Airtel takes on Reliance Jio with bundled 14GB data and unlimited calling plan for select users starting at Rs. 145

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Airtel last month started offering bundled packs with unlimited calls and 14GB data for select users starting at Rs. 145 to take on Reliance Jio’s new Jio Prime plans that will start next month. This pack might vary from Rs. 145 to Rs. 149 and there is another pack for Rs. 349. Continue reading “Airtel takes on Reliance Jio with bundled 14GB data and unlimited calling plan for select users starting at Rs. 145”

Samsung to expand RCS messaging for devices running Marshmallow or above

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Samsung has announced its plan to expand its Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging service using theNewNet Communication Technologies RCS solution. Samsung’s RCS service includes RCS-enabled devices, native/downloadable device clients, cloud-based RCS application servers, an interconnectivity hub among operators and a third-party monetization platform. Continue reading “Samsung to expand RCS messaging for devices running Marshmallow or above”

Raspberry Pi Zero W with WiFi and Bluetooth announced for $10

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To celebrate fifth anniversary of the original Raspberry Pi, the company has launched Raspberry Pi Zero W, a new affordable Raspberry Pi that has same features as the most affordable $5 Raspberry Pi Zero that was introduced back in 2015, and this also includes WiFi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0 for $5 more. Continue reading “Raspberry Pi Zero W with WiFi and Bluetooth announced for $10”

Google launches Meet by Hangouts video conferencing app for businesses

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Google has quietly released a video conferencing service aimed at businesses. Dubbed as Meet by Hangouts, the standalone app will allow G Suit users to make and receive HD video calls.
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How to get Jio Prime membership offer

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Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director, Mukesh Ambani recently announced that Jio had crossed 100 million customers and launched Jio Prime membership. Jio Prime is basically an annual membership scheme for Jio users, which will enable them to enjoy a host of services for a nominal charge of INR 99 per year. Continue reading “How to get Jio Prime membership offer”

GSMA Global Mobile Awards 2017 Winners: Reliance Jio, Samsung, Nokia, Huawei and more

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GSM Association has announced the winners for the 22nd annual Global Mobile Awards at the GSMA Mobile World Congress 2017 in Barcelona. Last year Samsung Galaxy S6 edge got the award for the best smartphone. This year the Galaxy S7 Edge wins the award, Amazon Echo received Disruptive Device Innovation Award, Huawei won Best Mobile Infrastructure award for Active Antenna Unit (AAU) Network System. Continue reading “GSMA Global Mobile Awards 2017 Winners: Reliance Jio, Samsung, Nokia, Huawei and more”

YouTube unveils YouTube TV streaming service for $35 per month

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YouTube is finally foraying into the entertainment streaming business. The Google owned company has announced YouTube TV live streaming service that will bundle content from networks and about 35 of other cable networks for $35 per month.  Continue reading “YouTube unveils YouTube TV streaming service for $35 per month”

Reliance Jio Prime plans – Unlimited plans start at Rs. 303, 1GB data pack at Rs. 51, 5GB pack at Rs. 201 and more

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Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries at an event last month launched Reliance Jio Prime membership at a one-time payment of Rs. 99 for a year. As promised, the company has started activation of the Prime membership through MyJio app, Jio.com and retail store from today, 1st March, which will last till 31st March. Continue reading “Reliance Jio Prime plans – Unlimited plans start at Rs. 303, 1GB data pack at Rs. 51, 5GB pack at Rs. 201 and more”

iPhone 8 to reportedly sport OLED curved screen, USB-C instead of Lightning Connector

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A latest report from the Wall Street Journal says Apple’s next iPhone will sport curved screen. The curved OLED screen for the iPhone 8 will be supplied by Samsung said in a report.
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SanDisk Extreme 256GB microSD card with A1 specification, up to 100MBps transfer speed announced

At the CES 2017 back in January Western Digital introduced 256GB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC UHS-I card as the world’s first microSD card that meets the Application Performance Class 1 (A1) requirements from the latest SD Association’s SD 5.1 specifications. At the MWC 2017 this week it introduced even faster SanDisk Extreme 256GB microSD card with A1 specifications offering up to 100MB/s read speed and up to 90MB/s write speed.

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LG Watch Sport Hands On and Photo Gallery

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LG announced the Watch Sport Android Wear 2.0 smartwatch last month along with the Watch Style . We are live at MWC 2017 and have got a chance to go hands on with the smartwatch. Let’s take a detailed look at design and specifications of the smartwatch. Continue reading “LG Watch Sport Hands On and Photo Gallery”

Samsung Galaxy S8 press image shows curved display with narrow bezels and Iris scanner

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Samsung recently confirmed its Galaxy Unpacked 2017 event on March 29th in New York where it is expected to unveil flagship Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ smartphones. Thanks to @evleaks, the first press render of the smartphone is out showing its curved screen with narrow bezels and an iris scanner at the top, similar to the Galaxy Note7 that would let you unlock the phone using eye recognition.  Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S8 press image shows curved display with narrow bezels and Iris scanner”

Huawei P10 Plus Hands On and Photo Gallery

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Huawei announced its P10 Plus flagship smartphone at MWC 2017 event in Barcelona, Spain. Just like its predecessor, this also comes with dual camera setup certified by Leica lens. We went hands-on with the smartphone, check out the hardware walk through in this photo gallery. Continue reading “Huawei P10 Plus Hands On and Photo Gallery”

LG X Power 2 Hands On and Photo Gallery

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LG recently announced X power2 smartphone in the ‘X series’. We are live at MWC 2017 and got a chance to get our hands on the X Power 2. Let’s take a detailed look at design and specifications the phone.

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Xiaomi Mi 5c announced, Moto G5 Plus India launch in March and more – FoneArena Daily

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Check out the new FoneArena Daily video that gives you a quick roundup of the latest technology news. Continue reading “Xiaomi Mi 5c announced, Moto G5 Plus India launch in March and more – FoneArena Daily”