Idea launches Idea Lifeline Emergency talk time credit for prepaid customers in Karnataka


Idea launched Idea Lifeline, an emergency talk time credit for uninterrupted calling for pre-paid customers in Maharashtra and Goa earlier this March. This feature is now available for Idea pre-paid customers in Karnataka. Idea Prepaid customers can avail this offers by dialling 50022 (Toll Free) from their mobile phones.

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Samsung Galaxy S III vs HTC One X vs LG Optimus 4X HD

Samsung has finally announced the Galaxy S III, their first Quad-core phone. Here is the comparison between 3 latest Quad-core phones, Samsung Galaxy S III successor of the Galaxy S II, HTC One X and the LG Optimus 4X HD, successor of the LG Optimus 2X. The HTC One X was launched in India last month. The Samsung Galaxy S3 was announced yesterday in London and the LG Optimus 4X HD was announced in MWC 2012 earlier this February. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S III vs HTC One X vs LG Optimus 4X HD”

Samsung Galaxy S III Unique Features


Samsung announced the Galaxy S III at the Samsung Unpacked event in London yesterday. It has an 4.8 inch (1280×720 pixels) HD Super AMOLED display and run on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). It also has some unique features such as S Voice, Social tag, Direct call, Smart stay, Smart alert, S Beam, AllShare Play and AllShare Cast and Buddy photo share. Here are detailed look about these features. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S III Unique Features”

Samsung Galaxy S III Official Photos

Samsung announced their most awaited Galaxy S III in the Samsung Unpacked Event in London last night, here are the official photos of the phone. It has 4.8 inch HD Super AMOLED display. It has minimal organic design and comes in Pebble Blue and Marble White colors.
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LG Optimus LTE 2 with True HD IPS display, 2GB RAM and Wireless Charging announced in Korea

LG has announced the Optimus LTE 2, successor of the Optimus LTE. It has True HD IPS display and comes with 2GB of RAM. It has WPC-backed wireless charging capabilities and runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). Continue reading “LG Optimus LTE 2 with True HD IPS display, 2GB RAM and Wireless Charging announced in Korea”

MTNL Mumbai revises 2 Mbps Broadband Xpress Unlimited Plans

MTNL has revised their 2 Mbps Xpress Unlimited Plans and added more benefits for the customers. They have increased free data usage limit and download speeds for select Combo plans and has increased Download speeds in all the Non-Combo plans post free usage. Continue reading “MTNL Mumbai revises 2 Mbps Broadband Xpress Unlimited Plans”

Samsung Galaxy S III Photo Gallery !

Samsung has just announced its latest flagship device , the Galaxy SIII at an event here in London and this is what it looks like ! FoneArena has a complete photo gallery of the device from the launc event in London. White white version does look pretty.

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Samsung Galaxy S3 announced – 4.8 inch SuperAMOLED Display , Android 4.0 , 8MP Camera and 2100 mAh battery

Samsung has finally unpacked the much awaited Galaxy S3. It packs a 4.8 inch SuperAMOLED display , without rounded corners and home button below the display with menu and back keys beside the home button. There is a 8MP camera on the rear and a 1.9 MP Camera on the front which is capable of Face Recognition and adjusts the display brightness depending on eye position. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S3 announced – 4.8 inch SuperAMOLED Display , Android 4.0 , 8MP Camera and 2100 mAh battery”

Samsung Galaxy S3 Launch Event Live Blog

Samsung Mobile is hosting its biggest ever product launch event in London today evening to launch the Galaxy S3 which is the successor to the immensely popular Galaxy S2. Dhruv from FoneArena is already in London and on the way to the venue, so we should be live blogging the Galaxy S3 launch event for readers who are looking forward to the next Samsung Galaxy Android phone.Hit the link below for the live blog and stay tuned for latest updates. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S3 Launch Event Live Blog”

LG Optimus L7 global roll out this month in Europe, soon in Asia


LG has announced that they would start rolling out the Optimus L7 in major European markets this month and in Asian markets soon. LG unveiled the L7 along with other L-Style series of phone at the MWC 2012 this February. It has 4.3 inch (480 x 800 pixels ) display and runs on Android Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0. It is powered by 1GHz Cortex A5 processor and is just 8.7mm thick. Continue reading “LG Optimus L7 global roll out this month in Europe, soon in Asia”

T-Mobile Prism coming on May 6 for $19.99

T-Mobile has announced that their new budget-friendly Android phone Prism from Huawei that would go on sale starting May 6. It has 3.5-inch (480 x 320 pixels) capacitive touch screen display, 3.2-megapixel camera, microSD slot for up to 32GB. It is powered by 600 MHz Qualcomm Processor and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). It is 12.2mm thick and weighs 125g. Continue reading “T-Mobile Prism coming on May 6 for $19.99”

LG Optimus L3 now available in India for Rs. 7,899


The LG Optimus L3 E400 that was announced at MWC 2012 finally goes on sale in India from online retailer LetsBuy. It went for pre-order earlier this week  and packs in 3.2-inch display, 800MHz Processor, 384MB RAM, 3MP camera. It runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). This is a great competitor to the Samsung Galaxy Y which is in the same price range and has similar features. Continue reading “LG Optimus L3 now available in India for Rs. 7,899”

MTNL Mumbai launches new 3G plans for prepaid and postpaid customers


Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) has launched affordable 3G Data Plans of Rs.1190 and Rs.1200 for all prepaid and postpaid customers in Mumbai. These data plans comes at an affordable price and at the same time offers freedom of data usage validity. It offers high speed internet connectivity up to 3.6 Mbps.  Continue reading “MTNL Mumbai launches new 3G plans for prepaid and postpaid customers”

Nokia launches patent suit against HTC, RIM and Viewsonic

In the latest twist in the never ending saga that is mobile patent lawsuits, Nokia has today filed suit against HTC, RIM and Viewsonic alleging that their products infringe a number of Nokia patents. The claims were filed in United States and Germany, and includes complaints to the US International Trade Commission (ITC). Nokia has alleged that up to 45 patents were infringed upon. Nokia is no stranger to patent disputes, launching a similar claim against Apple a couple of years ago. The legal challenge, which resulted in a counterclaim by Apple, was settled outside the court with the house that Steve build settling an one-off payment while agreeing a cross licensing deal. HTC is also currently embroiled in a legal dispute with Apple over alleged infringements over unlicensed patents.

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Summer Apps for Nokia Phones

Summer holidays are a time to unwind and relax, to get away from the normal routine and spend some quality time with your family and friends. Here are some interesting apps for your phone for this summer that range from travel guide, shopping assistance, holiday tracker, summer cool recipes and ice cream finder that will provide you everything you need to make the most of this holiday season. Continue reading “Summer Apps for Nokia Phones”