ZUK Z1 Review

ZUK Z1 _fonearena-03

ZUK is a new phone manufacturer that has received backing from Lenovo and the Z1 is their first smartphone. On paper, the device seems to boast quite an impressive set of features and specifications save for the older Snapdragon 801 processor that was seen in yesteryear’s smartphones. However, you can’t really write off a phone just because its processor is a bit old. After all, the OnePlus One is also powered by a Snapdragon 801 and even today, the smartphone is sought after by many and since the ZUK Z1 is also aimed at a similar price point, the phone does make sense. In this review, we take a look at how the phone performs in real life and whether that impressive specs sheets translates to an impressive all round performance in real life as well. We would also be comparing the phone to the OnePlus One which could be called its closest competitor.

Continue reading “ZUK Z1 Review”

Why USB Type-C is the future

oneplus_2_usb_typec (8)

Who remembers the time when we had a different connector for every different brand of smartphone. Its hard to believe that there was such a time, since almost every portable device nowdays makes use of microUSB ports for charging and data transfer. The next standard that is expected to become the a norm among gadgets is the USB Type-C. Let us take a look at the advantages of USB Type-C and why you should also adopt it.

Continue reading “Why USB Type-C is the future”

FoneArena Labs: Introducing our brand new gadgets section

We have been running a small project, dubbed FA tech that is driven by the passion of our authors for gadgets and technology for quite some time now. And, the fact that technology is not only about mobile meant that our team spent more time on the platform to express our love towards the various developing fields in the world of consumer technology.

gadgets-fonearena-com-motorola-moto-360-2015_10129-html-1443259391771

Most of the members, including our founder come from a technical background. The team consists of more engineers than journalists, yeah that’s right! Thanks to our educational backgrounds, our understanding of the product and the underlying technology is sound and we always strive to pass them on to you. Also, we are consumers first and bloggers next. Continue reading “FoneArena Labs: Introducing our brand new gadgets section”

OnePlus 2 Customization

OnePlus 2_fonearena-17

In the previous post, we learnt a few tips and tricks to make the One Plus 2 experience a lot better. This post is a follow up but in a different angle as it’s all about looks and customization. What can you do to make the One Plus 2 reflect you and your style? Well, there are more than a couple of options.

Continue reading “OnePlus 2 Customization”

2 in 1s vs Laptops: Which one should you get?

1 Laptops and 2-in-1s are not so different, especially when the latter is meant to act like a laptop when necessary, but this “when necessary” is the part that makes 2in1s subtly different and puts them in an evolutionary perspective. Both serve the same purpose – on the go computing, but how do they differ and which one should you go for? Let’s find out. Continue reading “2 in 1s vs Laptops: Which one should you get?”

Top 5 use cases for a 2-in-1 laptop

intel_convergence (4)

A modern lifestyle entails the use of a range of devices. From laptops to tablets to e-readers, technology is all pervasive and is an integral part of all forms of content consumption and creation that goes on today. Given the unified focus on simplification of technology and enabling access, it is surprising how often we forget that having a disjointed experience across hardware is perhaps one of the biggest breakaway point. While we are still far from a perfect solution, 2-in-1 devices are leading us towards a future where a single device will be able to function as a one stop destination for all needs. With that in mind, we decided to poke around to see how we could consolidate our daily technology related and ended up with more than a few applications. Here’s our top five use cases for a 2 in 1 around the house and more. Continue reading “Top 5 use cases for a 2-in-1 laptop”

OnePlus 2 vs Meizu MX5

OnePlus 2 vs Meizu MX5_fonearena-20

OnePlus debuted sales in India late last year after the launch of their OnePlus One smartphone. Meizu on the other hand entered India with its mid-ranger, the M1 Note. Since then they have announced and begun sales of the M2 Note. However, the handset that can probably give the OnePlus 2 a run for its money is the Meizu flagship, the MX5. Meizu has an advantage internationally where it has made a name for itself however within India, the name OnePlus is definitely more popular. On paper, these devices are neck and neck and it’s hard to understand which is better simply by looking at the specifications. That’s why we have prepared this detailed comparison for you. Continue reading “OnePlus 2 vs Meizu MX5”

OnePlus 2 vs Asus Zenfone 2

OnePlus 2 vs Asus Zenfone 2_fonearena-14

The Asus ZenFone 2 debuted at MWC 2015 in March and was available for purchase in the Indian market in April. As the successor to the Zenfone 4, 5 and 6, the Zenfone 2 is available in both 5 inch as well as 5.5 inch variants. In this comparison we will be taking a look at the 5.5” Zenfone 2 (ZE551ML) variant which is also the first smartphone to feature 4GB of RAM on board. Now, a new competitor has arisen for the Zenfone 2 which also is the follow up to a successful predecessor. The OnePlus 2 is the first official device to come with Oxygen OS pre-loaded and also makes use of the USB Type-C port instead of the regular micro USB port. Let us take a look at both these devices in detail to see what each of them have going for and against them. Continue reading “OnePlus 2 vs Asus Zenfone 2”

IFA 2015 Coverage

IFA is one of the most popular events in the mobile industry and the show has kick started today. IFA used to be Samsung’s home to introduce its new Note flagship, but the company has done that ahead of schedule this year.

FoneArena-IFA-2015

However, brands like Sony, Lenovo, LG, Motorola Acer, Huawei and others will be announcing their products here in the next couple of days. So, the expectations and excitement is still very high. Continue reading “IFA 2015 Coverage”

5 New Features of Android 6.0 Marshmallow that iOS already has

s6iphone61

We hope that by now you have seen the list of Ten New Features on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Today, we have compiled a list of 5 features that was introduced on Android Marshmallow but was already available on iOS devices prior to that.

Continue reading “5 New Features of Android 6.0 Marshmallow that iOS already has”

Android 6.0 Marshmallow – 10 new features

android_marshmallow_top_10_1

Two days ago, Google just confirmed that their next Android version 6.0 which was known as Android M until recently would be officially called Android Marshmallow 6.0. We thought of bringing you an article that highlighted 10 of the main new features that the new version of Android brings.

Continue reading “Android 6.0 Marshmallow – 10 new features”

Meizu MX5 Review

Meizu MX5_fonearena-14

A flagship is usually a company’s best product. It’s top-of-the-line, packed with a lot of new and innovative features, but is decidedly out of reach in terms of affordability. That was how things were until everything changed in the last year or so. Now we have flagship grade devices that are accessible, without many compromises that usually come with low price points. The Meizu MX5 is one of them. Announced a month back in China, the MX5 has all the features and aesthetics you’d look for in a flagship and is quite affordable, but should you buy it? The short answer is yes and the long answer for why, is called a review, read on.

Continue reading “Meizu MX5 Review”

OnePlus 2 Review

OnePlus is quickly turning out to be a household name. It just took OnePlus about 12 months to become a hero from a zero.  The company’s marketing strategy with all the social media hype and of course, the invite system made sure that the demand was always soaring through the roof.

OnePlus 2 _fonearena-012

With their first device, OnePlus set out on a mission – to offer great performance, while still keeping the price tag very affordable. It sounded similar to Google’s Nexus program, but as turns out OnePlus managed to beat the Nexus pricing hands down.  It’s still quite hard to figure out how the company is doing that. Continue reading “OnePlus 2 Review”