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We reviewed the Micromax Canvas Xpress 2 budget smartphone recently, here we have the battery test results. It packs a 2500mAh removable Li-Polymer battery, has a 5-inch HD display and is powered by a 1.4 GHz Octa-Core MediaTek MTK6592M processor. Check out the test results.
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Amazon launched a new version of the Kindle Paperwhite in India back in June month starting at Rs. 10,999, after more than a year of launching the second-generation Kindle Paperwhite in the country. We got hold of the 3G version of the Kindle Paperwhite (2015). The new Kindle Paperwhite has a 300 ppi display, which is the main USP of the new eReader. Is it worth the price? Let us find out in the complete review.
OnePlus launched StyleSwap covers for the OnePlus 2 smartphone along with other accessories in India recently, priced at Rs. 1,699. This comes in four options – Kevlar, Bamboo, Black Apricot and Rosewood. Here we have the unboxing of Kevlar, Rosewood and Bamboo StyleSwap covers. Continue reading “OnePlus 2 Kevlar, Rosewood and Bamboo StyleSwap Covers Unboxing”
This week, Samsung launched the large-screen variant of the Galaxy S6 Edge in India. Xiaomi launched its limited edition Mi 4i in three more colours, alongside global introduction of the MIUI 7 and more. Continue reading “Weekly Roundup: Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ India launch, Lenovo’s affordable 4G phone, Honor 7i with flip camera and more”
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Opera Software has launched Web on Wheels (WOW) in India, featuring a WOW car that provides free Wi-Fi access to those in range. This is aimed to encourage new users to get online and experience the internet from their mobile phones. Continue reading “Opera ‘Web on Wheels’ Wi-Fi-enabled Car to bring free internet access to 20 Indian cities”
The original Micromax Canvas Xpress was announced in December 2014 at a price of Rs 6,999. The successor, the Canvas Xpress 2 was announced late last month at a price of Rs 5,999. Don’t be fooled by the pricing as the Xpress 2 seems to pack in a lot more than the original despite being Rs 1,000 cheaper than the former. However, mere specifications and a cheaper price tag alone doesn’t mean a phone is better than its predecessor or that it is a good buy at the time. We need to see how well it fares in real life and for that we need to dive into the review. So let’s go ahead and take a look at the Micromax Canvas Xpress 2 and see what are its strong suits and what are the chinks in its armour.
Uber has partnered with Airtel to add Airtel Money wallet for Uber payments. It also said that starting with Mumbai, every Uber vehicle in India will soon be equipped with free WiFi, powered by Airtel 4G. As a promotional offer new Uber riders who top up their Airtel Money wallet will earn up to Rs. 500 for free. Continue reading “Uber adds free in-car WiFi powered by Airtel 4G in India, now supports Airtel Money wallet”
iBall Cobalt 6 and Andi 4F ARC3 smartphones are now available from retail stores, according to Mumbai-based retailer Mahesh Telecom. The Cobalt 6 that surfaced on the official website last month packs a 6-inch 1080p screen, is powered by a 1.7GHz Octa-Core processor, has 2GB RAM, 16-megapixel rear camera (compared to 13-megapixel on the official site) with dual LED flash and a 8-megapixel camera. The Andi 4F ARC3 has a 4-inch WVGA display, is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, has a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a VGA front-facing camera.
YU is all set to launch its first power bank soon. According to import details from Zauba, YU has imported 5000 units of its 10000mAh power bank codenamed YUAPB1000 from China to India on August 19th. The power bank is expected to come with a catchy name, similar to the YU series smartphones. Continue reading “YU 10000mAh power bank coming soon, reveals import listing”
Karbonn has launched Aura 9, the company’s latest smartphone with a 4000mAh battery. It has a 5-inch FWVGA IPS display, is powered by a 1.2 GHz quad-core processor and runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat). It has a 8-megapixel auto focus rear camera with LED flash and 5-megapixel front-facing camera. It comes with dual SIM support and 3G connectivity, similar to other Karbonn smartphones. Continue reading “Karbonn Aura 9 with 5-inch display, 4000mAh battery launched for Rs. 6390”
Micromax has launched Canvas Tab P680, the company’s latest tablet with 3G connectivity via dual SIM card slots and voice calling capabilities. It has a 8-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) WXDA IPS display, is powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor and runs on Android 5.0 (Lollipop). It has a 5-megapixel rear camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. Continue reading “Micromax Canvas Tab P680 with 8-inch display, Android 5.0 and voice calling launched for Rs. 9499”
Samsung on Wednesday launched its Galaxy S6 Edge+ in India with a hefty price tag of Rs. 57,900. The phone is a large-screen variant of the Galaxy S6 Edge and was announced at the Galaxy Unpacked 2015 event last week. We spent some time with the device at its launch event in Delhi and here are our impressions of it. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ Hands On Impressions”
Aquaris E4.5 and Aquaris E5 Ubuntu Edition smartphones have been launched in India on Snapdeal. These are made by Spanish handset maker BQ. The Aquaris E4.5 went on sale in Europe back in February and packs a 4.5-inch qHD screen and the Aquaris E5 HD was introduced in June and packs a 5-inch HD display. These are powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core SoCs, come with dual SIM support and 3G connectivity. Continue reading “Aquaris E4.5 and Aquaris E5 Ubuntu Edition smartphones launched in India for Rs. 11999 and Rs. 13499”
India shipped a total of 56.6 million handsets during the April-June, 2015 quarter, out of which 43% were smartphones. The smartphone market grew 24.8% during the same period.
Continue reading “‘Made in India’ smartphones share increases to 24.8% in Q2, 2015: Report”
Motorola is set to follow Xiaomi’s footsteps and start selling its smartphones via retail stores in India. As per a latest report from the Economic Times, the company is planning to make its smartphones available at brick and mortar stores in the country.
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