YU Yutopia with Snapdragon 810 and fingerprint sensor launched for Rs 24,999

YU Televentures has launched its most expensive smartphone, the YU Yutopia, in India today. The smartphone has high-end features such as a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, a 21-megapixel primary camera, and a fingerprint sensor. The YU Yutopia is already available for pre-order from Amazon.in exclusively starting 2PM today. The device will start shipping from December 26 to those who pre-ordered it.

The YU Yutopia competes with the OnePlus One as it has an almost similar feature set. It features a 5.2-inch QHD display from Sharp, a 21-megapixel primary camera with 1/2.3-inch sensor and phase-detection autofocus, and an 8-megapixel secondary camera. There’s a fingerprint sensor on the back of the device, and it’s similar to all the other touch-based fingerprint sensors that is available in high-end smartphones launched this year.

The device is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor that has a CPU clocked at 2.0GHz. It has four ARM Cortex-A57 CPU cores and four ARM Cortex-A53 CPU cores. There’s Adreno 430 GPU, 4GB of LP-DDR4 RAM, and 32GB of internal storage. Its hybrid dual-SIM card slot can accommodate a microSD card as well. There’s a dual-SIM card slot and it can connect to 4G LTE networks in India. The fingerprint sensor can be used to capture a selfie through the default camera app.

The 21-megapixel primary camera uses a 1/2.3-inch BSI sensor from Sony, and it also has optical image stabilisation. It’s the same sensor that is used in Sony’s high-end smartphones, the Meizu MX5, the Motorola Moto X Play, and the Motorola Moto X Style. There’s a 77.3-degree wide-angle lens, and it can record 4K videos as well as 120fps slow-motion videos. The 8-megapixel secondary camera has an OmniVision BSI-2 (1/3.2-inch) sensor with 1.4µm pixel size, and it’s 86-degree wide-angle lens has ƒ/2.2 aperture.

There are a host of sensors including a Hall Sensor and a fingerprint sensor. The Yutopia has a 3,000 mAh removable battery, unlike many other high-end smartphones these days. It is also compatible with Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 2.0 fast battery charging technology, and the company claims that it can be charged from 0-60 percent within 30 minutes. The company is bundling House Of Marley’s ‘Little Bird’ in-ear headphones with the Yutopia.

It also comes with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop-based Cyanogen OS 12.1. It will most probably receive Android 6.0 Marshmallow update as well. The company is also bundling Around Yu app, an app that helps people discover places around them such as hotel and flights, as well as Gaana app, which will work as the default music player in the device apart from music streaming.

The YU Yutopia competes with all the high-end smartphones available in the market, but only time will tell if these high-end specifications could related to real-world performance. Right now, the device looks like a bargain for its price of Rs 24,999.

YU Yutopia Specifications & Features

Android 5.1 Lollipop-based Cyanogen OS 12.1
5.2-inch OGS TGP display from Sharp, 1,440 x 2,560 pixels (~565 ppi), Corning Concore Glass, and 1000:1 Contrast Ratio
21-megapixel primary camera (Sony IMX230), phase-detection autofocus, dual-tone dual-LED flash, and 4K video recording
8-megapixel secondary camera (OmniVision OV8865), BSI-2 sensor with 1.4µm pixel size, ƒ/2.2 aperture, OIS, 1080p video recording
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810, 64-bit octa-core CPU (with big.LITTLE), Adreno 430 GPU, and 4GB LP-DDR4 RAM
32GB internal storage and microSD card slot
Hybrid Dual-SIM (micro SIM + nano SIM), 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi ac/b/g/n, GPS (with A-GPS and GLONASS), microUSB v2.0 port, and 3.5mm headphone jack
Accelerometer, Ambient-Light Sensor, Barometer, e-Compass, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyrosensor, Hall Sensor, and Proximity Sensor
3,000 mAh battery with Quick Charge 2.0, 147 x 73 x 7.2mm; 159g;

YU Yutopia with Snapdragon 810 and fingerprint sensor launched for Rs 24,999

YU Televentures has launched its most expensive smartphone, the YU Yutopia, in India today. The smartphone has high-end features such as a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor, a 21-megapixel primary camera, and a fingerprint sensor. The YU Yutopia is already available for pre-order from Amazon.in exclusively starting 2PM today. The device will start shipping from December 26 to those who pre-ordered it.

The YU Yutopia competes with the OnePlus One as it has an almost similar feature set. It features a 5.2-inch QHD display from Sharp, a 21-megapixel primary camera with 1/2.3-inch sensor and phase-detection autofocus, and an 8-megapixel secondary camera. There’s a fingerprint sensor on the back of the device, and it’s similar to all the other touch-based fingerprint sensors that is available in high-end smartphones launched this year.

The device is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor that has a CPU clocked at 2.0GHz. It has four ARM Cortex-A57 CPU cores and four ARM Cortex-A53 CPU cores. There’s Adreno 430 GPU, 4GB of LP-DDR4 RAM, and 32GB of internal storage. Its hybrid dual-SIM card slot can accommodate a microSD card as well. There’s a dual-SIM card slot and it can connect to 4G LTE networks in India. The fingerprint sensor can be used to capture a selfie through the default camera app.

The 21-megapixel primary camera uses a 1/2.3-inch BSI sensor from Sony, and it also has optical image stabilisation. It’s the same sensor that is used in Sony’s high-end smartphones, the Meizu MX5, the Motorola Moto X Play, and the Motorola Moto X Style. There’s a 77.3-degree wide-angle lens, and it can record 4K videos as well as 120fps slow-motion videos. The 8-megapixel secondary camera has an OmniVision BSI-2 (1/3.2-inch) sensor with 1.4µm pixel size, and it’s 86-degree wide-angle lens has ƒ/2.2 aperture.

There are a host of sensors including a Hall Sensor and a fingerprint sensor. The Yutopia has a 3,000 mAh removable battery, unlike many other high-end smartphones these days. It is also compatible with Qualcomm’s Quick Charge 2.0 fast battery charging technology, and the company claims that it can be charged from 0-60 percent within 30 minutes. The company is bundling House Of Marley’s ‘Little Bird’ in-ear headphones with the Yutopia.

It also comes with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop-based Cyanogen OS 12.1. It will most probably receive Android 6.0 Marshmallow update as well. The company is also bundling Around Yu app, an app that helps people discover places around them such as hotel and flights, as well as Gaana app, which will work as the default music player in the device apart from music streaming.

The YU Yutopia competes with all the high-end smartphones available in the market, but only time will tell if these high-end specifications could related to real-world performance. Right now, the device looks like a bargain for its price of Rs 24,999.

YU Yutopia Specifications & Features:

• Android 5.1 Lollipop-based Cyanogen OS 12.1
• 5.2-inch OGS TGP display from Sharp, 1,440 x 2,560 pixels (~565 ppi), Corning Concore Glass, and 1000:1 Contrast Ratio
• 21-megapixel primary camera (Sony IMX230), phase-detection autofocus, dual-tone dual-LED flash, and 4K video recording
• 8-megapixel secondary camera (OmniVision OV8865), BSI-2 sensor with 1.4µm pixel size, ƒ/2.2 aperture, OIS, 1080p video recording
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 810, 64-bit octa-core CPU (with big.LITTLE), Adreno 430 GPU, and 4GB LP-DDR4 RAM
• 32GB internal storage and microSD card slot
• Hybrid Dual-SIM (micro SIM + nano SIM), 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi ac/b/g/n, GPS (with A-GPS and GLONASS), microUSB v2.0 port, and 3.5mm headphone jack
• Accelerometer, Ambient-Light Sensor, Barometer, e-Compass, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyrosensor, Hall Sensor, and Proximity Sensor
• 3,000 mAh battery with Quick Charge 2.0, 147 x 73 x 7.2mm; 159g;

Micromax Canvas Pulse 4G launched with a price tag of Rs 9,999, available exclusively through Flipkart

Micromax has launched yet another entry-level Android smartphone in India with 4G LTE connectivity. The Micromax Canvas Pulse 4G, which is priced at Rs 9,999, will be available exclusively through Flipkart starting today. The device is available in Black colour only, and competes with the likes the Huawei Honor 4C, the Lenovo K3 Note, the Motorola Moto G (3rd Gen), the Samsung Galaxy On7, and the company’s own YU Yureka Plus.

The device runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, but there’s no information whether it would receive Android 6.0 Marshmallow. It features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display, a 13-megapixel primary camera and a 5-megapixel camera (both with separate LED flash lights). There’s a 64-bit octa-core processor from MediaTek, 3GB RAM, 16GB of internal storage, and a micro SD card slot.

In terms of connectivity, it has a dual-SIM card slot, and the primary slot is compatible with 4G SIM cards, while the second slot is limited to 3G SIM cards. There are those usual connectivity features like Wi-Fi b/g/n, GPS, and microUSB port. There’s a 2,100 mAh battery, but it pales in comparison to a 3,000 mAh battery that’s available in some of its competitors.

Micromax Canvas Pulse 4G (E451) Specifications:

• Android 5.1 Lollipop operating system
• 5.0-inch IPS LCD display, 720 x 1,280 pixels (294 ppi), On-cell capacitive touchscreen
• 13-megapixel primary camera (Samsung S5K3L2XX03 sensor), autofocus, LED flash, 1080p video recording
• 5-megapixel secondary camera with front-facing LED flash
• MediaTek MT6753 processor (1.7 GHz Tru-OctaCore CPU and ARM Mali-T720 GPU) and 3GB LP-DDR3 RAM
• 16GB internal storage and a microSD card slot (upto 32GB)
• Dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Wi-Fi Hotspot, GPS, microUSB v2.0 port, and 3.5mm headphone jack
• 2,100 mAh battery; 70.4×140.8×8.8 mm

InFocus M680 launched with 13MP front camera and 4G LTE for Rs. 10,999

InFocus has added yet another smartphone to its line-up in India. The device has been named as M680, which will be up for sale exclusively via Snapdeal from December 21, for a price of Rs. 10,999.

The device comes with a 5.5-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and is powered by a 64-bit 1.5GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 processor clubbed with 2GB of RAM. It runs Android 5.1 Lollipop (touted by the company to get Android 6.0 Marshmallow update soon) and has 16GB internal storage expandable up to 64GB via microSD card.

In the imaging department, the device features a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, Samsung 3M2 sensor, 1080p video recording, along with a 13-megapixel front-facing camera. In terms of connectivity, it supports hybrid dual-SIM, 4G LTE (TDD-LTE Band 40-2300MHz and FDD-LTE Band 3-1800MHz), 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS. Backing the InFocus M680 is a 2,600mAh battery. The smartphone features a 7.2 mm slim metal body and weighs 158 grams. As an inaugural offer, the first 2000 buyers will receive a selfie-stick worth Rs. 1,000 for free.

InFocus M680 specifications:

• 5.5-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels
• 64-bit 1.5GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 processor clubbed with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB internal memory, expandable up to 64GB via microSD
• Android 5.1 Lollipop upgradable to Android 6.0 Marshmallow
• 13MP primary camera with LED Flash and 13MP selfie camera
• Hybrid dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS
• 2600mAh battery

Xiaomi launches Redmi Note Prime with 4G LTE, 3100mAh battery at Rs. 8,499

Xiaomi surprised everyone by launching the Redmi Note Prime today. One of the highlight of the device is that it is made in India, which makes it the second Mi phone manufactured in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, in collaboration with Foxconn. The device will be up for purchase in White color option, for a price of Rs. 8,499.

The Redmi Note Prime features a 5.5-inch HD (1280 x 720 pixels) display, and is powered by a 1.2 GHz Quad-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 64-bit processor paired with 2GB of RAM, and 16GB internal storage. It sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The device is backed by a 3,100mAh battery, and supports connectivity options such as dual-SIM, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, and in terms of software, it runs Android 4.4 KitKat-based MIUI 7 out-of-the-box.

Xiaomi Redmi Note Prime specifications:

• 5.5-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD IPS display with 178-degree wide viewing angle
• 1.2 GHz Quad-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 64-bit processor with Adreno 306 GPU
• 2GB LPDDR3 RAM, 16GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 32GB with microSD
• MIUI 7 based on Android 4.4 KitKat
• 13MP rear camera with LED Flash and 5MP front-facing camera
• Measures 154×78.7×9.45mm; Weight: 185 grams
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
• 3,100mAh battery

Gionee P5W with 1GB of RAM and 5-inch display is all set to launch in India

Gionee has come up with yet another smartphone in the budget segment, named as the Gionee P5W. The device will be up for purchase soon, and it will be available in White, Blue, Red,Yellow and Black colors options. If a listing on Zauba is to be believed, the device was imported to India at a price tag of Rs. 6,352 last month. We expect Gionee to launch the device sometime within this month.

The device features a 5-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, and is powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 64-bit chipset clubbed with 1GB of RAM. It runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and has 16GB of expandable internal storage. There is a 5-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 2-megapixel selfie camera. In the connectivity department, it supports dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and is backed by a 2,000mAh battery. It measures 143.5 x 72 x 8.9mm and weighs 153 grams.

Gionee P5W specifications

5-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels
1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 64-bit chipset clubbed with 1GB of RAM
16GB expandable internal storage via microSD card
Android 5.1 Lollipop
5MP rear camera with LED Flash, and 2MP front-facing camera
dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
2,000mAh battery

Obi Worldphone SF1 with 5-inch FHD display and 4G LTE unveiled in India, starting at Rs. 11,999

Obi Mobiles had undergone a rebranding, and is all set to enter the Indian market again as ‘Obi Worldphone’. As a part of its second inning in India, the company has launched its flagship smartphone, the SF1 in India, today. The device will hit the sales shelf from December 7th, exclusively via NDTV Gadgets360.

The SF1 comes in two variants – one with 2GB of RAM and 16GB internal storage (Rs. 11,999), while the other one with 3GB of RAM and 32GB internal storage at (Rs. 13,999). The storage on both the devices is expandable up to 64GB via microSD card. The smartphone comes with a 5-inch IPS FHD display, and is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 octa-core chipset. It runs Android 5.0 Lollipop with Obi’s in-house Lifespeed OS on top. In the imaging department, the phone sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The phone supports connectivity features such as dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS. It is backed by a 3,000mAh battery.

Obi Worldphone SF1 specifications:

• 5-inch IPS FHD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels
• Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 octa-core chipset
• 2GB RAM/16GB internal storage, 3GB RAM/32GB internal storage, expandable up to 64GB via microSD card
• Android 5.0 Lollipop with Obi’s in-house Lifespeed OS on top
• 13MP primary camera with LED flash, and 5MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS
• 3,000mAh battery

InFocus M808 with 5.2-inch FHD display goes on sale in India for Rs. 12,999

InFocus has launched yet another mid-range smartphone in India, named as the M808. The US-based manufacturer has exclusively partnered with Snapdeal for the online sales, and has priced the metal-clad smartphone at Rs. 12,999. Interestingly, the M808 was announced in July, and has now become available for the Indian market.

The smartphone comes with a 5.2-inch Full HD display display, and is powered by a 64-bit 1.3 GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 64-bit chipset paired with 2GB of RAM. It runs Android 5.1 Lollipop with Inlife UI on top, and features a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash along with a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The device has been crafted in an anodized aluminum unibody design. It supports connectivity options such as dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS. Backing the InFocus M808 is a 2,450 mAh battery. The device will be available in Silver and Golden color options.

InFocus M808 specifications:

• 5.2-inch Full HD display with a resolution of 1920 ×1080 pixels
• 64-bit 1.3 GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 64-bit chipset paired with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card
• Android 5.1 Lollipop with Inlife UI on top
• 13MP primary camera with LED Flash, and 5MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS
• 2,450 mAh battery

HTC One A9 with Android 6.0 Marshmallow and Desire 828 dual-SIM announced in India

HTC has unveiled the much talked about smartphone, the One A9, along with the Desire 828 dual-SIM in India. Pricing and availability detail for both the devices is still under wraps, however, HTC has stated that they will go on sale in few weeks from now.

The HTC One A9 was unveiled a month ago in China, and it is the first smartphone in the One A series. It features a 5-inch Full HD AMOLED display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. It is powered by a 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 octa-core chipset (4 x 1.5GHz + 4 x 1.2GHz) paired with 3GB of RAM. There is 32GB of internal storage onboard, which can be expanded up to 2TB via microSD card. It runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow with HTC Sense UI on top.

The device sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED Flash, BSI sensor, OIS, PDAF, alongside an Ultrapixel selfie camera. In the connectivity department, the phone supports 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Fingerprint sensor, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, and NFC. Backing the HTC One A9 is a 2,150mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0. It will be available in Carbon Gray, Opal Silver, Topaz Gold and Deep Garnet color options.

On the other hand, the Desire 828 dual-SIM comes with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display at a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. It is powered by a 64-bit 1.5 GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 64-bit processor paired with a 2GB of RAM. It features 16GB internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 2TB via microSD card. The device runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED Flash, BSI sensor, OIS, along with an Ultrapixel selfie camera. In the connectivity department, the smartphone supports 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, and NFC. It is backed by a 2,800mAh battery.

HTC One A9 specifications:

• 5-inch Full HD AMOLED display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels
• 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 octa-core chipset paired with 3GB of RAM
• 32GB internal storage, expandable up to 2TB via microSD card
• Android 6.0 Marshmallow with HTC Sense UI on top
• 13MP primary camera with LED Flash, and an Ultrapixel selfie camera
• 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Fingerprint sensor, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, NFC
• 2,150mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0

HTC Desire 828 dual sim specifications:

• 5.5-inch Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels
• 64-bit 1.5 GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 processor coupled with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB internal storage, expandable up to 2TB via microSD card
• Android 5.1 Lollipop with HTC Sense UI on top
• 13MP primary camera with LED Flash, and an Ultrapixel selfie camera
• 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Fingerprint sensor, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, NFC
• 2,800mAh battery

Motorola Moto 360 (2015) Android Wear smartwatch is coming to India on December 1

Motorola is gearing to launch the Moto 360 (2015) smartwatch in India on December 1. The company has even rolled out invites for the launch of the Android Wear. The invite image shows a circular dial and a hashtag #MotoTimeHack.

The Moto 360 (2015) was announced few months back at the IFA Berlin this year. The new Moto 360 is a successor to the Moto 360 that was launched a year ago. The Moto 360 (2015) will be available in two different sizes for men, along with a special edition for women. There is another variant of the new Moto 360 as well, which is dubbed as the Moto 360 Sport.

The two different sized variants for men come with a 46mm body and a 42mm body respectively. The display on the bigger sized variant is 1.56-inch with a resolution of 360×230 pixels, while the smaller sized one has a 1.37-inch display with a resolution of 360×225 pixels. These two new variants are much more compact and have lesser bezels than the last year Moto 360. The 46mm variant is backed by a 400mAh battery, while the 42mm display is backed by a 300mAh battery.

Pricing and availability details of the smartwatch in India are still under wraps. Although, their prices in the US range from $299.99 to $429.99, which converts to approximately Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 29,000 in Indian currency. Stay tuned with us for more information about the Moto 360 (2015) launch in India.

Gionee Marathon M5 with massive 6,050mAh battery goes official in India at Rs. 17,999

Gionee Marathon 5 had been creating enough buzz for a while. Today, at an event held in Bangalore, the company has made the battery-focused smartphone official in India, at a price tag of Rs. 17,999. The device will be available in Black, White, and Gold color options. Interestingly, for online sales, Gionee has partnered with the e-commerce giant, Flipkart.

The primary feature of the device is its long lasting battery, which is touted by the company to last up to 4 days on a single charge. There are two 3,010mAh batteries on the rear, and the combination of both makes the battery size of 6,020mAh. There is an extra feature onboard that can spike the battery life even more, the ‘Extreme Mode’ feature boosts the standby time even at 5 percent battery life to whopping 62 hours. The phone is also supported by the reverse charging feature, which allows users to use the Marathon M5 as a power bank to charge other devices.

Coming on to the other specifications, the Marathon M5 features a 5.5-inch IPS AMOLED display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, and is powered by a 64-bit 1.5GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 chipset coupled with 2GB of RAM. It runs Android 5.0 Lollipop with Amigo 3.0 UI on top, and has 16GB of internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 128GB via microSD card. In the imaging department, it sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The phone supports connectivity features such as dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and microUSB 2.0

Gionee Marathon M5 specifications

Key specs of Marathon M5
13.97cm (5.5) HD, AMOLED display
Dual SIM LTE, CDMA
MediaTek MT6735 SoC
32 GB ROM + 3 GB RAM
13.0MP + 5.0MP camera
Amigo 3.1, based on Android 5.1
6020mAh Li- P0 Dual Setup Battery
White, Black and Golden colors

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 with fingerprint sensor and 5.5-inch Sunlight display launched

Xiaomi took the wraps off its much-awaited smartphone, the Redmi Note 3. The company unveiled the device today, at a launch event held in China. Xiaomi has not yet revealed the pricing and availability for the regions outside China.

The device will be available in two variants: one with 16GB internal storage paired with 2GB of RAM (priced at CNY 899, approx. Rs. 9,500), and the other one with 32GB internal storage paired with 3GB of RAM (priced at CNY 1,099, approx. Rs. 11,500). Xiaomi emphasized that the Redmi Note 3 is its first device to feature an all-metal body and fingerprint sensor.

Talking about the specifications, the Redmi Note 3 comes with a 5.5-inch full-HD Sunlight Display with a resolution of 1080×1920 pixels, which Xiaomi touts to be a fully-laminated display. The phone runs MIUI 7 based Android 5.0 Lollipop, and is powered by a 64-bit octa-core MediaTek Helio X10 Cortex-A53 chipset. It sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with phase detection autofocus (PDAF) and two-tone flash, along with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera.

The smartphone supports connectivity options such as dual-SIM, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS + GLONASS, and Fingerprint sensor. It is backed by a 4,000mAh battery, which supports fast charging that can fuel up the device up to 50 percent in an hour. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 will be available in Gold, Silver, and Dark Grey color options.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 specifications:

• 5.5-inch full-HD Sunlight Display with a resolution of 1080×1920 pixels
• 64-bit octa-core MediaTek Helio X10 Cortex-A53 chipset
• 2GB / 3GB RAM, 16GB / 32GB expandable internal storage via microSD card
• MIUI 7 based Android 5.0 Lollipop
• 13MP primary camera with dual-tone LED Flash, and 5MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS + GLONASS, and Fingerprint sensor
• 4,400mAh battery with fast charging

Lenovo Vibe S1 with dual front-facing cameras launched in India for Rs. 15,999

Lenovo has launched the Vibe S1 smartphone in India. The device has been priced at Rs. 15,999, and will be exclusively up for sale on Amazon India from tomorrow. The Lenovo Vibe S1 created quite a buzz at the IFA 2015, thanks to its dual front-facing cameras.

The Lenovo Vibe S1 features a 5-inch FHD IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels, and is powered by a 64-bit 1.7GHz MediaTek MT6752 octa-core processor coupled with 3GB of RAM. It has 32GB of internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card, and runs Android 5.1 Lollipop. There is a 13-megapixel of primary camera on-board with dual-color flash, along with dual-front facing cameras, the two lenses on the front are of 8-megapixel and 2-megapixel. The 8-megapixel lens captures the image’s detail and sharpness, while the 2-megapixel lens collects information about depth as per human perception, in order to come up with flawless front clicks.

The device supports connectivity options such as dual-SIM (nano SIM), 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS. It is backed by a 2,500mAh of battery, and comes embodied in an Aluminum frame with Gorilla Glass protection on both the sides. The device will be available in Pearl White and Midnight Blue color options.

Lenovo Vibe S1 specifications:

• 5-inch FHD IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels
• 64-bit 1.7GHz MediaTek MT6752 octa-core processor coupled with 3GB of RAM
• 32GB of internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card
• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• 13MP of primary camera with dual-color flash, and dual front-facing cameras of 8MP and 2MP
• dual-SIM (nano SIM), 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS
• 2,500mAh battery

Micromax Canvas Xpress 4G launched exclusively through Flipkart for Rs. 6,599

Micromax has launched a new 4G LTE compliant smartphone in India exclusively through Flipkart. The Micromax Canvas Xpress 4G is the company’s 13th smartphone under the Micromax brand that comes with LTE connectivity. The company claims that it has taken up the task to boost 4G adoption in the country by  launching a full range of smartphones that support 4G LTE services.

The Canvas Xpress 4G features a 5-inch IPS LCD display that has a resolution of 720 x 1,280 pixels, an 8-megapixel primary camera with autofocus and LED flash, and a 2-megapixel secondary camera. There’s a quad-core processor from MediaTek doing the regular chops in the device along with 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, and a microSD card slot.

It’s a feature-packed smartphone in its price range and comes with dual-SIM card slot, 4G LTE connectivity, and a 2,000 mAh battery. The company had earlier partnered with Flipkart to launch ‘Xpress’ lineup of smartphones exclusively through the e-retail giant’s website. Micromax is also offering 4G double data through Airtel for six months across its range of 4G smartphones.

Micromax Canvas Xpress 4G Specifications:

• Android 5.1 Lollipop operating system
• 5-inch IPS LCD display, 720 x 1,280 pixels, 294 ppi and Gorilla Glass 3
• 8-megapixel primary camera (OmniVision Sensor), autofocus, LED flash, and 1080p video recording
• 2-megapixel secondary camera, fixed-focus, and 720p video recording
• MediaTek MT6735P, 1GHz quad-core CPU, Mali-T720 GPU, and 2GB RAM
• 16GB internal storage and microSD card slot
• 4G LTE, Dual-SIM, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Bluetooth, GPS, microUSB v2.0 port, and 3.5mm headphone jack
• 2,000 mAh battery

Lenovo unveils the Vibe X3 in two variants with 5.5-inch display and fingerprint sensor.

Lenovo has finally unveiled the Vibe X3 smartphone, which is a successor to the Vibe X2 that was launched last year. The Vibe X3 will come in two variants, with one featuring better features and specs.

Unlike its predecessor, the Vibe X3 does not come with a rectangular design. It has a curvier design and is handier for single-hand operations. As mentioned above, the phone has two variants that have the same outlook, but different specifications. The variant with lower specifications is named as Vibe X3 Lite. The display for the both the variants stays the same, i.e. 5.5-inch Full HD display with 1080p resolution.

Moreover, there are certain changes in the design of both the variants, the dual tone LED flash is placed below the camera sensor on the Vibe X3. Whereas, on the Vibe X3 Lite, it is placed on the right of the camera sensor. The back cover is removable for the Vibe X3 and is non-removable for the Vibe X3 Lite. Both the variants are up for pre-ordering in China.

The 64GB Vibe X3 is priced at 2,999 Yuan (approx. Rs. 31,000/$470, 32GB Vibe X3 is priced at 2,499 Yuan (approx. Rs 25,800/$390). The Vibe X3 Lite has been priced lower than the Vibe X3, at 1899 Yuan (approx.Rs 19,600/$300). Lenovo has not yet announced its plans to launch the devices in other regions.

Lenovo Vibe X3 specifications:

• 5.5-inch Full HD display
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 hexa-core processor paired with 3GB of RAM
• 32GB/64GB internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card
• 21MP Autofocus primary camera, and 8MP front-facing camera
• Hybrid dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-FI, GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, Fingerprint Sensor
• 3,600mAh battery

Lenovo Vibe X3 Lite specifications:

• 5.5-inch Full HD display
• 1.3GHz Mediatek MT6753 octa-core chipset, paired with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card
• 13MP primary camera, and 5MP front-facing camera
• Hybrid dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-FI, GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, Fingerprint Sensor
• 3,400mAh battery

Acer launches 4G equipped Liquid Z630s and Liquid Z530 smartphones, starting at Rs. 6,999

Acer has unveiled two new 4G equipped smartphones - the Liquid Z630s and Liquid Z530. Both the smartphones will be up for sale exclusively through Flipkart flash sale.

The Liquid Z630s comes with a 5.5-inch HD display, and is powered by an octa-core MediaTek MT6753 chipset coupled with a 3GB of RAM. It runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and has 32GB expandable internal storage. It sports an 8-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with an 8-megapixel front-facing camera. In the connectivity department, it supports dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and is backed by a 4,000mAh battery.

On the other hand, the Liquid Z530 is similar to the Liquid Z630s, except for few changes in the specifications. These changes are 5-inch display, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of expandable storage, 1.3 GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6735 64-bit processor, and 2,420mAh battery. In the sound department, both the devices come with DTS audio.

The Acer Liquid Z630s will be available in Black with Gold color options, for a price of Rs. 10,999 starting from November 12. Registrations for the sale will start from today midnight. The Acer Liquid Z530 will be available in Black color, and has been priced at Rs. 6,999.

Acer Liquid Z630s specifications:

• 5.5-inch IPS OGS display with a resolution of 1280 × 720 pixels
• 1.3GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 64-bit processor coupled with 3GB of RAM
• 32GB expandable internal storage
• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• 8MP primary camera with LED Flash, and 8MP front-facing camera
• 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS
• 4,000mAh battery

Acer Liquid Z530 specifications:

• 5-inch IPS OGS display with a resolution of 1280 × 720 pixels
• 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 processor paired with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB expandable internal storage
• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• 8MP primary camera with LED Flash, and 8MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS
• 2,420mAh battery

Asus launches ZenPad 7.0, ZenPad 8.0, and ZenPad C 7.0 in India, starting at Rs. 8,999

At the ZenFestival that was held in India in August, Asus showcased two ZenPads on the occasion. Today, the company launched three ZenPads — the ZenPad 8.0, ZenPad 7.0, and ZenPad C 7.0 in India. Asus has revealed that all these devices will go on sale before the end of this month, exclusively on Flipkart.

The Asus ZenPad 7.0 has been priced at Rs. 11,999; it can also be paired with an audio cover at a cumulative price of Rs. 14,999. The Asus ZenPad C 7.0 will be retailing at Rs. 8,999, while the ZenPad 8.0 is priced at Rs. 14,999 (with audio cover at Rs. 17,999).

Coming on to the specifications, the Asus ZenPad 7.0 (Z370CG) features a 7-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280×800 pixels. It is powered by an Intel Atom x3-C3230 quad-core 64-bit chipset coupled with 2GB of RAM. The tablet runs Android 5.0 Lollipop with Zen UI on top, and has 16GB of expandable internal storage. It sports an 8-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. In the connectivity department, it supports 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and is backed by a 3,450 mAh battery.

Asus ZenPad 7.0 (Z370CG) specifications:

• 7-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280×800 pixels
• Intel Atom x3-C3230 quad-core 64-bit chipset coupled with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB expandable internal storage
• Android 5.0 Lollipop with Zen UI on top
• 8MP primary camera and 2MP front-facing camera
• 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
• 3,450 mAh battery

The Asus ZenPad 8.0 (Z380KL) comes with an 8-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. The tablet is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 615 (MSM8929) clocked at ( 4 X 1.36 Hz + 4 X 1.0GHz ) paired with 2GB of RAM. It runs Android 5.0 Lollipop with Zen UI on top, and sports an 8-megapixel primary camera, along with a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. There is 16GB of expandable storage onboard. In terms of connectivity, it supports 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and is backed by a 4,000 mAh battery.

Asus ZenPad 8.0 (Z380KL) specifications:

• 8-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels
• octa-core Snapdragon 615 (MSM8929) paired with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB expandable internal storage
• Android 5.0 Lollipop with Zen UI on top
• 8MP primary camera and 2MP front-facing camera
• 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
• 4,000 mAh battery

The Asus ZenPad C 7.0, which comes with a 7-inch IPS display at a resolution of 1024×600 pixels. It is powered by an Intel Atom x3-C3230 quad-core 64-bit processor coupled with 1GB of RAM. The tablet runs Android 5.0 Lollipop with Zen UI on top, and sports a 5-megapixel primary camera, along with a VGA front-facing camera. It has 8GB of expandable internal storage onboard, and in the connectivity department, the device supports dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS. It is backed by a 3,450 mAh battery.

Asus ZenPad C 7.0 (Z170CG) specifications:

• 7-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1024×600 pixels
• Intel Atom x3-C3230 quad-core 64-bit chipset coupled with 1GB of RAM
• 8GB expandable internal storage
• Android 5.0 Lollipop with Zen UI on top
• 5MP primary camera and a VGA front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
• 3,450 mAh battery

Meizu M2 launched in India for Rs. 6,999, exclusive to Snapdeal

After launching the M2 note, Meizu has launched its smaller sibling in India, the Meizu M2. Priced at Rs. 6,999, the device is available from Snapdeal exclusively, and the registrations to purchase the smartphone have begun today. The device is available in blue, grey, pink, and white colours.

The Meizu M2 runs Android 5.1 Lollipop-based Flyme 4.5 UI, and is equipped by a quad-core 64-bit processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, a microSD card slot, and a 2,500 mAh battery. In the imaging department, it has a 13-megapixel primary camera with f/2.0 autofocus lens and 1080p video recording, and a 5-megapixel secondary camera.

In terms of connectivity, the Meizu M2 has 4G LTE connectivity with a dual-SIM card slot, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0, and GPS. Please note that you can either use a second SIM or a microSD card, but not both at once. It has a 2,500 mAh battery that the company claims to last upto 23 hours of talk-time. At this price, the device competes with the likes of the Xiaomi Redmi 2, the YU Yuphoria, and the Lenovo A6000 Plus.

Meizu M2 Specifications:

• 5-inch IPS LCD display, 720 x 1,280 pixels (294 ppi), Dragon Trail Glass
• Android 5.1 Lollipop-based Flyme 4.5
• MediaTek MT6735, 1.3GHz quad-core Cortex-A53 CPU, Mali-T720MP2 GPU
• 2GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, and microSD card slot (uses SIM 2 slot)
• 13MP primary camera, autofocus, LED flash, 1080p video recording, and 5MP secondary camera
• 4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, dual-band Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0 (with LE), and GPS (with A-GPS and GLONASS)
• microUSB v2.0 port, and 3.5 mm headphone jack
• Ambient Light Sensor, Digital Compass, Gravity sensor, Hall Effect Sensor, and Proximity Sensor
• 2500 mAh battery; 140.1 x 68.9 x 8.7 mm; 113 g

Microsoft Lumia 550 is the cheapest Windows 10 Mobile smartphone, but it’s not dual-SIM

During Microsoft’s event last night, the company’s focus was on its flagship Windows 10 Mobile-powered devices as well as Windows 10-powered Surface devices. So, it was only natural that the company didn’t spend much time in announcing a new affordable smartphone, the Microsoft Lumia 550.So, here’s everything that you want to know about the Microsoft Lumia 550 smartphone.

Microsoft Lumia 550 Specifications:

• 4.7-inch IPS LCD display, 720 x 1,280 pixels (~315 ppi), capacitive multitouch screen
• Windows 10 Mobile operating system, Cortana, Microsoft Office, Skype, OneDrive, and OneNote
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 (MSM8909), 1.1GHz quad-core Cortex-A7 CPU, Adreno 304 GPU
• 1GB RAM, 8GB internal storage, and microSD card slot (upto 200GB)
• 5MP primary camera (1/4-inch sensor), autofocus lens, F2.4 aperture, single-LED flash, and 720p HD video recording
• 2MP secondary camera, fixed-focus lens, F2.8 aperture, and VGA video recording
• Single-SIM (nano-SIM card slot), 4G LTE, HSPA+, Wi-Fi b.g.n, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Bluetooth v4.1, and GPS (with A-GPS, GLONASS, and A-BeiDou)
• Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, and Proximity sensor
• 2,100 mAh battery; 136.1 x 67.8 x 9.9 mm; 141.9 g

The Microsoft Lumia 550 is an affordable smartphone from the company, and one of the first Windows 10 Mobile-based devices. However, unlike the Lumia 950 and the Lumia 950 XL, this smartphone isn’t as well-equipped as its competitors. Priced at around $139 (~ Rs. 9,077), the device features a 4.7-inch HD IPS LCD display, a quad-core Snapdragon 210 processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB of internal storage space, and a microSD card slot. In terms of imaging, the device has been equipped with a 5-megapixel primary camera with autofocus, LED flash, and 720p HD video recording. There’s a 2-megapixel secondary camera as well for video calling and clicking self-portraits.

In terms of connectivity, the Lumia 550 is a single-SIM smartphone with 4G LTE connectivity, and it is also equipped with regular features like Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.1, and GPS. There are three basic sensors – an accelerometer, an ambient-light sensor, and a proximity sensor – and it packs in a 2,100 mAh battery. If you can notice, Microsoft has definitely missed out on equipping this device with a dual-SIM card slot, and the device doesn’t support 4G LTE on TDD-LTE 2300 MHz channel, which is used in India.

Microsoft hasn’t announced the specific date as to when the Lumia 550 will be available in India, and the company’s India-centric website hasn’t listed the device yet. However, we expect the device to be available in India sometime in December 2015 priced under the Rs. 10,000 mark. It will compete with much better equipped Android smartphones such as the YU Yureka Plus, the Lenovo K3 Note, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G, and the Samsung Galaxy J5. All these devices have better specifications than the Lumia 550, and that will definitely be a problem for Microsoft.

Meizu M2 will be launched in India next week, will compete with Xiaomi Redmi 2

Soon after launching the smartphones such as M1 Note, M2 Note and MX5 in India, Meizu is all set to launch the M2 in India next week. The M2 was first launched in China three months back at a price tag of 599 CNY (Rs. 6,160 approx).

The Meizu M2 Note comes with a 5-inch HD display with a resolution of 720×1280 pixels, and is powered by a 1.3GHz 64-bit quad-core MediaTek MT6735 processor chipset paired with 2GB of RAM. The phone runs Android 5.1 Lollipop with Meizu’s in-house Flyme 4.5 OS on top. It has 16GB internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 128GB via microSD card. The device sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera.

In the connectivity department, the phone supports dual-SIM, 4G (FDD-LTE, TD-LTE networks), 3G, Wi-Fi, GPS, A-GPS, Micro-USB, and Bluetooth 4.0. It is backed by a 2,500 mAh battery, which is touted by Meizu to deliver up to 23 hours of talk time on 2G, and 10 hours of Internet using 4G. In China, the smartphone was launched in Blue, Pink, Grey, and White color options. There is not much information regarding the pricing and availability of the Meizu M2 yet. Stay tuned with us to know more about the launch on next week.

Meizu M2 specifications:

• 5-inch HD display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels
• 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 64-bit chipset paired with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB internal storage, expandable up to 128GB via microSD card
• Android 5.1 Lollipop with FlyMe OS 4.5 on top
• 13MP primary camera with LED Flash, and 5MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G, 3G, Wi-Fi, GPS, A-GPS, Micro-USB, and Bluetooth 4.0
• 2,500 mAh battery

Google Pixel C tablet with keyboard attachment displayed at Nexus 2015 event, focus on productivity

After announcing the LG Nexus 5X and the Huawei Nexus 6P at the Google Nexus 2015 event today, the company also pulled off a surprise. Google announced a brand new tablet that is not a part of its Nexus lineup of mobile devices. Instead, as the name suggest, the Google Pixel C is placed in the Pixel lineup of devices which are wholly designed and sold by the search giant.

Google Pixel C Specifications:

• 10.2-inch IPS LCD display, 2560 x 1800 pixels (302 ppi), 500 nits
• Android 6.0 Lollipop
• Nvidia Tegra X1 processor, 64-bit quad-core CPU, Maxwell GPU
• 3GB RAM, 32GB/64GB internal storage, no microSD card slot
• Detachable magnetically-aligned keyboard
• Wi-Fi ac/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, Miracast, USB 3.0 Type-C port, and 3.5mm headphone jack

The Google Pixel C features a 10.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 2560 x 1800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of 302 ppi, and the company claims that it has a brightness of 500 nits. The device will come pre-installed with Android 6.0 Marshmallow, similar to the Nexus 5X and the Nexus 6P. It is powered by the ultra-powerful Nvidia Tegra X1 processor, 3GB RAM, 32GB or 64GB of internal storage space, and a detachable keyboard cover. Google said that the letter ‘C’ in the device’s name stands for convertible, and that they are targeting productivity-oriented consumers with the Pixel C.

The keyboard cover is magnetically aligned and attached with the Pixel C in a way that you can hold the device any which way you want, and the keyboard cover or the tablet won’t get separated easily. Also, the keyboard, which connects to the tablet using Bluetooth, is wirelessly charged through the tablet. Even if a user doesn’t charge the keyboard, it can be used for a month’t time before it gets discharged completely. Moreover, the display has a squarer 1:?2 aspect ratio that is good for productivity as well as allows for a better keyboard layout.

Details regarding the device’s cameras and battery capacity are still a mystery. The company said that it is till working on the device, and they just wanted to show us a sneak-peek of the device, and more details about the Pixel C will be revealed in the coming months. The Google Pixel C will be released sometime early next year, and it targets devices like the Apple iPad Pro and the Microsoft Surface 3. The 32GB variant of the tablet will be priced at $499, while the 64GB variant will be priced at $599, and the keyboard accessory will be sold for $149.

LG Nexus 5X goes official with 5.2-inch 1080p display, Snapdragon 808 chipset, starting at Rs. 31,900

At the Google’s Nexus and Android event, LG finally unveiled the much-awaited Nexus 5X. Just like the Huawei Nexus 6P, this one will also be up for pre-orders on Google Play Store in the U.S., UK, Ireland, and Japan, from September 29 onwards.

The smartphone comes with a 5.2-inch Full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, and is powered by a 64-bit hexa-core Snapdragon 808 chipset paired with 2GB of RAM. The device will be available in two non-expandable storage variants — 16GB and 32GB. It features a 12.3-megapixel primary camera with dual-tone LED flash, 1.55-micron sensor, along with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Unfortunately, the camera lacks Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), but that does not stop it from shooting 2160p videos. It runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

The LG Nexus 5X supports connectivity options such as 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, USB Type-C, GPS, and is backed by a 2,700 mAh battery. The device also features always-on Google Now feature, which can work even the screen is off. It measures 147 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm and weighs 136 grams. It will be available in Carbon Black, Quartz White, and Ice Blue color options, starting at Rs. 31,900 in India, as per Google Play India listing.

To throw more light on the 4G LTE support, the US models do not support Indian bands, but the one listed on the Play Store India does mention support for Indian bands.

LG Nexus 5X specifications:

• 5.2-inch Full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels
• 64-bit hexa-core Snapdragon 808 chipset paired with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB / 32GB non-expandable internal storage
• Android 6.0 Marshmallow
• 12.3MP primary camera with dual-tone LED flash, and 5MP front-facing camera
• 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, USB Type-C, GPS
• 2,700 mAh battery

Huawei’s Nexus 6P comes with Fingerprint sensor and 5.7-inch QHD display

Google finally took the wraps off its latest Nexus 7 device by Huawei, named as the Nexus 6P. The device will be available in three storage variants — 32GB/64GB/128GB. It will go on pre-order via Google Store in the U.K, U.S, Japan, Ireland, and the shipping procedure will be initiated in October.

Coming on to the specifications, the Huawei Nexus 6P comes with a 5.7-inch Quad HD display (2560×1440 pixels), and is powered by a 2GHz octa-core Snapdragon 810 v2.1 processor coupled with 3GB of RAM. The phone runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and features a 12.3-megapixel primary camera with dual-tone LED flash, along with an 8-megapixel selfie camera. There is a fingerprint sensor onboard, which is placed on the rear of the device for screen lock and Android Pay.

The device is crafted in anodized aluminum body with 7.3 mm thickness. In the connectivity department, the device supports 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, USB Type-C, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2, and is backed by a 3,450 mAh battery. The Huawei Nexus 6P also features dual front-facing speakers. It will be available in Aluminium, Graphite, and Frost White color variants. Google has also revealed the device’s pricing for India; the 32GB variant will be retailing at Rs. 39,999.

Google also revealed in the event that it is going to start rolling out the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update to the Nexus 5, Nexus 6, Nexus 7, Nexus 9, and Nexus Player devices from the upcoming week.

Google Nexus 6P specifications:

• 5.7-inch Quad HD display with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels
• 2GHz Snapdragon 810 v2.1 octa-core chipset coupled with 3GB of RAM
• 32GB/64GB/128GB internal storage
• Android 6.0 Marshmallow
• 12.3MP primary camera with dual-tone LED flash, and an 8MP front-facing camera.
• 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, USB Type-C, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2
• 3,450 mAh battery

Micromax launches three 4G Canvas smartphones in India, starting at Rs. 6,999

Micromax has unveiled three affordable 4G smartphones, named as the Canvas Blaze 4G (Q400), Canvas Fire 4G, and Canvas Play 4G. The handsets are already listed on the company’s official website along with pricing and availability details. Micromax is bringing out many new devices, the company recently unveiled the Canvas Spark 2 at a price tag of Rs. 3,999.

The Micromax Canvas Blaze 4G features a 4.5-inch IPS display with a resolution of 480×854 pixels, and is powered by a 1.1GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 (MSM8909) chipset paired with 1GB of RAM. The phone runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and has 8GB of internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 32GB via microSD card. It supports connectivity options such as dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Micro-USB 2.0, GPS/ A-GPS. The device is backed by a 2,000 mAh, which is touted to deliver up to 6 hours of talk-time.

In the imaging department, the phone sports a 5-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. The device has been priced at Rs. 6,999, and given the pricing and specifications, it is set to compete with devices such as Moto E (2nd Gen) and Xiaomi Redmi 2.

Micromax Canvas Blaze 4G (Q400) specifications:

• 4.5-inch IPS display with a resolution of 480×854 pixels
• 1.1GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 (MSM8909) chipset paired with 1GB of RAM
• 8GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD card
• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• 5MP primary camera with LED flash, and 2MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Micro-USB 2.0, GPS/ A-GPS
• 2,000mAh battery

The Canvas Fire 4G comes features a 4.5-inch FWVGA display with a resolution of 480×854 pixels, and is powered by a 1GHz MediaTek MTK6735 quad-core processor chipset paired with 1GB of RAM. The phone runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and features 8GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD card. All the specifications of the Canvas Fire 4G are identical to the Canvas Blaze 4G, except for the battery, which is 1,800 mAh. It is priced at Rs. 6,999.

Micromax Canvas Fire 4G specifications:

• 4.5-inch FWVGA display with a resolution of 480×854 pixels
• 1GHz MediaTek MTK6735 quad core processor chipset paired with 1GB of RAM
• 8GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD card
• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• 5MP primary camera with LED flash, and 2MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Micro-USB 2.0, GPS/ A-GPS
• 1,850 mAh battery

The Canvas Play 4G, the phone features a 5.5-inch HD IPS display. It is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon chipset coupled with 2GB of RAM. The phone runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and has 16GB of  internal storage onboard. It sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 5-megapixel selfie camera. The device supports connectivity features such as dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Micro-USB 2.0, GPS/ A-GPS, and is backed by a 2,820 mAh battery. The phone has been priced at Rs. 12,499.

Micromax Canvas Play 4G specifications:

• 5.5-inch HD IPS display
• 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon chipset coupled with 2GB of RAM
• 16GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD card
• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• 13MP primary camera with LED flash, and 5MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Micro-USB 2.0, GPS/ A-GPS
• 2,820 mAh battery

Gionee launches Pioneer P3S with Android 5.1 Lollipop, at a price tag of Rs. 5,999

Gionee has announced yet another smartphone in its Pioneer series, named as Pioneer P3S. The phone has been priced at Rs. 5,999, and will be available for purchase in India from this week.

The Gionee Pioneer P3S comes with a 4.5-inch FWVGA display with a resolution of 480×854 pixels, and is powered by a 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6580 chipset paired with 1GB of RAM. The device runs Android 5.1 Lollipop with Gionee’s in-house Amigo 3.1 UI on top, and features 16GB internal storage, which can be expanded up to 32GB via microSD card. The phone is a substantial upgrade over Pioneer P3, which was launched in December 2013. The Pioneer P3S has a better battery, storage, and a bigger display than its predecessor.

It sports a 5-megapixel primary camera and a VGA front-facing camera. In terms of connectivity, the phone supports dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, GPS/ A-GPS, GPRS/ EDGE, Bluetooth, Micro-USB, and is backed by a 2,000 mAh battery. The device will be available in White, Grey, Red, and Golden color options. The Gionee Pioneer P3S also features ‘extreme mode’, which is touted to enhance the battery back-up by 10 percent.

Gionee Pioneer P3S specifications:

• 4.5-inch FWVGA display with a resolution of 480×854 pixels
• 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6580 processor coupled with 1GB of RAM
• 16GB internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD
• Android 5.1 Lollipop with Amigo 3.1 UI on top
• 5MP primary camera and a VGA front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS
• 2,000 mAh battery

Asus launches Zenfone Go in India without 4G support for Rs. 7,999

Asus has officially launched Asus Zenfone Go in India for a price of Rs. 7,999. The smartphone will be available on Asus’s exclusive stores, leading retail stores across the country, and Flipkart. The phone features a 5-inch display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels, and is powered by a 1.3 GHz MediaTek MT6580 processor coupled with 2GB of RAM. It runs Android 5.1 Lollipop with Asus’s in-house ZenUI on top, and has 8GB of internal storage onboard, which can be further expanded up to 64GB via microSD card. The Asus Zenfone Go features an 8-megapixel primary camera with LED flash, along with a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. The phone supports connectivity features such as dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and is backed by a 2,070 mAh battery. phone also comes in a 16GB storage variant as well, but Asus has not revealed whether it will be launching it in India or not. The Asus Zenfone Go will be available in Ceramic White, Pure Black, and Glamour Red color options. The main drawback of the phone is that it lacks 4G connectivity, which is being provided by other manufacturers at cheaper price tags.

Asus Zenfone Go (ZC500TG) specifications:

• 5-inch display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels
• 1.3 GHz MediaTek MT6580 processor coupled with 2GB of RAM
• 8GB internal storage, expandable up to 64GB via microSD
• Android 5.1 Lollipop with ZenUI on top
• 8MP rear camera with LED flash and 2MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS
• 2,070 mAh battery

Xiaomi unveils Mi Bluetooth speaker with microSD card support and in-built mic

Xiaomi yesterday revealed its Mi Bluetooth speaker at an event in China. The Mi Bluetooth speaker is available in Pink, Blue, and Gold colours and is priced at RMB 199 (Rs 2,054 approximately).

Mi Bluetooth speaker has an aluminum body and is said to be smaller than a pencil case that can fit easily in your pocket. The speaker offers the loudness of up to 90db measured at 0.5m. The Mi Bluetooth speaker offers built-in DSP (Digital Signal Processing) and powered by a Anerva AV3102 chipset.

The speaker has a 1500 mAh battery that claims to offer 8-hours of non-stop music playback. It is also equipped with a microSD slot, which enable users to listen songs directly on the speakers along with a built-in microphone for taking calls hands-free. Of course there an Auxiliary in port (AUX) as well, so you can connect your devices to the speakers; you can also connect use its Bluetooth 4.0 for the same. The Mi Bluetooth speaker measures 168x24.5x58 mm and weighs 270 grams.

Xiaomi announces Mi 4c with 5-inch display, USB Type-C connector, 13MP primary camera

Xiaomi has taken the wraps off the Mi 4c, today at an event in China. The device will be available in two variants, 2GB RAM/16GB internal storage, and 3GB RAM/32GB internal storage.

The Xiaomi Mi 4c features a 5-inch Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, and is powered by a Hexa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 64-bit processor. It runs Android 5.0 Lollipop with Xiaomi’s latest MIUI 7 OS on top. The phone sports a 13-megapixel primary camera with Sony IMX258 sensor, phase-detection auto focus, f/2.0 aperture, dual-tone LED flash, along with an 85-degree wide-angle 5-megapixel front-facing camera.

It comes with dual-SIM, 4G LTE support, and features a USB Type-C port. Xiaomi will be selling a USB Type-C to micro USB adapter to go with the device. Other connectivity options include an Infrared sensor, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and GPS. There is a 3,080 mAh non-removable battery, which comes with paired with Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 technology. The Xiaomi Mi 4c will be available in Blue, White, Pink, and Yellow color options for a price of 1,299 Yuan ( US$ 204 / Rs. 13,370 approx.) for the 2GB RAM/16GB internal storage variant and 1,499 Yuan ( US$ 235 / Rs. 15,445 approx.) for the 3GB RAM/32GB internal storage variant.

As of now, Xiaomi has no revealed much regarding the device’s pricing and availability in regions outside China. The Mi 4c is set to go on sale in China starting from September 23.

Xiaomi Mi 4c specifications:

• 5-inch Full HD IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels
• Hexa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 64-bit processor
• 2GB RAM/16Gs internal storage; 3GB RAM/32GB internal storage
• Android 5.0 Lollipop with Xiaomi’s latest MIUI 7 OS on top
• 13MP primary camera with dual-tone LED flash, and 5MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 4G LTE, 3G, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, USB Type-C port, and GPS
• 3,080 mAh battery

Micromax Canvas Spark 2 launched in India with Android 5.1 Lollipop, at Rs. 3,999

Micromax has unveiled an affordable 3G smartphone in India, named as the Canvas Spark 2. The smartphone is priced at Rs. 3,999 and is exclusively up for purchase on Snapdeal via flash sale, which will be held on September 30 at 12 PM. The registrations for the flash sale will open on September 23 at 10 AM.

The smartphone comes with a 5-inch FWVGA display with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels, and is powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor coupled with 768MB of RAM. It runs Android 5.1 Lollipop, and has 4GB of internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 32GB via micros card. In the imaging department, the device sports a 5-megapixel fixed-focus primary camera with LED flash, along with a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. The Canvas Spark 2 supports connectivity features such as dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-F, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and is backed by a 1,800 mAh battery.

It features a lots of pre-loaded apps such as Scandid, Kindle, Hotstar, Clean Master, Firstouch language solution, Swiftkey, Snapdeal, and many more. The Canvas Spark 2 is a successor to the Canvas Spark, which was launched in April with a 4.7-inch qHD display and an 8-megapixel primary camera. Micromax touts the Canvas Spark 2 as India’s most affordable 3G smartphone with Android 5.1 Lollipop.

Commenting on the launch, Vineet Taneja, CEO, Micromax said,“The Canvas Spark proved to be a huge success for Micromax, selling over half a million units in less than two months of its launch. With the Canvas Spark 2, we are yet again reaffirming our commitment to massify the smartphone and Internet usage in the country. Currently, smartphone penetration stands at 12% in the country and 3G adoption is also barely 10%, which presents a huge opportunity to upgrade. We believe that the e-commerce channel is also expanding and the 3-4K category will be the next frontier. Micromax with its strong brand presence and great product offering focused on democratizing technology, has historically cemented itself as the most preferred brand for the mass smartphone segment. With this launch, we are looking at adding a further impetus to this and drive the overall entry into smartphone category.”


Micromax Canvas Spark 2 specifications;

• 5-inch FWVGA display with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels
• 1.3 GHz quad-core processor coupled with 768MB of RAM
• 4GB internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD
• Android 5.1 Lollipop
• 5MP primary camera with LED Flash and 2MP front-facing camera
• dual-SIM, 3G, Wi-F, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS
• 1,800 mAh battery

Asus launches Lolliflash Selfie flash and ZenEars earphones in India

Asus has launched two smartphone accessories in India, Asus Lolliflash and Asus ZenEars, priced at Rs 8,99 and Rs 6,99 respectively. Asus introduced the Lolliflash selfie flash and ZenEars earphones at the Zenfone 2 launch event in India in April along with the ZenPower power bank.

The Lolliflash is a Lollipop shaped smartphone camera accessory to be used with the front-facing camera, while the ZenEars is an in-ear headphones to be used with smartphones. Dedicated for Selfie fans, the Lolliflash is a dual LED flash that is compatible with any device with a 3.5mm headphone jack and claims to capture amazing pictures in low light as well. This accessory has dimension of 31.5 x 11 mm and weighs just 8 grams.

Asus Lolliflash has three brightness level settings and offers upto 70 degree beam wide projection angle. It has Dual Color LED (5000K and 2700K) that gives true colors and real life skin tones in images. It has 65 mAh battery that claims to last for 3 hours if used in low flash mode and if used in High flash mode or if 3000 snaps were captured, it lasts for just 20 minutes. It also has an Anti-Red Eye that eliminates the red eye from images. The portable device comes with three colour filters as well – white, blue and red.

The second accessory launched is Asus ZenEars, which is ergonomically-designed earphones that fit perfectly into the user's ears. It has in-line microphones for voice call features. Asus claims it absorbs the reflected sound, reducing distortion and restoring more music details. It has patented Damping System and Transmission Tube to provide crystal clear and detailed sound. ZenEars comes with custom driver technology and company's Sonic Master 2.0.

The Asus Lolliflash is priced at Rs. 899 and is available in white, black, blue, yellow and red colors. The Asus ZenEars comes in default black colors and with a price-tag of Rs. 699. Both these accessories will be sold via Asus exclusive stores and on major e-commerce sites in India.

Opera Mini for Android updated with new compression modes, to offer better user experience and data saving options

Opera Mini mobile browser for Android, users can for the first time switch between two different data compression modes: High and Extreme. The new High-compression mode compresses web-pages without affecting the page display, making it the perfect mode for surfing the web on 3G or Wi-Fi networks.

The Extreme-compression mode compresses web-pages extensively, giving users a very high-speed internet experience while using very little mobile data. This mode is ideal for when users are experiencing slow network conditions, or just want to make their data plans last longer. The Extreme-compression mode can affect the layout of the web-pages and was previously the only compression mode available in Opera Mini.

In addition to the advanced compression technology, the latest Opera Mini includes the following features:

• New and improved UI for saved pages and bookmarks
• Better handling of bigger downloads in High-compression mode
• Overhauled tab switch
• Private-browsing mode
• Options to customize the browser layout for more thumb-friendly surfing
• A scalable interface with higher resolution for tablets and large phones
• Updates to the Discover news feed to provide more of the latest content across the web
• A data counter to show daily progress on data savings, helping users keep data costs under control

Apple iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus announced with 3D Touch display and better 12MP rear and 5MP front cameras

Apple has finally announced its newest smartphones today, the Apple iPhone 6S and the Apple iPhone 6S Plus, at an event that was held in California. Predecessors to the Apple iPhone 6 and the Apple iPhone 6 Plus, these smartphones come with several improvement, but the major upgrades include a 3D Touch display, a 12-megapixel primary camera, a 5-megapixel secondary camera, a faster A9 processor, and a faster TouchID fingerprint sensor. They also come in two new colours, Space Grey and Rose Gold.

Apple iPhone 6S Specifications:

• 4.7-inch Retina HD LED-backlit IPS LCD display, 1334 x 750 pixels (326 ppi), Ion-Strengthened Glass, Oleophobic Coating, and Display Zoom
• Apple iOS 9 Operating System, Siri, and Apple Pay
• Apple A9 Processing Chipset with embedded M9 Motion Co-Processor
• 2GB RAM and 16/64/128GB internal storage
• 12MP primary camera, BIS sensor, phase-detection autofocus, ƒ/2.2 aperture, true-tone dual-LED flash, and 4K video recording
• 5MP secondary camera, fixed-focus, ƒ/2.2 aperture, Retina Flash, and 720p video recording
• Accelerometer, Ambient-Light Sensor, Barometer, Finger-Print Sensor (2nd Gen. TouchID), Gyroscope, and Proximity Sensor
• Nano SIM, 4G LTE-A Cat. 6, 3G HSPA+, dual-band Wi-Fi ac/b/g/n with MIMO, Wi-Fi Hotspot, AirPlay & AirPlay Mirroring
• Bluetooth v4.2, GPS with A-GPS and GLONASS, NFC, Lightning Connector, and 3.5 mm headphone jack
• 1,715 mAh non-removable battery; 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1 mm; 143 grams

These new smartphones from Apple come in two different screen sizes, the iPhone 6s with a 4.7-inch display, while the iPhone 6s Plus comes with a 5.5-inch display. The former has a resolution of 1334 x 750 pixels and a pixel density of 326 ppi, while the latter has a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels with a pixel density of 401 ppi. These displays are covered by “Ion-Strengthened” glasses, and feature a brand new “3D Touch” touchscreen mechanism. As opposed to displays in other smartphones as well as previous iPhones, these new touchscreen technology can also measure the force with which the display is being touched. Due to this technology, new quick actions can be performed such as quickly take a selfie or view an appointment. Every developer can enable quick actions when Force Touch is being used, such as sending out a quick tweet or a message.

Apple iPhone 6S Plus Specifications:

• 5.5-inch Retina HD LED-backlit IPS LCD display, 1920 x 1089 pixels (401 ppi), Ion-Strengthened Glass, Oleophobic Coating, and Display Zoom
• Apple iOS 9 Operating System, Siri, and Apple Pay
• Apple A9 Processing Chipset with embedded M9 Motion Co-Processor
• 2GB RAM and 16/64/128GB internal storage
• 12MP primary camera, BIS sensor, phase-detection autofocus, OIS, ƒ/2.2 aperture, true-tone dual-LED flash, and 4K video recording
• 5MP secondary camera, fixed-focus, ƒ/2.2 aperture, Retina Flash, and 720p video recording
• Accelerometer, Ambient-Light Sensor, Barometer, Finger-Print Sensor (2nd Gen. TouchID), Gyroscope, and Proximity Sensor
• Nano SIM, 4G LTE-A Cat. 6, 3G HSPA+, dual-band Wi-Fi ac/b/g/n with MIMO, Wi-Fi Hotspot, AirPlay & AirPlay Mirroring
• Bluetooth v4.2, GPS with A-GPS and GLONASS, NFC, Lightning Connector, and 3.5 mm headphone jack
• 2,915 mAh non-removable battery; 158.2 x 77.9 x 7.3 mm; 192 grams

These iOS 9 running pieces of technology come with Always On Siri personal digital assistant and Apple Pay NFC-based payments system. Coming to the interiors, these iPhones are equipped with an Apple A9 chipset that is claimed to offer 70 percent better CPU performance and 90 percent beefier GPU. Apple hasn’t revealed details about the RAM in these devices, but it is being reported that these new iPhones sport 2GB RAM, double of what was bundled with previous generation iPhones. These smartphones will come in three internal storage variants; 16GB, 64GB, and 128 GB. Yes, 16GB is still the starting variant (are you kidding me, Apple!?), even though those higher resolution cameras will produce images and videos with larger file sizes.

In the imaging department, the primary camera now has a resolution of 12 megapixels, while the front-facing camera now uses a BIS sensor with a resolution of 5 megapixels. Both the cameras have ƒ/2.2 aperture, but the primary camera comes with OIS, while the secondary camera lacks it. The rear-facing camera can even record 4K videos in 30FPS, 1080p videos in 120FPS, and 720p videos in 240 fps. The front-facing camera is accompanied with something called ‘Retina Flash’, which is nothing but the screen acting like a strobe flash that can brighten upto 2x its usual brightness setting. So, you can now take better selfies even in low-light conditions. Also, panorama images will now have a higher 63-megapixel resolution, thanks to the new processor and the camera sensor.

In terms of connectivity, these iPhones have Nano-SIM card slots, and come with 4G LTE-A with a maximum download speeds of upto 600Mb/s. The home button now has the second-generation TouchID fingerprint sensor beneath it for faster fingerprint recognition. There’s dual-band Wi-Fi ac/b/g/n with MIMO for faster data access over the network, and Bluetooth 4.2 + LE. The iPhone 6s comes with an 1,715 mAh battery, while the iPhone 6s Plus comes with a larger 2,915 mah battery. There’s still no wireless or fast charging, so they’ll take twice as much time to charge fully as newer competitors like the Samsung Galaxy S6 and the Sony Xperia Z5. Apple also announced new options for leather and silicon cases as well as colour-matched metallic docks for the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus.

YU Yunique snapdragon 410 powered smartphone launched for 4999.

YU today at a press event in Delhi launched another handset called the YU Yunique. This is a dual SIM handset with 4G LTE support and houses the snapdragon 410 quad core processor. Yunique is priced at 4,999 and it will be available exclusively on Snapdeal.com.

The YU Yunique weight is just 128 grams and it is 8.3mm thick. It sports a 4.7 inch screen with corning gorilla glass 3 protection, supporting 1280 x 720 pixels resol

ution. Like the other YU handsets this one runs Android Lollipop 5.1 with 1GB RAM, 8GB storage and micro SD card support (32GB max).


The handset houses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 (MSM8916) 64 bit 1.2GHz quad core processor with Adreno 306 GPU. The Yunique will also include an 8MP AF camera with LED flash on the rear and a 2MP camera on the front. Key features are 4G, 3G, 2G, GPS, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. This handset gets power from a 2000 mAh battery that delivers up to 7 hours of talk time.

Yu to launch new product on 8th September 2015.

YU Televentures a Micromax brand has sent out invites for a press event on 8th September 2015. Most likely they will launch their 4th device on that day. YU CEO Rahul Sharma has not directly revealed or given any hint but did mention that something really cool is coming up. YU had started it journey with Yureka and then launched the Yuphoria and came the Yureka Plus. They also launched other devices like the YU Fit. The company could launch another smartphone next week, we will have to wait and see what they will come up with.

Rahul Sharma has also confirmed that the device that will be unveiled on 8th will be sold exclusively on Snapdeal.com.

Sony Xperia Z5, Z5 Premium and Z5 Compact announced at IFA

At the IFA 2015 event in Berlin, Sony announced the Xperia Z5, the Xperia Z5 Premium and the Xperia Z5 Compact. These handsets will be launched globally within few weeks/months. The pricing details have not yet been revealed.

Sony Xperia Z5 is Snapdragon 810 octa core powered coupled with Adreno 430 GPU. This handset is running Lollipop 5.1 over a 5.2 inch Triluminos screen supporting 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution. There is 3GB RAM, 32GB storage and micro SD card support of up to 200GB. The Xperia Z5 also comes packed with a 23MP primary camera using Sony EXMOR RS Sensors with 4K video recording capabilities. The front camera is of 5MP resolution. Key features are 4G, 3G, finger print scanner (on power button), Bluetooth 4.1, GPS, NFC and Wi-Fi. This handset houses a 2900 mAh battery with quick charge 2.0 support.

Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is also powered by snapdragon 810 octa core processor and comes with 23MP rear camera + 5MP front camera. Most of the features are same when compared with Z5, however the Z5 Premium sports a 5.5 inch screen with 3840 x 2160 pixels resolution, handset is dust and waterproof, the power button doubles up as the finger print scanner and the Premium gets power from a 3430 mAh battery. This handset will be available with dual / single SIM options.

Sony Xperia Z5 Compact sports a 4.6 inch Triluminos screen supporting 1280 x 720 pixels resolution. This handset is also using the snapdragon 810 64 bit octa core processor running Lollipop but with 2GB RAM, 32GB storage and 200GB external storage support. A 23MP camera is packed on the rear with LED flash support and a 5MP on the front. The Z5 Compact is dust and water resistant. Key features are 4G, 3G, NFC, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS and Wi-Fi. The Compact houses a 2700 mAh battery.