LG, the South Korean tech giant, has launched another mid-range smartphone and named it the LG K30. The smartphone is currently available only in the U.S. at USD 225 (roughly Rs. 15,000). Considering, LG has a few K-series smartphones in India, the LG K30 might make its way to India soon.
As far as the specifications are concerned, the LG K30 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 SoC. The smartphone features a 5.3-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720x1280 pixels. The device packs in 2GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage which is further expandable using a microSD card. The smartphone runs on Android 7.1 Nougat and is backed by a 2,880mAh battery.
On the optics front, the LG K30 sports a 13-megapixel camera at the back. Up front, there is a 5-megapixel selfie shooter.
The LG K30 is currently available only in the U.S., so here are some alternatives available in India right now.
10.or D
10.or D runs on nearly stock Android 7.1.1 Nougat
If the specifications of the LG K30 sounds enough for you, you can save some money can go in with the 10.or D which comes with similar specifications. The 10.or D features a 5.2-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 SoC. The 10.or D starts at a price of Rs. 4,999 for the 2GB+16GB variant while the 3GB+32GB variant retails for Rs. 5,999.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro sports a dual-camera setup at the back
The LG K30 is priced at USD 225 which roughly converts to Rs. 15,000. At that price, you can grab a much better smartphone like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro. The Redmi Note 5 Pro sports a 5.99-inch IPS LCD display with 18:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset. The smartphone starts at a price of Rs. 14,999 for the 4GB+64GB variant.
After dominating India's 4G telecom services, Reliance Jio is now focusing on Broadband connections
Reliance Jio recently introduced fibre to the home (FTTH) broadband connections. The company is now offering 1.1TB of free data with every new connection and promises speed of 100mbps. However, the Reliance Jio FTTH Broadband service is currently available only in a few cities across the country.
The reports were brought up by The Hindu, where a source told them “The initial FTTH plan includes 100 gigabytes (GB) of free data at 100 Mbps speed; once the data limited is exhausted, the customers can do top-up of 40 GB of free data 25 times in a month, effectively meaning 1,100 GB of free data a month.”
According to the reports, anyone can apply for a JioFiber connection by just paying a refundable security deposit of Rs 4,500. However, the connection is currently available only in select markets.
Reliance Jio is currently expanding its business which was initially started as only 4G networks. The company will soon expand the availability of FTTH Broadband connection across the country. Jio is also said to soon introduce internet protocol television (IPTV) services in India.
Meanwhile, Reliance Jio is currently offering Cricket Offer to its Jio 4G users. IPL Fans can recharge their Jio prepaid numbers with Rs. 251 to get a total of 102GB 4G data. Users will get 2GB data per day for a total of 51 days. However, the pack does not offer any calls or SMS messages as the pack is purely focused for users who want to watch IPL matches on the go.
Asus India has announced to launch another smartphone and this time it comes with Android Oreo (Go Edition). The Asus ZenFone Live 1 is being introduced in order to compete against smartphones like the Nokia 1. Interestingly, what makes this Android Go smartphone different is the 18:9 display.
As far as the specifications are concerned, the Asus ZenFone Live L1 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor. The smartphone features a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1440x720 pixels and an aspect ratio of 18:9. The device comes in 1GB and 2GB RAM variant and both are coupled with 16GB of onboard storage. The smartphone runs on Android Oreo (Go Edition) and is backed by a 3,000mAh battery.
On the optics front, the Asus ZenFone Live L1 sports a 13-megapixel camera at the back. Up front, there is a 5-megapixel selfie snapper.
The ZenFone Live L1 will be first launched in Indonesia on May 17. The company has not disclosed the price of the smartphone yet. Reports suggest that the smartphone will be priced somewhere around Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 10,000. However, if you are really interested in buying an Android Go smartphone, here are some alternatives.
Nokia 1
Nokia 1 was the first smartphone in India to come with Android Oreo (Go Edition)
One of the most popular smartphones to come with Android Go is the Nokia 1. The Nokia 1 sports a 4.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 480x854 pixels. The smartphone is powered by a MediaTek MT6737M chipset. The Nokia 1 is priced at Rs. 5,199 which is lower than the Asus ZenFone Live L1's speculated price.
10.or G
The 10.or G sports a dual-camera setup at the back
Believing the reports that the Asus ZenFone Live L1 will be priced above Rs. 7,000, the 10.or G can be a great alternative. 10.or G is not an Android Go smartphone but comes with much better specifications and build quality. 10.or G is powered by a Snapdragon 626 SoC and features a 5.5-inch Full HD+ display. The smartphone starts at a price of Rs. 7,999.
Honor 9 Lite has made its mark on the Indian market and is regarded as one of the best smartphones in this price bracket
Are you planning to purchase a new smartphone? Then you must be confused with so many choices out there. But worry no more as here is a list of all the reasons you should choose the all-new Honor 9 Lite smartphone. Additionally, there are numerous offers active during which you can save a huge amount of money along with purchasing your dream smartphone. The phone manufactured by Huawei and offers all the latest configurations in one device that too in a comfortably affordable price.
Top 6 Reasons to Buy Honor 9 Lite
There are many reasons for you to choose Honor 9 lite but to keep things simple here are top 6 reasons handpicked for you. This will convince you that you are making the right choice. Huawei has been in Indian market for years and has stood up to their reputation by developing top of the line products. Now, as the company has set foot in smartphone manufacturing they are making a mark for themselves. The company launched Honor 9 lite early in January this year. And it is reviewed as the best budget smartphone.
Larger Display and Vibrant Colours
Who doesn't like larger displays on their phone? With Honor 9 lite you get a huge 5.6 inches display with a wide range of colour temperature adjustments. The phone has a 2.5D curved glass on both rear and front. The display has a Full HD resolution (2160*1080 pixels). This is bound to make your movie watching experience a memorable one. The phone has a slim-bezel design making it lightweight. Also, it has got an all-glass design which makes the phone look rich. The design is however almost similar to its ancestor Honor 9i. The phone weighs only 165g. All in all the larger display, higher resolution, elegant look, and out of the world. If you are a movie buff and like to watch it even on your phone then this phone is the only choice you should make while purchasing. It offers the best movie watching experience in this price range.
Operating System that Allows you to Manually Save Battery
The Honor 9 Lite operates on Android Oreo 8.0 based EMUI. The phone is power-packed with 3000 mAh non-removable battery and the hardware supports fast charging. The operating system has included an additional feature where the user can manually choose between Full HD or HD option. Whenever you feel to save your battery life you can downgrade from Full HD to HD and save the battery life. The OS has optimized the overall functioning of the smartphone and takes care of the apps running in the background thus saving the battery life. Honor 9 Lite provides 20 hours of talk time and can last up to 24 days when in standby mode.
The smartphone runs on Android 8.0 Oreo-based EMUI 8.0 out of the box
Battery life of a smartphone is the most important feature you should look to before purchasing one. And with this unique feature, you have the control to save battery life making Honor Lite 9 the first in your choice list. Also get huge discount benefits during the Ali express offers.
Powerful Camera
Honor 9 Lite sports a dual-camera setup at the back
The evolving technology is providing top of the line services. Smartphone manufacturers are continuously in the race of developing the best quality products. Today's smartphones are competing with DSLR cameras to provide great images with background blur and portrait effects. Honor 9 Lite smartphone is equipped with dual primary and secondary camera. Yes, there's a dual selfie camera. Now you can get the portrait effect even with the front camera. The back camera has 13-megapixel primary lens and 2-megapixel secondary lens. The features of this camera are PDAF settings, fast focus, with sharper and clearer pictures. Honor 9 Lite is providing the features which even costly smartphones cannot provide. The front camera also has 13 MP primary and 2 MP secondary lens which gives you quite good shallow depth effect. You can also get a Bokeh effect from selfie camera. That's a big plus point making this phone climb on the top numbers in smartphones list.
Larger Storage Space
The first of few things we look into a phone is its storage capacity. Whether it has enough RAM to support heavy gaming, multitasking, etc. and whether it has enough internal storage to store the captured images, videos, and many other files. This gives you the idea of whether or not to purchase a memory card. Honor 9 Lite comes with a good RAM and internal storage facility. There are two variants of the phone - one which supports 3 GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage and the other has a 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage. Additionally, you can expand this storage up to 256 GB if you feel the need to do so.
In this price range getting such a huge storage facility is a dream come true. You can store movies, videos, and much more and don't have to worry about the space running out. So, this reason will convince you why you should purchase Honor 9 Lite during the Ali express offers.
A Powerful Processor
Having a large storage space is not enough when you are trying to play heavy games on your phone. A good processor is a must along with a good RAM space. This allows you to experience smooth app to app transition, faster loading of games, and play games without any stutters and glitches. And the good news here is that the all-new Honor 9 Lite supports all of the above. It is power-packed with HiSilicon Kirin 659 octa-core SoC with four cores clocked at 2.36 GHz and other four at 1.7 GHz.
Honor 9 Lite has a reflective back glass
This upgraded hardware has improved the phone functionality tremendously. The system response rate has improved by 65 percent. The overall functioning of the smartphone has improved by 50 percent through its 16nm octa-core processor. This great improvement in the smartphone will allow you to experience the real power of technology and work seamlessly through the apps.
The Price
Probably the most important point of all this is where you will be hooked to purchase the all-new Honor 9 Lite smartphone. The phone has been equipped with latest possible technology and configurations. The company has not left any of the areas where development is required even more. They are providing dual front and back cameras, larger display with curved design, a full glass body, high-end processor, larger battery, and huge storage space. And the price for all these features is like a dime.
The new Honor 9 Lite has got two variants. The 32 GB variant will cost you Rs.10,999/- whereas the 64 GB variant will cost Rs.14,999/- only. You might feel like this is fake. But its not. At this price range, you cannot expect any better.
Critic Reviews
Trusted Reviews - The website has reviewed this mobile thoroughly and has given 3.5 stars out of 5. The twin-lens camera is the best feature Honor 9 Lite offers. It has a good battery life and a bezel-slim design is eye-catching.
Gadgets360 - With an overall rating of 3.5 this site's verdict is that Honor 9 Lite is the best smartphone available at such a low cost. They also provide alternatives to this phone such as Xiaomi Mi A1.
The New Generation Smartphone
Honor 9 Lite has proved itself to be the best in the competitive market. With all the super features Huawei has again got into the game. This is beneficial for the customers as the phones are available at relatively low prices. So, benefit from the Ali express offers and purchase this smartphone today!
Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 features a dual-camera setup at the back
Asus recently launched the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1, a mid-range smartphone in India. All its competitors including the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro and Honor 7X come with Face Unlock feature. So, Asus has now finally introduced face unlock in their new mid-range smartphone with an OTA update.
The OTA update rolled out by Asus weighs in at around 1.3GB for our units. However, the FOTA update for end users will be only 125MB and will directly jump from version 247 to 252. The software update provided to us carried each version upgrade file from 247 to 252.
The software update not only brings Face Unlock but also brings a few other features. The update brings in a few bug fixes and improvements here and there. The major improvement is with the camera app where Asus has made optimisations to colour correction, HDR mode and low light photography. Users have also reported that the Fingerprint response time has been improved.
Tap on the System Update notification and tap on Download Now
If you have not received the notifications, you can head over to Settings > System > System updates to manually check for any available updates
Once you tap on Download Now, the update will start downloading
After the update is finished downloading, hit Install Now to begin the installation process. Your device will reboot in order to complete the installation process.
The latest version of ZenUI is 14.2016.1804.252 and it changes the ZenUI to ZenFone in the System Update screen. Also, the update brings the latest April 2018 Android security patch.
As far as the specifications are concerned, the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 features a 5.99-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080x2160 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SoC. The smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box.
Earlier the Same plan used to cost Re 1 cheaper and came with 500MB data per day less.
Telecom Giant, Vodafone now made some changes to their recharge plan. Vodafone's Rs 349 plan now offers 3 GB of gigabytes of data per day. This is Re 1 increase in price and 500MB increase in daily data limit. This is in wake of its competition, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel also offering 3 GB data per day prepaid recharge plans. Here are some plans that offer 3GB data daily.
Vodafone prepaid recharge plan of Rs. 349
This prepaid recharge plan by Vodafone offers users 3 GB 3G/4G data per day. Earlier, the company used to offer the same prepaid recharge plan priced at Rs 348, Re 1 cheaper and only with 2.5 GB data per day instead of 3GB. The validity of this Vodafone plan is for 28 days. All the calls except for international are free with this plan.
3 GB data per day prepaid recharge plan of Reliance Jio
Reliance Jio also offers 3 GB data per day prepaid recharge plan. The Jio's plan is priced at Rs 299. This plan also offers hundred SMS per day along with unlimited voice calls. This plan is valid for only 28 days. Also, this plan is been updated from 2GB to 3GB data per day. This makes this plan slightly cheaper than the Vodafone offering.
3 GB data per day prepaid recharge plan of Airtel
Airtel also offers 3 GB data per day prepaid recharge plan. The Airtel's offering is priced at Rs. 349. Along with this plan you get unlimited Local, STD and national roaming calls bundled. Also, there are hundred local and STD SMS per day. All of this comes bundled with the Rs 349 plan by Airtel. The validity of the plan is only 28 days. This makes this plan more expensive than Jio's offering and similarly priced to Vodafone's plan.
The Wood Trim easily makes it better than its Competitors.
Indian Audio Accessories manufacturer, Boult Audio recently launched the Boult Audio Basswoods in the wired HD In-ear Headphone. It is a premium design carefully crafted earphones with a price point in mind. It is priced at Rs. 599. They are available exclusively on Myntra.com
The Boult Audio BassWoods are made of wood bringing back the nostalgic feelings of good old days of wooden instruments. Also, they feel a lot more premium than the cheap plastic used in many other earphones of the same price point. Also, they are lacquered. According to the company, the Lacquer adds to the density and rigidity. Also, According to the company, the BassWoods have a very natural sound across the mid-range, organic soft treble with deep and warm bass, a glorious warmth that metal just can’t emulate.
The Boult BassWoods feature a premium design.
The Boult Audio BassWoods also deliver great bass at varied volumes. The BassWoods also comes packed with a passive noise isolation element. There is also a built-in microphone ensures that the user can make calls if he wished to. The included neodymium technology & built-in subwoofers with HD acoustic drivers deliver truly impressive sound. In terms of enhancing the feel, the BassWoods are made of high gauge textured copper cable to strengthen the cable and provide best possible output without compromising on looks. They also come bundled with a carrying pouch.
Features
Light-Weight & Comfortable Fit
Rich Bass, Crisp Mids, and Vivid Highs
Incredibly Detailed High definition Audio
Neodymium HD acoustic drivers
Robust Casing so that you don’t have to worry about wear and tear
Built-in microphone to ensure easier communication
Easy-to-use in-house controls buttons to accept calls and play, pause or skip music tracks.
The boAt BassHeads 100 features a very stylish design
The boAt BassHeads costs only Rs 80 more than the BassWoods, and feature a stylish design and almost the same audio quality. It also features an inbuilt microphone.
Philips Bass+
The Philips Bass+ sports a really great Bass.
The Philips Bass+ costs only Rs 60 more than the BassWoods. They feature an in-line microphone. They also feature extra bass for those EDMs if you so seek.
Skullcandy Supreme
The Skullcandy Supreme features nothing special.
The Skullcandy Supreme costs the same price at the BassWoods. They also feature an in-line microphone. However, it dosesn't feature any special feature.
iVoomi, a smartphone manufacturer known for launching budget smartphones in India has come up with a new product. This time instead of launching a new smartphone, iVoomi has launched a fitness tracker, the iVoomi FitMe Health Band. This fitness band will get you track your workout and will help you get into total shape.
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Ashwin Bhandari, CEO, iVOOMi India says, “As per recent reports, Fitness bands are the most popular devices holding the maximum market share in the category of wearables. When we entered the Indian market back in March 2017, we had envisioned to design and bring a product specifically for the young and fitness-conscious millennials of the country. The FitMe Health Band is sleek, smart, dust-proof, and water resistant & features a display of 128*32 pixels resolution that makes it crystal clear from all viewing angles and under all conditions. The band is enriched with features that suit the needs and requirements of our customers”
The iVoomi FitMe directly competes against the popular Xiaomi Mi Band 2. However, the health band by iVoomi does bring one distinctive feature and that is the Air Quality Index tracker. Air Quality Index (AQI) tells you how clean or unhealthy the air around you is. Apart from the AQI, the FitMe band also comes with features like Heart Rate Monitor, Sleep Monitor, Long Sitting Alert, Running Mode, Vibration Reminder, Pedometer and much more.
Anita Hassanandani wearing iVoomi FitMe
The iVoomi Fitme provides all these features and gives a battery backup of 3 to 5 days, as per the company. The 90mAh battery inside can even deliver up to 60 days of standby time without connection and bright screen. The band is also IP67 rated which makes it dust and water resistant.
The iVoomi FitMe Health Band is priced at Rs. 1,999 and will be available exclusively via Flipkart starting May 3.
At Rs. 1,999, here are some alternatives to the FitMe band
Xiaomi Mi Band - HRX Edition
The Xiaomi Mi Band - HRX Edition looks similar to the Mi Band 2
Xiaomi Mi Band - HRX Edition is the biggest competitor for the iVoomi FitMe band. The Mi Band - HRX Edition is Rs. 700 cheaper than the FitMe band at Rs. 1,299. The Mi Band offers most features spotted on the FitMe band except for the AQI tracker. So, if the absence of an AQI tracker does not make much difference for you, the Xiaomi Mi Band - HRX Edition can be a great fitness tracker and you can save some money as well.
Fastrack Reflex
Fastrack Reflex Smart Bands are available in various colour options
Fastrack also has its own fitness tracker named the Fastrack Reflex. The Reflex also makes a good alternative to the FitMe by iVoomi. However, just like the Mi Band, you will lose the Air Quality Index tracker. The Fastrack Reflex is currently available for Rs. 1,995 via Flipkart.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge are IP68 water and dust resistant
Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, company's two-year-old smartphones are finally receiving the Android Oreo update. The Android Oreo update is the second major update for the device, first being the Android Nougat update.
Android 8.0 Oreo for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge brings all the Oreo features which included Picture-in-picture mode, Smart Selection, Autofill and much more. Alongside the Oreo features, Samsung has also updated its UI and has added features like Dual messengers where users can use two WhatsApp accounts in one smartphone.
The OTA update rollout has begun and should hit your Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge anytime soon. The update will weigh in at around 1.2GB.
How to download and install Android Oreo
Tap on the Software Update notification (if any)
To manually check for updates, head over to Settings>Software Updates and then tap on Download Updates manually
Now hit Download in order to start downloading the OTA update files
Once downloaded, Tap on Install now
You Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 Edge will now reboot and complete the installation process. If you have not received any update yet, you might need to wait for a few days until the update reaches everyone.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge are powered by the Exynos 8890 Octa-core chipset. The S7 features a 5.1-inch display while the S7 Edge sports a larger 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display. Both the smartphones pack in 4GB of RAM and 32GB, 64GB or 128GB of onboard storage.
The Samsung Galaxy S7 is currently priced at around Rs. 27,999 while the Galaxy S7 Edge retails for Rs. 36,799.
The Galaxy A6 and the A6+ can be the what the Galaxy S9 mini and S9+ mini should have been.
South Korean Electronics Manufacturer, Samsung officially unveiled two new smartphones. The Samsung Galaxy A6 and Galaxy A6+ are finally official. The company posted with the smartphones on their official international website.
However, only the specifications are mentioned and not the price. The A6 duo's design and camera are being promoted as their main point. The Duo comes in a variety of colours including Black, Gold, Blue, and Lavender colours. Both the A6 and the A6+ will be available starting mid-may. However, it will be only available in select European, Asian and Latin American markets. However, the duo will be released in additional markets throughout South Korea, Africa and China later on.
Samsung Galaxy A6, Galaxy A6+ Specifications
Starting with the display, the duo sports the same display as the Samsung's Galaxy S, Galaxy Note series. The smaller Galaxy A6 gets a 5.6-inch HD+ (720x1480 pixels) display while the larger Galaxy A6+ sports a larger 6.0-inch full-HD+ (1080x2220 pixels) display. Both of them feature a Samsung Infinity Display with 18.5:9 display and curved display.
The Galaxy A6+ comes with Dual camera setup and the display borrowed from the Galaxy S series
In terms of raw internals, The A6 and the A6+ comes with octa-core 1.6GHz and octa-core 1.8GHz SoC, respectively. Both of these handsets come with 3GB RAM + 32GB internal storage or 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variants. Both of these smartphones support microSD cards of up to 256GB capacities. They also are based on Android 8.0 Oreo and comes with the Samsung Bixby suite.
As for the optics, the Samsung Galaxy A6 gets a single 16-megapixel autofocus rear sensor with f/1.7 aperture. The Galaxy A6+, however, gets a dual rear camera setup with a 16-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.7 aperture and a secondary 5-megapixel sensor with f/1.9 aperture. For the selfies, the Galaxy A6 gets a 16-megapixel front camera and the Galaxy A6+ get a 24-megapixel front sensor, both with an aperture of f/1.9. The smaller Galaxy A6 comes with 3000mAh battery while the larger A6+ comes with 3500mAh unit.
Alternatives
The price of the Galaxy A6 and the A6+ was not been revealed, but here are some alternatives compared to expected price.
Moto X4
Moto X4 saw the return of the Moto X series with a bang.
The Moto X4 starts at Rs 21,000 and goes all the way up to Rs 25,000. The smartphone comes with 3/4/6GB of RAM depending on your variant and packs a full glass front and back. It also packs dual camera setup with 12MP+8MP sensors. However, it sports only 16:9 aspect ratio display.
Moto Z2 Play
What The Z2 Play lacks in power covers up with Moto Mods.
The Moto Z2 play lacks the dual camera setup at the back and comes with metal instead of glass at the back. It also lacks the 18.5:9 aspect ratio display. However, where it gains is its immense battery life and compatibility with Moto Mods.
Honor 8
Arguably the best mid-segment phone ever.
The Honor 8 comes packed with Dual rear camera setup at the back as well as at the front. The smartphone also sports a full view 18:9 aspect ratio display. It comes with Kirin 950 coupled with 4GB of RAM.
