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Xiaomi to unveil the Mi Mix 2S with Snapdragon 845 at MWC 2018

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Devesh Arora
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Xiaomi is currently working on bringing a successor to the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2. The successor will be named Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S and will carry a few upgrades here and there. As the Mi Mix line-up from Xiaomi is all about the display, the Mix 2S will also come with a nearly bezel-less display. Speculations are that the company might unveil the smartphone at MWC 2018 in Barcelona.

What to expect?

One of the major changes in the upcoming Mix 2 successor will be its processor. According to a few reports, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC. Recently, the smartphone was spotted on AnTuTu which says the phone uses a Snapdragon 845 chip. My Drivers spotted a benchmarking list which shows the device name 'Polaris' which scores 2,70,461. The device codenamed Polaris is believed to be the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S AnTuTu
Source: MyDrivers

Also Read: Xiaomi to unveil the Redmi Note 5 on February 14 in India, Here’s what you need to know

If the smartphone is ready to arrive at the MWC, this could be the first smartphone to feature a Snapdragon 845 chipset. However, even if it is not the first in the world, it could be the first smartphone by Xiaomi to do so. Earlier reports claimed that Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ will be the first ones to come with Snapdragon 845. So, it will be interesting to see that who finally wins the race.

As per the leaks, the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S is expected to come with an iPhone X like notch up front. The smartphone is also expected to come with Face Recognition features. The smartphone is expected to launch with a price tag of CNY 4,000 (roughly Rs. 40,600.

Xiaomi to unveil the Redmi Note 5 on February 14 in India, Here's what you need to know

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Devesh Arora
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Xiaomi India recently rolled out media invites for an upcoming event. The event is set for February 14 and will be held in New Delhi. Earlier speculations suggested that Xiaomi will be launching the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus in the upcoming event in India. However, a recent report suggests that the company will be launching the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 at the event. The Redmi Note 5 is going to be a successor to the much popular Redmi Note 4.

A report that Xiaomi could launch the Redmi Note 5 was initially brought by Techook. Techook spotted the name "RedmiNote5" inside the JavaScript code managing the countdown timer on Mi.com. We verified the report by going to the same link and checking the script.

Redmi Note 5 launch tip

Specifications

As far as the specifications are concerned, earlier reports suggest that the Redmi Note 5 will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 SoC. The smartphone will feature a 5.99-inch IPS LCD display. The display is said to come with 1080x2160 pixels resolution and an 18:9 aspect ratio. The device will pack 3GB or 4GB of RAM coupled with 32GB or 64GB of storage. Under the hood, there will be a 4,100mAh battery powering the internals. The Redmi Note 5 will run on MIUI 9 based on Android 7.1.2 Nougat out of the box.

Also Read: Xiaomi launched WhatsApp based service for its users in India, Here is what you need to know

In the camera department, the Redmi Note 5 is said to come with a dual camera setup at the back. The rear camera setup will include a 12MP and a 5MP sensor. Few reports suggest that the smartphone might come with a single 16-megapixel camera. Up front, there will be either 5-megapixel or 8-megapixel selfie shooter.

WhatsApp to introduce Group Calling, Stickers and much more

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Devesh Arora
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WhatsApp Messenger has become one of the most used cross-platform messaging application in the world. The Facebook-owned WhatsApp usually likes to try new features. These features help in making the user experience much better. Reports suggest that the company is now working on bringing the group calling feature to the application. The feature will make its debut in Android devices and will be followed by iOS.

Whatsapp Group Call
Source: WABetaInfo

According to WABetaInfo, the group video call feature will soon make its way to WhatsApp for Android. Initially, the group call will only allow a maximum of four participants in total. This new feature was found hidden in the Beta 2.17.437 version of the application. The next application update (2.17.443) brought a hidden string which said, “Couldn’t switch between voice and video call because this feature isn’t available in a group call."

WhatsApp Stickers
Source: WABetaInfo

Moving on further, the latest Beta updates for the app also bring stickers. The stickers found on WhatsApp look very similar to what we have seen on Facebook Messenger application. With the new stickers integration, the company is trying to cope up with the competition like Hike Messenger. The stickers tab was spotted on the WhatsApp Beta 2.18.32 for Android.

Also Read: WhatsApp Business App now Available in India. Here's what you need to know

Additionally, there will also be a WhatsApp Stickers Packs Store. The store can be used to get more sticker options within the app. The company is also working on bringing the Payments feature to its application. The feature will use UPI based transactions in order to send or receive money. The feature is available on Beta 2.18.41 version and will soon make its way to the stable version.

OnePlus 5T Lava Red now available for just Rs. 36,499 as Valentines Day offer

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Devesh Arora
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OnePlus recently unveiled the Lava Red variant of the flagship OnePlus 5T. The new colour variant was received with much love by OnePlus fans. The company introduced the Lava Red variant as a Limited Edition variant which soon went out of stock. As the Valentines day is around the corner, OnePlus decided to bring back the Lava Red variant.

Commenting on the announcement, Vikas Agarwal, General Manager at OnePlus India said, “We are grateful to the OnePlus community for making OnePlus 5T the highest rated smartphone on Amazon.in and the best-selling premium smartphone in India. To celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, we are glad to bring back the special edition of the hugely popular Lava Red variant along with some exciting offers including a special referral program on Amazon.in to further reward the loyal OnePlus community.”

OnePlus 5T Lava Red

Also Read: OnePlus 5 finally starts receiving Face Unlock feature with the OxygenOS 5.0.2 update

Many people believe that red represents a colour of love. So, this could make the perfect valentines gift. The Lava Red variant of the OnePlus 5T is now available via the oneplusstore.in. People in Bangalore can also grab the offer from OnePlus Experience Store. Interestingly, the company is also offering a Rs. 1,500 cashback on the purchase of a Lava Red OnePlus 5T. However, the cashback offer is only applicable to SBI credit cards. Additionally, SBI Credit Card users are eligible for 3-months no cost EMI during the offer period. The offer period starts today, February 7 and will go on until February 11.

OnePlus 5T Specifications

OnePlus 5T features a 6.01-inch Full HD Optic AMOLED display with 18:9 aspect ratio. The smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC. The Lava Red variant comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The device is backed by a 3,300mAh battery. The OnePlus 5T runs on OxygenOS 5.0.3 based on Android 8.0 Oreo.

Vodafone is now offering 30GB Data, Unlimited Calls and more at Rs 399, Here is how to avail it

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Lalit Wadhwa
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Telecommunication giant Vodafone, taking on Jio and Airtel launched a new plan today. After the Jio's entry into the market, companies are discounting internet plan prices to remain relevant in the market. Vodafone is now offering 30GB of Internet data along with another freebie at Rs 399. However, the plan is available only to select customers.

Benefits of the new Vodafone Rs 399 Plan

The plan is only available to Vodafone RED postpaid customers only. The plan is available at Rs 399 and offers premium benefits such as unlimited local and STD calls. This includes free national roaming and 100 SMSes along with 30GB 3G/ 4G monthly data. Also, the customers who are moving from prepaid and other carriers, they will get 200GB for the first month.

Just like other plans by the company, the Rs 399 Vodafone RED exclusive plans have capped unlimited calls. The calls in the plan are capped at 250 minutes per day and 1,000 minutes per week. The new plan also includes Vodafone RED Shield. It is a device insurance. It offers clams to protect your smartphone from accidental damage and offer theft insurance.

How to avail Vodafone's new Plan?

Customers who are switching to the new Vodafone RED Rs 399 plan can easily do so. They will have to just 199 from their mobile phone. However, after the completion of six billing cycles, the customer will be charged Rs. 499. This is an increase of Rs 100 from the Rs 399 price. The official Vodafone site is yet to be updated with the new plan. However, the new Rs 399 plan is currently not available in all the cities. If you live in Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand, Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh, you can't avail this plan.

Also Read: HTC U11+ with 18:9 Display launched in India: Price, Specifications and Availability

The company launched the RED Basic plan last year in November. It was available for its postpaid subscribers at Rs 399. The old plan has primary benefits, including unlimited local and STD calls, free incoming on national roaming, 10GB data, and data roll over.

The new Vodafone RED plan offer gives the company a better positioning. With companies like Jio giving its customers get 30GB of 4G data at 1GB per day with the Rs 309 postpaid plan. Airtel, on the other hand, offers 20GB data per 30-day billing cycle. The airtel plan also costs Rs 399 per month and is called myInfinity postpaid plan.

OnePlus Founder Carl Pei says OnePlus X2 does not exist

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Lalit Wadhwa
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Chinese smartphone manufacturer OnePlus was recently surrounded by rumours to release an updated version of the OnePlus X. The company launched the OnePlus X long time ago and it never picked up. The new version dubbed the OnePlus X2 will be an upgrade to the device. However, Carl Pei, OnePlus CEO and Founder have put an end to all these rumours. Carl Pei took to Twitter to make it clear. He clearly denied any rumours of the company launching the second-generation OnePlus X. In other words, the company denied any rumours of refreshing the X lineup.

OnePlus 5

How the OnePlus X2 rumour started?

It all started when TechPP reported that OnePlus is working on refreshing the OnePlus X lineup. According to the report, the OnePlus X2 would be released alongside the OnePlus 6. The OnePlus X2 along with the OnePlus 6 is likely to launch in June this year. As the original OnePlus X was a mid-segment device, the new OnePlus X2 will also be a  mid-segment device. It is speculated to be available at a price of Rs 15,000 and Rs 17,000 in India if it ever launches.

The OnePlus X2 according to the rumours would be a 5.5-inch 16:9 display device. It will be powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. It will come in either 32 or 64GB storage. For the optics, it will sport a 16MP rear camera and an 8MP front-facing snapper with Face Unlock. All of this will be powered by a 3000mAh battery. However, Carl Pei has denied all such rumours.

OnePlus X2 actually in the work?

This is not the first time we have seen rumours of OnePlus making plans to launch the OnePlus X2 in the market. However, back in 2016, Pete Leu told Engadget in an interview that the company has no plans for the follow-up model to the OnePlus X. This is due to the fact that the company faced a lot of criticism due to the OnePlus X

The original OnePlus X sports a 5.5-inch Full HD display along Snapdragon 801 processor. It has 3GB RAM and a premium metal and glass body. The phone was priced at Rs 16,999.

Also Read: Infinix Hot S3 with Full View display launched in India: Price, Specifications and Availability

At the moment, the company is fully focusing the OnePlus 5T. It is the present company's flagship. In Q4 2017, the OnePlus 5T according to the reports was the second most popular premium smartphone. The high-end phone segment in India grew to 28 percent in the last year. OnePlus 5T price in India starts at Rs 32,999.

Infinix Hot S3 with Full View display launched in India: Price, Specifications and Availability

By
Devesh Arora
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Infinix Mobiles, a Hong-Kong based smartphone manufacturer, has launched a new smartphone in India. The Infinix Hot S3 is the first smartphone from the company to offer a Full View 18:9 display. The highlights of the smartphone include the 20-megapixel selfie shooter up front.

Specifications

In terms of specifications, the Infinix Hot S3 sports a 5.65-inch IPS LCD display. The display comes with Full HD+ resolution and an 18:9 aspect ratio resulting in 81 percent screen to body ratio. The Hot S3 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 SoC clocked at 1.4 GHz. The device is launched in two variants, one with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage and the other with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Storage on both the variants is expandable up to 128GB using a microSD card. The Hot S3 runs on XOS Hummingbird 3.0 UI based on Android 8.0 Oreo. Under the hood, there is a 4,000mAh battery powering up the device.

Infinix Hot S3

Also Read: Apple increases the price of all the iPhone in India except one, Here is what they cost now

On the optics front, the Infinix Hot S3 sports a 13-megapixel camera at the back with dual LED flash. Up front, there is a 20-megapixel selfie camera with LED flash. The front camera also comes with features like wide-angle selfies, Beauty mode and the popular Bokeh mode.

Price and Availability

The Infinix Hot S3 is priced at Rs. 8,999 for the base variant. The 4GB + 64GB variant of the smartphone retails for Rs. 10,999. The smartphone will be exclusively available via Flipkart. Infinix Hot S3 will go on sale for the first time on February 12 at 12 noon.

HTC U11+ with 18:9 Display launched in India: Price, Specifications and Availability

By
Devesh Arora
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Bezel-less displays become a trend in 2017 where most smartphone companies launched phones with 18:9 display. Though HTC is late in the game, the company has finally launched the HTC U11+ in India. The HTC U11+ is a larger variant of the flagship U11 and sports an 18:9 display. The smartphone was initially introduced in Europe and now has finally made its way to Indian markets.

Specifications

As far as the specifications are concerned, the HTC U11 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC. The smartphone features a 6-inch Super LCD display. The display comes with a resolution of 1440x2880 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio. The device packs in 4GB or 6GB of RAM with either 64GB or 128GB onboard storage. However, the 6GB + 128GB variant might be the only variant to make its way to India. Under the hood, there is a 3,930mAh battery with QuickCharge 3.0 support. The smartphone runs on Android 8.0 Oreo with HTC's skin layered on top of it out of the box.

HTC U11+

Also Read: HTC U11 now available at a discount of Rs. 5,991: Here are the details

In the camera department, the HTC U11+ features a 12-megapixel UltraPixel camera at the back. The rear camera comes with autofocus, OIS, BSI sensor, f/1.7 aperture and dual LED flash. Up front, there is an 8-megapixel selfie shooter. The front camera comes with BSI sensor and f/2.0 aperture.

The HTC U11+ is also IP68 rated which makes it dust and water resistance. The smartphone comes with a fingerprint scanner at the back and uses USB Type-C for charging.

Price and Availability

HTC has launched the U11+ in India for Rs. 56,990. The smartphone will be available for purchase starting February 7 via the e-commerce website Flipkart.

Nokia 7 Plus could be unveiled at the MWC 2018: Design, Specifications and Features

By
Devesh Arora
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HMD Global made the comeback possible for Nokia to the smartphone industry. The company recently started introducing Android smartphones in the market. Nokia is now working on expanding its portfolio in order to keep up with the competition. The company recently unveiled the Nokia 7 and the company is now supposedly working on a Plus variant of the same.

Nokia might take the advantage of the upcoming MWC 2018 event to unveil the Nokia 7 Plus. At the event, the company might also unveil the much awaited Nokia 1 and Nokia 9. Coming back to the Nokia 7 Plus, recent reports have revealed some of the key features of the smartphone. Specifications and design of the upcoming smartphone have also been leaked.

Nokia 7 Plus renders
Source: ithome

Specifications

Reports by NokiaPowerUser and ithome have contributed to give some useful information about the smartphone. According to the reports, the Nokia 7 Plus will sport a 6-inch IPS LCD display with 18:9 aspect ratio. The display will come with Corning Gorilla Glass protection. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset will sit at the heart of the Nokia 7 Plus. The device will pack in 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. Storage will be expandable using a microSD card. The Nokia 7 Plus will run on Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.

Also Read: Nokia 1 spotted in the US FCC listing, Here’s the design and specifications

As for the optics, the Nokia 7 Plus is said to come with a dual camera setup at the back. There will be a 12-megapixel and a 13-megapixel rear camera setup with Carl Zeiss lenses. Up front, there will be a 16-megapixel selfie snapper. The smartphone will also feature a USB Type-C port with quick charging support.

Xiaomi launched WhatsApp based service for its users in India, Here is what you need to know

By
Lalit Wadhwa
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Chinese smartphone manufacturer, Xiaomi is now one of the most popular smartphone manufacturers in India. While a move to increase their presence in the country even more and facilitate their customers, the company announced a few move. The company has announced a WhatsApp based Xiaomi Mi Bunny subscription service.

Xiaomi Mi Mix

The new service by the company offers instant updates to users. These updates inform users about latest Xiaomi news, new product launches along with product deals, sale reminders, notifications about MIUI weekly updates, and reminders about Mi Fan meetups. All of these happen via messages of the popular messaging platform WhatsApp. Users can also use the Mi Bunny subscription to raise warranty related information. The Chinese company is taking a huge benefit of the WhatsApp Business platform. The WhatsApp Bussiness Platform debuted globally last year.

How to use Xiaomi's new Mi Bunny Service

Users can start interacting with Xiaomi Mi Bunny by sending a simple message. Users need to send "Xiaomi" to +91-7760944500 along with their name and city via WhatsApp. This will subscribe you to the service. The company will send you a welcome message to confirm your subscription. If you want to raise warranty related requests, you need to send "Support". This message will be sent to the same number. Then the company will provide you with the on-screen instructions you need to follow.

Xiaomi Mi Bunny WhatsApp

The Xiaomi Mi Bunny service is currently in beta testing. This means the service will be limited and also the functionality also. Although the company has plans to add more functionalities over time, it is still a long time to come. The company also mentioned in its Mi forums that your details won't be available to third-party services.

Also Read: Xiaomi Redmi 5 India Launch set for February 14: Here’s what to expect from the event

Earlier this month, the company announced a partnership with Smartbox. This partnership will offer order deliveries through automated parcel terminal. These automated parcel terminal centers are located across the country. However, this service is available to orders via the Mi Store app (v2.10.1 and above) and Mi.com website.

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