There’s good news for OnePlus fans out there. OnePlus is offering a limited stock of the OnePlus Power Bank starting today exclusively on Amazon India. The Power Bank is being offered at a price of Rs. 1,399.
The OnePlus Power Bank is curved and has a delicately crafted design that feels comfortable in the hand. The current limited stock of the OnePlus Power Bank is available in Sandstone Black. The device requires only 5-6 hours for power bank to charge to full capacity. It also contains 2 USB ports, 5V/2A, allowing fast, simultaneous charging of two devices. You’ll also receive a one-year manufacturing warranty along with the device.
So, if you’ve been eagerly waiting for the OnePlus Power Bank, now is the time to get it before the stock runs out. Head on over to Amazon India and shop away.
We have smartphones that can achieve anything on the go. They’ve freed us from the need to carry around a map, dictionary, camera and basically a full-blown PC. But the thing that has continued to haunt these devices is their battery handicap.
As soon as the battery sign hits the dreaded red colour, its time to cut all operations. And sadly, for most of us this happens midway, through the day. The only upside to this miserable tale is that it has given birth to a whole new industry. Meet the power banks. Nearly all major companies have launched their own portable packs that help our smartphones survive a whole day and more.
Overview
To help you decide which one to pick up, we’re testing the three power banks in the market that are a mix of affordable pricing and consistent performance. The oldest one around, Xiaomi Mi Powerbank is priced at Rs. 999, weighs 250g and provides 10,400mAh of battery. Next in line is the Asus ZenPower which is available for Rs. 1,599, weighs 215g and provides 10,050mAh of power. The fairly recent arrival in India is the OnePlus powerbank which is priced at Rs. 1,399, weighs 222g and comes with 10,000mAh of power.
We pit them against each other in terms of design, size, durability and most importantly, power.
Xiaomi Mi Powerbank
Starting off with the oldest, we tested out the 10,400mAh version for you, though it is available in 5,000 mAh and 16,000 variants as well. When it comes to design, the Mi power bank has a textured anodized aluminum casing that covers the entire battery and has a smooth metallic finish. As with some of the other Xiaomi products, this one also looks like it has followed Apple’s strict visual guidelines.
The credit card-sized devise easily fits in your hand (and your pocket). It is claimed to be water and corrosion resistant. The surface is a bit slippery but that can be easily addressed by using the rubber case provided with it. The LED indicators for battery level especially stand out against the unadorned surface. Though it’s slightly on the heavy side, about 250 grams, but it’s the one which comes with maximum capacity. This factor alone will keep the user from complaining about the extra weight.
The Mi Powerbank turns on automatically when a device is plugged in for charging. To check how much battery is left on the device, all you need to do is press the power button once and the LED indicator displays how much battery remains.
According to our performance tests the battery pack took over 5.5 hrs to charge with 5V/2A plug and standard cable, meanwhile it took 12 hrs with 5V/1A plug and standard cable. Once it was fully charged, it was capable of charging the iPhone 6 Plus (2915mAh battery) three times.
OnePlus Power Bank
The OnePlus Power Bank is available in both Sandstone Black and Silk White with a capacity of 10,000mAh. The company claims that it easily slips into your pocket and can fully charge your OnePlus, thrice. The major advantage of this one over the others is the fact that it comes with two USB ports so that you can charge two devices at once. Unfortunately, the device cannot be charged and plugged into another device at the same time; the two actions need to be done separately.
Design-wise, we checked out the white model and it looks extremely stylish. It resembles a small notebook, and the matte white casing feels good to touch. The fact that it is slimmer than the rest on this list may be appreciated by some but it’s too large to comfortably carry around in your pocket. Since portability is the biggest criterion when picking up a power pack, this point is important to note. This powerbank is wide and tall, so if you’re used to lugging around a backpack or bag then this shouldn’t affect your decision to purchase the OnePlus powerbank. The simplistic design skips out on the power button, however the LED battery indicators can be lit up by shaking the power bank.
According to our performance tests, the device takes 6 hours to charge fully with a 5V/2A plug and a standard cable, meanwhile it took 13 hrs with a 5V/1A plug and a standard cable. After which, it is capable of charging the iPhone 6 Plus (2915mAh battery) thrice.
Asus ZenPower
Design-wise, read the Xiaomi section, because the two are nearly identical. The only exception being that the Asus ZenPower is smaller and lighter. It features the same aluminium finish, rounded corners and hosts only one device at a time. It comes with LED indicators and a power switch, which function in the same fashion as the Xiaomi power bank. It is accompanied by a rubberised cover, which helps protect the device against scratches. Asus gets another brownie point for launching the powerbank in multiple colours – the black colour variant looks especially attractive.
According to our performance tests, the Asus ZenPower takes 4.5 hours to charge fully with a 5V/2A plug and a standard cable, meanwhile it took 12 hrs with a 5V/1A plug and a standard cable. After which, it is capable of charging the iPhone 6 Plus (2915mAh battery) 3-4 times. The ZenPower demonstrates that it has the capacity to fuel devices slightly more than the OnePlus and the Xiaomi charger.
Conclusion
With the three devices, there were zero complaints in terms of functionality and the workings. They all feature LED indicators, are heavily protected and provide your devices battery when they need it the most.
However, having used the three power banks interchangeably over the past few months, we can easily say that we’d pick the Asus ZenPower over the other two. While it may be the most expensive of the three, it is also the lightest one. Since a battery pack is an extra device that you need to carry around – the portability of the device matters the most. The OnePlus one is too wide to carry around easily, and the Xiaomi powerbank feels heavy.
Arguably, if you don’t want to spend the extra Rs. 500 on a battery pack then go for the Xiaomi – it makes for a good second option. The only major advantage the OnePlus carries is the fact that you can charge two devices at once. If you’re used to carrying around multiple handsets, then this one is for you.
Power bank
OnePlus Power Bank
Xiaomi Mi Power Bank
Asus ZenPower
Colour variants
Sandstorm Black or Silk White
Silver or Gold
Black, Blue, Gold, Silver, Pink
Battery type
Lithium-polymer
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Capacity
10,000 mAh
10,400 mAh
10,050 mAh
Charging Time
6 hrs with 5V/2A plug and standard cable, 10 hrs with 5V/1A plug and standard cable
5.5 hrs with 5V/2A plug and standard cable12 hrs with 5V/1A plug and standard cable
4.5 hrs with 5V/2A plug and standard cable, 10 hrs with 5V/1A plug and standard cable
After rumours and teasers about the ‘game-changing’ product from OnePlus, the company’s power bank has finally arrived in India. OnePlus unveiled the same through its Facebook’s OnePlus India account saying, “The most awaited #OnePlus Power Bank is here! Buy it now.” The device is priced at Rs. 1,399.
As mentioned above, the power bank will exclusively be available on Amazon India. The OnePlus portable battery has a massive capacity of 10,000mAh. The device easily slips into your pocket and can fully charge your OnePlus thrice. The time required to charge the accessory is 5.5 hours. It comes with two USB ports so that you can charge two devices at the same time. The colour options available in the OnePlus power bank is Sandstone Black and Silk White.
A few days ago, OnePlus India tweeted from its official Twitter page that teased of a new ‘game-changing’ product. The image within the tweet showed a device with elegantly curved edges. Clearly, it is the power bank that OnePlus had rolled out last year in December. The OnePlus team had also confirmed with us that the device would be arriving in India within the next few days.
But due to undisclosed reasons, the launch has been delayed by a week in India. For now, the device is listed on Amazon but displayed as unavailable. You will need to sign up to get notified when the device is available.
The charger provides a massive power of 10,000mAh, yet one of the cheapest devices available till date. The device easily slips into your pocket and can fully charge your OnePlus thrice. The device comes with two USB ports so that you can charge two devices at the same time. It is priced at Rs 1,399 and is available in Sandstone Black Colour.
You can read about the details of the device from the table below:
OnePlus is hiding a slew of surprises under its hood. The past month, the Chinese equipment maker launched its first drone, the DR-1, which some thought was an April fools’ prank. The technology start-up has once again teased a new product which, as always, they are calling a game changer.
The OnePlus India sent out a teaser on its official Twitter handle:
The tweet exhibits a product that is sleek and holds elegantly curved edges. Clearly, it displays the power bank that OnePlus had rolled out in December last year. Also, we had a word with the OnePlus India team and they confirmed that smart device will be arriving in India within the next few days.
The portable charger provides 10,000mAh of power and is one of the cheapest ones available till date. The external battery can easily slip in your pocket and can charge your smartphone more than 5 times on a single charge. The price and release date for India has not been disclosed yet. However its launch price was a mere $ 14.99 (Rs. 952 approx)
Here are detailed specifications of the OnePlus power bank:
OnePlus Powerbank, one of the most powerful devices by the company, was introduced in December last year. With a price tag of $14.99 (approx Rs. 950), the device delivers a massive power with 10,000 mAh. Enough to charge a OnePlus handset three times in a row.
Unfortunately the release date of 17th March (i.e. yesterday) was meant for US customers only. For potential buyers in Europe and India, the wait has been extended indefinitely.
OnePlus’ Compact and Powerful Power Bank
According to the company, the logistics are being ironed out for smooth processing. Due to the fact the OnePlus power banks are pure batteries (and not connected to any other product); they require special shipping requirements. Due to the safety concerns posed by the power banks in large numbers, the IATA (International Air Transport Association) have tightened the rules and regulations concerning the same and airlines enforcing these regulations more strictly.
Also keeping in mind the fact that administering battery certification is time-consuming. Different countries have different requirements and regulations. OnePlus’ hope of finalizing the certifications did not go as quickly as they had previously assumed.
From the above facts, the OnePlus Power bank may not be seen in the Indian market soon, but its clear that the company is working to get them here as soon as possible. Although we have a feeling, the fuel banks may be worth the wait.
Smartphones have become our primary source to instantly connect to the world around. To walk with the pace of the world, smartphones need to keep working; here’s where the dependant power banks come into the picture.
There are many power banks in the market that promise to charge the devices instantly while on the go. The top amongst them is Xiaomi’s 10,400mAh Mi power bank, which is the most powerful of all and is affordably priced. Unfortunately the Mi power has not been available for a while now. In a recent event, top officials of the company commented that it may take a while for the device to be back in stock. OnePlus is also geared to launch its power bank with 10,000mAh capacity, but the company is not releasing the same in India anytime soon.
So meanwhile, we decided to compile a list of powerful power banks that are worth your money. One can choose any from the below-provided list:
Sony PB574SJG
The power bank from Sony comes in elegant gold colour option. It has a battery capacity of 10,000mAh and can restock a regular battery of 2500mAh four times on a single charge. Every unit of Sony PB574SJG power bank has two ports: Micro-B USB, Mini USB. The device is priced at Rs. 1,449.
Samsung 9,000mAh
The battery support by Samsung is little less than others in the list at 9,000mAh, but can power the device more than twice once the source is fully charged. The Li-Ion Battery comes in black colour and houses one USB port. The power backup is priced at Rs. 1,000.
Lenovo 10,400mAh
The Lenovo’s external battery support is mammoth at 10,400mAh. Weighing at a mere 340 g, the battery is efficient in power conservation and features electricity-saving function. The portable machine has an LED power indicator, along with dual USB output. Every unit of Lenovo GXV0F78691 costs Rs 1,777.
Intex 10000 mAh
Intex’s power bank is another robust gadget designed to charge not only mobiles, but also Sony Cyber-shot cameras. The Li-Ion Battery comprises of two ports, Micro-B USB and Mini USB. The battery support is small and fits in hand perfectly. The ultra-portable gadget slip into the pocket and is extremely light. It comes in two colours, white and blue, and costs Rs. 1,199.
PNY 10400mAH Power Bank
One of the top contenders in power bank arena presently is PNY. The device has a potential of storing 10,400mAh and it can be grabbed at just Rs. 999. The device has 4-lights of LED power indicator, which displays the battery level status. However it only allows a single USB, so two devices cannot be simultaneously charged.
Last year in December, OnePlus stepped into the portable charger segment and introduced the world its first-ever Power bank. Today, the company will launch the robust device with battery capacity of 10,000mAh. The official Google+ page of OnePlus reads, “Starting March 17. Are you ready to charge?”
The product can be launched today and is expected to be priced a little lesser than $15 (approximately Rs. 900). With a mammoth capacity of 10,000mAh, the upcoming OnePlus power bank can charge the 3100mAh battery of One device three times on a single charge. The powerful bank is ready for retail.
The overall look of the One Power bank is premium. The company has opted for smooth and rounded edges that give the compact charger a smooth finish. The battery weighs 220 grams and holds 16.2 mm thickness. The unit comes in two colours, Sandstone Black and Silver White. The company claims that the device takes 5.5 hours to charge completely.
OnePlus has launched many gadgets till date and the reason the company enjoys a vast user base is the affordable pricing. At $15, the One power bank can give tough competition to Xiaomi’s 10,400mAh power bank. A minor 400mAh difference will not attract the OnePlus fan base to Xiaomi as the One mobile battery has two USB ports instead of one. One can charge two devices at a time. Also, Xiaomi’s Mi Power Bank has been out of stock for quite some time on Flipkart. It’s the perfect time for OnePlus to jump in the game.
According to PhoneArena, OnePlus Power Bank will ship in the US on March 17. There is no word about its availability in India so far.
The wait is finally over! The device teased by OnePlus is finally revealed. OnePlus launches the OnePlus Power Bank available soon for a mere $ 14.99 in both Sandstone Black and Silk White.
The OnePlus Power Bank supplies 10,000 mAh of power, enough to provide three full charges for your OnePlus One. The device features lithium-polymer technology, which will make the device incredibly light and portable.
The company promises sleek lines, gentle curves with a soft glow LED indicator. Additionally it is said to have safety features preventing overcharging and overheating.
The advertisement logo “We’ve got 10,000” and the four dots on the poster (similar to that of Xiaomi) made it quite evident that the device was going to be a power bank.The Portable Powerhouse from China promises no more sitting next to an electric outlet at the airport ever again!
Earlier today OnePlus was sued by Micromax for infringement of patents; as a result they may face a sales ban in India.
Nothing Techis the latest venture from Carl Pei, Ex co-founder of OnePlus. Nothing’s first product was the Nothing Ear (1), a pair of TWS earbuds with a transparent design. And now, after months of slow reveals and teasers, Nothing has finally launched its first phone. Aptly named the Nothing Phone (1), the phone has been one of the most anticipated launches in recent memory. We at iGyaan take a look at the latest smartphone in the market.
Nothing Phone 1 Design
Nothing founder Carl Peihad promised that its first smartphone will stand apart from its competitors, and it is safe to say they have succeeded. The Nothing Phone (1) comes with a bezel-less display, giving it a uniform width across the screen. The frame is made from completely recycled aluminium.
However, the most striking and talked about aspect of the device is the back, which features a transparent design. The phone “shows off” its internals, something that no other manufacturer has done with their products yet. The back of the Nothing Phone (1) also features a number of LED lights, dubbed the Glyph Interface. The LEDs have unique light patterns depending upon the scenario, for example, the LED lights on the bottom of the phone acts as a charging indicator. There are also preset ringtones that uses the Glyph Interface which lights up the LEDs in a set pattern in sync with the ringtone. Furthermore, users can add their own sounds, which the LEDs automatically sync to.
Nothing Phone 1 Specifications
The Nothing Phone (1) is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G+ chipset while the Adreno 642L handles GPU duties. The device will be launching in three variants, either with 8GB ram and 128 GB internal storage space, 8GB and 256 or with 12 GB and 256 GB. Unfortunately, there’s no expandable storage. On the software side, the device features Android 12 out of the box, with the company’s own Nothing OS 1 UI skin making its debut. Nothing is providing 3 years of OS updates, and a further year of security patches.
The display of the Nothing Phone (1) is a 6.5 inch, 2400 x 1080 flexible OLED unit. The screen features an adaptive refresh rate of 120 Hz and supports HDR10+. Due to the phone’s flexible OLED panel, the screen bends round the sides, giving the screen a uniform width across all corners. The display is a flat unit, unlike some of its competitors. Also unlike some of its rivals, the Nothing Phone (1) comes with a dual-rear camera setup. Both the main shooter (f/1.8) and the ultra-wide(f/2.2) are 50 megapixels. The rear cameras can record videos at 4K/30Fps and features OIS. The Glyph LED lights also act as a fill flash, there is a standard flash LED apart from the Glyph. The front camera is a 16-megapixel unit that can also record videos at 1080p/30fps.
Pricing And Availability
Sales for The Nothing Phone (1) will start at 7 PM IST on 21st July 2022, exclusively on Flipkart in India. It will be available in two colour options, black or white, and three variants to choose from, 8GB/128GB (INR 32,999), 8GB/256GB (INR 35,999), and the 12GB/256GB (INR 38,999). The Nothing Phone (1) will be initially available in an invite-only basis. You can go to their official website and register to join the invite list. The registration costs INR 2000, which is non-refundable but will be adjusted when you buy the device. Customers who pre-ordered will get a further discount of INR 1000.
HDFC Bank is providing an Instant discount of Rs 2000 which can be clubbed together with their 3 and 6 months easy EMI option. All other banks are offering 3 months Easy EMI. Since the Nothing Phone (1) is following the current smartphone trend of not proving a charger in the box, you can buy the 45W adapter for INR 2499(INR 1499 for pre-order customers). Pre-order customers can also buy The Nothing Ear (1) TWS earbuds at a discount of INR 1000, bringing the price down to INR 5999.
The Nothing Phone (1) enters a hot contested category in the smartphone business. It will be interesting to see if Carl Pei’s latest hype product disrupts the market as much as the original OnePlus 1. What do you think about Nothing Phone (1)?
Stay tuned for iGyaan’s full review the Nothing Phone (1) in a few days.
The internet and e-commerce sites are filled with boatloads of mobile accessories which range from selfie sticks to tripods to power banks. However, we have scoured the web to find those accessories which are actually useful and you might not even know that they exist.
Neck Smartphone Holder
As the name suggests, this accessory allows the user to hang a smartphone around their neck. It features an extendable mobile holder that can stretch upto 7.5 inch. The legs aka the stand of the accessory are made out of flexible tubing, therefore, the users can adjust them according to their comfort and viewing angle.
Funnily enough, the key purpose of this smartphone holder is to replace human hands which would feel tired when staying steady in a given position for an extended period. Besides being used around the neck, users can also encompass it around their back and consume digital content in a leaned back position.
In additon to the two previously mentioned formats, it can also be used as a dock or a selfie stick.
Wall Mounted Phone Holder
A large majority of people charge their smartphones overnight and chuck it under their pillow which is bad both for the human body and the smartphone. Due to improper heat dissipation, the device may get hot and has a possibility of catching flames which clearly is hazardous.
Besides, reports have proven that keeping a mobile as less as 10 cm away from the body can eliminate 98% of the radiation emitted by them. Therefore, the next product on the list, which is a wall-mounted phone holder is a really good option that one must consider.
In addition, it also has a cable management system with whose help the user can hide the extra cable. This allows maintaining a tidy and nice aesthetic in a living or workspace. An alternative to this is the ‘flybase’ that hangs on the charger and allows a smartphone to rest on its lap while charging. However, this is ideal for situation when the charging cable is not long enough to reach the ground or a flat surface.
Waterproof Pouch For Mobile
The next accessory in the list is the waterproof mobile pouch. It is made out of leather and has a see-through TPU layer on the front and back. The top of the pouch has a triple seal which ensures water cannot come in contact with the smartphone that is placed inside.
Due to this feature, it can also be used for underwater photography. However, we recommend checking seals on the unit you receive before submerging your smartphone entirely underwater. Besides it also has a built-in lanyard which allows for easily carrying the smartphone while you are enjoying your beach holiday.
Although there are several choices online that start for as cheap as Rs 100, we suggest buying a quality product whether the one listed below or any other.
Mobile Cleaning Kit
Smartphones have become an integral part of a modern man’s life and they accompany us wherever we go. Throughout our day we come across several surfaces, out of which, many have a possibility of being contaminated with microbes or pathogens which are invisible to the human eye. Consequently, we can easily pass on these unicellular organisms to our smartphones as well.
Besides, smartphones have a high possibility of catching dust and lint from the pocket which can accumulate in grooves or slits like the earpiece grill or the charging port. After we take a bath or wash our hands we are able to get rid of most of the dirt or unicellular organisms but that never happens with our mobile phones.
The next product on the list is an anti-microbial cleaning gel kit. Not only does it remove any surface dirt, but it can also kill the microbes from the surface of a mobile phone which can spread communicable diseases.
Travel Organiser Bag
If you are somebody like us who owns a lot of gadgets and their accompanying accessories. This organiser bag can be a nifty addition to your setup. It has several zip secured pouches which can be used to store different miscellaneous items that can range from a sim ejector pin to chargers and whatnot.
It also has a dedicated section with elastic straps which can be used to neatly store different cords and cables. For easily carrying it around, the whole pouch wraps into a compact form factor which can be secured with a push buckle.
Hi-Speed USB C Pendrive
Although there are plenty of applications available for mobile devices that allow to wirelessly transfer or share data, they might not be the best option for moving large size files. A USB C Pendrive could prove beneficial if you often transfer files larger than 5 GB like us too and from your smartphone.
Besides sharing data from mobile to mobile, it can also be used to transfer data from smartphone to computer as it also has a conventional USB A port. Although the company claims a transfer speed of 150 Mbps, users can get speeds of upto 50 Mbps which is much faster than wireless sharing.
Also, mobile devices like the iPad Pro and OnePlus smartphones, don’t support memory expandability via a microSD card, the Dual USB Drive 3.0 could be used to boost the internal memory. Interested users can buy Pendrive of upto 256 GB which will be more than sufficient for most scenarios.
Amazon is back with the Fab Phone Fest sale of the year 2019 which will be held between 11 and 13 April. Top smartphones from companies including OnePlus, Xiaomi, Realme, Samsung and many more will be available at huge discounts. Here is a list of all the top smartphones that will be available at discounts during the Amazon Fab Phone Fest Sale.
Xiaomi Smartphones
Mi A2
To recollect, the Mi A2 has a 5.99-inch display with a resolution of 2160 x 1080 px. The smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 660 Octa-core SoC. It is powered by a 3010mAh battery which supports fast charging. As mentioned before, the Mi A2 is Android One certified which implies that it has a clean, stock UI atop Android 9 Pie. For optics, there is a dual rear camera setup comprising of a 12MP and a 20MP sensor. The front facing camera is a 20MP sensor.
Regular price: Rs. 11,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 11,999/- (Additional Rs. 2,000 off on exchange)
Redmi 6 Pro
The eldest sibling of Redmi 6 Series, the Redmi 6 has pro has a 5.84-inch notch LCD display with 432 ppi pixel density. It has a huge 4,000 mAh battery and runs on the Octa-Core Snapdragon 625. The device has 12 MP + 5 MP dual rear cameras and a 5 MP front-facing camera. The Redmi Note 6 is available in two storage variants: 3/4 GB of RAM paired with 32/64 GB of inbuilt storage which is expandable up to 256 GB via a microSD card.
Regular price: Rs. 8,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 7,999/-
Redmi Y2
The Redmi Y2 is the successor to the Redmi Y1 and features a 5.99-inch display with HD+ resolution. It runs on the Snapdragon 625 Octa-core chipset and is powered by a 3080mAh battery. The smartphone runs on Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. In terms of optics, there is a dual 12MP + 5MP camera set up at the back while a 16MP sensor is responsible for selfies.
Regular price: Rs. 8,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 7,999/-
Redmi 6A
Xiaomi’s affordable offering, the Redmi 6A has a 5.45 inch LCD display with a 295 ppi pixel density. It runs on the Quad-Core Mediatek Helio A22 chipset and is powered by a 3,000 mAh battery. The phone has a 13 MP, f/2.2 aperture equipped rear camera and a 5 MP front camera. The device is available two variants: 2/3 GB of RAM paired with 16/32 GB ROM which is expandable up to 256 GB via a microSD card.
Regular price: Rs. 5,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 5,499/- (additional Rs. 500 off on HDFC Bank Cards)
OnePlus 6T
OnePlus launched the OnePlus 6T late last in India. It has a 6.4 inch AMOLED display with 492 ppi pixel density. It runs on the Octa-Core Snapdragon 845 chipset and is powered by a 3,700 mAh battery with dash charge support. The phone has 20 MP + 16 MP dual rear cameras and a 16 MP selfie camera. The device has two variants 6 GB/8 GB of RAM paired with 128 GB/256 GB of ROM.
Regular price: Rs. 37,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 34,999/- (Additional Rs. 1,500 discount on HDFC cards)
Huawei/Honor Smartphones
Honor View20
The flagship smartphone from the company, Honor View20 is its first device to sport a hole-punch display. It has a 6.4 inch IPS LCD display with a FullHD+ resolution. It runs on the flagship grade Kirin 980 SoC coupled with either 6GB or 8GB of RAM and an internal storage option of 128GB and 256GB. Optics in the smartphone include a 48MP Sony IMX586 sensor and a Time of Flight (ToF) sensor at the back and a 25MP selfie camera. It is powered by a 4000mAh battery.
Regular price: Rs. 37,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 37,999/- (No Cost EMI starting INR 4,222 per month + INR 3,000 extra off on exchange/-)
Honor Play
One of the fastest smartphones in the price range, Honor Play is powered with Huawei’s last year’s flagship Kirin 970, AI processor and GPU Turbo enabling great speed and efficiency. It boasts of dual primary cameras of 16MP + 2MP with AI scene recognition and 16MP AI selfie. Up to 6GB of RAM will ensure phone runs smoothly, even the most memory intensive applications show no signs of lag. 64GB of internal storage will be open for expansion up to 256GB via a microSD card. The phone comes with large 3750 mAh battery to support its 6.3-inch FHD+ screen with IPS LCD display having a resolution of 1080 x 2340 at 409 PPI.
MRP: Rs. 19,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 13,999/-
Honor 8X
Honor recently launched the mid-range Honor 8X smartphone in India. It has a 6.5 inch IPS LCD display with 396 ppi pixel density. It runs on the Octa-Core Hisilicon Kirin 710 chipset and is powered by a 3,750 mAh battery. The phone has 20 MP + 2 MP dual rear cameras and a 16 MP selfie camera. The device has 4 GB of RAM paired with 64 GB of ROM which is expandable up to 256 GB via a microSD card.
MRP: Rs. 17,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 12,999/-
Huawei Y9
The Huawei Y9 is a budget offering from the Chinese smartphone OEM. It has a 6.5-inch LCD display with FullHD+ resolution. It runs on the Octa-Core Hisilicon Kirin 710 chipset and is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. The phone has 16 MP + 2 MP dual rear cameras and a 13 MP + 2 MP selfie camera setup. The device has 4 GB of RAM paired with 64 GB of ROM which is expandable up to 256 GB via a microSD card.
Regular price: Rs. 15,990/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 14,990/- (Additional No Cost EMI Staring Rs. 4,996 per month)
iPhone X
Apple’s last year flagship, the iPhone X has a 5.8 inch Super AMOLED display with 458 ppi pixel density. It runs on the Hexa-Core 2.39 GHz Apple A11 Bionic chipset and is powered by a 2,716 mAh battery. The phone has 12 MP + 12 MP dual rear cameras and a 7 MP front camera.
Regular Price: Rs. 91,900/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs 73,999/- (Additional No Cost EMI Starting Rs. 8,222 per month)
Samsung Smartphones
Galaxy S9
The last year’s flagship smartphones from Samsung have also been discounted on the Amazon Fab Phone Fest 2019. To recall, the Galaxy S9 has a 5.8 inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2960 x 1440 px. It runs on the Exynos 9810 SoC coupled with 4GB of RAM and internal storage up to 256GB. The smartphone has a 12MP dual aperture rear camera and an 8MP front-facing camera. It is powered by a 3000 mAh battery.
Regular price: Rs. 62,500/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs 49,990/- (Additional Rs. 9000/- off on exchange)
Galaxy M10
The Galaxy M10 is the most affordable entrant in the new Galaxy-M lineup of smartphones by the company. It has a 6.22 inch TFT display with an HD+ resolution. The smartphone runs on the Exynos 7870 SoC which is coupled with 2/3GB of RAM and 16GB/32GB of internal storage options. In terms of optics, the device has a 13MP + 5MP dual rear camera setup and the front-facing camera is a 5MP sensor. It is powered by a 3400 mAh battery.
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs 7,990/- (No Cost EMI starting Rs. 1,331 per month)
Galaxy M20
The Galaxy M20 is a budget smartphone in the new Galaxy-M lineup of devices by the company. It has a 6.3 inch TFT display with an FHD+ resolution. The smartphone runs on the Exynos 7904 SoC which is coupled with 3/4GB of RAM and 32GB/64GB of internal storage options. In terms of optics, the device has a 13MP + 5MP dual rear camera setup and the front-facing camera is an 8MP sensor. It is powered by a 5000 mAh battery.
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs 10,990/- (No Cost EMI starting Rs. 1,831 per month)
Vivo/Oppo/Realme Smartphones
Realme U1
The selfie focussed smartphone from the company, the Realme U1 is available at a discounted price in the Amazon Fab Phone Fest 2019. The device sports a 6.3 inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of FHD+. It runs on the MediaTek Helio P70 SoC and is coupled with 3/4GB of RAM and internal storage of 32GB/64GB. In terms of optics, the smartphone has a dual 13 MP + 2 MP rear camera setup and a 25MP front-facing camera. It is powered by a 3500 mAh battery.
Regular price: Rs. 9,999/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 8,999 (Additional No Cost EMI starting INR 1,500 per month including INR 1000 Instant Discount on all bank credit cards and debit cards)
Oppo F9 Pro
The Oppo F9 Pro was launched last year, featuring a striking gradient back and a teardrop notch on the front. It has a 6.3-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of FHD+. The device runs on the MediaTek Helio P60 SoC combined with 4/6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. In terms of optics, there is a 16 MP + 2 MP dual rear camera setup and a 25MP sensor for selfies. It is powered by a 3500 mAh battery.
Regular MRP: Rs. 25,990
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 17,990 (Additional No Cost EMI starting INR 2,221 per month + INR 2,500 extra off on exchange)
Oppo F11 Pro
The latest smartphone from the company, the Oppo F11 Pro has a pop-up selfie camera to provide it with a high screen to body ratio display. The device has a 6.53-inch IPS LCD display with an FHD+ resolution. It runs on the MediaTek Helio P70 SoC and is coupled with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. In terms of optics, there is a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 48 MP + 5 MP sensors and a 16 MP front-facing camera. The device is powered by a 4000 mAh battery.
Regular price: Rs. 24,990/-
Amazon Fab Phone Fest price: Rs. 24,990/- (Additional No Cost EMI starting INR 2,083 per month + INR 2,500 extra off on exchange)
Gone are the days when charging a smartphone took hours. Chargers have evolved so much so that they can now fully charge a phone in under 60 minutes. A lot of companies including OnePlus, Moto, Apple have developed their fast charging solutions which are fast but are no match to Huawei’s SuperCharge 40. As the name suggests the SuperCharge 40 can charge a compatible device with 40 watts of power. A latest leak claims that Huawei will soon launch a Power Bank which supports the high-speed SuperCharge 40.
The Leak
We received a leak from supplychain that Huawei is releasing a 40W SuperCharge Protocol(SCP) 10000mAh powerbank. It's able to charge Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Honor Magic 2 at maximum power of 40W and also backward comptaible with 22.5W SCP fast charging of other Huawei phones.
The details about the upcoming Huawei power bank was leaked by a user ChargerLabon Twitter. According to the tweet, the Huawei power bank will have a battery capacity of 10,000 mAh and it will support the SuperCharge 40 technology. The power bank can charge the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and Honor Magic 2 with a maximum power of 40 watts. Additionally, the power bank is backward compatible and it can charge older Huawei devices with 22.5 Watts of power.
The Huawei power bank is believed to have a 10,000 mAh battery which can charge compatible phones several times. The Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a 4200 mAh battery. Which can be charged up to two times via the power bank. The only other SuperCharge 40 compatible smartphone, the Honor Magic 2 which has 3,500 mAh battery can be fully charged up to three times.
The leak does not provide any information about when Huawei will launch the SuperCharge 40 compatible power bank. But, the company is expected to showcase the technology where they can turn the maximum number of heads. Therefore, it is possible that Huawei launches it during the MWC which is scheduled for 25-28 February 2019.
The OnePlus 6T, as a revision, is one of the most anticipated phones to be launched this year. The phone is the successor to the OnePlus 6 which has proven to be a tough competition for even flagship devices. The update is in the typical OnePlus fashion, but this time around, it features a lot of changes.
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Inside The Box
USB Type-C to 3.5 mm Adapter
Translucent Phone Case
Fast Charging Adapter and Type-C Cable
SIM Tray Ejector
Quick Start Guide
Safety Information
What Has Changed
In terms of look and feel, the OnePlus 6T is slightly different. The phone weighs a tad bit more than the OnePlus 6 and is also a bit thicker. However, when you hold and use it, it has the same feeling with its glass finish and good build quality. The 6T has a larger, 6.41 inch display, making it a bit taller than the OnePlus 6. The display sports a much smaller water-drop notch which houses the 3-in-1 ambient, distance/RGB sensor and front-facing camera.
The fingerprint sensor on the phone is now present under the display, which is one of the biggest changes brought around by the 6T. Using the sensor present on the display takes some time to get used to, but it is very responsive. One must make sure to use the entire thumb while setting up the fingerprint sensor. If you use just the tip of your thumb, the sensor might not be able to read your thumb when you use it. Although we need more time to test the fingerprint sensor completely, we are sure of the fact that it is better than other in-display sensors we have tested before. You can also continue to hold the area of the fingerprint sensor to access a quick access app drawer which is customisable, to get to your favourite apps.
Another big change is the lack of the 3.5 mm headphone jack. The fact that most of the companies are doing the same, and now that OnePlus has also adopted it, might hint at the fact that the headphone jack will be obsolete in some time. Another physical change is the ability to long press the power button to launch the Google Assistant. Which is similar to activating Siri on the iPhone.
The phone has a new Smart Boost feature which improves the app cold start speed by 5 to 20 percent. Its does so by storing the data from frequently used apps in the phones RAM. Currently, the device applies it to gaming apps but the feature reach other apps with future updates.
Under The Hood
The internals on the OnePlus 6T are the same as the OnePlus 6. It runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC with the Adreno 630 GPU. The device has 6 GB and 8 GB RAM variants. There is a slight change in terms of internal storage with the OnePlus 6T having a 128 GB base model and another 256 GB variant. Under the hood, the OnePlus 6T packs a bigger, 3,700 mAh battery.
The OnePlus 6T has the same 16 MP + 20 MP f/1.7 dual camera setup as the OnePlus 6. The front camera is also, the same 16 MP f/2.0 sensor as before. However, the company has made software improvements which it claims have improved camera performance. The device has a new Nightscape mode which claims to offer better images in low light conditions without losing sharpness and improving the image output. The device also offers overall improvements in terms of image quality and dynamic range.
Overall, when compared to the OnePlus 6, the one can’t really see a big difference in terms of performance.
Price & Availability In India
The OnePlus 6T has been launched at a starting price of $ 549, globally. The Indian launch of the device is set for the 30th of October. The 6 GB + 128 GB variant costs Rs 36,999 in India. The OnePlus 6T ships bundled with the OnePlus Type-C Bullets for free. Additionally, you can avail Rs 1000 cash back on Citi Bank cards and a Rs 2000 discount on ICICI cards.
The OnePlus 6T is the latest flagship offering from OnePlus. It has been launched at an event held by the company in New York and is the successor to the OnePlus 6. The phone is just an alphabet update and not a number update by OnePlus. This usually entails a few changes and upgrades here and there but nothing major. However, OnePlus has gone ahead and made sure that the 6T stands apart from its predecessor.
Larger Display, Smaller Notch
The OnePlus 6T sports a 6.41 inch AMOLED display with a water drop notch. The display has a 2340 x 1080 px resolution and a 402 ppi pixel density. The display is not only bigger, but is also a bit better. It has an 86% screen-to-body ratio, compared to the 83% on the OnePlus 6. The colour reproduction on the display seems to be more accurate and realistic. The water drop notch also offers more screen real estate on the device and looks much better as well. The Display is also protected by Gorilla Glass 6.
Fingerprint, On The Inside
The trend of a physical fingerprint sensors is getting a ‘bit out of touch’ as more and more manufacturers are doing away with it. The OnePlus 6T has an in-display fingerprint sensor which is a first for the company. This is the fourth generation of in-display fingerprint sensors and the best, according to the company. The sensor is very responsive, especially when compared to other in-display fingerprint setups.
The fingerprint sensor also lights up in a bright green colour which is powered by the AMOLED display. The green light is projected on to your finger, which helps the sensor to read your fingerprint faster. Do bear in mind to ensure you place the entirety of your finger or thumb while setting up the device. This is important as if you just register the tips, the sensor might not be able to work as efficiently.
Boosted Performance
The OnePlus 6T has a 3,700 mAh battery, larger than the 3,300 mAh battery on the OnePlus 6. Coupled with OnePlus’s proprietary Dash Charging technology, the battery will power you through the day. The 6T also has an improved version of the Oxygen OS, the best till date, according to OnePlus. The OS is based on Android 9 Pie and includes advanced gestures and a feature to activate Google Assistant by long-pressing the power button. Additionally, the smartphone also has a Smart Boost feature which claims to improve the app cold start by around 5-20 %.
Although the hardware is the same, OnePlus has boosted the camera performance of the device with some software changes. The phone now includes sharper images and also a new Nightscape mode. The Nightscape mode increases the amount of light in the image in extremely low-light conditions while ensuring that the sharpness of the image is not lost.
What Else?
OnePlus has done away with the 64 GB version of the phone and now offers a 128 GB base model. The device has also bid adieu to the 3.5 mm headphone jack .
Other than the aforementioned changes, the 6T is pretty much the same as the OnePlus 6. With some major changes and some minor, the Oneplus 6T is sure worthy of being called an update. The device has been launched globally at a starting price of $ 549. The India launch of the OnePlus 6T is set for 30 October. The Indian price of the 6 GB + 128 GB variant is Rs 36,999. The OnePlus 6T ships bundled with the OnePlus Type-C Bullets free. Additionally, you can avail Rs 1000 cash back on Citi Bank cards and a Rs 2000 discount on ICICI cards.
