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Top Budget Dual-Camera Phones You Can Buy Right Now

Dual cameras, a trend that started in 2016 in flagship phones trickled down to budget smartphones in 2017. From the iPhone 7 Plus in 2016 to Lenovo K8 Plus in 2017, the trend of dual-camera smartphones is here to stay and has become a norm for a top-performing budget Android device. In a sea of budget smartphones with identical specifications and price, which dual-camera phone should you buy this holiday season? iGyaan brings you its pick for the best budget dual-camera phones you can buy right now:

Xiaomi Mi A1

One of the best budget phones to be launched in 2017, the Mi A1 combines Xiaomi’s hardware and Google’s stock Android OS in this perfectly priced budget phone.

The smartphone has a 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 px display with Corning Gorilla Glass on top for protection and metal unibody build.

The phone has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, 2.0GHz octa-core processor, 4GB RAM and 64GB of onboard storage which is expandable via microSD card. Handling the graphics under the hood is the Adreno 505 GPU. The pyrolytic graphite sheet will help in heat management as well, Xiaomi claims. The Xiaomi Mi A1 has an IR blaster to control appliances in your home or office. Powering the device is a 3,080 mAh battery and fast charging through the Type C port

The fingerprint sensor sits at the back of the device below the camera. Xiaomi has also included a dedicated headphone amplifier for better music listening experience.

The Mi A1 runs pure Android 7.1.2 Nougat OS and thanks to Android One program, the Mi A1 will get software to Android 8.0 Oreo and Android P as well.

It’s worth noting that despite the stock Android OS, Xiaomi has still introduced a few apps of its own like the Mi Camera app, since Google’s app doesn’t support dual-camera right now. Other apps like the Mi Remote and the Mi Store are also present in the Xiaomi Mi A1.

In terms of optics, the smartphone features a 12MP dual-camera setup with 1.25-micron pixel size. Out of the two cameras at the back, the primary one is equipped with a telephoto lens and the secondary camera has a wide-angle lens. The telephoto lens allows the user to take bokeh effect shots with blurred background and a 2X optical lossless zoom. For landscape shots, Xiaomi has introduced a wide angle lens while on the front is a 5MP camera.

Moto G5s Plus

Successor to one of the best budget camera smartphones the Moto G5 Plus, Moto G5s Plus was launched close to the Xiaomi Mi A1 and carries an identical price tag as well.

The Moto G5S Plus has a 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 px display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on top for protection.

The smartphone has the Qualcomm 625 chipset, an octa-core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz with 4GB RAM and 64GB of onboard storage which can be expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card. The fingerprint sensor is housed inside the home button which sits below the display. The device is powered by a 3,000 mAh battery with included turbo charge capabilities.

The Moto G5S Plus runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat with little customisation done by the manufacturer resulting in stock Android OS experience.

The Moto G5S Plus features rear-mounted 13MP dual-cameras with an f/2.0 aperture. The dual camera captures Bokeh, and selective focus shots, along with other capabilities of background replacement and exposure management. On the front is a wide angle 8MP camera with a single LED flash and a panoramic mode. The rear cameras capture videos in 4K at 30 FPS and the front camera records videos in 1080P at 30 FPS. According to Motorola, additional features such as Night Display and Quick Reply enhance the software experience. The implementation of the dual-camera setup on the Moto G5S Plus is different than that on the Mi A1.

Lenovo K8 Note

The Lenovo K8 Note features a 5.5-inch 1920 x 1080 px display with a pixel density of 441ppi and a Corning Gorilla Glass with oleophobic coating for scratch and smudge resistance.

The K8 Note is also splash resistant due to its P2i coating, although the resistance might decrease with time due to wear and tear of the nano coating. The fingerprint sensor sits at the back of the device under the cameras.

The Lenovo K8 Note is run on a MediaTek MT 6797D Helio X23 a Tri-cluster, 64-bit chipset with a 2.3 GHz high-performing deca-core processor and the Mali T-880 MP4 GPU. The device has either a 3GB or 4GB RAM and 32GB or 64GB onboard storage which is expandable via a microSD card.

The Lenovo K8 Note has a 13M Pure cell sensor mated with a 5MP Samsung BSI sensor dual camera setup and dual LED flash at the back. The phone is capable of depth mode effects along with 1920 x 1080 px Video capture. A 13MP camera with LED flash and an f/2.0 aperture sits on the front of the device above the display. The camera UI will also feature a stock Android layout with no customisation offered by Lenovo apart from the depth mode.

Honor 9i

The Honor 9i has a 5.9-inch 2160 x 1080px display with an 18:9 aspect ratio.

It also has Huawei’s in-house octa-core Kirin 659 chipset, octa-core 2.36 GHz processor, along with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB onboard storage. Powering the device is a 3340 mAh battery which charges via a micro USB port.

The device runs Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box with Huawei’s EMUI 5.1 skin on top

This is the only smartphone on this list which has four cameras. The rear of the phone contains a 16 MP main sensor and a 2 MP secondary sensor, while the front has a 13 MP camera and another 2 MP secondary sensor. A fingerprint sensor is placed at the back of the phone since the phone has thin bezels and no physical button at the front of the phone.

November 28, 2017
Buy Top Xiaomi Products At Half The price During The Gearbest Black Friday Sale

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Xiaomi Mi 6

The Mi 6 has a 5.15 inch 1920 x 1080 px LCD display. Powering the device is a 3350 mAh battery and the phone runs Android 7.1 Nougat with MUI skin on top. Under the hood, the device has Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 and Adreno 540 GPU for graphics. The fingerprint sensor is housed in the home button just below the display. Xiaomi Mi 6 is also splash-resistant, with the SIM tray also sealed against splashes.The Xiaomi Mi 6 does have stereo speakers and is missing a 3.5mm headphone jack, much like the iPhone 7 and it seems to have become a norm these days.

The Mi 6 has a dual camera set up of two 12MP cameras at the back. One of the cameras has a wide-angle lens with 4-axis Optical Image stabilisation with an f/1.8 aperture while the other one is equipped with a telephoto lens with an f/2.6 aperture for 2X lossless zoom and bokeh effect photos. On its front, it has an 8MP camera which records 1080P videos.

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Xiaomi Mi A1 (Android One)

The smartphone has a 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 px LTPS display with Corning Gorilla Glass on top for protection and aluminum unibody build. Powering the device is a 3080 mAh battery and 2A charging through the Type C port. The Mi A1 runs pure Android 7.1.2 Nougat OS.

The phone has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, 8x ARM Cortex A53 2.0GHz 64-bit processor, 4GB RAM and 64GB of onboard storage which is expandable via microSD card. Handling the graphics under the hood is the Adreno 505 GPU. The fingerprint sensor sits at the back of the device below the camera.

The Xiaomi Mi A1 features dual sensors – 12MP with an f/2.2 aperture (26mm) and 12MP with an f/2.6 aperture (50mm) setup with 1.25-micron pixel size. Out of the two cameras at the back, the primary one is equipped with a telephoto lens and the secondary camera has a wide-angle lens. The telephoto lens allows the user to take bokeh effect shots with blurred background and a 2X optical lossless zoom. For landscape shots, Xiaomi has introduced a wide angle lens while on the front is a 5MP camera.

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Xiaomi Mi Max 2

The Xiaomi Mi MAx 2 is priced at Rs 13999 in India. The phablet is retailing at Gearbest right now for US $105 (Rs 6800 approx.) which is almost half the price of its Indian variant.

The Mi Max 2 has a unibody metal design along with a 6.44-inch display. It has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, 4GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of onboard storage. It runs Android 7 Nougat with MIUI 8 on top.

It has a 12MP rear-facing camera and a 5MP front facing camera.

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Xiaomi Mi 5X

The Xiaomi Mi 5X has a 5.5-inch 1920 x 1080 px IPS LCD display. The smartphone is powered by a 3,080 mAh battery with fast charging capabilities through the USB Type C port, although, the included charger does not provide a fast charge.

The Mi 5X has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, 2.0 GHz octa-core processor, 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage which is expandable via microSD card up to 128GB.

The Mi 5X runs Android 7.1.1 based on MiUi 8.5The phone has 12MP dual-cameras with the secondary camera equipped with a telephoto lens for 2X lossless optical zoom. The camera app has a portrait mode very similar to the one on iPhone 7 Plus with features that include a portrait mode, blurring out the background. The dual-cameras are also capable of recording 4K videos at 30 FPS and 720P videos 120 FPS. On the front is a 5MP camera that records 1080P videos at 30 FPS.

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November 24, 2017
Top Accessories For The Apple iPhone X

The iPhone X was launched back in September along with the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. However, it was not until the 3rd of November that users in India received their beloved iPhone X. New features like wireless charging, a bezel-less display and the much talked-about Face ID make the iPhone X one of the most interesting iPhones launched in the recent years.

Let’s check out the top accessories that you can buy to compliment your shiny new Apple iPhone X:

Rhinoshield Screen Protector

With wireless charging, comes an all glass design. The glass used on the iPhone X is the hardest glass Apple has ever used on a smartphone but, if you are clumsy and a case doesn’t cut it for you then the Rhinoshield screen protector is just what you need. You can buy a protector for the back of the phone as well and give your new iPhone X an all-round protection from your clumsy hands.

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Rhinoshield Mod Case

Rhinoshield is known for making really good cases for the iPhones. The new mod case for the iPhone X takes modularity to a whole new level. Not only can you pick and choose different buttons for the case, you can also customise the back rim and the back panel of the case. But, the reason this case makes its case to be on this list is the modularity it offers in terms of photography. You can add four different lenses to your iPhone X and get the perfect shot you’ve been waiting for. You can choose between wide-angle, fish-eye, super wide and macro lenses depending on the kind of photo or video you’re preparing to shoot.

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Anker PowerTouch 10 Wireless Charger

Apple finally introduced wireless charging in its iPhone lineup this year. This means that if you have bought an iPhone X, you will definitely buy a wireless charger as well. Fret not, because the Anker PowerTouch 10 is the ideal wireless charger in India. It has a nice sturdy built and comes in a nice matte black colour. It supports 10V output so when Apple enables fast wireless charging on the iPhone X, you won’t have to look for another one.

SanDisk iXpand

The iPhones have never had expandable storage. There are people still, who own an iPhone with 16GB of onboard storage and continue to live like that. If you had saved up for the iPhone X but, spending over a lakh on a phone was not ideal and you went for the 64GB variant instead, then the SanDisk iXpand is the best tool you can buy. It connects to your iPhone via the lightning port and you can store images, songs, movies and a host of other things in this little expandable storage tool and keep your iPhone X free for those 4K 60fps videos.

MoArmouz Headphone Adapter

It’s been over a year since Apple decided to kill off the headphone jack. If you are still in love with your headphones and would rather choose the dongle life over bluetooth headphones, then this nifty accessory from MoArmouz makes perfect sense for you. The dongle has a sturdy build and doesn’t add much weight to the iPhone making it portable and comfortable. It comes with a small carrying pouch so that you remember to put the dongle back in it and not forget it elsewhere.

NuAns Cable

This nifty little accessory can be your saviour in dire times. It is a small lightning cable that doubles up as a key chain. You can basically take it along with you as a key chain and use it to charge your iPhone X when you find out that you’ve left your charging cable at home.

Mi Power Bank Pro

One of the best power banks in the market, the Mi Power Bank Pro supports quick charging. This means that you can rapidly charge up your iPhone X while on the go. With a capacity of 10000 mAh, you can easily charge your phone more than twice without wanting to charge it again.

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B&O Beoplay H8 Headphones

If you are on the bluetooth side of the spectrum, then you should invest in some of the best bluetooth headphones you can buy. The Beoplay H8 from Bang & Olufsen with active noise cancelation are some of the best bluetooth headphones available in th market. They have a premium built and long hours of music listening should not be an issue with these headphones.

Mujjo Walltet Case

Another case in the list, this one is a simple leather case with one useful feature. It has a card holder at the back for convenience and the built quality of the case is even better than the leather case that Apple makes.

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November 23, 2017
Top Tech on Discount For GearBest 11.11 Annual Sale

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With the west side of the world basking in the glory of ‘Black Friday’ sales, iGyaan brings you the top tech deals that you can avail right now at Gearbest.

Maze Alpha

The Maze Alpha has a design similar to the Doogee Mix, with a huge bottom chin and ultra-thin bezels on the two sides and top of the device. The phone has a 6 inch 1920 x 1080 px display with an 83% screen-to-body ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 4 for protection. The Maze Alpha packs a 4,000 mAh battery and supports Quick Charge through the USB Type C port.

It runs on the MediaTek MT6757CD Helio P25 chipset along but, with 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage which is expandable via microSD card up to 256GB. The back of the device features a 13Mp + 5MP dual-camera setup with Samsung S5K3L8 sensor and an f/2.2 aperture the front has a 5MP camera.

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Robotic Vacuum

If you live away from your family and never get the time to clean your house, then the Robotic Vacuum cleaner is just the piece of tech you need! A full suite of Intelligent Sensors beneath the robot allow this futuristic looking robotic cleaner to work its way around furniture and avoid stairs or other dangerous drop-offs. Thanks to Simultaneous Localization and Mapping ( SLAM ) algorithm, the vacuum cleaner maps out the ideal route to go about cleaning the house after studying the environment. It has a 5200 mAh battery which gives up to 2.5 hours of run time, enough to clean your house once.

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Xiaomi Bluetooth Earbuds

Ideal for people who like living the Bluetooth life as we near the slow death of the headphone jack. These bluetooth earbuds are available right now for about US $20 which is a steal! It has Bluetooth 4.1 and IPX4 sweat resistance so that you can take these with you for a run or to the gym. It has a 280 mA battery which translates to a 7 hour play time.

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Bluboo S8+

Another budget bezel-less offering from Blueboo, the Bluboo S8+ sounds and looks uncannily similar to the more famousS8+, the Samsung Galaxy S8+. At a price of US $159, this phone has a lot to offer without compromising much on the quality. It has a 6 inch display with a 1440 x 720 pc display with minimal bezels at the top and bottom of the phone. Under the hood, the the smartphone has the MediaTek MTK6750T chipset, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. It runs Android 7.0 Nougat and is powered by a 3600 mAh battery.

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Yeelight RGB Light

Smart lights are the new trend and a trend that is pricey. Yeelight RGB light is the budget offering for anyone who is starting to tech out their house or office space. It is available around US $16 which is much cheaper than the likes of Philips Hue. It is controlled via the Mi Home app and connects to other smart devices via WiFi.

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Mi Note 3

The Xiaomi Mi Note 3 has a 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 px IPS LCD display with a pixel density of 403ppi and a 94.4 percent NTSC colour gamut. Under the hood, the Xiaomi Mi Note 3 has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, Adreno 512 GPU, 6GB RAM, and 64GB or 128GB onboard storage options. The smartphone is powered by a 3,500 mAh battery with QuickCharge 3.0 through USB Type C port.

Out of the box, the Xiaomi Mi Note 3 runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Xiaomi’s custom MIUI 8.5 on top. As soon as you boot up the device, you get a software update which brings MIUI 9 with all of its features to the Xiaomi Mi Note 3.

The Mi Note 3 features a dual-camera setup at the back. The primary 12MP camera has a wide angle lens and an f/1.8 aperture and the secondary 12MP camera has a telephoto lens with an f/2.6 aperture. The front facing camera has a 16MP sensor with a 2-micron pixel size. Xiaomi has boasted about the phone’s ‘Adaptable AI Beautify’ feature, which the Chinese smartphone maker claims is a result of over half a year’s R&D.

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Xiaomi Philips Lamp

The strain caused to your eyes while working in a setting where the lighting is either too bright or too dim is something we’ve all experienced. In this era of smart lighting, Xiaomi has come up with a smart lamp in collaboration with Philips and it’s an instant winner. Take good care of your eyes and don’t let this lamp go out of stock!

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Xiaomi Mi 6

The Mi 6 has a 5.15 inch 1920 x 1080 px LCD display. Powering the device is a 3350 mAh battery and the phone runs Android 7.1 Nougat with MUI skin on top. Under the hood, the device has Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 and Adreno 540 GPU for graphics. The fingerprint sensor is housed in the home button just below the display. Xiaomi Mi 6 is also splash-resistant, with the SIM tray also sealed against splashes.The Xiaomi Mi 6 does have stereo speakers and is missing a 3.5mm headphone jack, much like the iPhone 7 and it seems to have become a norm these days.

The Mi 6 has a dual camera set up of two 12MP cameras at the back. One of the cameras has a wide-angle lens with 4-axis Optical Image stabilisation with an f/1.8 aperture while the other one is equipped with a telephoto lens with an f/2.6 aperture for 2X lossless zoom and bokeh effect photos. On its front, it has an 8MP camera which records 1080P videos.

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Xiaomi Smart Socket

Talking about teching out your home or office, this smart socket from Xiaomi is ideal for everyone. It connects to your WiFi and can be controlled via the Mi Home app. You can remotely switch the plug on or off and even set a timer for the plug.

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Bluboo S1

Next in line is the Bluboo S1 with an impressive 90% screen-to-body ratio and costs around $200 (RS 12,800 approx.). It sports a 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 display with Corning Gorilla Glass 4 for protection. Running Android 7.0 and powered by a 3,500mAh battery, the Bluboo S1 packs the MediaTek Helio P25 chipset. The device also has 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage which is expandable via microSD card up to 256GB. For the cameras, it features a 13MP + 3MP dual camera setup at the back and a 5MP front-facing camera which is placed below the display.

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November 22, 2017
Unboxing The Honor 7X
Huawei’s sub-brand Honor has launched the new Honor 7X launched in India. Let’s unbox the new device and see what we get inside:
- Honor 7X
- Documentation
- Sim ejector tool
- Wall charger
- Micro USB cable
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First Impressions

The Honor 7X right from the moment you hold it in your hand gives a solid and sturdy feel. It has an aluminium unibody design with well-rounded edges for a nice snug fit in the hand.

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Specifications

The Honor 7X has a 5.9 inch LTPS IPS LCD display with a 2160 x 1080 px display which translates into an 18:9 aspect ratio.

Under the hood, the Honor 7X has the HiSilicon Kirin 659 chipset, Mali-T830 MP2, 4GB of RAM and three storage options of 32GB, 64GB and 128GB. The onboard storage is expandable up to 256GB via microSD card. The device is powered by a 3340 mAh battery which charges via a micro USB slot. Since the device has thin bezels, the fingerprint sensor is placed at the back of the below the dual-camera setup.

The Honor 7X runs Android 7.0 Nougat with EMUI 6.0 on top which gives a user more options for customising their phones.

You may also like: Why Are New Android Phones Launching With Old Android OS?

The smartphone has a dual camera setup at the back. One of the cameras is equipped with a 16MP senor while the other one is a 2MP depth sensor. The camera setup at the back has PDAF and records 1080P videos at 30fps. On the front is an 8MP camera which also records 1080P videos.

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November 20, 2017
Unboxing The Moto X4
The Moto X4 has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 20,999. After a few launch delays, the phone was launched at an event in Delhi and it was announced that the Moto X4 will be sold online via Flipkart exclusively. Let’s unbox the Moto X4 and see what we get inside:
- Moto X4
- Documentation
- Earphones
- Sim ejector tool
- Wall adapter
- USB Type C Cable
First Impressions

The Moto X4 looks and feels different from the Motorola phones launched in recent years. The device has a glass front and back which gives it a very premium look but, it also means that the phone will attract fingerprints. The dual camera at the back protrudes a little but, it is not that prominent and thanks to the presence of Corning Gorilla Glass, the camera glass won’t get scratched up easily.

Thanks to the curved glass at the back, the phone is extremely comfortable to hold in the hand and is also very grippy unlike phones with a matte finish.

The moment you switch on the Moto X4, you will notice why Motorola phones have been so successful over the years. The company’s commitment to stick with stock Android OS shines on the Moto X4, too as the phone is very responsive and day to day tasks are a breeze. The camera on the Moto X4 is also much improved with some tweaks and new features.

Specifications

The Moto X4 has a 5.2 inch 1920 x 1080 px LTPS IPS LCD display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on top for protection.

The Moto X4 has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, 2.2 GHz octa-core processor and Adreno 508 GPU, along with 3GB or 4GB of RAM and 32GB or 64GB of onboard storage which can be expanded up to 2TB via microSD card. The phone has an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. The fingerprint sensor is housed inside the home button which also doubles up as a single navigation button. The Moto X4 is powered by a 3000 mAh battery with TurboCharge capabilities. The company claims that the 15 mins of charge can give up to 6 hours of talk time.

The Moto X4 is the only smartphone in this price bracket that has an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.

Like every Motorola phone, the Moto X4 runs stock Android 7.1.2 Nougat. Motorola recently announced that the Moto X4 will receive an update to Android 8.0 Oreo by the end of the year.

The new smartphone will also feature Alexa, the Amazon AI voice assistant, when Alexa officially launches in India. This isn’t the first time that Alexa has made its way onto a smartphone, the Huawei Mate 9 was the first smartphone to feature the voice assistant. Since then, we have also seen Alexa make its way to the HTC U11. The 4 in Moto X4 signifies that the new smartphone will be able to share the sound with up to 4 devices, thanks to the presence of Bluetooth 5.0.

The Moto X4 has a dual-camera setup at the back. The main camera is a 12MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture, and the 8MP secondary camera with an f/2.2 aperture is equipped with a wide-angle lens. The dual-cameras allow users to have depth effect shots, bokeh effect shots, ultra-wide angle shots, and selective focus shots. On the front of the device is a 16MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture and an LED flash. The cameras record 4K videos at 30 FPS.

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November 13, 2017
Top Tech Backpacks You Can Buy Right Now

Backpacks have become an integral part of our daily lives. The more we commute on a daily basis, the more we want a solid and effective backpack with us. If you are a techie and like to leave your house with all your gadgets, then these are the top backpacks from different price categories:

Novex Backpack

This gadget backpack looks good, and is ideal for people who like to carry their tech around with them. It has ample space to fit in a 15-inch laptop and little compartments can be used store your other necessities. Thanks to such compartments, the bag remains organised and every little product is visible for easy access.

HP Odyssey

This backpack from HP looks good, has a lot of compartments for little tech accessories and can fit a laptop of up to 15 inches. Available in different colours, the HP Odyssey is ideal for people who like to carry a lot of things with them and if you travel a lot for 2-3 days then it can fit clothes for two days as well.

Gods Ghost

Priced at Rs 2199, this backpack is ideal for people who commute via public transport. The only way to access this backpack is through the backside as it opens on the inside unlike a conventional backpack. The backpack has a lot of space for all your gadgets as well. Coupon Code – IGN200RG

Husker

This backpack, similar to the Gods Ghost, open from the inside and is “theft proof.” You can store a laptop, a tablet and a lot of other gadgets using small compartments inside the bag. There is a powerbank pocket as well wherein you can plug in the powerbank and conveniently charge your phone while on the go.

Belkin Backpack

The most expensive backpack in this list, the Belkin backpack is water resistant on the base to keep the contents inside safe from water splashes. There is ample space inside the bag for all your tech gadgets and is comfortable to wear for long hours.

November 11, 2017
Top Tech Under Rs 2000

It is November and iGyaan is back with another rendition of the top tech series. Let’s take a look at the top tech accessories you can buy for under Rs 2000.

Mi Powerbank Pro 10000 mAh

This Mi Powerbank Pro is ideal for people who travel a lot and have smartphones that are fast charging compatible. The powerbank has a sturdy built and is extremely thin so it can fit anywhere in your backpack. It is both ways fast charging compatible, meaning it will fast charge your devices and fast charge itself, which is great considering its 10000 mAh capacity.

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QuantumZERO USB C Hub

If you have multiple gadgets that you need to charge simultaneously and you are running out of plug points at your desk or home, then fret not. This USB C hub with 4 USB 3.0 ports will charge your gadgets fast and it is extremely compact so it won’t clutter your desk or bedside table.

Kotion G7000 Gaming Headset

The Kotion gaming headset is comfortable and efficient. It has a nice look to it and the small extended microphone does a good job without hindering with the overall look of it.

Gods Ghost Backpack

If you have a budget of Rs 2000 and are on the lookout for a good tech backpack then the Gods Ghost is worth a look. It is extremely well made and has a lot of pockets and compartments so that you can customise your backpack according to your needs. Also, it looks pretty nice as well! Coupon Code – IGN200RG

Mi VR Play 2

The new version of the ever so popular Mi VR, the Mi VR Play 2 is an excellent budget oriented VR headset. With VR gaining popularity and diversity, now is the right time to upgrade your VR game with the Mi VR Play 2.

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MoArmouz 5 USB Charger

The MoArmouz 5 USB charger is ideal for people with multiple devices. It has fast charging and looks very nice and will easily blend into your desk or night table. Coupon Code – 9PMTKMHR

Logitech Gaming Mouse

If you are a gamer and on the lookout for a good gaming mouse, te=hen you can’t go wrong with Logitech. The Logitech G102 has DPI settings ranging from 200 to up to 6000 DPI to satisfy all your gaming needs.

November 11, 2017
Unboxing The Flipkart Billion Capture+
Flipkart, one of India’s largest e-commerce websites has launched the Billion Capture+ smartphone in India. Priced at Rs 10999 for the 3GB RAM/32GB storage and Rs 12999 for the 4GB RAM/64GB storage, the Billion Capture+ phone has been made entirely in India. The smartphone will go on sale from the 15th of November and will be available online exclusively via Flipkart, of course. Let’s unbox the device and see what we get inside:
- Billion Capture+
- Documentation
- USB C cable
- Wall adapter
- Sim ejector tool
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First Impressions

The Billion Capture+ has a 5.5 inch screen which has become a standard screen size in 2017 and the size of the phone is similar to a lot of other phones in the segment. The fingerprint sensor is placed at the back of the phone which has a matte finish. The sim tray is on the left side of the phone while the volume rockers and lock/unlock button are placed on the right side of the phone. The 3.5mm headphone jack is at the top and the type C port is placed at the bottom.

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Specifications

The Billion Capture+ has a 5.5 inch IPS LCD display with a 1920 x 1080 px resolution. The phone also 2.5D curved Dragontail glass for protection.

Under the hood, the Billion Capture+ has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset, 2.0GHz octa-core processor, 3GB or 4GB of RAM, and 32GB or 64GB of onboard storage. The storage can be expanded via microSD card. The billion Capture+ also has free unlimited cloud storage thanks to the collaboration with tronX. There is a fingerprint sensor placed at the back of the phone under the dual-camera setup. The Billion Capture+ is powered by a 3500 mAh battery with QuickCharge 2.0 support via USB Type C port.

The Billion Capture+ runs almost stock Android 7.1.1 Nougat and the company has promised an update to Android 8.0 Oreo which is expected to be rolled out by January or February of 2018. Concrete details about the software upgrade have not been given.

At a price of Rs 10999, the Billion Capture+ brings in a dual-camera setup at the back. It has two 13MP cameras with an f/2.0 aperture, one of the cameras has an RGB (colour) sensor while the other one is equipped with a monochrome (black and white) sensor. A lot of phones like the Honor 8 Pro have a similar camera setup. The dual-cameras are capable of depth-effect shots called portrait shots and also record 4K videos at 30fps. On the front of the device is an 8MP camera which records 1280 x 720 px videos at 30fps.

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November 10, 2017
Top Tech Under Rs 1000

It is that time of the month again where we look at the some of the best tech products that won’t break the bank. From rugged bluetooth speakers to a backpack, this list has it all. Let’s look at the top tech products under Rs 1000 for the month of November:

Portronics LiteHouse Magnetic LED Lamp

This lighting solution has a neat trick up its sleeve. Apart from being a convenient magnetic LED lamp, it also has a 4400 mAh power bank. The lamp charges over a micro USB port and has a host of customisable features. You can turn on the SOS mode for a blinking light or even change the colour of the light depending on your preferences.

Logitech Silent Mouse

If you are one of those people who hate using the trackpad on their laptop but, also can’t stand the clicking noise of a mouse then this ideal for you. The Logitech Silent Mouse does what is advertised, it is an ergonomic mouse which doesn’t make any noise. It has a 1000 dpi sensor for accuracy and the size is perfect to carry it around with you.

Max Pi Speaker

There aren’t many bluetooth speakers in this range, let alone rugged ones. The Max Pi Speaker ticks almost all the boxes and provide a great price to performance ratio. It is a bluetooth speaker which is water resistant and even has NFC. As far as sound quality is concerned, it is equivalent to AmazonBasics bluetooth speaker which is almost double the price of the Max Pi Speaker.

Novex Backpack

This gadget backpack looks good, and is ideal for people who like to carry their tech around with them. It has ample space to fit in a 15-inch laptop and little compartments can be used store your other necessities. Thanks to such compartments, the bag remains organised and every little product is visible for easy access.

Logitech Multidevice Keyboard

This keyboard can connect up to three different devices simultaneously and even comes with a stand for your phone or tablet. It has a full keyboard layout and tactile keys for a pleasant typing experience.

Pennibel Powerbank

If you are on the lookout for a sturdy powerbank that won’t break the bank, then the Pennibel powerbank is ideal for you. It has a 10000 mAh capacity and supports QuickCharge both ways. It will charge up your device quickly as well as charge itself quickly provided the ideal power.

QuantumZero USB 3.0 Hub

This USB 3.0 hub is perfect for people who have a lot of gadgets to charge. With USB 3.0, it supports fast charging which is great for a price of less than Rs 900.

Tizum Earphones

If you want a pair of earphones which have a good built quality, good sound and don’t like every other boring black or white earphones, then look no further. The Tizum Earphones haver a braided cable, inline microphone and a rose gold colour. The 3.5mm headphone jack is gold plated to produce better sound quality.

iVoltaa QC 3.0 Car Charger

This car charger supports QuickCharge 3.0 which means no more slow charging of your phone in emergencies. The car charger looks good and can charge two phones simultaneously.

Sennheiser HD 180

One of the most popular pair of headphones in the market, the Sennheiser HD 180 sound amazing for its proce point. It produces good bass and the wire is long enough for you to sit away from the sound source.

November 9, 2017
Great Deals On The GearBest 11.11 Sale

Here are the top tech deals on GearBest right now:

Xiaomi Smart LED Lamp

The strain caused to your eyes while working in a setting where the lighting is either too bright or too dim is something we’ve all experienced. In this era of smart lighting, Xiaomi has come up with a smart lamp in collaboration with Philips and it’s an instant winner. Take good care of your eyes and don’t let this lamp go out of stock!

Buy it here

Xiaomi Sling Bag

For $13, this bag from Xiaomi is a steal! If you are a light traveler and like to carry minimal things to work or college, then the Xiaomi Sling Bag with its water-resistant material is ideal for you. Don’t let this bag go out of stock because it is one of the best deals on right now!

Buy it here

Xiaomi Portable Mouse

This little mouse is your perfect travel companion. If you hate using your laptop’s trackpad and carrying a chunky wired mouse is even more annoying, then Xiaomi Portable Mouse is tailor-made for you. It requires 2 AAA batteries to run and compatibility won’t be an issue.

Buy it here

Xiaomi Action Camera

The Xiaomi Action Camera is compact, easy to carry and does the job you’d expect it to do. The camera records 4K videos at 30fps and has a 6-axis electronic image stabilisation. This action camera from Xiaomi connects to your smartphone via WiFi or Bluetooth and can be controlled through the companion app. The camera takes in a maximum of 64GB microSD card. The camera is powered by a 1450 mAh battery which Xiaomi claims will last up to 4 hours on standby and has a 2.4 inch touchscreen display for in-camera navigation.

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Yeelight Bedside Smart Lamp

This bedside lamp connects to your phone via WiFi and Bluetooth for a fast access through the Mi Home app. You can choose different colours and intensity of the light depending on your preference. If you have a Mi Band, the lamp links with your Mi Band via the native app and automatically switches off when you fall asleep.

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ILIFE Smart Robot

If you live away from your family and never get the time to clean your house, then the ILIFE Smart Robot cleaner is just the piece of tech you need! A full suite of Intelligent Sensors beneath the robot allow ILIFE robot cleaner to work its way around furniture and avoid stairs or other dangerous drop-offs.

Buy it here

Other products

Xiaomi Smart Wireless Switch – Buy it here

Mechanical keyboard + mouse – Buy it here

Xiaomi Wireless Sport Earbuds – Buy it here

Xiaomi Mi TV Box – Buy it here

Mini Keyboard – Buy it here

Meizu Bluetooth Earphones –Buy it here

November 8, 2017
Unboxing The Xiaomi Mi Note 3
The Xiaomi Mi Note 3 was launched in China on the 11th of September at a starting price of CNY 2,899 (Rs. 28,300 approx.). The Mi Note 3 succeeds the Xiaomi Mi Note 2 which was launched in 2016 with a fair amount of upgrades. Let’s unbox the Mi Note 3 and see what we get inside:
- Xiaomi Mi Note 3
- Documentation
- USB C cable
- Wall charger
- Sim ejector tool
The Xiaomi Mi Note 3 looks premium. It has a glossy finish to the curved back and the dual-cameras do not have a bump. The phone is very slippery and hence, we recommend that you use the soft cover that Xiaomi provides in the box.

The Xiaomi Mi Note 3 has a 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 px IPS LCD display with a pixel density of 403ppi and a 94.4 percent NTSC colour gamut.

Under the hood, the Xiaomi Mi Note 3 has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, Adreno 512 GPU, 6GB RAM, and 64GB or 128GB onboard storage options. The onboard storage can not be expanded. The fingerprint sensor is placed under the glass at the front device, just below the display. The smartphone is powered by a 3,500 mAh battery with QuickCharge 3.0 through USB Type C port.

Out of the box, the Xiaomi Mi Note 3 runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Xiaomi’s custom MIUI 8.5 on top. As soon as you boot up the device, you get a software update which brings MIUI 9 with all of its features to the Xiaomi Mi Note 3.

Unlike the Mi Mix 2, the Mi Note 3 features a dual-camera setup at the back. The primary 12MP camera has a wide angle lens and an f/1.8 aperture and the secondary 12MP camera has a telephoto lens with an f/2.6 aperture. This setup is similar to a lot of dual-camera smartphones and offers 2X lossless zooming capabilities. It also has features such as Bokeh effect shots and a portrait mode very similar to the one on the iPhone 7 Plus. The front facing camera has a 16MP sensor with a 2-micron pixel size. Xiaomi has boasted about the phone’s ‘Adaptable AI Beautify’ feature, which the Chinese smartphone maker claims is a result of over half a year’s R&D. The feature uses AI-based algorithms to beautify selfies and has a different algorithm for men and women.

Watch our unboxing here:
November 6, 2017
Unboxing The Xiaomi Redmi Y1
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Xiaomi has launched a new lineup of Android powered smartphones in India. The new series, a part of the Redmi lineup will focus on the growing craze of selfies. The Redmi Y1 Lite and Redmi Y1 were launched as the first two smartphones in this lineup. The Redmi Y1 Lite will retail for a price of Rs 6999 and the Redmi Y1 is priced at Rs 8999 for the 3GB RAM/32GB storage variant and Rs 10999 for the 4GB RAM/64GB storage variant. The Redmi Y1 and Redmi Y1 Lite will go on sale on the 8th of November on Amazon exclusively. Let’s unbox the Redmi Y1 and see what we get inside the box:
- Xiaomi Redmi Y1
- Documentation
- Micro USB cable for charging and data syncing
- Wall charger
- Sim ejector tool
The Redmi Y1 is built similar to a lot of other Redmi phones. A fingerprint sensor placed at the back with antenna lines on the top and bottom of the device and soft metal finish are reminiscent of a lot of other Redmi phones like the Redmi Note 4 for example.

The Redmi Y1 has a 5.5 inch IPS LCD display with a 1280 x 720 px resolution. The device also has a 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass on top for protection.

The smartphone is powered by a 3080 mAh battery and runs Android 7.1 Nougat with MIUI 8.5 on top. Xiaomi has announced that MIUI 9 update will be rolled out for the Redmi Y1 in November. The Redmi Y1 has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 chipset, Adreno 505, 3GB or 4GB of RAM and 32GB or 64GB of onboard storage. The onboard storage can be expanded via a dedicated microSD card slot.

The Redmi Y1 has a front facing 16MP camera with an f/2.0 aperture and an LED flash. Xiaomi claims that the software processing and beautify mode will result “in your best selfie ever.” The rear-mounted 13MP camera with PDAF and LED flash.
November 2, 2017
Unboxing The Sony Bravia OLED A1 KD-55A1 4K Android TV
The new Sony Bravia OLED A1 KD-55A1 4K Android TV is priced at Rs 364,900 for the 55 inch variant and Rs 464,900 for the 65 inch variant. Lets unbox the new Sony TV and see what all we get:
- The Sony Bravia KD-65A1
- Remote
- Cables
- Wall mount screws
- Table support
The Sony Bravia TV has built-in support for 4K HDR content and the remote comes with shortcut buttons for Netflix and Google Play, proving that companies also believe that not a lot of people watch cable or DTH television anymore.
October 31, 2017
Unboxing The Google Pixel 2
Google launched the next iteration of its flagship Pixel smartphone lineup, the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL on the 4th of October during a launch event at the Google HQ. The most interesting aspect of the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2XL is the tight integration of its software, hardware and AI. Google talked a lot about the importance of AI in the future and how the new devices take advantage of the Google Assistant. We have the smaller sibling of the two, the Google Pixel 2 with us which starts at a price of Rs 61000 in India for the 64GB storage variant. Let’s unbox it and see what we get inside:
- Google Pixel 2
- Sim ejector tool
- Documentation
- USB C to 3.5mm jack converter
- USB C cable
- Wall charger
The launch of the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL has been marred by the glaring issues with the smartphone’s display. However, most of the complaints have been directed towards the Pixel 2 XL for its pOLED panel.

The Google Pixel 2 has a 5 inch 1920 x 1080 px AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on top for protection. Powering the device is a 2700 mAh battery and it runs Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box. As is with with every Google phone, the new Pixel 2 will be first in line to receive Android P update in 2018. Under the hood, the device has typical 2017 flagship specifications. It has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, 2.4GHz octa-core processor, Adreno 540, 4GB RAM and 64GB/128GB onboard storage. The fingerprint sensor sits at the back of the device but, this time around the “glass window” is smaller. The two-tone colour of the phone is also reminiscent of the original Pixel from 2016. Google claims that the fingerprint sensor is the fastest on a smartphone. The Pixel 2 is water resistant as well.

Google has decided to go for a single camera setup similar to last year’s Pixel phones. The rear-facing camera is a 12.2 MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and 1.4 micron pixel size. On the front is an 8MP camera with an f/2.4 aperture. Google has introduced new features in the camera department like the addition of AR. You’ll be able to add 3D characters and emoji into photos and videos and see them move around as you’re capturing the scene. That includes things like a sleepy coffee cup, but also some recognisable characters. Google is going to be partnering with third parties to add in some famous faces. This year, the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL use a technology called “dual-pixel” which divides every pixel into two.
October 31, 2017