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Razer Phone 2 May Also Launch With A Transparent Back Soon

It has just been two days since Razer announced the second iteration of the Razer Phone and we have some excellent news on that front. The Razer Phone had very few colour options. But with Razer Phone 2 they have decided to provide a transparent back option as well. The idea of a transparent back is not new and has been used by many phones before as well. Phones like Xiaomi Mi 8 EE and HTC HTC U12+ have had transparent variants. Being a gaming phone, the Razer Phone 2 will also feature their logo at the back which lights up and changes colour as well.

Features and specifications

The Razer Phone 2 features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC with 8GB RAM and 64GB/128GB internal storage options. The phone also has a whopping 1 TB external storage support via a microSD and runs Android 8.1 Oreo. The 4000 mAh battery is an extremely useful feature for heavy gamers. It features a 5.72 inch IGZO LCD QHD display with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The 8GB ram and vapor chamber cooling make this phone an absolute beast for gaming and heavy duty usage. The Razer Phone 2 also sports dual 12 MP cameras at the back and an 8-megapixel sensor on the front.

It will be great to be able to take a look at the internals of the phone and the RGB LED lighting but at the moment it is unclear as to when the phone will be available or how much it will cost. The standard version of the phone costs $ 799.99. There is no news on whether the transparent back will bring any changes to the internals of the phone to make it look beautiful either but we can’t wait to see the internals of this beast!

October 13, 2018
Poco F1 To Be Available Offline After 13th October

Poco F1 is the cheapest phone in the market that has the Snapdragon 845 processor. It was launched in August earlier this year and has performed well in terms of sales. Till now, the smartphone was only available online ,but Xiaomi has announced that it will also be available offline in Mi stores after 13th October.

Poco F1 Specifications:

The Pocophone F1 has a 6.18 inch LCD display that has a 2246 x 1080 px resolution and a pixel density of 403 ppi. The smartphone runs on the Snapdragon 845 Octa-Core CPU and the Adreno 630 GPU. It also has liquid cooling to keep the temperatures in check during heavy use. The device is available in three storage variants: 64 GB, 128 GB or 256 GB of internal storage paired with either 6 GB or 8 GB of RAM. It also supports storage expansion upto 256 GB via a microDS card.

For photography, it has dual 12 MP + 5 MP rear cameras with Dual-LED flash that can shoot 2160p videos @ 30 fps and super slow-mo 1080p videos @ 240 fps. The front selfie camera is a 20 MP shooter that captures 1080p videos @ 30 fps. In terms of connectivity, the Poco F1 has 802.11 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 and USB Type-C for charging and data transfer. It has a rear mounted fingerprint sensor for securely unlocking the device.

Also read: Google Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL Price And Availability In India

The phone is powered by a 4,000 mAh Lithium-Polymer battery and runs on the Android 8.1 Oreo operating system. It is available in three colour variants: Graphite Black, Rosso Red and Steel Blue. Additionally, there is a special Armour edition option for the top end 8 GB + 256 GB variant.

Price of the Poco F1:

6 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM- Rs. 20,999/-

6 GB RAM + 128 GB ROM- Rs. 23,999/-

8 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM- Rs. 28,999/-

8 GB RAM + 256 GB ROM(Armour edition)- Rs. 29,999/-

Watch our review of the Poco F1:

October 13, 2018
Samsung To Launch Foldable Smartphone Soon

Samsung’s foldable smartphone has been a rumoured product for a long time now. But the Galaxy F might soon become a reality. A tablet that folds into a phone and fits into your pocket. Samsung has revealed, to a news website, at an event in Kuala Lumpur that this new product can become a reality early as November this year. This device will provide portability as a phone and also provide ease of use and allow for multitasking as a tablet. According to reports, the company has also said that the product will launch only if it is really meaningful to customers. Samsung added that if the user experience is not upto their standard, they won’t launch the phone.

Also Read: Samsung Is Gearing Up To Launch Foldable Smartphone This Year

The product will not merely be a gimmick product giving an indication that it will be available to the masses. Reports say that the Galaxy F will be available internationally. Samsung had teased a flexible OLED display at CES 2013. Subsequently a phone called Galaxy Round saw its launch. It has been 5 years since that and it seems the foldable display and foldable phones are now a reality. Every smartphone is aiming f0r a larger screen and if Samsung is able to pull something like this off, it might mean a major shift in the industry.

What this means for the industry

While Samsung has not released any details regarding the tablet/ smartphone, the foldable phones will finally allow phones to have screens larger than 6.5 inches. ZTE had experimented with foldable smartphones in 2017 with their Axon M. However, the market did not receive it well. Samsung previously has been called out for its big screens when they first launched the Galaxy phones. But they became a new benchmark in the phone industry with time. It will be interesting to see how and if the new foldable displays turn out to be a pathfinder in this regard.

October 13, 2018
Google Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL Price And Availability In India

The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones were launched at an event held a few days back. The flagship devices have some new features, certain design changes which cannot be called great and other updates. Along with the Pixel devices, Google also launched the Pixel Slate, Google Home Hub and the Pixel Stand. However, only the Pixel smartphones and the Pixel Stand will be available in India as of now.

Pre-order the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL here

Pixel 3 & 3 XL Specifications

The Pixel 3 has a 5.5 inch FHD+ display with an 18:9 aspect ratio and a pixel density of 443 ppi. The 3 XL has a bigger, 6.3 inch FHD+ display with an 18:5:9 aspect ratio and a pixel density of 523 ppi. Its display sports a notch. Both the devices have Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for protection.

Running on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC, the devices have 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB / 128 GB storage options. They also have a new Pixel Visual Core chip for enhancing the capabilities of the camera. The devices have a Titan M security module for safeguarding user data.

On the back, the devices sport a single 12.2 MP dual pixel camera. This has an aperture of f/1.8 and shoots 4K video at 30fps. On the front is a dual selfie camera setup. One of the lenses is a wide angle lens which allows for ‘group selfies’. The camera has new features such as Top Shot and Night Sight.

Under the hood, the devices pack a 2,915 mAh battery with fast charging and wireless charging support.

Price & Availability

The Pixel 3 costs Rs 71,000 for its 64 GB storage variant and Rs 80,000 for its 128 GB variant. The Pixel 3 XL costs Rs 83,000 for its 64 GB variant and Rs 92,000 for its 128 GB variant. The devices are already up for pre-order on Flipkart and Airtel Store. Delivery for the devices starts on November 1.

You can also avail some of the offers on Flipkart to get a discount on your new Pixel device. Upon using your HDFC Bank Credit or Debit Cards, you will get an instant discount of 10%. This discount is restricted to Rs 1,500 per card. Another offer gives you a discount of Rs 2,500 with your HDFC Bank Credit or Debit Card on the purchase of a Pixel device.

Additionally, you also get an exchange offer for your old device. If you trade in your Pixel 2 XL for the Pixel 3, you will get a discount of around Rs 18,000. On the flip side if you sell it on a website which buys used smartphones, you can easily get an upward of Rs 25,000 for the same device.

Pre-order the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL here

October 12, 2018
Lenovo To Launch S5 Pro On October 18

Lenovo Mobile teased a poster of an upcoming smartphone called the Lenovo S5 Pro on weibo. It is the successor to the Lenovo S5 which was launched in March, earlier this year. The new smartphone is set to launch in Beijing on 18 October.

The poster teased by the company shows a smartphone with dual front cameras which will be the prominent feature of the upcoming device. Not much information about the device is available but it will surely have better specifications than its predecessor. For reference, here are the specifications of the Lenovo S5.

Lenovo S5 Specifications:

The Lenovo S5 has a 5.7-inch FHD display with 2160 x 1080 px resolution and a pixel density of 424 ppi. The device has the Snapdragon 625 Soc with an Octa-Core processor and the Adreno 506 GPU. It has 3 GB or 4 GB of RAM with 32 GB /64 GB /128 GB of internal storage which is expandable up to 128 GB via a microSD card.

The Lenovo S5 Pro’s predecessor has dual 13 MP rear cameras which can shoot video at either 2160p or 1080p at 30 fps. It also has a 16 MP selfie camera that can shoot 1080p videos at 30 fps. The smartphone has a 3,000 mAh lithium-polymer battery. It also has a fingerprint sensor for securely unlocking the device. The phone runs on Android 8.0 Oreo.

Also read: iOS 12 Is Now On 50% Of All Apple Devices

In terms of connectivity, the predecessor of the Lenovo S5 Pro has 802.11 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, a 3.5 mm audio jack and USB Type-C connector for transferring data and charging. The phone will also have better AI Integration than the current phone. The price of Lenovo S5 starts at 999 CNY (around Rs 10,300/-) and we expect Lenovo to price the S5 Pro in a similar fashion.

Finally, all rumours and doubts about the device will clear up on 18 October when Lenovo officially announces the device.

October 12, 2018
Xbox One Adds New Avatars And Alexa Support With Latest Update

Microsoft has been constantly upgrading the Xbox One and in their latest update they have added support for Cortana and Alexa. Cortana is Microsoft’s personal assistant and Alexa is that of Amazon. The Xbox Skill feature allows interaction with your Xbox using Alexa or Cortana devices. You can ask the assistants to start a game and they will start the device, log in and launch the game as well. One needs to download Xbox Skill to use the features. It is also being offered with an Amazon Echo Bundle. The home speakers can also reduce or increase volume.

Also Read: Fortnite for Android Now Open For All

Xbox has also introduced new avatars which focus on inclusiveness. This features all ranges of body types. One can choose any type of outfit which he or she wishes to. They also represent people with disabilities and allow avatars to have crutches, wheelchairs etc. These avatars were shown at last year’s E3 where the release date was set for Fall, 2017. Microsoft has been one year late to bring these features.

What this means for the industry

Microsoft and Amazon’s close partnership is interesting to see as both have their own assistants and this partnership could mean that they can interact with each other. Dolby Vision HDR streaming across supported televisions has also been enabled. This allows a user to stream Netflix from their device. In the future, there is a possibility that other streaming services will join the bandwagon. Microsoft is also adding Dolby Vision to the Xbox One becoming the only other than Apple TV 4K and Google’s Chromecast Ultra to support both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Tell us how this will help all you Xbox One users and if it is a welcome change or not.

The October update is available for all Xbox One, One X and One S devices.

October 12, 2018
iOS 12 Now On 50% iPhones and iPads

Apple has revealed that 50% of users are now running iOS 12 on their devices. This is a comparatively good number as opposed to the iOS 11 which had seen a slow start and lesser acceptance. Apple also adds that on only counting the devices launched in the last four years, the number shoots up to 53%.

Also Read: New Apple iPad Pro And Apple Pencil 2 Set To Launch

While iOS 12 is running on 50% of the devices, iOS 11 takes the second place with 39% share of all the devices. This is a much faster adoption rate as compared to many of the previous versions of iOS. The ribs because the latest version offers an improvement in performance for older devices, which makes them faster than before. This is seen on the iPhone 6 Plus, for example. After the update, apps launch upto 40% quicker and the keyboard appears over 50% faster on the iPhone 6 Plus. Along with this, animations are smoother and more responsive, along with scrolling in apps or entering the multitask view.

iOS 12 does bring along a few minor bugs which were a topic of discussion for many. The ‘charge gate’ and ‘beauty gate’ issue was a problem but a fix was provided by the iOS 12.1 update. However, a few issues have popped up due to the update. Apparently, devices are now sending iMessages to the wrong people, cellular reception is poor and some users are not able to receive calls. Additionally users are also complaining about the lack of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. Users are also reporting increasing battery drain with the iOS 12.1 update.

However, iOS 12 is being widely accepted by all its users and is available for almost all the devices released in the past few years. The Android OS on the other hand, is not doing so well in this sphere. As per last months reports, only 0.1 percent of Android Devices are running the latest Android 9 Pie. This means that over 99% of Android devices do not run the latest version of the OS. Only 19.2 percent of the devices are running Android Oreo. The slow spread of Android maybe due to the large number of devices present in the market. Additionally, manufactures continue to launch smartphones that are not running the latest variant of Android.

October 12, 2018
Huawei Mate 20 Pro Leak Reveals Key Specifications & Price

With the launch of the Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro inching closer, a leak has revealed what seems to be everything that you need to know about the Mate 20 Pro. This includes its main specifications and also its alleged price in the UK. While previous leaks had revealed features and benchmark scores of the device, this one breaks it down for us.

Also Read: Google Camera App APK Available For Download

Specifications

According to the leak, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro has a 6.39 inch display with a notch. It has a resolution of 3120 x 1440 px. It has an in-display fingerprint reader, which is present at the the bottom half of the screen. The display features a notch, which houses the front camera and an IR sensor for Face Unlock.

Camera

The new renders also show a different design, with the device having a traditional notch and not the water drop notch seen earlier. On the back, it has the triple rear camera setup, which is consistent with previous leaks. This is a 40 MP + 20 MP + 8 MP setup. The 40 MP sensor has an aperture of f/1.8 and combines four pixels into one for better image quality.

The 20 MP sensor is a telephoto unit with an aperture of f/2.4 and the third is an 8 MP ultra-wide angle sensor.When working together, these cameras enable 5x optical zoom and ultra macro shots. It has a 24 MP front camera.

The Mate 20 Pro runs on the brand new Kirin 980 SoC, which is Huawei’s upcoming flagship processor. The processor is made with the 7nm process and is will be faster than the latest A12 Bionic form Apple, according to the company. The device will also have two NPUs (Neural Processing Units) which will help in analysing image content, optimising the scene and providing a better photo output.

Battery & Storage

Under the hood, it packs a 4,200 mAh battery and is accompanied by a 40 W charger, which will take it from zero to 70 % in just 30 minutes. The phone also supports wireless charging. Interestingly, the device can also act as a wireless charger for the Huawei Freebuds 2, which will launch alongside the device.

Another surprising addition is the introduction of a Nano Memory Card format. This will be compatible with the Mate 20 Pro, which does not support microSD cards. The Nano cards are smaller when compared to the microSD cards and have capacities of upto 256 GB.

The Mate 20 Pro has an IP68 certification, making it water and dust resistant. The device will run Android 9 Pie with EMUI 9.0. It will have Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC and LTE for connectivity and will be offered in Twilight, black, blue and green.

Price

One more thing to add: Huawei Mate 20 Pro 6/128 GB costs 899 GBP unlocked in UK. https://t.co/FyNepfw508

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) October 11, 2018

The device is said to cost 899 pounds for the base 6 GB and 128 GB variant, putting the higher variants at the 1000 pond price mark. It is also rumoured that Huawei will launch a Mate 20X gaming handset at the launch event as well.

October 12, 2018
Honor 8C Launched In China

Honor has announced a new budget smartphone, the Honor 8C in China. The smartphone has a 6.26 inch HD+ LCD display with a resolution of 1520 x 720 px and 269 ppi pixel density. It is the first device to run on the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 632 SoC with an Octa-Core processor and the Adreno 506 GPU. The smartphone has 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage which is expandable up to 256 GB via a microSD card.

On the back, the Honor 8C has dual rear cameras, the first one is a 13 MP, f/1.8 aperture equipped color sensor and a secondary 2 MP, f /2.4 aperture equipped black and white sensor. The device can capture 1080p videos at 30 fps. Along with the dual rear cameras, it also has an 8 MP selfie camera which can shoot 1080p videos at 30 fps. The Snapdragon 632 has AI integration that assists in taking better pictures from the smartphone.

Also read: Top Tech and Gadgets List Under Rs. 1,000

The Honor 8C is powered by a 4,00o mAh lithium-polymer battery and it also has a fingerprint scanner for swiftly unlocking the phone. The phone is running on EMUI 8.2 which is based on Android 8.1 Oreo. It has a triple slot which houses two SIM cards and a microSD card.

Talking about connectivity, the smartphone has 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2 and micro-USB 2.0 for charging and data transfer.

Price and Availability:

The Honor 8C starts at a price of 1,099 ¥ (around Rs 11,700) and is available in three color variants: Magic Night Black, Aurora Blue, and Platinum Gold. The smartphone is up for pre-order in China, but the company is yet to make any announcement about its India launch.

October 12, 2018
Fortnite for Android Now Open For All

Following on the heels of PUBG, Fortnite has also has made the game available for everyone instead of an invite-only model of business. This Battle Royale game, first released in 2017 was previously available for Windows, macOS, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. With time, it has now been made available for Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android devices. The role playing game will take android users by storm. This move is to combat the likes of PUBG, which is trying to draw in more users using new maps, daily skin drops and more. First launched back in August exclusively for Samsung Galaxy devices, Fortnite has with its own installer. So it will not be available in the Play Store but one has to separately download the installer which will complete the installation process.

Also Read: Fortnite Installs Strike 15 Million Mark On Android

The game has won several gaming awards in its journey from 2017 till now. These include awards like The Game Award 2017, 14th British Academy Games Award, Golden Joystick Award, Game Critics Award and many more. With Battle Royale style games gaining importance, Call of Duty’s Blackout has also joined the bandwagon recently. These three games are going to fight it out in the gaming industry. We sincerely hope that COD4 Blackout reaches mobile devices as well! PUBG on the other hand is expanding slowly and surely as they opened a South American Server to gauge the interest from people in that area. The server will be available till October 15, 2018 as per reports.

System Requirements And How to Download

The minimum requirement for Fortnite to run on an android device is 64-bit Android 5.0 Lollipop or above, 3 GB free storage space and a minimum of 3 GB of RAM. It also requires a GPU with Adreno 530 or higher, Mali-G71 MP20, Mali-G72 MP12 or higher. The game is downloadable from Epic’s specific Fortnite website for Android but is available for iOS devices from the App Store. One can scan a QR code to get the installer directly on their devices.

October 12, 2018
New Apple iPad Pro And Apple Pencil 2 Set To Launch

While most expected to see the iPad Pro to launch along with the iPhone XS and the Apple Watch 4 at Apple’s special event, we were disappointed. However, fresh ‘evidence’ suggests that the iPad Pro will be releasing later this month and we can expect quite a few changes from it. The possibility of a new MacBook, AirPods 2 and even the AirPower charging pad are high.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy A9 Launched With Five Camera Setup

Apple has reportedly registered new iPad models and a new Bluetooth device with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). This tells us that we can expect not only the new iPad Pro but also the Apple Pencil along with it, which could be the bluetooth device in question. According to a website, Apple has registered A1876, A1980 and A1993 . These registration numbers are similar to those spotted earlier in a Apple file in the Eurasian Economic Commission.

Specifications

Drawing from previous leaks and renders, the iPad Pro will launch in 12.9 inch and a 10.5 inch variants. It will have LCD panels. The device looks starkly different from previous generation of iPads with thin bezels and the lack of a home button, which hints at the presence of Face ID. The images also show the lack of a headphone jack and a new placement for the Smart Connector, which is towards the bottom middle, on the back. This placement is different and could be because Face ID does not work when you place the device horizontally.

The iPad Pro runs on an unreleased ‘A12X Bionic’ chipset from Apple, according to rumours. This chipset is faster than the A12 Bionic seen in the current iPhone models. It is made using the 7 nm process which might take the battery life and performance of the device to another level. The devices have 4 GB of RAM, with storage options of upto 512 GB.

The launch of the iPad Pro could be towards the end of this month. This time frame also coincides with the launch of the iPhone XR, so it would be a convenient slot for Apple. While there is no confirmation, we hope to see the launch of a new MacBook, the AirPods 2 and AirPower which Apple has been holding back for so long.

October 12, 2018
Top Tech and Gadgets List Under Rs. 1,000

Everyone likes cool and nifty gadgets that make their life a little bit easier. So, Here is a list of Top Tech and Gadgets Under Rs. 1,000

1.Magnetic Phone Stand:

This cool looking stand is a great accessory for every mobile user. It has a powerful magnetic disk and smartphones with metal backs can easily attach to it. It can be used as a stand while the phone is charging or for viewing movies, etc.

2.USB-C OTG Adapter:

It is a Type-C to Type-A USB converter for mobile phones and tablets. Type C is the latest USB standard and is now available on all types of smartphones and computers. With this adapter the user can easily connect hard drives and pen drives to a device with Type-C port.

3.PUBG Controller GamePad:

At number four in the list of top tech and gadgets is the PUBG gamepad controller. This gamepad controller is a great accessory for gaming enthusiasts. It can be attached to any smartphone and its ergonomic grip makes playing the game effortlessly.

4.Sports Earphones:

These headphones are a great addition to any fitness enthusiast’s gym bag. They fit perfectly on your ears and do not fall off easily while working out. They are sweat-proof and using them won’t be a problem during those extreme sweaty workouts.

5.Two in One Cables:

Everyone needs power cables for their smartphones. Smartphone charging ports now come in all shapes and sizes. These 2 in 1 cables make life a tad bit easier by allowing the user to have two cable connector in one cable. They come in two variants: Micro-USB + Lightning connector or Micro-USB + USB Type-c connector.

6.Adjustable Wrench Knife/Claw Hammer:

These 9-in-1 muti-tools have 3 changeable screwdrivers with an LED torch. They also include a steel knife, a bottle opener, hammer and an adjustable wrench.

7. ResQTech Tyre Inflator:

It is a portable tyre inflator for cars and bikes. It is powered by the 12 v socket of the vehicle and can be used to pump air in the tyres during any emergencies or routine air fill-ups.

8.Three in One Car Charger:

This is a travel charger that plugs in 12 v car sockets and has three power out ports with fast charging support. We carry a lot of gadgets nowadays, all of which need to be charged frequently and this car charger is the perfect companion for people who regularly travel in their car.

9.Magnetic Bottle Opener:

At number one in the top tech and gadgets list is the Levier bottle opener. It is a magnetic bottle opener that holds tight to the cap, so you can crack open a cold one without cleaning caps off the floor.

10.Mi BT Speaker:

This mini speaker is very compact in size yet it packs a powerful punch. The audio quality is crystal clear and loud. It can easily connect to any device with Bluetooth and stream music wirelessly.

For a fairly cheap price, these gadgets can help you with your daily chores. Make sure to keep following this iGyaan thread for more top tech and gadgets.

October 11, 2018
Nokia 8110 4G Banana Phone Launched

HMD India held an event in New Delhi today and announced two new products. The new Nokia 3.1 plus and the Nokia 8110 4G. The 8110 4G is has a curved body with a slider. It is a 4G version of the Nokia 8110. It is also called the banana phone as it resembles a banana especially when the slider is open.

The Nokia 8110 4G has a 2.4-inch QVGA curved display and a physical slider that is used to receive and end calls. The device is built with polycarbonate plastic and weighs 117 grams. It has an IP 52 rating which makes it water spray protected from a 15-degree vertical angle. The phone has a dual-core Snapdragon 205 mobile processor along with 512 MB of RAM. The phone has 4 GB of inbuilt storage, which is expandable up to 32 GB via a microSD card.

The Nokia 8110 4G has a 1,500 mAh battery that will last fairly long considering its low power consumption. It has a 2 MP rear camera to capture photos and videos. In terms of connectivity, the phone has Bluetooth 4.1, 802.11 Wi-Fi, GPS, 3.5 mm audio jack and a micro-USB port for charging and data transfer. It is a dual sim phone that can accept one micro sim & another nano sim and also has Wi-Fi hotspot functionality.

There are some basic preloaded apps on the phone, including calculator, FM Radio, voice recorder, a basic web-browser, and the classic snake game. It also supports youtube and facebook app which is available on Kai store.

Also read: Samsung Galaxy A9 Launched With Five Camera Setup

Price and Colors:

The Nokia 8110 4G starts at a price of Rs. 5,990 and is available in two color variants: Yellow and Black. HMD global has partnered with Jio to launch the phone and they will bundle it with 500 GB of data.

October 11, 2018
Insta360 Launches ONE X Camera With 5.7K Video Capture

Major players in the industry like Samsung, Nikon, Kodak, LG have tried their hands on a 360 degree camera. However, it still hasn’t taken off as expected. Insta360, which is a China based company has been a major influence in this sphere. They recently launched the Insta360 ONE X with loads of unbelievable features. These include 5.7K Video + 18MP Photo which allows the user to get great output images as well as videos. The FlowState Stabilisation works great when walking and shooting. Apart from that it also has Cinematic Slow-Mo, WiFi Preview & Transfer, TimeShift and HDR.

Also Read: LG V40 ThinQ Launched With Five Cameras

It shoots video in three different resolutions – 5.7K at 30 fps, 4K at 50 fps and 3K at 100 fps. We feel a perfect slow motion needs to be more than 100 fps and we hope the company improves on the same in their next generation cameras. As we all know, when shooting in a 360 degree camera, sometimes the camera overexposes the parts with more light and underexposes parts with less light or vice versa. The HDR mode promises to solve this problem in the ONE X. The Invisible Selfie Stick feature hides your selfie stick from the shot when showing you the final 360 degree output.

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It also has a drifter accessory that looks like the paper aeroplanes we all loved and made in school. The camera can be put inside the accessory and thrown when shooting action shots like skateboarding, roller blading and so on. One can control the video timings and slow or speed up certain parts. The ONE X also shoots hyperlapse videos. This camera suits the active lifestyle as well, with features like recording GPS data, on-screen stats like speed, altitude, direction etc. The camera also provides a unique perspective when using the Bullet- Time accessory. This accessory is like a selfie stick that can rotate. It takes rotating shots from the top of your head to provide amazing videos with you in the centre of the action. This accessory is available for $39.99. The ONE X camera costs $ 400, nothing is known about its availability in India as of now.

October 11, 2018
HMD Launches Nokia 3.1 Plus In India

HMD Global has launched the Nokia 3.1 Plus smartphone. Following the Nokia 6.1 Plus and 5.1 Plus, this device is the latest budget offering from the company. The device has a 6 inch screen, a dual camera setup. Android One and premium looks among other features. The device is priced at Rs 11,499 for the 3 GB RAM variant.

Also Read: HMD Launches Nokia 7.1 With Android One And Zeiss Optics

Design & Display

The device has a 2.5 D curved glass design with an aluminium cover. The device has a matt finish and looks very premium. On the back of the device, there is the dual camera setup along with the fingerprint sensor and Android One branding. It is available in Blue, White and Baltic colours.

The Nokia 3.1 Plus has a 6 inch HD+ display. It has a 18:9 aspect ratio and does not feature the immensely popular notch. The display has considerable bezels on the top and bottom and thin bezels on the side

Processor & Battery

Running on the MediaTek Helio P22 SoC, the device has 3 GB of LPPDDR3 RAM. It has an internal storage of 32 GB which is expandable up to 400 GB via a microSD card.

Under the hood, it packs a 3,500 mAh battery which should be enough to get you through the day, according to the company. The device is running Android Oreo and gives a pure stock Android experience with the Android One program. Nokia also said that they will ensure monthly updates to keep the device secure at all times.

Camera & Connectivity

The Nokia 3.1 Plus has a 13 MP + 5 MP dual rear camera setup. The rear cameras are accompanied by an LED flash. The front snapper has an 8 MP sensor.

The device has Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi, VoLTE and GPS among other features. It uses a Micro USB cable for charging and connectivity.

Price & Availability

As mentioned before, the device is priced at Rs 11,499 for the 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage variant. This will put it in direct competition with devices such as the Redmi 6, Realme 2 and others in a highly competitive segment. Tell us your thoughts about the new Nokia 3.1 Plus in the comments!

October 11, 2018