Sony has today launched the Sony Xperia X and Xperia XA along with the announcement of the Xperia XA Ultra. We check out the Sony Xperia X, the 2016 flagship that costs Rs. 48990. Sony is bundling Rs. 6990 worth SBH70 for those who pre-order the phone prior to 6th June. The phone will go on sale on the 7th of June.
Sony has launched the new Xperia X and Xperia XA in India with the Xperia XA Ultra Coming Soon.
The Sony Xperia X is the flagship for 2016 and has been launched for Rs. 48990. The phone will be available on the 7th of June with preorders beginning immediately. Those placing pre-orders will receive a pair of Sony SBH70 Wireless headphones as a freebie.
The Sony Xperia X features a 5-inch display with a 1920 x 1080p resolution along with 64 GB of onboard storage. The handset will also get 3 GB of RAM and expandability via a Hybrid slot, which either takes two sim cards or one sim and one microSD card of up to 200 GB capacity.
Xperia X
The phone is, however, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 chipset, which is the same chipset found in low-end handsets like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3. The CPU setup comprises of Dual-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 along with the Adreno 510 GPU.
The camera is what Sony claims is the highlight of the Xperia X with a 23 MP primary camera featuring a f/2 aperture 24mm lens and predictive focus capabilities. You however only get 1080p video capture while the front camera features a 13 MP sensor with a f/2 aperture. The Xperia X has a 2620 mAh battery
Xperia XA
The Xperia XA, on the other hand, costs Rs. 20990 and will go on sale on the 18th of June. The phone features a brilliant edge-less or bezel-less front display which looks great. The Xperia XA has a 5 inch 1280 x 720p display and runs on a 2.0 GHz Octa-core MediaTek Helio P10 chipset with the Mali-T860MP2 GPU.
Xperia XA
16 GB Storage with 2 GB of RAM comes standard on the Xperia XA, and the camera setup consists of a 13 MP primary and an 8MP front camera.
Asus has launched the new Zenfone 3 series at the Zenvolution event in Taipei. The stab at others seems to be too big in this case with the $499 Zenfone Deluxe offering virtually the best spec-set.
The base model of the launch is the Asus ZenFone 3, priced at $249 it has a 5.5-inch full-HD Super IPS LCD display with a 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Running a Snapdragon 625 processor with 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of inbuilt storage.
For cameras, a 16-megapixel rear camera with Sony IMX298 sensor and ASUS TriTech autofocus that combines second-generation laser autofocus, phase detection autofocus and contrast detection autofocus. The camera has an RGB sensor, dual-tone LED flash, 4-axis optical stabilization for stills and 3-axis electronic stabilization for video. The phone packs a 3000mAh battery, and a fingerprint sensor sits on the back. The Zenfone 3 series have USB 2.0 Type-C connectors.
ZenFone 3 Deluxe
The high-end ZenFone 3 Deluxe is the flagship model and features a new design full metal body with no visible antenna lines and 4.2mm edges.
The display is a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED display, and the Zenfone 3 Deluxe runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 and variants available with up to 6GB of RAM.
The main camera is a 23 megapixel Sony IMX318 camera with f2.0 aperture, 4-axis OIS, and 4K video support plus the super-resolution mode has been bumped up to 92 megapixels. ZenFone 3 Deluxe uses a USB Type-C connector with USB 3.0 and Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 support. The phone also has a fingerprint sensor on the back. The Zenfone 3 has a single five-magnet speaker and Hi-Res Audio support.
ZenFone 3 Ultra
The Zenfone 3 Ultra comes with a 6.8-inch 1080p display it borrows the cameras from the Zenfone 3 Deluxe and the processing from the Zenfone 3. with a 23 MP primary camera and Snapdragon 625 processor with 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of inbuilt storage.
The pricing of the phones is as follows $249 for the ZenFone 3, $499 for the ZenFone 3 Deluxe, and $479 for the ZenFone 3 Ultra.
Rumors claim that Motorola will ditch the X branding this year and launch the Moto Z with variants similar to last year Moto Z Style and Moto Z Play.
Industry tipster @evleaks has leaked two images of the upcoming launch one showcasing the phones, and the other of the Mods which are replaceable back panels which will add new features to the phones.
By the looks of it one appears to be a kickstand and the other a camera module. The first one is expected to be a battery Mod. VentureBeat claims that MotoMods line will include cases with better speakers and a pico projector, other leaks point to names like “adventure,” “theater,” “stereo,” “power,” “style,” and “pro camera.”
Specs wise a lot of info is already available for these phones, The Moto Z Style a 5.5-inch QHD display, a Snapdragon 820 processor, 3GB/4GB of RAM, 16-megapixel rear camera, 32GB of inbuilt storage, and 2600mAh battery. The Moto Z Play will launch with a 5.5-inch full-HD display, a Snapdragon 625 SoC, 3GB of RAM, a 13-megapixel rear camera, 16GB and 32GB storage variants, and a 3500mAh battery.
In a change of events not only has HTC launched the much-awaited Flagship the HTC 10 in India, the company has also launched the HTC One X9 along with the Desire 625, Desire 628, Desire 825 and Desire 830.
The HTC 10 will be available in two color combinations: Carbon Grey and Topaz Gold for INR 52,990/- from 5th June 2016 onwards. It boasts and improved metal body along with faster more improved cameras and latest spec.
HTC has also launched the HTC 10 Lifestyle which will have the lower spec Snapdragon 652 chipset but has not been clear on price.
Xiaomi has launched two drones to cater to the young video enthusiast market. Mi Drone comes in two variants, the 4K version retails at RMB 2999, while the 1080P one is priced at RMB 2499. Mi Drone (1080P) will be crowdfunded on the Mi Home app starting 26 May 2016, and Mi Drone (4K) will be available for testing via an open beta programme in late July.
The camera on the drones is mounted on a three-axis gimbal for stability, and the drones feature new technologies like auto pilot, GPS, and Vision positioning. The Mi Drone has a 15.2V battery with a capacity of 5100mAh promising flight times of up to 27 minutes .
Due to the nature of Drone laws in India, the Mi-Drone will not be officially launching in India, and will be difficult to import and buy for this region.
LG has confirmed the launch of the LG G5 in India on the 1st of June. The Modular phone of 2016 is already up for pre-order on Flipkart for a price of Rs. 52990.
The LG G5 comes packing a primary 5.3-inch QHD LCD display with 3D Arc Glass on top. It also has a cool Always-on feature that lights up the display for access to important updates. The phone’s construction is full metal unibody and is powered by a Snapdragon 820 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable by up to 2TB with microSD cards.
When it comes to photography, the phone is equipped with dual cameras at the back. A standard 16-megapixel 78-degree lens and another 8-megapixel 135-degree wide angle lens. The LG G5 features a front-facing 8-megapixel camera too for clicking selfies.
Even though 4G networks in India have not been a real success, thanks to poor deployment and connectivity and also due to high charges, Nokia is in talks with various telecom companies to provide 5G networks in India.
While major telecos are still investing into 4G technology trying to get it up to speed with other countries, with respect to network and infrastructure.
5G technology is leaps and bounds ahead of current gen networks and, many countries are already investing heavily in the technology. With 5G users can attain 100 megabit per second speed and the infrastructure can handle 1000 times more data traffic.
India is expected to initiate 5G by 2020 and Nokia equipment will play a major role in providing this technology across the country.
It will be used for purposes beyond voice and data communications carried by people today. It will has less than 1 millisecond latency that will be used by machines for quick action like for to stop in case it identifies any obstacle, surgery from remote location etc.Discussion about spectrum (at global level) in which 5G will operate will finish by 2019. Commercial 5G deployment will start in 2020. Then you will see 100 mbps guaranteed speed everywhere : Nokia Networks Head of Mobile Broadband Milivoj Vela
For India 700 Mhz and 2.6 Ghz are currently employed for Mobile Telephony, Wi-fi generally uses between 2.4 Ghz to 5.9 Ghz. With 5G networks telepresence ill get a huge boost. Although with the poor state of network in the country many users are waiting for options like Reliance JIO that promise to offer up better connectivity and cheaper pricing.
Sony put up a post about the Xperia E5 on their official facebook page “accidentally” a few days prior to the official launch.
Leaks have previously told us that the E5 aka the Sony F331, will have a 4.6-inch HD display, a MediaTek MT6735 processor, 1.5GB of RAM, and 16GB of inbuilt storage. The company is also expected to include a new 13 MP camera for the main and a 5 MP selfie camera.
The facebook post which has since been taken down said : “Eager, effortless, and easy on the eye – it’s everything a smartphone should be. Say hello to your savvy new sidekick, Xperia E5.”
Although this information goes against the previous news that all Sony phones will now hold the Xperia X branding.
Twitter has officially confirmed rumors surrounding the removal of media and @replies from the 140 character count.
Media attachments, such as photos and videos, will no longer count toward the character limit. @names in reply to Tweets will be removed from the count and people will now be able to Retweet and Quote Tweet themselves, enabling them to resurface any of their previous Tweets and add new commentary. In addition, any new Tweet beginning with a @name will be seen by all followers.
We’re not giving up on the idea of Twitter being in the moment. That concept of brevity, speed and live conversation – being able to think of something and put it out to the world instantly – that’s what’s most important. We’re always going to look for opportunities to make Tweets a lot more expressive, and enable people to say what they want to say. As long as things are fast, easy, simple and expressive, we’re going to look at what we can do to make Twitter a better experience. – Jack Dorsey, Twitter CEO
While app updates will follow to enable this feature Twitter’s website will have this running immediately.
LeEco’s latest invite points towards the launch of the Le 2 and Le Max 2 in India on the 8th of June 2016.
The company which has already had a successful first quarter of 2016 is aiming to make a better result out of their next gen devices. It was earlier believed that LeEco will launch the handsets in India early May, however the company changed the launch to June.
LeEco Le 2: Has a 5.5-inch full HD (1080p) display and is powered by MediaTek’s Helio X20 with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage. The primary Camera is a 16-megapixel with aperture f/2.0 with PDAF and LED flash; The front camera is an 8-megapixel shooter. The Le 2 is a seques to the Le 1s and will feature a 3,000mAh battery with fast charging support
LeEco Le 2 Pro: The Le 2 and Le 2 Pro are identical in appearance, powered by MediaTek’s Helio X25 deca-core chipset with 4GB of RAM and 32GB and 64GB internal storage variants. The Le 2 Pro has a 21-megapxiel rear camera and an 8-megapixel front camera.
LeEco Le Max 2: The Le Max 2 has a 5.7-inch QHD display with a resolution of 2560×1440 pixels. Based on the Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 820 quad-core with 6GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. The phone runs on a 3,100mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0.All the phone run on Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS with LeEco’s customized EUI 5.5.
All the phone run on Android 6.0 Marshmallow OS with LeEco’s customized EUI 5.5.
As far as pricing is concerned, The Le 2 which costs 1,099 yuan ($170) in China will launch in India for Rs. 11999. The Le 2 Pro, which costs 1,499 yuan ($230) in China, will launch for Rs. 13999. Whereas the two variants of the LeMax, The Basic (4GB RAM and 32GB storage) which costs 2,099 yuan ($325)in china is expected for Rs. 24999.The high-end(6GB RAM and 64GB storage) version which costs 2,499 yuan ($390) in China is expected for Rs. 27999
HTC has confirmed the launch of their 2016 flagship the HTC 10 in India on the 26th of May. The company is expected to launch two variants of the powerful flagship in India.
The main variant that runs Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 is expected to be priced at Rs. 47000 which will include 32 GB of storage and 4GB of RAM.
HTC is also apparently launching a Snapdragon 652 variant in India priced at around Rs. 35000.
A lot of rumours have surrounded the upcoming launch of the iPhone 7 in September. However the latest leak seems to point in the absolute right direction. The picture you see below was posted on Weibo along with some components of the iPhone 7 .
The back shown in the picture shows an even larger camera bump. Which points to a drastically improved camera and that too with a wider lens.
There is not a lot of visual difference in terms of design of the iPhone 7 from an iPhone 6/6s (if it is an actual image)
Major upgrades in terms of performance along the lines of CPU / GPU and display are expected in the iPhone 7, while some reports have pointed to the fact that the iPhone 7 may be officially waterproof, thanks to the lack of a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
While these leaks get more and more interesting by the day, it seems we need to take them all with a pinch of salt, up until Apple officially launches the iPhone 7 in September.
LG’s latest modular phone, which was launched earlier this year at MWC in Barcelona has been launched in India. The phone is up for preorder and will come bundled with the camera module (CAM Plus)for a price of Rs. 52990.
The LG G5 comes packing a primary 5.3-inch QHD LCD display with 3D Arc Glass on top. It also has a cool Always-on feature that lights up the display for access to important updates. The phone’s construction is full metal unibody and is powered by a Snapdragon 820 chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable by upto 2TB with microSD cards.
LG-G5 CAM-Plus
When it comes to photography, the phone is equipped with dual cameras at the back. A standard 16-megapixel 78-degree lens and another 8-megapixel 135-degree wide angle lens. The LG G5 features a front-facing 8-megapixel camera too for clicking selfies.
The price of the phone seems on the high side, however reviewed have been mixed about the phone. While some have touted the modular design, others have mocked the poor finish around seams.
Let’s See what India has to say about the LG G5. You can prebook your LG G5 Here.
2015 has seen some spectacular games for the PlayStation 4. Games that have been hotly anticipated and some games that have just taken the gamers in us all by surprise. So we take a look back at some of the best games for the PlayStation 4 and why they are what they are.
Bloodborne
Bloodborne has to be one of the best games this year hands down. A PlayStation 4 exclusive, Bloodborne was released back in March and has since then earned critical acclaim, as well as selling over 2 million copies as of September 30, making it one of the biggest selling titles ever.
Bloodborne is an incredibly detailed fantasy landscape where even a single misstep can destroy you. The storytelling is as grand as the environment it’s in, with a narrative delivered through things as subtle as the name of an enemy or the description of an item.
The game is played from a third-person perspective, players control a fully customizable protagonist, and gameplay is focused on weapons-based combat and exploration. Players battle beastly and varied enemies, including bosses, using items such as swords and firearms, and journey through the story, exploring the game’s different locations, interacting with non-player characters, collecting key items involved in the story, and discovering and unraveling the world’s many mysteries.
What critics have lauded is the game’s atmosphere, detailed environments, and the overall visuals, the interconnected world design, the design of the characters, particularly that of the enemies, the challenging, fast-paced gameplay, the storyline and lore, and the soundtrack, which some touted as “glorious”.
Yes, you do miss the Joker in this one, brilliantly voiced by Mark Hamill, but all your other voice actors are here. Kevin Conroy (voice of Batman) and John Noble (voice of Scarecrow) give a terrific performance here. The combat and predator system also gets an improvement. Finally, the world of Gotham City never looked more beautiful as it does in Arkham Knight. The city being a natural extension to the characters, deserves praise and the game overall is a fitting end to the Arkham series.
Halo 5: Guardians
Halo 5: Guardians is the fifth title in the Halo series which was released on October 27 for the Xbox One. Producer Josh Holmes stated that the game’s engine employs a “new progressive resolution system that allows us to dynamically scale the resolution at which we render the game” to guarantee it maintains a frame rate of 60 FPS.
Halo 5: Guardians takes place in the year 2558, and is set eight months after the events of Halo 4. The game follows the human fireteams Blue Team and Osiris. The game also sees returning fan-favorite Nathan Fillion as Edward Buck from Halo 3: ODST. You can spot him in the opening scene below.
Halo 5 also has one of the best arsenal in the series, thanks to returning classics and design facelifts for guns that were otherwise ignored. Old favorites like the battle rifle, Spartan laser, and trusty assault rifle look and feel great.
Halo 5 is a looker. The gameplay takes you through an eerie abandoned research station, a backwater planet ripe with odd, gorgeous life and vegetation, ruins with ancient and worn-looking monuments, and several other beautiful locations.
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Another game that had extremely high expectations was the fifth instalment to the Metal Gear Solid franchise. The Phantom Pain serves as a sequel to Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes, and a continuation of the narrative established there, and a prequel to the original Metal Gear game.
In The Phantom Pain, players take the role of Big Boss, under the nickname Punished “Venom” Snake, in an open world environment. The gameplay elements were largely unchanged from Ground Zeroes, meaning that players will have to sneak from several points in the game world, avoiding enemy guards, and remaining undetected.
The Phantom Pain achieves sheer excellence as an espionage game. The graphics are top notch and the environment is simply spectacular. It’s a game that is deserving of the current-gen console. Check out the launch trailer of The Phantom Pain below to see how the franchise has evolved through the years.
The Phantom Pain was critically acclaimed upon release, with its gameplay drawing praise for featuring a variety of mechanics and interconnected systems which allow a high degree of player freedom in approaching objectives.
Call of Duty
We can never get tired of Call of Duty, can we? The Black Ops segment of the franchise introduced a science fiction turn in Black Ops II that features a future warfare setting with robots and futuristic technology with a separate zombie story line as well. Black Ops III, much like its predecessor, is set in a “dark, twisted future”. The game was released on November 6th on Windows, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One.
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The six-hour story is set in the not-too-distant future. Black Ops 3’s story works on “Direct Neural Interface,” or DNI for short. This technology allows humans to mentally interact with computers, weapons, and other people. What these does is introduce terrific new ways of playing a game that was beginning to fall under the ‘been there, done that’ category. For example, you can’t use enemies’ dropped weapons because they’re registered to someone else’s brain.
The game has been praised for its length and the introduction of new elements that keeps the game fresh.
