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  • Breaking: Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini is heading to India Early July forRs 24,990

    Breaking: Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini is heading to India Early July forRs 24,990

    Yesterday Samsung announced a “Mini” version of the Samsung Galaxy S4, while it may be mini in comparison to the original Galaxy S4, the Galaxy S4 Mini is still a pretty big phone. Defining the large handsets making Korean company’s dream for the future. The specs include a 1.7GHz dual-core processor, Android 4.2.2, GPS, GLONASS, WiFi, 8GB internal memory (expandable up to 64), and 1.5GB of RAM.

    The display is a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED qHD display which will horribly disappoint onlookers, all juiced up by a 1,900mAh battery. But this news is old!, Our tipster within Samsung has confirmed that the plans for the launch of this phone have already been penned down and the Hardware will arrive as soon as early July and will also be kept in the under Rs. 25,000 price bracket. 

    The Galaxy S4 Mini from Samsung India, will be offered up in two variants a dual sim version and a single sim version, with a possibility of LTE enabled Single Sim variant. However, our source made it clear that he was unaware if both dual sim and single sim variants will be launched together. 

    The Galaxy S4 Mini will be offered up in the same two colors as the big brother White Frost and Black Mist. More details when available. 

     

     

    [toggle title=”Press Release”]SAMSUNG INTRODUCES THE GALAXY S4 MINI
    A powerful, compact smartphone designed to fit busy lifestyles

    London, UK – May 30, 2013 – Samsung Electronics today announced the Galaxy S4 Mini, a powerful, compact version of its bestselling smartphone, the Galaxy S4. The Galaxy S4 Mini delivers the superior performance, intuitive ease-of-use and sleek design of the Galaxy S4 in a portable chic and compact design.

    Simon Stanford, Vice President of IT & Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics UK & Ireland said: “Demand for the Galaxy S4 has been phenomenal since it launched in April and we hope to build on this success with the Galaxy S4 Mini. This new handset is the ideal smartphone companion for anyone who wants a compact device packed with innovation.”

    With a 4.3″ qHD Super AMOLED display, the Galaxy S4 Mini offers stunning images and content. At just 107g, the lightweight and compact design enables you to carry and use the device easily with one hand. The Galaxy S4 Mini also boasts powerful performance, equipped with a 1.7GHz dual core processor and supports many of the same intuitive features as the Galaxy S4, designed to enhance different aspects of life.

    Capturing Memories
    The Galaxy S4 Mini allows you to capture important moments in life with an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera as well as a 1.9-megapixel HD front-facing camera. Special features include Sound&Shot, which stores sounds and images together, Panorama Shot which allows you to take a full view of what you are seeing, and Story Album, which automatically arranges photos in a smart format – photos taken by Galaxy S4 Mini are automatically gathered and saved according to your timeline, geo-tagging information or specific event, to create a photo album. You can also receive travel assistance and information services through the S Travel preloaded app which can even recommend a new trip and provide destination guides.

    Sharing and Connecting
    The Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini means you can share content with others around you easily. Simultaneously listen to the same music and play the same games as your friends with Group Play, and chat with multiple friends with animations, video and voice recording added to messages using ChatON.

    Environment Features
    The Galaxy S4 Mini features S Translator, for instant translation using text or voice on applications including email, text message and ChatON. You can also control your environment through WatchON’s IR remote which transforms the device into a remote to control your home entertainment systems including TV, set-top box and DVD player. Content available includes live TV, cable TV and VOD based on the information provided EPG (Electronic Program Guide). In addition, Samsung Link* will help you share content across multiple Samsung digital devices. *Available in select countries. Previously called AllShare Play.

    Wellbeing Features
    The Galaxy S4 Mini keeps you up to date with health and wellbeing information. Downloadable from Samsung Apps, S Health enables you to monitor your calorie balance. It can calculate each step taken daily, monitor sleeping patterns, calculate weight and share real time heart rate information**. Adapt Display provides an optimal viewing experience, customised for each type of application, and Adapt Sound offers an optimal level and type of sound, personalised for each user. ** Functionality such as monitoring weight, heart rate and sleeping patterns is possible through the use of fitness accessories which are sold separately.

    Availability
    The Galaxy S4 Mini will be available in two colours – White Frost and Black Mist. There will be a 4G LTE version, 3G version, and 3G Dual Sim version. Details on which variants will be ranged in the UK and the UK shipping date will be announced in due course.[/toggle]

  • HTC One with Stock Android Announced, Available June 26th $599

    HTC One with Stock Android Announced, Available June 26th $599

    Google’s Sundar Pichai while at D11 has made it clear that there indeed will be an HTC One running stock android 4.2.2 which will be launched and made available on June 26th via the Google Play store. For the US market this phone will come unlocked to GSM networks and will cost US $ 599 (approximately Rs. 34,000) vs the Samsung Galaxy S4 which is priced at US $ 649.

    For global connectivity the Stock Android HTC One will offer quadband LTE (700/850/AWS/1900), triband HSPA+ (850/1900/2100) and the usual quadband GSM / EDGE. The Hardware will still be integrated with Beats audio and will retain the “two button on either side of the HTC logo” layout. The app list black bar will also be there along with the button press schemes.  For the main buttons short press of Home for Home, long press for Google Now and double tap for Recent Apps.

     

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  • HTC T6 to come with a 5.9 inch display and 2.3 GHz Snapdragon 800

    HTC T6 to come with a 5.9 inch display and 2.3 GHz Snapdragon 800

    Earlier reports of a larger HTC One have just been strengthened, thanks to a leaked spec sheet under distribution at HTC. The larger phone will not only have a larger display but a newer more impressive Quad Core 2.3 GHz Snapdragon 800 chipset (MSM8974).

     

    htct6Along with the new things will be features borrowed from the HTC One, including BoomSound, Blinkfeed, 16 GB Storage, 2 GB RAM and the oh-so-popular UltraPixel camera with OIS. Moreover the HTC T6 is rumored to have a dedicated pen / stylus input as well as a biometric fingerprint scanner around the back. MicroSD card expandability is also on the table but goes against all HTC norms. 

    The list also shows that the hardware will come with Android Key Lime Pie, however with the next revision being 4.3 (Jelly Bean ), either that information is inaccurate, or this HTC T6 is a far far away from being launched. 

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  • Google Calendar for Android updated with more color options and tweaks

    Google Calendar for Android updated with more color options and tweaks

    If you use Google Calendar a lot on your Android phones, you will love the new changes that Google has made to the app. Starting with a new color tool, which lets you highlight specific appointments and change the color of your entire calendar.

    So now all your meetings can be set in blue and all the Home chores in Red ! This feature will let you identify and group up your tasks making the calendar a lot more efficient to do tool. The newly designed date and time function lets you pick out time and dates in the analogue style and as Google says “well before the vacation”.

    Time zones are now set automatically by entering the name of the city and the app is available for Android ICS 4.1 and above. Check it out in the link below.

     

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    One of the most requested features we’ve seen so far for Google Calendar on Android is the ability to customize event and calendar colors directly from your device. Today’s update allows you to do just that. Now you can highlight those super-urgent meetings and important birthdays, or just switch up the color of your calendar whenever your heart desires.

    Adding events is now easier and more fun with our redesigned date and time pickers, which let you schedule your special dinner date or the start of your well-deserved vacation in a snap.

    For all of you world travelers, our redesigned timezone picker makes it simpler to find the region that you’re looking for, whether you’re in San Francisco, Tokyo or Zurich.

    Finally, it’s easier to schedule repeating events. You can now set events to repeat every Tuesday and Thursday, every month, or every 7 weeks, it’s completely up to you.

    The latest version of Google Calendar is built for devices running Android 4.0.3 and above (Android 4.1 or higher for custom event colors). Get it on Google Play, rolling out over the course of the day, and let us know what you think.

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  • New Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Puts Out 565 hp

    New Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Puts Out 565 hp

    It was recently announced by Aston Martin that they were discontinuing the V12 Vantage model. However it seems that they’re still making it, kind of. This is the V12 Vantage S. It looks mostly like the outgoing V12 Vantage, however the aluminum grille vanes are swapped for carbon fiber or titanium silver mesh inside a grille shell inspired by the CC100 Speedster concept, there are new ten-spoke, 19-inch alloys, the roof goes black and this is the first time customers can spec black pedals.

    V12 Vantage S

    At its heart is the new AM28 engine, a more evolved species of the 6.0-liter V12 incorporating features like CNC-machined combustion chambers and hollow camshafts. It produces 565 horsepower, a 50-horse increase over the outgoing model, and 475 pound-feet of torque, a boost of 37 lb-ft. Acceleration from 0-100 kmph is expected to come before the four-second mark (down from 4.2 seconds) and it will go on to an astonishing 329 kmph, up from 304 in the base V12 Vantage. The exhaust note is adapted from the One-77 (which is a great thing) and it is now the fastest car Aston Martin makes. In fact, except for the One-77, it’s the fastest road car in the company’s history.

    V12 Vantage S

    It also marks the debut of a new transmission from Aston: A seven-speed Sportshift III. Sport shift denotes Aston’s sequential gearboxes, which means that there is no manual transmission option. This transmission is very high tech and is 55 pounds lighter than the six-speed manual it replaces. Yes, it can shift quicker than the manual, but the V12 Vantage’s most unique trait is now gone, which will surely upset die-hard loyalists. Other than that, three-stage adaptive damping confers Normal, Sport and Track modes to the suspension settings and alters the amount of power-assist for the steering. A second, independent Sport setting controls gear selection, throttle response and exhaust note. 

    Most importantly, it still looks the part.

    V12 Vantage S

  • BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe Unveiled

    BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupe Unveiled

    BMW’s first team-up with Italian styling house Pininfarina, was revealed in full at the 2013 Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza in Italy in the form of the Gran Lusso coupe. The full-bodied V12-powered coupe is a one-off styling concept for now, but shows the direction BMW could take for a new 8-series coupe, to compete with the Mercedes S-Class Coupe and Bentley Continental GT.

    Gran Lusso

    The imposing Gran Lusso is a beautiful concoction of the past, present and future of BMW. It maintains the kidney grille and the Hofmeister kink in the rear pillar, but the strong forward rake of the front end resembles the sharknose BMWs of the 70s and 80s. However the fastback shape is very rarely seen in the BMW lineup and is reminiscent of the BMW CS Concept from 2007. The supersized four-door coupe was intended to go into production as the flagship BMW, but  BMW were worried about building a high-end model in the wake of the financial crisis. The concept of a four-door coupe lived on as the 6-series Gran Coupe and CS was left as inspiration for new BMWs like the Gran Lusso.

    Gran Lusso

    High-quality materials line the interior include black and tobacco brown leather upholstery from Italian company Foglizzo and lots of wooden accents sourced from a single piece of rare kauri wood native to New Zealand.

    Gran Lusso

    All in all, the Gran Lusso Coupe is a very bold and handsome design. The long wheelbase, wide stance and short overhangs add to a very well sculpted exterior. What remains to be seen, is whether this could manifest itself into the rumoured return of the BMW 8-series.

  • Sony Xperia Tablet Z launched at Rs. 46990 (PR) (Hands On)

    Sony Xperia Tablet Z launched at Rs. 46990 (PR) (Hands On)

    Sony, at a very privately held event, today launched the new Sony Xperia Tablet Z for India at a price of Rs. 46990. The Xperia Tablet Z consists of the same design philosophy that was put into the Xperia Z.

    At first its easy to assume that the price of the Xperia Tablet Z is very high, but the feature packed tablet is ready to prove its worth. The Xperia Tablet Z is the only tablet with a  Dust and water resistant design (IP55 & IP57). The Xperia Tablet Z is also the thinnest consumer tablet in the world with a thickness of 6.9mm and weighs a pretty light 495 gms. Quad surround speakers combine with a new technology called S-Force Front Surround 3D to excellent sound. 

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    Sony has also bundled lots of free services including Sony Music, which allows you to listen, download and share unlimited music on the tablet for upto 6 months. Sony Liv lets you watch SONY TV serials on the tablets with a collection of over 14,500 episodes of popular shows like KBC, CID, Comedy Circus and Crime Patrol directly on the Sony Xperia Tablet Z.

    Apart from all these features sony has bundled a high friction back rubber panel and Exmor RS based Rear 8 MP and Front 2 MP cameras both of which are capable of Full HD video calling. Power processing comes from the Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with 1.5GHz asynchronous quad CPUs and 2GB RAM and for graphics an Adreno 320 GPU. Sony has powered the tablet with a 6000 mAh battery.

    While it is apparent that most companies like Samsung have launched tablets at cheaper prices, the Xperia Tablet Z brings some interesting features which  actually warrant the 44,000 best Buy price for the tablet. The sheer fact that this tablet is water resistant could be the deciding factor for someone’s purchase. 

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    Sony announces the launch of Xperia™ Tablet Z in India – the world’s slimmest 10” tablet

    10.1” HD 1920x1200p WUXGA Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2
    The world’s thinnest design at 6.9 mm and lightweight at 495g for 10.1” water resistant tablet
    Dust and water resistant (IP55 & IP57) with a durable glass front display
    Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with 1.5GHz asynchronous quad CPUs and 2GB RAM
    S-Force Front Surround 3D
    One-touch connectivity with Near Field Communication (NFC)
    A unique OmniBalance design with subtly rounded edges and smooth reflective surfaces
    8 MP rear camera featuring “Exmor R for mobile” and Superior Auto plus 2MP HD front camera
    Battery STAMINA mode further improves the standby time

    New Delhi, 29th May, 2013: Sony India today announced the launch of Xperia Tablet Z – the slimmest[1] 10” tablet. Xperia Tablet Z combines premium specifications with the best of Sony technology, entertainment, design and connectivity priced at Rs. 46,990.

    Premium Tablet Design
    Xperia Tablet Z is the most premium, high performance 10.1” Android tablet available. Built from quality materials and featuring the same stunning OmniBalance design as its Smartphone sibling Xperia Z, Xperia Tablet Z is also incredibly slim and lightweight at 6.9mm and 495g. Available in black in HSPA+ and WiFi versions, it is the first tablet to run on Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ S4 Pro asynchronous quad core processor and has the highest levels of water resistance (IP55 & IP57) ever delivered in a tablet, making it immune to accidental spills and splashes[2].

    Integrated Sony Technology
    Xperia Tablet Z includes the very best of Sony technology. With a 10.1” HD WUXGA Display, powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2, it delivers enhanced colour reproduction for a brilliant TV-like viewing experience. It also draws upon Sony’s camera expertise with an 8MP rear camera featuring “Exmor R for mobile” as well as a 2MP HD front-facing camera for capturing the best images in any condition. Sony’s S-Force Front Surround 3D, guarantees soul-shaking audio performance alongside Sony’s Clear Audio+ mode and the innovative use of two in-built speakers with four ‘speaker halls’ on the left and right corners delivers amazing sound no matter how it is held. Xperia Tablet Z also includes Battery STAMINA mode, Sony’s unique battery management technology that can significantly improve standby time.

    Seamless One-touch Connectivity
    Xperia Tablet Z includes more connectivity options than any other tablet. It also includes Sony’s One-Touch functions that let users transfer content seamlessly from HD tablet to TV, tablet to speaker or phone to tablet just by touching them together. One-touch functions are a key component of Sony’s device range this year and no other consumer electronics company is bringing as many NFC-enabled products to market. The tablet’s Universal IR Remote allows users to control the TV and other Sony devices – as well as products from other manufacturers – directly from the tablet placing the device at the heart of the home. TV SideView is a new application that gives users an entirely new way to interact with the TV[3].

    Sony’s media applications
    Sony’s signature media applications – “WALKMAN”, Movies and Album – allow users to enjoy, control and view content regardless of their device.

    Exclusive apps
    · Sony Music: Sony is all set to give its consumers an unparalleled & faster entertainment experience by offering 6 months free Unlimited streaming & music download of over 15 lakh songs such as International, Bollywood & Regional songs from Sony Music library
    · Sony LIV: Sony will also have a unique video streaming app called Sony Liv. With this app, consumers can enjoy catch-up TV of SAB, Sony Entertainment and Max. Not only this, Xperia users will have exclusive access to special moments of KBC & Indian Idol. They can even watch over 77 programs and over 4500 hours of videos of their favorite programs
    · X4 Video – Xperia Tablet Z’s powerful Quadcore processor allows its users to play 4 videos simultaneously.

    Xperia Tablet Z Accessories

    Xperia Tablet Z will launch with a number of accessories including a charging cradle, an LCD Screen Protector and Leather Carrying Cover that comes in Black, White or Red. These will be available from Sony stores or registered retailers.

    Xperia Tablet Z will launch on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and is upgradable to 4.2 after launch for the latest Android user experience.

    The newly launched Xperia Tablet Z will have memory storage of 32 GB (16GB internal memory + additional 16 GB memory card inside the box)

    Xperia tablet Z will be available across all Sony Center and major electronic stores across India.

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    MRP
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    Colour
    Xperia Tablet Z
    Rs. 46,990
    End of May’13
    Black

    About Sony India Pvt. Ltd.

    Sony India is one of the most recognized consumer electronics brands in the country, with a reputation for new age technology, digital concepts and excellent after sales service. In India, Sony has its footprint across all major towns and cities in the country through a distribution network comprising of over 10,400 dealers and distributors, 270 exclusive Sony outlets and 23 direct branch locations. Sony India also has a strong service presence across the country with 255 service outlets. Manned by customer friendly and informed sales persons, Sony’s exclusive stores ‘Sony Center’ are fast becoming the most visible face of the company in India. A distinctive feature of Sony’s service is its highly motivated and well-trained staff that provides the kind of attentive and sensitive service that is rare today.

     

     

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  • Nokia Lumia 520 Review

    Nokia Lumia 520 Review

    Nokia Lumia 520 is the Windows Phone 8 version of the highly successful Nokia Lumia 510 which was the cheapest Windows Phone 7 device. The Lumia 520 continues that moniker for the Windows Phone 8 series buy brings about major changes in the mix. Here is our review of the Lumia 520;

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    Build and Design

    [pullquote_left] Designed for energetic youth[/pullquote_left]One of the best things about Nokia’s Lumia 520 is the design and build profile. Nokia has been ever known to build high quality phones and the 520 is no less. The wonderful use of colors in the entire range also falls down onto the 520, the price bracket where the most playful market space of the energetic youth exists. 

    Of course in comparison to the higher ups the Lumia 520 feels a tad bit less refined, almost nimble, in front of the higher ups in the Lumia lineup. But it is comfortable to hold, and feels very sturdy in the grip of your palm. The back curves out softly into the edges ensuring a more cosy fit and feel also ensuring that the phone appears to be a lot slimmer than its 9.9 mm profile. 

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    The buttons are kept black on all colors keeping a keen sense of contrast alive on the handsets. The phone weighs in at 124 gms and hence is not  the lightest phone available, but is well within the small category.

     

    Display and Hardware

    The Display on the Lumia 520 is a 4 inch 480 x800 px IPS LCD display making it extremely pleasing on the eyes, fairly bright outdoors and good at color reproduction. The display also has excellent viewing angles, which ensures the maximum use of the larger 4 inch display. 

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    The innards are a mix of a dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus processor, clocked at 1GHz, along with 512MB of RAM and expandable storage ( upto 64 GB) along with the fixed 8 GB of inbuilt space. You will also get 7 GB of Skydrive storage with each Lumia phone. The Graphics are handled by a capable Adreno 305 GPU.

    A few things that might bother users is the lack of a front facing camera and the missing LED flash on the rear  5 megapixel flasher. The 1430 mAh battery will remind you of the olden Nokia days due to its looks and removable nature.

    Windows 8 and Smartphone usage

    Nokia has really helped Windows grow as an ecosystem. With the Lumia 520, Nokia has once again got the Windows Phone experience close to the masses. Nokia adds a lot of custom apps and enhancements to make the Windows experience a lot better with their navigation, music and camera filters appealing truly to the masses (especially in India) . With the amber update due soon users will be able to use the FM radio on these phones, making them truly one for the masses, additional features including smart camera will also be released with the Amber update.

     

    In its current form Windows Phone 8 is a somewhat adolescent OS, maturing two folds from its initial years, we still wouldn’t call it a fully mature OS. Many users will miss the customizations and the liberties enjoyed with the likes of Android. Those upgrading from Symbian, Java or even Blackberry 7 OS will really appreciate it for its worth. 

    [pullquote_right]Office on the no-go[/pullquote_right]The size of the display is good enough but not big enough to get real office work done. Office integration exists and can be accessed on this phone, but the Nokia Lumia 520 seems cramped, especially when comparing it with slightly bigger Windows phone hardware. 

    The application base is growing on a daily basis, and even though developers prefer Android and iOS because of sheer market size, the ease with which apps can be made for Windows Phone encourages a lot of developers. 

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    Camera and Multimedia

    [pullquote_left]free unlimited Music[/pullquote_left]The included Nokia Music service giver users access to free unlimited Music for upto three moths, after which they have to opt in for a pricing plan. With this service users can literally listen to any kind of music and even create offline playlists to listen to later on. The screen is slightly dim, but bright enough for enjoying videos and images, audio playback is great as is video streaming and playback. Music through headphones is loud, but the included earphones are disappointing. 

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    The camera is a pretty basic 5 megapixel snapper, with a lot of noise and disturbance is low light images, affected more so by the lack of a flash module. The response from the camera is a little delayed, so you will need to steady your hand after you click a picture and wait for the preview to appear before you can move ahead. This will also be a problem if you have fast-moving subjects like kids or even pets. You still get camera lenses, so you can add filters or stylize your images, and the upcoming Smart camera will also be a great addition to the camera.

    Phone, Networks and Battery

    The phone call quality is solid, and networks are strong. With little or no disturbances on either end, you can hear callers great and the microphone picks you up for the person on the other end of the high bid spectrum.

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    Battery life will be a concern for users. With lost of features constantly asking for connectivity the Nokia Lumia 520 barely gets on through the day. Talk time is established at around 4 hours with Nokia’s claim of 9 hours nowhere near it. The 1430 mAh battery seems a little small for the hardware on the inside of this phone honestly and with apps like Nokia music constantly pinging servers, battery life is a big worry. 

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    Verdict

    Nokia has yet again made it possible for almost everyone to own Windows Phone 8, the hardware is good, responsive and well-built. Nokia  also ensures that users throughly enjoy the Windows Phone experience with their Lumia 520, thanks to the included apps and services, with more to come in the Amber update. However cost cutting measures are clearly evident, the lack of a front camera and LED flash for the rear camera, a strangely small battery and the lack of support for NFC, which even though is not a big deal today, comes in each of the other Lumia hardware via external covers if not natively. But considering the price of Windows phone devices, at its current price, the Lumia 520 offers a lot more than owners can bargain for. 

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    The Nokia Lumia 520 is a great all round package for people on the go, and people online, those who don’t delve too much into apps and customizations and don’t fear trying something new. The Nokia Lumia 520 is also a great switch from a cheaper Android device and also a good upgrade to the older Lumia 510 incase you plan it.

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  • Leica Mini M gets a preview before June 11th Launch

    Leica Mini M gets a preview before June 11th Launch

    The Leica Mini M was teased by the company recently, with a launch date set at June 11th, But an image of the camera has been found. Mirrorless Rumors has found an image on the french iPad app for the camera and a lot of information has come forth. 

    The Mini M from Leica will sport a 16.1 MP APS/C sensor with a fixed 28-70mm f/3.5-6.4 lens, rather than the interchangeable mount expected earlier. A body made entirely of Aluminum and support for an optional (expensive!) electronic viewfinder. 

    The new mini M will also support HD video capture with in body Image Stabilization and custom/ manual controls. The Leica Mini M will also ship with a licensed copy of Adobe Lightroom with the box. 

    More details should emerge on or before the launch and we will keep you posted. The expected price of the Mini M is  €2,450 or about Rs. 1,75,000 (before customs and tax). 

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  • Nexus 4 for India Review

    Nexus 4 for India Review

    Nexus 4, a smartphone that launched last year was speculated to arrive India soon after its global availability. The Nexus 4’s rumored launch dates for India got shunned, and prospective owners dealt with a lot of delay before the phone finally launched. LG brought the Nexus 4 to India under the assumption that the Indian people still wanted it. Was the company right ? Does the Nexus 4 bring about a world of difference in the way one looks at Android ? Lets find out!

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    Nexus 

    [pullquote_left]The Way Google Intended[/pullquote_left]A line of Mobile devices manufactured by an OEM brand selected by Google to lead into the area of expertise and build the Android flagship for that particular year. Apart from the lack of any form of software or network customizations or restrictions, they also have unlock-able bootloaders and are the first devices to receive instant Android Operating System updates. 

    In most cases Nexus units are responsibility of Google, sales in a particular country are pushed by Google and availability is also based on Google’s interest to bring forth the device. In India however, the only Nexus phone to have been made available prior to the Nexus 4 was the Nexus S. Just as the Nexus 4 was ignored in India initially, the Galaxy Nexus was not launched at all, despite huge demand for the successful handset. 

    LG decided to bring the Nexus 4 on their own accord, thanks to high public interest. Initially plans to bring in the Nexus 4 were sacked as the company thought it was not going to do well enough. The first few lots of Nexus 4 handsets also faced manufacturing issues, keeping the Nexus 4 virtually sold out, due to limited supplies. 

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    Build Quality, Design and Hardware 

    There is no question that the initial look at the design reminds us of the iPhone 4/4s with a glass front and a glass back fused on either sides of a solid shell. The difference here is that LG has actually rounded the device out a lot, the front blends into the solid plastic bezel which then flattens out into a glass back. 

    Problems with the Nexus 4’s back glass cracking in the heat have been aplenty and still exist. But, some are fortunate enough to not have that issue, the problem however persists. If the Nexus 4 is left in the sun, or put through intensive activities that cause the device to heat up, the glass back around the camera lens develops hairline cracks. 

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    Apart  from the cracking issues, the Nexus 4 is noticeably well built and definitely has a very premium design factor. The dotted, glittery back glass makes the device shimmer in the slightest gleam of any light, almost making the Nexus 4 appeal to a artsy tingle in the brain. Somewhat making you feel the sense of passion towards a mere black piece of Android Jelly Bean hardware.

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    Speaking of hardware, the Nexus 4 has just the right amount to justify the price unlike some seriously strange mistakes for India. Powered by a 2100 mAh Li-Po battery the Nexus 4 runs a Quad Core Snapdragon S4 Pro Krait processor clocking in 1.5 GHz of raw unadulterated silicone hum. The impressive Adreno 320 GPU ensures graphics performance along with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of fixed – non expandable storage for the Nexus 4. Google however ensures that each Android user now gets 15 gigs of cloud storage, incase you would like to consider that as a value addition. 

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    The front of the Nexus 4 has a brilliant LG display, True HD IPS Plus capacitive touchscreen with a 768 x 1280 px resolution clocking in a good 318 ppi. The addition of Gorilla Glass 2 on the front as well as the back give the phone strength, the unibody shell adds reinforcement. The back has a 8 Megapixel camera which is said to be quite terrible, we found otherwise (see below), the camera also does 1080p video at 30 fps. The front carries a 1.3 MP camera, only as good as it gets, capable of shoddy imagery and video. 

     

    Un-Salted Beans 

    (Stock Android Experience) 

    The fact that the Nexus 4 runs a stock version of Android actually has a lot of people in turmoil, we hope we can clarify some doubts. The Nexus 4, infact any Nexus phone, runs a stock unadulterated un-skinned version of Android out of the box. That means no – task manager, no floating weather animations and definitely no fancy dual picture camera shots. But the key word here is essentially “out of the box”, the Nexus 4 also give you, on the other hand, the maximum flexibility with the Android operating system. An unlock-able bootloader means the minute you get hold of the Nexus 4, you can root it and get developing. 

    [pullquote_left]Felxibilty with the Interface[/pullquote_left]The ability to use custom ROMs and skins is then endless, install widgets and apps from select manufacturers or even add your own custom UI, this is what truly makes the Nexus 4 experience fun. However the customization and open-ness is not for everyone. Some people want fancy UI’s out of the box. Pick up a Galaxy S3 and you have things like multi-window and fancy multi layer User interface, but with the Nexus 4 you have a bland boring flat UI from the get go.

    A first few days of the custom UI aside, you soon start playing with the Android open-ness and start trying to modify the phone to do interesting things. Splashing different user interfaces or even different launchers, different ROMs each day. It’s a time-consuming process, but on that makes you truly appreciate Android. As with each customization you find out another thing your phone is capable of. 

    Some on the other hand will love the vanilla experience, the way Google intended for Android to be, fast and snappy and completely flat.

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    Camera, Multimedia and Gaming

    The camera on the Nexus 4 has been critiqued heavily for not being close to expectations set by Google. With the latest Android 4.2.2 update from Google we found that the camera sensor although not the best, is quite good. Images are almost always in focus, well composed, rightly saturated and for those who stick to auto easily captured. A lot of flexibility is available on the Nexus 4 for the camera. Check the sample below. 

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    [pullquote_left]Washed out, But only in Comparison![/pullquote_left]When put in comparison to the Optimus G the Screen of the Nexus 4 appears to be washed out. The Optimus G’s display is a lot more deep and vibrant, whereas the Nexus 4 appears to be a little less effective. Many argue that the Galaxy S3 available at a similar price has a display which is a lot more appreciated. However, the Nexus 4 has a well-balanced display that not only works indoors it works great outdoors as well. Problems arise when you start comparing individual aspects of the display with other devices. The Nexus 4 is a great device for multimedia, audio is loud and crisp from the speaker and well handled during video playback. Whether you like online or offline multimedia the Nexus 4 can deliver a great performance. 

    Gaming is also well handled by the Nexus 4, the Adreno 320 is one of the most celebrated GPU of today’s hardware market. With the Nexus 4 you will see most games supported out of the box, incase you wish to download unsupported ones, you can do that by a simple root. The ample amount of graphics power and sufficient RAM make the hardware quite capable of gaming, in fact the only real problem gamers would end up facing with the Nexus 4 is the limited storage. 

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    Performance, Phone and Networks

    The Nexus 4, although launched last year, at current price is capable of dethroning most celebrated handsets. The pure OS experience not only gets quicker updates, but is a way to truly experience Android in its full potential as a smooth user interface. Apart from being the easiest day-to-day phone, users will realize soon that the Nexus 4 is capable of deep levels of multitasking, and expertly handled process distribution thanks to the great processing brain on the inside of the Nexus 4. 

    Mostly the performance of the Nexus 4 becomes evident in the initial uses, however for those who truly like to exploit the handset. The ability to root and install an overclocked kernel will speed up the performance. The most recent version allows up to 1.944 GHz on the 4 cores – Wow!

    The phone call quality and networks remain excellent, ensuring good usage of the handset’s primary function; calling. Network quality remains pristine even during commutes and the callers are audible pretty nicely through the earpiece. 

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    Battery Life

    Battery life is sufficient out of the box on the Nexus 4, if you do a lot of gaming you might want to underclock and undervolt your Nexus 4 to get an additional 90 minutes of on-screen time. Running stock though you get a good mix of battery life through a day – 5-6 hours of talk time, an hour of browsing, half hour of gaming and few hours of music can also be included.

     

    3G ON

    Pure Talk time : 7 Hours

    Pure Standby : 48 Hours
    Pure Gaming : 3.5 Hours 
    Pure Online : 6 hours
    Pure Music 8 – 10  hours[/tab]

     

    3G OFF

    Pure Talk time : 8.5 Hours
    Pure Standby : 54 Hours
    Pure Gaming : 4 Hours 
    Pure Online : 7 hours (wi-fi)
    Pure Music 8-10 hours[/tab]

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    Verdict

    [pullquote_left]Your Playground[/pullquote_left]Although a little late, the Nexus 4 has launched in India at an excellent price mark, lower than similar hardware equipped handsets, yet the first one to get updates. The Nexus 4 is also the most flexible hardware and a pretty premium looking handset. However, The Nexus 4 does lack the basic microSD expansion, possesses a sub par camera module, and somewhat cheeky display in comparison to its brother the Optimus G. That being said, if you want to experience Android, the way it was intended to be, then the Nexus 4 is your playground and Android is your sport. Even if that is not the case the Nexus 4 will satisfy!

    Hands on Video

     

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  • HTC One Still facing stock issues in India; Only few units on Sale

    HTC One Still facing stock issues in India; Only few units on Sale

    HTC One has started disappearing from shelves almost as soon as it hits them. The HTC One is one of the most anticipated Android Flagship devices in our country and it is truly getting the royal treatment. 

    The HTC One was launched back in April with stocks appearing on shelves only last week. Priced at Rs. 42,899 the handset has received great marks on reviews worldwide and from iGyaan. Several independent resellers and online e-commerce companies have confirmed that stocks are literally flying out from their physical and digital shelves as there is unprecedented demand for the HTC One. 

    Today the stocks are readily available as the company will officially open sale in their New Delhi Flagship store starting tomorrow. The HTC One can be had for about Rs. 42,000 or even slightly cheaper at local retailers who demand less margins and are willing to negotiate a little bit on the price. 

    The HTC One comes with a unibody Aluminum design which is built into a seamless unit which is 4mm at the slimmest and 9mm at the thickest. The New Blinkfeed UI lays out social feeds, news updates, calendar info, friends data and more right on the home screen of the phone in this new super smooth flowing interface. 

    Quick Specs Check

      • Android 4.1.2 with HTC Sense 5
      • Processor: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 600, quad-core, 1.7GHz
      • Total storage: 32GB/64GBi, available capacity varies 
      • RAM: 2GB DDR2
      • Battery: 2300 mAh embedded rechargeable Li-polymer battery

    CAMERA

      • BSI sensor, Pixel size 2.0 m, Sensor size 1/3′
      • Dedicated HTC ImageChip™ 2
      • F2.0 aperture and 28 mm lens
      • Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
      • Smart Flash: Five levels of flash automatically set by distance to subject
      • Front Camera: 88 wide angle lens with HDR capability
      • 1080p Full HD video recording for both front and back cameras
      • HDR Video
      • Continuous shooting and VideoPic
      • Slow motion video recording with variable speed playback
      • HTC Zoe™ with highlights and HTC Zoe™ Share
      • Retouch with Object Removal, Always Smile, and Sequence Shot

    CONNECTIVITY

      • 3.5 mm stereo audio jack
      • NFC capable
      • Compliant with Bluetooth 4.0
      • Bluetooth 4.0 with aptX™ enabled
      • Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 a/ac/b/g/n
      • DLNA® for wirelessly streaming media from the phone to a compatible TV or computer
      • Support consumer infrared remote control
      • micro-USB 2.0 (5-pin) port with mobile high-definition video link (MHL) for USB or HDMI connection (Special cable required for HDMI connection.)

    HTC BOOMSOUND™

      • Dual frontal stereo speakers with built-in amplifiers
      • Studio-quality sound with Beats Audio™
      • HDR Microphone
      • Sense Voice

    NETWORK

      • GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850/900/1800/1900 MHz)
      • WCDMA (1900/2100 (B2/B1) MHz)
      • CDMA (800/1900 BC0/BC1/BC10, Sprint)
      • LTE (1900 (B25, SPCS)
      • Frequencies will vary by region/operator

    SENSORS

      • Gyro sensor
      • Accelerometer
      • Proximity sensor
      • Ambient light sensor

    LOCATION

      • Internal GPS antenna + GLONASS
      • Digital compass

    AC ADAPTER

      • Voltage range/frequency: 100 ~ 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
      • DC output: 5 V and 1 A
      • SIZE: 137.4 x 68.2 x 9.3mm/4mm (max/min) 
      • WEIGHT: 143 grams with battery 
      • DISPLAY: 4.7 inch, Full HD 1080p, 468 PPI 

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  • Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8 and 6.3 launched in India Rs. 25,100 and Rs. 31,490 : (Hands On) (PR)

    Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8 and 6.3 launched in India Rs. 25,100 and Rs. 31,490 : (Hands On) (PR)

    Samsung has just launched the Galaxy Mega 5.8 and the Galaxy Mega 6.3 in India at a fairly reasonable price difference between the handsets. The Galaxy Mega 5.8 goes on sale for Rs. 25,100 while the Galaxy Mega 6.3 will be launched for Rs. 31,490. 

    Galaxy Mega Initial Impressions

    The first thing you will say once you handle these phones is “these phones are gigantic”, for reference in front of the Galaxy Mega 5.8 and 6.3 the Galaxy S4 looks considerably puny. The Galaxy Mega phones still remain slim and easily handle-able, thanks to the software tweaks using the phone with one hands is easy. Samsung’s “One Handed Use” a feature that puts keyboards and calling buttons on the primary hand side of the phone, just like it did on the Galaxy Note 2, extends its capabilities on the Galaxy Mega phones. 

    Loaded with Android 4.2.2 the Galaxy Mega phones resemble the Galaxy S4 with respect to UI looks and feel, and despite the major spec difference the handsets are quite snappy and responsive. The display on the Galaxy Mega 5.8 is a 5 point multi-touch, which is quite disappointing for a handset of this value and screen real estate.

    Both, the Galaxy Mega 5.8 and the Galaxy Mega 6.3 come with dual core processors, the one on the Galaxy Mega 6.3 is manufactured by Qualcomm, whereas the Galaxy Mega 5.8 carries the same chipset found in the Galaxy Grand, made by Broadcom.

    The Galaxy Mega phones have 8 MP cameras and front facing 1.9 MP cameras, with the possibility of 1080p video capture at 30fps. The Galaxy Mega 6.3 however will also get the Smart Camera features from the Galaxy S4 along with UI features like Multi Window and Air View. 

    Check out our Hands on Images below and stay tuned for the Video.

     

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    Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8 Images

     

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    Samsung GALAXY Mega 6.3 inches Product Specifications

     

    Display

    6.3-inch HD Super Clear LCD

    Processor

    1.7GHz Dual Core processor

    OS

    Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)

    Camera

    Main (Rear): 8 megapixel rear-facing camera

    Sub (Front): 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera

    Camera Feature

    Auto ,Beauty Face, Best Photo, Best Face , Continuous Shot , Best face , Sound & Shot , Rich Tone (High Dynamic Range),Panorama , Sports , Night

    Video

    MPEG4 , H.263,H.264, VC-1, VP8

    Recording/playback :1080@30fps

    Audio

    MP3, OGA , AAC , AAC+ , Eaac+ ,WMA, AMR-NB /WB

    FLAC , PCM , MID , IMY

    Services

    &

    Additional

    Features

    Group Play: Share Music, Share Picture, Share Document, Play Games

    Story Album, S Translator

    Air View, Multi Window, Pop Up Play

    Samsung ChatON mobile communication service

    Samsung WatchON

    Samsung Link, S Travel , S Voice 2.0

    Connectivity

    Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, WiFi Direct

    BT 4.0(BLE), USB 2.0 H/S

    GPS?GLONASS, NFC, MHL

    Sensor

    Accelerometer, light, Geomagnetic, Proximity, Gyroscope

    Memory

    16GB Internal Memory (microSD up to 64GB) ? 1.5GB RAM

    Dimension

    167.6 x 88 x 8.0 mm , 199g

    Battery

    Standard battery, Li-ion 3,200 mAh

       

     

    Samsung GALAXY Mega 5.8 inches Product Specifications

     

    Network

    HSPA?21/5.76

    Display

    5.8-inch QHD TFT

    Processor

    1.4GHz Dual Core Processor

    OS

    Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)

    Camera

    Main (Rear): 8 megapixel rear-facing camera

    Sub (Front): 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera

    Camera Feature

    Auto , Beauty Face, Best face , Continuous Shot , Best Photo, Sound &Shot , Panorama , Sports

    Video

    MPEG4, H.263 , H.264 , VC-1, DivX , Xvid , VP8

    Recording/Playback: 1080@30fps

    Audio

    MP3, OGG,AAC , AAC+, eAAC+ ,WMA , AMR-NB/WB , FLAC , PCM , MID , IMY

    Services

    &

    Additional

    Features

    Group Play: Share Picture, Share Document and Play Games

    Story Album, S Translator

    Multi Window

    Samsung ChatON mobile communication service

    Samsung Link, S Travel , S Voice 2.0

    Google Mobile

    Services

    Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, Google Latitude,

    Google Play Store, Google Plus, YouTube, Google Talk,

    Google Places, Google Navigation, Google Downloads, Voice Search

    Connectivity

    Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, WiFi Direct

    BT 4.0(BLE), USB 2.0 H/S

    GPS?GLONASS

    Sensor

    Accelerometer, Geomagnetic, Proximity, Light, Gyroscope

    Memory

    8GB Internal Memory (microSD up to 64GB) ? 1.5GB RAM

    Dimension

    162.6 x 82.4 x 9.0 mm,  182g

    Battery

    Standard battery, Li-ion 2,600 mAh

     

    [toggle title=”Press Release”]‘Stay smart, Live Large’ with Samsung GALAXY Mega
    New GALAXY Mega models offer the latest smartphone features with an extensive viewing experience.
    Delhi, May 28, 2013 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today announced the launch of Samsung GALAXY Mega, a device that combines the portability and convenience of a smartphone with the power, multitasking capabilities and extensive viewing experience of a tablet. Two models of Samsung Galaxy Mega , with 5.8 inches and 6.3 inches screen sizes , are being launched .The newest addition to the GALAXY family , the Mega series balances an optimal viewing experience on a large screen, yet is ultra-thin and portable enough to put into a pocket or hold in one hand. The GALAXY Mega offers a mix of popular smartphone and tablet features such as an effortless user experience, a split screen, multitasking between video and other apps and more.
    “Consumers in India as in other parts of the world are preferring the larger screen displays in their Smartphones owing to the time they spend doing more with their devices – staying connected with their work and friends/family , web browsing , extensive multimedia viewing and more,” states Mr. Vineet Taneja , Country Head , Samsung Mobile and Digital Imaging Business .“To meet the varying lifestyles of our consumers, we are very pleased to offer the GALAXY Mega which further enriches the product portfolio of our award-winning GALAXY series.”
    Best of Both Worlds
    The GALAXY Mega is an ideal choice for customers who want to get the most out of their device: device that brings great quality at an even greater value. The GALAXY Mega enables an exceptional widescreen view for various applications including web browsing, video, and SNS.
    The GALAXY Mega is also light and thin for incredible portability and easy, convenient mobile phone use. Customers can stay connected with a variety of new phone features including:
    Group Play: Enables easy content sharing of games, documents and pictures
    Samsung Link: Easily streams photos, videos, notes, or music to your television, tablet or computer

    S Translator: Say or text what you need translated into the GALAXY Mega, and it will provide instant translation, using text or voice translation on applications including email, and ChatON.

    Productivity and Multimedia for the Multi-Tasker
    GALAXY Mega users will accomplish more with the rich, interactive experience and increased usability of the widescreen mode. Split screen capability for a variety of applications including email, messages, ‘MyFiles,’ ‘S Memo,’ and more, makes for increased efficiency. With the popular ‘Air View’ feature available in the Galaxy Mega (6.3 inches), customers can preview information in emails, photos in Gallery, and speed dial contacts.
    The GALAXY Mega is equipped with an enhanced 8 megapixel rear-facing camera with a 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera, along with a variety of camera modes including ‘Sound & Shot’ (captures 9 seconds of sound and voice together as the picture is taken to capture moments), ‘Sports’ and more. The device also packs various newly-introduced features for endless entertainment, including: ‘S Travel’: Provides trip information, local guides and resources and more and ‘Story Album’: Allows customers to create albums of daily events, keep special moments in one place using a timeline, geo-tag information and publish digital albums in hard copy.
    Both GALAXY Mega 6.3 inches and 5.8 inches run on the latest Android 4.2 Jelly Bean experience, and feature Dual Core Processor, spacious internal storage along with up to 64GB of expandable memory to store favorite apps, music, videos, photos and more. The devices’ advanced software also facilitates more efficient processor use for improved battery life, meaning users can enjoy longer talk time and multimedia use.
    Product Pricing: The Samsung GALAXY Mega 5.8 inches will be available in the market within a week , while the GALAXY Mega 6.3 inches will be introduced in the market in mid June 2013. While the GALAXY Mega with 5.8 inches qHD TFT Display screen is priced at Rs 25,100/- , the GALAXY Mega with 6.3 inches HD Super Clear LCD Screen is priced at Rs. 31,490/-.
    The GALAXY Mega is being launched with special offers from RCom and Vodafone . RCom customers buying Samsung GALAXY Mega will get 2GB data per month free for 3 months as well as unlimited access to Big Movies Library , unlimited WhatsApp , Twitter , Facebook during this period . Vodafone customers too will get access to 2GB data download per month free for two months (3G + 2G).
    About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of televisions, smartphones, personal computers, printers, cameras, home appliances, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. We employ 236,000 people across 79 countries with annual sales of US$187.8 billion. To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com.
    Note to Editors:
    Samsung GALAXY Mega 6.3 inches Product Specifications
    Display
    6.3-inch HD Super Clear LCD
    Processor
    1.7GHz Dual Core processor
    OS
    Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
    Camera
    Main (Rear): 8 megapixel rear-facing camera
    Sub (Front): 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera
    Camera Feature
    Auto ,Beauty Face, Best Photo, Best Face , Continuous Shot , Best face , Sound & Shot , Rich Tone (High Dynamic Range),Panorama , Sports , Night
    Video
    MPEG4 , H.263,H.264, VC-1, VP8
    Recording/playback :1080@30fps
    Audio
    MP3, OGA , AAC , AAC+ , Eaac+ ,WMA, AMR-NB /WB
    FLAC , PCM , MID , IMY
    Services
    &
    Additional
    Features
    Group Play: Share Music, Share Picture, Share Document, Play Games
    Story Album, S Translator
    Air View, Multi Window, Pop Up Play
    Samsung ChatON mobile communication service
    Samsung WatchON
    Samsung Link, S Travel , S Voice 2.0
    Connectivity
    Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, WiFi Direct
    BT 4.0(BLE), USB 2.0 H/S
    GPS?GLONASS, NFC, MHL
    Sensor
    Accelerometer, light, Geomagnetic, Proximity, Gyroscope
    Memory
    16GB Internal Memory (microSD up to 64GB) ? 1.5GB RAM
    Dimension
    167.6 x 88 x 8.0 mm , 199g
    Battery
    Standard battery, Li-ion 3,200 mAh

    Samsung GALAXY Mega 5.8 inches Product Specifications
    Network
    HSPA?21/5.76
    Display
    5.8-inch QHD TFT
    Processor
    1.4GHz Dual Core Processor
    OS
    Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
    Camera
    Main (Rear): 8 megapixel rear-facing camera
    Sub (Front): 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera
    Camera Feature
    Auto , Beauty Face, Best face , Continuous Shot , Best Photo, Sound &Shot , Panorama , Sports
    Video
    MPEG4, H.263 , H.264 , VC-1, DivX , Xvid , VP8
    Recording/Playback: 1080@30fps
    Audio
    MP3, OGG,AAC , AAC+, eAAC+ ,WMA , AMR-NB/WB , FLAC , PCM , MID , IMY
    Services
    &
    Additional
    Features
    Group Play: Share Picture, Share Document and Play Games
    Story Album, S Translator
    Multi Window
    Samsung ChatON mobile communication service
    Samsung Link, S Travel , S Voice 2.0
    Google Mobile
    Services
    Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, Google Latitude,
    Google Play Store, Google Plus, YouTube, Google Talk,
    Google Places, Google Navigation, Google Downloads, Voice Search
    Connectivity
    Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, WiFi Direct
    BT 4.0(BLE), USB 2.0 H/S
    GPS?GLONASS
    Sensor
    Accelerometer, Geomagnetic, Proximity, Light, Gyroscope
    Memory
    8GB Internal Memory (microSD up to 64GB) ? 1.5GB RAM
    Dimension
    162.6 x 82.4 x 9.0 mm, 182g
    Battery
    Standard battery, Li-ion 2,600 mAh

    ? Availability and launching time of the services may differ by region.
    ? Android, Google, Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, Google Latitude, Google Play, Google Plus, YouTube, Google Talk, Google Places, Google Navigation, Google Downloads and Voice Search are trademarks of Google Inc.
    ? All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.[/toggle]

  • Watch the Launch of the Samsung Galaxy Mega Phones in India; Live on iGyaan

    Watch the Launch of the Samsung Galaxy Mega Phones in India; Live on iGyaan

    As we reported earlier, Samsung is ready to launch the Samsung Galaxy Mega in India. The main even will happen in Chennai, and will begin at 12:15 PM you can catch the Live Stream video below.

    We will be getting the updates directly to you on Facebook and Twitter.

     

  • White Nexus 4 16GB Goes on Sale in India

    White Nexus 4 16GB Goes on Sale in India

    The Google Nexus 4 has been surrounded by rumors of a white version going on sale for months now. The White Nexus 4 was spotted at I/O several times and while Google made no official announcement, the White Nexus 4 was expected to be launched at Google’s June 10th event. 

    While the world awaits this elusive announcement, the White Nexus 4 has gone on Sale in India, and some lucky owners have already bought the white version from stores in New Delhi. The price remains same as the Black version and the capacity also remains the same at 16 GB. 

    It is highly unusual for a unannounced Google product to go on sale in India, let alone be launched. Maybe LG is trying to recover for the delayed launch of the original Nexus 4 by launching the white version before it gets launched anywhere else in the world. Or maybe some retailers couldn’t wait to make a sale, either way LG will be getting a lot of tweets today. 

    We will get you more details as and when we can and we will also try to go hands on with the product. You can watch our hands on with the black version below and the full review on the Nexus 4 also goes out today.

    If the White Nexus 4 is actually available to buy here in India, we can only expect LG to furnish an official announcement soon enough. 

    Stay Tuned!

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  • Sony to launch the Weather-resistant Xperia Tablet Z in India 29th May Rs. 44990/-

    Sony to launch the Weather-resistant Xperia Tablet Z in India 29th May Rs. 44990/-

    Sony’s weatherproof Xperia Tablet Z was shown off at the launch of the Xperia Z, but the company did not announce its arrival into the Indian Market. Up until now anyway! Sony India has confirmed that the Sony Xperia Tablet Z will be available starting Wed 29th May in India for a price of Rs. 44990/-.

    Sony has a lot of firsts for the Xperia Tablet Z, including the thinnest tablet title. The Xperia Tablet Z measures in at only 6.9 mm making it the slimmest tablet in the world. The Tablet runs Sony custom TimeScape UI on top of Android 4.1 and will also get the Android 4.2 update later this year. 

    Hardware wise the tablet comes with a 1.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset along with an Adreno 320 GPU and 2 Gigs of RAM. You also get 32 GB of flash storage and dual HD cameras with a 8 MP main camera and a 2.2 MP front camera both capable of 1080p video. 

    The Xperia Tablet Z is LTE equipped and comes with a micro SIM slot for network connections over GSM networks. A 6000 mAh battery powers the tablet a sealed Xperia Z design form keeps it water resistant and dust proof. We will get you live updates from the launch on our social networks as well as on iGyaan, stay tuned. 

    Watch below as Bharat checks out the Xperia Tablet Z:

     

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