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  • Exclusive : Xiaomi To Drop Price Of Mi MIX 2 To Rs. 24999

    Exclusive : Xiaomi To Drop Price Of Mi MIX 2 To Rs. 24999

    Xiaomi launched the Mi MIX 2 in India on the October 10th 2017 for a price of Rs 35999. After more than six months of its official launch, Xiaomi is planning a drastic price drop for the Mi MIX 2. Sources close and exclusive to iGyaan have reported that Xiaomi is planning to slash the price of the Mi MIX 2 to Rs 24999.

    Xiaomi recently launched the Mi MIX 2s in China and just like the Mi MIX 2, the new Mi MIX 2s could also make its way to the Indian market. This could be one of the main reasons why Xiaomi is willing to bring the price of the Mi MIX 2 down in India. In early-May, OnePlus will launch its new flagship device, the OnePlus 6 at a price very similar to the current price of the Mi MIX 2 (around Rs 34000). With the OnePlus 6 being a modern flagship with better specifications, Xiaomi would want to avoid clashing with it in a price sensitive market like India.

    Mi MIX 2s

    So far, there has been no communication from the company about a possible Mi MIX 2s launch in India. This means that this decision could be a pre-emptive one with the OnePlus 6 launch in consideration. However, for now, the reason for the price drop cannot be confirmed but, only speculated.

    At the time of the launch, the Mi MIX 2 was up against the likes of the OnePlus 5 and Nokia 8, both of which had an inferior design and build quality. Over the months since its launch, companies like OnePlus and Honor launched the OnePlus 5T and Honor View 10, respectively with a new design and similar specifications and a cheaper price tag. This meant the Mi MIX 2 had competition in terms of design, specifications and the price as well.

    Gesture Support On MIX 2 After MIUI 9.5 Update

    The design and build quality of the MIX 2 was highly appreciated at the time of its launch. The tri bezel-less design with a thicker chin meant that Xiaomi could offer a great screen-to-body ratio as well. In our review of the Mi MIX 2, we found the camera performance of the smartphone to be lacking and that was about it. As a whole, the Mi MIX 2 was and is a great phone and at a price of Rs 24999, it could be a steal.

    Stay tuned for more updates.

  • iGyaan Exclusive : Galaxy Note 2 To Feature New S Pen Interface

    iGyaan Exclusive : Galaxy Note 2 To Feature New S Pen Interface

    According to our reliable insider resources from the industry, the Samsung Galaxy Note 2, which is to be launched at IFA later this month, will feature a new interface for the S Pen. Along with that, the ‘phablet’ will also have almost 20 new features overall. 

    According to the latest rumors, the device would most likely come with a 5.5″ Super AMOLED Screen with 16/32GB internal memory and 1.5GB of RAM. On the back would be a 13MP Camera with 1080p recording at 30fps. It is said to be powered by a Quad-Core Exynos 5250 processor and be HSPA+, LTE compatible. It is likely to be shipped with Android Jelly Bean outside the box

    We Will be covering the event Live from Berlin! Stay tuned!
     

  • Sunday Specials : Micromax A90 Superfone (Hands on Images + Video ) ready for Launch alongside another monster A100?

    Sunday Specials : Micromax A90 Superfone (Hands on Images + Video ) ready for Launch alongside another monster A100?

    Mr. Blurrycam and shaky hands sent us a set of hands on images and video of the upcoming Micromax A90 Superfone. This comes after iGyaan exclusively reported the phone being leaked a few days back. The details are now clearer than ever, A 4.3 inch Super Amoled screen, Dual Sim Cards and Android 4.0.3 among other UI tweaks and a fast interface. 

    Want more? there is a Full HD, 1080p capture,Video camera that shoots high quality 8 MP stills and has a high sensitivity sensor. There is also a front 1.3 MP camera and guess what – slider door usb port cover, the kinds we like. 

    The price of the phone you ask? The phone will come into market for around Rs. 12,500 /-, that’s impressive considering a dual core, dual sim, Amoled display with Android 4.0 ICS. 

    But, the story does not end here, iGyaan Also reported a leaked image of a Micromax upcoming phone, the A100 Superfone, little details of this monster have also surfaced. The phone will sport a 5 inch display with( take this ) “features to rival the Galaxy Note”. Will Micromax really come out with a Pen Input 5 inch Dual Sim phone?

    More details of this phone include 8 MP camera, Dual Core chipset ( same as the one in A90) and a price of Indian Rs. 14999/- .

    Take it with a pinch of salt. More details to come as soon as we get them , information also points to a Aug 8th or Aug 9th Release date of these two phones. If that happens, we will report from there live.

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  • iGyaan Exclusive : Micromax A52 with AISHA and 1 GHz ready for Launch

    iGyaan Exclusive : Micromax A52 with AISHA and 1 GHz ready for Launch

    Micromax is working on an upgrade to the A50 with AISHA, called the A52 , the new smartphone will feature a 1GHz processor with dual sim capabilities. The phone will be available in Yellow, White & Black and will have a 3.2 inch capacitive LCD. The price is expected to be around Rs. 6,000 which would make this an exclusive product in this price range with such features.

    Sources reveal that the phone will be launched within days with a marketing campaign based around AISHA and 1 GHz chipset, just as we saw for the A50. The phone will come with Gingerbread , with a supposed update to ICS available soon. If the device truly launches for 6k it might just make our list of best phone to buy.

    Wait for more information and see our unboxing of A50 below.

  • Exclusive : Samsung Galaxy SIII Launching in India 1st week of June, Prices out

    Exclusive : Samsung Galaxy SIII Launching in India 1st week of June, Prices out

    So its time again for some inside news. Several of our sources are talking up the Samsung Galaxy SIII and the fact that it will be showing up in India early Next Month.

    According to our Samsung insiders, the company will hold a launch event sometime in the 1st week of June and immediately have the device available in the market. The pricing information also seems to be hinting that the device will be launched at Rs. 35999/- as the MRP on the boxed unit of the Galaxy SIII.

    The Samsung Galaxy SIII, an upgrade to the superbly popular Samsung Galaxy SII, was launched last week at an even held in London.

    The company has taken a different approach to the design of its handset and instead of the boxy design have now gone with a more fluid and organic design with rounded edges. The S3 comes with a 4.8 inch Super AMOLED Display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 px making it 306 pixels per inch. An 8MP camera with HD video and a 1.9MP front camera for HD Video calling.

    As far as the chipset is concerned, the Exynos 4212 Quad core with 1.4GHz clock speed goes under the hood along side a Mali-400MP GPU. Three storage options 16/32/64 GB storage and 1 GB RAM give the buyer possibly the best set.

    Also according to our sources the Galaxy SIII will only be available in the 16GB version in India.

  • Micromax Launches the A85 SuperFone in India (PR)

    Micromax Launches the A85 SuperFone in India (PR)

    Like Wow, Micromax finally launches the A85 Superfone in India. Boys and girls, months after the device was leaked on iGyaan Micromax has finally made the A85 Superfone official. The device is the first Micromax device with a dual core Nvidia Tegra 2 Processor. The UI is custom made with gestures and final touches from Micromax.

    Key Specs of the A85 Superfone Include

    • 1 GHz Nvidia Tegra 2 Processor  with  Geforce8
    • Android 2.2 + Upgradeable
    • 512 MB RAM- 8 Gb onboard storage
    • 3.8 inch screen with 480×800 pixel resolution
    • Capacitive Touch Screen with 4 Multitouch points
    • 5 Megapixel camera with tap focus and intelligent illumination
    • 1080p full hd video
    The company has set the MRP of the device at Rs. 19,990/-

    Check out the Leaked Videos by Bharat

     

     

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    Micromax unveils A85 SUPERFONE with Gesture Control

     

     

     

    –          Powered with 1GHz dual core NVIDIA Tegra 2 Processor

     

     

     

    –          A85 offers multitasking functionality, exceptional web experience and console-quality gaming on the move

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    New Delhi, November 21st, 2011 Micromax Informatics Limited (“Micromax”), the 12th largest handset manufacturer in the World (According to Global Handset Vendor Market share report from Strategy Analytics), creates a new benchmark in enriching user experience in the smartphone category by unveiling A85 ‘SUPERFONE’

     

     

     

    Powered with a 1.0 GHz Dual Core NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor and Android 2.2 Froyo (upgradable to Ginger Bread) the users can work on various applications at the same time, like browse the Internet, check mail, blog, share photographs, and update their status on social networking sites at a lighting fast speed.

     

     

     

    The uniqueness of the device is Gesture Control : A85 Superfone features the amazing capability to understand and respond to hand gestures, allowing to command over answering/ rejecting, scrolling Contacts, Gallery, Music player, Calendar and E Mail.

     

     

     

    For the gaming enthusiasts, A85 offers console quality gaming. Also, the users get to download more than 2 lakh applications available with the Google Android platform.

     

     

     

    The worldwide smartphone market is forecasted to grow 55% year over year in 2011 as a growing number of users turn in their feature phones for more advanced devices. Also, with the growing Android share worldwide, India becomes an important destination in propelling the mobile penetration through Android-powered smart phones.

     

     

     

    Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rahul Sharma, Executive Director, Micromax Informatics Ltd. said “The Indian consumers have a great appetite for newer technology adoption and this inspired us come up with a product which is leap ahead of the current generation of smartphones. We think that the new SUPERFONE category of phones will help the existing feature phone users to the latest technology innovation (Gesture Control) from Micromax.

     

     

     

    Mr. Vishal Dhupar, Managing Director, NVIDIA, Asia-South said, “We are excited to partner with Micromax for their latest smartphone especially crafted for Indian users. Be it playing high-quality games or listening to music, today’s consumers require much more in their mobile handsets. Micromax A85 powered by the NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor will provide users with an enriched mobile experience with premium graphics, smooth audio-video playback, astounding gameplay, all this while consuming low battery power!”

     

     

     

    The A85 comes with a 3.8” capacitive touchscreen, powered by NVIDIA Cortex A9 and 1.0 GHz Dual Core processor which can be used in parallel giving more power and speed to the device. The phone runs on Android 2.2 Froyo upgradable to Ginger bread and is packed with features like gesture control, Wi-Fi enabled, dual camera (5.0 MP back camera and 0.3 MP front camera) with auto focus.

     

     

     

    The A85 has a TFT screen with a resolution of 480 X 800 pixels and is fitted with Gorilla glass for better durability and damage resistance. Micromax A85 comes with preloaded mobile applications like M! ROAMER, M! TRIM, M!APPS, SAAVN, NETQIN ANTIVIRUS, NETQIN MOBILE GUARD, TOI, BSE/NSE, ACCU WEATHER, TXTR EBOOK READER, FACEBOOK, WHATS APP, NIMBUZZ, OPERA, ZOOMIN(POSTCARD), QUIKR, IPLT20, YOUTUBE, TEENPATTI, RIPTIDE and office solution POLARIS OFFICE 3.0 which let end users easily read and edit various format documents on the go.

     

     

     

    It comes with a 5.0 MP camera with 7.2x zoom auto focus, to give you a good picture quality. It is also capable of HD Video Recording 720p – 1080p and comes with a multi format video player giving you an ultimate cinematic experience of your favorite videos and movies.

     

     

     

    A85 is available at an attractive price of MOP 19900/-

     

     

     

    This model will be available across all leading outlets in India.  For more information, please visit www.micromaxsuperfone.com

     

     

     

    About Micromax:

     

     

     

    Micromax is the 12th largest handset manufacturer in the World (According to Global Handset Vendor Market share report from Strategy Analytics). The Indian brand is reaching out to the global frontier with innovative products that challenge the status quo that Innovation comes with a price. Micromax has sales presence across India and global presence in Hong Kong, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri-Lanka, Maldives, UAE, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Afghanistan and Brazil.

     

     

     

    * Micromax holds the 3rd position amongst the handset manufacturers in India as pre revenue with a market share of 6.9% for the FY 2011. (Source: V&D report)

     

     

     

    About NVIDIA

     

    NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) awakened the world to computer graphics when it invented the GPU in 1999. Today, its processors power a broad range of products from smart phones to supercomputers. NVIDIA’s mobile processors are used in cell phones, tablets and auto infotainment systems.  PC gamers rely on GPUs to enjoy spectacularly immersive worlds. Professionals use them to create visual effects in movies and design everything from golf clubs to jumbo jets.  And researchers utilize GPUs to advance the frontiers of science with high-performance computing.The company holds more than 2,100 patents worldwide, including ones covering ideas essential to modern computing. For more information, see www.nvidia.in

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  • iG Exclusive : Micromax A85 SuperPhone Hands On (Video)

    iG Exclusive : Micromax A85 SuperPhone Hands On (Video)

    This is one of those moments that makes you feel proud. We got an exclusive hands on with the new upcoming Micromax A85 Super Phone, and we are happy to say the device is quite impressive. The overall specs mentioned in our earlier rumors match with the actual final device. The screen on the Micromax A85 is a Gorilla Glass coated, 3.8 inch 480×800 pixel display which has vivid color composition. The device also has a muti-touch surface and importantly is based on the Nvidia Tegra 2 Processor with 1GHz dual core chipset and a dedicated GPU (Geforce8). The overall interface of the device is quite smooth and Micromax for once has done some unique customizations to the Android Build.

    Android on this device is still however 2.2 (froyo) but the company insider promises that the Android 2.3 build is already-ready and undergoing testing. We are keeping our fingers crossed with that. The interface has a unique mix of apps and widgets with an option of multiple launchers from the initial rom. The device also features Gesture control which can be seen in a limited number of inbuilt applications such as Email, messaging, contacts, etc.  The gesture controls can be used to navigate through the picture gallery and play/pause and forward/rewind in the music /video players. The gestures main use will come into the phone app with which you can answer or silence incoming calls, and with the wave of your hand you can put the phone into Speakerphone mode while in a call.

    The device scored well in our initial hands on, as we also got a chance to add some benchmark apps and run them to get mighty impressive scores, which you will be able to see in the upcoming video shortly. The device is Micromax’s first attempt in the Rs. 15,000+ handset market and it seems like Micromax choose the right device. The initial impressions with the speaker and the video playback were impressive. The “Intelligent Illumination” camera was also fast to focus and click pictures even in dim lighting. The price of the phone is expected around the 18-19K mark ,but we are hoping for a drop soon after launch.

    Check out our flurry of first hands on images below, and stay tuned for the complete video after the break.

     

     Hands On Videos

  • iGyaan Exclusive : HTC Launches the New HTC Explorer (PR) Updated

    iGyaan Exclusive : HTC Launches the New HTC Explorer (PR) Updated

    HTC along with Vodafone have launched the new HTC Explorer in India. We are live at the event 

     

    Spec Sheet

    • Size / Weight: 102.7 x 58.5 x 12.8 mm
    • Networks: HSDPA 900/2100
    • Operating System: Android Gingerbread
    • Display: 3.2” HVGA resolution
    • Camera: 3MP
    • Internal Memory: 512MB eMMC, 384MB DDR1 RAM
    • Memory Card: 2GB MicroSD™ pre-installed
    • WLAN: 802.11 b/g/n
    • Bluetooth®: 3.0 w/EDR
    • GPS: GPS/AGPS
    • Battery: 1,230 mAh
    • Special Features: G-sensor, Light sensor, Compass, Proximity sensor, MicroUSB, 3.5mm audio jack
    • Chipset Qualcomm®: MSM7227600 MHz
    • UX: HTC Sense

    Data Plans for India:  Vodafone users will get double data on some 3G plans, which include 200MB for Rs 100, 1GB for Rs 375 and 2GB for Rs 650 plans. You can activate these plans by sending EXPLORER to 111. However it is only valid till December 31.

    Pricing: HTC Explorer has been priced it INR 12,650 in India Seems a bit steep, Expect the device to sell for around 10k in the market.

    We will have the hands on video along with the full event video up shortly.

     

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    EXPAND THE GLOBAL MARKET FOR AFFORDABLE SMARTPHONES

     

     

     

    HTC Explorer delivers an affordable smartphone with HTC Sense and distinct design

     

     

     

    NEW DELHI, INDIA – September 29, 2011 – HTC Corporation, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today unveiled HTC Explorer, its most affordable smartphone and the latest addition to its global portfolio of devices. HTC Explorer brings an advanced smartphone experience to first time smartphone customers.  With a curved and compact design, a 3.2” HVGA touchscreen and 3MP camera, HTC Explorer offers smartphone performance in an attractive and affordable phone.

     

     

     

    “HTC Explorer is an easy-to-use smartphone that puts the customer in control, providing quick access to their most important content and information,” said Jason Mackenzie, president of global sales and marketing, HTC Corporation. “HTC Explorer is simply a smarter phone for anyone and it represents another clear demonstration of HTC’s global commitment to expanding the market for advanced smartphones.”

     

     

     

    HTC Sense

     

    With HTC Sense™ integrated, customers experience sharp graphics, vibrant animations, a wide variety of widgets and a cinematic and immersive weather experience. HTC Explorer also includes a customizable lock screen that functions as a real-time window to the customer’s most important information and content, such as social updates, photos, weather or stock updates that are viewed by simply waking up the display. The lock screen also enables quick access to the camera for capturing those important moments. It also includes a new Smart Dialer that displays a one-touch menu for quick, easy dialing of contacts.

     

     

     

    Stay connected with family and friends

     

    Track social updates from colleagues, friends and family with the People widget that displays social updates in a single easy-to-view thread. You can also easily send a photo, video clip or location in a message with just one touch.

     

     

     

    Fast Intuitive Web Browsing

     

    HTC Explorer provides a complete web browsing experience with Adobe® Flash® support, and is the first in its class with a HVGA display, allowing you to run nearly all of the applications in Android Market. Smart URL prediction provides quick access to the top 100 websites, while automatic URL correction streamlines web navigation. Users can make restaurant reservations or connect to customer service hotlines just by tapping the phone numbers listed on any website. And if you’ve forgotten to print out the map of your destination, simply tap on the address to bring up a real-time map and its location.

     

     

     

    Take control of your life

     

    The HTC Explorer allows you to access multiple work and personal email accounts and combine different calendars into a single view. Appointments from each calendar are displayed in different colours to deliver a clearer picture of your busy day. New calendar invites are also managed from one tab allowing you determine the best use of your time. HTC Explorer offers you control over your data and mobile services with a usage monitor that tracks your call minutes, messages and data to keep you on top of your spending.

     

     

     

    Availability

     

    The HTC Explorer will be available across key markets in EMEA and Asia from Q4 2011 in Metallic Black, Active Black, Metallic Navy and Active Navy. Users will be also able to customize their HTC Explorer with a range of exchangeable back covers in fun and exciting colors including Metallic Blue, Metallic Orange, Metallic White and Metallic Purple.

     

     

     

    About HTC

     

    HTC Corporation (HTC) is one of the fastest growing companies in the mobile industry. By putting people at the center of everything it does, HTC creates innovative smartphones and tablets that better serve the lives and needs of individuals. The company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange under ticker 2498. For more information about HTC, please visit www.htc.com.

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  • Micromax A85 Superfone Press shots leaked

    Micromax A85 Superfone Press shots leaked

    Remember we posted the first images of the A85 back in June with an update of confirmed specs earlier this month. Now some official press shots of the device have come into play confirming the shape and specs of the device. The device will be finally called the A85 Superfone as indicated by the images. 

    The images also confirm the 5MP autofocus camera on the back of the device along, unfortunately there is no flash led. Back seems to be rubberized metal constructionn but we really cant comment on the device before we get a hands on. 

    Our Source had earlier given the following confirmed specs:

    • A Tegra 2 Processor  with  Geforce8
    • Android 2.3 Gingerbread
    • 1 GHZ dual core – 2 x Arm Cortex A9 processors
    • 512 MB RAM- 8 Gb onboard storage
    • 3.8 inch screen with 480×800 pixel resolution
    • Capacitive Touch Screen with 4 Multitouch points
    • 5 Megapixel camera with tap focus and intelligent illumination

    It appears that intelligent illumination will be within the camera and not using a flash led. Pricing speculation remains between 15500-18500 we still have no confirmed reports.
    We are trying to get a hands on with the device, you can expect it soon.

     

  • iG Exclusive : Micromax Working on a Dual Core Android PowerPhone : Leaked | Update : its the A85

    iG Exclusive : Micromax Working on a Dual Core Android PowerPhone : Leaked | Update : its the A85

    Originally Published on: Jul 14, 2011 @ 14:00

    Update: we have confirmed new that this device is now called the Micromax A85 , the specs remain final.

    Whats up butterflies of the inter-webs, we have exclusive news for you folks. Micromax is working on a dual core smartphone for the Indian Market. Currently dubbed “PowerPhone” expect a “Poseidon”, “Titan”  or “Hercules” type of name on launch.

    The new device will be based around a phone made in the depths of Chinese Manufactories. Micromax will add its design hues but more or less the specs will remain the same.

    Rumored Specs will include:

    • A Tegra 2 Processor  with  Geforce8
    • Android 2.3 Gingerbread
    • 1 GHZ dual core – 2 x Arm Cortex A9 processors
    • 512 MB RAM- 8 Gb onboard storage
    • 3.8 inch screen with 480×800 pixel resolution
    • Capacitive Touch Screen with 4 Multitouch points
    • 5 Megapixel camera with tap focus and intelligent illumination
    Rumors point to a possible drop of the onboard storage to make the device affordable. There is also a front facing camera and a 1650mah battery. 
    Whatever may be the case the device is set to launch later this year with a price tag of less than  Rs. 18,000/-

     Hold on while we try to get an official word on this, so to happen Rumor!

    Update: we have confirmed new that this device is now called the Micromax A85 , the specs remain final.

    Remember we dropped first information on this device back in June!

  • Exclusive : HP DV6 6121TX Unboxing and Comparison

    Exclusive : HP DV6 6121TX Unboxing and Comparison

    We got our hands on the brother of DV6 6017 tx that we Unboxed and Reviewed earlier. The HP DV6 6121TX adds few major upgrades and does not affect the price of the computer.

     

    Available in the market for about INR. 54,000/-

    HP DV6 6121TX Specs Sheet

     

     

     

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    Unboxing Video

    Stay tuned for an in-depth review. 

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  • iG Exclusive : BlackBerry Bold 9900 Touch goes on Sale in India, limited pre Launch Stock

    iG Exclusive : BlackBerry Bold 9900 Touch goes on Sale in India, limited pre Launch Stock

    Like we promised the new Blackberry Bold 9900 touch has gone on sale in India. The price is also the same as we promised INR 32,500. The device can be bought from select retailers.

    If you happen to be in Delhi

    You can get the device at 31,500/-  Limited stock is available.

    The launch of the Bold 9900 Touch is set for 18th August.

    We we have an exclusive unboxing and hands on coming your way in a bit.

  • Blackberry Bold Touch 9900 Launch dates Confirmed for India

    Blackberry Bold Touch 9900 Launch dates Confirmed for India

    We reported earlier that the Bold 9900 is coming in the second week of August. After a long discussing with Vodafone CMO Kumar Ramanathan, we were able to collect that the device is infact coming in August, but the launch dates have been shifted to either 20th or 25th of August.

    All the stock for the Blackberry Devices is already in India and has cleared customs, warehouses are stocking the devices and sale of the device will begin almost immediately after the launch event.

    We are really looking forward to the launch of this device, we truly support the fact that it will do magic for our Blackberry Division

    He also said that the call centers were gathering record enquiries for the device, some stating the source as our website.

    The Bold Touch 9900 will be RIM’s first device to have a qwerty – touchscreen combo in a candybar design, it also has the first 1.2 ghz processor to have ever appeared in a Blackberry device. A 287dpi pixel density means this device is going to be easy on the eyes. At just 10.5mm thick, this device will be the thinnest ever from RIM/blackberry. 

    The outside shell of the device is made out of machined steel, along with carbon fibre composite for the back panel. The liquid graphics based LCD display has a toughened glass exterior.

    Pricing speculation still remains in the Rs 32000 mark, although a couple of iGyaan sources at Blackberry were able to tell us that the company is hard at work trying to get the price around Rs 28,000  during the launch or within a week-ten days from launch time. As always expect full coverage of the device post launch.

  • Exclusive : Bold 9900 Coming to India August 2nd week , August 22nd in UK

    Exclusive : Bold 9900 Coming to India August 2nd week , August 22nd in UK

    The carbon fibre loving, touchscreen boasting, fastest smartphone from Blackberry is coming to India in August. The steel frame device is already set to launch in the UK on 22nd August. The device will initially be available only in the black color , but RIM promises to release a chic white version in October sometime. The device is the biggest upgrade to the Bold lineup from RIM in the longest time since the 9700.

    We also have exclusive news that the device will be priced at 32,500/- with a 1.5 year warranty.

    The company is also planning to release the Torch 2 sometime later this year.

  • The HTC Sensation Full Review

    The HTC Sensation Full Review

    After the sudden downpour of benchmark gods in the division of mobility, HTC also let out its dual core beast amidst  the ever growing population. The HTC Sensation is the first dual core phone from HTC and also the highest resolution device from the company. Lets see if it actually fares decently well with the competition in the market.

     

    BUILD QUALITY

    If you want benchmarks for build quality when it comes to mobile devices, HTC is the global standard. HTC has always managed to surprise us with their quality and build standards. Solid unibody construction along with a tough front facing gorilla glass display which is not only impact resistant, but is also very scratch resistant. The back of the device has rubber accents in strategic locations making it an easy to handle and operate phone. The device is well build and you can see that as soon as you pick up the device in your hand. 

    With no shaking and rattling this device is robust and built to last. The upward edged glass is functional and is easy on the fingers as you slide off – off the screen. The designers of the HTC Sensation took everything into perspective from the aesthetics to the functionality and the intelligent placement of the buttons – which by the way are extremely tactile and responsive. 

    HARDWARE

    There is no questioning the latest hardware in the Sensation, the latest dual core processors a very high resolution screen, functional 8 megapixel camera with full HD video at 1080p.

     

    DESIGN

    While it may not be as clean and sleek as the Samsung Galaxy S2, The Sensation wasn’t meant to be. HTC Sensation takes its design cues from the practical and robust hues of life. You can call it a Range Rover in front of a 7 series ( Galaxy S2) while both may have powerful engines, the rover is more practical in India, is tougher, bolder and solid. Nothing describes holding the HTC Sensation better than this, Its a premium SUV in the smartphone market.

    PHONE AND MESSAGING

    Superior audio in and out from the Sensation during calls, is the only main thing we saw. The network performance was excellent and sustained throughout our test period. 3G and WCDMA performance excelled in the Sensation as we literally hogged the bandwidth of our providers. With brilliant performance from even the likes of an MTNL trump number ( usually 2 – bars, and weak performance in our area), we were literally amazed at how well this phone handled networks. With as little as two dropped calls in two weeks of testing, this phone has scored the top rank in the iG Phone- Networks Review till date.

    The touchscreen on the Sensation is a 4 point multitouch, what that means is that you can have 4 simultaneous inputs. What it also means is that you can use the onboard keyboard as fast  as you can move your thumbs. As soon as you lift the finger and tap the next letter, the device is already recognizing your input and will accept the desired letter. Brilliant keyboard , with an definable auto-correct smooth interactions throughout. 

    DATA & INTERNET

    Getting a phone like the sensation and ignoring the Internet connectivity is like buying a spacecraft without the intention to visit the moon. The device is built for online connectivity, with a superb end user experience while browsing the web, streaming audio, playing multiplayer games or even watching an iGyaan review or two. The connections to WiFi are strong and stable, the device can connect to our wireless networks in areas which other phones would term as dead spots. In a head to head comparison the WiFi network on the Sensation was much better than that on the Galaxy S2.

    The Hotspot feature is possibly the one we used the most on the Sensation. Because, the network performance was so great, we were able to share our 3G networks over 7 devices and were able to enjoy the shared bandwidth and download speeds of the connection. We did  struggle to upload our posts from a off road cafe on the Delhi-Gurgaon expressway over a 512kbps upload connection split 7 way, but the Sensation is not to blame for it.

    BATTERY LIFE

    Unlike the Galaxy S2 the Sensation has a very stable OS, add to the mix a brilliant power management framework and you get a brilliant powerhouse with excellent battery life.

    Values 2G 3G WiFi
    Talk Time upto 9 Hours 6 hours –
    Standby time 48 Hours 36 hours 7 Days
    Web Browsing 8-9 hours 5 hours 5 Hours
    Video Streaming 4 Hours 2.5 Hours 4 Hours
    Music Streaming 14 hours 9 hours 14 hours

     

    GAMING 

    We found that most games work great with the device and we had no issues with incompatibilities. The only issue that we did see is the difference in display size. Some apps failed to recognize the QHD display on the HTC Sensation and came as mini boxes within the screen of the Sensation, limiting them to their maximum pixel size. The processor is managed well with the GPU and can deliver great graphics and a brilliant gaming experience. Align those with excellent sensors, including a gyroscope and a brilliant touch screen, you have yourself a gaming device

    DUAL CORE

    We feel HTC did a  better job than LG did on the Optimus 2X and Samsung on the S2. Sure the Optimus 2x is cheaper and Samsung has better benchmark results, HTC is more organized and professional and the framework and implementation of the hardware is built to last. The OS is tweaked to give little or no errors and is bug and crash free. Graphics and Implementation of the user interface elements is absolutely stunning and smooth. The Sensation impressed us in all hooks when it came to stuff under  the hood, yes it didn’t score high on quadrant, but it can with a little tweaking. Currently the Sensation is a mature device and not as young and energetic as the Galaxy S2 especially when it comes to Processor and Graphics.

    ADD ON NOTES

    The Sensation has a much higher resolution display in comparison to the S2, but the super Amoled plus trumps the extra resolution 4 times over. The Amoled plus screen is extremely vivid and lifelike. We faced a lot of network issues on the S2, but none on the Sensation, the battery drain issue faced on the S2 was also nowhere to be found on the Sensation. The device does not overheat and performance is smooth throughout. 

    CONCLUSION

    The HTC Sensation is true competition to the Samsung Galaxy S2 and the hype around it. The S2 failed to deliver where it mattered most, the Sensation on the other hand does everything that its meant to and more. The Sensation also is a bit cheaper than the Galaxy S2 in the market and provides excellent user support throughout its service channels. The device is robust, well made and is built to impress. If you are looking for a good investment for your moolah, this is the true multi-taskers of choice. 

    If it wasn’t for the washed out display in comparison to the Super Amoled Plus, this device would have scored maximum score but for now :

    [xrr rating=4.5/5 label=”We Rate The Sensation : ” imageset=shiny_yellow_star display_as=fraction_stars]

    PRICE :IN Rs. 29,000/- 

     

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