Lenovo launches 5-incher Vibe X for Rs 25,999 in India

Chinese handset maker Lenovo has launched another large-size smartphone Vibe X for Rs 25,999 in Indian market after two months of its global launch at IFA

The smartphone features a full HD 5-inch screen and runs on Android 2.2 Jelly Bean operating system. It is powered by 1.5GHz quad-core MediaTek 6589T processor.

It boasts of a 13MP rear camera and 5MP front camera and comes with a 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage. Connectivity options include 2G, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and microUSB 2.0. It packs a 2,000mAh battery and comes in black and silver colour combination.

It measures of 6.9mm, and weighs only 120 gram which makes it lighter than most top-end devices and slimmer than iPhone 5S and Samsung Galaxy S4.

Source url : http://www.telecomtiger.com/mobile_tabs_fullstory.aspx?storyid=19372&section=S182 

Micromax Canvas Blaze for Rs 10,999

Micromax, MTS launch smartphone Canvas Blaze for Rs 10,999

India's largest home-grown mobile phone maker Micromax said Wednesday that it will introduce a range of co-developed smartphones to provide high-speed data services together with Sistema Shyam Teleservices Ltd that offers mobile phone services under the MTS brand.The duo launched Canvas Blaze 3G Android smartphone with 5-inch touchscreen, 8 mega pixel rear camera and dual sim, priced at Rs 10,999 on Tuesday.Canvas Blaze comes with introductory offer of free data and voice benefits for six months to its consumers.'This smartphone will help consumers enjoy the 3G EVDO network of MTS while retaining their GSM number. Supported by strong distribution channel and retail presence of both the companies, out aim is to catalyze the mobile internet penetration in the country,' said Micromax co-founder Vikas Jain.

Source url : http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/slideshows/tech-life/micromax-mts-launch-smartphone-canvas-blaze-for-rs-10999/micromax-mts-launch-smartphone-canvas-blaze/slideshow/27618294.cms

Asus Fonepad 7

Asus Fonepad 7, a device which blurs the lines between a phone and tablet by giving you a tablet-sized display, but the ability to make phone calls. Basically, the new Asus Fonepad is a 7-inch Android tablet with full voice telephony, a faster processor and a better camera, among other things.

At Rs 17,499, the Fonepad 7 is an affordable device with a 7-inch 1,280 x 800-pixel LED screen and 1.6 GHz Intel Atom dual-core processor. The screen is a definite advantage since it has wider viewing angles making for a much more pleasant viewing.


Out of the box, the Fonepad 7 measures just 10.5 mm thick and has a low 340 grams weight. It is highly portable and perfect for entertainment on the go. A new smudge-resistant coating helps keeps fingerprints at bay on the 7-inch screen display and Miracast wireless video streaming mirrors the display to compatible high definition televisions for big-screen entertainment.

Source url : http://www.financialexpress.com/news/asus-fonepad-7-a-tablet-that-makes-calls/1197455?rheditorpick 

Nokia launches Asha 500, 502, 503 phones

Nokia announced upgraded versions of its Asha range of mobile phones, some of the last products it developed before deciding to sell its handset business to Microsoft.

Three new Asha models were unveiled at the annual Nokia World event in Abu Dhabi.

Nokia Asha 500 comes both in single and dual-sim variants. The smartphone sports a 2.8-inch screen and 2MP camera. The phone will ship for $69 in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America and Middle East.

Source url : http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-10-22/gadgets-special/43286654_1_microsoft-whatsapp-variants 

Apple iPad Air, iPad mini with Retina display

Apple took design cues from its smaller iPad mini and made the larger format tablet thinner and lighter, renaming it iPad Air. It also revamped the iPad mini with Retina display.

The new iPads have a number of small internal improvements which were seen in the recently launched iPhone 5S.

Source url : http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-10-23/gadgets-special/43324290_1_ipad-mini-retina-display-macbook-pro 

Aqua HD and Aqua i4 smartphones by Intex launched in India

Intex has expanded its Aqua smartphone portfolio and announced two new devices, the Aqua HD and Aqua i4 for the Indian market. The Intex Aqua HD comes for Rs. 15,900 (MRP) while the Intex Aqua i4 comes for Rs. 9,490.

The Intex Aqua HD comes with a 4.7-inch HD (720x1280pixels) TFT display. It is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core MediaTek 6589 processor alongside 1GB of RAM. It comes with 4GB built-in storage, which can be expandable up to 32GB via microSD card. A dual-SIM (GSM+GSM) phone, the Intex Aqua HD runs Android 4.2 Jelly Bean and can be upgraded through OTA (over the air), claims the company.

It comes with a 13-megapixel rear camera along with an LED flash and can record 1080p videos. It also sports a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/ aGPS and 3G. The phone has an 1800mAh battery which can deliver up to 5 hours of talktime and 300 hours of standby time. The Intex Aqua HD features a number of sensors that include an accelerometer, a proximity sensor, light sensor and gyroscope.

Source url : http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/intex-aqua-hd-and-aqua-i4-dual-sim-android-42-smartphones-launched-in-india-424024

Nokia Lumia 1020 Launch in Singapore on Oct 5 2013

Following last week's launch of the Nokia Lumia 1020 in Malaysia, the handset maker's flagship Windows Phone 8 device will debut in Singapore on October 5. Loyal fans who have been waiting for a long time since the smartphone's announcement in July will be able to purchase the Lumia 1020 for S$999, bundled with the Camera Grip accessory that's worth S$98. The smartphone will also be available from the three Singapore mobile operators with subsidized prices on contract.

Aside from Malaysia and Singapore, the Lumia 1020 will also be launched in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam soon, starting in October. Look out for local announcements if you are from one of those countries for pricing and bundles.


Rated as the best smartphone shooter available, the Lumia 1020 boasts of a 41-megapixel camera that uses pixel binning to deliver very detailed images. It also has superior low-light performance and is capable of long exposure shots.

Source url : http://asia.cnet.com/nokia-lumia-1020-to-finally-launch-in-singapore-on-oct-5-62222481.htm 

Blackberry 9720 with QWERTY keypad for Rs 16,000

Struggling Canadian handset manufacturer BlackBerry (previously Research in Motion or RIM) has added yet another touch and type smartphone to its portfolio. The latest addition, called 9720 has been targeted at the mid-price range segment of the Indian smartphone market, and will be available for Rs 16,000 later this month. A successor to the popular Curve 9320, this one offers a touch-and-type user interface, although instead of the latest BB10 operating system, the smartphone runs on the outdated BB 7.1 OS. Here is a look at the specifications of the device.

Source url : http://techcircle.vccircle.com/2013/09/13/blackberry-launches-mid-priced-9720-with-qwerty-keypad-for-rs-16000-is-it-worth-buying/ 

Nokia 515 unveiled

Nokia has launched the Nokia 515 to expand its feature phone portfolio. The newly launched feature phone will be available in single and Easy Swap dual-SIM variants.

The Nokia 515 body is built from a single piece of anodised, sandblasted aluminium while the display features the scratch resistant Gorilla Glass 2 and is polarised for use under the sun. It features a 2.4-inch QVGA display with 240x320 pixels and boasts a pixel density of 166ppi. The phone runs on Nokia's Series 40 software and includes 64MB of RAM. It measures 114x48x11mm and weighs 101.1grams for single SIM and 102.7 grams for dual-SIM variant.

Nokia 515 includes 256MB of internal memory which can be expandable up to 32GB via microSD card. It sports a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and the camera includes options like voice-guided self-portrait for taking self-shots with the rear camera, Sequential shots and Panorama. Connectivity options include Bluetooth, EDGE, GPRS, Micro-USB and 3G, while there is no Wi-Fi in the device. The Nokia 515 supports Micro-SIM instead of regular SIM.

Source url : http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/nokia-515-feature-phone-with-aluminium-body-unveiled-411718 

Micromax launches Canvas Doodle 2 A240 for INR 19,990

Days after going on sale via an e-tailer, Micromax’s Canvas Doodle 2 A240 smartphone has been officially launched by the company on Monday. Carrying the same price-tag as we had earlier reported, Canvas Doodle 2 A240 is now available broadly for INR 19,990.

“Canvas Doodle 2 further builds our promise to empower our consumers with devices which help them express their imagination and creativity with their smartphone like never before. We are swiftly moving forward in our pursuit of being the number one smartphone player in India, and Canvas Doodle 2 will further consolidate our surge to the top position in smartphone market,” said Shubhodip Pal, CMO Micromax.

Source url : http://www.androidos.in/2013/08/micromax-canvas-doodle-2-a240/

Android Intex i-Buddy Connect II 3G for Rs 7,500

After launching its much-hyped 5-inch, Android Intex Aqua I-5 smartphone for the Indian customers in June, Intex has now announced the i-Buddy Connect II 3G tablet for Rs 7,500.
In May this year Intex had launched Intex i-Buddy Connect 3G which it said would take care of the needs of the high users of the internet, especially the youth. The 7-inch 3G enabled tablet has a price tag of Rs. 9,990 which can take on other brand in sub-10k price range. The company is targeting the urban and semi-urban youth with low budget tablets.

Source url : http://www.telecomtiger.com/mobile_tabs_fullstory.aspx?passfrom=handsets&storyid=18256&section=S182 

Apple iPhone 5S

Apple's iPhone launch is the most anticipated tech event of the year, and it won't be any different this time either. All Things D has already reported that Apple will host an event on September 10 to unveil the iPhone 5S and considering their track record we are inclined towards believing it. Read on to find out the new features we expect in the next iPhone.
- Fingerprint scanner
- More colors
- More power
- Camera
- Improved voice recognition
- Better Battery life
- Cheaper iPhone


Source url : http://www.dnaindia.com/scitech/1873561/report-apple-iphone-5s-here-s-what-to-expect

Huawei Ascend P1

Huawei Ascend P1 is now up for pre-order at a price point of Rs. 12,990.

The phone has been listed on online retailer Flipkart's website, with the estimated release date mentioned as the 3rd week of August. The listing was first spotted by FoneArena.

Huawei Ascend P1 is powered by 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor alongside 1GB RAM. It comes with 4.3-inch Super AMOLED qHD(540x960 pixels) display with Gorilla Glass 2, 4GB internal storage (expandable up to 32GB), 8-megapixel rear camera with dual LED flash and a 1.3-megapixel front facing camera. The Huawei Ascend P1 runs the dated Android 4.0 operating system and is powered by a 1670mAh battery.

Source url : http://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/huawei-ascend-p1-now-up-for-pre-orders-at-rs-12990-403032 

XOLO smartphone for Rs 7k only

The Xolo A500 comes powered by a dual core Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM 8225 processor with 512MB RAM, 4 inch LCD screen and 5MP fixed focus camera. The handset is priced at Rs. 6,999 but you can get it for as low as Rs. 6,500 from local market.
I believe the hardware and most of the specs are almost similar to the Videocon A30 that is also priced at around the same. This is a low cost dual core handset by Xolo sold by Lava International.

Source url : http://www.gogi.in/xolo-a500-review.html 

Xperia Z Ultra by Sony launched in India

Sony India on Tuesday launched its latest premium large-screen Android smartphone – Sony Xperia Z Ultra - in India, priced at Rs 46,990 and will hit the stores on August 2.
The online retailers are taking pre-orders for the device at Rs 44,990. Sony has partnered with Vodafone India to offer 8GB of free data download for a period of two months with this device.
Sony Xperia Z Ultra phablet has display resolution of 1920x1080p and 344ppi pixel density. Under the hood runs the quad-core Snapdragon 800 CPU, Qualcomm's latest and powerful processor, clocked at 2.2GHz, backed by 2GB RAM. This device has the same design language as Xperia Z smartphone and features on-screen keys as well as scratch-resistant and shatterproof glass.

Source url : http://www.indianexpress.com/news/sony-xperia-z-ultra-launched-in-india-at-rs-46990/1148680/

QuickWindow cases for upcoming G2 smartphone by LG

LG doesn't care about the cloak and dagger secrecy that usually accompanies smartphone launches. The company has officially launched the new QuickWindow case for its upcoming LG G2 flagship handset.
Expected to arrive at the same time as LG's flagship handset, the colorful accessory will be available in seven shades: black, white, pink, purple, blue, mint, and yellow.
Much like Samsung's S-View Flip Cover, the QuickWindow case has a cut-out window to provide at-a-glance information such as the clock, weather, incoming calls, and messages.

Source url : http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-19736_7-57596169-251/lg-debuts-quickwindow-cases-for-upcoming-g2-smartphone/

Ascend P6 by Huawei a Mid-Range Smartphone in India

Huawei Ascend P6, the thinnest smartphone ever is all set to land on Indian shores. That’s definitely one reason to rejoice. However, the other reason is that Huawei plans to price the phone in the mid-segment instead of the premium segment in the Indian market.

The phone is definitely a premium segment offering with the specifications. It is not just the design but also the hardware that is premium and makes the phone a definite steal if Huawei is launching it in the mid-range segment.

Source url : http://www.indiatimes.com/technology/mobile/huawei-ascend-p6-to-be-a-midrange-smartphone-in-india-92398.html 

Two Budget Star Phones Launch online by Karbonn

After a slew of flagship phone launches by Indian makers, looks like it’s time once again to focus on the budget segment. Micromax, just yesterday, quietly released the Bling 3 A86 online and now Karbonn has launched 2 new entry-level handsets based on the Android platform.

Labelled under the Karbonn Star series, Karbonn Smart A1 Star and
Smart A5 Star are already available online and both fall under the below Rs 5000/- category. The phones can be called successors of the original Karbonn A1 and Karbonn A5 smartphones launched previously.

Source url : http://www.indiatimes.com/technology/mobile/karbonn-launches-2-budget-star-phones-online-92287.html 

Google to buy Whatsapp

 Previous rumours claimed that Facebook was also negotiating to buy the popular cross-platform mobile messaging app, emphasising that several major businesses are keen to improve how that handle instant messages. None, however, has spoken publicly about any potential deal.

WhatsApp has, according to some studies, played a direct part in declining SMS growth, and is reported to earn $100m a year. It processes up to 18billion messages per day and is currently available in 100 countries on 750 mobile networks. It is routinely among the top apps in each of those countries.

According to DigitalTrends.com, negotiations have been continuing for more than a month, with WhatsApp reportedly “playing hardball” to secure a better price.

Source url : http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/google/9979953/Google-to-buy-WhatsApp-for-1bn.html

1 Million BlackBerry 10 Smartphones bought

An "established" partner of Canada's BlackBerry has placed an order for one million BlackBerry 10 smartphones, the company has announced.

This is the "largest ever single purchase order" in the company's history, BlackBerry (formerly RIM) claims.
BlackBerry has announced the first BlackBerry 10 smartphones — Z10 and Q10 — on January 30, 2013. With the new version of the platform and these devices, the company hopes to regain some of the market share it's been steadily losing since 2009.

Source url : http://mashable.com/2013/03/14/blackberry-partner-buys-1-million-z10-smartphones/

Airtel free roaming

Bharti Airtel, a leading telecom service provider in India, on Wednesday launched a much-awaited free roaming service for its prepaid customers of Delhi. These customers would avail this facility while visiting the five states- Bihar, Jharkhand, UP, Uttarakhand and West Bengal.

This service will enable Airtel customers to receive free incoming calls for one month in five Indian states on a recharge tariff of Rs 21. Airtel subscribers of Delhi circle have so far been charged Rs 1 for incoming calls, Rs 1 for outgoing calls and Rs 1.5 for STD calls while on roaming.

Source url : http://post.jagran.com/airtel-launches-free-roaming-scheme-for-five-states-1362540566

Micromax Canvas HD - worth the price

NEW DELHI: Micromax made waves with its Canvas 2, offering a very capable smartphone with a 5-inch screen. And now it is back with a more powerful phone touting a quad-core processor and HD-capable screen. On paper, the phone offers great value for money, but many wonder if it is a better proposition than Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos. Well, we had the same question (and some more) and took Micromax Canvas HD for a spin. Want to know which of the two is better and see if Micromax's new flagship is worth the money? Read on to find out...
Read More : http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tech/personal-tech/gadgets-special/Micromax-Canvas-HD-review-Worth-the-price/articleshow/18808584.cms

Penta T-Pad WS708C at Rs 6,999

Pantel Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (PTPL) has launched Penta T-Pad WS708C in the Indian market. It comes with a 7-inch screen with a resolution of 800X400 pixels.
Penta T-Pad WS708C comes with a cortex A9 1GHz processor with Mali 400 3D Accelerator GPU. The tablet runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) operating system and is available in the market for Rs. 6,999. Penta T-Pad WS708C is powered by 3,000mAh battery.
There is a 2-megapixel rear camera and 0.3-megapixel front camera. The tablet also supports dual-SIM connectivity. Penta T-Pad WS708C comes with 512MB DDR III RAM with 4GB of internal storage and can be expanded by up to 32GB. Popular applications such as Facebook, Youtube, Angry Birds etc come pre-loaded on the tablet. Connectivity options include Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and HDMI port.

Source url : http://gadgets.ndtv.com/tablets/news/penta-t-pad-ws708c-tablet-with-android-41-launched-for-rs-6999-338009

World's smallest wireless charger by LG

LG Electronics has announced the world's smallest wireless charger with electromagnetic induction technology at the Mobile World Congress 2013 in Barcelona, Spain. The new WCP-300 Wireless Charger is Qi certified and measures only 6.9cm in the diameter. This wireless charger will be compatible with all the smartphones that support the Qi Standard for wireless charging.

Palm has been offering TouchStone charger for its Pre smartphone two years ago and no one bothered doing anything similar. But now LG has finally announced a similar charger.

Source url : http://www.themobileindian.com/news/10963_LG-launches-worlds-smallest-wireless-charger

Launch of Nokia Lumia 720 & 520 with Windows phone 8

The ongoing Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, has seen Nokia make two big announcements for smartphones. It has launched two new Windows 8 Lumia devices, the Lumia 720 and the Lumia 520.

Nokia Lumia 720 is aimed at offering a high end camera experience, and comes with Nokia’s latest music and navigation experiences. “The Nokia Lumia 720 clearly demonstrates our portfolio strategy”, said Jo Harlow, Nokia’s executive vice president for Smart Devices. “By taking select innovations from our high end products and matching them to the priorities of a given audience, we’re driving these advanced technologies to new price points for an incredible midrange smartphone experience.”

Source url : http://www.firstpost.com/tech/nokia-launches-cheaper-lumia-720-and-520-with-windows-phone-8-639411.html

Firefox OS phones by July'13

Mozilla, makers of the popular Firefox internet browser, is preparing to challenge Google and Apple's grip on smartphone software.

A new Firefox operating system for mobile devices is set for a July release after winning the backing of 13 wireless service providers around the globe, including Spain's Telefonica, China Unicom and America Movil.

Mozilla is betting there's room for a software developer-friendly mobile platform alongside Apple's and Google's Android, which together power the majority of mobile devices on the planet. 

Source url :  http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tech/tech-news/hardware/Mozilla-to-launch-Firefox-OS-phones-in-July/articleshow/18671149.cms

Cheaper Windows smartphone by Nokia

Nokia unveiled a cheaper model in its Lumia smartphone range, powered by Microsoft's Windows phone software, as it tries to regain dominance in emerging markets like China.

The Finnish cellphone maker, which until recently was the world's largest maker of phones, said Monday the new Lumia 520 will start at (euro) 139, or about $183, before phone-company subsidies.

That compares favorably with Apple's two-year-old iPhone 4, which costs $450 before subsidies. However, low-end smartphones running Google's Android software are available for less than $100.

Source url : http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/hardware/nokia-launches-cheaper-windows-smartphone/articleshow/18672824.cms