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