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