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Sunday, 1 January 2017

Best Phones under ₹20000 or $300

Best SmartPhones under ₹20000 or $300 launched at the Year 2016

Looking to buy the best phone under ₹20000 or $300? 2016 was a great year for a lot of new phones launched in the 20000 smartphone segment. While most of these smartphones offer good performance, some can really go toe to toe with high-end flagship smartphones. So, you have a lot of options if you are buying the best phones under Rs.20,000 price, but which one to buy? To make things simple, here is our list of the best smartphones under 20,000 in India for December 2016. These phones offer good performance, camera quality, specifications and good features at mid-range price points and are recommended for users with a budget of under 20000.So here are the top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000 in India

1) LeEco Le Max 2
With the launch of the Lenovo Z2 Plus, many phone makers have lowered their prices and LeEco has done the same. It’s flagship, the Le Max 2, which launched at Rs. 22,999 has seen a massive price drop and is available at Rs. 17,999. For the price you pay, you get the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 SoC and a beautiful 5.7 2K display. This also makes it the only phone in the sub-20K segment to offer a 2560x1440p resolution display. To top it off, the smartphone boasts of a very good 21MP rear camera. Specs: Display: 5.7-inch, 1440p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 RAM: 4GB Storage: 32GB Battery: 3100mAh OS: Android 6.0


The Indian smartphone market is very price sensitive. We like good phones with a formidable performance at low prices and nothing does it better than the Lenovo Z2 Plus. With a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 on-board, the Z2 Plus overpowers the competition very easily. To further strengthen its position, Lenovo offers it with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, making it the best phone in the category. The smaller 5-inch touchscreen offers good colour reproduction and so does the 13MP rear camera. So, if you are looking for a phone under 20K, this is it. Specs: Display: 5-inch, 1080p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 RAM: 4GB Storage: 64GB Battery: 3500mAh OS: Android 6.0


3) Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime comes with medium-tier specs that have been a standard for this price range. It performs as expected, however the occasional and random crashing of apps was definitely somewhat of a concern. The camera performs really well in good light and manages to keep the images noise free in relative darkness too, albeit thanks to aggressive noise reduction.
By itself, the phone is a good option for anyone looking to shell out money for an impressive battery life. However Lenovo has introduced the Z2 Plus at same price almost packed with a more powerful Snapdragon 820 processor, 3GB (or 4GB depending on the variant) of RAM and matching camera and display specs. The Lenovo Z2 Plus also sports a bigger battery, but it may not come with the optimisation the Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime sports, making a choice between the two harder.

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4) Asus Zenfone 3 Laser
Asus Zenfone 3 Laser, as the name implies, is the successor to Zenfone 2 Laser. The USP of the device is its ultra-fast 0.03 second laser autofocus. The Zenfone 3 Laser features a 5.5-inch Full HD display with 2.5D arc glass. Asus Zenfone Laser series has been camera-centric smartphone and Zenfone 3 Laser gets a 13MP rear image sensor from Sony coupled with electronic image stabilisation.Asus Zenfone 3 Laser also supports color correction sensor but it we will have to wait and see how it works in real life. The smartphone with 4GB RAM and 32GB storage is priced at Rs 18,000.


5) Oppo F1S
Oppo is now among the world’s top five smartphone vendors, and in India the brand has gained some recognition with its selfie-camera smartphones. The Oppo F1, Oppo F1 Plus were both launched in India this year with a focus on giving a great selfie experience to users. Oppo F1s is another take on the Oppo F1 series, and comes with the same 16MP front camera seen on the F1 Plus. The latter was priced at Rs 26,990, but had a higher resolution display and more storage on board.
For Oppo, the focus on selfies as a niche is interesting. In case of smartphones, the specifications battle has all but died out, with 3GB RAM, 32GB storage space now being common, even in devices that cost just Rs 10,000 or under. But smartphone cameras are still one segment where manufacturers can hope to stand out from the crowd. In Oppo’s case, it has decided to focus on the front camera, and give this selfie-obsessed generation a reason to rejoice. The Oppo F1 Plus’ selfie camera had impressed us, but is the new Oppo F1s worth its Rs 17,990 price tag?

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6) Moto G4 Plus
The latest G Series smartphone from Moto features a stellar camera, probably the best in its category. However, the performance is not at par with the Lenovo Zuk 2 or the LeEco Le 2. That said, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 can handle most tasks with ease, and if you are a lightweight user, the Moto G4 Plus will be able to provide you with optimum performance. The display also gets an upgrade over its predecessor, as the 5.5-inch display now offers Full HD resolution. The storage has also been upgraded, and the phone is now available in both 32GB and 16GB storage variants. Specs: Display: 5.5-inch, 1080p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 RAM: 3GB Storage: 32GB Battery: 3000mAh OS: Android 7.0.1


7) Moto M
This phone is great combination of eye-catching design and flawless performance with MediaTek 2.2 GHz octa core processor supported by 4 GB RAM. Nearly all the specs meets our expectation except the Camera, Although phone has 16 MP primary and 8 MP secondary Camera on paper which looks more than enough but in real world performance they are not up to the mark. for the camera Moto G4 Plus is still irreplaceable under ₹ 15K Range. If you are not a camera maniac you can go for Moto M otherwise you can choose Galaxy J7 Prime. 

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8) Xiaomi Mi Max
if you are looking for a big phone with good battery life along with some impressive performance, then the Mi Max is certainly your best bet. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 SoC that we saw on the Redmi Note 3. The main feature of this smartphone, is the large 6.44-inch display that offers good viewing angles, and is the ideal size to watch a lot of videos, or even read. Your movie-watching endeavours are well-supported by the huge 4850mAh battery, which won’t die even after two days of average usage. Specs: Display: 6.44-inch, 1080p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 RAM: 3GB Storage: 32GB Battery: 4850mAh OS: Android 6.0

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Another great phone in this segment is the LeEco Le 2. Available now with 64GB of storage, the Le 2 brings refined design to the table, along with outstanding performance. The Qualcomm Snapdragon 652-powered device is quite powerful, and has one of the better cameras in the sub-20K segment. If your budget is a little tight, a 32GB variant of the phone is also available at a lower price. Its battery life though, is not at par with the Redmi Note 3. Specs: Display: 5.5-inch, 1080p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 RAM: 3GB Storage: 64GB Battery: 3000mAh OS: Android 6.0.

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LeEco Le2 (Rose Gold, 32GB)
LeEco Le2 (Gold, 32GB)
LeEco Le2 (Grey, 32GB)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 is the phone of the moment, and we are not surprised. Xiaomi ticked all the right boxes with this phone, ushering an era of budget smartphones that perform way better than their pricing. The 16MP rear camera is unable to match the overall goodness of the phone, but considering the sub-20K price bracket, it is still a very good option. You should consider this phone if you don’t want to compromise on battery life. Specs: Display: 5.5-inch, 1080p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 RAM: 3GB Storage: 32GB Battery: 4050mAh OS: Android 5.1.1

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he Xiaomi Redmi 3s Prime is the most affordable smartphone in this list, offering a relatively new Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 SoC, which handles all tasks with ease. The small, ergonomic smartphone offers an all-metal build, a first for its price category. The 13MP rear shooter is also decent for the price, and it even houses a fingerprint scanner. Specs: Display: 5-inch, 720p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 RAM: 3GB Storage: 32GB Battery: 4100mAh OS: Android 6.0.1

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If you are looking for a balanced smartphone, Lenovo’s K6 Power can be one of the choices. This budget phone is using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 SoC, same as the Xiaomi Redmi 2S Prime. It is a good performer and one of the few phones to offer a 1080p display on a 5-inch display. The phone has large 4000mAh battery offering an entire day of battery life. Further, the 13MP primary camera on its back, is one of the best in its category. Specs: Display: 5-inch, 1080p SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 RAM: 3GB Storage: 32GB Battery: 4000mAh OS: Android 6.0

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Wednesday, 14 December 2016

Moto M

Moto M -  All Metal device

Lenovo has finally launched the eagerly awaited Moto M in India, and the device happens to be the brand's first smartphone to be constructed entirely out of metal. Carrying a price tag of Rs 15,999, the Moto M has been priced midway between the Moto G4 Plus (review) and the Moto Z Play (review), making it an attractive offering for buyers in the market for an affordable smartphone.

Moto M, which comes with a new all metal design and a fingerprint scanner on the back, has been officially launched today. Priced at Rs 15,999, the Moto M will be made available exclusively on Flipkart, starting December 14 at 11:59 pm. Moto M comes in two variants – 3GB RAM/32GB internal storage and 4GB RAM/64GB internal storage. As part of the launch, users will get exclusive offers only valid for December 15, when the phone gets released on Flipkart.

Specifications of Moto M

  • As stated earlier, the Moto M has been encrusted in a unibody metal design giving the smartphone a premium in-hand feel. The rear-mounted fingerprint found on the smartphone is also a first for Motorola and the device comes with a double layer of nano-coating protecting it from drizzles, spills, and splashes. As for the display, the Moto M is equipped with a 5.5-inch full HD display (1080 pixels by 1920 pixels) at a PPI of 401 pixels per inch. 
  • Under the hood of the Moto M, buyers will find a Helio P15 octa-core processor clocked at 2.2GHz with 4GB of RAM working in tandem. The smartphone comes with a Mali-T860 MP2 GPU to render the handle the graphics and is equipped with 32GB of internal storage which can be further expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card.
  • On the imaging front, Moto M has a 16-megapixel rear camera with Phase-Detection Autofocus (PDAF), and an 8-megapixel front camera for selfies. 
  • The Moto M connectivity suite includes Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth v4.1, GPS/ A-GPS, 4G VoLTE (with support for Indian LTE bands), USB Type-C (USB 3.1), NFC, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
  •  Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.
  • The Motorola Moto M runs Android 6.0.1 and is powered by a 3050mAh nonremovable battery. It measures 151.35 x 75.35 x 7.85 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 163.00 grams.
The new Moto M - Motorola's first all-metal smartphone - has been launched in the Indian market, and will be exclusively available on Flipkart. The Moto M smartphone has been launched in two variants in India - the 32GB + 3GB model priced at Rs. 15,999, and the 64GB + 4GB version that costs Rs. 17,999.

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Friday, 9 December 2016

Portronics Yogg X

Portronics Yogg X - smart fitness watch 

Smart watch

Portronics, popular for its mobile accessories has launched Yogg X, its first fitness watch, a year after launching YOGG fitness tracker. Like any other fitness tracker it monitors your distance covered, Calories burned, Steps taken, Sleep patterns etc. It also shows your time & date and battery status on the OLED screen. The screen is touch-enabled and can be awakened anytime, allowing you to shift between modes, by simply touching at the designated spot.The dial is detachable. You can change the strap as per your taste and occasion.

Portronics Yogg X specifications
  • OLED (64 x 32 Pixels) touch screen shows time, date and battery status
  • Tracks: Distance covered, Calories burnt, Step count, Sleep patterns
  • Reminds if you have left phone behind
  • Lets you set vibrating alarms
  • Shows notifications for SMS, emails, missed calls, reminders and more when connected to Android or iOS devices
  • Bluetooth 4.0 LE
  • Water and dust resistant (IP67 – to 1 meter / 3 feet deep for 30 minutes)
  • Sensor: 3-axis accelerometer
  • Dimensions: 254 x 34 x 10mm; Weight: 20g
  • 55mAh battery with up to 5 days standby
Additional Features include:You can Monitor your Distance covered, Calories burned, Steps were taken, Sleep patterns. It also shows your time & date and battery status on the OLED screen., Yogg X is designed to integrate seamlessly into your daily active lifestyle. You can set up to six daily Reminders and Yogg X will silently vibrate on your arm without bothering others., Yogg X enables you to Set daily Fitness Goals, Tracks your activity levels using state of the art inbuilt sensors, Syncs the data with your Smartphone using Yogg X app and Alerts you when you achieve your goals., Bluetooth: - 4.0 BLE, Standby Time:- 5 days, Memory:- 5 days activity, OLED Display:- 64 x 32 pixels, Sensor:- 3 axis accelerometer, Operating Temperature:- -20C to +40 C Water resistant :- IP67

It also has IP67 for water resistance. It can track your fitness activities, lets you set fitness goals and also has sleep tracker. It has Bluetooth 4.0 LE to connect to Android or iPhone through Yogg X app. The Portronics Yogg X comes in black and red colored bands and is priced at Rs. 2499.

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Tuesday, 6 December 2016

Lenovo Phab 2

Lenovo Phab 2

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The Phab 2 is not the same as the Phab 2 Pro; the latter is the Google Tango-enabled smartphone. In India, Lenovo has already launched the Phab 2 Plus, but there’s no word on when the Project Tango phone will be heading here.

Specifications of Lenovo Phab 2
  • The Lenovo Phab 2 features a 6.4-inch IPS LCD display of HD resolution with a pixel density of 229ppi. 
  •  Performance wise it boasts of a 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT8735 processor, assisting it is a 3GB RAM,  32GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD and Mali-T720 GPU.
  • For imaging, Lenovo Phab 2 sports a 13-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and PDAF while there is a 5-megapixel selfie camera with an 85-degree wide-angle lens. Lenovo has also claimed that the Phab 2 comes with augmented reality (AR) effects in the camera app. The handset comes with 3 mics to record audio and also supports noise cancellation.
  • The Lenovo Phab 2 offers a wide range of connectivity options, such as hybrid SIM slots, 4G, Wi-Fi with hotspot tethering, Bluetooth v4.0, GPS and USB connectivity. It lacks a fingerprint sensor, a pretty standard feature for a device of its price but contains several other sensors such as proximity, light, accelerometer, compass and gyroscope. The device is powered by a nonremovable 4,050 mAh li-polymer battery.
  • The Phab 2 smartphone measures 175x88.5x9.6mm and weighs 225 grams. On the software front, the phablet runs on Android Marshmallow 6.0 and is preloaded with apps like McAfee Security, Netflix, and SwiftKey among others.
The Lenovo Phab 2 is a smartphone with a huge display, commonly known as a phablet. Despite its enormous screen, the device retains a respectable picture quality and comes in a fully metallic body, offering a premium look and feel. It is configured with good performance features and comes preloaded with latest Android OS which makes it even more appealing.


Monday, 5 December 2016

Xiaomi Redmi 3S and 3S Prime

Xiaomi Redmi 3S and 3S Prime - The best budget handsets

Redmi 3S Prime
Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime
Redmi 3S
Xiaomi Redmi 3S



Xiaomi has taken a different approach for the Indian market this year as it launched three smartphones catering to three different price segments, form factor as well as consumer needs. The most popular of the lot has been the Redmi Note 3 and at the time of writing this, it is arguably the best smartphone to buy under Rs 15,000.

The company launched its fourth handset a few days back called the Redmi 3S. It’s targeted at consumers who want the best performance but have a tight budget of under Rs 10,000. The smartphone comes in two variants and we took the high-end model, the Redmi 3S Prime, for a spin. Here’s what we thought of it.

Specifications of Redmi 3S and Redmi 3S prime

  • The Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime flaunts a 5-inch IPS LCD HD (720 x 1,280 pixels) display and has a pixel density of 294ppi.
  • Under the hood, there are two quad-core processors (1.4 GHz Cortex A53 + 1.1 GHz Cortex A53) coupled with  Adreno 505 graphics engine.
    • 2GB of RAM, 16GB of onboard storage for Redmi 3S with hybrid sim slot.
    • 3GB of RAM, 32GB of onboard for Redmi 3S Prime with hybrid sim slot.
  • The camera department comprises a 13MP f/2.0 aperture camera with PDAF and a LED flash and at the front, there is a 5MP unit with a f/2.0 aperture.
  • The device is fuelled by a 4,100mAh li-polymer battery (with fast charging support) which can last 2 days with moderate use without charging
  • Both variants possess is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). 
  • Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.
  • It measures 139.30 x 69.60 x 8.50 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 144.00 grams.
The Xiaomi Redmi 3S Prime and  Redmi 3S have an excellent main camera which produces crisp and beautiful photos even for moving objects. Coming to performance, the well built configured set can face all types of multitaskingHigh-end games such as Asphalt 8, Modern Combat, Plants vs Zombies etc run at ease. The fingerprint sensor is quick to respond and the battery backup is nevertheless very good. Only if hybrid SIM is not a big criterion, then this completely suits you.

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Vivo V5

Vivo V5 - For selfie freaks

V5
Vivo has introduced its latest V-series smartphone. The V5 is the successor to the V3 Max and makes its way with decent specifications. One of the important aspects of the smartphone is that it is aimed towards all selfie enthusiasts.  
The device looks similar to the V3 Max with a smaller display. Also, there is a fingerprint sensor which is integrated with the home button placed below the display. The rounded edges make the device easy to fit in the palm. The V5 is available in multiple colors. 

Specifications of Vivo V5
  • The Vivo V5 flaunts a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels that results in a pixel density of 267 pixels per inch. The capacitive touchscreen, which is protected by v3 of Corning Gorilla Glass, responds well to multi-touch as well.
  • At the heart, the smartphone features a couple of quad-core Cortex A53 processors, clocking speeds of 1.5GHz and 1GHz respectively. A chipset of MediaTek MT6750 and 4GB RAM ensures that you do not face any glitch while multi-tasking and high-end gaming. Further, a GPU of Mali-T860 MP2 takes care of the graphical interface with ease.
  • Vivo V5 is complemented by the 32GB internal storage, which can be further expanded up to 128GB with the help of a microSD.
  • The Vivo V5 houses a good pair of cameras, including a 13MP primary camera. The quality of the 4,128 x 3,096 pixels resolution images is further enhanced with the help of phase detection autofocus, ISO control, LED flash, high dynamic range mode, etc. The front camera too proves to be as good as the primary camera with a 20MP lens and LED flash, which turns out to be a blessing in disguise for all the selfie addicts and for the people who thrive on video calling.
  • The Vivo V5 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). 
  • Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer and Ambient light sensor.
  • The Vivo V5 runs Android 6.0.1 and is powered by a 3000mAh non-removable battery. It measures 153.80 x 75.50 x 7.55 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 154.00 grams.
Vivo is that one smartphone brand which has slowly, but surely, gained recognition, thanks to the number of flagship phones that has found a prominent place in the market. Same goes with the Vivo V5 as well. Though not a flagship device, this smartphone loaded with power-packed features, including an impressive configuration and great quality front cameras. So, if you are looking for a powerful smartphone with great cameras, this is probably the one you should be thinking about.

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Monday, 28 November 2016

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 -  Most powerful phone under ₹1000 

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There's no way you have missed the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3. It's been the bang-for-buck benchmark for a while now, delivering a feature set and performance way above what its price tag suggests. Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 smartphone was launched in November 2015. It's been a year since its launch, but still, it is considered the most preferred phone under the price tag of CYN1005 (₹10,00) 

Specifications of Xiaomi Redmi Note 3
  • The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 16GB arrives with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD display with a screen resolution of 1,080 x 1,920 pixels which eventually leads to a pixel density of 401ppi.
  • The phone is powered by a hexacore Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 processor (Dual-core, 1.8 GHz, Cortex A72 + Quad core, 1.2 GHz, Cortex A53). The configuration is further enhanced by Adreno 510 graphics.
  • The device comes in two variants, i.e., 16 GB, 2 GB RAM - Standard version and 32 GB, 3 GB RAM - High version, Special edition.
  • The device from Xiaomi is equipped with an excellent 16MP main camera which is inclusive of CMOS image sensor, Digital image stabilization, and dual LED flash which means users get to make the most of the features. For selfie fanatics, there is a 5MP front snapper too, The other inbuilt camera features include AF Phase Detection, Auto Flash, Continuos Shooting, Exposure compensation, Face detection, Geo tagging, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR), ISO control, Touch to focus and White balance presets. 
  • The Redmi Note 3 sips juice from a massive 4,050mAh battery which keeps the device powered on for long hours but there is no support for fast charging sadly.
  • The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Micro-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, Infrared, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). 
  • Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope, Fingerprint sensor.
  • The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 runs Android 5.1. It measures 150.00 x 76.00 x 8.65 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 164.00 grams.
The Redmi Note 3 is one of the most powerful phones in its budget. It has all the ingredients to deliver a seamless performance and is also backed by a massive battery. To conclude, if you want to enjoy a powerful smartphone with the fingerprint sensor on a low budget then this is the best option available. 
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3(2GB RAM, 16GB Storage )price in India starts from  ₹9999. 
Xiaomi Redmi Note 3(3GB RAM, 32GB Storage )price in India starts from  ₹11.999.

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Thursday, 24 November 2016

Lenovo K6 Power

Lenovo K6 Power - Huge in Powerhouse

.K6 Power

Lenovo had unveiled the K6 series at IFA 2016 in Berlin back in September which is set to launch its new K6 Power smartphone in India on November 29. Lenovo K6 Power is the mid-level device in the series, placed between the K6 and the K6 Note.


Specifications of Lenovo K6 Power
  • Lenovo K6 features a 5-inch FHD IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1,080 x 1,920 pixels along with a pixel density of 441ppi.
  • Powered by two Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 processors, one clocked at a speed of 1.2GHz while the other clocks a speed of 1.5GHz coupled with 3GB of RAM and Adreno 505 GPU. 
  • The smartphone has an internal memory of 32GB which can further be expanded up to 128GB with the help of an external memory card.
  • the K6 Power bears a 13-megapixel rear camera with a Sony IMX258 sensor, PDAF and LED flash, apart from an 8-megapixel front camera with a Sony IMX219 sensor and a wide-angle lens.
  • The large 4000mAh battery is rated to deliver up to 96.5 hours of music playback, 13.6 hours of video playback, 48 hours of voice calls, 12.6 hours of Web surfing, and 649 hours of standby time. The company has also introduced the Ultimate Powersaver app for the Lenovo K6 Power, a power-saving mode that extends battery life by reducing app and data usage. There is also a reverse charge option, allowing the smartphone to be used as a power bank.
  • Connectivity options on the smartphone include 4G LTE, VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, FM radio, Micro-USB, and GPS/ A-GPS. It measures 141.9x70.3x9.3mm and weighs in at 145 grams. 
  • It is fitted with a fingerprint sensor, gyro, proximity sensor, compass and an accelerometer and available in three colors; Silver, Gold and Dark Grey.
  • At software end,  It runs Android v6.0.1 (Marshmallow) 
Lenovo is also touting the App Lock functionality powered by the fingerprint sensor. Other Vibe Pure UI customizations include Dual Apps (allowing apps to be used with two different accounts on the same phone), as well as the Long Screenshot features. The Lenovo K6 Power 16GB is a decent 4G smartphone which is especially known for its enormous 4,000mAh powerhouse. For a budget smartphone, it comes with a decent configuration supported by the great processor that it is definitely worth checking out.

Tuesday, 22 November 2016

LeEco Le2

LeEco Le2 - The Killer Phone under 12,000 

Le2

Le Eco, formally known as Le Tv, has become a popular name in India within a short span of time. The Chinese tech major launched its first set of devices (Le 1S and Le Max) in January 2016 that gained a lot of attention owing to their premium design, aggressive pricing and company's rich content ecosystem. 

Specifications of LeEco Le2 
  • Sports 5.5-inch Full HD (1920x100) display @ 403ppi 
  • Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 chipset which has an octa-core processor with one quad-core Cortex A72 cluster clocked at 1.8GHz and one quad-core Cortex A53 cluster clocked at 1.8GHz. It is paired with an Adreno 510 GPU.
  • It also comes with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage with no microSD card to expand.
  • On the camera front, you get a 16MP sensor on the rear camera with a f/2.0 aperture and phase-detect AF along with an 8MP front-facing camera with a f/2.2 aperture and 1.4-micrometer pixel size.
  • It runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow along with LeEco’s proprietary EUI 5.8 skin atop it.
  • There is a nano dual-SIM tray which supports 4G LTE (FDD-LTE Bands 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/20 and TDD LTE Bands 38/40/41). There’s also support for Wi-fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS/AGPS with GLONASS and BDS positioning, a fingerprint sensor on the rear IR Blaster and more
  • All this is powered by a 3,000mAh battery which supports the Qualcomm  QC 2.0 standard.
  • On the button edge, you have the USB Type-C port which acts as a data transfer and charging port as well as a CDLA port for digital audio.
  • Dimensions: 151.10 x 74.20 x 7.50 mm Weight: 153 gram

The biggest differentiating factor is the lack of a 3.5mm headphone jack. As per LeEco, the company has developed its own standard for digital audio i.e. CDLA - Continual Digital Lossless Audio. LeEco claims that when combined with the company's CDLA earphones, the smartphone offers the best-in-class audio quality. We tried the earphones and the audio quality is really good. The sound is crystal clear, pleasingly loud but a bit light on bass. 

LeEco has delivered quite a strong package for just under Rs. 12,000. There's a lot to like about the Le 2, especially the fact that it looks and feels like it should cost twice as much as it does. You get powerful hardware and plenty of little conveniences. If the audio and video streaming options appeal to you, that's a nice added bonus as well. On the downside, the software is not our favorite flavor of Android and camera performance is also just ordinary at best. 

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LeEco Le2 (Rose Gold, 32GB)

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Huawei P9

Huawei P9 - Change the way you see the world


Huawei P9 smartphone was launched in April 2016 which is a camera centric phone.

Specifications of Phone

  • The phone comes with a 5.20-inch Full HD 1080*1920 pixels @ 423 pixels per inch. 
  • Powered by 1.8GHz octa-core HiSilicon Kirin 955 processor with four Cortex-A72 cores clocked at up to 2.5GHz, and four Cortex-A53 cores ticking at up to 1.8GHz
  • Comes with 3GB of RAM and 32GB (4GB of RAM and 64GB)of internal storage that can be expanded up to 256GB via a microSD card and a quad-core Mali-T880 MP4 GPU . 
  • As far as the cameras are concerned, the Huawei P9 packs a 12-megapixel primary camera on the rear and an 8-megapixel front shooter for selfies.
  • The Huawei P9 runs Android 6.0 and is powered by a 3000mAh non-removable battery. 
  • The Huawei P9 is a single SIM (GSM) smartphone that accepts a Regular-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, NFC, USB OTG, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India).
  • Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, and Gyroscope.
  • It measures 145.00 x 70.90 x 6.95 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 144.00 grams.
The Huawei P9 is a great performer packed in a slim body. The device is a treat for photography lovers. Extras like fingerprint sensor provide a bit of more security. If you are in the market for a power-packed device without the budget being a concern, it should be a good choice.


Buy For
Gorgeous design
Sandblasted aluminum body is extremely well built and isn't slippery
Takes sharp, colorful photos that are up there with the best Android has to offer
Dedicated monochrome sensor for brilliant black and white shots
USB Type-C
Good everyday performance

Beware of
Merely average battery life
GPU is too weak for intensive 3D games

Huawei P9 is a camera centric phone with two 12-megapixel Sony 12MP IMX286 sensors that are paired with Leica Summarit H 1:2.2/27 lenses sporting a f/2.2 aperture and 27mm focal length but sadly lack optical image stabilization.

Best Buy Links 

Flipkart






Sunday, 20 November 2016

Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime

Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime


The Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime is a premium mid range phone that offers an amazing set of features at reasonable price. It is a predecessor to the Galaxy J7 (2016) variant. The primary selling point of this device is the presence of fingerprint scanner along with big amount of RAM, good display quality, impressive set of cameras and also the Samsung brand name.

Talking About the Specification
  • Galaxy J7 Prime flaunts a 5.5-inch full HD IPS (1080*1920) display @ 401pp and the screen is shielded against cracks and scratches by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass v4 on top.
  • The handset is powered by Samsung Exynos 7 Octa 7870 SoC that has Cortex A53 octa-core processor with a clock speed of 1.6GHz. It is paired with 3GB of RAM and Mali-T830 MP2 GPU. In terms of configuration, the major upgrade this device features over the J7 2016 is its improved RAM 
  • Paired with 3GB of RAM and 16GB onboard storage which can be expanded up to 256GB via a microSD card and graphics are supported by Mali-T830 MP2 GPU
  • With regards to the camera, this device has a 13MP shooter on the back along with an 8MP snapper on the front, both of them having the aperture of f/1.9. Its rear camera is equipped with a LED flash, CMOS image sensor and autofocus feature
  • The Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime runs Android 6.0 and is powered by a 3300mAh nonremovable battery. It measures 151.50 x 74.90 x 8.10 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 167.00 grams.
The Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, and Ambient light sensor.

Buy For
Fingerprint scanner
Amazing cameras
Great display
Powerful performance
Good battery backup

Beware Of
Lacks compass and gyroscope
Nonremovable battery

Best Buy Links

Flipkart



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Xiaomi Redmi Note 4

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 


Xiaomi has launched its Redmi Note 4 long back in August 2016, However, its was available for purchase in china. Now, the product is launched in India exclusively through Flipkart. The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 follows in the footsteps of the Redmi Note 3 and Redmi 3S, which were among the top selling devices online last year. The Redmi Note 3, in particular, saw a lot of success in the Indian market with over 2.3 million units sold within six months of launch. However, that model is almost a year old now, and on Thursday Xiaomi finally launched the Redmi Note 4 in the Indian market.

Much like its predecessor, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 model sports an-all metal body and boasts of impressive specifications. While the Chinese version of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 was unveiled in August last year with a MediaTek SoC, the one launched in India packs a Qualcomm chip. The Redmi Note 4 has been priced competitively and will be going up against some of the most popular smartphones in the market right now. Will the new Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 be able to continue the company's dream run in the Indian market, or will it turn out to be a run-of-the-mill device? Find out in our Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 review.

Talking about Specifications offered
  • The phone comes with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD full HD (1,080 x 1,920 pixels) display 
  • [India] Powered by Octacore (8xA53 Chipset) Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 (MSM8953) processor clocked at 2GHz with an integrated Adreno 506 GPU.
  • [China] Powered by 2.1GHz MediaTek Helio X20 MT6797 processor clocked at 2.1GHz dual-core Cortex A72  + 2GHz quad-core Cortex A53 + 1.4GHz quad-core Cortex A53.
  • It comes in three variants one with 2GB RAM + 32GB storage variant, 3GB RAM + 32GB storage variant and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant and also can be expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card. Both variants configured to have Mali-T880 MP4 graphics engine.
  • There's a 13-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0 aperture, PDAF (phase detection autofocus), and a dual-tone LED flash. There is also a 5-megapixel front-facing camera with f/2.0 aperture and a fixed-focus lens. 
  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 has a non-removable 4100mAh battery which is marginally bigger than the 4050mAh one seen on the Redmi Note 3.
  • It measures 151.00 x 76.00 x 8.30 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 175.00 grams (heavier side)😣.
  • Talking about Connectivity, Redmi Note 4 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, Infrared, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G, VoLTE (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, and Gyroscope.
  • The Redmi Note 4 runs MIUI 8 based on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. Xiaomi has added plenty of new features including Now on Tap which was one of the highlights of Android Marshmallow, introduced in 2015. Google's Now on Tap can be triggered within any app just by long-pressing the Home button, and can use what's on screen as context for your searches. MIUI 8 on the Redmi Note 4 looks light and polished compared to previous versions. We were impressed with the system animations, which look refreshing, including a neat one when you uninstall an app.
With privacy in mind, the Redmi Note 4 offers Dual Apps and Second Space, two of our favourite software features. The Dual Apps feature, as the name suggests, creates two instances of any app on the same smartphone, so you can, for example, use two WhatsApp accounts at the same time. Second Space, on the other hand, lets users separate business and personal data on the same phone. The feature lets users use two entirely separate Google accounts. Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 managed an impressive 65,560 in AnTuTu and 42,690 in Quadrant

The Redmi Note 4 will be available in 2GB RAM + 32GB storage variant for Rs 9,999,  3GB RAM + 32GB storage variant for Rs 10,999 and 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant for Rs 12,999. The Redmi Note 4 goes on an open sale on Flipkart and Mi.com from 23 January at 12PM.

Best Buy Links

Wednesday, 16 November 2016

Google Pixel and Pixel XL

Google Pixel & Pixel XL Specifications, Price, Comparison


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American giant - Google specializing in Internet-related services and products including online advertising technologies, search, cloud computing, software, and hardware. The company owns the Android operating system, which is the world's most popular smartphone OS. Google's impressive portfolio of services includes Gmail, YouTube, and Google Search, making it one of the biggest Internet companies in the world.

Google Pixel smartphone comes with a 

  • 5.00-inch FHD display with a resolution of 1080 pixels by 1920 @ 441 pixels per inch. 
  • Powered by 1.6GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor.
  • 4GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage (cannot be expanded)
  • As far as the cameras are concerned, the Google Pixel packs a 12.3-megapixel primary camera on the rear and an 8-megapixel front shooter for selfies.
  • Powered by a 2770mAh nonremovable battery,
  • Measures 143.80 x 69.50 x 8.60 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 143.00 grams.

Google Pixel XL smartphone sports

  • 5.50-inch QHD display with a resolution of 1440 pixels by 2560 pixels @ 534 pixels per inch. 
  • Powered by 1.6GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor
  • 4GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage (cannot be expanded). 
  • As far as the cameras are concerned, the Google Pixel XL packs a 12.3-megapixel primary camera on the rear and an 8-megapixel front shooter for selfies.
  • Powered by a 3450mAh nonremovable battery. 
  • Measures 154.70 x 75.70 x 8.50 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 168.00 grams.
Both Google Pixel & Pixel XL runs on latest Android 7.1 out of the box and is a single SIM (GSM) smartphone that accepts a Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, NFC, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope, and Barometer.

Best Buy Link

Google Pixel (Very Silver, 32GB)         Google Pixel (Very Silver, 128 GB)



Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus


Apple's Latest iPhone 7 & iPhone 7Plus: Things to know

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  7 7 plus

This year's iPhone  come in three storage variants - 32GB  128GB, and 256GB but No 64GB 😔 as people opt to buy 128GB if they are insufficient with 32GB 😦 (Costly). The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will be available in Gold, Jet Black, Matte Black, Rose Gold, and Silver color variants in India.


Apart from the new colors and new storage capacities, there are several major differences between the last generation and the current generation iPhone models. 
  • No 3.5mm headphone jack (Apple is bundling a Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter with each phone, however) 
  • IP67 rating for dust, splash, and water resistance. The current generation is lighter and faster than the previous and comes bundled with Lightning-powered EarPods.
The iPhone 7  Sports
  • 3D Touch-enabled 4.7-inch Retina HD display with a resolution of 750x1334 @326ppi. 
  • Powered by the Apple A10 Fusion processor.
  • It bears a 12-megapixel rear camera with a f/1.8 aperture, a six-element lens, optical image stabilization, a Quad-LED True Tone flash, and a sapphire crystal lens cover. 
  • The rear camera is capable of 4K video recording at 30fps, and 1080p HD video recording at 60fps. 
  • The FaceTime HD camera on the front bears a 7-megapixel resolution and is capable of 1080p HD video recording. 
  • It measures 138.3x67.1x7.1mm and weighs in at 138 grams.
The iPhone 7 Plus Sports
  • 3D Touch-enabled 5.5-inch Retina HD display with a resolution of 1080x1920 @ 401ppi.
  • Powered by the Apple A10 Fusion processor.
  • Dual rear camera setup - one 12-megapixel wide angle lens camera with a f/1.8 aperture, and one 12-megapixel telephoto lens camera with a f/2.8 aperture. 
  • It measures 158.2x77.9x7.3mm, and weighs in at 188 grams, with the rest of the specifications similar to the iPhone 7.

Final Verdict

It's not a great deal for iPhone 6S users upgrade to iPhone 7 as there is no noticeable change to experience. However, a new iPhone user can prefer going with iPhone 7 for the first time. Considering iPhone 7 Plus, definitively give great  experience with its Primary camera equipped with a telephoto lens (great for professional photography)  and immersive user experience. Let's wait and see what Apple brings in its 10 Year industry research next Year)

Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Black, 128 GB)

Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Rose Gold, 32 GB)

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