nitink 279 Report post Posted May 16, 2013 what happened to their partnership with LG ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kalpeshaparmar 66 Report post Posted May 16, 2013 LG Launches 16GB Google Nexus 4 for Rs 25,999 in India Nexus 4 the newest smartphone in the Nexus line-up from Google, was announced today for availability in India. Nexus 4 comes with a cutting edge Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor and With 2GB of RAM and 8MP camera and takes stunning Photo Sphere images, letting you capture every detail of the world around you. Nexus 4 comes with the latest Google apps, putting the best of Google in the palm of your hand. The latest version of Google Now is built in, which keeps you even more organized – get reminders about upcoming flights, restaurant reservations, hotel confirmations and even nearby photo opportunities – when and where you need them. Get to the places you care about quickly and easily with Google Maps for Android. With turn by turn GPS navigation, live traffic info, and integrated driving, walking and public transit directions, getting from A to B has never been easier. 3D Maps and rich satellite imagery give you a more realistic sense of what’s around you while features like Street View and Indoor Maps make sure you always know what’s in front of you. With this and a host of other new features, LG Nexus 4 is bound to transform and elevate a consumer’s smartphone experience. LG’s Nexus 4 is priced at Rs 25, 999 and will be available at selected LG exclusive brand shops, Multi brand outlets and speciality stores ( modern trade ) across India. Flipkart Link http://www.flipkart.com/nexus-4/p/itmdkvkzgy2d5nhk?pid=MOBDKVGZUEGRAYZD&ref=a1493647-e260-446f-9c92-27593c788378&srno=m_1_1&otracker=from-search&query=nexus%204 Specification: CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon TM S4 Pro CPU 1.5 GHz Krait Network Unlocked GSM/UMTS/HSPA+ GSM/EDGE/GPRS (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) 3G (850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz) HSPA+ 42 Dimension 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm Operating System Android 4.2 .2 Weight 139g Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dushie 30 Report post Posted May 17, 2013 way too expensive, would prefer to buy from US and get it here, rather than buying locally. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aalok 442 Report post Posted May 17, 2013 ^ agreed, but it is with warrenty applicable in india..<br /><br />triggered from razr...<br /><br /> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
garynsa 8 Report post Posted May 19, 2013 Well warranty on India doesn't necessarily follow the same standards. My experience with Samsung wasn't so great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted May 23, 2013 HTC Desire 600 Dual SIM Goes Official, Quad Core CPU, Sense 5 On Board Source The HTC One leads the charge of the Sense 5 experience and now the HTC Desire 600 dual sim fills the ranks with an affordable alternative. The smartphone was introduced today and is supposed to bring many of the One's premium features at a far lower price point. The HTC Desire 600 dual sim runs Android Jelly Bean (probably 4.1) with Sense 5 on top, which includes the BlinkFeed screen that pulls updates and info from your social networking accounts and 1,400 media sources. It's powered by a Snapdragon 200 chipset, which packs four Cortex-A5 CPUs clocked at 1.2GHz, 1GB RAM and Adreno 203 GPU. There's 8GB of built-in storage and a 1,860mAh battery. The smartphone has a 4.5" Super LCD2 screen with qHD resolution, surrounded by two BoomSound speakers, just like on the One. Beats Audio is, of course, also a part of the package. The HTC Desire 600 dual sim packs an 8MP / 720p main camera and a 1.6MP front-facing camera that can be used to capture photos, which the Video Highlights feature combines into 30 second video clips. All you have to do is pick the music theme. It's not as great as Zoe, but it's in the same spirit. As the name suggests, the phone has two SIM card slots and both cards are active at the same time – you can receive a call on one of them, even if the other is already in use. The phone has 3G with HSDPA connectivity (up to 7.2Mbps down), Bluetooth 4.0 with aptX, Wi-Fi b/g/n, NFC and GPS (plus GLONASS in Russia and the EU). The HTC Desire 600 will be available early next month and while it aims for global availability, it will start off with Russia, Ukraine and the Middle East. There's no info on pricing yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted May 28, 2013 Samsung India Launches Galaxy Mega 5.8 & Galaxy Mega 6.3 Smartphones For Rs 25,100 & Rs 31,490 Source Samsung has officially launched Galaxy Mega series smartphones today in the Indian market. The phones are targeted to the consumers who do not want to carry two different devices thus opt for a large screen smartphone. Carrying the massive display sizes and 5.8-inch and 6.3-inch, the Mega series smartphones were originally announced last month. According to a press release issued by the company, Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8 will be available beginning next week for Rs 25,100, while Mega 6.3 will go on sale next month for Rs 31,490. Samsung has also partnered with Reliance Communications and Vodafone telecom operators to provide data offers to the buyers of Galaxy Mega smartphones. RCOM will be offering 2GB of free data per month for three months as well as unlimited access to Bigflix, Whatsapp, Twitter and Facebook. On the other hand, Vodafone will be giving free 2GB of data per month for two months. In addition to hardware specifications like dual-core processor, the Mega series smartphone also come with software customisations that were originally released as a part of Galaxy S4 smartphone. Some of such software features are Samsung Link, S Translator, Story Album, Air View, Sound & Shot, Group Play, S Travel and Samsung WatchON. Samsung has revealed that it is selling the the dual-SIM version of Galaxy Mega 5.8 in the country, while Mega 6.3 will only be available in single-SIM version. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nitink 279 Report post Posted May 28, 2013 why dont they launch such phone in cdma as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joshm 818 Report post Posted May 28, 2013 If only Samsung could do some innovations in the looks and design, it's getting boring and kinna sickening now But good phones, not great on specs as far as processing power and display is concerned, but great sent from my NOTE II, yupp size does matter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkkooolll 10 Report post Posted May 28, 2013 why same is not available in CDMA it would be great for us Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sougatadc 358 Report post Posted May 28, 2013 200g of a 'phone' weight is tad heavy. Still, considering its utility vis-a-vis a tablet, it has advantage. And Dr. ji, what else they can do? They are busy releasing handsets every other month, finding it difficult to ponder over their design Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted May 30, 2013 LG Optimus G Pro Coming To India & Other Asian Countries in June Source LG announced today at a press event in Macau that it will be launching its 5.5-inch Optimus G Pro phablet in select Asian markets including India next month. The phone will first go on sale in Hong Kong beginning early-June and will be rolled-out in other countries throughout the month. “LG’s Optimus G Pro sets a new benchmark in the over 5-inch display smartphone category which is catching on with consumers everywhere who aren’t interested in owning both a phone and a tablet,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. LG Optimus G Pro, which was originally announced at Mobile World Congress, was initially released in South Korea and other select markets. To remind you, LG Optimus G Pro comes with 1.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 quad-core processor, Adreno 320 GPU, 3,140mAh battery and 2GB RAM. The phone also comes with 5.5-inch 1080p Full HD IPS display and Jelly Bean. LG has revealed that Optimus G Pro also packs several software customizations apart from the massive hardware. Take a look at select key software features below: Dual Camera and Dual Recording: The Dual Camera and Dual Recording functions allow users to capture pictures or videos with both the front and rear cameras simultaneously. VR Panorama: The VR Panorama allows shots of entire horizontal and vertical environments for a full 360°view Pause and Resume Recording: The Pause and Resume Recording feature allows for the recording of short snippets of video which can then be viewed as one continuous file. Smart Video: Smart Video recognizes the position of the viewer’s eyes and automatically plays or stops the video without any manual input from the user. According to LG, Optimus G Pro will be released in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, India, Indonesia, Philippine, Vietnam and Malaysia as a part of current roll-out. LG Optimus G Pro Key Specifications: 1.7GHz Quad-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 Processor 2GB RAM Memory: 32GB / microSD (up to 64GB) Display: 5.5-inch True Full HD IPS Plus (1920 x 1080 pixels / 400ppi) Cameras: Rear 13.0MP with LED Flash / Front 2.1MP Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean Battery: 3,140mAh (removable / wireless charging capable) Size: 150.2 x 76.1 x 9.4mm 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted June 11, 2013 Sprint Announces Sprint Vital - An Affordable Smartphone With All High End Features Source Looks like a Nice 5" CDMA Phone ticking all the boxes in specs. Available from 14th June. 5-inch 1280 x 720 IPS Display 1.5GHz dual-core processor (Qualcomm MSM8960) 1GB RAM, 8GB user memory and microSD slot Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean Sprint 4G LTE Near Field Communication (NFC) Wi-Fi 802.11 /b/g/n 13-megapixel rear-facing camera with LED flash and video capture, 1-megapixel front-facing camera Bluetooth 4.0 + LE 2,500 mAh removable lithium-ion battery Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MGR 18 Report post Posted June 11, 2013 Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 goes official Samsung has unveiled the third smartphone in its Galaxy Ace series, in single as well as dual sim variants. The company has launched two versions of the phone, one compatible with 3G networks and the other with 4G for different markets. The new phone, named Galaxy Ace 3, had been rumoured for long and its leaked photo had recently surfaced on the internet. The new Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 has a 4-inch TFT touchscreen with 800x480p resolution and 233ppi pixel density. The phone is powered by Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), the latest version of Google's free mobile operating system, topped with TouchWiz UI. It packs a 1GHz dual-core processor with 1GB RAM under the hood and comes with 4GB internal storage and microSD support up to 64GB. Just like its predecessors, Galaxy Ace 3 has a 5MP rear camera with LED flash, whereas a VGA unit is placed in front. Connectivity options in the smartphone include 2G, 3G, optional 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and microUSB 2.0. A 1,500mAh battery powers this device, which has proprietary Samsung software, like Hub, S Travel, S Translator, S Voice, Smart Stay etc. Key specs: Display: 4-inch TFT touchscreen with 800x480p resolution and 233ppi pixel density Operating system: Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with TouchWiz UI Processor and RAM: 1GHz dual-core processor with 1GB RAM Storage: 4GB internal storage and microSD support up to 64GB Connectivity: 2G, 3G, optional 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and microUSB 2.0 Camera: 5MP camera with LED flash on the back, VGA front unit Battery: 1,500mAh Source : http://www.techgig.com/tech-news/editors-pick/Samsung-Galaxy-Ace-3-goes-official-18408 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted June 12, 2013 Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom With 10x Optical Zoom, 16MP CMOS Sensor Announced Source The Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom smartphone has finally been announced. The Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom boasts of features like 10x optical zoom, 16MP CMOS Sensor, OIS and Xenon flash. The smartphone is powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and is fuelled by a 2330 mAh battery. First things first, the Galaxy S4 zoom features a Zoom Ring that can be used to access the Galaxy S4 zoom’s key features. When you’re in the middle of a phone call and you see something you absolutely have to share, a quick twist of the Zoom Ring will activate the In-Call Photo Share feature that allows you to capture and send an image directly via MMS to whoever you are talking to. In addition to that, the Zoom Ring can be used to activate the Quick Launch and Shortcut features for access to multiple camera modes including Auto, Gallery and Smart Mode. Here is a quick look at the specs of the Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom: 4.3 inch qHD sAMOLED screen with a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels 3G, EDGE/GPRS, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0 (LE) 16MP rear camera with 10x optical zoom, Sub (Front) 1.9MP camera GPS with A-GPS for Google Maps 8GB internal memory + microSD slot up to 64GB The 10x optical zoom and 16MP BSI CMOS sensor lets you capture images from far away or up close and personal in all light conditions. Furthermore, Samsung claims that the built-in Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) helps keep the camera perfectly still even when you’re not, reducing blur and stabilising the image while zoomed in for good quality photos and video. The Photo Suggest feature connects users to huge libraries of images taken by fellow photographers, to help them find and compose their best shots anywhere in the world. Photo Suggest can even direct users to the ideal nearby location, which will give them the vantage point needed for that perfect photo. It also features the company's popular Smart Mode, owing to which users can choose from a series of pre-set modes and the camera will automatically adjust for good shots. Then there is the Drama Shot feature that Samsung says can be used to merge continuous shots of moving objects into a single composed image, or Action Freeze to instantly capture high-speed action. If you aren’t sure which Smart Mode to select, the Smart Mode Suggest feature can assess the scene for you and provide a short list of the best options for your consideration based on surrounding factors such as light levels, focal length or face detection. “The Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom represents yet another step forward in the way Samsung is working to enhance the lives of our customers around the world,” said JK Shin, President and CEO, Head of IT & Mobile Communications Division, Samsung Electronics. “As communication continues to become increasingly visual in nature, people wish to capture and share their moments in the highest quality possible, but often do not have the space or inclination to carry a dedicated camera for this purpose. The Galaxy S4 zoom changes this forever, combining the industry leading functionality and connectivity of the Galaxy S4 with the high quality photographic experience you’d expect from a compact camera. The result is truly the best of both worlds, without compromise.” The Samsung Galaxy S4 zoom runs on Android Jelly Bean 4.2. It includes Touchwiz as on the recently announced Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone, which can help you fully customise various aspects of your device, including the lock screen and notification bar. Using the Story Album feature on the smartphone, those who’ve just returned from a long trip can arrange all of their images and videos into one timeline to share with friends and loved ones. They can also edit images and even order prints directly from the device through a partnership with blurb. For those who’d rather transfer their images to their laptop or tablet for safe keeping, there is Samsung Link. Alternatively, on the Galaxy S4 zoom, you also have the option to sync all of your data in your own personal cloud through HomeSync, providing the ultimate peace of mind and ensuring your images and videos are waiting for you whenever you need them. The Galaxy S4 zoom features the new Samsung Hub that can be accessed to get all of the latest music, videos, books and games, and Group Play that lets users connect directly with their Samsung devices so they can all listen and play together, without the need for a Wi-Fi or cellular signal. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genius 817 Report post Posted June 12, 2013 Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom With 10x Optical Zoom, 16MP CMOS Sensor Announced They have created a new Cross Camera x Tablet x Phone = Phablemara 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted June 12, 2013 Guess Samsung is trying to create products which apple can never include in the patent trial! Never in their wildest dreams apple can think of introducing something like this! It's called renovation! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted June 14, 2013 Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 Inch Phablet Pricing in India Revealed - Rs 30,990 Up for Pre-Order now on Flipkart with estimated release - 5th Week, June >> http://www.flipkart.com/samsung-galaxy-mega-6-3-i9200/p/itmdhhzhzqpzsczu Android v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) 1.7 GHz Dual Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400, Adreno 305 graphics 6.3 Inches TFT 1280 x 720 Display 1.5 GB RAM Primary 8MP & Front 1.9MP Camera 3200 mAh Battery Wi-Fi Direct, NFC Support, Infrared Port, USB Host, USB On-the-go, Bluetooth 4.0 Single Micro SIM 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted June 18, 2013 Huawei Launches Ascend Mate 6.1 Inch Phablet in India For Rs 24,900 Website >> http://consumer.huawei.com/en/mobile-phones/smart-phones/overview/mt1-u06-en.htm Specs: 6.1 Inch HD IPS+ 1280 x 720 LCD Display with Corning® Gorilla® glass 1.5 GHz quad-core Hi-Silicon K3V2 + Intel XMM6260 Android 4.1 Jelly Bean 2GB RAM, 8GB Storage 8.0-megapixel Rear camera & 1.0MP Front 4050 mAh Super Large Battery 3G, Wi-Fi, DLNA, Bluetooth v4.0 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kmc251 73 Report post Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 Inch Phablet Pricing in India Revealed - Rs 30,990 Up for Pre-Order now on Flipkart with estimated release - 5th Week, June >> http://www.flipkart.com/samsung-galaxy-mega-6-3-i9200/p/itmdhhzhzqpzsczu Single Micro SIM Samsung Also launched its variant in MEGA DUAL SIM... Available at sotres @ 24500/- Android v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) Dual-core 1.4 GHz 5.8 Inches 540 x 960 pixels, Display 1.5 GB RAM Primary 8MP & Front 1.9MP Camera 2600 mAh Battery DUAL Micro SIM Complete Specs... http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_mega_5_8_i9150-5396.phpFeels good holding in hand... had a doubt if caring or using such a bigger screen as a cell phone will be possible? The handset definitely looks promising... lets see what position does this giant takes in the market... Here have a look... Edited June 18, 2013 by kmc251 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted June 18, 2013 Huawei Ascend P6 Now Official – World’s Slimmest Smartphone At 6.18 Millimeters! Launched today. Android 4.2.2 1.5 Ghz Quad Core Processor 4.7 Inch 720p in-cell Display 8MP Rear BSI camera with F2.0 aperture, 4cm macro view, 5MP front camera 2,000 mAh battery Weighs a mere 120 grams, Metallic body Huawei Ascend P6 - 2 Minute Encounter VIDEO "Elegance Made Possible" - The Design Story Behind Huawei Ascend P6 VIDEO (Worth watching!) From the idea's conception to its development and manufacturing, Huawei Device proudly presents you with an in-depth story of how this beautifully elegant smartphone was made possible. 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KanagaDeepan 1,084 Report post Posted June 22, 2013 Am I missing something??? I didn't see any post about the announcement of HTC Butterfly S, the FIRST HTC high end phone of 2013 worth buying (with 3200mAh Li-Po battery and microSD slot) ======================================= HTC Butterfly S is official, packs HTC One's UltraPixel camera19 June, 2013 HTC has just made the Butterfly S official and it's a significant bump over the first Butterfly. The smartphone is powered by a 1.9GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 - the same as the one in the Samsung Galaxy S4 - and has 2GB of RAM. It's built around the same 5" display boasting full HD resolution and a pixel density of 440ppi. Internal storage is 16GB, and as is usually the case, HTC has teamed up with Dropbox to provide 25GB of free cloud storage for 2 years. MicroSD card support is available, too. At the back of the Butterfly S, there's the same UltraPixel camera as the HTC One. It packs a 1/3" BSI sensor size with a 2.0 micron pixel size and wide F/2.0 aperture. Since the smartphone is running Android 4.2 Jelly Bean with the latest Sense UI 5 skin on top, there's HTC Zoe with HTC Share and Video highlights. HTC Butterfly S official photos Not much has changed in terms of visuals, and the Butterfly S looks more or less the same as its predecessor, safe for its thickness and different color variations - red, white, gray - and some details here and there. The most prominent of which is the metal ring surrounding the camera glass at the back. Measuring 144.5 x 70.5 x 10.6mm, the Butterfly S weighs 160 grams and is significantly thicker than before. That's because under the hood, there's a 3200mAh battery, a lot bigger than the original Butterfly's 2020mAh unit. Connectivity options are the usual for a high-end offering and include Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, DLNA, NFC, GPS. The HTC Butterfly S is expected to debut in Taiwan for NT $22,900 (US $766) in July. The company's plans for a wider release at this point are still unclear. ====================================== SOURCE: HERE 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rajanmehta 4,056 Report post Posted June 22, 2013 So they removed perceived HTC One drawbacks within less than 2 month of launching it (Sympathy for HTC One early buyers! ) and now will launch this Butterfly S at Rs 45,000+ when S4 & equivalents may be selling at Rs 32-34K! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nitink 279 Report post Posted June 22, 2013 So they removed perceived HTC One drawbacks within less than 2 month of launching it (Sympathy for HTC One early buyers! ) and now will launch this Butterfly S at Rs 45,000+ when S4 & equivalents may be selling at Rs 32-34K! That is why they never are able to get volumes. they are lagging in almost everything. instead of being proactive, they are reactive! , why make devices with no sd card slot. also their flagship HTC one is yet to get 4.2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KanagaDeepan 1,084 Report post Posted June 22, 2013 ^^^^^^ Apart from that, they are not at all serious about Indian market... They launch models with outdated OS + specs at ridiculously high prices... Eg 1: YESTERDAY they launched Desire XC with DualSIM C+G, 4" 480p display, 1GHz DualCore, 1650mAh battery, 4GB memory, 0.75GB RAM, 5MPx camera, NO FRONT CAM, ICS for Rs16249/- Eg 2: On June5 they launched Desire XDS almost the same as above with G+G setup for Rs16089/- -------------------------------- I agree the build quality and materials used are better, design of latest models are good... But hey if your phone is going to have non-removable battery better give 3000+ mAh battery like Moto and if you are not going to give me SD slot, then keep the price low like Nexus4... Till this BF-S, they have launched higher end phones with no expandable memory... They put tiny and non-removable batteries for the sake of being slim... Then they were wondering why they were going down... But at least for their own good, they are now awake from their KUMBHA-KARNAN sleep.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
