OnePlus 6 users may no longer have to buy a new SIM card while travelling abroad
Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus has introduced an all new service today that will enable users to browse the internet while travelling abroad with a local SIM card. The company has named its service as OnePlus Roaming and it has been touted to work in a majority of countries across the world. OnePlus users will be given a list of plans they can choose from while they are visiting a particular country. And the plans will vary according to the country they are visiting.
The service is a part of OxygenOS Open Beta 7, which is currently only available in OnePlus 6. However, we can fully expect the update to reach some other OnePlus mobile phones in the near future. One smartphone that will surely get the update is OnePlus’ current flagship OnePlus 6T.
The Chinese smartphone maker has spoken about OnePlus Roaming in a post on their forum. According to the company, the new service basically works like a virtual SIM card. However, it is only limited to data access and cannot be used to make voice calls using the traditional network. The company is being very specific about this and has said, “OnePlus Roaming lets you surf the Internet without a local SIM card.”
But then, we think it will work for someone who can live for a few days by making calls from services like WhatsApp and Skype instead.
You can access the OnePlus Roaming service only after you install the OxygenOS Open Beta 7 on your OnePlus 6 smartphone. If you have the update and want to access the new service, you need to head to ‘Settings’ of your smartphone and then select ‘Wi-Fi’. After this, you need to press on ‘Internet’ and you’ll be able to see the option using which you can purchase a package to enable data access without a local SIM card.
Once you purchase a package, it will start appearing in your Ordered list. You can enable the package from your ordered list when you reach your destination.
OnePlus has not guaranteed that it has packages for all countries and regions and it is worth noticing that the values of packages may vary country wise or region wise.
Along with the OnePlus Roaming service, the update also gets a Video Enhancer feature that enhances colours to deliver users a better video watching experience. In order to access the Video Enhancer feature, users need to head to ‘Settings’ and then ‘Display’.
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This is when Asus Zenfone 5Z will get the Android 9.0 Pie update
Taiwanese smartphone maker Asus has today revealed when its Zenfone 5Z smartphone will be getting an update to Android 9.0 Pie. Asus Zenfone 5Z smartphone was launched in India in July this year and it came with Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box.
And now, the consumer electronics maker has announced that Asus Zenfone 5Z smartphone will be getting an update to Android 9.0 Pie in January 2019.
The update will be rolled out to Zenfone 5Z as a firmware over-the-air (FOTA). This is being done by the company to get new functionalities and enhance the overall experience of the Asus Zenfone 5Z smartphone.
Among the new features that Asus Zenfone 5Z mobile will be getting with the Android 9.0 Pie update are all-new contextual pop-up volume bar and a new Magnifier feature that will enable users to “copy and paste” in an easier way. However, as of now, we don’t know what other features will be coming to the device with the Android 9.0 update.
But like other devices with Android 9.0 Pie, we expect to see app actions, slices, Digital Wellbeing and more.
Another fact that lacks clarity is if Android 9.0 Pie will be coming to Asus Zenfone 5Z (review) in the latest Android security patch. Since the update is being rolled out in the form of a FOTA package, your smartphone will be updated automatically. There will be no reason for you to install the update manually. However, if you wish to check its presence on its own, you go to your Asus Zenfone 5Z’s ‘Settings’, click on ‘System’ and then press ‘System updates’. But do it in January, since the month of the update has already been confirmed by the company.
To recall, Asus Zenfone 5Z features a 6.2-inch full-HD+ Super IPS+ display that has an aspect ratio of 18.7:9. The dual SIM smartphone is powered by Snapdragon 845 processor that is paired with an Adreno 630 GPU. The smartphone comes with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of onboard storage. Asus Zenfone 5Z smartphone can hold microSD cards of up to 2TB.
For imaging duties, there is a dual rear camera setup that comes with a 12MP Sony IMX363 primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture and OIS, coupled with an 8MP OmniVision 8856sensor with fixed focus, f/2.2 aperture, and a 120-degree wide-angle lens. There is also an 8MP fixed focus OmniVision 8856 sensor that can be used to click selfies and make video calls. Asus Zenfone 5Z houses a 3,300mAh battery that has support for Quick Charge 3.0.
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Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) vs OnePlus 6T: Comparison
Samsung has finally launched the first ever smartphone with a quadruple rear camera setup, Galaxy A9 (2018), in India today. Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018)’s price in India begins at Rs 36,999, which means that it directly competes with the recently launched OnePlus 6T smartphone. The comparison is inevitable, considering their pricing and how closely the two devices were launched.
While OnePlus 6T mobile boasts of features like an in-display fingerprint scanner and comes with the most powerful processor in the world, Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) has five cameras in total. If you have been planning to buy a mid-range smartphone for yourself, and are confused between the two, we are here to help you make your decision.
Here, we have compared the entire set of specifications of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) and OnePlus 6T (review). Read our comparison and you’ll know which among two is the smartphone for you:
OnePlus 6T: 6.41-inch full-HD+ Optic AMOLED panel with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 6.3-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity display that has an aspect ratio of 18.5:9.
OnePlus 6T: 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor.
OnePlus 6T: 6GB or 8GB RAM, 128GB and 256GB storage variants.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 6GB or 8GB RAM with 128GB onboar storage.
OnePlus 6T: No
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Up to 512GB
OnePlus 6T: Android 9.0 Pie skinned with OxygenOS.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Android 8.0 Oreo
OnePlus 6T: 16MP Sony IMX519 sensor with f/1.7 aperture + 20MP Sony IMX376K sensor with f/1.7 aperture.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 24MP sensor that comes with an f/1.7 aperture + 10MP telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom and f/2.4 aperture + 8MP ultra-wide sensor with 120-degree lens and f/2.4 aperture + 5MP depth sensor with an f/2.2 aperture.
OnePlus 6T: 16MP Sony IMX371 sensor with an f/2.0 aperture.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 24MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture.
OnePlus 6T: 3,700mAh with support for 5V/ 4A fast charge technology.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 3,800mAh battery and supports fast charging.
OnePlus 6T: Rs 37,999
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Rs 36,999
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Display
OnePlus 6T: 6.41-inch full-HD+ Optic AMOLED panel with an aspect ratio of 19.5:9.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 6.3-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity display that has an aspect ratio of 18.5:9.
Processor
OnePlus 6T: 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor.
RAM and storage
OnePlus 6T: 6GB or 8GB RAM, 128GB and 256GB storage variants.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 6GB or 8GB RAM with 128GB onboar storage.
Support for microSD card
OnePlus 6T: No
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Up to 512GB
Operating system
OnePlus 6T: Android 9.0 Pie skinned with OxygenOS.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Android 8.0 Oreo
Primary cameras
OnePlus 6T: 16MP Sony IMX519 sensor with f/1.7 aperture + 20MP Sony IMX376K sensor with f/1.7 aperture.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 24MP sensor that comes with an f/1.7 aperture + 10MP telephoto sensor with 2x optical zoom and f/2.4 aperture + 8MP ultra-wide sensor with 120-degree lens and f/2.4 aperture + 5MP depth sensor with an f/2.2 aperture.
Selfie cameras
OnePlus 6T: 16MP Sony IMX371 sensor with an f/2.0 aperture.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 24MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture.
Battery
OnePlus 6T: 3,700mAh with support for 5V/ 4A fast charge technology.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): 3,800mAh battery and supports fast charging.
Starting price
OnePlus 6T: Rs 37,999
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018): Rs 36,999
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[td_smart_list_end] Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) with four rear cameras launched in India: Price, specifications and more
The first ever smartphone to come with four cameras on its back panel, Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) has been launched in India today. The smartphone was launched globally last month at an event in Kuala Lampur. The South Korean technology had promised at the launch that Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) will reach other markets in November. As the name suggests, the smartphone is the successor of Samsung Galaxy A9 that was launched by the technology company in 2015. Here’s a look at the complete specifications and pricing details of the smartphone:
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Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) price in India
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) smartphone comes in 6GB and 8GB RAM variants, both of which are clubbed with 128GB of onboard storage. The 6GB RAM/128GB storage version of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) bears a price tag of Rs 36,990 and the 8GB RAM/128GB storage model costs Rs 39,990. The pre-bookings of the device have begun already and it will go on sale via online and offline channels starting November 28. As a part of launch offers, customers will be able to get a cashback of Rs 3,000 if they pay for their purchase via HDFC Bank credit or debit cards. If you buy the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) smartphone from Airtel Online Store, you can get the 6GB RAM variant for a down payment of Rs 3,690 and EMI of Rs 2,349. Speaking of the 8GB RAM variant, it is available at a down payment of Rs 4,890 and EMI of Rs 2,449. The customers will get built-in Airtel postpaid plans with the EMIs. These plans would include free data, unlimited voice calling, national roaming and free subscription to Airtel TV.Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) specifications
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) comes with dual SIM functionality and is based on Android 8.0 Oreo. The smartphone sports a 6.3-inch full-HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity display that has an aspect ratio of 18.5:9. Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) mobile is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor paired with either 6GB or 8GB of RAM. Both the RAM models come with 128GB of onboard storage and can hold a microSD card of up to 512GB. Galaxy A9 (2018) houses a 3,800mAh battery that supports fast charging and the smartphone comes with Samsung’s digital assistant Bixy, Samsung Pay and Face Unlock. Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is the world’s first smartphone to come with four rear cameras. Its quadruple camera setup comprises of a 24MP sensor that comes with an f/1.7 aperture, a 10MP telephoto sensor that features 2x optical zoom and has an f/2.4 aperture, an 8MP ultra-wide sensor that comes with a 120-degree lens and an f/2.4 aperture and a 5MP depth sensor that features an f/2.2 aperture. For selfies and video calls, there is a 24MP front facing snapper that comes with an f/2.0 aperture. On the connectivity front, the smartphone support 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v5, NFC, a 3.5mm jack, and a USB Type-C port. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.Xiaomi Poco F1 begins to get the Android 9.0 Pie update
Xiaomi Poco F1 has started receiving the official Android 9 Pie beta with MIUI Global Beta ROM 8.11.15. The beta version of Android 9.0 Pie based on MIUI 10 started rolling out to a few users earlier. And now, Xiaomi has started rolling out the update to all Poco F1 users.
Users can download and install Android 9.0 Pie update on their Xiaomi Poco F1 smartphone via MIUI Forum. As of now, the update can only be installed manually. With Android 9.0 Pie, Xiaomi Poco F1 will get features like gesture-supported navigation, battery optimisations, and the October Android security patch.
The users will have to unlock the bootloader on their Xiaomi Poco F1 smartphone as the MIUI Global Beta ROM 8.11.15 is available as a flash ROM. A post on MIUI form explains how one can unlock the bootloader and flash the ROM.
However, before you install it, you should know that this is a Beta update too and some features may not be as smooth as they are in the final update. So if you feel that you would rather have features that run better on the device, you should wait for the final version of the update to be released. The stable or the final version of the update will be rolled out by the company only after it receives positive response from the users.
If you install that update and find it to be too buggy, don’t fret over it. There is an option for users to downgrade the device to the earlier version. However, considering that MIUI Global Beta ROM 8.11.15 is based on Android 9.0 Pie, on downgrading it you will have to return to Android Oreo.
Before you begin to install the update on your device, it is advisable that you back up all of their data. This is because during the update, the data stored in the device will be erased.
Recently, Xiaomi Poco F1 mobile also got a stable MIUI 10 Global ROM update that is based on Android 8.1 Oreo. Among other changes that came with the update, the camera stability of the device improved and its user interface got revamped.
The MIUI 10 Global Stable ROM update based on Android 8.1 Oreo is also being rolled out by the company to its other smartphones including Redmi 6, Redmi 6A, and Redmi Note 6 Pro.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Pure White to be launched this week
With the holiday season approaching, Samsung has decided to roll out a new coloured edition of its Galaxy Note 9 smartphone. The company is making available the Pure White colour variant of Samsung Galaxy Note 9 starting November 23.
A render of the new colour variant of the device had leaked earlier this month. But tipster Evan Blass had tweeted saying that he doubts if Samsung would actually be launching the white coloured Note 9 and said that the images may be photoshopped.
https://twitter.com/evleaks/status/1059118553431859200
However, sources from China have claimed that the South Korean technology giant is indeed launching the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Pure White Edition in Taiwan this week.
The new Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will have a completely White body, a White aluminium frame and will come with a White coloured S Pen.
The smartphone was initially launched in Metallic Copper, Lavender Purple, Ocean Blue, and Midnight Black colour options. Later, the company introduced a Cloud Silver colour variant in the United States. This makes Pure White the sixth official colour variant of Samsung Galaxy Note 9 mobile.
The specifications of the device remain unchanged of course, and it has been said that the new colour variant wouldn’t cost anything extra than the other variants.
It is worth noticing that Samsung announced at its developer conference its brand new user interface called One UI will be coming to its current flagships – Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9 Plus and Galaxy Note 9. The new user interface by the company is based on Android 9.0 Pie and is the successor of the company’s current UI, Samsung Experience.
Last week, the company started rolling out the Android 9.0 Pie and One UI update in Beta to Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus users. However, that too is being rolled out in a phased manner.
The same update is also expected to come to Samsung Galaxy Note 9 soon, but then we have no official date as of now.
With One UI, the South Korean technology company promises an improved one-handed usage of its devices, an enhanced night-time reading experience with a system-wide dark mode, and more.
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How much radiation does your Xiaomi smartphone emit? Find out
A few weeks back, we made a list of 17 smartphones in India which emit the most radiation. And Xiaomi’s Mi A1 smartphone topped list. However, the Mi A1 smartphone is no longer being sold on Xiaomi’s website, and that’s not exactly surprising considering its successor Mi A2 has been available for a few months now.
Considering that Xiaomi has topping the charts in Indian smartphone market for five consecutive quarters now, we thought that it is important for you to know the amount of radiation they emit before you make your next purchase.
Here’s our list of nine Xiaomi smartphones that are available in India and what their SAR value are. It is worth noticing that these values have been picked from Xiaomi India’s website. We also compared them to the values on the global website, which in some cases were different. We have mentioned both the Indian and global value here for you to compare.
Head: 1.188 W/kg
Body: 0.334 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Head: 1.115 W/kg
Body: 1.238 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Head: 1.39w/kg
Body: 1.31w/kg (Max distance 5 mm)
Global value:
Head: 1.22 W/kg
Body: 0.710 W/kg (Max distance 5 mm)
Head: 1.092 W/kg
Body: 0.259W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Head: 1.16 W/kg
Body: 0.66 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Head: 0.880w/kg
Body: 0.850w/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Head: 0.390W/Kg
Body: 1.770W/Kg (Max distance 5 mm)
Head: 0.66 W/kg
Body: 1.18 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Global value:
Head: 0.66 W/kg
Body: 1.18 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Head: 0.746 W/kg
Body: 0.715 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Model M1804C3CG
Head: 0.78 W/kg, Body: 1.17 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Model M1804C3CH
Head: 0.79W/kg, Body: 1.18 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Head: 0.793 W/kg
Body: 0.707 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Model M1804C3DG
Head: 0.97 W/kg, Body: 1.15 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Model M1804C3DH
Head: 0.95 W/kg, Body: 1.15 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Head: 0.964 W/kg
Body: 0.780 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Note: Different countries term different SAR values as safe for humans. European Union and International Electrotechnical Commission allow smartphones with up to 2 watts per kilogram of SAR level. In the US, the FCC only approves of SAR level at or below 1.6 watts per kilogram and India follows this model, but other factors are taken into consideration too. On the other hand, Der Blaue Engel, a German certification for products and services on the basis of environmental friendliness, only certifies smartphones that have lesser than 0.60 watts per kilogram of absorption rate.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro
Head: 1.188 W/kg
Body: 0.334 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Xiaomi Redmi Y2
Head: 1.115 W/kg
Body: 1.238 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Xiaomi Mi Max 2
Head: 1.39w/kg
Body: 1.31w/kg (Max distance 5 mm)
Global value:
Head: 1.22 W/kg
Body: 0.710 W/kg (Max distance 5 mm)
Xiaomi Mi A2
Head: 1.092 W/kg
Body: 0.259W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Head: 1.16 W/kg
Body: 0.66 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Xiaomi Mi MIX 2
Head: 0.880w/kg
Body: 0.850w/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Head: 0.390W/Kg
Body: 1.770W/Kg (Max distance 5 mm)
Xiaomi POCO F1
Head: 0.66 W/kg
Body: 1.18 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Global value:
Head: 0.66 W/kg
Body: 1.18 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Xiaomi Redmi 6A
Head: 0.746 W/kg
Body: 0.715 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Model M1804C3CG
Head: 0.78 W/kg, Body: 1.17 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Model M1804C3CH
Head: 0.79W/kg, Body: 1.18 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Xiaomi Redmi 6
Head: 0.793 W/kg
Body: 0.707 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Global value:
Model M1804C3DG
Head: 0.97 W/kg, Body: 1.15 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Model M1804C3DH
Head: 0.95 W/kg, Body: 1.15 W/kg (distance 10 mm)
Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro
Head: 0.964 W/kg
Body: 0.780 W/kg (distance 15 mm)
Note: Different countries term different SAR values as safe for humans. European Union and International Electrotechnical Commission allow smartphones with up to 2 watts per kilogram of SAR level. In the US, the FCC only approves of SAR level at or below 1.6 watts per kilogram and India follows this model, but other factors are taken into consideration too. On the other hand, Der Blaue Engel, a German certification for products and services on the basis of environmental friendliness, only certifies smartphones that have lesser than 0.60 watts per kilogram of absorption rate.
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Some important developments happened in the world of technology this week. Two very important moves were made by Apple. A new colour variant of OnePlus 6T made its way to India and Xiaomi decided to increase the prices of some of its devices. And after Samsung showcased its foldable phone at its Developer Conference, the South Korean technology giant launched a clamshell phone this week. watch our episode to know the details of all that happened.
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Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 3GB, 4GB RAM variants get support for EIS
Taiwanese smartphone maker Asus has announced that it is rolling out an update for electronic image stabilization (EIS) to its Zenfone Max Pro M1 users. However, it is worth noticing that the update will only be available for 3GB RAM and 4GB RAM variants of the smartphone.
The 6GB variant of the device already received the update in October and it was then that the company promised that it will roll out the same update for the other two RAM variants of Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 too.
The Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 FOTA version WW_Phone-15.2016.1810.337-20181106 not only gets EIS to the 3GB RAM and 4GB RAM variants of the smartphone, but live wallpapers too.
Asus has also said that the update is being rolled out in a phased manner, so don’t fret if your friends get it before you do. You can also go to the Settings of your smartphone to check for updates manually. Also, it is always recommended to update while your device is connected to Wi-Fi and has at least 80% battery.
To recall, Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 mobile was launched in April this year. Both 3GB and 4GB RAM variants of the device come with a dual rear camera setup. While the primary camera in the setup has a 13MP Omnivision sensor that comes with an f/2.0 aperture and the secondary camera has a 5MP sensor. Electronic image stabilization was not available on the device when it was launched.
The 6GB RAM variant got the update a little earlier and now the feature is rolling out to other models too.
Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 mobile has dual SIM functionality and runs Android 8.1 Oreo out-of-the-box. The smartphone features a 5.99-inch full-HD+ IPS Full View display that has an aspect ratio of 18:9. Powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor paired with Adreno 509 GPU, the smartphone is available in 3GB, 4GB and 6GB RAM models. It has 64GB of storage onboard and can hold a microSD card of up to 2TB.
For imaging duties, Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 comes with 13MP and 5MP dual rear cameras, as we had mentioned earlier. And for selfies and video calls, there is an 8MP selfie camera that has an f/2.0 aperture and a five-piece, 85.5-degree lens. However, the 6GB RAM variant has a 16MP sensor on its back panel.
The smartphone packs a massive 5,000mAh battery that has support for 10W fast charging and comes with Face Unlock as well as a fingerprint sensor.
On the connectivity front, there is 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, GPS/ A-GPS, Micro-USB, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
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This Week In Tech (November 12 – November 17): All that happened
The world of technology saw two very important announcements from Apple. The Thunder Purple Edition of OnePlus 6T went on sale in India and prices of some devices were increased by Xiaomi. If you have a love for flip phones, you would be happy to know what Samsung unveiled this week. Read on to know in detail about the headlines that dominated the world of technology this week:
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The Thunder Purple coloured variant of OnePlus 6T went gone on sale in India
OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple edition has finally gone on sale in India. The Thunder Purple coloured OnePlus 6T is available with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. The smartphone is priced at Rs 41,999 and comes with the same set of specifications as other colour variants of OnePlus 6T. It can be bought from OnePlus India’s website, Amazon India, Croma outlets, Reliance Digital stores and all OnePlus exclusive offline stores.Apple hired Nokia’s Ashish Chowdhary as its new country manager for India
Ashish Chowdhary, who previously served as Chief Customer Operations Officer for Nokia has now been appointed by Apple as its Country Manager for India. He will be taking over the operations starting January 2019. As Apple’s India head, Chowdhary would be expected to revive the technology giant’s growth in India, which has proven to be a very important market for the company.Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi increased the prices of five of its devices
This may not be a very good time to buy Xiaomi devices. This week the company increased the prices of some of its products including Redmi 6A and Redmi 6 smartphones, its 10000mAh Power Bank 2i, the 39-inch Mi TV 4C Pro and 49-inch Mi TV 4A Pro. According to Xiaomi, it had to revise the prices of these products because the value of Rupee has depreciated against the Dollar.Apple signed a deal with Amazon to officially sell its products
Apple has signed a deal with Amazon to start selling its products directly on the e-commerce website. And this includes products from Apple’s latest lineup like the newly updated iPad Pro, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, and Apple Watch Series 4. Although Amazon has always had Apple products, they have only been made available via third-party sellers. The deal between the two players would mean consistent pricing of products and buying directly from Apple. Customers will also be able to benefit from Amazon Prime service.Samsung W2019 clamshell phone was launched in China
South Korean technology giant Samsung launched its new clamshell phone, called W2019 in China this week. The phone comes with two displays and a physical keypad is also present on it. As of now, the price of the newly launched Samsung W2019 has not been confirmed by the company, but it is expected to be over 10,000 yuan. The phone comes with high-end features including Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, 3,070mAh battery, 6GB RAM and upto 256GB storage. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.Top 10 must play Android games you can download for free
Playing games on smartphones is an experience that is just getting better by the day. Android games seem to get better year after year and we sometimes spend hours on our smartphone playing them. And now that even mid-range smartphones opt for high-end processors, you don’t really have to burn a hole in your pocket to enjoy a good gaming experience on your phone.
If you, like us, love to play games on your mobile phone, then we have something for you that you’ll like. We have curated a list of the 10 best free Android games that you can try. Check out our list now to see if your favourite has been included in it:
Probably the most popular game of the year award should go to PUBG. So much has been written about it and it happens to be among the favourites of every hard-core gamer. PUBG is basically an acronym for PlayerUnknown Battlegrounds. Just like the PC version, it is a free survival shooter in which you get dropped on an island with 99 other players and the goal is to survive till the end. Download here.
We totally love this game. There’s hardly anything more relaxing than playing Alto’s Adventure. The game only has one-touch controls and you have to get past various obstacles while collecting coins, magnets and leafs. If you have played Temple Run or the mobile version of Super Mario, you’ll be reminded of them in a way. But what we liked was the day-to-night transitions and the sound effects that make you feel like you are actually there. Put on headphones while playing the game if you really want to immerse yourself in it. Download here.
Now this is a game that hardly ever lasts more than 10 minutes. You need to find your weapons and shields and then hide and wait for your opponents to step out. You can also make some in-app purchases to make the game even more fun. Download here.
This is a first person shooter game. It has a base camp where you can buy weapons, a place to gamble to get currency that you can use in the game, a even a black market where you can get new items. The game has a totally futuristic look you can make a number of in-app purchases if you wish. Download here.
Heart Star is a very interesting game. In most games, we are supposed to control one player. Here, we have to control two. The levels are like mazes and two characters have to be controlled so that both can reach their respective exit. The difficulty level goes up as the levels increase but on the upside, there are no penalties. Download here.
If you have been playing other Asphalt games, chances are that you have tried this one already. It’s basically a new version of the same car racing game where you get to drive the fanciest of cars in locations like Miami, San Francisco and even Himalayas. The mission is to beat everyone else. We have always enjoyed Asphalt racing games by Gameloft, and this one is no exception. Download here.
The concept of Plague is highly unconventional. You basically are in control of an epidemic and you have to make sure it spreads throughout the world before anyone can find a cure for it. In other words, you are out there to kill everyone and you can use tools to add symptoms, increase methods of communicability, etc. There is also a newsfeed where you can keep a tab of the effects of the epidemic you are spreading. Download here.
In The Battle of Polytopia, you have to take over the world and in order to fulfill your mission, you can pick from different races that come with their own weaknesses and strengths, update your technologies, and unlock new units. You can play the game alone against the AI or invite your friends to play with you. Download here.
In Vainglory, you can either play a quick match or a lengthy battle depending on the time you have. You will get over 30 characters to choose from. Download here.
In the original Hero Academy, you get to choose from different armies and fight a battle with your friends. Hero Academy 2 is an enhanced version of the same but comes with better animations and graphics and more difficult challenges. Download here.
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PUBG Mobile
Probably the most popular game of the year award should go to PUBG. So much has been written about it and it happens to be among the favourites of every hard-core gamer. PUBG is basically an acronym for PlayerUnknown Battlegrounds. Just like the PC version, it is a free survival shooter in which you get dropped on an island with 99 other players and the goal is to survive till the end. Download here.
Alto’s Adventure
We totally love this game. There’s hardly anything more relaxing than playing Alto’s Adventure. The game only has one-touch controls and you have to get past various obstacles while collecting coins, magnets and leafs. If you have played Temple Run or the mobile version of Super Mario, you’ll be reminded of them in a way. But what we liked was the day-to-night transitions and the sound effects that make you feel like you are actually there. Put on headphones while playing the game if you really want to immerse yourself in it. Download here.
Battlelands Royale
Now this is a game that hardly ever lasts more than 10 minutes. You need to find your weapons and shields and then hide and wait for your opponents to step out. You can also make some in-app purchases to make the game even more fun. Download here.
Shadowgun Legends
This is a first person shooter game. It has a base camp where you can buy weapons, a place to gamble to get currency that you can use in the game, a even a black market where you can get new items. The game has a totally futuristic look you can make a number of in-app purchases if you wish. Download here.
Heart Star
Heart Star is a very interesting game. In most games, we are supposed to control one player. Here, we have to control two. The levels are like mazes and two characters have to be controlled so that both can reach their respective exit. The difficulty level goes up as the levels increase but on the upside, there are no penalties. Download here.
Asphalt 9: Legends
If you have been playing other Asphalt games, chances are that you have tried this one already. It’s basically a new version of the same car racing game where you get to drive the fanciest of cars in locations like Miami, San Francisco and even Himalayas. The mission is to beat everyone else. We have always enjoyed Asphalt racing games by Gameloft, and this one is no exception. Download here.
Plague, Inc
The concept of Plague is highly unconventional. You basically are in control of an epidemic and you have to make sure it spreads throughout the world before anyone can find a cure for it. In other words, you are out there to kill everyone and you can use tools to add symptoms, increase methods of communicability, etc. There is also a newsfeed where you can keep a tab of the effects of the epidemic you are spreading. Download here.
The Battle of Polytopia
In The Battle of Polytopia, you have to take over the world and in order to fulfill your mission, you can pick from different races that come with their own weaknesses and strengths, update your technologies, and unlock new units. You can play the game alone against the AI or invite your friends to play with you. Download here.
Vainglory
In Vainglory, you can either play a quick match or a lengthy battle depending on the time you have. You will get over 30 characters to choose from. Download here.
Hero Academy 2
In the original Hero Academy, you get to choose from different armies and fight a battle with your friends. Hero Academy 2 is an enhanced version of the same but comes with better animations and graphics and more difficult challenges. Download here.
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[td_smart_list_end] Apple MacBook Air 2018 quietly starts selling in India: Price, specifications and more
Apple fans, your wait to buy the new MacBook Air is over. Apple last month unveiled the updated version of its best-selling laptop, along with the new iPad Pros and the upgraded Mac mini, at its event in Brooklyn. And this week, the new Apple MacBook Air quietly went on sale in India.
The upgraded MacBook Air sports a Retina display, a first for the series, and features a Touch ID enabled by a T2 chip. Here are the pricing and availability details of the MacBook Air 2018 that you should know about:
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MacBook Air price in India
The new MacBook Air comes in two variants in India. One has 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage and the other has 16GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. While the base model is priced at Rs 1,14,900, the high-end version costs Rs 1,34,900. Both the models of MacBook Air are available in Gold, Silver, and Space Grey colour variants. You can head to official Apple stores like iWorld and Unicorn to get one for yourself. We confirmed with iWorld as well as Unicorn store and both said that MacBook Air 2018 is available with them for sale. A complete list of stores where it is available can be found here.MacBook Air specifications
Coming to the specifications of the new MacBook Air, it features a 13.3-inch Retina display with a resolution of 2560×1600 and has 50% narrower bezels than its predecessor. The company has claimed that the display shows 48% more colours. Like we mentioned earlier, the Apple MacBook Air 2018 comes with a Touch ID that works with the T2 chip. This ensures that the system’s software doesn’t get compromised and isn’t tampered with. The laptop comes with Apple’s digital assistant Siri and does data encryption for SSD. Apple MacBook Air 2018 is powered by an 8th generation dual-core Intel Core i5 processor and its battery life is said to last for 12 hours with web browsing and 13 hours when movies are being played off iTunes. The device comes with a 4th generation butterfly type keyboard and Apple says that it is more responsive and precise than it ever was. All the keys of the new MacBook Air’s keyboard are individually backlit and it comes with a Force Touch trackpad which has 20% more area. The new MacBook Air’s speaker is claimed to come with twice as bass as the previous laptop in the series. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.Facebook Messenger rolls out ‘Remove for Everyone’ feature: Here’s how to use it
Last week, media reports suggested that Facebook is getting the unsend feature to its Messenger app. The social networking giant decided to take this step after it faced a lot of backlash after deleting CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s messages from several recipients’ inboxes earlier this year.
The very transparency of the platform was questioned. It was then that Facebook announced that it will get the ‘Unsend Message’ feature to its Messenger and make it available to all. And now, the feature has finally been rolled out in Facebook’s app.
The Unsend Message feature has started rolling out to both Android and iOS users in Poland, Bolivia, Colombia, and Lithuania. And according to a report in Techcrunch, a Facebook spokesperson has confirmed that the worldwide roll out will also be happening “as soon as possible”.
The feature is called ‘Remove for Everyone’ and it will enable users to delete any message or file they have sent in Messenger. However, they will only be able to do it within 10 minutes of sending it.
Here are the steps to use the new ‘Remove for Everyone’ feature on Facebook:
- Long press on the message you want to recall.
- On doing this, two options will pop-up on the screen — ‘Remove for Everyone’ and Remove for You’.
- Select ‘Remove for Everyone’.
- Facebook will then prompt a warning message — ‘You’ll permanently remove this message for all chat members. They can see that you removed a message and still report it’. This will be coupled with ‘Cancel’ and ‘Remove’ options.
- Select Remove.
Google’s new shortcut will change the way you use Google Docs: Here’s how you can use it
If you are a working professional, you would realize how important Google has truly become. There are a number of Google products that are being used by professionals every day like Google Docs, Google Sheets, and even presentations and forms. The best thing about them is that they get synced across all your Android devices and you can share them with multiple people via Google Drive. Furthermore, you can track changes.
It’s actually all so simple to use that we often forget how it has changed our life for the better. Remember the days when an entire mail trail was basically one Word document being sent back and forth with new changes? Yes, we don’t want to remember them too.
If you thought that these Google products cannot get better, then Google just proved you wrong. The technology giant has rolled out a handy new shortcut that will entirely change the way you access Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google presentation, Google sites and Google forms.
So going forward, instead of first going to your Gmail, then accessing your Google Drive, and then opening Docs or Sheets or other services you wish to, you can just use URLs that Google rolled out recently.
So say, for instance, you have to open a new Google Doc, you just have to type ‘doc.new’ in your browser and you’ll be taken directly to a new Google Doc. Here are all the shortcut URLs you should know to make your life easy and save some time:Introducing a ✨ .new ✨ time-saving trick for users. Type any of these .new domains to instantly create Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites or Forms ↓ pic.twitter.com/erMTHOsdyH
— Google Docs (@googledocs) October 25, 2018
- http://doc.new or docs.new or documents.new – Opens a new Google document.
- http://sheets.new or sheet.new or spreadsheet.new – Opens a new spreadsheet in Google Sheets.
- http://deck.new or slide.new or slides.new or presentation.new – Opens a new presentation in Google Drive.
- http://site.new or sites.new or website.new – Creates a new website in Google sites.
- http://form.new or forms.new – Opens a new Google form.
Moto G7 press renders and specifications leaked
Renders of the upcoming Moto G7 had surfaced online last month, and now, the first press renders of the device have been shared by Mr Gizmo. There is a tiny notch on the top of the device and the display comes with more screen to body ratio. The chin at the bottom has Motorola’s branding on it and at the back, a dual rear camera setup and a fingerprint sensor are placed. The fingerprint sensor is housed inside the Motorola ‘batwing’ logo. In the renders, the smartphone seems to be made up of a glass back.
Moto G7 will be the successor of Moto G6 that was launched this year and the smartphone will reportedly be available in Red, Black, and Silver colour options. It is expected to get official early next year and prior reports have suggested that this time, Motorola’s lineup will have four devices – Moto G7, Moto G7 Plus, Moto G7 Play and Moto G7 Power. The ‘Power’ variant in the Moto G7 lineup is expected to be powered by a big battery. This year, the company launched three devices in its Moto G series namely Moto G6, Moto G6 Play and Moto G6 Plus.
Speaking of the display, reports suggest that Moto G7 mobile will come with a 6.4-inch full-HD+ screen with a waterdrop-shaped notch. The device will support dual SIM functionality and is said to run Android 9.0 Pie operating system out of the box.
As far as the processor goes, the device will be powered by Snapdragon 660 14nm SoC coupled with Adreno 512 GPU and 4GB of RAM. It is said to have 64GB of internal storage. For imaging duties, there will be a 16MP primary camera with a Dual LED flash coupled with a 5MP sensor. On the front panelof the smartphone, there will be a 12MP selfie camera. Moto G7 will house a 3,500mAh battery that will have support for Turbo Charge fast charging and 10W wireless charging.
That’s all that we know about the device so far. There are no speculations about the upcoming Moto G7’s price available, but we will keep you updated as more information about it comes in.
Image courtesy: Mr Gizmo
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Nokia 9, Nokia 8.1 and Nokia 2.1 Plus are likely to launch on December 5
We are always delighted when a little birdie drops a note at our doorstep with industry news. This time it is somewhat announced and shown. Yes, we are talking about the upcoming Nokia event which is doing the rounds. HMD Global who owns Nokia, its CEO has put out a save the date tweet showcasing some of the phones. At least a part of the upcoming Nokia smartphones can be seen in the tweeted image.
As soon as he tweeted the rumour mill began to churn. Nokia is likely to bring out three devices as shown in the image with Notch displays. The first one is touted to be the Nokia 2.1 Plus which will be their entry level smartphone and will be built on the Android One platform. A low-end Qualcomm snapdragon CPU is what might be seen on this one with 2/3 GB RAM.
Next mobile is most likely to be the much-awaited Nokia 8 Siroccos upgrade, the Nokia 8.1. The Nokia 8 made quite a wave when it was launched and was loved by many users and reviewers. The next version should have a smaller notch design and should come with twin cameras at the back. The third one will be the company’s flagship devices most likely to be called Nokia 9. It should sport over 6-inch touchscreen with HD+ resolution support. It is likely to be built on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 circuitry and would support storage memory of up to 256GB. Over that, reports strongly suggest that the Nokia 9 will have 8GB RAM inside and over 4,100 mAh battery. If all this is true then it will be one of the strongest phones to compete with the likes of OnePlus 6T. In 2018, HMD Global’s Nokia has launched over 10 devices in India and seems like the year is still not over for them. The event is going to take place on 5 Dec in Dubai and we are going to see 3 more big device announcements from the company. Recently, Nokia has also been on an OS updating spree. With its phones getting Android P updates at a rapid pace, Nokia has become one of the most updated smartphone manufacturer. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.#ExpectMore pic.twitter.com/Z4F9F0xcZK
— Juho Sarvikas (@sarvikas) November 15, 2018
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi Y2 and Mi A2 prices slashed, but don’t fall for these two ‘deals’
To celebrate Xiaomi’s lead in the Indian smartphone market for the fifth consecutive quarter, the company’s India MD and Global VP, Manu Kumar Jain has announced a price cut on three Xiaomi smartphones in India.
Starting today, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro, Xiaomi Redmi Y2 and Xiaomi Mi A2 Android One will be available at a discount of Rs 1,000.
But the, another reason for reducing the cost of these smartphones is because their component costs have gone down. The company said in a statement, “We are delighted to share that we have seen a reduction in component costs of some of our best-selling phones. Following the above philosophy, we are happy to announce price drops of these popular devices, where we have seen a reduction in component costs.” However, not all deals are what they look like. Although the company has said that it is offering a discount of Rs 1,000, we noticed that the prices of some of the smartphones have not been reduced as the company claims. With this price cut, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro’s 4GB RAM/64GB storage model will be available for Rs 13,999 and the 6GB RAM/64GB storage variant can be picked up for Rs 15,999. It is strange that even after a discount of Rs 1,000, the base model of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro is available for Rs 13,999 as it was launched at the same price too. Speaking of Mi A2, its 4GB RAM/64GB storage model and 6GB RAM/128GB storage variant have received a price cut. You can buy the base model for Rs 15,999 and the high-end model at Rs 18,999. However, if we recall, the 6GB RAM/128GB storage model, which got launched in India in October this year, was priced at Rs 17,999. So although the company claims that it is available at a discounted price of Rs 18,999, they are actually charging you higher than the launch price. The 4GB RAM/64GB storage model of Xiaomi Redmi Y2 is also available at a discounted price of Rs 11,999. This model of the selfie-focussed smartphone was originally launched at Rs 12,999. It is worth noticing, that the company has announced a reduction in these prices just days after it increased the prices of its five devices including Redmi 6A and Redmi 6 smartphones, 10000mAh Power Bank 2i, Mi TV 4C Pro 32-inch and Mi TV 4A Pro 49-inch. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.2nd big news of #Super3! 🎉
— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) November 16, 2018
To celebrate No. 1 position for 5 Qs, we are dropping prices of 5 phones by ₹1000!
* Redmi Y2 (4+64): ₹11999
* RN5Pro (4+64): ₹13999
* RN5Pro (6+64): ₹15999
* Mi A2 (4+64): ₹15999
* Mi A2 (6+128): ₹18999#HonestPricing #1SmartphoneBrand (2/2) pic.twitter.com/DD7f4ckq6Q
Samsung Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ start getting the One UI Beta update
Last week, Samsung unveiled its foldable phone along with a brand new UI. Dubbed One UI, Samsung’s new interface is based on Android 9.0 Pie and the company announced at its developer conference that its current flagships — Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+ and Galaxy Note 9 — would be getting an update to it.
Samsung is setting up its own beta program for Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ mobiles, which begins today. According to a report in SamMobile, the One UI beta program is now live in South Korea and a report in Max Weinbach says that it is available in the United States too. The South Korean technology giant is expected to get it beta program to Germany too.
With the update, users will be able to upgrade their smartphones to Android Pie and will get access to One UI’s newest improvements too. This will include cosmetic changes as well as new features of the user interface.
In case you haven’t rolled into the One UI beta program yet, you can visit Samsung Members or Samsung+ app to do so. There, once you tap on the ‘Notices’ button, you will be able to see the option for enrolling in the beta program. Once you do this, you can also download the Android Pie build by heading to Software updates in Settings of your device. When you go to Software updates, tap on ‘Download updates manually’ to get Android Pie.
Android Pie beta updates are expected to come on a bi-weekly basis starting today till the year ends. So, three beta updates are expected to come to the device before the stable update is rolled out in January.
Speaking of One UI, it can be considered as a successor of Samsung’s current user interface, Samsung Experience. It is said to be one among the most radical deviations from the company’s current design language. With One UI, Samsung aims to improve one-handed usage of its devices, enhance the experience of night-time reading by getting a system-wide dark mode, etc.
It is also worth noticing that Samsung’s last year’s flagship devices — Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+ and Galaxy Note 8 — would not be getting an update to One UI.
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OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple Edition goes on sale in India: 5 launch offers you should know about
OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple edition has finally gone on sale in India today. The Thunder Purple coloured OnePlus 6T comes with a gradient back panel and comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage. The smartphone is priced at Rs 41,999 and comes with the same set of specifications as other variants of OnePlus 6T (review).
OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple colour variant can be bought from OnePlus India’s website, Amazon India, Croma outlets, Reliance Digital stores and all OnePlus exclusive offline stores. The mobile phone be picked up from offline stores starting 11am and can be bought online starting 2pm. Here are all the launch offers on the Thunder Purple colour variant of OnePlus 6T smartphone that can be availed by you if you buy the new coloured model:
If you have a credit card or debit card from HDFC Bank, you will be eligible to get Rs 1,500 as cashback on OnePlus 6T’s Thunder Purple edition.
OnePlus has tied up with Reliance Jio to offer an instant cashback of Rs 5,400. It is worth noticing that users will get this cashback in the form of vouchers once they get a recharge of Rs 299 done. Under Reliance Jio’s Rs 299 offer, users will get 3GB of 4G data per day coupled with unlimited voice calls, SMS and access to entire suite of Jio apps. In a nutshell, users will be getting 3TB of 4G data that they can avail in 36 recharges using vouchers.
Buyers can get a no-cost EMI scheme on buying the Thunder Purple edition of OnePlus from Amazon India’s website or OnePlus offline stores. The no-cost EMI will be valid for three months.
The Chinese smartphone maker has partnered with Kotak Servify to offer OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple edition buyers free damage protection that will be valid up to a year.
This launch offer will be liked by those who love to read. If you buy the OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple edition, you will get a discount of Rs 500 on Amazon Kindle.
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Rs 1,500 cashback
If you have a credit card or debit card from HDFC Bank, you will be eligible to get Rs 1,500 as cashback on OnePlus 6T’s Thunder Purple edition.
Instant cashback of Rs 5,400
OnePlus has tied up with Reliance Jio to offer an instant cashback of Rs 5,400. It is worth noticing that users will get this cashback in the form of vouchers once they get a recharge of Rs 299 done. Under Reliance Jio’s Rs 299 offer, users will get 3GB of 4G data per day coupled with unlimited voice calls, SMS and access to entire suite of Jio apps. In a nutshell, users will be getting 3TB of 4G data that they can avail in 36 recharges using vouchers.
No cost EMI
Buyers can get a no-cost EMI scheme on buying the Thunder Purple edition of OnePlus from Amazon India’s website or OnePlus offline stores. The no-cost EMI will be valid for three months.
Free damage protection
The Chinese smartphone maker has partnered with Kotak Servify to offer OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple edition buyers free damage protection that will be valid up to a year.
Discount on Amazon Kindle
This launch offer will be liked by those who love to read. If you buy the OnePlus 6T Thunder Purple edition, you will get a discount of Rs 500 on Amazon Kindle.
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[td_smart_list_end] Motorola One Power will be the next smartphone to get Android 9 Pie update
It is interesting to see how the industry is quickly picking up the latest Android version and bringing it to its new devices. The next in line to announce that they will bring the Android 9 Pie update to its smartphone is Motorola. The company has gone out and sent notifications to the Motorola One Power users that they will receive the update in the next few days. For the unaware the smartphone was first showcased at IFA this year.
The notification to the users clearly says “We’re happy to let you know that you’ll be able to enjoy all the features of Android 9.0 Pie on your Motorola One Power in the next few days. There is a ‘learn more’ feature enabled next to the notification, which allows the users to know further about this update coming to the smartphone.
We for one are quite impressed with how quickly Motorola has adapted to the new OS and are kind enough to send a courtesy message to its users before sending the actual update out. Android 9 Pie has been a game changer for Google and it takes care of major bugs and fixes a lot of UI, and other issues that were seen in its previous edition. Many other makers have already started rolling out the Android Pie 9 update on their smartphones. The list includes OnePlus, Nokia and the first one to get Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL.
Interestingly, before Motorola sent out this alert the One Power device was spotted on Geekbench scores with the Android Pie update. Seems like the company has been testing it out on various benchmarks to see how the device performs in popular tests many swear by. Overall, a very good move by the company and as said before we loved the way Moto sent out a message first getting the users excited about the upcoming update on their smartphone.
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Watch: Man goes to buy iPhone XS with a bathtub full of coins
Each time when an iPhone is launched, Apple fans go to great lengths to buy the latest smartphone by the company. And this year was no different. A man in Moscow decided to buy the iPhone XS, which is one among the smartphones from Apple’s latest lineup. But it was the way he went to buy his new iPhone that makes this one among the craziest things we have heard an Apple fan do.
The man went to one of the Apple resellers in Russia to buy the iPhone XS with a bathtub of coins. Yes, you read that right. The Apple fan collected 1,00,000 Russian Rubles, which is approximately Rs 1,08,000, and wanted to pay for his new device with them. According to reports, the bathtub he took along with his friends to Evropeisky Mall in central Moscow weighed around 350 kilograms.
A video has of this entire episode has been posted by Russian blogger Svyatoslav Kovalenko on Instagram. The video shows the man filling up the bathtub with coins, then keeping it in his car and then carrying it to the store in the mall’s elevator.
And if you are curious about knowing what happened next and whether or not the store clerk accepted this rather unusual way of payment, we should tell you that this guy got his happy ending. The coins were counted, and the man was allowed to pay with them to buy his new iPhone XS. He bought the 256GB storage model of the newly launched smartphone by Apple. Well, this is not the first time we have heard of such a story related to Apple devices. And this is certainly not the last one too. But one thing is for sure, whenever someone recounts of crazy things fans have done to buy a new iPhone, this one will surely make it to the list. To recall, Apple iPhone XS was launched in September this year along with iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR, which is being touted as the affordable iPhone in Apple’s this year’s smartphone lineup. While the base model of iPhone XS bears a price tag of Rs 99,900, the iPhone XS Max is available at a starting price of Rs 1,09,900 in India. Speaking of iPhone XR, its base variant costs Rs 76,900 in India. Image courtesy: kovalenkosvyat’s Instagram profile For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.
This is when Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro will launch in India
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro, which is the successor of Redmi Note 5 Pro, will be launched in India next week on November 22. The Chinese smartphone maker has sent out media invites for the same.
Although the invite doesn’t specifically mention which smartphone is set to be launched at the event, it does say, ‘The New Note Rises’. So it’s easy to guess that the company is set to launch a smartphone from the Note series. And since Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro is the most recent in the said series, it has to be that one.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro was hugely successful in the budget segment of the Indian smartphone market and fans are looking forward to the successor of the smartphone too. Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro has been launched already in Indonesia and Hong Kong.
Xiaomi Global VP and Managing Director of Xiaomi India, Manu Kumar Jain has also tweeted that Redmi Note 6 Pro will soon be launched in the country and has shared a countdown page along with it.Mi fans! Today's first #Super3 announcement is here for you:
— Manu Kumar Jain (@manukumarjain) November 15, 2018
Pumped up to announce that #RedmiNote6Pro is coming to India! 🤘 The new Note rises on 22.11.2018.
Join us on the countdown now: https://t.co/xNckxFtDXp
RT if you are excited. 🤩 #NayaNote pic.twitter.com/71z11eN3tz
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro expected price in India
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro was launched in Hong Kong in September and earlier this month in Indonesia. While Hong Kong only saw the 4GB RAM/64GB storage model, in Indonesia a 3GB RAM/32GB storage variant was also launched. Earlier reports have claimed that two storage models and four colour variants will be launched in India. We don’t yet is that is true, but we can fully expect the 4GB RAM/64GB onboard storage variant to launch in India. In Thailand, this model was priced at THB 6,990. On converting it, that becomes Rs 15,300. Xiaomi has listed on its countdown page that Redmi Note 6 Pro will first go on sale in the country on November 23 at 12pm, which is a day after the launch.Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro specifications
Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro comes with dual SIM functionality and runs Android 8.1 Oreo skinned with MIUI 10. The smartphone features a 6.26-inch Full HD+ display that has an aspect ratio of 19:9 and is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, the smartphone is available in the above mentioned RAM and storage options. However, there is no word on which ones will be launched in India. On the camera front, the mobile phone comes with quad cameras — two on the back panel and two on the front. The dual rear camera setup of the smartphone comes with 12MP and 5MP sensors with dual pixel autofocus, 1.4-micron pixels and AI portrait 2.0. For selfies and video calls, there are 20MP and 2MP sensors that come with 4-in-1 super pixel and AI face unlock. Much like Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi Note 5 Pro also comes with a 4,000mAh battery. For the latest gadget and tech news, and gadget reviews, follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. For newest tech & gadget videos subscribe to our YouTube Channel.OnePlus ruled the premium smartphone segment in India during Q3 2018: IDC
A few weeks back, research firm Counterpoint reported that OnePlus led the premium segment of Indian smartphone market for the second quarter in a row. It also said that OnePlus 6 swept away the most sales in this segment.
And now, International Data Corporation or IDC has also shared its Q3 results of Indian smartphone market. Like Counterpoint, IDC also says that OnePlus led the said segment and had a 37% market share in India.
IDC further said that OnePlus was followed by Apple at 33% and Samsung at 26% and 7%. IDC has also said that OnePlus also led the shipments in the said quarter in India.
This observation is different from Counterpoint’s, which had reported a 28% market share for Samsung and 25% for Apple. Counterpoint had also said that Samsung managed to grab the second place because of sales of its Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy A8 Star smartphones.
Speaking on OnePlus dominating the premium smartphone market in India, Upasana Joshi, Associate Research Manager, IDC India said, “OnePlus climbed to the leadership position at the back of OnePlus 6, surpassing Samsung and Apple. With its dedicated community building activities and high decibel promotional activities on social media platforms, the vendor has been gradually scaling up in volumes.”
This year, the premium smartphone market in India saw a number of new additions with the likes of Vivo Nex, Oppo Find X, Huawei Nova 3, Asus Zenfone 5Z and LG G7+ ThinQ. Most of these were priced in way that they posed a direct competition to OnePlus 6.
It is worth noticing that recent reports have said that Apple’s yearly sales in India will be declining for the first time in four years. While some analysts have said the high pricing and lack of new features in the new models are responsible for it, others have blamed the sliding value of Rupee against the Dollar for it.
Apple has also increased prices of certain devices in India recently and has cited the value of Rupee going down as the reason for it.
If the price of OnePlus smartphones remains unchanged, this may prove to beneficial for company’s results in Q4 2018.
But then, most analysts also believe that Apple will revive its sales in India and its brand value will act as an added advantage.
We are waiting to see which company emerges as the dominant one in Q4 2018 and it will be interesting to see how they plan to compete with each other.
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HyperX launches Cloud Revolver Gunmetal headset in India: Price and specifications
Gaming accessory maker HyperX has announced its Cloud Revolver Gunmetal gaming headset in India. The HyperX Cloud Revolver Gunmetal gaming headset is said to bring immersive audio profiles and the company claims that it brings together comfort and durability. The headset is also claimed to provide an experience of a larger sound stage for FPS and open environment gameplay.
The company claims that it can also provide a concert hall-like audio experience to the user.
The Cloud Revolver Gunmetal gaming headset by HyperX weighs around 376g along with their cable. They use 50mm drivers to direct sound into the ear and are said to provide precise audio positioning and a clean, crisp sound with enhanced bass and treble.
According to the company, the newly launched headset comes with detachable noise-cancelling microphone that is certified by TeamSpeakTM and discord.
The frequency response of HyperX Cloud Revolver Gunmetal gaming headset’s headphone ranges from 12Hz to 28,000 Hz. On the other hand, the frequency response of the microphone of the headset starts from 50Hz and goes up to 18,000 Hz.
The key features of the HyperX Cloud Revolver Gunmetal gaming headset include memory foam with leatherette, steel frame and multi-platform compatibility. The headset is compatible with PCs, PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One, Xbox One S1, Mac, smartphones, Nintendo Switch, and other systems that come with 3.5mm ports.
HyperX Cloud Revolver Gunmetal gaming headset is priced at Rs 14,900 and comes with a warranty of two years. The company claims that in order to enhance the comfort of the users, designers have made it circumaural with a closed back.
Speaking on the launch of the gaming headset, Vishal Parekh, Marketing Director, HyperX India, said, “The Cloud Revolver is known for its incredible studio-grade sound stage which gives an advantage during FPS gameplay. The drivers are tuned for players to identify footsteps and gunshots quickly and more accurately than the competition. The Cloud Revolver recently won PC Gamer’s ‘Headset of the Year’ award, and we are thrilled to offer a new gunmetal model option featuring a premium matte finish and comfortable design to gamers all around the world.”
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Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) to go on sale in India next week: 10 things to know
Samsung is all set to launch its Galaxy A9 (2018) in India next week. The smartphone is aimed at photography lovers and comes with four cameras on its back panel. Earlier, some reports suggested that the smartphone would be launched in India on November 4, but that obviously didn’t happen. But this time, we know for sure as the company has sent out media invites for the launch of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018). Here’s everything you need to know about it:
Samsung will be launching its Galaxy A9 (2018) smartphone on November 20. The media invite sent by the company says that the launch event will be held in New Delhi coming Tuesday.
A prior report has suggested that the price of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) will begin at Rs 39,000 in India. At this price, the mobile phone will be competing directly with the recently launched OnePlus 6T, whose price starts at Rs 37,999.
Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart already has a landing page of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018). this suggests that the smartphone will exclusively be available on the website. However, it has not gone on pre-orders yet, so we may have to wait for the launch day for that to begin.
The key feature of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is its quad camera setup at the back. The smartphone is the first ever to sport four rear cameras and this makes it an obvious choice for someone who loves smartphone photography. The rear camera setup comprises of a 24MP primary lens, a 10MP telephoto lens, an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 5MP depth camera.
Besides the four cameras on its back, Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) also has a selfie camera that photography enthusiasts may like. The front facing snapper has a 24MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture.
If you are interested in buying Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018), you have three colour options to choose from — Bubblegum Pink, Caviar Black, and Lemonade Blue.
While the cameras of the smartphone are impressive on paper, the processor could have been more high end. Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. It’s arch rival OnePlus 6T, which is priced similarly, is powered by the most powerful processor in the world — Snapdragon 845.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is available in 6GB RAM and 8GB RAM options. The device has 128GB storage onboard and can hold microSD cards of up to 512GB.
The new smartphone by Samsung houses a 3,800mAh battery that comes with support for fast charging.
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) was launched globally at an event in Kuala Lampur last month. The starting price of the smartphone announced at the event was EUR 599.
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To be launched on November 20
Samsung will be launching its Galaxy A9 (2018) smartphone on November 20. The media invite sent by the company says that the launch event will be held in New Delhi coming Tuesday.
Will directly compete with OnePlus 6T
A prior report has suggested that the price of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) will begin at Rs 39,000 in India. At this price, the mobile phone will be competing directly with the recently launched OnePlus 6T, whose price starts at Rs 37,999.
Will be available on Flipkart
Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart already has a landing page of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018). this suggests that the smartphone will exclusively be available on the website. However, it has not gone on pre-orders yet, so we may have to wait for the launch day for that to begin.
First ever smartphone to come with a quad-camera setup
The key feature of Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is its quad camera setup at the back. The smartphone is the first ever to sport four rear cameras and this makes it an obvious choice for someone who loves smartphone photography. The rear camera setup comprises of a 24MP primary lens, a 10MP telephoto lens, an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 5MP depth camera.
The selfie camera
Besides the four cameras on its back, Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) also has a selfie camera that photography enthusiasts may like. The front facing snapper has a 24MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture.
Available in three colour options
If you are interested in buying Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018), you have three colour options to choose from — Bubblegum Pink, Caviar Black, and Lemonade Blue.
The processor is not the most high-end one available
While the cameras of the smartphone are impressive on paper, the processor could have been more high end. Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. It’s arch rival OnePlus 6T, which is priced similarly, is powered by the most powerful processor in the world — Snapdragon 845.
RAM and storage options
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) is available in 6GB RAM and 8GB RAM options. The device has 128GB storage onboard and can hold microSD cards of up to 512GB.
The battery
The new smartphone by Samsung houses a 3,800mAh battery that comes with support for fast charging.
Launched globally last month
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) was launched globally at an event in Kuala Lampur last month. The starting price of the smartphone announced at the event was EUR 599.
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