Airtel deploys LTE 900 technology to enhance indoor network coverage in Delhi NCR

After Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, Punjab, Mumbai and Karnataka, Airtel has deployed 900 Mhz (LTE 900) spectrum band in Delhi NCR to significantly enhance the network experience for smartphone customers. In addition to high speed data capacity and wider availability, 900 Mhz spectrum will offer improved 4G availability inside buildings — homes, offices and malls. As part of its network transformation program, Airtel has been deploying network technologies such as pre-5G Massive MIMO and Carrier Aggregation to enhance network capacity over existing spectrum. The company said that it has recently conducted License Assisted Access (LAA) trial over a LIVE 4G network in Delhi and recorded speeds of 500 Mbps (appx.) over smartphones. It uses a mix of 2300 Mhz, 1800 Mhz, 2100 Mhz and 900 Mhz spectrum bands to deliver a seamless network experience to customers. Vani Venkatesh, CEO — Delhi/NCR, Bharti Airtel said: We are obsessed about delighting our smartphone customers with quality network experience and high speed data services. As we introduce LTE-900, we will further step up our indoor network coverage. It will enable high speed connectivity and HD quality VoLTE calling for our customers in Delhi.

Xbox ‘Project Scarlett’ 8K gaming console with custom AMD processor, GDDR6 memory, Ray Tracing coming in 2020

At the E3 2019 Microsoft has announced details about its upcoming high-end Xbox console codenamed 'Project Scarlett'. It will be powered by  a custom-designed processor, leveraging the latest Zen 2 and Radeon RDNA architecture from AMD, pack high bandwidth GDDR6 memory, and a next generation solid state drive (SSD). It will feature hardware accelerated raytracing, variable refresh rate, 8K gaming support and ultra-low latency input. Regarding the console, Microsoft said: With Project Scarlett, we continue our commitment to compatibility by ensuring your gaming accessories and Xbox career will also move forward with you, along with thousands of games across four console generations which will look and play best on Project Scarlett. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ktN4bycj9s The console will be arriving Holiday 2020 alongside Halo Infinite which will be powered by the studio’s next-generation Slipspace Engine. This will compete with the Sony PlayStation 5 that is rumored to come with 3rd Gen Ryzen CPU, 8K graphics support and Ray Tracing in 2020.

Xiaomi drops Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A Android Pie update plans [Update: Redmi Y2/S2 Android Pie Kernel source released]

Update 3: June 8, 2019 —  Xiaomi has released Kernel source for Android Pie-based ROM for the Redmi Y2/S2 even before the Global stable ROM is supposed to roll out this month. Update 2 : April 26, 2019 —  Xiaomi has once again confirmed that Redmi S2/Y2 will get Android 9 Pie around June. Update 1 : April 23, 2019 — Xiaomi has confirmed that the Redmi Y2 will get the Android Pie update, but it has recommended the users on MIUI Beta ROM to upgrade to the latest MIUI Stable ROM. We hear that it will stop the MIUI beta updates for the phone soon. Earlier: Xiaomi shared a list of smartphones eligible for Android Pie update back in December 2018, later it added more devices to the list and announced Android Pie based MIUI Beta ROM for Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi Note 6 Pro, Redmi 6 Pro and Redmi Y2 (S2) will be rolled out in Q1 2019. Redmi 6 and Redmi 6A were added to the list last month, and the devices were supposed to receive Android Pie based MIUI Global Beta ROM sometime in Q2 2019. The company rolled out Android Pie based MIUI Global Beta ROM for Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi Note 6 Pro and Redmi 6 ...

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition coming to PC later this year

After the release of Age of Empires: Definitive Edition last year, Microsoft at the E3 2019 has announced the Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition will be available for PC in the fall this year.  It will support cross-play between Windows 10 and Steam players at launch. It is developed by Forgotten Empires, Tantalus, and Wicked Witch and includes entirely new content and many exciting gameplay improvements. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOgBVR21pWg It includes all previously released Age of Empires II content, as well as brand-new civilizations, additional campaign missions, new graphics that support up to 4K resolution and Xbox Live support for multiplayer, including all-new achievements. The edition also features quality-of-life upgrades such as automatic farm reseeding. These features include: The Last Khans campaign: Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition includes brand-new content, “The Last Khans” with three new campaigns and four new civilizations. New civilizations: Four new civilizations are being added exclusively to Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition: the Bulgarians, Cumans, Lithuanians and Tatars, bringing the total number of civilizations in the game to 35. New spectator mode and tournament features: Players will be able to spectate multiplayer games in real time and switch between each player’s view, with overlay UI on top to give spectators information on different players’ ...

OPPO A1K Review

OPPO launched its A1k smartphone in the Indian market targeting the budget segment recently. In general, the 'A' series smartphones from OPPO focuses more on battery, affordability and of course the display. We got hold of the device for some time and here's our take on it. Box Contents OPPO A1k smartphone in Black color 2-pin charger (5V-2A) Micro USB Cable SIM Card Ejector Clear protective case Quick Start Guide and Warranty Information Display and Design The OPPO A1K sports a 6.1-inch (1560 × 720 pixels) HD+ display with Waterdrop Notch and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. In this case, OPPO has also managed to reduce bezels all around but has a thin chin at the bottom. The display looks decent with good colour reproduction, text looks sharp and offers good viewing angle too. Having said that, the sunlight legibility becomes an issue and it is not up to the mark. The earpiece is present on the top edge, and the camera is present below that. The ambient light sensors is present on the bezel. A special technology is applied to conceal the proximity sensor on the upper front of OPPO's smartphone for the whole look of simplicity, says the company. [gallery link="file" size="medium" columns="2" ...

Nokia 8.1 gets a price cut in India, now available starting at Rs. 19999

Nokia 8.1 smartphone was launched in India in December 2018. Initially, the company launched the 4GB RAM with 64GB storage variant and after a month, the 6GB RAM with 128GB storage was launched. After nearly 4 months of launch, now both the variants of Nokia 8.1 have received a whopping Rs. 7000 price cut in India. Nokia 8.1 4GB RAM with 64GB storage was priced at Rs. 26,999 and the 6GB RAM with 128GB storage was priced at Rs. 29,999. Now, after a massive Rs. 7000 price cut, 4GB RAM with 64GB storage is selling for Rs. 19,999 and 6GB RAM with storage is selling for Rs. 22,999. The revised prices are already live on Nokia's official website, and are expected to available at the new prices in offline stores too. Smartphone Old Price New Price Price cut Nokia 8.1 Rs. 26,999(4+64) Rs. 19,999(4+64) Rs. 7000 Rs. 29,999(6+128) Rs. 22,999(6+128) Rs. 7000 To recall, Nokia 8.1 packs a 6.18-inch Full HD+ 18.7:9 aspect ratio Puredisplay, DCI-P3 wide color gamut and HDR10 video playback, 86.5% screen to body ratio, is powered by Snapdragon 710 10nm Mobile Platform and runs Android 9.0 (Pie).  It has a 12-megapixel rear camera with ZEISS optics, Sony IMX363 sensor, f/1.8 aperture, OIS along with a 13-megapixel secondary camera for portrait shots and zoom. There is a ...

ASUS 6Z (Zenfone 6) with 6.4-inch FHD+ NanoEdge Display, Snapdragon 855, 48MP + 13MP Flip Camera launching in India on June 19

ASUS already confirmed that it will launch its flagship Zenfone 6 after it was announced at an event in Spain last month. Now Flipkart has confirmed that the phone will launch in India on June 19th, but as 6Z, after a recent high court order not to use 'Zen' or 'ZenFone' due to trademark issue. ASUS India website still shows 'Zenfone 6' but this should change soon. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="medium" ids="282486,282493,282492,282485"] To remind you, the phone packs a 6.43-inch Full HD+ NanoEdge  display, Snapdragon 855 with up to 8GB of RAM, Android 9.0 (Pie) with ZenUI 6, Flip camera with 48-megapixel Sony IMX586 sensor along with a 13-megapixel 125-degree ultra-wide lens and a 5,000mAh battery with QuickCharge 4.0. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3OxYulEsOU ASUS 6Z (Zenfone 6) specifications 6.46-inch (pixels) Full HD+ NanoEdge IPS LCD 19.5:9 aspect ratio screen with 600 nits brightness, HDR10, Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection Octa-Core Snapdragon 855 7nm Mobile Platform (1 x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 + 3 x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 + 4x 1.80GHz Kryo 485) with Adreno 640 GPU 6GB LPDDR4X RAM with 64GB (UFS 2.1) storage, 8GB LPDDR4X RAM with  128GB / 256GB (UFS 2.1) storage, expandable memory up to 1TB with microSD Android 9.0 (Pie) with ZenUI 6 Dual SIM (nano + nano + microSD) 48MP flip camera with Dual ...

Nokia 3.1 A and Nokia 3.1 C with 5.45-inch HD display, Snapdragon 429, Android Pie announced

HMD Global has introduced Nokia 3.1 A and Nokia 3.1 C, the company's latest budget smartphones for US Carriers AT&T and Cricket Wireless, respectively. These have a 5.45-inch HD 18:9 aspect ratio screen, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 SoC, run Android 9 Pie, feature  8MP rear camera with flash, 5MP front camera, polycarbonate body and a 2900mAh battery with USB Type-C. Nokia 3.1 A / 3.1C specifications 5.45-inch (720 x 1440 pixels) HD 18:9 aspect ratio 2.5D curved glass display Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 12nm Mobile Platform with Adreno 504 GPU 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD Android 9.0 (Pie) 8MP rear camera with LED flash, f/2.0 aperture 5MP front-facing camera with f/2.2 aperture, 1.12um pixel size 3.5 mm headphone jack, FM Radio Dimensions: 152.65 x 71.88 x 9.3mm; Weight: 181g 4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/AGPS+GLONASS+BDS, USB Type-C 2900mAh battery The Nokia 3.1 A comes in Black color and will go on sale at select Walmart stores starting June 10th. The Nokia 3.1C comes in White color and will go on sale through Cricket Wireless locations and the online store from June 14th. We should know the price when these go on sale next week.

Kodak XPRO 43-inch and 49-inch Full HD Smart LED TVs launched in India starting at Rs. 20999

Super Plastronics Pvt. Ltd. who is the brand licensee of Kodak launched its LED TV Range in India back in 2016. The company introduced various TVs in its lineup and now is expanding its portfolio with the launch of 43-inch and 49-inch FULL HD Smart LED TVs in India. Kodak 49-inch TV Kodak has launched two Smart LED TVs and the 49-inch model carries the model number 50FHDXPRO. It flaunts a 49-inch FULL HD 16:9 display with a resolution of 1920 x  1080 pixels, 178-degree viewing angle, 300 nits brightness and thin bezels. The TV has dimensions of 1110 x 110 mm and weighs 12.2 kg without the stand and 12.3 kg with the stand. It is powered by a dual-core CORTEX A53 processor clocked at 1.3 GHz, 1 GB RAM, and 8GB internal storage. It has a built-in Wi-Fi(2.4GHz), runs on Android 5.1 operating system with KodakSmart Wall and the physical ports for connectivity include LAN, 2 AV IN, 3 USB, 1 VGA, 1 PC AUDIO IN  and 3 HDMI ports. The audio is handled by two 20W bottom firing speakers. Kodak 43-inch TV The 43-inch TV from Kodak, on the other hand, flaunts a 43-inch FULL HD 16:9 display with a resolution of 1920 x  1080 pixels, 178-degree viewing ...

OnePlus 7 Pro Almond Edition will go on sale in India from June 14

OnePlus launched its flagship OnePlus 7 Pro smartphone last month starting at Rs. 48,999. The Mirror Gray Edition went on sale May 17th, 8+ 256 GB, 12 + 256GB in Nebula Blue went on sale from May 28th, now the company has announced that 8+ 256 GB Almond Edition will be available from  June 14  from Amazon.in,oneplus.in, all OnePlus exclusive offline stores, Croma, Reliance Digital and other authorized OnePlus outlets. You can pre-book the OnePlus 7 Pro Almond from today, June 7th at Rs. 2000 in all OnePlus exclusive offline stores, Reliance Digital, My Jio Store, Croma, Poorvika Mobiles, Sangeetha Mobiles and Vijay Sales. It will be available for open sale starting June 14th. It also offers up to Rs 2,000 cashback for SBI credit and debit cards users at Amazon.in, Reliance and Croma. Amazon.in also offers no cost EMI. Regarding the Almond version, OnePlus said: The OnePlus 7 Pro Almond features a charismatic glow of gold designed to give off a warm and soft elegance when held in the hand. It has a thin layer of film capable of diffusing light better, tucked underneath the glass to allow the surface to gleam with an attractive golden shimmer. The glass was repeatedly polished to feel silky and smooth to the touch.