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Thursday, 5 September 2019

Moto E6 Plus with 6.1-inch HD+ Max Vision display, dual rear cameras announced

After the Moto E6 back in July, Motorola has announced Moto E6 Plus in the 'E Series' at the IFA. It has a 6.1-inch HD+ Max Vision display, is powered by MediaTek Helio P22 with 2GB RAM, runs Android 9.0 (Pie), features a 13-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, secondary 2-megapixel camera and an 8-megapixel front camera. The phone has a rear-mounted fingeprint scanner, dedicated dual SIM and a microSD slot and packs a 3000mAh battery. Moto E6 Plus specifications 6.1-inch (1560 × 720 pixels) HD+ 19.5:9 Max Vision IPS display2GHz Octa Core MediaTek Helio P22 (MT6762) 12nm processor with 650MHz IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU2GB RAM, 16GB /32GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 512GB with microSDAndroid 9.0 (Pie)Dual SIM13MP rear camera with LED Flash, f/2.0 aperture, secondary 2MP camera8MP front-facing camera with f/2.0 apertureDimensions: 155.6x 73.1x 8.6mm; Weight: 149.7g3.5mm audio jack, FM RadioP2i water-repellent nano coatingFingerprint scanner4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, Micro USB3000mAh battery The Moto E6 Plus comes in Caribbean Blue, Rich Cranberry, Bright Cherry, and Polished Graphite colors, starts at €139 (US$ 153 / ₹11,080 approx.), is already available in Latin America, and will roll out later in September in Europe. It will also roll out across Asia ...

LG G8X ThinQ / V50S ThinQ 5G with 6.4-inch FHD+ OLED display, Snapdragon 855, in-display fingerprint scanner announced

LG just announced G8X ThinQ (V50S ThinQ 5G), the company's latest top-end smartphone at the IFA 2019, which will be launched in Korea as with 5G support. It packs a 6.4-inch FullVision FHD+ OLED display, is powered by Snapdragon 855 with 6GB of RAM, runs Android Pie with improved user interface with a cleaner design, refreshed icons and tabs such as Dial, Call logs, and Contacts moving to the bottom of the display so that users can get even more done with only one hand, has dual rear cameras, 13MP 136-degree super wide-angle and 12MP standard sensor. There is also a 32-megapixel camera that merges four pixels to form large 1.6μm pixels for better output. Also, for the perfect selfie, Reflector Mode ensures clearer, sharper portraits even in dark environments letting users adjust the lighting color to match their mood or preference. AI Action Shot recognizes and compensates for movement with a shutter speed of 1/480 of a second to keep subjects fully in focus. 4K Time Lapse lets users create artistic time lapse videos in 4K resolution while LG Steady Cam provides enhanced image stability for footage. Switching between front and rear cameras while recording video is possible. The phone ...

Google Play Store gets UPI payment method in India

Google rolled out a complete visual redesign of the Play Store for all the users recently. Now, Google has added a new Unified Payment Interface(UPI) payment method in the Play Store to make it even easier for people to pay for apps and in-app content. This will exist alongside the existing payment methods like NetBanking, Credit/Debit Card, Carrier billing, and Play Balance. UPI is being used by many people in India for the convenience and the flexibility it offers. Now, with the new UPI payment option in the Google Play Store, users can purchase apps, games, movies, books, in-app content etc easily. Users will be able to pay using their preferred UPI app including BHIM, Google Pay, Paytm and PhonePe. Also, Google says that users across the country are now choosing UPI for everything from utility bill payments, mobile recharges, in-store transactions and much more. How to make payments using UPI in Google Play Store Open Google Play StoreNavigate to 'Payment methods' present in the hamburger menuSelect 'Add bank account with BHIM UPI ID'Enter your UPI ID and click 'Add'UPI will be added as a payment method and can be used for purchases in the Play Store UPI payment option is ...

Sanyo Kaizen 32-inch HD Android TV and 43-inch 4K Android TV launched in India for Rs. 12999 and Rs. 28999

Sanyo which is Panasonic's online brand launched its Nebula series Smart TVs in India earlier this year. Today, the company has launched new Kaizen Series Android TVs in India with two new models - 32-inch HD ready Android TV and 43-inch 4K Android TV. Sanyo Kaizen 32-inch HD ready TV and 43-inch 4K TV sport IPS LED display, bezel-less design with flame retardant VO material. These are Google-certified Android TV and runs on Android 9.0 (Pie) with built-in Chromecast support and voice search feature. It supports streaming apps like Amazon Prime Video and Netflix and Sanyo has added a dedicated button on the remote for Google voice search, Netflix, and official Apps for Netflix and Amazon Prime. There are in-built speakers with digital signal processing and support Dolby Digital audio. The Sanyo 32-inch HD TV is priced at Rs. 12,999 and is available on Amazon.in. The Sanyo 43-inch 4K TV is priced at Rs. 28,999 and is available on Amazon.in. Commenting on the launch, Pankaj Rana– Business Chief, Sanyo, Panasonic India, said: With the vision of making technology accessible to all, we at Sanyo, are delighted to introduce Kaizen Series which delivers superior functionality and infinite content opportunities to ...

IFA 2019: Sony WI-1000XM2 wireless noise cancelling earphones and SA-Z1 Near Field powered speaker system announced

At IFA 2019 event in Berlin, Sony has announced a range of new products including the Xperia5 smartphone, Sony WI-1000XM2 wireless noise cancelling in-ear earphones, Sony SA-Z1 Near Field powered speaker system, new flagship Alpha 6600, the Alpha 7R IV, new models in BRAVIA Master Series and more. Sony WI-1000XM2 Sony WI-1000XM2 is a wireless noise-cancelling in-ear earphone that sports a neckband style and is the most advanced ever in wireless neckband headphones, according to the company. It is powered by Sony's HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 for the noise cancellation feature and it also has dual noise sensor technology to catch more of the ambient sounds of the surroundings. There is a 9mm dynamic driver unit for deep bass and it also combines Digital Noise Cancelling, 32bit Audio Signal Processing, and a Digital-to-Analog converter with headphone amplifier. The in-built battery claims to provide up to 10 hours playback and takes 3.5 hours approximately to charge. It also comes with 'Sense Engine', voice-assistant support, built-in microphone and handy in-line controls. Sony WI-1000XM2 features Closed, Hybrid type; wearing style: neckband9mm dynamic driver unitSony HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 22-ohm impedance3 Hz-40,000 Hz frequency response101dB / mW sensitivitiesUp to 10 hours battery life; approx 3.5 ...

Nokia Power Earbuds offer up to 150 hours of battery life with 3000mAh charging case

HMD Global, in addition to range of smartphones and feature phones, also introduced its latest Power Earbuds at the IFA. The true wireless earbuds have IPX7 ratings for water resistance and uses Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. The main highlight is the 3000mAh battery inside the portable charging case that lets you charge the 50mAh (each) battery inside earbuds up to 30 times offering 150 hours of battery life. Nokia Power Earbuds specifications High quality audio with 6mm graphene drivers Universal Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility Easy access to voice assistant, Touch ControlsWaterproof (IPX7 rated at 1m for up to 30 minutes)Dimensions: Earbuds: 25mm(L) x 23mm(W) x 23.8mm(D);Charging case: 79mm(L) x 48.5mm(W) x 31mm(D)50mAh battery per earbud offers up to 5 hours of usage3000mAh battery in the charging case offers up to 150 hours of usage (up to x30 additional charges of earbuds), USB Type-C charging The Nokia Power Earbuds come in Charcoal Black and Light Grey colors, is priced at €79 (Rs. and will roll out from

Nokia 7.2 with 6.3-inch FHD+ HDR PureDisplay, triple rear cameras, 20MP front camera, ZEISS Optics announced

HMD Global just announced Nokia 7.2, the company's latest mid-range Android One smartphone at the IFA 2019, as expected. It has a 6.3-inch FHD+ Waterdrop PureDisplay that uses Dedicated Pixelworks visual processor to upscale video content to HDR quality in real time, with up to a billion shades of colour, higher contrast and expanded dynamic range. It also comes with high brightness and local contrast enhancement, making it easy to view content even in brighter conditions. The phone is powered by Snapdragon 660 with up to 6GB of RAM, runs Android 9.0 (Pie), which is upgradable to Android 10. The phone features a 48-megapixel rear camera with ZEISS Optics, Quad Pixel technology AI features such as Portrait mode with unique ZEISS bokeh styles - ZEISS Modern, ZEISS Swirl and ZEISS Smooth - that recreate the way legendary ZEISS lenses produce high visual impact and signature blur. AI powered Night mode with image fusion and exposure stacking can sense whether hand held or on a tripod, adjusting the number of exposures accordingly. There is an 8-megapixel 118-degree ultra-wide lens and a 5-megapixel depth sensor. There is also a 20-megapixel camera on the front with ZEISS Optics and Quad Pixel technology. The phone is ...

Nokia 6.2 with 6.3-inch FHD+ HDR PureDisplay, triple rear cameras announced

HMD Global just announced Nokia 6.2, the company's latest mid-range Android One smartphone at the IFA 2019, as expected. It has a 6.3-inch FHD+ Waterdrop PureDisplay that uses Dedicated Pixelworks visual processor to upscale video content to HDR quality in real time, with up to a billion shades of colour, higher contrast and expanded dynamic range, same as the Nokia 7.2, but this is powered by Snapdragon 636 with up to 4GB of RAM, runs Android 9.0 (Pie), which is upgradable to Android 10. The phone features a 16-megapixel rear camera with Night mode with image fusion and exposure stacking – for increased low light performance. Portrait mode brings AI features like: adjustable bokeh with various bokeh styles such as Classic, Heart and Star for a professional-looking background blur. There is an 8-megapixel 118-degree ultra-wide lens and a 5-megapixel depth sensor, similar to the Nokia 7.2. There is also a 8-megapixel camera on the front. The phone is crafted from polymer composite that’s twice as strong as polycarbonate and half the weight of aluminium, and features Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and the back. It features rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, dedicated dual SIM and microSD slots and packs a 3500mAh ...

Nokia 2720 Flip dual screen 4G phone, Nokia 800 Tough rugged 4G phone and Nokia 110 (2019) announced

Along with the Nokia 7.2 and Nokia 6.2, HMD Global also introduced Nokia 2720 Flip 4G phone with an external screen for notifications, similar to the Nokia 2720 fold was introduced back in 2009, Nokia 800 Tough rugged 4G phone with waterproof body and military grade durability, and an upgrade to Nokia 110, which was introduced back in 2012. Nokia 2720 Flip specifications 2.8-inch (240x320 pixels) QVGA display+ 1.3-inch (240x240 pixels) external display1.1GHz Dual-Core Qualcomm 205 Mobile Platform (MSM8905) with Adreno 304 GPU512MB RAM, 4GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 32GB with microSDDual SIM KaiOS2MP rear camera with LED flash3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, LED FlashlightGoogle AssistantDimensions: 54.5 x 104.8 x 18.7 mm (Closed); 54.5 x 192.7 x 11.6 mm (Open)4G VoLTE, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n with WiFi hotspot, Bluetooth 4.1 LE, GPS/AGPS + GLONASS , Micro USB (USB 2.01500mAh removable battery Nokia 800 Tough specifications 2.4-inch (240x320 pixels) QVGA display1.1GHz Dual-Core Qualcomm 205 Mobile Platform (MSM8905) with Adreno 304 GPU512MB RAM, 4GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 32GB with microSDDual SIM KaiOS2MP rear camera with LED flash3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio, Loud Speaker (103 phons), Torch (198 lumens)Google AssistantWaterproof (IP68 - Up to 1.5m for 30 minutes), Dustproof, MIL-STD-810G certifiedDimensions: ...

JioFiber plans revealed — 100 Mbps plan at Rs. 699 with free voice calls across India, TV video calling, Gaming and more

Realiance Jio just announced the launched of JioFiber, its Fiber to the Home service, across 1,600 cities in India, as it has promised last month. As it had announced earlier, plans start from 100 Mbps and go all the way up to 1 Gbps and are priced between Rs. 699 and Rs. 8499 (GST additional on all plans, as applicable). Additional benefits which will be included with all the plans include free voice calling all over India, TV video calling, latency-free Gaming, and Device Security with Norton Device secure for up to five devices for an entire year. Every user will get a Set Top Box even with monthly plan. Jio says that users will have to pay Rs. 2500 ( includes Rs. 1500 security deposit and Rs. 1000 non-refundable installation charges.). 100Mbps Bronze plan at Rs. 699 comes with 100GB data and 50GB extra data100MBps Silver plan at Rs. 849 offers 200GB data and 200GB additional data250MBps Gold plan at Rs. 1299 offers 500GB data with 500GB additional data500Mbps Diamond plan costs Rs. 2499 and offers 1250GB data with 250GB extra data1GBps Platinum plan costs Rs. 3999 and comes with 2500GB data1GBps Titanium plan at Rs. 8499 offers 5000GB data Extra ...