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Hike app updated with new stickers and ‘last seen’ feature

Jonathan Pereira — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:11:40 +0000

Competing with other renowned instant messengers, home grown app hike, which is a free cross-platform messaging app announced a major update to the app. The update to the hike messaging app brings stickers, last seen feature, walkie-talkie and even offline support, thus making it the biggest overhaul in the features of the app. The stickers … The post Hike app updated with new stickers and ‘last seen’ feature appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Jivi 2010 – The One Press Help Phone for Ladies

Jonathan Pereira — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:04:23 +0000

In wake of recent atrocities against women in India, Magicon Impex has launched a new phone with special utilities for women which are expected to help improving their security in the country. CONPLEX International, the Hong Kong based business conglomerate that owns the Jivi brand through its fully owned Indian subsidiary Magicon Impex, today announced … The post Jivi 2010 – The One Press Help Phone for Ladies appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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HTC Butterfly S with UltraPixel camera announced

Jonathan Pereira — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:45:56 +0000

After the success of the HTC Butterfly, which was launched last year, the company has now launched the upgraded version of the device but this time with their innovative UltraPixel camera. The HTC Butterfly S has a 5 inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. While the HTC Butterfly also had the … The post HTC Butterfly S with UltraPixel camera announced appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Opera and Nazara launch mobile payment solution for mobile gamers on Opera Mini

Jonathan Pereira — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:16:25 +0000

With the increasing number of payment transactions via mobile, Opera has put together an easy mobile payment solution for its users directly through the mobile. Opera Commerce, a fully-owned subsidiary of Opera Software in association with Nazara Technologies, a leading mobile games developer and publisher has announced the launch of the secure and easy mobile … The post Opera and Nazara launch mobile payment solution for mobile gamers on Opera Mini appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Entry level HTC Desire 200 announced

Jonathan Pereira — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:29:21 +0000

Entering the entry level segment of the smartphone markets, HTC has launched a new smartphone equipped with the Beats Audio. The HTC Desire 200 has 3.5 inch HVGA display. The entry level smartphone is powered by a 1 GHz Snapdragon S1 processor along with a mere 512 MB of RAM and 4 GB of internal … The post Entry level HTC Desire 200 announced appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Lava to bring Firefox smartphones to India in Rs. 3000 range

Jonathan Pereira — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:26:35 +0000

After announcing the launch of the new Firefox OS at the Mobile World Congress earlier this year, many handset manufacturers agreed to adopt the new OS. According to new repots, Indian manufacturer Lava is also planning on launching a Firefox smartphone. Local handset manufacturer, Lava Mobiles, is expected to give the new Firefox OS a … The post Lava to bring Firefox smartphones to India in Rs. 3000 range appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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XOLO Q700 Review

Amol Mathur — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:32:18 +0000

XOLO, the brand which is best known for smartphones running on Intel’s processors but lately the company has also shifted its focus to launch devices with the cheap MediaTek processor so that it is able to cater the needs of buyers in the budget smartphone market. And recently, the company went on to launch the … The post XOLO Q700 Review appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Huawei Ascend P6, world’s slimmest smartphone announced

Jonathan Pereira — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:13:37 +0000

After creating rumours of the world’s slimmest phone, Huawei has launched the light-weight Ascend P6 with a very thin body indeed. The Huawei Ascend P6 has 4.7 inch fHD display. The thinnest smartphone till now, measuring just 6.18 mm, is powered by a 1.5 GHz quad core K3V2 processor along with 2 GB of RAM … The post Huawei Ascend P6, world’s slimmest smartphone announced appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Huawei Ascend Mate launched in India at Rs. 24900

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:20:43 +0000

Introducing the device which the company claims to be the perfect cinema in India, Huawei brought the Ascend Mate for users who love to enjoy a perfect cinema experience. The Huawei Ascend Mate is the company’s latest flagship phone and features a 6.1 inch display. The device is powered by a 1.5 GHz quad core … The post Huawei Ascend Mate launched in India at Rs. 24900 appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Aircel announces special SIM cards for Amarnath Yatra

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:28:10 +0000

In an attempt to preserve the rich heritage found in the country, Aircel has launched some new offers for the pilgrim planning to undertake the Amarnath Yatra. Aircel has announced the launch of special short-term prepaid Yatra SIM Cards On the occasion of the Amarnath Yatra, which encapsulates our country’s rich cultural heritage, diverse ethos … The post Aircel announces special SIM cards for Amarnath Yatra appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Skype rolls out Video Messaging for all platforms except Windows Phone

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:46:59 +0000

After keeping many anxious Skype users waiting, Video Messaging is now fully functional and available on all platforms except the Windows Phone. The Skype Video Messaging feature lets you leave video messages for someone who is offline. The message is delivered when they come online. The feature is compatible with both desktop versions and smartphones. … The post Skype rolls out Video Messaging for all platforms except Windows Phone appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Vodafone announces 80 percent cut in 2G data charges

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:51:54 +0000

In a quest to increase it’s 2G internet usage across the country, Vodafone has taken the leading step to slash data charges by a generous 80 percent. Announcing the new tariff structure for their ‘Pay as you Go’ internet services, Vodafone announced lowering of the rate from the existing 10p/10KB to 2p/10KB. The new rates … The post Vodafone announces 80 percent cut in 2G data charges appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Instagram to launch video service on June 20

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:58:08 +0000

After buying out the popular photo-sharing app, Instagram, Facebook now plans to add video to the service, which would be announced officially this week. According to source, the Instagram app is getting support for video. The announcement is expected to come at the Facebook event scheduled for June 20. With the new features, Instagram will … The post Instagram to launch video service on June 20 appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Snapdragon 800 powered Sony Xperia ZU beats all performance records

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:06:15 +0000

Recently we heard about the first phablet device from Sony – the Xperia ZU. But no one had a clue that it might blast all performance records of devices which include the Samsung flagship Galaxy S4. According to reports, the Sony Xperia ZU would be the first device to launch with ultra-fast Snapdragon 800 processor. … The post Snapdragon 800 powered Sony Xperia ZU beats all performance records appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Sony I1 Honami surfaces with extra-ordinary specs

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 06:58:47 +0000

With Samsung announcing the Galaxy S4 Zoom and Nokia working on the EOS, Sony too plans on having a camera phone of its own and if the leaked specs are to be believed, this device could be the best camera phone till now. A leaked picture and specs of the Sony I1 Honami surfaced. While … The post Sony I1 Honami surfaces with extra-ordinary specs appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Whatsapp may get banned in Saudi Arabia

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:50:51 +0000

In a bid to protect the interests of telecom companies and to monitor the cyberspace, Saudi Arabia may soon ban the popular and widely used instant messenger Whatsapp. After banning Viber, the Communications and Information Technology Commission (CITC) of Saudi Arabia, now plans to block Whatsapp within weeks if the US-based firm fails to comply … The post Whatsapp may get banned in Saudi Arabia appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Displays with 1600 x 2560 pixel resolution coming by next year

Jonathan Pereira — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:40:18 +0000

While everyone thought that 1080p was a great achievement and would be standard for years to come, the mobile industry seems to be trying harder for more detailed displays. As such we might get a host of 6 inch very high – res devices as early as next year. According to well-placed individuals from the … The post Displays with 1600 x 2560 pixel resolution coming by next year appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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TRAI reduces national roaming charges from July 1

Jonathan Pereira — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:10:12 +0000

Fresh guidelines announced by TRAI today will result in reduced rates of national roaming calls and SMS, thus removing the burden from frequent travellers. According to the new guidelines announced by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, roaming charges on outgoing local calls have been reduced from Rs. 1.40 per minute to Re. 1, whereas … The post TRAI reduces national roaming charges from July 1 appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Airtel digital TV launches Freemium PPV service with free movies

Jonathan Pereira — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:33:59 +0000

Giving more benefits to movie buffs, Airtel launched the Freemium PPV for its digital TV customers using which the subscribers can enjoy popular movies for free. Announcing the first-of-its-kind movie service, Airtel launched the new Pay per View platform – the Freemium PPV for its Digital TV. The service enables customers to enjoy popular hits … The post Airtel digital TV launches Freemium PPV service with free movies appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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Could this be the Nokia phablet?

Jonathan Pereira — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 10:18:16 +0000

Earlier we heard fresh rumours about a pair of phablet from Nokia with one scheduled to be launched in September. As per newly a leaked image comparing an unknown Nokia device with the Nokia Lumia 920, the unknown device with metal chassis is way longer than the Lumia 920. While the device was first thought … The post Could this be the Nokia phablet? appeared first on MobiGyaan.

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