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New Samsung A Series – For Those Who Want More

2019-03-03T12:18:00.003+05:30

Samsung has launched Galaxy A series in India. It’s for those who want more and basically, that’s everyone. The South Korean electronics supergiant has offered something for each section of the society with this launch. With Chinese brands such as OPPO, VIVO ruling the mid-range smartphone market, this Galaxy A series is Samsung’s bet in this category.
Let’s have a better look at what’s on offer:

Galaxy A10
The first one in the queue of this A series is entirely a budget smartphone. It has great features and also doesn’t put any burden on your pocket. Galaxy A10 has a 6.2-inch HD+ Infinity V display and a resolution of 1520*720 pixels. It runs on Android Pie with an Exynos 7884 octa-core processor.

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There is 2GB RAM and 32 GB internal storage which expandable up to 512 GB. You can capture stunning photos with the 13MP rear camera and beautiful selfies with a 5MP front camera. It has face unlock and 3400 mAh battery. Keeping in mind, the price of the phone, it is a great product if you are looking for something at a modest price. We have mentioned its specifications below so that you can look at them closely:
Camera- 13MP rear camera and 5MP front camera
Display – 6.2-inch HD+ Infinity V display
RAM – 2 GB
Processor - Exynos 7884 octa-core processor
Battery – 3400mAh
OS: Android Pie
Colors: Blue, Black and White

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Galaxy A 30
The second offering in the Galaxy A series is A 30. It boasts of a 6.4-inch (16.21 centimeters) FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-U display with a resolution of 1080*2340 and 16M color support. With a sleek design, it also features a fingerprint sensor on the back. The device is powered by 1.8GHz Exynos 7904 octa-core processor and 4 GB ram. So, you can enjoy a smooth interface without any lag.

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There is also internal storage of 64 GB expandable up to 512 GB. With 4000mAh battery and fast charging, you can enjoy using it without keeping it plugged for charging. As far as the camera is concerned, Samsung Galaxy A30 comes with a 16MP+5MP dual rear camera with f1.7 wide angle and a front camera of 16MP. You can keep capturing your favourite moments with this camera and it will not disappoint you. All in all, it is a good bargain at this price.

To make it easier for you, we have mentioned its solid features below also:
Camera- 16MP+5MP dual rear camera and 16MP front camera
Display – 6.4 inches FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-U display
RAM – 4GB
Processor - 1.8GHz Exynos 7904 octa-core processor
Battery – 4000mAh with Type-c fast charging
OS: Android Oreo v8.1
If the A30 is something that suits your style, you can buy it on Amazon:

Buy Samsung Galaxy A30 on Amazon.in

Galaxy A 50
If you are willing to spend a little more, then Samsung is offering you a high-end smartphone. The third phone in this line up is the best of the lot. It comes in two variants, 4GB+64GB and 6GB+64GB. Features such as the display, battery and Type-c fast charging are similar to Galaxy A30 with some exciting improvements. The major boost is on the camera. This device boasts of a triple rear camera (25+5+5MP) setup and a front camera of 25MP. So, whether it’s a selfie or any other photo, this phone will surely make it worth remembering.

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It operates on Android Oreo v8.1 OS and complemented by 2.29GHz Exynos 9610 octa-core processor for a seamless experience. It also has an in-display fingerprint sensor which adds to its flair. Basically, this device is a complete package. Be it the selfie lovers, the hidden photographers or the gamers, Galaxy A50 has something for everyone. We have mentioned its specifications below to help you know this device better:
Camera- 16MP+5MP dual rear camera and 16MP front camera
Display – 6.4 inches FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-U display
RAM – 4GB and 6GB
Processor - 2.29GHz Exynos 9610 octa-core processor
Battery – 4000mAh with Type-c fast charging
OS - Android Oreo v8.1
Colors - Blue, Black and White
If you think that Galaxy A50 is what you want, then you can buy it on Amazon:

Buy Samsung galaxy A50 on Amazon.in

With this series launch, Samsung will now be able to compete with Xiaomi, Motorola and OPPO in the mid-range smartphones battle. Well, that’s how we think, you can tell us your views in the comment section down below. Which is your favorite of the Galaxy A series?

Redmi Note 7 Pro - The Camera Beast in the Budget Segment

2019-03-02T22:44:00.001+05:30

The Redmi Note series is no stranger when it comes to the budget smartphone market. It has always been known for providing the best specs at an affordable price range. Xiaomi has captured the budget smartphone market in India by offering top of the line specs at pocket-friendly prices. Every new launch in the Redmi Note series has seen a massive customer support. The latest Redmi Note 7 Pro is no exception. Launched in India on 1st March 2019 the latest from the Note series is all set to go on sale from 13th March 2019 on Flipkart and official website of Mi.

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The Mighty Camera
The reason why this smartphone is gaining all of the attention is especially because of the monstrous 48 MegaPixel camera setup. Yes, you read that right, the Redmi Note 7 Pro boasts a 48 MP and 5MP camera setup, which is a Sony IMX 586 sensor, so be assured of a lot of details in your pictures. This is a real deal and no marketing gimmick, however, the 48 MP only works in the pro-mode of the camera and the auto-mode clicks 12 MP pictures by default.

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Power-packed
The performance of the phone is brilliant, it carries a Snapdragon 675 chipset under the hood, which is the latest upgrade to the mid-range processors of Snapdragon. It has an octa-core processor with the Adreno 612 graphics engine for improved gaming performance as well.

Brilliant Display
Talking about the display of the Redmi Note 7 Pro, it flaunts an IPS LCD HD display with Gorilla Glass 5 protection, the 6.3-inch screen has an aspect ratio of 19.5:9, giving you more real estate to consume content in a better way. The notch or the Dot Notch as they have named it is not as intrusive as a lot of phones with bulky notches available in this segment.

There are significant improvements over the previous generations as far as the design is concerned. The Redmi Note 7 Pro is a visual treat, it has this glossy back which reflects beautiful colors and is pleasing to the eyes. You can choose from three color schemes namely Space Black, Neptune Blue, and Nebula Red. We personally recommend the Neptune Blue as it has this classy appeal which is a real head turner.

The Redmi Note 7 Pro runs on Android Pie (9.0) out of the box with Xiaomi's signature MIUI skin for smooth user experience. They have made slight improvements to the UI and the gesture controls are a great advantage.

Here are the handsome specifications of the Redmi Note 7 Pro:

Display - 6.3 in Dot Notch display with 1080 x 2340 pixel resolution, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Memory - 64 GB with 4 GB RAM and 128 GB with 6 GB RAM, Expandable with Micro SD card slot up to 256 GB.
Processor - Qualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 Octa-core processor
Camera - Rear - Dual Camera Setup (48MP, f/1.8, 1/2" and 5MP depth Sensor) with AI
Front - 13MP f/2.0
Battery - 40000 mAh
OS - Android 9(Pie) with MIUI 10
Colors - Nebula Red, Neptune Blue, Space Black

Redmi Note 7 Pro 4GB and 64 GB
Redmi Note 7 Pro 6GB and 128 GB

Tell us what you think about the new Redmi Note 7 Pro in the comment section below. Do you love it or not?
Which variant will you buy, the 4GB or the 6GB?
Let us know your feedback.

Samsung Galaxy M series- A Launch for the millennials

2019-02-16T00:12:00.001+05:30

In India, Xiaomi is ruling the mid-range smartphone market and One Plus occupying the premium one. Now, Samsung has thrown its hat in the ring with its M series. It has already created hype in the market but is it worth it? Let’s find out.

Samsung Galaxy M10
With an exponential rise in the mid-range smartphone market, the South Korean Electronics giant launched Galaxy M10 starting at Rs.7990.

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The M10 comes in two variants, 2GB+16GB and 3GB+32GB. It has some amazing features as mentioned below:
Display - 15.8 cm infinity V Display, Screen resolution of 720×1520 pixels.
Processor - 1.6 GHz, Exynos Octa Core processor
OS - Android v8.1 Oreo
Battery - 3400mAh
Camera Setup -
Primary - 13 MP+ 5 MP cameras
Secondary - 5 MP Front camera with in display flash and F2.0 aperture
Sensors - Light sensor, proximity sensor, and accelerometer
It has no finger print sensor however the Face Unlock does the job. It features Mali-T830 GPU to make games run smoothly. Games like PUBG would run without any hiccups.

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The on-board storage for the two variants in M10 is 16GB and 32GB which can be expanded up to 512GB. The phone weighs 163 grams and 7.7 mm in thickness. Overall, it is great phone in this price range that meets all the requirements from camera to graphics and battery life.

Samsung Galaxy M20
Coming to the next one in this M series, we have the Galaxy M20. Starting at 10,990, the Galaxy M20 comes in two variants, 4GB+64GB and 3GB+32GB.

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It boasts of awesome features such as:
Display - 16 cm Infinity V display , Full HD+ screen resolution of 1020×2340 pixels
Processor - 1.8GHz Exynos 7904 octa-core
OS - Android V8.1 (Oreo)
Security - Finger print sensor and face unlock
Battery - 5000mAh battery with 3× fast charge
Camera Setup
Primary - 13MP+5MP ultra wide dual camera
Secondary - 8MP f2.0 front camera
It is also good for gaming due to such a strong processor and one can enjoy games like PUBG, Asphalt etc. smoothly.

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The camera is also outstanding and a great battery makes M20 a go-to smartphone in this budget. With such great features it is awesome choice and at a modest price.
Samsung might have hit the bull’s eye with the Galaxy M series.

Available in Charcoal black and Ocean blue colours, you can buy them on Amazon:
Samsung Galaxy M10 is available in these variants
Galaxy M10 (3GB+32GB)
Galaxy M10 (2GB+16GB)

And the Samsung Galaxy M20 is available in these variants
Galaxy M20 (4GB+64GB)
Galaxy M20 (3GB+32GB)

The Budget Friendly Smartphone Buy for January 2019

2019-01-08T13:25:00.001+05:30

Let us start with the most common segment which caters to the masses of Indian population, the budget friendly smartphones.

The competition in this segment is fierce as the giants like Mi, Motorola, Oppo, Huawei and even Samsung are making life difficult for the average Indian consumer when it comes to choosing the 'right smart phone'. Providing the best specs at pocket friendly prices is their aim and helping you make the right decision ours.

So here goes our list of Top 5 Budget Friendly Smartphones of January 2019 which you can buy.

Realme 2 Pro

The Realme 2 Pro is the king of budget smartphones right now. It gives unmatchable performance at an unbeatable price. It has a very good camera setup which captures some stunning shots with built in AI features to help it. The brand Realme hails from the house of Oppo and they have made a very good impression in the minds of Indian consumers. The Realme 2 Pro is no exception.

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Specifications

Display - 6.3 inches with 1080 x 2340 pixel resolution, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Memory - 64 GB with 4/6 GB RAM and 128 GB with 8 GB RAM, Expandable with Micro SD card slot up to 256 GB.

Processor - Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 Octa core processor

Camera - Rear - Dual Camera Setup (16MP, f/1.7, 1/2.8" and 2MP depth Sensor) with AI

Front - 16MP f/2.0

Battery - 3500 mAh

OS - Android 8.1(Oreo)

Honor 8x

This is a great smartphone that we have come across in the budget range of 15-20k. The Honor 8x has a lot to offer considering the price range. It has an awesome battery life, large screen display, amazing performance, great camera and strong build quality.

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Specifications

Display - 6.5 inches with 1080 x 2340 pixel resolution, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3

Memory - 64 GB with 4 GB RAM and 64/128 GB with 6 GB RAM, Expandable with Micro SD card slot up to 400 GB.

Processor - 2.2 GHz Kirin 710 Octa Core Processor

Camera - Rear - Dual Camera Setup (20MP, f/1.8 and 2MP depth Sensor) with AI

Front - 16MP f/2.0

Battery - 3750 mAh

OS - Android 8.1(Oreo) with EMUI 8.2

The Honor 8x provides you great performance. The base variant which is Honor 8x 64 GB and 4 GB RAM is available for Rs. 14,999 and the top-end Honor 8x 128 GB and 6 GB RAM variant is available for Rs.18,999 online at Amazon.in.

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2

This can be called the king of the budget category. The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 gives you stock android experience, Snapdragon 660 processor for butter smooth performance, large immersive display and expandable storage up to (wait for it) 2TB!!! That's not all, it has a battery life that will make you go WOAHHH!!

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Specifications

Display - 6.26 inches with 1080 x 2280 pixel resolution, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 6

Memory - 32 GB with 3 GB RAM and 64 GB with 4/6 GB RAM, Expandable with Micro SD card slot up to 2 TB.

Processor - Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 Octa core processor

Camera - Rear - Dual Camera Setup (12MP, f/1.8 and 5MP, f/2.4 depth Sensor)

Front - 13MP f/2.0

Battery - 5000 mAh

OS - Android 8.1(Oreo)

The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 gives you a lot more for the price. You can buy the base variant of Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 with 32 GB and 3 GB RAM at Rs. 12,999 and the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 with 64 GB and 4 GB RAM at Rs. 14,999 on Flipkart.

Redmi Note 6 Pro

The Redmi Note 6 Pro is the successor to the already famous Redmi Note 5 Pro. It comes with some significant improvements like a dual front camera, a notch display with bigger screen size. Only a few minor updates have been made to the Note 6 Pro when compared to the Note 5 Pro, but it is still worth the money you spend on.

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Specifications

Display - 6.26 inches with 1080 x 2280 pixel resolution, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass

Memory - 64 GB with 4/6 GB RAM, Expandable with Micro SD card slot up to 256 GB.

Processor - Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 Octa core processor

Camera - Rear - Dual Camera Setup (12MP, f/1.9 and 5MP, f/2.2 depth Sensor)

Front - Dual Camera Setup (20MP f/2.0 and 2MP f/2.2 depth Sensor)

Battery - 4000 mAh

OS - Android 8.1(Oreo)

The Redmi Note 6 Pro is available in a number of color options. It is available in two variants, the base model is Redmi Note 6 Pro with 64 GB and 4 GB RAM priced at Rs. 13,999 and the higher model is Redmi Note 6 Pro with 64 GB and 6 GB RAM priced at Rs. 15,999 available on flipkart.

Xiaomi Mi A2

The Mi A2 is the successor to the wonderful Mi A1 which gave great performance on the budget. If you are planning to buy a great camera phone at a budget friendly price, then Mi A2 is the one to pick. However, you will have to compromise on the headphone jack, expandable memory and good battery life.

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Specifications

Display - 5.99 inches with 1080 x 2160 pixel resolution

Memory - 64 GB with 4 GB RAM and 128 GB with 6 GB RAM.

Processor - Qualcomm SDM660 Snapdragon 660 Octa core processor

Camera - Rear - Dual Camera Setup (12MP, f/1.9 and 5MP, f/2.2 depth Sensor)

Front - Dual Camera Setup (20MP f/2.0 and 2MP f/2.2 depth Sensor)

Battery - 3000 mAh

OS - Android 8.1(Oreo) upgradable to Android 9.0(Pie)

The Mi A2 is a great phone when it comes to the camera quality. It is available on Amazon in two variants the Mi A2 with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB Storage is priced at Rs. 15,999 and the Mi A2 with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage is priced at Rs. 13,999.

This is our list of the best budget smartphone pick for January 2019 in the range of 10k-20k.

All prices given above were live at the time this blog was published. They may vary over time.

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2019-01-03T13:22:00.001+05:30

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