Swipe MTV Slate tablet launched for Rs.15,000

After Volt and Slash phablets, MTV and Swipe Telecom have now tied up to launch an Android tablet named Slate, which comes with 7.85-inch display and a SIM card slot of 3G and voice calling. The tablet is priced for Rs 14,999.



The MTV Slate comes with a 7.85-inch IPS display with 1024×768 pixel resolution. Features-wise, the tablet runs on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean and is powered by a Cortex A7 1.2 GHz quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM.

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Micromax Bolt A67 now available online for under Rs.6000

Micromax’s Bolt A67 is now available on several online stores for under Rs. 6,000. This dual SIM, dual core handset sails on Android 4.0 (ICS) OS and sports a 4.5 inch TFT screen with FWVGA resolution.



Here is another low cost handset with dual core processing power. The Micromax A67 is loaded with dual core processor (cortex A5) clocked at 1GHz. It’s dual SIM, can house two GSM SIM cards with dual standby mode.

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LG released GPad 8.3 teaser video

LG will reveal the LG GPad 8.3 tablet at the IFA electronics show this September. Though the specifications are not yet disclosed, LG has however released a teaser video with a tagline ‘Just Right for you’.



Ask anyone about issues they face when using a tablet and most likely they might say it’s the size.. It’s too big!, its bulky. For some they would want it even more powerful and able to connect with other devices with ease. Portability is another issue.

LG’s new GPad 8.3 is believed to be light weight and easier to use. We will have to wait for the official announcement including the price. This tab will compete with Nexus 7 and other tablets available in the market.

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LG is giving more emphasis on portability factor, the tab will be thin, easy to carry and provide a better experience as compared with other tablets that you might have used. The consumer electronics show in Berlin will commence from 6th September, stay tuned!.

 

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Nokia codename Pegasus, Lanai to be 3G-enabled Asha 502, Asha 503

Nokia is all set to launch the next variants after the Asha 501, at least that’s what @evleaks would like us to believe. He claims that the next Asha phones are codenamed Pegasus and Lanai, which would be launched as Asha 502 and Asha 503. This could very well be the 3G variant of the Asha 501 with slightly better features.



At the global launch of the Asha 501 in New Delhi in May, Nokia CEO Stephen Elop had told BGR India that Nokia was working on an 3G variant though he was reluctant to give any timeline. “This is the first in a family of Asha phones and a 3G model is coming. It was all about optimizing resources and getting the first product out as soon as possible,” Elop had then said. Probably, the launch is close.

The Asha 502 and Asha 503 could be those devices, with one of them being a dual-SIM variant while the other accommodating a single SIM. Earlier leaks have suggested that the 3G variant would also have a better 5-megapixel camera with flash. Nokia is also planning to bring its Music Store to the new Asha full-touch range.

However, the pricing that Nokia is able to achieve for the 3G variants considering anything above $100 will touch smartphone territory, including Nokia’s own Lumia 510 Windows Phone smartphone.

 

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iOS 7 to be launched on Sep 10

September 10 is the date we’re currently marking in the diaries for the iPhone 5S and 5C reveal, and that may have just been reinforced by a claim that we’ll see the release of iOS 7 that very same day.



According to an email sent to developers from Nuance, the company behind Siri, the general availability date for iOS 7 is set for September 10.

The Next Web contributing writer Owen Williams posted the below email from Nuance to his personal blog, it reads:

As you are probably aware, iOS 7 GA will be released on September 10th.
The NDEV Program has pre-qualified that SpeechKit 1.4.5 works properly on iOS 7, but we encourage you to conduct own testing to ensure that when the upgrade happens, your Nuance speech services continue to work seamlessly.

It asked developers using its API to conduct testing to ensure that their services work on iOS 7 even though its SpeechKit 1.4.5 is pre-qualified to work properly on iOS 7. Nuance is the voice recognition focused company which has also worked on Siri, Apple’s intelligent voice assistant.

Historically, Apple has released iOS Golden Master versions to developers on the same day as the announcement of new iPhones, giving developers time to test their apps with the final version of the new iOS before its release it to the general public a couple of days before the launch of the new iPhone.

 

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Images and spec of HTC One Max surfaced online

HTC One Max announcement should happen in September at IFA, around the same time Samsung is going to unveil the Galaxy Note III. It seems, though, that HTC is having some trouble keeping the device under wraps as yet another bit of info about it surfaced online today.



First we got to see some live pictures of the One Max, along with alleged specs. Then an unfinished official render popped up. We also saw the HTC One Max next to a Motorola XT882 as well as sized up next to an HTC One mini and a regular HTC One. The last of those also revealed that the One Max back might boast a fingerprint sensor.

Today, we get to learn some more specs of the HTC One Max. The new pieces of info detail the front camera, which should be 2.1MP (same as HTC One). According to the leak though the One Max will run on the latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and Sense UI 5.5.

We also received confirmation of some of the previously rumored specs - a 5.9" 1080p display, Snapdragon 800 chipset (quad-core 2.3GHz Krait 400 CPU, Adreno 330 GPU, 2GB RAM), a 4MP UltraPixel camera and Wi-Fi a/ac/b/g/n.
There is no word on the fingerprint scanner though nor is there indication of the One Max will pack a stylus.

Robert Downey Jr. is already working hard to promote the One Max and we are hoping HTC will really deliver a device to live up to all the hype. September is close, so it won't take long before we find out.

 

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Images of Blue HTC One Spotted online

A blue version of the HTC One is coming, and what was previously only a render is now a fully-fledged leaked device.



A version of the device in a sea-coloured hue was spotted on a subway train in China, and was uploaded to Mobile01, a smartphone-related forum. This confirms the previous leak by evleaks and a leaked casing of the handset in the same colour.

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Sony release the teaser of Sony Xperia Z1

The first teaser video of Sony Xperia Z1 also known as Honami has just been published by the Japanese maker. Unfortunately the video is a combination of all teaser pictures we've seen so far and gives us no new details.



Sony has already showed us the power key, the water-proof panels, the G-lens at the back, as well the slim profile which also revealed the announcement date - September 4. Yes, it's the same day Samsung will premiere the Galaxy Note III.

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Gionee launched P2 with 1.3GHz MT6572 chipset

Gionee India has launched the Gionee P2 a dual core cortex A7 handset clocked at 1.3GHz. This low budget handset comes powered by MT6572 chipset coupled with Mali 400 GPU. P2 is priced at Rs. 6,499.



Not only are the Gionee P2 specifications almost similar to the XOLO A500S handset, even the price is near about the same. The P2 is 11.15mm thick and supports dual SIM. It is powered by 1.3GHz dual core (MT6572 cortex A7) processor with Mali 400 GPU.

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Micromax Canvas Doodle 2 A240 Video Reviews

Micromax is all set to launch its new flagship smartphone the Micromax A240 Canvas Doodle 2, the phone is a revision of the original doodle which created a new pen/stylus+ phone category for the company. The new Micromax Canvas Doodle 2 has a Aluminum back with a unibody chassis and a matching two tip stylus.



The two major highlighting factors of the Micromax Canvas Doodle 2 are the 5.7 inch 1280 x 720p inch display and the cameras, a 12 MP out back and a 5 mp in the front. A few things users may not like are the non replaceable battery and the non expandable storage which is fixed at a 16 GB out of which 12.64 + 0.98 GB are user available. The Micromax Canvas Doodle 2 is powered by a 2800 mAh battery pack and runs the Mediatek 6589 Quad Core 1.2 GHz chipset with the PowerVR SGX544MP GPU, which might create a bit of stir.

The device fits beautifully in the hands and is really convenient to hold, the stylus is ergonomically for both tiny and large hands thanks to the oval-ish design which creates two differential holding points. The two tips on either side of the stylus also offer two levels of firmness which might be appreciated by artists and doodlers alike.

The Doodle 2 is fairly pocketable too, considering its size it actually fits quite well into pockets, this could also be due to the 9.3mm thickness vs the 10+ on the previous version (although the tapered edges help too.). In the box there is a usual mix up of things, a flat cable charging cable, a flat cable set of earphones + ear tips, the USB wall charger, a flip case that also converts into a stand and documentation.

When compared to the Galaxy Mega 5.8 by Samsung the Micromax Canvas Doodle 2 misses the MicroSD card Slot and also a customized UI that offers additional features, the Canvas Doodle 2 however has a higher resolution display a better build quality and bigger MP cameras .

Key Features Of Micromax Canvas Doodle 2 A240

• 12 Mp Primary Camera
• 5 Mp Secondary Camera
• 5.7-inch Capacitive Touchscreen
• Android V4.2 (jelly Bean) Os
• 1.2 Ghz Quad Core Processor
• Dual Sim (gsm + Gsm)

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XOLO launched Q1000S 1.5GHz quad core processor for Rs.18,999

The XOLO Q1000S with 1.5GHz quad core processor and with a slim and sleek look (6.98mm thick) shows up on the XOLO website. This slim handset will hit the stores soon, for Rs. 18,999.



The XOLO Q1000S comes powered by the MediaTek Turbo processor clocked at 1.5GHz coupled with PowerVR SGX 544 GPU. This is the hardware that many users are looking for. The OGS IPS screen is 5 inches with 1280×720 pixels resolution.

Internal storage is 16GB and RAM is 1GB. Android 4.2 Jelly Bean runs the show. MediaTek 1.5GHz + HD screen and 1GB RAM is the perfect recipe for now, hopefully it will be priced right. It is a powerful handset packed into a slim body – dimensions are 147×72.1×6.98 mm. Q1000S weight is 158 grams.

The spec on the XOLO website does not specifically mention if the handset is dual SIM or single SIM. The phone image also shows single SIM. There are dual cameras a font camera of 5MP resolution with BSI sensor and another 13MP on the rear with LED flash and BSI 2 sensor. Full HD recording and playback supported. Front camera with BSI sounds cool.

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There is accelerometer, proximity, magnetic and light sensors. Other features are 3G, Wi-Fi (b/g/n), Bluetooth 4.0, micro USB, GPS and 3.5 mm audio jack. Battery is of 2500 mAh capacity that can be fully charged in up to 4 hours and gives a talk time of a good 22 hours on 2G and up to 12 hours on 3G networks.

Price Rs. 18,999.

KEY FEATURES OF XOLO Q1000S

• 5-inch HD Capacitive Touchscreen


• 5 MP Secondary Camera


• Wi-Fi Enabled


• Android v4.2 (Jelly Bean) OS


• 13 MP Primary Camera


• Full HD Recording


• 1.5 GHz Quad Core Processor

 

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Micromax launched Canvas A76 Fun dual core with 5 inch screen

Micromax has now launched the Canvas Fun A76 handset with a 5 inch screen and powered by a dual core processor. The handset is already listed on some online stores. This handset is priced at Rs. 8499.



Micromax A76 also called the Canvas Fun supports dual SIM and runs on the Android 4.2 Jelly Bean OS. The handset is 10.55 mm thick. The 5 inch screen supports FWVGA resolution (854×480 pixels) with 16M colors.

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XOLO A500S Video Review

The XOLO A500S is upgraded version of XOLO A500. The A500S is powered by a dual core processor, supports dual SIM and sails on Android 4.2 with 512 MB RAM. This handset is priced at under Rs. 7,000.


This handset is available in different colors, blue, red, white and black. Only the black version is currently available in the market. Inside the box you will find the A500S, charger, battery of 1400 mAh capacity, earphone, data cable, warranty card and user guide.
The build quality is very good, handset is light weight at 122 grams and slim too with 9.31 mm thickness. The breadth is 63.37 mm and length is 125.16 mm. The XOLO A500S has got a unique premium look – check the video review.

Power button is placed on the right, volume rockers on the left, 3.5mm audio jack and micro USB ports on the top. The rear back cover is of matte finish with good grip.

 

KEY FEATURES OF XOLO A500S

• Android v4.2 (Jelly Bean) OS


• 5 MP Primary Camera


• 4-inch TFT Display with 233 ppi


• 0.3 MP Secondary Camera


• Slim Design - 9 mm in Thickness


• Dual SIM (3G + 2G)


• 1400 mAh Battery Capacity


• XOLO Secure - Anti theft App


• 1.2 GHz Dual Core CPU and Mali 400 MP GPU

 

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Newly leaked iPhone 5S photos show gold color white accents and dual-LED flash

Apple's security policies seem to have become very lax because more and more photos of the two incoming iPhones are leaking and they are starting to look more and more convincing. A new batch of gold iPhone 5S photos have emerged, this time from a more complete unit.


This Apple iPhone 5S has had its plastic panels on the back installed and they appear to be white – the lighting in the photo isn't great but the panels really don't look gold-colored.

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Nokia lunched Lumia 925 and Lumia 625 in India offically

After a long wait, Nokia has launched the Lumia 925 in India for Rs 33,499. Of course we had been expecting this for quite some time, and the phone had gone up for pre-order with online retailers. In addition to this, even the Lumia 625 has been launched in India for Rs 19,999. Even this smartphone went up for pre-order with e-retailers in the country.



It goes without saying that the Lumia 925 has been the most awaited Windows Phone for Indian customers for sometime especially since its official global unveil in May. The Lumia 925 marks a departure from the polycarbonate industrial design language that has become a signature trait of Nokia’s Windows Phone portfolio. Instead, for the first time the company has used an aluminium chassis in conjunction with a polycarbonate cap for the back. This has resulted in the thinnest Lumia smartphone which measures 8.5mm and is starkly lighter than the Lumia 920 at 139 grams.

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Nokia Lumia 925 Video Reviews

Nokia Lumia 925 Packing the best hardware into a beautiful, sleek body that will draw admiring glances, garnished with a plethora of features that make your head reel, worthy of being called truly smart, this flagship smartphone from Nokia, the Lumia 925, can easily be the best Windows phone to date.





With single GSM microSIM support, the phone comes armed with Windows Phone 8 operating system which is both extremely functional and intuitive with features like a kids’ corner, data sense to cut down on your usage wisely, easy back ups and a whole new start screen apart from NFC support as well.

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Nokia 6" phablet with 1080p display and powered by Snapdragon 800

The stars are slowly aligning for a 6" 1080p Nokia phablet with Snapdragon 800 power. The information is pretty circumstantial, but it's there – in a Bluetooth SIG filing and from data collected by AdDuplex.



AdDuplex collects stats on Windows Phone handsets and found in its logs a few unofficial Nokia devices like the RM-937, RM-927 and RM-940. RM-937 reported a scale factor (a measurement showing the relation between screen resolution and size) of 150, which is what 720p phones report. However, Nokia doesn’t have 720p devices, only WXGA (1280 x 768 instead of 1280 x 720).

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Images of HTC Zara with 4.5" display and Sense 5.5 leaks

An alleged press photo of the HTC Zara has leaked courtesy of evleaks, complete with a set of specifications that reveal the phone's mid-range nature.



According to the leak, the HTC Zara will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8930 chipset with two Krait CPU cores running at 1.2GHz, 1GB of RAM and an Adreno 305 GPU. Internal memory is just 8GB, but is expandable via the onboard microSD card slot.

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Google Nexus 5 said to be powered by Snapdragon 800

Although Google-owned Motorola may seem a logical OEM for manufacturing the next Nexus smartphone, a new report claims that LG will be the official manufacturer for a second year in a row.


Vietnamese site, Tinhte.vn has claimed that the next Nexus smartphone - called Nexus 5 - will be based on the recently launched flagship smartphone, the LG G2, though it obviously won't be an exact copy.

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Images of iPhone 5S and 5C photos leak from China

As the anticipated early fall announcement nears, the leaks of the iPhone 5C and iPhone 5S devices from Apple continue to pop up. The latest from China's variant of Twitter - Weibo - shows the two new models next to the iPhone 5.



The iPhone 5C(left) and iPhone 5S(center) next to the iPhone 5

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Intex launched iBuddy connect II tablet with 3G for Rs. 7490

After launching the Intex iBuddy connect 3G tab that is now selling for Rs. 9K, Intex had launched iBuddy connect II with 3G support and with a lower price tag of Rs. 7,490. This is a 7 inch tablet with dual core processor.

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Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro Video Reviews

The Galaxy has made a grand entry into the smartphone market, and with the Samsung I8552 - Galaxy Grand Quattro, it will definitely make some waves. The phone is a candy bar styled device with a Dual SIM capability. The GSM frequency device has a dual standby mode which is ideal for power saving measures. The phone comes with the basic office accessories like document viewer apps and a push-mail service.



The TFT Capacitive touch screen is 4.7 inches in size, making it quite a big screen. The multi-touch WVGA screen has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels. It runs on the latest Android V4.1.2 Jelly Bean OS. The phone sports a 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5 Quad Core processor. This is very useful for multi tasking and gaming along with the Adreno 203 graphics chip. The 5 MP primary camera is very well designed and is capable of high quality photography together with the photo editor, face recognition feature and touch focus. The secondary camera is a 0.3 MP front facing camera. The LED flash in the phone is capable of lighting up dark subjects in a photo. The device is also capable of recording videos at 30 fps.

The Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery is capable of keeping the device powered up for adequate periods of time. The phone comes with 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal memory which can be further enhanced to 32 GB with the help of microSD cards. The Galaxy Grand Quattro is capable of GPRS, EDGE, 3G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. It can also connect to the PC via a USB port. The WVGA Screen has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels which will render pictures and videos quite clearly. The phone also supports a few additional features like Video editing and voice input. The device supports a compass, accelerometer and a proximity sensor which will turn off the screen when you hold it to your ear during calls.

 

Key Features of SAMSUNG GALAXY GRAND QUATTRO I8552

• Android v4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) OS


• Dual Standby SIM (GSM + GSM)


• 1.2 GHz Quad Core Cortex-A5 Processor


• 0.3 MP Secondary Camera


• Expandable Storage Capacity of 32 GB


• 5 MP Primary Camera


• 4.7-inch TFT Capacitive Touchscreen


• Wi-Fi Enabled

 

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Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500

Breaking all the anticipation and waiting, Samsung is ready to redefine the smartphone experience with their new launch of Samsung Galaxy S4. Adding to the range of Galaxy series, Samsung Galaxy S4 is receiving glowing reviews from all corners. Samsung's next superphone has got a 5-inch Super AMOLED screen display and a superfast quad-core 1.9 GHz Snapdragon 600 processor.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 2 N7100 Video Review

The highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note 2 has finally made its way to the market. The phone comes in a bar form and is run on the impressively quick Android v4.1 (Jelly Bean) OS. The operating system is backed up by a powerful 1.6 GHz Quad Core Cortex A-9 processor which ensures that applications on the phone are run in a smooth manner.

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Samsung Galaxy S Duos S7562 Video Review

We all have two side to our lives, the professional and the personal. However, you can still manage your dual roles with one phone if that phone is the Samsung Galaxy S Duos S7562. Designed for the active lifestyle the dual SIM (GSM + GSM) Galaxy S Duos uses the Android v4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) OS that gives you unlimited features and functions. And to give you impeccable precision and speed the phone is powered by the 1 GHz Cortex-A5 processor with 768 MB RAM

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Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos I9082 Video Reviews

The Samsung Galaxy Grand I9082 is an upcoming phone that is slated for an early 2013 release in the Indian market. The Grand is a dual SIM phone that can support two separate GSM connections. Until recently, dual SIM phones were grossly underpowered and battery capacities on them were quite less. This is certainly not the case with the Samsung Galaxy Grand I9082. The dual SIM phone has a powerful battery that can power the phone for more than a day on normal continuous use. The Grand by Samsung is set to revolutionize the market for Dual SIM phones.

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Nokia Asha 501 Video Review

Nokia Asha 501 is designed to be compact in size and super smart in experience. The candy bar phone that is built to perform, runs on the seamless Asha operating system with Java support, and comes in bright bold colors that pep up your life.



The device supports two GSM micro SIM cards; with a SIM manager that can remember personalized settings for up to five different SIM cards and the Hot Swapping feature that enables you to change SIM cards without switching off the phone, the Asha 501 really lets you walk the walk.

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Videocon launched A24 smartphone for Rs 4,699

Videocon has launched a new budget smartphone called the A24. This pocket friendly smartphone running on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean is available on e-commerce sites and retail stores for Rs 4,699.

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Nokia tablet powered by Snapdragon 800 listed on GFXBench

We have already heard about a Nokia Windows RT tablet that reportedly got canned earlier this year. But that doesn’t seem to be the only tablet the Finnish company was working on and NokiaPowerUser has spotted a new Nokia Windows tablet (RX-114) listed on GFXBench.

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Samsung Galaxy Note III images leaks online

Samsung’s Galaxy Note III is expected to be unveiled on September 4 and as we inch closer to the date, we are seeing a number of photos and specifications surface online. Now, BGR Classic has spotted real-life photos of what is said to be a prototype of the Galaxy Note III.

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Xiaomi unveils Hongmi quad-core device

Xiaomi has announced the long rumored Red Rice smartphone. Its official name is Hongmi which is Chinese for... well, red rice.


Xiaomi Hongmi packs a 4.7-inch 720p IPS display with 312ppi density, protected by a Gorilla Glass 2. The Hongmi is powered by Mediatek's MT6589 chipset featuring a quad-core 1.5GHz Cortex-A7 processor, PowerVR SGX544 graphics and 1GB of RAM. Other notable features are the 4GB storage plus a microSD card slot, and a 2000 mAh battery.

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Karbonn A1 Star and A5 Star available for Rs 3,514 and Rs 4,890

Karbonn launched A1 Star and A5 Star After the A3 and the A4, Karbonn has discreetly launched another two budget smartphones— the A1 Star and the A5 Star. Both the Android smartphones were spotted on e-commerce sites for Rs 3,514 and Rs 4,890 respectively by FoneArena.

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Nokia Lumia 1020 first teardown gets internals revealed

Nokia and Windows Phone have certainly received their fair share of flak lately. Still, one can't help but marvel at the very impressive hardware package Nokia was able to squeeze into the modest frame of its latest Lumia 1020 flagship.

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