Android vs iOS, which mobile Operating System you should select when market is flooded with the range of Smartphones. Since smartphone market is ever evolving and new devices are introduced in the market frequently, most of people uses Android mobile Operating System due to cost efficiency for all but few of them chooses iOS mobile devices not because they are pricy but they offer seamless features in their iPhone devices.

These both mobile Operating Systems cover more than 98% segment in the market and power the majority of smartphones globally, each with its own set of strengths and weaknesses. Choosing between them depends upon the price, features they offer, and availability but it often comes down to personal preferences and specific needs.

In this comprehensive guide, I’ll explain the differences between Android and iOS mobile operating systems, will be comparing their key aspects to help you make an informed decision when plan to buy a Smartphone.

1. Introduction to Android and iOS

Before we go into the comparison, let’s get acquainted with both Android and iOS Mobile Operating Systems-

Android

Open-Source OS: Android is known for its open-source nature, which means anyone can customize and develop for it. This openness has led to a vast ecosystem of apps and a range of devices from different manufacturers.

Device Diversity: Android is available on a multitude of devices, catering to various budgets and preferences. From flagship smartphones to budget-friendly options, Android offers a wide selection.

Customization: Android users can personalize their devices extensively. They can change themes, install third-party launchers, and even tweak system settings.

iOS

Ecosystem Integration: iOS is the operating system exclusively designed for Apple devices. This tight integration ensures a seamless experience between Apple devices like the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch.

App Store Curation: Apple’s App Store is renowned for its strict app review process, which results in a curated selection of high-quality apps. It’s often considered a safer platform for app downloads.

Privacy and Security: iOS prioritizes user privacy and security, with features like Face ID, Touch ID, and Stringent app permission controls.

2. The Battle of User Interface Between Android And iOS

When it comes to user interface (UI) and user experience (UX), both Android and iOS have their unique approaches.

Android UI/UX

Customization: Android offers extensive customization options, allowing users to change wallpapers, themes, and even the default apps for various functions.

Widgets: Android’s widget system lets users place dynamic, interactive elements on their home screens for quick access to information.

Back Button: Android devices typically feature a dedicated back button, simplifying navigation.

iOS UI/UX

Consistency: iOS is known for its uniform design across all Apple devices, which ensures a consistent and polished look.

Control Center: iOS offers a Control Center for quick access to frequently used settings and apps.

Gesture-Based Navigation: Recent iOS devices rely on gestures for navigation, eliminating the need for physical buttons.

3. App Ecosystem Of Android And iOS Devices

Both Android and iOS boast extensive app ecosystems, but they differ in certain aspects.

Android Apps

Open Development: Android’s open nature means that anyone can design, develop and publish high performance Android apps, resulting in a vast number of apps available on the Google Play Store.

App Stores: Besides the official Google Play Store, Android users can explore alternative app stores, which can be a double-edged sword in terms of security.

iOS Apps

App Store Quality: The App Store’s rigorous review process ensures a higher quality of apps. Users can trust that apps on iOS are generally safe and well-maintained.

Exclusivity: Some apps and games are iOS-exclusive, offering a unique experience to Apple users.

4. Privacy and Security Between Android And iOS

In an era where data privacy is paramount, both Android and iOS take different approaches.

Android Devices

Customization vs. Security: Android’s openness allows for extensive customization but can pose security risks if users download apps from unofficial sources or don’t keep their devices updated.

Permission Controls: Android users can grant or deny specific permissions to apps, enhancing control over their data.

iOS Devices

Privacy-Focused: iOS prioritizes user privacy with features like App Tracking Transparency, which requires apps to request permission to track user data.

App Sandbox: iOS apps run in a sandboxed environment, limiting their access to sensitive device functions and data.

5. Integration and Ecosystem Of Android And iOS

Here’s where the battle between Android and iOS becomes more pronounced.

Android Integration

Google Services: Android seamlessly integrates with Google services like Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Photos.

Cross-Platform: Android offers good integration with Windows and other non-Apple platforms.

iOS Integration

Apple Ecosystem: iOS devices work seamlessly with other Apple products, enhancing productivity and convenience.

iCloud: iCloud ensures that your data is synchronized across all your Apple devices whether you are using iPhone, iPad, or MacBook.

6. Updates and Longevity Of Android And iOS

Both Android and iOS receive regular updates, but the way they’re delivered has some differences.

Android Updates

Device Dependence: Android updates depend on manufacturers and carriers, leading to delayed or fragmented updates for some devices.

Longevity: Flagship Android devices typically receive updates for about three years, while budget devices might get fewer updates.

iOS Updates

Timely Updates: iOS updates are available to all supported devices simultaneously, providing the latest features and security patches.

Longevity: Apple supports its devices for a more extended period, often exceeding five years.

Conclusion

The battle between Android vs iOS continues and it is a matter of personal preference and specific needs. Android offers diversity, customization, and openness, while iOS excels in terms of security, privacy, and seamless integration within the Apple ecosystem. So in Android vs iOS collation & comparison, your choice should be dependent on what you value most in a mobile Operating System and your budget ultimately because iOS enabled devices such as iPhone, iPad, MacBook, or any other Apple devices are comparatively more expensive than the Android devices.

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Hong Kong-based mobile brand, iVOOMi, has launched iVOOMi iPro in Indian market to expand its product portfolio at a price tag of just INR 3,999. The smartphone is said to be India’s first FullView (18:9) smartphone which is Flipkart exclusive available from today i.e. September 20.

On this smartphone purchase, Reliance Jio customers will receive a cashback of INR 2,200 on the smartphone purchase which will be credited after recharge with INR 198 or INR 299 prepaid pack.

Key Specifications of iVOOMi iPro

1. iVOOMi iPro features a 4.95 inch FWVGA+ Full View display with 18:9 screen ratio, Shatterproof
2. Powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core MTK 6737 processor
3. Android Oreo 8.1 (Go edition) on top of Smart Me OS 3.0, GPU-Mali-T720
4. 1 GB RAM paired with 8 GB internal storage (expanded up to 128GB using the micro SD card)
5. 5-megapixel selfie camera at the front and a 5-megapixel rear camera with soft flash
6. Smartphone comes with facial recognition technology
7. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, USB OTG, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India)
8. Proximity sensor and gravity sensor are the sensors available on the device
9. Backed by a 2000 mAh battery and Dual SIM
10. Platinum Gold, Indie Blue and Matte Red color option/variants
11. Supports multiple audio formats, such as AAC, AMR, mp3 and WAV

Ashwin Bhandari, CEO, iVOOMi India, said on the launch of the smartphone, “After due diligence, and an extensive research, we realized that there is an ever-growing demand for entry level smartphones in the country. iVOOMi iPro has been designed keeping in mind the aspirations of a typical smartphone buyer in India who wants to own the best of technology without burning a hole in his pocket. This includes users who are switching from feature phones to smartphones but have a budget constraint. Bringing latest technology at the most competitive prices has been the core vision of the company. With this, we also decided to bring back our much-adored Shatterproof Display coupled with the in-demand AR Emoji.”

Ayyappan Rajagopal, Senior Director – Mobiles, Flipkart, said, “We at Flipkart are excited to have the latest Android Go phone iPro from iVOOMi on our platform. This is a wonderful addition to our suite of products in the sub 10K segment and has truly democratized technology for the masses. This is in line with our overall objective of ensuring everyone in India has access to great smartphone technology at every price point.”

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Samsung Electronics Co. and Internet giant Google Inc. are working together to offer improved messaging experiences to allow users to engage in group chats and video calls and transfer large files without the need for additional apps. The move comes at a time when many people are opting to use popular messaging apps, such as WhatsApp and WeChat instead of traditional SMS messaging.

As per the reports and Samsung mobile press release, in this collaboration, Android Messages and Samsung Messages will work together seamlessly, and it will boost coverage of Rich Communication Services (RCS), an upgrade to the SMS messaging system.

The South Korean tech giant said it would work to bring RCS features to existing mobile phones beginning with the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. It also said its new Galaxy smartphones will natively support RCS messaging, starting with those on a set of carriers that have or will soon launch RCS.

“By furthering our robust partnership with Google, we will bring a richer messaging experience to our customers, letting them seamlessly chat with their friends and family across messaging platforms,” Patrick Chomet, Executive Vice President at Samsung’s Mobile Communications Business, said in comments posted on the website of Samsung Mobile Press on Wednesday.

“This collaboration will help further the industry’s momentum toward advanced messaging and global RCS coverage.”

Anil Sabharwal, Vice President for Communications Products and Photos at Google, said, “Our partnership will further advance our shared vision of a substantially improved messaging experience on Android for users, brands and the broader Android ecosystem.”

What is Rich Communication Services (RCS)

Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging is the next evolution of SMS Text Messaging (sendmode[dot]com/what-is-rcs-messaging). With Google announcing the expansion of its RCS and the rolling out an Early Access Program for the service and Android Messages application will replace the current native messaging app for android – which will be powered by the Jibe RCS Cloud. Rich Communication Services is the communication between mobile carriers and between phone and carrier. It is aiming to replacing SMS messaging with a text-message system that is richer and more interactive to the user. Similar to Apples iMessage system, RCS will offer group chat, high-resolution photo sharing, read receipts etc.

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TeamViewer announced the availability of its ‘Tensor‘ enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform in India for secure remote access, support, control and collaboration.

Teamviewer is a global software provider for IoT, connectivity, monitoring, support and team collaboration

Built on TeamViewer’s industry-leading infrastructure and software, Tensor introduces a set of new enterprise-class functionalities including comprehensive reporting logs, advanced authentication management as well as mass deployment capabilities, the company said in a statement.

On this launch, Oliver Steil, CEO of TeamViewer said, “TeamViewer Tensor leverages our leadership in remote connectivity for the global enterprise workspace.”

The platform leverages TeamViewer’s global access network of more than 1,000 routers to offer swift performance and large-scale deployments that can be up and running in minutes with zero hardware costs.

On this launch, Konstantin Ebert, Vice President Sales APAC said, “We’re excited to bring TeamViewer Tensor to our corporate users in India. In addition to maximum security and flexibility, it offers the added benefits for single sign in and integration with many of the platforms that large companies use here.”

TeamViewer Tensor caters to the distinct regulatory environment and specific requirements of large corporations for connecting their global workforce. The platform introduces a set of new enterprise-class functionalities including comprehensive reporting logs, advanced authentication management as well as mass deployment capabilities. It is a cloud-based offering, TeamViewer Tensor taps into rising enterprise demand for SaaS solutions that feature maximum security and greater flexibility compared to on-premises server installations.

Features & Capabilities of TeamViewer Tensor

1. Auditability: It allows companies to opt in and out any time to collect a log of all relevant actions (who, what, when, where) during remote control sessions and for activities performed at the management console level with reports only visible to authorized users.
2. Integration: It can easily be integrated with many of the platforms such as Microsoft Intune, Dynamics 365 and Active Directory, MobileIron, Amazon WorkSpaces, Zendesk, ServiceNow, Atlassian Jira, Freshworks, Freshdesk, IBM MaaS360, Salesforce, Ninja and more.
3. Manageability: It connects PC to PC, mobile to PC, PC to mobile, and even mobile to mobile running on Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, iOS, Android, Universal Windows Platform and BlackBerry.
4. Scalability: It can easily be scaled to a large number of devices (Windows and Mac) using standard software deployment solutions.
5. Security: It works with Identity providers using SAML 2.0 to better manage, centralize, secure and control account logins. It offers Single-Sign-On (SSO) for more efficient user authentication.

One can Download Teamviewer free and try Teamviewer Tensor for 15 days from its official site.

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South Korean phone manufacturer LG has launched budget smartphone with fingerprint scanner LG Q7, the successor to the LG Q6, in India under the price tag of INR 15,990 which will be available in retail outlets from September 1. LG also launched two other models – LG Q7+ and LG Q7α globally.

The smartphone launched in Aurora Black and Moroccan Blue colour variants.

LG Q7 features 5.5-inch FullVision Display, 18:9 screen aspect ratio, Android 8.1 Oreo OS which runs on Mediatek MT6750S processor supported by the Mali-T860MP2 GPU.

It has a 3000mAh battery backed by Qualcomm QuickCharge 3.0 with 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage which is expandable up to 512GB via microSD support, provided through a dedicated card slot.

The smartphone offers audio support via DTS: X Surround Sound, it also comes with active noise cancellation, that is taken care by a dedicated mic.

It has a fingerprint sensor at the back and IP68 certification that makes the device dust/waterproof.

As for as camera is concerned, Q7 comes with a 13MP rear camera, with f/2.2 aperture and PDAF. This supports LED flash, and comes with panorama and HDR modes, as well as 1080p video recording at 30fps. It also has an 8MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture.

Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2LE, GPS/A-GPS GLONASS, FM radio support, a microUSB 2.0 port, a type-C USB 1.0 reversible connector, and USB On-The-Go. Besides the fingerprint scanner, LG Q7 comes with sensors like accelerometer, gyro, proximity, and compass.

LG Q7 Key specifications

• 5.5-inch FHD+ display
• 1.5GHz Octa-Core processor
• 3GB RAM, 32GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 2TB with microSD
• Android 8.1 Oreo
• 13MP rear camera with LED Flash,
• 5MP front-facing camera, wide-angle lens
• Weight: 145g
• 4G LTE, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, USB OTG
• 3,000mAh battery with fast charging

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Global mobile leader, Samsung, opened the pre-booking for its flagship smartphone in India,  on Thursday Samsung launched it in New York-USA. The pre-booking of this handset can be done via Samsung’s official eShop.

It has launched the 2 variants of this handset as below-

1. Note 9 – 128GB & 6 GB RAM variant priced at INR 67,900
2. Note 9 – 512GB & 8 GB RAM variant priced at INR 84,900

The handsets are available in midnight black, ocean blue and metallic copper color variants.

Consumers pre-booking the Galaxy Note 9 will also get a chance to own a Samsung Gear Sport smartwatch for INR 4,999 which costs around INR 22,990 in India.

As per Samsung, “The Galaxy Note9 is the phone powerful enough to keep up with you. The all new S Pen now boasts powerful Bluetooth technology while our largest Infinity Display plus all day battery life makes this the ultimate productivity device.”

Samsung is also offering cash-back of INR 6000/- on purchasing through HDFC credit card and offering no cost EMI starting from INR 7543.80/month on leading Credit cards and Bajaj Finserv.

On exchange of an old device for the Galaxy Note 9 via the Samsung Upgrade Program, consumers can get a bonus of INR 6,000 over the exchange value of their phones.

Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Specifications

The smartphone comes with a 6.4-inch QHD+ Super AMOLED ‘Infinity Display’ with a resolution of 2960 x 1440. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. The Note 9 is available in two RAM variants of 6GB and 8GB and two storage variants of 128GB and 512GB, which can be further expanded to 1TB of storage via a MicroSD card.

On the photography front, the Note 9 comes with 12MP+12MP dual-rear camera setup. Both rear cameras feature optical image stabilization. For clicking selfies, it has an 8MP front facing camera.

The phone runs Android Oreo 8.0 with Samsung’s own custom UI running on top. There’s no word on when the Note 9 will receive the Android Pie Update.

Other key features of the smartphone include wireless charging and IP68 certification for water and dust resistance. Connectivity options include USB Type-C, NFC, 3.5mm audio port, Bluetooth 5.0 ad 4G LTE and Wi-Fi.

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Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has already launched Redmi Y2 in an event held in Delhi, India. The two variants of the smartphone are going to start selling in India starting from the 12th of June exclusively in Amazon India and Mi Online Store India.

ICICI bank cards are offering Rs. 500 instant discount as well as Airtel offering Rs. 1800 instant cashback and up to 240 GB of data absolutely free.

Mi Y2 Price in India

1. Rs. 9,999 for the 32GB storage variant, 3 GB RAM
2. Rs. 12,999 for the 64GB storage variant, 4 GB RAM

Mi Y2 Specifications, Features

• Display – 5.99-inch IPS LCD with HD resolution
• Primary Camera – 12MP + 5MP, phase-detection auto focus, dual-tone dual-LED flash, Full HD video recording
• Secondary Camera – 16MP, LED flash, HDR, Full HD video recording
• Processor – Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
• RAM – Available in 3GB and 4GB option
• Storage – Available in 32GB and 64GB option
• Operating System – Android 8.1 Oreo, MIUI 9.5 customization
• Battery – 3080mAh
• Connectivity – Dual-SIM, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.2, Infrared port, GPS, 3.5mm audio jack, microUSB port
• Security – Fingerprint scanner, face unlock

Xiaomi’s Redmi Y2 comes with 5.99-inch 1440 x 720 HD+ resolution display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. It is an IPS LCD screen. The performance of the smartphone will come with from the 14nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 SoC.

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South Korean multinational conglomerate Samsung, has come up with the latest budget smartphone. The smartphone has been launched with a starting price of Rs 9,990 in India. The phone is part of Samsung’s Make for India initiative, and brings features like Adaptive Wi-Fi, Advanced Memory Management, App Pair, and Samsung Mall.

Samsung has launched the Galaxy J4 in two variants in India – 2GB RAM/ 16GB inbuilt storage, and 3GB RAM/ 32GB inbuilt storage.

The smartphone does not sport an Infinity Display with a 18.5:9 aspect ratio, unlike the recently launched Galaxy J6 and Galaxy A6 series in India. However, it comes with Android Oreo, a Super AMOLED display, and an LED selfie flash.

Samsung Galaxy J4 price

1. Rs. 9,990 for the 2GB RAM/ 16GB inbuilt storage variant
2. Rs. 11,990 for the 3GB RAM/ 32GB inbuilt storage variant.

Samsung Galaxy J4 Specifications

1. 5.5-inch HD (720×1280 pixels) super AMOLED display technology to deliver a vivid and colorful viewing experience
2. Android Oreo 8.0 out-of-the-box
3. Colors: blue, black and gold
4. Dual-SIM (Micro)
5. Processor – Quad-core Exynos 7570 SoC, paired with 2GB or 3GB of RAM
6. 13-megapixel rear camera sensor with an LED flash and support for full-HD (1080p) video recording
7. 5-megapixel selfie sensor with LED selfie flash
8. 16GB or 32GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD card (up to 256GB)
9. 3000mAh battery with a claimed battery life of up to 20 hours
10. Connectivity – 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.2, GPS/ A-GPS, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a Micro-USB port
11. Weighs 175 grams

On this launch, Sumit Walia, Director, Mobile Business, Samsung India said, “With 60 million plus devices sold and counting, Galaxy J series is India’s most popular smartphone series owing to the millennial focused meaningful innovation.”

He further added, “It comes packed with a host of new innovations like Advanced Memory Management, adjustable front LED Flash and Samsung Mall that makes it perfect for millennials.”

Also refer – A6+, A6, J8 And J6 With AI Camera, Infinity Display

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Samsung Mobile India launched four smartphones in its Galaxy A and Galaxy J series which all features Samsung’s flagship ‘Infinity Display’ offering an almost bezel-less-like feel with 18:5:9 aspect ratio.

The all four new smartphones also run on Android Oreo operating system. While the all-new Samsung Galaxy A6+ and A6 feature a metal unibody design, the Galaxy J8 and J6 come with a polycarbonate body.

Samsung Galaxy A6+ and A6 specifications

Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6+ feature a similar spec-sheet with differences in processor, display size, battery and rear camera. The Galaxy A6+ is powered by a Snapdragon 450 processor while the A6 is powered by an Exynos 7870 SoC.

The smaller Galaxy A6 comes with a 5.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display with 18:5:9 aspect ratio, the Galaxy A6+ has a 6-inch display with the same resolution.

The Galaxy A6 comes with a 16MP rear camera with f/1.7 aperture while the bigger A6+ has a dual-lens setup with a 16MP primary sensor with f/1.7 aperture and a 5MP secondary sensor with f/1.9 aperture.

There is a 16MP front camera on the A6 while the Galaxy A6+ has a 24MP selfie camera.

The smaller Galaxy A6 is powered by a 3,000mAh battery while the Galaxy A6+ has a 3,500mAh battery.

Both the smartphones have 4GB of RAM. The Galaxy A6 comes in 32GB and 64GB internal storage options. There is support for microSD cards of up to 256GB.

The main feature on both the phones in their Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered camera module.

Samsung Galaxy J8 and J6 specifications

The Galaxy J8 is powered by a Snapdragon 450 processor while the smaller Galaxy J6 features an Exynos 7870 processor. While the smaller J6 comes with a 5.6-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity Display with 18:5:9 aspect ratio, the Galaxy J8 has a 6-inch display with the same resolution.

The Galaxy J6 comes with a 13MP rear camera with f/1.9 aperture while the bigger J8 has a dual-lens setup with a 16MP primary sensor with f/1.7 aperture and a 5MP secondary sensor with f/1.9 aperture.

There is an 8MP front camera on the J6 while the Galaxy J8 has a 16MP selfie camera.

The smaller Galaxy J6 is be powered by a 3,000mAh battery while the Galaxy J8 has a 3,500mAh battery.

The Galaxy J8 has 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage that can be expanded to up to 256GB. On the other hand, the Galaxy J6 comes in two variants, Galaxy J6 with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage and 4G RAM and 64GB storage version.

There is support for microSD card of up to 256GB on both.

Samsung Galaxy A6+, A6, J8, J6 prices and availability

1. Samsung Galaxy A6+ – priced at Rs 25,990
2. Smasung Galaxy A6 – comes in two storage variants (both with 4GB RAM) – 32GB storage at Rs 21,990 and 64GB storage costs Rs 22,990
3. Galaxy J8 – costs Rs 18,990
4. Samsung Galaxy J6 comes in two RAM and storage variant, Galaxy J6 with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage costs Rs 13,990 while the 4G RAM and 64GB storage version is priced at Rs 16,490

The Samsung Galaxy J6, A6 and A6+ will be available across retail stores and Samsung eshop website from May 22. The Galaxy J6 will also be available on Flipkart while the Galaxy A6 and A6+ will also be available on Amazon starting May 22. The Galaxy J8 will be available from July 2018. The devices will also be available on PayTM Mall. All the four devices will be available in Blue, Black and Gold color options.

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Oppo has launched Realme 1 smartphone, an Oppo’s sub-brand called Realme, which is said to give ‘real products at real price‘ in India. According to the company, the handset is a #makeinIndia concept.

Price of the Realme 1

1. 3GB RAM version at Rs 8,990
2. 6GB RAM version at Rs 13,990
3. 4GB+64GB version will be priced at Rs 10,990 (expected to be launched in June)

As of now, the Realme 1 comes in Solar Red and Diamond Black colour options. There will be a Moonlight Silver variant also that will be coming in June. The smartphone will compete against the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro and Honor 7X.

Beginning of sale

The handset will go on sale by May 25 at 12 noon on Amazon India website. Buyers will get Reliance Jio benefits of up to Rs 4,850. There will be added 5% cashback offers for SBI card holders.

Specifications of the Realme 1

1. Features a 6-inch full HD+ screen 2160X1080p resolution with 84.75% screen-to-body ratio
2. Features the diamond cut design on the back
3. Made of 12-layer of nanotech giving it a bright and polished frame
4. Powered by MediaTek’s 12nm octa-core Helio P60 processor, which is claimed to improve the speed by 50% and also assist in temperature controlling of the device
5. Storage versions — 3GB+32GB variant and 6GB+128GB internal storage
6. Android Oreo 8.1 based on Oppo’s Colour OS
7. 3410 mAh battery with AI support that is said to help the device’s performances by analyzing the users’ usage pattern
8. 13 MP rear camera and an 8 MP front facing camera. The cameras are capable of supporting AR stickers within the app and offer Bokeh and Vivid mode
9. Equipped with Oppo’s AI Beauty 2.0 Technology, which is said to recognize 296 facial spots in the users’ face to enhance selfies
10. Device is capable to endure extreme weather conditions viz. -15 degrees to 55-degree Celsius, both for a period of up to 7 days

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Chinese smartphone maker, Xiaomi, is all set to launch a new smartphone for the Indian and Chinese market in its Redmi series of budget Android smartphones the Redmi S2.

Redmi S2 will be launched today in China and later on in coming days it will be launched in India as well though there is no official word from Xiaomi about the India launch of the Redmi S2.

Redmi S2 Price

1. 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage is expected to be priced at CNY 1,000, which roughly translates to Rs 10,500
2. 3GB RAM + 32GB storage is expected to cost under Rs 12,000
3. 4GB RAM and 64GB storage version – no price specifications found anywhere but expected to be priced under Rs 15,000

Redmi S2 Specifications

As per Chinese certification agency TENAA and the Chinese e-commerce major AliExpress-

1. 5.99-inch HD+ display with 18:9 aspect ratio
2. Resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels
3. Android 8.1 Oreo-powered MIUI 9 interface
4. Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor and Adreno 506 GPU
5. 16MP front camera with portrait mode
6. Dual-lens camera setup with a 12MP primary sensor and a 5MP secondary sensor as the rear camera
7. 3,080 mAh battery
8. Weigh 170 grams
9. Rose Gold, Pink, Red, White, Black and Silver color options

Xiaomi India’s Mi Home Experience Store in Delhi

In an expansion drive and to lure customers for its future products, Xiaomi India has opened its Mi Home Experience Stores. After launching one in Chennai and Mumbai each, the company has launched one in Delhi as well.

The aim to open these Home Experience Stores to displays a variety of smart products available in the international market along with the offerings launched in the country to the customers.

These Home Experience store displays smartphones, TV, router and accessories along with Mi Laptops, Mi Cycle, Mi Robot, Mi Home Thermostat Electric Kettle, Mi Electric Scooter, Mi Rice Cooker, Mi Smart Shoes, Ninebot Mini, and many others.

Such stores help Xiaomi to get the feedback from the customers that again helps the company to understand consumer interest and plan future launches accordingly.

Manu Jain, Vice President, Xiaomi and Managing Director, Xiaomi India, says, “We are delighted to open the first experience store for all our Mi Fans in the national capital of New Delhi. Mi Home Experience Store is an opportunity for us to provide our Mi Fans with the best that we have to offer and in return gain their valuable feedback to continue to delight them with our offerings. We have always given a lot of significance to the feedback that we have received from our users and this is another step towards that direction.”

Apart from the Home Experience stores in Chennai, Mumbai and Delhi, the company has offline presence through 36 Mi Home stores across India and it is planning to open 100 Mi Home stores in 2018.

Most recently, Xiaomi has launched internet-based services Mi Music and Mi Video in India as the pre-installed audio and video apps respectively.

Recently, smartphone maker Xiaomi announced 3 smartphone manufacturing plants in India and also to invest 6000 to 7000 crores in 100 Indian startups in next 5 years.

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As we have already covered the features of new Android P, the next version of Google’s OS in our previous article and the released features are more or less the same.

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are the most important announcements made at Google I/O 2018 keynote presentation, and Google Assistant is ready to play an even more central role in Google’s ecosystem than it already has over the past few years. Apart from this, Google also unveiled newly updated version of Android P, which is available to developers (and anyone else who wants to install it on his or her Pixel phone).

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At the event, the search giant launched many features across products including Google Compose, which helps in writing emails faster, new Google News app with AI, Android P and more.

With the Android P Beta, Google aims to make Android smarter and easier to use than ever. Android P has machine learning at its core and will help the smartphone learn and adapt as per the usage.

Android P Updates

1. Google has partnered with Deep Mind, the world leader in artificial intelligence, to build Adaptive Battery for Android P.
2. The new App Actions feature – to help the user to get to the next tasks by quickly predicting what they might want to do next. Actions will show up in different places such as the Launcher, Smart Text Selection, the Play Store, the Google Search app and the Assistant. For instance, just as the user connects the headphone jack, the phone will perform an action to resume playing the favorite playlist
3. Slices – available only through Google Search. This feature will show results in slightly larger interactive snippets
4. Look and feel by introducing a new navigation system
5. New and improved Dashboard – shows how the user is spending time on the device including time spent in apps, number of times the phone has been unlocked and more
6. App Timer allows user to set time limits on apps
7. New Do Not Disturb mode that not only silences the phone calls and notifications, but also all the visual interruptions that pop up on your screen
8. ML Kit – a new set of cross-platform APIs available through Firebase which offers developers on-device APIs for text recognition, face detection, image labeling and more
9. A nutrition tracker –  can easily deploy our text recognition model to scan nutritional information and ML Kit’s custom model APIs to automatically classify over 200 different foods with your phone’s camera

The Android P Beta is available in Google Pixel devices, and will be available on a select few partner devices including

• Pixel 2 / Pixel 2 XL
• Pixel / Pixel XL
• Essential Phone PH1
• Sony Xperia XZ2
• OnePlus 6 (coming soon)
• Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S
• Nokia 7 Plus
• Oppo R15 Pro
• Vivo X21

How to install Android P Beta on your smartphones?

1. Go to android.com/beta
2. Sign up for Android P (users need to sign up with the same Google account  that they have signed in on their smartphone)
3. Accept Android Beta Program Terms of Service and share the feedback about Android P with the company from your device and by joining the Android Beta Program Google+ community
4. After you register, you’ll get a notification on your device about a system update being available. That’s Android P

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Smartphones now a days equipped with all the features, software and applications which are in-built, pre-installed and if needed then there are thousands of applications for different purposes which can be downloaded as per the need of the users so calling Smartphones a mini-computer is not an exaggeration. Many of us do most of our work on this gadget. The smartphones’ growing processing power like 6GB RAM, 2TB storage (expandable though), hecta-core processors and more too are turning them into an actual powerhouses.

We’ve listed some of the best smartphones based on price, performance and top-notch specifications available in the Indian market and they are as below-

iPhone X Price and Specifications

INR 1,02,000/- is the price tag, this smartphone is the tenth-anniversary iPhone of Apple. Features include FaceID and a brand new design, sans the home screen. The smartphone comes with Super Retina edge-to-edge display. It has 458 ppi (resolution of 2,436 x 1,125 pixels), the highest pixel density in an iPhone ever. Larger than the all-new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X comes with a 5.8-inch OLED screen.

iPhone X is also the first time iPhone to sport an OLED display. The HDR display supports Dolby Vision and HDR10. iPhone X comes with an all-glass front and back. It features what Apple claims is “the most durable glass ever in a smartphone in silver or space gray, while a highly polished, surgical-grade stainless steel band seamlessly wraps around and reinforces iPhone X. A seven-layer color process allows for precise color hues and opacity on the glass finish, and a reflective optical layer enhances the rich colors, making the design as elegant as it is durable, while maintaining water and dust resistance.”

The smartphone is powered by the company’s A11 Bionic chip, also equipped with . It features a dual 12-megapixel rear camera system with dual optical image stabilization. The smartphone comes in two storage variants — 64GB and 256GB.

SAMSUNG S9 Price and Specifications

INR 65,900/- is the price tag, Samsung Galaxy S9 is a flagship product of Samsung for the year 2018, which sports a 5.8-inch Quad HD + Curved Super-AMOLED display. The smartphone sports the same Infinity Edge display, which the company introduced in the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ devices.

It has its own Exynos 9810 processor and runs Android 8.0 Oreo operating system topped with the TouchWiz UI of the company. The Samsung Galaxy S9 comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB, and 256GB of storage options. Samsung Galaxy S9 Super equipped with Speed Dual Pixel 12MP AF sensor with OIS (F1.5/F2.4) and an 8MP front camera for selfies. The Samsung Galaxy S9 is backed by a 3000mAh battery.

ONEPLUS 5T Price and Specifications

INR 32,999/- is the price tag, OnePlus 5T runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat could be upgraded to Android 8.0 Oreo, which sports a 6.01-inch full HD+ (1080×2160 pixels) Optic Amoled display with a pixel density of 401ppi and 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

It is powered by the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, the processor is coupled with Adreno 540 GPU.

OnePlus 5T boasts a 16MP Sony IMX398 sensor along with f/1.7 aperture. The secondary rear camera comes with a 20MP Sony IMX376K camera sensor with f/1.7 aperture and dual LED flash. At the front there is a 16MP Sony IMX 371 sensor with f/2.0 aperture. A 3300mAh battery along with the support for Dash charging tech gives the smartphone an extra edge. The smartphone also features Face unlock security tech, which is said to unlock the device in 0.4 seconds.

LG G6 Price and Specifications

INR 29,990/- is the price tag, LG G6 is equipped with a stunning DolbyVision-compliant display that has a unique 18:9 aspect ratio, LG G6 makes watching HDR video content a feast for the eyes. Delivering processing muscle to the smartphone is a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 SoC, augmented by 4GB of RAM. G6 has a dual rear camera setup with two 13MP sensors having f/1.8 and f/2.4 apertures, as well as a dual-LED flash. 3,300mAh non-removable battery with Quick Charge 3.0 support makes it a phenomenal smartphone. Major connectivity options offered by the LG G6 include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, DLNA, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, GLONASS and of course, USB Type-C.

XIAOMI REDMI 4 Price and Specifications

INR 10,999/- is the price tag, Xiaomi Redmi 4 is among the best budget smartphone. The Xiaomi Redmi 4 has a 5-inch HD display of 720×1280 pixel resolution. The 2.5D curved glass design helps improves the overall appearance of the smartphone. The smartphone is powered by 1.4GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor. There was no heating issue or lag during multitasking and playing games. Xiaomi Redmi 4 is backed by a 4,100mAh battery with the 13MP rear camera & LED flash and a 5MP front-facing shooter for selfies. The camera app itself is pretty simple to use and comes with various shooting modes such as Panorama, Manual, Tilt-shift and more. Xiaomi Redmi 4 smartphone comes with an IR blaster and offers all the major connectivity options.

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Samsung has launched its latest budget smartphone Samsung Galaxy J7 Duo in India at price of Rs 16,990.

From tomorrow onwards, it will be available across retail stores.

This budget smartphone comes with dual rear camera setup with 13 MP and 5 MP rear camera with f/1.9 aperture and LED flash. The smartphone will come with a Super AMOLED display and 8 MP front selfie shooter.

The Samsung Galaxy J7 Duo features a 5.5-inch HD Super AMOLED 2.5D curved glass display with 720×1280 pixel resolution and powered by 1.6GHz octa-core processor which runs on Android 8.0 Oreo operating system.

The smartphone comes with 4 GB of RAM and 32 GB internal storage which can be expanded further by adding a microSD card.

The smartphone sports a removable back panel and a physical home button which also doubles up as a fingerprint sensor. The smartphone will also come with a dedicated hardware button for company’s own Digital Assistant – Bixby.

The Samsung Galaxy J7 Duo is backed by a 3000mAh battery and offers 4G, VoLTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS as connectivity options.

Mohandeep Singh, senior vice president, Mobile Business, Samsung India, said, “With Galaxy J7 Duo, we are attempting to drive next level innovation in the J series that rules the hearts of Indian consumers. The introduction of dual camera in Galaxy J shows that we listen to our consumers and bring meaningful innovations that help enhance their lives. The superior specifications along with other innovative camera features in Galaxy J7 Duo will further consolidate our leadership position.”

Recently, the South Korean consumer electronics giant launched the limited-edition Burgundy Red colour variant of its last year’s flagship smartphone in India. The Burgundy Red edition of Samsung Galaxy S8 will be available for sale from April 13 onwards. The Burgundy Red edition of Galaxy S8 is priced at Rs 49,990.

Most recently, HMD Global launched its budget phones Nokia 6 and Nokia 7 Plus, and higher end phone Nokia 8 Sirocco.

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Google has today launched its smart speakers range. Google Home, Home Mini smart speakers were launched in India on an event in New Delhi. The Google Home and Google Home Mini will be available to buy online in the country exclusively via Flipkart, and will also be made available via offline stores such as Reliance Digital, Croma, Bajaj Electronics, Vijay Sales, Sangeetha, and Poorvika.

These speakers will support Google Play Music, YouTube, Netflix, Saavn, and Gaana. Hindi support will be added to Google Home speakers later this year.

The Google Home price in India is Rs. 9,999, a price that sees it compete directly with the Amazon Echo smart speaker – powered by the Alexa voice-based virtual assistant – in the country. Google Home will come in a Chalk fabric base, and Coral will come soon. The Amazon Echo is also priced at Rs. 9,999.

Likewise, the Google Home Mini competes with Amazon Echo Dot, and set at a price of Rs. 4,499 – same as the Echo Dot. Google Home Mini is available in Chalk and Charcoal fabric colors.

Google Home specifications

• Pre-installed with 6 Months Free Gaana, Saavn & Google Play Music Subscription
• Far-field Voice Recognition Supports Hands-free Use
• High Excursion Speaker with 2 inch Driver + Dual 2 inch Passive Radiators Delivers Clear Highs and Rich Bass
• For Android 4.4 or Higher, iOS 9.1 or Higher
• Power Requirement: 16.5 V
• W x H: 9.63 cm x 14.28 cm
• Weight: 477 g
• Power Requirement – 16.5 V
• Functions – Search Google, Get a Personalized Daily Briefing, Check Traffic, Add Items to Calendar, Make a Shopping List, Make a to Do List, Check Flight Status, Track a Package, Alarm
• Network connectivity – Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz / 5 Ghz))
• Supported Audio Formats – HE-AAC, LC-AAC+, MP3, Vorbis, WAV (LPCM), FLAC

Google Home Mini specifications

• Pre-installed with 6 Months Free Gaana, Saavn & Google Play Music Subscription
• Far-field Voice Recognition Supports Hands-free Use
• 360 Sound with 4 cm Driver
• For Android 4.4 or Higher, iOS 9.1 or Higher
• Power Requirement: 5 V
• W x H: 9.78 cm x 4.2 cm
• Weight: 173 g
• Power Requirement – 5 V
• OS Compatibility – Android 4.4 or Higher, iOS 9.1 or Higher
• Touch Pad – No
• Music Streaming – Google Play Music
• Output to Stereo System – Yes
• Compatible Brands – Nest, SmartThings, Philips Hue, IFTTT
• Functions – Search Google, Get a Personalized Daily Briefing, Check Traffic, Add Items to Calendar, Make a Shopping List, Make a to Do List, Check Flight Status, Track a Package, Alarm
• Network connectivity – Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
• Supported Audio Formats – HE-AAC, LC-AAC+, MP3, Vorbis, WAV (LPCM), FLAC

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Digital payment is a buzzword now-a-days and appearing everywhere in India either small or medium-big market and most of the players have already filled the gap. Many more are coming in the battleground to fight in the zigzag row. In the same row, American Express has announced the launch of Amex Pay in India. Amex pay is a mobile payment service in the country which allows the American Express card users make payments based on QR codes and contact-less payments via the Amex mobile app.

The Amex Pay feature is available on Android devices with NFC and running Android 4.4 KitKat minimum or higher and iOS devices running iOS 11.2.6 can be used for the Amex Pay.

For now, the contact-less payments are not supported on iOS. Additionally, the device should be capable of reading QR codes using the camera app, in order to carry out QR code-based transactions.

How to do QR Code based Payments using Amex Pay?

1. Log in to your American Express account on either the Android or iOS app of the Amex Mobile app
2. Choose Register with Amex Pay
3. Grant the required permissions and enter the OTP you received in order to complete the verification process
4. For QR-based payments, you need to click on Pay with Bharat QR, scan the code, and enter the amount
5. Confirm the same and enter the card’s PIN to complete the process

How to do NFC based Payments using Amex Pay for Android devices only?

1. Follow first three above steps on Smartphone which supports NFC, make NFC on from the settings
2. Make sure Amex Pay contactless digital payment is the default tap and pay service
3. Hold your smartphone close to the payment terminal to do the contactless digital payment/transaction

Samsung Pay was introduced in India with support for the American Express credit cards and charge cards those are eligible for the payment.

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WhatsApp rolled out a new feature in a Beta update where users can migrate their data to a new number without any issue. Users of iOS, Android and Windows Phone will soon be enabled with this update.

The new “Change Number” feature update is currently available in the 2.18.97 Android beta update on Google Play Store. It will come in iOS and Windows devices later.

“It adds many improvements to the old change number feature. You will be able to choose specific contacts to notify, and the chat history will be moved in the new chat on the recipients’ phone. This deletes the problem of duplicated chats,” tweeted WABetaInfo, a fan website that tracks upcoming WhatsApp features.

The user can now choose if he wants to also notify some or all contacts. “You can also choose to notify contacts who you have a chat with,” the report said.

Steps to change number in WhatsApp

To change the phone number in WhatsApp, you need to migrate your account and profile information, groups and settings from your old phone number to new phone number and need to delete the account associated with old phone number so that your contacts may not see your old number in their WhatsApp contact list.

If you use Change number feature in the WhatsApp, then your chat history will remain on your existing phone with the new phone number. But if you’re using new SIM/new contact number on new smartphone, then you need to change your number in old phone first and then follow data migration steps given in the next heading.

To change your phone number, you can follow below steps-

1. Insert new SIM card into your phone
2. Open WhatsApp and verify that your old phone number is currently verified by tapping on three vertical dots (more option) >> Settings >> tap on your profile photo.
3. Now again tap on more option >> Settings > Account > Change number.
4. Click on Next button which will ensure changing your phone number will migrate your account information, groups and settings.
5. Enter your old phone number in the first box with country code.
6. Enter your new phone number in the second box.
7. Tap Next (here you can notify your all contacts by selecting Notify Contacts or can select Custom to notify your changes to selected contacts)
8. Tap Done and then you’ll be prompted to verify your phone number, so do it to verify your new contact number by entering verification code sent to you by WhatsApp.

Steps to migrate data from old number to new number in WhatsApp

After the migration, in the recipient’s phone, all shared messages in the old chat will be transferred in the new one and in the chat will appear a new bubble, indicating that the user has a new number, WABetaInfo said.

WhatsApp now has 1.5 billion monthly active users (MAUs) who are exchanging nearly 60 billion messages on a single day. It has over 200 million users in India.

If you are using WhatsApp on the existing phone then you don’t need to migrate data from your old phone number to new phone number or contact number but if you’re using new device as well then you need to migrate data as well.

Follow below steps to migrate your WhatsApp data associated with your old contact number to new contact number which will be used in new device or smartphone.

1. First follow above steps to change number in Whatsapp
2. Since WhatsApp chats are automatically backed up and saved daily to your phone’s memory depending on your settings, also you can periodically back up your WhatsApp chats to Google Drive.
3. If you uninstall WhatsApp from your old phone, then on changing your phone number you can manually back up your chats on new phone before uninstalling it from the old phone.

1. How to take backup of WhatsApp Chat to Google Drive?

To take backup of WhatsApp chat to the Google Drive, you should have an active Gmail/Google account on your phone. Google Play services, an app that’s used to update Google apps and apps from the Google Play Store, should be installed on your phone.

1. To take backup of your chat, tap on more options > Settings > Chats > Chat backup > tap on BACK UP (if you’re using Google Drive for the WahtsApp chat backup).
2. Select a backup frequency to Daily, weekly or monthly.
3. Select the Google account you’d like to back up your chat history to.
4. Tap Back up over Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi or Cellular to choose the network you want to use for backups.
5. Toggle Yes to include video if you want to take backup of.

If you’re using iPhone then you can take backup to and from iCloud drive.

2. How to export WhatsApp Chat History?

1. Open the individual or group chat.
2. Tap on More options >> More >> Export chat.
3. Choose whether to export Without Media (40000 messages) or Include Media (10000 messages) and tap on respective options.

An email will be composed with your chat history attached as a .txt document.

3. How to restore your WhatsApp chat history from Google Drive?

You can transfer your WhatsApp data to a new phone by restoring from Google Drive and to do so follow below steps-

1. Uninstall and reinstall WhatsApp.
2. Open WhatsApp and verify your number by entering verification code.
3. RESTORE propmt comes to restore your chats and media from Google Drive.
4. Once the restoration is done, tap NEXT to complete the initialization. Now your chat messages will start appearing and subsequently your media files will be restored.

4. How to restore your WhatsApp chat from a local backup?

If you want to use backup from your local storage, then it can be done transferring files from your local computer or phone storage as below-

1. Your phone will store up to the last seven days worth of local backup files which are automatically created every day at 2:00 AM and saved as a file in your phone. You can check your data in /sdcard/WhatsApp/ folder or you can find it at “internal storage” or “main storage” folders of your phone and tap to Restore when prompted after reinstall WhatsApp.
2. or you can download a File Manager app in your smartphone, navigate to sdcard/WhatsApp/Databases in File Manager app. Rename the backup file you want to restore from msgstore-YYYY-MM-DD.1.db.crypt12 to msgstore.db.crypt12 and tap to Restore when prompted after reinstall WhatsApp.

WhatsApp is continuously upgrading the features of the app, in recent past WhatsApp reported about the peer to peer payment system and then introduced QR code for the same payment system.

Already, WhatsApp users can use single app for multiple accounts and also this can be used in Desktop/Laptop as well.

Other instant messaging Apps are also on the floor but they are far behind Whatsapp messaging app.

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Chinese consumer electronics and mobile communication company, Oppo brand under OPPO Electronics Corp., has finally launched its flagship smartphone Oppo F7 in India today in an event held in Mumbai. OPPO’s major product lines include smartphones, Blu-ray players and other electronic devices.

This newly launched baby is the successor to the Oppo F5, the highlight of this device is its whopping 25MP front-facing camera with Artificial Intelligence features, which the company is claiming to be the first on a camera smartphone.

The only real competition for the handset in this aspect comes from Vivo which is offering a slightly low 24MP selfie-camera in its recently launched Vivo V9.

Price & offers on Oppo F7

Oppo F7 is priced at Rs 21,990, for the 4GB RAM variant and Rs 26,990, for the 6GB RAM variant. Both the variants come in Solar Red, Blue and Moonlight Silver color options. There is also a Black diamond-cut edition of the Oppo F7.

The device will be available via flash sale only on April 2 online exclusively on Flipkart and offline on its 777 stores. The first sale of the handset will begin from April 9.

Specifications of Oppo F7

• 6.23-inch full-HD+ display with 1080×2280 pixel resolution and 19:9 aspect ratio.
• It has an iPhone X-like notch on the top.
• Processor- An 64-bit octa-core MediaTek Helio P60 processor paired.
• Storage options – 4GB of RAM with 64GB ROM and 6GB of RAM and 128GB ROM.
• Dual sim support and a dedicated microSD card support, with triple slots.
• AI Beauty 2.0-powered 25-megapixel front-facing camera with Sony 576 Sensor HDR.
• Single rear camera lens of 16-megapixel with LED flash, comes with AI recognition for up to 16 scenes. The camera also boasts of the Portrait and Vivid mode.
• Color OS 5.0 based on Android 8.1.
• Facial unlock feature.
• Battery- 3400mAh (offers 15 hours of battery backup on a single charge).
• Connectivity- 4G, VoLTE, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS.
• Fingerprint sensor at back

AI enabled device focuses on better color reproduction and detailing. As for the Artificial Intelligence features, the camera is capable of scanning more than 296 facial spots and arm and neck recognition as well. It is capable of differentiating the gender, age, skin tone, and skin type of the person in front of the camera. The AI-learning of the Oppo F7 recognizes the habit of the user and remembers it and does that automatically for them for their subsequent pictures. Another feature of the camera is its Vivid Mode, which is said to keep the face of the person natural but enhances the background. The camera of the Oppo F7 also comes with AR-based sticker support as well as group selfie-beautification capability.

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Vivo V9 smartphone has been launched in India and will be available in Amazon India, pre-booking started from today at 3 PM IST, a day after International announcement.

Actual sale will be started from April 2, 2018.

The phone is priced at INR 22,990, it has the infamous notch design with a 19:9 aspect ratio, 6.3-inch 2280×1080 IPS FHD LCD, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 626 processor with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage.

The V9 has a dual camera system on the back with 16MP primary and 5MP secondary depth sensor.
On the front is a 24MP selfie camera with AI assisted beauty modes.

Battery is 3260mAh with Android 8.1 Oreo OS with Funtouch OS 4.0 on top. The Vivo V9 comes with 4G LTE, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, USB OTG support.

The smartphone comes with 1 year manufacturer warranty for device and 6 months manufacturer warranty for in-box accessories including batteries from the date of purchase.

Amazon India is offering special pre-booking offers like 5% Amazon Pay cashback on all prepaid orders, extra INR 2,000 off on exchange, No Cost EMI upto 12 months on all credit cards, Get one time free screen replacement worth ₹6,000 valid for 6 months on pre booking and INR 500/- Book my Show vouchers on pre-booking.

Vivo Electronics Corp., a phone brand based in Dongguan, Guangdong, China, was founded in 2009. It entered in Indian market with low cost and high performance Android phones, and those in the mid-range segment of the market.

Vivo started in India in 2015, Vivo India joined the Make in India movement by inaugurating its first manufacturing unit in Greater Noida, Vivo’s first smartphone launched in India is Vivo V1 and V1 Max.

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Samsung Galaxy J8 2018 is expected to be launched in March 2018 & to run on Android 8 OS, equipped with built in fingerprint sensor as the primary security feature. Samsung is a South Korean multinational conglomerate headquartered in Samsung Town, Seoul which was founded by Lee Byung-chul in 1938 initially as a trading company.

The smartphone is tipped to be powered by Samsung’s Exynos 7870 SoC. A 3/4 GB of RAM will help phone run smoothly without showing any signs of lag. The internal storage is expected to be expandable via a microSD card.

The phone in all probability will have a 5.5 inch screen with an TFT display having a resolution of 720 x 1280. The screen is expected to be protected by a durable Scratch Resistant glass.

The smartphone is speculated to boast of a 12 megapixel rear and 8 megapixel front Camera.

Below are speculated Specification of Samsung Galaxy J8 2018, yet they need some official confirmation.

Samsung Galaxy J8 Specification

• Model: J8 (2018)
• Launch date (global): 27-03-2018
• Operating system: Android OS version 8
• Screen size (in inches): 5.5, TFT
• Screen resolution (in pixels): 720 x 1280
• Rear Camera Megapixel: 12
• Front Camera Megapixel: 8
• Multi touch, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Finger print sensor: Yes
• 3G, 4G Capability, Wifi Capability, Wifi HotSpot, Bluetooth: Yes
• Dual SIM
• 4 GB RAM
• Storage: 32 GB

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