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  • How to take screenshot on Xiaomi Mi A1

    Xiaomi Mi A1 is one of the best budget Android smartphone of the year 2017. The stock Android experience with timely updates is the main attraction of the device. But the downside of this is lack of software customization which is available on other Xiaomi smartphones. Due to this, many users are searching the option for How to take screenshot on Xiaomi Mi A1. So here is the method to capture screenshot on this device.

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    To capture screenshot on Mi A1, there are 2 methods. First one is using the hardware keys and another one is using the Google Assistant. Do note that, there are other options which need users to install third-party apps. We are not covering those methods.

    Method 1: How to take screenshot on Xiaomi Mi A1 using the hardware keys

    To perform print screen on Xiaomi Mi A1 using this method, follow the steps given below.

    • Go to the screen on which you want to capture screenshot.
    • Now press and hold Volume down and power buttons simultaneously for few seconds.
    • The screenshot will be captured.
    • Captured screenshot can be accessed from Photos->Album->screenshot.

    Method 2: How to take screenshot on Xiaomi Mi A1 using the Google Assistant

    To capture screenshot using this method, follow the steps given below.

    • On a screen on which you want to capture screenshot, open Google Assistant.
    • You can do this by saying “OK Google” or by long press on home button.
    • Now either you can say “Take screenshot” or type.
    • Screenshot will be taken.
    • Do note that, if you are taking screenshot using this method, it will not be saved automatically.
    • You need to either share or upload it to the Google photos.

    These are two methods through which you can take screenshot. If you find any difficulty in following this How to take screenshot on Xiaomi Mi A1 guide, please share it in the comment section below.

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  • Samsung Galaxy S9 -Top 5 Interesting Features

    Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus smartphones are launched in India and will be available to customers starting 16th March. The device will be available in Lilac Purple, Coral Blue, and Midnight Black color variants. Here is the list of Samsung Galaxy S9 Top 5 Interesting Features.

    Samsung Galaxy S9 Top 5 Interesting Features

    Dual aperture lens

    Samsung Galaxy S9 sports a dual aperture lens. With this user can switch between f/1.5 or f/2.4 depending on the lighting condition. Since most of all the smartphones come with fixed aperture lens which can not be changed, it is a most noteworthy feature of Galaxy S9.

    Super slow motion 960 fps @ 720p Video Recording

    Another interesting feature of Galaxy S9 is the ability to capture super slow motion videos. It is probably the only smartphone which captures such a super slow motion at 720p as of now. Do note that, the maximum duration of super slow motion video recording is 0.2 seconds which expands to 6 seconds video.

    Bixby Vision-Real time translation

    With Galaxy S9, Samsung added real-time text translation feature to Bixby Vision. It allows users to point Galaxy S9 or Galaxy S9+ camera at the word or phrase which needs to be translated and see the text or word in the desired language(Only to the supported languages).

    Stereo Speakers

    Samsung Galaxy S9 comes with dual speakers tuned by AKG Acoustics. In addition, it has Dolby Atmos surround sound. This may not be a most noteworthy feature. But it is a welcome addition to the latest flagship smartphone of Samsung.

    Live makeup mode and AR Emojis

    Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus come with live makeup mode and  AR Emojis features. AR Emojis, one of the key feature is the ability to change still image into Emoji. With live makeup mode, one can have fun with different types of makeup in real time.

    These are some of the interesting features of Samsung Galaxy S9 according to us. Which feature you liked the most, please share it in the comment section below.

  • Redmi Note 5 Pro Cons – Top 5 reasons not to buy

    Redmi Note 5 Pro has all the qualities to break the records of Xiaomi’s previous best-selling smartphone Redmi Note 4. It has most of the features which consumers look out in a smartphone of 2018. Brand new Snapdragon 636 chipset, thin bezel 18:9 display, rear dual camera setup, 20MP front-facing camera and 64GB of internal storage are some of the key features to name few. The list may grow further if we list out all the good thing about this.smartphone. Instead, we thought of listing only Redmi Note 5 Pro Cons.

    Redmi Note 5 Pro

     Redmi Note 5 Pro Cons – Top 5 reasons not to buy

    1. Lacks 4K video recording

    The camera is one of the segments where Xiaomi has done a lot of improvement in Redmi Note 5 pro over Redmi Note 4. However, there are two disappointments for the users. First one is lack of 4K video recording and the second one is the absence of optical image stabilization.

    2. No Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro runs on Android N(7.0) out of the box. Missing latest Android version on a smartphone which is launched after 6 months of the public launch of Android Oreo is not a great move.

    3. Fast charger not included in the box

    Redmi Note 5 pro supports some of the fast chargers and not all. Even the SoC used on the device has support for fast charging. However, it is sad to see no compatible fast charger in the box.

    4. No dedicated microSD card support

    Both the variants of Redmi Note 5 Pro which is launched in India has 64GB of internal storage. It is more than enough for most of the users. But, dedicated microSD card slot would have been better.

    5. Difficulty of purchasing

    Now Xiaomi smartphones are available via an open sale. However, if you are planning to buy one for yourself, you should be very quick to grab one. The units will get sold out in few seconds.  It is unfortunate that Xiaomi is not able to provide enough number of devices to market.

    These are top 5 Redmi Note 5 Pro cons according to us. Please share your thoughts in the comment section below.

  • How to set custom ringtone in 10.or E (Tenor E)

    10.or E (pronounced as Tenor E) is considered to be one of the best value for money smartphone in the budget segment. In this, we will cover on  How to set custom ringtone in 10.or E. This is one of the key customization options most of the users wants to do once the new device is purchased.

    How to set custom ringtone in 10.or E

    How to set custom ringtone in 10.or E (Tenor E)

    There are several ways to set a  custom MP3 tune as ringtone in 10.or E.  Here are the two different ways to set custom MP3 tune as ringtone in this budget Android smartphone.

    How to set custom ringtone in 10.or E  without using third-party apps

    • First, save the desired tune in the phone.
    • Now open the File manager.
    • Copy and paste the ringtone to the Ringtones folder in the internal storage.
    • Now you can find your MP3 in the default ringtone list.

    How to set custom ringtone in 10.or E (Tenor E) using ES File Explorer

    This is the easiest way to set the custom ringtone in 10.or E. To start with

    • Go to Google Playstore.
    • Search for ES file Explorer.
    • Download and install.
    • Now to go to the Ringtones option from Settings.
    • You will get an option to chose between ES file explorer or the regular one.
    • Chose  ES file explorer.
    • This will provide an option to browse and select the ringtone from any folder.

    These are the two methods through which user can easily set the custom ringtone in 10.or E.  If you find any difficulty in the setting the ringtone using these methods, please share it in the comment section below.

  • Samsung Galaxy On7 Prime FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Samsung has recently launched a new entry-level smartphone called  Galaxy On7 Prime in India.  It will compete with the likes of Moto G5s, Mi A1.  Here is the quick summary of the device in the form of Samsung Galaxy On7 Prime FAQ Tips and Tricks and Cons.

    Samsung Galaxy On7 Prime

    Samsung Galaxy On7 Prime FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    What are the different variants of Galaxy On7 Prime available in India?

    Samsung Galaxy On7 Prime is available in 2 variants. One is with 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage and another one with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. The device is available in two color variants namely Black and gold.  Price of Galaxy On7 Prime variants are as follows.

    • Galaxy On7 Prime 32GB-12,990.
    • Galaxy On7 Prime 64GB-14,990.

    What type of sim cards Galaxy On7 prime supports?

    It supports 2 nano sim cards.

    Does it has dedicated microSD card slot?

    Yes.

    What are the key specifications of Galaxy On7 Prime?

    • 1.66 GHz octa-core Exynos 7870 SoC
    • 3GB/4GB RAM and 32GB/64GB internal storage.
    • 5.5 inch full HD TFT display panel.
    • 13MP primary camera with f1.9 with autofocus and rear flash and 13MP front-facing camera.
    • 3300mAH lithium-ion battery.

    What are the cons of Samsung Galaxy On7 Prime?

    We have not yet fully reviewed the device. However, based on the initial impression, here is the list of Galaxy On7 Prime cons.

    •  Lacks basic sensors like Auto brightness sensor, compass etc.
    • No Android 8.0 out of the box. There is no official update on whether it gets the latest Android update.
    • No IPS display panel.
    • 2-year-old SoC.
    • No noise cancellation mic.

    How to take the screenshot on Galaxy On7 Prime?

    To capture screenshot on Galaxy On7 Prime, just press and hold power and home keys simultaneously.  The screenshot will be captured. Taken screenshot can be accessed from Gallery.

    In this post, we tried to cover all basic FAQ.  If you have any specific question, please share it in the comment section below.