Category: News

  • OPPO’s Super-Fast 15-Minute Flash Charge and World’s First SmartSensor Image Stabilization Tech Unveiled

    The current smartphones are becoming smarter and smarter. However, there is one area which bothers most. That is battery life. What if there is a option to fully charge the battery in just 15 minutes? Answer is OPPO’s Super VOOC Flash Charge technology.

    In the ongoing Mobile World Congress 2016, oppo unveiled Super VOOC Flash Charge technology which is said to fully charge 2500 mAh battery in just 15 minutes. According to company Super VOOC Flash Charge uses 5V low-voltage pulse-charge algorithm which ensures low-temperature charge that’s safe for the battery and dynamically regulating the current to charge the phone in the shortest time possible. This technology works when all-new algorithm pairs with a customizedsuper battery, a new adapter, cable, connector made using premium, military-grade materials.Super VOOC Flash Charge supports Micro USB or type-C interfaces, in line with the global standard.

    Oppo Fast charging

    SmartSensor Image Stabilization: The first ever sensor-based, pixel-level optical image stabilizer

    In the event, Oppo also unveiled a new image stabilization technology called SmartSensor Image Stabilization which company claims first ever sensor-based, pixel-level optical image stabilizer.

    There are two types of optical image stabilization. One is lens-based and another one sensor-based.  Due to size limitations of smartphone, all previous technologies are based on lens based stabilization. However, MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical system)  manages to bring sensor based stabilization to smartphones. Oppo claims that SmartSensor is the first-ever sensor-based solution for smartphones, as well as the smallest optical image stabilizer of any kind in the world!.

    The newly showcased Oppo’s SmartSensor technology addresses of the major flaws of lens based method- not reducing shake during roll. According to press release,  SmartSensor provides image stabilization on three axes, pitch, yaw and the all-important roll. Making split-second adjustments with its comb-shaped monocrystalline silicon MEMS, SmartSensor achieves full three-axis image stabilization in a mere 15 milliseconds.

    Oppo’s Smartsensor is power efficient as well. According company SmartSensor uses a voltage-driven sensor, reducing power consumption to as low as 10 milliwatts, 50 times less than the power consumption of lens-based solutions.

    Lens-based systems, with their increased power consumption, can quickly heat up the module, affecting image quality, especially during extended photo shoots. But the low power consumption of the fine-tuned MEMS keeps temperatures low and preserves image quality even in long shooting sessions.Meanwhile, whereas lens-based image stabilizers generally have a precion of between 3 and 5 μm, SmartSensor remains precise to a vibration of just 0.3μm. The size of a pixel is usually larger than 1 μm, meaning that SmartSensor is the world’s first pixel-level image stabilize.

    With SmartSensor, OPPO smartphones become like pocket-sized SLR cameras, able to capture life’s beautiful moments in breathtaking detail. Even when lighting conditions aren’t ideal, such as at a party or concert, SmartSensor ensures clear and bright images by allowing a longer exposure time.

    At MWC, OPPO also announced a growing emphasis on its “Camera Phone” strategy. Under the new strategy, OPPO plans to strengthen a well-deserved association between OPPO and great photography. Through continued refinement of its photography platform as well as new innovations like SmartSensor, OPPO aims to bring users technology that will allow them to better record their lives and share their experiences, so they can capture every moment as it really is: sharp, vivid and bright.

  • Sony Bags three prestigious International Business Awards at Asia Excellence Awards 2015

    New Delhi, 23rd February, 2016 – Sony India, one of the most recognized consumer electronics brand has been recognized with prestigious International Business Awards at the recently concluded, Asia Excellence Awards 2015. Sony was conferred with a Gold Stevie Award in the Online Marketing Campaign of the Year category, and a Silver Stevie Award in the Brand Experience of the Year – Consumer category.

    The awards were presented beating out significant competition in the categories for ‘Project Paladin – The Rise of Alpha Imaging’ Campaign. The campaign was designed to achieve brand loyalty towards Sony Alpha DSLT cameras, thereby reiterating Sony’s strategic interest towards interchangeable lens camera market. A seamless online platform for customers to discover, share and learn visual storytelling was created called – The Sony Alpha community.

    In addition to this, Sony Alpha Community a unique platform that encourages photography enthusiasts to share and discover amazing photos with like-minded people was awarded the Microsite of the Year 2015in the highly contested Asia Pacific Excellence Awards.

    Commenting upon the win, Tadahisa Baba, Head, Marketing, Sony India commented “We are honoured by Asia Excellence Awards acknowledgement of Sony’s unique and innovative campaigns stimulating the consumer community. It has been an overall effort in achieving this goal and promoting the art of photography.”

    About Sony India Pvt. Ltd.
    Sony India is one of the most recognized consumer electronics brand in the country, with a reputation for new age technology, digital concepts and excellent after sales service. In India, Sony has its footprint across all major towns and cities in the country through a distribution network comprising of over 20,000 dealers and distributors, more than 300 exclusive Sony outlets and 25 branch locations. Sony India also has a strong service presence across the country with 365 service outlets. Manned by customer friendly and informed sales persons, Sony’s exclusive stores ‘Sony Center’ are fast becoming the most visible face of the company in India. A distinctive feature of Sony’s service is its highly motivated and well-trained staff that provides the kind of attentive and sensitive service that is rare today.
    To learn more, please visit: http://www.sony.co.in.

  • Lenovo Vibe X3 With Snapdragon 808 Soc, 21MP camera launched in India

    Lenovo has launched Vibe X3 smartphone in India. The sale for the device will start from 28th January  2PM via Amazon.in.  The Lenovo Vibe X3 price in India is Rs.19,999. As of now only Matte White option available for open sale.

    Lenovo Vibe X3 sports 5.5 inch IPS display screen with 1080 x 1920 pixel resolution. Lenovo claims it has unique display that offers 100 percent NTSC colour reproduction,1500:1 contrast ratio and features 178 degree wide viewing angle. Lenovo Vibe X3 has hybrid dual-SIM slots, which means users can use either two SIM cards or a single SIM card alongside a microSD card.

    Lenovo Vibe X3 Dual sim

    Lenovo Vibe X3 is powered by hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor(dual core A57 at 1.8GHz + quad-core A53 at 1.4GHz) paired with 3GB of DDR3 RAM and Adreno 418 GPU. The onboard storage is 32GB and supports microSD card upto 128GB.  It packs 3500mAh battery and offers a fingerprint sensor at the rear panel.

    Lenovo Vibe X3  houses  21-megapixel rear camera with Sony IMX230 sensor, LED flash, PDAF (phase detection autofocus), 6P Lens, f/2.0 aperture, and 4K video recording support. There is also a 8-megapixel front facing camera. Vibe X3 offers has Vibe Enhancement features such as the Pro Mode, Smart Assist, Slow Motion, and Nightscape.

    The connectivity features of Lenovo Vibe X3 are 4G LTE, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, USB OTG and Micro USB. It runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop with VIBE UI on top. The smartphone comes with two front-facing stereo speakers powered by Dolby Atmos tech. It uses Wolfson-powered audio technology for calls, along with Hi-Fi Lenovo Sound with HD audio. Lenovo has bundled some of the gesture controls such as tap-to-wake, flip to sleep etc.

    Lenovo Vibe X3 supports TheatreMax,which enables a larger viewing experience by using an AntVR headset. Customer who need AntVR headset can buy it by paying additional Rs 1,299. One more additional accessory is Skullcandy Ando earphones which is also available for purchase at Rs 1,299. Coming to design aspect, Vibe X3 is made up of high quality thermosetting synthetic resin build at the back. The device measures 9.3mm at the thickest and 3.4mm on the sides.  The actual performance we will know, once we complete the Lenovo Vibe X3 review.

    Lenovo Vibe X3 Specification

    • 5.5 inch IPS display screen with 1080 x 1920 pixel resolution.
    • hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 SoC with 3GB of DDR3 RAM and Adreno 418 GPU.
    • 32GB internal storage and support for microSD card upto 128GB GB.
    • Hybrid Dual sim Slot.
    • 21MP primary camera and 8MP front facing camera.
    • 4G LTE, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, USB OTG and Micro USB.
    • 500mAh battery and fingerprint scanner.
  • Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Dual sim Variant Launched In India

    Samsung has unveiled the dual sim variant of Galaxy Note 5 in India.  It accepts 2 nano sim cards. The price of the device is Rs.51,400 for the 32GB variant in India.

    Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Dual sim sports 5.7 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display with a 2560 x 1440 pixel resolution and a pixel density of 518ppi. It runs on Android 5.1 based TouchWiz  UI.  The Note 5 Dual comes in 32GB and 64GB variant. As of now, only 32GB variant is launched in India. It does not supports microSD card.

    Samsung galaxy Note 5 Dual

    Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Dual is powered by Samsung’s 64-bit Exynos octa-core (2.1GHz quad-core + 1.5GHz quad-core) processor with LPDDR4 RAM. The connectivity features of the device are Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, GPS, Bluetooth 4.2 and support for NFC.  It packs with  Li-Po 3000 mAh battery .

    Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Dual is equipped with 16-megapixel rear camera with f/1.9 aperture and optical image stabilisation, along with a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The dimensions of this phablet are 153.2×76.1×7.6mm, and weights 171 grams. It will be available in Black Sapphire, Gold Platinum, and Silver Titanium colour variants.

    The 64GB of Galaxy Note 5 Dual is also due to launch in India soon and it is expected to be priced at Rs. 57,400. In addition, Samsung has announced price cut for the single sim variant of Galaxy Note 5. The 32GB variant of single sim Galaxy Note 5 is priced at 47,900 while the 64GB storage variant will be available for Rs 53,900.

    Samsung India, Mobile Business Director Manu Sharma said that “Samsung has always focused on driving innovation based on valuable customer insights. The evolution of the Note series since its launch in 2011 has been attuned to the changing consumer needs and is carried forward in the Galaxy Note5 Dual SIM, which delivers superior productivity packaged in a stylish design. The Dual SIM edition of the Galaxy Note5 complements today’s consumers’ lifestyles by seamlessly balancing their personal and professional lives.”.

    Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Dual Specification

    • 16 MP rear camera with f/1.9 aperture and optical image stabilisation.
    • 5-megapixel front-facing camera.
    • 4-bit Exynos octa-core (2.1GHz quad-core + 1.5GHz quad-core) processor with LPDDR4 RAM.
    • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, GPS, Bluetooth 4.2 and support for NFC.
    • Li-Po 3000 mAh battery.
    • 5.7 inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display
    • 32GB internal storage.
    • Android 5.1 Lollipop with Touchwiz UI.
    • Dual sim(Nano sim+Nano sim).
  • Coolpad Note 3 Lite With 3GB RAM Launched at Rs.6,999

    It is raining season for launch of budget Android smartphones. This week we have witnessed launch of Lenovo Lemon 3, Xiaomi Redmi 3 and Xiaomi Redme Note 3 . There is new competetor for these smartphones. That is Coolpad Note 3 Lite. Fingerprint scanner, 3GB RAM, 5inch HD IPS display are the key attraction of this new smartphone. Coolpad Note 3 Lite price in India is Rs.6,999 and available exclusively on Amazon India through flash sale method. The registration for the sale starts from today and first flash sale will happen on 28th January at 2PM IST.

    Coolpad Note 3 Lite

    Coolpad Note 3 Lite is dual sim smartphone with both SIM capable of 4G LTE connectivity. It runs on Android 5.1 Lollipop with Cool UI 6.0 skin on top. The device is powered by 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 SoC with 3GB of LPDDR3 RAM. Another key feature of this budget Android smartphone is fingerprint scanner which placed just below the camera in the backside of the device. This is the similar placement which we have seen on Nexux 5X.

    Coolpad Note 3 Lite has 16GB of inbuilt storage and microSD card support upto 64GB. The connectivity options available on this device incloudes 4G (with support for Indian LTE bands), Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, and Micro-USB (with OTG). It packs 2500mAh non-removable battery which is rated provide upto 10 hours of talk-time and up to 200 hours of standby time. The sensors in the device are accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, and digital compass.

    Coolpad Note 3 Lite houses 13-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and LED flash along with 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Both primary and secondary camera has CMOS image sensor for better image quality.  The device will be available in Champagne white and black colour option.

    Coolpad has said that VoLTE (voice over LTE) functionality will be added to the device in the coming days. However, company has not provided any timeline for the same. This applies to Android Marshmallow update as well.  After sales support for Coolpad Note 3 will be taken by HCL.

    Specificationwise Coolpad Note 3 Lite for the price looks very impressive. However, we will be able to come to conclusion on this only after performing indepth review of Coolpad Note 3 Lite. With options like Lenovo Lemon 3, Redmi Note 3, Redmi 3, how well this device justifies its place will be interesting to see.

    Coolpad Note 3 Lite Specification

    • Dual sim and Android Lollipop with Cool UI 6.0.
    • 1.3GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735 SoC with 3GB of LPDDR3 RAM.
    • 16GB of internal storage and support for microSD card.
    •  13-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and 5MP front facing camera.
    • 4G (with support for Indian LTE bands), Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, and Micro-USB (with OTG).
    • Fingerprint scanner and 2500mAh non-removable battery.