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  • Honor 8 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Honor which is a subsidiary of Huawei, launched 3 new smartphones to Indian market  in New Delhi on October 12. The newly launched smartphones are Honor 8, Honor 8 Smart and Honor Holly 3.  In this post we will have a quick look into Honor 8 FAQ, Tips and Tricks and Cons.

    Honor 8 FAQ
    (Left to right) P Sanjeev, Vice President -Sales for Huawei India Consumer Business Group, Randeep Hooda, George Zhao, President of Honor, Nimrat Kaur, Peter Zhai, President, HUAWEI India Consumer Business Group. Source: Honor press release kit.

    Honor 8 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    What are the different variants of Honor 8 available in India?

    There are two variants of Honor 8 is available. One is flagship and another one is mid range smartphone-Honor 8 Smart.

    What are the prices of Honor 8 and Honor Holly 3 smartphones in India?

    The newly launched smartphone prices are as mentioned below.

    • Huawei Honor 8-Rs.29,999.
    • Honor 8 smart-Rs.19,999.
    • Honor Holly 3-Rs.9,999

    What are the different color options available?

    Honor 8 will be  available in Pearl White, Sapphire Blue and Sunrise Gold color variants. Honor 8 smart will be available in Black, White and Gold color options.

    Which type of sim card Honor 8 accepts? Is it a dual sim smartphone?

    No. It is a single sim smartphone and accepts 1 nano sim card.

    Any offer on warranty of this device?

    Yes. Honor provides 2 years of  warranty on this device. Apart from this, user will get touch screen replacement guarantee within the first 3 months.

    Does it supports microSD card? What is maximum capacity of microSD card we can use?

    Yes. It support upto 128GB of microSD card.

    What are the specifications of Honor 8?

    The summarised specifications of Honor 8 is given below.

    • Octa Core Hisilicon Kirin 950 Soc with 4GB of RAM and Mali T880 GPU.
    • 5.2 inch Full HD(1920x1080p) LTPS LCD screen with 423 ppi pixel density.
    • Android 6.0 Marshmallow-based EMUI v4.1.
    • 12MP dual primary camera with one for colour and another one for monochrome.
    •  8MP front facing camera with f/2.4.
    • 3000 mAh battery.
    • Fingerprint scanner.
    • 32GB of internal storage and microSD card support upto 128GB.

    What are the different task can be performed using Honor 8 fingerprint scanner?

    Honor 8 comes with level 4 fingerprint acquisition algorithm, which delivers enhanced security. It also has smart features like fingerprint reader to make payments, take photos, record video, receive phone calls or turn off and alarm or unlock its Smart key button function.

    Smart key button function is a customisable option which provides instant access to features and apps along with an instant phone unlock.

    How to take screenshot on Honor 8?

    To capture screenshot on Honor 8, there are multiple ways are available. The simplest way is using the screenshot button. On a screen on which you want to perform print screen, access the notification area. Then tap to shortcuts.  Nowe select screenshot. The screenshot will be captured.

    What are the cons of Honor 8?

    This is not a review of Honor 8. Based on the experience on demo zone in launch event, here are the few Honor 8 cons. We will make a detailed review on this device once we get the review unit.

    • No dual sim card option.
    • No 4K video recording option.
    • Non user removable battery.

    These are the some of the basic Honor 8 FAQ according to us. If you have any specific queries feel free to write in the comment section below.

  • Coolpad Note 5 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Coolpad has launched Note 5 smartphone in India.  The main USP of the device is 4010 mAh battery. This smartphone is exclusive to Amazon.in and will be available via open sale. Price of the Coolpad Note 5 in India is Rs.10,999.  Sale will start from 20th October. It will compete with the likes of Lenovo Vibe K5 Note, Redmi Note 3 and Moto G4 Plus etc.  In this post, we will have a quick look into Coolpad Note 5 FAQ Tips and Tricks  and Cons.

    Coolpad Note 5

    Coolpad Note 5 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    What are the different colour variants of Coolpad Note 5 available?

    It will be available in 2 colour variants. One is Royal Gold and another one is Space Grey.

    Which are the sensors available in this smartphone?

    The device has Accelerometer, Geomagnetic Sensor, Proximity Sensor,Light Sensor and fingerprint sensor.

    What are the specifications of Coolpad Note 5?

    The specification summary of the device is given below.

    • 1.5GHz 64 bit Octa Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 617.
    • 4GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
    • 5 inch Full HD IPS display screen.
    • Android 6.0 + Cool UI 8.0.
    • 4010 mAh battery.
    • 13MP primary camera with LED flash.
    • 8MP front facing camera with LED flash.

    Does this has dedicated microSD card slot? Is USB OTG supported?

    No. It comes with hybrid sim card slot. USB OTG is supported in this device.

     Is Coolpad Note 5 supports VoLTE? Is this compatible with Jio?

    Yes. It does supports VoLTE.

    Does this device supports fast charging?

    Yes. It supports Qualcomm Fast charging 2.0.

    How to take screenshot on Coolpad Note 5?

    There are three different ways to take screenshot on this device.

    1. Power and Volume down method: You need to press and hold volume down and power button simultaneously. The screenshot will be taken.
    2. Power button method: Long press on the power button. You will get a menu. In that select the screenshot option.
    3. Three finger method: First you need to enable this method. For that, go to Settings->Smart Control-> Action and Screen.  Now you need to enable three screenshots. Now whenever you want to take screenshot, do a three finger swipe down. The screenshot will be taken.

    What are the cons of Coolpad Note 5

    This is not a review. But based on the specification, here are the quick cons of the device.

    • Hybrid sim card slot.
    • No Gyroscope sensor.
    • Snapdragon 617.
    • Looks very much similar to Redmi Note 3.
    • Navigation keys are not backlit.

  • Xiaomi Redmi 3s Plus Offline Exclusive Smartphone in India

    Xiaomi has unveiled Redmi 3s Plus in India. It will be available exclusively at offline stores and it will not available through usual online channels.  Here are few quick Xiaomi Redmi 3s Plus FAQ.

    Xiaomi Redmi 3s Plus

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    In which stores Redmi 3s Plus will be available?

    As said before, this device will be available exclusively on offline stores. Xiaomi has tied up with retail stores like Sangeetha, BIG C, LOT mobiles, Poorvika and distributors like Redington, Innocomm and Just Buy Live. You can buy from any one of these stores.

    What is the Xiaomi Redmi 3s Plus price in India? From when the device will be available?

    Redmi 3s Plus price in India MRP is Rs.9,499 and best buy tag is Rs.8,799. It will be available from 1st October.

    What are the differences between Redmi 3s Plus and Redmi 3s Prime?

    The key differences between Redmi 3s Plus and Redmi 3s Prime as follows. This is based on the press release data.

    Price:

    • Redmi 3s Prime: Rs.8,999.
    • Redmi 3s Plus: Rs. 9,499(Best buy price of Rs.8,799).

    Availability:

    • Redmi 3s Prime: Available through flash sales in Flipkart.com & Mi.com.
    • Redmi 3s Plus: Available through offline stores like Sangeetha, BIG C, LOT mobiles, Poorvika and distributors like Redington, Innocomm and Just Buy Live.

    RAM:

    • Redmi 3s Prime: 3GB of RAM.
    • Redmi 3s Plus: 2GB of RAM.

    Rest of the specifications like SoC, internal storage, camera , design and build quality looks identical.

    What are the specifications of Xiaomi Redmi 3s Plus?

    Xiaomi Redmi 3s Plus Specification summary

    • 1.4GHz 64 bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor with Adreno 505 GPU.
    • 2GB of RAM and 32GB internal storage.
    • 5 inch 720p HD display screen.
    • 4100 mAh battery.
    • 13MP primary camera and 5MP front facing camera.
    • LTE and VoLTE support.

  • Lenovo Z2 Plus FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Lenovo has launched Z2 Plus smartphone in India which is a rebranded version of ZUK Z2 which was launched in China. It is one of the most affordable smartphone in India with Snapdragon 820 Soc. In this post we will have a quick look into Lenovo Z2 Plus FAQ Tips and Tricks and Cons.

    Lenovo Z2 Plus

    Lenovo Z2 Plus FAQ Tips and Tricks and Cons

    What are the different variants of Lenovo Z2 Plus available in India?

    Lenovo Z2 Plus is available in 2 variants based on the RAM and internal storage option. The base model has 3GB of RAM with 32GB of internal storage and another model has 4GB of RAM with 64GB of internal storage. Coming to colour options, Z2 Plus will be available in Black and White options.

    What size sim cards Lenovo Z2 Plus supports? Does it has expandable storage option?

    Z2 Plus supports 2 nano sim cards and does not supports microSD card.

    What is the price of Lenovo Z2 Plus in India? Where it can be purchased?

    Z2 Plus is available in 2 variants. The prices of these variants are given below.

    • 3GB RAM with 32GB of internal storage-Rs.17,999
    • 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage-Rs.19,999

    Lenovo Z2 Plus is available exclusively via Amazon.in. The link to product page is here.

    What are the specifications of Lenovo Z2 Plus?

    Summarised specification is given below.

    • Snapdragon 820(Dual core 2.1GHz Kryo and Dual core 1.6GHz Kryo).
    • 3GB/4GB RAM with 32GB/64GB internal storage.
    • 5 inch full HD IPS display screen.
    • 13MP primary camera and 8MP front facing camera.
    • 3500 mAh battery.
    • Fingerprint scanner.

    What are the box contents?

    Handset, sim ejector tool, manuals, USB to USB type-C cable and charger.

    What are the SAR values of Lenovo Z2 Plus?

    The SAR values mentioned on the box are 0.71W/Kg@1g(Head) and 1.49W/Kg@1g(Body).

    Any Z2 Plus Fingerprint scanner tips and tricks?

    The device sports “U touch 2.0” fingerprint scanner on the front. It can be used for different tasks using different gestures such as single touch for back; a long touch to bring up notifications; a double press for the app switcher; left or right swipes to get to recently used apps; a single press for home; and a long press for Google Now etc. You can also customise this by going to settings->U-touch->Physical home button customisation.

    How to take screenshot on Lenovo Z2 Plus?

    You can capture screenshot on Lenovo Z2 Plus using 2 different easy method.

    • 1st method: Go to quick menu option. Select the screenshot button. Screenshot will be captured.
    • 2nd method: Press and hold volume down and power button simultaneously. The screenshot will be captured.

    Does this device supports fast charging?

    Yes. It does supports fast charging. But unfortunately the bundled charger is not fast charger. You need to buy fast charger 3.0 separately.

    How to use Lenovo Z2 Plus as modem?

    You can use this device as modem through WiFi Hotspot or USB tethering or Bluetooth tethering.

    What are the different sensors available on this device?

    The sensors in the device includes gyroscope, compass sensor, accelerometer, light sensor, and proximity sensor.

    What are the cons of Lenovo Z2 Plus?

    This is not a complete review. Based on the specifications, we felt below are the few demerits of Lenovo Z2 Plus. I will be making a detailed review in which I will cover all the pros and cons.

    • No Optical image stabilisation. It features only electronic image stabilisation.
    • There is no bundled fast charger.
    • Does not support expandable storage via microSD card.
    • No IR blaster.

  • Moto E3 Power FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Lenovo has launched Moto E3 Power smartphone in India. This is the successor to last years Moto E and will compete with the likes of Redmi 3s ,Redmi 3s Prime. Coolpad Mega 2.5D etc.  In this post we will have a quick look into  Moto E3 Power FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons.

    Moto E3 Power FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

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    What are the different variants of Moto E3 available?

    Moto E 2016 is announced in two variants. Moto E3 and Moto E3 Power. However, only Moto E3 power is launched in India. The key differences are RAM(1GB vs 2GB), Internal storage(8GB vs 16GB) and Battery(2800 vs3500 mAh).

    What is the price of Moto E3 Power in India? Where it can be purchased?

    Moto E3 Power price in India is Rs.7999. It is available exclusively on Flipkart. The link to the product listing is given here.

    What are technical specification of Moto E3 Power?

    Summarized specifications of Moto E3 Power is given below.

    • 64-bit 1GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6735P processor(Cortex A53) with 2GB of RAM and Mali T-720 GPU.
    • 5 inch 720p HD display screen.
    • 16GB of internal storage and support for microSD card.
    • Dual sim(4G+3G).
    • 8MP primary camera and 5MP secondary camera.
    • 3500 mAh battery.
    • Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

    What size sim cards Moto E3 Power Accepts?

    Moto E3 Power supports 2 micro sim cards.

    How to take screenshot on Moto E3 Power?

    You can take screenshot on Moto E3 Power using two methods. One is using the power and volume button. You need to press and hold Volume and Power button simultaneously. The screenshot will be taken. Alternatively, you can take screenshot using the Google Now on tap feature. Using this method you can share or save the screenshot to google drive. Below is the video guide on how to take screenshot on Moto E3 Power. It is done on Moto G4 Plus, as both share same UI, it works on Moto E3 Power as well.

    How to set custom ringtone in Moto E3 Power?

    To set custom MP3 ringtone on Moto E3 Power, you need to paste the ringtone to Ringtones folder. You can use File Manager which comes pre-loaded in the device. Alternatively you can connect your device to PC and paste the ringtone to Ringtones folder.  The third party file managers like ES file explorer will provide an option to select the ringtone from Sounds and Ringtones option from Settings itself. You can refer the video below on How to set ringtone on Moto G4 Plus which works on this device as well.

    Does Moto E3 Power Supports Reliance Jio VoLTE?

    Yes. It does supports 4G VoLTE. With Reliance Jio sim card you can make voice calls in this device.

    What are the cons of Moto E3 Power?

    This is not a complete review. Based on the spec sheet, below are the few Moto E3 Power Cons.

    • Compared to competition, low powered SoC.
    • No Fingerprint scanner.
    • No Compass sensor.

    These are some of Moto E3 Power FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons. If you have any question on this device, then share it in the comment section below.