Category: Smartphones

How to Download Huawei PC Suite-HiSuite
Huawei has a PC suite software for its smartphone in the name of HiSuite. It is well packaged PC suite from Huawei, which enables you to access and flowlessly work between PC and Mobile. In terms of no of features it is very close to Xiaomi PC Suite. So we will learn more about features and download procedure of Huawei PC suite.

HiSuite-Huawei PC Suite Features

Once HiSuite downloaded and installed, you can connect your Huawei smartphone to PC and perform follwing tasks. It will comes bundled with USB drivers.

App Management: You can easily manage your apps on your Huawei smartphones from PC. This includes, viewing the installed apps, add new apps or deleting or uninstalling apps using PC.

Screenshot: Taking screenshot on Huawei smartphone is very easy. If you have HiSuite PC suite, then you can even take screenshot from the PC.

Software Updates: Getting OTA updates using mobile data in some areas is bit difficult. So using this PC suite from Huawei, you can download and install firmware update using the PC broadband.

Backup and restoration: Having a regular backup of your smartphone data is always preferred. If you are using any Huawei smartphone, then no need to install third party apps. You can just download and install Huawei PC suite and do the backup and restoration from PC.

Contacts management: Using HiSuite, you can view, add, delete and edit contacts from PC. Even you can import and export contacts from and to PC.

Message Management: If you want to send and recieve sms from your PC, then HiSuite Huawei PC suite will come in handy.

Image and Video Management: Using this Huawei PC suite, you can import/export your images and videos. You can even browse from your PC.

How to download Huawei PC Suite or HiSuite

For downloading the official Huawei PC Suite, you can directly browse to the support page. The link for support page with PC suite download is here.

Huawei PC Suite or HiSuite System Requirement
- OS: Windows XP 32 or 64 bit,Windows Vista 32 or 64 bit, Windows 7 32 bit or 64bit, Windows 10 32 bit or 64bit
- Minimum RAM: 1GB.
- Free Hard Disk Space: 500MB.
- Screen resolution: Screen resolution of 1024×768, 16 colors.
Huawei PC Suite or HiSuite Compatible Smartphones:

HiSuite or Huawei PC suite is compatible most of the Huawei Android smartphones such as Huawei Honor 6, Huawei Nexus 6P, Huawei Honor 4 play etc. As mentioned before, this Huawei PC suite or HiSuite is compatible with Honor series smarftphones, Ascend series smartphone.
October 19, 2015
How to Use Asus Zenfone 2 As modem to Connect to Internet from PC
Asus Zenfone 2 is one of the popular android smartphone. Good performance, Good camera, ZenUI with great customizability features and affordable price attracts people to buy this smartphone. Asus has launched different variants under Zenfone 2 series such as Zenfone Laser, Zenfone Selfie, Zenfone 2 Deluxe etc. These smartphones support fast 4G LTE connectivity. So is any way to share Zenfone mobile data with PC, Laptop, iPad, tablet?. Yes. the current Android smartphones does allow this feature by default. So here is the guide on how to use Asus Zenfone 2 as modem to share mobile internet to PC, Laptop, iPad, tablet etc.

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How to Use Asus Zenfone 2 As modem to Connect to Internet from PC

For using Asus Zenfone 2 as modem, based on the requirement, there are three different methods are available. WiFi hotspot method, USB tethering and Bluetooth Tethering. Do note that, using any of this method will consume your mobile data. So make sure you have good mobile data plan enabled from your mobile network provider. The data charges applies as per your network provider. Let’s start one by one methods. For using all this method, first enable mobile data and then follow the steps.

Asus Zenfone 2 As WiFi Hotspot to Connect to Internet from PC, Laptop, iPad, tablet with WiFi reception capability

This is most popular and very useful method of sharing mobile data with other WiFi enabled devices. To use Asus Zenfone 2 as WiFi Hotspot, follow the steps given below.
- Go to “Settings”-> “More”-> ” Tethering and Wifi hotspot “-> ” Set up Wi-Fi hotspot “.
- Enable WiFi hotspot by tap on the checkbox. Your Zenfone 2 will start sharting the mobile data via WiFi.
- To customise the WiFi hotspot settings, go to ” Settings ” -> ” More ” -> ” Tethering and Wifi hotspot ” -> ” Set up Wi-Fi hotspot “.
- In this page you can name your WiFi network SSID, password and Security type. Once done, tap on to “Save”.
- Now you can access your Zenfone 2 WiFi hotspot from any WiFi enabled devices by entering the SSID and password you have chosen.
Below is the video Guide on how to use Zenfone as WiFi hotspot.

How to Use Asus Zenfone 2 as modem through USB Tethering

Asus Zenfone 2 USB Tethering is the method used to share mobile to data to PC through USB.
- First connect your Zenfone 2 to PC via USB cable. You might need Asus Zenfone PC suite for install drivers.
- then Go to “Settings”-> “More”-> ” Tethering and Wifi hotspot “.
- Enable “USB tethering”.
- Your Zenfone 2 will start sharing the mobile data to your PC.
How to Asus Zenfone 2 as modem through Bluetooth Tethering

Asus Zenfone 2 Bluetooth Tethering is the method used to share mobile internet to PC through Bluetooth. For using this method, you need to configure your PC as well.
- Enable Bluetooth on your Zenfone 2.
- Now go to “Settings”-> “More”-> ” Tethering and Wifi hotspot “.
- Enable “Bluetooth Tethering”.
- Make your Zenfone visible visible to all nearby Bluetooth devices.
Now you need to pair it with your laptop to connect to internet using Zenfone 2 Mobile data. This is a one time activity on your laptop.
- On your laptop, go to Control Panel-> Devices and Printers.
- Click on Add a device. It will show all available devices.
- Select Zenfone and click “Next”.
- Make sure the pairing codes are consistent in ZenFone and Laptop then click on Pair.
- You will get a confirmation that, Zenfone is successfully added to your laptop.
- Now once again go to Control Panel-> Devices and Printers.
- Right click the ZenFone icon.
- Select “Connect using”.
- Select “Access point”.
- Now Bluetooth Tethering is enabled.
October 18, 2015
Samsung Galaxy J7 Cons and Pros Review
Samsung Galaxuy J7 is a midrange smartphone which is launched along with Galaxy J5. The key features of this smartphone are AMOLED display screen, battery life, decent performance, good camera and attractive price tag. Samsung Galaxy J7 price in India is Rs.14,999.

Galaxuy J7 comes with 5.5 inch Super AMOLED display screen with resolution of 1280 x 720 Pixels and has decent pixel density of 267 ppi. As it has Super AMOLED screen, the colour reproduction and viewing angle are good. One demerit interms of display is, it doesnot have any screen protection such as Corning Gorilla Glass. So it is good have screen gaurd.

Samsung Galaxy J7

Samsung Galaxuy J7 which is available in India is powered by 1.5GHz Exynos 7580 64 Bit Cortex A53 octa core processor coupled with 1.5GB of RAM and Mali T-720 GPU. On day to day usage, we have not faced any laginess. Even we are impressed with the gaming experience. Though there were delay in opening a high end game, once loaded, it handled the games without any issues. The smartphone comes with 16GB of internal storage and has support for microSD card.

Samsung Galaxy J7 houses 13MP rear primary camera with LED flash and 5MP front facing camera. Both camera performance in outdoor conditions are good. However low light and artificial light condition, camera performance is just average. Galaxy J7 is a dual sim smartphone and runs on Android 5.1 along with new touchwiz UI.

Samsung Galaxy J7 has 3000 mAh battery. It provides incredible standby time. For a normal user, this phone will easily last for more than 1 day. The connectivity features of this device includes 2G, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and 4G LTE. Galaxy J7 supports USB OTG as well.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Samsung Galaxy J7

To summarize the Samsung Galaxy J7 review, we have listed few of the merits and demerits of the device.

Pros of Galaxy J7
- Decent performance: The device performance interms of day to day usage, gaming performance is good. The cellular call quality also good. Phone does not get heats up much while playing the games.
- Good Display: The display screen on this is good. It offer good viewing angles and colour reproduction.
- Excellant Battery life:The battery life it provides interms of standby time and screen on time is excellant.
- Decent Camera: Both front and rear camera does take good quality photos and video in outdoor conditions.
Cons of Galaxy J7
- Lacks basic sensors like compass, light sensor etc.
- No LED Notification and navigation key are not backlite.
- Low loud speaker output.
- No noice cancellation mic.
- No Corning Gorilla Glass screen protection.
Samsung Galaxy J7 Tips and Tricks

Taking screenshot on Galaxy J7: For performing print screen on Galaxy J7, press and hold home and power button simultaneously. The screenshot will be taken. The taken screenshot on Galaxy J7 is saved in Gallery->Screenshot folder. You can read more on this here.

Using Galaxy J7 as modem: You can use Galaxy J7 as modem through USB tethering and WiFi hotspot features. You can access this from Settings->Connections-> Tethering and Mobile hotspot. If you want to learn more on how to access net from PC using Galaxy J7 as modem, then read here.

Samsung Galaxy J7 PC suite: Samsung Kies 3.0 is the latest PC suite available for Galaxy J7. You can download and install latest Samsung PC suite from the official support page from Samsung Galaxy J7 PC suite.

Samsung Galaxy J7 Specifications
- 5.5 inch Super AMOLED 720p HD display.
- 1.5GHz Exynos 7580 64 Bit Cortex A53 octa core processor, 1.5GB of RAM, Mali T-720 GPU.
- 2G, 3G, WiFi, Bluetooth and 4G LTE.
- 3000 mAh battery.
- Dual sim with Dual Standby.
- Android 5.1 Lollipop with Touchwiz UI.
- 13MP rear primary camera with LED flash.
- 5MP front facing camera.
- Size: 78.6×152.4×7.5 mm and weight: 171 g.
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Hall Sensor, Proximity Sensor.
October 15, 2015
Coolpad Note 3 With Fingerprint Scanner and 3GB RAM at Rs.8,999
Chinees manufacturer Coolpad has launched its Note 3 smartphone in India. The device is exclusively available via Amazon.in. The first flash sale happenes on October 20, 2PM IST. User registration for the sale is already open. Coolpad Note 3 price in India is Rs.8,999. The key features of the device are 5.5 inch 720p HD screen, 3GB RAM and fingerprint scanner.

Coolpad Note 3 is a dual sim smartphone and runs on Cool UI 6.0 which is based on Android 5.1. Cool UI in this device provides features like multi-window mode, double tap wake up, and smart gesture.The device has 5.5 inch IPS display with resolution of 720×1280 and 267 ppi pixel density. The claimed viewing angle is 178 degrees.

Coolpad Note 3 dual sim Android smartphone is powered by 1.3GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 processor coupled with 3GB of LPDDR3 RAM. The device has 16GB of internal storage and support for microSD card upto 64GB. The smartphone is equipped with 13 mega pixel rear auto focus camera with LED flash, f/2.0 aperture and 5 Element HD Lens. In the front, it has 5MP camera. Both front and rear camera has CMOS image sensor for better image quality.

Coolpad Note 3 has 3000 mAh battery. One more key feature of this smartphone is Fingerprint scanner. It is said to support 360-degree finger rotation and speedy recognision in 0.5 seconds. The sensors in the device are compass, gravity, proximity, ambient light, and gyroscope sensors. The connectivity features of Coolpad Note 3 are 4G LTE, 3G, Bluetooth and WiFi. The device will be available in white and black colours.

Coolpad Note 3 is only smartphone within 10k price tag which has fingerprint scanner and 3GB of RAM. The closest competetor in this price tag are Yu Yureka Plus and Lenovo K3 Note. We will be able to compare how well it performs in real life scenarios only once we get a handson on this device.

Coolpad Note 3 Specification
- 1.3GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 processor with 3GB RAM
- Cool UI 6.0 based on Android 5.1 Lollipop.
- Fingerprint scanner.
- 720HD 5.5 inch IPS display screen 267 pixel density.
- 16GB internal storage and support for microSD card.
- 13MP primary camera with LED flash.
- 5MP front facing camera.
- 3000 mAh battery.
October 10, 2015
How to Take Screenshot on Asus Zenfone 2 Laser
Asus Zenfone 2 Laser is most affordable smartphone under Zenfone 2 series. It has decent specification and competetive price tag. The laser focussed camera is the key attraction of this smartphone. In this post we will learn how to take screenshot on Asus Zenfone 2 Laser. The device runs on Android Lollipop with ZenUI. The ZenUI provide lot of customisation which enhances the user experience. It also includes many features which are very useful. For performing print screen on Zenfone 2 Laser, there are 3 methods. You can choose any of these screen capture methods.

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How to Take screenshot on Asus Zenfone 2 Laser

There are two variants of Asus Zenfone 2 Laser. Both variants support below mentioned ways of capture screen methods.

Method 1: Default Android method

It is the most common and widely used method of taking screenshot on any Android smartphone. For this you need to press and hold volume down key and power button simultaneously for few seconds. The screenshot is captured. You can access the taken screenshot from Gallery.

Method 2: Using Recent apps key

For taking screenshot on Asus Zenfone 2 Laser using this method, follow the steps given below.
- First go to the “Settings”. Under settings, you will find “Asus ASUS customised settings” . Tap on to it.
- In this, choose the ‘Recent apps key’.
- Under Recent apps key settings, you will find “Tap and hold to capture screen”. Choose that.
- Now, whenever, you want to take screenshot on any page, just tap and hold recent apps key to take the screenshot.
Method 3: Take screenshot on Asus Zenfone 2 Laser using Quick Settings

For enabling this method, you need to customise the Quick Settings menu in Zenfone 2 Laser. For that, follow the steps given below.
- Go to Quick Settings page by swiping down the screen from top.
- Tap on edit quick settings icon.
- In the quick setting option, the top row provides only 4 tools. So you need to disable one app appearing in the top row and choose, screenshot.
- Tap on to save.
- Now when you need to take screenshot, go to quick setting menu, you will find screenshot option. Tap on to it to take the screenshot.
Hope this tutorial on How to Take Screenshot on Asus Zenfone 2 Laser is useful. If you are facing any issues while following the instruction, please share it in the comment section below.
October 9, 2015