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April 30, 2012
DON'T fall for these food-related sleep myths!
We dispel five popular beliefs about foods before bedtime.
April 26, 2012
Live! The Love Guru chat on ZaraBol
Share your relationship problems with Get Ahead's Love Guru.
April 24, 2012
Top 5 Android smartphones under Rs 20,000
Here are five Android smartphones in the mid-range segment that perform well and are worth considering.
April 23, 2012
Reader's take: Top 5 alternatives to Aakash tablet PC
Get Ahead reader offers five alternatives to the much-touted and now almost-flopped Aakash tablet PC.
April 20, 2012
5 things Apple didn't tell you about the new iPad
Get Ahead reader tells you five things you didn't know about Apple's latest iteration of the iPad.
April 19, 2012
Top 25 most searched phones in India
A sneak peak into top 25 phones based on the preference of one million unique visitors who visited The Mobile Indian in March 2012.
April 18, 2012
5 GORGEOUS alternatives to the iPhone's Retina Display
A list of 5 top smartphones with 720pHD displays that will make your jaw drop. Think of these devices as Android alternatives to the iPhone 4 and the iPhone 4S' Retina Display.
April 17, 2012
Top 5 Wi-Fi enabled phones under Rs 5,000
Best of the best Wi-Fi enabled mobiles that come really cheap.
April 16, 2012
REVEALED: Why young Indians prefer live-in relationships
The few Bollywood films that offer a romantic view of live-in relationships may have made it a topic of living room discussion in middle class Indian homes. But many of us seem oblivious to its dynamics and its legal, social and emotional repercussions. Live-in couples from across Indian cities tell us their tales.
10 must-have apps for Indian smartphone users
This is India mate! And you will undoubtedly want some apps with an 'Indian' perspective to them. You will undoubtedly need apps that will show you the nearest restaurant, the closest cinema hall, get you to the juiciest Indian celebrity gossip and give you some desi music beats on the go. Here are 10 must-have apps for the Indian smartphone users.
April 13, 2012
Samsung to launch two NEW and AFFORDABLE Galaxy Tabs
Samsung has formally announced its second generation tablets -- Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 for $250 (Rs 12,850 approximately) and Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 for $400 (Rs 20,570 approximately) -- in the USA.
April 12, 2012
The five-point survival guide for BlackBerry-maker RIM
Though the road to redemption is a long and hard one, we think here are the five things they can do immediately. After all, they have to start somewhere.
Live! Chat with Love Guru on ZaraBolShare your relationship problems with Get Ahead's Love Guru.
April 10, 2012
Top 5 dual SIM smartphones in India
Once associated with feature phones, the dual SIM feature has now made its way into the smartphone category and has revolutionised the Indian handset market. Take a look at these top 5.
April 09, 2012
Reader's choice: 11 Android smartphone apps to die for
Get Ahead reader , a class XII student who has topped a national level computer test in Uttarakhand, lists out 11 to-die-for Android apps.
April 06, 2012
TOP FIVE: Smartphone apps for Indian Premier League
Are you a die-hard cricket fan? Want to catch all the Indian Premier League 5 action on your smartphone? Then don't miss these five IPL 5 apps.
April 05, 2012
REVIEW: Should YOU go for the New iPad? Read on!
If you are an iPad 'one' user, or a user of any other tablet available in the market, then you should consider the upgrade to the New iPad. If you are an iPad 2 user however, we suggest you skip this iteration and wait for the fourth generation iPad as that will be a better value for money upgrade for you.
April 04, 2012
PHOTOS: HTC One X and HTC One V
HTC three days back unveiled its flagship phone -- One X and One V -- running on Android 4.0 operating system. Here are some stunning pictures and specifications of the One X and One V.
April 02, 2012
TOP 5: Best of the best smartphones worth buying
Here is a minutely debated list of five smartphones that are the best of the best in their own ways and for most needs.
March 30, 2012
TOP 14: Cool games for iPhone, Xbox and PlayStation
A million games to choose from here are a few which should certainly not be missed, chosen over others for brilliant interface, graphics and addiction of gamelplay.
Banking online? TOP 6 MALWARE you should be BEWARE of
These can filch your passwords, deplete your bank accounts and even infiltrate highly secure bank web sites.
March 29, 2012
SHOCKING: BlackBerry Torch prices SLASHED by 26%
Close on the heels of offering its tablet PC, PlayBook, at discounted prices, Canada-based Research in Motion in its bid to increase market share and take on the Nokias and Samsungs of the world, has slashesd the prices of its top-selling phones by almost 26 per cent.
Live! Chat with Love Guru on ZaraBolShare your relationship problems with Get Ahead's Love Guru.
Do men benefit MORE from live-in relationships?
Kuber Sharma explores the theory that live-in relationships are to men's advantage and provides a humorous take on why they really aren't.
REVIEW: Nokia Lumia 710, great device but...
It's a decent handset with good quality, features and comes at a good price but is it good enough to compete against the Android handsets? Find out.
March 28, 2012
Five dual-core Android smartphones under Rs 25,000
If you thought a dual-core Android powered smartphone was out of your reach, think again!
March 27, 2012
Samsung Galaxy S III to launch on March 30?
Recently a number of reports and rumours regarding Samsung's next flagship smartphone, Samsung Galaxy S III, have hit the Internet. The device was previously rumoured to be launched at the MWC 2012 event in February.
March 26, 2012
TOP 5: Best music phones under Rs 6,000
Need a good music-centric budget phone? Check out these to help you buy the best one in your range.
March 22, 2012
HURRAH: Prepaid mobile tariff plans simplified!
Prepaid mobile customers in India has never had it so good. Vodafone, Idea, MTS & Aircel has confirmed that from Friday there will be only three types of vouchers for mobile recharge. Others too will have to follow soon.
March 16, 2012
Top 5: Portable power chargers for smartphones, tablets
No need to worry about dying battery for now. Portable power chargers are here to save your day.
March 15, 2012
Faced discrimination in college? Tell us!Have you experienced discrimination in your college or educational institution because of your caste? How did you cope with the incident? Did you break down, weep, or did you stand your ground and face the offenders with courage and grace? Speak up! Buying a smartphone? 3 QUICK FACTS
Get Ahead reader Arun Iyer lists out three quick facts smartphone buyers must know before choosing the mobile they desire.
March 14, 2012
These 7 ULTRABOOKS will REDEFINE computing
Here's a list of 7 Ultrabooks to look out for in 2012 that will redefine computing.
March 13, 2012
4 reasons why Samsung Galaxy Tabs are NOT so HOT
Samsung cites lack of education among consumers as a reason for why it didn't do well in the tablet market. We try to present some core reasons why the Galaxy tab scene is not so hot.
March 12, 2012
Tales of romance: 'My first kiss'
Tell us the story behind that special first time.
Share your wedding videos with us!In this unique wedding ceremony, a young bride and groom exchanged their wedding vows mid-air. How did you get married? Share with us some of your wedding videos! iPad 2 vs the new iPad: Eight STUNNING features
If you have not yet been bitten by the new iPad bug and are contemplating picking up iPad 2, here is a quick comparison between the new iPad and the iPad 2 for you.
March 09, 2012
PIX: FOUR new features of the BRAND NEW iPad
US-based Get Ahead reader gives a lowdown on what's new in the 'new iPad' launched in San Francisco on March 7, 2012.
March 07, 2012
TOP 5: Smartphones to gift on Women's Day
Best of the best smartphones you can gift the lady in your life. This list comprises of smartphones across price categories so you can choose the right one for you based on the power of your pocket.
March 02, 2012
Top 10 things to expect from iPad 3
Before we let Apple CEO Tim Cook display this 'new device' we thought we'd round up the rumours and expectations from the iPad 3 (or the iPad HD as some like to call it).
March 01, 2012
MINDBLOWING! iPhone 5 concept design TOTALLY ROCKS
We present to you these amazing pictures of the concept iPhone 5 from Italian designer Federico Ciccarese.
Samsung Beam, Nokia 808, LG Vu and more at MWC
A sneak-peek into all the power-packed action happening in teh world of technology at the Mobile World Congress 2012 in Barcelona, Spain.
February 29, 2012
Firstlook: Nokia Asha 303
A quick take on the key features of Nokia Asha 303, the latest from Nokia in the Asha series.
11 smartphones and tablets with quad-core processors
We present to you 11 gadgets -- smartphones and tablets -- that sport the mighty quad core processors.
February 28, 2012
Top 5 BEST value-for-money smartphones above Rs 20,000
Here are five smartphones that offer best performance for every buck spent.
February 27, 2012
Review: Should YOU buy Nokia Asha 300?
A phone that gives you access to basic mail on the go, a bit of web browsing and social networking, the Nokia Asha 300 at Rs 7,409 offers some nice features such as 3G connectivity, a 1GHz processor and a strong build. The biggest downer however is the absence of Wi-Fi and a cumbersome resistive touchscreen experience.
February 24, 2012
Cooking with Poo and six REALLY ODD book titles
The Diagram Prize for Oddest Book Title of the Year was conceived as a way to avoid boredom at the annual Frankfurt Book Fair. Check out what titles are in the running this year.
Top 5 apps to calculate your tax for FREE
Here are apps for Android and Symbian platforms that will tell you all about Indian tax laws and also help you calculate your tax liability.
February 23, 2012
Smartphone war: LG Optimus Vu vs Samsung Galaxy Note
The 5-inch, 1.5GHz LG Optimus Vu is likely to emerge as a worthy competitor to Samsung Galaxy Note.
February 22, 2012
Top 5 Android smartphones under Rs 20,000
These five smartphones running Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS bundle some neat features for those willing to pick a tab of Rs 20,000.
February 21, 2012
PHOTOS: World's most expensive gadgets
Take a look at these nine beautiful, luxurious gadgets -- smartphones, laptops, music systems -- designed by English designer Stuart Hughes. These could be the world's most expensive gadgets ever made.
5 tips to grow YOUR social media presence
These tips are mostly for social networking newbies. It is for the dads and moms and grandpas and grandmas who are looking to become a part of the social web.
February 20, 2012
Couples go online with wedding plans
Don't want to send paper invitations on your wedding? A rash of 'wed sites' send personalised SMS reminders, travel options and weather updates to the guests
February 17, 2012
Top 25 most searched phones in India
This list is based on the survey conducted by The Mobile Indian for the month of January.
February 16, 2012
Forget Angry Birds. Now you can play Angry Brides
A new Facebook app lets players fight 'greedy grooms' who demand dowry -- a practice that persists in India despite being outlawed more than 50 years ago.
Reader review: Nokia Lumia 800
Get Ahead reader lists out the highs and lows of Nokia Lumia 800. According to him this Nokia-Microsoft effort is a more than decent affair.
February 15, 2012
Smartphones that will soon get Android ICS in India
Comprehensive list of devices (tablets and smartphones) which are available in India and will get an Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) update and the date when they will get that update.
February 14, 2012
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab 7.7 in India, Tab 2 globally
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 DT-P6800, also known as the Galaxy Tab 680, has been launched in India, with the device listed on Flipkart at Rs. 33,571. The device runs on Android 3.2 Honeycomb, but will get an Android 4.0 ICS upgrade soon.
February 13, 2012
A special V-Day chat with Love Guru on ZaraBol!
We're holding a special Love Guru chat for Valentine's Day 2012!
Valentine's Day gift ideas for gadget lovers
There is no better way to tell that special geek in your life 'I love you' than something like a cool new tech toy. Who said gadgets weren't romantic?
February 10, 2012
Top 5 tablet PCs to win your Valentine's heart
Here's what your partner is dreaming of this Feb 14. Guys, here's what you should ask for!
February 09, 2012
Reader's picks: Top 9 upcoming gadgets in 2012
Here's a list of some of the major upcoming 2012 gadgets and products from Get Ahead reader .
February 08, 2012
7 tips to survive a long-distance relationship
Are you feeling lonely with Valentine's Day coming up because you're in a long-distance relationship and your partner is far, far away? While couples who live apart from each other do find it tougher to cope, you can overcome the challenges of an LDR. Here's how I did.
REVEALED: 90 lakh Indians watch PORN on mobile
These users spend an average of around Rs 5,500 to watch good quality adult content.
February 07, 2012
Top 5 smartphones with killer looks and performance
We help you with a list of five phones that will make your friends jealous (unless they have one of the other four from this very list!).
February 06, 2012
Top 5 FREE entertainment apps for Android
A collection of must-have applications to make sure you stay entertained on your Android smartphone or tablet. What's more, they are all free.
V-Day: 'I found true love the SECOND time around'
Not everyone is first-time lucky when it comes to relationships. Are you one of those people who lost love and then found it again, with a new partner?
February 03, 2012
Photos: Top 5 dual SIM phones
Need a good dual SIM phone? This list will help you choose the best device for you.
February 02, 2012
Don't buy a TABLET PC before you read this!
A tablet buying guide to help you make a decision.
February 01, 2012
Asus Transformer Prime priced at Rs 49,990Asus will launch its quad core processor bearing tablet Asus Transformer with Android 3.2 and a keyboard docking station which transforms it into a laptop in India in the next 15 days with a price tag of Rs 49,990. iOS, Symbian, Android, BB: OS that work for YOU!
US-based Get Ahead reader Rangaprabhu Parthasarthy takes a look at different operating systems available to Indian consumers of smartphones and explains what works best for whom.
January 31, 2012
Guess what? Nokia Lumia 800 and 900 are different!
Get Ahead reader Rohit Sane figures out notable distinctions between the two flagship phones on the basis of prominent features that matter.
V-Day: Share your parents' love story!
It's a tale of romance all children want to hear -- how their parents met and fell in love!
January 30, 2012
How to consume, manage YOUR content online
In the post PC era, consumption of news and other content is changing dramatically. US-based reader Rangaprabhu Parthasarthy tells us about the most popular content consumption and article storage mechanisms available online.
IN PICS: The charm of living in a Rajasthani haveli
The Indian state of Rajasthan is known for its hospitality. It is, as many would agree, also a state of palaces and havelis. A Ganesh Nadar visited the Pink City of Jaipur and stayed at a charming hotel called Mahal Khandela. He shares with us his experiences.
January 27, 2012
Pippa Middleton on how to spend V-Day as a sexy singleton!
Her Royal Hotness tells us how to handle being single on V-Day!
Best tablets in India under Rs 15,000
All five of these tablets deliver top value for money, with their smooth performance, great build quality, and overall feature set.
January 25, 2012
POLL: What's keeping YOU in your current relationship?
Is it common interests, sex, money, true love? Take the poll below and tell us why you're sticking things out with your present partner!
Best smartphones under Rs 20,000 for every OS
Here is a listing of the best smartphones you can get between Rs 10,000 and Rs 20,000, on each operating system out there, bar iOS.
January 24, 2012
Do YOU think 'perfect love' is attainable?
Do you think anyone can truly achieve a 'perfect' relationship, with just the right balance of compatibility, compromise and true love?
How Microsoft plans to regain its lost glory in 2012
US-based reader Rangaprabhu Parthasarthy features four key elements that he predicts will help Microsoft emerge as a force to reckon with in 2012 in response to our reader invite.
January 23, 2012
Photos: A look at Nokia Lumia 900
It's the most powerful Nokia Windows Phone but lacks that unique differentiating factor to get a lead in an Android dominated market.
YOUR secrets to living life to the fullestShare your mantras for living life to the full with us, and other readers. Tell us how you stay happy and healthy, serene and full of life.
January 20, 2012
Top 25 most searched phones in India
The information related to what other mobile consumers are searching for will be quite handy for those who want to purchase a new mobile phone.
January 19, 2012
Jaipur Literature Festival: 10 books to carry
With Jaipur Literature Festival around the corner, we list out ten of our most favourite books by the visiting authors.
Top 5: Gaming smartphones in India
Many new gaming smartphones have been launched in the market since last october. Here is a list which will help you identify the best gaming device for your needs.
January 18, 2012
Top 5: Sites to visit during the Wikipedia blackout!
So the mother of all information websites has been blacked out for a good 24 hours. Here's a list of sites you can visit to cross check all your details, do your research and submit that project you've been sitting on till the last minute.
DEATH of SMS: Why you may NEVER have to text again!
With IP-based messaging services like iMessage, BBM Messenger, Facebook Messenger and Google Plus Messenger becoming a hit with smartphone users their dependence on short messaging services to communicate is losing sheen. But is that reason enough for telecom operators to worry? Or is there a silver lining?
January 13, 2012
PICS: HOT smartphones and tablets at CES 2012
Here's a quick glance at what's happening at CES 2012.
January 11, 2012
Top 12: Amazing gadgets to watch out for in 2012
12 will see 3D technology and lot more cloud computing technology occupying the consumer mindspace. Here is the list of 12 most amazing gadgets to watch out for in 2012.
January 10, 2012
Gadgets: The cool and not-so-cool tech of 2011
US-based Get Ahead reader Rangaprabhu Parthasarthy takes us through the hits and misses in the gadget world last year in response to our reader invite.
BUSTED: 8 food myths that you shouldn't fall for
Is sugar really bad or soup very good for weight-loss? Here are eight food myths that are well, just that, myths.
January 09, 2012
TOP 5 Wi-Fi phones below Rs 6,000
A phone with Wi-Fi is the best way to save you a lot of money on data charges. Here are the best value-for-money Wi-Fi devices.
January 06, 2012
PRICE WAR: Samsung Galaxy Tab P1010 at Rs 14,000 now
It seems like 2012 will end up as the year of the tablet PC consumer as the action is just hotting up and hopefully by the time the year ends there'd more consumers with tablet PCs than mobile phones in India.
January 04, 2012
Happiness must be a woman
Every year gone by is an old friend, who visited us, accompanied us through the annual highs and lows, as we search for that elusive stripper called Happiness.
Aakash Tablet: Why I REGRET buying it!
Rediff.com's Syed Firdaus Ashraf's excitement knew no bounds when he laid his hands on the 'poor man's iPad'. But the supposedly 'revolutionary' and 'game-changing' piece of technology that sells at Rs 2,500 a piece went kaput in 30 minutes flat. Yes, we are talking about the Aakash Tablet PC. Firdaus pours his heart out.
Top mobile trends of 2011 in India
Here is a look at the mobile industry's performance in the year gone by and how it will perform in 2012.
January 03, 2012
Top 5 smartphones that record amazing videos
Top smartphones that can record videos at 1080p HD quality.
January 02, 2012
TOP 10 tech trends to watch out for in 2012
Here is a sneak preview of some of the biggest trends we'll witness in the tech world this year.
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