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Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com looks at the latest phone in the market.
Yes you heard it right, will you buy this Xiaomi's signature edition of its flagship Redmi K20 Pro just launched.
HTC's new offering gets the basics of a premium smartphone just right and if you're not too picky or flashy, this phone is for you.
While you must have seen the 'Best 4G smartphones money can buy', here's another list for those who value money and yet don't compromise on quality of smartphones they buy!
If you are an avid gamer, the iQOO3 is packed with features that is meant to tempt you, says Ashish Narsale.
Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com lists the pros and the cons.
Young consumers said that Oppo's constant focus on camera prowess and its long-lasting batteries remained at the top of their mind
How exciting is the Vivo Nex 3? Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com lets you know.
The sensor lies embedded underneath the OLED display which is almost invisible.
The software is pure Android, the fingerprint sensor is 99 per cent accurate and very responsive and the notch doesn't bother me yet, says Veer Arjun Singh.
French hacker Elliot Alderson had earlier pointed out UIDAI helpline (1800-300-1947) could just be "the tip of the iceberg", hinting there could be additional data or trackers on Indian phone manufacturers' devices.
The Honor 9 Lite sports a premium glass design, dual-camera set-ups on the front and rear, and a futuristic 18:9 aspect ratio screen at a starting price of Rs 10,999, says Khalid Anzar
Google's new Nexus models are hands down the show-stealers of the season.
Not only is this hidden from the user, it's often unrelated to the app's purpose.
Its growth has been driven by discounts rather than enticing new customers to its platform
Samsung is betting on core capabilities like R&D to stay prepared for the new wave of technologies like 5G and IoT (internet of things).
USISPF slammed government's move and alleged that the amendments announced were without any consultation and are akin to changing rules in the middle of the game.
Foxconn is yet to submit its land requirements to the Maharashtra government to set up its factories.
Why the new LG smartphone is worth a try.
According to analysts, most of the growth in the smartphone space will come from existing users, who will be lured to upgrade their handsets as new features and technologies turn existing features redundant, says Arnab Dutta.
While the 'Made in China' tag continues to be dominant as far as handsets in India go, things are beginning to change.
After posting a net loss of $265 million and with more loses being predicted for the next quarter, things are definitely not looking good for HTC Mobiles, says Siddhy Shetty
BlackBerry Leap is a sturdy and an elegant device.
To beat its rivals, Nokia has done what most Chinese brands did soon after they entered the Indian market. Tied up with a well-known Bollywood actor as endorser, associated with cricket and established fan engagement initiatives, reports T E Narasimhan.
To promote localisation of manufacturing and reduce its import bill, the government increased basic customs duty on mobile handsets - from 10 per cent to 15 per cent.
Though the Honor 10 lacks an optimised notch screen and stereo speakers, its sleek look and fast performance make it a winner in the mid-range flagship segment, says Khalid Anzar.
It's a good deal for those looking for stock Android experience without compromising.
Budget smartphones will rule the market in 2015.
This budget-friendly smartphone can also compete with Google Pixel 2!
Most brands are trying to make it big in the sub-Rs 15,000 range.
At Rs 24,999, the Xiaomi Mi 5 has a lot going as a flagship.
Place it within Rs 30,000-35,000, and it becomes an automatic recommendation, says Himanshu Juneja
The Honor carries good features all around itself. But it is not without its quirks either. Thankfully, these are few and not likely to dent its prospects hugely
At Rs 8,999 Micromax's 4G phone is pitched against the likes of Xiaomi, OnePlus and Oppo. But will it steal the limelight from these budget-smartphone worthies?
The number of smartphones booked during the initial hours was 30,000.