News for '-android'

No more 'N-word': Scrabble players look to bar racist or homophobic slurs

No more 'N-word': Scrabble players look to bar racist or homophobic slurs

Rediff.com7 Jul 2020

Language has become a hotly debated topic after protests against racism following the death of George Floyd in US police custody on May 25, with bands, consumer brands, and buildings and roads named after slave traders renamed.

The Oppo F7 review that goes beyond the selfie

The Oppo F7 review that goes beyond the selfie

Rediff.com1 May 2018

We analysed the smartphone on several parameters to test its overall capabilities.

Mitashi launches handset for senior citizens

Mitashi launches handset for senior citizens

Rediff.com21 Oct 2014

India has 5 per cent of its population over the age of 65 and this in itself presents a big potential market.

First look: Why the Realme 5 series seems exciting!

First look: Why the Realme 5 series seems exciting!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2019

Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com looks at the latest phone in the market.

Intelligence Bureau wants to block 'We Phone' app

Intelligence Bureau wants to block 'We Phone' app

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

The software facilitates spoofing of caller id and is difficult to identify to locate or identify actual caller.

Google Moto X launched to take on Apple and Samsung

Google Moto X launched to take on Apple and Samsung

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Motorola today launched its first flagship smartphone Moto X, after being taken over by Google, to take on competition from Apple and Samsung.

10 things you must know about LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6P

10 things you must know about LG Nexus 5X and Huawei Nexus 6P

Rediff.com23 Oct 2015

Read this before you make a decision to buy one of these Google smartphones.

10.or D review: A worthy challenger to budget phones

10.or D review: A worthy challenger to budget phones

Rediff.com25 Jan 2018

Here's why it's highly recommended for those looking for an affordable phone with latest features.

Dell's Streak tablet-phone in India now; Priced at 35K

Dell's Streak tablet-phone in India now; Priced at 35K

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

Dell has launched the 5-inch Dell Streak, a tablet-cum-phone at Rs 35,000, which will become one of the biggest phones in the country.

Graduates, do you have these job skills?

Graduates, do you have these job skills?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2019

These skills will give you an edge over the competition.

'Identity theft is the biggest threat from Aadhaar'

'Identity theft is the biggest threat from Aadhaar'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2018

Over the past few weeks, an anonymous person, claiming to be a French mobile app developer, has been using his Twitter account to flag security concerns in the Aadhaar system. Recently, the account released a video showing a hack into the Aadhaar application (app). The Unique Identification Authority of India has maintained that Aadhaar remains safe and secure. Mayank Jain spoke to Robert Baptiste, the man behind the Twitter account called 'Elliot Alderson', to understand the way forward for citizens to keep their information safe.

Why competitors are worried about Xiaomi's POCO F1

Why competitors are worried about Xiaomi's POCO F1

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

Why Ashish Narsale is looking forward to its launch.

The OnePlus 7 review

The OnePlus 7 review

Rediff.com24 Jul 2019

The OnePlus 7 is a leader by natural selection. Just don't expect any surprise enhancements, says Veer Arjun Singh.

Going cashless? Watch out for these risks

Going cashless? Watch out for these risks

Rediff.com17 Dec 2016

Now that you have already downloaded mobile wallets and all set to go cashless/digital with your payments to the local grocer, cabbie, maid, etc, here's what you must watch out for, says Tripti Rai.

Meet Google Nexus 5X and 6P

Meet Google Nexus 5X and 6P

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

With both the Nexus phones touted to be the first to carry Android's Marshmallow edition, the latest offerings from Google seem tempting, but surely, gone are the days of cheap Nexus phones, says Himanshu Juneja

Impress your Valentine with these smartphones

Impress your Valentine with these smartphones

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

We sincerely hope this list suits your requirement and this Valentine's Day brings all the love and joy in your life.

Smartphone apps may be secretly stealing your data: study

Smartphone apps may be secretly stealing your data: study

Rediff.com4 Apr 2017

Researchers conducted the first ever large-scale and systematic study of exactly how the trusty apps on Android phones are able to talk to one another and trade information

Is contactless payment safe?

Is contactless payment safe?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2020

Almost all banks that issue contactless cards provide users with a 100 per cent liability cover.

Motorola to sell smartwatch for Rs 17,999

Motorola to sell smartwatch for Rs 17,999

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

Samsung's Gear Live is available in India for about Rs 15,900, while LG's G Watch is priced at Rs 14,999.

Nissan Magnite is the latest addition to compact SUV segment

Nissan Magnite is the latest addition to compact SUV segment

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

It's got the looks, it's got the features, but the Magnite's success will depend on its pricing, says Rajesh Karkera.

What's special about Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium's camera

What's special about Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium's camera

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Sony mobile heats up the debate as "which is the best camera phone around?" by introducing its Xperia XZ2 Premium

OnePlus X: An attractive buy for Rs 16,999

OnePlus X: An attractive buy for Rs 16,999

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

The OnePlus X has a 13-megapixel (MP) back camera, which can click excellent outdoor shots.

Your holiday Guiddoo

Your holiday Guiddoo

Rediff.com23 Jun 2017

Available on both Android and iOS, the company has partnered with Cleartrip and Yatra. Shameen Alauddin reports.

Xolo launches 'world's fastest tablet' at Rs 17,999

Xolo launches 'world's fastest tablet' at Rs 17,999

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

Premium smart devices brand Xolo launched a 7-inch tablet for Rs 17,999, which it claims to be the world's fastest in the segment.

Apple pulls a Google to get more Indian users on to its OS

Apple pulls a Google to get more Indian users on to its OS

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

Nearly 92% of the 250-mn smartphones run on Android.

Hansel, the name app developers trust

Hansel, the name app developers trust

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

By facilitating instant changes on both Android and iOS apps, this platform allows mobile developers to fix bugs without user drop-offs or uninstalls. Abhishek Jejani reports.

Samsung to unveil stunning S5 in India at Rs 51,000

Samsung to unveil stunning S5 in India at Rs 51,000

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

Samsung also launched three wearable devices, Gear 2,priced at Rs 21,900, and the Gear Fit and Gear 2 Neo, costing Rs 15,900 each.

Nokia to roll out X+, XL in Q2

Nokia to roll out X+, XL in Q2

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

Nokia India on Thursday announced to roll out Android-based smart phone 'X', with a price tag of Rs 8,599.

Why Apple should be worried!

Why Apple should be worried!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Xiaomi's latest smartphone Mi4 surely can give Apple's iPhones serious competition, says Shruti Puri, and could dent sales of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus that helped Apple post fantastic quarterly numbers recently.

Competition Law in Digital Platform Era

Competition Law in Digital Platform Era

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

Are we running a cricket match using football rules, asks Ajit Balakrishnan.

Nokia: Is the baap of all phones arriving?

Nokia: Is the baap of all phones arriving?

Rediff.com9 May 2017

With the India launch of Nokia 3, Nokia 5 and Nokia 6 confirmed, buzz around the launch of the flagship Nokia 8 grows.

Vivo V1 Max: A stylish phone with great features

Vivo V1 Max: A stylish phone with great features

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

V1Max runs Vivo's FunTouch 2.1 operating system, which is based on Android 5.0 Lollipop.

Now, a WhatsApp for small businesses

Now, a WhatsApp for small businesses

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

A beta version has already been launched in select markets.

Amazing phablets you can buy under Rs 20,000

Amazing phablets you can buy under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

The Zenfone 6 is based on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean operating system but is upgradable to Android 4.4 KitKat version.

Review: TicPods Free wireless earbuds

Review: TicPods Free wireless earbuds

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

Are they worth Rs 8,499? Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com finds out.

Railways to launch an App to book tickets in unreserved category

Railways to launch an App to book tickets in unreserved category

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

Come April 23 and rail commuters can use a mobile phone App to obtain tickets in the unreserved category.

Moto G3 is an impressive smartphone

Moto G3 is an impressive smartphone

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

Overall, at Rs 12,999, Moto G 3rd Gen is an impressive device that can emerge to be a winner in the segment.

20 best smartphones launched in April

20 best smartphones launched in April

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

Nokia announced its flagship device based on new Windows OS while Samsung got its flagship Galaxy S5 to Indian market

Micromax launches 'Canvas Doodle 3' for Rs 8,500

Micromax launches 'Canvas Doodle 3' for Rs 8,500

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

Homegrown handset maker Micromax on Tuesday launched its new six-inch phablet 'Canvas Doodle 3' for Rs 8,500.

India bound: Honda unveils facelifted 2016 Accord

India bound: Honda unveils facelifted 2016 Accord

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

The mid-life refreshed Accord comes with stylistic changes along with added features while mechanically it remains unaltered