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Google Now comes to iPhone, challenging Siri

Google Now comes to iPhone, challenging Siri

Rediff.com30 Apr 2013

Apple's software is a growing threat to the No. 1 search engine.

The INSIDE of a smartphone is what really matters

The INSIDE of a smartphone is what really matters

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Seamless integration and intuitive flow of information between mobile OS & hardware is the only make-or-break feature.

First impression: LG Optimus G Pro

First impression: LG Optimus G Pro

Rediff.com5 Jul 2013

The phone features a 13 megapixel rear shooter, which took sharp images with the flash, but was a tad slow in focussing. Also, the flash misfires sometimes.

Samsung takes more smartphone market share from Apple

Samsung takes more smartphone market share from Apple

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

Of the top five vendors, only Apple lost market share, while LG Electronics Inc, Huawei and ZTE Corp making incremental gains.

Reviewers worldwide give thumbs down to Galaxy S4

Reviewers worldwide give thumbs down to Galaxy S4

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

They feel it's just an updated version of earlier Galaxy S3.

Sanmay, who owned Google.com for 1 minute, gets Rs 8 lakh!

Sanmay, who owned Google.com for 1 minute, gets Rs 8 lakh!

Rediff.com1 Feb 2016

Sanmay Ved, in a post on LinkedIn, had said he chose his award to be donated to the Art of Living's education programme.

2 smartphone apps developed at Startup Village among 10 best

2 smartphone apps developed at Startup Village among 10 best

Rediff.com26 Jun 2013

Both are designed for safety of women.

Review: Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus

Review: Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

Is the phone worth its hefty price tag? Khalid Anzar has the answer.

'I am more interested in human drama'

'I am more interested in human drama'

Rediff.com20 May 2021

'Somewhere, I have to be true to myself. At this point in life, I am more interested in human drama.'

Odisha rolls out first-ever mobile app for investment

Odisha rolls out first-ever mobile app for investment

Rediff.com4 Sep 2015

The 'Invest Odisha' mobile app is currently available on the Android platform.

This app is a Life Saver!

This app is a Life Saver!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2013

Life Saver -- that's the name of the app -- is a bit of an ugly duckling, that later became a swan, says Raghu Mohan.

Facebook Phone HTC First launched for Rs 25,000

Facebook Phone HTC First launched for Rs 25,000

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

Apart from HTC First, Facebook will also make the new user interface available on the Google Play store for other Android users.

Top 6 budget tabs with big screens

Top 6 budget tabs with big screens

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

A list of Android-based tabs that have big screens and are pocket-friendly.

Top 6 Tablets Under Rs 20,000

Top 6 Tablets Under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com22 Mar 2013

How do you choose the best from scores of tablets that sell below Rs 20k? Here are the top 6.

Xolo X1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Grand

Xolo X1000 vs Samsung Galaxy Grand

Rediff.com20 Mar 2013

Read this to know which smartphone is better...

Karbonn to launch 'Smart Tab 1' tablet PC in August

Karbonn to launch 'Smart Tab 1' tablet PC in August

Rediff.com3 Aug 2012

Karbonn Mobiles on Friday said it will launch world's first 'Smart Tab 1' tablet PC loaded with the latest version of Google's Android operating system in the country in August.

Worldwide smartphone users hit 1 billion mark

Worldwide smartphone users hit 1 billion mark

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

Android and Apple iOS combined accounts for the majority of the smartphone market.

With Ambani upping the ante, Jio looks to dial disruption 2.0

With Ambani upping the ante, Jio looks to dial disruption 2.0

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

Jio's global partnerships took shape this year when Jio Platforms, a 100 per cent subsidiary of Reliance Jio which has invested in various digital platforms, was able to woo a bevy of marquee investors: Facebook, Google, Qualcomm, Intel, and a numerous PE funds.

#GadgetWatch: Top four impressive speakers

#GadgetWatch: Top four impressive speakers

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

From the X-mini SUPA to the TAGG Loop, these are sound devices you can't ignore, says Abhik Sen.

Airtel, Vi bat for tariff hike, but Jio is sitting tight

Airtel, Vi bat for tariff hike, but Jio is sitting tight

Rediff.com12 Oct 2020

Vodafone and Bharti have pointed out that, for data, their revenue realisation should be at Rs 30-35 per GB for them to cover their costs as opposed to the current figure of over Rs 11 per GB. But Jio has suggested a gradual increase to Rs 15 per GB and then maybe to Rs 20 per GB after six to nine months.

Review: Samsung Galaxy Grand

Review: Samsung Galaxy Grand

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

You won't regret buying the Samsung Galaxy Grand even if you buy it now for Rs 21,500.

New version of Aakash tablet from Nov 11

New version of Aakash tablet from Nov 11

Rediff.com8 Oct 2012

Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal on Monday said the new version of the low-cost Aakash tablet PC is expected to be available to students on November 11.

Don't want an expensive phone? Check out the Redmi Note 7 Pro

Don't want an expensive phone? Check out the Redmi Note 7 Pro

Rediff.com17 Apr 2019

If a phone under Rs 15,000 is what you're looking for, then this is among the best, says Khalid Anzar.

First Impressions: Nokia's CHEAPEST Windows 8 phone

First Impressions: Nokia's CHEAPEST Windows 8 phone

Rediff.com2 Mar 2013

Nokia Lumia 520 at just 139 euros or Rs 9,800 has potential to challenge its Android rivals.

Will Samsung's gamble on digital camera click?

Will Samsung's gamble on digital camera click?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2012

Its Android-based camera has created a stir.

Samsung Galaxy Note 800: Will YOU buy it at Rs 40,000?

Samsung Galaxy Note 800: Will YOU buy it at Rs 40,000?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

At Rs 40,000, can Samsung Galaxy Note 800 compete with the iPad or the Transformer Prime? Let us find out

HTC launches smartphone to take on Samsung

HTC launches smartphone to take on Samsung

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Icons on the home screen are replaced with a personalised stream of news articles, social networking updates, photos and video.

War time: Google to take these 12 products head on

War time: Google to take these 12 products head on

Rediff.com4 Jul 2012

At the recently concluded annual I/O conference, which is an annual developer-focused event held in San Francisco, California, Google announced several new devices and services.

Rise and fall of a telecom giant

Rise and fall of a telecom giant

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Let's take a look at the rise and fall of the giant.

Would you pay Rs 50,000 for the Google Pixel 5?

Would you pay Rs 50,000 for the Google Pixel 5?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Will the Pixel 5 and the Pixel 4a 5G phones tempt you? Are they worth their price?

iPhone 5 does not 'wow', but. . .

iPhone 5 does not 'wow', but. . .

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

Apple's screen is still smaller than its main rivals.

The man who said no to Google

The man who said no to Google

Rediff.com27 Nov 2012

Ritu Jha meets Vineet Devaiah, the founder of TeliportMe that he believes will give tough competition to Google Street View

Can new launches turn the tide for BlackBerry in India?

Can new launches turn the tide for BlackBerry in India?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Experts feel that BlackBerry's efforts are too little and too late for India, which is a price sensitive market.

The odd, odd world we live in!

The odd, odd world we live in!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2018

Here are 10 photos that prove we live in an incredibly bizarre world.

What makes the Nexus 4 an impressive phone

What makes the Nexus 4 an impressive phone

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Made by LG, for Google, the Nexus 4 is Google's fourth Android smartphone in the Nexus series.

ISI suspect who worked as cook with Indian diplomat in Pak held

ISI suspect who worked as cook with Indian diplomat in Pak held

Rediff.com24 May 2018

Kanyal is accused of passing on confidential information to Pakistan's International Services Intelligence for money while he was in Islamabad

Samsung's Galaxy Note tablet launched for Rs 40K

Samsung's Galaxy Note tablet launched for Rs 40K

Rediff.com25 Aug 2012

The 10.1-inch tablet has quad core 1.4 Ghz processor, 2 GB RAM, Android ICS, dual cameras and some exclusive features.

MTS launches three smartphones

MTS launches three smartphones

Rediff.com22 Aug 2012

SSTL, whose 21 licences are among those cancelled by the Supreme Court in the 2G spectrum case, offers CDMA telephony services under the MTS brand name.

IN PICS: Top 5 gaming smartphones

IN PICS: Top 5 gaming smartphones

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

These devices offer superb gaming experience with lots of features offering true value for money to the buyers also.

What makes Lenovo Smartphone P770 attractive

What makes Lenovo Smartphone P770 attractive

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Lenovo Smartphone P770 has all the juice to keep one hooked to it.