Get ready for more firepower as smartphone makers plan to dazzle you with high processing power, bigger RAMs and of course, cameras that come with beastly megapixels.
While Star was expecting around Rs 1,800 crore as ad revenues from the television and digital media, it may end up getting Rs 1,500-1,600 crore now, after factoring in the washouts and India not being able to reach the final.
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One of Apple's suppliers, Salcomp, will invest Rs 2,000 crore over the next five years to make components at a Nokia plant in Chennai. The facility, which has been closed for nearly 10 years, will be revived and made operational from March 2020.
Selfies won't be going out of fashion anytime soon. And smartphone makers are cashing in.
If you are an avid gamer, the iQOO3 is packed with features that is meant to tempt you, says Ashish Narsale.
Yes you heard it right, will you buy this Xiaomi's signature edition of its flagship Redmi K20 Pro just launched.
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The SoundOne X60 neckband wireless Bluetooth earphones are good, affordable and comes with decent sound and battery life, says Ashish Narsale.
Young consumers said that Oppo's constant focus on camera prowess and its long-lasting batteries remained at the top of their mind
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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.
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.
Looking inside the unconventional flagship smartphone.
The sensor lies embedded underneath the OLED display which is almost invisible.
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!
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
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.
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.
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).
Not only is this hidden from the user, it's often unrelated to the app's purpose.
Google's new Nexus models are hands down the show-stealers of the season.
Its growth has been driven by discounts rather than enticing new customers to its platform
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.
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
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.
This budget-friendly smartphone can also compete with Google Pixel 2!
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.
At Rs 24,999, the Xiaomi Mi 5 has a lot going as a flagship.
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.
BlackBerry Leap is a sturdy and an elegant device.
It's a good deal for those looking for stock Android experience without compromising.
Budget smartphones will rule the market in 2015.
Place it within Rs 30,000-35,000, and it becomes an automatic recommendation, says Himanshu Juneja
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