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Huawei P9: Excellent looks, tricky camera, no 4K shooting

Huawei P9: Excellent looks, tricky camera, no 4K shooting

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

Place it within Rs 30,000-35,000, and it becomes an automatic recommendation, says Himanshu Juneja

Apple iPad Air 2, mini 3 to be available in India from Nov 29

Apple iPad Air 2, mini 3 to be available in India from Nov 29

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

In Air 2, Apple has upgraded main camera to 8 megapixel while camera in iPad mini 3 remains the same at 5 MP.

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2017

Fixed-line Internet is consistent and translates into a better experience for users.

Centre hands over Burdwan blast case to NIA

Centre hands over Burdwan blast case to NIA

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

The Centre on Thursday decided to hand over to the National Investigation Agency the probe into the bomb blast in Burdwan in West Bengal in which the role of terror groups is suspected, a decision which the Trinamool Congress government said was taken suo motu.

Shocking! An Honour Killing in Mumbai

Shocking! An Honour Killing in Mumbai

Rediff.com22 Jul 2019

A pregnant woman is murdered in cold blood in the heart of suburban Mumbai. By her father who didn't want her to marry the man she did.

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The new Audi R8 V10 is a super-fast car that is also intelligent

Yu Yureka Plus: Amazing features but battery life is a letdown

Yu Yureka Plus: Amazing features but battery life is a letdown

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

The Yu Yureka Plus from Micromax has a few good things to offer.

'It was good to be without a phone during the shoot'

'It was good to be without a phone during the shoot'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

Pooja Jhaveri gives us an insight into Right Right and her future projects, including an upcoming Tamil film with Dhanush.

Microsoft Lumia 535 will be a hit among selfie lovers

Microsoft Lumia 535 will be a hit among selfie lovers

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

The much-awaited Lumia 535 has hit the stores in India.

Why 'Make in India' is not viable for Microsoft Mobile

Why 'Make in India' is not viable for Microsoft Mobile

Rediff.com27 Nov 2014

All future smartphones from Microsoft will be under the Microsoft brand, which means Nokia brand will now be phased out.

BlackBerry dials Samsung; to provide security software

BlackBerry dials Samsung; to provide security software

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

The system will wed BlackBerry's security platform with the South Korean company's own security software for its Galaxy devices.

'India must stop further roll out of Aadhaar'

'India must stop further roll out of Aadhaar'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

The protection of individual security and privacy is critical to building safe online systems, say Mitchell Baker and Ankit Gadgil.

Sheena Bora Trial: The driver says bye

Sheena Bora Trial: The driver says bye

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

Tuesday was the last that Courtroom 51 saw of Shyamvar Rai, accused No 3 and approver in the Sheena Bora murder trial. True to form, Rai's final hours in the witness box were rather acrimonious. His cross-examination at several points turned downright ugly.

Moto X has a brilliant design but lacks removable battery slot

Moto X has a brilliant design but lacks removable battery slot

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

Voice control and motion actions are now under one app called Moto.

How to bet on elections

How to bet on elections

Rediff.com16 Nov 2015

Given the Indian electoral system, the racecourse totaliser (tote) would be a near-ideal model for election betting.

10 arguments on demonetisation I am fed up of

10 arguments on demonetisation I am fed up of

Rediff.com23 Nov 2016

In all the time he has spent in bank and ATM queues, these are the 10 arguments that were being thrown at him constantly by those supporting the demonetisation, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Sizzling hot: Most popular smartphones in 2015

Sizzling hot: Most popular smartphones in 2015

Rediff.com27 May 2015

They belong to different budget segments but when it comes to features and looks these seven stand out in the crowd.

'Aadhaar is a major national security risk'

'Aadhaar is a major national security risk'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2018

'If your data is hacked you cannot go to court. Only UIDAI can go to court.' 'UIDAI is lying that Aadhaar is completely secure.'

Angus Deaton wins Nobel Prize for economics

Angus Deaton wins Nobel Prize for economics

Rediff.com13 Oct 2015

Deaton was at a loss when asked what the future held.

Akali leader 'abducted' in Hong Kong freed; accused held in Punjab

Akali leader 'abducted' in Hong Kong freed; accused held in Punjab

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

A senior ruling Akali Dal leader of Punjab and two other persons from the state, who were allegedly been kidnapped in Hong Kong where they went to finalise a land deal, have been freed unharmed and the prime accused in the case arrested, police said.

Sports Shorts: Sameer, Gurusaidutt to meet in Hyderabad Open semis

Sports Shorts: Sameer, Gurusaidutt to meet in Hyderabad Open semis

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

Top seed Sameer, who won the Swiss Open earlier this year, had to dig deep into his reservoir to outwit compatriot Pratul Joshi 16-21, 26-24, 21-7 in 55 minutes. In another quarter-final, Gurusaidutt, a former Commonwealth Games bronze medallist, recovered from a game down to beat Malaysia's Lim Chi Wing 13-21, 22-20, 21-11 in 59 minutes.

How localisation is the key to India's growth

How localisation is the key to India's growth

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

There is a new energy in 2015 and a new breed of young, ambitious innovators and entrepreneurs who are coming up with creative solutions to many of India's problems, says Mallika Kapur.

Redmi 2: Wow or not?

Redmi 2: Wow or not?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

While it is not a huge leap when compared to its predecessor, the company has succeeded in again taking few steps towards achieving the best smartphone there is in the sub Rs 10k category.

Will the 'Force' be with this Moto X?

Will the 'Force' be with this Moto X?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2016

The Moto X Force carries a brilliant screen, pretty good camera, and the battery woes have been taken care of as well. The shatterproof screen is definitely a great plus, but the missing OIS, stereo speakers and the absent finger print scanner, all these are glaring omissions, says Himanshu Juneja.

Ranaghat robbery and rape: 'Nuns had received threatening calls'

Ranaghat robbery and rape: 'Nuns had received threatening calls'

Rediff.com23 Mar 2015

Indrani Roy/Rediff.com visits Ranaghat in West Bengal's Nadia district, the scene of the horrific rape of a 72-year-old nun, and encounters a clueless police and a frightened Christian community.

A Chinese phone with an 'i' for India

A Chinese phone with an 'i' for India

Rediff.com14 May 2015

A successor to Mi 4, the 'i' in 4i reflects Xiaomi's focus on India even as the Chinese company is losing ground to Apple on home turf.

The new budget king!

The new budget king!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2015

The ZenFone 2 Laser has turned out to be a solid option in the sub-Rs 10,000 category, says Himanshu Juneja.

Saradha probe: CBI seeks logistical support from Bengal govt

Saradha probe: CBI seeks logistical support from Bengal govt

Rediff.com1 Jun 2014

The apex court had last month handed over the case to CBI and asked the state governments to provide all logistical help to the CBI team probing the matter.

Can Desire 828 bring back HTC's lost glory?

Can Desire 828 bring back HTC's lost glory?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

Finally, with its back against the wall, HTC has realised that it needs to rise to the occasion, and start the journey again. The introduction of mid-range handsets from the company shows intent, and drew our attention towards the HTC Desire 828. Here is what we found...

Take that Xiaomi: Micromax Yu Yureka is here!

Take that Xiaomi: Micromax Yu Yureka is here!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

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?

This is what Facebook wants WhatsApp to do

This is what Facebook wants WhatsApp to do

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

And how you can get out of it...

Pramila Jayapal eyes Washington State Senate

Pramila Jayapal eyes Washington State Senate

Rediff.com15 May 2014

Pramila Jayapal, founder and former executive director of One America -- the largest immigrant advocacy organisation in Washington State -- is running for State Senate from the 37th District.

Top 7 tablets under Rs 20,000

Top 7 tablets under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

This list does not follow any particular ranking, but remains a collection of the most popular tablets in this price category.

'Costly smartphones are affordable luxury now'

'Costly smartphones are affordable luxury now'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

The company has identified India as one of the two key markets in South Asia.

Top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000

Top 10 smartphones under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com27 Dec 2015

The under Rs 20,000 price category is a sweet spot for the consumers, who wish to have a great smartphone, but are not willing to shell out a lot of cash to own one.

Is India ready for Samsung Galaxy S8?

Is India ready for Samsung Galaxy S8?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2017

Ashish Narsale asks if you will be able to hold this bezel-less flagship phone on the road or juggle it in a train, like you do with other phones, or share memory-heavy 4k videos?

Xiaomi Mi 5 review: Going premium

Xiaomi Mi 5 review: Going premium

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

In order to shrug off its budget phone manufacturer's image, Xiaomi has attempted to give the Mi 5 not only a slicker,stylish look but also top-end hardware than its other devices.

Here's Yotaphone, the world's first dual-screen phone!

Here's Yotaphone, the world's first dual-screen phone!

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

The back screen is the Yotaphone's second screen that uses the electronic paper technology and this screen never turns off - even when you are out of battery.

Should you buy the LG V20 for Rs 55k?

Should you buy the LG V20 for Rs 55k?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

Despite some niggles, LG's fagship V20 is feature loaded and definitely worthy, says Himanshu Juneja

How good is the OnePlus 5?

How good is the OnePlus 5?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2017

Is the OnePlus 5 old wine in a new bottle?