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Can HTC's One mini take on Samsung's S4 mini?

Can HTC's One mini take on Samsung's S4 mini?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2013

Apart from the absence of a memory card slot and smaller battery this new entrant in the market has the potential to take the crown among the battle of the minis.

Gadget review: Should you go for Samsung Galaxy Note?

Gadget review: Should you go for Samsung Galaxy Note?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2011

It is neither the smartphone, as we know it. Nor it is the tablet, as we know it. This is the perfect example of the hybrid device -- slots in perfectly between the smartphone and tablet. While it may not appeal to everyone, the performance boost is undeniable. The Note pricey, but at the same time it is a niche device as well. Meant for those who find a tablet too big, but at the same time, find the 4.0-inch smartphones a little too small!

V-Day: Amazing gadgets your partner will LOVE

V-Day: Amazing gadgets your partner will LOVE

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Rediff.com's Ashish Narsale presents a list of gadgets that will fit your budget and instantly impress your bae.

Can Apple Pay repeat its US success story in India?

Can Apple Pay repeat its US success story in India?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2017

iPhone, which accounts for just 3% of sales in India's 100 million-plus annual smartphone market, plans to partner an existing player

iPhone8, 8 Plus to cost Rs 64,000; X priced at Rs 89K

iPhone8, 8 Plus to cost Rs 64,000; X priced at Rs 89K

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

These will be available at Apple authorised retailers from September 29

Govt gets its act together as Korean investments threatened

Govt gets its act together as Korean investments threatened

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

The government is believed to be working on a strategy to resolve the matter related to Wednesday's Supreme Court order asking Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Kun-hee to appear within six weeks before the Ghaziabad trial court in a pending payment case.

'Made in India' iPhone 12 soon as manufacturers get govt's nod

'Made in India' iPhone 12 soon as manufacturers get govt's nod

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

The US tech major is planning to begin local production of its upcoming iPhone 12 by next April - within six months of its launch.

LG to launch smartphones with curved display

LG to launch smartphones with curved display

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

Last month Samsung said that it will launch smartphones with curved display in October.

In 8-10 months, stage will be set for India's semiconductor biz: Minister

In 8-10 months, stage will be set for India's semiconductor biz: Minister

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

The government will undertake a detailed evaluation of applications it has received in response to the mega semiconductor scheme and expects to complete the entire process and sign agreements with companies in next 8-10 months, according to Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw. Vaishnaw said he is happy with the response that came in within a short period of time, when the ministry invited applications under the Rs 76,000 crore semiconductor programme. The government is confident of seeing one of the big global players in semiconductor industry coming in the next round, Vaishnaw told PTI in an interview. He asserted that many other players too are "seriously evaluating" India's semiconductor programme, and that the ministry is in discussions with several companies.

Challenges and opportunities for Jio chairman Akash Ambani

Challenges and opportunities for Jio chairman Akash Ambani

Rediff.com8 Jul 2022

Akash Ambani's first big job as he takes over as chairman of Reliance Jio, the group's telecom arm, is a no-brainer - he has to get his company through the long-awaited 5G auctions that are a few weeks away. But his bigger job, analysts said, will be to lead the transformation of the telecom company into a tech giant, a process that is underway as it seeks to list in the US. Insiders said there has been plenty of debate within the company's top executives on the auction strategy.

Will Asus Fonepad 7 compete with Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Neo?

Will Asus Fonepad 7 compete with Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Neo?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

Despite a faster processor and a bunch of new apps, the Asus Fonepad 7 falls short on many fronts.

Galaxy Tab S2 has amazing features but battery life disappoints

Galaxy Tab S2 has amazing features but battery life disappoints

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

Samsung's latest flagship tablet, the Galaxy Tab S2, is a step up from last year's model.

Apple takes a big bite out of locked down India, posts record JFM sales

Apple takes a big bite out of locked down India, posts record JFM sales

Rediff.com14 May 2021

Apple was a fringe player in all key categories like smartphones, notebooks, and tablets till recently. But with the last quarter's record-breaking performance, the brand has established itself in the country's price-sensitive consumer electronics market.

Snapchat touches 100 mn user mark in India

Snapchat touches 100 mn user mark in India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2021

Photo-messaging app Snapchat on Wednesday said its monthly user base has reached 100 million in the country, and the company will continue to anchor its efforts towards growing and providing more resources to its community of Indian creators. Snap Inc, the parent company of Snapchat, virtually hosted the second edition of 'Snap in India'. At the event, Snap co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel announced the milestone of reaching 100 million Snapchatters monthly in India.

Why Indian companies now prefer online launches

Why Indian companies now prefer online launches

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

What is driving the digital-first approach of traditional, legacy brands? Apart from the growing adoption of the internet in the country, brands are drawn to the agility of the medium.

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.

Noida, Chennai's electronics hubs in total lockdown

Noida, Chennai's electronics hubs in total lockdown

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The usually busy Greater Noida expressway is empty except small groups of commuters that gather at its sidelines, seeking lift from every passing vehicle.

Now Jio plans to cover 99% of India's population by Diwali

Now Jio plans to cover 99% of India's population by Diwali

Rediff.com27 Feb 2018

As part of its expansion plans, Jio has announced the roll-out of Internet of Things (IoT) services in association with Samsung, which will help consumers and enterprises.

Is Xiaomi's 108 megapixel phone worth Rs 2 lakh?

Is Xiaomi's 108 megapixel phone worth Rs 2 lakh?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

With a massive 108 megapixel camera and bezel-less wrap around display, Xiaomi's Mi Mix Alpha comes in a protective glass body that may tempt you to own it. But is it worth the price?

India's first CDMA Android smartphone at Rs 19,900

India's first CDMA Android smartphone at Rs 19,900

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

Samsung Galaxy i899 will offer an enhanced experience of seamless speed data on the move, offering speeds of up to 3.1 Mbps to Reliance Mobile customers.

Pegatron to assemble Apple iPhones in Tamil Nadu, after Foxconn

Pegatron to assemble Apple iPhones in Tamil Nadu, after Foxconn

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

The company is planning to invest Rs 1,100 crore in the new mobile phone manufacturing facility.

OMG, Micromax has arrived!

OMG, Micromax has arrived!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2014

The home-grown company has recently become the largest mobile phone seller in India. Vipul Vivek explains why Micromax devices have caught the fancy of users.

World's top 5 smartphone companies

World's top 5 smartphone companies

Rediff.com28 Jan 2014

The growth of Chinese manufacturers is shaking up the smartphone industry.

MPs to get iPads to access Parliamentary papers

MPs to get iPads to access Parliamentary papers

Rediff.com7 Aug 2011

Members of Parliament will now be able to access Parliamentary documents on their Apple iPads and Samsung tablets - Samsung Galaxy Tab.

Exchange an old phone for BlackBerry Z30, get Rs 5,000 off

Exchange an old phone for BlackBerry Z30, get Rs 5,000 off

Rediff.com20 Jun 2014

Samsung and Apple already have similar offers on their flagship Galaxy and iPhone ranges.

Brands use missed call service to boost consumer experience

Brands use missed call service to boost consumer experience

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

Business houses are using missed called services to improve customer interface.

White House testing smartphones other than Blackberry

White House testing smartphones other than Blackberry

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

So far Blackberry has been the only and the preferred smart phone of choice for the White House, including President Barack Obama.

OnePlus dials into Bharat to beat competition

OnePlus dials into Bharat to beat competition

Rediff.com27 Oct 2019

In October, OnePlus said, it recorded Rs 500 crore of revenue in only the first two days of the festive sale on Amazon.in. The firm is looking at going beyond the metro cities by scaling up its offline stores to over 5,000 and setting up more than 100 'experience centres' in the top 50 cities by next year.

Phone or camera? Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom put to test!

Phone or camera? Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom put to test!

Rediff.com5 Sep 2013

Does the Zoom, an offshoot of the flagship Galaxy S4 that released recently, make for a worthwhile camera?

How OnePlus became the No.1 smartphone in India

How OnePlus became the No.1 smartphone in India

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

The five-year-old Chinese brand's assent to the summit comes after a year of astounding rise -- often growing by over 200 percent a quarter, reports Arnab Dutta.

The 6 most EXCITING gadgets in 2020

The 6 most EXCITING gadgets in 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2019

From OnePlus' Concept One smartphone to the Microsoft Xbox Series X, Khalid Anzar lists the top 6 gadgets we can look forward to in 2020.

Micromax to raise up to $1 bn from global investors

Micromax to raise up to $1 bn from global investors

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Micromax to raise up to $1 bn from global investors.

Panasonic P51 is no match for Samsung Galaxy S III

Panasonic P51 is no match for Samsung Galaxy S III

Rediff.com23 Jun 2013

Is Panasonic P51 worth buying for Rs 22,500? In terms of design, performance, camera and battery it is worth buying, but memory and processor speed are not up to the mark as compared to its competitors (Samsung Galaxy S III, LG Optimus Vu).

Smartphones and tabs: What's coming out of these giants' bag in 2014?

Smartphones and tabs: What's coming out of these giants' bag in 2014?

Rediff.com1 Jan 2014

Shruti Puri, who keeps her ears tuned to the Internet chatter and the buzzing grapevine it hosts, offers a sneak peak into what all smartphones and tablets are coming your way in the New Year

Telecom biggies are ignoring Chinese firms for 5G trial

Telecom biggies are ignoring Chinese firms for 5G trial

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

The move comes against the backdrop of the US and some of its allies banning the purchase of Chinese telecom gear over security concerns and pressuring other countries to follow suit.

20 gadgets to look forward to this year

20 gadgets to look forward to this year

Rediff.com10 Jan 2014

Consumer Electronics Show gives a preview of the amazing gadgets that will come out in the market in the future, as most leading technology companies announce their products in the trade show. Here are 20 products that stand out from this year's event.

Galaxy Note 3 Neo: Is powerful, long lasting; but expensive

Galaxy Note 3 Neo: Is powerful, long lasting; but expensive

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

The phone is well endowed but comes at a price of Rs 35,000, which is a dampener.

Your discarded smartphones, TVs, computers can harm YOU!

Your discarded smartphones, TVs, computers can harm YOU!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2013

Electronic waste, if not disposed of carefully, can cause cancer, infertility and severe mental dysfunction apart from polluting the environment.

The best smartphone news from CES

The best smartphone news from CES

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

These upcoming phones might have the coolest tech of 2018.

Galaxy Note 3: Takes the phablet craze one step further

Galaxy Note 3: Takes the phablet craze one step further

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

It's light weight, has a long battery life and a HD display; but is also pricey.