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All about the Konka's Tuxedo W990 smartphone

All about the Konka's Tuxedo W990 smartphone

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

If the first impression were the last impression, then this sleekly finished slim dual-SIM smartphone is sure to win you over despite being heavy.

Mobile recharging gets easy with Paytm

Mobile recharging gets easy with Paytm

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

With options ranging from recharging mobile, data card, DTH, toll card, to making bill payments for mobile, data card, landline and electricity, besides buying bus tickets for anywhere within the country, this free app is ideal for those on the go.

BlackBerry Q10 vs Samsung Galaxy S4

BlackBerry Q10 vs Samsung Galaxy S4

Rediff.com15 Jun 2013

How well does the Rs 44k BlackBerry Q10 with its premium finish and a Qwerty keypad stacks up against Samsung Flagship Galaxy S4?

Google fired 48 employees in 2 yrs for sexual misconduct: Pichai

Google fired 48 employees in 2 yrs for sexual misconduct: Pichai

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

The letter was in response to a New York Times report that Android creator Andy Rubin received a whopping $90 million exit package despite facing misconduct allegations.

First Look: Sony launches the Xperia 5

First Look: Sony launches the Xperia 5

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

The Sony Xperia 5 inherits almost all the features from its flagship sibling, Xperia 1, launched earlier this year.

Lenovo launches 5 smartphones in India

Lenovo launches 5 smartphones in India

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

The number of consumers adopting smarter, wireless technology in the country is on the rise.

Samsung chooses Intel processor for Galaxy Tab 3

Samsung chooses Intel processor for Galaxy Tab 3

Rediff.com31 May 2013

The chipmaker's Clover Trail+ mobile chip will be used in one version of its 10.1-inch tablet.

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.

PHOTOS: Google staff walk out in protest over sexual harassment

PHOTOS: Google staff walk out in protest over sexual harassment

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

The employees are demanding several key changes in how sexual misconduct allegations are dealt with at the technology giant, including a call to end forced arbitration, a move which would make it possible for victims to sue.

Sony Xperia Z tablet: Will you buy it for Rs 47k?

Sony Xperia Z tablet: Will you buy it for Rs 47k?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Coming for a price close to Rs 47,000, it might seem a bit over-priced, but with the features it has been embedded with, this can be one of the best buys, reckons Meenal Singh.

The $30 bn Sale & Leaseback of India's Internet Economy

The $30 bn Sale & Leaseback of India's Internet Economy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2020

India's Internet economy has two choices: An immediate $30 billion Sale-and-Leaseback or a $3 trillion value harvesting over decades, observes Vibhu Arya.

Yahoo FIRES fresh salvo at Google; REBOOTS Flickr

Yahoo FIRES fresh salvo at Google; REBOOTS Flickr

Rediff.com22 May 2013

It also launched a new Android app for phones and tablets in 10 languages.

Samsung launches Galaxy Grand Quattro @ Rs 17,290

Samsung launches Galaxy Grand Quattro @ Rs 17,290

Rediff.com20 May 2013

With a 4.7-inch display, the dual-SIM handset is powered by 1.2GHz quad-core processor, has Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) operating system and a 5 megapixel camera. It comes with an internal memory of 8GB.

Mobile review: Nokia Lumia 720

Mobile review: Nokia Lumia 720

Rediff.com20 May 2013

At Rs 18,999, the Lumia 720 does face tough competition from Android devices but for those who want simplicity in interacting with the device -- Lumia 720 is the best bet.

Big on features, small on price: Top 5 tablets

Big on features, small on price: Top 5 tablets

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

Samsung Tab 2 P3110, Asus MeMo Pad ME172V, Lava E-Tab Xtron+, Google Nexus 7 16 GB and Micromax Funbook P255 all cost under Rs 12,000.

How mobile is the new safety tool for women

How mobile is the new safety tool for women

Rediff.com11 Mar 2013

The rise in crimes against women has brought into focus some ways their constant companion -- the mobile phone -- can help.

Big on features, small on price: Top 5 tablets

Big on features, small on price: Top 5 tablets

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

Samsung Tab 2 P3110, Asus MeMo Pad ME172V, Lava E-Tab Xtron+, Google Nexus 7 16 GB and Micromax Funbook P255 all cost under Rs 12,000.

Why Alexa scores over Google Home

Why Alexa scores over Google Home

Rediff.com3 May 2018

We tried both out.

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.

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.

Apple's shares swallow biggest loss in 4 years

Apple's shares swallow biggest loss in 4 years

Rediff.com6 Dec 2012

Possible higher dividend, capital gains taxes weigh.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hyundai Elite i20 is one of the best premium hatchbacks in the market today

Hyundai Elite i20 is one of the best premium hatchbacks in the market today

Rediff.com15 May 2019

One of the main selling points of the i20 is its easy to drive nature.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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