News for 'smart phones'

More senior professionals using mobiles for job search

More senior professionals using mobiles for job search

Rediff.com3 Dec 2012

Job search by senior professionals is a very personal and confidential activity. Smart phones and tablets allow users to do their job search on the move.

'Jal Jungle Zameen Trumped Roti Beti Mati'

'Jal Jungle Zameen Trumped Roti Beti Mati'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

'Jairam Mahto's new party dented the NDA because he pulled a lot of the OBC vote.'

RIM launches 3G version of Pearl

RIM launches 3G version of Pearl

Rediff.com10 Jun 2010

RIM's global chief marketing officer, Keith Pardy, told reporters that the new model has got the 'highest screen resolution and fastest' and drew parallels, stating 'it is like a power-packed Ferrari engine put into a small smart phone.'

How to get discounts from your mobile app

How to get discounts from your mobile app

Rediff.com14 Oct 2011

So, here's another app -- Red Anar -- that not only allows you to explore a city, but also promises to find offers and promotions near you. How's that? Read on . . .

Cybercriminals targetting PDA, smartphone users

Cybercriminals targetting PDA, smartphone users

Rediff.com27 Nov 2009

This was against the earlier trend of cybercriminals accessing personal computers of individuals for financial gain, says a study.

Bhopal citizens up in arms against felling of trees for VVIP bungalows

Bhopal citizens up in arms against felling of trees for VVIP bungalows

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

A top Madhya Pradesh government official, however, said on Saturday that no such plan has been finalised.

Xiaomi plans to focus on Rs 20,000-50,000 range in premium market

Xiaomi plans to focus on Rs 20,000-50,000 range in premium market

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Chinese giant Xiaomi is going for the premium segment with a view to grabbing market share in the Rs 20,000 to Rs 50,000 smart phone market as well as having offerings up to Rs 70,000 where players like One Plus, Samsung, Vivo and Apple are key players. "Two years ago, the Rs 20,000 plus smart phone market which is considered premium in India was very small. "Out of every 100 phones sold, only 10 were above this price mark. "However, in the last two years, it suddenly grew and we thought it was big enough for us to focus on now," said Manu Kumar Jain, managing director, Xiaomi India.

Jio postpones roll-out of phone developed with Google to Diwali

Jio postpones roll-out of phone developed with Google to Diwali

Rediff.com10 Sep 2021

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio on Friday announced deferring the roll-out of the JioPhone Next - the low-priced smartphone it has developed with Google - to Diwali. The phone was previously to be launched on September 10. Ambani at the shareholder meeting of his flagship Reliance Industries in June, had stated that the JioPhone Next will be available for purchase on September 10.

'I'd Love To Romance Rekha Ma'am'

'I'd Love To Romance Rekha Ma'am'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'Romance not in a physical manner maybe, but, you know, where you are just sharing dialogues and looking at each other and conversations are happening.'

Vivo PMLA case: Court extends ED custody of the accused by 3 days

Vivo PMLA case: Court extends ED custody of the accused by 3 days

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

A court in New Delhi on Friday extended by three days the ED custody of four people arrested in a money laundering case against Chinese smart phone maker Vivo, including the managing director of Lava International mobile company and a Chinese national. The four accused were produced before Additional Sessions Judge Devender Kumar Jangala on completion of their three-day ED custody. On Friday, the agency moved four separate applications seeking extension of their custody by 10 days but the court granted it only three more days for custodial interrogation of the accused.

No Gphone, Google bets on Android

No Gphone, Google bets on Android

Rediff.com7 Nov 2007

Google has unveiled an ambitious strategy that will make cellphones cheaper and speed up internet surfing. Google's director of mobile platforms, Andy Rubin, said in a telephonic conversation from the US that the new platform called Android should reduce the prices of today's $500 smart phones to around $100-150 in a year or so. "If there's ever a Gphone, it will be built on the Android platform," he said.

iPad comes to the rescue of sumo wrestlers

iPad comes to the rescue of sumo wrestlers

Rediff.com25 Aug 2010

The Japan Sumo Association plans to gift iPads to improve communication between coaches, wrestlers and association officials.

Savi Review: Anil Kapoor Saves The Day

Savi Review: Anil Kapoor Saves The Day

Rediff.com31 May 2024

Divya Khossla does not have the magnetism to carry a film by herself. If it weren't for Anil Kapoor playing his part with far more gusto than required, Savi would have been tough to sit through, points out Deepa Gehlot.

Jio's low-cost 4G phone beats rivals in non-metro circles

Jio's low-cost 4G phone beats rivals in non-metro circles

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

Jio's adjusted gross revenue share went up by 7 percentage points in Q2FY18-19 over the previous quarter in the circles of the C category.

Is your mobile phone smart enough?

Is your mobile phone smart enough?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2005

Zopo Speed 7 Plus: A great phone, but a bit pricey

Zopo Speed 7 Plus: A great phone, but a bit pricey

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

A 13.2-megapixel (MP) rear camera takes great pictures, even in low light.

PalmOne smartphones @ Rs 23,000

PalmOne smartphones @ Rs 23,000

Rediff.com1 Dec 2004

PalmOne, the global handheld device maker on Thursday expanded its offerings in India by launching a smart phone and a handheld device targeting the enterprise segment within a price range of Rs 23, 000 to Rs 27500. \n

Alibaba puts Internet in cars, plans to take drivers out

Alibaba puts Internet in cars, plans to take drivers out

Rediff.com6 Jul 2016

The race to commercialise driverless cars is far from over with experts predicting that a fully autonomous car will not hit the market until 2020 or later

First time in two decade, currency in circulation declines in Diwali week

First time in two decade, currency in circulation declines in Diwali week

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

The currency in circulation (CIC) declined by Rs 7,600 crore in the Diwali week, making it the first such happening in two decades, a report said on Thursday. This was made possible courtesy of a greater reliance on digital payments by people, the report by economists at SBI said, adding that the Indian economy is undergoing a structural transformation at present. They clarified that the Diwali week in 2009 had also witnessed a marginal Rs 950 crore decline in currency in circulation, but that was purely due to the economic slowdown amid the global financial crisis.

It's a camera, an MP3 player, a cellphone. . .

It's a camera, an MP3 player, a cellphone. . .

Rediff.com16 Jan 2004

The phones -- t918 and t919i -- will cost Rs 25,999 and Rs 30,999, respectively.

What Will Israel Do Next?

What Will Israel Do Next?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

In days of smart, networked technology and no shame over collateral damage, what will blow up next -- cars, mobile phones, TV sets, refrigerators? And where?, asks Shyam G Menon.

Are the Lenovo Smart Band and Smart Scale right for you?

Are the Lenovo Smart Band and Smart Scale right for you?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

How well do they track your health goals and achievements?

70% students use smartphones, more user base in small cities

70% students use smartphones, more user base in small cities

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Nearly six out of 10 post-millennial respondents own a smart phone, but what is remarkable is that the difference in ownership patterns between metros (58.50 per cent) and mini metros (59.36 per cent) is not much with the smaller cities scoring over the larger ones, TCS said in a statement.

Awesome gadgets you would love to own!

Awesome gadgets you would love to own!

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

With some of the world's most amazing gadgets, the 2015 International CES kicked off on January 6 promising a fantastic show with more than 3,600 exhibitors.

Microsoft unveils affordable phones Lumia 640, 640 XL

Microsoft unveils affordable phones Lumia 640, 640 XL

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

Lumia 640 XL will begin rolling out globally in March.

Xiaomi Redmi 1s rivals Moto G and costs half the price

Xiaomi Redmi 1s rivals Moto G and costs half the price

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

That makes it the best phone in Indian market for the price it's offered.

10 Smart Tips to Protect Your Social Media Accounts

10 Smart Tips to Protect Your Social Media Accounts

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Avoid clicking on any unknown links from strangers. Use a different, secure password for each social media account you have.

Nokia launches 'Asha' with eye on India

Nokia launches 'Asha' with eye on India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2011

Nokia has launched two new phones.

As iPhone powers Apple's record revenue, India logs in

As iPhone powers Apple's record revenue, India logs in

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

According to research firm Counterpoint, Apple was one of the fastest-growing brands in India during the December quarter. This was driven by multiple price cuts on its XR device, thanks to local manufacturing in India, it had said. It added that the rollout of new iPhones (11 series), aggressive pricing and a good channel strategy was helping Apple gain market share in India.

iPhone 12 comes with 5G, but no headphones, charger

iPhone 12 comes with 5G, but no headphones, charger

Rediff.com14 Oct 2020

The new phones, launched at a virtual event broadcast from Apple's headquarters in Cupertino, include the iPhone 12, the iPhone 12 Pro, the iPhone 12 Pro Max and a new, smaller, iPhone 12 mini.

Must-knows about your phone's fingerprint scanner

Must-knows about your phone's fingerprint scanner

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

The growing use of mobile phones for storing personal data has become a security concern, says Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com.

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

How RSS Plans To Win Vidarbha For BJP

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

'BJP and RSS may have differences over minor issues but their hearts long for one common aim -- that of A Hindu Rashtra.' 'And this time to prove this point the RSS has prepared to help BJP win this election with all its might.'

Wickedleak Wammy Titan 5: A great phone at Rs 13,990

Wickedleak Wammy Titan 5: A great phone at Rs 13,990

Rediff.com14 Dec 2015

Chennakeshav Shenoy is mighty impressed with the Wickedleak Wammy Titan 5.

Finnish firm HMD Global unveils strategy to recover lost ground

Finnish firm HMD Global unveils strategy to recover lost ground

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Can the launch of smartphones under its own brand name by Finnish company HMD Global - despite having a licence to use the Nokia brand which it bought from Microsoft - help it regain its once dominant position in the mobile phone sweepstakes in India, where it was once routed? In 2009, Nokia was the country's largest MNC with revenues of $4 billion and a market share touching 80 per cent in 2010. After this, its fortunes fell. Although it had been the first global player to set up an assembly plant, not only to assemble phones for the local market but for exports, it had to shut down operations in 2014.

Stree 2 Promises More Chills

Stree 2 Promises More Chills

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

It looks like Stree 2 has been granted a bigger budget for VFX and sound, bringing with it a promise of more chills, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Move over Siri! This Japanese phone has a heart

Move over Siri! This Japanese phone has a heart

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

'When the phone's battery is running out, it will make a charming statement like "I'm feeling a little low. Please recharge me".'

What you could do with Aarogya Setu app

What you could do with Aarogya Setu app

Rediff.com23 Apr 2020

'Install the app for yourself and your family.' 'Make sure that everybody you come in contact with on a daily basis -- your drivers, your maids, your colleagues at work -- make sure they too are using the app.' 'Also encourage people who carry some influence, like office managers, to convince their employees to do the same.' 'This only helps in improving your safety levels.'

Oppo R15 phones look like iPhone X but...

Oppo R15 phones look like iPhone X but...

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

... do they work like the Apple flagship?

600 govt social media accounts were hacked in 5 years, LS told

600 govt social media accounts were hacked in 5 years, LS told

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

Over 600 social media accounts of the central government were hacked in the last five years, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur told the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Showtime for Apple: Big phones, smart watches and high expectations

Showtime for Apple: Big phones, smart watches and high expectations

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Has Steve Jobs' handpicked successor inherited the magic touch or is Apple's winning streak coming to an end?