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Nokia unveils three new smartphones

Nokia unveils three new smartphones

Rediff.com14 Sep 2010

Taking the fight to rivals manufacturing high-end mobile devices, the world's largest handset-maker, Nokia, on Tuesday unveiled three new smartphones in an attempt to increase its market share.

India's maiden critical mineral auctions: Who are the participants?

India's maiden critical mineral auctions: Who are the participants?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

India on Monday announced the results for the country's first critical mineral auction. Amid the tepid response from big players, the list of successful bidders included some lesser known names. A total of five companies secured bids for six critical mineral blocks of graphite, manganese, phosphorite, lithium, and rare earth elements with auction premiums ranging from 13.05 per cent to 400 per cent.

Top 19 smartphones worth waiting for

Top 19 smartphones worth waiting for

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

Festive season is just around the corner and to capitalise on it companies are gearing up to launch exciting smartphones.

New BlackBerry Pearl Smartphone @ Rs 21,990

New BlackBerry Pearl Smartphone @ Rs 21,990

Rediff.com6 Jan 2009

The BlackBerry Pearl Flip 8220 smartphone allows easy typing and dialing. The smartphone's external display offers previewing calendar reminders, email, text messages and phone calls. The BlackBerry Pearl Flip is a powerful, compact smartphone equipped to deliver a wide range of applications, said Sanjay Gupta, chief marketing officer, Mobile Services, Airtel.

Top 5 cheapest Android smartphones with 1 GB RAM

Top 5 cheapest Android smartphones with 1 GB RAM

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Most low cost smartphones suffer from too little RAM making them incompetent for multi-tasking and gaming.

Samsung to launch smartphone with curved display in October

Samsung to launch smartphone with curved display in October

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

Curved displays are an early stage in screen evolution, which is shifting to bendable or foldable designs.

Use of Indian languages key for increasing internet access in India: Report

Use of Indian languages key for increasing internet access in India: Report

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

Nearly 665 million Indians or 45 per cent of the rural population did not have access to the internet as of 2023. Difficulty in understanding internet procedures, insufficient awareness of its benefits, and a lack of interest have emerged as the top reasons for a gap in internet penetration in rural India, according to a joint report by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and Kantar. "The proficiency of English in rural India is very low. While we have content in Hindi, the internet is English-heavy.

Cheapest smartphone maker suspends taking orders for 24 hours

Cheapest smartphone maker suspends taking orders for 24 hours

Rediff.com18 Feb 2016

There have been several complaints about the bookings.

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.

New smartphone that can send scents!

New smartphone that can send scents!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2014

The scents can be sent via email, tweet, or text, researchers said.

TOP 5: Smartphones to gift on Women's Day

TOP 5: Smartphones to gift on Women's Day

Rediff.com7 Mar 2012

Best of the best smartphones you can gift the lady in your life. This list comprises of smartphones across price categories so you can choose the right one for you based on the power of your pocket.

50% of smartphone users in India are under 25: Nielsen

50% of smartphone users in India are under 25: Nielsen

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Users prefer Android operating system.

Top 5 smartphones to capture low light Diwali photos

Top 5 smartphones to capture low light Diwali photos

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

These handsets priced between Rs 10,000 and Rs 50,000 are best for low light photography.

When will Ringing Bells deliver the Rs 251 smartphones?

When will Ringing Bells deliver the Rs 251 smartphones?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

According to the company, 200,000 handsets have already been shipped in the country for the first phase of delivery.

Virtual Reality: Chess organisers tap smartphone generation

Virtual Reality: Chess organisers tap smartphone generation

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

Fans tuning in to the 2016 World Chess Championship from home may well have the best seats in the house, with the tournament set to be broadcast live in 360-degree Virtual Reality (VR) -- a first in any sport, organisers say.

Is this 5G smartphone worth Rs 45,000?

Is this 5G smartphone worth Rs 45,000?

Rediff.com2 Mar 2020

If you are an avid gamer, the iQOO3 is packed with features that is meant to tempt you, says Ashish Narsale.

Soon, smartphone case with touchscreen display

Soon, smartphone case with touchscreen display

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

Everyday motions can generate enough energy to be converted to electricity.

Samsung launches first Tizen smartphone for Rs 5,700

Samsung launches first Tizen smartphone for Rs 5,700

Rediff.com14 Jan 2015

Samsung Z1 is power-packed with amazing features.

Top 5 slim Android smartphones under Rs 20,000

Top 5 slim Android smartphones under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com7 Aug 2013

Choose a slim and powerful Android based smartphone that is ready to perform well and suit your needs.

TOP FIVE: Smartphone apps for Indian Premier League

TOP FIVE: Smartphone apps for Indian Premier League

Rediff.com6 Apr 2012

Are you a die-hard cricket fan? Want to catch all the Indian Premier League 5 action on your smartphone? Then don't miss these five IPL 5 apps.

TVs, Laptops, Phones May Cost More

TVs, Laptops, Phones May Cost More

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

The reason? Price of open cell panels has gone up 15%. One of the main components in the manufacturing of TV sets, open cells contribute to 60%-65% of the manufacturing cost.

Now, low-priced smartphones to target the masses

Now, low-priced smartphones to target the masses

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

Experts say Tier-II and Tier-III cities and smaller towns have a role to play in growth in smartphone sales. Mritunjay Kapur, managing director, Protiviti Consulting, said, "There is definitely a market in Tier-II, Tier-III and Tier-IV towns. Smartphones are fast becoming important as a business communication tool. This is especially true for sales people, and 'fleet-on-the-street'," he said.

Mozilla to launch Firefox smartphones in India @ Rs 1,500

Mozilla to launch Firefox smartphones in India @ Rs 1,500

Rediff.com12 Jun 2014

Mozilla showcased a smartphone prototype costing as little as $25 at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in February, targeting developing countries including India and China.

Now, Dell enters the smartphone, tablet PC segment

Now, Dell enters the smartphone, tablet PC segment

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

Dell simultaneously is building a new distribution channel for smartphones and partnering with telecom service providers to promote its products.

Check out Nokia's Linux smartphone!

Check out Nokia's Linux smartphone!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

Nokia has unveiled its first high-end smartphone running on Linux software.

Nokia, Microsoft in JV to boost smartphone biz

Nokia, Microsoft in JV to boost smartphone biz

Rediff.com11 Feb 2011

The two entities would form a "broad strategic partnership that would use their complementary strengths and expertise to create a new global mobile ecosystem."

What makes G2 the best smartphone from LG

What makes G2 the best smartphone from LG

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

The new smartphone from LG is easy to hold and does not seem too big in hand despite the big screen.

5 Holi-proof smartphones just made for you

5 Holi-proof smartphones just made for you

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Let's check them out!

'Smartphone sales growth to slow down to 8.3% by 2017'

'Smartphone sales growth to slow down to 8.3% by 2017'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2014

The fall is unlikely to be offset by burgeoning demand for smart devices in emerging countries like India and China, IDC said.

China's smartphone makers bet on cricket, Bollywood to conquer India

China's smartphone makers bet on cricket, Bollywood to conquer India

Rediff.com24 Apr 2015

India is the world's third-largest smartphone market.

5 dual-SIM Android smartphones, all priced under 20K

5 dual-SIM Android smartphones, all priced under 20K

Rediff.com24 Oct 2012

Looking for smartphones that will save you the effort of managing two SIMs? Here are some cool options you can consider.

Smartphones flood market in festive season

Smartphones flood market in festive season

Rediff.com2 Nov 2012

To cash in on the festive season, mobile handset makers like Apple, HTC, Karbonn and Lava have launched a series of smartphones in the price range starting from Rs 5,000 to Rs 59,500 for Indian consumers.

How smartphones stretch our working days

How smartphones stretch our working days

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

The study suggests that by giving users round the clock access to emails, the all-singing, all-dancing mobile phone adds as much as two hours to their working day.

Huawei to launch 4G smartphones for $100 in India

Huawei to launch 4G smartphones for $100 in India

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

Currently, the company sells a small quantity through the retail trade.

Amazon to lift suspense over its 3D smartphone today!

Amazon to lift suspense over its 3D smartphone today!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

Amazon.com Inc's newest mobile device, a smartphone that may sport a 3D screen, is the retailer's latest attempt to exert its influence over the way consumers shop online.

Mozilla to launch Rs 1,500 Firefox smartphones in India

Mozilla to launch Rs 1,500 Firefox smartphones in India

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

The software company has already tied up with handset makers such as Intex and Spice.

Soon, you won't need smartphone for mobile money transfers

Soon, you won't need smartphone for mobile money transfers

Rediff.com13 Jun 2014

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley might next month launch mobile banking services for people not using smartphones.

LeEco to assemble smartphones in Gurgaon, invests Rs 50 cr

LeEco to assemble smartphones in Gurgaon, invests Rs 50 cr

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Set up in partnership with Compal Electronics, the facility in Greater Noida will have an initial capacity of 60,000 units a month. This will be ramped up to 2,00,000 by the end of December.

Top 5 smartphones between Rs 10k and Rs 20k

Top 5 smartphones between Rs 10k and Rs 20k

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

Choose the best smartphones based on fresh release, recent software, good camera, decent display and fair to great battery life.

PHOTOS: Samsung's 16MP Galaxy Camera smartphone

PHOTOS: Samsung's 16MP Galaxy Camera smartphone

Rediff.com31 Aug 2012

Samsung has launched its first Android-based camera smartphone at IFA 2012