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Foxconn Betting Big on South India

Foxconn Betting Big on South India

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

Foxconn's business in India has grown to over $10 billion till 2024.

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.

Valentine's week: E-com giants record high demand for roses, chocolates

Valentine's week: E-com giants record high demand for roses, chocolates

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Leading up to Valentine's Day on February 14, quick-commerce platforms like Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart have witnessed a phenomenal uptick in the sales of products related to the occasion, such as roses and chocolates. Meanwhile, e-commerce giants like Amazon and Flipkart have gone live with their respective Valentine's Day sale events, offering generous discounts on products. Sales of chocolates and roses on Zomato-owned Blinkit shattered previous records at the beginning of this year's Valentine's Day week, on February 7, which is celebrated as Rose Day.

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.

You Can Buy The iPhone 16 Pro Or Do This

You Can Buy The iPhone 16 Pro Or Do This

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Have you wondered how many days of work -- depending on your net monthly income -- you would have to put in to buy the top-end iPhone 16 Pro?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

iPhone exports from India hit $2 billion in April-May

iPhone exports from India hit $2 billion in April-May

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Technology giant Apple Inc has pushed the pedal on exporting iPhones from India by racking up exports valued at over $2 billion in the first two months of the current financial year (FY25), according to the data provided by vendors to the government. This accounts for 81 per cent of the country's total production of iPhones worth $2.6 billion. In May, Apple repeated its performance of April and once again crossed $1 billion of iPhone exports.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

'Ratan Tata Always Displayed His Kindness'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

'When the bombing happened in the Taj Mahal hotel in 2008, that was a very sad moment, but he really took care of the people, took care of everybody and that was when you saw some of his best moments.' 'There are some things which we will never forget. That is when the best of a person comes out.'

Electronics exports propelled by mobile show sharpest surge in top 10 club

Electronics exports propelled by mobile show sharpest surge in top 10 club

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

Exports of electronics goods has risen by 24 per cent from April to November as compared with the same period in the last fiscal, the largest increase out of India's top 10 export categories. The increase has been propelled by mobile exports under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme and has pushed electronics up from sixth to fifth position in the top 10. A gap of $200 million separates electronics from occupying the fourth position, currently held by drugs and pharmaceuticals at $17.9 billion.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

5 ways to make your smartphone battery last LONGER

5 ways to make your smartphone battery last LONGER

Rediff.com26 Jan 2013

5 ways that can help you prolong the time between recharges