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Mobile Download Speeds May Surpass...

Mobile Download Speeds May Surpass...

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Most telcos say the speed will surpass fixed broadband as the 5G roll out, which is currently on 360,000 towers, crosses 400,000.

Smart NAMO: The Narendra Modi smartphone is here!

Smart NAMO: The Narendra Modi smartphone is here!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

Named Saffron 1 -- two variants -- and Saffron 2 the phones will be available this Sunday and are priced between Rs 18k and Rs 24k

Why Nokia is losing the smartphone game

Why Nokia is losing the smartphone game

Rediff.com17 Jun 2011

Get Ahead reader Ismail A Muhsin analyses why Nokia is losing out to other rivals in the smartphone market. However, he believes that the Finnish giant has the potential to outsmart competition.

Smartphone tickets for air travel see upward trend

Smartphone tickets for air travel see upward trend

Rediff.com30 Sep 2013

Air travellers, travelling to a domestic or an international destination, can furnish original PDF files on the owners email id or otherwise which is clearly readable to the Central Industrial Security Force security personnel posted at the entry gate of civil airports of the country.

Review: Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8 Android smartphone

Review: Samsung Galaxy Mega 5.8 Android smartphone

Rediff.com28 Jul 2013

Don't get carried away with the 'bigger is better' notion. An in-depth review of the performance and everything else that you need to know about the Mega 5.8.

Which is the best smartphone in India?

Which is the best smartphone in India?

Rediff.com22 Jun 2011

India has nearly 800 million mobile-phone subscribers and the penetration level is expected to touch 100 per cent by 2015.

Xperia Z3+: Amazing smartphone but at a price

Xperia Z3+: Amazing smartphone but at a price

Rediff.com20 Jul 2015

In a world where smartphones have become the primary imaging device for many, the Xperia Z3+ scores big.

Datawind to launch Rs 2,000 smartphone with free Internet

Datawind to launch Rs 2,000 smartphone with free Internet

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

With an aim to double its volumes, low-cost mobile devices maker Datawind on Thursday said it will launch a Rs 2,000 smartphone before Diwali that will come bundled with free Internet for life.

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.

Check out the world's first washable smartphone!

Check out the world's first washable smartphone!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

Digno Rafre is said to have a touch panel that works even when wet.

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.

Don't fancy a touchscreen? Top 5 touch-n-type smartphones

Don't fancy a touchscreen? Top 5 touch-n-type smartphones

Rediff.com6 Oct 2012

Need to enjoy a touchscreen but can't compromise on tactile feedback? Check this list of top touch-and-type devices in the market.

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.

Now, Smartphones all set to become smarter

Now, Smartphones all set to become smarter

Rediff.com16 Sep 2010

Smartphones are going to become smarter and faster as they begin embedding dual core mobile processors in their haerts to do all that they did better.

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

Top 5 BEST value-for-money smartphones above Rs 20,000

Top 5 BEST value-for-money smartphones above Rs 20,000

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

Here are five smartphones that offer best performance for every buck spent.

Top 5 Android smartphones above Rs 20,000

Top 5 Android smartphones above Rs 20,000

Rediff.com7 May 2012

Got a big budget? Then get the best Android device your money can buy.

Micromax launches its best smartphone for Rs 19,990

Micromax launches its best smartphone for Rs 19,990

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

The device comes with a 5-inch full HD screen and is powered by 1.5 GHz quad core processor.

Best smartphones to buy this festive season

Best smartphones to buy this festive season

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Google's new Nexus models are hands down the show-stealers of the season.

Five smartphones to look out for in 2013

Five smartphones to look out for in 2013

Rediff.com31 Dec 2012

2012 was an action-packed year for smartphones in India.

Samsung gets Rs 1,400-cr Galaxy S23 orders on Day 1 of pre-booking

Samsung gets Rs 1,400-cr Galaxy S23 orders on Day 1 of pre-booking

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

Electronics major Samsung has received orders for around 1.4 lakh units of its premium smartphone Galaxy S23 worth a total of Rs 1,400 crore on the first day of its pre-booking for the device, a senior company official has claimed. Samsung India, Senior Vice President for Mobile Business, Raju Pullan told PTI that the pre-booking for Samsung Galaxy S23 is almost twofold compared to the previous version of the smartphone Galaxy S22. "We have clocked almost 1.4 lakh units as pre-book in the first 24 hours and this is almost two times of Galaxy S22.

Lenovo to become India's 3rd largest smartphone player by Dec

Lenovo to become India's 3rd largest smartphone player by Dec

Rediff.com17 Oct 2014

According to CyberMedia Research, over 7.46 lakh tablets were sold in the January-March 2014 quarter by as many as 30 domestic and international vendors.

HP to buy smartphone maker Palm for $1.2 bn

HP to buy smartphone maker Palm for $1.2 bn

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

The US-based Palm, which is present in India, put itself up for sale, mainly on account of lukewarm response for its new offerings.

ONLY two hours of smartphone usage for these teenagers

ONLY two hours of smartphone usage for these teenagers

Rediff.com3 Oct 2017

The Chile national team has restricted the usage of smart phones to two hours per day in a bid to avoid distractions from social media in the run-up to FIFA Under-17 World Cup starting October 6.

'86% executives using AI to boost revenue'

'86% executives using AI to boost revenue'

Rediff.com16 May 2024

As many as 86 per cent of senior business executives have deployed artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance revenue streams or create new ones, said a report by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Wednesday. As many as 69 per cent of businesses are more focused on using AI for innovation and increasing revenue than on improving productivity and optimising cost, said the 'TCS AI for Business Study'.

The best smartphones under Rs 10,000

The best smartphones under Rs 10,000

Rediff.com17 Jul 2019

Searching for a good phone that does not cost the earth? Ashish Narsale gives you his expert suggestions.

Top 5 Android smartphones under Rs 20,000

Top 5 Android smartphones under Rs 20,000

Rediff.com4 Sep 2012

Balance is key and these devices offer it in terms of performance and features, while keeping it all within the price range.

Top 5 dual SIM smartphones under Rs 20k

Top 5 dual SIM smartphones under Rs 20k

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

Each one of them offers great value for money because of their hardware, display and performance

Top 5 dual SIM smartphones under Rs 10k

Top 5 dual SIM smartphones under Rs 10k

Rediff.com22 Mar 2014

These are listed on the basis of their current price and has nothing to do with their ranking.

11 smartphones and tablets with quad-core processors

11 smartphones and tablets with quad-core processors

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

We present to you 11 gadgets -- smartphones and tablets -- that sport the mighty quad core processors.

Top 5 Android smartphones under Rs 30,000

Top 5 Android smartphones under Rs 30,000

Rediff.com25 Jun 2012

A few good recent launches as well as old workhorses that cost less than Rs 30K but are feature-rich and value-for-money neverthelss.

Nokia to unveil a low-cost smartphone on Android OS

Nokia to unveil a low-cost smartphone on Android OS

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Nokia will unveil a low-cost smartphone running a version of Google Inc's Android operating system, despite the company's close partnership with Microsoft Corp and its competing Windows system, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal.

Top 5: Portable power chargers for smartphones, tablets

Top 5: Portable power chargers for smartphones, tablets

Rediff.com16 Mar 2012

No need to worry about dying battery for now. Portable power chargers are here to save your day.

New smartphone app can tell your state of mind

New smartphone app can tell your state of mind

Rediff.com19 Sep 2014

The StudentLife app, which compares students' happiness, stress, depression and loneliness to their academic performance, also may be used in the general population -- for example, to monitor mental health, trigger intervention and improve productivity in workplace employees.

Buying a smartphone? First, know its operating system

Buying a smartphone? First, know its operating system

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

There are five main mobile operating systems (OS); each claiming superiority over the other. Arguably, options are always good for users but with mobile phones it means making a confusing choice between the latest devices in the market and going by someone's recommendation. Here's what you should consider before getting your OS.

10 must-have apps for Indian smartphone users

10 must-have apps for Indian smartphone users

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

This is India mate! And you will undoubtedly want some apps with an 'Indian' perspective to them. You will undoubtedly need apps that will show you the nearest restaurant, the closest cinema hall, get you to the juiciest Indian celebrity gossip and give you some desi music beats on the go. Here are 10 must-have apps for the Indian smartphone users.

Nokia launches Lumia tablet, joins large-screen smartphone race

Nokia launches Lumia tablet, joins large-screen smartphone race

Rediff.com22 Oct 2013

The Lumia 2520 tablet, along with its Lumia 1520 and 1320 phablets, are among the last products the Finnish company developed before deciding to sell its handset business to Microsoft.

PICS: HOT smartphones and tablets at CES 2012

PICS: HOT smartphones and tablets at CES 2012

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

Here's a quick glance at what's happening at CES 2012.

Smartphone app 'Catch It' can help you manage emotions, beat the blues

Smartphone app 'Catch It' can help you manage emotions, beat the blues

Rediff.com14 May 2016

The app uses some key principles of psychological approaches to let users understand their moods better

Top 5 smartphones with killer looks and performance

Top 5 smartphones with killer looks and performance

Rediff.com7 Feb 2012

We help you with a list of five phones that will make your friends jealous (unless they have one of the other four from this very list!).