Huawei launches two budget-friendly phones Honor 4C and Honor Bee in India

The Chinese smartphone company Huawei has introduced two new budget smartphones in India – Huawei Honor 4C and Huawei Honor Bee. Both the handsets fall in the lower range compared to the mid-range Honor 4X and much lower compared to its flagship phone Honor 6 Plus. Honor Bee, priced at Rs. 4,999 (about $78) is the cheapest and Honor 4C costing Rs. 8,999 (about $141) is the second cheapest phone of Huawei in the Indian market.

The cheapest $78 phone Honor Bee offers a 4.5-inch screen with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels, a 1.2GHz SC7731 quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of native storage with microSD support, 8MP rear cam with dual LED flash, 2 MP front-facing cam and a 1730mAh battery.

Huawei’s second offering Honor 4C features a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1280×720 pixels, a 64-bit Kirin 620 octa-core processor clocked at 1.2GHz and Mali-T450 MP4 GPU for graphics, 2GB of RAM, 8GB of native storage supporting up to 32GB microSD card, a 13MP rear cam, a 5MP front-facing cam and a 2,550mAh battery. The phone offers dual SIM support

Both the handsets run Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box with Huawei’s EMUI 3.0 on top. They are available online exclusively through Flipkart. Honor 4C is available for purchase immediately while Honor Bee is open for pre-order.

What do you think of Huawei’s two new offerings in India?

Huawei launches two budget-friendly phones Honor 4C and Honor Bee in India

The World’s First 7-inch Smartphone, Blu Studio 7.0 is only $149!

Blu Studio 7.0 is now tagged as the ‘world’s first 7-inch smartphone’. This ground-breaking device was manufactured by Blu, a US-based company designing its handsets in Miami and assembling in China. Today devices with screens size similar with Blu Studio 7.0 are considered phablets or tablets which can also function as a phone. You must be a little surprised that it is very affordable even with its multi-functionality. But what can we realistically expect from a 7-inch smartphone that is only $149?

 

The thing is it has decent features but you cannot really set the bars high. Considering its reasonable value, what was invested on its size seemed to be knocked off from its other features. In short, it fell short on quality compared to similar devices on the market.

 

The Blu Studio 7.0 comes in blue, grey, gold and white with a perforated back like Samsung’s sports a 600 x 1024 pixel resolution display with a poor 169 ppi density. However, it has redeemed itself as it operates with the latest Android 4.4 Kitkat. It houses a dual-core 1.3 GHz MediaTek processor with 1GB of RAM. It has an acceptable 5 MP rear autofocus camera with LED flash and a 2 MP front snapper. It has 8 GB of expandable storage space and uses a 3000 mAh battery.

Its main highlight being its huge dimension, it measures 187.5 x 103 x 9.4 mm and weighs 294 grams. It is already up for grabs in Amazon. It is compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile and other GSM networks in the US.

Would you consider getting yourself one of these?

The World’s First 7-inch Smartphone, Blu Studio 7.0 is only $149!

Xolo launches Q900s Plus claiming it to be the “World’s Lightest Phone”

Xolo had launched its Win Q900s in June this year claiming it to be the “World’s Lightest Windows Phone”. The next month, it introduced its Android variant Q900s which was touted by the company as the “World’s Lightest Phone”. Now Xolo has unveiled Q900s Plus which the company again claims to be the “World’s Lightest Phone”. Surprising isn’t it? Well, all the three weigh only 100gm. Although there are other phones that weigh less.

 

Xolo Q900s Plus is an upgraded version of Xolo Q900s. It features a 4.7-inch HD display while its predecessor had a 4.7-inch QHD display. The screen resolution is 1280 x 720 pixels and the display is 5 finger multi-touch HD IPS OGS with scratch-resistant Dragon Trail Glass.

Other specs are more or less similar such as the 1.2GHz quad-core Qalcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM 8212) CPU and Adreno 302 GPU, an 8MP rear shooter with autofocus and LED flash and a 5MP front-facing camera.

In the memory department are 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal memory (expandable up to 32GB) and a 1,800 mAh battery. As far as connectivity is concerned, the Xolo Q900s Plus offers 3G HSPA+, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n , GPS/ A-GPS, GPRS/ EDGE and Bluetooth. The dimensions of the device are 135.8 x 67.2 x 7.2 mm and it runs Android v4.4 KitKat out of the box.

The new Xolo Q900s Plus has been listed on the company’s website showing a price tag of INR 8,299 (about $133) and is available in Black color. Its date of availability has not been revealed by the company yet but it should be soon.

Via GSMArena

Xolo launches Q900s Plus claiming it to be the “World’s Lightest Phone”

Huawei to officially announce 5.5” Honor 6 Plus with dual rear camera on December 16

Chinese company Huawei Technologies is preparing to introduce a new 5.5-inch smartphone in its Honor series. The new phone will be called Honor 6 Plus and it has already received certification from TENAA, the Chinese certification agency like the FCC of US.

The most striking feature of Honor 6 Plus is that it will have 2 cameras on the back and the company is expected to officially unveil the phone on December 16. The dual camera will have re-focus and 3D capture functionality, similar to that of the duo-camera of HTC One M8. However, we will know more details about it only after its official launch.

The Honor 6 Plus has a thickness of only 7.5 mm (dimensions are 150.4 mm x 75.68 mm x 7.5 mm) and weighs 165 gm. Apart from the 5.5-inch FHD TFT display with 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, the 4G handset will feature 1.8GHz Huawei Hisilicon Kirin 930 octa-core processor, mali-T628 GPU, 3 GB of RAM, 16GB/32GB of internal storage and a microSD card slot for memory expansion up to 64 GB, an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facing one. The device will have a 3500mAh battery and will come with Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box.

Huawei is also working on another device, the Ascend P8, a successor to the Ascend P7 that was launched about 6 months back. According to rumors, its body will be made of metal and ceramic. The company has launched several smartphones in 2014 in the Honor 3C series, Honor 3X series and also Honor 6, and they have been quite successful.

Via: GSMDome

Huawei to officially announce 5.5” Honor 6 Plus with dual rear camera on December 16

Sony announces Xperia E3 budget smartphone at the IFA 2014

The IFA 2014 also saw Sony announcing a budget smartphone in its popular Xperia series, the Xperia E3 along with its dual SIM version. It is touted by Sony to be the “Fun and fast smartphone that brings you flagship experiences without the price tag.” The Xperia E3 is a slim and light phone with design similar to the company’s latest flagship the Xperia Z3, but with certain compromises in material and a few other features to cut down the cost.

Although Sony has made some noteworthy improvements in the Xperia E3 as compared to its predecessor the Xperia E1, its screen resolution remains more or less same. Also, its bezels are quite thick with poor screen-to-phone ratio.  But its screen is made of durable tempered glass and is scratch resistant. The corners are also specially designed to prevent scratches due to unexpected bumps.

Let’s have a look at the specifications of Sony Xperia E3:

• 4.5-inch with a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels and 218 ppi pixel density, IPS capacitive touch screen display


• 1.2 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor and Adreno 305 GPU


• 1GB RAM, 4GB flash memory, expandable up to 32GB with microSD card


• 5MP rear camera with HDR and LED flash, 1080p HD video recording, Geotagging, image stabilizer and auto scene recognition


• VGA front-facing camera


• 2330 mAh battery with Battery STAMINA Mode


• FM Radio with RDS, ClearAudio+, xLoud, surround sound technology


• Dual SIM variant available (E3 dual)


• OS Android 4.4 KitKat


• Dimensions 137.1 x 69.4 x 8.5 mm


• Wight 143.8 g

Network and connectivity and options include:

• GSM GPRS/EDGE (2G), UMTS HSPA (3G), LTE (4G) (not available in all markets)


• v3.5 mm audio jack (CTIA)


• GPS /aGPS, GLONASS, ANT+, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, USB

The Sony Xperia E3 and E3 dual will be available in white, black, lime and copper color options and would be launched globally from autumn 2014 onward.

             

Sony announces Xperia E3 budget smartphone at the IFA 2014

Sony Xperia Z2 gets firmware update with improved voice call quality and performance

Sony has rolled out a software update for its flagship smartphone, the Xperia Z2. This update is available globally for all models of Xperia Z2 with the Android 4.4 Kitkat version. The update has the firmware build number 17.1.2.A.0.314 and it is being rolled out in a phased manner.

The update contains many improvements and most important among these is the better voice call quality. Other upgrades include enhanced performance in various functions such as efficient charging of low battery, better touch function and some bug fixes.  Xperia Z2 users seem happy with the updates especially the ‘double tap to wake’, ‘hearing the call more clearly’, ‘more responsiveness’ etc.

The list of improvements given by Sony is as under:

• Enhanced voice call quality


• Improved touch function and performance


• Charging improved when battery is low


• Overall performance and stability improved


• And all of the latest bug fixes and improvements

 

The updates are being released in stages depending on the operator and country. Sony has not given any specific date as to when the update will become available for any particular device.

However, if you want to install the updates you can do so directly via PC by connecting your Xperia Z2 to it by a USB data cable and downloading it through Sony’s PC Companion.

Sony Xperia Z2 gets firmware update with improved voice call quality and performance

Sony’s new Xperia C3 “PROselfie” phone with 5MP front camera and LED flash unveiled

As promised, Sony’s new “smartphone for selfies”,  the Xperia C3 is here. Earlier, Sony had tweeted  that it would reveal its new selfie smartphone on 8th July 2014. The device has now gone official and its detailed features and specs are out.

The main highlight of the Xperia C3 is its 5MP PROselfie front-facing camera with 25 mm wide angle lens, auto mode and soft LED flash. The camera has selfie apps by which you can make changes to your photo. After you snap your pic, you can add AR effects to add some fun to your photo. For instance, you can add a moustache, spects or a pirate cap or you can add a variety of beauty styles to your photo with the portrait retouch app.

Other specs include a 5.5-inch 1280 x 720p HD display with Sony’s Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2. The device is powered by 1.2GHz Qualcomm Quad-core Snapdragon 400 CPU with Adreno 305 GPU, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage expandable up to 32GB with MicroSD card slot. There is an 8MP rear camera with auto focus and LED flash. The rear camera has Sony’s Exmor RS technology. The handset boasts of a 2500 mAh battery and runs Android 4.4 KitKat.

The dimensions of Xperia C3 are 156 x 78.5 x 7.6 mm and it weighs 150g. It is LTE (4G) enabled. It also has a dual SIM version that supports both dual call and dual standby. The handset is available in three color options namely White, Mint and Black.

The Xperia C3 will first hit the Chinese markets next month with other international markets following soon. The pricing details are yet to be announced.

Check out the video introducing the Sony Xperia C3:

Sony’s new Xperia C3 “PROselfie” phone with 5MP front camera and LED flash unveiled

Samsung Galaxy Ace 4 officially unveiled with 3G and LTE Variants

Samsung has expanded its Galaxy line up and launched four new models in its various Galaxy smartphone series. Among the new entrants is the Samsung Galaxy Ace 4, successor to the Galaxy Ace 3 in Samsung’s most successful line of affordable phones. The other new smartphones are successors to its Core, Young and Star series.

All the new models feature Samsung’s simplified TouchWiz Essence UI, run the latest Android 4.4 Kitkat and fall in the mid- and low-range categories.

Samsung Galaxy Ace 4 is a single SIM handset available in two variants, 3G and LTE. It has the same 4-inch WVGA TFT 480 x 800p display like the Galaxy Ace 3, a 5 MP rear camera with LED flash and a VGA front camera. Both the Ace 4 versions have 4GB internal memory expandable up to 64GB with microSD card.

Both 3G and LTE versions have Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi b/g/n, GPS (A-GPS + GLONASS) and Micro-USB connectivity options and are available in Iris Charcoal and Classic White colours

However, apart from the obvious network connectivity difference, both the models have certain other variations in features:

The Galaxy Ace 4 3G comes with 1GHz dual-core processor, 512MB of RAM and a 1500mAh battery. The Ace 4 LTE variant features a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM and packs a larger 1800mAh battery.

There is a slight variation in dimensions of both the devices. The Galaxy Ace 4 LTE in somewhat thicker and heavier with dimensions of 121.4×62.9x11mm and weight of 130.3 grams while the 3G variant has dimensions of 121.4×62.9×10.8mm and weighs 123.8 grams.

The Samsung Galaxy Ace 4 is reportedly going to be available from next month. However, the price has not yet been declared by Samsung. We’ll keep you updated regarding any further developments.

Samsung Galaxy Ace 4 officially unveiled with 3G and LTE Variants

Asus unveils two new Transformer Pad powered with Android 4.4 KitKat and offer keyboard docks.

Computing giant Asus unveiled two new Transformer Pads that hosts a 10.1” display and are powered with the Android 4.4 KitKat and has a supporting keyboard dock to give it a feel of laptop.

Asus Transformer Pad TF303CL

The Asus Transformer Pad TF303CL hosts a 10.1” IPS display screen and has a 1920×1200 pixel resolution with 178 degree of viewing angles. The device is powered with 1.86GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z375 processor, a 2GB RAM, 5MP primary camera, 2MP secondary camera. The device comes in two storage options of 16 and 32GB and also has a provision for microSD card for expandable memory.

It also offers some good connectivity options like DC-HSPA+, LTE Cat. 4, HDMI, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi and GPS+GLONASS. Looking to its dimensions, the Transformer Pad TF303CL measures 9.9mm in thickness and weighs 595 grams which of-course along with the keyboard dock increases to 19.8mm in thickness and 1.1kg in weight. The keyboard dock hosts the Chiclet keys. The device has front-faced stereo speakers and comes in two color options of Blue and Gold.

Asus Transformer Pad TF103C

The Asus Transformer Pad TF103C is the entry level variant of the above mentioned tablet. This device too hosts the same screen size IPS display with 1280×800 pixel resolution and has 170 degree viewing angle. The processor remains the same however, the RAM is cut to half with 1GB and the storage options include 8 and 16GB. This tablet does not offer the LTE connectivity and the camera configuration considerably drops to 2MP primary and 0.3MP secondary. This device comes in two color options of Black and White.

Get more information regarding the devices from the official Asus website.

Asus unveils two new Transformer Pad powered with Android 4.4 KitKat and offer keyboard docks.

AT&T Announced of Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 & Galaxy Note Pro Officially

Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 & Galaxy Note Pro will be the next Smartphones of the Samsung Brand that is announced by the AT&T officially. Although there were many leaks of features and pictures, finally, you will get the extract news about this two new Smartphones.

Both of the Smartphone will be available in the market on 6^th June throughout the world that is running by Android 4.4 KitKat and AT&T LET network technology.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 offers 10 inches display with HD resolution that is powered by 1.2 GHz quad core processor. At the same time, the price will be $379 for the users but you can save up to $50 if you buy it with Samsung Galaxy S5 or S5 Active. Also, there will be a monthly package of $24 per month for the users.

On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy Note Pro is the most expensive tablet that comes with 12.2 inch LED HD display with other amazing features. AT&T has fixed the price of this Tablet at $799 or a 2 year contract of $45 per month with no service charge.

However, there are two videos regarding the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 & Galaxy Note Pro by the AT&T highlighting the features and official video from Samsung Brand.

 

AT&T Announced of Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 & Galaxy Note Pro Officially

LG L35 low-end smartphone listed on company’s German website

LG is set to release its entry level smartphone L35 in several European countries. This device was revealed at the Barcelona MCW this year. The low-end LG L35 smartphone was leaked a few days back but now the device has appeared officially on LG’s German website. The L35 is an elegant and sleek smartphone surrounded by a metallic-looking bezel.

Let’s have a look at the LG L35 specifications:

• 8.1 cm or 3.2-inch true IPS display


• 1.2 GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8210) processor


• 512MB RAM


• 4GB internal storage (expandable up to 32 GB), microSD card slot


• 3MP rear camera, no front camera


• Android 4.4 KitKat


• 1540 mAh battery


• 3G, WiFi , Bluetooth and GPS for connectivity


• Features such as Knock Code, Capture Plus, Guest Mode and easy User Interface


• White and Black color variants available

Details regarding the pricing of the LG L35 are not available yet. Looking to the specs and the fact that it is LG’s L-series device, the L35 definitely seems to be a low-end smartphone.  Customers who want to get an Android KitKat device at an affordable cost will find it a good buy.

A report leaked earlier showed the planned shipping date of the L35 as May 10 which is already over. So we can expect the launch anytime soon.  The report also lists Germany, Spain, Italy, Hungary and Portugal as the countries that will get the device. Since the device has already been listed on the company’s German website, we can assume that it will be initially released in Germany.

LG L35 low-end smartphone listed on company’s German website

Android 4.4 Kitkat on Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0

Samsung is busy with new tablet lineup of Galaxy Note series and enhance the features like AMOLED screens and give it a larger screen size in. However, the company does not forget about the OS because a new update of android 4.4 KitKat is now available throughout the world. This update will lead your Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 to M500WKXUBND9 with new and fresh features.

However, the first update of Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 was to available in Korean version only. The non-Korean Galaxy Note 8.0 is not allowed to flash to get this new update because of some issues. But, the update was released for rest of the world within few hours later too! Poland was the second region that got the updated features unexpectedly. So, this is an indication that you will also have the access to the update within in some days. However, all other Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 will suit the update and enhance the features too!

This Android 4.4 KitKat release will also has good impact on the features of Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0. The update will bring better battery life, wireless printing support as well as full screen album art on the lock screen. However, you will not get any detailed change-log of this Galaxy Note update to hide some niceties.

Android 4.4 Kitkat on Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0

Releases of New Update of Android 4.4 KitKat for Xiaomi Mi3

Finally, Xiaomi Local Mobile Brand has released new MIUI v4.5.9 update for the Android 4.4 KitKat OS Smartphones. This new update is also available to use on Xiaomi Mi3 Smartphone as well as other Smartphones including MI2/2S/Mi and Redmi 1/1s.

Xiaomi has updated not only the user interface but also update the usual KitKat perks too that includes low power audio playback, Chromecast support and Bug Fixes. Changing the wallpaper after updating will give you a good adjustable screen. Your mobile home screen irons and texts will not have unusual look too because of auto adjustable feature.

A good bug squashing treatment is given too many normal apps like calendar, weather apps, and browser and mail apps. These bugs error problem free OS will enhance the performance and speed of this Smartphone than before. Moreover, the server of Mi Cloud also provides the HD quality pictures with good details of online music. The new MIUI ROM will surely perform with good stability well than previous adopters.

The main source link will lead you to the MIUI v4.5.9 ROM update to your Smartphone with a manual flash. However, you have to wait for OTA update for your cell phone if you do not like the way.

However, Xiaomi Mi3 will be the first Smartphone of Xiaomi Local Mobile brand that is going to sell cell phones outside China. The release date of this Smartphone in Malaysia has been declared. The users who are waiting for a long time to have this updated Smartphone will have it on 20^th May. The Smartphone price is fixed nearly $275 or set to MYR889 at the marketplace retailers in Malaysia.

Releases of New Update of Android 4.4 KitKat for Xiaomi Mi3

LG F70 LTE Technology Smartphone Launching Soon

LG F70 Smartphone was exposed to the market at the end of the February, 2014 with some great features. The impression was great in the market and users that is far from LG G Pro 2 Smartphone.

Bring good experience of LTE to the Smartphone with a good price is the mission of this new LG Smartphone. LG Company has not given any official mission or exact price tag for this new LTE Smartphone.

LG F70 Smartphone will soon be in the European stores and available for the users at unknown price. Moreover, the Smartphone will also available in North America, South America, Asia and Central America market. However, LG did not say any specific date when the market will have this new LG F70 Smartphone.

If you are looking for any Smartphone with large display, this LTE technology 4.5 inches WVGA LCD is for you. With quad-core Cortex-A7 CPU, Snapdragon 400 chipset and 1 GB RAM will surely give LG F70 Smartphone a high class performance and speed. This LTE technology Smartphone will also offers 5 mega pixels camera with HD video recording feature.

Moreover, this Smartphone prefer to use memory expansion feature up to 32 GB memory with extra memory card slot. Removable 2200 mAh Li-Ion Battery will give good standby and talk time back-up to the users at per charge

Keep your eyes on the retailers store because you may have this Smartphone in next few weeks. The unique knock code feature and Android 4.4 KitKat OS has enhanced the features and capability of this new handset. However, the 127.2 x 66.4 x 10.0mm measurement looks great to anyone’s hand with black and white colored design.

As soon as there is any release date or price news, you will get the report as soon as possible from us.

LG F70 LTE Technology Smartphone Launching Soon

HTC Desire 601 rolls out Android 4.4 KitKat update

HTC Singapore has announced via Facebook that the Desire 601 is now receiving Android 4.4 KitKat update. The update is currently being rolled out in phases over the air and should reach more regions in the coming days. HTC Desire 601 users can check for update by going to Settings > About > Software Updates.

The update has been rolled out with the Sense 5.5 user interface,which is expected to bring improvements to HTC BlinkFeed, HTC Zoe, Sense TV, Video Highlights, HTC Share,Scribble app and Quick Settings among others.

At the moment, this OS update is currently only available for the single SIM variant of the phone and is expected to roll out for the dual-SIM variant soon, which is the only model selling in the Indian market.

To remind you, the HTC Desire 601 was globally launched in September 2013.

The smartphone comes with a 4.5-inch qHD display with a 540×960 pixels resolution and is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core processor along with 1GB of RAM. It also sports a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a VGA front-facing camera.

HTC Desire 601 rolls out Android 4.4 KitKat update