Sony Xperia M with Android 4.1 now available online for Rs. 12,990

Sony Xperia M with Android 4.1 now available online for Rs. 12,990
Sony is gradually getting aggressive with Xperia smartphone line-up for the Indian market. The company is not only targeting the high-end customers with its Xperia Z Ultra which was launched last month, but also eyeing for budget Android segment with its latest, Xperia M.The retailer who also claims that the handset will be available from August 23.

• The Sony Xperia M is powered by 1GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8227 processor with 1GB of RAM. It features 4-inch TFT LCD with a resolution of 480x854 pixels and boasts a scratch-resistant display. It runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean with Sony's Timescape UI on top.
• There is 4GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 32GB with the help of microSD card. The Xperia M sports 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a VGA front camera. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth, aGPS and NFC. It also includes a 1,750mAh battery that can deliver 10 hours of talk time and 504 hours of standby time, according to Sony.
• The Sony Xperia M will be available in four colour options - Black, White, Purple and Lime.
• The Sony Xperia M was announced by the company back in June along with its dual-SIM variant, Sony Xperia M dual. The company had announced both Xperia M and Xperia M dual will start retailing from the third quarter of 2013 and it seems the company is sticking to its promise.

Sony Xperia M key specifications

    4-inch TFT LCD with a resolution of 480x854 pixels
    1GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8227 processor
    1GB RAM
    4GB internal storage, expandable up to 32GB via microSD
    5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash
    VGA front-facing camera
    Wi-Fi, 3G, Bluetooth, aGPS, NFC
    1,750mAh
    Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

Ten smartphones in Rs 15,000-20,000 range amazing price lists for indian customers

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Want to move out of the 'budget-smartphone' category? But spending anything above Rs 20,000 may tend to pinch your pocket. A slew of smartphone launches in 2013, the demanding Indian consumer.

From good cameras to big touch-screens...there is a wide variety of mid-range smartphones that have hit the market this year...we take a look at ten devices that you can consider

Sony Xperia L
Price: Rs 18,990
The Xperia L is a new mid-range offering from Sony with a slightly revamped design as compared to the rest of the Xperia line-up. It features a 4.3-inch touchscreen (854 x 480 pixels), Android 4.1, 1Ghz dual core processor, 1GB RAM, and 8GB storage (expandable).

It comes with a 8MP rear camera with image stabilisation and LED flash that can record videos in 720p.

Sony claims that the 1,750mAh offers up to 8 hours of talk time. Other features include a VGA front camera, Wi-Fi direct, NFC (near field communication) and stereo FM.

Nokia Lumia 720
Price: Rs 18,999
The 720 is Nokia's mid-range offering that strikes a great balance between price and features. Taking a cue from its more expensive siblings, the Lumia 720 has a curved unibody design that provides a great grip.
Specifications: 4.3-inch IPS LCD (800 x 480 pixels), 1Ghz dual core processor, 512MB RAM, 8GB + microSD, 6MP rear & 1.3MP front cam, Windows Phone 8, 2,000mAh, 128 grams
Positives: High quality unibody construction, excellent camera, great battery life.
Negatives: Low display resolution considering the price, wireless charging only enabled with additional snap-on cover.

Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos
Price: Rs 19,900 (Best buy price according to Samsung website)
Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos is comfortable to hold despite its phablet size, and bears a premium look inspired by the flagship S III and Note 2. It is built with good quality plastic, and doesn't heat up easily either.

Specifications: 5-inch PLS (800*480px) screen, 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, 1GB RAM, 8MP, 1080p Full HD video/2MP camera, dual SIM, 2100 mAh battery, Android 4.1 JellyBean

HTC Windows Phone 8S
Price: Rs 19,260
It may be a mid-range device but it still gets two thumbs up for great build quality. But, HTC has cut some corners (in the hardware) to bring the price down.
Specifications: 4-inch S-LCD (800 x 480), Windows Phone 8, 1Ghz dual core processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB storage (expandable), 5MP rear cam, 1,700mAh battery, 113 grams
Positives: Good build quality (unibody), high quality screen, good camera, expandable storage, nice price
Negatives: Only 720p video recording, no front camera, no HDMI, average battery life, no FM

Karbonn S1 Titanium
Price: Rs 10,990
Karbonn has tried to stand out from the crowd with the S1 Titanium. Qualcomm's quad core processor and 1GB RAM at this price is the most impressive feature. The 4.5-inch display offers good touch response and has high brightness.

Specifications: 4.5-inch (960 x 540 pixels), 1.2Ghz Qualcomm quad core, 1GB RAM, 4GB + microSD slot, 5MP/VGA camera, Android 4.1, 130g, 1,600mAh

Positives: Quad core processor, great performance, fantastic price

Negatives: Poor viewing angles, below average camera, disappointing battery life

Micromax Canvas 4
Price: Rs 17,990
The Canvas 4 is Micromax's latest flagship Android smartphone. Following up from the successful Canvas HD, it is powered by a quad-core processor, 1GB RAM and has a 2,000mAh battery.

However, it has 16GB storage, dual cameras (13MP rear & 5MP front) & its touchscreen can work with gloves - a first for Android smartphones at this price. Micromax has added enhancements like blow to unlock, video/browser pop out, smart gestures, vertical panorama & security features such as anti-theft tracker and anti-virus.

Finally, Micromax is including the 'Music Hub' from where users can stream or download their choice of songs from over 5,00,000 tracks.

Gionee Elife E5
Price: Rs 19,999
The new E5 from Gionee is just 6.85mm thick — Gionee calls it the world's slimmest HD super Amoled phone. Unlike most of the budget quad core phones, the E5 is powered by a 1.5Ghz quad core processor, has 16GB storage (expandable) and a unibody design with non removable back cover.

You get a 4.8-inch super Amoled touchscreen (1280 x 720 pixels with a pixel density of 306 ppi), 8MP rear camera with back illuminated sensor, 5MP front camera, DTS and 3D sound.

The device is available in multiple colours including yellow, graphite, black and white.

Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro
Price: Rs 17,435
With the Grand Quattro, Samsung entered this segment primarily to grab market share from Indian brands like Micromax, Zen and Karbonn. The Quattro is Samsung's first phone to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 quad core processor.

Specifications: 4.7-inch (800 x 480 pixels), 1.2Ghz quad core, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage + MicroSD, 5MP rear + VGA front cam, 2,000mAh battery, Android 4.1, 144 grams

Positives: Audio output, Touchwiz user interface with various software enhancements, dual SIM

Negatives: Low resolution display, sub par still camera, low resolution video recording, expensive

iBall Andi 4.7G Cobalt
Price: Rs 19,995
iBall's flagship Android smartphone marries powerful hardware and multiple software features. The phone's 4.7-inch display with 1280 x 720 pixels is sharper than a 5-inch display of the same resolution. The iBall Andi 4.7 Cobalt is a good phone overall, but at Rs 19,995, it feels too expensive.

Specifications: 4.7-inch (1280 x 720 pixels), 1.2Ghz quad core, 1GB RAM, 16GB storage + MicroSD, 12MP rear + 5MP front cam, 2,200mAh battery, Android 4.2

Positives: Performance, sharp display, great rear camera performance, front 5MP camera.

Negatives: Expensive compared to competition, washed out colours on screen.

Karbonn Titanium S9 IPS
Price: Rs 19,990
The smartphone has a 13.9 cm (5.5 inch HD) screen, offering 16 million colour output. The phone comes equipped with a 1.2 GHz quad core processor and runs on the latest Android 'Jelly Bean' 4.2 operating system.

The phone boasts of a 13 MP auto focus rear camera with flash and a 5 MP front camera. The phone has a 16GB internal memory and a 1GB RAM. The memory is expandable up to 32GB. It has a 2600 mAh battery

great comparisions.....Which smartphone should you buy? Here's a summary of recent phone reviews......

New phones are continually coming out. Which should you buy? Here's a summary of  recent phone reviews on iOS, BlackBerry 10 and the latest on Google phones running a pure version of Android.

Samsung Galaxy S4
The S4 is an excellent device from a hardware standpoint. Its 5-inch (12.5-centimeter) screen is larger than its predecessor, yet it's a tad lighter and smaller. The display is sharp, at 441 pixels per inch.

Samsung packed the Android device with a slew of custom features, including new camera tools and the ability to perform tasks by waving a finger over a sensor. Many of the features, however, make the phone more complicated to use. In some cases, custom features work only some of the time.

 In other cases, you're confronted with too many ways to do similar things. The S4 might be for you if you don't mind spending time customizing it. Otherwise, you must bypass all the gimmicks to get to what otherwise is a good phone.

HTC One
The One is a phone that can match Apple's standards of feel and finish. Plastic and metal are joined together so well that you can't tell by feel where one ends and the other starts. The 4.7-inch (11.9-centimeter) screen is also quite a sight, its 468 pixels per inch among the best.

Two front-facing speakers give you real stereo sound when turned sideways to watch a movie. HTC's camera has a lower resolution than most. Promises of better low-light shots from its larger sensors only partly delivered.

Like other Android phone makers, HTC adds confusion by customizing the interface. There are four different ``home'' screens from which to launch apps, for instance. The One is worth checking out as an alternative to the Galaxy S4 from Samsung, which also adds complication with its custom features.

Google Play Phone
Google has worked with both Samsung Electronics Co and HTC Corp to come out with a ``Google Play'' edition of the Galaxy S4 and HTC One phones. Instead of using customized software from Samsung and HTC, the Google phones run a pure version of Android, as developed by Google.

Essentially, the Google versions of these phones are replicas of the originals, with most of the bells and whistles removed. That's a good thing, as many of those ``improvements'' added to Android by Samsung and HTC actually make the phones more complex to use.

The bad news: The Google edition of the S4 sells for $649, while Google's HTC One goes for $599, compared with the $100 to $200 that you can typically get the original models for with a two-year agreement. And the phones don't work on Verizon and Sprint's CDMA networks.

BlackBerry Q10
The Q10 is a successful marriage of the modern touch-screen smartphone and the iconic BlackBerry keyboard. The interface takes time to get used to, and it doesn't have the simple immediacy of the iPhone. But once you learn it, you can positively zip between tasks.

The downside to the new BlackBerry 10 operating system is its relative dearth of third-party software. In addition, the keyboard eats up space that could be devoted to a bigger screen, leaving the Q10 with a square, 3.1-inch (7.8-centimeter) screen.

Nonetheless, the Q10 is likely to be attractive to the BlackBerry faithful, and it deserves serious consideration from Android and iPhone users as well.

BlackBerry Z10
The Z10 is the first phone to run RIM's new BlackBerry 10 operating system and comes across as a very good stab at regaining at least some of the cachet of the BlackBerry. But the Z10 looks like every other smartphone on the shelf.

It's a flat black slab with a touch screen, measuring 4.2 inches (10.6 centimeters). Only once you turn it on do the differences become more evident. Older BlackBerrys are great communications devices, but are poor at multimedia and at running third-party apps, something the iPhone excels at.
The new BlackBerry 10 software is a serious attempt at marrying these two feature sets.

iPhone 5
The iPhone 5 is the biggest overhaul to the line since the release of the 3G in 2008. Compared with other high-end smartphones, however, it's more of a catch-up move. The 4-inch screen is larger than previous iPhones, but smaller than many Android devices.

The iPhone now works with 4G LTE cellular networks, something many Android devices already did. The iPhone 5 doesn't break much new ground, but it supports the things that really set the iPhone apart: the slick, reliable operating system and the multitude of high-quality, third-party applications.

Released in September last year, the iPhone 5 is getting old. But don't expect a new model until at least this fall.

comparison of new Nexus 7 with iPad mini, Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 ?

• Google has announced new versions of its Nexus 7 tablet and this one comes with a full HD screen and better processing power for graphics and a 5 megapixel rear camera.
• The recently launched Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 for the 7-inch screen and with 3G is priced at Rs 17,399. In terms of price the Galaxy Tab 3 seems the cheapest but remember this only for the 8GB version of the tablet, although it does come with a microSD slot with 32GB as the limit. 

• We’ll have to wait and see how the new Nexus 7 tablets are priced in India and more importantly when they launch in India

Screen

•  The new Nexus 7 has the same 7 inch screen but Google has bumped up the screen resolution to 1920 x 1200 pixels which comes to 323 pixels per inch. 
• This is a full HD screen at 1080p.  The previous model had a 1280 x 800 pixels screen resolution which was 216 pixels per inch.

Camera and Battery life

•  The new Nexus 7 has a 5 megapixel rear camera and 1.2 megapixel front-facing camera. It also comes with 9 hours of battery life. The previous version of the Nexus 7 had no rear camera and only came with a 1.2 megapixel front camera. It had 8 hours of battery life.

Processing and Storage Space and Senors

•  The Nexus 7 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro, 1.5GHz processor which is quad-core and Adreno 320, 400MHz GPU for graphics. 
• Google’s tablet comes with 2GB RAM and 16 or 32 GB storage space but no MicroSD slot. 
• It has GPS, Gyroscope, Accelerometer, Compass and Ambient Light.
• The iPad mini has a dual-core A5 processor chip clocked at 1Ghz and PowerVR SGX543MP2 for graphics.

Operating Systems

•  The new Nexus 7 runs Android 4.3 the latest version of Android. The problem is that not a lot of apps have been optimised for Android tablets and very often the transition from smartphones to tablets doesn’t offer a great user experience.The iPad mini runs on iOS 6 currently and will get the upgrade to the new iOS 7 when it is released in the fall.
• The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 runs Android 4.1 version with Samsung’s Touch Wiz UI.

5G IN FUTURE....THE VIEW

   5G IN FUTURE

• Imagine switching on your microwave oven to reheat your son's evening tiffin sitting in your office. Or moderating the output of a machine in your factory sitting in the transit lounge in Hong Kong. All at the click of a button on your mobile phone. Sounds improbable? Not quite, for this will soon become a reality with global telcos bracing themselves for machines that will be connected to telecom networks. "The industry will be 5G ready by 2020. The idea is to increase the thru-put by 1,000 times with 1,000 times more spectrum and 1,000 times reduced energy," Wen Tong, head of the 5G mission at Huawei Technologies, the Chinese telco, said.

• A group of telecom firms such as Huawei, Ericsson and Samsung have started groundwork on 5G. "This is one of the top priority areas for us. We started work on this in 2009. The standards for 5G will be out in 2015 and rollout could be 2020. We will lead the 5G revolution," he said. Huawei started work on 5G in 2009 and has already deployed 200 engineers on the R&D work.
• Companies are working towards common technologies to make it both effective cost-wise and tech-wise. 5G becomes important in a world where more gadgets and appliances — from houses and cars to consumer goods — get connected to the internet through the mobile phone.
• India, which is stuck in the red-tape quagmire on telecom, is in the throes of a telecom revolution with billionaire Mukesh Ambani rolling up his sleeves to launch 4G services sometime in 2014. A 4G system provides mobile ultra-broadband internet access with USB wireless modems to mobile devices.Betting on the Indian business , Huawei aims to double revenues to $70 billion by 2017. It has implemented a Total Unit Programme for its Indian staffers whereby senior employees who complete three years will be eligible for equity stakes. The pilot, launched in India in February, covers around 500 employees.

HTC announces new Desire 500 with quad-core CPU & Android 4.2

HTC has officially launched Desire 500 smartphone today in Taiwan.  The company’s previously launched Desire 200 and 600 smartphone in mid-range segment, HTC Desire 500 will be sold for NT$11,900 (INR 23,693).It will be available beginning tomorrow (July 24) in open market and starting August 1 in HTC and Taiwan Mobile stores.HTC Desire 500 features a 4.3-inch WVGA display, 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 200 processor, 1GB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage. The phone also comes with NFC, 8MP rear camera with LED flash, and Beats Audio.

The smartphone runs on Android 4.2.2 with Sense 5 user interface, which includes software features like Blinkfeed and Video Highlights. HTC is targeting youngsters with the Desire 500, which will be released in a variety of colour options.

HTC Desire 500 key features

• 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 quad-core processor
• Android 4.2.2 with HTC Sense
• Total storage space: 4GB, microSD memory card
• RAM: 1GB
• Size: 131.8 x 66.9 x 9.9 mm
• Weight: 123 grams
• 4.3-inch display, WVGA resolution (480 x 800)
• Built-in GPS / AGPS antenna, 3.5mm audio jack, NFC, Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fib/g/n, DLNA
• Beats Audio
• 8-megapixel rear camera with auto focus, LED flash, BSI sensor, built-in HTC ImageChip, F2.0 aperture and 28mm lens
• 1.6-megapixels front camera, with BSI Sensor
• Battery: 1800 mAh

which is the best Water-proof phones samsung Galaxy S4 Active or Sony Xperia ZR?

• Samsung has just launched its water and dust resistant smartphone the Galaxy S4 Active. This phone featuring specs like the Galaxy S4 will compete with the latest Sony water and dust resistant Xperia ZR (available for purchase this month).
  
•  The Samsung phone can go under water and click photographs and shoot videos. It has a fully sealed design that keeps dust particles out and protects against water damage for up to 30 minutes of submergence at a depth of one meter. The Sony Xperia ZR (announced middle of last month) also sports highest level of water-resistance for capturing photos and full HD videos underwater (Sony claims). This phone can be keep submerged in 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. 

 Which one is better samsung Galaxy S4 Active or Sony Xperia ZR?

• The Galaxy S4 Active sounds like sporting the Galaxy S4 features (from its name). But no, it sports only a quad-core processor. In India we have received the octa-core Galaxy S4. Also the primary camera of Galaxy S4 is 13 megapixel one, the Galaxy S4 Active manages with an 8 megapixel shooter. In this aspect Sony Xperia ZR wins with a 13 megapixel camera with 16x digital zoom and a quad-core processor like the Galaxy S4 Active.

 See this table below and make your decision.

HTC One Mini Vs Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, which is the best Mini ?

HTC One Mini Vs Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini

HTC has taken the lid off the younger brother of HTC One, the HTC One Mini. This Mini has been launched yesterday and is ready to compete with the Galaxy S4 Mini from Samsung.

 When Galaxy S4 and HTC One were launched this year, the battle was between the metal clad HTC One and the feature perfect Galaxy S4. While the Galaxy S4 was packed with better features and a very good camera the HTC One was a marvel in itself with its aluminum body yet light weight Android. The HTC One gave a new dimension to cheaper plastic bodied phones, showing them that Android can go premium with great design.

Design and form factor
Now with the Mini avatar of HTC One, we can clearly say, yup this is the One. HTC has been sticking to its unibody metal design, and is bringing a premium smartphone within budget.



Samsung is still obsessed with polycarbonate body for its phones, as it says it makes the phones lighter (during the launch of Galaxy S4 in India). Though the Galaxy Mini is lighter than the HTC counterpart by a 15 grams margin and thinner by 0.35 mm, the looks will be the first point where Galaxy S4 loses the battle against HTC’s Mini.
Display and processor

The Mini from HTC sports a display resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels on a 4.3 inch that gives a 341 pixels per inches. No doubt it will overcome the Galaxy S4 Mini’s super amoled 960 x 540 pixels resolution on a 4.3 inch screen.


The processor part is where the HTC One lose the battle to Galaxy S4’s Mini. With a better display and dual frontal stereo speakers with built-in amplifiers with Beats Audio the HTC One Mini needs a faster processor no doubt. The S4 Mini and HTC Mini sport the same processor Qualcomm MSM8930 Snapdragon 400 processor. While HTC One speeds it at 1.4 GHz, Samsung manages a speed of 1.7 GHz for the powerhouse. Galaxy S4 Mini packs a 1.5 GB RAM to support its processor, while the HTC One packs a mere 1 GB RAM.

Camera

The camera in HTC Mini will follow the flagship, as the HTC One Mini and carry a 2 ultrapixel camera. (HTC One has 4 ultrapixel camera). Galaxy S4 Mini also played down with the camera with an 8 megapixel in comparison to its bigger brother’s 13 megapixel shooter.

Competition and conclusion
If you want a faster performing phone, the Galaxy S4 Mini is the one. While the HTC One Mini will add to your smart style the performance lags due to slower processor speed and lower battery, might damage the show.

Interesting fact is in India we have a lot of quad-core processor based phones with a 13 megapixel primary camera on a 5-inch to go with rather than 8 megapixel one. The Micromax Canvas 4, iBerry Auxus Nuclea N1, Wammy Passion Z+, BLU Life One, Karbonn Titanium S9 are good phones with quad-core processor and 13 megapixel phones. At a price of Rs. 27K one can also think of the Xperia ZR as a phone with added advantage of being water-resistant.

The Galaxy S4 Mini is available at Rs. 27990. Other competitors are available at between Rs. 15000 to Rs. 20000. HTC One Mini has got a good competition in the Indian market and it now needs to plays the trick on the price point.
The comparisons are given in table

Moto X to be launched in New York next month AS the new voice commands phone

 The smartphone had been described by an official from Rogers, a Canadian carrier. The video showed off the device’s ability to function with the help of voice commands.Then there was the feature which allowed firing up the camera with two flicks of the wrist. And let’s not forget that the handset has replaced LED notifications with an attribute which alerts users through a blinking icon of the relevant app.

Specifications-wise, a 4.7-inch HD panel, a dual core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor with a clock speed of 1.7GHz and Android 4.2.2, might all be aboard. Also, keep an eye out for 12GB of internal hoarding space.Unfortunately, there’s still no information about a price for the Moto X. But we can keep our fingers crossed and hope that this changes by August 1, 2013.

Listed below are the smartphone’s highly anticipated technical specifications, at a glance:

- Platform: Android 4.2.2
- Processor: 1.7GHz dual core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro
- RAM: 2GB RAM
- Display: 4.7-inch touchscreen
- Resolution: 1024 x 720 pixels
- Storage configuration: 12GB

wow! Samsung Galaxy S4 mini comes dual SIM worldwide

 In India, we got to witness the dual SIM version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini since its launch, various parts of the world received its single SIM variant at first. And now, it’s time for the other variant to hit these parts of the globe. It is being reported that the I9192 model from Samsung which bears two SIM card slots, has landed in various stores across the world.

As brought to our notice by GSMArena, Amazon US is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S4 mini dual SIM variant at $483 and $489 in its black mist and white frost colors, respectively. And then there are other retailers like Cells4U, which is stocking the black mist variant with a tag of $470. Techno Trading House has it listed at $515, whereas Negri Electronics is offering the phone at $520. And Overseas Electronics is selling the device at $580.

Availability of the dual SIM version is also being reported from Egypt and Mexico. And as far as Europe is concerned, a carrier named Movistar from Spain will be seen dishing it out on contract at €35 per month, but it’s not available yet. 

Launched earlier this year, this trimmed down edition of the South Korean company’s flagship gadget bears a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED screen with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, and it runs Android Jelly Bean 4.2. It is powered by a dual core processor clocked at 1.7GHz, whereas 1.5GB worth of RAM, 8GB of storage, a microSD card slot, an 8MP camera, a 1.9MP webcam, NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and all other such essentials have also been imbibed into this device.

As mentioned above, the Galaxy S4 mini has been made available worldwide in its dual SIM form. As far as India is concerned this variant was the only one that was brought out over here, and so it can be purchased now at a price of Rs 27,990.

Truecaller database hacked,cyber attack

 Hackers have attacked the database of Truecaller, the mobile phone application that helps phone users put a name to the callers.

It is touted to be the largest phonebook in the world. The hackers have gained access to ‘tokens’, or unique locks for different users.

Reports suggest that the data loss could be at 560 GB.

“We have experienced a cyber attack on our Web site that resulted in an unauthorised access to some data. We were able to shut it down moments after we discovered it. Our investigation into the matter indicates the attackers were able to access ‘tokens’, which was immediately reset,” Truecaller has said in a statement.

“What the attackers did not acquire is the needed key,” the company said.

The mobile phone app has been a hit with users across the world. Once you download the app on your phone, it gains access to your phonebook. As the number pile up, it will become quite easy for the users to identify unknown numbers.

“We do not store passwords, credit card information, or any other sensitive information about our users. It is false information that attackers were able to access our users’ Facebook, Twitter, or any other social media passwords,” the Truecaller statement said.

Govind Rammurthy, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of eScan, said that TrueCaller was using an old version of Wordpress (an open source tool), which had numerous vulnerabilities which were addressed to in June version update.

“Hackers had used the available vulnerabilities and exploited them to grab its databases. Upgrading the Web-applications to the latest versions is an important aspect of IT security. Organisations failing to keep their servers fully patched will always be vulnerable to such incidents,”

coming soon Sony Xperia Z Ultra to India, release date July 31

• The Sony Xperia Z Ultra release date for India has been confirmed by e-retailer Saholic which is saying that the mammoth smartphone will start being doled out from July 31 onwards. There’s no price that we can quote however, as the shopping channel has stopped short of revealing it at the moment. Moreover, no other online retailer seems to be listing this Sony device right now.

•  The fact that it will be landing in the country on the above mentioned date is a credible one, since we already know that it will be making its way into Hong Kong late this month as well. There, the non-LTE version will be sold at a price tag of around $799, which means that we can expect the phone to arrive here bearing an approximate MRP of Rs 47,500.Unveiled only recently, the Sony Xperia Z Ultra grabs hold of a massive 6.4-inch TFT LCD surface which features the Triluminos display technology for delivering enhanced visuals. This full HD monitor is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad core processor clocked at 2.2GHz. An Adreno 330 GPU and 2GB of RAM have also been granted to the phone. Moreover, it bears 16GB worth of internal storage memory and a microSD card slot for further expansions of up to 64GB.An 8MP rear camera and a 2MP front one find their spots on the device as well, apart from a 3,000mAh battery, the Android v4.2 Jelly Bean OS and other advanced features. We’ll have more on the on the Xperia Z Ultra when added details about it come to the fore.

DID Super Moms - Android Apps

              Description

DID Super Moms is a new season of India’s biggest dance reality show – Dance India Dance! Enjoy entertainment in multiple screens, download the DID Super Moms app and participate in the Live Chat with your favourite stars, get exclusive content in the gallery section and ‘Check in’ to the app to post your opinion on the highlights of the show!
With this app, you can:
• Click on the ‘Tap on’ button in the app during the show to unlock exclusive Trivia and videos!
• Get all the information about your favourite stars and join in the fun with the ‘Live Chat’ section
• Browse through the gallery to view the best show videos and pictures right on the app
• Visit the ‘Check In ‘section and chat with all the show viewers!
• Stay up-to-date with the latest show standings in the ‘Competition chat’ section
And so much more, all @ the DID Super Mom app!

DID Super Mom is a unique platform for the mothers who are aspiring dancers and sizzling sensations of tomorrow. The participants are trained under talented skippers, who will help mommies shape their destinies and fulfil their dreams of becoming India's first DID - Super Mom. DID- Super Moms too will be graced by a Grandmaster, who would encourage the enthusiastic mothers and give them useful tips to live their dreams.
The ‘Tap on’ section on the app is a new and exciting feature crafted specially for the show viewers. During the show, when prompted, one can simply tap on the button in this section. The mobile app will recognize the sound of the show and deliver to you exciting exclusive content!
App users will be notified when a Live Chat is set to begin. So, gather your best questions and compliments as the show’s stars will now be directly chatting with you!
The ‘Check In’ section on the app welcomes the show’s audience to come and share their opinions and suggestions with the other app users.
So join in the fun and download the DID Super Moms mobile app now!

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the world's smallest Windows 8-powered tablet

Acer Iconia W3 holds the distinction of being the world's smallest Windows 8-powered tablet. It is the first true rival of the popular Apple iPad mini and the plethora of Android tablets like Google Nexus 7 and Samsung Galaxy Note 510. At the launch event, we played a bit with the device for a hands-on review.

 It is obviously meant for a certain audience that desires the full functionality of the desktop in a portable form factor. Of course, you can enjoy music, videos and internet connectivity on the go with this tablet too.

The 1.8GHz dual-core Intel CloverTrailprocessor and 2GB RAM seems sufficient for most Windows 8 tasks and even during the hands-on, we did not encounter any lag. Acer has placed 2MP cameras on the front as well as back, but due to the very poor lighting conditions in the launch area, we were unable to evaluate them properly.

Using the Windows 8 tablet with just one hand was a new experience and something we did not find to be too disconcerting. In fact, those who have used Windows 8 laptops will find the transition to be natural, even if they have used the famously user-friendly Apple devices previously.

While Acer IconiaW3 has its merits, it has its demerits too. The tablet is targeted at all buyers, but focuses on those who not only consume content, but create it too. It has all the features for content creation, but forgets that the modern user does much more than just video playback and internet browsing. The wide number of utility and fun apps that make Android and Apple tablets so popular are not as widely available in Windows 8 platform. It is a well known fact and our harping about it won't change anything, but the point remains that this is the chief thorn in this Acer tablet's path.

Another issue is the lack of mobile data connectivity, which is something you would not expect in a tablet priced at Rs 28,000. Windows 8 platform offers mobile data support, so we are left wondering why Acer chose to leave it out. Of course, those who are ready to sacrifice a few (may be even many) apps and mobile data for full desktop functionality will find AcerIconiaW3 to be more than a capable device.

To protect against iPhone thefts, Apple REVEALS 'activation lock' feature

Apple has introduced a new feature called 'activation lock' which is expected to provide potent protection against iPhone thefts.
Increase in smartphone thefts, and the increased pressure from law enforcement authorities grappling with an epidemic of street crimes, prompted Apple to take this step, reports Huffington Post.Apple's existing feature 'Find My iPhone' allowed the owners to merely trace their phones whenever the thieves switch it on and delete their important data.
However, the new feature makes the phone inoperable by prompting the thieves to supply iCloud username and password even if they want to turn off the 'Find My iPhone' program.
According to the report, although some customers consider it as a welcome step owing to the number of thefts in the past year and subsequent killings by thieves over smartphones, there are also some people who find it is not a technologically advanced concept.

price cut in India for Samsung Galaxy S4

The phone, which launched in India on the day of its global launch at a price tag of Rs 41,500, is now selling at Rs 40,300 on Samsung India e-store. This translates to a discount of Rs 1,200. The company is also offering a 12-month EMI option for the device.

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However, while the official price cut is recent, some of the major e-commerce websites in the country like Flipkart and Snapdeal have been selling Galaxy S4 at this price since many weeks now. In fact, some of the smaller online retailers are selling the device for under Rs 40,000.
 The device is now priced at Rs 16,900, a reduction of Rs 1,360. This phone, a rival of Micromax Canvas HD, can be purchased for approximately Rs 16,570 on e-commerce websites.

Samsung Galaxy S4 features a 5-inch SuperAMOLEDtouchscreen with 1920x1080p resolution and 441ppi pixel density. The Indian variant of the phone has a 1.6GHz eight-core processor and comes in 16, 32 and 64GB versions, with microSD card support up to 64GB, and 2GB RAM. Connectivity features of this phone include 2G, 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth 4.0 and microUSB 2.0. Powered by a 2,600mAh battery, this phone also had a 1.9MP front-facing camera and a 13MP rear unit with LED flash.

The all-new Galaxy Grand Quattro features a 4.7-inch TFT touchscreen with 800x480p resolution and 200ppi pixel density. The device is powered by Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and comes with 1GB RAM and supports 32GBmicroSD card. Connectivity features
in Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro include 2G, 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0 and microUSB 2.0. A 5MP camera with LED flash is strapped to the back of this smartphone, while a VGA unit is placed in the front. It is powered by a 2,000mAh battery, supports dual-sim functionality and is available in black and white colours.

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 and Mega 5.8 for Rs 31,490 and Rs 25,100 only in India

Samsung today has launched the first two models of its Mega series of phablets namely the Galaxy Mega 5.8 and the Galaxy Mega 6.3 .The Galaxy Mega 5.8 is priced at Rs 25,100 and will be available within a week, while the Galaxy Mega 6.3 is priced at Rs 31,490 and will be available around June 10.
The Galaxy Mega 5.8 comes with a 5.8-inch qHD display while the Galaxy Mega 6.3 comes with a 6.3-inch 720p display. The phablets run Android 4.2 Jelly Bean and are powered by a dual-core Broadcomm Cortex A9 processor clocked at 1.4GHz in the Galaxy Mega 5.8 and a dual-core Qualcomm processor clocked at 1.7GHz in the Galaxy Mega 6.3. In terms of memory space, both feature 1.5GB RAM, and 16GB of internal memory which can be expanded up to 64GB using a microSD.

Other common features

 Include an 8-megapixel rear, a 1.9-megapixel front cameras, the Galaxy Mega 5.8 gets dual-SIM support, while the Galaxy Mega 6.3 stays with a siugle-SIM and on the connectivity front, both support Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3G, GPS and more. Additionally, the Galaxy Mega 6.3 also comes with support for NFC.

The Galaxy Mega 5.8 is slightly thicker at 9mm than the Galaxy Mega 6.3 which is 8mm thick, and weighs 182 grams while the 6.8 weighs 199 grams. In terms of battery, the Galaxy Mega 5.8 comes with a 2,600mAh battery, while the 6.3 houses a 3,200mAh battery.

Samsung India has also tied up with RCOM and Vodafone to offer unique data plans for its customers, with RCOM customers getting free 2GB of data per month for a period of 3 months as well as unlimited access to Big flicks, WhatsApp, Twitter and Facebook. Vodafone users, on the other hand, are being offered free 2GB of data per month for a period of 2 months.

At these prices, one can easily get the Galaxy S III or even a Galaxy Note II by investing a little more. But then it is for users who live by the “bigger is better” maxim.

Nokia Lumia 920 for Rs 31,999 with wireless charging plate

Nokia today available for Rs 32,369 from Nokia’s own online store in India. What’s more, Nokia is also bundling the DT900 wireless charging plate with the phone .Nokia today slashed the price of the Lumia 920 from approximately Rs 36,000 and is now available for Rs 31,999 . Nokia’s executives maintain that both the Lumia 920 and Lumia 925 will coexist in the market as both target different user segments. Nevertheless, with this price cut, it is clear that the Lumia 925 will be the de facto flagship product.

wow! Samsung Galaxy Young in India for Rs 8,010

 The Galaxy Star and now the Galaxy Young is also up on its online e-Store for Rs 8,010.

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The Galaxy Young is a dual-SIM smartphone and it features a 3.2-inch display with a HVGA resolution and is powered by a 1GHz single-core processor and has a 3-megapixel camera on the back.

It’s super light at 112 grams but is a little chubby at 12.5mm. It has a microSD card slot and has an 1,300 mAh battery. It runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean on top of which the TouchWiz nature UX runs. As a part of the TouchWiz UI, Samsung adds a number of add on features like the Easy Mode, a number of motion controls, free DropBox storage and the Samsung ChatOn messenger.

NOW LG Optimus G with LTE TDD connectivity IN INDIA

LTE TDD allows receiving and transmitting to take place on the same frequency at different times. This is unlike the case in LTE FDD, wherein two different frequencies exist for transmitting and receiving data. LTE TDD therefore, works somewhat like home broadband, granting a narrow band for uploading, while at the same time, offering a wider one for downloading heavier content.

 The South Korean manufacturer’s flagship device for India is selling in its 3G compatible form at Rs. 31,899. It features a 4.7-inch True HD IPS Plus display with a resolution of 1280 x 768 pixels. This Jelly Bean-equipped handset provides the benefits of a quad core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor clocked at 1.5GHz and 2GB of RAM. Moreover, a 13MP rear camera and a 1.3MP front-facing snapper make their way into it as well. Also, a 2100mAh Li-Ion battery powers the device from within.
It’s not quite sure when we’ll be able to see the LTE TDD variant of the LG Optimus G landing in India, but expect full coverage from us on the matter in the near future.

DO U WANT TO KNOW Sony Xperia A

 The Sony Xperia A features a 5-inch full HD display offering 1080p resolution, a 13-megapixel primary camera, 16GB of storage and a removable, 2,300mAh battery. The phone will run the latest Android version, and is expected to feature LTE network support. There is no information on the processor and other features known so far, but considering that it has been registered for approval at FCC under the NTT DoCoMo network, there is a possibility that the phone gets unveiled at DoCoMo’s product launch on May 15.

Sony has earlier been reported to work on Honami and Togari, with the latter being rumored as a 6.44-inch device. The Honami on the other hand is expected to fall in the 5-inch display category and feature a rather powerful camera. The Sony Xperia A could be a country specific variant of the Honami.

the next-generation Nexus 7 WITH Alleged specifications

The upcoming Nexus 7 will look quite similar to the current device but will flaunt a very narrow bezel and a 7-inch LTPS (1920×1200 pixels) display. The tablet will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon S4 Pro, which stays consistent to previous reports which said that Google would be ditching the Tegra processor for a Snapdragon in the next-generation Nexus 7.
SPECIFICATIONS

The tablet also seems to feature a 5-megapixel rear camera, an HD camera at the front, support for NFC and will come bundled with a 4,000mAH battery with support for Texas Instruments’ Qi wireless charging. On the software front, the device will run on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean instead of Key Lime Pie, as the latter is highly likely to miss the I/O date.

The report further notes that Google will maintain the current price range of below $199 and with an unveiling at the I/O, it plans to steal the thunder from Apple’s next-generation iPad mini

Gionee GPad-G2 launched for Rs 13,990

The Chinese mobile vendor officially launched the 5.3-inch phablet for Rs 13,990.

The Dual-SIM Gionee GPad-G2 sports a 5.3-inch qHD (960×540 pixels) display and is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core Cortex A7 processor, PowerVR Series5XT GPU and 1GB of RAM.

 Other features on the phablet include an 8-megapixel rear camera with LED Flash, 2-megapixel camera at the front, 4GB of internal memory that can be expanded to up to 32GB using a microSD card, an in-built DTS audio system and a 3,000mAH battery. On the software front, the phablet runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and comes pre-loaded with apps like Facebook, NQ Security, Twitter and YouTube among others.

Priced at a competitive Rs 13,990, the Gionee GPad-G2 will be up against other quad-core devices like the Micromax A116 Canvas HD and the Celkon A119Q Signature HD among others.

Nokia Asha 501 announced swipe-based UI for $99

 The Asha 501 flaunts a 3-inch QVGA display and includes features like a 3.2-megapixel rear camera, memory that can be expanded using a microSD card and a battery that the company claims will last up to 17 hours. Connectivity wise, the device will be available in Single and Dual-SIM variants depending upon the market, and for now only supports 2G along with Wi-Fi. Nokia did reveal that a 3G variant is on its way.

On the software front, the Asha 501 sports a swipe-based UI that is reminiscent to the Nokia N9 days and includes features like Fastlane and a Flipboard-like web magazine called Xpress Now.Hardware aside, the biggest talking point of the Asha 501 is going to be its new swipe based UI, which has been highly inspired by the N9.

This device is completely different to the Asha 210 launched last month, sporting a new swipe-based user interface and will be available towards the end of Q2 for $99 before local taxes and subsidies.This would include phone calls, text messages, notes, music, video, apps, mail and so on.

 Fastlane is pretty impressive as it brings the concept of multi-tasking without demanding a heavy duty operating system

. On the browser front, Nokia is also introducing a Flipboard-like web magazine that it calls Xpress Now.

Nokia Lumia 928 announced Verizon for $99

The new flagship phone offers an 8.7-megapixel rear-facing camera, which boasts optical image stabilization for better low-light photography and more

It also includes the same touch-sensitive tech that can work through gloves and with long fingernails that was introduced with the 920, a 1.5GHz dual core Qualcomm processor, a 1.2 megapixel front-facing camera, 1GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.

The Nokia Lumia 928 will be available on May 16th

An iPad smart cover could switch off your pacemaker accidentally

“iPad 2s use magnets to help secure the cover to the tablet. Since people hold tablets so close to their chest, I wanted to see if these magnets could affect cardiac device performance,” said Gianna Chien, a freshman at Lincoln High School in Stockton, Calif., who conducted the study for her science fair project.

“Since tablets are becoming more common, I hope these findings will encourage patients who have or may be a candidate for implantable defibrillators to talk to their doctor about precautions if they use a tablet like the iPad 2.”

Testing her hypothesis on 26 participants she found that 30% of the time the magnets caused the devices to stop working.

Since, she's started getting attention from medics—and soon she'll be reporting her findings to 8,000 doctors at a Heart Rhythm Society meeting in Denver.

Celkon unveils A107 with 5-inch display and dual-core processor

 specifications,

The Signature One will feature a 5-inch capacitive display like the recently announced Signature A119Q HD and Signature A119 HD. It will run on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, will be powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor and will come with 512MB RAM. On the camera front, it will carry an 8-megapixel primary camera and a VGA front camera.

Xolo Q700 features a 4.5-inch display, quad-core processor and runs on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

 the Dual-SIM Q700 seems to be sporting a 4.5-inch qHD (540×960 pixels) display and powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, PowerVR SGX544 GPU and 1GB of RAM. Other features on the phone are a 5-megapixel rear camera, VGA camera at the front, 4GB of internal memory and a 2,400mAH battery. The listing also reveals that the Q700 will run on Android 4.2 out of the box and will be available in brown and blue color variants.

Though there is no official word on the price, the report says that the Xolo Q700 is likely to be priced around Rs 9,999, which will pit it against other recently launched quad-core phones like the Intex Aqua Wonder Quadcore, and Karbonn’s S1 Titanium and S5 Titanium among others.