Talking about Celkon first, the company has introduced two new Android phones – Signature One A107 and A9+. The phones have been priced at INR 6,999 and INR 3,299 respectively.

• Celkon Signature One A107: 5-inch WVGA display, 1GHz dual-core processor, 8MP rear camera and 2100 mAh battery.
• Celkon A9+:  3.5-inch HVGA display, 1GHz processor, Android 4.0, 2MP camera, 256MB RAM and 1350 mAh battery

Coming to Maxx, the mobile phone maker has also released two new Android phone models – AX8 Race and AX9Z in the country. These phones have been priced at INR 8,875 and INR 12,375.

• Maxx AX8 Race: 5-inch WVGA capacitive display, Dual-SIM (GSM + GSM) with Dual Standby, Android 4.0.3 and 1GHz single-core MediaTek Processor
• Maxx AX9Z Race: 4.5-inch qHD display, 1.2 GHz dual-core Mediatek MT6577 processor, and Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and Dual SIM (GSM + GSM) support.

Lastly, Advantage Computers (Adcom) has announced the launch of six new Android smartphones in the country. These phones are A-530 HD, A-500, A-450, A-430, A-400, and A-350. The phones will be sold starting INR 3,199 in the country. The company has not shared device specific details right now.

The Xperia Tablet Z version on sale in the country comes with 16GB of internal storage and 3G connectivity. Other features of the tablet include 1.5 GHz Snapdragon S4 Pro quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM.

Sony Xperia Tablet Z also packs a 10.1-inch 1920x1200p full HD display, Android 4.1 and 8.1MP rear camera.

The tablet might be the best possible Android tablet in the country right now, but we still believe the pricing is simply too much. The company is charging almost INR 17K incentive for 3G over the Wi-Fi version pricing of $499 in the US. Sony India has seriously lost it, we hope the company comes back to its senses and corrects the pricing in the next few days.

Sony Xperia Tablet Z key features

• 8.1 megapixels rear camera, 2.2MP front-facing camera
• Dimensions: 172 x 266 x 6.9 mm, weighs 495 grams
• Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
• 1.5 GHz Qualcomm APQ8064+MDM9215M quad-core processor
• Adreno 320 GPU
• IPX5/7 (Water-resistant) & IP5X (Dust-proof)
• 10.1 inches TFT display with 1920×1200 pixels resolution
• NFC
• 16GB internal storage with microSD card slot
• 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth  4.0, Glonass, GPS, HDMI via MHL support

Running on Android 4.2, the phone also features similar specifications to that of A116 Canvas HD smartphone apart from the HD display.

In this report, we will be comparing Micromax A110Q and A110 smartphones to see whether the upgrades make the phone better and do they justify the price-rise or not.

To remind you, Micromax A110 Canvas 2 is being sold at around INR 9,999, while the newly announced Canvas A110Q Canvas 2 Plus is available for INR 12,100.

A110Q Canvas 2 Plus vs A110 Canvas 2

In favour of A110Q: The quad-core processor on-board is a decent upgrade over the dual-core CPU in A110. 1GB of RAM is another positive and so is the presence of Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. Design-wise, both the phones look exactly the same.

In favour of A110: Apart from the slightly lower price than A110Q Canvas 2 Plus, there are no reason to choose A110 here; the A110Q pricing is justified considering the upgraded features.

Here is the quick specs comparison of the both the phones

Phone	Micromax A110Q Canvas 2 Plus	Micromax A110 Canvas 2
Price	INR 12,100	INR 9,999
Display	5-inch FWVGA 854x480p capacitive IPS display	5-inch FWVGA 854x480p capacitive IPS display
Android version	Android 4.2	Android 4.0.4 (Android 4.1 update available)
Internal storage	2.6GB (1.6GB for apps, 1GB for media and other content)	2.5 GB
RAM	1GB	512MB
Processor	1.2GHz quad-core Mediatek MT6589 processor with PowerVR SGX 544 GPU	1GHz dual-core MediaTek MT6577 processor with PowerVR SGX531 GPU
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MicroUSB, dual-SIM	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, MicroUSB, dual-SIM
Battery	2000 mAh	2000 mAh
Cameras	8.0MP rear camera with dual-led flash, 2MP front camera	8.0MP rear camera with dual-led flash, VGA front camera
Expendable storage	Yes, upto 32GB	Yes, upto 32GB

Also check out: Micromax A116 Canvas HD vs Micromax A110 Canvas 2

The smartphone features a 5-inch 720p display with 295 PPI, 8MP rear camera, 1.2MP front camera and 2100 mAh battery. Q1000 also packs 1GB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage, and microSD card slot. In addition, the phone comes with Android 4.2 and dual-SIM (GSM+GSM) support.

This XOLO smartphone will be directly be competing with Micromax’s A116 Canvas HD and just announced A110Q Canvas 2 Plus phones. Other manufacturers too have similar offerings in under INR 15,000 budget, so XOLO isn’t getting an easy ride here.

XOLO Q1000 key specifications

• 5-inch 1280x720p IPS display
• 1.2 MP front camera, 8MP rear camera with BSI sensor
• Dual SIM (GSM + GSM)
• Android v4.2 (Jelly Bean)
• 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, PowerVR SGX544 GPU
• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS
• 1GB of RAM, 4 GB of internal storage, microSD card slot
• Dimensions: 70.8×143.5×8.8 mm

So, how many of you are thinking of going for XOLO Q1000?

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Micromax A110Q Canvas 2 Plus features Android 4.2, 5-inch IPS FWVGA display and 1.2GHz quad-core processor. The phone also comes with 8MP rear camera, 2MP front camera, 3G support, and 2,000 mAh battery.

In addition, the phone packs 1GB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage and microSD card slot. It has been priced at INR 12,100 and can be purchased from the Micromax e-Store today.

The smartphone joins the company’s already available A100, A110, A115, A116, and A72 Canvas smartphones.

Micromax A110Q Canvas 2 Plus key specifications

• 5-inch 854x480p IPS display
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
• 1.2GHz quad-core MT6589 processor
• 8.0MP rear camera with dual-led flash, 2MP front camera
• 2000 mAh of battery
• 3G, Bluetooth 4.0 , Wi-Fi , USB 2.0
• 1GB of RAM, 4GB storage (1.6GB for app, 1GB for media storage), microSD card slot
• Dual-SIM support

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The PC part of the device features 18.4-inch Full HD display, 3^rd-gen Intel Core processor (i3 or i5), 4GB of RAM, up to 1TB of hard disk space, and NVIDIA GeForce GT 730M GPU. On the other hand, the tablet part features NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage and Android 4.1.

“ASUS is one of world’s leading organizations who believe in innovation in technology and ASUS’ top priority is to bring such innovative All-in-One products for Indian consumers and we have been diligently working towards success on this front. We feel that this device is an excellent choice for lifestyle buyers and top executives looking for a unique and feature packed AiO, a desktop solution and a large tablet .We are aiming to lead the market in the niche hi-end gaming and entertainment PCs segment” said Vinay Shetty – Country Head – Component Business, ASUS (India).

Pricing and availability

Asus Transformer AiO will be available starting INR 86,999 (i3 version) in the coming days.  The device comes with a three year-warranty.

Asus Transformer AiO specifications

Samsung Galaxy Star is the first Android smartphone from the Korean manufacturer to get a sub-INR 5,000 price at launch. It runs on Android 4.1 and is powered by 1GHz processor.

The phone also features 3-inch QVGA display, 512MB RAM, 4GB of internal storage and 1200 mAh battery.

For the first time smartphone buyers, who don’t have any problem in using a small screen phone and lack of 3G, this is probably the best option right now.

Samsung India is also expected to start selling Galaxy Pocket Neo, another budget Android phone, in the coming days. The phone has already been listed on the company’s website along with Galaxy Star.

Samsung Galaxy Star duos key specifications

• 3-inch 320x240p display
• 2MP rear camera
• FM radio, 2G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, 3.5mm audio jack, MicroUSB port
• Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
• 1 GHz Application Processor
• 512 MB RAM
• Internal Memory: 4 GB, microSD card slot
• Dual-SIM support
• Battery: 1200 mAh
• 104.95 x 58.00 x 11.90mm, 100.5 grams

Officially announced for the Indian market just days ago, Nexus 4 is priced at INR 25,990, making it the best Android smartphone to buy in this budget. Given the positives of the phone, it is not surprising that we are seeing such demand for the device, even though the phone has launched over six months after the US release.

There is no word on when Flipkart will be getting the next stock; chances are you might have to wait until May 30^th.

To remind you, Nexus 4 has been manufactured by LG for Google. It features a 4.7-inch HD display, 1.5GHz quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM. The phone also comes with 16GB of internal storage, 8MP rear camera, front camera and Android 4.2.

Update: Flipkart has starting taking orders for Nexus 4 once again, but as it does not have stocks right now, it will be shipping the phone once the stocks arrive.

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XOLO Q1000 has been spotted on two retail websites – Flipkart and Maniac Store. While, Flipkart has not listed the phone price right now, as per a listing on Maniac store, the phone will be priced at INR 13,999.

The pricing does match the specifications of the phone but we would like to wait for the official announcement to get a more clear idea.

XOLO Q1000 features Android 4.2, 1.2GHz quad-core processor and 5-inch HD 720p display. The phone also packs 8MP rear camera, 1.2MP front camera, 1GB of RAM and 2,100 mAh battery.

In related news, XOLO has released Android 4.2 update for its A800 smartphone. The update can be downloaded from the company website. You can find more information in this report.

XOLO Q1000 key specifications

• 5-inch 1280x720p IPS display
• 1.2 MP front camera, 8MP rear camera with BSI sensor
• Dual SIM (GSM + GSM)
• Android v4.2 (Jelly Bean)
• 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, PowerVR SGX544 GPU
• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth,
• 1GB of RAM, 4 GB of internal storage, microSD card slot
• Dimensions: 70.8×143.5×8.8 mm

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Talking about the smartphones, Idea Aurus III features 4-inch WVGA display, Android 4.1 and 1GHz processor. The phone will be sold at INR 6,990.

On the other hand, Idea ID 920 comes with 3.5-inch HVGA display, Android 2.3 and dual-SIM support. The phone will be available at INR 4,950.

Data offer: As always, Idea is offering slightly discounted data packages for Aurus III and ID-920. With the recharge of INR 261, the smartphone buyers will be getting the following benefits.

• 1.6 GB (1GB for ID 920) per month for 3 months on 3G/Unlimited data on 2G for first 3 months
• Idea TV Rs. 150 pack p.m. free of charge for 3 months

Both the smartphones are now available at Idea stores and other major retailers across the country.

“Keeping in mind the requirements of the fast evolving Indian consumer in the light of the ongoing mobile broadband revolution, the new 3G smartphones from Idea are priced affordably to upgrade existing 2G users to 3G. Device plays an important role in establishing data experience for the user, but currently 3G smartphones are priced relatively high in the Indian market. Idea is bridging this gap by bringing low-cost devices with high-end features to proliferate 3G among all segments of users,” said Sashi Shankar, CMO, Idea Cellular.

“We have already sold more than 3 lakh 3G smartphones ever since we entered the devices market, a little over a year ago, leading to a rapid increase of data users to over 26 million in Q4FY13. We are confident that our expanding 3G devices portfolio will further spur data usage on our network”, added Sashi Shankar.

Idea Aurus III key specifications

• 4-inch 800x480p resolution display
• Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
• 5MP rear camera, VGA front camera
• 3G, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
• 1GHz processor
• Dual SIM (GSM + GSM) support
• 512MB of RAM, 4GB of on-board memory, microSD card slot
• 1400 mAh battery

Idea ID-920 key specifications

• 3.5-inch 480x320p display
• Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
• 1GHz processor
• 3G, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS
• 256MB of RAM, 512MB of internal memory, microSD card slot
• Dual SIM (GSM + GSM) support
• 2MP camera
• 1400 mAh battery

All you need to use is “FLASH2105” coupon code during checkout and you will get 10 percent discount on the list price. After the discount, Nexus 3G is being sold at INR 19,799, while the 32GB Wi-Fi version is available at INR 16,719. This offer is valid for today itself.

To remind you, Nexus 7 packs 1.2GHz quad-core Tegra 3 processor, 7-inch 1280x800p display, 1GB of RAM, Android 4.2 and front camera.

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The USP of the tablet is its 9.7-inch 2048 x 1536p resolution IPS display, which is similar to Zync Quad 9.7 tablet. Other features of Slide Q9703 include Android 4.1, 1.2GHz quad-core processor, and 2GB of RAM.

The tablet also packs 5-megapixel rear camera, 2-megapixel front camera and 8,000 mAh battery.

“It’s an era of larger screens and stunning displays. This tablet’s ultra-high resolution and retina panel on quad-core processor and octa-core GPU is going to provide terrific performance and a stunning viewing experience to their proud owners,” said Sandeep Parasrampuria, Director of iBall.

The tablet will be competing with Zync Quad 9.7, which is sold at just INR 13,990 and offers almost identical specifications.

iBall Slide Q9703 key specifications

• 9.7-inch IPS 2048x1536p display with 263PPI
• 1.2GHz quad-core processor, PowerVR SGX544 MP2 GPU
• 5-megapixel rear camera, 2-megapixel front camera
• 2GB of RAM, 16GB of storage, microSD card slot
• Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3G support via dongle, 3.5 mm audio jack
• 8,000mAh battery
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

According to the reports from brick and mortar stores, the first stocks of the smartphone will start reaching later today or tomorrow in the metros, while other cities and towns should get the phone beginning next week.

If you are planning to buy HTC One from your neighbourhood retailer, contact them now, the initial stocks are expected to be limited, but more stocks are expected in the coming weeks.

On the e-retailer front, all the major online stores have started listing the phone. Infibeam is showing HTC One in stock with an expected shipment time of 1-2 days.  Flipkart and Snapdeal have also listed the smartphone, but are currently taking the pre-orders, probably just waiting for the stocks, as they have listed the expected availability of the next week.

Saholic, which was first to list the phone, is still showing the shipment time of 8 days, seems like they jumped the gun in taking orders for a phone, which is yet to reach their warehouses.

To remind you, the phone has been priced at INR 42,990, and it is expected to sell at the same pricing for the next few weeks, after that we should see some relaxation in the pricing.

Update: As we reported earlier, some retailers have started getting the HTC One stocks. Here is an image from Kolkata.

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Earlier (May 16, 2013): After the reports of Nexus 4 pre-orders on Flipkart, LG India has now officially announced the launch of Nexus 4 smartphone in the country today. Priced almost same as the pre-order listing, the phone will be available at INR 25,999 (16GB version) in the country.

It might not be at par with the Google Play pricing, but it is still a very decent price compared to similar featured smartphones from other companies.

To remind you, Nexus devices like Nexus 4 are the first ones for receive new Android updates as soon as they are announced by Google, sometimes within days of the official unveiling.

It is important to note here that Nexus 4 took a surprisingly long time (although not as much as Nexus 7) to reach the Indian market. The phone was originally announced back in October by Google and it went on sale in November in select countries. The initial reports had pegged India release around November-end, but they turned out to be false.

To remind you, Nexus 4  features 4.7-inch True HD IPS display and is powered by 1.5GHz quad-core processor (Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro, the same SoC, which is present in Xperia Z and ZL). The phone also packs 2GB of RAM, Android 4.2.2 and 16GB of internal storage. There is no microSD card slot to increase the storage, so you will have to rely on Google Drive or other cloud storage solutions.

“LG Electronics is pleased to partner Google on the release of the Nexus 4 in India. We added the best of our talent to our strength, and the result is a feature- packed smartphone that packs superb hardware under a slim hood. With LG Nexus 4, consumers would be delighted by the perfectly balanced combination of style, function and power, said Soon Kwon, Managing Director, LG Electronics India.

The smartphone will be sold online as well as via select LG exclusive brand shops, Multi brand outlets and major retail stores across India.

Nexus 4 key features

• 4.7-inch display with 1280x768p resolution
• Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro quad-core processor
• 8MP rear, 1.3 MP front cameras
• 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1 mm, 139g
• 16GB internal storage
• 2GB of RAM
• Micro-USB, SlimPort HDMI, 3.5mm headphone jack, Wireless charging, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth
• 2,100 mAh battery
• Android 4.2.2
• Microphone, Accelerometer, Compass, Ambient light, Gyroscope, Barometer, GPS
• Pre-loaded with Photosphere support in camera app

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Lava IRIS 458q comes with a 4.5-inch FWVGA display, 1.2GHz quad-core processor and Android 4.2. The phone also features 512MB of RAM, 8MP rear camera and 2,000 mAh battery.

“Innovation and understanding of consumer needs are a couple of key strengths for LAVA and that helps us introduce powerful smartphones across various price segments for all users. The IRIS 458q is our latest offering for users who love to carry a stylish smartphone with the latest technology without burning a hole in the pocket,” said SN Rai, Co – Founder & Director, Lava.

Lava IRIS 458q key specifications

• 1.2 GHz quad-core processor
• 4.5-inch 854x480p display
• 2000mAh battery
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
• 8 MP Auto Focus Camera & VGA Front Camera
• 3G/ Wi Fi/ A-GPS/BT (V3.0)
• Sensors- Proximity, Light & G Sensor
• 4GB of internal storage, 512MB of RAM, microSD card slot

Better known as Galaxy Win Duos, Grand Quattro features 4.7-inch WVGA display, 1.2GHz quad-core processor and Android 4.1. The phone also comes with 5MP rear camera with LED Flash and 0.3MP front camera.

According to a press release issued by the company, Samsung is offering INR 3000 virtual credit to the Galaxy Grand Quattro buyers with 90 days validity to download games from the company’s MyServices application. You can SMS MyOffer to 56886 to get the link for myServices App and launch the application to download games.

“Galaxy Grand Quattro is a revolutionary device that combines powerful performance with smart multi tasking and advanced usability. Following the success of the Galaxy Grand introduced in January this year, we are confident that the Galaxy Grand Quattro will meet the needs of consumers looking for the ‘Grand’ experience in a slightly smaller display,” Samsung Mobile Country Head Vineet Taneja said.

Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro key specifications

• 1.2GHz quad-core processor
• 4.7 inch WVGA TFT LCD
• Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
• 5-megapixel rear-facing camera, VGA front camera
• FM Radio with RDS, 3.5mm Ear Jack,
• Dual SIM Always On
• WiFi b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, DLNA, MicroUSB, USB 2.0
• Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Digital Compass
• 8GB Internal memory, 1GB of RAM, microSD slot (up to 32GB)
• GPS, A-GPS
• 133.3 x 70.7 x 9.65 mm, 144 g
• 2,000 mAh of battery

According to a report in Android Nova, the XOLO A500+ is expected to be launched in June (next month) for around INR 6,500.

The smartphone will run on Android 4.2, which is a positive as it is the latest version of Android available right now, not sure if it will be the case when A500+ goes on sale in June. Among other specs, the phone will reportedly pack a 5MP rear camera, VGA front camera, dual-SIM support and 2,000 mAh battery.

A500+ also packs 512MB of RAM, 4GB of internal storage and a microSD card slot. At the reported pricing, the features do seem decent but it will be the real life performance that will matter the most.

In related news, XOLO’s leaked X910+ smartphone is already on sale, and the XOLO will soon announce Play T1000 and Q2000 smartphones.

XOLO has been expanding its smartphone portfolio at a very swift face in the recent few weeks. Thanks to the presence of Intel-powered phones, XOLO’s portfolio isn’t as monotonous as other home-grown companies that are just launching Chinese re-branded products, although it is important to point out here that XOLO does sell some re-branded products, and A500+ seems to be one of those.

Compared to X900, the specifications of X910 are slightly on the lower-side. The XOLO X910 comes with a 4.3-inch qHD display and is powered by 1.6GHz Intel AtomZ2460 processor, which is same as X900.

Other features of X910 include 1GB of RAM, 5MP rear camera, front camera, 4GB of internal storage, dual-SIM support and microSD card slot.

The phone has been priced at INR 9,999 and can be purchased from Snapdeal.com; other retailers like Flipkart have also listed the smartphone but are yet to receive the stocks.

XOLO X910 is the fourth Intel powered phone from XOLO, as the company continues to expand its smartphone line-up in the country.

As per recent reports, XOLO is also planning to release few more Android phones like XOLO Play T1000 and XOLO Q2000.

XOLO X910 key specifications

• 4.3-inch display qHD capacitive display
• Android 4.0.4
• Dual-SIM support
• 1GB of RAM, 4GB of storage, microSD card slot
• Intel Atom Processor Z2460 single core
• 5MP rear camera, VGA front camera
• FM Radio, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, 3.5mm audio jack

According to a report in Business Line, ZTE will initially release five smartphones ranging from INR 5,799 to INR 14,999 followed by tablets.

The company told Business Line that the first models will be available in all major states by the end-of-October; however it will start with Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.

“Globally, ZTE is the fourth largest handset manufacturer and we are certain to strengthen our position in India, which is a key growth propeller for us, contributing to 10 per cent of our overall revenues,” ZTE India Chief Executive Officer Xu Dejun said in a statement.

There are no details available on the devices right now, but as soon as we get something new, we will share it with you guys.

According to the information we have received so far, first HTC One stocks are expected to reach brick and mortar stores and online retailers around May 20, following which they shall start shipping.

Originally announced for the Indian market in April, the phone was earlier supposed to become available last month itself but was delayed.

To remind you, HTC One features 4.7-inch 1080p full HD display, 1.7GHz Snapdragon 600 quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM. The phone also packs an ultrapixel camera, 32GB of internal storage, 2300 mAh battery and Android 4.1.

HTC has included the latest version of its Sense UI on the phone, which brings Blinkfeed, HTC Zoe, Sense TV and other features to the phone.

Data partnership: As HTC stated at the time of original announcement, the company has partnered with RCom to provide 1GB of 3G data free for 3 months to HTC One buyers on its GSM network along with free WhatsApp and Facebook access for 3 months.

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Why do I think that Nexus 4 is the best Android smartphone at INR 25,990 in the Indian market? Let’s find out.

It is a Nexus phone

What is the biggest advantage of buying Nexus 4? It is a Nexus device – built by LG as per guidelines from Google directly. Running a pure Android version, it is the Google’s reference device for other manufacturers.

What can be better than Google’s implementation of Android? Bloated manufacturer skins – certainly not.

In addition, Nexus devices get guaranteed Android updates, within days of Google’s announcement of a new Android version.  No more looking for custom ROMs to get latest Android version (you can alweays use them for other reasons, but you don’t need them for Android updates).

Developer/ modding friendly

It is developer friendly device and allows tinkering. Unlock the bootloader, root the phone, do whatever the hell you want to do with it and when you get bored, go to Google and download a factory image and flash it to your phone and it is as good as it was when you bought it.

Excellent value for money

Powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon S4 Pro quad-core processor, it is almost as powerful as the latest flagships from other smartphone makers. As it is six months old, you can’t expect it to crush the latest phones in the benchmarks, but it will give you a great real-life performance and can easily take on any task you throw at it.

With 2GB of RAM inside, you don’t need to worry about your phone being sluggish when there are lots of apps open.

The camera is decent enough and also gives you access to Photo Sphere feature to take 360 degree images.

And, don’t compare the India pricing to the US Google Play price ($349 + $50 (taxes + shipping)), we can’t expect LG India to match that, anyways, you are paying just INR 4,000 premium over the US price, which is a better deal than most countries that got the phone directly from LG.

There are obviously some issues with the phone as are with all other phones, none of the smartphones are perfect.

So, this is why we think that Nexus 4 is the best smartphone you can buy at INR 25,990, what do you guys think, do you agree with me? Or, do you find other phones to be to be better option?

To remind you, Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 311 was earlier selling for INR 11,900, so it is almost INR 2,000 reduction in the price of this tablet.

At the pricing, the tablet is a no-brainer for anyone looking to grab a sub-INR 10K tablet. It features a 7-inch 1024x600p resolution display, 1GHz dual-core processor and Android 4.1.

The tablet also comes with 3-megapixel rear camera, front camera, 16GB of internal storage and 4,000m Ah battery.

There is no word on whether Samsung India wants to issue a price-cut for Tab 2 310 (the 3G version) as well, which is still selling for around INR 15,900 in the country.

To remind you, Samsung also retails Galaxy Note 800 and Galaxy Note 8.0 tablets in the country, which are currently selling for INR 34,500 and INR 30,900 respectively.

The Japanese manufacturer has just re-entered the Indian mobile space, it earlier used to sell feature-phones in the country. With the growing demand of smartphones all over, the company is looking to get back in the game.

Panasonic’s India smartphone efforts are particularly interesting in the wake of its departure from the European market last year after releasing just two smartphones in the region. Looks like, it really thinks that it can succeed in the country, which is currently dominated by Samsung and the local handset makers.

The company also announced at the P51 launch event that it is eyeing 8 per cent of the Indian smartphone market share in the first year.

“It has always been our endeavor to excel in all aspects of consumer technology. The launch of Panasonic Smartphone in India marks the beginning of our journey in the Indian mobile phone market and will bring together the ultimate smartphone user experience. The smartphone series will come power-packed with features and will cater to the consumers across the spectrum – from mid-tier to the premium class. With an aim to garner a market share of 8% in the first year, this product will showcase the convergence of Panasonic’s pioneering technology and consumer insight,” said Manish Sharma, Managing Director, Panasonic India.

Do you think that it can achieve 8pc market share? We have doubts; let us know about your opinion in the comments section.

There are no exciting features in the smartphone. The phone packs a 5.3-inch qHD IPS display, 1GHz dual-core processor and Android 4.0. It also comes with 8MP rear camera and 2500 mAh battery.

Lemon Aspire A1 comes bundled with a stylus, which can be used for sketching as well as writing SMSes, meeting notes and emails. With launch of many smartphones with stylus in the recent few weeks, the stylus support in A1 is no longer a unique preposition.

Lemon Aspire A1 key specifications

• 1GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor
• 5.3 inch qHD IPS display
• 1GB RAM
• Dual-SIM support
• 8MP rear camera with auto focus & LED flash, 2MP front camera
• 3G, USB2.0, MHL, Wi-Fi, DLNA, Bluetooth, FM, GPS
• Android 4.0 (ICS)
• 2500 mAh battery
• Light/Proximity/3D Gravity/Gyro Sensors

Full press release below

Lemon Aspire Series present innovative & trendy handsets with rich features

Mumbai, 16th May 2013: After the overwhelming success of P series, Lemon Mobiles proudly announces the launch of the ambitious Aspire Series that aims at bridging the gap between the technical excellence and affordability. Phone in Aspire Series would not only usher Lemon Mobiles users to the next level of mobile phone experience but also bring about a paradigm shift in the overall smart phone segment. The Aspire Series would boast a bouquet of state-of-the-art handsets that would revolutionise the smart phone segment with their cutting-edge technology and scientific designs. Initially 4 models would be launched under the category that would eventually lead to the extension of the Lemon Aspire Series.

The Aspire A1 being the first among the series it is designed keeping in mind the latest trend which enables unique experiences in personalized and expressive content creation, making it the ultimate smartphone for on-the-go category.

Mr. Gopal Kalra, Director Fastrack Communications Pvt Ltd, explained that the device comes with a very sleek and stylish look and incorporates Electromagnetic Pen, which can be used for accurate sketching and artwork, provides the user the natural feeling of writing on paper.  The Electromagnetic Pen not only can be used for writing SMSes, meeting notes and emails  but also one can  draw, paint and crop images effortlessly. The E-pen also allows user to get a suspended view of their mails, messages or pictures by simply placing the E-pen above it.  Apart from this the E-pen can also be used to do fun things like doodling of pictures and can also edit pictures with the help of pen.

Launching the new phone into the market, Mr. Sandeep Mushran, Director Fastrack Communications Pvt Ltd said, “With a perfect viewing experience and advanced features, users can express thoughts easily and manage tasks more efficiently. Our motive is to make every Indian a part of the mobile revolution with innovative, stylish and feature rich phones. For anyone who wants to be creative, expressive and unique, the Aspire A1 series is the ideal device available at the most affordable price.”

Adding to the convenience of its expansive screen, Aspire series is just 10 mm thin, weighs 197gm and features narrow frame design, ensuring great portability and grip.

“The other exciting feature of the phone is its quick search option by just writing on the main screen. Another amusing characteristic of this smartphone is that the QWERTY key pad of the phone is different as compared to other smartphones. The Aspire A1 also comes with dual microphones which ensure the voice quality and clarity during calls.”

Spice Mi-505 features a 5-inch WVGA display, dual-SIM 3G support and dual-core processor. The phone also comes with Android 4.0 and 512MB RAM.

“We have received phenomenal success with Stellar Horizon Mi 500 launched last year. We have followed it up with this enhanced version with exciting features at a more attractive price point. We are confident the Horizon Pro will offer best value for money to its users,” said T M Ramakrishnan, CEO – Devices, S Mobility Ltd.

Spice Stellar Horizon Pro Mi-505 key specifications

• 5-inch WVGA capacitive display
• 1GHz dual-core processor
• Dual SIM (3G + 3G)
• Android 4.0 ICS
• 9.6 mm thick
• 5MP rear, 1.3MP front cameras
• 4GB ROM, 512 MB RAM, microSD card slot
• 2100 mAh Battery
• Wi-Fi/Tethering, Bluetooth, FM Radio, G-Sensor, Proximity Sensor, 3.5 mm jack
• Bundled leather cover

Check out the full press release below:

Spice unveils 5 inch ICS based 3G smartphone – Stellar Horizon Pro Mi-505

Building on the unprecedented success of Stellar Horizon Mi 500, S Mobility Limited, India’s leading Mobile Internet company today unveiled the all new Stellar Horizon Pro Mi 505, the Android based dual-sim smartphone(3G + 3G). With its elegant 9.6 mm super slim body and a 12.7cm large WVGA capacitive touch screen, this ICS based smartphone is powered by a 1GHz Dual Core Processor.

Standing tall amongst its competitors, the Horizon Pro sports a sleek look with a 9.6 mm slim body and a 1GHz Dual Core Processor that promises improved application performance. Horizon Pro brings alive memories in absolute quality with a 5 mega-pixel rear camera backed with dual LED Flash and a front-facing 1.3 MP camera. Storage space is not a constraint as this innovative device is packed with an amazing 4GB ROM & 512 MB RAM which is expandable upto 32 GB through a micro SD card. Bluetooth 4.0 makes transfer of data fast and secure while the 2100 mAh strong battery supports up to 4 hours talk-time and a stand-by of 200 hours. The Stellar Horizon Pro Mi 505 comes along with a free leather cover and a screen guard, worth Rs. 500.

Stellar Horizon Pro Mi 505 is an exquisitely designed smartphone stuffed with the best of features and technology. The device promises superior user interface and has GPS Navigator software, Facebook, pre-loaded Google and YouTube, FM radio and MP3 Player, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, besides a range of other high-end smartphone features.

With an MOP of Rs. 8,499/-, the Spice Stellar Horizon Pro Mi-505 will be available across India through all major retail stores and www.saholic.com.