Samsung To Launch Galaxy Mega 5.8 and 6.3 SPECIFICATION.

Specifications

Company/Brand	Samsung
Type	Smartphone
OS	Android 4.2
Price	TBA / Rs. 27,999 / Rs 29,999 (expected)
Price Range	Rs. 25,000 - 30,000 | US $ 500-600
Released	TBA/ 28th May 2013
Hype	4/5
Chipset	Broadcom / Qualcomm SnapDragon
Processor	1.4 GHz / 1.7 GHz
GPU	Broadcom / Adreno 302
RAM	1.5 GB
Battery	2900 mAh / 3500 mAh
Primary Camera	8 Megapixel
Secondary Camera	1.9 MP
Main Display	5.8 inch QHD / 6.3 inch 1280 x 720 p
In-Built Storage	8 GB

Samsung is all set to launch the Galaxy Mega in India tomorrow for an expected price of Rs. 27,999/- and 29,999/- as an MRP of the product’s two variants. The Handset which has gained quite some hype in India is expected to beat sales of the Galaxy Grand, and also be the next hot category for the company.
The Galaxy Mega comes in two variants one with a 5.8 inch screen and one with a 6.3 inch screen, although both may not be launched tomorrow there is a high possibility that they will be shown off.
Specifications on these devices consist of Dual core processors, and an unusual 1.5 GB of RAM for the handsets. The 5.8 inch version has a QHD display 190 ppi density, whereas the 6.3 inch will come with a 1280 x720 p display with a 233 ppi density.
The Galaxy Mega 6.3 sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor clocked at 1.7 GHz whereas the Galaxy Mega 5.8 comes with a Broadcom chipset similar to the one  found in the Grand. Other inclusions have the 8 megapixel cameras with 1080p video on both phones and a front facing 1.9 MP camera. Both Galaxy Mega 5.8 and 6.3 come with 8 GB of inbuilt storage and 64 GB expandability via microSD.
The Galaxy Mega 6.3 sports a 3500 mAh battery whereas the Galaxy Mega 5.8 will come with a 2600mAh battery. While these specs are from the global variants of the handsets the Indian variants of the handsets could have slightly different specifications.

Leaked Image Shows Nexus 4 Running Android 4.3, New Camera Camera UI

Leading up to Google’s I/O event, there were a lot of rumors indicating that we would see the unveiling of Android version 4.3 rather than 5.0. However, during the keynote, Google ended up not addressing a new version of Android at all. Instead, they chose to focus on updating individual apps  and APIs separate from the operating system.

Today we get a first-hand look at the software in action, with a number of images appearing to show Android 4.3 running on a Nexus 4. The image was taken at the Thailand Mobile Expo and posted on the XDA Developers forum.

We clearly see Android 4.3 Jelly Bean as the OS, with a build date being May 14th, so it’s a pretty new updated version. Then the build number is listed as JWR45B.

The other pictures show the camera in action – with a slightly modified interface – and a screen of just the Jelly Bean Easter Egg that can be found in the About section too.

The camera interface seems to include a new see-through action area, complete with a new activation ring and fresh icons for HDR, contrast, and rotation. 

The images don’t seem to show any significant changes, so the possibility remains that Google didn’t show their latest version of Android perhaps because there isn’t much to show in the first place. They could be saving the bigger changes for a major 5.0 update rather than another incremental version update.

Is what we heard about a June launch, alongside the white Nexus 4 accurate?

[XDA, Droid-Life, VR-Zone]

SAMSUNG 5G NETWORK TEST IN KOREA

On Monday, Samsung made a 5G announcement promising download of 3D movies in seconds.  Samsung did the most masterful job of spinning a test for the maximum public relations impact that I have seen in a long time.  Samsung served up such a sumptuous treat to the media who seem fascinated by technology. Obviously many media people are not engineers and as such may not have the background to know the right questions to ask.
The announcement first caught my eye when it was reported by South Korea’s Yonhap News Agency .  Subsequently Samsung stated that its new 5G technology will provide transmission rates of several hundred times faster than 4G.
Here is why Samsung’s announcement is a hyperbole.

• Its experiment achieved a data rate of 1.056 Gbps.  This is not several hundred times of today’s fastest 4G LTE networks.  According to a study, even AT&T T +0.16% which does not have the fastest network in the world achieved 57.7 Mbps of maximum download speeds in real life.  Samsung’s test achieved only about 18 times AT&T’s max average speed.
• Transmissions in the millimeter wave band do not pass through building walls.
• Transmissions in the millimeter wave band are attenuated even by trees.
• Transmissions In the millimeter wave band are easily absorbed by rain drops, humidity has significant impact.
• Samsung claims to have used a 64 element antenna.  There are no more details about this antenna.  Considering the claims Samsung is making, it appears to me that transitioning such an antenna from a mere outdoor experiment to the point of miniaturization so that it can be used in an actual phone may be not be easily achievable.
• Transmissions in the millimeter band are typically used in line-of-sight applications because they do not bend or reflect well.
• There is a doppler shift when the recipient is moving and this can be a significant issue.
• At these high frequencies, a phone can be severely  impacted by shadowing caused by the user’s body.
• Although 4G has become part of our daily vocabulary, there is no 5G standard that exists today.  5G is simply a generic term for the next generation network.  In general, in the world of communications, standards are developed long before commercialization.  There is no 5G standard published by any recognized body.
• Samsung itself projects that the technology may not be ready until 2020.

Samsung deserves credit for working on new high speed technologies.  As I wrote yesterday such developments may pose risk to Apple.   New developments may also pose risks for Qualcomm QCOM +1.52%.  The rest of the Google GOOG +0.52% Android phone manufacturers, BlackBerry, and Nokia will simply license new technologies.

HTC ONE FULL IN DEPTH REVIEW by Mashuk Rock

Oppo to launch Find 5 in India Starting Rs. 27,445

Specifications

Company/Brand	Oppo
Type	Smartphone
OS	Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Price	Rs. 27,445 / Rs. 31,259
Price Range	Rs. 25,000 - 30,000 | US $ 500-600
Chipset	Qualcomm APQ8064T Snapdragon 600
Processor	1.5GHz Quad Core
GPU	Adreno 320
RAM	2 GB
Battery	2500 mAh
Primary Camera	13 MP , Full HD 1080p video @ 30fps
Secondary Camera	1.9 MP
Main Display	5 Inch 1080x1920 FULL HD 441 ppi
In-Built Storage	16 GB / 32 GB
Special Features	GPS Wi-Fi Display DLNA Gyroscope Digital compass Microphone Light Sensor IR Proximity Sensor Magnetic Sensor Gravity Sensor

Oppo is prepping to launch its flagship phone the Find 5 in India for a price of Rs. 27,445 for the 16GB variant and Rs. 31,259 for the 32 GB variant. The company made famous by the Apple lawsuit in china is now foraying into international markets with their Android powered smartphones. 

The Find 5 has a 5 inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with 16M colors and 441PPI IPS pixel density with features technology that combines touch sensors like on the HTC One and LG Optimus G making the display float on top. Its screen is also protected by Gorilla 2 Glass and has the super slim 3.25mm bezel which makes it appear slimmer in profile.

The Find 5 features a 13-megapixel rear camera sensor which rivals that on the Xperia Z, Optimus G and Galaxy S4. The Sensor has Stacked CMOS technology with with HDR, it features an f/2.2 aperture, 4-layer coating and blue glass filters. The Burst mode enables100 photos at 5 frames per second .

The front facing camera has 1.9-megapixel resolution and will capture HD Video.

For hardware the Oppo Find 5 series has a Qualcomm APQ8064 Quad-Core processor clocked at 1.5GHz with the Adreno 320 GPU and 2GB RAM.

The Oppo Find 5 comes out of the box with Android 4.1.2 and their own custom UI, the handset will soon be updated to Android 4. Color options include a Black and a White version, and should go on sale in India in the coming weeks. Expect full reviews, with comparisons on iGyaan soon after. 

Micromax A111 Canvas Doodle Specifications, Price & full Review

Micromax has just launched another Canvas series Android Smartphone in India with a 5.3” TFT display & quad-core processor.  It’s Micromax A111 Canvas Doodle – priced at around 12.999 Rs on Snapdeal and sports a huge 5.3” TFT display with FWVGA resolution @ 185 ppi pixel density, 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, Adreno 203 GPU, 512MB RAM, 4GB internal space, 8MP camera with a 2MP front camera & 2100 mAh battery. This Canvas Doodle also comes with a stylus & a free flip cover, making this phablet a desirable smartphone in the entry level to mid-range category.

Key Features

• 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, Adreno 203 GPU, 512 MB of RAM, 4 GB of internal storage
• Huge 5.3 inches TFT display with FWVGA i.e.480 x 854 pixels resolution @185 ppi pixel density
• Android v4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) OS
• 8 MP AF camera with HD recording, 2 MP front camera with VGA recording
• 2100 mAh  battery
• Dual SIM support
• Free Stylus
• Evernote & Skitch apps preloaded
• Free flip cover

Market status: Available, released – May, 2013

Specifications

DISPLAY	Size	5.3 inches (13.46 cm)	Largest display in its class. The resolution is only FWVGA which makes small texts look a little bit pixelated, though the display is not bad at all. The display is extremely bright; the color reproduction is good, though not as good as IPS displays.
	Technology	TFT
	Resolution	FWVGA ie.480 x 854 pixels @185 ppi
	Type	Capacitive, Multi-touch (5)
EXTERIOR	Dimensions	147 x 77 x 9.9 mm	This is the best looking phone micromax has ever produced in the country. In fact the look & the build are comparable to any high end mobile phone – even Galaxy Note 2. The front look is very good – simple & smart. You are also getting a stylus & a flip cover free with this device. One hand handling is not easy, but if you get used to this, they the huge dimensions won’t bother you that much.
	Ports & Keys	Home, Menu & Option keys, front camera (front), Volume rocker (right), Power key (left), 3.5 mm jack & microUSB port (top), Camera with flash (back)
	Sensors	Proximity sensor, ambient light sensor
	Colors	White
PROCESSINGPOWER	Processor	Quad-core 1.2 GHz	Quad-core processor on a device like this is really great, the UI is super smooth & apps open very fast as well. The GPU is not up to the mark, though at this price point this seems fair.
	GPU	Adreno 203
MEMORY	System Memory	512 MB RAM	512 MB RAM on a device like this is disappointing. Internal memory is also not that much.
	Internal Storage	4 GB (2.42 GB available)
	Expansion	microSD up to 32 GB
SOFTWARE	OS	Android v4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)	Almost latest OS version
CONNECTIVITY	SIM	Mini SIM, Dual slot (GSM+GSM)	Standard connectivity options with dual SIM dual standby support, basic 3G speed.
	Operatingfrequencies	GSM – 900, 1800 MHzUMTS – 2100 MHz
	GPRS	Yes
	EDGE	Yes
	3G	7.2 Mbps HSDPA, 5.76 Mbps HSUPA
	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
	GPS	Yes
	Bluetooth	V2.1
	USB	microUSB v2.0
	NFC	No
	Radio	Stereo FM radio
CAMERA	Primary	8 megapixels	Very good camera quality. Auto focussing is super-fast & images are colourful, bright & of great quality. Rating 4/5 considering the price.
	Secondary	2 megapixels
	Video	Up to 720p@30fps (Primary), VGA (secondary)
	Flash	Dual LED
	Features	Auto focus, touch focus, Face detection, wide angle photography
BATTERY	Capacity	2100 mAh  Li-lon	Good battery back-up. You will get at around a full day battery back-up with normal to heavy uses.
	Talk Time	Up to 6.5h
	Standby Time	Up to 220h
OTHERFEATURES	Other sensors : 3-axis accelerometer Evernote & Skitch apps preinstalled Capacitive stylus included		There is a stylus comes free with this device which is basically a substitute of your finger. Evernote comes pre-installed though there is no note taking apps pre-loaded. You can obviously download hundreds of apps from the market. This stylus will be great for drawing.
SAR INFO	0.33 W/kg (head), 0.49 W/kg (body)		Far below the limit.
PRICE	Approx. 12,990 INR ~ 240 USD		Good pricing, though price should fall down to 10,000 INR. value for money rating 4/5

Strong points : Very good build quality & looks, comparable to any high end mobile phone. The display frame is very narrow like premium devices & the plastic body is of very good quality, making it look like a pricier device.  The camera is also very good. The large display size & best in class processor, free flip cover & stylus make this device one of the best phones for drawing, watching movies, playing games etc.
Weak points : The main drawback is obviously the relatively lower resolution display, you can get Canvas HD with an HD IPS display just by paying 2.5-3K more. The RAM & GPU are also not best in class but still acceptable considering the other features of this phablet. The internal memory is only 2.42 GB user available out-of-the-box. The headset comes free with this phone isn’t up to the mark.
Suitable for those people who are looking for a high performance phone with a huge display within budget. The stylus is great for drawing. This phone is also good for watching movies, photography & mid-range gaming.

Nokia Launches Aluminum body Lumia 925 in London, € 469, Available June

Specifications

Company/Brand	Nokia
Type	Smartphone
OS	Windows Phone 8
Price	Rs. 32,999(Expected)
Announced	14 May 2013
Hype	4/5
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
Processor	1.5 GHz Dual-Core
RAM	1 GB
Battery	2000 mAh
Primary Camera	8.7 MP with OIS and 6 element Carl Zeiss lens
Weight	139
Dimensions	8.5 mm thickness
Main Display	4.5-inch OLED 1280 x 768 resolution
In-Built Storage	16 GB / 32 GB

Nokia has launched the new Lumia 925 in London at a press conference today. While all Lumia phones till date have been plastic the new Lumia 925 has a completely Aluminum Frame. While most of the specs remain same and the phone has the same dual-core 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, 1GB RAM and 8.7-megapixel OIS camera of the 920, the Lumia 925 is almost 50 grams (1.8 ounces) lighter than last year’s Lumia 920.

Even with the 8.8mm profile, there’s an identical 2,000mAh battery but the Wiless charging has been removed to accomodate the profile of the new Lumia 925. For those who are disheartened, an accessory cover can be had which will re-enable said wireless features. The colors include red, yellow, black and white. The Lumia 925 model also sports an 4.5-inch AMOLED screen with the resolution of the Lumia 920 (1280 x 768px) it will enjoy superior black levels thanks to the Amoled tech in the display. 

The display also has Gorilla Glass 2, with ClearBlack tech and a high-brightness mode for improved outdoor visibility and hopefully the same hyper touch tech that lets you use the Lumia 920 with gloves on. 

The Camera is the same 8.7-megapixel backside-illuminated sensor, but Nokia has added another lens to make it a 6 Carl Zeiss Lens camera, this 6th lens element improves sharpness of images.

Lumia 925 Camera Samples