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  • Samsung Galaxy On Nxt FAQ Tips Tricks Cons

    Galaxy On Nxt is the latest mid range Dual sim Android smartphone from Samsung. The key features of this device includes 5.5inch full HD display screen, 13MP rear and 8MP front camera with f/1.9, all metal unibody design, dedicated microSD card slot and Octa Core SoC with 3GB RAM. It will be available exclusively on flipkart.  Here is the quick Samsung Galaxy On NXT FAQ, Tips Tricks and Cons.

    Samsung Galaxy On Nxt

    Image source: Samsung press release.

    Samsung Galaxy On Nxt FAQ Tips Tricks Cons

    What are the different colour variants of Galaxy On Nxt available?

    The new Galaxy On Nxt will be available in 2 colour variants namely Gold and Black.

    What is the price of Galaxy On Nxt in India?

    Samsung Galaxy On Nxt price in India is Rs.18,490. It will available exclusive via flipkart starting 24th October. Link for the product listing is provided here.

    What size sim cards Galaxy On Nxt accepts? How to insert 2 sim cards into this device.

    This device comes with 2 trays. One for SIM 1 and another for SIM 2 and microSD card. It accepts 2 nano sim cards. Using the sim ejector pin, open the first tray(left side from the top 1st one), insert sim 1. Similarly open the second tray and insert sim 2. If you want you can add a microSD card upto 256GB.

    Does it has dedicated microSD card slot?

    Yes.

    What are the specifications of Galaxy On Nxt?

    Specification summary:

    • 1.6GHz Octa core Exynos 7870 Soc with Mali T830GPU.
    • 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
    • Support for microSD card upto 256GB.
    • 5.5 inch Full HD IPS LCD display screen.
    • 4G/VoLTE support.
    • 13MP primary camera and 8MP secondary camera with f/1.9.
    • 3300 mAh battery.
    • Fingerprint scanner.

    What are the difference between Galaxy J7 Prime and Galaxy On Nxt?

    When we compare Galaxy J7 Prime and Galaxy On Nxt, in Terms of hardware specifications, both devices are almost identical. Only change we observed is internal storage. Galaxy J7 Prime has 16GB of storage whereas Galaxy On Nxt has 32GB.

    How to take screenshot on Galaxy On Nxt?

    The simplest way to take screenshot on Galaxy On Nxt is using the hardware keys.  Press and hold power and home key simultaneously for few seconds. The screenshot will be captured. Taken screenshot can be accessed from Gallery.

    How to download PC suite for Samsung Galaxy On Nxt?

    Galaxy On Nxt is compatible with Smart switch PC suite. You can read more on that here.

    How to use Galaxy On Nxt as modem?

    This device supports WiFi hotspot, USB tethering and Bluetooth tethering. You can use any of this method. You can refer detailed instruction here.

    What are the pros and cons of Galaxy Nxt?

    We have not got the opportunity to do in depth review of Galaxy On Nxt. However, based on the specification, we felt these are the pros and cons of Galaxy On Nxt. We will be posting detailed pros and cons of Galaxy on Nxt in the coming days.

    Pros of Galaxy On Nxt

    • Proper dual sim card slot with dedicated microSD card slot.
    • Unibody design.
    • 4G/VoLTE support.

    Cons of Galaxy On Nxt

    • No ambient light sensor and compass sensor.
    • No fast charger in the box.
    • Non user removable battery.

  • Moto E3 Power Review-Pros and Cons

    The first Moto E was the one which set benchmarking for budget android smartphones. That was focussed more on user experience rather than the paper spec sheet. Stock android with timely software updates, decent battery life, lag free day to day performance etc were the selling point of that device. But today we have lot of options when it comes to budget Android smartphones. Considering the competition, here is the Moto E3 Power Review based on pros and cons.

    Moto E3 Power Review

    Moto E3 power sports 5 inch IPS LCD display with screen resolution of 720×1280 pixels which roughly translates to 294 ppi pixel density. The viewing angle and brightness are adequate but not great.Colors look rich and vibrant. However, there is no option to change colour temperature. Overall it has decent display screen.

    The Moto E3 Power comes with 1GHz quad core MediaTek MT6735(Cortex A53) processor with Mali T720GPU and 2GB of RAM. It has 16GB of internal storage in which close to 12GB is user available. The device supports microSD card upto 32GB. It is a dual sim smartphone with 4G LTE(VoLTE ready).

    Like previous generation Moto E devices, this also runs on near stock Android 6.0. When it comes to performance, we are disappointed with the device. There was a lags on day to day usage. Gaming experience on this device is horrible. Casual games are playable but experience is not smooth. One more demerit with the device is delay in software updates. Our review device security patch update date was 1st June 2016.

    Moto E3 Power houses 8MP primary camera with F/2.2 aperture, autofocus and LED flash.On the front there is a 5MP selfie camera. In good lighting condition, camera performance was decent. However, in low light and artificial lighting condition,  performance was average. The rear camera can record videos at maximum 720p resolution.

    Moto E3 Power is backed by 3500mAh user removable battery. It also comes with fast charger. As per the company, 15 minutes of charge can deliver upto 5 hours of power. However, in our usage, it took close to one and half hours fully charge the battery.

    Advantages and Disadvantages of Moto E3 Power

    Pros of Moto E3 Power

    • Decent display screen.
    • Stock Android experience.
    • Dedicated slots for microSD card and sim cards.
    • VoLTE support.

    Cons of Moto E3 Power

    These are the some of the demerits of Moto E3 Power. This is based on options available and in comparison with previous gen Moto E smartphones.

    • Poor performance.
    • Delay in regular Android updates.
    • Average camera performance.
    • No compass sensor.
    • No 1080p video recording.

    Below are the some of the cons of Moto E3 power based on user reviews posted on my previous post on Moto E3 power FAQ and in other forums. In our review unit, we have not faced these issues.

    • Charging issues: Phone stops charging after some time before it gets fully charged.
    •  Low call volume: Some users mentioned about microphone issues and some users reported issues on low call volume.

    What is your thoughts on Moto E3 Power? Share it in the comment section below.

  • Honor 8 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Honor which is a subsidiary of Huawei, launched 3 new smartphones to Indian market  in New Delhi on October 12. The newly launched smartphones are Honor 8, Honor 8 Smart and Honor Holly 3.  In this post we will have a quick look into Honor 8 FAQ, Tips and Tricks and Cons.

    Honor 8 FAQ
    (Left to right) P Sanjeev, Vice President -Sales for Huawei India Consumer Business Group, Randeep Hooda, George Zhao, President of Honor, Nimrat Kaur, Peter Zhai, President, HUAWEI India Consumer Business Group. Source: Honor press release kit.

    Honor 8 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    What are the different variants of Honor 8 available in India?

    There are two variants of Honor 8 is available. One is flagship and another one is mid range smartphone-Honor 8 Smart.

    What are the prices of Honor 8 and Honor Holly 3 smartphones in India?

    The newly launched smartphone prices are as mentioned below.

    • Huawei Honor 8-Rs.29,999.
    • Honor 8 smart-Rs.19,999.
    • Honor Holly 3-Rs.9,999

    What are the different color options available?

    Honor 8 will be  available in Pearl White, Sapphire Blue and Sunrise Gold color variants. Honor 8 smart will be available in Black, White and Gold color options.

    Which type of sim card Honor 8 accepts? Is it a dual sim smartphone?

    No. It is a single sim smartphone and accepts 1 nano sim card.

    Any offer on warranty of this device?

    Yes. Honor provides 2 years of  warranty on this device. Apart from this, user will get touch screen replacement guarantee within the first 3 months.

    Does it supports microSD card? What is maximum capacity of microSD card we can use?

    Yes. It support upto 128GB of microSD card.

    What are the specifications of Honor 8?

    The summarised specifications of Honor 8 is given below.

    • Octa Core Hisilicon Kirin 950 Soc with 4GB of RAM and Mali T880 GPU.
    • 5.2 inch Full HD(1920x1080p) LTPS LCD screen with 423 ppi pixel density.
    • Android 6.0 Marshmallow-based EMUI v4.1.
    • 12MP dual primary camera with one for colour and another one for monochrome.
    •  8MP front facing camera with f/2.4.
    • 3000 mAh battery.
    • Fingerprint scanner.
    • 32GB of internal storage and microSD card support upto 128GB.

    What are the different task can be performed using Honor 8 fingerprint scanner?

    Honor 8 comes with level 4 fingerprint acquisition algorithm, which delivers enhanced security. It also has smart features like fingerprint reader to make payments, take photos, record video, receive phone calls or turn off and alarm or unlock its Smart key button function.

    Smart key button function is a customisable option which provides instant access to features and apps along with an instant phone unlock.

    How to take screenshot on Honor 8?

    To capture screenshot on Honor 8, there are multiple ways are available. The simplest way is using the screenshot button. On a screen on which you want to perform print screen, access the notification area. Then tap to shortcuts.  Nowe select screenshot. The screenshot will be captured.

    What are the cons of Honor 8?

    This is not a review of Honor 8. Based on the experience on demo zone in launch event, here are the few Honor 8 cons. We will make a detailed review on this device once we get the review unit.

    • No dual sim card option.
    • No 4K video recording option.
    • Non user removable battery.

    These are the some of the basic Honor 8 FAQ according to us. If you have any specific queries feel free to write in the comment section below.

  • Bengaluru to host India’s biggest consumer technology event, India Gadgetz Expo 2016

    Bengaluru, 7th October, 2016: India’s biggest consumer technology show, India Gadgetz Expo (IGE), is scheduled to be held in Bengaluru this year. The primary focus of the event is to create a gateway to India’s tech savvy enthusiasts, and expose a large range of audiences to futuristic and innovative consumer technology. The event is scheduled from October 14th to 16th, 2016 at Karnataka Trade Promotion Organization Convention Center (KPTO) Whitefield, Bangalore. IGE is the only platform to experience the most incredible consumer tech, gadgets, and gizmos—all under one roof, going in hand with this year’s theme, “Future is Now”.
    IGE 2016 is crafted to provide a glimpse into the future of consumer technology and will connect a wide range of leaders, industry experts and gadget enthusiasts from across the country. The event will host a series of insightful and engaging discussions on a variety of consumer technology, and futuristic innovation topics. Several eminent speakers, industry specialists and globally renowned experts will discuss and deliberate how consumer technology has evolved, and how this evolution has led to the “Future is now” concept. Through several sessions, the event will aim at capturing prevailing trends in consumer technology and its future innovation. 60 hardware startups are also participating with their innovative products.

    The 3-day event will also comprise of an exhibition of various consumer technology brands and their offerings, services and products. A glimpse of the exhibitor profile consists of smart phones, start-ups, cameras and accessories, gaming, computer and peripherals, 3D printing, augmented reality, virtual reality, in-car entertainment, artificial intelligence, home entertainment, and the Internet of things. Visitors will get to enjoy insights from top-tech brands, a preview of the latest products and so much more.

    IGE founder Sanjeev Kumar says, “IGE promises to be one of the biggest consumer tech platforms in India and we are very thrilled about this year’s event. The biggest tech brands, the most influential tech influencers and a massive crowd promise to make this year’s IGE bigger than ever. With so many great advancements in the consumer tech space to talk about, we honestly can’t wait to kick start IGE 2016.”

    Key highlights of the event

    Day 1: The first day of the event will kick off with some interesting discussions on topics such as Digital India, startups and women in technology, followed by a networking session where you can meet the best brains in technology and what are they up to.

    Day 2: The second day of the event entails discussions around topics like new age marketing, foreign startups and growth hacking. This will be followed by the Inspiring Indian Innovation Awards (I3). I3 is an annual competition to recognize and honor excellence in the field of technology while also celebrating the human quest for innovation, creativity, and ingenuity.

    Day 3: The last day of the event will have discussions around topics such as vehicle technology, hottest trends and crowd funding. Throughout the 3-day schedule, there will also be a number of on-ground, and social media oriented activities and engagements around technology.
    This year the IGE 2016 is expected to bring over 1 lakh visitors, of which 20,000 will be B2B, 70,000 consumers and 10,000 delegates. Leading brands such as Oppo, Intex, Creative, Epson, Apple, Huawei, Gionee, Lenovo,Motorola, Smartron, Mediatek, BSNL, Reliance JIO, KPMG, GFK, and others have confirmed their participation in the event. Prominent personalities from the industry, and Government, including Amit Boni, Country Head, Motorola Mobility, India, Arvind R. Vohra, Country CEO & MD, Gionee India, Akhilesh Tuteja, Partner Advisory Services, KPMG, and others, will also be part of the event.

    About IGE

    IGE is an initiative to promote innovation and showcase futuristic technologies at one place. IGE is envisioned as a destination consumer technology event in India with participation and attendance from Indian and global brands and start-ups. The previous two editions of IGE took place in Hyderabad and received an overwhelming support and appreciation from the consumer tech industry. IGE is a must-visit show for all those who believe that technology is the future and innovations are the way forward. Follow IGE at indiagadgetzexpo.com and on social media.

  • Dr Aeroguard SCPR700 Air Purifier Review

    Getting good quality air is becoming a tough in big cities. Due to poor quality air, respiratory related diseases are also increasing. Though moving out of the cities is ideal option, all cannot afford that. As we tend to spend more time on indoors, we have the option to use air purifiers which removes many types chemicals and other types of injurious substances from the air.  Now in the market, we have lot of options when it comes to air purifiers. In this post we are going to do Dr Aeroguard SCPR700 Air Purifier Review to find out how it performs.

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    Dr Aeroguard SCPR700 Air Purifier is a compact device. It measures 23(W)x28(D)x71(H)cm and weighs 8Kg. It has air inlets in the 2 sides and air outlet in the top. In the front, we get LED indicators, control buttons. Slightly down, there is 4 bar LED indicator. If it Blue, then air quality is good. If it is red, then air quality is bad. Before we first use this air purifier, we need to reinstall the air filters by removing the plastic wrappings. It is very easy. You can refer to video on how to reinstall filters and for control options.

    Dr Aeroguard SCPR700 Air Purifier comes with 6 types of filters within the enclosure which includes Anti-Dust filter, Anti Allergen Filter, Active HEPA™ Filter, Deodorization Filter, Therapeutic Filter and  Cold Catalyst Filter. Functioning of the air purifier is very easy. Just plug in and start. By default, it is set to auto mode which adjusts the air purifier fan speed based on the air quality. However, you can increase or decrease the fan speed manually.

    This air purifier can also be controlled using a mobile app. It will show all the settings and air quality in the app. Coming to performance, it is considerably quiet till the speed of 3. After that, noise level increases. The purifier has PM 2.5 %  LED which shows the quality of the air. In our review period we have not faced any issues with air purifier. It was able to decrease the smoke, dust and odour considerably.  This air purifier also has the ability to release Vitamin C according to company.

    Overall  Dr Aeroguard SCPR700 Air Purifier is a decent buy if you are looking for a air purifier for small to medium rooms. Dr Aeroguard SCPR700 Air Purifier  price in India is Rs.24,999. There are many air purifiers with almost same features for slightly lower prices. Biggest advantage of this air purifier is the brand value. It is from Eureka Forbes which is a well known trusted brand for water purifiers. If you are looking for more affordable and small air purifiers you can check out Dr Aeroguard SCPR100.