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  • Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Cons – Top 5 uninspiring Features

    Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 edition finally available to Indian consumers. Triple camera setup and fingerprint scanner integrated power button in the side are the unique features of this device among the Samsung Galaxy smartphones available today. The price of  Galaxy A7 (2018) starts from INR 23,990. Though it has many good features, considering the price, we felt a few things are not great on this device. Here is the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Cons or demerits based on our first impression.

    Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018)

    Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Cons – Top 5 uninspiring Features

    • Lack 4K Recording Option: Video recording is restricted to full HD resolution. Even though  Samsung Galaxy A7 2018  is a camera-centric phone, it is sad to see no 4K video recording.
    • No Option Image Stabilisation: Though there is an EIS for the rear camera, the device lacks optical image stabilization.
    •  No NFC: This means, you can use Samsung Pay mini and not the full version of Samsung Pay. Hence you will not be able to use offline tap-and-pay using credit and debit cards on this device.
    •  Lack of USB-C type port and fast charger:The Galaxy A7 2018 comes with microUSB port. The bundled charger is not a  fast charger. Also, it does not support wireless charging.
    • No LED Notification Light.

    These are the uninspiring features or Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Cons according to us based on the first impression. However, we will be doing the in-depth review in the coming days and update these points if required.

    Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) has many good features. So here is the quick list.

    Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Pros

    • Large 6 inch good AMOLED Display panel.
    • Ample storage and RAM.
    • Dual SIM with Dual VoLTE support and Dedicated microSD card slot.
    • Triple camera setup with 1 wide angle camera.
    • Impressive looks and design.

    Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) is available in 2 variants. 4GB RAM/ 64GB storage variant price is Rs. 23,990 and 6GB RAM/ 128GB storage variant costs Rs. 28,990.

  • Moto G6 Plus Cons- 4 reasons for not to buy

    Lenovo finally launched Moto G6 Plus in India. It was unveiled globally in April 2018. Unlike the global variant of Moto G6 Plus, Indian variant comes with 6GB of RAM.  Looking at the specifications and the pricing, here is the Moto G6 Plus Cons.

    Moto G6 Plus Cons

    Moto G6 Plus Cons- 4 reasons for not to buy

    Uninspiring design

    Moto G6 Plus sports 5.93-inch display with 18:9 aspect ratio. Full-HD+ (1080×2160 pixel) resolution. However, the latest trend of thin bezels or display with a notch is missing. It has thicker bezels, especially in the top and bottom. The device has screen to body ratio of around 75%.  Overall there is nothing so special in this device when it comes to the design aspect.

    ‘outdated’ Qualcomm Snapdragon processor

    Moto G6 Plus is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor. There are many smartphones such as Redmi Note 5 Pro, Nokia 6.1 Plus feature much more powerful and efficient Snapdragon 635 processors at a more competitive price. Xiaomi Poco F1  which comes with price tag of INR 21,000, features Snapdragon 845.

    No Fast Android updates

    Compared to Android One powered smartphones, Moto phones software updates are slow. There was a time when Motorola phones used to get Android updates faster. But nowadays, it is not the same.

    Not a value for money device

    Motorola is popular for providing the latest hardware at the competitive price.  However, Moto G6 Plus is disappointed in this segment. Price at INR 22,999, features it offers compared to the competition is very less.  Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1, Nokia 6.1 Plus, Xiaomi Poco F1, Redmi Note 5 Pro etc provide much better features at the competitive price.

    These are my raw opinion on the device. These Moto G6 Plus Cons are purely based on the specifications. I will be updating this post in the coming days once I complete the full review.

  • Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) Review-Pros and Cons

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 is an affordable smartphone with impressive features.  Massive 5000 mAh battery, a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, 5.99-inch display, dual camera setup are the some of the highlighting features of this device. In this post, we will have an Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) Review with pros and cons.

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) Review

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) Review-Pros and Cons

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) price in India is INR 14,999.

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) Pros

    Here is the list of features which we felt are impressive.

    Massive 5000 mAh battery

    There are very few phones which comes with 5000 mAh battery. Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB)  coupled with efficient Snapdragon 636 provides stellar battery life. In our regular usage, it easily lasted 2 days.

    Great performance

    Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor coupled with 6GB of RAM and Adreno 506 GPU is a great combination. In real time experience, it is noticeable. Whether it is browsing the Web and using social media applications or intensive tasks such as playing high-end games we have not faced any problem. Everything it ran smoothly and device did not heat up too much.

    Impressive Camera  performance

    6GB RAM variant comes with 16MP dual camera setup in the rear and 16MP front-facing camera with f/2.0 aperture. The camera performance in good lighting condition is impressive and in low light, it is acceptable considering the price. Colors are accurate and have a decent dynamic range. Both front and back cameras are capable of recording 4K videos.

    Display

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) features 5.99-inch full-HD+ display with an aspect ratio of 18:9. The colors are vibrant and viewing angles are decent. The outdoor legibility also satisfactory. Night mode and manual color temperature adjustment settings are available on this device.

    Value for money

    For the price of INR 14,999, Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) is a great value for money considering the features it has.

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) Cons

     

    • No Corning Gorilla Glass protection for the display:
    • Lacks USB C type port.
    • No fast charger in the box. Slightly longer charging time.

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) Review summary:

    Overall  Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1(6GB) great smartphone if you are looking for a smartphone with stellar battery life and great performance in the sub 15k budget.

  • Infinix Note 5 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    Infinix Note 5 is one of the most affordable Android One smartphone in India. As it is part of Android One programme, it provides pure Android experience with promised Android updates for next 2 years. 5.99-inch Full HD+ display,4500 mAh battery are the main USP of the device considering price segment of sub 10k. Here is the quick Infinix Note 5 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons.

    Infinix Note 5

    Infinix Note 5 FAQ Tips and Tricks Cons

    What are the different variants of Infinix Note 5 are available in India?

    The device will available in two variants-3GB RAM+32GB storage and 4GB RAM+64GB storage.

    What is the price of Infinix Note 5 in India and whether it is available on offline stores?

    Currently, it will be exclusive to Flipkart. Price of Infinix Note 5 in India starts from INR 9,999 for the base variant and 4GB RAM+ 64GB storage variant is priced at INR 11,999.

    Does device has dedicated microSD card slot? What type of sim card can be used?

    Yes. It has support for dedicate microSD card. It accepts two nano sim cards.

    What are the key specifications of Infinix Note 5?

    Infinix Note 5 specifications are as follows.

    • 5.99-inch full HD+ display panel with 18:9 Aspect ratio.
    • Octa-core MediaTek Helio P23 processor.
    •  3GB/4GB RAM and 32GB/64GB internal storage.
    • Dual nano sim and dedicated microSD card slot.
    • 12MP f2.0 primary rear camera with LED flash(Supports Google Lense).
    • 16MP f2.0 front camera with portrait mode option.
    • 4500 mAh battery with fast charging capability.

    What are the pros of Infinix Note 5

    This is not an in-depth review. We will update once we spend a long time with the device.

    • Decent display panel.
    • Android One programme.
    • Good design and build quality.
    • Support for dedicated microSD card slot.
    • Support for Fast charging.

    How to take a screenshot on Infinix Note 5?

    Like any smartphone with stock android, just press and hold volume down and power button simultaneously. The screenshot will be captured. Alternatively, you can take a screenshot using the google assistant as well.

    Video Guide:

    How to set a custom ringtone on Infinix Note 5?

    For setting ringtone in Infinix Note 5, go to Settings->Sound->Phone ringtone. You can select any of the preloaded ringtones or any other ringtone from your collections by tapping on Add ringtone in the last.

    What are the cons of Infinix Note 5?

    • Screen looks reflective and average outdoor visibility.
    • Back panel attracts smudges.
    • No night/reading mode.

  • How to take screenshot on Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1

    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 is the phone with stock Android experience. Some of the features which are part of highly customized ZenUI are missing on this phone. One such feature is taking a screenshot. We have received many questions related to how to take a screenshot on Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 on the previous FAQ post. Here is the solution to take the screenshot.

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    Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 Review

    Asus Zenfone Max M1 screenshot

    How to take screenshot on Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1

    There two different simple ways to take a screenshot on Zenfone Max Pro M1. Default Volume down and Power Button method or using the Google Assistant method.
    For taking the screenshot using the hardware keys follow the steps given below.

    • Go to the screen on which you want to take a screenshot.
    • Press and hold Volume down and power key simultaneously.
    •  It will take the screenshot.
    • Taken screenshots can be accessed from Photos->Albums-> Screenshot folder.

    For taking a screenshot using Google Assistant, follow the below steps.

    • On a page on which you want to take a screenshot, launch google assistant by long pressing home key.
    • Type or say “Take screenshot”.
    • You select whether you want to save the screenshot in photos, Google Drive or share it through WhatsApp, Instagram etc.
    • By default, it will not save it in your gallery.

    These are the two different ways to take a screenshot on Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1.

    Video Guide on how to take the screenshot on Zenfone Max Pro M1