After capturing entire telecom market with its 4G services, Reliance Jio is all set to garner major stake in the 5G services. Yes, you read it right as the telecom operator recently announced that it has completed planning of the 5G coverage in the 1,000 cities in India
This development comes after telecom ministry wants telcos to launch or bring 5G services in the second half of this year. It is worth noting that all telecom operators are testing their 5G services; however, Reliance Jio is likely to be the first telco that will bring the same to the customers.
“5G coverage planning has been completed for 1,000 top cities across the country. Jio has been doing trials on advanced use cases across Healthcare and Industrial Automation on its 5G network,” said Reliance Jio.
Besides, it is expected that Reliance Jio will bring 5G services in phases as Department of Telecommunication has mentioned earlier that 5G will be available in 13 cities first.
Notably, the telecom operator is eyeing data driven 5G network, which will depend on the consumption revenue.
Boat has announced the launch of a new budget TWS in India. The Airdopes 181 is already listed on Amazon. Now, the company has announced the price, full details, and full details of the product. This development comes after the launch of the Airdopes 601 ANC and Airdopes 161 TWS.
Notably, the Airdopes 181 features Bluetooth 5.2 and it can offer 20 hours of playtime with a single charge. So, let’s take a look at the details of the specifications, price, and availability of the newly launched product.
Boat has announced the launch of a new budget TWS in India. The Airpods 181 is already listed on Amazon. Now, the company has announced the price, full details, and full details of the product. This development comes after the launch of the Airpods 601 ANC and Airpods 161 TWS.
Notably, the Airpods 181 features Bluetooth 5.2 and it can offer 20 hours of playtime with a single charge. So, let’s take a look at the details of the specifications, price, and availability of the newly launched product.
Also, the Boat Airdopes 181 is expected to last up to 20 hours with a single charge. These newly launched buds weighs 2.9 grams, which makes them the lightest TWS in the market. Also, it has a feature called Instant Wake n Pair that allows you to connect TWS to your device.
The buds come with touch controls for music, call controls, support for the voice assistant, IPX4 water resistance, and a Type-C port.
Boat Airdopes 181 TWS: Price And Availability
The newly launched TWS will cost you Rs. 1,499 and available in four colour options: Carbon Black, Bold Blue, Spirit White, and Cool Grey. The Airdopes 181 is available on the purchase of e-commerce platforms called Flipkart and Amazon.
Vivo is reportedly planning to launch a new device in India. The Vivo Y75 5G is likely to be launched soon as recently it was listed on the BIS website. In fact, a new leak claims that the device will be launched on Republic Day and will have Dimensity 700 processor and a 5,000 mAh battery.
Also, the leaks suggested that the device will have Dimensity 700 chipset that is based on a 7nm manufacturing process. Also, the device is expected to have 6GB and 8GB of RAM model, reports Mysmartprice.
The Vivo Y75 5G is expecte to feature a triple rear camera setup at the back. The camera details are not known this time, but it is expected to have 48MP, 50MP, or 64MP primary camera .
The Vivo Y75 5G might be powered by a 5,000mAh battery along with 18W charging. The device may run Android 12 OS with Funtouch OS 12 on top. Also, the device is likely to be available in the mid-range segment and might have the same design as the other Y-series devices.
Meanwhile, Vivo has launched a new device in the Y series in the country. The device has a 6.51-inch LCD display along with a resolution of 1600 x 720 pixels. The device comes with an Helio P22 processor, which is paired up to 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.
The device has a dual camera at the back, including a 13MP primary camera and a 2MP macro sensor. Upfront,it has 8MP camera for selfies. The device also gets a 5,000 mAh battery along with 18W charging support. Notably, the smartphone is already listed on the company’s website, which revealed the details of the device.
However, it is worth noting that the price is not listed on the website and is available in two colour options: Midnight Blue and Diamond Glow. Furthermore, the device is listed in the lone variant. i.e, 4GB+64GB of storage option.
Airtel, Reliance Jio, And Vodafone-Idea have increased the prices of their prepaid plans last year. These private telecom operators keep updating their plans to make them more attractive. In fact, these private players have plans under Rs. 150 to attract users towards their platform. In order to help you that way, we are listing all plans that are available in the same segment.
Vodafone-Idea Prepaid Plans Under Rs. 150
Let’s start with India’s third-largest telecom operator plans that are priced under Rs. 150. The first plan of Rs. 129 offers 200MB of data for 18 days. This pack ships free messages and unlimited calling for the same period.
The Rs. 149 pack offers 1GB of data per day for 21 days. This pack ships unlimited calling without free messages. The telecom operator also ships Rs. 155 plan, where users will get 1GB of data per day for 24 days. This pack also ships 300 messages and unlimited calling for the same period.
Reliance Jio Prepaid Plans Under Rs. 150
Reliance Jio is providing three plans under the same segment. The Rs. 119 plan is providing 1.5GB of data per day for 14 days. This pack offers 300 messages, free calling, access to Jio applications like Jio Security, Jio TV, JioCinema, and JioCloud.
The second plan of Rs. 149 offers 1GB of data per day for 20 days. It includes 100 messages per day and free calling. This pack also ships Jio Apps access like JioCloud, Jio TV, JioCinema, and Jio Security. There is also a pack of Rs. 179, which offers benefits for 24 days. However, the rest of the benefits are the same.
Airtel Prepaid Plans Under Rs. 150
It is worth noting that Airtel is not providing any pack under Rs. 150. However, the company is offering two packs under Rs. 200 pack that are priced Rs. 155 and Rs. 179. The Rs. 155 is providing 1GB of data per day along with unlimited calling and 300 messages. It includes one month of free access to Amazon Prime Video, hello tunes, and Wynk Music access. The Rs. 179 offers 2GB of data per day for a period of 28 days.
After launching the 9i smartphone, Realme is all set to bring the new device to India. The Chinese smartphone maker is expected to bring 9 and 9 Pro+ smartphones to the country. The company is yet to share the details about the launch but shared an image confirming the launch of the new series.
Realme 9 Pro+ is likely to have a triple rear camera along with a hole-punch display design. Also, the phone is expected to have an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor. The Realme 9 Pro+ specifications along with all the renders suggested the design of the device, reports Smartprix.
The renders also shared that the device will have a gradient finish along with a hole-punch display. Besides, it will have a triple camera setup at the back along with an LED flash. The company is expected to bring smartphones in three colour options: Midnight Black, Sunrise Blue, and Aurora Green.
Additionally, the renders claim that the device will be available in the Midnight Black colour. The tipster also suggested that the Realme 9 Pro and the Realme 9 Pro+ will have the same design with minor differences.
Realme 9 Pro+ Smartphone: Expected Specifications
The Realme 9 Pro+ smartphone is likely to have a 6.43-inch full HD+ Super AMOLED display along with a 90Hz refresh rate. The device will have a MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor along with 8GB of RAM. Also, the device is expected to have a triple camera at the back.
It includes 50MP primary camera, 8MP, and 2MP camera on the back. The device will have a 16MP camera on the front. The Realme 9 Pro+ smartphone will also have 256GB of in-house storage and is likely to have a 4,500mAh battery.
It is important to note that the Realme 9 Pro+ has already received certifications from the BIS and Bluetooth SIG. Furthermore, the phone will be launched with Realme 9 Pro device in February this year.
Oppo has finally confirmed the launch of the Reno 7 series in India. The upcoming smartphone series will be available on Flipkart. Notably, Oppo Reno 7, Reno 7 Pro 5G, and Oppo Reno 7SE 5G were launched in China last year along with some special edition devices.
The company has not shared about the launch special edition and Reno 7SE 5G smartphones but is expected to bring the Reno 7 and the Reno 7 Pro. These devices will be available on Flipkart. “We set out to engineer the best and this time it is even better than you could imagine,” Oppo said on Twitter.
It is worth noting that the Reno 7 series are the successor of the Reno 6 and the Reno Pro smartphones that were launched last year in the country.
Oppo Reno 7 Smartphone: Specifications
The Oppo Reno 7 comes with a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display along with a 90Hz refresh rate. Also, the smartphone features a 64+8+2 MP camera at the back, whereas the front is equipped with a 32MP camera for selfies.
The smartphone also has a Snapdragon 778G processor that is paired up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The device packs a 4,500 mAh battery along with a 60W fast charging support.
Oppo Reno 7 Pro Smartphone: Specifications
The Oppo Reno 7 Pro comes with a 6.55inch FHD+ AMOLED display along with a 120Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate. The screen also has a 32MP camera at the front. Besides, 800 nits display along with minimal bezels.
On the imaging front, the device comes with a triple camera, including a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultrawide camera, and a 2MP macro camera. It also has an in-display fingerprint scanner. The phone also has a MediaTek Dimensity 1200-Max processor, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.
The device also has a 4,500 mAh battery along with 65W fast charging support and it runs Android 12 OS.
Oppo Reno 7 Pro, Reno 7 Smartphone: Price
The Oppo Reno 7 is priced at CNY 2,699, which is close to Rs. 31, 600. It is available in three colours: Starry Night Black, Morning Gold, and Star Rain Wash. The Reno 7 Pro comes with a starting price of CNY 3,699, which is close to Rs. 44,000. It is also available in three colours in China.
Tecno has become really aggressive in terms of bringing smartphones to India. The company has launched the Pop 5 Pro smartphone in its affordable Pop series in the country. This is the second in a row in the same series as the company has launched the Pop 5 LTE on January 12.
The device comes with a 6.52-inch HD+ display, a waterdrop notch, a 6,000 mAh battery, and an 8MP dual rear camera. Also, the device support 14 regional languages, IPX2 rating, and Android 11 Go Edition along with a HiOS skin on top.
Tecno Pop 5 Pro Smartphone: Specifications
The device runs HiOS 7.6 based on Android 11 Go Edition. The Tecno Pop 5 Pro comes with a 6.52-inch HD+ LCD Display along with a 269ppi and a brightness of 480 nits. The newly launched Tecno Pop 5 Pro sports a touch sampling rate of 120Hz along with a 90 percent screen-to-body ratio as per the company.
This is the second time Tecno has not announced the processor details of the device; however, it is paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of built-in storage. It also comes with a storage expansion of up to 256GB through MicroSD.
The Tecno Pop 5 Pro also comes with an 8MP rear camera, secondary AI lens, AI portrait mode, HDR mode, and filters. Upfront, the device comes with a 5MP selfie camera along with an f/2.0 aperture lens and front-facing flash.
The smartphone comes with a 6,000 mAh battery that offers 54 hours of talk time and 120 hours of music playback as per the company claims. Also, it has a Battery Lab feature and Ultra Power Saving Mode for increased battery life. Moreover, the smartphone features Smart Panel, Kids Mode, Social Turbo, Dark Themes, Peek Proof, Anti-Theft alarm, Vault 2.0 according to the company.
Tecno Pop 5 Pro Smartphone: Price in India And Availability
The Tecno Pop 5 Pro is priced at Rs. 8,499 for the 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage variant. The smartphone will be available in three colour options: Sky Cyan, Ice Blue, and Deepsea Luster. The device will be available in all retail outlets, Flipkart, and Amazon.
Several smartphone makers have launched devices in the affordable segment and Tecno is one of them. In fact, Tecno has recently announced the launch of the Camon 18 smartphone in India. The smartphone is priced at Rs. 14,999 and is already available on Flipkart.
The device is known as the successor of the Tecno Camon 17 device that was launched in July last year. The handset features 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It comes with the MediaTek Helio G85 processor and it is equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery along with an 18W Type-C flash charger.
Meanwhile, we got a chance to review the Tecno Camon 18 smartphone and this is what we think about the newly launched device.
Tecno Camon 18 Review: Plastic Back With Glossy Finish
Let’s start with the design of the Tecno Camon 18 smartphone as it is one of the good-looking devices launched by the company. It is visible that the device is an upgraded version of the previous smartphones launched in the same series.
On the right side of the smartphone, you’ll find a volume rocker and power button, whereas the SIM card tray is on the left side of the smartphone. The USB Type-C port, 3.5mm audio jack, and speaker grille are at the bottom of the device, whereas the back panel supports a triple camera setup along with a quad flashlight. Then, there is a Tecno Camon branding at the bottom of the back panel.
Although, the smartphone is big and cannot be operated via a single hand, still, the glossy finish looks good and premium. The Tecno Camon 18 features a plastic body and is prone to fingerprint smudges.
On the display front, the Tecno Camon 18 features a 6.8-inch LCD display, a screen resolution of 1080×2460 pixels, and a 60Hz refresh rate, which is a bit disappointing as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 5G, Realme Narzo 30 5G, and the Samsung Galaxy M32 comes with a 90Hz refresh rate. On top of that, all devices are under Rs. 15,000.
The display also has 396 ppi and a peak brightness of 500 nits. Overall, the display is large enough for those who play games and watch content on YouTube and other OTT applications. Besides, the display is bright enough in the sunlight, provides good viewing angles, and offers bright colours.
Tecno Camon 18 Review: Triple Rear Camera Setup At The Back
On the imaging front, the Tecno Camon 18 comes with a triple camera setup at the back, including a 48MP primary camera, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro unit. The back camera also supports modes like Super Night, Portrait, Beauty, AI Cam, Film, Ultra HD, Wide Selfie, time-lapse, and AR Shot.
The imaging experience from the rear camera seems decent at night, while it captures ample details during the daytime. In short, the triple camera at the back produces good colors and clear images. In fact, the images that came out are much better than expected from the back camera.
Moving to the upfront, it has a 48MP selfie camera. The front camera also supports AI Cam, Beauty, Super Night, AR Shot, Ultra HD, Slow Motion, Wide-Selfie, and time-lapse.
In addition, there is a mode called Film, where you get different segments Vintage, Travel, Street, Party, Family, and Performance. There is another mode called Short Videos you can upload videos on social media platforms. Overall, the front camera captures good images in a proper light but struggles at night as images appeared grainy.
Tecno Camon 18 Review: 5,000 mAh Battery, MediaTek Helio G88 Processor, And Connectivity
The battery life of the newly launched Tecno Camon 18 is good enough for two days with normal usage and can last for 24 hours with heavy usage. The 5,000 mAh battery takes one hour 10 minutes to get fully charged. Besides, the screen time can range between seven to nine hours.
Also, the device comes with Ultra Power and Power Boost features that enable you to save the battery. Coming to the performance, the Tecno Camon 18 feature is equipped with MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, which you will find in the Realme Narzo 50 A, Moto G31, Tecno Pova 2, Infinix Hot 10s, and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9.
The Tecno Camon 18 features 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. There is also 3GB of RAM support. The smartphone works smoothly in performing everyday tasks. Similarly, there was no lag during playing high-end games for the long run; however, there were some heating issues. The Tecno Camon 18 18 seems quite better than its predecessor in terms of performance.
On the connectivity front, the Tecno Camon 18 supports 4G, USB OTG, FM radio, 3G, Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, USB OTG, and FM radio. Additionally, there are ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, and fingerprint sensor on the device.
The fingerprint scanner works fine and is integrated into the power button on the right side. The sound quality is also nice in comparison to the device that comes under the same price segment.
Tecno Camon 18 Review: Android 11 OS And Benchmark
The newly launched device is powered by Android 11 OS along with HiOS 8, which is similar to the Infinix smartphones. But, the major drawback of this smartphone is its interface as it is not clear and has several third-party applications, which keep sending notifications. However, Tecno allows you to uninstall all third-party applications.
Apart from the pre-installed applications, the Tecno Camon 18 features a Game mode that increases the performance of the device. On the benchmark front, the Tecno Camon 18 achieved 8141 points on the Work 3.0 performance score. Also, it has managed to get a 710 score on the Wild Life, 349 points on the single-core, and 1230 points on the multi-core benchmark.
Tecno Camon 18 Review: Should You Buy It Or Not?
The Tecno Camon 18 smartphone comes with a good design and battery backup. In fact, it can offer good shots during sunlight. Also, if you are looking for a smartphone that looks good in your hands, then you might go for the Tecno Camon 18 device.
Motorola has announced the launch of a tablet in India. The Moto Tab G70 LTE is the second tablet that the company launched in the country. The first tablet was launched last year on September. However, the Moto Tab G70 LTE comes with a MediaTek Helio G90T processor, which is 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.
Besides, the tablet is equipped with an 11-inch 2K LCD display and supports a two-tone design along with a single camera.
Moto Tab G70 LTE: Features
The Moto Tab G70 LTE runs Android 11 out of the box. The tablet comes with an octa-core MediaTek Helio G90T SoC, which is paired with 4GB of RAM. It has 64GB of in-house storage that can be increased via a MicroSD card.
In addition, the tablet comes with an 11-inch IPS 2K LCD display, peak brightness of 400 nits as the company claims that the screen will be a TUV Rheinland certified for decreasing blue light exposure and better eye comfort.
Besides, the tablet features a single rear camera, including a 13MP sensor along with an f/2.2 aperture lens. It also has an 8MP front camera along with an f/2.2 aperture lens. The tablet supports GLONASS, GPS, WiFi, 4G LTE, and Bluetooth v5.1.
Additionally, the device has a 7,700 mAh battery along with TurboPower charging at 20W over USB Type-C. It supports a quad-speaker setup and Dolby Atmos. Furthermore, the company said that the tablet will provide dedicated Google Kids space along with 10,000 teacher-approved apps that are designed for children.
Moto Tab G70 LTE: Indian Price And Availability
The tablet is priced at Rs. 21,999 and will be available in Modernist Teal. The newly launched tablet is available on Flipkart during the ongoing Replublic Sale until January 2022. In addition, customers will get a 10 percent discount via ICICI Bank cards that will decrease the price to Rs. 21,249.
BSNL is known for launching affordable plans as it wants to increase its user base. It has been getting a positive response from the customers as private telecom operators have increased the prices of prepaid plans. In fact, Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vi have been making a lot of changes in the same segment.
However, to give a tough competition to private players, state-run telecom operator Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched packs under the affordable price segment. The low-cost plans are priced under Rs. 20. Yes, you read that right. So, in that way, we are details of all the newly launched plans.
BSNL Low-Cost Prepaid Plans
BSNL Rs. 13 Data Voucher
The telecom operator BSNL has announced the launch of the Rs. 13 plan. The newly launched plan is providing high-speed 2GB internet that will allow you to use social media platforms, OTT apps, browse, and more. This pack is valid for 24 hours; however, users will not get any calling benefit and third-party app access.
BSNL Rs. 16 Data Voucher
The second data voucher is priced at Rs. 16 and it also offers 2GB of data for one day. Similarly, this pack does not provide any other benefits like messages, voice calls, and access to third-party applications.
BSNL Rs. 19 Data Voucher
Then, there is a pack of Rs. 19, which is available in some circles and provides extra benefits to the user. This pack ships 2GB of data for the same period. However, this pack does not ship any calling benefits and message benefits with the same package.
It is worth noting that these packs are launched for those users who always look for extra data. These packs are known as mini data plans that only offers 2GB of data for one day.
