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Amazon Prime, which is one of the leading OTT players in India is planning to increase prices of the plans. The on-demand video streaming platform is offering original shows and movies in the country. So, to help you to choose the right plan for the Amazon Prime content, we are listing details of all packs.

Amazon Prime Packs In India

Currently, the company is providing three plans in the country that are priced at Rs. 129, Rs. 329, and Rs. 999. These plans are valid for one month, three months, and 365 days. Notably, the company has not announced the exact date or month when new prices will come into effect.

Amazon Prime Rs. 129 Monthly Pack

Lets’ start with the first plan of Rs. 129, which can be purchased via credit and selected debit cards. The company also said that the credit and debit card facility is limited to all banks that have complied with new guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India for recurring payments. This plan will allow you to access all services that have been offered by the application along with one or two delivery.

“Please note that effective 1 October 2021, your bank may not be able to process any requests for automated payments on your credit/debit cards unless it complies with RBI’s e-mandate guidelines. Therefore, we have temporarily discontinued new member sign-ups for Amazon Prime Free Trial until further notice. You can continue enjoying Prime membership benefits by manually renewing/signing up for the Monthly, Three Mont, or Annual Prime Membership here,” Amazon notes.

Amazon Prime Rs. 329 Three Month Plan

This plan of Amazon Prime comes with a validity of three months, where users will get all benefits of the app, including one or two-day deliveries, special discounts, and Prime Music for the same period.

Amazon Prime Rs. 999 Yearly Subscription Plan

The last and the yearly plan of the app will cost you Rs. 999, which allows users to access the benefits for one year. In addition, this plan seems a better option as it saves your money in comparison to three months pack. The quarterly plan will cost you Rs. 1,316, whereas the annual plan will cost you only Rs. 999.

How To Get Amazon Prime Memberships Free

Apart from these packs, telecom operators also offer Amazon Prime access with their prepaid and postpaid plans. These telecom operators also offer free calling and data benefits with these packs.

Netflix is one of the most popular OTT apps in India. The app offers original shows and movies in Hindi, English, and more languages. Currently, the app offers four plans in India, which are affordable as Amazon Prime and Disney+ Hotstar recently increased the prices of their packs. So, in that way, we are listing all plans of Netflix that will help you to choose a plan as per your need.

Netflix Plans In India

Notably, the company is providing four plans in India that are priced at Rs. 199, Rs. 499, Rs. 649, and Rs. 799. Netflix plans are known as Mobile, Basic, Standard, and Premium.

Netflix Mobile Plan

The first plan of Netflix will cost you Rs. 199, which allows you to watch content on a smartphone and tablet with good quality video. However, the yearly plan will cost you Rs. 2,388. Besides, the pack allows you to watch content only on one screen at one time.

Netflix Basic Plan

The Basic plan of Netflix has priced you Rs. 499 per month; however, the yearly plan will cost you Rs. 5,988. This pack enables you to watch content on TV, smartphone, tablet, and computer. But, you are allowed to watch shows and movies only on one device.

Netflix Starndard Plan

The Standard plan of the leading OTT plan will cost you Rs. 649 per month, while the yearly pack will cost you Rs. 7,788 per year with Full HD (1,080p) resolution on two screens. This plan enables you to download and watch content on two devices at one time.

Netflix Premium Plan

The most expensive plan is known as the Premium Pack, which is priced at Rs. 799. Notably, four members of the family or a group can access this pack. This pack offers content in FHD and Ultra HD. In addition, you are allowed to stream and download all shows and movies on all devices. Besides, the app enables you to create five profiles.

How To Get Free Access To Netflix App?

In case, you are looking for free access to the app, then you might be disappointed you know that the app does not come free. However, if you want to change or upgrade the ongoing plan, then you will get the services for free for only 30 days. This means you are allowed to use a higher-tier plan for free only for 30 days. After that, you have to pay for the same plan.

Redmi has recently launched three smartphones in its home market. The Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 11 Pro, and Redmi Note 11 Pro+ are available in China and are soon expected to arrive in the Indian market. Notably, Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is the most expensive smartphone and comes with a 4,500mAh battery, 120W fast charging, MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro and the Redmi Note 11 5G features 5,160 mAh and 5,000 mAh batteries. These smartphones are not available in India, but still, we are listing all differences and similarities of the newly launched devices.

Redmi Note 11 5G Vs Note 11 Pro Vs Note 11 Pro+: Specifications

Let’s start with the Redmi Note 11 5G comes with a 6.6-inch full-HD display along with a 90Hz refresh rate and MediaTek Dimensity 810 processor. On the other hand, Redmi Note 11 5G and the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ come with MediaTek Dimensity 920 processor, a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, and a hole-punch design. However, all three devices feature 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

The Redmi Note 11 5G sport a 50MP primary camera and 8MP secondary sensor. It also has a 16MP selfie camera. On the other hand, the Redmi Note 11 Pro and the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ feature a 108MP main camera, dual ISO, 8MP ultra-wide camera, and 2MP telemacro lens.

The Redmi Note 11 5G comes with a 5,000 mAh battery along with 33W charging. whereas Redmi Note 11 Pro and the Redmi Note 11 Pro packs 4,500 mAh and 5,000 mAh batteries. Both smartphones support 120W and 33W fast charging. In addition, the Redmi Note 11 5G comes with dual stereo speakers, X-axis linear motor, 3.5mm headphone jack, and IP53-level splash-proof.

The Redmi Note 11 Pro and the Redmi Note 11 Pro + features JBL-tuned stereo speakers, Hi-Res Audio, Dolby Atmos support. Besides, supports Bluetooth v5.2, USB Type-C port, 3.5mm audio jack, NFC, GPS, Wi-Fi 6, and more.

Redmi Note 11 5G Vs Note 11 Pro Vs Note 11 Pro+: Price

The Redmi 11 5G smartphone will cost you CNY 1,199, which is close to Rs. 14,000. The device features 4GB/6GB/ 8GB of RAM and 128GB/ 256GB of storage. The other two variants are priced at CNY 1,299, CNY 1,499, and CNY 1,699, which means Rs. 16,400, Rs. 18,700, and Rs. 21,100. Besides, the device comes in three colour options: Milky Way Blue, Mint Green, and Mysterious Black.

On the other hand, the Redmi 11 Pro comes with a 6GB + 128GB, 8GB + 128GB, and 8GB + 256GB storage option. These devices are priced at CNY 1,599, CNY 1,899, and CNY 2,099, which means Rs. 18,700, Rs. 22,300, and Rs. 24,500. The device features four colour options: Timeless Purple, and Milky Way Blue (Glossy), Mysterious Black, and Forest Green.

Furthermore, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ is available in three colours: Forest Green, Timeless Purple, and Mysterious Black. This device is priced at CNY 1,899, CNY 2,099, and CNY 2,299 that are close to Rs. 22,200, Rs. 24,500, and Rs. 26,900. It is worth noting that these devices are already on sale in China.

Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone-Idea are very active in terms of launching new plans. Besides, these telecom players keep updating their existing plans. These plans are designed for users who are looking for short-term validity, which will provide free voice calling, data, and message benefits. So, in that way, we are listing all those plans that are priced under Rs. 300.

Reliance Jio Prepaid Packs Under Rs. 300

Let’s start with Reliance Jio prepaid plans under Rs. 300. Notably, the company offers four plans that are priced at Rs. 98, Rs. 149, Rs. 199, and Rs. 249. The Rs. 98 plan offers unlimited calling, 1.5GB of data per day, Jio apps for 14 days. This pack does not ship SMS.

The other plan on the list will cost you Rs. 149, where users will get 24GB of data for 24 days. It includes free calling and 100 messages per day. The other two plan offers 1.5GB of data and 2GB of data per day for 28 days. Besides, the rest of the benefits are the same.

Airtel Prepaid Packs Under Rs. 300

India’s second-largest telecom operator offers Rs. 129, Rs. 149, Rs. 199, Rs. 219, Rs. 249, Rs. 289, Rs. 298, and Rs. 299 packs. These packs offer 1GB and 2GB of data per day. In addition, these packs ships a mobile edition of Amazon Prime, free hello tunes, and access to Wynk Music. Additionally, some of the packs are providing extra data to customers.

Vi (Vodafone-Idea) Prepaid Packs Under Rs. 300

India’s third-largest telecom operator Vodafone-Idea offers Rs. 99, Rs. 109, Rs. 129, Rs. 199, Rs. 219,Rs. 249 Rs. 267, and Rs. 299. The Rs. 99 plan offers 200MB of data and free voice calls for 18 days. The other packs offer 1GB of data, 1.5GB, and 2GB of data per day. In addition, Rs. 299 plan offers double data benefits to all customers. In addition, some of the packs offer Binge all night, Weekend data rollover facility, and access to Vi Movies & TV.

Which Is Better?

It is worth noting that Airtel and Vodafone-Idea offer more benefits under the same segment. On the other hand, Reliance Jio plans are affordable than any other telecom operator,which is why we suggest you to choose a plan wisely.

5G or the fifth-generation network is expected 100 times faster than the fourth generation of the network. The 5G wireless technology is expected to provide high multi-Gbps, more reliability, increased availability, ultra-low latency, massive network capacity, and great experience to users.

The new technology is expected to support millions of devices per square kilometre. On the other hand, the 4G network only supports 100,000 devices.

“While 4G was a clear upgrade in technology from 3G, 5G is more focused on incremental enhancements on existing Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology thereby allowing operators to evolve their LTE networks. As telcos are deploying these enhancements on LTE; new service dimensions are opening up. This incremental approach makes the transition logical and telcos are already on the path to 5G,” a report by Deloitte said.

It is worth noting that the 5G network is expected to provide speed up to 200Gbps in the commercial space, whereas telecom operators are expected to provide 1Gbps speed, which is higher than the 4G network.

5G Network Trials In India

Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone-Idea are conducting 5G network trials from the last four to five months. These trials are supposed to end this year; however, now, telcos are looking for more time to conduct trials. The telecom operators are reportedly eyeing an extension of one year to test their networks.

The DoT has given only six months for the same, which means until November 26th, 2021. If Dot accepts the request of the telcos, the permit will be extended until November 26th, 2022. For the unaware, Reliance Jio and Airtel have started trials this year in June, but Vodafone-Idea began trials recently.

It is important to note that the Department of Telecommunication wanted to conduct a 5G auction in the first quarter of the next year, but this extension might delay the whole procedure by the end of the next year.

For the unaware, the Department of Telecommunication has allocated spectrum bands, such as 700 Mhz, 3.5 GHz, and 26 GHz airwaves to conduct the trials. It should be noted that telcos did not issue any statement on the extension of the 5G trials.

Which Telecom Operator Will 5G In India?

It should be noted that Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone-Idea, and MTNL are testing new technologies in the country. These telecom operators are conducting 5G trials with Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung, and more. However, there is no fixed date or month when Indian operators will start providing 5G in the country as trials have not been completed.

5G Spectrum Price In India

The telecom regulator TRAI has suggested Rs. 492 crore per Mhz for 3,300-3,600 Mhz band on a pan India basis.Furthermore, 5G is not in India, but several countries are already providing the same services to their people.

Noise, which is popular audio and wearables brand, has launched a new product in the market. The company has launched Noise Sense neckband, which comes with Instacharge technology. The neckband allows users to charge eight hours of battery in just eight minutes. In addition, users will get a playtime of 25 hours.

Noise Sense Neckband: Specifications

The Noise Sense neckband is designed for users who are looking for style, crystal clear audio, and comfort. In addition, the newly launched neckband comes with Bluetooth 5.0 pairing, Type C USB cable for connectivity and charging.

The Noise Sense neckband supports a 10 mm driver so that users can get a comfortable and no-fuss grip in the ear. The neckband has IPX5 water resistance, voice assistance, and call vibration that enables you to attend all calls when your earphones are connected.

Noise Sense Neckband: Price And Availability

The newly launched neckband is priced at Rs. 1,099; however, once the introductory offer ends, the product will be available at Rs. 2,499. The neckband is available on the company’s website and on Amazon. The neckband is available in two colour options; blue and black.

Co-Founders On Launching New Neckbank In India

“We’re pleased to add another powerful and affordable Bluetooth neckband to our portfolio of audio products. Noise Sense is equipped with remarkable features, including extended 25-hour battery life, seamless voice assistance, and more to allow Noisemakers to enjoy a superior audio experience,” Gaurav Khatri, Co-founder, Noise said.

“Its sought-after features make it a steal deal for those looking for advanced audio quality and style in one go. The launch is a part of our efforts to listen to the needs of our customers and come up with products that matter,” he added.

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PhonePe, a Walmart group’s digital payments firm, is now charging processing fees for mobile recharge above Rs. 50. The company will charge Re 1 to Rs. 2. Notably, no other company is charging a processing fee on transactions. PhonePe has become the first digital payments app that is charging for transactions.

“On recharges, we are running a very small-scale experiment where a few users are paying for mobile recharges. Recharges below Rs 50 are not charged, recharges between Rs 50 and Rs 100 are charged Re. 1 and above Rs. 100 are charged Rs. 2. Essentially, as a part of the experiment, a majority of users are either not paying anything or paying Re 1,” a PhonePe spokesperson said.

It is worth noting that the app has the largest share in UPI transactions amongst all apps. PhonePe has managed to post 165 crore UPI transactions in only September month. It has a 40 percent share amongst all apps.

“We are not the only player or payment platform charging a fee. Charging a small fee on bill payments is now a standard industry practice and is done by other biller websites and payment platforms also. We charge a processing fee (called a convenience fee on other platforms) on payments with credit cards only,” the spokesperson added.

Other Transactions Are Free

However, other transactions and money transfers will remain free on the platform. “On bill payments, most players and biller websites charge a processing or convenience fee on credit cards like us, and this has been the industry norm for a while now.” In case, you are still looking for ways to recharge your mobile number, then you have to look at these steps.

How To Recharge Your Phone Number Via PhonePe

Step 1: Tap on the recharge options under the recharge and pay bills.
Step 2: Write the mobile number you want to recharge. Now, you have to verify the number, circle, and telecom operator details.
Step 3: Now, write the amount or tap on the select option from a list of plans. Then, click on the recharge option to complete the transactions.

What should you do if you wish to connect your laptop to Wi-Fi but only get a signal via phone? What if you wash to connect many devices to a Wi-Fi network, but only one of them is within range? There is a solution: you can use Bluetooth or Wi-Fi hotspot to share your phone’s Wi-Fi connection with several devices.

For Bluetooth

It’s simple to share your phone’s Wi-Fi connection with other devices in case, you don’t have direct access to a wireless internet connection. Bluetooth tethering is a useful feature.

It is different than using your phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot as you are sharing a single internet connection with several devices. Your phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network, which you will be sharing with other devices rather than using your mobile data.

After connecting the phone, you should follow these simple instructions.To begin, go to connected devices and ensure that your phone’s Bluetooth is turned on. Go to Network & Internet -> Hotspot & tethering -> Enable Bluetooth tethering, once you have confirmed that Bluetooth is enabled on your device.

After that, you can connect to your phone using the Bluetooth connection on your laptop or any other device and use its internet connection.
To use the internet with this Bluetooth connection, follow these steps: Open Bluetooth Settings -> Devices and Printers and click Add a device under Devices and Printers.

When your phone has been added, right-click on the symbol for your phone and select Connect using -> Access point. You are all set to use your phone’s internet connection.

With Mobile Hotspot

A hotspot is essentially a combination of software, hardware, and back-end network data services that transform a phone into a broadband modem and router. In other words, it can use Wi-Fi to share a web connection to adjacent computers. This not only allows you to connect your laptop and tablet to the internet, but it also enables you to share it with coworkers as long as they are within range and know the password.

For iPads and iPhone

Begin by tapping the Settings icon on the Home screen. Now, go to the area called Personal Hotspot.

Allow others to Join by sliding the slider switch. (If you are still on iOS 12, the slider and say Personal Hotspot.)

The network’s password is at the top of the screen and the instructions are in the middle. It is recommended to update the password for security reasons by tapping the Wi-Fi Password area and entering a new one.

For Android

Swipe down on the Home screen to access the apps and Settings. To enable Mobile Hotspot, go to connections, scroll down to Mobile Hotspot & Tethering and tap on the Mobile Hotspot options.

Your menu language may be different depending on your software and you may need to tap to the More option to find the tethering and hotspot option. Change the network name, password, and Wi-Fi network, by going to the Mobile Hotspot area.

The hotspot will be discovered by devices checking for Wi-Fi networks in the area once you have enabled it, but only people with whom you have shared the password will be able to connect.

To begin, go to your laptop or tablet Wi-Fi settings and search for your new network. After that, type in the password.

It is worth noting that when you are out of range of a network or public hotspot, your phone data can help you get a Wi-Fi connection on your laptop. You can link another phone, tablet, and computer to the internet via mobile data. Furthermore, tethering or using a hotspot is the term for sharing your phone data in this manner. Most smartphones have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth features for sharing data.

Even though Qualcomm has launched an updated chipset of the Snapdragon 888 processor, smartphone companies are bringing and have brought devices on the same chipset. This is why we are listing some of the smartphones that come with the same processor. So, here is a list of all smartphones that feature the same chipset.

OnePlus 9RT Smartphone

The OnePlus 9RT that has been launched in China is expected to be available in India soon. The smartphone features a 6.62-inch E4 OLED display along with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and 600Hz touch response. It has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.

In addition, the device will have a triple camera setup, including a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera, 16MP wide-angle lens, and macro lens. Upfront, you’ll get a 16MP camera. Also, it has a 4,500 mAh battery along with 65W charging.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Smartphone

The device runs Andriod 11 OS and has a 6.7-inch primary full HD+ Dynamic display, 22:9 aspect ratio, 425ppi pixel density. The device has 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Besides, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 comes with Snapdragon 888 processor, 12MP megapixel primary sensor, 12MP ultra-wide shooter, and a 10MP selfie camera. It has a 3,300 mAh dual-cell battery along with 15W fast charging.

iQOO 7 Legend 5G Smartphone

The iQOO 7 Legend comes 6.62-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display along with a 120 Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Snapdragon 888 processor, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The smartphone features a 48MP main camera and a 13MP portrait lens. It has a 4,000 mAh battery that supports 66W flash charging.

Asus ROG 5 Smartphone

ASUS ROG 5 smartphone sports a 6.8-inch AMOLED display, which has a 144 Hz refresh rate. The smartphone also has 18 GB RAM and up to 512 GB of storage. On the optics, triple rear camera setup, including 64MP primary sensor, macro lens, an ultra-wide-angle lens. On the battery front, it supports a 6,000 mAh battery along with 65W fast charging.

Realme GT 5G Smartphone

The Realme GT 5G comes with a .43-inch full-HD AMOLED display and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 888 chipset paired with 12GB RAM and up to 256GB of storage. The smartphone comes with a triple rear camera, including a 64MP primary sensor, 8MP ultra-wide-angle, and 2MP macro shooter. Upfront, the Realme GT 5G comes with a 16MP features selfie camera. The device is equipped with a 4,500 mAh battery, which will support 65W fast charging.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Series

The Samsung Galaxy S21 series consists of Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones. It is worth noting that all three smartphones feature Snapdragon 888 chipsets.