Despite the fact that Consumer durable companies have increased the prices of ACs, the demand has not been decreased due to the rising temperature. However, the high electricity bill is the biggest problem as it breaks the bank. So, if you are looking for ways to reduce your electricity bill, then you should look at these steps.
Steps To Reduce Your Electricity Bill While Using Air Conditioners
Use Timer
It is important to note that setting a timer for air conditioners can help you to reduce the electricity bill. The AC automatically gets offs once the time is over and it will reduce the overuse of the same. So, it is advisable to set a time before heading to bed.
Need To Choose Right Temperature
In order to reduce your electricity bill, it is advisable to set a minimum temperature. It is worth noting that choosing the right temperature is must as people often select 16 degrees; however, AC should be at 24 degrees Celsius. The compressor of AC automatically turns on in case the temperature increase.
Close All Windows And Doors Properly
This is basic practice, but you have to follow it before switching on the air conditioner of your room. The room will cool easily and will remain for a long time and you can reduce your electricity bill in the next cycle or end of the month.
Clear Air Filters
It is worth noting that clearing or washing air filters of the ACs also good as it will run easily. For the unaware, the air filters can remove dust automatically. However, these filters might be filled with dust with daily usage, and making AC work harder will increase the power consumption and electricity bill. This is why cleaning or washing air filters is really important.
Service Of The Air Conditioner Is Must
Even though several consumer durable claims that servicing the air conditioner is not required; however, all products need servicing, including ACs in your homes. In fact, servicing your air conditioners is a must as dust might affect the performance of your AC. So, don’t forget to repair or service your AC before the season.
Vivo launched an entirely new “T” smartphone lineup for the Indian audience recently. The Vivo T1 5G arrived as the first model in this affordable 5G Vivo smartphone series which soon will be joined by its high-end sibling, i.e, the Vivo VT1 Pro 5G. The development of the Pro T1 model has been leaked a couple of times online. Now, the Vivo T1 Pro 5G’s expected India launch has been tipped.
Vivo T1 Pro 5G India Launch Revealed Via New Leak
The Vivo T1 Pro 5G might launch sometime in May 2022 in India. A report via Onsitego has shared the expected launch timeline of the next Vivo T series phone for the Indian market. The exact date is not revealed by the leak. However, with just a few weeks remaining, either Vivo or some other source could confirm the T1 Pro 5G’s India launch.
Vivo T1 Pro 5G Price In India, Key Specifications
While the Vivo T1 Pro 5G’s official launch timeline has been revealed, its pricing details are kept at large. There are possibilities that Vivo keeps the pricing of the Pro model slightly higher compared to the standard Vivo T1 5G. Rumors are rife that the Vivo T1 Pro 5G might carry a sub Rs. 20,000 price tag in the country.
However, this pricing is based on speculations and the actual retail price of the Vivo T1 Pro 5G might vary. We can expect the handset to be available for purchase via both online and offline retail stores in the country. But whether the device will be sold via Amazon or Flipkart is yet to be confirmed.
As for the expected specifications, the Vivo T1 Pro 5G is rumored to be driven by the Snapdragon 778G octa-core processor. To recap, the standard Vivo T1 5G also uses a Qualcomm chipset but a different one (Snapdragon 695 5G SoC). This is one prominent change we would get to see on the Vivo T1 Pro 5G compared to the standard T1 5G.
The leaks have also hinted up to 8GB RAM for the T1 Pro 5G. We can expect it to be combined with either a 128GB or 256GB storage configuration. This Vivo smartphone will be loaded with Android 12 OS which will be topped with a custom FunTouch OS. The remaining T1 Pro 5G hardware including the display and camera hardware is also under the wraps. But it shouldn’t be long before the rumor mill starts pouring in additional details related to the Vivo T1 Pro 5G specifications and availability in India.
Samsung has been giving smartphone brands stiff competition to the Chinese OEMs in the tablet market. The Galaxy Tab A7 is one of the most popular offerings by the South Korean giant for the mid-range audience in India and the global market. This affordable Samsung tablet has received a massive price cut that makes it a hard-to-miss deal. Check out the deal:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Gets Lucrative Price Cut In India
The Samsung Tab A7 is currently retailing with up to 25 percent discount at the e-commerce retailer Amazon.The discount offer is announced on the Galaxy Tab A7’s 3GB RAM and 32GB WiFi+ LTE model. With the price cut in effect, the Galaxy Tab A7 can be purchased at Rs. 15,699 in the country. Just to recap, the Galaxy Tab A7 tablet was introduced with a starting price of Rs. 20,999 in India.
But does the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 makes for a worth a buy following the latest price cut? Or should you give it a skip and consider some other tablet in this segment? Let’s quickly revise the spec sheet for the same:
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Worth A Buy With The Latest Discount?
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 is a mid-tier Android tablet that features a massive 10.4-inch TFT screen with 1200 x 2000 pixels screen resolution. The large screen size fits well for high-resolution videos. The Galaxy Tab A7 runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset. This octa-core Qualcomm processor is combined with up to 4GB RAM and 64GB storage option.
The mid-range Qualcomm processor helps with smooth multitasking and performance delivery. Samsung has further used a single 8MP rear camera for optics on the Galaxy Tab A7. For selfies and video calls, this mid-range Samsung tablet features a 5MP snapper upfront. Both Galaxy Tab A7 rear and front camera supports 1080p video recording. Samsung has tucked a massive 7,040 mAh battery unit on the Galaxy Tab A7 that gets 15W fast charging.
If you look at the spec sheet, the Galaxy Tab A7 is fully loaded with features. It offers a lot at the discounted price of Rs. 15,699. If you are considering buying a tablet that is budget-oriented but has all the necessary features for daily requirements then the Galaxy Tab A7 is worth considering.
Xiaomi is once again revamping its popular Redmi smartphone lineup in India. This latest offering by the company would be the Redmi 10A which will be catering to the budget audience in the Indian market. The Redmi 10A would be the third model in the Redmi 10 series which already has been announced in the country comprising the standard Redmi 10 and the Redmi 10 Prime. The Redmi 10A’s official India launch has been confirmed by Xiaomi itself for next week. What else do we know of the upcoming budget Redmi 10 series model in India? Check out the details:
Xiaomi Redmi 10A India Launch Is Confirmed For Next Week
Xiaomi has confirmed the Redmi 10A’s India launch on April 20, 2022. The date announced by Xiaomi corroborates with the past leaks. The pricing details have not been confirmed just yet. However, the company is expected to announce the Redmi 10A as yet another budget Android phone with a starting price tag under Rs. 10,000. Do note that this is just speculation and the actual pricing of the handset may vary post the official launch.
What About The Redmi 10A India Specifications and Features?
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 10A recently in China and is expected to bring it to the Indian market with the same specifications. This budget Redmi 10 series phone will be launched in India with the Helio G35 processor. This entry-level octa-core MediaTek processor gets IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU. It was announced with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration in China. We can expect the same Redmi 10A variants in the Indian market.
It is worth adding that this budget Redmi phone also comes with expandable storage support (via microSD card). It will boot on Android 12 OS which will be layered with MIUI 12.5 interface. The Redmi 10S is expected to debut with a 6.53-inch LCD panel in India. The screen resolution and refresh rate would be standard, i.e, 720 x 1600 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. The Redmi 10A will feature a single 13MP rear camera and a 5MP selfie camera.
The budget Redmi 10A will offer standard privacy measures such as Face Unlock, PIN, and Password protection. It will be powered by a 5,000 mAh battery that will be supported by regular 10W charging speeds. Xiaomi’s upcoming Budget Redmi 10 series phone has a basic set of hardware that will be well suited for daily tasks. Xiaomi would need to get the pricing of the Redmi 10A correct in the Indian market to increase the sales numbers.
Airtel, Reliance Jio, Vodafone-Idea, and BSNL are providing several prepaid plans to their customers. However, a state-run telecom operator is the only company that ships affordable packs for 30 days period. These prepaid plans are designed for users who are not looking for more data offers. So, let’s find out the details of the BSNL plans and their benefits.
BSNL Rs. 19 Prepaid Plan
The first plan of Rs. 19 is providing all benefits for 30 days. The plan offers a call for 20paise per minute to all networks. However, this plan does not offer any data benefits and SMS benefits.
BSNL Rs. 75 Prepaid Plan
Secondly, there is a pack of Rs. 75, where users will get 200 minutes for calling, including local and national. Besides, this pack also offers 2GB of data for one month, which means 30 days. But, the pack does not ship any message benefits.
On the other hand, this pack offers a calling benefit, which makes it perfect. In addition, this pack offers personalized caller tunes to its customers without any cost.
BSNL Rs. 147 Prepaid Plan
The third pack of Rs. 147 is providing unlimited calling to all customers, including locally and nationally. The company is providing PBRT for free and 10GB of data for the same period. This pack does not include any SMS benefits.
BSNL More Data Prepaid Plans
BSNL Rs. 247 Prepaid Plan
Another pack on the list is priced at Rs. 247 prepaid plan, where users will get unlimited calling, 50GB of data, and 100 messages per day for 30 months. Besides, this pack offers EROS Now access and BSNL Tunes for free. However, the speed will be reduced to 80Kbp. This clearly shows that this pack is designed for those who are looking for more data options.
BSNL Rs. 299 Prepaid Plan
The Rs. 299 pack offers 90GB of data for the entire period. This means users will get benefits for 30 days. Plus, this pack ships unlimited calling and 100 messages per day for 30 days. This clearly means this pack offers 3GB of data per day for the same period. This pack is also designed for users who are eyeing more data.
After launching smartphones, laptops, and accessories, Realme has finally launched air-conditioners in India. The air conditioners are specially designed for the summer season and feature an inverter compressor technology to cool efficiently.
Plus, the company said that ACs are providing flexible cooling capacities while ensuring maximum power saving. So, let’s find out the details of Realme’s first air-conditioner in the country.
The new ACs have been launched under the company’s Techlife brand. The ACs are expected to provide cooling at peak temperatures. Besides, the newly launched models come with an automatic cleaning system that claims to protect from dust, moisture, and more. These newly launched machines offer modes like Dry, sleep mode, and ECO.
In addition, the newly launched ACs have 4-in-1 cooling for higher energy savings. The company also said that the ACs can provide a cooling capacity of between 40 percent, 60 percent, 80 percent, and 110 percent.
The other feature includes- Silent operations, Stabilizer free operations, Auto Cleaning features, and Blue Fin Technology. Plus, the auto cleaning runs for 30 seconds when your machine is switched off. The Blue Fin Technology offers effective protection for coils from salt, acid deposition, and water droplets.
It is worth noting that the company keeps expanding its product lineup under Techlife offerings. However, this is the first time when Realme launched air conditioners in the country.
Moreover, it is important to note that the company has also launched washing machines that feature antibacterial silver ion wash technology. Apart from that, the company launched an air-purifier, robot vacuum mop, and vacuum cleaner.
Recently, the company launched its most-awaited smartphone in the country. The Realme GT 2 Pro smartphone comes with a 6.7-inch 2K LTPO 2 AMOLED display along with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and a brightness of 1400 nits.
The smartphone has Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor alongside the Adreno 730 GPU. There is also 8GB/ 12GB of RAM and 128GB/ 256GB of storage. Besides, you will find a 50MP primary camera along with a 150-degree field-of-view and a 3MP 20mm microscopic. The Realme GT 2 Pro 32MP camera on the front.
The 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage will cost you Rs. 49,999, whereas 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage variant is priced at Rs. 57,999. The smartphone will be available from April 14 at a discount of Rs. 5,000 on HDFC Bank credit card. Furthermore, the device is available in three colour options Steel Black, Paper Green, and Paper White.
After introducing trolley speakers in India, Gizmore, an accessories brand is all to expand its product lineup in the ongoing quarter. The company is planning to bring more products in a smartwatch, neckband, and truly wireless category during the same period. Meanwhile, Giznext has managed to do exclusive interaction with the company’s CEO and Co-Founder, Sanjay Kumar Kalirona, regarding upcoming products.
Gizmore Upcoming Products In India
“We are planning to bring six new models into the smartwatch segment that will be made in India,” he told Giznext during the interaction. He informed the company is also planning to launch three new models in the neckband and two new models in the TWS category in the current quarter.
Shedding more light on the company’s products he said that they are making chargers, power banks, and cables that are made in India. In addition, he informed that the company has launched six neckbands, three speakers, and four tower speakers that are made in India.
Gizmore Trolley Speakers Details
For the unaware, the newly launched trolley speakers are known as T1501N and T1000 Pro. Both speakers are already available at cost-efficient prices and are designed for parties. The Gizmore Wheelz T1501N speaker comes with an 8-inch subwoofer and 20W speakers for the audio output.
There is also support for remote-controlled functionality along with wireless music and a 3,600mAh battery that can last for four hours after one charge. On the other hand, the Wheelz T1000 Pro speaker comes with multiple audio settings and can produce high-quality audio in both indoor and outdoor environments.
The company said that speakers can be charged through a power bank or USB cable. However, buyers will get wired microphones with these speakers.
“It’s great to see Government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative has successfully brought manufacturing, design, and innovation to the center stage. Under the government’s PLI scheme, building capability and capacity to manufacture PCBA bodes well for India’s ambition to become the world’s electronics manufacturing hub,” he added further.
Gizmore trolley Speakers: Pricing And Availability
The Wheelz T1501N speaker is priced at Rs. 4,499 in the market, whereas the Gizmore Wheelz T1000 Pro speaker will cost you Rs. 3,999. Notably, both speakers are already available on the company’s website and Amazon India platform.
Realme is all set to launch a new smartphone in India. The Realme Narzo 50A Prime is expected to be the company’s first smartphone that will not have a charger in the box. Notably, the company has not confirmed any launch date, but several reports claim that it will be launched on April 30th.
The device is already available in Indonesia. The launch date of the device is not known as the company has not made any official announcement yet.
Realme Narzo 50A Prime Smartphone: Variants
The Realme Narzo 50A Prime comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB+ 128GB of storage. The same storage options are expected to be available in the Indian market. Besides, the device is likely to be available in two colour options, such as Flash Black and Flash Blue. The same colour options have been launched in Indonesia.
Realme Narzo 50A Prime Smartphone: Specifications
The Realme Narzo 50A Prime comes with a 6.6-inch HD+ display along with 1,080 ×2,408 resolution. There will be also a 180Hz sampling rate, 600nits brightness, and Unisoc T612 chipset paired along with Mali G57 GPU for graphics.
Besides, the smartphone packs 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage that can be expandable through a microSD card. On the connectivity front, the device comes with 4G VoLTE, dual-band, GPS, Bluetooth 5.0, and USB Type-C.
The device might be packed with a 5,000mAh battery along with an 18W fast charging support. The device weighs 189 grams and measures 164.4×75.6×8.1mm. Plus, there is a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and audio jack.
Moreover, you will find a triple camera set up at the back, including a 50MP primary Samsung JN1 sensor, and a 2MP macro camera. Plus, the device supports an 8MP snapper on the front for selfies and videos.
Key Highlights Realme Narzo 50A Prime Smartphone
Unisoc T612 SoC, Mali-G57 GPU 6.6-inch FHD+ display Android 11 based Realme UI 2.0 4GB RAM and 128GB storage Triple cameras at the back 8MP camera on the front 5,000mAh battery along with 18W fast-charging support
Following the footsteps of Flipkart, Amazon has launched Fab Phones Fest and TV Fest on its platform. The new sale will provide benefits on smartphones, televisions, and accessories. In fact, buyers will get 55 percent off on all top brands such as Redmi, Samsung, Tecno, Hisense, and more.
The sale will be live until April 14th and this is why we are listing all smartphones that are available on the Amazon ongoing sale.
Amazon Fab TV Fest Sale: Deals On Smartphones
Samsung Galaxy M12
Let’s start with the Samsung Galaxy M12, where buyers have to pay Rs. 10,499, while Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G will cost you Rs. 36,990. This includes Samsung TVs like Crystal 4K Pro line-up and Wondertainment series that start from Rs. 17,990. Besides, the users will get instant discounts up to Rs. 1,500 on the SBI credit card.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G
The smartphone will cost you Rs. 21,999, OnePlus 95G comes with a starting price of Rs. 35,599, while OnePlus Nord 2 5G is priced at Rs. 27,999. The Fab Fest TV will also have EMI options on the OnePlus 43-inch Y Series Full HD Smart Android LED TV 43 Y1S. For the televisions, buyers will get Rs. 1,500 discount on the Credit card of the SBI Bank.
Tecno Spark 8 Pro
Under this sale, the Tecno Spark 8 Pro will cost you Rs. 9,999. The device comes with a 48MP primary camera, a 5,000mAh battery, 6.8-inch FHD+ display, 33W fast charger. In addition, there is a Tecno Pop 5 LTE will cost you Rs. 6, 599 along with a 10 percent discount on an SBI credit cards transactions, while Tecno Spark 8T will cost you Rs. 9,299.
Apple iPhone 12
The 64GB variant of the iPhone 12 will cost you Rs. 53,999, which will be available at a 10 percent discount that is up to Rs. 1, 000 on the credit card EMI transactions. The iPhone12 comes with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display and a 2,532×1,170 resolution. It is powered by the A14 Bionic chip that supports 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB storage options. The iPhone 12 features a dual 12MP camera setup that includes ultra-wide and wide-angle lenses. Besides, there is a 12MP selfie camera sensor on the front
iQOO Z5 5G
The iQOO Z5 5G will cost you Rs. 23,990. In addition, buyers will get a 10 percent discount up to Rs. 1,000 on the SBI Credit Card. The IQOO 9 SE 5G is priced at Rs. 33,990. The iQOO Z5 features Android 11 OS and will have a 6.67-inch full HD+ LCD display along with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling rate. In addition, the display comes with a 20:9 panel, HDR 10 support, and DCI-P3 colour gamut.
Realme Narzo 50A
The Realme Narzo 50A will cost you Rs. 11,499 with an extra discount of Rs. 1,000 discount only on credit and debit cards on SBI Bank. The Realme Narzo 50A comes with a 6.5-inch IPS LCD that supports 720 x 1600 pixels resolution and 270 PPI pixel density. There is also a 50MP wide-angle primary camera and a 2MP depth camera on the back panel. There is also an 8MP camera on the front for selfies and videos.
Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G Smartphone
The Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G smartphone will cost you Rs. 26,999. Plus, you can avail an exchange offer, where you can get up to Rs. 18,200 off and no-cost EMI offers. The smartphone features a 6.55-inch OLED DoT display. It packs Snapdragon 778G processor. There is also a 64MP triple camera set up at the back.
Amazon Fab TV Fest Sale: Deals On TVs
Redmi L32M6-RA (2021) Smart TV
The Redmi L32M6-RA television will cost you Rs. 13,999 instead of Rs. 24,999. Plus, there is a discount offer, where buyers will get a discount of up to Rs. 2,410 with the exchange offer. In fact, no-cost EMI is also available. The smart TV comes with a 60Hz refresh rate, equipped with 20W stereo speakers that are powered by Dolby Audio technology.
Sony Bravia 55X80AJ Smart TV
The Sony Bravia 55X80AJ smart television will cost you Rs. 74,990 instead of Rs. 1, 09, 900. There is an exchange offer that can offer a discount of up to Rs. 2,410. Plus, there are also no-cost-EMI options available. The smart television comes with a 55-inch screen along with 4K resolution along with 60Hz refresh rate.
Hisense 55U6G Smart TV
The Hisense 55U6G smart television will cost you Rs. 56,990 instead of Rs. 79,900. There is also an exchange offer, where you can get Rs. 2,410 off along with no-cost EMI offers listed on the selected credit cards. The smart television features a 60Hz refresh rate that is equipped with 24W speakers.
Xiaomi recently launched its most premium smartphone range for the global audience, i.e, the Xiaomi 12 series. After all the wait, the company has finally announced the Xiaomi 12 Pro India launch date. Xiaomi will be launching is newest flagship Android phone later this month in India. We already know what all features this top-of-the-line Xiaomi phone will offer? But what about the pricing and availability? Below are the details:
Here Is When Xiaomi 12 Pro India Launch Scheduled
Xiaomi has confirmed the Xiaomi 12 Pro India launch on April 27, 2022, in India. The Chinese tech giant confirmed its latest flagship Android phone’s launch in the country via its official India website and official Twitter handle. Currently, Xiaomi has only announced the Xiaomi 12 Pro’s India launch date.
Xiaomi 12 Pro Price In India (Expected)
We currently have got no authentic leak or official teaser that confirms the pricing of this new flagship Xiaomi handset. The possibilities are we see the Xiaomi 12 Pro debuting in the sub Rs. 60,000 or Rs. 50,000 price category. But this is mere speculation and the accurate pricing details will only be confirmed post the official launch.
Xiaomi 12 Pro India Specifications And Features
The Xiaomi 12 Pro will be debuting with the exact top-of-the-line specifications as the Chinese variant. The octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 5G processor combined with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB storage configuration will make it the strongest rival of the recently launched OnePlus 10 Pro in India.
Xiaomi has equipped the 12 Pro with a massive 6.73-inch display. It is an AMOLED screen that comes with a QHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. Xiaomi has also used a high-end camera module on the 12 Pro. At the back, the Xiaomi 12 Pro features a 50MP main camera combined with a set of 50MP sensors that function as ultrawide angle and a bokeh lens respectively. It is one of the most powerful camera setups offered by a new-generation Android smartphone.
The Xiaomi 12 Pro will boot on Android 12 OS and offer an in-display fingerprint scanner for biometrics. It will be using a 4,600 mAh battery unit which will have the fastest 120W charging speeds.
As mentioned above, the Xiaomi 12 Pro will go straight up against the likes of the OnePlus 10 Pro in the Indian market. Its pricing would play a major factor in its success in the country. It would be interesting to see if Xiaomi gets the pricing correct for the 12 Pro and how well it gets a response from the Indian audience.
