Recently, Samsung declared phablet, named as the Galaxy Grand and it is expected to be unveiled in India on January 22 for around Rs 25,000. Galaxy Grand have zero shutter-lag and ultra-quick camera start-up. This new phone also arrives with a backside illumination sensor for better results in dark conditions as well as full HD video recording capability. There is also a 2 megapixel camera up front for video calling. In this handset, there is a 'Direct Call' feature that allows users to automatically dial a call by raising the device up to the ear; while users can also shake the phone to trigger status updates, or pan it to zoom into a screen. 

Device Specification:

• Dual SIM
• Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
• 5.0 inch display
• 800x480 resolution
• 1.2 GHz dual core processor
• 1 GB RAM
• 8 GB of internal memory
• 64 GB of expandable memory
• 2100 mAh battery
• 8 megapixel camera
• LED flash
• HD video recording
• GPS
• GLONASS
• 3G
• DLNA
• WiFi
• Bluetooth 4.0
'Smart Alert' is also a new feature in this handset which displays missed events like missed calls and new messages when users pick up the phone. Popup Video, for instance, allow users watch video in a pop-up window anywhere on the screen while running other tasks; S Voice lets users control the phone using their voice; and AllShare Play allows them share content across Samsung devices using a single account. Galaxy Grand is pre-loaded with the latest versions of Samsung Hubs to deliver the most famous games, movies and music direct to the user on demand.
The phone will augment the mid range of Samsung Galaxy series and will also provide an option to people who want big screen device without spending  big sum on purchasing the Galaxy Note II, and also don't want to go for the inexpensive options from the Indian brands.

Source : Themobileindian

Spice once unveiled a camera phone with 12 megapixel camera and 3x optical zoom, but that was a phone which looked like a camera. On the other hand Samsung has now unveiled a full-fledged camera but with Android mobile operating system, named as the Samsung Galaxy Camera. But not like the Spice device, this one doesn't offer calling functionality but has everything that a mobile phone should have such as large screen, 3G and WiFi connectivity.
Users can now pre-order this camera through Samsung's official India online store. Those users who are willing to buy this camera can make the payment of Rs 3,000 and the remaining amount will have to be paid within three days of the camera getting unveiled in India.
Those users who pre-book this Galaxy Camera will get free 16 GB SD card. Yet the formal price of the camera has not been declared but it is available in USA for USD $499 (Rs 27,500) and will therefore cost as much or more in India.
Device Specification:
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
• 4.8-inch HD Super Clear LCD screen
• 21x optical zoom lens
• 16 MP backside illuminated CMOS sensor
• Image stabilization technology
• Quad-core 1.4 GHz processor

While a similar high-end camera with 20 to 26x zoom from reputed brand will cost users only Rs 13,000 around. In addition the Samsung Galaxy Camera provides easy on camera edit function thanks to many application that are available in built and also on Google Play Store. It also permits easy upload on Facebook and other social media as well. Likewise, it permits gaming and internet browsing that users might do on a Smartphone apart from calling. The only disadvantage is that it weighs 300 grams which is not very heavy for a camera but is almost two and half times that of a Smartphone.
Whether users want to pay Rs 13,000 extra for the tablet functionality of the Samsung Galaxy Camera is entirely up to them, and whatever success this camera might or might not achieve, we anticipate a lot of such products hitting the market shortly and with that the prices will drop and choices will improve.

Source : Themobileindian

According to the The Mobile Indian," Nokia is ready to unveil Windows Phone 8 based Lumia 820 and Lumia 920 smartphones in India on October 23".

Nokia had declared Lumia 820 and Lumia 920 in September but so far these are made available for Russia only with pre-order prices in terms of Rupee being Rs 20,000 for Lumia 820 and Rs 43,000 for the other one. The pricing will be the key to the success of Nokia’s new lineup. Samsung Galaxy SIII, which far and away the most powerful and popular phone, is available for Rs 34,000. Hence Nokia will need to price the Lumia 920 at least competitive to that.
Device Specification of Nokia Lumia 920:
• Windows 8 PC operating system
• 4.5-inch ClearBlack IPS LCD panel
• 1280x768 pixel resolution
• Super-sensitive touch
• 9.9 mm thick
• Dual-core 1.5 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 family mobile processor
• 1 GB RAM
• 32 GB on-board storage
• Unibody polycarbonate design
• 8.7 megapixel image sensor
• LED Flash
• Carl Zeiss optical lens
• PureView technology
• 1080p HD resolution at 30 frames per second
• 1.2 megapixel front facing camera
• audio recording
• HD voice clearer calls
• Dolby Earphone
• Pentaband HSPA+">HSPA+ network
• Near Field Communication
• WiFi
• WiFi Direct
• WiFi Channel Bonding
• Bluetooth 3.1
• Qi wireless charging technology
• 3.7v battery with 2000 mAh power
Device Specification of Nokia Lumia 820:
• 4.3-inch Oled touchscreen display
• 480x800 pixel resolution
• ClearBlack technology
• Dual-core 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 mobile processor
• 1 GB RAM
• Windows Phone 8 operating system
• 8 megapixel image sensor
• Carl Zeiss Optics
• Dual LED flash
• Nokia City Lens app
• Accelerometer,
• Proximity sensor
• E-compass
• Ambient light sensor and gyroscopic sensor
• Bluetooth 3.1
• WiFi
• WiFi Hotspot
• NFC support
• A-GPS support
• Glonass networks
• Amplitude mics
• Dolby headphone support
• HD voice
• 1650 mAh battery
• Qi wireless charging support
• 8 hours of talk time over 3G networks

Source : Themobileindian

Xperia Tipo, the cheapest Xperia phone of Sony is now available for pre-order on Flipkart for just Rs 9,499. This makes it also the cheapest Android smartphone of Sony with Android 4.0.
Presently , Indian handset makers support many Android ICS handsets that are available for less than this price but ICS smartphones from established MNC player cost much more than the Xperia Tipo.
Device Specification :
• 800 MHz Qualcomm Scorpion processor
• Adreno 200 graphics processing unit
• 512 MB RAM
• 3.2-inch TFT capacitive touchscreen
• HVGA resolution of 320 x 480 pixels
• Timescape user interface
• 3.2 megapixel camera
• 99.4 grams weight
• 2.5 GB internal memory
• Memory card slot support up to 32 GB
• 1500 mAh Li-Ion battery
• 3G
• WiFi
• GPS
• Bluetooth
• Proximity sensor and gravity sensor
• xLOUD audio filter technology
• Android 4.0 OS
• Dual SIM version

Although Micromax, Karbonn and Spice offer much better specification in this price bracket like a much bigger 5 inch screen, 1 Ghz processor etc but those who are brand conscious will choose the Xperia Tipo which is an attractive option to jump on to Android bandwagon.
The price of Xperia Tipo is Rs 10,299 and it is expected that this will be available within this week.

Source : Themobileindian

The SmartWatch works like a wrist watch but allows users to control their Android smartphones remotely. Sony will launch its SmartWatch, a mobile accessory that displays information like incoming call, massages and can also be used to control music, will be launched by this month. The device, which comes in a wrist watch form factor, will be priced at Rs 6,299, according to Sony India's Facebook page. The Sony SmartWatch has a 1.3 inch OLED display that is used by the watch to notify users about the updates and events with the use of vibration and screen alert. You can get alerts about key events like an incoming call, text, messages and social feeds. Along with that the SmartWatch also allows users to read texts and emails as well as receive Facebook and Twitter updates all while the smartphone lies in the pocket. The Sony SmartWatch connects Android smartphones using Bluetooth giving users the ability to control key functions of the device without removing their smartphones from pocket or bag. With just a tap, touch, and swipe, SmartWatch turns from a watch displaying the time to a remote information center for and Android smartphone. The Sony Smartwatch has had its share of troubles with recent updates that rendered it useless. However, according to Sony that problem has been solved.

Source : Themobileindian