Xiaomi Launched Redmi 5A in India

Xiaomi Launched Redmi 5A in India

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Xiaomi finally launched Mi 5A best buget smartphone in India. Redmi 5A is the the successor of Redmi 4A. Redmi 5A launched in two variants, one is 2GB RAM and 16GB storage,  and second is 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. The Redmi 5A priced at Rs 4,999 for the 2GB RAM and 32GB storage variant and Rs 6,999 for the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage variant. From December 7 Redmi 5A sale go on Flipkart and Mi Store. The Redmi 5A is "Made In India" phone, known as "Desh Ka Smartphone".

Specifications of Redmi 5A

As we discuss, the phone launched in two variants. Redmi 5A sports a 5-inch 720p HD display. It is powered by a quad–core Snapdragon 425 processor coupled with either 2/3GB RAM and 16/32GB of storage. Redmi 5A is based on Android 7.1 Nougat, and comes with MIUI 9 skin. It supports microSD card slot for storage extension. Redmi 5A comes with 13MP rear facing camera with LED flash and 5-megapixel selfie shooter. The 3000mAh battery is low as compared to Redmi 4, but it is enough for many of users.

Redmi 5A and Redmi 4A, both phones feature almost identical specifications and design. Xiaomi Redmi 5A has a metallic matte finish, and will be available in three colours: Dark grey, Gold and Rose gold. The price is almost same of both devices. But we have to consider, the Redmi 5A is available for Rs 4999 for first 5 million devices.

Xiaomi Launched Redmi 5A in India

Xiaomi Launched Redmi 5A in India

Image © by Xiaomi

Xiaomi finally launched Mi 5A best buget smartphone in India. Redmi 5A is the the successor of Redmi 4A. Redmi 5A launched in two variants, one is 2GB RAM and 16GB storage,  and second is 3GB RAM and 32GB storage. The Redmi 5A priced at Rs 4,999 for the 2GB RAM and 32GB storage variant and Rs 6,999 for the 3GB RAM and 32GB storage variant. From December 7 Redmi 5A sale go on Flipkart and Mi Store. The Redmi 5A is "Made In India" phone, known as "Desh Ka Smartphone".

Specifications of Redmi 5A

As we discuss, the phone launched in two variants. Redmi 5A sports a 5-inch 720p HD display. It is powered by a quad–core Snapdragon 425 processor coupled with either 2/3GB RAM and 16/32GB of storage. Redmi 5A is based on Android 7.1 Nougat, and comes with MIUI 9 skin. It supports microSD card slot for storage extension. Redmi 5A comes with 13MP rear facing camera with LED flash and 5-megapixel selfie shooter. The 3000mAh battery is low as compared to Redmi 4, but it is enough for many of users.

Redmi 5A and Redmi 4A, both phones feature almost identical specifications and design. Xiaomi Redmi 5A has a metallic matte finish, and will be available in three colours: Dark grey, Gold and Rose gold. The price is almost same of both devices. But we have to consider, the Redmi 5A is available for Rs 4999 for first 5 million devices.

Xiaomi MIUI9 Is Last Update For These Phones

Xiaomi suspending MIUI updates for six of its popular devices. The Mi 2/Mi2S, Mi 4i, Redmi Note 4G, Redmi 2, Redmi 2 Prime, and the Mi Note are not getting update, the MIUI9 is last update for these smartphones. Xiaomi confirms that the above old devices would not receive any closed beta and public beta versions. Therefore, the MIUI Global Beta ROM 7.11 has emerged as the last beta version for all those devices.

Xiaomi started rolling out MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM for the Redmi Note 4, Mi Max 2, and Mi Mix 2 earlier this month. The other devices will receive the latest MIUI9 update in coming months. With some new features MIUI9 is introduced such as split screen, enhanced notification UI, animated icons, and smart photo editing and more.

In the blog post, Xiaomi wrote, “To ensure the best performance of MIUI, we have to make a tough decision of suspending the update of 6 devices after a long-time discussion and evaluation about the release time of devices, active users, hardware performance, etc.” The final MIUI 9 Global stable ROM is concerned, it will be gradually release from December 2017 to January 2018 for the six phones mentioned in the list.

Xiaomi started rolled out MIUI 9 for Redmi Note 4, Mi Max 2 in India. The full list of compatible devices from 2017 which will get MIUI 9 which are Mi Mix 2, Mi Note 3, Mi 6, Mi Max 2, Redmi Note 4, Redmi Note 4X, Redmi Note 5A, Redmi 4, Redmi 4X, Redmi Y1, Redmi Y1s.

Best Phones Under Rs. 10,000

1. Xiaomi Redmi 4

Xiaomi Redmi 4 is best smartphone under 10k. It is best budget phone with some good specs. The phone has really good battery life and a sleek and compact design. With 3GB RAM and 32GB Storage at the price point 9k, its pretty good deal. Xiaomi Redmi 4 features a 5-inch HD (720x1280) IPS display with 2.5D curved-edge glass. Redmi 4 comes with 13-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0 aperture, PDAF, and an LED flash and 5-megapixel front camera with f/2.2 aperture.  The camera performance is average, not so good but still its great device when we consider performance in multitasking and gaming. Considering, supported hybrid sim slots, it means rather you can use two sim cards or one sim card and one memory card. The device has metal body construction and it feels good to hold. But consider, the storage has been little bit issue for some users because it dose not support microSD card slot. There are three variants of the Redmi 4: one with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of storage; one with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage; and finally 4GB of RAM with 64GB of storage. Our review unit had 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage.

2. Xiaomi Redmi Y1 

Xiaomi's first selfi-centric phone Redmi Y1 announced at RS. 9000 at online store. Xiaomi Redmi Y1 is another smartphone from Xiaomi which comes under 10k category. The phone offers you large 5.5 inch display with plastic body. It feels big than the Redmi 4 because of the 5.5 inch display. Redmi Y1 offers Snapdragon 435 SoC, octa-core processor clocked at 1.4GHz.  Redmi Y1 has two variants, one with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, and the other with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Redmi Y1 still get the option to expand storage by up to 128GB using the dedicated microSD card slot. The 5.5 inch HD 720x1280 resolution display with 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass for protection, feels good. The highlights of the Y1 are its 16-megapixel front-facing camera and diffused selfie flash. The primary camera on the rear has a 13-megapixel sensor with PDAF and a f/2.2 aperture.

3.Lenovo K6 Power 

Lenovo K6 Power is another smartphone from Lenovo priced 10k with some decent specs. The metal body construction is looks similar as Xiaomi Redmi 3S with small difference is camera placement and antenna bands. Lenovo branding can be seen on the lower back, along with dual speaker grilles. Lenovo comes with 5 inch display. Lenovo K6 Power is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor clocked at 1.4GHz. The device is coupled with 3GB of RAMand 32GB of inbuilt storage and supports expansion using a microSD card (up to 128GB). Lenovo K6 Power uses a hybrid SIM slot which means users have to chose either two SIMs or one SIM with a microSD card.

4. Yu Yureka Black 

Yu Televentures is a subsidiary of Micromax which introduce Yu Yureka Black smartphone which cames in 10k category list. Yureka Black might be a successor of original Yureka smartphone. Micromax introduces Yureka Black with new design aspects such as metal unibody with a glossy finish, it feels premium in hand. The Yureka Black has two versions, Chrome Black and Matte Black. Yu Yureka Black features a 5-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) IPS display with 2.5D curved-edge with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The phone itself powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor clocked at 1.4GHz. Yureka Black comes with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage capacity. It also supports expansion via a microSD card (up to 64GB).  The phone comes has a hybrid dual-SIM design. Yu Yureka Black supports a 13-megapixel rear camera with a Sony IMX258 sensor, PDAF, and a dual-LED flash and 8-megapixel front camera with its own LED flash. The 3000mAh battery capacity is fare enough for all working day with some light uses.

5. Coolpad Note 3S

Coolpad introduces new Coolpad Note 3S from its Note lineup. This device priced around approx. Rs. 8400. The phone comes with a 5.50-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 720*1080 pixels. The Coolpad Note 3S is powered by 1.3GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 415 MSM8929 processor. In the memory department,  it comes with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 32GB via a microSD card. The Coolpad Note 3S is a dual SIM smartphone that accepts Nano-SIM in both of SIM slots. The device powered by a 2500mAh non removable battery. Coolpad Note 3S packs a 13-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 5-megapixel front shooter for selfies. In the 8.4K, it is pretty good deal.

Vivo V7 Plus Launched in India

Vivo launched the Vivo V7 Plus smartphone in India. It is a successor of Vivo V5 Plus.  It is the first smartphone which feature an 18:9 ratio Full View display from the company. The company has given the secondary front camera in favour of a single one with a higher resolution. Vivo V7 Plus is a pretty good deal under its price tag.

Specification of Vivo V7 Plus

Vivo V7 Plus is powered by Octa core, 1.8 GHz, Qualcomm's 400 series, the Snapdragon 450, which uses eight ARM  Cortex A53 processor and Qualcomm’s own Adreno 506 GPU paired with 4 GB of RAM. Performance is much better for multitasking and gaming. The Vivo V7 Plus mobile features a 5.9" (14.99 cm) display with a screen resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels. The display feature an 18:9 ratio Full View display. It  runs on Android v7.1 (Nougat) operating system.

On board storage is at 64 GB with the option to expand the memory by Yes Up to 256 GB. There are only few devices now a days which gives you a option of expandable storage. Other specifications include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-OTG, and FM radio. Vivo V7 Plus came with a 3,225mAh battery. It also supports dual SIM dual standby. V7 will also feature a rear-facing fingerprint sensor and coming with 24MP front and 16MP rear facing camera.

Design and Build Quality

The Vivo V7 Plus comes with good looks, thanks to the 18:9 ratio display. The phone is built well and is slim and light. With a depth of just 7.7mm, it’s comfortable enough to carry around in your pocket and the ergonomics are good so it’s easy to grip. The 5.9" (14.99 cm) display not feels too big to hold.

Vivo V7 Plus comes with pretty decent price point. It priced around Rs. 21,990(approx. $295-$330) which is interesting, because only a few good options worth considering at this price range.

OnePlus 5T Launched - Specs, Design and much more

OnePlus was launched its flagship phone OnePlus 5T on Thursday at a glitzy event. The OnePlus 5 launched just 5 months ago. The OnePlus 5 is the best smartphone of 2017. Now Company launched OnePlus 5T successor of OnePlus 5. The new OnePlus 5T has pretty much the same innards as its predecessor, and now comes in the same configurations with minor upgrades. The price remains same as OnePlus 5. Now lets see what company has changed in OnePlus 5T.

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What's in the OnePlus 5T?

The biggest difference on the design front is the screen. The OnePlus 5T has been upgraded with a bigger 6-inch screen with full HD AMOLED display of 2,160 x 1,080 resolutions and an aspect ratio of 18:9 with a 401ppi pixel density. Now a days the 18:9 aspect ratio is much common on flagship phones. The display follows the trend of iPhone X, Google Pixel 2 XL, Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG V30. Extended screen makes some sensor disappear from the front, such as the fingerprint sensor. Now the fingerprint sensor at the back below the camera which is really handy for most of the users. But some of the user prefers for front fingerprint sensor. The 5T comes with USB-C type support.

The device packs with Android Nougat v7.1.1 powered by an Octa-core 2.45 GHz processor and 6/8GB of RAM space with 64/128GB of internal storage respectively. It packs with 3,300mAh battery which really seems little bit low now a days. The dual camera setup on the back of the phone. The first lens is the same 16MP sensor from the OnePlus 5, but the secondary telephoto lens has been replaced with a 20MP f/1.7 sensor that uses groups of four pixels to capture more light for better performance in the dark. The new in the camera is quick shot. This feature makes 5T to open the camera quickly and snap the picture. This feature is present in the many phones but OnePlus says this is new 5T feature. This feature is not new for many users but its still helpful for many of those users who wants to capture the moment which they wants.

It had Premium metal unibody design. This looks like exactly same as previous OnePlus 5. The headphone jack, speaker grill, and USB Type-C port are all in the same place. The body feels same but the biggest update here is the screen. The not noticeable change is the camera grill, the bumps-up the camera slightly larger. Many of the user don't notice this small change. Although it packs the great camera on 5T. The 6/64 GB model will cost $499, while the 8/128GB model will cost $559. This is  $20 more than the price of the OnePlus 5.

Xiaomi's New MIUI9 Features

The Chinese manufacturer highlighted the new features at an event in India earlier this month, stating that the stable build will be rolling out initially to the Redmi Note 4, Mi Mix 2, and Mi Max 2. The Xiaomi has already revealed that the MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM over-the-air (OTA) update will be restricted to only a above devices and will see a steady rollout.

Now the company has confirmed that the MIUI 9 Global Stable ROM will be available by end of this month to Xiaomi devices.

What's New In MIUI9?

Interactive & Fresh UI Changes

Xiaomi makes MIUI9 more reliable with new interface changes. Xiaomi addresses some important issues such as the notifications and app launch speeds. Xiaomi highlighted these features to show that it has addressed these issues after user feedback. 

MIUI places Android world by providing the value for its apps and introducing new designs. MIUI offers smart but subtle changes in UI which makes its ecosystem more stronger than previous versions. 

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MIUI makes change in Security App, with all new icons and design language to go along with MIUI 9. All new Explorer app, which has newly structured arrangement to quickly gives you everything that matters to you most. The MI App Store gives you the updates faster and updated categories list gives you better recommendations of Apps than previous. Also the MI introduces new UI changes in Theme App, Email, Installed Apps, MI Drop, Wallpaper Carousel, MI Browser App an Mi Video App. You can know more about UI changes here.

New Notification Shade

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The all new Notification panel, the user can now see more information such as images, text, or even the profile photos of your contact. You can even interact with the app without leaving the app you're currently using. Whenever an app sends multiple notifications, MIUI 9 will group them together to save the precious space in the Notification shade. If you want to find a specific notification, a simple tap will unfold the group. Uer can now reply to their messages from the notification. The quick reply is also works with popular messenger Apps such as WhatsApp and Messenger.

The Notification Filter is pretty impressive feature introduced in MIUI9. User can differentiate Important and Unimportant notifications easily with all new Notification filter. You can know more about Notification Filter here.

New Home Screen Customization

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MIUI9 comes with more better visual conversation between Android System and End-User. Changing wallpaper gets more easier with sorted categories. MIUI 9 also lists out all widgets at one place, accessible directly from the home screen, with a preview more or less like stock android.

Enhanced Video Playback Options

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MI Video App is lightning fast with some couple of feature. The Update gives a search option which is very helpful to search any video by its file name and on the top-right corner, you can see a clock icon which shows a history of the recently played videos.You can know more about App here.

Gallery App With Editing Options

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MI Gallery App is lightning fast with some quality features. Now App comes with 4 different subject based Post Beautify effect - Auto, Food, Landscape & Portrait. New 7 different crop options with image rotation and mirror effect. 12 new categories of sticker pack - Barbershop, Masks, Accessories, Bad hair day, Cutie, Words, Comics, Boom, My life, Funny girl, Spring, Summer. New 5 different doodle options, 7 different styles of text boxes, Regular adjustments of Brightness, Sharpness, Contrast, Saturation, Vignette and much more.

Split Screen Feature

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Split Screen is not new for stock android and samsung users. Samsung introduces Split Screen feature couple of years ago, and its globally introduces in Android Nougat Update. Now Xiaomi also included this feature in their smartphones with MIUI9. 

The Split Screen can visually display two app windows simultaneously. Now user can use two apps simultaneously on Xiaomi phones. Its not confirm that all Xiaomi models had this feature. As update goes on devices, then we will understand which devices support split screen mode.

Optimizations Faster App Load Times

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As Xiaomi said MIUI 9 is designed inside out with more focus on speed, making it truly hold the slogan #LightningFast. Xiaomi implemented several under-the-hood fixes to improve apps load on MIUI 9, which includes better background memory management, dynamic resource allocation, and more. The result is that MIUI 9 feels considerably faster than previous versions, and in latency tests Xiaomi found that the user interface is close to pure Android when it comes to loading apps.