Should you buy Galaxy F23 5G - Key Things To Know

Introduction:

The latest offering from Samsung India is the Galaxy F Series lineup of smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy F23 5G comes with many first-ever features like the Snapdragon 750G SoC, Voice Focus feature, Power Cool Tech, 120Hz Gorilla Glass 5 display, RAM plus, 50-megapixel triple rear camera with 123-degree ultra-wide lens, and many more. However, the big question is with so many 5G Android phones available in the market, should you buy one? Check it out.

Key Specifications: 

Processor: The Samsung Galaxy F23 5G sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset making the Galaxy F23 5G the first-ever Galaxy F Series smartphone to come with a Snapdragon processor. This powerful chipset onboard ups the game by performing enhanced on-device AI functions and HDR gaming.

Voice Focus feature:  This feature is super useful in a noisy environments, such as traffic, crowded markets, train/bus stations, etc. It filters the ambient noise at the caller's end so the receiver can hear loud and clear. This feature also bolsters the decibel level of the receiver’s voice so that the caller can also hear clearly in the noisy environment. This feature will appear once you pick up a voice phone call and you just need to do is tap the icon.

Heat Management: Galaxy F23 5G manages the heat dissipation using Power Cool Tech that keeps the operating temperature well under control especially when you are gaming on your smartphone. 

Display: Galaxy F23 5G comes with an Infinity-U 6.5 inch  FHD+ 120Hz display protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5 making the viewing experience one of the best in its segment. To top it up, the brilliant 120Hz display will let you breeze through any content.  Corning Gorilla Glass 5 comes to the rescue & protects the display to help the screen from being damaged due to an accidental fall.

RAM & Performance: Samsung Galaxy F23 5G offers the RAM Plus feature, wherein a 6GB RAM variant Galaxy F23 5G smartphone can easily expand up to 12GB RAM. The RAM Plus feature uses additional RAM from the internal storage & double the existing RAM, effectively boosting your everyday performance of the smartphone. 

Connectivity & 5G:  Samsung Galaxy F23 5G unveiled the first-ever Auto Data Switching mode that lets you connect on the internet or make & receive phone calls from your secondary SIM DATA when your primary SIM has no network. This feature comes in super handy when you are traveling to remote areas or low signal zones. 

Also read: Samsung Launches Galaxy M11, Galaxy M01 Smartphone: Should you buy it?

Camera: The Galaxy F23 5G sweetens the video & photography enthusiasts with an impressive 50MP triple camera with an 8MP 123-degree ultra-wide lens & a 2MP macro lens. The sensors provide vivid, bright, and rich-looking photos & videos. 

Pricing: Galaxy F23 5G then you can bring home the 4GB+128GB variant at Rs. 14,999 & 6GB+128GB version at Rs.15,999 and is available at both Samsung-eStore & Flipkart. 

Verdict: Should you buy one and our recommendation is a strong yes. Over the years, Samsung has really progressed in the Android 5G space with a lot less clutter in their OS. Also, if you are looking for a Chinese Brand alternative, this phone perfectly fits the bill. 

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Decoding Nokia 43" Smart TV powered by JBL Audio, 4K UHD Display and built-in Chromecast

It’s raining smart TVs in India. Just few days ago, Realme launched it’s most affordable line of smart TV in India and now Nokia has launched smart TV 43-inch model. The new Nokia Smart TV 43-inch which had delayed launched due to COVD19 is made by Flipkart as part of a licensing agreement. In this post we would like to discuss some of its key highlights:

Nokia TV 43 Inch

Key things to know about Nokia Smart TV (43 Inch):

Display: 43-inch 4K UHD (3,840x2,160 pixels) LED flat-screen display with 300 nits brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, 16:9 aspect ratio, and 178-degree viewing angle

Audio: TV offers JBL Audio and Dolby Vision support. It has two speakers on board with 24W output, also provides DTS Trusurround support. 

Mirroring: Sports built-in Chromecast.

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OS: It runs on Android TV 9.0.

Processor: TV powered by the 2GHz CA53 quad-core processor, paired with 2.25GB of RAM and Mali450 quad-core GPU.

Storage: 16 GB.

Apps: Powered by GooglePlay, TV comes with inbuilt apps such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar, and YouTube.

Connectivity: TV offers three HDMI ports, two USB ports, a digital audio output, RF connectivity input, and an analog audio input. It also supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.0. 

Remote:  Comes with Google Assistant support.

Also read: Samsung Launches Galaxy M11, Galaxy M01 Smartphone: Should you buy it?

Other features: TV includes MEMC technology for smooth frame-to-frame transactions.

Pricing: Television is priced at ₹ 31,999 in India and will be available exclusively by Flipkart.

Verdict:

Nokia products are known for their durability. It is a well-established brand. Though from the pricing point, it may complete with Realme & Redmi TV directly. Since the TV comes with bundled offers such as six months of youtube premium, additional discounts on various credit cards with easy EMIs, it will surely sweeten the deal. 

For those who are looking for a Chinese brand alternative, this Finnish TV will not disappoint you at all.

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Samsung Launches Galaxy M11, Galaxy M01 Smartphone: Should you buy it?

Looking for a replacement for Chinese mobile phone brand in India, we have some good news on that front. South Korean Samsung mobiles have just launched latest budget phones viz. Galaxy M11 and Galaxy M01. Let’s quickly decode for you what’s in it’s hood and does it really meet the benchmarks of a budget phone.

Decoding Galaxy M11 vs. Galaxy M01:

Display:
Galaxy M11 comes with a hole-punch display design and features a triple rear camera setup. It sports a 6.4-inch HD+ (720x1560 pixels) Infinity-O Display panel with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio.

Galaxy M01 has a waterdrop-style display and includes dual rear cameras. It features a 5.71-inch HD+ (720x1560 pixels) TFT Infinity-V Display panel with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio.


Processor:
Galaxy M11 is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 SoC, coupled with 3GB and 4GB RAM options.

Galaxy M01 is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SoC, paired with 3GB of RAM.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Series - 10 Things You Didn't Know About

Camera:
Galaxy M11 is loaded with triple rear camera setup that includes a 13-megapixel primary camera sensor with an f/1.8 lens, 5-megapixel ultra-wide-angle shooter, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor with an f/2.4 lens. The phone also has an 8-megapixel selfie camera sensor at the front, along with an f/2.0 lens.

Galaxy M01 on other hand comes with the dual rear camera setup that includes a 13-megapixel primary sensor with an f/2.2 lens and a 2-megapixel secondary sensor with an f/2.4 lens. The phone also has a 5-megapixel selfie camera sensor at the front, along with an f/2.2 lens.


Storage:
Samsung Galaxy M11 has 32GB and 64GB storage options that both are expandable via microSD card (up to 512GB).

Samsung Galaxy M01 has 32GB of onboard storage that is expandable via microSD card (up to 512GB).

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Battery:
Samsung Galaxy M11 packs a 5,000mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging.

Samsung Galaxy M01 packs a 4,000mAh battery that doesn't support fast charging.

Operating System:
Both phones run Android 10 along with One UI and have Dolby Atmos support.


Other features:
Samsung Galaxy M11 offers connectivity options such as 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth v4.2, GPS/ A-GPS, USB Type-C, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The smartphone embeds array of sensors like accelerometer, ambient light sensor, and a proximity sensor. Phone also sports a fingerprint sensor at the back of the device.

Samsung Galaxy M01 on other hand offers connectivity options that include 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS/ A-GPS, FM radio, Micro-USB, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. This smartphone misses on fingerprint sensor.


Pricing:
Samsung Galaxy M11 price in India starts at Rs. 10,999 for the 3GB RAM + 32GB storage variant. The phone also comes in 4GB RAM + 64GB storage option at Rs. 12,999.

Samsung Galaxy M01 price is set at Rs. 8,999 for the single, 3GB RAM + 32GB storage option.


Where to buy:

The Galaxy M11 and Galaxy M01 will be available for purchase in the India via Amazon, Flipkart, Samsung India eStore, and other major e-retailers.

Overall Verdict:

These two new launches from Samsung will definitely catch eyes of Indians who are looking to move away from Chinese branded mobile due to the current sentiments. The phone are competitively priced and Samsung surely scores a point over customer services and durability of their products. If you are looking for a modestly priced phone below Rs. 15000, we give these phones a thumbs-up.

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Redmi Earbuds S - 10 Key Things To Know

Xiaomi India has finally introduced much awaited the Redmi Earbuds S in India. Priced competitively at Rs. 1,799, the Earbuds S are surely an inexpensive pair of true wireless earphones which may appeal & will be accessible to the masses. 

Let us share 10 interesting things about Redmi Earbuds S:

1. It features Bluetooth 5.0 for better connectivity.
2. Redmi Earbuds S go on sale for the first time on May 27, and will be available to buy via Amazon India, Mi.com, Mi Home stores, and Mi Studio outlets
3. This is an Indian version of the Redmi AirDots S that were launched in China back in April.
4. With no strings attached, Earbuds offer the basics of true wireless stereo sound.
5. Buds sports a total of three pairs of silicone ear tips for a customisable fit.
6. Redmi Earbuds S use 7.2mm drivers, and are IPX4-rated for water resistance.
7. Buds weigh just 4.1g each, making these among the lightest true wireless earphones available in Indian markets today.
8. The Redmi Earbuds S leverages the SBC codec, and also support a low-latency mode which is useful when gaming on a smartphone.
9. The Earbuds provide four hours per charge ; when complemented with the additional charges provided by the charging case, up to 12 hours of use can be expected.Earbuds are currently available in a black color only.
10. It features Bluetooth 5.0 for better connectivity. 
    

      Overall Verdict:

Aggressive product from Mi which is going to compete directly with likes of RealMe (Buds Air Neo), Noise, Boat, and others but at this competitive pricing, MI Air Buds S might just take a lead.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Series - 10 Things You Didn't Know About

Much anticipated Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series cellphone could sport a 16GB RAM and may become standard variant for both Galaxy Note 20 and the Note 20+. Samsung is believed to have kicked off mass production of the 16GB RAM earlier this year. Let’s share the top 10 key highlights of Note 20.

Key Highlights:

1. Galaxy Note 20 series will showcase QHD display with 120Hz refresh-rate supporting screen, with the variable refresh rate leading to less drainage of battery.

2. Note 20 series could be offered with Exynos or Snapdragon 865 chipset contingent to the market where it will be launched.

3. Even though Exynos processors have struggled to compete with likes of Snapdragon however new Exynos 992 will likely fill the gap in performance.

4. The new Exynos processor will be based on the 6nm architecture, that will be significantly more efficient than the 7nm architecture used on the Samsung Exynos 990 chipset.

5. Samsung Galaxy Note 20 may feature a 4,000mAh battery, something which is not a major push.

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6. Note 20 could feature new set of cameras at the back, but no details have been shared as of now. 

7. New fingerprint sensing tech will be introduced i.e. Qualcomm’s second-gen 3D Sonic Max fingerprint reader which can read two fingerprints at the same time.

8. Expect a 6.42-inch display on the Galaxy Note 20 and a 6.87-inch screen on the Note 20 Plus.

9. On the resolution front, the Galaxy Note 20 is tipped to have a 2345 x 1084 AMOLED screen, while the Note 20 Plus will pack 3096 x 1444 pixels.

10. The price for this phone may be in north of $1000.

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COVID19 Special: Top 5 Best Antivirus Providers of 2020

COVID19 has resulted in unprecedented challenges around the world especially with many countries implementing restrictions on movements & lockdown. Many employees, especially in IT/ITES sectors are suddenly activating BCP modes and are working from home indefinitely. Those who are self-employed and are heavily dependent on internet for their businesses are wondering how they can safeguard their system. The cybercrime in these pandemics has gone up several folds. Ensuring your devices are equipped with a trusted Antivirus is more critical than ever in 2020. Whether be it personal data security, or many viruses/trojans affecting thousands of users worldwide, it’s inevitable that you must choose the right antivirus for your system. Nothing to panic, our tips and recommendation will ensure you have the right AV to safeguard your devices.

Rank 1: TotalAV

       

•  Rated #1 Antivirus Provider 2020
•  Removes Viruses, Adware & Malware
•  Includes Safe-Browsing Tools
•  Simple-to-use Application

 

Ratings> Security: 4/5 Features: 5/5 Price: FREE

Rank 2: McAfee

• One of the most trusted around
• Includes advanced anti-spam technology
• 39-Time award winning product
• Includes internet security

Rating> Security: 3/5 Features: 5/5 Price: Rs 1,499

Rank 3: Norton by Symantec

 

• Multi-Level plans available
• Well-Known antivirus has sold millions
• Triple layer ransomware encryption
• Family browsing safety tools included

Rating> Security: 3/5 Features: 4/5 Price: Rs. 899 onwards

Rank 4: PCProtect

• Complete protection suite included in plans
• Excellent price for all features
• Includes the smartphone & tablet protection
• Trusted virus blocking technology

Rating> Security: 4/5 Features: 3/5 Price: FREE

Rank 5: Kaspersky

• More than 20 Years experience
• Superior 24/7 customer support
• Trustworthy & reputed
• Apt for home users

Rating> Security: 4/5 Features: 3/5 Price: Rs. 899 onwards 

There is a lot to choose from, however we feel these antivirus options are amongst top 5. If you have other recommendations or suggestions, drop us a quick note. 

Stay safe, fit & secured! 

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iPhone XS vs. Note 9: Which $1,000 phone should you buy

The new iPhone of 2018 is out. And with it’s launch, the comparison to other maker especially with Samsung is out in open. This happens each year and users always want to know who takes the crown this year. For many of us a $1,000 phone may not be as flabbergasting when iPhone first broke the barrier with 2017's iPhone X. But one would wonder, if it is worth spending so much of money when all you need phone in 80% of cases to make calls (voice/video), take picture and surf internet & associated apps. The newly announced iPhone XS and Galaxy Note 9 both start at niche price range but do these phones have to justify the $1,000 price tag? Let’s spill some beans around it.

Key Things To Know About iPhone XS vs Samsung Note 9

a) Display: Note 9 has the larger OLED screen is a clear winner. The iPhone XS and even larger iPhone XS Max are Apple's second and third phones sports OLED display (the iPhone XR still uses an LCD screen). OLED technology known for delivering vibrant contrast and color, which gives phones using the display some premium cache. Note 9’s offers larger curved 6.4-inch display rather than the iPhone XS' 5.8-inch screen. 

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b) Camera: Surprisingly iPhone XS camera look the same as the iPhone X on paper, but Apple says it's enhanced the phone's dual 12-megapixel setup with software smarts that can automatically fix red-eye and pump up shadows and detail for improved HDR that Apple calls Smart HDR. In addition to that Apple has also supplemented more portrait lighting effects to the iPhone XS, and thus portrait selfies gives a greater depth. In addition a new slider adjustment that lets you edit the amount of blur you put on a Bokeh selfie after it's taken, a similar feature which Samsung already had for the last two years.

While Note 9's comes with a dual 12-megapixel camera setup and has an automatic scene recognition tool that utilizes AI to automatically select the "best" settings for your photos. The main camera's dual-aperture lens automatically changes to bring you better, brighter low-light shots, but the nature of the technology means that if subjects move, the picture may blur.

Hence camera wise, iPhone still leads the way. 

In terms of video shooting, the Note 9 is loaded with super-slow motion video as well as slow motion (the latter is higher quality), while the iPhone XS has slow-motion video only -- this is a minor feature for most.

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c) Hardware & Built: Apple's new A12 Bionic chip offers stiff competition to the Galaxy Note 9's Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor. The chipset is the phone's powerhouse and is made up of range of processors -- including the CPU, GPU for graphics and coprocessors such as the image signal processor for photography thus everything from loading apps and running daily tasks, to photo processing and power efficiency is handled with such an ease. 

Apple promises apps will load up to 30 percent faster than they did on the iPhone X and that the entire phone will be 15 percent faster. Thus the iPhone is going to be more battery efficient and AR capabilities are top notch. Apple's new A12 chip uses a 7-nanometer manufacturing process, which helps in reducing space inside the phone to make place for a larger battery. 

On other hand, the Snapdragon 845 processor performed extremely well since this chip is also made with the same 7nm process, and will also be ready to support 5G data connection speeds, something that Apple never mentioned in its presentation. We still feel, iPhone with its hardware offers better package in performance. 

d) Battery: Note 9 is clear winner here.  Apple doesn't share battery capacity figures like the rest of the industry instead states that iPhone XS is expected to last 30 minutes per day longer than the iPhone X  i.e. about 11.5 hours, a work day. The Galaxy Note 9, meanwhile, run over 19 hours on a single charge with it’s 4,000mAh battery with so much ease. 

e) Storage: Note 9 offer mores storage for the price. For $1,000, you get 64GB of iPhone XS storage and 128GB of storage on the Galaxy Note 9. That's double the space for photos and videos on Samsung's phone. 

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f) OS & Security updates, aka Android versus iOS 12: iPhones have always beaten Android in security updates and software upgrades in general. Apple updates all it phones at the same time. For example, iPhones receive their iOS 12 upgrade on Sept. 17. Google  makes its software available for new phones or its nexus series only. The Note 9 shipped with Android 8.1 Oreo and its upgrade to Android Pie may take a while. 

General Observation & Verdict:

The tussle between loyalists of iPhone and Note devices is always on. Since iPhone comes with a brand value it is still perceived as rich man’s phone where as Android is perceived for masses. Most of the corporates & firms prefers iOS ecosystem over Android (after Blackberry disappeared). So Android still has to catch-up. At the end, its your pocket & utility what should determine a choice. 

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