Sunday, 8 February 2015

10 BEST ANDROID PHONES UNDER 10000 RS (FEBRUARY 2015 )

Buying a new phone around 10,000 Rs? Then it is such a challenging task as there are many good phones under 10000 Rs. This is the most competitive price range as the most selling devices in the world are from this range and not the flagship models. And the number of good phones in this range make everybody confused and helpless. Don’t worry though, I am always here to help you out. I have written the latest list of – 10 Best Android Phones under 10000 Rs for the month of February. Read it and compare the phones and choose the best one for you.

If you want to buy a phone below 7000 Rs. Read: 5 Best Android Phones under 7000 Rs (February 2015)

Every month hundreds of readers of this blog comment and ask me which phone they should choose among the crowded market. Which has enabled me to better understand the requirements and view-point of the buyers. So I am trying to make this list even easier for you by giving you appropriate information. You are always welcome to ask your queries.
From the last one year I was writing the list of Best phones under 10000 Rs but that contained only 5 phones. But now as the competition has grown and there are number of new launches, there are so many good phones in this range which are hard to overlook while buying a new phone. So, to help you better understand the current good phones in the market and to give you a clear idea about these phone’s worth I have written the ranking including 10 phones.

So, let’s take a look at the Best Phone Under 10000 Rs:

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1. Micromax Yu Yureka:
Rewind your thoughts to a year earlier and think of which was the best phone to buy under 10,000 Rs then. If you can recall it correctly you will find out that it was the Samsung Galaxy S Duos 2 (If you find it difficult to rewind, just take a look at our post from January 2014 here). Now come back to present and see what we have at just Rs. 9,000 – The Micromax Yu Yureka!!! This phone has completely revolutionized the 10,000 Rs segment. A year earlier you wouldn’t have got the phone with this specs and quality even at 25,000 Rs. So, let’s take a look at the phone. It is powered by a 64-bit Octa Core Qualcomm Snapdragon Processor which is immensely powerful and currently you get this processor only in the phones which are priced above 20,000 Rs. It has got 2 GB RAM, which makes sure the phone runs pretty smoothly. It runs on the CyanogenMod 11, which gives you tons of extra features & capabilities. It has got a pretty large 5.5 inches screen which is even protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The screen has 720 x 1280 pixels resolution which gives 267 ppi pixel density which is decent at this price. Another important thing is that it has got pretty good cameras with the 13 MP rear and 5 MP front camera. It is good on storage also, it comes with 16 GB internal memory (12.5 GB user accessible) which can be expanded upto 32 GB. With the 2500 mAH Li-ion Battery the phone is good on battery too. Overall, it is undoubtedly the best phone to buy under 10,000 Rs and yes it’s Micromax but the phone is good in quality.
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2. Asus Zenfone 5:

The Micromax Yu Yureka is the best but for those who find it very large, this is the perfect phone for this price range. In July 2014, Asus launched the new Zenfone series of phones. And at this price segment we have got the Asus Zenfone 5. It has got the 1.6 GHz Intel dual core processor with 2 GB RAM which delivers exceptional performance and good multi-tasking. The 5 inches HD screen and the display is very good, it has also got the Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. One more thing I loved about the phone is, it has increased display sensitivity so you can use the phone even while wearing gloves, this is great for winter season. The phone’s design is sleek and beautiful. It has got good camera and it runs on the Android Kitkat. This phone comes with two storage option 8 GB and 16 GB while both come with the expandable storage. Okay, now one thing I felt could have been better is the phone’s UI, it runs on Asus’s own ZenUI which is good but it can be made even more good-looking. Overall this phone has got most of the things right and gives a balanced user experience at this price. Asus has also launched a new version of this phone with reduced CPU speed @ just Rs. 7,999
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3. Xiaomi Redmi Note:

This is the 3rd launch of Xiaomi in the Indian Smartphone market and it is yet again a promising Xiaomi smartphone (A legal ban on Xiaomi in India has forced to stop the sale of the Octa Core version of Redmi Note but the 4G Variant of this phone is still available, so here we are considering the Redmi Note 4G). It runs on the Quad Core 1.6 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 Processor and 2 GB of RAM which delivers pretty good and fast performance. It sports a big 5.5 inches screen with 720 x 1280 pixels resolution and 267 ppi pixel density, well it’s not great but its good for 10000 Rs. It has got big numbers for the cameras. It features a 13 MP rear camera and 5 MP front camera, the camera quality is decent for the price. The 3100 mAh gives enough juice to the phone. The phone weighs 199 grams and is little on the heavier side but it packs big screen and big battery so its justified. Overall, it offers pretty balanced equations with good performance and decent build quality.
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4. HTC Desire 526G Plus:

In a series of new comeback launches from HTC, the recently launched Desire 526G looks like another promising phone. It wins you in the first impression with its beautiful design which is quite similar to the early generation HTC smartphones. But the specifications of the phone are even better. It sports an Octa-core 1.7 GHz Processor with 1 GB of RAM which makes the phone very smooth and lag-free. It has a 4.7 inches screen with a screen resolution of 540 x 960 pixels turning out 234 ppi pixel density. Well this is not amongst the best but if you are buying among HTC, Sony, Samsung in this range you have to satisfy with it only. The phone has good 8 MP rear camera and 2MP front camera and an LED flash at the back. It supports dual sim, has 8 GB internal storage which can be expanded upto 32 GB and has decent battery life with the 2000 mAh battery. Overall, it is a very good choice in this range, specially if you want one from a reputed international brand.
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5. Lenovo S850:

After its launch a few months back, the Lenovo S850 has seen a price drop and its now available around 10,ooo Rs. and it has now become one of the best camera phones in this range. It sports a 13 MP rear camera which is excellent. It produces good images with good colours and details. It also has a 5 MP front camera for selfie lovers and its quality is also good. The design of the phone is very beautiful and it actually feels good in hands. It runs on the Quad-core 1.3 GHz Mediatek MT6582 Processor and has 1 GB RAM. The performance is good and lag-free. It has a 5.0 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels HD screen which is good and bright. It supports dual sim and the battery life of the phone is acceptable. One thing to take care of is, it has 16 GB internal storage but it cannot be expanded as it doesn’t has the microSD slot. Overall, if you are okay with 16 GB space, this phone is very good in camera and design.
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6. Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Duos:

Well, after much of the delay Samsung is back with a worthy phone in the 10,000 Rs segment. So much said about the top 4 phones, there is always a room for a best brand like Samsung. It runs on a decent Quad-core 1.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 Processor and 1 GB RAM which makes the performance of the phone good. It has a 4.5 inches screen with low screen resolution of 480 x 800 pixels turning out 207 ppi pixel density. It runs on Android 4.4 Kitkat out of the box and supports dual sim. It has decent 5 MP rear camera and 2 MP front camera. The storage and battery life is decent. It doesn’t offer anything to boast of but, it offers excellent service, good quality and a pretty good user experience, which makes it a good buy if you have normal usage like calling, messaging and internet browsing. It is also the best choice if you want a phone for your parents.
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7. Sony Xperia E3:

The Sony Xperia E3 after its launch in September was priced at 12,000 Rs. but now its price has started falling and its available under 11,000 Rs. The Sony Xperia E3 sports a 4.5 inches screen, 1.2 GHz Quad-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, 1 GB RAM, 5 MP Camera, 4 GB internal memory and 2330 mAh battery, it runs on the Android 4,4 Kitkat. The screen is protected by the Shatter proof glass and for connectivity the phone also has NFC. The specialty of the phone is as usual the amazing design and build quality of the Sony phones. Sony Xperia E3 looks super sexy and it has stylish buttons and overall it feels pretty good in hands! Overall, the phone has good performance and good build quality and though it is priced a little above 10,000 Rs, it can be a good choice for anyone looking for a good phone around 10,000 Rs. among the reputed international brands.
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8. Micromax A190 Canvas HD Plus:

Micromax after Samsung is the second largest mobile phone seller in India and if you are carrying the impression that the Micromax phones are sub-standard with cheap quality then you haven’t got it right. The recent phones from Micromax have seen a lot of software and hardware improvements and now you can see their build and design at the level of the international brands. So much said about Micromax, now let’s come to this phone. The Canvas HD Plus has got some interesting specifications, much to notice is its Hexa-Core processor which is clocked at 1.5 GHz. The phone features a 5 inch screen, 720 x 1280 pixels HD Resolution, 1 GB RAM, 8 MP Rear and 2 MP Front Camera with LED flash, 8 GB internal storage, Android Kitkat and 2000 mAh battery. Plus it has got a beautiful design and looks and feels good. Overall, it has got good specs and decent performance and can be a good proposition to buy at 10,000 Rs.

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9. Karbonn Titanium Octane Plus :

This phone was launched at 18,000 Rs. to challenge the Micromax Canvas Knight and since then it has seen tremendous price cuts and it costs under 10,000 Rs. So now, the Karbonn Titanium Octane Plus becomes a pretty good choice. The phone has very attractive top of the line specifications on paper but be prepared to get a little less than what the specs promise to deliver. Anyways, at this price point, it can be good choice if you are looking for a phone with good, premium design and high performance. Note that it is not available in other stores as it is launched exclusively on Snapdeal, but not to worry they are delivering phones in good condition and offering good services.
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10. Xolo Hive 8X-1000:

This is another very good launch from Xolo. The specialty of this phone is that it is beautiful from outside as well as inside, it runs on top of the Xolo’s customized Android UI which is the Xolo Hive UI. The Hive UI is quite impressive, it has nice designs and good features. It runs on top of Android v4.4.2 (KitKat). Also, the phone has got some powerful hardware. It is powered by Octa-core 1.4 GHz Mediatek MT6592M Processor and 2 GB RAM, this makes the performance of phone very good. You can also enjoy high-end games on this device. The phone sports a 5.0 inches screen with IPS LCD display which has a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. The screen is also protected with the Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The phone has a 8 MP Rear Camera and a 2 MP Front Camera. It has internal storage of 16 GB which can be expanded upto 32 GB. Overall, the phone comes with nice features and can be a good buying choice.
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Thursday, 5 February 2015

Reacts On AIB Knockout | Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone, Karan Johar, Alia Bhatt & Sonakshi Sinha


“I may not agree with you, but I will defend to death my right to get offended. How dare you? Baahar mil.” – Desi Voltaire
Dear everyone,
Let’s just all take a deep breath. They’re just jokes. Unfunny, crass or whatever you want to call them, they’re still just jokes. The AIB Knockout video has been taken down. While we’d love to claim that it’s because so many people watched it that it broke YouTube, the truth’s a little sadder.
First things first; no one person or force forced us to take this video down. This is not something that’s happened because of a 3 am phonecall or a morcha at our front door or a gunman on a grassy knoll. Under the circumstances, this is us being pragmatic. Allow us to explain.
People who’ve been following our work will know that we’ve always tried to experiment with content be it on Youtube or a live comedy show, with the sole intent of making people laugh and/or think. AIB Knockout was another such attempt to try something new and bring the roast format to a country where celebrities aren’t often known to laugh at themselves. To our pleasant surprise, we managed to bring together consenting adults who were willing to be made fun of by other consenting adults in a crowd full of (wait for it) consenting adults. And if we’re honest, it was a phenomenally entertaining evening. Were the jokes repetitive? Crass? It didn’t matter because they happened in the spirit of irony and good humour. It was just liberating to be able to say those things, things that people have thought in one form or another privately for years. A lot of the laughter that night came from that spirit (there’s your answer, people who wondered why everyone was laughing at terrible jokes).
The video came with a clear disclaimer with several age and content warnings. No one was forced to watch it, we didn’t buy airtime on every single TV channel on Earth to broadcast it. YouTube videos do not magically auto-play in front of you. And yet the videos got over 8 million views. Far more importantly, on the video page, the people who liked them outnumbered the people who disliked them by ten times to one. Yes, ten times.
The format was the same as any international roast i.e. insult comedy, delivered in the form of one-liners designed to be as rude as possible. It is performed with the understanding that none of the material is to be taken seriously—none of the performers actually mean the “offensive” things they say to each other on the night. We clarify this simply to provide context.
With the Knockout, in our own juvenile, idiotic way, we wanted to push the envelope of comedy in this country. But then the envelope pushed back. Things got to a point where people who have supported us, people who work hard to make what we do come to life, were put in a position where things could get deeply unpleasant for them. And that’s a problem. We can live with abuse, hate, anger, fury, rage, ignorance, bigotry and perhaps even bullying. But we don’t want anybody to get hurt because of us. And we do mean anybody.
We hope it’s clear by now that we never write with the aim of hurting people. That’s not our goal and we daresay that no comedian ever does that. We don’t go to work and say, “Hmm, let’s offend XYZ people from XYZ community today.” If we really wanted to piss off people and hurt them, we’d be selling credit cards over the phone.
Our job is to raid the newspapers, pop culture and life for observations and analogies and it’s okay if you think we’re juvenile or unfunny. We respect arguments that are critical, and as for the arguments we don’t, we respect your right to make them without impediment. It is a courtesy we wish worked both ways.
Over the last few days, we’ve found ourselves subject to more scrutiny, judgment and opinion than we’re worth. This Knockout shouldn’t matter. In a secure culture it wouldn’t matter.
We’re lucky to have support pouring in from all quarters. First up, from our fans, just the greatest people in the world, who have nothing but good cheer and encouragement and positive thoughts. We were pleasantly surprised that people in power who we have made fun of in the past, including people from both the so-called right wing and left-wing, went out of their way to convey support to us. It was fantastic to know that they stand for free speech as much as us. Friends in the media have told us to stay our course, pledging their support for our right to say anything, no matter how ridiculous. Thank you to anyone who has stated in the last few days that we have the right to say what we want, not as comedians but more importantly as citizens of this country.
There’s a larger cultural conversation going on here, where we’re at the very edges of what it’s okay to say. And it’s a conversation we need to have now because the world we live in is entirely too complicated to be run by silences. We still stand by our belief in the right to absolute freedom of expression for us and for anyone who has anything to say about anything at all. We hope to be part of an environment that supports that sort of expression without fear of persecution, intimidation and most importantly, annoyance. As always, in our own AIB way we’ll continue to strive towards creating that very environment.
In the meantime, we’d like to say thank you to our fans and everyone else who is standing by us. You guys make the struggle worth it. To everyone railing against us and against the stars that were present, to everyone who’s decided we’re destroying the fabric of our culture, to everyone who’s called us seditious pornographers while plotting the downfall of Indian Values And Civilization As We Know It, we would like to reiterate that we are just a bunch of comedians who work, and have always worked, without any malicious intent whatsoever.
We encourage any and all conversation on the subject of freedom of expression, for our own silly selves, and for people better, smarter and more courageous than us. For hundreds and thousands of artists, commentators and any and all citizens that do not have the privilege of social platforms and reach that we do.
We are also cooperating with the authorities and hope to resume normal service soon. We’d like some sort of cheerful resolution to this so we can focus on more important national issues, like the upcoming Cricket World Cup.
P.S. Best of luck Virat Kohli. Sorry for the jokes. We heart emoticon you.
P.P.S. It’s a good thing nobody’s downloaded the file and put it on a torrent website or anything.