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KYMI handpicks the top 10 best desi dual Android smartphones for this month
To quench the needs of the price conscious Indian consumer base, the native handset vendors have come up with a plethora of budget dual SIM Android smartphones. We list you you the best 10 picks from indigenous manufacturers for this month:
Micromax Canvas A92 Lite
Micromax Canvas A92 Lite flaunts a 5-inch IPS capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 854x480 pixels and is stuffed with a 1GHz dual-core processor. The handset runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS and packs 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, 512MB RAM and 4GB of internal storage expandable to up to 32GB. Other aspects of the smartphone include 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and a 2,000 mAh battery offering 20 hours of talk time and 240 hours of standby.
Price: Rs 8,499
Karbonn Smart A7 Star
Karbonn Smart A7 Star houses a decent 4.5-inch FWVGA capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 854x480 pixels and runs on Android 4.0 ICS platform. The handset is equipped with a dual-core processor clocked to 1GHz and sports a 5-megapixel rear camera with autofocus and LED flash, 0.3-megapixel front camera, 2G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 512MB of RAM. It also features 164MB internal storage with micro SD card slot support up to 32GB and 1,400 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 6,190
Lava Iris 401e
Iris 401e sports a 4-inch WVGA display with 480x800 pixel resolution and 1GHz processor paired with 256MB of RAM. Other features include 3-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, 200MB of internal memory that can expandable using a microSD card and 1,500 mAh battery life delivering 6 hours of talk time. Connectivity-wise the phone features 2G, Wi-Fi, GPRS, Bluetooth and runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS.
Price: Rs 4,249
Intex Cloud Z5
Intex Cloud Z5 is fitted with a 5-inch 480×800 pixel capacitive touch screen display and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor. Running on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, the smartphone comes with a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, 2G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Other goodies onboard include 512MB of RAM, 107MB of user memory, which can be expandable to 32GB via a micro SD card and a 2,100 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 6,899
Xolo Q600
Xolo Q600 comes with a 4.5-inch FWVGA display offering 480x854 pixels resolution and runs on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean besides being powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core MTK ARM Cortex-A7 processor with Power VR SGX544 GPU and 512MB of RAM. The device houses 4GB of internal memory along with a microSD card slot that supports up to 32GB. It also packs a 5-megapixel rear camera, VGA camera on front, 3G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS. The device is also loaded with a 2,000 mAh battery offering up to 10 hours of talk time and 333 hours standby.
Price: Rs 8,999
Spice Stellar Jazz Mi-353
Sporting a 3.5-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 480x320 pixels, Spice Stellar Jazz Mi-353 is fueled by 1GHz processor backed by 256MB RAM. The device also features a 3-megapixel rear camera with digital zoom, auto-focus and LED flash and a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chatting. Further, the handset holds an internal storage capacity of 512MB, which can be enhanced up to 16GB via external microSD. Connectivity wise, the device supports 2G, 3G, GPRS, EDGE, USB and Bluetooth and is loaded with a 1500 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 4,589
Fly F351
F351 boasts of a 3.5-inch HVGA display with 320x480 pixel resolution and is stuffed with a 1GHz processor and 256MB of RAM. Other features included are 3-megapixel rear camera, VGA front camera, 512MB of internal memory that can be expanded to up to 32GB using a microSD card and a 1,200 mAh battery that provides 10 hours of talktime and 260 hours on standby mode. Connectivity-wise, the phone misses out on 3G but supports 2G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and on the software front, the phone runs on Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread.
Price: Rs 4,599
Swingtel TigerTab
Swingtel TigerTab comes with a 4.7-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 854x480 pixels and is fueled by the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean platform. It is powered by a 1.2 GHz quad core MediaTek processor which comes with a Power VR SGX544 GPU and is also supported by 1GB of RAM, 4GB internal storage, which is expandable using a microSD card. It also houses 2,050 mAh battery, 5-megapixel primary camera and a 1.9-megapixel front camera. Connectivity features include 3G, Wi-Fi, A-GPS, Bluetooth, USB connector.
Price: Rs. 11,500.
Domo nTice F12
Domo Gadgets recently announced the launch of nTice F12 and nTice A10 smartphones. Of the duo, the nTice F12 is fitted with a 5.2-inch LCD multi-touch capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 800x480 pixels and 1.2GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor paired with 512MB of RAM. The device is equipped with 4GB of inbuilt memory, expandable to up to 32GB, 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and autofocus and 0.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video calls. Also, the handset comes with internet aspects like 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and a 2,500 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 8,900
Lemon A4
Lemon A4 also makes it to the list of top desi phones for this month. The device features a 5-inch 1080p full HD IPS display and is stuffed with a 1.2GHz Mediatek quad-core chipset with Cortex A7 accompanied with 1GB of RAM. This apart, the phone has an internal memory of 16GB, which is expandable up to 64GB using a microSD card and features a 13.1-megapixel camera with auto-focus with flash and a 5-megapixel front camera which can be used for video calling.
On the connectivity front, A4 offers support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G and GPS and houses a 1,850 mAh battery capable of offering up to 9 hours of talk time.
Price: Rs 17,999
Check out KYMI’s list of top 10 best Android handsets below Rs 5,000 for this month
The line between feature phones and smartphones continues to blur further as the new and promising smart feature phones make their way to the market. Priced attractively at a sub Rs 5,000 range, these devices carry strong specs, giving tough competition to some of the even mid-budget smartphones.
1. Micromax Smarty A65
Micromax's first Android smartphone to feature Spreadtrum’s chipset, Smarty A65 flaunts a impressive 4.3-inch WVGA display, which is not seen too often specially in this low-priced market segment and a Android Gingerbread 2.3.5 OS. Add to that a 1GHz single-core Cortex A5 processor, 2-megapixel camera with flash, Wi-Fi support, 512MB RAM and dual SIM capability and we truly have a winner. Measuring 69.7x130x10.95 mm in dimensions, the device is backed by a 1,350mAh battery which promises 5 hours of talktime along with 200 hours of standby time.
Price: Available for Rs 4,999 on Saholic
2. Fly F40
This entry-level F40 phone runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread and sports a 4-inch HVGA display with 320×480 pixels resolution. Powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor, this Dual-SIM phone also comes equipped with a 3.2-megapixel rear along with a VGA front camera. With170MB internal memory and a microSD card slot support for expansion, the device provides a descent 1,400mAH battery backup for all your multimedia needs.
Price: Rs 4,500
3. Intex Aqua Marvel+
Intex is another manufacturer who is gaining grounds with consumers. The company has launched a interesting choice for the budget conscious Android consumer with the Dual-SIM Aqua Marvel+. The device comes fitted with a 3.5-inch HVGA with a 320×480 pixels resolution and is fueled by a 1GHz MTK6515 processor and Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread coupled with a 256MB of RAM. It also comes with a basic 3-megapixel rear camera and a 1,400mAH battery life. On the storage front, there is a 95MB of internal storage with a microSD card support for further expansion. Available in grey, white and yellow color choices, the device also houses connectivity options like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and USB ports.
Price: Rs 3,990
4. Spice Smart Flo Pace 2 Mi-502
The popular Spice Flo range gets a new member - Smart Flo Pace 2 Mi-502. The stylish Android smartphone is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor, Android 4.0 OS coupled with a 512MB RAM. The device flaunts a impressive 5-inch WVGA capacitive touch screen, along with a 5-megapixel rear camera with dual LED Flash and a 1.3-megapixel front facing camera.
Pre-loaded with apps such as Hoopz, Nimbuzz and WhatsApp, the device houses Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a 2100mAh battery which provides 5 hours of talk time and up to 280 hours of standby time. Spice is also giving away a free leather cover worth Rs 500 along with a screen guard to further entice the buyers.
Price: Available for Rs 5,000
5. Celkon A9+
A dual-SIM capable phone, Celkon A9+ sports a 3.5-inch display with a resolution of 320x480 pixels. Powered by Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and a 1GHz processor accompanied by 256MB of RAM, the device also houses a 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera.
The device is equipped with a MicroSD card slot to expand the memory, in addition to connectivity options like Edge, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Battery stands at 1350 mAh which is pretty descent for a low budget phone. To entice buyers, the company is also offering a free pouch worth Rs 199 along with the purchase of Celkon A9+.
Price: Rs 3,299
6. Magicon M2 Elegante
The company recently unveiled three new sub Rs 5,000 priced phones dubbed Magicon M2 Elegante, M39 Savvy, M3 Atom phones which are rich on features and give you a bang for your buck.
Magicon M2 Elegante features a 3.5-inch display with 320x480 pixels resolution, a 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera for video calling and chatting. The 3G smartphone is powered by Android 2.3 Gingerbread platform and 1GHz Qualcomm processor.
It also packs along a 1,300mAh battery, 512MB internal storage which can be expanded to 32GB using a Micro SD card slot. The device is also pre-loaded with apps like WhatsApp, mobile tracker, Skype, Facebook, Fruit Ninja, and Magicon Care in addition to accelerometer, proximity sensor,Wi-Fi and Bluetooth among others.
Price: Rs 4,343
7. Magicon M39 Savvy
The second offering from Magicon known as the M39 Savvy sports a 3.95-inch display with 320x480 pixels resolution. It is also fueled by a Android 2.3 Gingerbread platform and 1GHz Qualcomm processor with similar storage, camera and connectivity options as the M2 Elegante.
There is however some difference in the apps category and battery life. The M39 Savvy houses a slightly bigger battery at 1350Ah and host of apps like Hungama, NewsHunt, and mobile TV application myplex now which basically allows users to watch over 100 free and paid Indian channels, over 1000 videos and movies.
Price: Rs 3,999
8. Magicon M3 Atom
Last but not the latest is the Magicon M3 Atom, which is cheapest phone in the category at Rs 3,250. The device sports a 3.5-inch display with a 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera for video calling and chatting.
Backed by a 1100mAh battery, the device is fueled by a Android 2.3 Gingerbread platform and 1GHz Qualcomm processor with similar storage, and connectivity options as the M2 Elegante.
This model like its sibling also has accelerometer, proximity sensor, light sensor, orientation sensor, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. In addition it also supports popular apps like Skype, Facebook, Fruit Ninja, and Magicon Care.
Price: Rs 3,250
9. Micromax Bolt A51
Micromax has been quite popular with the consumers and the company never ceases to surprise us with their innovative budget offerings. The latest entry-level smartphone in its Bolt-series includes Bolt A51. The Dual-SIM smartphone comes pre-loaded with ‘Flash Transfer’, an app that allows you to share multimedia content with other Android devices over Wi-Fi connection, even without data connectivity.
The Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread phone sports 3.5-inch capacitive display with 480×320 pixels resolution and is fueled by a 832MHz single-core Broadcom processor and 256MB RAM. Taking care of your camera needs is a basic 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera.
Other goodies include 512MB internal storage with a microSD slot for cards up to 32GB. There is also a battery back up of 1,500mAH which promises 4.5 hours of talktime and 140 hours of standby time.
Price: Available for Rs 4,559 on Saholic
10. Acer beTouch E210
This Android Froyo based QWERTY phone features a 2.6 inch QVGA screen along with a 3.2-megapixel auto focus camera, 1300 mAh battery, GPS and host of connectivity options including 3G, Wi-Fi, USB, and Bluetooth. The device runs on 600MHz processor and includes 256MB RAM and support upto 32GB via Micro SD card slot.
Price: Available for Rs 3,999 on Saholic
Karbonn Smart Tab TA Fone A37 Kommunicate 3G
Price: Rs 8,499
Karbonn Smart A37 is basically the 7-inch version of the A50 smartphone. The new tablet is based on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system and has SIM calling.
The tablet comes with dual SIM support, including one 3G SIM. It is powered by a dual core 1 GHz processor coupled with 512 MB RAM. Its 7-inch display has 800 x 480 pixel resolution. The Karbonn Smart Tab TA has GPS, Bluetooth, and WiFi.
In terms of internal memory it has 4 GB, which is extendable by another 32 GB. It has a 3000 mAh battery, which we think is a bit less for a 3G tablet. The tablet also gets GPS support and a 2 megapixel front camera.
Micromax Funbook 3G P560 tablet
Price: Rs 7,999
Micromax Funbook series of tablets is the most popular in India, and Funbook 3G P560 is one of the latest in this series.
Priced at Rs 7,999 this 3G calling tablet comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM7227-a chipset featuring a 1 GHz application processor and based on low-performance ARM Cortex A-5 architecture. Along with that there is an Adreno 200 GPU to take care of the graphics requirements of the tablet.
The Micromax Funbook 3G uses Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and comes with 512 MB of RAM and 4 GB of onboard storage (2.5 GB user available,) which is further expandable to up to 32 GB.
This 3G tablet has a 7-inch touchscreen with 800 x 480 pixel resolution. The tablet comes with a dedicated earpiece and microphone, ensuring users do not need to use a headset or Bluetooth handsfree to access the calling feature in the tablet.
The Micromax Funbook 3G has a 2 megapixel rear camera and a VGA camera in front for video calling. The device gets a 3000 mAh battery ensuring up to 4.5 hours of usage/calling time.
You can use a SIM of any telecom service provider with the tablet for both 3G internet browsing and to make phone calls. Also, the tablet has Wi-Fi with hotspot functionality, Bluetooth 3.0, and a micro USB port. There is no GPS support in this tablet though. The tablet gets an older Android version and that is one of its bigger drawbacks. Other than that it is very good value for money.
HCL ME V1
Price: Rs 7,790
HCL Me Tab V1 comes with 2G SIM calling and is priced at Rs 7,790. The tablet is just 11 mm thick and has a 7-inch display with WVGA resolution of 800 x 480 pixel. The HCL Me Tab V1 comes with a 1 GHz processor along with 1 GB of DDR 3 RAM. There is 4 GB internal storage memory in the tablet and you can also add up to 32 GB of memory through a micro SD card.
The tablet can make calls as well as access 2G internet using its SIM. However, for 3G, one has to rely on a dongle that can be connected using the onboard USB port. The Me Tab V1 is based on Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and fortunately HCL has now added support for Google Play.
There is a 3200 mAh battery, which is only marginally bigger than the competition. HCL has also added an earpiece to the tablet that aids calling without an earphone (if you can really hold it to your ears). The tablet lacks GPS, 3G SIM support and the latest Android, but the overall performance of the tablet makes it one of the better choices out there.
Check out the best budget 7-inch Android 4.1 Jelly Bean powered tablets for June 2013 that pack in powerful specs and performance
The 7-inchbudget Android tablet market is thriving in India. Been seen as the new blue-eyed growth opportunity it comes as little surprise that several indigenous and international players are jumping on the bandwagon with their exciting tablet offerings. For this month we have shortlisted the best and latest of the 7-inch Android tablets powered by the delicious Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS that pack in powerful specs and performance .
1. 7-inch Kindle Fire HD
Sporting a stunning 7-inch HD display for apps, games, books and web, the thin and portable 7-inch Kindle Fire HD makes for a tempting tablet for budget consumers. The device flaunts a 1280x800 HD display with polarizing filter and anti-glare technology for rich color and deep contrast from any viewing angle, a exclusive Dolby audio and dual-driver stereo speakers for immersive, virtual surround sound, dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi for faster downloads and streaming, a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor with Imagination PowerVR 3D graphics core for fast and fluid performance and a lot more.
Priced at Rs 15,999, the device also brings on board millions of books and popular apps and games such as Facebook, Twitter, Dhingana, NDTV, Eros Now, Angry Birds Space HD along with a front-facing HD camera, free unlimited cloud storage for all your Amazon content and over 11 hours of battery life for all your browsing, playing and reading needs.
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Price: Rs 15,999
2. Google Nexus 7
While the Google Nexus 7 II rumors are gaining momentum around the world, the Nexus 7 continues to gain followers. The 16GB version of the quad core Nvidia Tegra 3 and Android 4.1 OS powered tablet was recently launched in India for Rs 15,999. Boasting of IPS technology infused display with 1280x800 HD resolution, the highly portable device brings on board a 1GB RAM, front facing camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Near Field Communications.
The tablet also boasts of 9 hours of video playback and 300 hours of standby time on a full charge. With enticing specs, Nexus 7 should definitely be on your radar if you are looking for your next budget tablet.
Price: Rs 15,999
3. Asus MeMO Pad
Asus has been known for offering its fans beautifully crafted and innovatively designed devices. Taking this unique combination further, Asus brings its latest tablet offering - Asus MeMO Pad. What will delight consumers is the fact that this 7-inch Twisted Nematic display powered Android 4.1 tablet is priced at just Rs 9,999. The tablet also boasts of 10 finger multi-touch function, 1 GHz processor, Mali-400 graphics chip coupled with 1 GB RAM for seamless navigation and browsing experience.
On the front, the tablet has a front facing HD camera with HD videos (720p) capabilities and Æ’/2.0 aperture to capture more light. On the battery front, the tablet promises 7 hours of battery life and a inbuilt memory of 8 GB with support for expansion upto 32 GB.
Price: Rs 9,999
4. Lava Etab Xtron+ tab
A spruced up version of Xtron tablet, Xtron+ tablet as expected brings some upgraded specs on board. The 7-inch tablet features a TFT display with a resolution of 1024X600 pixels, 1.5GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean operating system.
It also houses a 2-megapixel rear camera along with a 0.3-megapixel front camera, 3700mAh battery with features like 3G via dongle, HDMI port, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal storage with expansion upto 32GB via a microSD card among others.
Price: Rs 6,990
5. iBall Slide 3G-7334i
Another affordable offering from iBall in it ‘Slide’ tablet series - Slide 3G-7334i arrives with a 7-inch capacitive display with 1024×600 pixels resolution and 3G capabilities. The device is powered by Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, dual-core Cortex A9 1GHz processor couple with 1GB of RAM.
It also features a 2-megapixel rear camera with flash and a front camera for video calling and chatting. The tablet features 16GB of internal memory which can be expanded up to 32GB on microSD. It also offers dual-SIM support, Bluetooth and GPS/ A-GPS, FM with Antenna, and a 3000-mAh battery.
Available for Rs 9,990, the tablet further expands the choices for budget consumers.
6. Micromax Funbook Talk P360
Another latest offering from the indigenous manufacturer is the Funbook Talk P360. The stylish tablet sports a 7-inch capacitive touchscreen display with 800×480 pixels resolution. It is fueled by 1.2GHz Cortex-A9 single-core processor, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and a 1GB RAM.
What makes the tablet very lucrative is not only its impressive specs and pricing at Rs 7,049, but also the fact that it bundles up 2G calling capabilities which enables users to make and take calls over a 2G network. The tablet also houses a basic 2-megapixel primary camera and a 0.3-megapixel secondary camera for video chats and playing HD videos.
The tablet also comes pre-loaded with educational content, M! Store and a host of other features. Other goodies under the hood include, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, audio-video player and a 3000mAh battery life which offers 180 hours of standby time.
Price: Rs 7,049
7. HCL ME Connect 2G 2.0
Earlier this year, HCL launched a slew of tablets including ME U2, ME V1 and the ME Y3. The company recently introduced yet another budget offering expanding the line of ME tablets further.
Dubbed HCL ME Connect 2G, the tablet features a 7-inch WVGA display with 800×480 pixels resolution. Powered by a 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor and Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the device harbors a Mali-400 GPU and 1GB RAM and includes features like a 2-megapixel rear camera, VGA secondary camera, 4GB of internal storage with external microSD card support.
Equipped with voice calling functionality, the tablet also includes a in-built 2G and 3G support via USB dongle, 3,800mAh battery and support for 11 local Indian languages.
Price: Rs 8,499
8. CT910+ HD
Celkon's latest voice-calling tablet which supports 3G via SIM card showcases a 7-inch HD display with a 1GHz dual-core processor, 512MB RAM and Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean OS. The device also supports a basic 2-megapixel rear camera along with a VGA front camera and host of connectivity options including, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS.
The battery stands at 3,500mAh while the internal storage rests at 4GB (of which 1.7GB is accessible to users). Priced at Rs 7,999 the CT910+ HD faces stiff competition from the likes of Karbonn Smart Tab TA Fone A37 Kommunicate , Micromax Funbook P600 among others.
Price: Rs 7,999
9. Salora Fontab
Another budget delight from Salora that needs a mention is the Salora Fontab. Featuring voice calling ( it contains a SIM card slot, supports EDGE) Fontab comes with a HD TFT display with 1024×600 pixels resolution. It is powered by a 1.5GHz Cortex A9 processor, 400MHz Mali GPU and 1GB of RAM.
It also brings a 2-megapixel rear camera along with a VGA camera for initiating video calling and chatting. On the storage front it boasts of 4GB of internal memory which can be expanded up to 32GB using a microSD card while connectivity is taken care of by Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and HDMI port. A strong 3,500 mah battery ensures that you can indulge in pre-loaded apps like King Soft, IBIBO games, several social networking apps and more care free.
Price: Rs 6,899
10.Swipe Halo Speed
Swipe Telecom introduces its sixth tablet in its Halo series of tablets bringing onboard the usual features and more at a tempting Rs 6,990 price point.
The voice calling, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean tablet sports a 7-inch display with a resolution of 800×480 pixels. Packed under the hood of the tablet is a 1.5 GHz processor, 1GB RAM along with a 4GB internal memory which can be expanded using a microSD card to upto 32GB.
It also houses a basic 2-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel front camera along with 2G SIM support, G-sensor, accelerometer and a slew of connectivity options like Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Price: Rs 6,990
Top 5 Voice-Calling Tablets In India
Brands like iBall, Swipe, Zync, Huawei and Micromax form the part of this edition.
The Indian brands are queuing up with their range tablets in the country and the latest batch has seen in the inclusion of SIM-slots, which enable you to make voice calls from these devices.
iBall Slide 3G
The iBall Slide 3G 7334 runs on Android 4.0 aka Ice Cream Sandwich and the company claims that it will support 3G networks 7.2 Mbps download speed and 5.76 Mbps upload speed.
The tablet also includes a built-in FM transmitter, which is something uncommon. The tablet is powered by a 1 GHz Cortex A9 processor and 512 MB RAM. Both the SIM card slots have support for 3G network.
The tablet sports a 17.8-cm (7-inch) HD WSVGA capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1024 X 600 pixels and supports multi-touch. The iBall Slide 3G 7334 sports two cameras, a 2 MP camera at the back and a VGA camera at the front. The camera is capable of taking 360 degree panoramic photos and sports multi-shot functions. Users can also make 3G video calling by using the front camera. The device is loaded with a 3,100 mAh battery.
The iBall Slide 3G 7334 is priced at Rs 10,999.
Swipe Halo 3G
The Halo 3G comes with its 3G SIM, video calling capability, and large, 17.7-cm (7-inch) screen. But the Halo Edge with its 2G SIM may actually be a better deal. The screen is the same size, but the pixel dimensions are 1024x768, which means more pixels and therefore better clarity. Like the Halo 3G, the SIM supports voice as well as data. It is a thousand rupees cheaper, too.
Both the tablets come with just 4 GB of internal storage (meaning about 2 GB at your disposal), so you are almost compelled to invest in a microSD card at the outset.
The Swipe Halo 3G costs Rs 10,000.
Zync Z999
Zync is one of the most prominent names associated with Indian-branded tablets in the country. The Z999 comes with a 17.7-cm (7-inch) capacitive display and runs Android 4.0 aka Ice Cream Sandwich. The device is powered by a 1.5 GHz single core ARM Cortex A8 processor, 512 MB RAM. The tablet sports 2.0 MP rear camera and 0.3 MP front shooter.
Features like 3G, Wi-Fi, HDMI, USB Port, Digital Media Reader and Bluetooth 2.1 are included. The device has flash memory of 8 GB and memory is expandable up to 32 GB. The Z999 is loaded with 4,200 mAh battery.
The Zync Z999 is priced at Rs 11,990.
Micromax Funbook Talk
The Funbook Talk comes preloaded with Android 4.0 aka Ice cream sandwich and sports a 17.7-cm (7-inch) capacitive TFT LCD display with 800x480 pixel resolution. The tablet is powered by a 1 GHz processor with 512 MB RAM.
As the name suggests, the tablet doubles up as a phone, thanks to built-in voice calling and 2G connectivity support. This is the first tablet from the company to do so, with earlier Funbook tablets supporting 3G via USB dongles. It also has a mini HDMI port. The tablet features a VGA front camera and comes with a 2,800mAh battery, claiming up to 5 hours of talk time. The Talk has 4 GB internal storage with expansion options up to 32 GB via microSD card support. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi and 3G dongle support via USB 2.0.
The Funtalk is priced at Rs 7,249.
Huawei MediaPad 7
Huawei will bring its MediaPad 7 Lite in the first week of November at a price of Rs 14,000. This entry level 17.7-cm (7-inch) tablet runs Android 4.0 aka Ice Cream Sandwich and is based on a 1.2 GHz Cortex A8 processor with 1 GB of RAM, 4 GB internal memory, which is expandable up to 32 GB via MicroSD card.
The tablet sports IPS multi-touch display with uni-body design, including a 3.2 megapixel rear camera, and a 0.3 megapixel front camera for video chatting.
The MediaPad 7 is priced at Rs 13,700.
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To quench the needs of the price conscious Indian consumer base, the native handset vendors have come up with a plethora of budget dual SIM Android smartphones. We list you you the best 10 picks from indigenous manufacturers for this month:
Micromax Canvas A92 Lite
Micromax Canvas A92 Lite flaunts a 5-inch IPS capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 854x480 pixels and is stuffed with a 1GHz dual-core processor. The handset runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS and packs 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, 512MB RAM and 4GB of internal storage expandable to up to 32GB. Other aspects of the smartphone include 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and a 2,000 mAh battery offering 20 hours of talk time and 240 hours of standby.
Price: Rs 8,499
Karbonn Smart A7 Star
Karbonn Smart A7 Star houses a decent 4.5-inch FWVGA capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 854x480 pixels and runs on Android 4.0 ICS platform. The handset is equipped with a dual-core processor clocked to 1GHz and sports a 5-megapixel rear camera with autofocus and LED flash, 0.3-megapixel front camera, 2G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 512MB of RAM. It also features 164MB internal storage with micro SD card slot support up to 32GB and 1,400 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 6,190
Lava Iris 401e
Iris 401e sports a 4-inch WVGA display with 480x800 pixel resolution and 1GHz processor paired with 256MB of RAM. Other features include 3-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, 200MB of internal memory that can expandable using a microSD card and 1,500 mAh battery life delivering 6 hours of talk time. Connectivity-wise the phone features 2G, Wi-Fi, GPRS, Bluetooth and runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS.
Price: Rs 4,249
Intex Cloud Z5
Intex Cloud Z5 is fitted with a 5-inch 480×800 pixel capacitive touch screen display and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor. Running on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, the smartphone comes with a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, 2G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Other goodies onboard include 512MB of RAM, 107MB of user memory, which can be expandable to 32GB via a micro SD card and a 2,100 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 6,899
Xolo Q600
Xolo Q600 comes with a 4.5-inch FWVGA display offering 480x854 pixels resolution and runs on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean besides being powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core MTK ARM Cortex-A7 processor with Power VR SGX544 GPU and 512MB of RAM. The device houses 4GB of internal memory along with a microSD card slot that supports up to 32GB. It also packs a 5-megapixel rear camera, VGA camera on front, 3G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS. The device is also loaded with a 2,000 mAh battery offering up to 10 hours of talk time and 333 hours standby.
Price: Rs 8,999
Spice Stellar Jazz Mi-353
Sporting a 3.5-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 480x320 pixels, Spice Stellar Jazz Mi-353 is fueled by 1GHz processor backed by 256MB RAM. The device also features a 3-megapixel rear camera with digital zoom, auto-focus and LED flash and a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chatting. Further, the handset holds an internal storage capacity of 512MB, which can be enhanced up to 16GB via external microSD. Connectivity wise, the device supports 2G, 3G, GPRS, EDGE, USB and Bluetooth and is loaded with a 1500 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 4,589
Fly F351
F351 boasts of a 3.5-inch HVGA display with 320x480 pixel resolution and is stuffed with a 1GHz processor and 256MB of RAM. Other features included are 3-megapixel rear camera, VGA front camera, 512MB of internal memory that can be expanded to up to 32GB using a microSD card and a 1,200 mAh battery that provides 10 hours of talktime and 260 hours on standby mode. Connectivity-wise, the phone misses out on 3G but supports 2G, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and on the software front, the phone runs on Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread.
Price: Rs 4,599
Swingtel TigerTab
Swingtel TigerTab comes with a 4.7-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 854x480 pixels and is fueled by the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean platform. It is powered by a 1.2 GHz quad core MediaTek processor which comes with a Power VR SGX544 GPU and is also supported by 1GB of RAM, 4GB internal storage, which is expandable using a microSD card. It also houses 2,050 mAh battery, 5-megapixel primary camera and a 1.9-megapixel front camera. Connectivity features include 3G, Wi-Fi, A-GPS, Bluetooth, USB connector.
Price: Rs. 11,500.
Domo nTice F12
Domo Gadgets recently announced the launch of nTice F12 and nTice A10 smartphones. Of the duo, the nTice F12 is fitted with a 5.2-inch LCD multi-touch capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 800x480 pixels and 1.2GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor paired with 512MB of RAM. The device is equipped with 4GB of inbuilt memory, expandable to up to 32GB, 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and autofocus and 0.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video calls. Also, the handset comes with internet aspects like 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and a 2,500 mAh battery.
Price: Rs 8,900
Lemon A4
Lemon A4 also makes it to the list of top desi phones for this month. The device features a 5-inch 1080p full HD IPS display and is stuffed with a 1.2GHz Mediatek quad-core chipset with Cortex A7 accompanied with 1GB of RAM. This apart, the phone has an internal memory of 16GB, which is expandable up to 64GB using a microSD card and features a 13.1-megapixel camera with auto-focus with flash and a 5-megapixel front camera which can be used for video calling.
On the connectivity front, A4 offers support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G and GPS and houses a 1,850 mAh battery capable of offering up to 9 hours of talk time.
Price: Rs 17,999
Check out KYMI’s list of top 10 best Android handsets below Rs 5,000 for this month
The line between feature phones and smartphones continues to blur further as the new and promising smart feature phones make their way to the market. Priced attractively at a sub Rs 5,000 range, these devices carry strong specs, giving tough competition to some of the even mid-budget smartphones.
1. Micromax Smarty A65
Micromax's first Android smartphone to feature Spreadtrum’s chipset, Smarty A65 flaunts a impressive 4.3-inch WVGA display, which is not seen too often specially in this low-priced market segment and a Android Gingerbread 2.3.5 OS. Add to that a 1GHz single-core Cortex A5 processor, 2-megapixel camera with flash, Wi-Fi support, 512MB RAM and dual SIM capability and we truly have a winner. Measuring 69.7x130x10.95 mm in dimensions, the device is backed by a 1,350mAh battery which promises 5 hours of talktime along with 200 hours of standby time.
Price: Available for Rs 4,999 on Saholic
2. Fly F40
This entry-level F40 phone runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread and sports a 4-inch HVGA display with 320×480 pixels resolution. Powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor, this Dual-SIM phone also comes equipped with a 3.2-megapixel rear along with a VGA front camera. With170MB internal memory and a microSD card slot support for expansion, the device provides a descent 1,400mAH battery backup for all your multimedia needs.
Price: Rs 4,500
3. Intex Aqua Marvel+
Intex is another manufacturer who is gaining grounds with consumers. The company has launched a interesting choice for the budget conscious Android consumer with the Dual-SIM Aqua Marvel+. The device comes fitted with a 3.5-inch HVGA with a 320×480 pixels resolution and is fueled by a 1GHz MTK6515 processor and Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread coupled with a 256MB of RAM. It also comes with a basic 3-megapixel rear camera and a 1,400mAH battery life. On the storage front, there is a 95MB of internal storage with a microSD card support for further expansion. Available in grey, white and yellow color choices, the device also houses connectivity options like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and USB ports.
Price: Rs 3,990
4. Spice Smart Flo Pace 2 Mi-502
The popular Spice Flo range gets a new member - Smart Flo Pace 2 Mi-502. The stylish Android smartphone is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor, Android 4.0 OS coupled with a 512MB RAM. The device flaunts a impressive 5-inch WVGA capacitive touch screen, along with a 5-megapixel rear camera with dual LED Flash and a 1.3-megapixel front facing camera.
Pre-loaded with apps such as Hoopz, Nimbuzz and WhatsApp, the device houses Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a 2100mAh battery which provides 5 hours of talk time and up to 280 hours of standby time. Spice is also giving away a free leather cover worth Rs 500 along with a screen guard to further entice the buyers.
Price: Available for Rs 5,000
5. Celkon A9+
A dual-SIM capable phone, Celkon A9+ sports a 3.5-inch display with a resolution of 320x480 pixels. Powered by Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) and a 1GHz processor accompanied by 256MB of RAM, the device also houses a 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera.
The device is equipped with a MicroSD card slot to expand the memory, in addition to connectivity options like Edge, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Battery stands at 1350 mAh which is pretty descent for a low budget phone. To entice buyers, the company is also offering a free pouch worth Rs 199 along with the purchase of Celkon A9+.
Price: Rs 3,299
6. Magicon M2 Elegante
The company recently unveiled three new sub Rs 5,000 priced phones dubbed Magicon M2 Elegante, M39 Savvy, M3 Atom phones which are rich on features and give you a bang for your buck.
Magicon M2 Elegante features a 3.5-inch display with 320x480 pixels resolution, a 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera for video calling and chatting. The 3G smartphone is powered by Android 2.3 Gingerbread platform and 1GHz Qualcomm processor.
It also packs along a 1,300mAh battery, 512MB internal storage which can be expanded to 32GB using a Micro SD card slot. The device is also pre-loaded with apps like WhatsApp, mobile tracker, Skype, Facebook, Fruit Ninja, and Magicon Care in addition to accelerometer, proximity sensor,Wi-Fi and Bluetooth among others.
Price: Rs 4,343
7. Magicon M39 Savvy
The second offering from Magicon known as the M39 Savvy sports a 3.95-inch display with 320x480 pixels resolution. It is also fueled by a Android 2.3 Gingerbread platform and 1GHz Qualcomm processor with similar storage, camera and connectivity options as the M2 Elegante.
There is however some difference in the apps category and battery life. The M39 Savvy houses a slightly bigger battery at 1350Ah and host of apps like Hungama, NewsHunt, and mobile TV application myplex now which basically allows users to watch over 100 free and paid Indian channels, over 1000 videos and movies.
Price: Rs 3,999
8. Magicon M3 Atom
Last but not the latest is the Magicon M3 Atom, which is cheapest phone in the category at Rs 3,250. The device sports a 3.5-inch display with a 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera for video calling and chatting.
Backed by a 1100mAh battery, the device is fueled by a Android 2.3 Gingerbread platform and 1GHz Qualcomm processor with similar storage, and connectivity options as the M2 Elegante.
This model like its sibling also has accelerometer, proximity sensor, light sensor, orientation sensor, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. In addition it also supports popular apps like Skype, Facebook, Fruit Ninja, and Magicon Care.
Price: Rs 3,250
9. Micromax Bolt A51
Micromax has been quite popular with the consumers and the company never ceases to surprise us with their innovative budget offerings. The latest entry-level smartphone in its Bolt-series includes Bolt A51. The Dual-SIM smartphone comes pre-loaded with ‘Flash Transfer’, an app that allows you to share multimedia content with other Android devices over Wi-Fi connection, even without data connectivity.
The Android 2.3.7 Gingerbread phone sports 3.5-inch capacitive display with 480×320 pixels resolution and is fueled by a 832MHz single-core Broadcom processor and 256MB RAM. Taking care of your camera needs is a basic 2-megapixel rear camera and a VGA front camera.
Other goodies include 512MB internal storage with a microSD slot for cards up to 32GB. There is also a battery back up of 1,500mAH which promises 4.5 hours of talktime and 140 hours of standby time.
Price: Available for Rs 4,559 on Saholic
10. Acer beTouch E210
This Android Froyo based QWERTY phone features a 2.6 inch QVGA screen along with a 3.2-megapixel auto focus camera, 1300 mAh battery, GPS and host of connectivity options including 3G, Wi-Fi, USB, and Bluetooth. The device runs on 600MHz processor and includes 256MB RAM and support upto 32GB via Micro SD card slot.
Price: Available for Rs 3,999 on Saholic
Karbonn Smart Tab TA Fone A37 Kommunicate 3G
Price: Rs 8,499
Karbonn Smart A37 is basically the 7-inch version of the A50 smartphone. The new tablet is based on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean operating system and has SIM calling.
The tablet comes with dual SIM support, including one 3G SIM. It is powered by a dual core 1 GHz processor coupled with 512 MB RAM. Its 7-inch display has 800 x 480 pixel resolution. The Karbonn Smart Tab TA has GPS, Bluetooth, and WiFi.
In terms of internal memory it has 4 GB, which is extendable by another 32 GB. It has a 3000 mAh battery, which we think is a bit less for a 3G tablet. The tablet also gets GPS support and a 2 megapixel front camera.
Micromax Funbook 3G P560 tablet
Price: Rs 7,999
Micromax Funbook series of tablets is the most popular in India, and Funbook 3G P560 is one of the latest in this series.
Priced at Rs 7,999 this 3G calling tablet comes with Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM7227-a chipset featuring a 1 GHz application processor and based on low-performance ARM Cortex A-5 architecture. Along with that there is an Adreno 200 GPU to take care of the graphics requirements of the tablet.
The Micromax Funbook 3G uses Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and comes with 512 MB of RAM and 4 GB of onboard storage (2.5 GB user available,) which is further expandable to up to 32 GB.
This 3G tablet has a 7-inch touchscreen with 800 x 480 pixel resolution. The tablet comes with a dedicated earpiece and microphone, ensuring users do not need to use a headset or Bluetooth handsfree to access the calling feature in the tablet.
The Micromax Funbook 3G has a 2 megapixel rear camera and a VGA camera in front for video calling. The device gets a 3000 mAh battery ensuring up to 4.5 hours of usage/calling time.
You can use a SIM of any telecom service provider with the tablet for both 3G internet browsing and to make phone calls. Also, the tablet has Wi-Fi with hotspot functionality, Bluetooth 3.0, and a micro USB port. There is no GPS support in this tablet though. The tablet gets an older Android version and that is one of its bigger drawbacks. Other than that it is very good value for money.
HCL ME V1
Price: Rs 7,790
HCL Me Tab V1 comes with 2G SIM calling and is priced at Rs 7,790. The tablet is just 11 mm thick and has a 7-inch display with WVGA resolution of 800 x 480 pixel. The HCL Me Tab V1 comes with a 1 GHz processor along with 1 GB of DDR 3 RAM. There is 4 GB internal storage memory in the tablet and you can also add up to 32 GB of memory through a micro SD card.
The tablet can make calls as well as access 2G internet using its SIM. However, for 3G, one has to rely on a dongle that can be connected using the onboard USB port. The Me Tab V1 is based on Android Ice Cream Sandwich operating system and fortunately HCL has now added support for Google Play.
There is a 3200 mAh battery, which is only marginally bigger than the competition. HCL has also added an earpiece to the tablet that aids calling without an earphone (if you can really hold it to your ears). The tablet lacks GPS, 3G SIM support and the latest Android, but the overall performance of the tablet makes it one of the better choices out there.
Check out the best budget 7-inch Android 4.1 Jelly Bean powered tablets for June 2013 that pack in powerful specs and performance
The 7-inchbudget Android tablet market is thriving in India. Been seen as the new blue-eyed growth opportunity it comes as little surprise that several indigenous and international players are jumping on the bandwagon with their exciting tablet offerings. For this month we have shortlisted the best and latest of the 7-inch Android tablets powered by the delicious Android 4.1 Jelly Bean OS that pack in powerful specs and performance .
1. 7-inch Kindle Fire HD
Sporting a stunning 7-inch HD display for apps, games, books and web, the thin and portable 7-inch Kindle Fire HD makes for a tempting tablet for budget consumers. The device flaunts a 1280x800 HD display with polarizing filter and anti-glare technology for rich color and deep contrast from any viewing angle, a exclusive Dolby audio and dual-driver stereo speakers for immersive, virtual surround sound, dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi for faster downloads and streaming, a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor with Imagination PowerVR 3D graphics core for fast and fluid performance and a lot more.
Priced at Rs 15,999, the device also brings on board millions of books and popular apps and games such as Facebook, Twitter, Dhingana, NDTV, Eros Now, Angry Birds Space HD along with a front-facing HD camera, free unlimited cloud storage for all your Amazon content and over 11 hours of battery life for all your browsing, playing and reading needs.
Do we need to add more?
Price: Rs 15,999
2. Google Nexus 7
While the Google Nexus 7 II rumors are gaining momentum around the world, the Nexus 7 continues to gain followers. The 16GB version of the quad core Nvidia Tegra 3 and Android 4.1 OS powered tablet was recently launched in India for Rs 15,999. Boasting of IPS technology infused display with 1280x800 HD resolution, the highly portable device brings on board a 1GB RAM, front facing camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Near Field Communications.
The tablet also boasts of 9 hours of video playback and 300 hours of standby time on a full charge. With enticing specs, Nexus 7 should definitely be on your radar if you are looking for your next budget tablet.
Price: Rs 15,999
3. Asus MeMO Pad
Asus has been known for offering its fans beautifully crafted and innovatively designed devices. Taking this unique combination further, Asus brings its latest tablet offering - Asus MeMO Pad. What will delight consumers is the fact that this 7-inch Twisted Nematic display powered Android 4.1 tablet is priced at just Rs 9,999. The tablet also boasts of 10 finger multi-touch function, 1 GHz processor, Mali-400 graphics chip coupled with 1 GB RAM for seamless navigation and browsing experience.
On the front, the tablet has a front facing HD camera with HD videos (720p) capabilities and Æ’/2.0 aperture to capture more light. On the battery front, the tablet promises 7 hours of battery life and a inbuilt memory of 8 GB with support for expansion upto 32 GB.
Price: Rs 9,999
4. Lava Etab Xtron+ tab
A spruced up version of Xtron tablet, Xtron+ tablet as expected brings some upgraded specs on board. The 7-inch tablet features a TFT display with a resolution of 1024X600 pixels, 1.5GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean operating system.
It also houses a 2-megapixel rear camera along with a 0.3-megapixel front camera, 3700mAh battery with features like 3G via dongle, HDMI port, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal storage with expansion upto 32GB via a microSD card among others.
Price: Rs 6,990
5. iBall Slide 3G-7334i
Another affordable offering from iBall in it ‘Slide’ tablet series - Slide 3G-7334i arrives with a 7-inch capacitive display with 1024×600 pixels resolution and 3G capabilities. The device is powered by Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, dual-core Cortex A9 1GHz processor couple with 1GB of RAM.
It also features a 2-megapixel rear camera with flash and a front camera for video calling and chatting. The tablet features 16GB of internal memory which can be expanded up to 32GB on microSD. It also offers dual-SIM support, Bluetooth and GPS/ A-GPS, FM with Antenna, and a 3000-mAh battery.
Available for Rs 9,990, the tablet further expands the choices for budget consumers.
6. Micromax Funbook Talk P360
Another latest offering from the indigenous manufacturer is the Funbook Talk P360. The stylish tablet sports a 7-inch capacitive touchscreen display with 800×480 pixels resolution. It is fueled by 1.2GHz Cortex-A9 single-core processor, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and a 1GB RAM.
What makes the tablet very lucrative is not only its impressive specs and pricing at Rs 7,049, but also the fact that it bundles up 2G calling capabilities which enables users to make and take calls over a 2G network. The tablet also houses a basic 2-megapixel primary camera and a 0.3-megapixel secondary camera for video chats and playing HD videos.
The tablet also comes pre-loaded with educational content, M! Store and a host of other features. Other goodies under the hood include, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, audio-video player and a 3000mAh battery life which offers 180 hours of standby time.
Price: Rs 7,049
7. HCL ME Connect 2G 2.0
Earlier this year, HCL launched a slew of tablets including ME U2, ME V1 and the ME Y3. The company recently introduced yet another budget offering expanding the line of ME tablets further.
Dubbed HCL ME Connect 2G, the tablet features a 7-inch WVGA display with 800×480 pixels resolution. Powered by a 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 processor and Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the device harbors a Mali-400 GPU and 1GB RAM and includes features like a 2-megapixel rear camera, VGA secondary camera, 4GB of internal storage with external microSD card support.
Equipped with voice calling functionality, the tablet also includes a in-built 2G and 3G support via USB dongle, 3,800mAh battery and support for 11 local Indian languages.
Price: Rs 8,499
8. CT910+ HD
Celkon's latest voice-calling tablet which supports 3G via SIM card showcases a 7-inch HD display with a 1GHz dual-core processor, 512MB RAM and Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean OS. The device also supports a basic 2-megapixel rear camera along with a VGA front camera and host of connectivity options including, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS.
The battery stands at 3,500mAh while the internal storage rests at 4GB (of which 1.7GB is accessible to users). Priced at Rs 7,999 the CT910+ HD faces stiff competition from the likes of Karbonn Smart Tab TA Fone A37 Kommunicate , Micromax Funbook P600 among others.
Price: Rs 7,999
9. Salora Fontab
Another budget delight from Salora that needs a mention is the Salora Fontab. Featuring voice calling ( it contains a SIM card slot, supports EDGE) Fontab comes with a HD TFT display with 1024×600 pixels resolution. It is powered by a 1.5GHz Cortex A9 processor, 400MHz Mali GPU and 1GB of RAM.
It also brings a 2-megapixel rear camera along with a VGA camera for initiating video calling and chatting. On the storage front it boasts of 4GB of internal memory which can be expanded up to 32GB using a microSD card while connectivity is taken care of by Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and HDMI port. A strong 3,500 mah battery ensures that you can indulge in pre-loaded apps like King Soft, IBIBO games, several social networking apps and more care free.
Price: Rs 6,899
10.Swipe Halo Speed
Swipe Telecom introduces its sixth tablet in its Halo series of tablets bringing onboard the usual features and more at a tempting Rs 6,990 price point.
The voice calling, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean tablet sports a 7-inch display with a resolution of 800×480 pixels. Packed under the hood of the tablet is a 1.5 GHz processor, 1GB RAM along with a 4GB internal memory which can be expanded using a microSD card to upto 32GB.
It also houses a basic 2-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel front camera along with 2G SIM support, G-sensor, accelerometer and a slew of connectivity options like Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Price: Rs 6,990
Top 5 Voice-Calling Tablets In India
Brands like iBall, Swipe, Zync, Huawei and Micromax form the part of this edition.
The Indian brands are queuing up with their range tablets in the country and the latest batch has seen in the inclusion of SIM-slots, which enable you to make voice calls from these devices.
iBall Slide 3G
The iBall Slide 3G 7334 runs on Android 4.0 aka Ice Cream Sandwich and the company claims that it will support 3G networks 7.2 Mbps download speed and 5.76 Mbps upload speed.
The tablet also includes a built-in FM transmitter, which is something uncommon. The tablet is powered by a 1 GHz Cortex A9 processor and 512 MB RAM. Both the SIM card slots have support for 3G network.
The tablet sports a 17.8-cm (7-inch) HD WSVGA capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 1024 X 600 pixels and supports multi-touch. The iBall Slide 3G 7334 sports two cameras, a 2 MP camera at the back and a VGA camera at the front. The camera is capable of taking 360 degree panoramic photos and sports multi-shot functions. Users can also make 3G video calling by using the front camera. The device is loaded with a 3,100 mAh battery.
The iBall Slide 3G 7334 is priced at Rs 10,999.
Swipe Halo 3G
The Halo 3G comes with its 3G SIM, video calling capability, and large, 17.7-cm (7-inch) screen. But the Halo Edge with its 2G SIM may actually be a better deal. The screen is the same size, but the pixel dimensions are 1024x768, which means more pixels and therefore better clarity. Like the Halo 3G, the SIM supports voice as well as data. It is a thousand rupees cheaper, too.
Both the tablets come with just 4 GB of internal storage (meaning about 2 GB at your disposal), so you are almost compelled to invest in a microSD card at the outset.
The Swipe Halo 3G costs Rs 10,000.
Zync Z999
Zync is one of the most prominent names associated with Indian-branded tablets in the country. The Z999 comes with a 17.7-cm (7-inch) capacitive display and runs Android 4.0 aka Ice Cream Sandwich. The device is powered by a 1.5 GHz single core ARM Cortex A8 processor, 512 MB RAM. The tablet sports 2.0 MP rear camera and 0.3 MP front shooter.
Features like 3G, Wi-Fi, HDMI, USB Port, Digital Media Reader and Bluetooth 2.1 are included. The device has flash memory of 8 GB and memory is expandable up to 32 GB. The Z999 is loaded with 4,200 mAh battery.
The Zync Z999 is priced at Rs 11,990.
Micromax Funbook Talk
The Funbook Talk comes preloaded with Android 4.0 aka Ice cream sandwich and sports a 17.7-cm (7-inch) capacitive TFT LCD display with 800x480 pixel resolution. The tablet is powered by a 1 GHz processor with 512 MB RAM.
As the name suggests, the tablet doubles up as a phone, thanks to built-in voice calling and 2G connectivity support. This is the first tablet from the company to do so, with earlier Funbook tablets supporting 3G via USB dongles. It also has a mini HDMI port. The tablet features a VGA front camera and comes with a 2,800mAh battery, claiming up to 5 hours of talk time. The Talk has 4 GB internal storage with expansion options up to 32 GB via microSD card support. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi and 3G dongle support via USB 2.0.
The Funtalk is priced at Rs 7,249.
Huawei MediaPad 7
Huawei will bring its MediaPad 7 Lite in the first week of November at a price of Rs 14,000. This entry level 17.7-cm (7-inch) tablet runs Android 4.0 aka Ice Cream Sandwich and is based on a 1.2 GHz Cortex A8 processor with 1 GB of RAM, 4 GB internal memory, which is expandable up to 32 GB via MicroSD card.
The tablet sports IPS multi-touch display with uni-body design, including a 3.2 megapixel rear camera, and a 0.3 megapixel front camera for video chatting.
The MediaPad 7 is priced at Rs 13,700.
Links:
Top 10 Best Budget Tablets in the Price Between Rs.5000 to Rs.20000 for 2013
Top 10 cheapest Android phone in India below Rs 5,000 for June 2013 - News | Know Your Mobile India
10 best budget Android tablets for students in India for June 2013 | Know Your Mobile India
Top 8 dual SIM Jelly Bean Samsung phones in India for July | Know Your Mobile India
Top 5 Voice-Calling Tablets In India
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