There was a time when we had only the bulky and cumbersome televisions. Things have completely changed now. At present, TVs come is a slimmer and lighter design, thanks to the advancement in technology. More importantly, the picture quality has massively improved comparatively. With an array of TVs come in different screen types like LCD, LED, etc in the market, it can get quite confusing when we approach a store to buy a TV. However, with a clear understanding of the features and qualities of the TV screen variants, you can comprehend the differences between them which will enable you to easily purchase a TV.
Through this article, we will explain the differences between the TV screens available in the current marketplace. Let's get started!
You might know what LCD stands for. For those who don't, the elaborated form of LCD is Liquid crystal display. LCD TVs were the successors of the old CRT TVs and it was introduced at the start of 2000s. It was after the arrival of LCD TVs, the option of mount the TV on the wall became available. This screen technology uses the same liquid crystal display used in some laptops and computers. The LCD panels are accompanied by CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps) which acts as the backlights since LCD don't have the ability to emit the light. LCD panels are comprised of two layers and the liquid crystals are placed on of those layers. What the liquid crystal does is, it blocks or allows the light and display the image accordingly when the electric current is passed through it. LCD TVs are slim and consume very less space. It can either be placed on the stand it comes with or hung on the wall as we said earlier. They are also capable of displaying high-resolution images from 480p up to 8K.
LED is similar to LCD since they use the same technology. However, in LED TVs, light-emitting diodes are placed as backlights unlike the CCFL in LCD screens. The LED which acts as the backlight is the main reason why LED TVs are slim because LEDs are smaller than CCFL. Another important feature of LED screens is that they can produce more light with less power making it energy efficient. This also makes the pictures more vivid on the LED screen. There are two further variations in LED. They are Edge-lit LEDs and Backlit or Full-array LEDs.
In the former, the LED lights are placed on the edges of the TV screen. These lights face the screen to illuminate it. Since the lights are around the perimeter of the screen, TVs with Edge-lit LEDs are normally really thin. On the other hand, in the latter, the lights are placed on the back of the TV. Apparently, the TV won't be as thin as Edge-lit but since the lights are spread on the back in every area, the TV produces brighter and clearer pictures.
Organic Light-emitting diode (OLED) is one of the cutting-edge technologies available at the moment. OLED TVs might cost a tad higher than LED or LCD but it'll give you the best visual experience. The pixel comprised in OLED features an organic material that glows voluntarily when the electric current is passed through them. The pixels are smart enough to glow only when there is current flow which means the light won't be scattered on the screen. The absence of backlight enables the TV to be thin and sometimes even as slim as a smartphone. OLED TVs even come in curved designs allowing the viewer to watch the TV in the best colour and contrast regardless of where they sit. OLED is also capable of tackling the blur in the motion videos. This means you can watch fast-paced videos in optimum clarity without any blur. Are you thinking why it's called 'Organic' light-emitting diode? Well, it's because the organic material mentioned above is made up of carbon and other components. Adding to all these, OLED supports 3D, 4K and Dolby content.
QLED TVs were developed by Samsung to compete with OLED technology. The illuminating method used in QLED is quite similar to LED and OLED screens. The 'Q' in the QLED stands for quantum dots which is the major element that distinguishes QLED from others. Placed on the backlight panel, these dots are tiny, powerful and, emit colours depending on its size. As per Samsung, the quantum dots can display billions of colours. Unlike OLED screens, the pixels in QLED isn't voluntarily illuminated or turned off according to the passing of electric current. Hence, the black level won't be as good as in OLEDs. However, the colours produced are bright, crisp and, punchy in QLED which gives it a better edge over OLEDs. Furthermore, the energy-efficiency and, brightness are slightly better than LED and OLED models.
The terms LCD, LED, OLED and QLED must be familiar to you. What about MicroLED? You might have heard about it or doesn't have a clue what that is. Samsung recently introduced it at CES 2020 but it's yet to be fully launched. It's predicted that MircroLED will be the game-changer in the tech industry with its ability to display brighter, sharper and vibrant pictures. Just like we have seen in OLED and QLED screens, MicroLED is also an emissive display. However, illumination isn't done by organic diodes or quantum dots, instead, it boasts microscopic indium gallium nitride LEDs that emit the light and help display immersive pictures. The viewing angles, energy efficiency and, black level are also stupendous in MicroLED screens. As per the reports, this is how a MicroLED screen's performance will be like. The bottom line is, it's said to be better than the models we currently have in the market. We can see for ourself once MicroLED TVs start getting rolled out.
With this much screen types, buying a Smart TV can get so confusing. We hope you now know the distinction between the screen types. Each screen type has its own benefits. For example, LCD is cheaper but the picture quality is not as good as LED, OLED, etc. Now if you have a fair budget for a TV you can, OLED or QLED, which is a tad costlier than LCD and LED but great in displaying immersive pictures, would be ideal options. Also, let's not forget that MircroLED is yet to come. It's also important to understand what your needs really are before you buy a TV else you'll be simply wasting your money. Now that you have a clear picture of the screen types, have a look at the array of TVs we offer. Place an order and receive it within 24 hours. If you have more doubts regarding buying a TV, then refer our Smart TV buying guide.
As you might be aware, OnePlus launched its first smartphone - One Plus 1 in 2014. Surprisingly, it was well-liked by the customers for its price worthiness and performance. We know what happened in the next years. One Plus, despite being a newcomer, became a strong competitor of Apple, Samsung and Huawei. Heretofore, they have launched numerous models from One Plus 1 to One Plus 8 and 8 Pro at similar price ranges and all of them were one of the best at their times. However, in spite of being impressive in the performance, the last few models were priced a tad high which many people didn't like much. It was then OnePlus broke the news of Nord, a phone with relatively a lower price, which had been a talking point ever since then. Now they have finally launched the product.
Can OnePlus Nord be one of the best smartphones in 2020? Let's see what it holds!
There is nothing unique about the design of Nord. It's almost similar to the design of the phones we are seeing lately. However, altogether it gives a premium look to the device. It's a medium-weighing phone with 184g weight and the phone is surrounded by a plastic frame. On the front, you get the thin bezelled display which boasts a capsule-shaped dual punch hole camera on the top left similar to the one we have seen in Oppo Reno 3 Pro (Read the review here) and Realme 6 Pro. You can also see the buttons placed ergonomically. The volume button is isolated on the left side of the phone and on the opposite side there is a power button accompanied by a ringer switch which you might have seen in some iPhone models. On the top of the chassis, there is a microphone and the bottom is where the speaker, USB Port, and a dual-SIM card tray rest. On the rear side, the panel is given a glossy finish and the quad-camera is mounted on a pill-shaped module on the top left. There is also the One Plus Logo on the centre and the wordmark on the bottom. Since there is no official IP rating, the water-resistance or water-proof ability is still in doubt. Altogether, the feel and look of the phone are impressive.
The display of the Nord is surely one of the best in this price segment. Nord sports a 6.44inch AMOLED display with 1080 x 2400 pixels and 408ppi. Capable of producing vibrant and crisp colours, the display can give you a great visual experience. Adding to that, the refresh rate of 90Hz makes the experience more immersive and smooth. You also get an option to set the refresh rate to 60Hz if needed. Whether it be for watching high-quality videos or playing games, Nord's display can furnish you with an excellent viewing experience. The screen also offers great viewing angles and good brightness levels which can make the screen visible even under sunlight. There are also features like Video enhancer, Reading mode and night mode for different purposes. Long story short, the display is one of the commendable pros of this phone.
Though the phone is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, a not-so-cutting-edge processor, it performs very well. For a smartphone at this price range, this chipset is decent enough to make the performance seamless. This means you will not face any problems when multitasking, scrolling through the menu and, launching the applications. The powerful RAMs also have a big hand in making the performance seamless. The phone also sports Adreno 620 GPU which is capable of furnishing you with impressive gaming experience. However, it's not the best phone for ultra gamers. Pubg, Call of duty, 8 ball pool and Fortnite we some of the game we tried and we didn't come across any notable issues. The phone also has an in-display fingerprint scanner and face unlock which manages to unlock the phone pretty fast but not so quick. In total, the performance of Nord is excellent despite having a slightly old processor.
Nord boasts four cameras in the rear and two selfie cameras. Precisely saying, there is a 48MP primary lens, 8MP wide-angle lens, 5MP depth sensor and 2MP macro lens at the back. On the front, there is a 32MP and 8MP lens with both having an aperture of f/2.45. Nord might not be a phone for photography enthusiasts. However, the crispness and details of the photos are decent enough. The 48MP lens is capable of producing good images with nice detailing, punchy colours and no oversaturation. Having said that, the image quality slightly drops in low light conditions. The wide-angle lens does a good job in covering the areas but the quality is not as expected. Coming to the depth sensor, it really helps in capturing decent portraits with good background blur and sharp edges but it could have been better. Speaking about the macro lens, you can capture decent close-up shots with good detailing. However, it's not the best one. The selfie camera, on the other hand, is excellent. This is said since the dynamic range, colours and contrast are pretty good but when it comes to low-light selfies, the images are just decent. Coming to the videos, the quality might amaze you. Though it doesn't shoot 4k videos at 60fps, the 30fps videos look brilliant with good sharpness and stabilization. In a nutshell, the camera might not be the best you can see in the modern-day smartphones but considering the price, it's quite decent.
The battery compartment surely is one of the best pros of the phone. The 4115mAh battery assisted by the processor can easily give the phone enough juice to work more than a day even with casual usage. Moreover, the Warp Charge 30T does a good job in refuelling the battery. To be precise, it can fully charge the phone within one hour. Without a doubt, the battery of the Nord matches the battery power of the phones in this price range.
We have already said how beautiful the design of the phone is. The colours have a big role in making the phone appealing. Nord comes is two good-looking colours - Grey Onyx and Blue Marble. The former is somewhat a mixture of black and grey and it looks alluring. The latter, on the other hand, is a unique blue which also gives the phone an outstanding look. Coming to the RAM and ROMs, the phone comes in 6GB, 8GB and 12GB RAMs and 64GB, 128GB and 256GB ROM.
The 6GB/64GB model carries a price tag of Rs.25000, the 8GB/128GB variant costs Rs.28000 and the 12GB/256GB variant is priced at Rs.30000. The prices are truly fair when we compare the performance with the phones at a similar price range. Even if you look into the specs and the overall performance, the price seems quite fair.
Nord might not be the best phone in Rs 25000 - Rs 30000 category but surely it's one of the best and a phone which is value for money. If you have ever wanted to purchase a OnePlus model but couldn't because of the high price, then Nord is the one for you. It has compelling design, acceptable camera, excellent performance despite having Snapdragon's 700 series processor and excellent battery. Not to mention, Oxygen OS software. There are flaws here and there, especially the rear cameras but then all smartphones cannot be versatile. Comparing the price and overall performance, Nord is a great choice at this price segment. To get the best out of the phone, ensure you buy the genuine one. Find it in our store and shop now to get it delivered it within 24 hours.
Suffice to say, Tablet is a gadget that stands between smartphones and laptops since it boasts some features of either of them. When it comes to buying a tablet, obviously doubts will pop up in our mind as we already have smartphones to cater to our needs and laptops for higher needs. Having said that, tablets are capable of doing stuff that smartphones and laptops cannot do and some things can be done in a better way in a tablet. For example, note-taking or reading. Even in some businesses, they use tablets instead of laptop and in some schools, teachers using tablets instead of textbooks have become common. We can see tablets being used in many other places due to this. Tablets possess many benefits. Let's see that in detail so that you can decide whether you can go for it.
Long journeys can be tiring and boring but with a tablet in your hand, you can make your travel much enjoyable. Just like smartphones, tablets are portable and can be carried with you without needing an extra bag, unlike laptops. Imagine you are going for a long journey. This is when tablets come handy. With it, you can kick the time by reading E-books or watching your favourite movies. Moreover, by the time you reach your destination, you could also complete pending office works like sending e-mails, collecting data through online research, etc. Though laptops offer more features, tablets need very less space. This means, your elbow won't bother the passenger near you. Thus, tablets can be a great companion while your journey.
If you were to ask, who benefits the most from tablets, then undoubtedly it's students. As a student, we all had a time when we had to carry a stack of books in the bag and write notes relentlessly which causes fatigue for hands. Tablets provide students with a way to make all these stuff easier. Students can store the e-Textbooks of the corresponding subjects in it and type in the notes easily. Moreover, they can also do homework in tablets which can be shared with the tutors digitally. This is not only convenient but also reduce paper usage. Many tablets are available for students especially Alcatel 3T 10 which comes with a keyboard enabling them to place it on the desk and type. There are other models too like Apple iPad Mini, Lenovo Tab M7, etc.
If you have used a big-screened smartphone then you would understand how immersive would be the visual experience when you watch something. Apparently, tablets come with a bigger screen than smartphones and are capable of furnishing better visual experience. Hence, if you are a movie buff you can consider buying a tablet since it enables you to enjoy the movies to the fullest with the best clarity. However, the crispness and details depend on the display type to an extent. Some of the tablets with a good display are Samsung Galaxy Tab S6, Honor MediaPad T3, Apple iPad 6th Gen and Lenovo Tab 7.
The rise in technology has taken games into another level. We now have umpteen number of games that comes with realistic graphics and tablets are the best bet to play such games. If you are an avid gamer, a tablet would be ideal for playing games. The bigger screen with better pixels can furnish you with immersive gaming experience. Though smartphones are capable of providing great gaming experience, it can't match with a tablet. Tablets by emphasizing the colours and displaying crisp graphics, enable you to enjoy the games at the best. The display of the tablet is not the only driving force behind excellent gaming experience. Its sound system, powerful RAM and processor also play an important role in taking the gaming experience into the next level.
We have already said about how students can use tablets instead of their books. This is applicable to the teachers as well. Just like students, tutors will also carry books. With a tablet, they could digitalize those books making them easier to take the class and read out the words without needing to flip the pages. Moreover, if they are teaching multiple subjects, there is a good chance for books to get placed. On the other hand, if they possess a tablet, they can keep the correlated e-textbooks of the subjects they concentrate on folders in an organized manner. Ergo, tablets can act as a textbook and are capable of easing things for the tutors.
Tablets come with notes application just like smartphones which helps you to take down notes and save it. Some tablets also support Handwriting recognition, which means if you write something with the stylus on the screen it will convert it to text. Imagine you are attending a class, and your teacher has instructed to take down notes while she reads or say, you are attending an important meeting and you have to note down main points. In these moments, tablets can come handy. Tablets are widely used in hotels too to take down orders of the customers.
In this technology-driven era, the usage of gadgets has surged. With them being an integral part of our lives and since we spent more time on it, we always check the battery capacity whenever we buy a gadget because frequently charging the phone can be frustrating. When it comes to the power of the battery, most of the tablets have a better edge than smartphones. Even some tablets boast better battery capacity than a laptop. This means you can keep yourselves entertained with a tablet on your journey without having to witness the battery draining. All you have to do is ensure the tablet is fully charged before you start your journey. If you are a student, teacher or an employee who uses tablet often, charge it to 100% before you head to the school or workplace so you get enough juice to use it until you return from there.
The way of reading has completely transformed with the emergence of Kindle E-Books. However, reading in smartphones will be less convenient than reading in tablet and can be a strain to the eyes too. With bigger screens, tablets stand out in terms of readability. Especially for elders who normally change the font size to read, tablets provide them with a convenient way to read even without changing the font size or squinting the eyes.
With this much benefits, tablets can be handy for your day-to-day tasks. They are also capable of providing excellent visual and gaming experience and performs impressively. The bottom line is, tablets are as good as smartphones and laptops. You can find a wide range of tablets in our store. Order the one you like and get it within 24 hours.
We once had a generation in which we had only compact mobile phones that catered to only our communication needs. Things have changed now. At present, we have smartphones that can do a lot more than just calling. With ample of features, smartphones have become a necessity nowadays. While teenagers and middle-aged people know how to make the best out of smartphones, most of the elderly people find it difficult to use it. Obviously, for any person who grew up using compact phones, it'll be baffling to use modern smartphones. Luckily, smartphones are smart enough to make themselves elder-friendly. All you need to do is tweak the settings. This way your elder parents or grandparents can use smartphones without needing to ask frequent questions. Let's have a look at the tips to make a smartphone elder-friendly.
Difficulty in reading is one of the common issues faced by aged people while using a smartphone. Also, this is one of the main reasons they refrain from using smartphones. We can't blame them because it'll be frustrating for anyone to squint their eyes whenever they are reading. Moreover, every time they try to open an application they might end up opening the wrong one. However, there is a solution to this. Simply putting the font into a larger size would make it convenient for elderly people to read. All the smartphones come with the option to change the font size and this can be leveraged to enable them to read the words. If the phone is working on iOS, go to Settings > Accessibility > Display & Text Size > Larger text > select the font size. Now, if the phone is Android then go to Settings > Display > Font size > Select a bigger font size.
Another method to improve readability is turning on magnification which will help to zoom the display upon triple tapping. The zoom can be adjusted by pinching on the screen and by using two fingers you can navigate. This will help elders to read the words and understand the icons. The display can be zoomed out by triple tapping again. For Android users this can be enabled by going to Settings > Accessibility > Magnification > Turn it on. In iOS you can enable this by going to Settings > General > Accessibility > Zoom > Turn it on. However, controlling the zoom in iOS is a wee bit different from Android. You need to double-tap with three fingers for the zoom to come into effect. Doing the same again will disable the zoom. To move around, you can drag three fingers.
The default keyboard in our phones might seem tinier for seniors. This will make it difficult for them to type messages which is another frustrating thing. When even normal people can't type with 100% perfection, it's obvious that elderly people will find it hard to type. Luckily, smartphones come with an option to adjust the keyboard in a way it can display the letters bigger enough to simplify typing. Moreover, you also get various types of keyboards in the keyboard settings. Sometimes, switching the keyboard to another variation can also serve the purpose. To alter the size of the keyboard in Android phones just go to Settings > Resize > Drag and adjust the size according to the needs. In iOS, there is, unfortunately, no option to resize the keyboard like we can do in Android. However, by going to Settings > Display & Brightness > View > selecting 'Zoomed' option the keyboard can be enlarged a little bit. Moreover, it enhances the size of the icons too.
Even if you enlarge the fonts and make the keyboards bigger for the elderly, they might still find it difficult to use the phone. This is when the Voice assistant can come handy. As you might be aware, the come in-built in the latest smartphones. Voice assistants can literally help them with anything from making a call, typing a message, playing music etc, if the apt command is said. From the aged people's perspective, this is a really useful option. It'll be like having a friend to help them with everything. Voice assistants go by different names. In Android phones, it's called Google Assistant and it can be enabled by simply saying "Hey Google". In Apple iPhones,, there is 'Siri' which have to be turned on manually at first by going to Settings> Siri. Then, all they (the elderly) have to do is tell "Hey Sir" followed by the task. They could also ask them any type of question they have. This way they don't have to summon their children for assistance.
People tend to lose their hearing ability as they grow older. Hence, they might not hear properly and understand when they watch something and to combat this, raising the volume is what they do regardless of where there are. However, by turning on caption or subtitles, they will understand the video content even without raising the volume. Captions can be turned on in Android by accessing Settings > Accessibility > Captions and turning it on. In iOS this can be enabled by going to Settings > General > Accessibility and Turning on Subtitles & Captioning.
Similar to hearing ability, visual capability also starts wearing out in most of the people as they grow older making them difficult to read. We already said magnification as a solution for this but if nothing changes even after turning on the magnifying option, then you have another option which is Text-to-speech. When you turn this on, the voice assistant will literally read out the words loudly. Hence, aged people can sit back and relax and listen to the assistant reading for them. This will be just like a person reading the newspaper or books aloud for them. Text-to-speech can be turned on in Android by going to Setting > Accessibility > Text-to-speech or Talkback and toggling it on. In iOS, follow these steps : Settings > General > Accessibility > VoiceOver. Once this is turned one, the assistant will read out once you tap on the words. To learn more about it, you can go through the tutorial which you can find in the same option.
Aged people often tend to miss the calls and messages just because they were unaware of the phone ringing. Turning on the Enhanced alerts is the ideal option to tackle this issue. With this option turned on, the LED flash of the phone will blink every time when a call or message comes making it more understandable for the elderly. This way, it becomes very likely for them to not miss the calls you make and messages you send to check on them when you are farther. To turn this option in Android go to Settings > Accessibility > Flash Notification and enable it. Whereas in iOS, access the Settings > General > Accessibility > Turn on LED flash for alerts.
There come situations when you are compelled to leave your parents or grandparents at home due to work or business trip. All you give them is a smartphone to keep them entertained and safe. You might be thinking about how it can keep them safe. Well, most of the modern smartphones boast a pre-installed application called SOS which is useful for emergency situations. Through this application, you can set some contacts to which an emergency message will be sent upon pressing the lock button thrice in quick succession. This message will comprise an alert coupled with location attributes helping the receiver understand the precise location of the sender. We don't know how many people remember to press the lock button thrice in such situations but if this idea pops up to their mind, it will be really helpful. If you set the right contacts, you can stop something tragic happening. Most importantly, train your parents well on how to use it.
The aforementioned tips are really useful in making a smartphone user-friendly for your aged parents or grandparents. This way, smartphones can get rid of their boredom and keep them entertained. Moreover, it helps you to check on them if you are away from them. Take some time and explain everything in detail for them. Ensure you do not over-explain and confuse them. Give them time to get used to these options. If your parents still don't have a smartphone, gift them one to keep them cheered. Entertainment will be the only thing enjoyable when they get old. You can find the best smartphones from the best brands in our online stores. Order it now and get it delivered within 24 hours.
It was last year Oppo launched the Reno series. We have seen how well the Reno models performed and now Oppo has added another model to the series - Reno 3 Pro. It's available in China as a 5G smartphone, however, in India 5G feature isn't available. Just like we have seen in other Oppo phones, Reno 3 Pro have an excellent design and a powerful 64MP quad-camera setup and a 44MP dual punch hole camera at the front which is the world's first, not to mention the impressive performance. The Chinese brand has always delivered smartphones that were well-regarded and admired by the people and Reno 3 Pro with its elegant design and compelling features is already getting thumbs-up by many.
Let's dive into the details of the phone
Oppo is renowned for its designs and Reno 3 Pro is also designed well enough to create a good first impression at first glance. Like we have seen in the majority of the smartphones, Reno 3 Pro also boasts a plastic body with a glossy finish at the rear panel. As we mentioned earlier, this phone comes with a dual punch hole camera which is placed on the top left corner of the screen. The screen is safeguarded with Gorilla 5 glass and it features thin bezels except for the bottom part where the bezel is a tad thicker comparatively. Adding to that, the fingerprint scanner is embedded on the screen like we often see in new smartphones. The phone is surrounded by a plasticky frame and all the edges have given the cliche curve. The buttons are placed ergonomically enough for the user to reach easily. You can find the volume buttons on the left just below the sim tray which comes with two slots for nano SIMs and a dedicated slot for microSD card. The power button is placed on the opposite side. The USB Type-C port, 3.5mm audio jack, speaker and the primary microphone are placed at the bottom panel and the secondary microphone is placed isolatedly on the top.
Coming to the rear side, the panel is given a glossy finish which looks brilliant. On the top left, the quad-camera is placed on a rectangular panel with curved edges. The protrusion of the panel is apparent enough that keeping the phone can't be placed flat on a flat surface. However, a back case can solve this problem. Altogether this lightweight smartphone with 175 g, has an elegant design which gives it a premium look.
Display compartment is another area Reno 3 Pro excels. If you are a gamer of a movie buff, Reno 3 Pro makes the cut. The tall 6.4inches Super AMOLED display is an impressive one. The screen has a resolution of 1080 x 2400 capable of delivering immersive viewing experience whether it be HD movies of high-end games. Thanks to the 16.7m display colours, the pictures displayed on Reno 3 pro are vivid. The brightness of the phone is excellent and is intelligent enough to adjust according to the light in the surrounding. This makes Reno 3 Pro quite good for using outdoor.
If you look at phones that are launched nowadays, the specs on the paper would be stupendous but the actual performance might not be up to the mark. Contrary to that, Reno 3 Pro performs excellently according to its specs. It is equipped with a stronger version of MediaTek Helio P90 SoC which is MediaTek Helio P95. This means you would not face any lag while navigation or multitasking. However, this chipset is not as powerful as the Snapdragon chipsets which is a bit of a concern but you won't be disappointed with the performance.
Reno 3 Pro boots fastly and the applications get opened swiftly. You won't feel any lag while going through the menu, multitasking and even if you open some apps together. However, the phone gets a wee bit laggy when you open the camera whilst other apps are opened in the background. Other than that the processor and the 8GB RAM do the brilliant job is keeping the phone smooth. The in-display fingerprint lock is also quick to respond and unlock the phone. Moreover, the PowerVR GM9446 GPU keeps the lag at bay while gaming, delivering a smooth performance. Also, it doesn't get unbearably heat which means you can play games for a longer period comfortably. In a nutshell, the performance is quite decent and won't bother you in any way.
The camera is all about Reno 3 Pro and you would've guessed it from its tagline 'Clear in every shot'. Reno 3 Pro is the world's first smartphone to be equipped with 44MP selfie camera. This camera is accompanied by a 2MP secondary camera. At the back, we have a quad camera which has become quite common. The camera application offers lots of features like Night mode, Portrait, Slo-Mo, Panorama, Timelapse HDR and various filters which can be set before taking the snap. There is also another feature called 'Dazzle Color' which helps in enhancing the contrast. Furthermore, the AI scene recognition is in place to detect what you are capturing.
Let's start with the rear cameras. Oppo has done an excellent job in the camera segment. The Quad camera is capable of delivering crisp and bright images in daylight. The night mode comes to the rescue if you want to capture bright and crisp images in low light. The 13MP telephoto lens offers 20x zoom and the zoomed images look pretty detailed too. Reno 3 Pro's 8MP wide-angle camera enables you to capture 119 field view in one frame. Talking about the image quality, they are capable of delivering well-detailed images. The mono lens also does an impeccable job in delivering crisp and vibrant images.
Coming to the selfie camera, you can capture good selfies with it. However, for photography enthusiasts, the clarity will seem a little low. You also get the option to take portrait images in the selfie camera, which can furnish you with selfies with a perfectly blurred background. Still, the selfie camera can be bettered. You could also shoot videos of up to 4K with rear camera and 1080p with the selfie camera with decent stability. In short, the camera is commendable yet there are tiny cons here and there.
Reno 3 Pro sports a 4025mAh powerful battery which can provide enough fuel to last more than a day in one charge with normal usage. The phone also features 30W VOOC Flash charge 4.0 which enables you to charge the phone from 0 to 100% within 1 hour. With all this, you will not come across any problem regarding the battery. Reno 3 Pro is truly one of the smartphones with a powerful battery which is accompanied by flash charging technology. Hence, if you are a person who hectically uses the phone and is not an admirer of frequent charging Reno 3 Pro is the one for you.
Oppo has done a brilliant job in making Reno 3 Pro beautiful and elegant. The phones come in three colours which are Auroral Blue, Midnight Black and, Sky White. All of them plays an important role in improving the aesthetics of the phone. As in RAM and ROM, it comes with an 8GB RAM and 128 ROM which can be expanded up to 256 GB and there is another variant which comes with 256GB by default with the same RAM. As of now, these many variants are available in the market.
Considering the specifications and the corresponding performance, the price of Reno 3 Pro is fair but there is a room for decrement. The variant with 128ROM is priced at Rs.30245 and the one with 256GB ROM is priced at Rs. 32990.
Reno 3 Pro comes with compelling features, especially the design and camera, and performs excellently. However, some areas could've been a tad better to attain a 10/10 rating. Anyways, it won't disappoint you and the price is quite fair when we compare the phone with its competitors like Realme X2 Pro which comes with similar specifications and is capable of delivering similar performance. Like we said before, some areas could've been better but that does not mean the phone lacks quality. If you have plans to buy it, you can go for it. You can find a genuine product in our stores and in our online store. Have a look if you are interested and order Reno 3 Pro to get it the same day.
Apple iPhone is always considered as a premium brand. With the launch of iPhone SE, we can say that they have come into the budget category too. iPhone SE which is compact just like the iPhone 8 is currently the cheapest among Apple iPhones. However, the brain is much more powerful than the latter and the old iPhone SE making iPhone SE the most powerful among the 4-inch category.
Nowadays getting a small and handy smartphone is tough. Almost all smartphones come with a minimum 5.5-inch screen. This makes iPhone SE much more special for those who like the compact design. Of course, you'll get many Android smartphones in this range, powerful and cheaper than iPhone SE but it's an ideal smartphone if you are on the lookout for a budget Apple iPhone or small-screened compact and powerful smartphone. Though it comes with a small body like iPhone 8, it performs like iPhone 11, thanks to the A13 Bionic chip. Should you buy it? Let's dive into the features and specifications and see whether iPhone SE is worth buying.
The design of SE gives you a nostalgic feeling because it's small like the phones we used to use earlier. In fact, it looks like a twin brother of iPhone 8 with 138mm height, 67mm width and 7mm thickness. The only notable difference from iPhone 8 is that the logo at the back is realigned from top to centre and the Apple wordmark has been removed. Other than that, the shell looks exactly the same. This makes IPhone SE and old-fashioned smartphone when we get many other feature-rich smartphones below 20k. However, there will surely be some people who like the old-fashioned style. Coming to the build quality, the shell is strong and elegant with sturdy glass at the back and aluminium frames like we have seen in some other Iphone models. The screen has thick bezel unlike modern smartphones and the single selfie camera is placed on the top bezel near the speaker. You get a home button at the bottom which has Touch Id integrated to it. At the back, you get the 12MP single rear camera on the top left along with the flash. Furthermore, Iphone SE boasts IP67 water-resistance feature. In short, it's a small and cute lightweight phone with just 148g weight, handy enough to carry and use and small enough to not to create protrusion in your pocket.
If you think that the 4.7inch screen is not up to the mark then you are underestimating. It's a Retina HD display boasting 1334 x 750 capable of giving excellent visual experience. Moreover, it provides 625 nits brightness, meaning you can easily use it in daylight without any problem. On top of that, it has True Tone feature that helps in adjusting the colour temperature of the screen according to the light conditions. Apple also says it can furnish you with 326 PPI and 1400:1 ratio. Normally, Apple iPhones always delivers brilliant visual and IPhone SE also does that. We tried watching some 1080p videos and surprisingly the detailing, colour and sharpness were impressive. Apart from that, we tested some games and the video quality seemed so good. However, when we played PUBG, we felt like our two thumbs were obstructing the view since the screen is small and thus we found it a wee bit difficult to play. Though, this is something one can get used to. In total, no matter how small the display is, it's impressive and capable of furnishing you with the excellent viewing experience.
A normal person would consider iPhone SE as same as IPhone 8 by looking at the size. In fact, iPhone SE is as powerful as 11 Pro and 11 Pro max. In other words, the body is that of iPhone 8 whereas the brain is A13 Bionic chip - the same chip equipped by 11 Pro and 11 Pro max. With this state-of-the-art processor, they have also placed a not-so-cutting-edge 3GB RAM which is capable of doing the job pretty well. To check how powerful is the processor, we played some high-end games like PUBG and Asphalt and it worked smoothly. Adding to that, we also tried launching apps, multitasking, video editing, playing 1080p videos and running more applications in the background but we never came across any problem. SE runs on iOS 13 which means it not only has all the applications present in it but also is capable of supporting the applications and software Apple rolls out in the future. In short, IPhone SE will never disappoint you when it comes to performance. This is the best facet of SE.
SE comes with the same 12MP rear camera and 7MP selfie camera that we have seen in iPhone 8 and normally one would think that the camera would be below par when compared to the cameras in latest smartphones. That being said, the camera is surprisingly impressive. This is because the image signal processors (ISP) is more advanced than in iPhone 8 and this makes the whole difference. The camera, in general, is capable of delivering crisp and detailed images. However, the portrait mode is the highlight in SE. The background blur and image clarity in total is perfect. The close-up shot and landscape also panned out really well. Just like the rear camera, the selfie camera is also capable of delivering images with great details and colours. Moreover, Apple has also proved once again that you can take magnificent videos by enabling IPhone SE to shoot 4K videos with 60fps. When everyone thought the camera of iPhone SE wouldn't be up to the mark, it has just amazed us.
Every smartphone will have a not-so-good element and for iPhone SE, it's the battery. It's decent but not excellent. iPhone SE comes with a 1821mAh battery and apparently you won't get the backup you expect. However, A13 bionic chip provides good support in making the battery last. With a single charge, you could nearly get 12 hours of backup with moderate usage. Normally a battery with similar power won't last this much but iPhone SE has a decent backup just because it has a powerful processor. You also get a 5W lightning charger in the package but it ain't good enough with only the capacity to charge the phone 25-30% within 30minutes. The good thing is that the battery supports 18W fast charging and again the man behind this is A13 Bionic processor. If you have an 18W charger, you could easily charge the phone 50% in 30 minutes. Moreover, it also supports wireless charging.
iPhone SE comes in only one variant of RAM which is 3GB. As in the storage, it comes in 64GB and 128GB ROM which is quite decent, to be frank. Coming to the colours, Apple offers it in three colours - Black, White and Red which make the phone look. You can have a look at the product and its details in our store. If it impresses you, place an order and get it the same day.
When we analyze the phones from Apple, all will cost more than iPhone SE which is priced at Rs.42500 for 64GB variant and Rs. 47800 for 128Gb variant. This is the cheapest Apple smartphone available in the market at the moment. It might be priced a tad high when we compare it with smartphones at this range Samsung A71, Realme X2, etc but from Apple phone's perspective, it's a bargain.
The body and screen of iPhone SE might be old-fashioned but the processor is one of the latest available, not to mention, the powerful camera. This is the right one for you if you are looking for a compact smartphone that is powerful whilst being convenient to hold and use. Especially for Apple fans, iPhone SE would be a great choice with decent performance at this price. Find the details of the product here.
In this well equipped digital world with a variety of models from various brands, planning to shop a new TV is really challenging. With the emerging technologies, you may face complications in opting for a one as the new brands keep on comes with their popular model in recent years. Even most of the models from different brands show some match with the specifications and price range.
From smart features, design to the price range, each brand shows its own way of attracting the customers. So that brings up the question, how to pick the right one? More than just luxury, smart TV is now a necessity that we cannot ignore as the provides a lot more than just simply sitting and watching. Read further to know more about the smart TVs. Please note that the below list is in no particular order and we have just focused on some of the popular brands from rest of the best brands available in today's market.
Samsung is one of the famous brands in the TV industry that everyone knows. Samsung holds a huge collection of models that range from budget TVs to the premium 8K models. Whatever the model is, Samsung always keeps its picture quality at its heights which is really impressive and is one of the best features of a good smart TV. Samsung is always curious about carrying researches and it improves itself with the latest findings where Tizen OS, Samsung's smart platform are some of the best that are currently running in the market. In the year of 2019, Samsung introduced an Ultra Viewing Angle technology that performs well with an improved viewing angle with a lower contrast ratio. This is mainly packed in the highest-end models like 8k Samsung Q900R, Samsung Q80R, and Samsung Q90R. A recent update is the Ambient Mode which is capable to display artwork on the screen.
Even though the changes are usually small in the count, this is not the same case always. let's have a look into some of the inventions year by year.
In 2017, Samsung introduced QLED TVs, which deliver outstanding colour performance that impressed the users a lot. In 2018, They came up with the first 8k TV (model - Samsung Q900R), and also added some of the latest technologies such as low latency motion interpolation, an auto game mode in their high-end TV lineup, and FreeSync VRR. In the year 2019, Samsung offered the Ultra Viewing Angle technology to the TV industry that attracted the customers. With these updates, Samsung always wants to keep the customers happy and well satisfied.
Samsung holds a diverse collection of TV models that cover each individual's needs including their taste and wallet.
We all have heard about the well-known brand, LG which is famous for its OLED TVs in the market and they are the first TV manufacturers who introduced the OLED TVs for the first time. Most of the models that comes with OLED display offer similar picture quality due to the emissive technology that works with the individual pixels in switching off the pixels and producing perfect blacks. The outstanding picture quality even in the darkroom is acquired as a result of the infinite contrast ratio. LG also holds a large number of LCD TVs by using IPS panels as the main content. This is why because, the IPS panels offer wider viewing angles than the VA panels. The lower end LG TV models are less expensive but they are not capable to deliver high brightness except for their wide viewing angle feature.
Overall, the LG TV models that come in LED offers low input lag and wider viewing angles while compared with the other brands. This is mainly achieved with the IPS panels. All these features make LG as a better choice for using it as PC monitors too. But, with the low contrast ratio, in a dark room, the blacks tend to appear as grey. WebOS is the smart interface of LG TV (one of the best TV OS) which is really fast and easy to use that provides access to one of the largest app collections. The higher-end LG models are packed with the advanced remotes that allow the navigation through the menus with no issues, where the latest models include a pointer in the remote.
The model that introduced in 2019 by LG, LG B9 OLED holds outstanding motion handling, remarkably low input lag to please gamers, and exceptional picture quality. They even support HDMI 2.1 and HDMI Forum Variable refresh rates that deliver a tear-free gaming experience to the users.
From years back, Sony is one of the biggest TV manufactures in the TV industry that always stays at the edge of technology. Sony with a variety of models always has a product for every need from the basic 4k base level TV to the advanced OLED TVs.
When compared with other TV manufacturers, Sony always aims to hold a standard on quality and picture accuracy. With Sony, we could see a variety of models that are well built with great upscaling of lower resolution content and have good motion handling. Most of the Sony TV s have upgraded to Android TV 8.0 which gives access to the Google Play Store which holds multiple applications that work faster. The Android 8.0 solves one of the greatest flaws with Sony ie; OS responsiveness.
Like other brands, Sony has models to cover everyone's needs. With the latest models, we could see outstanding picture quality and high HDR experience. To avoid the common risk of burn-in which is commonly seen in all OLEDs, you can choose the best LED/LCD from the Sony family that delivers superb performance in any of your use. the X-Wide Angle layer offers wider viewing angles that deliver better-viewing experience. When considering the lower-end models, Sony still keeps its wide viewing angles and decent picture quality which will even get updated with the coming models.
One of the biggest plus point with Mi TV is the value for money. Redmi TV models offer all the features which are really affordable for all. The slim design is simply amazing and less space occupying. The delightful picture quality with the 10-bit VA panel holding moreover a billion of colours ensures you a new viewing experience. Well-equipped with connectivity options and customized OS helps in handling and avoiding the load/view content as you like for your personal entertainment.
The 4K panel that comes with the Mi Tv offers saturated colours which is really pleasing for the eyes and the display is calibrated out of the box. When playing games the 4K HDR truly shines and the internal hardware is also impressive.
The primary goal of Mi Tv models is to evaluate the user experience when pairing with a DTH box. For those who always wish to stream the content from Netflix or Hotstar, you can perform this seamlessly with Mi.
TCL is another known brand in the TV industry. They are TV manufacturers who make everything themselves. In this competitive industry, TCL offers the cheapest TVs. While compared with the other brands, they release only a few models and they keep the models available in the market for long. TCL uses the Roku TV smart interface which is not that much faster, but is easy to use and offers access to a wide range of apps and streaming channels. Even in the dark room, the TCL models have a high native contrast that works well.
TCL models come in a wide range of sizes from 28" to 75" and they usually target less expensive market segments. The latest TCL TVs are well-packed with good motion handling, very good picture quality, very low input lag to please gamers, low input lag, wide color gamut, and deep blacks in a dark room. They deliver decent picture quality and they are good budget TVs that can serve you for specific purposes.
These are some of our recommendations that we think are currently the best smart TV brands available in the market to buy. Its all upon you to choose the suitable model from the best brand that suits your needs within your budget.
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f a range of people, including photography buffs, gamers, and movie enthusiasts. Xiaomi has equipped the Mi 10T with the latest technologies, providing a premium experience, and is one of the affordable 5G smartphones in the market. The Mi 10T, a successor to the Mi 10, performs exceptionally just like the Mi 10, but it comes with a lower price tag and has comparatively long-lasting battery life. Unlike its predecessor, the Mi 10T has a flat display with a higher refresh rate, making it highly responsive and consequently smoother. Proceeding to photo and video quality, the cameras help in producing perfect portraits as well as movie quality video contents. The features that make this phone valuable is not limited to the ones mentioned above. Here is a detailed look at everything that makes Xiaomi Mi 10T the best pick.
The Mi 10T is designed in a way it can offer a big-screen experience as well as effortless handling. It is encased in an aluminum frame and is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and the back. The frame is curved to the sides ensuring a comfortable grip. On the front, a 20MP punch-hole camera is placed at the top left corner of the display. A rectangular module on the rear incorporates the 64MP+13MP+5MP triple camera, an LED flash, and an ambient light sensor. The bezel of the rear camera protrudes a bit, which can be resolved using a back case. The volume buttons and the power button, which doubles as the fingerprint reader is located on the right side of the phone. On the top, an IR emitter and a secondary microphone is placed. The SIM card tray, USB Type-C port, and a speaker are at the bottom of the phone.
The Mi 10T comes equipped with a 6.67-inch LCD with 2400 x 1080 FHD+ resolution offering a typical contrast ratio of 1500:1 and a maximum brightness of 650 nits. What makes the display exceptional is the 7 stages of refresh rates ranging from 30Hz to a maximum of 144Hz. The AdaptiveSync technology assists in adjusting the refresh rate based on the requirement, instead of maintaining a fixed refresh rate. The display adopts the 144Hz refresh rate when scrolling or gaming, ensuring a smoother scrolling and a better gaming experience. In terms of video-viewing, the Mi 10T integrates Motion Estimation, Motion Compensation (MEMC) technology, which inserts additional frames in low-frame-rate content, increasing frame rate up to 60fps, therefore, improving the fluidity of videos. In addition, the display features Reading Mode 3.0 and Sunlight Display 3.0 for improved indoor and outdoor viewing experiences. The Reading Mode 3.0 assumes paper texture offering eye protection and a customized reading experience, while the Sunlight Display 3.0 increases the contrast for enhanced outdoor viewing. There is a 360° ambient light sensor as well, that effectively adjusts the screen brightness by sensing light from all around the phone. The outperforming display is protected by Triple Corning Gorilla Glass 5.
The Mi 10T incorporates one of the best 5G chipsets, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, which uses the X55 modem for lightning-fast 5G connectivity. The processor with an Octa-Core CPU and Qualcomm Adreno 650 GPU makes gaming in the Mi 10T irresistible. Besides, the improved AI performance of the processor promises an out of the ordinary flagship experience. In terms of UI, the Mi 10T operates on MIUI 12 based on Android 10, ensuring a more interactive user interface. Moreover, the device packs 6GB of RAM or an optional 8GB RAM and a UFS 3.1 Flash Storage providing outstanding read and write speeds over various operations.
The triple rear camera consists of a 64MP high-resolution main camera featuring a Sony IMX682 sensor, a 13MP ultra wide-angle camera with 123° field of view, and a 5MP macro camera capable of operating in the range of 2 to 10 centimeters. The rear camera provides excellent photography features with six long exposure modes letting you capture a moving crowd to even the star trails. Then there is the photo cloning feature that captures four versions of the subject in a single shot, and the Timed Burst feature that snaps photos with a time gap which can also be turned into a video. Besides, the camera supports Night Mode, Raw Mode, and a variety of AI features making it incredible. Moreover, the camera supports video recording up to 8K, slow motion recording up to 1080p, Video Clone that lets record two versions of oneself, and ShootSteady for stabilized videos helping create movie quality content.
Getting to the front, the Mi 10T sports a 20MP punch hole camera with Samsung S5K3T2. Just like the rear camera, the 20 MP front camera also comes equipped with photography features such as Night Mode and Timed Burst. Apart from that, the front camera features face recognition and other AI features. Further, the front camera supports video recording up to 1080p, slow motion recording up to 720p, and Time-lapse selfie video. Another feature to be highlighted is the Dual Video mode that records video through the front and back cameras simultaneously.
The Mi 10T incorporates a massive 5000 mAh battery, which provides enough power for a day of multitasking and gaming. Moreover, the device supports 33W wired dual-split fast charging and includes a 33W fast charger in the box. As a result, the phone can be charged to 50 percent in approximately 30 minutes, and a full charge is attained in around 1 hour.
The Mi 10T arrives in two classy color variants, Cosmic Black and Lunar Silver. As in storage, it comes in two more variants, one with 6GB of RAM and the other 8GB of RAM. Both the variants boast 128GB of internal storage.
Considering the Mi 10T's price tag, Xiaomi ensures a good deal without compromising much on the features. The 6GB+128GB variant of the Mi 10T is priced at Rs. 36,999. Spending approximately another Rs. 2000 can get you the 8GB+128GB variant. Whatever the case, a 5G smartphone delivering a flagship performance is assured.
To sum it all up, the Mi 10T is designed keeping in mind that the phone is to be handy despite offering a big screen. It offers a flat display that is intelligent enough to adjust refresh rates based on usage bringing in a smoother and responsive user interface. The phone performs exceptionally well with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor which is also capable of providing lightning speed 5G connectivity apart from making multitasking and gaming remarkable. Speaking of the cameras, the Mi 10T does a great job in capturing those moments that matter as it is. What's more, the massive battery can easily handle a day of usage. The Mi 10T is a real bargain if you are looking for a flagship performance plus value for money. If you have plans to go for it, you can order your Mi 10T from myG online and get it delivered within 24 hours. Alternatively, you could grab it from myG retail stores.