MEDOLOGY

• Sony Xperia Z3 vs LG G3 Photo Gallery
• Microsoft CEO Nadella visits Xiaomi's Lei Jun, What's cooking?
• New Moto G gets a new software update, makes Google Now Launcher default
• Micromax Canvas 4 Plus A315 with 5-inch HD AMOLED display now available for Rs. 16750
• Intex Aqua Star and Aqua Star Power with Android 4.4 launched for Rs. 6990 and Rs. 7490
• Samsung Galaxy Alpha launched in India for Rs. 39990

Sony Xperia Z3 vs LG G3 Photo Gallery Sony launched its flagship phone the Xperia Z3 in India yesterday for Rs 51,990 while LG's flagship device was launched in July for Rs 47,990. We have already reviewed the Z3 and the LG G3  and now we are bringing you the comparison gallery of these two flagship smartphones. The Xperia Z3 sports a 5.2-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Triluminos Display while the LG G3 has a 5.5-inch (2560×1440 pixels) Quad HD IPS display at 538 ppi.  The former measures 7.3mm thick and weighs 152 grams while the latter measure 9.1mm thick and weighs 151 grams. The Xperia Z3 has a 2.2MP front-facing camera with 1080p video recording while the LG G3 comes with a 2.1MP front-facing camera. Both the devices have on screen touch buttons and no physical buttons. The Xperia Z3 has a microphone / speaker grill below the display. The Xperia Z3 has the trademark aluminium power button at the center on the right side of the device with the micro SD card slot and the volume rockers. While the LG G3 has no keys or buttons on the sides. The Z3 has the microUSB port along with a dock connector on the left side while LG G 3 is plain. The Xperia Z3 has no buttons at the back ...

Microsoft CEO Nadella visits Xiaomi's Lei Jun, What's cooking? China is a market that bears a lot of resemblance to its Indian counterpart. This also means that there's a lot of undiscovered talent in China, waiting to get the required exposure. This is what Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella feels. Both companies are very different in their approach to the consumer electronics market. But the fact that Nadella visited Lei Jun during his recent trip to China suggests that there could be some common ground, on which the companies would want to build. Xiaomi's devices most often find use in indie users, whereas Microsoft's offerings target the corporate consumer. If at all anything materializes, it could open the door to a whole new segment of buyers for both companies. Microsoft could do with Xiaomi's hardware expertise, whereas Microsoft's experience in the corporate world would keep Xiaomi tempted. So, what could we see next? The way Microsoft has been promoting its Windows OS -- it recently made it free of cost for devices under 9-inches of screen -- it wouldn't be a surprise to see something like say, a Windows powered Xiaomi Mi Pad, or even a Windows Phone powered Xiaomi Mi 4. Of course, this is mere speculation; there's still some time, we believe, ...

New Moto G gets a new software update, makes Google Now Launcher default Motorola launched the new Moto G (2nd Gen) in India earlier this month running on the latest Android 4.4.4 (KitKat). Motorola has pushed out a minor software update for the smartphone in several countries, including India. According to the official changelog, the update replaces the default launcher with the Google Now launcher and also includes some bug fixes. According to XDA users, the update also changes the Powered by Android Bootimage with a new design and the has some improvements in the auto brightness.  Google Now Launcher is now the default launcher in all the Android One devices, so other Motorola smartphones could also get the update to make the Google Now Launcher as the default launcher. Last month Google opened up the Google Now Launcher for all the devices running Android 4.1 or higher. The new v21.11.23 update for the new Motorola Moto G is 120.8MB and is available over-the-air. You can go to Settings -> About -> System updates -> Check now to check for the updates manually.

Micromax Canvas 4 Plus A315 with 5-inch HD AMOLED display now available for Rs. 16750 Micromax Canvas 4 Plus A315, the company's latest smartphone in the Canvas series is now available from eBay.in and Infibeam. It packs a 5-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) AMOLED display, powered by a 1.7 GHz octa-core MediaTek processor and runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat). It features a 13-megapixel auto focus rear camera with LED Flash and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. It has 1GB RAM, 16GB of internal storage with expansion slot and packs a 2000 mAh battery. The company launched the Canvas Nitro A310 with a 5-inch HD display and 2GB RAM earlier this month. Micromax Canvas 4 Plus A315 specifications 5-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) AMOLED display 1.7 GHz Octa-Core MediaTek MT6592 processor with 700MHz Mali 450 GPU 1GB RAM, 16GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 32GB with microSD Dual SIM Android 4.4 (KitKat) 13MP autofocus rear camera with LED Flash 5MP front-facing camera 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio 3G HSPA+, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS 2000 mAh battery The Micromax Canvas 4 Plus A315 comes in White with Gold and Black colors and is priced at Rs. 16,750 online. It is expected to launch officially in coming weeks.

Intex Aqua Star and Aqua Star Power with Android 4.4 launched for Rs. 6990 and Rs. 7490 Intex technologies has launched the Aqua Star and the Aqua Star Power along with the Aqua Star HD. The Aqua Star has a 5-inch FWVGA screen, while the Aqua Star Power comes with a 4.5-inch FWVGA screen. Both these have a 1.3 GHz quad-core processor, Android 4.4 (KitKat), 8-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, 2-megapixel front-facing camera, dual SIM support and 3G connectivity.  As the name suggests, the Aqua Star Power has a 3000mAh battery and the Aqua Star has a 2000 mAh battery. Commenting about the new Aqua Star Power, Sanjay Kumar Kalirona, Mobile Business Head, Intex Technologies said, At Intex, we believe in offering what the customer needs and we felt the need to work towards a product that could address the issue of battery life. With Intex Aqua Star Power, we hope to address the concerns of mobile users who are active on social media platforms and enjoy gaming on their smartphones. Intex Aqua Star specifications 5-inch (854 x 480 pixels) display 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6582M processor 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 32GB with MicroSD Android 4.4 (KitKat) Dual SIM 8MP rear camera with LED Flash 2MP front-facing camera 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio 8mm thick and weighs 130 grams 3G HSPA+, WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS 2000 mAh battery Intex Aqua Star ...

Samsung Galaxy Alpha launched in India for Rs. 39990 Samsung has launched the Galaxy Alpha, the company's first smartphone with an unique metal frame and 6.7mm slim body. It was unveiled last month and packs a 4.7-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) Super AMOLED display, powered by a Octa-Core Exynos (1.8GHz Quad + 1.3GHz Quad) processor and runs on Android 4.4.4 (KitKat). It has a 12-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a 2.1-megapixel front-facing camera. The removable back cover has smooth finish. It has Finger Scanner for a secure, biometric screen locking feature and mobile payments and a built-in heart rate monitor. We got to check out the Galaxy Alpha at the IFA earlier this month, check out the hands-on video. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qWluzOJGSJc At the launch, S.K. Kim, Managing Director, Sales, Samsung Electronics, India said, As the market leader, Samsung has significantly contributed to the market growth by setting new benchmarks in offering the best-in-class technology and products. With the launch of Galaxy Alpha, Samsung is announcing a new design approach to satiate customer demands for an irresistibly stunning and stylish product. This revolutionary product will change the dynamics of the premium smartphone segment in India. Asim Warsi, VP, Mobile & IT, Samsung India, said. The Galaxy Alpha was built and designed based on the specific desires of the consumers. With ...