Reliance JioFiber users now getting double data benefits with annual subscriptions

Reliance Jio is offering double data benefits to its JioFiber broadband users as many people resort to working from home in the midst of the Coronavirus outbreak. With the country under lockdown, broadband consumption has seen a steady rise as many users now have to stay back and work from their respective homes.

As a result, telcos are on their toes to gradually keep adding more subscribers to their broadband services and Jio isn’t an exception. TRAI's latest report states that the number of wired broadband subscribers stood at 19.14 million at the end of 2019 but witnessed a decline of 0.27% by the end of January 2020. 

The JioFiber tariff plans that start from Rs 699 are now receiving an additional double data monthly on an annual subscription to any of the tariff plans.

Reliance Jio’s website has been updated to reflect these new changes with added benefits. JioFiber customers are now eligible to avail additional data benefits starting from 200GB to  5,000GB add-on data.

Reliance Jio double data benefits on annual subscriptions

Reliance is offering double data benefits to subscribers of its JioFiber annual plans. JioFiber Bronze plan is priced at Rs 699 and comes with 350GB data usage limit now. This includes the 100GB worth of data, double data benefit due to lockdown and annual plan benefit that gives additional 100GB data, totalling up to 350GB. If you subscribe to the annual Bronze plan, it will cost you around Rs 8,388.

Similarly, the Silver plan is priced at Rs 10,188 annually and offers up to 800GB worth of high-speed broadband data. This includes 200GB plan benefit, double data benefit due to lockdown, 200GB introductory data and 200GB annual plan benefit.

The Gold plan is priced at Rs 15,588 and offers speeds up to 250Mbps with 1,750GB worth data. This includes 500GB plan benefits, additional double data benefits of 500GB and introductory data benefit worth 250GB. If anyone subscribes to annual Gold plan, they are further entitled to get 500GB worth of data as per the new offer.

JioFiber’s Diamond plan is priced at Rs 29,988 and offers speeds up to 500Mbps with up to 4,000GB data limit. This includes 1,250GB plan benefit, another 1,250GB double data benefit due to lockdown, 250GB introductory data and 1,250GB annual data benefits if subscribed annually.

The Platinum tariff plan is priced at Rs 47,988 annually and offers speeds up to 1Gbps with up to 7,500GB worth of data. This includes 2,500GB plan benefits along with double data and annual plan benefits that total up to 7,500GB data.

JioFiber’s Titanium plan is priced at Rs 1,01,988 annually and offers 15,000GB worth of data benefits including double data and annual plan benefits.

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Motorola Moto G Fast key specifications leaked ahead of the official launch

Motorola Moto G Fast has been leaked in its entirety, thanks to the Motorola US YouTube channel that posted an official video of the phone in question. By the looks of it, the Moto G Fast is an entry-level smartphone and doesn’t have a lot to boast about except, of course, the basics.

The official video was first spotted by PulseMouse but was taken down by Motorola US in an attempt to get a hold of the situation. However, the video was re-uploaded by some eagle-eyed YouTube channels. There are rumours that the Moto G Fast could be a toned-down version of the Moto G Power. Having said that, let’s take a brief look at the specifications of the Moto G Fast.

Moto G Fast specifications

The Moto G Fast is confirmed to be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and is paired with 3GB of RAM. The phone has a triple camera setup on the back the consists of an ultra-wide-angle camera with 118-degree field-of-view and a macro lens as well.

From the promo video, the phone can be seen with a punch-hole cutout on the front for the selfie camera which has become a common sight on smartphones these days.

There’s a fingerprint sensor on the phone in the form of the Motorola batwing insignia.

The Moto G Fast is claimed to have a two-day battery life which could be a hint at a large 5,000mAh battery. It’s not known whether the phone will support fast charging and will come with a fast-charging adapter in the box.

We’ll know more about the Moto G Fast as we near the launch date. Given that the phone’s promotional content is ready to go, we could see an announcement in the coming days.

 

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OnePlus CEO Pete Lau reveals companys plan to launch affordable smartphones in India soon

OnePlus is getting back at producing affordable smartphones, company CEO Pete Lau officially revealed this in an exclusive chat with Jared Newman of the Fast Company. Lau has hinted that an affordable OnePlus smartphone could be en route to India very soon and it’s likely he’s talking about the much-rumoured OnePlus Z a.k.a OnePlus 8 Lite.

The OnePlus Z was rumoured to be unveiled during the OnePlus 8 series launch event which took place on April 14 but remained a no-show. Subsequent chatter around the purported OnePlus Z on Twitter and online forums hinted that the phone has been postponed to a later date in Summer 2020 due to the Coronavirus outbreak. 

Having said that, the interview is the first time the company has publicly spoken about the plans to launch “affordable phones” with hints to expand into other product categories. “We can look at it as having a more affordable product offering, but all products that still remain up to the OnePlus standard . . . and through this enabling, more people to have access to OnePlus products,” Lau tells the Fast Company through an interpreter.

Why is OnePlus going back to its roots?

There could be myriad reasons as to why OnePlus needs to get back to selling value for money devices. The company that once touted itself proudly as the “flagship killer” has been known to increase the prices of its phones with every new iteration. Starting with the Rs 21,999 ($300) priced OnePlus One to the latest OnePlus 8 series of smartphones that start at Rs 41,999 ($699), the prices of the phones have increased exponentially since the OnePlus 6T series. This could have led to OnePlus losing a significant chunk of early adopters who still expect flagship-grade performance but without paying as high a price as the current crop of OnePlus phones.

This is well reflected in Lau’s statement where he says, “What we’re seeing is that with current products, there’s still a demand from a large consumer base for a more suitable price that enables more consumers to be able to access OnePlus products. That’s really important insight, and it’s something that we’re taking into very serious consideration.”

OnePlus’ decision to launch affordable smartphones comes at a time when most flagship smartphones have essentially vacated the sub-Rs 35,000 segments and now come with exorbitant price tags. The rumoured OnePlus Z can prove to be an important phone for the company, to this effect. 

OnePlus Z leaked specifications

OnePlus’ upcoming affordable phone could feature a 6.4-inch OLED screen with a Full HD+ resolution. It could have a punch-hole cutout at the top for the front-facing 16MP camera. The screen is expected to support a 90Hz refresh rate with a fingerprint reader underneath the display.

OnePlus Z is rumoured to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1000 chip with 5G support and paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. The phone could have a triple camera setup on the back the consists of a primary 48MP camera, a 16MP camera and a 2MP depth sensor.

OnePlus Z could come with 4,000mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging courtesy of Warp Charge 30. It is expected to be priced starting at CNY 2,999 which roughly translates of Rs 32,000 by direct conversion.

We’ll know more about the affordable OnePlus phone as we near the launch which is expected to be held in India first.

 

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Nokia 43-inch Smart TV will launch on June 4 on Flipkart

Nokia has been teasing its 43-inch TV for some time now and it looks like the TV is finally launching on June 4 on Flipkart. The exact pricing of the TV isn't known but it is expected to be priced between Rs 31,000 and Rs 34,000 and will bring with it features like a Dolby Vision. To put things into perspective, Kodak has a 43-inch TV, the 43CA2022 priced at Rs 23,999, and that TV also brings with it Dolby Vision. Coming back to the Nokia 43-inch TV, it is expected to have the same features as its 55-inch sibling, bringing with it sound from JBL and the unique looking stand. 

Nokia 43-inch TV specifications

It looks like the Nokia 43-inch TV will get a lot of features from its elder sibling. The audio from the TV is expected to be powered by JBL. It isn't confirmed whether the TV will be a 4K TV but it's safe to assume that it will be considering it supports Dolby Vision in addition to HDR. The TV is said to run on Android TV out of the box so we can expect it to have the Play Store along with access to all popular streaming services. The 55-inch Nokia TV has a 10-bit ADS panel with 400 nits of brightness. It covers 85-90% of 10-bit colour space. We expect the 43-inch TV to support the same. 

When it comes to audio, the Nokia Smart TV audio is powered by JBL with 24W of sound output. The sound tuning and equalizer are catered to by JBL. The TV has two full-range drivers, front-facing tweeters and down-firing mid and low range drivers. There is no separate woofer. The TV also supports Dolby Audio and DTS TruSurround. The 55-inch Nokia Smart TV runs on a quad-core processor coupled with 2.25GB RAM and 16GB storage and it is possible that the 43-inch TV has the same specs. 

Nokia 43-inch TV Price

The exact pricing of the TV isn't known but it is expected to be priced between Rs 31,000 and Rs 34,000. When it comes to availability, all we know is that the TV will launch on June 4 on Flipkart and we think the TV will go on sale on the same date, but this is something we will have to wait and see. 

If you are in the market to pick up a 43-inch smart TV you can check out our list of the best 43-inch smart TVs here. Realme recently launched a 43-inch TV and you can read more about it here. You can also check out how the Realme 43-inch TV compares to the Xiaomi 43-inch TV here.

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Sony launches ZV-1 a compact camera for vloggers and content creators

Sony has launched a new advanced point and shoot camera, and no, it isn’t an RX-100. The new camera is the Sony ZV1 and is a camera designed for Vloggers and content creators. At first glance, it shares some glaring similarities to the RX-100 series of cameras, but a closer look reveals a number of differences.

The Sony ZV-1 packs a 1" 20-megapixel sensor and a 25.5-70mm F1.8-2.8 lens makes its core specs very familiar. We have seen Sony use this configuration on various version of the popular Sony RX-100 models of the past, but the current RX 100 Mark VII has opted for a different lens configuration. This automatically lends the ZV-1 a reliable heritage, as we’ve seen this combination of sensor and lens win many users over. The ”vlogger” centric features start with the full articulating touchscreen. Then there is also the reworked ergonomics that are more suited for “selfie-style” shooting. Perhaps the biggest feature that’s going to attract vloggers to this camera is Sony’s Eye-AF, a feature that will lock onto the subject’s eye and track it so as to keep the subject in focus. This is a feature that’s found in many modern-day professional mirrorless cameras and its inclusion into the Sony ZV-1 is bound to rack up favourable points for Sony.

In terms of camera specs, the ZV-1’s sensor has an ISO range of 125-12800, offering plenty of room for shooting in all kinds of lighting situations. The camera can record 4K video at 30 fps, with bitrates as high as 100Mbp. For those looking to shoot in FHD, your options for frame rates are more generous, ranging from 24p all the way to 120fps.

Sony has announced that the ZV-1 will launch with a special introductory price of approximately $749 USD, applicable till June 28, 2020. After that, the price will increase to approximately $799 USD. In terms of when the camera will come to India and at what price, those details have not yet been revealed.

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PUBG Mobile to Get ‘Mysterious Jungle’ Mode on June 1, Teaser Reveals

PUBG Mobile is adding a new mode called the “Mysterious Jungle” on June 1. The team behind the highly popular battle royale game teased the arrival of the new mode through a tweet posted on Wednesday.

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Hero Electronix launches Qubo Smart Home Security Camera at Rs 4,290

Hero Electronix has expanded its range of Qubo smart home devices with the addition of the Qubo Smart Home Security Camera. The highlight of the product is the fact that it comes packed with a range of AI-based features that are aimed at making the device much more useable.

AI features

AI features of the Qubo Smart Home Security Camera include Person Detection and Baby Cry Alert. Person Detection utilises AI to analyze the video feed to determine if it has detected a human, only then will it send an alert to the user. General Motion Capture usually sends alerts the user whenever any motion is detected. As for the Baby Cry Alert, it does exactly what it says and alerts the user if it detects a baby crying. The feature allows the camera to be used as a baby monitor. 

The device is also compatible with Alexa and works with any Alexa-enabled device with a display. This can be used to get a live video feed from the camera via voice commands. In order to ensure privacy, the company claims that the feed is secured using the Q-Crypto framework, which is said to ensure all access to the device is only from authenticated and authorized users    

Hardware and price

Hardware-wise, the Qubo Smart Home Security Camera is capable of recording 1080p video with 10x digital zoom and a Night Vision mode. There is also a 2-way communication feature that allows users to have conversations. The camera can also be used outdoors and offers an IP65 rating. The device is priced at Rs 4,290 across leading offline outlets and online channels from next week onwards.

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