Smartron Launches Student Discount Offer Program

Smartron has launched an exclusive student discount offer program. The sleek 2-in-1 convertible laptop, tbook and the stylish smartphone tphone, will now be available at an attractive 10 per cent discount exclusively for students from school to under-graduate level. The same offer will be available across Smartron products and accessories.  

To avail this offer, students have to apply online on Smartron’s student offer page, http://smartron.com/studentoffer. After receiving these applications, Smartron will review and issue a code to the student’s email ID provided. This discount coupon can then be redeemed to  buy products on Smartron’s tstore: tstore.smartron.com.

tbook
Known for its style and substance, the t.book has a distinctive dual tone styling with an all metal unibody. A convenient workstation, powered by Intel Core M processor and a Microsoft Windows 10 Operating System, the t.book is an ideal device for students to enjoy a read and learn no matter where they are.

tphone
The stylish ultra-thin dual sim tphone is known for its lightning fast performance. It has 64 GB inbuilt memory with an expandable SD card slot and all Smartron users gets the exclusive privilege of unlimited cloud storage on tcloud. The 5.5 inch tphone also comes with a Gorillas Glass 3 with Apical Assertive Display technology for exceptional outdoor visibility. Hence, students can be assured that they will not have a problem reading on their tphone.

Smartron devices will enable young minds to make the most out of the ‘tron experience’ (tronx), a platform built on the concept of Internet of Trons (IoT).

Micromax Launches Canvas Spark 4G At Rs 4999

Micromax Informatics, India’s largest mobile brand and the world’s 10th largest smartphone brand, today announced a fresh addition to its hugely successful Spark series - Canvas Spark 4G. The Canvas Spark 4G is the first smartphone in Spark range from Micromax to feature 4G LTE capability. Launched exclusively on Snapdeal, the Micromax Canvas Spark 4G aims to make 4G enabled devices available to consumers in at a competitive price tag of Rs. 4999. 

Speaking on the occasion of launch of the phone, Mr Shubhajit Sen, Chief Marketing Officer, Micromax Informatics said, “The consumer response to the Spark series has been phenomenal. With the Canvas Spark 4G, we wish to drive the adoption of 4G amongst consumers and give them a competitive product. Consumer demand is constantly shifting towards devices offering multi-tasking capabilities, 24x7 data connectivity with increased video consumption and real-time mobility solutions."

The Canvas Spark 4G  features a 5-inch IPS display and is powered by 1.3 Ghz Quad core Spreadtrum Processor coupled with 1GB Ram. The device has an inbuilt 8gb memory. The Canvas Spark 4G Q4201 houses a 2,000 mAh Battery and has Android Marshmallow 6.0 OS. It features a 5MP Rear Camera and 2MP Front facing Camera

Boltt Unveils The Explorer Campaign #MyBolttPass

An Indian fitness startup taking on the big players to transform the sport tech and wearable space, Boltt is all set to push the boundaries of the health conscious. Making a paradigmatic shift in the way we use fitn wearables, Boltt is all geared up to help you identify a new version of ‘You’, with the launch of the Global Explorer Campaign, #MyBolttPass.

The campaign is a call out to all enthusiastic, determined, strong-willed fitness souls who makes an effort to build a perfect lifestyle. It targets those who takes the chance to healthy living and with every morning, they keep moving. The campaign unveils with the #MyBolttMove initiative which invites everyone to share their endeavor to a healthy lifestyle and avail advanced AI enabled Boltt products.

A sneak peak of the products:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2KU_eeLo3I

The initiative is a shout out to every effort taken at an individualistic level to stay healthy. It is to recognize those inspired moments which broke off the fringes of fear, conquered weaknesses, overcame the inner battles and  walked towards being the master of your mind. Every conscious effort made to healthy living discovers the New YOU and Boltt is calling out to all those stories from every corner of the world to create the Boltt movement.

Join the movement and share your fitness stories which demonstrate unrelenting spirit towards healthier living -

    -Join #MyBolttMove & get a chance to win exclusive Boltt wearables
    -Explorer Campaign to identify early adopters & fitness freaks

Boltt pass is your golden ticket to take home Boltt smart wearable kit for FREE. The smart kit includes Boltt smart shoes,smart band and a free subscription to AI-powered mobile app. #MyBolttPass will carry a unique coupon code which can be redeemed at the time of pre-order on Kickstarter.

'MobiKwik on delivery' To Replace 'Cash on Delivery' For Leading e-commerce Companies

MobiKwik, India’s largest independent mobile wallet with over 35 million users and a network of over 100000 merchants, today announced that it will be offering ‘MobiKwik on delivery’ option for e-tailers to replace ‘Cash on Delivery’ and overcome the challenges being faced by the phasing out of Rs. 500 and Rs. 1000 notes. Currently, MobiKwik supports cashless payments at Myntra, Jabong, Big Basket, Grofers, ZopNow and many other leading online retailers.

The service is being offered by MobiKwik, pan India and e-tailers can add ‘MobiKwik on Delivery’ to their platform right away.

MobiKwik also registered over 2000% increase in add money since the announcement of currency notes ban. The company has seen tremendous growth in merchant requests and user transactions as well.

The boldest initiative till date in revolutionizing payments came as a surprise on November 8, 2016, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced phasing out of Rs. 500 and Rs. 1000 currency notes. However, the move has been well accepted by users and merchants across India and will be a milestone in addressing the black money issue in India.

XOLO Black 1x Gets Marshmallow Update

XOLO has rolled out the Android Marshmallow update for Black 1X smartphone in India.  Xolo Black 1X was initially launched with Lollipop operating system.

The update is rolled out over-the-air and will require 1.2GB free space to upgrade. The key steps to be followed for the upgrade are –
•         Go to Menu-> Ota Hub->Software update-> the device will detect the update package present online
•        Alternatively, user can also select “Check for updates”
•        Software update notification window will appear with details of the update.
•        Click “OK” to download the update package.
•        Once download done, Click the option of “Install update”

Once installation is complete, device will restart and will update to latest SW Version.

BLACK 1X is powered by an Octa-Core processor with64-bit CPU architecture and integrated 4G LTE. The device comes loaded with LPDDR3 3GB RAM and 32GB internal memory. The device sports a 13 MP rear camera with Phase Detection Auto Focus (PDAF) technology and 5MP front camera with front flash. The smartphone features a 12.7 cm (5), Full HD On-Cell IPS display with a pixel density of 441 PPI. The device is powered by 2400 Li-Pol mAH battery.

Panasonic India expands its P-series by launching Panasonic P71

Panasonic India has unveiled its new smartphone in the affordable P series – P71. The smartphone is Panasonic’s latest offering in the successful P-series.

The Dual SIM - 4G VoLTE enabled smartphone packs a fine combination of power, performance and usability and makes you experience connectivity like never before. The handset packs a powerful 1.25 GHz processor with a 2GB RAM that not only lets the user multitask smoothly, but also caters to an enhanced gaming experience. The dual SIM smartphone has a 2000 mAh battery which offers long hours of talk time and browsing experience. The P71 with all its features weighs in at only 138 gm. And has Android Marshmallow 6.0 with a 16GB memory expandable upto 32GB.

The new P71 is integrated with 8 MP rear camera with flash and 2MP front camera offers numerous photography options for different scenarios. For connectivity, the device has a dual SIM configuration, direct Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Equipped with 2000 mAH battery with optimized power management software, it ensures longer usage without a charge.

For photography enthusiasts, the smartphone comes bundled with an 8MP Rear Camera and a 2MP front camera that gives the user crystal clear photos. P75 is available in two colors - Ivory Gold and Dim Gray Black making you stand out from the crowd. The phone also comes in a 1GB variant.

It is available at an attractive price of INR P71 1GB - INR 7,490/, P71 2GB - INR 8,190 /-

Now Recharge BEST Bus Passes On The Ridlr Mobile Application

BEST commuters can now say goodbye to traveling every month to a bus depot and standing in a queue to recharge their BEST bus passes, thanks to this new digital initiative by BEST.

While outsiders may call it one of the best and most intricate in the world, anybody who has actually lived by the experience of using public transport in Mumbai will know how cumbersome it can really get, particularly during peak hours. BEST, which is one of the lifelines of Mumbai and the largest bus agencies in India, has been looking to leverage technology to make commuting hassle free for Mumbaikars. This objective coupled with increased smartphone and mobile data usage has led BEST to involve Ridlr, in association with Trimax, to become their official mobile ticketing partners.

As part of the initial launch, commuters can now recharge their BEST bus passes on Ridlr and can also book mobile tickets on all BEST AC routes. In this way, BEST is trying to ensure that their loyal consumers do not have to take the pain of going all the way to the bus depot and stand in queues to renew their passes. As part of the launch, early adopters will also be given cashback of upto Rs. 100 by Ridlr and its wallet partner.

To recharge the bus pass, customers need to download the Ridlr android app from Google Play Store and create their profile and add money in their wallet. Post this, they just need to add their pass details to recharge their pass anytime which, they can validate with the conductor within 3 days. Customers can now recharge all fixed amount passes and single route distance passes, among the concession passes, service will only be available for senior citizen passes.

BEST has also launched the mobile ticketing feature on select AC routes as well, and soon shall make it available across all BEST buses, along with mobile Pass and daily pass renewal options on Ridlr.