Intex today launched its Aqua S7 smartphone


Priced at Rs 9,499, the smartphone is likely pitted against devices like Xiaomi Redmi Note 3, Samsung Galaxy J2 and LeEco Le 1s Eco.

Intex Aqua S7 is also compatible with the recently launched Reliance Jio 4G services. We went hands-on with the Aqua S7 at the launch event, and here are our first impressions of the device



The Intex Aqua S7 is powered by 1.3GHz MediaTek MT6735 processor and it comes with 3GB of RAM. The phone packs 16GB of internal storage that can be expanded via a microSD card. As far as the cameras are concerned, the Intex Aqua S7 packs a 13-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 5-megapixel front shooter for selfies.

The Intex Aqua S7 runs Android 6.0 and is powered by a 3200mAh non removable battery. It measures 142.50 x 72.50 x 8.70 (height x width x thickness) and weighs 150.00 grams.

The Intex Aqua S7 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, FM, 3G, 4G. Sensors on the phone include Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer.

On the performance front, the smartphone carried out various basic tasks smoothly when we tried it. We even tried to launch and switch between various apps, and the phone did not show any lag. This is something that we considered to be a plus, as not all smartphones in budget range can handle too many applications.

Specifications: 


Display

5.00-inch

Processor

1.3GHz

Front Camera

 5-megapixel

Resolution

 720x1280 pixels

RAM

 3GB

OS

 Android 6.0

Storage

16GB

Rear Camera

13-megapixel

Battery capacity

3200mAh

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 With 4100mAh Battery, Helio X20 SoC Launched



Xiaomi, as anticipated, has unveiled the Redmi Note 4 smartphone in China. The latest Redmi Note-series handset will be available in two variants: 2GB of RAM and 16GB inbuilt storage model priced at CNY 899 (approximately Rs. 9,000), and a 3GB of RAM and 64GB storage model priced at CNY 1,199 (approximately Rs. 12,000). Both the variants will go on sale initially in China from August 26 and will be available via the company's online store, Mi.com.


The biggest highlight of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is its metal build. It features a 5.5-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) 2.5D curved glass display and sports a pixel density of 401ppi. It is powered by a deca-core MediaTek Helio X20 coupled with Mali-T880 MP4 GPU. Both the 2GB and 3GB RAM models support expandable storage via microSD card (up to 128GB).

The Redmi Note 4 runs the company's latest MIUI 8 based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. It supports hybrid SIM slot which means users can go with a combination of either dual-SIM cards or one Micro-SIM and one microSD card. It comes with fingerprint scanner which is placed on the back panel right below the primary camera and dual-tone LED flash.

It sports a 13-megapixel rear camera with PDAF (phase detection autofocus) and f/2.0 aperture. There is a 5-megapixel front camera on board as well which Xiaomi claims can click 85-degree wide angle shots. The rear camera can record 1080p videos at 30fps.

Apart from the fingerprint scanner, the Redmi Note 4 also sports an infrared sensor. Connectivity options include GPRS/ EDGE, 3G, 4G with VoLTE, Bluetooth, GPS, Micro-USB, and Glonass. It measures 151x76x8.35mm and weighs 175 grams. The Redmi Note 4 is backed by a 4100mAh battery. The handset will be available in Gold, Grey, and Silver colours.

Display

5.50-inch

Processor

2.1GHz

Front Camera

 5-megapixel

Resolution

 1080x1920 pixels

RAM

 2GB

OS

 Android 6.0

Storage

16GB

Rear Camera

13-megapixel

Battery capacity

4100mAh