Huawei Ascend Mate Price in India – Rs. 24,900

Launched primarily in war against Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3, Huawei entered the 6 inch tablet market with its promising phablet, Huawei Ascend Mate 6.1. As the name suggests, Ascend Mate boasts a huge 6.1-inch display with 1280 x 720p HD resolution, translating it to 241ppi pixel density.

The screen appears undoubtedly big, offers crisp text and brings out everything alive on screen with bright colors. Equally impressive is the sensitivity of the screen which response even while wearing gloves.

The phablet will be running Android Jelly Bean v4.1 straight out of the box and has been optimized with Huawei’s Emotion UI. Just like HTC Sense and Samsung TouchWiz, the Emotion UI from Huawei will be bringing features on the screen that can’t be seen in the other android smartphones. The Phablet accompanies promised upgrade to Android 4.2, from currently running v4.1 android.

Running all the show in Huawei Ascend Mate 6.1 Phablet is a quad-core processor from the company itself, coupled with 2GB RAM. Though Huawei processors are not that popular in India, but the company claims with such good software optimizations, Huawei Ascend Mate is extremely smooth to use.

The 6.5mm sleek body of Huawei Ascend Mate is slimmer than iPhone5 but its curvier back distinguishes it from the rest. The textured plastic of Huawei Ascend Mate 6.1 feels good in hand and equally good is the 8MP camera resting on the back of the phone.

Huawei Ascend Mate Specifications

• Display : 6.1 Inch, IPS+ LCD Capacitive Touchscreen (720 x 1280 Pixels)
• CPU : Quad-core 1.5 GHz
• Operating System : Android v4.1, Jelly Bean
• RAM : 2 GB
• Micro SD Card Slot : Up to 32 GB
• Sim Slot : Single
• Camera
  • Rear : 8 MP Auto-focus with LED Flash
  • Front : 1 MP, 720p@30fps
• Connectivity : Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth v4.0, MicroUSB, 3G
• Battery : Li-Ion 4050 mAh
• Thickness : 9.9 mm
• Features
  • Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Emotion UI
  • Dolby mobile sound enhancement

Porsche Cayman S Price in India – Rs. 92.28 Lakhs

(Ex-Showroom Price)

The second generation Porsche Cayman is a perfect 2-seater sports coupe which has been re-tuned and re-engineered to give faster performance and meet revolutionary frugality standard. For that matter, the new Porsche Cayman S has been designed not only to be lighter but also has a wider track and longer wheel base.

The new Porsche Cayman was first introduced in 2005 and it took no time for the vehicle to become one of the best driven cars in the world with its unmatched agility and sharp handling. The Cayman version then was powered by 2.7Liter engine but the new Porsche Cayman S launched in India will be powered with bigger engine that offers better power output.

Inspired from Porsche Boxter, the new Porsche Cayman S resembles a lot in terms of design and aesthetics with its sibling. The new Cayman S will be 30kgs lighter than its previous model which has resulted in significant boosting of power to weight ratio.  The company engineers have brought into use lightweight aluminum extensively with steel body for ensuring more lightness and rigidity.

Depending upon the model and equipment, the company claims that this lighter Cayman S version consumes lesser fuel/100 km, up to 15% less than its predecessor, despite higher engine and driving performance.

The new Porsche Cayman is powered with 3.4liter, flat-6 engine that can produce whopping 325HP of power and the peak torque of 370Nm. The new Cayman S has been added with optional 7-speed PDK gearbox that reaches 0 to 100kmph in just 4.9seconds. There’s also a Sports Chrono package available for Cayman that can bring that to 4.7 for touching similar speed. The new Cayman S can attain top speed of 281kmph.

Porsche, in India, is owned by Volkswagen Group and is currently the sole importer of luxury cars from the company including Porsche 911, Boxster S, Cayenne, Panamera and now Porsche Cayman S.

Porsche Cayman S Specifications

• Engine : 6 Cylinder
• Displacement : 3436cc
• Max. Power : 325hp @ 7400rpm
• Max. Torque : 370Nm @ 4500-5800rpm
• Transmission : 6 Speed, Manual
• Top speed : 283 kmph
• Acceleration (0-100 kmph) : 5 Secs
• Fuel Tank Capacity : 64 ltrs
• Wheelbase : 2475mm

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Price in India

(Ex-Showroom Price)
Maruti Ertiga Petrol

• Maruti Ertiga Lxi Bs Iv – Rs. 5,98,900
• Maruti Ertiga Vxi Bs Iv – Rs. 6,69,900
• Maruti Ertiga Vxi Abs Bs Iv – Rs. 6,77,900
• Maruti Ertiga Zxi Bs Iv – Rs. 7,50,900

Maruti Ertiga CNG

• Maruti Ertiga Lxi CNG – Rs. 6,52,300
• Maruti Ertiga Vxi CNG – Rs. 7,29,900

Maruti Ertiga Diesel

• Maruti Ertiga Ldi Bs Iv – Rs. 7,39,900
• Maruti Ertiga Vdi Bs Iv – Rs. 8,04,900
• Maruti Ertiga Zdi Bs Iv – Rs. 8,70,900

The Ertiga unlike conventional MPV with traditional body-on-frame format is based around Swift’s monocoque platform that makes it a good car to ride. For a moment you may be confused for Ertiga’s Ritz-like looks but its clever packaging, longer wheelbase and generous space makes it a decent MPV. The things that will strike you the most are its tall and good proportions.

Indian buyers, particularly, look for car that can fit all their transport requisites, be it related to moving people or luggage. To a great extent, this approach has led to increase in the popularity of MPVs in India and Ertiga is undoubtedly one decent MPV that actually abounds seating space for seven people.

The driving position on Maruti Suzuki Ertiga isn’t too high as in a standard MPV but pertaining to its low-slung station wagon image, this seems perfectly fine. The A-pillar does tend to create hassles in driving, but as you get used to that, Ertiga feels no less than a toy in the busy city traffic. All the three seating rows offer generous space, with second row slides can be supports sliding according to your needs.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is sold in petrol, CNG and diesel engine options, with power coming from K-Series lineup, in Petrol variant. The 1.4Liter K14A engine is extremely refined and feels smooth and churns out 94BHP power and the peak torque of 130Nm. The engine gives good rev range while it short gear ratios ensure good drivability.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga petrol is definitely a fun-on-the-run type and employs fuel efficient K-Series engine from the company. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga mileage is the best in its class at 16.01kmpl.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Diesel, on the other hand, employs DDIS lineup; the 1.3L variable geometry turbo churns out 89BHP and 200Nm. The diesel engine is not as free-revving as petrol and claims mileage of 20.77kmpl for diesel.

Whats New in Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

• New Engine Options
• Based on Swift platform
• Suspension tuned for Indian Roads
• Good ground clearance
• Long Wheelbase
• Great Mileage

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Specifications

• Engine : 4 Cyl, K-Series (Petrol/CNG) / 4 Cyl, DDiS (Diesel)
• Displacement : 1373cc (Petrol/CNG) / 1248cc (Diesel)
• Max. Power : 95PS @ 6000rpm (Petrol) / 82PS @ 6000rpm (CNG)/ 90PS @ 4000rpm (Diesel)
• Max. Torque : 130Nm @ 400rpm (Petrol) / 110Nm @ 4000rpm (CNG) / 200Nm @ 1750rpm (Diesel)
• Transmission : 5 Speed, Manual
• Top speed : 170 kmph (Petrol) / 160 kmph (Diesel)
• Mileage : 16.1 kmpl (Petrol) / 22.8 kmpl (CNG) / 20.7 kmpl (Diesel)
• Tyre Size : 185/65R15
• Front/Rear Suspension : MacPherson Strut / Torsion Beam
• Front/Rear Brakes : Disc / Drum
• Fuel Tank Capacity : 45 ltrs (Petrol/Diesel) / 60 ltrs (CNG)

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Colors

• Fire Brick Red
• Ecru Beige
• Serene Blue
• Silky Silver
• Dusky Brown
• Granite Grey
• Superior White

Design and Styling

Vespa, being the oldest out of the three scooters, has been updated lately with shiny 200 mm disc brake on the front with wider grab rail, broader seat in the option of beige color and new meters. There’s no compromise over its retro adaptation and why should it? It’s the prime selling point of Vespa VX.

Yamaha Ray has been part of Indian Scooter market for more than a year, as the sole entry from Japanese auto giant.  Yamaha Ray Z, the ‘bro’ version of Ray, was launched a few weeks ago and particularly designed for men ride. The new Ray Z has been given visor on the handlebar fairing, a complicated looking grab rail, carbon-finished seats and a red-colored rear suspension springs.

Following its sibling, Honda Activa-i has got totally novel things in his bunch. Reducing the bulbous shape of Activa, the new scooter has been designed using the styling line from Hero MotoCorp Pleasure, and the front fascia from, Honda Aviator. On the whole, Honda Activa-I has new front apron, different tail lamp treatment and less sheet metal on the body.

Mechanicals

Mechanically, all the scooters will be carrying on the same configuration as their siblings. That means, Piaggio Vespa VX will be powered by peppy 10PS 125cc engine, Yamaha Ray Z gets 7.1PS 113cc engine with updated roller-rockers and carburettor and Activa-i uses HET-ified 110cc engine. Along with updated suspension, Yamaha Ray Z has got some frame bits. If mileage is considered, competition between Vespa VX and Honda Activa I is similar at 60kmpl but Yamaha Ray Z is slightly less fuel efficient, claiming 53kmpl mileage.

Other features

Apart from some handful of changes on body and graphics, Piaggio Vespa VX has been added with 200mm front disc brake to the package. On the other hand, Yamaha Ray Z vs Honda Activa I competition is equitably handled by Ray’s 130mm drums at both ends and Honda’s Combi Braking System (CBS).

Pricing

There’s no announcement of prices of Vespa VX till date but it is expected to be Rs.2,500 costlier than standard variant that cost around Rs.59, 996. The cheapest of the lost is Honda Activa-i at Rs.44, 200 while Yamaha Ray Z price in India is approx. Rs.48, 500.

Honda Activa i vs Yamaha Ray Z vs Piaggio Vespa

HTC Desire 200 Price in India – Not Announced

The new HTC Desire 200 features a 3.5inch LCD screen that supports the screen 320 x 480 pixels resolution. It will feature HTC Sense UI layer on the top of the phone, optimized with Android’s obsolete version, Ice Cream Sandwich.

The phone is also expected to have an earpiece similar to that of HTC One’s front speaker grills. There will be three capacitive touch buttons following its 3.5inch screen, just like most of HTC phones, especially belonging to Desire Series. On its rear, the phone looks similar to that of HTC Desire C and also come along with Beats Audio, which could be well make out from its branding at the back panel.

The new entry-level android smartphone, HTC Desire 200 features a 1GHz single core processor, coupled with 512MB RAM. There are huge chances that its below than expectation screen resolution and RAM might limit its appeal in the smartphone market where hardware specifications are receiving a bump with declining price.

HTC Desire 200 will be featuring 4GB internal storage which is expandable via MicroSD card. The users can bring into use its 5MP rear camera for clicking images but for night shots, HTC Desire 200 doesn’t come with Flash unit. Inside, there’s a 1, 400mAh battery unit that will handle your all day browsing, chatting, gaming and applications usage.

HTC Desire 200 Specifications

• Display : 3.5 Inch, Capacitive Touchscreen (320 x 480 Pixels)
• CPU : 1 Ghz
• Operating System : Android v4.0, ICS
• RAM : 512 MB
• Internal Memory : 4 GB
• MicroSD Card Slot : Up to 32 GB
• Sim Slot : Single
• Camera
  • Rear : 5 MP
  • Front : No
• Connectivity : Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, MicroUSB, 3G
• Battery : Lithium Polymer 1400 mAh

Micromax Canvas 4 Price in India – Rs. 20,000

(Expected)

As an update to much popular Micromax Canvas HD smartphone, the new upcoming Micromax Canvas 4 will be powered with an eight-core processor, just like Samsung’s flagship, Galaxy S4.

In the first blink-and-miss teaser, Micromax Canvas 4 has been reviewed from all angles in its brief glimpse. It could be well figured out that Micromax Canvas 4 features back panel with a brushed-aluminium look, but there’s no confirmation whether it is actually metal or not.

Apart from that, the edges of the phone are expected to be chrome-plated, similar to Canvas HD. The most exciting parts is that that there are chances that Micromax Canvas 4 might be a unibody construction, as teaser could give a glimpse of a SIM tray on the right edge of the phone.

The camera lens of Micromax Canvas 4 has been placed at the top-left corner of the back while its second teaser has been seen giving a sneak peek of its 13MP sensor and LED Flash placed along. The camera has been deeply recessed to protect it from scratches. Overall, Micromax Canvas 4 will have a distinct look, far from its generic appearance, something we haven’t seen in the past.

Micromax in the beginning of this year had said that it will launch a total of 30 smartphones in 2013. Since then, the Indian smartphone company has rolled out many devices including Canvas HD, Canvas 3D, Canvas Viva, Bolt A35 and Canvas Music.

Following the ambitious plan to emerge as the largest phone seller in India, ahead of market leader Samsung and Nokia, Micromax has been busy developing vast and diverse range of cost effective and affordable phones in India. In January, the company claimed to have shipped around 1.89Lacs phablets in last quarter of 2012, as compared to 1.89Lacs units sold by South Korean electronics giant, Samsung.

Lenovo Thinkpad Helix Price in India – Rs. 75,000

(Expected)

To begin with Lenovo ThinkPad Helix Specifications, the tablet part of ultrabook is an excellent device in its own right; the moment you add keyboard dock to it, Lenovo ThinkPad Helix feels nothing more than a regular laptop.

With an 11.6inch screen size, the new Lenovo ThinkPad Helix tablet offers plenty of pixels on its full HD screen and everything on its screen appears sharp and vibrant. Thankfully, this IPS display doesn’t disappoint you with its viewing angles and also combat the reflections that come off its protective Gorilla Glass.

At 12mm thick minus keyboard and 21mm with keyboard thickness it actually meets the criteria of a standard ultrabook as per Intel thickness specifications. Inside, the new Lenovo ThinkPad Helix has a potent configuration of Intel Core i5-3427U CPU (also available with an i7), 4GB DDR3 RAM and 180GB Intel SSD. Since it is basically aimed at Business users, Lenovo has also included a vPro Chipset, Pro Version of Windows 8, an Ethernet Dongle and a Trusted Platform Module 1.2.

On the rear, lenovo thinkpad helix convertible ultrabook tablet pc incorporates a 5MP rear-facing camera that captures pretty good shots in daylight while its front 2MP camera seems good for video chat. Some of the other Lenovo ThinkPad Helix features include built-in 3G Mobile Broadband, NFC, USB 2.0 Port, a Mini Display Port, two USB 3.0 ports, a Mini DisplayPort output and a dual-band Wi-Fi. There’s no SD card slot, if by any chance you are looking forward to make data transfer using that.

The USP of Lenovo ThinkPad Helix windows 8 convertible still lies in its dual battery setup with both tablet and Keyboard base having two separate batteries. With this, the Lenovo device can let you work, browse, surf, chat, mail, play or do every possible thing for up to 10 hours of battery usage (in tablet+ mode and clamshell mode).

Lenovo ThinkPad Helix Specifications

Intex Aqua I-5 Price in India – Rs. 11,690

Aimed at budget-conscious audience, Intex Aqua I-5 smartphone has been launched to give users benefits of high-end smartphones in affordable price. The latest from Aqua Series will be boasting a 5 inch qHD capacitive touchscreen, supporting 950 x 540 pixels resolution. The phone will be running on Android v4.2 (Jelly Bean) straight out-of-the-box.

Running all the show in Intex Aqua is a 1.2GHz quad-core processor that has been mated with 1GB RAM. Internally, Intex Aqua i-5 will be packed with 4GB internal storage which can be supplemented with memory card for expansion up to 32GB.

Camera wise, Intex Aqua i-5 smartphone will be incorporating a 12MP rear auto-focus camera that accompanies a flash. Quite interestingly, the rear camera is supported by five layers lenses and a BSI Sensor. For those look-conscious people and avid video callers, Intex Aqua i-5 also comes with 2MP front camera.

The flagship model of Intex Aqua Series, aqua I-5 will be available in two color options of black and white, which has been accompanied with free flap cover. There’s a 2, 000mAh battery which not only promises to give excellent browsing time but also provides talk time of up to 5 hours. The phone will give dual SIM access, both supporting GSM network connectivity.

Some of the other connectivity options in Intex Aqua I-5 dual SIM phone include Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity. Also, new Intex Aqua I-5 features Environment Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Motion Sensor and G Sensor.

Intex Aqua i-5 Specifications

• Display : 5 Inch, qHDCapacitive Touchscreen (960 x 540 Pixels)
• CPU : Quad-core 1.2 Ghz
• Chipset : MediaTek MT6589M
• Operating System : Android v4.2, Jelly Bean
• RAM : 1 GB
• Internal Memory : 4 GB
• MicroSD Card Slot : Up to 32 GB
• Sim Slot : Dual Sim (GSM + GSM)
• Camera
  • Rear : 12 MP
  • Front : 2 MP
  • Features : Autofocus, LED Flash
• Connectivity : Wi-Fi 802.11, Bluetooth, MicroUSB, 3G
• Battery : Lithium Polymer 2000 mAh

Hyundai Verna Fluidic Price in India

(Ex-Showroom Price)

• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.4 VTVT – Rs. 7,23,900
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.6 VTVT EX – Rs. 8,15,800
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.4 CRDi – Rs. 8,45,800
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.6 SX VTVT – Rs. 8,61,000
• Hyundai Verna 1.6 VTVT EX AT – Rs. 8,88,700
• Hyundai Verna 1.4 EX – Rs. 9,22,700
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.6 SX VTVT (O) – Rs. 9,33,900
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.6 CRDi EX – Rs. 9,47,900
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.6 SX CRDi – Rs. 9,93,200
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.6 SX VTVT AT – Rs. 10,06,800
• Hyundai Verna 1.6 CRDi EX AT – Rs. 10,20,800
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic 1.6 SX CRDi (O) – Rs. 10,66,100
• Hyundai Verna Fluidic SX CRDi AT – Rs. 11,39,000

Inspired by Hyundai’s Fluidic Sculpture philosophy, Verna truly complements the natural rhythm of life, blending power with style. While it uninterrupted curves give it a coupe like sporty look, the aerodynamic exterior perfectly complements its ergonomic interiors that together redefines brilliance. Right from the ‘V’ imbibed on its hexagonal grill to its distinctive L-shaped fog lights, Hyundai Verna Fluidic has every bit that is enough to grab attention of Indian buyers.

Equally enticing are Hyundai Verna Fluidic interiors that make it an extremely convincing place with its generous legroom, funky interiors and perfectly angled backrest. Except for the poorly finished door armrests, Verna Interiors exude richness from its opulent beige color upholstery and best-in-class accessories that adds to its style quotient.

The newly incorporated Hyundai Verna fluidic features are well complemented with its extremely refined U2 engine. The Korean car maker has incorporated its premium C-segment sedan with 1.4 and 1.6Liter engines, in petrol and diesel version, mated with manual and automatic transmission. Apart from that, the MacPherson strut suspension coupled with coil springs and couple torision beam axle along with gas type shock absorbers in the car, ensure improved drivability, handling and performance.

From its 1.4 VTVT engine that delivers the power of 105.5BHP, the company claims Hyundai Verna Fluidic mileage of 17kmpl. The c-segment premium sedan Verna can reach 0-100kmph in just 4.86seconds and can touch top speed mark of 190kmph.

In the nutshell, as Hyundai Verna holds the potential of being the leader in C+ segment sedans with its unrivaled performance, excellent safety features, pretty good mileage, brilliant looks and modern technology.

Hyundai Verna Fluidic Specifications

Land Rover Freelander 2 Price in India

(Ex-Showroom Price Delhi)

• Land Rover Freelander 2 SE – Rs. 38,67,000
  
• Land Rover Freelander 2 HSE – Rs. 44,92,000

The new Land Rover Freelander 2 has been designed to exude the legacy of British auto giant, by maintaining its peculiar highlights but with additional features to enhance it appearance. The contemporary design of an SUV is well exuded by its flexible front-end styling and remarkable crash protection. There’s a unique terrain response system for ensures maximum wheel traction through its dedicated electronic management systems.

Getting into details, the tweaks in Freelander 2 exteriors are only limited to its headlamps that will be accompanying LED Daytime running lamps, new alloy wheels, Land Rover’s twin-colour theme and three new colours.

Some of the standard features include Anti-lock Braking system, Electronic Traction Control, emergency Brake Assist, Dynamic Stability Control, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Hill Descent Control and Roll Stability Control.

As you step inside the new Land Rover Freelander 2, there’s an uncluttered, tidy dashboard with lesser switches and an electric brake for emergency. The brand new features on Freelander 2 are keyless entry and a feature on the reverse camera to make it easy to hitch the trailer while hooking the tow.

There are no mechanical changes in Land Rover Freelander 2. Powered by 2.2L in-line 4 Turbo Diesel Engine, the new Land Rover Freelander 2 features command shift 6-speed automatic transmission. This common rail turbo engine churns out 148 BHP or 187BHP, according to the version you opt for.  The company claims Land Rover Freelander 2 diesel mileage touches 12kmpl.

The 187BHP trim offers adequate grunt and is practically refined as well. The best-selling Land Rover in India, Freelander 2 also offers one of the best handling with its unrivalled ride and off-road excellence. Thankfully, it’s high seats and low window line makes Land Rover Freelander 2 tad easy to drive.

Land Rover Freelander 2 Specifications