Here are a few launches that hit the tech world this week
Apple introduces new iPads, RED iPhone 7 and updates iPhone SE
Apple has launched its most affordable iPad range with the introduction of the latest 9.7inch iPad starting at Rs28900 for the Wi-Fi version and Rs39900 for the 32GB Wi-Fi + Cellular version. The device is powered by the Apple A9 processor and come with a fingerprint sensor. The iPad mini 4 is now available at Rs34900 for the 128GB Wi-Fi version and Rs45900 for the 128GB Wi-Fi + Cellular version.
Apple has announced iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition in a red aluminium finish, to mark a 10 years of partnership between Apple and (RED). Customers who purchase this device will be contributing to a global fund to fight AIDS.
The new special edition iPhone will be available in India in April. The company has also updated the iPhone SE by doubling the capacity and is now available in 32GB and 128GB versions. The updated iPhone SE will be available from March 24 at a price of Rs27200.
Selfie focused phones
Oppo has launched a selfie focussed smartphone the F3 Plus which features the brand’s first dual front camera including a first-ever 120-degree wide-angle Group Selfie Camera. The Oppo F3 Plus is priced at Rs30990 and will be available from 1st April 2017 both online and offline. Pre-order are open till 31st March 2017 and will come with a gift pack.
Gionee has also launched A1selfie phone priced at Rs19999 and as expected there is a bigger 16MP camera on the front and a 13MP camera on the rear.
Xiaomi Redmi 4A launched, creates a record
Xiaomi has launched its most affordable 4G smartphone in India the Redmi 4A at Rs5999. The phone packs a 5-inch display, dual sim functionality and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor. It packs 13MP/5MP cameras and has a 3120mAh battery. The phone is available on Amazon and mi.com and they sold more than 250,000 units within four minutes of launch. Amazon.in witnessed huge interest with more than five million hits per minute on the site and orders spiked to a record 1500 per second during the period of the sale.