Microsoft Lumia 540 - THE BIG REVIEW

Microsoft has introduced the Lumia 540 in the Indian market. Microsoft Lumia 540 is the perfect budget Windows Phone device with an impressive camera, vivid HD display and decent battery backup. Android dominates the budget market, and for good reason. It is now possible to get tremendous value out of sub-Rs. 10,000 Android smartphone. That means Microsoft has a major challenge on its hands, and we're happy to see that it's taking things seriously.

PROCESSOR

Microsoft Lumia 540 is powered by a 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 quad-core processor and 1GB RAM. It comes with 8GB internal storage and supports micro SD card slots of up to 128GB for expansion.

DISPLAY & DESIGN

This Lumia does not look cheap at all. The display of the phone is one area where the Lumia 540 has an edge over its predecessor (Lumia 535). The phone sports a 5-inch HD (720x1280p) IPS LCD display with Clear Black technology. Viewing angles were wide and outdoor visibility under sunlight was decent. However, unlike the Lumia 535, the 540 doesn't come with Corning Gorilla Glass protection.

CAMERA

The rear camera has an 8-megapixel sensor and the one in front is a surprisingly decent 5-megapixel unit.

SOFTWARE

The smartphone runs Lumia Denim which is essentially Windows Phone 8.1 with Update 2 with some Nokia-exclusive features. Cortana voice assistant now works in India if you activate and select UK English in the speech settings.

MEMORY

Lumia 540 comes with 1GB RAM which is less than what Android budget phones. It has 8GB internal storage and supports micro SD card slots of up to 128GB for expansion.

BATTERY

It is powered by a big 2,200 mAh battery. The phone lasts a full day (about 14-15 hours) on a single charge even if you put the screen brightness at the highest level and use 3G data all the time. The dual-sim handset offers 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity options.

PRICE

Microsoft Lumia 540 is priced at Rs. 10,199/- and is available online as well as offline.

Though, Android smartphones in this budget gives you a lot of more features and applications, Microsoft has its own advantages. Microsoft will not disappoint you in terms of after sales service. Also, the call quality and network reception is also better. This is the best Windows smartphone in the market and Windows users should go for it.

Detailed Specifications

Display

5.00-inch

Processor

1.2GHz

Front Camera

 5-megapixel

Resolution

 720x1280 pixels

RAM

 1GB

OS

 Windows Phone 8.1

Storage

8GB

Rear Camera

8-megapixel

Battery capacity

2200mAh

COOLPAD DAZEN 1 - THE BIG REVIEW

Chinese smartphone maker Coolpad has entered the Indian market. Coolpad has made its entry into the largest growing smartphone market with 2 phones for different price segments, the dazen 1 and the dazen X7. After Xiaomi and Yu, it is now Coolpad’s turn to have its share of attention from consumers looking to buy a decent smartphone at Rs 5,999.

PROCESSOR

Coolpad Dazen 1 runs on a 64-bit 1.2 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 CPU with Adreno 306 GPU, 2GB RAM, 8GB ROM with support for up to 32GB micro SD cards. Overall, the device is quite smooth. The dual sim phone supports 3G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth 4.0 and GPS connectivity options. It supports both Indian 4G bands.

DISPLAY & DESIGN

The smartphone features a 5-inch 720p HD display at 320 ppi pixel density. The display is clear and crisp. The phone's body is 141.00 mm high, 71.50 mm wide, and has a depth of 9.30 mm, 4.5% thicker than an average smartphone in the 4.6 - 5.0 inch screen range. With a weight of 155 grams, its weight is about average for a smartphone of its size. This device's battery is larger than typical for its size, which also gives it some extra weight. The Dazen 1 is a well-built device. It feels solid in the hand. Rather, it would be better if it had Corning Gorilla Glass protection.

CAMERA

The phone has an 8MP rear camera equipped with 5 pieces lens and f/2.2 aperture and a 5MP front camera with 22mm wide angle lens. It also has beauty features to enhance photos.

SOFTWARE

It runs Android 4.4 Kit Kat and features a customized skin called Cool UI. The UI is very similar to the one found on other Chinese phones and doesn't include a separate app drawer. Lag is not experienced with this phone at all.

MEMORY

The Dazen 1 comes with a 2GB RAM, the phone comes with 8GB storage expandable up to 32GB via micro SD card.

BATTERY

It is powered by a big 2,500 mAh battery. It easily lasts for over 24 hours with moderate usage

PRICE

Coolpad dazen 1 is priced at Rs. 5,999/- and will be available through Snapdeal only.

The company has launched its 1^st smartphone in the incredibly hot 7000 Rs. price segment. It has good features at its price. Better battery backup was needed. It will directly compete with the likes of Xiaomi Redmi 2 or Yu Yuphoria. The consumers will be happy looking at the battle of these smartphone giants as it shall only lead to lower prices.

Detailed Specifications

GENERAL

2G Network900/1800/1900MHz3G Network900/2100MHz4G NetworkTDD Band 40/ FDD Band 3Dimensions141x71.5x9.3 mm

DISPLAY

Size5-inch; 720x1280p resolution Type IPS; 16M colours

MEMORY

Card Slot Up to 32GB   Internal-8GB

DATA

Bluetoothv4.0

CAMERA

Primary- 8MP, with LED flash,   Secondary - 5MP

FEATURES

OS- Android 4.4 (KitKat) CPU1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 410

Radio-Yes   GPS- Yes   Colors-Black

BATTERY

Battery Capacity2,500 mAh (Stand by200 hours)