Intex launches the Aqua i6 with 5-inch display, quad-core processor for Rs 8,990

Intex has now unveiled the latest smartphone in the Aqua series for the Indian market—the Aqua i6, for Rs 8,990. The new handset comes with a 5-inch display sporting a resolution of 480×854 pixels, giving it a pixel density of 196 ppi. Under the hood, the device runs on a quad-core MediaTek 6582 processor clocked at 1.3GHz, a Mali 400MP2 GPU and 512MB of RAM. The handset runs on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean and comes with 4GB of internal memory, expandable up to 32GB via a microSD card slot.

In terms of photography, the Aqua i6 comes with an 8-megapixel primary shooter with flash as well as a 2-megapixel front shooter. The handset also comes with a G-Sensor, a proximity sensor as well as a gesture sensor. For connectivity, the handset comes with most of the usual suspects, including 3G, EDGE, HSPA and Wi-Fi Hotspot. The company has also pre-loaded a bunch of apps like online software updates, Intex Life box, charge management and Intex Cloud which offers 5GB of free cloud space to users.

Intex has now launched the new Aqua i6 in India for Rs 8,990

The device packs in a 1,900mAh battery that the company claims will last up to 6 hours and give a standby time of up to 220 hours. The Aqua i6 comes with dual-SIM support and is available in both black and white colour variants.  While talking about the launch, Sanjay Kumar Kalirona, Business Head of Intex Technology said, “We are excited to be the first mobile player in India to bring the latest innovation from MediaTek to consumers with the launch of Aqua i6. Intex believes in providing users with a single device which is capable of combining work and fun together. Aqua i6 is yet another quality offering from Intex for those who look forward to a powerful device which makes juggling between multiple tasks a breeze.”

Here’s a quick look at the specifications of the Intex Aqua i6:

• 5-inch FWVGA display, 480×854 pixel resolution
• 3G, EDGE, HSPA, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Bluetooth
• 8-megapixel rear camera with flash, 2-megapixel front camera
• 4GB of internal memory, expandable up to 32GB via microSD card slot

Apple to offer in-house screen replacements for iPhone 5s

Apple iPhone 5s owners will soon be able to get damaged displays repaired through Apple Stores instead of sending it to a third-party repair centre.

As per 9to5Mac, Apple has begun shipping iPhone 5s screen replacements in its official US and Canada retail stores and in-store repairs are set to begin on August 4.

One of the crucial aspects about repairing any gadget is obtaining the right equipment for the job. Being able to source them from the original manufacturer (in this case, Apple) can help address this and users can obtain reliable replacements at cheaper prices. If the user’s 5c or 5s is under AppleCare warranty, the part replacement costs will be waived. If the iPhone is not under warranty, there will be fees incurred for individual part replacements.

Apple had officially rolled out iPhone 5c screen repairs in late 2013, which cost less than replacing iPhone 5s screens. Apple had given its stores special machinery to replace the touchscreens of both the devices, designed specifically to calibrate the displays. The Apple stores will also be able replace the volume buttons, vibrating motor, rear camera and speaker system of the new devices. While the store will be able to replace the traditional Home button in the 5c, the Touch ID-based button of the 5s was not part of the offering.

With the ability to replace iPhone 5, 5c, and 5s screens, Apple can significantly cut down on repair costs and wait times. According to AppleInsider, Apple can save nearly $ 1 billion per year with in-house repairs.