What's new on WhatsApp

WhatsApp is working on a major new feature that will change the way you chat with friends.

The popular messaging app is reportedly planning to introduce group voice and video calls in the coming months.

WABetaInfo, a fan site that tests new WhatsApp features early, spotted references to the new feature in the latest beta version of the app.

It would potentially allow groups of friends or colleagues to chat face-to-face using the app, replacing the need for traditional conference calls.
WhatsApp added the ability to make voice and video calls within its chat app last year, in an attempt to compete with the likes of Apple's FaceTime, Microsoft's Skype and Google's Duo app.

However, it is currently only possible to make one-to-one calls to individual contacts.

It is not yet known if or when the group calling feature will become available on the public version of the app.
However, WABetaInfo has accurately predicted a number of unannounced WhatsApp features, based on references within the beta software.

Last week, WhatsApp announced that iOS and Android users will soon be able to use the messaging app to share their locations with one another .
The company announced the feature on its blog and stressed that, like the messages, location sharing will be end-to-end encrypted to avoid hackers or authorities intercepting the data.

Users will be able to select how long they want their location shared for and it can be disabled at any time.

"Whether you're meeting up with friends, letting loved ones know you're safe, or sharing your commute, Live Location is a simple and secure way to let people know where you are," WhatsApp explained.

WhatsApp didn't specify an exact launch date for the new feature, but simply said it would be rolling out to mobile users "in the coming weeks".

TSTV; people's choice now?

TSTV will be launched on October 1 2017 with over 100 channels including 12 sports channels for all the football leagues we want to follow.

But this is not the catch. The decoder also has a hotspot of 20Gb and video call conferencing with a camera.

The TSTV decoder will have 50 gb hard disk to record TV programs and a pause/play function.

It is the first Nigerian TV to launch a Pay as you use so you can pause your subscription whenever you are traveling.

Now let me blow your mind,

It is just N5000 for the decoder and dish and subscription prices are N200, N500, N1000, N1500 and N3000 respectively.

What is TSTV all about?
Telecom Satellite TV (TSTV) has partnered with a Europe-based television station, ABS Global, to launch into the Nigerian Broadcasting Service a Direct-to-Home (DTH) satellite TV.
 
The newly launched pay TV satellite would cover all sub-Saharan African countries and would provide over 100 TV channels to their audience.Managing Director of TSTV, Bright Echefu during the signing of the multi-transponder agreement with their ABS partner disclosed that their services would offer viewers the experience of HD and SD video, internet services, broadband, TV and radio at a very affordable rate.
 
He said TSTV would be distributed on ABS-3A satellite located at the prime video neighborhood of 3°W and the antenna would be straight to the sky such that there would be no interference.

What you need to know about Android Oreo (Version 8.0)

Here are some of the key features you should look forward to from Android Oreo when it rolls out to your smartphone.

1. Background limits

Battery life is always a big concern, which is why Google often makes improvements with new iterations of Android.
The latest version of Android Oreo is no different, with Google increasing the automatic limits on what apps can do in the background in a number of key areas (broadcasts, background services, and location updates, for instance).
“These changes will make it easier to create apps that have minimal impact on a user’s device and battery. Background limits represent a significant change in Android, so we want every developer to get familiar with them,” reads a Google blog post.

2. Picture-in-picture
Google is also expected to introduce new picture-in-picture functionality, which is probably one of the most useful changes incoming.

This feature would allow users to continue watching videos on a small virtual screen while getting stuff done within other apps. Google also says that apps will be able to put themselves in picture-in-picture mode.
The idea is that you can watch a YouTube video while sending e-mails in the Gmail app – who says work can’t be fun, eh?

3. Notification channels and dots
Google also plans to group notifications into channels, giving users greater control over their app notification categories.
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Explaining the move, Google writes: “Users can block or change the behaviour of each channel individually, rather than managing all of the apps’ notifications together.”
Google is also making it possible to snooze individual notifications, which is seriously useful given the persistence of some Android system notifications. You’ll be able to snooze notifications for 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or one whole hour.
Another new feature will be notification dots, which are visual indicators on app icons that’ll show if you have any waiting notifications. This is a feature that iPhone users will be familiar with, as it’s been part of Apple’s iOS software for years.

4. Autofill APIs
Google is also hoping to save you some time, courtesy of Autofill APIs. This will allow your favourite password manager apps to work with the Android operating system, so you can access them just like you would a third-party keyboard.
Google explains: “Android users already depend on a range of password managers to auto-fill login details and repetitive information, which makes setting up new apps or placing transactions easier. Now we’re making this work more easily available across the ecosystem by adding platform support for auto-fill.”

5. Adaptive icons
Another expected feature is the addition of adaptive icons. This means developers will be able to use different-shaped app icons, depending on the manufacturer’s preference.
App icons will also support badge notifications, as previously mentioned.

6. Better keyboard navigation
Another big change is the improvement of keyboard navigation. According to Google, more users are navigating to apps using a physical keyboard thanks to the arrival of the Play Store on the Google Chrome OS.
“In Android O, we are focused on building a more reliable, predictable model for ‘arrow’ and ‘tab’ navigation that aids both developers and end users,” says Google.
7. Wide colour gamut in imaging apps
Smartphone displays are constantly improving, and OLED panels are more abundant than ever – but software support needs to be available too.
Fortunately, Google promises that the makers of imaging apps will now be able to make better use of high-end displays, especially with handsets that feature panels capable of supporting a wide colour gamut.
“To display wide gamut images, apps will need to enable a flag in their manifest (per activity) and load bitmaps with an embedded wide colour profile (Adobe RGB, Pro Photo RGB, DCI-P3, and so on,” Google advises developers.

8. Better audio
Google is also set to add Sony’s LDAC codec, which has been donated to Android by the Japanese tech giant. This should improve upon the Bluetooth A2DP protocol currently used today.
The company is also introducing AAudio, which should result in improved low-latency audio. The firm says that it’s a “New native API that’s designed specifically for apps that require high-performance, low-latency audio”.

9. Camera app improvements
Google is spending some time reworking the camera app, offering a new double-tap feature that lets you quickly get to 50% zoom.
There’s also a new dedicated button that lets you switch between photo and video modes; previously, users were forced to swipe, which some may have found unintuitive.

Microsoft’s New Keyboard Has a Hidden Fingerprint Sensor

Microsoft has unveiled its new "Modern Keyboard" with one big upgrade — a fingerprint sensor

The replacement for the Surface Keyboard lets users scan a fingerprint by just pressing a button to log in to a Windows 10 account. The method can also be used to log in to other websites that use Windows Hello.

The button blends in with all of the other keys, making it less conspicuous.

The new keyboard, unlike the Surface Keyboard, can be plugged in. Its predecessor could only be used via Bluetooth.

Microsoft's website says the new technology will be available soon, and for the price of $129.99. It also isn't Windows-exclusive. The keyboard can also be used with MacOS and newer Android versions.

Nokia Edge 2017: Winner of Design

The Nokia Edge mobile is one of the most awaited flagships of the year. Many people even think that this beast is going to be the best made by Nokia, while there are also other crazy phones like the Nokia 8 and Nokia 9. The Nokia Edge specs will be impressive as it is going to be an edge to edge phone, this means that you will be able to have a device almost covered of a display.Now we will keep you updated about the latest news; the named Nokia Edge will pack the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset with 6GB RAM. The Nokia Edge 2017 will have a screen size of 5.7″ AMOLED screen with 2K resolution fully backed and protected by a crazy Gorilla Glass 5.

One of the things we love about the Nokia Edge cameras is that it will allow you to shoot 4K videos with both 24 Megapixel primary and 12 Megapixel selfie sensors. With its beautiful curved design, you will be able to praise your phone anywhere; it will also make you proud as is specs show. Reports stated that the Nokia Edge 2017 would come with 

an inbuilt retina scanner. This beast will also come with large internal storage that can be even expandable; it will have 128GB for the ROM and expandable up to 256GB via MicroSD. Reports stated that the Nokia Edge 2017 would come with an inbuilt retina scanner.

This beast will also come with large internal storage that can be even expandable; it will have 128GB for the ROM and expandable up to 256GB via MicroSD. The device will run on the latest operating system Android 7.1.1 Nougat which has much future to take the usability to another level. We don’t know how much power that will be stocked in the battery pack, buy we do know that it will have the USB-C port for the fast charging.

Nokia Edge 2017 Release Date

We will tell you more about the Nokia Edge price when Nokia and HMD officially announce this monster phone in 2017. Do not hesitate to ask, just drop your comment below and we will give an answer.

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Nokia 3310 bounces back to market

                          New Nokia 3310


The old reliable Nokia 3310 phone is now back in Nigeria as a modern reimagined handset that would speak for itself. Unlike the old Nokia 3310, the new Nokia came with dual SIM slots and camera. Nokia phones manufacturer, HMD Global, said in a statement on Thursday that the new Nokia 3310 was a classic handset which came in warm red, yellow, dark blue and grey colours. “We are delighted to bring the Nokia 3310 phone to our consumers in Nigeria. “Nokia has been one of the most iconic and recognisable phone brands in our country for decades,’’ said Joseph Umunakwe, HMD manager for West, East and Central Africa. According to Umunakwe, Nokia’s consumers are more discerning and demanding than ever before and the company will always put them first in producing phones. He said that the company had worked hard with its teams around the world to bring together world class manufacturers, operating systems and technology partners. He said that the collaboration enabled the company to come out with the new Nokia 3310 which is sold for N18,000. The  new Nokia 3310 has a larger screen, a slightly re-designed key-pad, a 2-megapixel camera on the rear with flash. The new phone comes with a rear-mounted speaker and a micro-USB port for charging and supports only 2G and doesn’t support Wi-Fi. While the original Nokia 3310 shipped with a 900mAh battery, the new Nokia 3310 ships with a bigger 1,200mAh power pack. It is rated to deliver up to 22 hours of talk time and up to one month of standby on a single charge. The new Nokia 3310 also comes with a 2.4-inch full colour display which is certainly a big improvement over the monochrome screen of the original Nokia 3310. Analysts, however, say that the Nokia 3310 is a back-up phone that was not created or thought through to replace a smartphone and neither was it for a consumer who is a heavy data user.

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The best Android smartphones you can buy in 2017

If you are in the market for a new smartphone you will have to make the choice between systems powered by Apple or Android.

While Apple's iPhones have long been in ascendance, plenty of challenger brands have sought to displace the heavyweight of the smartphone market.

There has probably never been a better time to look at buying an Android phone. There are only a handful of choices when buying an Apple phone, but devices running on Google's Android operating system offer far more choice and variety and some of the best phones of recent years come from the likes of Samsung, Google and HTC.

 

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Relentless announcements of new smartphones can be overwhelming, so there are key things to consider when looking to upgrade.

Should I buy an Android phone or an iPhone?

Although there are plenty of great reasons to buy an iPhone, and you can read The Telegraph’s review of iPhone 7 to see why, Apple's phones are not for everyone.

Android is used by more phones and tablets, giving you greater choice when picking your phone and models such as the Samsung Galaxy S8 are market leaders in the technology they offer.

And Android phones do not have to cost a fortune and many cheaper handsets offer better value than current iPhones. There are plenty of great contracts you can get on older handsets, as last year’s models have often fallen in price and still function perfectly well.

So if you want a bit more choice or a cheaper option, as well as the ability to share data easily across other Android phones and tablets, this operating system might be the right one for you.

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What should I look for in an Android phone?

Key technical specs you should be looking for in your smartphone include basic choices such as screen size and battery life to performance indicators such as processing power and storage.

Other factors you might want to consider are the power of the camera, if you want to use your smartphone to replace your digital camera, and you might want to look into the feel of the phone’s operating system, as several Android phone manufacturers add their own designs to the system - some with positive innovations, others less so.

Screen size: Current sizes range from just under 5 inches to close to 6 inches for screen size, which can be quite large to hold in the hand. The largest handsets may feel a little oversized, but will provide a better experience if you want to enjoy video or apps like Instagram or Snapchat.Battery life: A device will offer at least all day battery life on mixed use and any phone with significantly more than 24 hours is considered very good. Many manufacturers will judge battery on "talk time", but the phones will actually last days if left on standby.Storage and memory: Lower spec smartphones will have around 2GB of RAM, the memory space which makes the phone run more quickly, although better models will have closer to 4GB. Cheaper Android phones will probably only have around 32GB of hard drive space for files and photos, although nearly all come with a slot for adding a micro SD card to boost storage space.Camera: Most smartphones will take great pictures and high-end models compete to offer the best cameras. Megapixels (MP) are not everything, and some top models have even cut down, but they can create shots with greater close-up details. Other features include dual cameras for extra depth and built-in apps to create different types of photo.Operating system: Some older models will come with Google's Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), but can easily be upgraded to the latest Android 7.0 (Nougat), which comes with features such as split screen use and an improved "Doze" mode to save battery. While most phones come with the latest system, you may have to wait a while to update an older device.

What should I look for in my phone contract?

While you can simply break down phones in terms of handset price, many providers in the UK offer great deals to pick up new phones for far less.

Many smartphones are available for free if you agree to a two year contract. From there, you will be charged for the number of texts, minutes and the amount of data you use.

Phones that are a year or two old may only set you back £20 a month over a two year period for basic levels of minutes and data. The latest flagship handsets, however, will probably cost more than £40 a month, and may also include an upfront cost for the phone as well.

How much should I pay for an Android phone?

If you are considering buying a handset outright then you can probably expect to pay several hundred pounds.

The cheapest decent Android phones will cost in the region of £150 for some of the latest phone brands. These will feature phones using Android 7 and some are still very high quality, just with less power and storage.

Mid-range phones will cost between £250 to close to £500. There is quite a leap in smartphone prices and only a few phones like the OnePlus series that try to bridge that mid-tier gap.

High-end phones will have the latest cameras, huge storage, powerful specs and innovations such as Samsung's Edge screen to try and make you part with £500 or more. It can be hard to recommend phones at this price, and most more basic phones will easily fulfill all simple functions, so they will need to blow you away with what's on offer.

Credit: Telegraph

The best Android smartphones you can buy in 2017

If you are in the market for a new smartphone you will have to make the choice between systems powered by Apple or Android.

While Apple's iPhones have long been in ascendance, plenty of challenger brands have sought to displace the heavyweight of the smartphone market.

There has probably never been a better time to look at buying an Android phone. There are only a handful of choices when buying an Apple phone, but devices running on Google's Android operating system offer far more choice and variety and some of the best phones of recent years come from the likes of Samsung, Google and HTC.

 

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Relentless announcements of new smartphones can be overwhelming, so there are key things to consider when looking to upgrade.

Should I buy an Android phone or an iPhone?

Although there are plenty of great reasons to buy an iPhone, and you can read The Telegraph’s review of iPhone 7 to see why, Apple's phones are not for everyone.

Android is used by more phones and tablets, giving you greater choice when picking your phone and models such as the Samsung Galaxy S8 are market leaders in the technology they offer.

And Android phones do not have to cost a fortune and many cheaper handsets offer better value than current iPhones. There are plenty of great contracts you can get on older handsets, as last year’s models have often fallen in price and still function perfectly well.

So if you want a bit more choice or a cheaper option, as well as the ability to share data easily across other Android phones and tablets, this operating system might be the right one for you.

Which is stronger? Samsung Galaxy S8 vs iPhone 7

05:48

What should I look for in an Android phone?

Key technical specs you should be looking for in your smartphone include basic choices such as screen size and battery life to performance indicators such as processing power and storage.

Other factors you might want to consider are the power of the camera, if you want to use your smartphone to replace your digital camera, and you might want to look into the feel of the phone’s operating system, as several Android phone manufacturers add their own designs to the system - some with positive innovations, others less so.

Screen size: Current sizes range from just under 5 inches to close to 6 inches for screen size, which can be quite large to hold in the hand. The largest handsets may feel a little oversized, but will provide a better experience if you want to enjoy video or apps like Instagram or Snapchat.Battery life: A device will offer at least all day battery life on mixed use and any phone with significantly more than 24 hours is considered very good. Many manufacturers will judge battery on "talk time", but the phones will actually last days if left on standby.Storage and memory: Lower spec smartphones will have around 2GB of RAM, the memory space which makes the phone run more quickly, although better models will have closer to 4GB. Cheaper Android phones will probably only have around 32GB of hard drive space for files and photos, although nearly all come with a slot for adding a micro SD card to boost storage space.Camera: Most smartphones will take great pictures and high-end models compete to offer the best cameras. Megapixels (MP) are not everything, and some top models have even cut down, but they can create shots with greater close-up details. Other features include dual cameras for extra depth and built-in apps to create different types of photo.Operating system: Some older models will come with Google's Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), but can easily be upgraded to the latest Android 7.0 (Nougat), which comes with features such as split screen use and an improved "Doze" mode to save battery. While most phones come with the latest system, you may have to wait a while to update an older device.

What should I look for in my phone contract?

While you can simply break down phones in terms of handset price, many providers in the UK offer great deals to pick up new phones for far less.

Many smartphones are available for free if you agree to a two year contract. From there, you will be charged for the number of texts, minutes and the amount of data you use.

Phones that are a year or two old may only set you back £20 a month over a two year period for basic levels of minutes and data. The latest flagship handsets, however, will probably cost more than £40 a month, and may also include an upfront cost for the phone as well.

How much should I pay for an Android phone?

If you are considering buying a handset outright then you can probably expect to pay several hundred pounds.

The cheapest decent Android phones will cost in the region of £150 for some of the latest phone brands. These will feature phones using Android 7 and some are still very high quality, just with less power and storage.

Mid-range phones will cost between £250 to close to £500. There is quite a leap in smartphone prices and only a few phones like the OnePlus series that try to bridge that mid-tier gap.

High-end phones will have the latest cameras, huge storage, powerful specs and innovations such as Samsung's Edge screen to try and make you part with £500 or more. It can be hard to recommend phones at this price, and most more basic phones will easily fulfill all simple functions, so they will need to blow you away with what's on offer.

Credit: Telegraph

Lagos State introduces free Wi-Fi

The Lagos State Government on Thursday intensified its smart city initiative with the unveiling of a free public Wi-Fi at the Ndubuisi Kanu Park, located at Alausa. Gov. Akinwunmi Ambode said at the event that one of the overriding policy objectives of his administration was to build a globally competitive economy. Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that provides high-speed internet and network connections. Ambode, who was represented by the Commissioner for Science and Technology, Mr Olufemi Odubiyi said that the economy of the state was being developed to provide opportunity for self fulfilment. He said that achieving global competitiveness would entail keying into new ways of doing things and the deployment of technology, especially the internet. According to him, the provision of free public Wi-Fi in the park is part of the administration’s efforts to make Lagos a smart city. “It is consistent with our commitment to make Lagos work for all. “Parks and gardens have been established in different parts of the state to provide a conducive environment for recreation and relaxation. “Just last week, the number of gardens and parks in the state increased with the opening of the Badagry Park. “The increased patronage of these facilities, which is no longer restricted to festive season, has made it necessary to equip these centres with free Wi-Fi to serve the needs of visitors to these parks. “As you relax and enjoy the recreation facilities in these parks, we are also making it possible for you to access your email, browse and search the internet on your tablets, smartphones and laptops, via a reliable public Wi-Fi,” he said. Ambode said the the free Wi-Fi was another landmark in the administration’s desire to integrate the State’s economy in the mainstream of the 21st century economy. He said that recently, the government unveiled the Citizens’ Gate Portal, a platform designed to bridge the communication gap between the citizens and the state government. According to him, his administration, with the launch of the free public Wi-Fi, has empowered citizens to express their views on the platform, as non-availability of data will no longer be a constraint. “As a responsive government, I wish to assure all residents of Lagos State of our commitment to continue to develop and implement innovative ideas that will promote the delivery of dividends of good governance. “As I launch the free public Wi-Fi in this park, it is my belief that this service will enhance productivity and add value to all our parks and gardens,” he said. The free Wi-Fi/internet access project is an initiative of the Lagos State Ministry of Science and Technology. In his capacity as the Commissioner, Odubiyi said that the free Wi-Fi/internet access at park and Gardens was starting from the Ndubuisi Kanu Park, as it would be extended to others in the State. He said the government was creating a safe, healthy and conducive environment for the residents of Lagos, in line with the Governor’s pledge at the inception of the administration. According to him, the administration has continued to demonstrate its commitment to the pledge through various programmes, aimed at making the state livable for all and sundry. “WiFi is a facility allowing computers, smartphones and other devices to connect to the internet or communicate with one another wirelessly within a particular area. “One of the biggest benefits of offering Wi-Fi is that it will provide new ways for the public to enhance social/leisure activities and this will encourage more patronage to the parks. “We are embarking on providing free public Wi-Fi in our parks and gardens spread across the states to further enhance social/leisure activities,” Odubiyi said.

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Microsoft announces Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is the next major update that Microsoft is planning to release in September. That's not a mistake, Microsoft is reusing the same "Creators Update" naming for this next update, and it will include a new focus on bringing Windows experiences to iOS and Android devices.

Microsoft is detailing its Fall Creators Update on stage at Build this morning, and the company is demonstrating four key new additions:

TimelinePick Up Where You Left OffClipboardOneDrive Files On-Demand

Timeline is a new feature that improves the Task View area to provide a list of apps and workspaces that you were using previously or on other devices. Think of it like a time machine for resuming old sessions. Timeline also combines with a new Pick Up Where You Left Off feature to let you resume sessions and apps on multiple devices.

This new pick up feature is particularly useful on mobile devices, where Microsoft hopes app developers will start to link their desktop apps to resume experiences on devices like an iPhone or Android handset. Microsoft is also creating a cloud clipboard that will roam across Windows, iOS, and Android to let people copy content from a PC and paste it on a phone. It's very similar to Apple's Universal Clipboard.

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Microsoft is also including OneDrive Files On-Demand with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. It's not a full return of placeholders, but it will let you easily fetch files from OneDrive without having to sync them or download entire folders.

A new Fluent Design, previously codenamed Project Neon, will be part of the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. Microsoft has started converting some of its apps to Fluent Design, and it's the company's effort to move beyond its previous Metro user interface. Microsoft isn't revealing all the features in the Fall Creators Update today, so expect to see more surprise additions before its expected release in September.

Chinese Engineer marries his own Robot

Chinese engineer has finally left his bachelorhood by marrying robot for a wife.

Zheng Jiajia, a former Huawei telecommunications employee created and then ‘married’ a cyborg 'female' in China last Friday.

The 31-year-old reportedly developed his dream partner after he graduated from Zhejiang University in 2011 and became frustrated with his love life. More recently, he decided to make the relationship official by marrying the device.

The Newlywed Jiajia also invited his mother and a number of colleagues to the robot-human union.

The robot bride named ‘Yingying’  is able to say a few words and her new husband plans to ‘upgrade’ her skill set to include household chores, according to reports.

Airtel Internet Tv Powered by Android TV Platform Launched in India

A few months back, we reported that India’s leading telecom operator will come with hybrid STB offering both online and satellite channels. Today, Airtel has launched its latest innovation in the country, the Airtel Internet TV aimed at changing the TV watching experience in India. The Airtel Internet TV is country’s first hybrid STB that is powered by Android TV platform and allows to watch the online content right from the STB itself.

The Airtel Internet TV comes with more than 500 satellite TV channels. Airtel claims that this device will allow users to switch seamlessly between online and linear TV content with a single device. It also comes with cast features with which users can cast their favourite content directly onto their TV, and can also download apps and games from the app store.

The all new Airtel Internet TV comes preloaded with services such as Netflix, YouTube, Google Play Music, Google Play Games, Airtel Movies, etc. This hybrid STB also has inbuilt Google Play Store allowing users to download their favourite apps, content, and games onto the TV.

Airtel Internet TV comes with an inbuilt Wi-Fi receiver, Bluetooth-based remote control and is integrated with Google voice search feature. This is the first TV remote to come with voice recognition support. For example, you want to switch to Sony Six channel immediately, all you have to do is issue a voice command to the remote, and it will change the channel.

One more interesting feature is that the STB allows you to pause the Live TV shows and you can watch them later from where you left. It also supports content via USB (external HD) and Bluetooth. Customers can also cast, mirror content from mobile devices, tablets, and laptops onto the TV screen with Airtel Internet TV.

Airtel Internet TV STB requires a broadband, or a 4G hotspot connection with a minimum recommended a speed of 4 Mbps for a smooth online experience. A regular Airtel Digital TV dish antenna will also be a part of the installation. Existing Airtel Digital TV customers can also upgrade their existing STBs to ‘Internet TV’ STB.

Sunil Taldar, CEO & Director – DTH, Bharti Airtel said, “Growing broadband penetration is driving the popularity of online content, particularly in urban homes, and with Airtel ‘Internet TV’ we are bringing world-class content from the web and much more to the TV screen. This latest innovation has been designed keeping in mind the needs of Indian homes, and it bridges the gap between online and offline worlds to enable an end to end entertainment experience with the convenience of a single device. We will continue to add exciting content platforms to Airtel ‘Internet TV’ and invite customers to experience this innovative offering.”

The hybrid STB from Airtel costs Rs. 4,999 with three months Digital TV subscription. Also, as limited period offer customers can pay Rs. 7,999 and get the Airtel Internet TV with a one-year subscription. For the existing Airtel Digital customers, the new STB will be provided at a price of Rs. 3,999 and will come with one-month of free subscription.

Airtel has partnered with Amazon India to sell the Airtel Internet TV, and the product will be available starting today. Airtel has also rolled out bundled offers for its home broadband customers. ‘Internet TV’ Customers just need to register for myHOME on MyAirtel app and can avail up to 25GB additional data on their Airtel broadband account every month.