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Following the footsteps of India’s second-largest telecom operator Vi (Vodafone-Idea), has increased the prices of its prepaid and data top-ups. The telecom operator has increased the prices by 25 percent with effect from November 25th, 2021. This development comes a day after Airtel announced new packs for its prepaid users.

“The new plans will start the process of ARPU (average revenue per user) improvement and help address the financial stress faced by the industry,” Voda Idea said. But still, if you are looking for all new plans of India’s third-largest telecom operator Vodafone-Idea, then you should go through this article.

Vi New Prepaid Plans

Let’s start with the tariff voice plan, where users have to shed an extra Rs. 20 as this plan will now cost you Rs. 99 instead of Rs. 20. In terms of benefits, this pack offers talk time worth Rs. 99 and 200MB data for 28 days.

Vi Unlimited Plans For 28 Days

Moving to the unlimited plans of the company that start from Rs. 179 instead of Rs. 149. This pack offers unlimited calling, 2GB of data, and 300 messages. Then, there is an Rs. 269 plan that offers 100 messages per day, 1GB of data per day, and unlimited calling. This pack used to price at Rs. 219.

The third plan in the same segment is now priced at Rs. 299, which is Rs. 50 higher than the earlier price as users have to pay Rs. 249. This pack offers unlimited calling, 100 messages per day, and 1.5GB of data per day.

The last pack in the same segment is priced at Rs. 359, where users will get 100 messages per day, 100 messages per day, and 2GB of data per day. Earlier, this pack was priced at Rs. 299.

Vi Unlimited Plans For 56 Days

There are only two plans in this segment that will cost you Rs. 479 and Rs. 539. Earlier, these plans used to price at Rs. 399 and 449. Under these newly revised packs, users will be getting unlimited calling and 100 messages. In addition, users will get 1.5GB of data per day and 2GB of data per day.

In order to increase its average revenue per user, Airtel has finally increased the prices of its prepaid plans in the country. Airtel becomes the first telecom operator, which raises tariffs and that will be into effect from November 26, 2021.

“Bharti Airtel has always maintained that the mobile Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) needs to be at Rs. 200 and ultimately at Rs. 300, so as to provide a reasonable return on capital that allows for a financially healthy business model,” said the telco in an early morning statement on Monday.

Airtel New Prepaid Plans List

Let’s start with the base plan of Rs. 79, which will be now priced at Rs. 99 and users will get talk time worth Rs. 99 and 200MB data benefits for 28 days.

Airtel Unlimited Plan For 28 Days

Moving to the unlimited plans of the telecom plans, the first pack under the same segment will now cost you Rs. 179 instead of Rs. 149. The updated plan will provide you unlimited calling, 2GB of data per day, and 100 messages per day for 28 days.

The second plan in the list is now priced at Rs. 265 as against Rs. 219. This pack is now providing 100 messages per day, 1GB of data per day, and 100 messages for the same period.

The Rs. 299 plan offers 1.5GB of data per day, unlimited calling, and 100 messages per day. Earlier, this plan was priced at Rs. 249. Then, there is a pack of Rs. 359, which used to be priced at Rs. 298. Under this pack, all users will get 2GB of data per day, 100 messages per day, and unlimited calling.

Airtel Unlimited Plan For 56 Days

The Rs. 479 pack offers 1.5GB of data per day, 100 messages per day, and unlimited calling. This pack used to price at Rs. 399. The second plan in the list will now cost you Rs. 549 instead of Rs. 449. This pack now offers 2GB of data per day, unlimited calling, and 100 messages per day.

Airtel Unlimited Plan For 84 Days

The first pack of Rs. 455 used to price at Rs. 379. This pack offers 100 messages per day, 6GB of data, and unlimited calling. The Rs. 719 pack is providing 1.5GB of data per day, 100 messages per day, and unlimited calling. This pack used to price at Rs. 598.

The last pack in this segment is now priced at Rs. 839 instead of Rs. 698. This pack offers 100 messages per day, 2GB of data per day, and 100 messages per day.

Airtel Unlimited Plan For 365 Days

The Rs. 1,799 plan offers unlimited calling, 100 messages per day, and 24GB of data. This plan used to price at Rs. 1,498. The Rs. 2,999 is also providing 100 messages per day, 2GB of data per day, and unlimited calling.

Airtel Data Top Ups Packs

Apart from increasing prices of prepaid plans, India’s second-largest telecom operator has raised tariffs of data top-up plans. According to Airtel, the first data top-up plan will now cost you Rs. 58 instead of Rs. 48.

The second plan in the segment will now cost you Rs. 118 instead of Rs. 98. This pack now offers 12GB of data. The last plan in the segment is priced at Rs. 301, where users will get 50GB of data. Earlier, this plan was priced at Rs. 251.

The budget smartphone segment has been popular amongst the Indian audience for a long. But, the smartphone OEMs are now focusing majorly on the mid-range segment. And 5G smartphones seem to be the new craze despite the unavailability of this network in the Indian market yet. Similar to the budget segment, Chinese brands such as Xiaomi, Poco, Realme, and others are the aggressive players in the affordable 5G smartphone segment in India and the remaining global markets.

Poco recently launched its latest offering for the mid-range audience backed with 5G network support. The company has added some upgrades over the Poco M3 Pro 5G such as a new processor, a bigger display, and a bigger primary camera sensor. The Poco M4 Pro 5G gets is primary competition from the Realme 8S 5G which uses the same SoC as the Poco model. This article is a comparison between all three models mentioned above to help you decide which variant you should consider buying.

Poco M4 Pro 5G Vs Poco M3 Pro 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Display, Camera Comparison

The Poco M4 Pro 5G is the only variant in the lot which has a slightly bigger display panel. It is announced with a 6.60-inch display which is an IPS LCD display that supports 1080 x 2400 pixels FHD+ resolution. The panel further supports a 90Hz refresh rate and has a 20:9 aspect ratio.

On the other hand, both Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Realme 8S 5G features the same sized 6.50-inch display. Both handsets support 1080p screen resolution as the Poco M4 Pro 5G and a punch-hole camera cutout for the selfie camera. The refresh rate supported by the remaining two models is also 90Hz. Display-wise, there isn’t much difference you would find on all these three handsets except for the slightly taller form factor on the Poco M4 Pro 5G.

Coming to the camera hardware, the Poco M4 Pro 5G features a dual-camera setup while the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Realme 8S 5G come features a triple-lens setup. Speaking of the specifications, the Poco M4 Pro 5G’s dual-camera module has a 50MP main lens which has an f/1.8 aperture.

The primary lens is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor with an f/2.2 aperture. Whereas, the Poco M3 Pro 5G’s triple camera setup at the rear features a 48MP main camera with an f/1.79 aperture along with a set of 2MP sensors with an f/2.4 aperture. The Realme 8S 5G also sports three camera sensors at the back comprising a 64MP main sensor and a pair of 2MP sensors.

Poco M4 Pro 5G Vs Poco M3 Pro 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Hardware, Software, Battery Differences

The Poco M4 Pro 5G and the Realme 8S 5G share the same chipset under the hood. Both devices are announced with the octa-core Dimensity 810 octa-core processor which is based on a 6nm fabrication process and has 5G network support.

The Poco M3 Pro 5G also uses a Dimensity series processor (Dimensty 700 SoC) with which it becomes the most affordable 5G handset on the list. Speaking of the configurations, the Poco M4 Pro 5G comes with up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage option, while the Poco M3 Pro also has up to 6GB RAM and 128GB storage option.

Lastly, the Realme 8S 5G is the only model in this lot that has a higher up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage configuration. The firmware is the same on all models, i.e Android 11 OS with a respective custom skin on top. The battery capacity on all three devices is a 5,000 mAh unit combined with proprietary fast charging support.

Disney+ Hotstar is one of the leading streaming platforms in the country. The content app is really popular due to its vast catalogue, including all shows, Bollywood movies, and Disney movies. The app also provides content from several production houses like HBO, Showtime, and Fox.

In addition, this app allows users to watch cricket, Premier League, and F1. Also, the app provides content in languages, such as Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. So, that they can attract more users to its platform. Notably, the company has recently increased the prices of its plans, which is why we are listing all new packs along with all benefits.

Disney+ Hotstar Plans In India

The company offers three plans in India that are priced at RS. 499, Rs. 899, and Rs. 1,499. The Rs. 499 plan allows you to watch content only on one device; however, this pack is now costlier than the previous one. The Rs. 899 plan offers content on two devices in HD video quality. The third plan of Rs. 1,499 offers content in 4K on four devices.

How To Get Disney+ Hotstar Access With Reliance Jio Packs

India’s leading telecom operator Reliance Jio also offers Disney+ Hotstar access with Rs. 499, Rs. 549, Rs. 666, Rs. 888, and Rs. 2,599 respectively. Apart from Disney+ Hotstar app access, these packs offer data benefits. The Rs. 499 plan offers 3GB of data per without calling and message benefits.

The Rs. 549 pack offers 84GB for 56 days, whereas Rs. 666 plan offers 2GB of data per day and 100 messages per day for 56 days. The Rs. 888 plan is providing 100 messages per day and unlimited calling for 84 days.

The last plan of Rs. 2,599, where users will get unlimited calling, extra 10GB of data, and 100 messages per day for 365 days. Reliance Jio also offers the same app access with postpaid plans of Rs. 399, Rs. 599, Rs. 799, Rs. 999, and Rs. 1,499.

Airtel Plans With Disney+ Hotstar Access

Airtel is providing Disney+ Hotstar access with three plans that will cost you Rs. 499, Rs. 699, and Rs. 2,698. These plans offer 84GB, 112GB, and 730GB of data. These packs unlimited calling for 28, 56, and 365 days.

Vodafone-Idea Plans With Disney+ Hotstar Access

Moving to the Vodafone-Idea plans, where users will get Disney+ Hotstar with Rs. 601, Rs. 701, Rs. 501, Rs. 901, and Rs. 2,595 plans. In addition, users will get data, calling, and message benefits. Besides, these plans offer weekend data rollover, calling, and messages benefit.

Technology industries nowadays are consistently working on innovations that not just make our lives easier but also keep our health in check. Air Purifiers are one of such lifestyle goods that helps us with the same. Specifically, when here in India everyone’s struggling to get some fresh air to breathe.

India is already topping the charts at the WHO’s list of most populated cities across the globe. And there is no respite we are getting any time soon and the toxic levels in the air are intensifying. If you are one of the residents of Delhi NCR, you already might be dealing with smog and bad air quality.

While respective state governments are already bringing in strategies to curb this pollution menace, you can stay ahead and take your precautions. Buying an Air Purifier would be an ideal move if you want to safeguard yourself and your family when indoors.

You have a wide range of options from different noted brands that you can consider to purify the air quality in your room. But finding the right one that not just fits your budget but also has all the modern filtration technology could be a task.

To make it easy for you, we have listed down some of the best Air Purifiers that you can buy without burning a hole in your pocket. Let’s take a look:

Philips AC1217/20 Air Purifier

The first air purifier that makes to the list is from the consumer electronics giant Philips. The Philips AC1217/20 is the model which comes in the Philips 1000 series of air purifiers. This air purifier uses a 4-stage filtration process and has HEPA and Active Carbon filters packed inside. This air purifier is best suited for rooms up to 29 sq. m as it offers 260 cu. m/h clean air rate (CADR). This model retails at around Rs. 9,999 which brings to the list of affordable air purifiers in India.

Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 3

Xiaomi is one of the most popular brands in India for not just affordable smartphones but also other consumer electronics goods. The company has already ventured into the air purifier market and has introduced a bunch of products in the segment. This app comes with Wi-Fi connectivity and has some other modern features like compatibility with the Mi Home app and digital voice assistant support. This air purifier also has a true HEPA filter and offers a CADR (clean air delivery rate of 380-cubic meter per hour). The Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier is priced at Rs. 9,999.

Philips Series 2000 AC1758

The Philips Series 2000 AC1758 is another air purifier which you can consider buying to curb indoor pollutions. This air purifier is costlier than the above two models and is priced at around Rs. 14,990 in the country. This air purifier uses Intelligent auto purification Smart sensing technology and has 3-layer filter Prefilter technology. It comprises a NanoProtect HEPA filter and an activated charcoal filter.

Blue Star BS-AP490LAN Air Purfier

The Blue Star BS-AP490LAN is one of the best air purifiers that you can get under Rs. 15,000 in India. The air purifier can trap up to PM10 and PM 2.5 matters and can also eliminate bad odors with its seven-stage purification process. The clean air delivery rate (CADR) range here is 915 cu m/h. As far as the prices are concerned, you can buy this air purifier for Rs. 11,690.

Dyson Pure Cool Link Tower Air Purifier

Dyson is one of the best brands that is catering to the consumers eying the air purifier market. It is the most premium air purifier on this entire list. This air purifier has all the modern generation technologies packed inside along with the high-end filters. The Pure Cool Link tower comes with Wi-Fi network support and is also compatible with the Dyson Link app. It also has Alexa support so operating it hands-free is simple. The Dyson Pure Cool Link Tower is retailing for around Rs. 24,990.

In order to attract new users and retain existing customers, telecom operators keep launching and revising plans. Similarly, Reliance Jio, which is leading the telecom industry has launched cashback offers on some of the plans.

Reliance Jio Cashback Offer Details

Notably, the cashback can be accessed via the My Jio application and the company’s website. For the unaware, the Jio cashback offer is valid on Rs. 249, Rs. 555, and Rs. 599. The telecom operator is providing cashback of Rs. 50, Rs. 111, and Rs. 120 on these packs.

After cashback, these packs are priced at Rs. 199, Rs. 111, and Rs. 479. Customers are allowed to redeem cashback from JioMart, Jio Recharge, Reliance Digital, and more.

Reliance Jio Cashback Plans Details

Reliance Jio plan of Rs. 249 offers unlimited calling, 2GB of data per day, 100 messages per day. The second plan of Rs. 555 offers 1.5GB of data per day for 84 days, and the rest of the benefits are the same. The Rs. 599 pack offers 2GB of data every day for 84 days, 100 messages per day along with free calls. Besides, this pack offers access to JioCinema, JioSecurity, JioCloud, JioNews, and JioCloud.

Airtel Plans With Free Data Coupons

Airtel also offers data coupons along with extra data to all users who fulfill the eligibility. All users will receive messages if they are eligible for the offers. The free coupons are available in the My Coupons section on the company application. Notably, the company announced that there is no limit on the number of winners.

Airtel Plans With Prepaid Plans With Free Coupons

India’s second-largest telecom operator Airtel Rs. 289 offers 1.5GB of data per day, unlimited calling, and 100 messages for 28 days. This plan also ships Airtel Xstream benefit along with free hello tunes. This pack also ships two coupons along with 1GB of data for 28 days.

In addition, the telecom operator Rs. 599 plan offers a free mobile subscription to Disney+ Hotstar. This prepaid plan also offers 3GB of data per day, free calls, and 100 messages per day for 28 days. Apart from these benefits, this pack also ships Airtel Xstream benefits along with free hello tunes.

Zee5 video streaming app is giving tough competition to Netflix, Amazon Prime, and others leading players. The app provides shows, music, movies, and originals in 12 languages. Notably, the platform also provides content from ALT Balaji.

The Zee5 app allows you to watch content on the Web, Android, iOS, Smart TVs, among other devices. However, to access the content on the application, you have to opt for a subscription of Zee5, which is why we are listing details of all plans so that you can choose wisely.

Zee5 Subscription Packs In India

The company offers two packs in the country that are priced at Rs. 299 and Rs. 499. These packs are valid for three months and one year. Notably, the first pack offers two screens at one time, whereas Rs. 499 pack offers content on three screens at one time. Apart from screens, the company is providing 4500+ movies, Live TV access without ads, and 150+ web series.

How To Watch Content On Zee5 Application

Step 1: First, you need to open the https://www.zee5.com/myaccount/subscription page on the web or on your phone.

Step 2: Choose the plan and tap on the continue option. Now, you have to write your mobile number or mobile number.

Step 3: Select the mode of payment from UPI, credit, debit cards, wallets, and net banking to receive the OTP and to start the app. You can also choose the pay later option.

How To Get Zee5 Access From Airtel Prepaid Plan

Airtel only offers a Zee5 premium subscription with Rs. 289 plan. The Rs. 289 plan offers 1.5GB of data per day, free calls, and 100 messages per day for 28 days.

Apart from these benefits, Airtel offers a Zee5 subscription, a mobile edition on Amazon Prime, access to Apollo 24/ 7 circle for three months, free online courses from Shaw Academy, Wynk Music subscription, free hello tunes, and Rs. 100 cashback on Fastag.

It is important to note that Vodafone-Idea and Reliance Jio does not offer Zee5 subscription to their prepaid users. Previously, India’s third-largest telecom operator Vodafone-Idea used to provide Zee5 access to its customers.

Smartphone OEMs have been flooding the Indian market with 5G handsets. And most of the brands are focusing on introducing pocket-friendly devices backed with the modern network. The trend is in its full swing majorly with the Chinese brands. However, Indian smartphone makers are also venturing into this space with new offerings. Lava is the first homegrown smartphone maker which has introduced a 5G phone for the Indian audience. The Lava Agni 5G is the brand’s latest model, which will cater to the mid-range audience.

The Lava Agni 5G has been launched at Rs. 19,999 in the country for the single 8GB RAM model. It goes up against the likes of the Realme 8S 5G and the Samsung Galaxy M32 5G. Both these handsets are also new in the market and are the major rival of the Lava Agni 5G. We already are aware of the Realme 8S 5G and Galaxy M32 5G’s popularity amongst the Indian audience. But, what gives the Lava Agni 5G an edge over the remaining two models from the existing players? Is it the affordable pricing or the specifications? Here in this comparison article, we have broken it down for you. Take a look:

Lava Agni 5G Vs Galaxy M32 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Display, Camera Features

We start the list off with the display and camera specifications. The Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G have a high-end display compared to the Galaxy M32 5G. The Lava Agni 5G flaunts a 6.78-inch display with an FHD+ resolution, while the Realme 8S 5G sports a 6.50-inch FHD+ display. Both these models support a higher 90Hz refresh rate.

On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy M32 5G also has a 6.5-inch display. However, the remaining aspects are standard here. This model offers a 720P HD+ screen resolution and 60Hz refresh rate. Based on the display panel, the Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G takes the lead here with an FHD+ resolution and 90Hz refresh rate.

As for the imaging setup, the Lava and the Samsung models have a quad-camera setup, while the Realme variant ships with a triple-lens module. The Lava Agni 5G’s camera setup comprises a 64MP primary sensor with an f/1.79 aperture, a 5MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a pair of 2MP sensors (depth and macro sensor).  The Samsung Galaxy M32 5G’s quad-lens setup includes a 48MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a dual 2MP sensor for depth and macro photography.

Lastly, the Realme 8S 5G features a 64MP main lens at the back with an f/1.8 aperture and a set of 2MP sensors for depth and macro photography.  Both Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G are equipped with a 16MP snapper for selfies and video calling, while the Galaxy M32 5G packs a comparatively smaller 13MP selfie sensor.

Lava Agni 5G Vs Samsung Galaxy M32 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Hardware, Software, Battery Comparison

The processor driving both Lava Agni 5G and the Realme 8S 5G are the same. They both are launched with MediaTek’s latest budget 5G processor, i.e, the Dimensity 810 processor. Whereas, the Samsung Galaxy M32 5G is driven by Qualcomm’s octa-core Snapdragon 720 SoC. The configurations are identical in all three variants. The Lava Agni 5G comes with a single 8GB RAM and 128GB storage option.

You can buy the Realme 8S 5G as well as the Galaxy M32 5G with the same configuration. However, there is also a low-end model available for both these models (6GB RAM+ 128GB storage). The software version is also the same across all three devices, i.e, Android 11 OS. However, except for the Lava variant, you will get to see a custom skin on top of the Android OS instead of stock Android UI.

The battery capacity packed inside all these latest 5G models is also the same, i.e, a 5,000 mAh unit along with proprietary fast charging support.

Lava Agni 5G VS Galaxy M32 5G Vs Realme 8S 5G: Price Comparison

The Lava Agni 5G has been launched in a sole 8GB RAM+ 128GB storage configuration. This model will cost you Rs. 19,999. The Samsung Galaxy M32 5G’s low-end model which has 6GB RAM and 128GB storage model is available at Rs. 20,999, while the top model which packs 8GB RAM and 128GB storage option can be purchased at Rs. 22,999. Likewise, the Realme 8S 5G price starts at Rs. 17,999. But, that’s the pricing of the 6GB RAM+ 128GB storage model. It also comes with an 8GB RAM and 128GB storage model which is priced the same as the Lava Agni 5G (Rs. 19,999).

Amazon Prime, which is one of the leading OTT players in India is planning to increase prices of the plans. The on-demand video streaming platform is offering original shows and movies in the country. So, to help you to choose the right plan for the Amazon Prime content, we are listing details of all packs.

Amazon Prime Packs In India

Currently, the company is providing three plans in the country that are priced at Rs. 129, Rs. 329, and Rs. 999. These plans are valid for one month, three months, and 365 days. Notably, the company has not announced the exact date or month when new prices will come into effect.

Amazon Prime Rs. 129 Monthly Pack

Lets’ start with the first plan of Rs. 129, which can be purchased via credit and selected debit cards. The company also said that the credit and debit card facility is limited to all banks that have complied with new guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India for recurring payments. This plan will allow you to access all services that have been offered by the application along with one or two delivery.

“Please note that effective 1 October 2021, your bank may not be able to process any requests for automated payments on your credit/debit cards unless it complies with RBI’s e-mandate guidelines. Therefore, we have temporarily discontinued new member sign-ups for Amazon Prime Free Trial until further notice. You can continue enjoying Prime membership benefits by manually renewing/signing up for the Monthly, Three Mont, or Annual Prime Membership here,” Amazon notes.

Amazon Prime Rs. 329 Three Month Plan

This plan of Amazon Prime comes with a validity of three months, where users will get all benefits of the app, including one or two-day deliveries, special discounts, and Prime Music for the same period.

Amazon Prime Rs. 999 Yearly Subscription Plan

The last and the yearly plan of the app will cost you Rs. 999, which allows users to access the benefits for one year. In addition, this plan seems a better option as it saves your money in comparison to three months pack. The quarterly plan will cost you Rs. 1,316, whereas the annual plan will cost you only Rs. 999.

How To Get Amazon Prime Memberships Free

Apart from these packs, telecom operators also offer Amazon Prime access with their prepaid and postpaid plans. These telecom operators also offer free calling and data benefits with these packs.