Tata Motors Introduces New Indica Vista Drivetech4 in India

Tata Motors has launched an all-new Indica Vista range, the Indica Vista Drivetech4, with a host of new features and a thrilling driving experience, to take the encouraging market response to the company’s new generation car to a new high.

The BS-4 compliant Indica Vista Drivetech4 has a specially designed Eurotech gearbox perfectly mated to the Vista Drivetech4 Quadrajet diesel and Safire petrol engines. It ensures higher torque at low RPMs, minimal vibration, precise gear shifting, longer engine life and cooled exhaust gas recirculation for lower emissions. All these together result in superior handling, exciting zip and a never-before driving experience. The same degree of refinement and driveability is also being offered on BS-3 engines.

The other new features include a 4-spoke tilt-adjustable steering wheel and height-adjustable driver’s seat enabling customised driving positions. The flexible 60:40 flip and fold rear seat lends added space for multiple needs. The fully integrated 2-DIN stereo system with Blue 5 and USB port enhance entertainment and communication convenience. Dual airbags (driver and passenger) and ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) make it one of the safest cars on Indian roads.

The Indica Vista Drivetech4 series, though in the premium B segment, has been competitively priced, starting respectively from Rs.3.57 lakhs for the Safire petrol range and from Rs. 4.4 lakhs for the Quadrajet diesel range (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The range has been launched with an exciting contest – available at www.surpriseyourself.in – to spot that only feature the Vista Drivetech4 shares with the Indica, and win a Vista free.

The Indica Vista, Tata Motors’ all-new second generation car introduced in August 2008, has won the Jury Award at the Business Standard Motoring Car Of The Year Awards and was recognised as the Best Value for Money Car at the UTVi Autocar Awards.

Courtesy: Tata Motors India

HTC Legend Android Smartphone in India for Rs. 25990

HTC Corporation, a global designer of smartphones, today announced the launch of the HTC Legend in India. The HTC Legend aims to take Android to the next level with the enhanced HTC Sense experience.

Stylish Smartphone
The sleek uni-body design with a brushed metallic finish, the HTC Legend sports a unique design with a smooth, continuous surface, machined from a single aluminum block into a seamless compact frame. To complement its looks, the HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, OLED HVGA display. The traditional trackball has also been replaced with an optical joystick, surrounded by a narrow button to improve usability without interrupting its unique design.

“HTC Sense was created to magnify your ability to create and define your own unique mobile experience,” said Ajay Sharma, Country Head, HTC India. “HTC Legend takes Android to another level in both substance with an enhanced HTC Sense experience and also scores high in style with HTC Legend’s revolutionary crafted aluminum uni-body design.”

An Enhanced HTC Sense Experience
The new HTC Sense experience continues to focus on improving your interactions with your most important people. This begins with a new HTC application and widget called Friend Stream that seamlessly aggregates your social communication including Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr into one organised flow of updates. This simple aggregation makes it easier than ever to focus on what friends are doing as well as to view the images and links that they share. In addition to Friend Stream, people can be organised into specific social circles, such as groups of friends, colleagues or any other way that makes sense.

The new HTC Sense experience also introduces broad improvements to applications including the browser, email client and others. In addition, the new version of HTC Sense includes a new newsreader application and widget, as well as a new seven-screen ‘Leap’ thumbnail view for quick and easy access to specific screens.

The HTC Legend includes a stunning 3.2 inch, OLED HVGA display and a 5 mega-pixel autofocus camera with LED flash. The HTC Legend is loaded with hidden little design touches that are sure to delight you, e.g., the ringer volume automatically lowers when the phone is picked up. The HTC Legend also comes with GPS antenna, Wi-Fi and 3.5G connectivity, 3.5 mm stereo audio jack connector and a variety of multimedia entertainment services. In addition, with the latest Android, HTC Legend allows transmission of data files like contacts, music and photo via Bluetooth. Browsing on the HTC Legend is also a high fidelity experience. Adobe Flash support brings to life the vast video and gaming content of the Internet.

Availability & Pricing
The HTC Legend will be available at a Market Operating Price of Rs. 25,990.00* at all authorized HTC resellers across the country.

Courtesy: HTC India

LG Introduces GU220 and GU285 Slider Handsets in Indian Market

Innovators in providing exceptional fun and entertainment, LG Electronics introduces two new swanky handsets in the Indian market today. The LG GU220 and GU285, and make a perfect choice for consumers seeking entertainment.

The new LG GU285 and LG GU220 with sleek slider design reflects perfect harmony of technology and loaded multimedia features is an answer to all entertainment needs. These phones will prove to be an apt assortment for a more rewarding mobile experience.

“The new phones are an extension of our unique offerings in the Buzz series that promises to give our users benefits of mega multimedia for entertainment on the move. The extensive basket of features, make these phones a preferred choice for consumers who demand for more. As always, we promise to come up with more handsets that cater to varied needs of consumers” remarked Mr. Sudhin Mathur, Business Group Head, Mobile Communications, LGEIL.

The LG GU285 – Crave more! Get more!
The sleek, compact slider LG GU285 is 3G enabled and has a large 5.6cm screen, coupled with 1.3MP smart camera, with an added function of printing images through blue tooth. The Secondary VGA Camera not only allows you to take your own portrait pictures but also is future ready for video telephony. The phone’s classic design matches fast life and a fasted to access favorite function with unique configurable Hotkey and Multi Tasking Key.

Fast internet browsing speeds enabled through, EDGE will keep you going. For productivity usage consumers, it sets up-to 5 Email Accounts, and in addition to it one can take download speeds to unexpected levels with 3G Data Connection. The Memory is expandable up to 8 GB. The phone offers, 10 hrs of Talk time and 580 Hrs Standby time. Multimedia features like FM Radio and MP3 player with 6 built-in equalizer makes music listening a different experience. Multitude of fun applications like RockeTalk to connect to instant messengers like Gtalk or Yahoo, Live Cricket Action through Just Cricket’s Cricket Simulation, Favorite Regional Newspapers online through News Hunt, Try and Buy Games – Ferrari GT, Diamond Twister Demo Mini Game Planet, Sudoku etc make this a non-stop phone.

The LG GU220 – Immerse in complete entertainment
The Sleek Stylish Slider LG GU220 is a complete entertainment phone, which comes with a premium metallic look and seamless slide Keypad with solid metallic design.

It’s large 5.6cm screen gives you better usage and viewing experience with ready to access functions from the home screen. Multimedia features include VGA Camera to capture your favorite fun moments. Music lovers can listen and record their favorite songs through FM recording feature. Fast connectivity, faster browsing and downloading speeds with EDGE, extra long usage of up-to 10 Hrs Talk-time makes it an ideal choice for young consumers who are always on the go.

The price of the LG GU285 and GU220 is Rs.6500/- and Rs. 4500/- respectively.

Courtesy: LG India

Nokia Introduces C3, C6 and E5 QWERTY Phones in India

Nokia today launched a newer, improved version of Nokia Messaging with free push email service on all compatible Nokia Symbian devices, exclusively for consumers in India. The service will be available through all leading operators in the country and consumers will only have to pay the basic data download charges. Further, as part of the Nokia Messaging Service (NMS) portfolio, Nokia will also offer free Instant Messaging (IM) services, preloaded on select devices. The company also unveiled the Nokia C3, Nokia C6 and Nokia E5, its new range of QWERTY devices to make email, chat and QWERTY devices available at affordable prices to more consumers in the country.

Speaking on the occasion, Anssi Vanjoki, Executive Vice President – Markets, said, “Nokia’s email proposition offers different kinds of email options depending on the need of the user. The service is already in use by over three million people in more than 100 countries. The reason Nokia enjoys success in delivering services to almost every corner of the world is down to our ability to create tailored solutions to best fit the characteristics each market. India is among the top 5 countries for the service and we are confident that with our decision to offer it for free, we will see a significant surge in adoption of email and messaging services in the country.”

Nokia’s vision is to make messaging services available and affordable for all segments of consumers, and not just a privileged few. People want the best messaging experience on an affordable device, whether it’s sending a simple text or instant message or an email, Nokia offers a powerful range of devices that deliver a seamless messaging experience at different price points,” said Mr. D. Shivakumar, Managing Director and Vice President, Nokia India.

Nokia Messaging (consumer push email):
Nokia Messaging is a push email UI that aggregates all multiple consumer email accounts through one client. It can support and mobilize up to 10 email accounts such as Gmail, Yahoo, Rediffmail, Sify and Indiatimes amongst others. Nokia’s email solution removes the barriers and prohibitive costs associated with mobile email Nokia Messaging is easy to configure (simply in 3 steps!) with the consumer having to click on the email icon and then enter his email address and password. It ensures easy toggling from one email account to another, without closing the existing email account, and without having to go through the web browser. Supported on more than 33 Symbian device models, it has over 3 million active users in more than 100 countries today.

Nokia Messaging (IM):
Nokia’s Instant Messaging Service enables users to mobilize all of the popular chat clients like Windows Live™ Messenger, Yahoo! Messenger® or Google Talk straight on the Nokia device. The chat client allows users to have multiple conversations across multiple communities at the same time, change their status by community and manage their buddy lists. The IM service will initially be pre-loaded on Nokia E63, E71 and E72 devices.

New Messaging devices: Nokia also unveiled three new handsets to bring mobile messaging and social networking into the hands of more people at affordable prices. These include:

Nokia C3: The most affordable Messaging device:
The Nokia C3 has been built with social networking in mind as it is the first Series 40 phone with a full QWERTY keyboard, providing this feature at very affordable price points. The Nokia C3 comes with Nokia Messaging, Ovi Mail and Ovi Chat, meaning first time users can set up email and chat accounts straight from the device, without the need for a PC. Other features include Wi-Fi connectivity, a two megapixel camera, rich color screen, and support for up to 8GB memory card. It comes in a variety of colors including golden white, slate grey and hot pink. The Nokia C3 is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2010 at an estimated retail price of 90 EUR, before taxes.

Nokia C6: Convenience of Touch and a full keyboard
The Nokia C6 is a Symbian-based smartphone combining the benefits of a 3.2 inch touch screen with a full slide out QWERTY keyboard. The large screen provides a great Internet experience, as well as offering access to Facebook feeds directly on the homescreen. A full suite of email and social networking capabilities means the Nokia C6 is perfect for people who want to stay up to date while on the go. The Nokia C6 has impressive features including a high quality five megapixel camera with autofocus and flash and Ovi Maps with free lifetime navigation. In addition, the Nokia C6 can be personalized with thousands of apps – whether its games and videos to news aggregators and web services – all available in the Ovi Store. It is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2010 at an estimated price of EUR 220, before taxes.

Nokia E5: Stay connected the way you prefer
The Nokia E5 brings together high quality business features and entertainment capabilities. Perfect for managing busy schedules, the Nokia E5 combines a full QWERTY keyboard and multiple work and personal email accounts. With a variety of productivity applications available in the Ovi Store and one touch connection to instant messaging, personal email and social networks, it’s easy to keep in contact from anywhere. Additionally, it comes with Ovi maps and free navigation amongst other interesting features. It also includes a 5 megapixel camera and super fast internet over wireless LAN and 3G. Estimated price of the Nokia E5 is EUR 180, before taxes, with expected availability in the third quarter of 2010.

Courtesy: Nokia India

Refreshed Versions of Yamaha FZ16 and FZ-S bikes Launched in India

Riding on the grand success of its muscular and hottest-looking FZ16 and FZ-S bikes, India Yamaha is introducing new color schemes and graphics to add more zing to their appeal. Also, the company will communicate both FZ16 and FZ-S under a single style statement – Stylish Macho. The FZ series are very popular amongst youngsters and have been a prized possession of more than 1 lakh happy customers.

In 2009 fiscal, the company sold 85,000 units of FZ16 & FZ-S, contributing to 40% of total sales volume. The new FZ-S will be available in Black Cyber Green, Silver Tech and Sport Electric Blue colors while new FZ16 will come in Lava Red and Midnight Black. The all new stylish graphics and change in the color of some body parts will compliment the overall macho expression of these bikes. Further, Yamaha has incorporated new logo which will give these bikes more masculine feel. These bikes will be BSIII emissions regulations compliant.

Speaking on the latest versions of FZ16 and FZ-S, Koji Arai, Director & Chief Sales Officer , India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. said, “With the refreshed versions of FZ16 and FZ-S, we want to strengthen our presence in the highly competitive 150cc+ segment and increase our share from 12% to 20% by year-end. We have kept the essence of FZ series bikes intact while altering the aesthetics to exemplify the masculine feeling these tough machines are known for. The stylish graphics will take the street fighter image to its next level.”

The bikes boast of 153cc air-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder high torque engine for active & aggressive city riding. The engine is born out of the quest for the ultimate in intake efficiency, combustion efficiency and minimum horsepower loss. A negative pressure type Φ26mm carburetor with TPS (Throttle Position Sensor) contributes to outstanding engine response. The 5-speed transmission provides a smooth operational touch and the gear ratios provide optimum performance and agility in city riding.

The placement of ‘MidShip Muffler’ is toward the center of the machine to achieve good concentration of mass, exhaust efficiency and handling. Monocross rear suspension ensures agile running performance and handling. The bikes also have “140/60-17” size rear radial with a 60% aspect ratio that contributes to better grip and handling stability.

FZ series bikes are designed & engineered with the potential for active and even aggressive enjoyment of around-town street-riding and styling that brings pride of ownership. The strategically use of graphics and vibrancy of colors on these bikes have been done keeping in mind the end user and is customized exclusively to cater to his needs. The target demographic is 18-35 year old male who is brand conscious, stylish & confident and has an active mindset and inclination towards good things in life. Quality is critical to him and flashing accessories and latest gadgets is his style quotient.

The new FZ-S will be available at a price of Rs. 67,000/- while FZ16 is priced at Rs. 65,000/- (Ex-showroom, Delhi).

Courtesy: Yamaha India