Swapnil Mathur
Swapnil Mathur indulges his passion for writing and technology by parading as a technology journalist by day, but also indulges his love for music by moonlighting as a photographer. He can often be found in long forgotten corners of the mountains shooting timelapse videos or writing about how the latest in technology is causing a paradigm shift in the social dynamic
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Nikon D850 to go on sale on September 7: Here’s our first impressionSubscriber Only
September 05, 2017 20:15 IST
Nikon launched their newest full-frame flagship DSLR, the Nikon D850 at an event in New Delhi. The camera comes at a time when Nikon is celebrating not just 10 years of its presence in India, but also its 100th birthday. Keeping that in mind, the company made extra efforts to make the Nikon D850 special. […]
Tue, Sep 05, 2017
What is the allure of the Blue Whale Challenge for children?Subscriber Only
September 01, 2017 22:02 IST
The Blue Whale challenge which has claimed the lives of a number of children worldwide, is a game that preys upon young impressionable minds and eventually leads to their death.
Sat, Sep 02, 2017Moto G5s Plus First Impressions and Camera SamplesSubscriber Only
August 29, 2017 07:58 IST
We have had the phone for a few days, and while we conduct our in depth review of the phone, you can read our first impressions of the device.
Tue, Jun 26, 2018Coolpad Cool Play 6 first impressions and camera samplesSubscriber Only
August 21, 2017 09:17 IST
If you're wondering what this phone has to offer that others don't, here's our first impressions to shed light on the matter.
Tue, Jun 26, 2018Nokia 8 is all about the Camera and why you should careSubscriber Only
August 18, 2017 12:45 IST
The Nokia 8 is testament that the company is ready to come back to the market with a strong focus on smartphone cameras
Fri, Jun 22, 2018
Xiaomi to open largest Mi Home store in Gurgaon, reveals big plans for offline expansionSubscriber Only
August 17, 2017 21:00 IST
Xiaomi, the second largest smartphone brand in India this quarter, is looking seriously at online and will launch its fourth and largest Mi Home store in Gurgaon on August 19. Xiaomi India managing director Manu Jain said the store, the first outside Bengaluru, will open at Ambience Mall.
Fri, Aug 18, 2017Sarahah: From a force of social change to feeding narcissism and cyber-bullyingSubscriber Only
August 11, 2017 11:24 IST
The anonymous social media app is the latest evidence of how a good thing can turn horribly bad
Thu, Jun 21, 2018
Canon EOS 6D MarkII and Canon EOS 200D first impressionsSubscriber Only
July 31, 2017 18:10 IST
Canon just got done launching the EOS 6D MarkII and the 200D in India and while the launch event and the press release have a lot to say, Canon India invited us to their headquarters in Gurugram to get a closer, more in-depth look and understanding of what the two cameras have to offer the Indian consumer.
Mon, Jul 31, 2017
Sony Bravia OLED A1 first impressions: This is a sight to beholdSubscriber Only
July 24, 2017 19:57 IST
Sony India has announced the arrival of their flagship OLED series, the A1, in India from August 4. Sony Bravia OLED A1 comes in two sizes, 55 inches and 65 inches. At the launch event, we got to spent some time with Sony's latest 4K TV. Here are our first impressions.
Tue, Jul 25, 2017DxOMark gives OnePlus 5 camera score of 87, ignores the secondary lens altogetherSubscriber Only
July 07, 2017 09:57 IST
DxOMark releases its camera ratings for the OnePlus 5, but we can't help feel skeptical
Thu, Jun 21, 2018OnePlus 5: A week later, what’s broken and what’s fixedSubscriber Only
July 04, 2017 11:20 IST
OnePlus has pushed out two software updates for the OnePlus 5 since launch, but some problems still remain
Wed, Jun 20, 2018
Sony’s 2017 audio range review: SRS-XB Bluetooth Docks, MDR-XB510AS headphones and moreSubscriber Only
June 19, 2017 16:43 IST
Sony has launched its complete range of Bluetooth speakers, headphones and earphones in India this summer. Here's our review of the Sony SRS- XB40, Sony SRS- XB30, Sony SRS- XB20 Bluetooth docks, as well as the Sony MDR-XB510AS sports headphones.
Tue, Jun 27, 2017
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 review: More resolution than your screen can handleSubscriber Only
June 08, 2017 10:22 IST
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 review: This isn't just about the 6K video. It improves its predecessor’s capabilities for recording 4K video, brings a number of enhancements for focusing, and also clubs a bunch of modes that photographers might love overall.
Thu, Jun 08, 2017
India vs Pakistan: Off the field, a match of friendship and loveSubscriber Only
June 06, 2017 01:38 IST
India played Pakistan in their opening game of ICC Champions Trophy 2017 and emerged as victorious by 124 runs (D/L) as they bowled out Pakistan for 184 after setting a target of 324 runs which was later revised to 289 from 41 due to rain.
Tue, Jun 06, 2017OnePlus 5 official camera sample comparison disappointsSubscriber Only
May 30, 2017 07:54 IST
In a bid to create more hype for their upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 5, the company tweeted an image comparison that is misleading and disappointing at best
Tue, May 29, 2018Five reasons to buy the Nokia 3310Subscriber Only
May 16, 2017 15:36 IST
Why should you buy a feature phone in the age of smartphones?
Tue, Jun 19, 2018Deconstructing Samsung Pay: A month with the future of payments, its challenges and opportunitiesSubscriber Only
April 22, 2017 09:18 IST
Samsung Pay tries to be a unified payment service for India. Has the company set its sight on a goal too lofty?
Tue, Jun 19, 2018Five features we hope to see on the OnePlus 5Subscriber Only
April 17, 2017 10:38 IST
OnePlus has always delivered when it comes to price & performance, but can it replicate the magic with the alleged OnePlus 5?
Tue, Jun 19, 2018How to choose the right smartphone for your next tripSubscriber Only
April 17, 2017 07:07 IST
Vacations are an important part of our lives, and the choice of smartphone we bring along matters
Tue, Jun 19, 2018Why I’m ditching Reliance Jio and maybe you should tooSubscriber Only
April 05, 2017 13:17 IST
Cheap data is useless if it can't access your information fast enough
Tue, Jun 19, 2018Samsung Galaxy S8 Camera: A missed opportunity for SamsungSubscriber Only
March 30, 2017 13:51 IST
Did Samsung drop the ball with the camera on the Samsung Galaxy S8 & the Samsung Galaxy S8+?
Tue, Jun 19, 2018Some things in smartphone tech we wish never existed: Top 4Subscriber Only
March 23, 2017 15:13 IST
Smartphone technology has brought the world closer, but it isn't without its faults
Sat, Jun 16, 2018
Moto G5 Plus Review: Very competent user experienceSubscriber Only
March 15, 2017 13:50 IST
There’s a lot of things the Motorola G5 Plus gets right and then there are some that it doesn’t. Here is our full review.
Wed, Dec 27, 2017
Sony Walkman NW-A35 review: For those who love quality musicSubscriber Only
March 04, 2017 14:23 IST
The Sony NW-A35 Walkman is latest addition to Sony's small portfolio of dedicated, high-resolution audio players.
Mon, Mar 06, 2017Five Innovations that reshaped mobile photographySubscriber Only
March 01, 2017 16:09 IST
Smartphone photography has come a long way, but it would not have been possible had it not been for some major innovations
Fri, Jun 15, 2018a better experience