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Samsung launches advanced ‘E Series’ of mobile handsets
MUMBAI: Samsung India has launched three new models of its advanced E-series of camera mobile phones in the Indian market namely – E730, E-530 and E-880, priced between Rs 14,099 and Rs 16,449.
E-730: With a 262K TFT LCD display, this compact folder phone is equipped with a 1.3 mega pixel camera with Flash, MP3 Player, External Music key, Stereo FM Radio and Speakerphone with Voice Clarity Function. The unique feature of this triband, GPRS phone is its ability to print directly via blue tooth, eliminating the need for a cable. Weighing only 88 g, the phone has a capacity of recording for an hour, 1000×5 phone book memory, 90 MB user memory and seven language menu – Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Bengali, Punjabi, Gujarati and Kannada. It is priced at Rs 16,449.
E-530: The E-530, with a mega pixel camera and an inbuilt flash has a 4X Digital Zoom function and one hour video recording capability. It is equipped with a 90 MB memory, MP3 Player, Bluetooth and SyncML DS Connectivity. This GPRS phone has a 262K colour internal TFT screen and a 65,000 Colour External OLED Screen. This model too has seven language menu and 64 polyphonic ring tones and is priced at Rs 15,299.
E-880: This soft touch, slide up phone has a semi-automatic, 1.0 megapixel camera with a one-hour video recording functionality. The triband phone, which is priced at Rs 14099, comes with a 90 MB memory, Bluetooth connectivity, MP3 Player, 64 polyphonic/MP3 Ringtones and a 1000×5 phone book memory. A unique plug in speaker is also provided with the set.
The E530 and E880 support a unique video wallpaper function, which allows the user to even record his/her own personal video and set it as wallpaper.
“The new E-series are targeted both at professionals and high life seekers who are looking at innovative features and stylish looks,” says Samsung director-telecom H C Ryu.
With the introduction of the new E-series, Samsung now has a range of 14 mobile phones, priced in the range of Rs 3399 to Rs 18,699.
Brands
KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
