Note: The phones listed below cost between Rs 11,000 and Rs 20,000, as of 11th April 2018 and are listed in no particular order.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro

After challenging Samsung’s throne of being the best selling smartphone brand in budget category, Xiaomi has stepped its foot in the mid-range category with next instalment of its one of the most selling smartphone in India.

One of the two most beautiful phones launched by the Chinese giant recently is Redmi Note 5 Pro. The phone comes in an elegant sleek all-metal bezel-less design. The edge-to-edge display, face unlock capabilities, decent dual camera great build quality and a competent dual camera coupled with bright and vivid display make it a perfect eye-candy.

The phone’s display is 5.99-inch FHD+. It is powered by Snapdragon 636 SoC aided with 4GB and 6GB of RAM. Both the variants come with 64GB of storage onboard and are priced at Rs 13,999 and Rs 16,999.

Moto G5S Plus

After Motorola’s acquisition by Lenovo, the company has performed extremely especially in the mid-range and budget smartphone segment. The bloatware-free near to pure Android experience and a single aluminium piece chassis make it a strong contender in this segment. The decent set of processor, great build quality and decent cameras make it a sensible choice.

The Moto G5S Plus comes with 5.5-inch display with an impressive screen resolution of 1920×1080 pixels. It is powered by Snapdragon 625 coupled with 4GB of RAM. The internal storage offered by the device is 64GB. The dual 13MP camera sensors perform outstanding given the price tag of Rs 12,999.

Xiaomi Mi A1

Another masterpiece by Xiaomi, the Mi A1 was the first smartphone from Xiaomi to run on Android One providing pure android experience. The dual camera setup on the rear is pretty impressive.

The phone comes powered with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 625 SoC coupled with 4GB of RAM. The display is 5.5-inch tall and offers internal storage of 64GB that is further expandable with the help of microSD card. On optical front, there are two 12MP camera sensors on the rear that help you capture portraits in Bokeh mode. It comes with fast charging support and is priced at Rs 13,999.

Samsung Galaxy On Max

Samsung is a company that has spread its legs in all the sections of the smartphone market. The best mid-range offering in Samsung’s popular Galaxy lineup is the Galaxy On Max.

The phone comes with a 5.7-inch display which is taller than any other smartphone by the South Korean giant in mid-range and budget segment. It is powered by MediaTek MTK6757 processor which is aided by 4GB of RAM. The internal storage offered by the device is 32GB which is expandable one. The lack of a dual rear camera setup may prove to be the deal breaker but if that’s not the problem, this phone might prove to be a smart choice. It is priced at Rs 14,900.

Infinix Zero 5 Pro

You must not have heard quite much, but giving a chance the phone is surely capable of changing your perception. The massive 4,350mAh battery makes it an idle for heavy usage throughout the day.

The display on the phone is 5.98-inch tall which is a full HD one. It is powered by MediaTek Helio P25 MT6737 processor coupled with massive 6GB of RAM which is capable of handling anything you throw at it with ease. It offers 64GB of expandable storage and comes with a dual rear camera sensor on the rear. There is also a 16MP camera sensor on the front with flash for selfie lovers and is priced at Rs 19,999.

Apple iPhone SE

Made in India, the compact smartphone from Apple is still one of the most selling devices in this price range. The compact design with a powerful processor and handy 4-inch display make it a great buy.

It is popularly known as iPhone 6s encased in a smaller body. The phone offers 4-inch retina display, powerful processor, great set of cameras and good build quality. What else can you expect from an Apple phone at a cost Rs 18,999?

Honor 9 Lite

How can one forget the moment when Honor showcased a four camera smartphone. The revolutionary quad-camera phone along with all-metal body and bezel-less design that too for just Rs 14,999.

The Honor 9i Lite houses a 5.6-inch edge-to-edge FHD+ display. It is powered by Huawei’s very own Kirin 659 processor that is aided by 4GB of RAM. The internal storage offered is 64GB that is further expandable. There are 13MP+2MP camera sensors on both front and back allowing users to capture portraits in Bokeh mode using both front and rear cameras. It is priced at Rs 14,999.

Nokia 6

Ever since Nokia made a comeback in January last year, it has marked its presence in all the segments of smartphone market. The Nokia 6 offers decent hardware and software marriage at a price tag of Rs 12,999.

The phone sports 5.5-inch FHD+ display with a screen resolution of 1920×1080 pixels. It is powered by Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor and runs on Android Nougat with Android Oreo update promised soon. The phone offers 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. There is an 8MP front-facing camera and a 16MP camera sensor on the rear as well.

The standout features include all-metal unibody and dual speakers with dedicated amplifier and Dolby Digital Sound.

Vivo V7

Vivo has made a special place in hearts of selfie lovers in India with its selfie-focused V series. The Vivo V7 was launched with a FullView display and a 24MP front camera with moonlight flash.

The bezel-less display on the phone is 5.7-inch tall and comes with a screen resolution of 1440×720 pixels. The phone is powered Snapdragon 450 processor clocked at 1.7GHz. It offers 4GB RAM and an internal storage of 64GB which is expandable one. There is a 16MP camera on the rear and a 24MP camera on the rear for capturing captivating selfies. It is priced at Rs 16,990 and would be a smart choice for selfie lovers.

Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro

If you do not want to experiment but want a decent phone that can perform all the daily tasks but is little upfront, Galaxy J7 Pro is a smart buy.

It comes with a conventional 5.5-inch display with a screen resolution of 1920×1080 pixels. The phone is powered by Exynos 1.6GHz octa-core processor coupled with 3GB of RAM for a free flow of day-to-day functionalities. It offers 64GB of ample storage that is expandable one. The phone sports 13MP camera sensor on both front and rear and is priced at just Rs 18,900.

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The phones listed below cost between Rs 6,000 and Rs 10,000, as of 11th April 2018 and are in no particular order.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

The latest and one of the most beautiful entries in the list, the Redmi Note 5 is the next instalment of Xiaomi’s best selling smartphone, Redmi Note 4. The bezel-less display and powerful processor make it a smart and strong option at a price of Rs 9,999.

The phone comes with a 5.99-inch display with thin bezels on top and bottom. It is powered by a 2GHz octa-core processor that is coupled with 3GB of RAM. There is also a 4GB RAM variant of the smartphone which is priced higher.

The primary camera sensor is of 12MP resolution while there is a 5MP camera sensor on the front delivers excellent results. The massive 4,000mAh battery provides excellent endurance.

Moto E4 Plus

Motorola’s budget offering Moto E4 Plus is one best when it comes to battery backup. The massive 5,000mAh battery relieves you of reaching out for your charger every now and then.

The phone houses a 5.5-inch HD display and is powered by a MediaTek MT6737 1.3 GHz processor. It runs on Android 7.1 Nougat and offers 3GB of RAM. The internal storage onboard is 32GB that is expandable up to 128GB via microSD card. The 5,000mAh battery comes with fast charging support. It is priced at Rs 9,500.

Moto G5

Motorola has, after comeback, given a special preference to the budget segment. The E-series and G-series are dedicated entirely to the budget smartphone which has performed really for the company.

The Moto G5 is one such smartphone that comes with a 5-inch display with an impressive pixel density of 441. The only drawback is that the display is surrounded by very thick bezels. The phone is powered by Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor that is coupled with 3GB of RAM. The internal storage offered by the device is 16GB of RAM.

There is a 13MP camera sensor on the rear and a 5MP camera sensor on the front. The battery is of 2800mAh and is priced at Rs 9,999.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4

One of the most selling smartphone by Xiaomi, the Redmi Note 4 is still preferred choice of budget smartphone buyers. The phone prices slightly higher than the rest of the phones on this list, but is surely worth it.

The phone comes with an excellent 5.5-inch display. It is powered by Snapdragon 625 SoC 64-bit octa-core processor. The phone sports a 13MP camera sensor on the rear and a 5MP camera sensor on the front that is capable of delivering excellent results.

The phone offers 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. The battery is of 4100mAh category and is priced at Rs 10,999.

10.or E

The introduction of 10.or E to the budget smartphone segment of India has challenged Xiaomi’s leadership in the segment. The company launched a few budget phones recently and 10.or E is one of them.

10.or E comes with a 5.5-inch display which is protected by 2.5D curved Gorilla Glass. The phone is powered by Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor that is aided by 3GB of RAM. The internal storage offered by the device is 32GB that is further expandable up to 128GB.

There is a 13MP camera sensor on the rear and 12MP camera sensor on the front. The battery is of 4000mAh and provides good endurance. It comes with a mouth-watering price of Rs 6,999.

Xiaomi Redmi Y1

Xiaomi stepped its foot in the selfie-centric category of smartphones with the Redmi Y1. The phone comes with a selfie flash to add a cherry on top. The photos captured by the Redmi Y1 are decent in daylight but not underwhelming in low light.

The phones come with 5.display and an octa-core Snapdragon 835 processor. The phone offers 3GB RAM and an internal storage of 32GB that is expandable up to 128GB. There is a 16MP front facing the camera and a 12MP camera sensor on the rear as well. It is priced at Rs 8,999.

Xiaomi Redmi 5A

The Redmi 5A is one of the most economical phones of this time. The phone was launched with a discount of Rs 1,000 to the first 25 million customers in India but only on 2GB RAM variant.

The phone comes with a 5-inch display and is powered by Snapdragon 425 processor. The Ram offered by the device is 3GB and internal storage is of 32GB. There is a 13MP camera sensor on the rear and a 5MP sensor on the front. The device gets its juice from 3000mAh battery and is priced at Rs 6,999.

Micromax Canvas Infinity

The domestic smartphone manufacturer, Micromax launched a phone after a small gap. The Canvas Infinity as the name suggests houses a bezel-less display following the market trend.

Canvas Infinity houses a 5.7-inch display and is powered by a Snapdragon 425 processor. The phone offers 3GB of RAM and an expandable internal storage of 32GB.

It sports a 13MP camera sensor on the rear and a 16MP camera setup on the front. The 2900mAh battery is not very impressive but offers decent endurance. It is priced at Rs 8,989 and is one good choice under Rs 10,000.

Yu Yureka Black

Yu garnered immense popularity with its first Yureka smartphone. The Yureka black has a good build quality and feels good when in hand. The black colour gives it a desirable look as well. While the phone is a decent performer, the display and low light camera might be a disappointment.

The phone houses a 5-inch display and is powered by 1.4GHz octa-core processor. The phone comes with 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage.

There are a 13MP rear camera sensor and an 8MP camera sensor on the front for selfies. The battery is of 3000mAh capacity and is priced at Rs 8,999.

Xiaomi Redmi 4

Another budget masterpiece from Xiaomi, the Redmi 4 is, what you can say, a toned down version of the Redmi Note 4. It has a 5-inch display which is smaller than that of Redmi Note 4.

The processor is Snapdragon 435 which is aided by 3GB of RAM. The internal storage offered by the device is 32GB that can further be expanded via microSD card.

The camera setup on Redmi 4 is similar to Redmi Note 4 with a 13MP rear sensor and a 5MP sensor on the front. The battery is of 4100mAh battery and is priced at Rs 8,499.

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However, the only issue with the Z17 mini is that the device runs on Android Marshmallow that is very old as compared to other devices in this price range that are already shipping with Android Nougat out of the box. Are you a Nubia Z17 Mini Limited Edition user too? Don’t you worry! There are several “Launcher Apps” available for your smartphone that will make your device look much more attractive. Here are the Top 5 launcher themes for Nubia N17 Mini Limited Edition.

1. Microsoft launcher

The recently released Microsoft launcher is an advanced version of the previous Arrow launcher.According to a report from Microsoft, the launcher now comes with a “Continue to PC” feature that allows the user to carry forward the work he was doing on his Android device, be it editing a picture, reading a blog etc, to his PC. This feature will soon be available for iOS users as well via Microsoft Edge.

2. Apex Launcher

Apex launcher comes with 9 customizable home screens along with various transition effects between the screens. There is also an option to hide certain apps like the clock or the status bar.It helps you to organize the apps and other documents into different folders.

3. Nova Launcher

This is a very customizable launcher specially designed for modern Android OS. The most unique and attractive feature of the Nova launcher is its amazing graphics. It will turn the dull UI of your smartphone into a three-dimensional look. The launcher also lets you create backups of your settings and transfer the same to other Android devices.

4. Action Launcher

Are you an Android user who is dying to try out the latest features of the Android Oreo on your device? Then Action launcher is the perfect one for you as it brings all the attributes of Android Oreo and Pixel launcher to your smartphone that will make your UI look more elegant with the addition of vibrant color combinations and customizations.

The additional feature of the Action launcher is that it allows you to pick up your data from other launchers including Apex, Nova etc.

5. Next launcher

Next launcher is the perfect one for this smartphone as it comes with 3D-dynamic effects that will take the UI to a whole new level. You can upgrade to the full version of the launcher to enjoy the advanced 3D customizations. There are eight different gestures featured for the App drawer and the home screen.

Do let us know your pick in the comments section below.

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The 6GB RAM is capable of handling just anything you throw at it without any lag. So here in this list, we have included top 10 applications that are useful for day-to-day use and also help you get the most out of your device.

1. Google Cardborad

The Limited Edition Nubia Z17 Mini houses very thin bezels and an impressive 5.2-inch display with a pixel density of 424ppi. The display it a suitable device for running the Google Cardboard app that puts virtual reality on your smartphone. The app provides you your favourite VR experience by connecting you to Google Earth and flying you around the beautiful planet. You can also get a visit to Versailles with a local guide and let you examine cultural artifacts from every angle and much more.

2. Injustice 2

Injustice is a gaming app with a very heavy graphical interface to provide an ultimate gaming experience on your smartphone. Not all phones can handle app, but if you have a Limited Edition Nubia Z17 Mini you will have no problem in running the app. The 6GB of RAM coupled with Snapdragon 653 processor and Adreno 510 GPU let you play the game without any lag or missing even a single frame.

3. Mortal Combat X

Another heavy duty gaming app is the Mortal Combat X that is available free on the Google Play Store. The Mortal Combat X delivers an outstanding gaming experience with high-quality visuals. The app brings the power of next-generation gaming to your device with its stunning graphics.

4. Microsoft Office Suite

Gaming can be a very good time pass but smartphone apps have also made our work easier. One such app to install on Limited Editon Nubia Z17 Mini is Microsoft Office Suite that allows you to access, view and edit documents virtually from anywhere. The Microsoft Word allows you to manage Word documents, Microsoft Excel for creating and managing sheets and Microsoft Access for creating and editing presentations. The setup also allows you to directly share documents using Microsoft Outlook.

5. Snapseed

The Limited Edition Nubia Z17 Mini sports a 13MP dual camera setup on the rear and a 16MP front selfie shooter. The camera setup allows you to capture beautiful and professional-like photos with the help of Bokeh mode. There is always a scope for a little editing, the best video editing app in the market today is Snapseed. The app was voted as the best app of the year in 2011 by Apple. It is a complete and professional photo editing app. It offers a wide range of exposure, colour, masking and reshaping tools, filters and brushes. It offers non-destructive editing which allows the user to go back anytime into the Stack to adjust or eliminate the edit. The layer of the stack of edits that you have applied on an image can be saved as “Look”, which can later be applied to other photos with a touch, just as the “Action” in Adobe Photoshop.

Do let us know your pick in the comments section below.

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Intex Aqua Star

Equipped with 1GB RAM, Intex Aqua star is one the best Android smartphone under this price range. Integrated with a 5-inch inch display and powered by a 1GHz MediaTek SoC chipset, the Aqua start is a complete value for money. The smartphone houses an 8MP rear camera with 1280 X 720p resolution and 8GB of internal storage that is expandable up to 32GB.

InFocus M370

The M370 from the Oregon based company comes with a 5-inch HD IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with 720x1280p resolution and a pixel density of 294pixel /inch.The device runs on Android lollipop and houses a 2230mAh battery.It is integrated with Qualcomm’s 1.1Ghz Snapdragon 210 processor and has 1GB RAM with 8GB of internal storage. There is an 8MP camera on the rear and 2MP camera at the front.

Xolo Era 4G

The next device on the list is the Xolo Era 4G.Launched in May 2017, the Era 4G has a slim and lightweight body. The phone has a thickness of only 8.45mm and weighs around 142 grams. The smartphone is powered by 1.5Ghz SPREADTRUM Quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM. The display is 5” IPS LCD multitouch HD and has a resolution of 720 x 1280p. The most attractive feature of the Era 4G is its scratch-resistant Corning gorilla display.

Lenovo A2010

Another low budget smartphone under the price of Rs 5000 is the Lenovo A210.The phone comes with a 4.5-inch TFT LCD display and a resolution of 480 x 854 p. The A210 is powered by a 1Ghz MediaTek Quad-core processor and 1Gb of RAM. It also has 8GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB. It runs on Android 5.1 and supports 4G.

Xolo ERA HD

The Xolo ERA HD was also released in May 2017 and since then the smartphone has received a lot of love from its users. As the name suggests, the ERA HD comes with a 5-inch IPS LCD HD capacitive display and has a resolution of 720 x 1280p. Powered by a 1.2Ghz Quadcore processor, the phone comes with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal memory which is expandable up to 32GB. The Xolo ERA HD runs on Android 5.1 and houses a 2500mAh battery.

Micromax Canvas Spark 3

Micromax Canvas Spark 3 is the classiest smartphone that you can get under Rs 5000. The Spark 3 comes with a large 5.5-inch HD display and has a resolution of 720×1280 p. The smartphone is powered by a 1.3Ghz Quadcore processor and houses a 2500mAh battery. It is integrated with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, expandable up to 32GB.

Asus Zenphone Go 4.5

The next on the list is Zenphone Go 4.5 which is a very handy and budget smartphone from Asus. The smartphone comes with a 4.5-inch LCD display and has a resolution of 480x854p. It is packed with Qualcomm’s 1.2 Ghz Snapdragon 200 chipset, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.

InFocus Bingo 10

Another budget smartphone from Infocus is the Bingo 10.The smartphone comes with a 4.5-inch TFT display and has a resolution of 480 X 854p. The device is powered by a 1.3Ghz Quadcore processor, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.The Infocus Bingo 10 runs of Android lollipop and houses a 2000mAh battery for maximum power backup. The device is integrated with a 5MP camera both on front and rear.

LAVA P7

The LAVA P7 is one of the most loved smartphone of 2017, the reason being its killer looks and good hardware at an affordable price range. The smarphone comes with a 5-inch display and has a resolution of 480 X 854p. The P7 is integrated with a 1.2Ghz Quadcore processor, 1GB of RAM and 8Gb internal storage, expandable up to 32GB.

Micromax Canvas Spark 2

The Canvas Spark 2 is a mini version of the previous Micromax Canvas Spark 3. The Spark 2 comes with a 5-inch LCD display and has a resolution of 480 x 854p.The device is not only powered by a 1.3 Ghz Quadcore processor but also has a graphics processor. It houses a 1800mAh battery, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.The dual-sim smartphone runs on Android 5.1 .

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Dockem Leather Sleeve

There are people who prefer to keep their phones without any covers. However, to avoid any scratches or scuffs, tuck in the phone neatly in a sleeve. The Dockem Leather Sleeve is an elegant looking sleeve that’s inexpensive and increases the style quotient. And since this sleeve isn’t fixed to your phone, the elegant looking lines of the Apple iPhone 7 remain untouched. This sleeve is finished in leather, although it isn’t a very high-quality one. Also, it can best be stated as an accessory of aesthetical value and there isn’t any protection offered by it.

Ranvoo Aluminium Bumper Case

If you want a case that protects your phone without spoiling the aesthetic appeal of the Apple iPhone 7. It is basically a cover that protects the sides of the phone without spoiling the aesthetic value. However, if you are looking a protective case which would offer all-around safety, it is best to refer to the next point as the back and the front are exposed in the Ranvoo Aluminium Bumper Case.

X-Doria Defence Case

This is one of the cases that would protect your phone from every angle possible. The screen is exposed like any other phone cover, however, the case extends on the sides so that it can protect the phone in case of a face down fall. The finish is excellent and the mix of metallic elements, rubber and hard plastic make it the right choice when someone prefers safety over style. Speaking of which, the case will make your phone heavy which means and somewhat limit its aesthetic appeal. But, then again, better to have an iPhone 7 intact that to have a broken one, right?

Official Apple iPhone 7 Smart Battery Case

This may be the most ill-designed Apple product ever as not only is it bulky, it also doesn’t any proportionate design. However, the Achilles Heel of the iPhone 7 or any other iPhone in the past is the battery backup. This is where this case is handy in terms of increasing the battery life. The case in question is Apple’s official Smart Battery case which packs an extra 2,365mAh battery for when you need it. This battery case may not be a pretty looking Apple product, but, is bound to be practical.
Price on Amazon: Rs 13,999 plus delivery charge

Belkin Sport-Fit Case

Are you a fitness enthusiast who pumps iron regularly, but, wants to keep a track of how much calories on your Apple iPhone 7. Even when you pair it with an Apple Watch, there are limitations of range as it gets connected to the phone via Bluetooth. So, there are two options in such a case, secure your phone in a pocket with zips or buy a Sport-Fit case. This is case developed by Belkin for the niche audience who wish to stay connected all the time, even while working out. It hugs the phone properly and one can wrap the cover around their forearm or arm with ease. The only limitation will be that it would not be a permanent case for your Apple iPhone 7.

So, there you have it! Enough choices for you to see what case or cover fits best for you. And if you’re thinking that Apple iPhone 7 is too delicate, it isn’t. It has comparable standard protection for the screen and other elements on the outside. In fact, this is the first time that Apple has introduced an iPhone with IP67 dust and water resistance. However, it would be wise to buy a case or a cover for added protection of your phone from harmful elements. In case you have any other covers or cases to suggest, do let us know in the comments section below.

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The Apple iPhone 7 packs a Full HD resolution display which may sound obsolete to some people, since other phones sport AMOLED or Ultra-sharp QHD displays to stand out in the ever changing smartphone market, but, Apple sticks to what it refers to as ‘Retina’ display.

The display might not be as high resolution compared to its rivals, but, it has the widest colour catalog. The Apple iPhone 7 uses DCI P3 technology similar to the technology used by movie makers. It encompasses a larger spectrum that provides a more realistic and diverse tone.

The iOS 10 now supports widgets, a feature absent in its previous versions. You can make use of this new feature from a wide range of options offered by some apps in the App Store that allow you to download useful widgets to ease some of your daily tasks.

If in case, you are feeling how you are going to select which app to download, your work is half done. The list below constitutes top wallpaper and widgets apps. Go through it and select the one that suits best to your needs.

1. Todoist

App Cost: Free, in-app yearly subscription
If you are a type of person who like keep their iPhone 7 restricted only for work, they should install Todoist. This app is essentially an automatic organiser for your phone and can offer you the simplicity you are looking for. It is available for free on the App Store, with in-app subscriptions. The free version of the app is very good but the premium version is much better offering a wider variety of options. Todoist also allows you to assign tasks to your collaborators. Create to-do list for each day and stay on top of everything you need to get done.

2. Copied

App Cost: Free
Copied is a fully featured clipboard manager which allows you to save important links, snippets of text and images in a variety of ways that best suit your workflow. The Today widget, offered by the app, lets you save clipboard data from anywhere by swiping down from the top of your screen. It has an in-app browser that helps you clip multiple snippets of text, links and images directly from web-page just by copying. Copy saved data back to your clipboard by swiping right on the home screen and you’re data is saved.

3. Live Wallpapers For Me

App Cost: Free
The Apple iPhone 7’s 3D touch is claimed to be one of the best immersive screens. This means having live wallpapers have a certain action they do when user applies pressure on the lock screen would improve the aesthetic appeal. Apple has allowed its users to apply animated wallpapers on their lock screen, but this does not mean you can only set Live Photo, taken by the phone camera, but, also download and use animated wallpapers. One of such app is Live Wallpapers For Me. The app lets you bring your lockscreen to life by letting you dive into the sea of high-quality live wallpapers and save them for yourself in your iPhone’s camera roll. It contains a wide range of images including abstract patterns, time-lapse and more.

4. Pimp Your Screen

App Cost: Free, paid in-app purchases
Pimp Your Screen is an app which lets you design your lock screen using unique themes, backgrounds and more. There are ten categories of wallpapers to browse through including abstract, cartoons, sci-fi, 3D, Nature, Holidays. It comes with an in-app purchase which is ad-free and contains larger gallery. This app would surely bring out a vivid user experience in your Apple iPhone 7.

5. WLPPR

App Cost: Free
WLPPR packs collection the of breathtaking images of the universe. It is a constantly growing gallery of spectacular satellite imagery taken from space. There are many images that are available which can be downloaded for free, and you can unlock others via in-app purchase that offers more than the asking price. The price varies from one subscription to the other.

These apps will help you customize your lock screen with live wallpapers and satellite images. If there are any apps that you find useful and we have missed in this list, do let us know of it in the comments box below.

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There are millions of apps available in the App Store to choose from, but what are the apps an iPhone user really needs to have? Here is a list of the free, yet popular, apps that you must install on your iPhone 7.

1. Evernote

App Cost: Free
Making notes on your iPhone has been made easier with the Evernote app, making it easier for you to take notes and search for the older ones. Its default green-on-black design has now been replaced with the classic black and white, increasing its aesthetic appeal. The App has a lot up its sleeve to offer other than its pleasant look. It welcomes you with a green button in the bottom center of the screen allows you to add notes. Long pressing the button offers options to create different kinds of notes which include audio notes, photos and reminders. Notes tab lists your notes in a reverse chronological order, a feature which was missing from the app for years. Searching for your notes has also been made easier as the new search tab remembers your recent searches and any note that you have saved recently.

2. Sworkit

App Cost: Free trial, in-app monthly purchase
As stated on their website, ‘Sworkit is the most flexible fitness platform’. The app allows you to select from more than 50 workout regimens or builds one just for you. You can choose which body part you want to work on and how long you want to work out. The app was voted #1 by the ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) study by Florida University on instructional exercise standards. In the Apple iPhone 7 model range, you can use the company’s wireless Airpod earphones to have a more hassle free exercise routine.

3. Clash of Clans

App Cost: Free
Apple offers 25% more brightness in the iPhone 7 compared to its predecessor and a 326-pixel density coupled with latest A10 processor provides a detailed as well as an incredible gaming experience. From a list of millions of apps, Clash of Clans has been one the most popular game among Apple iPhone 7 users. Even after years of its release, the app is rated among the most loved strategy game in App Store. The game allows users to collect the resources and build their own village, forge an army as well as defend the citizens with defensive structures. It is an online gaming app that you can play with your friends and family members.

4. Magisto

App Cost: Free
The Magisto is an automatic video editing app which lets you turn all your stale video footages captured from iPhone 7 into polished compilation videos, ready to be shared with your friends and followers. Most automatic video editor apps fail to impress the users, but, Magisto came across as a surprise, editing all videos itself offering you minimum hassle with creating a video and offering least hassle in terms of what inputs are to be made in the video. You only need to select the soundtrack and a title for the video. Magisto uploads the video to its server and then starts processing the video. This is a time-consuming process for large sized raw videos, but the end product is worth the wait, most of the times.

5. Prisma

App Cost: Free
The Prisma app made a sensational entry into the iOS market with its capability to turn prosaic smartphones into art. Launched first for the iOS, the Prisma uses smart artificial intelligent cloud processing to apply effects to your photos which includes Van Gogh, Picasso, Lichtenstein, Mondrain, Kandinsky and many others. Prisma is very popular amongst users as the app is very simple to use and yields an endless variety of genuinely unique results.

6. Snapchat

App Cost: Free
When your iPhone 7 allows you to capture incredible portraits, why not share it your friends and followers? Snapchat is one such social media app which made a name for itself by letting you share photos and videos that self destruct by themselves. Within years, Snapchat has gained immense popularity amongst teenagers, in particular.

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The idea of sending out secret photos or videos to someone, without any trace of ever having done so, in itself, is appealing. There is only one thing to be kept in mind that despite Snapchat’s best efforts, there are certain ways for others to save photos or videos you send them by either using a third-party app or just by taking a screenshot. So, be careful what you share with them from your Apple iPhone.

7. Snapseed

App Cost: Free
The Apple iPhone 7 sports an impeccable camera and allows you to capture beautiful photos and beautiful portraits, but, you would love to give your photos a nice finishing touch. Your capture deserves best editing app, and that is where Snapseed comes to play. Is there any point raising a doubt on an app which was chosen by Apple itself as the Best App of the Year in 2011. Snapseed, designed by Nik Software, is a very venerable photo editing app in both iOS and Android app market. The app’s interface is very simple. When you open or capture a photograph, you’ll see rectangles along the bottom of the screen, which you can swipe through to choose your edit. It also features a wide range of exposure, colour, masking, reshaping tools, brushes and filters. Snapseed allows user to go back anytime into the Stack and adjust or eliminate any edit. The layer or Stack of edits applied to a picture is saved as ‘Look’. The Look works just as ‘Action’ in the Adobe Photoshop, which can later be applied to other photos.

8. Netflix

App Cost: Free, in-app monthly subscription
Netflix is one of the best video streaming apps on both iOS App Store and Android Play Store. The app is a massive library of movies and TV shows. Netflix’s plans to beat other streaming services by producing original programs namely Luke Cage, The OA, The Stranger Things, and many others. Striking a deal with Marvel to create its own TV series of Marvel Universe to create shows like Daredevil, Jessica Jones and upcoming Iron Fist, has proved to be a milestone for video streaming app. Make use of fast and efficient wireless connection receptors on your iPhone 7 and explore the world of TV shows and movies on Netflix.

9. Google Maps

App Cost: Free
Let us just admit that Apple has been struggling with the accuracy of its in-built map applications, Apple Maps, in India. The inaccuracy of Apple Maps has, in extreme cases, left people stranded. Google Maps on the other hand, seems to be an expert in providing every detail the of the road or any place. The Google itself claims that the data is anonymously crowdsourced from ‘oodles of Android phones moving through the world’. Google used machine learning models to produce accurate results. By far, no other app is as accurate as Google Maps, which also shows real-time traffic. The icing on the cake that even if you have an Apple iPhone 7, Google Maps is available on it for free as well.

10. Gmail

App Cost: Free
Everyone, for one good reason, has at least one Gmail address these days. The reason is the way Gmail organises your daily email keeping the priority ones on top. This has made Gmail the strongest in India and like Google Maps, you can use Gmail along side on your default iOS Mail app. The simple interface of Gmail, however, makes most users go for the former over the latter. The app allows you to use multiple accounts through the Gmail app also allowing you to have all your mails in one place.

Customising a phone according to your needs is your personal decision and perhaps some people prefer using other apps, these are the most popular apps in their respective genres, which you can download and try. You can also share your experience with these apps or any other popular ones in the comments section below.

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1. OnePlus 5 Protective Case Sandstone

The official website of OnePlus offers its entry-level cases starting at Rs 990. They are available in four options, Ebony, Carbon, Sandstone and Rosewood. Although they have an aesthetic value and would protect the phone against minor scratches or scuffs, thinking that these cases would protect your OnePlus 5 in case of a fall, we’re not so sure. Cheaper alternatives available on Amazon start from as low as Rs 129. The latter, however, would surely have questions to the finish as well as reliability, even in the event of minor scratches.You can find the OnePlus 5 official phone cover here.

2. Official OnePlus 5 Otterbox Protective Cover

If you are the type who isn’t too careful while handling your phone, it is best to invest in a good armour casing. OnePlus also offers the Otterbox case for the OnePlus 5 which is priced at Rs 1,990. Otterbox is known to offer good protection under mild or heavy impact. So, rest assured your phone not suffer a major damage or no damage at all. In case you don’t want to (or can’t) buy a protective casing there are decent protective casing available from Rs 495 on Amazon India.

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3. Official OnePlus 5 Silicon Case

In case you want an elegant look and an impressive finish, go for a silicon case. Not only do they bring out the elegance, they also have a more sophisticated appeal. From the official OnePlus 5 website, these covers are available at a price of Rs 1,290. However, from online portals like Amazon, similar cases are available from Rs 399. That said, one would easily be able to make out why the original phone cover costs almost four times the locally made ones.

4. Official OnePlus 5 Flip Cover

If you want your new smartphone to exude a dapper look, go in for a flip cover. The ones available via the official website are priced at Rs 1,290 while those at popular online stores like Amazon start from Rs 550. Which one to go for? We let you decide since you would not want to spend so much on a phone and buy a rather cheap cover. Want the original flip cover?

While original equipment has a premium attached to it, there is no denying the fact that the finish, build quality and reliability is par excellence. Comparing these accessories to the cheaper alternatives available via online stores would not be justified.

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Another way of customising your home screen is through widgets which allow you to have all sorts of useful shortcuts and information just a tap away. Ideally, widgets should be used with moderation, else, looking for the desired widget may become confusing and the screen, cluttered.

Here are few apps that have a bank of wallpapers as well as widgets in one place

1. Backdrop

App Cost: Free
The Backdrop app is available for free and is above average if you are looking for some good wallpapers. The app allows the user to sign in using their respective Google account allowing to sync wallpapers across multiple devices. It features a variety of styles and also a large number of categories to choose from. The only problem with it is that there is a pro version of the app available which features exclusive wallpapers and additional paid content on the top of the free stuff.

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Considering that the OnePlus 5 has a 5.5-inch full HD display, the wallpapers available with Backdrop would undoubtedly have a vivid feel. That said, the display isn’t a 2K one which would have a crisper feedback. But, that’s the drawback of the hardware, not the app in question here.

2. Backgrounds HD

App Cost: Free
Another free app which allows you to search across the world of wallpapers and download them for free is Backgrounds HD. The app features 30 categories to keep their huge collection of wallpapers in different categories. The wallpapers are available in different resolutions too, so it may take time for you to search for some high-resolution wallpapers. The app is completely free which makes it worth a shot.

Now, where the Backgrounds HD wallpaper app would be the ideal app taking into account that the OnePlus 5 has a full HD display. That and a massive 8GB RAM on the top-spec variant would run the Backgrounds HD wallpaper app with absolute ease.

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3. Muzie Live Wallpaper

App Cost: Free
Muzie Live Wallpaper app is different from other wallpaper apps as it automatically updates your wallpaper over a course of a time which will cycle through its own collection after understanding what is your preference. You can also create a set of wallpapers you want in repetition over a period of time. The app features a wonderful collection of photos, most of which are classic pieces of artwork which one can learn about as they show up on the screen.

Now, live wallpapers have a huge limitation of eating up a lot of RAM as they have effects embedded into it. Now, the OnePlus 5’s entry-level model also has 6GB RAM while the higher trim has 8GB and using a live wallpaper on this phone would be a cakewalk for the hardware.

4. Google Search widget

App Cost: Free
The Google Search widget is one the most practical and useful apps for any phone. It can work as a multi-functional widget as you can simply ask the widget to tell you the temperature, weather information or places to hang out near you. With this one widget, any and every information just from one widget. A number of devices have this widget as default, however, in case your phone doesn’t have it, you can download it from the link below.

Since the OnePlus 5 is offered with the vanilla Android Nougat 7.1 software, Google Search with voice recognition is standard. And there are no two ways about it that it is a really handy feature, specially when the phone needs to be operated just with one hand.

5. Sticky Notes widget

App Cost: Free
The Sticky Notes widget is best for people who have to jot down a lot of bullet points on their handheld device. It is claimed to be the best note taking widget available on Play Store. The app does not have too many extras and has a very simple user interface. There is an emergency notes option that puts an emergency sign on the note if it is something to be done on priority. The only limitation is that the app lacks customisation features, only two folders, six backgrounds and three angles.

In case you have any suggestions on other wallpaper apps or widgets, do let us know in the comments section below.

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