Top 10 CDMA Smart Phones in India [2015]!

CDMA phones have been considered the poor cousins of the more popular GSM phones in India for some time. But with the introduction of 3G, CDMA has been seen to provide superior speeds and reliable data handling. Unfortunately, there are hardly any new CDMA phones launched, because majority of users use GSM services.

We had published an article few years back on best CDMA phones –  we thought we will update that list and give you current top and best favourites for CDMA users. Because these phones are very few, we have gone through every CDMA phones and come up with this.

If you are in the market for CDMA phones, you should give this list a serious look.

Let’s take a look at the best 3G CDMA phones available.

HTC One 802d (GSM+ CDMA) – Rs. 32499

This is probably the best CDMA phone available in Indian market currently. It has a whopping 2GB RAM which will help your multi-task effectively and play even the most demanding games quite well. Even the 4.7 inch screen has an excellent resolution of 1920X1080 pixels packing 471 ppi.

If you want a high end CDMA phone, this is the one you should go for…

Here are the specifications

• Processor- 1.7 GHz quad-core
• GPU- Adreno 320
• RAM- 2 GB
• Camera- Primary: 4MP AF,  LED Flash, OIS; Secondary: 2.1 MP
• Display- 4.68 inch, 1920×1080 pixels, 470.71 ppi
• Android OS- 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
• Storage- 32 GB internal; upto 64 GB via micro SD card
• Battery- 2300 mAh Li-Po
• Sensors- accelerometer, proximity, ambient Light, e-compass & Gyroscope
• Connectivity- Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, EDGE, EvDo, Wi-Fi with Hotspot & Wi-Fi Direct, GPS with A-GPS & GLONASS
• Extra Features- Dual SIM (CDMA + GSM).

Get HTC One 802d from Flipkart

Micromax EG111 Duet II – Rs. 9999

If you are looking for a budget CDMA phone the Micromax EG111 should be a good bet. At Rs. 9999, the phone comes with a quad-core CPU coupled with 1GB RAM. It should work great for most users. The best part about this phone is that it has a large 5.3inch screen and has a 2300 mAH battery that should easily last through the day and more!

Here are the specifications

• Processor- 1.2 GHz quad-core,
• GPU- Adreno 203
• RAM- 1 GB
• Camera- Primary: 8MP Auto-focus with LED Flash; Secondary: VGA
• Display-5.3”, IPS LCD, 1280×720 pixels, 277 ppi
• Android OS- 4.1 Jelly Bean
• Storage- 4 GB internal; upto 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery- 2300 mAh Li-Po
• Sensors- Accelerometer, Proximity, and Light
• Connectivity- Bluetooth 3.0, EDGE, HSPA, EvDO Rev. A, Wi-Fi, and A-GPS.
• Extra Features- Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Get Micromax EG111 Duet II from Flipkart

MTS Blaze 5.0 – Rs. 9499

This is yet another phone very similar to Micromax EG111 – the specifications are virtually the same, just that it has a slightly smaller screen at 5 inch. However, has a bigger battery at 2500 mAH, which should be more than suffcient and should last atleast a day and half. This one is priced lower than Micromax, so it is anothe Value for Money CDMA phone that you can look at:

Here are the specifications

• Processor- 1.2 GHz quad-core
• GPU-Unknown
• RAM-1 GB
• Camera-Primary: 8 MP AF with LED Flash; Secondary: 0.3 MP
• Display-5 inch, 480×854 pixels, 187 ppi
• Android OS-1.2 Jelly Bean
• Storage-4 GB internal, up to 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery-2500 mAh
• Sensors-gravity, proximity, light
• Connectivity-Bluetooth 3.0, EDGE, EVDO Rev. A, Wi-Fi, GPS.
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy MTS Blaze 5.0 from Snapdeal

HTC Desire XC – Rs. 16,325

While this phone is on the expensive side as compared to its specifications, this phone has got great reviews from its users. Also, coming from HTC brand, this is definitely  one of the phones that you should give a closer look to.

Here are the specifications of this phone:

• Processor- 1 GHz Dual-core
• GPU-Unknown
• RAM- 768mb
• Camera-Primary: 5 MP AF; Secondary: 0.3 MP
• Display-4 inch, 480×854 pixels, 187 ppi
• Android OS- 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
• Storage-4 GB internal, up to 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery-1650 mAh
• Sensors-gravity, proximity, light
• Connectivity-Bluetooth 3.0, EDGE, EVDO Rev. A, Wi-Fi, GPS.
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy it from Snapdeal

Haier E619 – Rs. 5099

This is yet another cost-effective CDMA phone with decent specications launched recently. Haier E610 is a 4.0 Inch Smartphone with a Snapdragon 1.2 GHz Dual Core Processor and latest Android Kitkat 4.4. The phone has a decent 1450 mAH Battery, a 2 MP Camera and is compatible with all Indian CDMA & GSM operators SIMs.

Buy Haier E619 from Flipkart

Swipe Sonic – Rs. 4829

If you are on a budget and want a phone that is in the sub-5k range, then Swipe Sonic should be your choice. It is a dual SIM (GSM + CDMA) with 4 inch screen with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean loaded on it. For regular use this is a great phone to have!

• Processor- 1. 2 GHz dual-core
• GPU-Adreno 203
• RAM-512 MB
• Camera-Primary: 2 MP with LED Flash; Secondary: 0.3 MP
• Display-4 inch, 480×800 pixels, 233.24 ppi
• Android OS-1 JB
• Storage-4 GB internal, upto 32GB via microSD card
• Battery-1500 mAh
• Sensors-Accelerometer
• Connectivity-Bluetooth, EDGE, EVDO Rev. A, WiFi, A-GPS.
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy Swipe Sonic from Flipkart.com

ZTE n799d Blade Eg – Rs. 5299

The Swipe Sonic and ZTE phone are near replica of each other with exact same specifications. The only thing is that is slightly expensive than Swipe Sonic. It comes down to your choice.

Here are the specifications:

• Processor- 1.2 GHz Dual-core
• GPU-Unknown
• RAM-512 MB
• Camera-Primary: 3 MP; Secondary: None
• Display-4 inch, 320×480 pixels, 144.22 ppi
• Android OS-1 JB
• Storage-512 MB internal, upto 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery-1400 mAh Li-ion
• Sensors-Accelerometer
• Connectivity-Bluetooth 3.0, EVDO Rev. A, WiFi, A-GPS
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy ZTE n799d Blade Eg from Flipkart.com

So, these are the Top 5 CDMA phones currently available in Indian market. We have tried to showcase phones in each of the price segement – High, Mid and Low. If you have any questions, please do drop us a comment and we will surely get back to you!

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Top 10 CDMA Smart Phones in India [2015]!

CDMA phones have been considered the poor cousins of the more popular GSM phones in India for some time. But with the introduction of 3G, CDMA has been seen to provide superior speeds and reliable data handling. Unfortunately, there are hardly any new CDMA phones launched, because majority of users use GSM services.

We had published an article few years back on best CDMA phones –  we thought we will update that list and give you current top and best favourites for CDMA users. Because these phones are very few, we have gone through every CDMA phones and come up with this.

If you are in the market for CDMA phones, you should give this list a serious look.

Let’s take a look at the best 3G CDMA phones available.

HTC One 802d (GSM+ CDMA) – Rs. 32499

This is probably the best CDMA phone available in Indian market currently. It has a whopping 2GB RAM which will help your multi-task effectively and play even the most demanding games quite well. Even the 4.7 inch screen has an excellent resolution of 1920X1080 pixels packing 471 ppi.

If you want a high end CDMA phone, this is the one you should go for…

Here are the specifications

• Processor- 1.7 GHz quad-core
• GPU- Adreno 320
• RAM- 2 GB
• Camera- Primary: 4MP AF,  LED Flash, OIS; Secondary: 2.1 MP
• Display- 4.68 inch, 1920×1080 pixels, 470.71 ppi
• Android OS- 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
• Storage- 32 GB internal; upto 64 GB via micro SD card
• Battery- 2300 mAh Li-Po
• Sensors- accelerometer, proximity, ambient Light, e-compass & Gyroscope
• Connectivity- Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, EDGE, EvDo, Wi-Fi with Hotspot & Wi-Fi Direct, GPS with A-GPS & GLONASS
• Extra Features- Dual SIM (CDMA + GSM).

Get HTC One 802d from Flipkart

Micromax EG111 Duet II – Rs. 9999

If you are looking for a budget CDMA phone the Micromax EG111 should be a good bet. At Rs. 9999, the phone comes with a quad-core CPU coupled with 1GB RAM. It should work great for most users. The best part about this phone is that it has a large 5.3inch screen and has a 2300 mAH battery that should easily last through the day and more!

Here are the specifications

• Processor- 1.2 GHz quad-core,
• GPU- Adreno 203
• RAM- 1 GB
• Camera- Primary: 8MP Auto-focus with LED Flash; Secondary: VGA
• Display-5.3”, IPS LCD, 1280×720 pixels, 277 ppi
• Android OS- 4.1 Jelly Bean
• Storage- 4 GB internal; upto 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery- 2300 mAh Li-Po
• Sensors- Accelerometer, Proximity, and Light
• Connectivity- Bluetooth 3.0, EDGE, HSPA, EvDO Rev. A, Wi-Fi, and A-GPS.
• Extra Features- Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Get Micromax EG111 Duet II from Flipkart

MTS Blaze 5.0 – Rs. 9499

This is yet another phone very similar to Micromax EG111 – the specifications are virtually the same, just that it has a slightly smaller screen at 5 inch. However, has a bigger battery at 2500 mAH, which should be more than suffcient and should last atleast a day and half. This one is priced lower than Micromax, so it is anothe Value for Money CDMA phone that you can look at:

Here are the specifications

• Processor- 1.2 GHz quad-core
• GPU-Unknown
• RAM-1 GB
• Camera-Primary: 8 MP AF with LED Flash; Secondary: 0.3 MP
• Display-5 inch, 480×854 pixels, 187 ppi
• Android OS-1.2 Jelly Bean
• Storage-4 GB internal, up to 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery-2500 mAh
• Sensors-gravity, proximity, light
• Connectivity-Bluetooth 3.0, EDGE, EVDO Rev. A, Wi-Fi, GPS.
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy MTS Blaze 5.0 from Snapdeal

HTC Desire XC – Rs. 16,325

While this phone is on the expensive side as compared to its specifications, this phone has got great reviews from its users. Also, coming from HTC brand, this is definitely  one of the phones that you should give a closer look to.

Here are the specifications of this phone:

• Processor- 1 GHz Dual-core
• GPU-Unknown
• RAM- 768mb
• Camera-Primary: 5 MP AF; Secondary: 0.3 MP
• Display-4 inch, 480×854 pixels, 187 ppi
• Android OS- 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
• Storage-4 GB internal, up to 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery-1650 mAh
• Sensors-gravity, proximity, light
• Connectivity-Bluetooth 3.0, EDGE, EVDO Rev. A, Wi-Fi, GPS.
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy it from Snapdeal

Haier E619 – Rs. 5099

This is yet another cost-effective CDMA phone with decent specications launched recently. Haier E610 is a 4.0 Inch Smartphone with a Snapdragon 1.2 GHz Dual Core Processor and latest Android Kitkat 4.4. The phone has a decent 1450 mAH Battery, a 2 MP Camera and is compatible with all Indian CDMA & GSM operators SIMs.

Buy Haier E619 from Flipkart

Swipe Sonic – Rs. 4829

If you are on a budget and want a phone that is in the sub-5k range, then Swipe Sonic should be your choice. It is a dual SIM (GSM + CDMA) with 4 inch screen with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean loaded on it. For regular use this is a great phone to have!

• Processor- 1. 2 GHz dual-core
• GPU-Adreno 203
• RAM-512 MB
• Camera-Primary: 2 MP with LED Flash; Secondary: 0.3 MP
• Display-4 inch, 480×800 pixels, 233.24 ppi
• Android OS-1 JB
• Storage-4 GB internal, upto 32GB via microSD card
• Battery-1500 mAh
• Sensors-Accelerometer
• Connectivity-Bluetooth, EDGE, EVDO Rev. A, WiFi, A-GPS.
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy Swipe Sonic from Flipkart.com

ZTE n799d Blade Eg – Rs. 5299

The Swipe Sonic and ZTE phone are near replica of each other with exact same specifications. The only thing is that is slightly expensive than Swipe Sonic. It comes down to your choice.

Here are the specifications:

• Processor- 1.2 GHz Dual-core
• GPU-Unknown
• RAM-512 MB
• Camera-Primary: 3 MP; Secondary: None
• Display-4 inch, 320×480 pixels, 144.22 ppi
• Android OS-1 JB
• Storage-512 MB internal, upto 32GB via micro SD card
• Battery-1400 mAh Li-ion
• Sensors-Accelerometer
• Connectivity-Bluetooth 3.0, EVDO Rev. A, WiFi, A-GPS
• Extra Features-Dual SIM (GSM + CDMA).

Buy ZTE n799d Blade Eg from Flipkart.com

So, these are the Top 5 CDMA phones currently available in Indian market. We have tried to showcase phones in each of the price segement – High, Mid and Low. If you have any questions, please do drop us a comment and we will surely get back to you!

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Top Mobiles in India

There’s always a battle to own the best and the latest in mobile phone industry. You see a phone launch every week and people rush to grab the best device available. However, in a rush to own the latest, most consumers forget about the reliability and value for money the device offers.

This article is an attempt to introduce the top rated latest new mobiles in India. If you wish the compare the prices and  in-depth features of the mobile mentioned here, add them to the comparison basket with other phones you have been eyeing on at Price Raja and you will get an honest outlook of the mobile’s performance.

Sony Xperia Z3 Plus

Price: Rs. 40,920

This quick-to-charge device is dust and water resistant and boasts of a powerful processor with a brilliant display. The device offers a premium set of features with 20.7 MP camera and a 3GB RAM.

Key Features

Android, v5.0 (Lollipop)

2 GHz, Octa Core Processor

3 GB RAM, 32 GB Memory

5.2 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels Display

20.7 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2930 mAH Battery Capacity

Lenovo K3 Note

Price: Rs. 9,999

Lenovo K3 Note comprises a powerful hardware packed with high-resolution cameras and a big display. This is one of the cheapest 4G phablets in the market with promising features in a budget.

Key Features

Android, v5.0(Lollipop)

1.7 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5.5 inches, 1920 x 1080 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

3000 mAH Battery Capacity

Motorola Moto G (3rd Gen)

Price: Rs. 11,999

The Moto G flagship was in itself an enormous success. The latest 3rd generation banks it all on the upgraded camera of 13 MP (primary) and 5 MP (front).

Key Features

Android, v5.1.1(Lollipop)

1.4 GHz, Quad Core Processor

1 GB RAM, 8 GB Memory

5 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2470 mAH Battery Capacity

Sony Xperia C4

Price: Rs. 21,010

The most tempting feature for selfie-freaks is the front flash. With a 2 GB RAM, Xperia C4is a decent bargain considering that it is specially made of photography enthusiasts.

Key Features

Android, v5.0(Lollipop)

1.7 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5.5 inches, 1920 x 1080 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2600 mAH Battery Capacity

Samsung Galaxy J5

Price: Rs. 11,999

Another device with front flash that is well under the budget is Galaxy J5. The mobile is characterized with good looks.

Key Features

Android, v5.1(Lollipop)

1.2 GHz, Quad Core Processor

1.5 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2600 mAH Battery Capacity

Intex Aqua 4G Plus

Price: Rs. 8,949

Two of the key temptations of the Aqua 4G Plus are the 88 degrees wide-angle and slow motion camera lens and the dragon trail glass display. This is another 4G budget device that offers enticing features.

Key Features

Android, v5.0(Lollipop)

1.3 GHz , Quad Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2300 mAH Battery Capacity

Yu Yureka Plus

Price: Rs. 9,999

With good performance and a great display, this weird-sounding mobile phone is equipped with a much desired 13 MP. The device is said to deliver a power packed performance.

Key Features

Android, v5.0 (Lollipop) with CyanogenMOD v12

1.5 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5.5 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2500 mAH Battery Capacity

Samsung Galaxy A8

Price: Rs. 32,499

USP? Super Slim Unibody Design. Temptation? Fingerprint scanner. This device is a spec monster and offers a powerful battery of 3050 mAH.

Key Features

Android, v5.1.1(Lollipop)

1.8 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 32 GB Memory

5.7 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels Display

16 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

3050 mAH Battery Capacity

So, now that you have a list of latest mobiles in India, you know where to research on the specifications and the prices. However, latest does not mean the best, so, before you decide to buy a fancy gadget, compare it with gadgets that have already been established as monster gadgets in the market.

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Top Mobiles in India

There’s always a battle to own the best and the latest in mobile phone industry. You see a phone launch every week and people rush to grab the best device available. However, in a rush to own the latest, most consumers forget about the reliability and value for money the device offers.

This article is an attempt to introduce the top rated latest new mobiles in India. If you wish the compare the prices and  in-depth features of the mobile mentioned here, add them to the comparison basket with other phones you have been eyeing on at Price Raja and you will get an honest outlook of the mobile’s performance.

Sony Xperia Z3 Plus

Price: Rs. 40,920

This quick-to-charge device is dust and water resistant and boasts of a powerful processor with a brilliant display. The device offers a premium set of features with 20.7 MP camera and a 3GB RAM.

Key Features

Android, v5.0 (Lollipop)

2 GHz, Octa Core Processor

3 GB RAM, 32 GB Memory

5.2 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels Display

20.7 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2930 mAH Battery Capacity

Lenovo K3 Note

Price: Rs. 9,999

Lenovo K3 Note comprises a powerful hardware packed with high-resolution cameras and a big display. This is one of the cheapest 4G phablets in the market with promising features in a budget.

Key Features

Android, v5.0(Lollipop)

1.7 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5.5 inches, 1920 x 1080 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

3000 mAH Battery Capacity

Motorola Moto G (3rd Gen)

Price: Rs. 11,999

The Moto G flagship was in itself an enormous success. The latest 3rd generation banks it all on the upgraded camera of 13 MP (primary) and 5 MP (front).

Key Features

Android, v5.1.1(Lollipop)

1.4 GHz, Quad Core Processor

1 GB RAM, 8 GB Memory

5 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2470 mAH Battery Capacity

Sony Xperia C4

Price: Rs. 21,010

The most tempting feature for selfie-freaks is the front flash. With a 2 GB RAM, Xperia C4is a decent bargain considering that it is specially made of photography enthusiasts.

Key Features

Android, v5.0(Lollipop)

1.7 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5.5 inches, 1920 x 1080 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2600 mAH Battery Capacity

Samsung Galaxy J5

Price: Rs. 11,999

Another device with front flash that is well under the budget is Galaxy J5. The mobile is characterized with good looks.

Key Features

Android, v5.1(Lollipop)

1.2 GHz, Quad Core Processor

1.5 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2600 mAH Battery Capacity

Intex Aqua 4G Plus

Price: Rs. 8,949

Two of the key temptations of the Aqua 4G Plus are the 88 degrees wide-angle and slow motion camera lens and the dragon trail glass display. This is another 4G budget device that offers enticing features.

Key Features

Android, v5.0(Lollipop)

1.3 GHz , Quad Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5 inches, 720 x 1280 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2300 mAH Battery Capacity

Yu Yureka Plus

Price: Rs. 9,999

With good performance and a great display, this weird-sounding mobile phone is equipped with a much desired 13 MP. The device is said to deliver a power packed performance.

Key Features

Android, v5.0 (Lollipop) with CyanogenMOD v12

1.5 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 16 GB Memory

5.5 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels Display

13 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

2500 mAH Battery Capacity

Samsung Galaxy A8

Price: Rs. 32,499

USP? Super Slim Unibody Design. Temptation? Fingerprint scanner. This device is a spec monster and offers a powerful battery of 3050 mAH.

Key Features

Android, v5.1.1(Lollipop)

1.8 GHz, Octa Core Processor

2 GB RAM, 32 GB Memory

5.7 inches, 1080 x 1920 pixels Display

16 mp Primary, 5 mp Front Camera

3050 mAH Battery Capacity

So, now that you have a list of latest mobiles in India, you know where to research on the specifications and the prices. However, latest does not mean the best, so, before you decide to buy a fancy gadget, compare it with gadgets that have already been established as monster gadgets in the market.

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Best Remote Desktop Software

Remote Desktop Access is a great way to keep in touch with the files on your desktop and manage them from any possible location and also to help your acquaintances with troubleshooting their issues remotely. Also for developers, remote desktops are a great way to speed up the deployments. Data centers are remotely configured using remote desktop applications and are the norm in industrial applications.

While the upsides to remote desktop is too good to be ignored, the right tools are needed to connect with your friends and family safe and secured. One of the most popular and widely used Remote Desktop software is ‘Teamviewer’ and we will be looking at a few alternatives that better this tool.

Why the need for Teamviewer Alternative?

While Teamviewer is a handy tool for getting started on remote desktop, it doesn’t provide the simplicity and reliability expected from such a tool. Security is one primary concern that causes many users to flock away from Teamviewer, if not properly configured. Your system is directly put in risk if the average user doesn’t configure the settings on this tool appropriately.

Even though the personal license version is for free, Teamviewer charges a hefty fee for the business version.  Although Teamviewer features many useful functionality like file transfers, collaborations and mobile access, there are better Teamviewer alternatives should you decide to do away with it.

10 Best Teamviewer Alternatives

Here are the 10 best alternatives to Teamviewer that you can opt for your remote desktop activities.

1. Windows Remote Desktop Connection

Windows Remote Desktop Connection is a free feature built into the Microsoft Windows Operating System. This setting can be accessed from the computer’s System settings, found in the control panel. The router of the remote PC needs to be routed on the port 3389 to direct it to your PC. Multiple PC control at a time is not something that this tool is capable of. This nifty tool is great for users beginning out on Remote desktop clients and do not want to install any additional software to get the work done.

Key Features: Fast and complete access control over a remote PC, Easy to set up and already built into Microsoft  Windows.

Why you should opt for Remote Desktop Connection?

The tool is simple, easy-to-use and comes built-in with your edition of Windows OS makes this tool a great fit for beginners and dabblers, beginning out on Remote desktop applications. If you are looking to a less bloated remote desktop client, Remote Desktop Connection is your best choice.

Supported Platforms: Windows and Mac OS X

Pricing: Free, Built into Windows Professional, Ultimate and Business versions.

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2. Real VNC

RealVNC provides both free and paid versions of the Remote Desktop Client, built on top of VNC framework. The VNC technology, or Virtual Network Computing is an open-source technology upon which this tool is built. Although somewhat more complicated that Teamviewer in setting up, VNC offers a reliable and secure connection. This cross-platform utility helps you connect individually to a remote computer or also connect multiple PC’s behind a public IP Address.

Key Features: Cross-platform remote control, VNC authentication, Encryption, File Transfer, Chats, etc.

Why you should opt for RealVNC?

Although a bit difficult to configure the network getting started with your remote connection, RealVNC offers the reliability and features like encryption, collaboration tools and chat features to make sure that your remote connection bodes well for the person on the other end of it.

Supported Platforms: Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, UNIX, Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi.

Pricing: Free for Private use, $30/desktop for Personal commercial use and $44/desktop for Enterprise use.

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3. Join.me

Developed by LogMeIn, Join.me is a premium remote desktop service that lets business run remote meetings, with people located anywhere across the world. Their instant screen sharing tool offers a better way for meetings and the paid versions offers up to 250 participants to join the meeting and a presenter swap lets people share their viewpoints across the attendees. Join.me is easily the best collaboration tool trusted by hundreds of universities and Fortune 500 companies.

Key Features: Mobile Apps, Unlimited audio, Recording, One-click meeting scheduling, Up to 250 participants and presenter swap.

Why you should opt for Join.me?

If you are running a business or even for individual purposes you need to collaborate remotely with people, Join.Me is a great remote management tool that you can use. A fast, easy and better way to connect and collaborate with people remotely is what Join.me is all about.

Supported Platforms: Windows and Mac OS X.

Pricing: Free for Basic VoIP, $ 15/mo for Pro plan and $19/mo for Enterprise plans with premium meetings and advanced management.

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4. Splashtop

Splashtop offers free and paid remote desktop solutions for individuals and businesses alike. You can use the tool for Free if you are using it for personal purposes on up to computers. Setting up the tool on your Windows or Mac and accessing remotely over your Android or iOS based mobile phone is what Splashtop achieves pretty spectacularly. There is minimum latency on audio and video streaming, so that makes it easier for you to even enjoy your media remotely.

Key Features: Stream audio and video, manage and transfer files, Free for personal use up to 5 computers.

Why you should opt for Splashtop?

If you are using the remote desktop solution primarily for accessing media remotely and for little of troubleshooting purposes, Splashtop will make a great remote desktop companion. The experience provided by Splashtop in Remote desktop accessing is pretty amazing and its secured cross-platform support, with a minimal cost makes it one of the better Teamviewer Alternatives.

Supported Platforms: Windows, OS X, Linux, Android and iOS.

Pricing: Free for 6 months, $1.99/mo after that (Individual use); $60/yr per user for Businesses.

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5. LogMeIn Pro

LogMeIn offers one of the best remote desktop solutions to individuals and businesses alike. Although the free version of LogMeIn was discontinued recently, that doesn’t keep it from being listed as one of the best alternatives to Teamviewer. With many key features like file transfer and accessing of local printer, LogMeIn still serves as one of the best premium alternatives to Teamviewer.

Key Features: File transfers, Audio and video streaming, Full-remote access to transfer files, print documents to a local printer and share documents with collaborators.

Why you should opt for LogMeIn Pro?

LogMeIn Pro offers a unique prospect for remote desktop accessing and it is one of the best of its kind. Although priced somewhat less than the Teamviewer app, LogMeIn offers features that are non-existent in many remote desktop applications of its kind.

Supported Platforms: Windows and Mac OS X

Pricing: $99/yr for Individuals (Access up to 2 computers), $249/yr for Small businesses with 5 computers and $449/yr for Businesses with 10 computers.

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6. Ultra VNC

Another tool based on the VNC (Virtual Network Computing) technology is UltraVNC. This is a free tool developed for systems based on Windows to remotely access other systems. You can completely work on another remote system once the connection is established. File transfer is also allowed in this tool and that makes it a handy little free tool for quickly establishing a remote connection and getting your work done.

Key Features: Complete remote access of desktop, File transfers, etc.

Why you should opt for UltraVNC?

UltraVNC is a completely Free solution to remote desktop applications and offers a simple setup process that gets you connected in a matter of minutes. Use this tool for instant remote file sharing or helping someone remotely troubleshoot their issues.

Supported Platforms: Windows

Pricing: Free

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7. Chrome Remote Desktop

Another one of the Teamviewer alternatives that even does away with the need of installing a software is the Google Remote desktop application. This free tool is available as an extension for Google Chrome browser, accessible on any operating system running it. The add-on lets users remotely access any desktop and its contents right from their browser.

Key Features: Google Chrome-based remote desktop accessing, Access to files and folders and Fully secured.

Why you should opt for Chrome Remote Desktop?

If you are looking for a remote desktop solution without even the need for leaving your web browser, this nifty add-on will get you the work done. Setting up is simple and the add-on costs nothing in addition to providing an easy-to-use setup for getting your remote desktop connected.

Supported browsers: Google Chrome

Pricing: Free

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8. WebEx Free

Cisco’s WebEx is more than just for conducting meetings. This free and premium tool lets you remotely connect with people based on different systems through the free mobile or desktop applications. These remote desktop setups albeit have to be an attended one on the other side. The one hosting the meeting could share his desktop and choose to pass over the control of mouse and keyboard to other presenters. Sharing files, chat and face-to-face live interaction are also capable with this tool.

Key Features: Video conferencing, Markup tools, Recording meetings, Free mobile apps, Scheduling in Outlook, Password protected messages, etc.

Why you should opt for WebEx?

If you are looking for a premium business solution or just for remotely accessing a desktop with added bit of interaction to it, Cisco’s WebEx would be a great fit for your needs.

Supported Platforms: Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and Mobile Apps

Pricing: Free for 3 People, $24/mo, $49/mo and $89/mo for 8, 25 and 100 people respectively

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9. AMMYY Adminn

AMMYY Adminn is a free remote desktop solution for both individuals and businesses alike. The tool, unlike heavy remote desktop software, comes in as a tiny application, under 1MB. You can also perform actions like file transfers and live chat in addition to remotely connecting to the other system. Secure connection and easy to manage software makes AMMYY Adminn one of the most preferred free remote desktop clients.

Key Features: Easy to setup, System administrations, Remote office and presentations, Built-in voice and Text chat, etc.

Why you should opt for AMMYY Adminn?

AMMYY Adminn leaves behind a shorter footprint when it comes to software requirements. The tool is pretty nifty and very low data consuming one which gets professional remote desktop accessing features for free. Simple to setup and get around with is one of the primary reasons that many users opt for this tool.

Supported Platforms: Windows

Pricing: Free for non-commercial uses; The Starter, Premium and Corporate licensed tools are priced at $33.90, $66.90 and $99.90 respectively.

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10. Mikogo

Although priced a bit heavily for business users, Mikogo is a great premium tool for businesses and individuals with commercial purposes. The tool is completely browser based and no need for software or plugin installations. Tons of features is what Mikogo comes packed along with. The cross-platform browser-based tool is great for remote support, conferences/meetings and other remote desktop purposes.

Key Features: Fully browser-based – no downloads or plugins, Share documents, swap presenter, Remotely control a desktop, Free mobile app,s video conferencing, Multi-user whiteboard, File transfer, chat and more.

Why you should opt for Mikogo?

Tons of features and the best value for your money is what you get with Mikogo. This heavily featured tool also comes with VoIP chat protocol in addition to the previously mentioned host of features with it. Opening up your browser and getting started with it is made simpler without even the need for installing any application or plugin.

Supported Platforms: Browser-based – Works on PC, Mac, Linux, iPhones, iPads and Android mobile devices.

Pricing: $13/mo for 3 participants, $19/mo for 25 participants, $39/mo for 25 participants & unlimited hosts and $78/mo for 25 participants with 3 session channels.

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