Smartphones are no longer just phones or mobile computing devices. They have become an extension of ourselves, a limb that we can’t live without. Smartphones are extensions of the body and the brain, thus smartphones fall in the category called Personal Technology. The reason I’m stressing on ‘Personal Technology’ is because recently, I received the LG Nexus 5X for review. But this time it was not what we usually do – an unbiased review of the device, instead it was about how the LG Nexus 5X becomes a part of my personal life while I tested it for a few days.
Being an avid photographer, I decided to go around Delhi as the #ChampInCity and capture the nuances of Delhi through the LG Nexus 5X. And as I anticipated, it turned out to be the best way to test and review a device. From the day, when I received the device till the very last day every mention of the device on my social platforms. It was loved and shared by folks who are connected to me on these platforms.
The champ is back in a sweeter avatar with Android #Marshmallow. LG Nexus5x #ChampInCity
Being a tech journalist, I’m always excited to test new technology, new devices and no matter how many smartphones come my way in a week, month or an year. I get as excited as a kid with a new Lego set when I receive a new device. But with different devices the level of excitement also differs. So when the LG Nexus 5X was announced globally, I started dreaming about it already 😀 And the reason for that was my love for it’s sibling the LG Nexus 5, easily the best Nexus device ever (well at least till the Nexus 5X came out). It was the Nexus 5 that made Nexus series a household name and people understood the power of pure Android experience. Carrying on the legacy, the Nexus 5x is Android in all of its glory!
Brothers! Get the best @android experience on both the siblings. #LgNexus5x & #Nexus5. #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/McqYda65N0 — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) November 1, 2015
With each new Nexus device you not only get the pure Android experience but also a taste of its latest version. Hence, the Nexus 5X came with Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) pre-installed. But this time it was not only the latest OS or newer applications, the Nexus 5X also got a hardware enhancement with a Fingerprint scanner called Nexus Imprint. It is by far the best fingerprint scanner I’ve used in terms of accuracy, speed and placement.
How long does is it take to unlock the #LGNexus5X? Well faster than a blink thanks to #NexusImprint #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/TCMFKvL6sw
— The Unbiased Blog (@TheUnbiasedBlog) November 2, 2015
But what’s that one thing in smartphones that we always want more? Yes, the battery life (Standby/Talk-time) of the device! And the LG Nexus 5X got you covered in that too thanks to its 2700 mAh battery efficiently managed by Android Doze on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. When your device is at rest, Doze automatically puts it into a sleep state.
It’s been 12 hours since I charged the #LGNexus5x and still says 8 hours left. This is the real #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/1GX5A2hJTQ — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) November 3, 2015
Read more about Android Doze here – How to Make the Most of Android Doze on Android 6.0 Marshmallow
The reason I mentioned all these features is because they were instrumental in my journey as the #ChampInCity. Now to my journey of #ChampInCity through the pictures and videos I captured:
Taking my first shot with the Nexus 5x was something I hadn’t planned. But as the #ChampInCity, I couldn’t have just stepped out and clicked the first thing I saw. Hence, I wanted to it be something that would mark my journey and leave an impact. Something that’s both huge in character and also is a good luck charm for me. Luckily, I stay in Karol Bagh and in the very neigbourhood we have a huge stage of Lord Hanuman. I couldn’t have asked for a better first shot, so here is that picture and you be the judge:
A majestic and pious start to my journey for #ChampInCity with the #LGNexus5Xpic.twitter.com/GR5EcoD0JK
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 27, 2015
Now that I had established myself as the #ChampInCity and commenced with God’s blessings, I was on a look out for the quirky side of Delhi. And with this shot, I think I got it right 🙂
Candy floss men, I’ve got Marshmallow (#LGNexus5x) with me! #ChampInCitypic.twitter.com/Y2dt1dqzQU
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 27, 2015
From Karol Bagh, I went to CP passing through Janpath where I clicked the Candy Floss men. Now the thing about CP is that it’s a multicultural, multi-strata and the heart of Delhi. And with a huge Tricolour flag installed right in the center of Connaught Circus, it has become a pride for all of us. At least I click a photo, selfie or a video every time I pass it and that is very often. And with the Nexus 5X it was no different. Check out all the photo and videos I captured throughout my journey as the #ChampInCity –
Tricolour captured in slow motion on the @LGIndiaTweets #LGNexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/RbyC0BNCqS — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 27, 2015
Early morning shots of the Tricolor in CP. I wish the #LGNexus5X had OIS. #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/9Bwm6zL1MK — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 30, 2015
It was bright & sunny after a few gloomy days. Here is another shot of the Tricolour by #LGNexus5x#ChampInCitypic.twitter.com/EnFbKMIJ2O — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 31, 2015
After reaching CP and clicking pictures/videos of the Tricolour, I decided to roam around and capture something different and not the usual. Here are some of the pictures I clicked:
Day 2 of #ChampInCity starts with a sad photo but that’s the reality of our country. Clicked with the #LGNexus5x pic.twitter.com/FFo08wc1AN
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 28, 2015
In different moods! Captured by #lgnexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/fWjc3Ne5Mr — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 28, 2015
Do zoom into these pictures! Captured by @LGIndiaTweets #LGNexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/EYbNyLkUAz
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 28, 2015
This was clicked at a restaurant in CP where I stopped for a meal. I was very fascinated by the lights and I’m glad it came out so well –
A man who refuses light will remain in the darkness even by the side of light! Shot by #LGNexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/cVLoneXE1o — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 28, 2015
After a few days, I decided to capture the graffiti’s or street art around the city. Here are some shots from that day –
Today, I went around Delhi capturing #graffiti on the streets. #StreetArt captured on #LGNexus5X #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/DT5AWDuq3v
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) November 4, 2015
A few more! #Graffiti captured on the #LGNexus5X #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/7j2PL3g3iv — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) November 4, 2015
Isn’t it wonderful to see such talent and art around the city? I was totally amazed by the creativity and wish to discover more work of these artists.
After capturing a lot of day shots, it was time to test out the low light camera capabilities of the device, here are some shots I took around Delhi –
Impressed with the low light photos captured by the #LGNexus5X The #ChampInCity is an all rounder. pic.twitter.com/PNsoBSmvl8
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 27, 2015
Traffic jam in CP thanks to Halloween. Nevertheless got an opportunity to click some photos. #LGNexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/Gk2T5YQsAd — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 31, 2015
The Delhi weather calls for a desi roadside chai! Night shots with #LGNexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/bcefEACkXF
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 29, 2015
Another low light shot captured on the #LGNexus5X #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/DYsQWQqeGm — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 30, 2015
Congrats to all the women and men fasting for Karvachauth. The moon is out! Captured on the #LGNexus5x #ChampinCity pic.twitter.com/yditX7PEgo
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 30, 2015
Pahar Ganj at night! #LGNexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/50TbKD6ZEV — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 31, 2015
Aren’t you impressed with the low light camera prowess of the LG Nexus 5X?
Well that’s not it, I clicked a lot of random shots around Delhi, here are a few of those –
The hotel corridor of Delhi – 3 hotels next to each other. #ChampInCity #LGNexus5X pic.twitter.com/WOQLuTPQ04
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) November 2, 2015
Remember this? Campa Cola – ‘The Great Indian Taste’. #Nostalgia captured on the #LgNexus5X #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/vubYZvOEsB — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) November 4, 2015
Gurudwara Shri Bangla Sahib captured with the #LGNexus5x #ChampInCity pic.twitter.com/scb4V9p9f1
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) November 1, 2015
The #ChampInCity has found the crown! #LGNexus5x pic.twitter.com/I45VMWDMEf — ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 29, 2015
Knock knock knocking on Delhi’s door! The rains are brining the nippy Delhi winters. #LGNexus5x#ChampInCitypic.twitter.com/XkkataQHnK
— ɐlʍɐɥɔ lıɥʞıu (@nikhilchawla) October 28, 2015
And if you thought I’m done here, then I must inform you that I saved the best for the last. The heritage of Delhi – Dilli 6 (Chandni Chowk). Here a few shots I took there and some behind the scenes 😉
Well, I can go on and on talking about the LG Nexus 5X and #ChampInCity but I want you to all to watch the video of my journey (coming out soon) and share your love. And with that note, I’d like to bid all of you a goodbye until next time. Thank you once again for all your love, support and inspiration.