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Moto X4 Will Launch as Flipkart Coming on November 13

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 09:48:00 -0800

Moto X4 Will Launch as Flipkart Coming on November 13

The company has already confirmed that the Moto X4 will be revealed at an event on November 13 in India. We can expect to see some launch offers around the November 13 launch event on the upcoming Moto X4.

Moto X4 specifications, features

Running through the specifications, the Moto X4 runs on Android 7.1 Nougat and supports a single-SIM slot (Nano). Though, we can presume that the Indian variant will support dual-SIM cards. It features a 5.2-inch full-HD LTPS IPS display with 424ppi pixel density and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. It is powered by 2.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 octa-core SoC coupled with 3GB of RAM.
There's a dual rear camera setup that includes one 12-megapixel dual autofocus sensor with f/2.0 aperture and 1.4-micron pixels; and another 8-megapixel ultra-wide angle sensor. The front camera packs a 16-megapixel selfie sensor with flash support. It is backed by a 3000mAh battery with support for fast charging.

Aircel Partners With Amazon

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 09:32:00 -0800

Aircel Partners With Amazon

Aircel has announced a cashback offer that will provide buyers of the operator’s Unlimited plan cashback on payments made using Amazon Pay balance. The new offer is applicable only on select Aircel recharges purchased via Amazon.in via Pay balance and provides customers Rs. 75 cashback.
Additionally, the operator has launched a Rs. 146 plan that is available only via the Aircel app. The new plan provides unlimited calls and 5GB of 3G/ 2G data for 28 days.

Aircel rival Reliance Jio will also announce a cashback offer on Thursday evening, wherein it will provide Prime users benefits worth up to Rs. 2,599 on purchasing recharges of Rs. 399 or more. The Mukesh Ambani-backed operator is partnering with wallet companies, e-commerce websites, and fashion and travel sites to provide the vouchers and cashbacks to the tune of Rs. 2,599.

iOS 11.1.1 Update Now Available

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 09:29:00 -0800

iOS 11.1.1 Update Now Available

Apple has released the iOS 11.1.1 update for all iOS 11-compatible iPhone, iPad and iPod touch models. Some users even disabled the Auto-Correction feature to impose only the letters they type through the virtual keyboard. However, the Cupertino company ultimately fixed the bug with the release of iOS 11.1.1.

To download the new iOS version, you need to go to Settings > General > Software Update and then follow the on-screen instructions. Your Apple device should be using a Wi-Fi connection to download the over-the-air update.

Dyson Air Purifiers and Vacuum Cleaner Are Coming to India

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 09:25:00 -0800

Dyson Air Purifiers and Vacuum Cleaner Are Coming to India

Dyson, the British company that's famous for its vacuum cleaners and “blade-less" fans (called air multipliers) is officially entering the India market early next year. The company will be opening a Dyson store in Delhi's DLF Promenade mall where it will be showcasing - and, of course, selling - its air purifiers,vacuum cleaner, and a premium supersonic hair dryer.

The company's been described as the "Apple of appliances” - a tag that founder and Chief Engineer James Dyson apparently hates - and it's reputedly fanatical about customer service. Talking to the team, there's a sense of the obsession that comes through.

Dyson has two products in this category, called the Dyson Cool Pure Link, available in a desktop and tower version. The tower version is bigger, with a larger filter and greater airflow, and obviously, it's a little more expensive too.

Like the Air Multiplier before, the Pure products are stunning to look at. There's a timeless elegance to the design and although we've tried a lot of different air purifiers so far, none can measure up to the Dyson in terms of aesthetics.

The top of the purifier lifts off easily to reveal the filter, and it can be changed out with one had. The 360-degree filter looks a little like a squatter version of the one in a Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 2, but unlike that one, Dyson's purifier is using a HEPA filter. Glass fabric is pleated 230 times to create the filter, and there's a second filter of activated carbon so that almost all particles can be filtered out.

Apple iPhone 8 Plus becomes first Plus model to outsell smaller iPhone

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 9 Nov 2017 19:14:00 -0800

Apple iPhone 8 Plus becomes first Plus model to outsell smaller iPhone.

Apple IPhone 8 Plus has outsold the smaller iPhone 8 in the third quarter of 2017, numbers from Canalys reveal.

The analyst report from Canalys says that the iPhone 7 was the best selling smartphone globally in the third quarter of 2017 with shipments reaching 13 million units, while iPhone 6s came in a distant second with shipments reaching 7.9 million units. Samsung's Galaxy J2 Prime was the third best-selling smartphone with shipments of 7.8 million units, while Oppo took fourth and fifth place with its A57 and R11 smartphones.

Apple continues to maintain its second place in the top five vendors list with 46.7 million iPhones shipped in the third quarter. While Apple doesn't share shipment details of individual models, Canalys estimates the company to have shipped 11.8 million units of iphone 8 and iphone 8 plus combined since it went on sale starting September 22. It shipped 6.3 million units of iPhone 8 Plus, higher than 5.4 million units of iPhone 8 shipped in the third quarter. "Shipments of older devices, such as the iPhone 6s and SE, saw an uptick in Q3," said Canalys Analyst Ben Stanton.

Reliance Jio announces triple cashback offer with 100 percent cashback

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 9 Nov 2017 19:10:00 -0800

Reliance Jio announces triple cashback offer with 100 percent cashback on recharge of Rs 399 or above for Prime subscribers

Reliance Jio has announced another cashback offer to fuel growth in subscriber base and entice existing users to recharge with the company's Rs 399 tariff plan. This is the first major offer since the company updated its tariff plans last month.

The company has also partnered with popular wallets like Amazon Pay, AxisPay, FreeCharge, Mobikwik, PayTM and PhonePe to offer instant cashback of up to Rs 300 when Prime subscribers recharge their Jio numbers using any of these wallet options.

Jio Prime benefits for its Prime customers, through which it is giving away cashback of up to Rs 2,599 on every recharge of Rs 399 or above.

The exclusive Jio Prime tripple cashback benefit will be available to all Jio Prime subscribers during the offer period from November 10 to November 25. Jio Prime is an annual membership available for a one-time payment of Rs 99.

OnePlus 5 With Snapdragon 835

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 25 May 2017 04:37:00 -0700

OnePlus 5 With Snapdragon 835

After confirming the presence of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC on its upcoming OnePlus 5 smartphone, the Chinese smartphone-maker has now claimed that the phone will be first flagship in India to feature the aforementioned processor.

Flipkart Apple Days Sale Offers iPhone.

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 24 Apr 2017 04:45:00 -0700

Flipkart Apple Days Sale Offers iPhone.

The iPhone 7 256GB in Silver, Black, Jet Black, Gold and Rose Gold can be picked for Rs. 59,999 on Flipkart in these three days. There's a further exchange discount applicable of up to Rs. 19,000 depending on the phone you exchange it with.

Other storage variants of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus have also got discounts and exchange offers. The iPhone 6 16GB gets Rs. 26,010 off, and can be bought for as less as Rs. 25,990. The same exchange and Axis Bank offer apply here as well. Varying discounts are also offered on the iPhone 6s, iPhone SE, and iPhone 5S.

The Apple MacBook Air is priced at Rs. 54,990 with the Axis Bank Buzz Credit Card offer applicable. There is also a 10 percent discount of up to Rs. 1,500 on other debit and credit cards.

Nokia 6

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 11 Feb 2017 23:55:00 -0800

Nokia 6

Nokia 6, the comeback smartphone for Nokia, is selling like hot cakes in China. HMD Global, which owns rights to the Nokia brand, has now clarified that the Nokia 6 wasn't being sold via JD.com following flash sales model.

HMD Global wrote to Nokia Power User clarifying that the Nokia 6 is selling too quickly giving an impression that it may be available under flash sale model. "Actually we have been updating the inventory on JD.com more than 3 times but those were usually gone within minutes or hours, so that's why you have the impression that we were doing flash sales," said the HMD Global team.

The company also assured that more Nokia 6 units will be made available in China. "We will keep supply to JD for sure and now the Chinese New Year holiday is mostly over and everybody's back for work, you can expect more supplies in the coming days and weeks," the team added.

To recall, HMD Global launched the Nokia 6 smartphone last month at CNY 1,699 (roughly Rs. 17,000) in China. HMD Global has already slotted an event for the upcoming MWC 2017, where it is expected to announce few more Nokia-Android phones.

iPhone 8 Tipped to Cost Above $1,000

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 11 Feb 2017 23:52:00 -0800

iPhone 8 Tipped to Cost Above $1,000

There's been a lot of speculation about the iPhone 8 with specifications and design changes being at the forefront. However, a fresh report sheds some light on the iPhone 8 price bracket. Reportedly, the premium device marking Apple's 10-year anniversary could well be priced north of $1,000 (roughly Rs. 67,100) - thanks to the introduction of OLED displays.

As OLED displays are twice as expensive as LCD displays, Apple's celebratory iPhone 8 smartphone will be priced above $1,000 (roughly Rs. 67,100), according to the report. This doesn't come as a surprise as Apple is known for this kind of pricing, and its most premium variant of the iPhone 7 Plus costs $969 (Rs. 92,000 in India).

The report further adds that Apple has been working with Lumentum to bring a unique 3D-sensing technology. This technology will bring some sort of facial recognition, better image resolution for the camera app, or some form of augmented reality application. However, the actual advantage of this technology is not known yet.

Call free from mobile

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 27 Jun 2016 23:35:00 -0700

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This is the free service for free calling. Using that you can call to anyone.

Follows following step

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Play Games in EA Access Free for a Week

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 17 Jan 2016 09:25:00 -0800

Play Games in EA Access Free for a Week

Electronic Arts is handing out a week's worth of free EA Access experience to Xbox Live Gold members starting Tuesday, the company announced Thursday.

The EA Access subscription-based gaming service costs Rs. 315 per month or Rs. 1,990 for the year usually, but EA will allow Xbox One owners with a Gold membership to play the games in the Access Vault for no charge from January 19 to 24.

The 14 games available during the period include Battlefield Hardline, Battlefield 4, EA Sports UFC, FIFA 15, NHL 15, Madden NFL 25, Dragon Age: Inquisition (not available in India), and Need for Speed Rivals among others.

And if you like what you see, you can subscribe to the service after the free week and pick up right where you left off on your progress in the game.

In addition, to free access to some of the big older titles, EA Access also provides subscribers with early access - five days before release date - to upcoming games. For example, you can play games such as Unravel and Plants and Zombies Garden Warfare 2 for 10 hours in February before launch. And should you choose to buy them at a later date, you will receive a 10 percent discount and your saved progress.

EA brought a similar version of the service to Windows PCs in the form of Origin Access on January 12. It's currently only available in USA, Canada, the UK and Germany but should make its way to India soon.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 India Launch

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 17 Jan 2016 09:18:00 -0800

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 India Launch

Chinese company as of now has not revealed any launch date for the new Redmi Note 3. Additionally, Xiaomi is looking for 100 "explorers" for the Redmi Note 3 in India - users who get to preview the smartphone before it launches. Interested consumers can register at the company's official India website by January 31.

Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi Note 3 back in November in China. The smartphone came in two variants: one with 2GB RAM and 16GB inbuilt storage variant which was priced at CNY 899 (approximately Rs. 9,500) and another with 3GB of RAM and 32GB storage at CNY 1,099 (approximately Rs. 11,500.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 features a 5.5-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) Sunlight Display and is touted be a "fully-laminated display". It runs MIUI 7 based on Android OS. The company at the event highlighted that the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 features an all-metal industrial design and stressed that it is now the "first Mi phone" to sport a full metal body and fingerprint sensor. The handset also sports a fingerprint sensor at the back which the company touted can unlock the device in just 0.3 seconds. Another notable feature is the 4000mAh battery with fast charging support that can charge up to 50 percent in 1 hour.

Xiaomi Mi 5 Launch in 2 Variants

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 21:19:00 -0800

Xiaomi Mi 5 Launch in 2 Variants

According to the latest details, one of the Mi 5 variants will come with 2.5D curved glass on both the sides while will also sporting a metal frame. The report adds that the 2.5D curved glass featuring Xiaomi Mi 5 model will feature a full-HD display.

The second purported Mi 5 variant, on the other hand, will feature full metal body and will sport a display with QHD resolution. The report claims that the both the variants will sport same screen size. There is no word whether the two models will have different RAM and storage options.

An earlier report had claimed that the Mi 5 will come in two versions based on RAM and storage. For pricing, the 32GB inbuilt storage and 3GB RAM version was said to be priced at CNY 1,999 (roughly Rs. 20,300), the 64GB inbuilt storage, and 4GB RAM priced at CNY 2,299 (roughly Rs. 23,400).

Based on preliminary leaks, the Mi 5 is said to feature a 5.2-inch display with either full-HD or QHD resolution. The handset is said to come in two memory and storage versions - 3GB of RAM with 32GB inbuilt storage, and 4GB of RAM with 64GB storage. On the camera front, the Mi 5 is rumoured to pack a 16-megapixel rear camera and a 13-megapixel front-facing camera. It is also supposed to be backed by a 3600mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 tech. The handset is said to run MIUI 7 based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

iPhone 5e

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 21:11:00 -0800

iPhone 5e

we have come across several rumours and leaks regarding the long-anticipated 4-inch iPhone model, which is tipped to be called the iPhone 6c and even the iPhone 7c in somereports. However, according to a Chinese analyst, the smartphone will sport a different name altogether.

As per the analyst, the rumoured 4-inch iPhone model will come with the 'iPhone 5e' moniker, where 'e' means 'enhanced'. In a post on Weibo, the analyst said the smartphone will be an enhanced version of the iPhone 5s, which was launched in 2013.

The posts suggests the rumoured 4-inch iPhone 5e will add features such as Apple Pay support, NFC, and VoLTE connectivity over the existing iPhone 5s connectivity options. The handset is also said to sport an 8-megapixel rear camera and will pack the old A8 processor (introduced on the iPhone 6), clubbed with 1GB RAM.

The analyst also talks about the price of the iPhone 5e. The smartphone is tipped to come with a price tag of CNY 3,288 in China (roughly Rs. 33,400).

Apple Making 'Move to Android' App for iPhone Users

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 04:02:00 -0800

Apple Making 'Move to Android' App for iPhone Users

Apple is said to be working on a tool that will allow iPhone users to more easily switch to Android. As per a media report, the change of heart comes as European carriers continue to put pressure on the Cupertino-based company.

Apple has agreed to develop a tool that will allow users from the iOS camp to migrate to Google's Android haven, reports Telegraph citing an industry source. The iOS app will allow users to transfer data such as contacts, music, and photos from their iOS device to Android.

The change of heart isn't apparently a result of goodwill on Apple's end, the report adds. Instead, it is because major European telecom operators believe that the technical difficulties in transferring data from an iPhone makes it hard for users to switch to Android, and as a result, only a tiny fraction of customers ever make the switch.

The iPhone maker is under pressure from mobile operators to make the migration process easier. The carriers, the report adds, feel that Apple's refusal to provide its users with an easier way to switch to Android has put them on the disadvantageous side, reducing their negotiation power with Apple.

To recall, Apple released an app called Move to iOS last year which allowed Android users to easily transfer their data to an iPhone. The company's first Android app didn't receive the most welcoming reception with thousands of users plastering a one-star rating against the app.

While it isn't known how many iPhone users switch to Android, as per Apple, around 30 percent of the record number of iPhone sold in the fourth quarter last year were users who previously owned an Android handset.

Xiaomi Mi 5 Design New Leaked Images

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 03:55:00 -0800

Xiaomi Mi 5 Design New Leaked Images

The Mi 5 is tipped to sport a 2.5D curved glass display and 3D glass covering the back panel. The slim oval-shaped home button is said to double up as the fingerprint sensor, which is claimed to be the smallest and faster sensor in the market.

Based on previous leaks, the Mi 5 is said to feature a 5.2-inch display with either full-HD or QHD resolution. The handset is said to come in two memory and storage versions - 3GB of RAM with 32GB inbuilt storage, and 4GB of RAM with 64GB storage. On the camera front, the Mi 5 is rumoured to pack a 16-megapixel rear camera and a 13-megapixel front-facing camera. It is also supposed to be backed by a 3600mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 tech. The handset is said to run MIUI 7 based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow.

For pricing, the 32GB inbuilt storage and 3GB RAM version has been said to be priced at CNY 1,999 (roughly Rs. 20,300), the 64GB inbuilt storage and 4GB RAM priced at CNY 2,299 (roughly Rs. 23,400).

How to Download and Manually Install Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on Nexus Devices

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 12 Dec 2015 05:59:00 -0800

How to Download and Manually Install Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow on Nexus Devices

The first major update to Android 6.0 Marshmallow has begun rolling out to Nexus and Android One devices. If you are the impatient kind who wants to download the update immediately, then you can do it manually. Google has released Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow factory images for various devices in its Nexus range.

We've listed the new features in Android 6.0.1 and if you have one of the eligible devices, you will get an OTA update soon. The following devices will get Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.

There are several risks involved with manually downloading and installing Android factory images. You could lose all of your data and the process is pretty complex that's best avoided if you are new to this kind of a thing.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow is currently available for the following devices - Google Nexus 5, Google Nexus 6, Google Nexus 7 2013, Google Nexus 9, Google Nexus Player, Google Nexus 6P, and Google Nexus 5X. Here's how to manually install Android 6.0 Marshmallow on these devices.

1) Download and install the latest Android Studio Preview on your Windows computer. This installs the ADB and Fastboot programmes, which can be accessed through the command terminal on your PC.

2) Add the SDK folder to the PATH by following these steps:

3) Right click My Computer and click on Properties.

4) Click on Advanced System Settings.

5) Click on System Properties > Advanced > Environment Variables.

6) In the Window, select Path, then click on Edit, and then type in the name of the directory where you installed the SDK, and remember that each entry is separated by a semi-colon.

7) Enable USB debugging on your device. First, go to Settings > About Phone > Software information.

8) Tap Build number seven times.

9) Go to Settings > Developer options. Tick USB debugging.

10) Download the correct factory image for your device.

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 5

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 6

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 7 2013 Wi-Fi

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 7 2013 Mobile

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 9 Wi-Fi

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 9 LTE

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus Player

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 6P

Android 6.0.1 for Nexus 5X

11) Extract the image on your computer. This should give you a tar file. Extract it again.

12) Connect your device to your computer over USB.

13) Start the device in fastboot mode.

The easiest way to do this is to hold a key combination while powering up the device. For Nexus 5, hold the volume up, volume down and power buttons while powering on the device. The full list of key combinations for different devices is here.

You can also boot into fastboot mode using the ADB tool: With the device powered on, go to the command terminal and execute the following: adb reboot bootloader

If needed, unlock the device's bootloader through your computer using the command terminal and executing: fastboot oem unlock

1) Open a command terminal and navigate to the unzipped system image directory.

2) Execute flash-all.bat, which was a part of the unzipped image file. This script installs the necessary bootloader, baseband firmware(s), and operating system. For this to work, you need to have added the folder where ADB and Fastboot are installed to the system's path as described in step 2.

3) When this is done, Google recommends that you lock the bootloader for security. You can do that by booting the device in fastboot mode while still connected via USB, and using the command terminal to execute: fastboot oem lock.

Google Launches New Chromecast and Chromecast Audio

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 1 Oct 2015 22:16:00 -0700

Google Launches New Chromecast and Chromecast Audio

Two years after Google launched the Chromecast, a flash drive-shaped device that allows users to beam media content and on-screen activities from smartphones, computers, and tablets to TV and other big screens, the company believes it's time it further expanded in your living room. Enter Chromecast Audio, a device that turns any speaker with an auxiliary input into an Internet-capable device.

Priced at $35 (roughly Rs. 2,300), the Chromecast Audio allows one to stream music to their regular speakers directly from a smartphone or laptop. It is similar to the Motorola Moto Stream portable wireless adapter. It supports high-quality audio, 2 watt RMS and an optional optical digital out that sits in the hybrid port. The company said that the Chromecast Audio doesn't compress audio, assuring the audiophile inside you that the device wouldn't compromise on audio quality. It works with Android and iOS devices, apart from PCs.

The original Chromecast is getting a refresh too. The company has launched the second-generation Chromecast that sees a complete departure from the original's construction. The all new design sees an HDMI cable looped inside a circular Chromecast logo-shaped unit.

The company says that it has upgraded the internal components to make the new Chromecast more capable. There are now three antennas inside the device, and the device supports 5GHz 802.11ac Wi-Fi for stutter-free high quality streaming.

It comes with a new feature called "Fast Play," allowing the Chromecast to start a video or audio streaming much quicker to start, once users press the Cast button. The company also announced that developers will now be able to render a game on both your smartphone's screen and the large screen (TV). Also new if the Feeds feature, which can be controlled via the new Chromecast app, letting users choose what content the Chromecast will display on screen when on standby. This ranges from social media feeds, to image feeds.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow Rollout Begins Next Week

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 1 Oct 2015 22:13:00 -0700

Android 6.0 Marshmallow Rollout Begins Next Week

Google at its Nexus event on Tuesday announced the rollout of Android 6.0 Marshmallow update will begin from next week over-the-air (OTA). The OS update would be hitting the Nexus smartphones, tablets, and other Nexus devices first. This time, the Android One devices are also on the list of first devices to receive the update. The company also gave some statistics on the global Android usage.

Google introduced its Android 6.0 Marshmallow back in May during the Google I/O conference. Some of the new features of Android 6.0 Marshmallow, which has been available as the Android M developer preview since Google I/O 2015, include revamped app permissions; Google Now on Tap feature; new Chrome feature that will change the Web experience for Android users; new ways to handle Web links; integrated Android Pay mobile payment system; new fingerprint APIs for developers to add into their apps and native fingerprint support, apart from battery saver features called Doze that will make Android devices smart about managing power. Some of the other additions include a new memory manager, adoptable storage devices, new app drawer, auto backup and restore for apps, and support for USB Type-C ports.

Samsung's First Foldable Smartphone in January 2016

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:10:00 -0700

Samsung's First Foldable Smartphone in January 2016

The South Korean company in the meantime has launched Galaxy smartphones with curved edge displays. If a new leak is to be believed, we might finally see a foldable Samsung smartphone in January - with the company reportedly already testing the smartphone. Additionally, Samsung's mysterious Galaxy View device has been certified by the Bluetooth SIG claiming it's a tablet.

According to a tipster from China, Samsung's foldable smartphone has been codenamed Project Valley and is being tested with two different chipsets - Qualcomm Snapdragon 620 and Snapdragon 820. Other details tipped by the tipster claim that the handset will feature 3GB of RAM; come with expandable storage, and will come with an embedded battery.

Samsung's mysterious Galaxy View device which was teased during its IFA event and expected to the oft-leaked 18.4-inch tablet from the company has purportedly been certified byBluetooth SIG with model name SM-T670. The Bluetooth SIG listing of the tablet doesn't reveal many details; except that the Bluetooth version will be 4.1.

To recall, Samsung just as it did at the Galaxy Unpacked event last month, teased a new upcoming product at the end of the IFA show - what appeared to be a large tablet. Dubbed Galaxy View, the teaser was mysterious enough to hide most details but a kick stand was visible on the back panel. We will have to wait for Samsung to make the announcement.

Microsoft Office 2016 Officially Launched

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:05:00 -0700

Microsoft Office 2016 Officially Launched

Microsoft said Office 2016 brings new versions of desktop apps for Windows including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Access and allows people to collaborate and work together.

"These latest innovations take another big step forward in transforming Office from a familiar set of individual productivity apps to a connected set of apps and services designed for modern working, collaboration and teamwork," Chief Executive Satya Nadella said in a statement.

Microsoft launched its much-awaited Windows 10 operating system in July, designed to work across laptops, desktop and smartphones, as part of Nadella's push towards winning back lost ground in the tablets and mobile arena.

The new Office 2016 apps are available in 40 languages and require Windows 7 or later versions. Starting Tuesday, Office 365 subscribers can choose to download the new Office 2016 apps as part of their subscription, Microsoft said.

Xiaomi Becomes a Mobile Operator

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:02:00 -0700

Xiaomi Becomes a Mobile Operator

The new MVNO (or mobile virtual network operator) service from Xiaomi will be offering consumers voice and data services and utilising China Unicom or China Telecom networks.

Under the second scheme, consumers will get 3GB data bundle for CNY 59 (approximately Rs. 610) per month. Under this offer, consumers will have to pay equivalent to CNY 0.02/MB (approximately Rs. 0.30) for data and CNY 0.10 (approximately Rs. 1) per voice minute, SMS or 1MB data (after exceeding 3GB data cap). It supports China Telecom 2G, 3G, and 4G networks and will be available in public beta starting October.

Under Xiaomi Mi Mobile's pay-as-you-go plan, consumers will be charged CNY 0.10 (approximately Rs. 1.10) per voice minute, SMS, and 1MB data. The plan supports China Unicom 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. It will be available for sale via the company online store (Mi.com) starting Wednesday.

The Mi Mobile SIM cards will be available as triple-cut SIM card, which means it could instantly usable with phone supporting mini, micro or nano-SIM cards.

The Chinese company on Tuesday also unveiled its new Mi Bluetooth Speaker with aluminium body and 1500mAh built-in battery. The new speakers have been priced at CNY 199 (approximately Rs. 2,000). The speaker also comes with microSD card support.

LG Nexus 5X Ahead of Launch on Amazon

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:00:00 -0700

LG Nexus 5X Ahead of Launch on Amazon

Amazon India has listed the LG Nexus 5X 16GB variant as 'Currently unavailable.' The listing potentially spills the beans ahead of the official unveiling next week. Of course since this is a third-party retailer, one cannot be certain if these will be the official specifications whenever Google launches the smartphone.

According to Amazon India listing, the LG Nexus 5X will feature a 5.2-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) IPS display; 423ppi pixel density; 1.8GHz hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 (MSM8992) processor; 2GB of RAM; 16GB inbuilt storage; no microSD card support; 12.3-megapixel rear camera; 5-megapixel front camera; 3G and 4G connectivity support, single Nano-SIM support, and 2700mAh battery. The listing also claims that the Nexus 5X supports Quick Charge 2.0. The listing also claims that the Nexus 5X will runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow out-of-the-box. These specifications are in line with recent leaks, but nothing's official until Google's announcement next week.

Xiaomi Mi 4c With Snapdragon 808 SoC Launched

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 01:46:00 -0700

Xiaomi Mi 4c With Snapdragon 808 SoC Launched

The Xiaomi Mi 4C has been launched in two variants: 2GB of RAM and 16GB storage priced at CNY 1,299 (approximately Rs. 13,500), and 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage priced at CNY 1499 (approximately Rs. 15,500).The new Mi 4c supports USB Type-C reversible connector, a highlight of the device. The company has introduced a USB Type-C Adapter which will be available via the company's online store (Mi.com) at CNY 5 (approximately Rs. 50).

The Xiaomi Mi 4c features a 5-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) display, similar to the Xiaomi Mi 4i. The company touts that the handset features a Sunlight display, which means it can be easy to read on the screen of the Mi 4c under the Sun and also comes with night reading mode. The Mi 4c supports Double Tap feature, which wakes up the screen on double tap.

Under the hood, the Xiaomi Mi 4c is powered by a 64-bit hexa-core Snapdragon 808 processor clocked at 1.8GHz. The handset sports a 13-megapixel rear camera, just like Mi 4i. The rear camera features phase detection autofocus and comes with Sony IMX258 or Samsung S5K3M2 sensor. The handset also features a 5-megapixel front-facing camera that comes with 85-degree wide angle lens and self-timer.

The dual 4G SIM-based Mi 4c is backed by 3080mAh battery. The company confirmed that the smartphone supports Quick Charge 2.0. The handset comes with Infrared that helps the handset to act as a remote for various electronic appliances. It measures 138.1x69.6x7.8mm and weighs 132 grams. It will be available in Black, Blue, Orange, Pink, and White colours.