Xiaomi Mi A1 spotted running Official Android 8.1 Oreo Beta

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 16, 2018       

The last time we updated you on the status of Mi A1 Android 8.1 Oreo update, we told you that it is in the works and might support Project Treble. Now, it seems that Xiaomi has started rolling out Android 8.1 Oreo for selected Mi A1 users who are enrolled to Xiaomi's Beta program. The confirmation came from a screenshot of Mi A1 running Android 8.1 Oreo Beta with the latest April 2018 Security patch.

Reddit user sharkcpn posted a screenshot of the About Phone section claiming that the Mi A1 has received Oreo 8.1 update on Beta ROM. But nothing is confirmed by the Xiaomi though.

The Screenshot clearly shows Mi A1 running Android 8.1 Oreo with April 5, 2018 Security Patch. It has a build number of OPM1.171019.019.8.4.9.

Android 8.1 comes with numerous changes over Android 8.0. You get new dark and light themes which changes according to wallpaper, Pixel 2 Launcher, Redesigned Power Menu, new Shutdown and Reboot Animation, Round Statusbar Icons, and Settings. Nokia has also added the latest April 2018 Security Patch with the update.

It seems that the Android 8.1 Oreo will be available for the Mi A1 in the coming months. Subscribe us on YouTube for Daily Android News, and Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Official Android 8.1 with Treble is in the works for Xiaomi Mi A1

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 15, 2018       

Back in July 2017, Xiaomi announced the Mi 5X for China and rebrandend it as Mi A1 (Android One) for the global markets, which was made official in September 2017 during a launch event in India.

In case you don't know, the Mi A1 is a part of Google’s Android One program which runs stock Android and will receive consistent software updates for a longer period than other smartphones by OEMs that are not a part of the Android One program.

Xiaomi and Google during the announcement of Mi A1 promised Android Oreo update by the end of December 2017 and they succeeded in doing that. However, the company still hasn't updated the Mi A1 to the latest OS which is the 8.1 Oreo.

Well, the good news is, Xiaomi is testing Official 8.1 Oreo for the Mi A1 and with Project Treble Support. When XDA member guy_infinity asked a recognized developer who works for Xiaomi in firmware development, he confirmed that Android 8.1 is in the works for Xiaomi Mi A1, and he also said that "Yes, treble is to be supported". The news was further confirmed by Mishaal Rahman ‏(Editor in Chief at XDA).

It seems that the Android 8.1 Oreo will be available for the Mi A1 in the coming months. Subscribe us on YouTube for Daily Android News, and Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

XDA | Mishaal Rahman

Xiaomi's Cool Blackshark Gaming Smartphone Hands On Images!

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 13, 2018       

Xiaomi today announced the coolest Smartphone for Gamers, the Blackshark with unique design crafted to handle hardcore gaming paired with heat pipe and liquid cooling that can bring down the temperature of the device by 8 degrees.

Here’s a fresh set of Xiaomi's Blackshark hands-on photos that comes to you courtesy Chinese Social Media Weibo.

The Blackshark smartphone features a 5.99" IPS FHD+ display with an 18:9 Screen to body ratio, however, you still get huge chin thanks to the front-facing Fingerprint Sensor. There are also a few virtual buttons on the left and right for multitasking and other operations.

Guys, just look at that awesome rear design with rugged plastic encasement and matte metal surface. Xiaomi says that this design will make it easy for Gamers to grasp the Smartphone and will provide full hardcore gaming experience. Additionally, we have the cool Blackshark logo at the back which creates special effects when the phone is turned on.

As per the specifications, the Xiaomi Blackshark features a Snapdragon 845 paired with 6/8 GB of RAM, 64/256 GB Interal storage, 4,000mAh with QC 3.0, Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI 9.5, 12+20-megapixel rear camera with f/1.75 aperture, and a 20-megapixel front facing camera with f/2.2 aperture.

You also get a Bluetooth-enabled Shark GamePad which you can attach to the top of the Smartphone. It has a joystick, trigger, and a 340mAh battery that can run upto 30 hours.

Let me be perfectly clear, Xiaomi plans to sell the Blackshark in the China only and there's no indication if or when it will come to other regions. There's also likely to be a limited number available, so if you want one, better start looking on how to import products from China or those who can make it to the China, it would be great if you can bring me one too.

The Black Shark gaming phone is priced at 2,999 Yuan ($477) for the 6 GB RAM + 64 GB storage and 3,499 Yuan ($557) for 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage. You can get Shark GamePad for 179 Yuan ($29).

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And Finally, the Moto Z is Getting Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 13, 2018       

The Motorola Moto Z is now receiving its Official Oreo update. We've seen the update coming through 2016 Moto Z in India (RETIN), Other Asian markets (RETAPAC), China (RETCN), Mexico, Canada (BWACA, RCICA), and few other markets. It weighs around 1GB and features March 1, 2018 Security patch.

Android 8.0 Oreo update includes new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and other Oreo goodies.

The stable build is rolling out as OPL27.76-51 for the Moto Z. Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE. 

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device.

Got the latest update? Let us know in comments!

Screenshots: Bhavik Parmar (Facebook) | Michael Gerard Hernandez

Release Notes: Moto Z Android 8.0 Oreo

Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus Picks Up March 2018 Security Patch

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 12, 2018       

Moto G5 and G5 Plus has picked up a new software update that introduces the March 2018 security patch.

If you own a Moto G5 Plus or it's little brother Moto G5 in India and Brazil you should have received the over-the-air update notification for March 1st, 2018 Android security update. That’s all that is detailed in the new software version (NPNS25.137-92-8).

Motorola’s instructions explain that for a successful installation, the battery in your phone should be at least 50% charged and your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network or LTE.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5 March Security Update Release Notes

Moto G5 Really Blue Images

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Android 8.1 Oreo update for Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 6 2018 begins rolling out

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 12, 2018       

The recently announced Nokia 6 2018 and Nokia 7 Plus is now receiving Official Android 8.1 Oreo. It it is the lastest Android Software from Google and arrives in as build  v2.13B for the Nokia 6.1 and the Nokia 7 Plus.

Android 8.1 comes with numerous changes over Android 8.0. You get new dark and light themes which changes according to wallpaper, Pixel 2 Launcher, Redesigned Power Menu, new Shutdown and Reboot Animation, Round Statusbar Icons, and Settings. Nokia has also added the latest April 2018 Security Patch with the update.

The Android 8.1 for the Nokia 7 Plus weights in at around 510MB, and 802MB for the Nokia 6 2018. Nokia's instructions explain that for a successful installation, your device should be connected to a Wi-Fi network.

If you haven't got the notification of this new software update yet, Just go to Settings - About Phone - Software updates, and It will automatically start downloading the latest update. The update will take around 10-15 minutes to get Installed on your device. We will let you know once the update is out for other devices. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Motorola to begin rolling out the Android Oreo Update to Moto Z and Moto Z Force in a few weeks

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 11, 2018       

Motorola Moto Z and Moto Z Force owners can expect to see the Android 8.0 Oreo begin its official rollout for their devices in a few weeks.

Motorola is sending out notifications regarding the availability of Android 8.0 Oreo update to the Moto Z/Droid and Moto Z Force/Droid users. If you own a Moto Z or Z Force you should have received the notification with an image revealing Motorola's plan.

We're planning an Android 8.0 Oreo update for your device... It may take a while, so check back in a few weeks!

Android 8.0 Oreo update include new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Motorola might also add several new features to the latest software update. The Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto Smartphones may also bring new Moto Key application that let's you securely save passwords, Moto Alexa, and new Moto Live Stream.

Motorola has already started testing Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto Z, Moto Z Force Moto Z Play, and Moto Z2 Play. It seems that the Moto Z and Z Force will be the first among the above to get Android Oreo. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Thanks Leif, and Alex!

Samsung Galaxy J7 Duo Leaks Ahead India Launch

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 10, 2018       

Samsung is all set to reveal the Galaxy J7 Duo for Indian markets. The Smartphone is expected target Sub 20,000 price segment.

As you can see in the below image, which was captured during sales training session, the J7 Duo features Super AMOLED display, dual rear cameras, latest Oreo Operating System and 4G capabilities.

With the J7 Duo, you'll get a 5.5" Super Amoled display with old 16:9 ratio, Dual 13 MP + 5 MP setup just like the Galaxy C7 2017, but with f/1.9 aperture on the main (13MP) sensor. It will be powered by Exynos 7870 CPU which is quite old, 4GB RAM + 32GB ROM which can be expended by microSd Card, and a 3000mAh battery.

The specs seems quite disappointing, but the good news is the J7 Duo will have the latest Android 8.0 Oreo with Samsung's Experience 9.0 UI. There's no information on the pricing, however, as usual, Samsung is expected to price it way more than its actual value. Thoughts?

/GSMArena

Google Home & Home Mini has arrived in India

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 10, 2018       

Google India today announced the Google Home and Home Mini Smart Speakers with Google Assistant. The Standard Home is priced at Rs. 9,999 while the Home Mini costs Rs. 4,449. 

Below are some amazing things you can do with your Google Home products:

• Find my phone: When you lose your phone in the couch cushions, your Assistant can find it for you. “Hey Google, find my phone” will ring your Android phone (even if it’s on silent) or your iPhone.

• Set a sleep timer: Fall asleep to the sweet sounds of your favorite music or podcast by saying, “Hey Google, set a sleep timer for 30 minutes.”

• Play news by voice on your TV: Stay on top of current events with YouTube news playlists from sources like ABC, Fox and NBC. With a Chromecast-connected TV, you can ask say: “Hey Google, play the news on my TV” or “Ok Google, play sports news on my TV.”

• Turn the TV on and off: With Google Home, Chromecast, and a compatible TV you can just say “Hey Google, turn off the TV.”

• Enable night mode: In night mode, Mini’s lights dim and the volume lowers so that you you don’t disturb others in your household when it’s late (or early).

• Set a default TV or speaker: Choose a Chromecast-connected TV to be your default screen, so you don’t need to mention the device's name in your voice command. When you say “Play yoga videos,” they’ll play on the TV you’ve set as the default. It works the same way for speakers connected to Chromecast Audio—you can designate a group of speakers that cover several rooms (“first floor,” for example) as the default. Then say “Hey Google, play workout playlist” and it will automatically start playing on that group of speakers.

Both the Google Home and Home Mini will be available starting today at Flipkart, Reliance Digital, Croma, Vijay Sales, Sangeeta Mobiles, and Poorvika Stores.

Oh, hi there, OnePlus 6!

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 08, 2018       

In 2017, OnePlus skipping the 4 announced OnePlus 5T and OnePlus 5. Both the Smartphones received praise from critics and consumers alike for its build quality, software, and camera performance.

This year's OnePlus 6 will be one of the most anticipated phone of 2018, which is rumored to release on 5th May.

Today, a weibo user shared another look at the OnePlus 6' rear and it looks great. From the above and below images, the headphone jack, dual rear cameras are confirmed. The fingerprint sensor is placed just below the flash, looks like a great placement.

Recently OnePlus revealed that the OnePlus 6 would feature a top notch with 19.616mm x 7.687mm size. The Company said that their notch will be bigger than the Essential Phone, smaller than the iPhone X.

The device is expected feature 19:9 aspect ratio, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 CPU, Adreno 630 GPU, 6/8GB of RAM, 128/256GB of internal memory, and Android 8.1 Oreo with OxygenOS. Thoughts?

Source (The orignal Image has a ribbon attached, so we just photoshopped it to give you guys a clear look.)

The Pixel 3 pops up at AOSP

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 06, 2018       

The last time we updated you reagrding the upcoming Pixel 3 Smartphones, we told you that the 2018 Pixel devices will be codenamed “Crosshatch,” “Albacore” and “Blueline. We also said that these devices will come with huge design and hardware upgrades over the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL.

The Pixel 3 phone, was just spotted in the AOSP, although you’d have to pay close attention to the code logs to find it. The commit talks about Auto Selection Network UI in relation to HAL V_1_2, which is only available to the Pixel 3. As noted by XDA, the HAL that is referenced is the radio HAL (cellular connectivity).

XDA | Image: Concept Creator

Moto Z2 Play Android 8.0 Oreo Update is on Its Way

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 06, 2018       

Motorola is planning to release the latest Android Oreo update to its Moto Z2 Play Smartphone. Final Android 8.0 Oreo update Release Notes for the Moto Z2 Play are now live.

Android Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android Nougat, such as faster booting, new Settings and Quick-Settings UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Motorola might also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Moto Z2 Play would also feature the latest April 1st 2018 Security Patch, Stability improvements, and brand new Camera Application.

So, the company is most likely to start Android 8.0 Oreo official rollout for the Moto Z2 Play by the end of this month or early May. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for moto z2 play by Motorola. This update brings important improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotoz.

NOTE: You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:

• Android™ 8.0 Oreo™ : Many enhancements including new multitasking features, more efficient notification controls and improved data saver and battery features.
• Android security: Includes the updates of Android security patches through April 1st, 2018.
• Stability improvements: Includes changes that fix bugs and improve the stability of your phone.

Motorola Brazil is announcing the Moto G6 Phones on April 19

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 05, 2018       

Motorola Brazil confirmed via Press Invites that they are indeed going to announce new 2018 Motorola Smartphones on April 19. Motorola will be announcing the Moto G6 Plus, Moto G6, Moto G6 Play and Moto E5 Series at the event, as all these smartphones recently got certified via different certification websites.

In terms of specifications, the Moto G6 Plus will be powered with Snapdragon 630 SoC, 4/6GB RAM. It would have a 5.93" FHD+ Display, and 3250mAh battery. It will be available in Silver, Gold, White, Blue and Cyan Color Options.

The Moto G6 Play would feature a Snapdragon 430 chipset, 5.7" HD+ Display, 4000mAh battery 13MP Rear Camera, and Rear Facing Fingerprint Sensor, while the Moto G6 gets a 5.7" FHD Display, Snapdragon 450 CPU and 3,000mAh battery.

Are you excited for the 2018 Motorola Phones? Let us know in the comments section below. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.


/AndroidPit

Nokia India is Announcing the Nokia 7 Plus, Nokia 6 (2018), and Nokia 8 Sirocco Today, Watch the Event Live Here!

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 04, 2018       

The Nokia 7 Plus, Nokia 6 2018, Nokia 8 Sirocco  will be officially announced in India today during a live streamed event at 12:00 PM IST. HMD will show off the new 2018 Nokia Smartphones, tell us the new features.

During this Livestream, we are sort of expecting to see the price of the new devices and Launch day offers. You can watch out the live event here:

Nokia 6 features a 5.5" Display, Single 16MP Rear Camera with Bothie feature, Snapdragon 630 CPU paired with 4GB DDR4 RAM. The Nokia 6 2018 runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat and will be upgraded to Android 8.0 Oreo in near future. The Design looks far better than the OG Nokia 6.

With the Nokia 7 Plus, you get a 6 inches 18:9 display, Snapdragon 660 CPU which is of course faster than the Snapdragon 630 used in Nokia 7, 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage expandable up to 128 GB with MicroSD. We have 12MP + 13 MP with ZEISS Optics, 2X optical zoom, f/2.0 aperture, Dual PD all pixel focus, Nokia Pro Mode app, and Bothie.

Also Read: Nokia 7 Plus with Snapdragon 660 could cost you around Rs 20,000 in India

Nokia 8 Sirocco comes with curved glass finish in a stainless-steel frame. It has a 5.5-inch curved edge-to-edge pOLED display protected by a 3D Corning Gorilla Glass protection on top, Dual rear sensors with ZEISS optics with one wide-angle sensor coupled with a secondary 13-megapixel sensor with 2x optical zoom. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo and has Snapdragon 835 CPU.

Which one would you buy? Let us know in the below comment section!

OnePlus 6: Avengers Edition!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 03, 2018       

It seems that OnePlus is gearing up to launch the Limited OnePlus 6 Avengers Edition to commemorate the the release of the Avengers: Infinity War. According to OnePlus India's Facebook Video, the company is teaming up with Marvel Studios for the Avengers-themed OnePlus 6.

Avengers: Infinity War is set to hit theaters on April 27 and most likely we'll see the OnePlus 6 make its debut at around the same time.

OnePlus 6 would feature 19:9 aspect ratio, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 CPU, Adreno 630 GPU, 6/8GB of RAM, 128/256GB of internal memory, and Android 8.1 Oreo with OxygenOS.

There's no information whether the device will be limited to the Indian markets, or whether we'll see a global launch. Thoughts?

/OnePlus India

Samsung Galaxy J7 2018 Specs Supposedly Leaked

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 02, 2018       

It would appear that specs concering the Samsung Galaxy J7 2018 have been leaked. According to the latest FCC listing, the J7 2018, set for release some time in Q2, will sport a 5.5" 16:9 1920 x 1080 display, a hexa-core Exynos 7885 processor, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of Internal Storage, and Android 8.0 Oreo with Samsung's Experience UI.

The Exynos 7885 looks like an upgrade over the Samsung's Exynos 7870 with two high-performance cores based on Cortex-A73 and four efficient cores based on Cortex-A53.

The J7 2018 will have two variants (SM-J720M/DS and SM-J720M), the only difference will be the support of its SIM. Asiant market will get Dual SIM while the US and few other countries would get Single SIM model.

While the specs sound decent enough for last year's standard, I will remain hesitant about that 16:9 Screen. Thoughts?

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Here's the Moto Z3 Play

 By Vaibhav Jain on April 01, 2018       

Rumors are making rounds over the internet regarding the upcoming mid-ranger from Motorola, but until now we haven't seen a clear look at the phone. But, that's going to change today, thanks to OnLeaks and KillerFeatures for leaking the clear renders of the Moto Z3 Play.

Looking at the images, it is pretty much clear that Motorola will be using the same metal and glass body with the Moto Z3 Play as well and the display is now 18:9 FullScreen, which is the first time we see it from Motorola. The Moto Z3 Play got a big 6.1-inch display.

At the heart of the phone, there will be a Snapdragon 636 SoC, coupled with 4GB of RAM options. Storage on the phones might go up to 64GB, according to previous rumors. As you can see in the images, the fingerprint sensor is built below the volume keys on the side of the devices in order to accomodate the Moto Mods and 18:9 Screen. And yes, there's no headphone Jack!!!

As per FCC listing the Z3 Play would feature a 12+8MP Dual Rear Cameras with 5MP Selfie shooter. Just like the Moto Z2 Play, the battery is 3000mAh.

Just a few days back, Motorola announced that they'll be sharing 2018 Moto Products in April 2018. Let's wait for Motorola's announcement!!! Thoughts?

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/KillerFeatures

OnePlus: Let's talk about OnePlus 6 Screen!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 29, 2018       

OnePlus on their Official OnePlus forum explained "Why the OnePlus 6 would feature a notch" and they also answered some of the most frequently asked questions about the OnePlus 6 top notch.

By now, most of you are aware that our next device will feature a cut-out near the top of the display, popularly known as a “notch”. A fiery debate has sparked online, so we wanted to give you guys some insight into our rationale behind this product decision.

According to OnePlus, notch is company’s way of providing more screen real estate to buyers. Through the notch, the company can free up a considerable amount of space near the top of the display, absorbing the notification and status icons.

OnePlus 6's notch measures 19.616mm by 7.687mm and it occupies a minimal amount of space in the top-center part of the display.

At last OnePlus said that their focus is to deliver the biggest and best screen, without compromising on the technology you love. Here are the FAQs that OnePlus answered:

Will the notch cut off my notifications if the status bar reaches a certain width?
OxygenOS will be optimized to work alongside the notch, ensuring you will always be able to view and access all of your notifications.

The notch cuts into the display, so the actual display size is smaller!
You actually get more screen. Thanks to the notch, we have managed to significantly increase our screen-to-body ratio. It’s like booking an airplane seat with extra leg room, which is used to absorb the clock and status bar.

If you’re integrating the front-facing camera, receiver, and LED light in the notch, why do you still need a chin?
A ribbon found at the bottom of each display connects the display to the internal hardware. This connection in itself demands the use of a bottom bezel. Our goal is to maximize the amount of real estate available to the user. So, we decided to reduce the size of the top bezel. The result is the largest viewable area we have ever produced.

The notch ruins my ability to enjoy movies and games. Can’t you block out the notch through software?
We understand the need to tailor your experience to your personal preferences. That’s why we have a compatibility mode on our next device. By setting this mode to individual apps, you are able to black out the sides of the notch when in landscape mode. We have tested compatibility mode with the 1000 most popular apps in the Play Store, and it works wonderfully.

/OnePlus Forum | Image: Ben Geskin

Here's the Moto G6 and G6 Play From Almost Every Angle

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 29, 2018       

At this point, we know almost everything about the upcoming Motorola Smartphones. The Moto G6, Moto G6 Plus, and the Moto G6 Play are expected to launch next month with exciting new features such as Premium Glass body, and Max Vision display.

In these images, which show us every angle of the device basically, we get a real good look at the dual rear-facing camera setup, fingerprint reader, the MaxVision display. The only thing we still can’t see is the top and bottom of the device, but if I was to guess, there's probabaly USB Type-C port on the Moto G6, Micro USB for the G6 Play, and 3.5mm headphone jack on both.

KillerFeatures also revealed the potential specs amd pricing of the Moto G6 and G6 Play. The G6 would feature a 5.7" FHD Display, and 3,000mAh. G6 Play will have a 5.7" HD+ Display, Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 450, 13MP Rear Camera, and Rear Facing Fingerprint Sensor.

The Moto G6 Play will go on sale for $199, while G6 will be priced in at around $249. Thoughts?

/KillerFeatures

Oh Dear! This is the OnePlus 6 Top Notch!

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 28, 2018       

In 2017, OnePlus skipping the 4 announced OnePlus 5T and OnePlus 5. Both the Smartphones received praise from critics and consumers alike for its build quality, software, and camera performance.

This year's OnePlus 6 will be one of the most anticipated phone of 2018, which is rumored to release in July. OnePlus today exclusively reached out The Verge to let the whole world know that the OnePlus 6 would feature a top notch and yeah we all have to deal with it.

OnePlus also provided the precise measurements for its upcoming notch 19.616mm x 7.687mm. The Company said that their notch will be bigger than the Essential Phone, smaller than the iPhone X.

We saw the implementation [of gestures] on the iPhone. Maybe it would have taken longer if Apple hadn’t done it. Maybe not as fast. But we have access to the roadmaps of all the screen manufacturers, and when they gave us the opportunity to make cutouts at the top of the screen, it just made sense.

At last Pei says that this is company’s way of providing more screen real estate to buyers. So, learn to love the notch.

Yesterday, Evan Blass shared our first rear look at the OnePlus 6 and it looks gorgeous. The device is expected feature 19:9 aspect ratio, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 CPU, Adreno 630 GPU, 6/8GB of RAM, 128/256GB of internal memory, and Android 8.1 Oreo with OxygenOS.

TheVerge | Evan Blass