Problems Plague Nokia 3 after Android 7.1.1 Nougat update

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 14, 2017       

The Android 7.1.1 Nougat update is still slowly rolling out to Nokia 3 but should you really update right now?

With the various exciting new features in Nokia 3's newest OS update, 7.1.1 Nougat, are various problems and bugs, as well. Many customers are reporting that most of the Applications are crashing after they installed the new update.

Few of the Nokia 3 users who updated to 7.1.1 Nougat are experiencing problem related to freezing or hanging of System Applications. Some couldn’t set the brightness level, some facing automatic mobile data off.

Another issue faced by a number of Nokia 3 users who are already on the new OS is the abnormal heating and battery drain.

Let’s hope Nokia will have a fix to this issue soon.

Nokia 2 in all its GLORY!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 14, 2017       

Most of the Nokia fans are looking for an Ultra-budget phone which is the Nokia 2 to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until the end of 2017 to get hands on it.

As you can see in the below Image (Courtesy: Evan Blass), the Nokia 2 looks exactly like the Nokia 3. The Nokia 2 will be having on-screen navigation keys instead of touch capacitive buttons, which can be found in previous Nokia Smartphones including the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 6.

We already know that the device will be coming with Snapdragon 212 SoC clocked at 1.27 GHz, paired with 1GB RAM. Android 7.1.1 Nougat will be coming pre-installed with the Nokia 2.

That said, Nokia is expected to reveal its Ultra budget Nokia 2 later this year. Share your thoughts about this Smartphone in the below comment section!

Pixel XL 2 from Google Passes FCC Certification, Reveals Additional Details

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 14, 2017       

The entire world is looking for next Google flagship smartphones the Next-Gen Pixel and Pixel XL to release at the earliest, but one has to wait until this October to get hands on it. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay, especially about the design and features.

We have already seen our first potential look at what to expect from the Pixel XL 2. Now the device just got certified through the FCC, revealing additional details.

The Pixel XL 2 will feature model no. G011C. The listing also confirms that LG is indeed making it. Apart from the model number and manufacturer confirmation, there's nothing much else.

The Pixel 2 will look a lot different from the Pixel XL 2 in terms of front design. The Pixel XL 2 will be having a 2:1 Full vision display while the Standard Pixel 2 will feature huge chin to the top and the bottom, just like the 2016 Pixel phones.

That said, Google plans to launch the duo-Pixel(s) on October 4th during an event. We’ll let you know if we find anything else before the launch.

Source: Fcc | Via: Droid-Life

Moto G4 Plus gets Android 8.0 Oreo via Lineage OS 15

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 13, 2017       

You can now download and install the LineageOS 15 based on Android 8.0 Oreo on your Moto G4 Plus (Moto G 2016) Smartphone.

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Oreo.

Well, if you are a Moto G4 Plus owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "Dreamstar" Nikit Sharma has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo LineageOS 15 on the Moto G4 2016. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.), but it's still not suitable for daily use.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on Moto G4 Plus Athene. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download LineageOS 15 for Moto G4 Plus Athene

Direct Download: Lineage OS 15 (Athene) //XDA

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Apple Announces iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 13, 2017       

We don't talk about Apple that much, but the new iPhone(s) are exciting. Apple has finally unveiled the new iPhone 8 family along with the futuristic iPhone X during Apple Event. Please welcome in the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X with a whole new design and features.

With the regular iPhone 8, you get a 4.7-inch Retina HD display, A11 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture, 2GB RAM, 64GB/256 storage, 12MP camera with OIS and ƒ/1.8 aperture, 7MP ƒ/2.2 front camera, 1960mAh battery, fast and wireless charging, IP67 water and dust resistance, and iOS 11.

The iPhone 8 Plus isn’t much different, but it does have the bigger 5.5-inch Retina HD display, Dual 12MP wide-angle and telephoto cameras, and a bigger 2900mAh battery. The rest is the same.

The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus will be offered in a rich color palette including Gold, Silver, Space Gray.

Now, let's talk about the iPhone X. It comes with a 5.8-inch all-screen OLED Super Retina HD display, Face Unlock Security feature, and Different design. The rest is the same as iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus.

The iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus will be available for pre-order from September 15 starting $699 and will be available for sale on September 22. iPhone X will be available for pre-order from October 27 starting $999. Thoughts?

September Security OTA update hits Pixel and Nexus Devices

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 12, 2017       

Every month, Google releases a new security update for the Nexus and Pixel line of devices. The Android security update for September 2017 is now live for a number of devices.

Pixel and Pixel XL users on Verizon are reportedly receiving a new update with build OPR3.170623.007 with 2017-09-01 Security Patch. Non-Verizon users are also getting the latest Security update, so that means it's clearly a wider rollout going on.

Few users are getting "Android 7.1.2" titled update, which is actually is Android 8.0 Oreo with the September security patches.

Along with the Duo Pixels, Nexuses are also getting the September security patch. We've seen the update coming to the Nexus 6P.

Google hasn't updated its Developer site with OTA and Firmware Images. We'll let you know once the Firmware files are out.

OnePlus sends out invites for September 19th event, likely for new phone

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 12, 2017       

Just a few months back OnePlus announced the OnePlus 5 with Dual Cameras and Snapdragon 835 SoC. Now, the Chinese brand is planning to launch another product on 19 September.

As per reports OnePlus has sent out media invites for the event to be held in Paris saying "When the style meets its machine, one night in September in Paris…”. However, there is nothing revealed on what OnePlus will launch at the event.

According to Techadvisor, the mention of ‘machine’ means it could possibly be a phone. OnePlus has a knack of launching "Limited Designer Editions" of its Smartphones. So, it could be OnePlus 5 Limited Edition or even the brand new OnePlus 5T.

That said, We'll let you know once we get more information regarding this launch event. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Source: Techadvisor

Root and Install TWRP recovery on Moto G5s Plus

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 12, 2017       

You can now Root and Install TWRP on the recently announced Moto G5s Plus Smartphone. It's very simple to Root your Moto G5s Plus after Installing TWRP. You can gain Root access either of Magisk or SuperSU.

Installing TWRP also gives you access to Install Custom Roms and Mods (Including LineageOS, AOSP, and Other Popular Roms). You can also update your device to the latest Android 8.0 Oreo by Installing LineageOS 15 when it becomes available.

The below Guide will help you Installing TWRP and Rooting your Moto G5s Plus with codename Sanders. Note that, You'll first need to Unlock Bootloader by following the Official Guide from Motorola.

How to Install TWRP Recovery on Motorola Moto G5s Plus:

Step 1. Download TWRP recovery from below .

Step 2. Go into bootloader mode (power off and hold power+vol down and release)

Step 3. Connect the phone to your PC

Step 4. Install Adb and Fastboot into your PC

Step 5. From CMD or Terminal go into your the download folder and execute:

fastboot flash recovery twrp.img

Step 6. After that, Execute -

fastboot flash recovery twrp.img

(Rename the recovery image name to twrp.img)

How to Root Motorola Moto G5s Plus-

Step 1. Download Superuser or Magisk zip from below.

Step 2. Go to recovery by First going to fastboot and choosing recovery by first pressing down volume then up volume buttons.

Step 3. Select Install zip from Sdcard and select Superuser zip, you downloaded in Step 1.

Step 4. Reboot your Phone.

Downloads

TWRP: Download Here (Thanks to GeneticEnginer)

SuperSu ZIP: Download Here

Magisk: Download Here

Poll: Are You Going to Buy the Xiaomi Mi A1?

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 12, 2017       

Just a few days ago Google and Xiaomi resurrected the Android One with the Mi A1 Smartphone.

It's a good idea to buy a Mi A1 over a Mi 5X (Available in China) if Stock Android is your primary concern.

With the Mi A1, you get a 5.5-inch FHD LTPS IPS LCD display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage plus microSD support up to 128GB, 12MP Wide Angle + 12MP Telephoto (Same like the iPhone 7 Plus) for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 5MP front camera, 3080mAh battery, and Android 7.1 Nougat.
So we're curious to find out how many of our readers are planning to buy the Mi A1. In case you're wondering, the smartphone will be sold today at 12:00 Noon for Rs. 14,999 at Flipkart / Mi.com and Offline Stores.

So, Will you buy the Xiaomi Mi A1?

Poll: Are You Going to Buy the Xiaomi Mi A1?#MiA1 #XiaomiMiA1

— TechDroider (@techdroider) September 12, 2017

Google Play Protect is breaking bluetooth on Moto G4 Smartphones

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 11, 2017       

The recently announced Google Play Protect helps you keep your device safe and secure. It runs a safety check on apps from the Google Play Store before you download them. It checks your device for potentially harmful apps from other sources, warns you about any detected potentially harmful apps found, and removes known harmful apps from your device.

Now, the Google Play Protect feature is mistaking a system app called Bluetooth Share 7.0 for something unsafe on several Moto G4 devices. Play Protect then disables the app and displays a message "Bluetooth Share 7.0 can damage your device, Uninstall/Remove now."

Once removed, your Bluetooth will fail when turned on. Since Bluetooth Sharing app is a system app and it cannot be uninstalled. You can revert the changes back (Enable the Bluetooth Sharing app) by going to Settings > Applications > Reset Application Settings.

Are you facing such issue? Let us know in the below comment section!

//Lenovo Forum

Xiaomi Intros Mi Mix 2 With 5.9″ Bezel-less Display

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 11, 2017       

The Mi Mix 2 is now official with enhanced features such as a bezel-less 18:9 Display and Four-Sided curved ceramic body.

As for the rest of the story that has been leaked in various forms over the past weeks, this is what we are looking at. So, we have a "new era of smartphone design."

With the Mi Mix 2, you get a 5.99″ Full-vision display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6GB RAM, 64GB/128GB/256GB storage, 12MP Sony IMX386 Camera sensor with 4-axis OIS, 3400mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0 and Android Nougat based MIUI 9 OS.

There's a Special Edition Mi Mix 2 which comes with an unibody ceramic body and 8GB RAM + 128 GB Internal Storage.

What else new, though? You get 18K Gold plated Camera Rim, Hidden Speaker, Ultrasonic Proximity sensor, and 12% Smaller chin as compared to Mi Mix (1st Gen) with Front facing shooter.

The device will be available in 6 modes supporting 43 bands, and will be offered in a rich color palette. Mi MIX 2 price starting at RMB 3299 (32,000 INR/506$) for 6/64GB model,  RMB 3599 for 6/128GB model,  RMB 3999 for 6/256GB model. The Special Edition Mi Mix 2 costs RMB 4699 (46,000 INR/$721).

Mi A1 Android One Firmware Ported to the Mi 5X

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 11, 2017       

Just yesterday, we reported that the Mi A1 firmware cannot be flashed on the Mi 5X because Mi A1 uses A/B system that the Pixel devices use. The A/B systems means that when the device gets an update it will be downloaded and installed on the second system partition and when you restart that second partition will swap to become System A instead of B to make the updating process seamless.

The A/B system can probably be altered by editing Boot Image files. Well, You can now Install Mi A1 Android One Firmware to the Mi 5X, Thanks to developer "heli0us". Additionally, all aspects of the phone are working as expected (No bugs).

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the Android One Firmware on Mi 5X Tiffany. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

The Firmware is based on Google's latest Android 7.1 Nougat. However, Google plans to roll Android 8.0 Oreo update to Mi A1 by end of 2017, this also means that the Mi 5X will also get Android 8.0 Oreo via Port.

Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

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Android 8.0 Oreo update is in the works for the Galaxy S8 and S8+

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 10, 2017       

Android 8.0 Oreo Software update would be coming soon to both the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.

According to SamMobile, Samsung has started working on Android 8.0 Oreo updates for both the Smartphones. Reportedly, the Oreo firmware version could be G950FXXU1BQI1 on the Galaxy S8, and G955FXXU1BQI1 on the Galaxy S8+.

With Android 8.0 Oreo, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, latest features including Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis.

That said, there's no exact date on when Samsung will be rolling out Android 8.0 Oreo for the duo Galaxy S8(s). We will let you know once the update is out.

Source: SamMobile

Beware: Mi A1 Firmware Bricks Mi 5X

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 10, 2017       

We all know that the Mi A1 is exactly the carbon copy of the Mi 5X in terms of Hardware and Design but on the Software side the Mi A1 is powered with Google's own Stock Android Nougat while the Mi 5X runs Xiaomi's MIUI 9.

Additionally, the partitions are different between the two devices due to the Mi A1 using the A/B system that the Pixel devices uses. The A/B systems means that when the device gets an update it will be downloaded and installed on the second system partition and when you restart that second partition will swap to become System A instead of B to make the updating process seamless.

Also Read: Mi A1 vs. Mi 5x: 4 key differences

DON'T FLASH THE MI A1 ANDROID ONE FIRMWARE ON YOUR MI 5X, IT WILL BRICK YOUR DEVICE.

With the Mi A1, you get a 5.5-inch FHD LTPS IPS LCD display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage plus microSD support up to 128GB, 12MP Wide Angle + 12MP Telephoto (Same like the iPhone 7 Plus) for the best low-light, zoom and anti-blur photos with enhanced image processing, 5MP front camera, 3080mAh battery, and Android 7.0 Nougat.

The Xiaomi Mi A1 will be available Offline and Online in India starting 14,999 INR (233 USD) on September 12.

Motorola Working on Android One Device, Based on the Moto X4

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 09, 2017       

Just a few days ago Google partnered with Xiaomi and launched it's Mi A1 (Android One) Smartphone. Now It appears that Motorola may be working with Google on a brand new Android One Smartphone.

According to a latest leaked picture it appears that the Android One smartphone is going to be based on the Moto X4 from Motorola, which was announced this month. The Moto X4 has a 5.2-inch full HD display, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor, with 4GB of RAM, 32/64GB of storage and a 3000mAh battery inside powering the device. It does also have dual 12+8 megapixel cameras on the back of the device, and it is made of glass with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. 

With the recently announced Mi A1, Google promised that the latest Android One devices will be getting Android Oreo by the end of 2017 and Android P whenever available. 

If you ask me, I'm really excited to see Google working with Motorola for the software of the Moto X4. Unlike the Moto X Play and other Moto X devices, the Moto X4 would get direct updates from Google eliminating the delays. Share your thoughts in the below comment section!!

Source: Evleaks

YouTube HDR is now available for these devices

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 09, 2017       

Google has now started rolling out support for HDR videos in the mobile YouTube app. HDR support offers playback at up to 1080p resolution and 60 fps when manually changing video quality.

Supported devices getting HDR support includes the Duo Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy Note 8, Pixel and Pixel XL, LG V30, and Sony Xperia XZ Premium.

Google plans to roll support for HDR videos for more devices soon.

Unofficial Lineage OS 15 based on Android Oreo is now available for the Moto G5 Plus

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 09, 2017       

You can now download and install the LineageOS 15 based on Android 8.0 Oreo on your Moto G5 Plus Smartphone.

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Oreo.

Well, if you are a Moto G5 Plus owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "Vache" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo LineageOS 15 on the Moto G5 Plus. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as the RIL, WiFi, sensors, etc.).

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on Moto G5 Plus Potter. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download LineageOS 15 for Moto G5 Plus Potter

Direct Download: LineageOS 15

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Android 7.1.1 Nougat update hits Nokia 3

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 08, 2017       

As promised, HMD is now rolling out Android 7.1.1 Nougat with the latest monthly Android security patch Software update to the low end Nokia 3.

The latest update weighs in at around 748.3 MB and features the latest August 5, 2017 security patch, App Shortcuts, GIF(s) support, and new Emojis, and other Android 7.1.1 Nougat Goodies.

Recently HMD promised that the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, Nokia 8 and Nokia 6 will be getting software updates for till next 2 years. That means, the Nokia 5 and other three devices will be getting Android Oreo for sure.

Nokia’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.

Screenshot: Ashish Narshana

Moto X (2nd Gen) gets Android 8.0 Oreo via Lineage OS 15

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 08, 2017       

You can now download and install the LineageOS 15 based on Android 8.0 Oreo on your Moto X 2nd Generation (Moto X 2014) Smartphone.

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Oreo.

Well, if you are a Moto X2 owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "Anderson Mendes" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo LineageOS 15 on the Moto X (2nd Gen). Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as RIL, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.), but it's still not suitable for daily use because Camera, NFC are still not working.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on Moto X 2014 Victara. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned  to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download LineageOS 15 for Moto X2 Victara

Direct Download: Lineage OS 15 (Victara) //XDA

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Unofficial LineageOS 15 (Android 8.0 Oreo) Build Available for the OnePlus 5

 By Vaibhav Jain on September 08, 2017       

You can now download and install the LineageOS 15 based on Android 8.0 Oreo on your gorgeous looking OnePlus 5 Smartphone.

Google recently launched the Next Iteration of its Android Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo. The Tech Giant also pushed Android Oreo source code to AOSP, helping the developers develop custom ROMs for their devices based on Oreo.

Well, if you are a OnePlus 5 owner, then this recent development might be of interest to you. Developer "King_lilrowrow" has successfully ported Android 8.0 Oreo LineageOS 15 on the OnePlus 5. Additionally, most major aspects of the phone are working as expected (such as the RIL, WiFi, sensors, etc.), but it's still not suitable for daily use.

You'll need to Unlock Bootloader and Install TWRP Custom Recovery in-order to Install the LineageOS 15 Android 8.0 Oreo Rom on OnePlus 5 Cheeseburger. You can grab the Custom Rom ZIP file from below.

Stay tuned  to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Download LineageOS 15 for OnePlus 5 Cheeseburger

LineageOS 15 (Recent Release) (Thanks to the Developer)

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