Moto X4 vs Nokia 7: Specs Comparison

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 03, 2017       

Moto X4 vs Nokia 7
OS And Hardware
OS	Android 7.1.1 Nougat	Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Processor	2.2 GHz Octa-core CPU	2.2 GHz Octa-core CPU
Chipset	Snapdragon 630	Snapdragon 630
GPU	Adreno 540	Adreno 540
Display
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Type	LTPS IPS	IPS
Screen Size	5.2 inches FHD	5.2 inches FHD
Memory
Internal	32/64 GB	64 GB
RAM	3/4 GB	4/6 GB
Camera
Primary	Dual 12 MP f2.0, 1.4um	16MP ZEISS Sensor
Secondary	8 MP	5 MP
Battery and Power
Type	3000 mAh | Quick Charging	3000 mAh
Other
IP68	Yes	No
Price
USD	$399	$377

Which one would you choose?

Download iPhone X's New Ringtone

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 03, 2017       

You can now download the new iPhone X's Exclusive Ringtone "Reflection" for your Smartphone.

If you want to try it on your Android, all you need to do is place the file into the specific Ringtone folder in your phone's storage and select them from the sound picker.

To get it on your iPhone, connect your iPhone to the computer via USB and launch iTunes. Drag Reflection file into iTunes and then head into Settings, Tap on “Sound & Haptics” and then “Ringtone” and select Reflection.

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About iPhone X: It comes with a 5.8-inch all-screen OLED Super Retina HD display, Face Unlock Security feature, and Different design. It is powered with the new 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, fast and wireless charging, IP67 water and dust resistance, and iOS 11.

OnePlus is sticking with Headphone Jack in the new OnePlus 5T + First Official Render

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 02, 2017       

OnePlus just confirmed that the OnePlus 5T is real and coming pretty soon with the headphone jack. On OnePlus forum, Pete Lau Ceo of OnePlus today announced that the OnePlus 5T would feature headphone jack because 80% of OnePlus users uses in-jack headphones and are probably not ready for wireless or USB-C to headphone jack feature.

Additionally, OnePlus also shared first ever official render image of the OnePlus 5T (Top and Bottom). The Image File name is "This is the OnePlus 5T render no doubt about that."

OnePlus Statement on "The OnePlus 5T - Let's talk about the headphone jack"

In the past, we’ve made some jokes on this subject, but today I wanted to dig deeper into our decision to keep the 3.5 mm headphone jack. Whether it’s in the area of hardware or software, our focus is on producing superior product experiences. Every feature, removed or added, is based on our understanding of user needs. For the time being, we think it’s best to stick with the headphone jack. Here's why.

First, audio quality. When we surveyed the OnePlus community, 70% of users told us that their priority was sound quality. On the whole, wireless earbuds aren't there yet to provide the same quality of audio. Are the best wireless headphones comparable to the best of the wired? That's possible. But as you get closer to the under $200 category, the options are more limited. Keeping the headphone jack allows our users to continue to take full advantage of the excellent range of audio choices on the market. Not to mention our own Bullet V2 earphones.

Second, user freedom. Nearly 80% of our users use in-jack headphones. At one point, we thought about using another USB-C port to replace the 3.5 mm audio port. The advantage to USB-C is that it would have let us further slim down our flagships. However, the question we asked ourselves was whether replacing the 3.5 mm jack with a USB-C port would bring a noticeably improved experience for our users. In other words, is it worth the trade off? And our assessment was no, this design decision was not worth taking away our users' freedom to use their favorite earphones and accessories.

Don't get me wrong. Wireless audio technology has a lot of potential. And if you prefer wireless headphones, our flagships have excellent Bluetooth capability for this choice. But our goal from the beginning has been to bring better technology to the world. That's why we prioritize the user and make good technology accessible. Sometimes, industry trends go against our core beliefs. This is one of those times when we respectfully disagree on what it means to be courageous. That's why we're proud to announce that we're keeping the headphone jack for the OnePlus 5T – and confident that our product decisions for our upcoming device will offer the best flagship experience possible.

Never Settle.

 Source: OnePlus Forum

OnePlus teases the OnePlus 5T

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 02, 2017       

There's no denying the fact that OnePlus is working on next generation Smartphone. Already there are couple of leaks and rumors regarding the OnePlus 5T.

OnePlus has now started teasing images on its social media accounts that suggest it is launching the OnePlus 5T soon.

On Tuesday, OnePlus made it pretty clear that the next generation Smartphone is coming and will be named as OnePlus 5T. OnePlus shared an Image showing five cups of 'tea' with the OnePlus logo inscribed on each cup.

Oh, look! It's five cups of...

Samsung Galaxy S8 Android Oreo Beta: How to Get + What's New

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 02, 2017       

Samsung hasn't announced the Oreo Beta program yet, but the update is surprisingly already live for a few selected Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus owners.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Samsung has add several new features to the Samsung Experience 9.0.

According to the reports, the OTA from Nougat to Android Oreo Beta weighs in at around 1.4GB. It's good practice to keep a backup before installing the Beta OTA.

As of now, the beta will be only available on T-Mobile, Sprint, and unlocked version of the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. You'll need to log into the Samsung+ Application and look for the beta registration option at the top.

Here's What's New in the Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus!

Image: Sammobile

Samsung Galaxy S8 Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta [Screenshots]

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 01, 2017       

Samsung is now all set to launch Android 8.0 Oreo Beta program for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, but it seems that a lucky user already got his hands on with the latest Official Android 8.0 Oreo Beta Update for the Galaxy S8.

Apart from the Android 8.0 Oreo Goodies including new Settings and Notification panel UI, Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, Samsung has add several new features to the Samsung Experience.

The user reports that there's a new app shortcut menu which also shows the notifications after a long press. Samsung has also added new emoji's to the Android 8.0 Oreo Beta build for the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.

Recently Samsung updated its Samsung Connect Application to Support Android 8.0 Oreo and this is an indication that Samsung is all set to roll out public beta to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus users. The Galaxy Note 8 might follow the same soon. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Below are some screenshots of the New UI and Changes in Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for Galaxy S8.

[Update: More Screenshots] 

Individual Screenshots

Source: Reddit

Moto X Play finally gets Android 7.1.1 Nougat update in Mexico

 By Vaibhav Jain on November 01, 2017       

After a long wait, the Moto X Play users are finally getting Android 7.1.1 Nougat update with the latest Security Patch.

If you own a Moto X Play in the Mexico you should have received the over-the-air update notification for Nougat. Android 7.1.1 Nougat for the Moto X Pure brings Latest Security patch, Duo video calling application, New Icons, and other Android 7.1.1 Nougat goodies.

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.

Recently Motorola announced the list of devices getting Android 8.0 Oreo and the Moto X Play is not eligible for the update. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

HMD Announces Nokia 2!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 31, 2017       

The Nokia 2 is now official with integrated Google Assistant, and 4100mAh battery that offer a new level of functionality and convenience.

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 battery-centric Nokia device which offers 2 day long lasting battery life.

With the Nokia 2, you get a 5.0-inch HD IPS display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage, 8MP rear and, 5MP front camera, 4100mAh battery, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat with confirmed upgrade to Android Oreo.

The Nokia 2 will be available starting on Mid-November. The Nokia 2 be offered in a rich color palette including Black, White, and Copper.

What else new, though? Well, Nokia 2 features Gorilla Glass 3 protection, Sculpted polycarbonate back, and will be available as both single SIM and dual SIM variants. The Nokia 2 starts at 99 Euro. 

If you ask me the Nokia 2 and today's launch was quite disappointing. We were expecting Nokia to announce the quality Nokia 7. Also Launch event was for India and they announced pricing for Europe.. Eh!

Full Nokia 2 Specs

[Update: Only Nokia 2] Nokia is Announcing the Nokia 7 and Nokia 2 Today, Watch the Event Live Here!

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 31, 2017       

Update: Nokia announces Nokia 2, No Nokia 7!

The Nokia 7 and Nokia 2 will be officially announced in India today during a live streamed event at 12:00 PM IST. HMD will show off the Nokia 2 and Nokia 7, 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 7 Specifications and Features

The Nokia 7 features a 5.2-inch FHD IPS display with huge chin but slim design. It is powered by the Snapdragon 630 SoC, 4/6GB of RAM, and 64/128GB of internal storage. The phone comes with Splashproof (IP54) ratings, and includes USB Type-C port, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC. The phone runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

The attraction for the phone is it's "Bothie" feature, which was introduced along with the Nokia 8. It allows you to use both the front and the rear Camera's together. At the back, there is a single camera of 16MP with Zeiss optics along with an 5MP front-facing camera.

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Nokia 2 Rumored Specifications and Features

Nokia 2 would feature a 4.7 - 5" display, Snapdragon 212 SoC clocked at 1.27 GHz, paired with 1GB RAM, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat. 

Nokia plans to price the device at around $99 which is Rs. 6000. 

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

And here is the OnePlus 5T

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 30, 2017       

There's no denying the fact that OnePlus is working on next generation Smartphone. Already there are couple of leaks and rumors regarding the OnePlus 5T.

There have been several reports that OnePlus is considering moving the fingerprint scanner on the back and this will also allow OnePlus to implement the 18:9 6" display with 2160 x 1080p to the front.

Until now, we haven't seen the OnePlus 5T, but this is going to change today, thanks to Evan Blass.

As you can see in the below image, the OnePlus 5T looks gorgeous with 18:9 display.

As rumored the OnePlus 5T will resembles the OnePlus 5 in terms of curves and camera design. The fingerprint sensor will be moved to the rear in favor gorgeous Full-Vision Display.

OnePlus 5T is expected to feature the Snapdragon 835 Processor, 6/8GB RAM, and 64/128 GB Internal storage.

That said, OnePlus might reveal the OnePlus 5T in November 2017. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Evan Blass

Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus: Design and Specifications

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 30, 2017       

Ready for Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus?

Rumors suggests that Samsung is currently working on two Galaxy S9 prototypes, one with front-facing in-display fingerprint sensor and other with rear fingerprint sensor. However, a trusted source suggests that the Galaxy S9 fingerprint sensor won’t be integrated into the display.

As you can see in the below concept image, the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus looks identical to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, however the chin is now almost bezel-less.

As far as the Specifications are concerned the Galaxy S9 would feature a 5.8" Infinity display, 12MP and 16MP dual cameras to the front and rear. Samsung plans to implement 3D sensing facial recognition feature and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor for security.

The Galaxy S9 Plus would be the same phone as the Galaxy S9 but with a large 6.2" Screen and bigger battery.

Both the devices will be IP65/68 water and dust resistant. Samsung plans to eliminate headphone jack with the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus. That said, all these are rumors so take them as grain of salt.

Samsung Galaxy S9 Concept by MINU and jPZamora

How to Root Moto X4 (Android One)

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 29, 2017       

You can now Root the recently announced Moto X4 Android One. Rooting your smartphone give you admin rights and lets you do most of the things you want with your device considering get access to anything and everything that way.

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After rooting, you'll be able to use certain apps which gives you more control over your device. Most popular applications include Titanium Backup, Greenify, WiFi Kill, Xposed, and Root Explorer.

In most of the cases, you need to Install TWRP (Custom Recovery) in order to root your Smartphone. But, Moto X4 Android One can be rooted without Installing the TWRP Recovery. This root method is called CF-Auto-Root.

The below Guide will help you Rooting your Moto X4 Adroid One. Note that, You'll first need to Unlock your Moto X4's Bootloader.

Note: We are not responsible for any bricked devices.

How to Root Moto X4 (Project Fi - Android One)-

Step 1. Download Boot Img file from below .

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

Step 3. Connect the phone to your PC

Step 4. Open ADB and Fastboot on your PC.

Step 5. Run the following command : fastboot boot boot.img

Downloads: Boot Image (Credits: mightysween - XDA)

Also Read:

• How To Download and Install Stock ROM/Firmware on Moto X4

About Moto X4: Moto X4 comes with a 5.2-inch Full-HD glass layered display with 3D glass on top, Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 2.2 GHz octa-core processor, 3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB storage plus microSD support up to 256GB, Dual Pixel 12+8MP rear camera for the best low-light, zoom and blur background with enhanced image processing, 16MP front camera with Panoramic Selfie, 3000mAh battery with Turbo-charging, IP68 water and dust resistance, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

Nokia 2 Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 29, 2017       

Nokia 2 Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android OS 7.1.1 Nougat
Processor	Quad-Core
Chipset	Snapdragon 212
GPU	Adreno 304 GPU
Splashproof	-
Body
Dimensions	-
Weight	-
Colors	Black and White
Display
Screen Size	5.0
Resolution	HD
Protection	Gorilla Glass 3
Memory
Internal	8 GB
RAM	1 GB
Camera
Primary	8MP
Secondary	5MP
Battery and Power
Type	4000 mAh battery
Status
Announced	No
Expected Price
USD	$99
INR	6,000

October security patch rolling out to Moto Z2 Play

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 29, 2017       

The Moto Z2 Play is now getting the latest October Security patch with Stability Improvement and Bug fixes.

If you own a Moto Z2 Play in the USA you should have received the over-the-air update notification for October Security Patch, and it's crucial that you download it, as it brings along the fix for the critical severity vulnerability in media framework that could enable a remote attacker using a specially crafted file to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process.

The October Android security update for the Moto Z2 Play comes with build no. NDSS26.118-23-11. 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. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Via: Reddit

Moto X4 Kernel Source Code Released

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 28, 2017       

Motorola finally released the kernel source of its recently announced Moto X4, allowing developers to start the development of custom ROMs for the device.

Motorola usually releases the kernel sources in just two weeks of the phone's launch, but this time around, the Lenovo-owned company took a little bit more time than the usual. Nevertheless, the company has released the code and developers can start working.

The kernel sources are available in the tar.gz file extension and also in the form of a .zip file. If you're interested in developing a custom ROM for Moto X4, the go ahead to Github and download the kernel sources and set it up in the Android Kitchen.

The Moto X4 is the latest mid-range smartphone from the company packing decent specifications such as the Snapdragon 630 SoC, 3000mAh battery, Android Nougat, and a Dual Rear Cameras.

Top 10 Smartphones on AnTuTu In August 2017

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 28, 2017       

Most Popular benchmark maker AnTuTu has released list for the Top 10 Performance Smartphones for the month of August 2017 and it covers smartphone brands from around the world and the domestic Chinese brand.

The below chart is based on the average performance of the smartphones in AnTuTu benchmark test and the list contains only 10 Smartphones retaining their positions.

As you can see, the OnePlus 5 tops the AnTuTu with Snapdragon 835 processor. It is closely followed by the HTC U11 which is also powered by the Snapdragon 835. At the number 3 position is the Snapdragon 835-powered Nubia Z17 and at number four and five is the Exynos 8895-powered Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus. The Mi 6 with a Snapdragon 835 chip inside occupies the seventh spot, while the SD-835 powered S8 Plus is at eighth. The rest of the list is made up of the iPhone 7 Plus at the ninth position, Galaxy S8 (Snapdragon) at the tenth.

OnePlus 5 killer is already born and it's the latest iPhone X and iPhone 8 family, we won't be surprised if Apple snatches the crown from the OnePlus in the upcoming AnTuTu global Smartphone scores. Thoughts? 

Also Read: 

• Top 10 Smartphones on AnTuTu In May 2017
• Top 10 Smartphones on AnTuTu In June 2017

September security patch rolling out to Moto X4

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 28, 2017       

The Moto X4 Standard Variant is now getting the latest September Security patch with Stability Improvement and Bug fixes.

If you own a Moto X4 you should have received the over-the-air update notification for September Security Patch, and it's crucial that you download it, as it brings along the fix for the critical BlueBorne Bluetooth attack.

The Blueborne vulnerability was discovered only recently. It’s a Bluetooth vulnerability that leaves Android devices open to a potential takeover by hackers. The vulnerability is also present in Windows, Linux and some iterations of iOS. Note that the device still runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat after the update.

Armis Reported that the BlueBorne spread through the air (airborne) and attacks devices via Bluetooth. Armis has also disclosed eight related zero-day vulnerabilities, four of which are classified as critical. BlueBorne allows attackers to take control of devices, access corporate data and networks, penetrate secure “air-gapped” networks, and spread malware laterally to adjacent devices. Armis reported these vulnerabilities to the responsible actors, and is working with them as patches are being identified and released.

September Android security update also resolves 30 issues dated 2017-09-01, and 51 issues in the one dated 2017-09-05. Vulnerabilities range from moderate to critical, and Google particularly notes that it provides "Android partners with the flexibility to more quickly fix a subset of vulnerabilities that are similar across all Android devices."

The September Android security update for the Moto X4 comes with build no. NPW26.4. 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. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Screenshot: _ ghiottone

Speed Test: Android 8.1 Oroe VS Android 8.0 Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 27, 2017       

The recently announced Android 8.1 comes with lots of new features and UI enhancement. The Android 8.1 still is a developer preview but let's see how it fares against the Android 8.0 in a Speed Test.

Android 8.1 Oreo Developer Preview is now Official and is readily available for the Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel C, Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. The latest Android version comes with tons of new features, fixes and improvements. Google also shared the Android 8.1 Oreo change-log, which some of you will find rather interesting. 

Read Full Change-log: Here's what's new in Android 8.1 Dev Preview for Pixel and Nexus Devices

OnePlus 2 is Getting New Update, No It's not Nougat or Oreo!

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 27, 2017       

We all know that OnePlus 2 (Once a flagship) won't be getting Android Oreo or even Android Nougat. But the company is now rolling out a new update with the latest security patches to the OnePlus 2.

If you own a OnePlus 2 you should have received the over-the-air update notification for October Security Patch, and it's crucial that you download it, as it brings along the fix for the critical severity vulnerability in media framework that could enable a remote attacker using a specially crafted file to execute arbitrary code within the context of a privileged process.

Additionally, this update also comes with WPA2 WiFi vulnerability "KRACK" Fix. The Key Reinstallation Attacks (A.K.A KRACKs) was first discovered by Mathy Vanhoef of imec-DistriNet, KU Leuven. It’s a WiFi vulnerability that breaks WPA2 by forcing nonce reuse.

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

OnePlus 3 and 3T receives another beta update - Android Oreo, Bug fixes, and Stability

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 27, 2017       

Just a few weeks back OnePlus released the first Android 8.0 Oreo based OxygenOS Beta for the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T. However, that build was having tons of bugs and was not suitable for daily usage.

Now, the Chinese smartphone firm has released a new bug fixing update to the Oreo based OxygenOS Beta. The OnePlus 3T receives OxygenOS Beta 17, and the OnePlus 3's version is OxygenOS Beta 26.

With Android 8.0 Oreo Beta for OnePlus 3/3T, you'll get new Settings and Notification panel UI, latest features including Picture in Picture (PIP), Adaptive icons, Autofill, Notification timeout, and new emojis.

With the new OxygenOS Beta, OnePlus has added the Feedback app which lets your send the bug reports, Wifi and Data connectivity is now improved, NFC and Picture In Picture now works without any issue.

Note that most major aspects of the phone are working as expected but fingerprint actions may be slower than you are used to, and 3rd party apps might not work as expected.

OnePlus has already confirmed that the "Flagship Killer" OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T won't be getting any major OS updates after Android Oreo. You can download the OxygenOS beta based on Android Oreo from the below link.

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