Samsung Galaxy S8 leaked in full glory!

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 01, 2017       

The internet is filled with Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus leaks, of late. Yes, the upcoming flagship phone from Samsung has been making rounds in the internet for a long time and today, we have some real life images of the phone, giving us first clear look at the device.



The leak is coming from bgr, As you can see in the image below, the Samsung Galaxy S8 won't feature capacitive navigation keys, instead, Samsung is going with the on-screen navigation keys as expected.

 

  

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is expected to launch on March 29, 2017.

Samsung will be using the metal and glass body with the S8. The Galaxy S8 will sport a big 5.8-inch screen, whereas the S8 Plus will feature a 6.2-inch Quad HD+ display. 

At the heart of the phone, there will be a Snapdragon 835 SoC and the company will release another variant of the phone with their Exynos 8895 chipset, coupled with 4GB/6GB/8GB of RAM options. Storage on the phones might go up to 256GB, according to previous rumors. 

The Smartphone looks gorgeous in the above images, Will you be buying the Samsung Galaxy S8? Let us know in comments!

Source: BGR

Moto G3 Turbo Edition gets new update with January 2017 Security patch

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 01, 2017       

Motorola has already ditched the Moto G 3rd generation and Moto G3 Turbo Edition from the list of devices getting Official Android 7.0 Nougat. However, The Moto G3 Turbo Edition is now getting new software updates with latest Security Patch, bug fixes and Stability improvement.

The update costs 12MB and features January 2017 Security patch, bug fixes and Stability improvement.

Screenshots:-

It's great to see that Motorola still cares about its devices. Motorola won't be updating the 2015 Moto Gs to Android Nougat, but it will see security patches and stability updates.

Thanks Harshith Sharma!

DigiFrame Mod adds a Secondary E-Ink Screen to your Moto Z

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 01, 2017       

As you might be aware of the fact that Motorola will be releasing more and more Moto Mods in the near future. The company have already launched some new Moto Mods at the MWC 2017.



Recently, Motorola conducted several hackathon events in various countries, including India. And now, they showcased a new Moto Mod which will add a Secondary E-Ink Screen to your Moto Z series smartphone. 

This Mod is presented by Indiegogo, the crowd-funded Kickstarter project and will be called as 'DigiFrame' The basic functionality of this Mod is that it will add an always-on Secondary screen. The best part is: you can set up your own widget with information you need to be available, it costs ultra low power and provides high definition e-ink screen with information you need.



Here are specs of the DigiFrame Mod:

• 4.3", 800 x 480, 216 dpi, e-ink screen (physically limited by Moto Mod design constraints)
• 152.7 x 73.5 x 5 mm
• 1500 mAh battery (preliminary, may change)

Supposed images of upcoming BlackBerry device leaked online

 By Vaibhav Jain on March 01, 2017       

Blackberry, the TCL-owned company recently launched their much anticipated Blackberry KEYone, the so-called Blackberry Mercury at the just started MWC 2017 event. 

Now, Alleged images of the upcoming BlackBerry-branded device also know as BBC100-1 built by PT BB Merah Putih for the Indonesian market have now leaked online.

According to previous rumors, this device features Snapdragon 425 clocked at 1.4 GHz, 5.5-inch display at 720p HD, 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage and 3000mAh battery.

The device is expected to launch in Indonesia soon this year!

via: Crackberry

[Sponsored] How to Have a Safer Mobile Experience

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 28, 2017       

Sirin Solarin: Privacy-Focused Android Smartphone

Are you aware of all the hidden dangers that affect mobile users today? If not, you should be, and you should also be aware of the precautions you need to take along the way. Once you take these precautions, you can have much more peace of mind and use your mobile device or devices in a much safer way. Below are some of the ways you can ensure that you have a safer mobile experience.

Education and Understanding 

First of all, you should be aware of all of the threats that mobile users face today. The good news is there are countless websites, video sharing sites and social media websites that keep mobile users updated about the latest issues and possible problems that can occur to Android devices, Apple devices and a wide range of other mobile devices.

If you want to take your understanding to another level, it may be worth considering an online information security degree or online information assurance program from a recognized college or university. This will ensure that you never have to worry about any online problems and it could also lead to a successful career in this area.

Choose Your Apps Wisely

It's very tempting to download every mobile app that takes your fancy. However, the more apps you install, the more likely it is that you will increase the risk of malware or some other issues that could affect your phone’s performance, or even worse. The main mobile app market places are usually more trustworthy and have a screening process that ensures that the apps they list are safe and secure, so you should only install your apps from these app marketplaces.

However, not all apps are as good as they are advertised to be. You should check the user reviews for any app you intend to install and find out what other mobile users think about a particular app. 

Make Sure You Only Use Secure Websites

As well as accessing apps on a regular basis, millions of mobile users visit mobile websites every day, too. Once again, it pays to err on the side of caution and check out the reputation of a website you intend to visit first. In most instances, a simple Google search will give you all of the information you need, before you finally decide to visit a particular website.

Always Have Your Wits about You and Use Common Sense

It's often the simple mistakes a mobile user makes that can cause the biggest problems. For instance, if you regularly log into an online website, make sure you keep your usernames and passwords safe and always use secure connections. In other situations, only open emails and messages from sources you trust and don't click on any suspicious looking links or images.

As mobile technologies and systems advance, so too do certain online dangers. However, if you follow the tips above, these dangers will be less likely to affect you and allow you to use your mobile device in a much safer way.

Here’s How You Can Use Your Smartphone to Become Smarter

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 28, 2017       

Your phone gives you access to a host of online resources you can use to learn new skills and upgrade your knowledge; you can even study with an online program and earn a degree. Instead of using your phone to play games or keep up with your social media when you have some down time, you could put that time to productive use and improve your career prospects. Let’s find out how.

Embrace the MOOC

In 2016, 58 million students around the world signed up to study with a MOOC, up from 35 million the previous year. What’s a MOOC? MOOC stands for Massive Open Online Course, and currently you can choose from 6,850 courses delivered by over 700 universities.

The majority of MOOCs are free, but a growing number have a fee attached, as a paid course or as the price of receiving a completion certificate. Some paid courses allow you to earn a nanodegree in a few subjects, which will qualify you for entry level positions with companies like AT&T.

Earn Your Next Degree Online

While you can study for free with a MOOC, you’ll still need ‘proper’ qualifications if you want to compete for the good jobs. Leading universities, like Rutgers Online, offer a wide range of degree courses at both the bachelor’s and master’s levels.

Take an online master of information degree, study business or healthcare administration, learn to defeat hackers with a cybersecurity degree, or study something like history or philosophy. There are hundreds of degree courses available from accredited schools, so you’re sure to find a course that fits your needs.

Rigorous tuition is delivered in both pre-recorded sessions and live classes, and you can access all of your course material and submit your assignments online, enabling you to catch up with lectures while you commute into the city on the train, while you’re waiting at the doctor’s office, or any time that you have a few spare minutes.

Courses, like the online MLIS degree, typically take around two years to complete and you should expect to put in roughly 15 hours of study per week.

Learn New Language Skills

Learning a new language can be tough if you follow the traditional route of studying grammar and lists of verbs. But it can be easy and fun when you use an app. The most widely used language app is Duolingo, and you can use the free app to learn one of 22 languages including French, German, Swedish, and Hebrew.

The lessons are short, so you can squeeze one in when you’ve got a few moments free and pick up a new language in your spare time. Lessons give you a mix of listening and speaking tasks, as well as text to translate and multiple choice questions to answer. Once you complete a lesson, the app gives you a grade. The inbuilt gamification keeps you coming back to the app so that you don’t start full of enthusiasm and then fade away.

Since you keep your phone in your purse or pocket everywhere you go, it makes sense to use your mobile technology to learn something new and maximize your career opportunities in the process.

How to Choose the Right Tech to Study Online

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 28, 2017       

Image credits: tiuonline

If you are about to embark on online study, then it’s important to ensure that you have all the right study materials that you need in order to do well and achieve a good result when you graduate. When studying for your college degree online, you’ll need a range of gadgets in order to help make sure that your program runs smoothly. When you’re studying for an online masters in counseling, the technology that you use is hugely important and could even impact your final result. We’ve listed some of the main things to keep in mind when choosing gadgets and tech for your online degree. 

Affordability

Affordability is one of the main things to bear in mind when it comes to choosing tech to help you study. There’s no need to splash out on the latest MacBook when you’re studying for an online counseling degree, for example, but if you’re studying for a largely design-based program this could be an essential purchase. So, be sure to work out exactly how much you can afford to pay for before you make a choice. To determine this, it’s a good idea to make a list of all the features that you’re looking for in a gadget, and choose the best value for money option that fits the bill. 

Quality:

When purchasing gadgets such as a laptop, e-reading device or even a smartphone to help with your online degree program, then it’s important to ensure that you choose items that are good quality. Remember that your online degree is expected to last some time, and this could be anything from one year for masters’ degrees and other advanced programs to four years or even more if you are studying on an undergraduate degree program. Because of this, you will need to ensure that you choose tech which is designed to stand the test of time, enabling you to rely on it whilst you study. 

Necessity

If you’re studying online, then you are probably excited about the prospect of making some great savings on tuition fees. However, when you enroll on a program such as a counseling degree online, it is easy to be tempted to spend more than you need on gadgets that might not even be necessary. For example, you might be thinking about investing in an e-reader to help you get through the reading list. However, if you already have a tablet this could be a waste of money, as you can quickly turn most tablets into an eBook with a handy app. 

Value

Last, but not least, when choosing tech and gadgets to help you with your online degree, you should also think about the future and whether or not you are going to sell them on to other students after graduation. If this is the case, then it’s a good idea to opt for technology that’s less likely to lose its value over time, for example, Apple products, which tend to lose value slower than others. 

Which devices do you use for studying online? Let us know in the comments. 

New Nokia Android phones will be Manufactured in India, launch set for June, here's the Estimate price

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 28, 2017       

Launched a couple of days ago at MWC, the New Nokia Android Smartphones are all set to hit the Global markets, including India in Q2, 2017.

Also Read: Nokia 3 and Nokia 5 are now Official, here's what you need to know!

According to a report from fonearena, we now have some information regarding HMD's India plans. The Nokia Android phones will be Manufactured in India through Foxconn, and is expected to hit the Indian markets by June, 2017.

These upcoming Nokia Phones will be sold both Online via e-commerce websites and in Offline stores through a network of distribution partners. HMD also plans to bring a network of service centers across India for a greater after sales services.



The entry-level Nokia 3 will be priced at 139 euros which is ₹9800 approximately, Nokia 5 at 189 euros or ₹13300 approximately, and the Nokia 6 at 229 euros which is ₹16000 approximately. The price can be even lower than what we estimated, as the company aims to manufacture the devices locally.

Would you buy Nokia Android phones? Which one? Comment below your thoughts

OnePlus 3/3T gets Android 7.1.1 Nougat via Hydrogen OS beta

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 27, 2017       

Just a month ago, OnePlus released "Hydrogen OS" for the OnePlus 3/3T. Hydrogen OS is the custom rom for Chinese customers with Chinese and English language support. The rom has no Google apps included, but you can download and flash it manually.

Now, the company has started rolling out Android 7.1.1 Nougat with March 2017 security patches via Hydrogen OS beta. The firmware is now live and is available at H2OS website, it costs 1.32GB.



We have no information on when OnePlus will start testing OxygenOS based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat. Well, for now OnePlus users can taste HydrogenOS with Android 7.1.1 Goodies!

Download Hydrogen OS (Android 7.1.1) Beta for the OnePlus 3/3T here-

Hydrogen OS 3.0 for OnePlus 3/3T- Download Here

The "Really Blue" Moto G5 looks Stunning

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 27, 2017       

The Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5 are now official, both of the devices comes with beautiful metal-body design and competitive specs.

Officially, you get only two color options with the Moto G5 family i.e. Lunar Gray or Fine Gold. But, it seems that there's a Limited Edition "Really Blue" Moto G5 out there!

Shared by Roland Quandt, here is the Moto G5 in "Sapphire Blue" color: 

According to Roland, this is the pre-production unit. We have no information when and if it will come out or not!

Would you buy the "Really Blue" Limited Edition Moto G5, if it ever comes? 

Nokia 3 and Nokia 5 are now Official: Here's what you need to know

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

HMD Global has finally unwrapped its entry-level Nokia 5 and Nokia 3 phones for 2017 today in Barcelona. 

With Nokia 5, you get 5.2" HD display, Seamless aluminium unibody, Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage with Support for up to 128 GB, Stock Android 7.0 Nougat. It comes with a 3000 mAh battery.

Camera wise, the Nokia 5 features 13MP rear camera with PDAF, 1.12um, f/2, dual tone flash, to the front there's a 8MP with AF, 1.12um, f/2, FOV 84 degrees. It comes in Tempered Blue, Silver, Matte Black and Copper color options.




The Nokia 3 is the somewhat same phone as the Nokia 5 in terms of design, Specs wise, the Nokia 3 features a 5" HD display, 8MP rear and front camera, 2650mAh battery, MTK 6737 quad-core processor, 2 RAM, 16GB internal storage with SD support.

Along with Nokia 5 and Nokia 3, HMD also announced the Nokia 6 Global variant, all these Smartphones will be available in Q2, 2017 globally!

Which one will you be buying? Comment below!

Lenovo-Moto Unveils New Moto Mods

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

Moto has just announced new Moto Mods for the Moto Z phones, We already know that these Modules will be compatible over next three years.

Amazon Alexa Mod:

Amazon Alexa Mod brings Alexa with you everywhere. You can easily perform everyday tasks while on the go, like controlling your smart home, checking the news, requesting a ride from services like Uber, and more — using just your voice. For example, when you start your commute home, you can ask Alexa to adjust your home’s temperature so it’s comfortable when you get there. Or, you can add milk to your shopping list without ever picking up a pen.

Along with the Alexa Moto Mod, Motorola also introduced "turbo charger", which charges your Moto Z quickly, "Moto Power Pack", which adds 50% more battery to your phone. A Gamepad Module which adds gaming controls to the ends of the phone to give you a full gaming experience.

#hellomoto #motomods #LenovoMWC #mwc17 pic.twitter.com/yevFoPnVKT

— Profit.kz (@profitkz) February 26, 2017

Update: Here's the Robot Mod

Source: Moto (Cached) 

Moto G5 vs. Moto G4 Play: 5 key differences

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

Moto and Lenovo has unveiled a new Moto G family at MWC, a family that includes two 5th Generation Moto G(s), the Moto G5, and Moto G5 Plus.

The Moto G5 shares quite similar specs with the Moto G4 Play, with few upgrades and design changes, In this article we will talk about Key differences that you will find in the Moto G5 and the Moto G4 Play-

• The Moto G5 comes with a 1080 x 1920 display, 441 ppi pixel density, while the Moto G4 Play features 1280 x 720 resolution with 294 ppi pixel density.

• The Moto G5 sports a 13-megapixel camera on the rear with f/2.0 aperture, 1.1-micron pixels, and dual-LED (dual tone) flash, the Moto G4 Play comes with a 5-megapixel front and 8-megapixel camera on the rear with f/2.2 aperture and LED flash. 

• The all metal body Moto G5 comes with Fine Gold and Lunar Grey color option, while with the plastic, the Moto G4 Play comes with White and Black color option.

• The Moto G5 features fingerprint sensor for additional security, it can also be used as navigation keys, while the Moto G4 Play doesn't feature a fingerprint sensor.

• The Moto G5 comes with Snapdragon 430 Octa-Core chipset, 32GB Storage, while you get a  Quad-Core Snapdragon 410, 16GB ROM with the Moto G4 Play. 

What's your pick? Moto G5 or Moto G4 Play? Share your thoughts in the comment below!

Moto G5 Plus vs. Moto G4 Plus: 3 Major Differences

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

Moto and Lenovo has unveiled a new Moto G family at MWC, a family that includes two 5th Generation Moto G(s), the Moto G5, and Moto G5 Plus.

The Moto G5 Plus is a huge upgrade over the Moto G4 Plus in terms of Specifications and design changes, In this article we will talk about Major differences that you will find in the Moto G5 Plus and the Moto G4 Plus-

• The Moto G5 Plus sports a 2.0GHz Octa-Core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor paired with 3GB/4GB RAM/32GB ROM, while the Moto G4 Plus features a 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 octa-core processor with 2GB/3GB RAM and 16GB/32GB memory options.

• The Moto G5 Plus comes with a 12-megapixel camera on the rear with dual autofocus and dual-LED (dual tone) flash, the Moto G4 Plus comes with a 5-megapixel front, f/2.2 wide-angle and 16-megapixel camera on the rear with f/2.0 aperture, laser and phase detect autofocus.

• The all metal body Moto G5 comes with Fine Gold and Lunar Grey color option, while with the plastic build, the Moto G4 Plus comes with White and Black color option. The G5 Plus has a complete revamp design.

What's your pick? Moto G5 Plus or Moto G4 Plus? Share your thoughts in the comment below!

Motorola Announces the 2017 Moto Gs With Aluminium Body, New Fingerprint sensor

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

Motorola and Lenovo has unveiled the new Moto G family at MWC. Please welcome in the Moto G5, and Moto G5 Plus with a whole new design and aluminium finish.

The Moto G5 (or Moto G 5th gen) sports a 5" Full HD display (1080p), 5MP front camera with f/2.2, 1.4-micron pixels, 13MP rear camera with f/2.0, 1.1-micron pixels, 2800mAh removable battery, Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor, 2GB/3GB RAM, 16/32GB internal storage with SD support and Rapid charging. This one comes with a removable back and battery.

The Moto G5 Plus is the exact same phone as the Moto G5 in terms of design, Specs wise, the G5 Plus features a 5.2 Full HD display (1080p), 12MP Dual Autofocus Pixels camera, 3000mAh battery, Snapdragon 625 octa-core processor, 2/3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB internal storage with SD support and Rapid charging.

The new Fingerprint sensor can be used to navigate, just like Lenovo P2.

Full Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus Specs!

Motorola Moto G5 Plus Official Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

Moto G5 Plus (2017) Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android 7.0 Nougat
Processor	2.0GHz Octa-Core
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 625
GPU	Adreno 506
Body
Dimensions	150.2 x 74 x 7.9mm
Weight	155g
Colors	Silver and Gold
Display
Type	LCD
Screen Size	5.2 inches
Resolution	1080 x 1920 pixels (~424 ppi pixel density)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Memory
Card slot	microSD
Internal	32/64GB (U.S.) 16/32GB (APAC) 32GB (LATAM/EMEA)
RAM	2GB (LATAM) 3GB (EMEA) 3/4GB (APAC)
Camera
Primary	12 MP Dual Autofocus Pixels
Features	f/1.7, 1.4-micron pixels, dual AF pixels
Video	-
Secondary	5 MP
Features	f/2.2, 1.4-micron pixels
Multimedia
3.5mm jack	Yes
Battery and Power
Type	Removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery
Charging	Micro-USB 15W TurboPower charger
Status
Announced	Feb 26, 2017
Status	Announced
Expected Price
US Dollor	$$229
Indian Rs.	Rs. 14,999

Motorola Moto G5 Official Specs

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

Moto G5 (2017) Specification
OS And Hardware
OS	Android 7.0 Nougat
Processor	1.4GHz Octa-Core
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
GPU	Adreno 505
Body
Dimensions	144.3 x 73 x 9.5mm
Weight	145g
Colors	Lunar Grey, Fine Gold
Display
Type	LCD
Screen Size	5.0 inches
Resolution	1080 x 1920 pixels (~441 ppi pixel density)
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Memory
Card slot	microSD
Internal	32GB (LATAM) | 16GB (ROW)
RAM	2 GB (CA, LATAM, IRL, AU, JP, NZ) | 3GB (IN, TR)
Camera
Primary	13 MP
Features	f/2.0, 1.1-micron pixels, PDAF
Secondary	5 MP
Multimedia
3.5mm jack	Yes
Battery and Power
Type	Removable Li-Ion 2800 mAh battery
Status
Announced	26 Feb, 2017
Status	Announced
Expected Price
Euro	€199
Indian Rs.	Rs. 12,999

[Ended] Lenovo Moto MWC 2017 Live Stream!

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

Lenovo and Motorola is announcing Next Generation Moto Gs and new Moto Mods at MWC!

The show is now Live, Watch it here: Comunidad_Lenovo

Update: The stream just ended, although you can watch it again! 

Nokia MWC 2017 Live Stream!

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

The biggest tech show for the year is just moments away from now and we have an iconic brand making its comeback. Nokia, the Finnish company under the leadership of HMD Global is expected to announce a couple of smartphones and a revamped Nokia 3310. 


The show starts at 16:30CET/10:30EST/9:00IST. Excited? 

Huawei P10 and P10 Plus were just announced!

 By Felipe Berhau on February 26, 2017       

Huawei just released a follow-up to last year's P9! The phone improves most specs and the design has evolved, looking very polished now (or should we say iPhone-ish?).

The new P10 comes with a 5.1" full HD screen, paired with Gorilla Glass 5 protection on top. There's a Kirin 960 chip paired with 4GB of RAM, while its dual-cameras on the back will remain as part of the Leica partnership. It's 12MP and 20MP on the back, while it will have 8MP on the front of the device. All of this will be powered by a 3200mAH battery while running Emotion UI on top of Nougat.

The P10 Plus comes with a 5.5" QHD display, the same camera set-up as the P10 though the front-facing one will also be Leica-powered. There's a bigger 3750mAH battery paired with 4GB of RAM. Design will be almost identical on both devices and will come in a variety of colors.

Source

Google announces "Google Assistant" for all Android 6.0 and above devices

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

In what could be called as a surprising news, the Google Assistant is now officially coming for all Android devices running Android 6.0 Marshmallow and Android Nougat with Google Play Services.

The Google Assistant will start rolling out this week for the English users in the U.S., followed by Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom, as well as German speakers in Germany.

Just long press on the Home button or say “Ok Google” to get started!

Source: Google Blog

LG G6 is Official with 5.7-Inch QHD+ Display, Dual Camera, Snapdragon 821 and More

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

LG has finally unwrapped its flagship "G" phone for 2017 today in Barcelona. 

With the LG G6, you get a glass body and a metal frame, a 5.7-inch QHD+ FullVision (2880 x 1440) resolution, wide-angle front camera with 5MP sensor (100°) and dual 13MP rear lenses (71° and 125°), Snapdragon 821 processor paired with Adreno 530 GPU, 4GB of RAM and 32GB storage. The phone runs Android 7.0 Nougat with LG's UX 6.0 UI on the top, it is powered by 3300mAh battery which supports Wireless charging.

The LG G6 and G5 have almost similar body dimensions, with G6 having taller and narrower screen with 18:9 ratio, tiny bezels and non-modular design.

The G6 is the first LG's "G" smartphone to come with dust, water resistant, and a proprietary heat dissipation technology.

Update: Here's LG G6 Official Video-

Will you buy a new G6? Let us know in comments!

These are 2017 Sony Xperia Smartphones!

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 26, 2017       

We're just a few days away from new phones for 2017, but thanks to multiple leaks and rumors, we already know what the upcoming devices are going to look like.

Sony is expected to announce two presumably Xperia handsets by the model number G3112 and G3121 at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2017 on February 27th.



Now, the latest leaked image by Evan Blass (@evleaks) shows the upcoming Sony Xperia Smartphones in fully glory!

The above image shows different 2017 Sony Smartphones in different colors and design, which looks absolutely stunning. Other than that, we don't have any information regarding Specifications and naming of these devices. 

Blackberry 'KEYone', the So-Called Blackberry Mercury Goes Official With Snapdragon 625 and 3GB of RAM

 By Unknown on February 26, 2017       

Blackberry, the TCL-owned company launched their much anticipated Blackberry KEYone, the so-called Blackberry Mercury at the just started MWC 2017 event. 

The Blackberry KEYone was earlier showcased at the CES 2017 event at the start of 2017, but the company chose not to reveal the specs of the phone. And now, the company made the specs of the phone official. 

The Blackberry KEYone comes with a 4.5-inch Full HD screen, coupled with the mid-range Snapdragon 625 SoC and 3GB of RAM. 

Camera-wise, the Blackberry KEYone features the same camera setup as seen on Google Pixel phones with a 12MP sensor at the rear and 8MP one at the front of the phone. 

The phone is armed with a 3505mAh battery, which also has support for QuickCharge 3.0 tech. The Blackberry KEYone has a keyboard and runs Android 7.1 Nougat. 

The phone will retail with a price tag of $549 from April 2017. 

Get Pixel-Like Navigation Keys on any Android Smartphone (No Root)

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 25, 2017       

Google's Pixel and Pixel XL runs custom version of Android with some exclusive features including a new set of navigation keys.

The Pixel key layout uses a solid triangle (back), circle (home) and square (recent apps) for the three main Android keys, with the home key having a white border around it. 



You can get Pixel-Like Navigation Keys to your non-Pixel Phone with an app called Pixbar. Pixbar modifies your device's navigation bar to have solid buttons. Currently, you can only use this application on Smartphone with Stock buttons (Nexus, Motorola or Android One). 

Screenshots

You can purchase this application just for 0.99$ on Google Play, it doesn't require a rooted Smartphone.

Via: Droid-Life

Nokia is Expected to Bring their Smartphones to these Countries First

 By Unknown on February 25, 2017       

The biggest tech show for the year is just moments away from now and we have an iconic brand making its comeback. Nokia, the Finnish company under the leadership of HMD Global is expected to announce a couple of smartphones and a revamped Nokia 3310.

But the big question till date is: Which all countries will we get to see Nokia phones first? Well, this might be the answer. HMD Global has taken their official site live in some countries. 



If that wasn't enough, the company even made the regional languages live and here are the markets, which might see the launch of Nokia phones very first: Taiwan, Russia, India, Spain, France, Germany, UK, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Philippines, Poland, South Africa, Finland, Vietnam, and the Ukraine.

SOURCE

Verizon's Motorola DROID Turbo 2 is now receiving Android 7.0 Nougat

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 25, 2017       

World's first Shatterproof Smartphone is now receiving the sweetest Android update!

Verizon Wireless has now started rolling out Android 7.0 Nougat update for the Motorola DROID Turbo 2. Along with Nougat sweetness, the update also features bug fixes, performance improvement and December Security patch.



Screenshots:

Source: Verizon | Via: Motorola-fans

Nexus 6P gets Android 7.1.2 Beta

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 25, 2017       

Last month, Google announced Android 7.1.2 Beta for selected Nexus and Pixel Devices, although the Nexus 6P wasn't on the list , but did Google said 6P will get the update "soon."

Now, If you're using the Nexus 6P and has enrolled in the beta program, you should be getting a new update of size 1.293GB which comes with the requisite bug fixes and performance improvements. The build is NPG05F.

via: Androidcentral

Really Blue Variant of Google Pixel Now Available for Purchase in UK via EE

 By Unknown on February 24, 2017       

Google's Pixel phones was the first attempt from the company to take on Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxies. However, the company succeeded this my producing a good smartphone, but doesn't able to keep the demand. 

Yes, several people from various countries across the world is complaining about the availability of Google Pixel phones in stock. In that scenario, getting a limited edition Really Blue variant of the Pixel is a fool's errand. 

But, here's something to cheer about Pixel lovers in the United Kingdom as the Really Blue color variant of the phone goes on sale from the e-commerce site, EE, where they are selling the 32GB variant of the phone for $40.99 with two year contract period. 

Head over to Shop.EE and get a Really Blue variant of the Pixel right away. 

Bluetooth Bug Fix Will Be Coming Soon to the Google Pixel

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 24, 2017       

The latest security update of February might have broke something related to Bluetooth files in the Google Pixel and Pixel XL, apparently causing the Bluetooth to turn off automatically without any signs, however, it can be turned on manually again, but that's annoying.



After numerous reports submitted by Pixel Users , Google has now acknowledged the issue and is said to be working on the fix.

Thank you all for your detailed feedback, and to those that submitted bug reports. It has been extremely helpful. The team has identified a fix, and it will be rolling out in an upcoming release. I'll keep you all posted with any other details!

We expect Google to release Bluetooth Bug fix update along with March's Security Patch.

Source: Google

Nokia 6 Goes on Sale in Philippines via e-Commerce Site Widgetcity

 By Unknown on February 24, 2017       

Nokia 6, the smartphone which marked the Finnish company's return has been successful till date. However, Nokia's parent company, HMD Global decided to not let the phone go out of Chinese market due to some obvious reasons. 

But, Nokia 6 has been seen selling on various countries unofficially including Ebay India, who was selling the phone for a whopping price of Rs. 33,000. And that's not going to stop.

Now, Philippines e-commerce site, Widgetcity has listed the Nokia 6 for 17,999 Philippine Peso, which converts to Rs. 23,887 ($358.57), which is a very high price considering the specifications of the phone. 

Yes, the Nokia 6 is considered to be an entry-level smartphone in terms of specifications with Snapdragon 430 SoC and 3GB of RAM. That said, if you're from Philippines and want to get your hands on a Nokia 6, head over to Widgetcity now and purchase the device right away. 

Do make a note that the phone is being sold in the country unofficially. So, there won't be any after-sales support though. 

[Update] Account Action Required: People getting signed out of Google Play Services

 By Vaibhav Jain on February 24, 2017       

Account Action Required: There's been a change to your Google Account. For your security, sign in again

You might already have got a notification saying "Account Action Required". Well, It's not just you, Lots of people are reporting getting signed out of Google Play Services.

We have no idea what's going on, but a Google employee have replied to this issue:

We've gotten reports about some users being signed out of their accounts unexpectedly. We're investigating, but not to worry: there is no indication that this is connected to any phishing or account security threats.

Please try to sign-in again at accounts.google.com and if you cannot remember your password, please use this link (g.co/recover) to recover your password. If you use 2-Step Verification, there may have been a delay in receiving your SMS code. Please try again or use backup codes.

Got Signed out of Google Play Services? Is this phishing? Or a Glitch? Discuss below and Share your thoughts

Update 1:

We know some of you had issues signing in today. Please try again now. Rest easy -- your account's security was not affected.

— Google (@Google) February 24, 2017