Motorola teases Moto C Plus India launch

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 12, 2017       

Motorola has revealed that it will be soon launching its Moto C Plus smartphone in India. The company also tweeted a teaser of the smartphone with tag - "Yes, it has got everything that you crave for! Yes, it is THAT cool."

The Motorola Moto C and Moto C Plus were first announced online via Motorola's own blog, Motorola has already launched the Moto C in India at Rs. 5,999. The same is available at leading offline retailers across over 100 cities in India.

The Moto C sports a 5" WFVGA display (854 x 480) resolution, 2MP front camera with selfie flash, 5 rear camera with LED flash, 2350mAh battery, Quad-core processor, 1GB RAM, 16GB internal storage. The device is available in Pearl White and Starry Black color options.

The Moto C Plus is the exact same phone as the Moto C in terms of design and color options, Specs wise, the C Plus features a 5" 720p panel (1280 x 720), 8MP rear camera, 4000mAh battery, Quad core CPU, 1GB RAM, 16GB internal storage with dual SIM support.

For now, there's no information regarding when and for how much Motorola will launch the Moto C Plus. However, just like the Moto C, the Moto C Plus will also be available offline.

Via: Moto_Ind

Motorola begins Android 7.1.1 Nougat soak test on the Moto Z

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 12, 2017       

The last time we updated you on the status of the Moto Z Play Android 7.1.1 Nougat update, we told you that Motorola has already started pushing the update for a few users in Brazil and India. 

Now, Motorola has started testing the Android 7.1.1 Nougat on the Standard Moto Z via Soak test. Those who were accepted for the Soak test are starting to receive the update, which is indeed Android 7.1.1 Nougat. The system version is NPL.26.107, for those keeping track.

The Android 7.1.1 update for Motorola devices brings brand new icons for Motorola's system apps, It features the latest June 1, 2017 Android security patch. Motorola also adds Video calling Duo application, Moto Mods v2.0, Stability improvements other interesting features along with Android 7.1.1 Nougat goodies.

Assuming the test rolls out smoothly, those of us not in the test could see the update within a week or two. As we know more, we’ll be sure to pass new info along.





Thanks Leonardo Vinicius!

OnePlus' Product Manager defends OnePlus 5 design, says you can't judge the design and build quality of a smartphone just on the basis of its renders

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 11, 2017       

As you all know, OnePlus is hosting an event on June 20 to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. OnePlus will also hold pop-up events starting June 20 in different countries, where users will be able to grab the OnePlus 5 and some exclusive stuffs.


The design of the OnePlus 5 is no longer a mystery, as the company has officially revealed the render of this upcoming beast! The Smartphone do looks similar to the iPhone 7 Plus, but before criticizing the design, you should wait to see it in the real life.

Recently, OnePlus Product Manager responded to a question on Zhihu (Chinese question-and-answer website, similar to Quora) about the OnePlus 5's design. Obsessed with the design criticism, he defended the design of the Smartphone with multiple points.

One cannot simply judge the design and build quality of a smartphone just on the basis of its renders. Remember when the OnePlus 3 was leaked via TENNA before launch? Everyone on the internet called the design as ugly and boring. But after the release? Everyone who got their hands on the OnePlus 3 were impressed with the design and build.

He also states that the recent renders of the OnePlus 5 cannot define the quality of the phone or its workmanship. You will be able to compare the OnePlus 5 and other similar looking Smartphones only after holding them in your hands.

Thoughts?

Via | Source

Twitter 7.0 Beta adds new round UI, revamps icons, and more

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 10, 2017       

A new update is now available for Twitter beta testers and surprisingly this update revamps the whole UI, rounding everything.

The update is available only for Twitter 7.0 (Beta) through a server-side change. So, it might take a few hours for beta testers to get the new twitter UI.

With this new update, icons are more rounded, increased font size, there's a new retweet icon, profile pictures are circles now, the header photo is gone from the menu, it also rearranges the options in the menu. The new UI looks pretty good, you can easily opt in for twitter Beta by following the below steps.

• Join this Google Group.

• Visit this link and click "Become a Tester" to opt into the program.

• Click "Download Twitter from the Play Store" to update your app

Screenshot: Reddit

OnePlus 5 leak hints at 2 variants with 6GB, 8GB RAM

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 10, 2017       

As you all know, OnePlus is hosting an event on June 20 to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. OnePlus will also hold pop-up events starting June 20 in different countries, where users will be able to grab the OnePlus 5 and some exclusive stuffs.


The design of the OnePlus 5 is no longer a mystery, as the company has officially revealed the render of this upcoming beast! The Smartphone looks similar to the iPhone 7 Plus and is confirmed to feature Snapdragon 835 processor.

Now, the OnePlus 5 has been spotted in GeekBench benchmark listing confirming the 8GB RAM option. Moreover, the 8GB RAM variant was also spotted earlier at Amazon India landing page's source code. 

Additionally, the earlier AnTuTu benchmark listing suggests that there might be a 6GB RAM model of the OnePlus 5 as well. If the leaks are believed to be true, then the OnePlus 5 might come in two variants, 6GB RAM/64GB ROM and 8GB RAM/128GB ROM.

Source: Geekbench | AnTuTu

Motorola sends out invites for June 21st event, likely for new phone

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 10, 2017       

After announcing the Moto Z2 Play this month, Motorola is all set to launch another new Smartphone on June 21 at an event in Brazil.

As per reports Motorola has sent out media invites for the event to be held in Brazil on 21.06.17 at 19h. However, there is nothing revealed on what Motorola will launch at the event.

However, the teaser shows the image of Moto G5 looking Smartphone, which is an indication that Motorola will probably announce the Moto E4 series or Moto GS series. That said, We will let you know once more information is available.

Via

Moto G4 and Moto G5 Vulnerable to Root Shell Attacks, Patch in May's Security Update

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 09, 2017       

Discovered by Aleph Research, the Moto G5 and the Moto G4 is vulnerable to a kernel command-line injection attack. This initroot attack vulnerability was first discovered inside the Nexus 6.


According to the reports, Android Bootloader (ABOOT) on the Moto G4, Moto G5, and other possible Motorola devices were vulnerable to the same attack that they announced for the Nexus 6 (CVE-2016-10277).

As explained by XDA developers, this whole process allows the attacker to inject a parameter (named initrd) which is able to force the Linux kernel to populate initramfs into rootfs from a specified physical address. The attack also allows an attacker to abuse the download function in ABOOT to put a malicious initramfs at a known physical address. Moreover, the attacker is able to gain an unrestricted root shell.

However, Google has patched this issue in May’s security update. OTA updates of May Android patch is already available for a few Moto Z Play and Moto Z Smartphones. We will let you know once the update is out for the Moto G4, Moto G5, and other Motorola devices.

Via: XDA Developers | Source: Aleph Research

Google Pixel XL 2 Leaks: 5.6-inch Display with 18:9 aspect ratio and more!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 09, 2017       

Alright Guys! There's no denying the fact that Google has already started working on next generation Pixel Smartphones. Already there are couple of leaks speculating the codenames of the phones- walleye, muskie, and taimen.

As spotted by Roland Quandt of Winfuture, the 2017 Google Pixel XL under codename muskie has appeared in the GFXBench revealing most of the specification of the Smartphone.


Starting with the display, the Pixel XL 2 will feature a 5.6" 2560 x 1312 Screen resolution. The device could join the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the LG G6 with an unusual 18:9 aspect ratio. The leak also reveals that the device will be powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM and 128GB Internal Storage.

As far as the camera is concerned, the Pixel XL 2 will feature a 12MP Rear Camera, we don't have any info whether the camera is a Dual or Single. There's going to be a 8MP front-facing shooter and It will support 4K Video recording as well. The Google Pixel 2 is expected to come with a much improved camera hardware with the key focus on enhancing the low-light photography. 

The device will feature almost all the sensors except altimeter (altitude meter) and heart rate sensor. You will find the latest bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and Android 7.1.1 or Android 8.0 (if released) out of the box. Speculations are also such that the Pixel 2 is reported to ditch the 3.5mm audio jack. All said, we now have the upcoming Pixel XL phone specs confirmed. 

Thoughts?

Via: Winfuture | Source: GFXBench

Android O Developer Preview 3 now Available for Pixel and Nexus Phones

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 09, 2017       

The Android O Developer Preview 3 Factory Images are now available for the Nexus and Pixel Smartphones. For those not in the Android Beta Program, have to flash the firmware manually.

The new Android O Developer preview 3 has build OPP3.170518.006 for the Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel C, and Nexus Player. You can download the Factory Images from the link below.

Android O Preview 3 Images | Release Notes

Grab the Moto Z2 Play Wallpaper here!

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 09, 2017       

The Moto Z2 Play was officially unveiled by Motorola at a press event this month, so as is the case shortly after these get-togethers, the wallpapers from the device are now in the wild.

You can download the below wallpaper. To do so, simply right-click on the Image, select open link in new tab, save it to your PC or Smartphone.

Google now lists expiry dates for Nexus and Pixel Telephone, Online support

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 09, 2017       

We already know that approximate length of Nexus and Pixel Devices to get Android software updates is 18 months and Security Patch is 3 years after available on the Google store and Google already made this clear by providing the exact end-of-life (EOL) dates.


Now, Google has updated its Android updates page to clarify how long they will support both Nexus and Pixel devices with telephone and online support.The Pixel and Pixel XL will be getting Online and Telephone support until October 2019 and so (three years after their initial launch), Nexus 6P or Nexus 5X until September 2018, and Nexus 9 or Nexus 6, until October 2017.

Via: Google Support

OnePlus 3 vs OnePlus 5 - Audio Quality Comparison

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 08, 2017       

OnePlus has officially revealed the design of the OnePlus 5, the Smartphone do looks stunning with horizontally placed dual cameras and has a slimmer body than it's predecessor.

The company has posted a new video Comparing the Audio Quality of the OnePlus 3 and the OnePlus 5 during a video capture. Have a look-

It's Official: The OnePlus 5 is an iPhone 7 Plus that runs Android!

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 08, 2017       

As you all know, OnePlus is hosting an event on June 22 to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. OnePlus will also hold pop-up events starting June 20 in different countries, where users will be able to grab the OnePlus 5 and some exclusive stuffs.


Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, It's now official that the OnePlus 5 will be having a similar design like the iPhone 7 Plus. OnePlus has officially shared the photo you are seeing below.

The smartphone looks slimmer than it's predecessor and features a horizontal dual-camera setup with a LED flash. This is probably the best placement for dual cameras, if you ask me. 

Apart from the iPhonish design, the OnePlus 5 is confirmed to sport a Snapdragon 835 processor with 8GB RAM. Going with previous rumors, the device may come with water and dust resistant feature, Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Oxygen/Hydrogen OS on the top. 

Moto Z2 Play launched in India, Reserve Now for ₹27,999

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 08, 2017       

Lenovo-owned Motorola, today announced the Moto Z2 Play in India at a price of Rs. 27,999. The phone will be available both online at Flipkart and offline at various retail outlets and only the 4GB of RAM variant is launched in India, clubbed with 64GB of internal storage. 


Specs wise, the Moto Z2 Play offers a 5.5-inch FHD display with increased brightness levels. You get the Snapdragon 626 with 3GB/4GB of RAM and 64GB onboard storage. The device also has a 12MP Dual Pixel camera at the back along with an 5MP snapper at the front with dual-tone LED flashlight. And yes, a 3000mAh battery.

The Moto Z2 Play features just 5.9mm thickness, and it comes with the aluminium body rather than the glass one seen on Moto Z Play. Also, the Z2 Play will have the camera bump at the back, for all the Moto Mods

Along with the Moto Z2 Play, the company also announced new Moto Mods, including the JBL Speaker 2, which comes in Red, Black and Blue colors, new Power Pack and Style Shells. Motorola also confirms that the Gamepad Mod project is alive and will be coming sooner or later this year.

Pre-order Moto Z2 Play (Flipkart) | Find out offline retailers

Moto Z and Moto Z Play gets new software update with Moto Mods v1.6

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 07, 2017       

The Moto Z and Moto Z Play Smartphones are now getting a new Software update with latest security patches and improvements. 

Here's the Motorola's changelog for this update

• Android Security : Includes the updates of Android security patches until May 1st 2017 

• Moto Mods™: Updates the Moto Mods platform to the version 1.6.

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.

Via: Motorola | Motorola-Fans

Moto E4 and Moto E4 Plus leaks in Clear Renders

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 07, 2017       

Recently Motorola announced the Ultra-budget Moto C and the Moto C Plus Smartphones. Both the devices comes in a variety of colors, super affordable price and targets first time Smartphone buyers.

Well, if you are waiting for a Smartphone of price segment between the Moto C and the Moto G5, then the upcoming Moto E4 and Moto E4 Plus is for you.



Reliable tipster, Roland Quandt has leaked the renders of the devices and they look similar to each other with new eye catchy design. The Moto E4 and Moto E4 Plus will be released in three colour options- blue, grey and gold. And they will be separated by the screen size and battery capacity. 

Moto E4 Plus

Moto E4

The Moto E4 Plus will feature a larger 5.5-inch display, while the E4 will get a 5-inch screen. Both the screens are 720p panels. 

Also, the interesting suggestion is that the Moto E4 and E4 Plus with the same MediaTek MT6737M chip, paired with 2GB of RAM on both phones. The E4 Plus might be released in 3GB variant as well. Well, both of them will have 16GB of base storage variant. 

The primary camera on the E4 Plus will be of 13MP, while the E4 will get only an 8MP camera. Also, the front-facing camera on both phones will be of 5MP. 

Earlier rumors suggested that the E4 Plus will have a beefy 5000mAh battery and the E4 will have a smaller 2800mAh battery. The E4 and E4 Plus will run Android 7.1.1 Nougat. Rumors says that the Moto E4 will cost €150 (approximately $165) and the E4 Plus will cost €190 (approximately $207).

Source 1 | 2

May 2017 Security update for OnePlus 3/3T also fix VoLTE issue on certain Jio SIM cards

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 07, 2017       

Recently OnePlus announced that they will be updating the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T to the Android O, when available. The company also revealed that the OnePlus 3T will get discontinued later this year.

OnePlus has now started pushing OxygenOS 4.1.5 based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat update for the OnePlus 3/3T. Unlike the previous update which focused on adding new features, the new update fixes various bug fixes caused in the last update. For example, the VoLTE issue on certain Jio SIM cards has been fixed in this update. 

Furthermore, the update also says optimised power consumption, which means that the devices will deliver better battery life. Take a look at the complete changelog of the update below:

New additions:
• Added system push notifications for important information from OnePlus

Updates:
• Updated network settings for select carriers
• Updated OnePlus Community app to v1.8
• Updated Android Security Patch level to 1st May 2017
• Modified WiFi no internet indication icon

Bug fixes:
• Fixed storage issue present on 3rd party file managers
• Fixed VoLTE issue on certain Jio SIM cards
• Fixed connection issue on Android Auto

Optimizations:
• Battery
• WiFi, Bluetooth and GPS
• Proximity sensor
• Camera low light focus
• Expanded screenshot

Other changes:

• Enhanced system stability

The update is slowly rolling out in all the countries, but it will take some time to reach your smartphone. Also, you will receive the update only if you're in the Open beta program previously. 

These Renders Show the OnePlus 5 In All Its Glory

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 07, 2017       

As you all know, OnePlus is hosting an event on June 22 to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. OnePlus will also hold pop-up events starting June 20 in different countries, where users will be able to grab the OnePlus 5 and some exclusive stuffs.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, we now have new high-quality photos and confirmed design of the OnePlus's stunning new OnePlus 5 smartphone.

From the above image, it is pretty much clear that OnePlus 5 will sport a horizontally placed dual camera setup, which is the first time we see it from OnePlus. It will be having tiny side bezels to the front.

Apart from the iPhonish design, the OnePlus 5 is confirmed to sport a Snapdragon 835 processor. Going with previous rumors, the device may come with 8GB of RAM, water and dust resistance, Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Oxygen/Hydrogen OS on the top. 

Another set of renders suggest that the OnePlus 5 might come in Black, Blue, Green, Purple and Red color options.

Source: AndroidPolice | Weibo

OnePlus 5 New Renders Gives a Clear Idea of the Design

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 06, 2017       

The entire world is looking for next OnePlus flagship phone which is the OnePlus 5 to release on June 20 during a live keynote. And leaks about the phone are keeping you at bay.

Rumors are making rounds over the internet regarding the upcoming flagship phone from the company, but until now we haven't seen a clear look at the phones. But, that's going to change today, thanks to Kumamoto Technology (Weibo) for sharing the clear design of the OnePlus 5.

Looking at the images, it is pretty much clear that OnePlus 5 will sport a horizontally placed dual camera setup, which is the first time we see it from OnePlus. The OnePlus 5 will sport a 5.5-inch display. 

At the heart of the phone, there will be a Snapdragon 835 SoC coupled with 6GB/8GB of RAM options. The device will feature 1440 x 2560 resolution with almost bezel-less display, dual rear camera, water and dust resistant features.

The phone will use a USB Type-C port and will have a front-facing fingerprint sensor. With a new technology, OnePlus plans to charge the device to 50% in just 30 minutes.

Source: Weibo

It's Official: OnePlus 5 to be unveiled on June 20

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 06, 2017       

As expected, the much anticipated device of the year 2017 "OnePlus 5" will go official on Tuesday, June 20.

The company will reveal the smartphone via an online keynote, which will kick off at 9 p.m. IST/12 p.m. EDT on OnePlus's official website.

OnePlus will also hold pop-up events starting June 20 in different countries, where users will be able to grab the OnePlus 5 and some exclusive stuffs.

Previous rumors suggest that the OnePlus 5 will come with Snapdragon 835 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 1440 x 2560 resolution with almost bezel-less display, dual rear camera, water and dust resistant features.

Samsung's Note 8 Design LEAKS, Reveals Narrow Display Angles

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 06, 2017       

Samsung's newest smartphones, the Galaxy S8 and S8+ are the best smartphones ever in terms of design. While the Galaxy S9 is away for a year, the focus is shifted towards the middle smartphone Galaxy Note 8, which is also said to feature the same design language as S8 and S8+. 


The phone is just few months away from now, but rumors are already flooding in, and today, Poyoco Tech has designed a new concept render of the Galaxy Note 8 indicating that the upcoming phablet will feature significantly narrower display angles to those found on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus.

The leak also reveals that the Galaxy Note 8 will feature a vertically arranged dual camera setup with dual tone LED flash. The device looks a lot similar to the S8 and S8+, but the bezels are squared off to make it look more gorgeous.

Speculations are rife that the phone will feature a 6.4-inch QHD+ display, Snapdragon 835 SoC, 6GB RAM, IRIS Scanner, Dual rear camera, and 4000mAh battery. The release might happen in August 2017, going by Samsung's tradition. 

Source: PoyocoTech | Ice Universe | Via: AndroidHeadlines

Check out the Short clips taken by Essential's 360-degree camera

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 06, 2017       

Andy Rubin’s Essential smartphone is not completely Bezel-less, but it do looks stunning and with top-notch specs the devices matches the standards of the 2017 flagships.

The attraction for the Essential PH-1 Phone is at the back where the magnetic connectors lie. With the help of these magnetic pins, you can connect additional devices. For now, there's a 360-degree camera that has two 12MP lenses. The so-called modular 360-degree camera costs $199. 


Here are some Short clips taken with the Essential 360-degree camera module- 

Verizon Droid Turbo 2 gets new Software Update with latest security patches

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 06, 2017       

The Moto Droid Turbo 2 has now started receiving a new software update with the latest Security Patches, bug fixes and Stability improvement in the US on Verizon's network. The update arrives as software version 25.201.6.kinzie_verizon.verizon.en.US. Note that the device still runs on Android 7.0 Nougat.


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

Source: Verizon

June's Factory Images and OTA files are now Available for Nexus and Pixel Devices

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 05, 2017       

Every month, Google posts a new security update for the Nexus and Pixel line of devices. The Android security update for June 2017 are already live for a number of devices.

Google has posted both the OTA’s and the factory images for the selected Nexus or Pixel devices. The supported devices includes Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus 6, Nexus 9, Nexus Player, Pixel C, Pixel and Pixel XL. 

For now, we have May Security Firmware files based on Android 7.1.2 Nougat for the Pixel and Pixel XL (NHG47N, NJH34C, NJH47B, NKG47L), Pixel C (N2G47W), Nexus 6P (N2G47W), Nexus 5X (N2G47W), and Nexus Player (N2G47X). 

Nexus 6 (N6F27E) and Nexus 9 (N9F27C, N4F27E) gets May security patch based on Android 7.1.1.

Note that for the Google Pixel, NHG47N is for Verizon models, NJH34C is for Deutsche Telekom, NKG47L is for T-Mobile, Fi users, and Rogers, while NJH47B is for everyone else.

You can grab Factory Image or OTA file at the links below. 

Links: Factory Image | OTA File

Download: 6 Wallpapers From the OnePlus 5

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 05, 2017       

The OnePlus 5 is one of the most anticipated devices of 2017 and is expected to fill the success of OnePlus 3 and 3T. Expected to come with mouth watering specifications, the phone will give a tough competition to Samsung Galaxy S8 series and Xiaomi Mi 6. 


According to the latest reports, OnePlus might launch the OnePlus 5 during a press conference in Beijing, China on June 20th. Earlier today, OnePlus's CEO teased the first Homescreen Photo of the OnePlus 5 with a brand new wallpaper.

Thanks to ZeevoX (OnePlus forum member) you can now grab the OnePlus 5's wallpapers from below. To do so, simply right-click on the one you like, select open link in new tab, save it to your PC or Smartphone. You can also download all of them from Google drive.

Drive Link | OnePlus 5 Wallpapers

Via: Droidvendor