Latest MIUI 9 screenshots are fake, Launch date revealed!

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 07, 2017       

Yesterday, we saw many websites reporting the news that Xiaomi VP has shared/revealed the upcoming MIUI 9 screenshots on Weibo. Well, the screenshots were actually from Official Geometric theme series by Xiaomi and Xiaomi's product manager just wanted to collect feedback from users about their thoughts on MIUI 9's upcoming design.

Here's Xiaomi's Official statement on this: Our product manager of MIUI shared a screenshot on Weibo recently. The main purpose is to collect feedback from the users about their thoughts about MIUI 9's upcoming design. He clearly mentioned that the screenshot attached is one of the themes made by MIUI. However, some tech sites misreport it as leaked screenshot of MIUI 9

Additionally, Xiaomi has also revealed the launch date of the MIUI 9. According to the reports, MIUI 9 is indeed coming soon and likely to arrive before 16 August 2017. 

Earlier reports says that Xiaomi has already started testing the MIUI 9 based on Android 7.0 Nougat. The new UI will reportedly come with Split-screen and other amazing features. That said, Don't get spun by Internet rumors.

Moto G4 Play is Getting New Update, No It's not Nougat!

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 07, 2017       

Just a few days ago we reported that the selected Moto G4 Play devices on Motorola Feedback Network (MFN) are receiving Android 7.1.1 Nougat update.

However, Motorola is now pushing a new software update for the Moto G4 Play in India with Build no. MPIS24.241-2.47-14 and it weighs in at around 30MB. Note that the device still remains on Android Marshmallow.

The update only contains May 2017 security patch, and it doesn't bring any new features whatsoever. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Nougat 7.1.1, which is already available for few Moto devices.

The update is already rolling out to the users of  Moto G4 Play in India and Brazil. If you did not receive the update wait for few days or try checking for it manually by heading over to system updates section in the Settings app. Make sure you've at least 50 percent juice left on your phone before updating it.

Motorola sends out invites for July 25th event, likely for new phone

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 07, 2017       

After announcing the Moto Z2 Play, Moto C, and Moto E4 last month, Motorola is all set to launch new devices on July 25th at an event in New York City.

As per reports Motorola has sent out media invites for the event to be held in NYC saying “you won’t want to miss this.”. However, there is nothing revealed on what Motorola will launch at the event.

However, Motorola is might announce the Moto X4 or maybe Moto Z2/ Z2 Force. That said, We will let you know once more information is available.

Via: The Verge

Fan Creates Amazing Landing Page Concept for the Nokia 3310

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 06, 2017       

Nokia has sold 126 million of its classic 3310 phone since it was first launched back in September, 2000. Earlier this year, the iconic brand made a nostalgic return in the form of a more modern variant, the Nokia 3310 (2017).

Specs wise, the Nokia 3310 runs Nokia’s Series 30+ software, with a 2.4-inch QVGA display, a 2-megapixel camera, and even a microSD slot.

There have been a lot of Nokia 3310 concept from the time of the announcement until now, but the fans may have saved the best for last. Surja Sen Das Raj and UInugget has made a concept which we all wanted to see in the Nokia 3310 product Landing page.

This eye-catching concept do lives up to every Nokia Fan Expectations. The concept maker also thanks Nokia for making such a great comeback!

Check full Concept: Behance

Nokia 8 poster surfaces online, to feature iris scanner

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 06, 2017       

HMD has already launched the Low-to-Mid-tier Nokia Android Smartphones with Nokia 3, Nokia 5, and Nokia 6. The company claims that the Nokia Phones will reach Customer's Hands by the end of July.

Today, HMD has confirmed that they will be launching a dual-camera Smartphone with Zeiss sensor and its staying premium. That said, the rumors are piling up around the Nokia 9 or Nokia 8 that might be unveiled this summer.

However, according to the latest leak, which recently originated in China, suggest that we may not see a Nokia 9 this year, as HMD is working on the Premium Smartphone that will be called the Nokia 8.

Additionally, the Nokia 8 might sport Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4/6GB RAM, 64GB Internal Storage and a 5.3-inch QHD display. It is rumored to feature an Iris Scanner and a dual 13 megapixel Camera on the back.

We also have few poster leaks showing off the Nokia 8 from different angles. As you can see in the below Images, the Nokia 8 might come in 4 different color options with almost bezel-less display.