October Factory Images and OTA files are now Available for Nexus and Pixel Devices

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

Every month, Google posts a new security update for the Nexus and Pixel line of devices. The Android security update for October 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, Pixel C, Pixel and Pixel XL.

For now, we have October Security Firmware files based on Android 8.0.0 Oreo for the Pixel and Pixel XL (OPR1.170623.027, OPR3.170623.008), Pixel C (OPR1.170623.027), Nexus 6P (OPR5.170623.007), Nexus 5X (OPR4.170623.009).

Nexus 6 (N6F27M, NGI77B) and Nexus 9 (N4F27P, N9F27M) gets October security patch based on Android 7.1.1.

Note that for the Google Pixel, OPR1.170623.027 is for Project Fi and Canad, while OPR3.170623.008 is for everyone else.

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

Links: Factory Image | OTA File

New render give us our best look yet at Pixel 2 XL

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

As you all know, Google is hosting an event on October 4 to show off its new hardware to take us through 2017. We are expecting Google's 2017 flagship phones called Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Google Home and Daydream.

Following a series of leaks that we shared with you earlier, Thanks to Evan Blass, we now have new high-quality photos of Google's stunning new Pixel 2 XL smartphone.

The LG-made Pixel 2 XL will come in a Black White and Just Black color options. It will be available with 64GB or 128GB storage. The 64GB model will cost $849, while the 128GB model will jump to $949. You'll also get financing option. The 64GB Pixel 2 XL will cost $35.38/mo over 24 months and the 128GB version will jump to $39.54/mo.

Pixel XL will feature a 5.99-inch display (18:9) with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, Snapdragon 835 processor coupled with 4GB RAM. There's going to be a 12MP Rear shooter with f1.8 (OIS/EIS) and 8MP Shooter to the front. Read full Pixel 2 XL Specs

Source: Evan Blass

Nokia 9 New Color Leaks!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

Nokia is all set to reveal its trump card, the Nokia 9 with almost Bezel-less display, dual camera, and other 2017 flagship features. We have already seen the Sketch Renders of the Nokia 9 in Orange Gold Color, but today we have another Color leak of the Nokia 9.

As you can see in the above Sketch (Sort of), the Nokia 9 looks gorgeous in Stunning Blue with bent display just like what we've seen in the Galaxy Note Edge. The device looks promising with tiny top and bottom chin.

One thing that is worth noticing is that the Nokia 9 will be having rear fingerprint sensor instead of front fingerprint+home buttons, which can be found in previous Nokia Smartphones including the Nokia 3, Nokia 5, Nokia 6 and Nokia 8.

This leaked design is very likely going to be the real deal, as it came from trusted Nokia leaker Nokibar. That said, Nokia is expected to reveal the Nokia 9 along with the Nokia 2 later this year.

Recently Nokia announced the Nokia 8 with Outdated 5.3-inch QHD IPS display with huge chin and top bezels. It is powered by the Snapdragon 835 SoC, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage. The phone comes dual rear cameras with Zeiss Optics, Splashproof (IP54), OZO 360-degree Audio, and includes USB Type-C port, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC. The phone runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

Nokia 9 is going to be the same as the Nokia 8 in terms of Specs. However, the devices will differ in terms of design. Yes, the Nokia 9 is going to be much more expensive than the Nokia 8. Thoughts?

Source: Baidu

Huawei Announces Nova 2i with FullView Display

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

Huawei today announced the Nova 2i with 5.9-inch FullView (18:9) display and 1080 x 2160 Full HD+ resolution. It is powered by HiSilicon’s Kirin 659 octa-core processor, 4GB RAM, and 64GB Internal Storage which can be expended up to 128GB with a microSD card.

Talking about the Camera, the Nova 2i  features dual rear and dual front facing shooters. The rear dual-camera setup features a 16MP sensor and a 2MP  sensor for capturing depth of field information so you can adjust the focus after shooting and also add a variety of bokeh effects. You'll find 13MP + 2MP to the front.

Design wise the device looks identical to many other Smartphones. There's nothing special about this device apart from the 18:9 Screen Ratio which Huawei calls FullView Display. The fingerprint sensor can be found below the camera.

Powered with a 3340mAh battery, the device do not support fast charging. It comes with the Android 7.0 Nougat operating system with the company’s EMUI 5.1 custom UI layer running on top. It will be available in Black, Blue, and Gold colors. Thoughts?

[Update] Custom Moto Z Style Shell and Battery Mod now Officially available in China

 By Vaibhav Jain on October 02, 2017       

Motorola's Modular smartphones were a huge hit and are still going good in markets such as the Europe, UK, and the US. Motorola has opened the Moto Mods building concept to third-party developers, and various Kickstarter Moto Mods arrived last year with unique capabilities.

Motorola has now launched its wide-range of Custom Moto Style Mod for the Moto Z family in China. That said, if you're not satisfied with the current Motorola Style Mods, you can get these Custom ones starting at ¥ 129.

The price may seem to be steep for a Style Mod, but these are worth checking out. The Custom Mods will change the entire look of your Moto Z/Moto Z Force/Moto Z Play.

Having said that, you can customize these Style Shells with tons of available design. Right now, there are five styles available- Artists, Exotic, Moto, Pop Art, and Simple. Out of the five, the Simple and Exotic looks slick.

If you're a resident of China, you can purchase the Mods by visiting here.

Update: It looks like that Motorola is also offering Custom Battery Mod which adds additional Power to your Moto Z Smartphone. You can grab the Custom Power pack at ¥ 499 from Motorola China.

Cheers Stuart