OnePlus 6 Owners Reporting Rear Glass Cracks

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 10, 2018       

OnePlus 6 is one of the strongest smartphones currently on the market, but its elegant design may be vulnerable to spontaneous cracking. According to reports from various OnePlus 6 owners, the rear glass near the phone's volume buttons can shatter easily, even with little to no provocation.

Images of OnePlus 6 with cracked rear glass first popped up on the OnePlus subreddit. User Southernboyj claimed that the rear glass broke by itself. Other OnePlus 6 owner Kannahayabusa12 responded with an image of his OnePlus 6 shattered from the same spot.

r/OnePlus | u/Southernboyj (Source: Reddit)

Hey guys, just an interesting post. I think the OnePlus 6 back Glass must be exceptionally weak. I've had my phone since launch day, and it's been in a OnePlus Sandstone case since Day 1.

I take it out of the case pretty frequently to clean it. Somehow in the last 24 hours the back Glass cracked without it even being dropped or subject to anything rigerous. It was Sunday so I was just at my house most of the day.

I found another poster on here who's Glass cracked in the same spot (from the volume rocker outward). Wonder if there's some kind of design flaw there?

r/OnePlus | u/Just_a_Barrel (Source: Reddit)

Hey all, I received my phone Friday along with the nylon case and I've been loving it ever since. I put the phone in the case the second I opened everything and haven't taken it out until today.

I was about to show off the glass back when I pulled the phone out to find that the back had cracked, alot:

It has only been dropped about 3 times because my daughter was watching YouTube videos, but it's only been from the height of the bed or below.

I thought the nylon case would be enough to prevent this but I guess not.

Does anyone know what I can do? I know the warranty only covers defects, so that's not an option. would a repair shop be able to get a replacement back for this?

r/OnePlus | u/Kannahayabusa12 (Source: Reddit)

I have the EXACT same crack in the EXACT same place. Never dropped it, always used the wooden case I bought with the device. Failed batch, perhaps?

The OnePlus 6's possible design flaw affects what is otherwise our favorite Android phone on the market. Thoughts?

June 2018 Security Update goes live for the Moto G6 Plus

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 08, 2018       

The recently announced Moto G6 Plus Smartphone is now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto G6 Plus in Brazil with RETBR Software Channel you should have received the over-the-air update notification for June 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for both these phones brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements.

Note that both the Moto G6 Plus runs Android 8.0 Oreo. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Oreo 8.1.

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. We will let you know once the update is live for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Moto G4 Play Updated With June Security Patch in Brazil

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 08, 2018       

The Moto G4 Play 2016 is now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto G4 Play RETBR you should have received the over-the-air update notification for June 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for both these phones brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements.

Note that the Moto G4 Play runs 7.1.1 Nougat. This device won't get further major Android updates from Motorola.

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. We will let you know once the update is live for other countries. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Xiaomi's Mi A2 Strikes Pose for the Camera in New Picture

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 05, 2018       

Back in July 2017, Xiaomi announced the Mi 5X for China and rebrandend it as Mi A1 (Android One) for the global markets, which was made official in September 2017 during an event in India.

In case you don't know, the Mi A1 is a part of Google’s Android One program which runs stock Android and will receive consistent software updates for a longer period than other smartphones by OEMs that are not a part of the Android One program.

Today, what appears to be the live Mi A2 has been leaked. As you can see in the below image, we have 18:9 Screen without any notch.

The Mi A2 runs on latest Android 8.1 Oreo, and has May 5 2018 Security Patch. Just like the Mi 6X, it is expectd to feature Snapdragon 660 Processor, 4/6GB RAM, 32/64GB Storage, 5.99-inch 1080x2160 Display, Dual 12 MP (f/1.8, 1/2.9", 1.25µm) + 20 MP (f/1.8, 1/2.8", 1.0µm) Rear Cameras, and a 20 MP front shooter. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

/Leaks

Android 9.0 P Developer Preview 4 Unofficially available for Motorola Moto Z

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 04, 2018       

Just a few days back, Google released 4th Developer Preview of Android 9.0 P (Beta 3) for Google Pixel and Pixel 2 Smartphones. According to Google's release schedule, this is the candidate build which includes the final APIs and near-final system images for development and testing.

Now, XDA Developer Erfanoabdi has ported the DP4 Android P to the Motorola Moto Z. He says that "Almost Everything" works in this Firmware including Boots, RIL (Calls, SMS, Data), Fingerprint, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Camera, Camcorder, Video Playback, Audio, Sensors, Flash, LED, and GPS, the only bugs includes VoLTE and Flashlight.

You'll need an Unlocked Bootloader with TWRP recovery installed on your Motorola Moto Z. Rest of the process includes Downloading and Flashing Google Apps and Android P DP4.

Android P Developer Preview 4 is the most stable version available right now. This release is version PPP4.180612.004. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Source | Direct Download

Moto G5s Plus and Moto G5 Plus Picks Up June 2018 Security Patch

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 04, 2018       

The Motorola Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5s Plus are now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto G5 Plus or Moto G5s Plus RETIN you should have received the over-the-air update notification for June 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for both these phones brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements.

Note that both the Moto G5 Plus or Moto G5s Plus runs Android 7.0/7.1.1 Nougat. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Oreo 8.1, which is in the beta for both these devices.

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. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Nokia 6 and Nokia 5 Grabs New Update With July Security Patch

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 04, 2018       

If you own a Nokia 6 or Nokia 5 in India you should have received the over-the-air update notification for July 1st, 2018 Android security update. That’s all that is detailed in the new software for both of these phones.

The Software for the Nokia 6 (TA-1021) weighs in at around 140.9MB, while the Nokia 5 (TA-1053) gets it for 145.1MB.

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. We will let you know once the update is out for other countries.

Nokia is also planning to roll out Android 9.0 P to all the Nokia Smartphones starting August 2018. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

//NPU

Android 9.0 P Developer Preview 4 Released! Download It Now!!!

 By Vaibhav Jain on July 02, 2018       

Google just released the Android 9.0 P Developer Preview 4. According to Google's release schedule, this is the candidate builds which includes the final APIs and near-final system images for development and testing.

Android P Developer Preview 4 should be the most stable version available right now. This release is version PPP4.180612.004 for all four phones.

The Android P Developer Preview 4 is available to the Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, and Pixel 2 XL. If you want to get a taste, you have a bunch of options. You can either flash Preview 4 Images or OTAs, or just sign-up for the Android Beta and wait for the OTA update.

Here's a link to sign-up for the Android Beta program.You can also grab the new Android P DP4 images here and OTA files here.

Here's the OnePlus 6 in beautiful new Red Color

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 30, 2018       

The OnePlus 6 is already official with near bezel-less display and top-notch specs. Until now, you could grab the device only in Black and White colors, but it seems that OnePlus is all set to give some fans a new option.

OnePlus is planning to announce the new RED OnePlus 6 on July 2. The company has already started teasing the RED color with color hex “C61422”, which denotes red tone.

Latest leaks shows the beautiful new OnePlus 6 in RED. Thoughts?

/Leaks

OnePlus confirms 5G-ready Smartphone for 2019

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 28, 2018       

Founder and CEO of OnePlus Pete Lau at Mobile World Congress Shanghai announced that the company could launch a 5G-ready OnePlus device as early as next year.

The announcement came during the conversation about OnePlus's product and community philosophy. Lau revealed that the relationship between Qualcomm and OnePlus is leading the brand becoming one of the first 5G Smartphone maker.

OnePlus didn't confirmed that the phone getting 5G support will be the OnePlus 7 or its T variant. OnePlus usually launches two flagship phones for a year and the company has already announced the OnePlus 6 which is likely be succeded by the OnePlus 6T. So, the OnePlus 7 might be the first Smartphone to see the light of 5G.

OnePlus has already sold more than a million units of the OnePlus 6 in 22 days. What you think about the OnePlus 7?

Moto Z3 Play gets Android 9.0 P Closed Beta

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 28, 2018       

Back at Google IO, Google released new Android P Build (Developer Preview 2) with exciting new features, and also announced a huge expansion of its Android Beta program. Google made the new firmware available for non-Google devices including Smartphones from brands like OnePlus, Xiaomi, Nokia, Essential, Sony, Vivo, and Oppo Smartphones.

Now it seems that Google is testing the same for the recently announced Motorola Moto Z3 Play. A Moto Z3 Play user reportedly received Closed Beta of Android 9.0 P DP3. It seems that Google is all set to include the Moto Z3 Play to the list of non-Pixel devices with Android P Beta.

Android 9.0 P comes with major improvements and user interface changes over Android 8.1 Oreo. With the latest Android Beta you get new Swipe Gestures, Settings, Quick Setting tiles, Volume options, and more.

There's no exact date on when Motorola is going to roll Android 9.0 P Beta to the Z3 Play. Also it is unclear if Motorola and Google have any plans to bring the Android P beta to other Motorola devices. We will let you know once the firmware is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Screenshots ( Source: Weibo Bonata)

Update: According to the information we've received, Motorola is testing this Android 9.0 P Beta build in China. The company is planning to roll it out really soon for the International Moto Z3 Play. We'll keep updating this post as soon as we receive more information.

Motorola Moto Phones Software Channel Info

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 28, 2018       

Motorola Smartphones are available in different countries with different Software Channels. One can get confused between different Software Channels while flashing the Official Firmware or while reading for the Software Update News.

Here's the sorted list of Motorola's Software Channel with specific Countries.

ATTMX = AT&T Mexico
BELLCA = Bell Canada
MOVLA = Movistar Latin America
MSTLA = Movistar Latin America
MSTCL = Movistar Colombia
ORANGE = Orange (France?)
RETAPAC = Retail Asia Pacific region
RETASIA = Retail Asia
RETBR = Retail Brasil
RETEU = Retail Europe
RETCA = Retail Canada
RETIN = Retail India
RETLA = Retail Latin America
RETMX = Retail Mexico
RETUS = Retail USA
RGRCA = Rogers Canada
TIMBR = Tim Brasil
TKPCA = Telus Canada
VZW/VERIZON = Verizon Wireless USA

Enjoy!

Moto Z2 Play Picks Up June 2018 Security Patch

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 28, 2018       

The Motorola Moto Z2 Play is now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto Z2 Play RETAPAC (Retail Asia Pacific Region) you should have received the over-the-air update notification for June 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for the Moto Z2 Play brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements.

Note that the Moto Z2 Play now runs Android 8.0 Oreo. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Oreo 8.1, which is the latest Android OS.

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. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

r/Moto_Z

Microsoft MCSE 70-744: Top Secrets For Passing Networking Exam

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 27, 2018       

The Azure Cloud of the Microsoft family is always growing to satisfy the needs of the IT professionals. This growth involves the delivery of knowledge to individuals who will help in continuing the evolving technology. It is necessary to certify these individuals upon their successful completion of the exam. Microsoft 70-744 is an intended exam to award professionals with an MCSE certification on Windows Server 2016 security. MCSE certification is credited to everyone who takes 70-744 exam under one condition. The candidate must demonstrate an extensive understanding of the following domains which form the basis of exam setting.

ü  Threat detection breaching and implementation of solutions          (15-20%)

ü  File encryption and disk implementation                                           (25-30%)

ü  Virtualized infrastructure security                                                     (5-10%)

ü  Networked infrastructure security                                                     (10-15%)

ü  Privileged identities management                                                     (25-30%)

ü  Specified workload security implementation                                     (5-10%)

70-744 is a professionally designed exam to put into consideration all these skills based on the percentage of every respective domain. However, Microsoft provides an Exam Ref that unionizes the exam objectives strategically to help you prepare for the exam efficiently.

Consequently, Microsoft has important peculiar features of the exam preparation which are Exam Replay with or without practice test. The candidates will utilize this opportunity of doing exam replays as a way of building self-confidence to tackle 70-744 exam which is not easy to pass. It is the offer from Microsoft that needs to be exhausted before it vanishes!

Audience Targeted

MCSE certification is ideal for professionals who currently work as system administrators or network engineers and are concerned with network security tasks. This certification will take them through a deep dive of understanding various concepts.

It is also important for any IT professional who typically uses software that is configured to use Windows Server environments. He/she will understand the logic behind the managed access and cloud services techniques.

Core Requirements

Once the candidate is ready for 70-744 exam, one should have understood the network security threats solutions. The exam needs the candidate to demonstrate the professional implementation of the CIA in a system.

It is also a basic requirement for the candidate to have the in-depth understanding of the different encryption techniques. This is one way of securing data by making it viewable to particular users who have the privileges to access.

How I Prepared for 70-744 Exam

I have worked in an IT company as a generalist of various IT tasks and I always hated this. I decided to get certified after I realized that I have a passion for studying Windows Server security and its general implementation. Despite the fact that I have been in the field, I had to start afresh as a novice learner in technology arena because I have not had a chance to see what specialist do in my place of work. I had to come up with a perfect approach that helped me to pass the exam without so much mental frustration as the certified do say. However, I am proud to share the techniques that I consider crucial to every candidate intending to do 70-744 exam or any IT exam elsewhere.

ü  Analyze the course outline- having known what you are needed to understand then it is easy to implement the concepts during your learning. Remember that the course outline is like a dictator to the examiners. They must play within the course outline or else the exam will be flagged invalid. The course outline is the only thing we share with the examiners.

ü  Set all tools- most of this certification exam involves a lot of practices that are accompanied by simulators/emulators. It is important that you set all these tools on standby before you begin your learning. It is important to always settle because you do not need to stop in search of some key requirements in the middle of your studies.

ü  Study in a noise-free environment- disturbances such as noise hinders your understanding. Let us take an example where you study in a TV room and your family members are having fun, you will have a big problem in figuring out the main concepts. The conducive environment to study is where it is quiet and calm.

ü  Conceptualize- whenever you learn any concept, try to figure out how the knowledge is implemented in the real world. Every IT concept is intended to solve a problem in the society. Your learning should be based on the current inventions you see and those which you imagine.

ü  Implement-the training always provides a sample implementation of every concept that you come across. It is your duty to put into practice every sample that is designed to enhance the understanding of a certain topic. In fact, the conclusion of the sample implementations is always tested as the exam is more of theory than practice.

ü  Believe in passing- if you go to an examenvironment without trusting yourself or being confident then you might fail at last. Lack of self-esteem is the key point that explains the failures that usually happen in the exam. Remember that some of the questions are only twisted to test your ability to tackle life's scenarios in IT arena.

Where to Learn

The provision of the learning materials is often facilitated by interested partners who also want to see technology being transformed by you. The best training materials are always considered to give the best performance. Successful IT specialists do recommend the candidates to train.

Digital Files

The revision that is done for an IT exam should remain digital in the sense that the method used should be technological rather than traditional methods. This involves the use of https://www.examcollection.com/70-744.html from VCE files that are opened by a programmed computer application called VCE exam simulator. It provides efficient revision which addresses challenges faced by individuals in IT field. A number of them are available on the internet. Communicate with candidates that have already passed this exam, they definitely know which sites are worth paying attention to while preparing for the exam.

Conclusion

Networking is a common term in every IT field because it ensures that there is efficient communication between links in the most secure manner. Receiving this certification is like having the backbone of technology in your hands. MSCE certification remains the best in networking.

Android P Beta on its way for Nokia 6.1, Nokia 7, and Nokia 8 Sirocco in China

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 26, 2018       

Back at Google IO, Google released new Android P Build (Developer Preview 2) with exciting new features, and also announced a huge expansion of its Android Beta program. Google made the new firmware available for non-Google devices including Smartphones from brands like OnePlus, Xiaomi, Nokia, Essential, Sony, Vivo, and Oppo Smartphones.

Nokia 7 Plus was one of the lucky Smartphone to receive Android P Beta across the globe, except China.

Now, Nokia’s Beta Labs in China, is allowing a limited number of Nokia 7 Plus who signed up for the beta program between June 21 and June 24 to get a taste of new Software (Android P Beta). Not only that, Nokia is also expanding this wave to other Nokia Smartphones including Nokia 6.1, Nokia 7, and Nokia 8 Sirocco in China.

There's no exact date on when HMD is going to roll Android 9.0 P Beta to these devices. Also it is unclear if HMD Global has any plans to bring the Android P beta to the international variants of the Nokia 6.1, and Nokia 8 Sirocco. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Here's when Asus Zenfone Max and Laser Phones will get Official Android Oreo

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 25, 2018       

Back during the announcement of Zenfone 4 line in Brazil in October 2017, ASUS revealed that not only the new family but also the entire Zenfone 3 line would be upgraded to the latest Android 8.0 Oreo. Since then, Asus has upgraded only a few phones and that eventually resulted criticism from its users.

Now, the Taiwanese brand has revealed the confirm timeline of the update to Android 8.0 Oreo for five models including Zenfone 3 Max (ZC553KL), Zenfone 3 Max (ZC520YL), Zenfone 3 Laser,  Zenfone 4 Max (ZB554KL), and Zenfone Max Plus M1.

Zenfone 3 Max (ZC553KL) - End June
Zenfone 3 Max (ZC520YL) - July
Zenfone 3 Laser (ZC551KL) - July
Zenfone 4 Max (ZB554KL) - July
Zenfone Max Plus M1 (ZB570TL) - July

Source: Asus

Moto X4 Picks Up June 2018 Security Patch in Brazil

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 23, 2018       

The Moto X4 Regular variant is now getting the latest Android security patch, bug fixes, and improvements.

If you own a Moto X4 in Brazil you should have received the over-the-air update notification for June 1, 2018 Android security update. New software update for the Moto X4 brings along Bug fixes and Stability improvements. The new build number is OPWS27.2.3.

Note that the Moto X4 still runs on Android 8.0 Oreo. While this update would have been more exciting if it had brought Oreo 8.1, which is already available for a  few Moto X4 variants.

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.

/r/MotoX4

Samsung Smartphone with Stock Android on Its Way

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 23, 2018       

According to the latest reports, Samsung is working on a new Android Go Smartphone for all the markets across the globe.

This new Samsung's Android Go device has a model number of SM-J260G in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and Sri Lanka, SM-J260F in United Kingdom, Uzbekistan, Caucasus Countries, Germany, Italy, Ukraine, Russia, Kazakhstan, Francem, Poland and SM-J260M in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago, Peru, Panada and Paraguay. 

Android Oreo Go Operating System features a handful of Google apps including the GoogleGo, Google Assistant Go, Maps, Gmail, YouTube Go, and other light-weight stuffs. The Android 8.1 Oreo Go is designed to run better on phones with either 512MB or 1GB of RAM. Moreover Android Go is also built to allow for timely updates.

Samsung is Betting Big for its upcoming first Stock Android Smartphone.

/SamMobile

Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5 Android 8.1 Oreo Update is on Its Way

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 16, 2018       

Motorola is planning to release the latest Android 8.1 Oreo update to its Moto G5 Smartphones. Android 8.1 Oreo update Release Notes for the Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5 are now live.

Android 8.1 Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android 8.0 Oreo, such as new dark and light themes which changes according to wallpaper, Pixel 2 Launcher, Redesigned Power Menu, new Shutdown and Reboot Animation, Round Statusbar Icons, and Setting. Motorola might also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.1 Oreo update for the Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5 would also feature the latest June 1st 2018 Security Patch, Stability improvements, and brand new Camera Application.

So, the company is most likely to start Android 8.1 Oreo official rollout for the Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5 by July. We will let you know once the update is live. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

After Moto G5 Plus and Moto G5, the company plans to update the Moto G4 Plus. It looks like Motorola is skipping Android 8.0 in favour of Android 8.1, which is impressive.

Moto G5 - Android 8.1 Oreo – Release notes


INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for moto g5 by Motorola. This update brings important improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotog.

NOTE: You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:

• Android™ 8.1 Oreo™ : many enhancements including new multitasking features, more efficient notification controls and improved data saver, battery features, new power menu UI and Bluetooth improvements.

• Android security: includes the updates of Android security patches through June 1st 2018.

• Stability improvements: includes changes that fix bugs and improve the stability of your phone.

Moto G5 Plus - Android 8.1 Oreo – Release notes

INTRODUCTION

Motorola is excited to announce a new software update for moto g5 plus by Motorola. This update brings important improvements to your phone.

For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mymotog.

NOTE: You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.

ENHANCEMENTS

This update introduces changes including the following:

• Android™ 8.1 Oreo™ : many enhancements including new multitasking features, more efficient notification controls and improved data saver, battery features, new power menu UI and Bluetooth improvements.

• Android security: includes the updates of Android security patches through June 1st 2018.

• Stability improvements: includes changes that fix bugs and improve the stability of your phone.

The Top 4 TV Deals Besides Netflix

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 15, 2018       

Featuring thousands of shows and movies on its site, Netflix has taken the streaming world by storm since its founding in 1997, with nearly 7.5 million customers joining its customer base in the first quarter of 2018 alone.

However, while other TV streaming sites and bundles haven’t quite reached an iconic ‘Netflix and chill’ status, there are still some TV viewers that find themselves dissatisfied with what the popular streaming site alone can offer. Thus, many people have started looking into alternative options for streaming their favorite TV shows and movies online.

Luckily for them – and for you if you have similarly found the perks of Netflix alone to be underwhelming – there are other options.

Why Are Viewers Turning to Alternative TV Deals?

Although still able to boast its success as the #1 streaming platform worldwide, services and TV deals beyond Netflix have been gaining popularity in recent years as well.

This may be due to the increasing cost for most Netflix membership plans, which has made deals like Verizon triple play – which bundles gigabit connection, TV, and phone services – a relatively budget-friendly option to turn to.

Some people are also just ready to find some new content that hasn’t yet been added to world’s favorite streaming platform. While Netflix still has an impressive offering of media for viewing, for those with more specific tastes, or who are otherwise up for trying out the two to four-week trials offered by some popular alternative streaming networks, TV viewers have no shortage of television options.

In addition to Verizon’s Fios triple play deal, listed below are four other top contenders gaining popularity as Netflix alternatives.

Top Alternatives for TV Deals

1. Amazon Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video is just one of the perks Amazon Prime members can gain access to when signing up for their prime membership account. However, the video service – now #2 to Netflix for streaming – can also be bought alone, without the prime membership, at a cost of $8.99 per month.

Amazon Prime Video features TV shows from dozens of channels, movies, as well as original content such as the popular shows “Man in the High Castle” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”.

2. Hulu

Hulu is another top TV and movie streaming platform, as a viewing option very similar to Netflix. Starting at $7.99 per month for its lowest-cost subscription (with an upgraded commercial-free plan available for $11.99) the pricing is similar to its top competitors.

One perk of this streaming platform is its feature of offering episodes of shows currently on air, typically allowing access to new episodes one day after airing on their respective networks. Hulu also now offers a Live TV package (at a pricier $39.99 per month), which allows users to live stream 50+ top live and on-demand channels, such as ESPN and popular news channels.

3. Acorn TV

For TV viewers in the United States who can’t get enough of the most popular British dramas and comedies, Acorn TV is an increasingly popular American streaming service providing viewer access to a myriad of TV shows from the UK as well as other countries.

At $4.99 a month, it can be an economical, commercial-free, on-demand TV deal for those still reeling over the end of Downton Abbey and who are looking for a new engaging British show to incite the same excitement.

Acorn TV is available to be streamed on several platforms, including Roku devices, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, or simply your iPad or computer.

4. YouTube TV

Available at $35 a month, YouTube TV is a recent premium streaming service offered by YouTube featuring cable network streaming, live broadcast television, as well as shows from other popular entertainment, news, and sports networks. In other words, it’s basically a cable replacement, which might better explain the cost.

YouTube TV can be viewed on Google Chromecast, Android and iOS devices, tablets, and an Apple TV.

OnePlus 6 gets another OS update, OxygenOS pushed to v5.1.7

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 15, 2018       

The recently announced OnePlus 6 is now getting another software update. Arriving as OxygenOS v5.1.7, the new firmware brings Bootloader system security enhancement, fixes and optimizations.

One should note that the OxygenOS 5.1.7 will not be available for the users living in India. 

We received some reports from users in India that they had experienced stability issues with Oxygen OS 5.1.6 update, we have paused the rollout of this OTA. The 5.1.7 update will not be released for India region, as we are still working on a fix based on the logs we have received from users who have reported these issues.  We will be releasing 5.1.8 update next week which will include the fix & also contain all the features included in the 5.1.7 update.

The Software update includes Fixes of schedule setting issue for Do Not Disturb(DND) mode, Updates bootloader for system security enhancement, General stability improvements and other bug fixes.

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 using Stock Un-modified firmware.

Moto G5s Plus/ G5s Android 8.1 Oreo Beta [Screenshots]

 By Vaibhav Jain on June 14, 2018       

Just a few weeks back, Motorola started recruitment for Android 8.1 Oreo beta testers for the Moto G5s Plus and today the company has started rolling out the update to the eligible users in Brazil and India. While this is only a beta program, it's still good to see that Motorola is working on bringing the latest version of Android for its users.

Android 8.1 Oreo comes with numerous enhancements over Android 8.0 Oreo, such as new dark and light themes which changes according to wallpaper, Pixel 2 Launcher, Redesigned Power Menu, new Shutdown and Reboot Animation, Round Statusbar Icons, and Setting. Motorola might also add several new features to the latest software update. Android 8.1 Oreo update for the Moto G5s Plus also features the latest June 1st 2018 Security Patch, Stability improvements, and slide three fingers for screenshot Moto Action.

While the company has not revealed date of the official rollout of Android Oreo, it is believed that Motorola might release the official update by July. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter page to get the first News.

Below are some screenshots of the Android 8.1 Oreo Beta for Moto G5s Plus

Via: Fabio Santos