Pure Nexus Gets an update, adds One-handed mode and Header options

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 23, 2017       

"Pure Nexus" is one of the most stable and finest custom roms available for the Google Pixel and the Nexus Smartphones. Even though the "Pure Nexus Project" is exclusive to Nexus and Pixel Smartphones, it has been ported to many other devices.

The Pure Nexus Project aims to bring stability and features to your Nexus device, while keeping Google's vision in line and not straying too far away from that. If you are looking for a stable ROM with true tested features and minimal bugs, then this is the place to be.

Recently, Pure Nexus Project Moderators released an update for the custom rom. It brings One-handed mode, as well as new Header option, which can be used to change header background.

Via: Reddit

Moto M Expands to 10 More Countries

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 22, 2017       

Last year, Lenovo unveiled The Motorola Moto M in an event at Guangzhou, China. The Device is already available to buy in China, UAE, India and has been expanded to 10 More Countries.

Now, Users in Indonesia, Libia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Thailand and Ukraine will be able to purchase the Moto M.



The Moto M (M for all-metal) features a Splash-Proof 5.5 inch full HD display and weights 163g. With rear fingerprint sensor, the device is powered with MediaTek Helio P15 Octa-core CPU clocked at 2.2GHz. It comes in two variants 3GB/4GB RAM and 32GB/64GB Internal Storage which can be expanded upto 128GB through Micro-SD Card.

Via: Motorola Fans (twitter)

Moto Z (2017) with Snapdragon 835 Could Be In The Works

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 22, 2017       

A new variant of the Moto Z has appeared on the Geekbench benchmarking website. The listing reveals that the 2017 Motorola Smartphone with model no. XT1650 is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 chipset, and has 4GB of RAM. The Smartphone runs Android 7.1.1, which is the latest Android version right now.



We already know that the given  model number "XT1650" is allotted to the Moto Z (2016). But, if the listing is legit, we might see Moto Z (2017) with Snapdragon 835 very soon.

Will you be upgrading from the Moto Z(2016) to Moto Z(2017)? Let us know why — or why not —in the comments so everyone else can benefit from your thoughts!

Source: Geekbench

DEAL: Get a new Samsung Galaxy S6 for just ₹28,999

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 21, 2017       

Paytm is now selling the Samsung Galaxy S6 (64GB Limited Edition) for just ₹28,999 (After 2000 Cashback).

In case you've forgotten, the Samsung Galaxy S6 sports a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED display, a Exynos 7420 Octa Core processor, 3GB of RAM, 32/64GB of storage, a 16MP camera, and a 2550mAh battery. As you can see, the device is quite a monster even for a early 2017 purchase.

Grab it here from Paytm (Use code: GET2000)

Lineage OS: Everything you need to know

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 21, 2017       

Lineage OS: Everything you need to know- Release date, News and Update!

Update: January 21, 2017

Lineage OS Boot Animation:

Updated: January 1, 2017

This is Lineage new Logo

Updated: December 27, 2016

Lineage OS Gerrit is Up, Access it here!

Article: December 25, 2016

CyanogenMod is dead, but the company will work on a new project named "Lineage" that will be used to define the custom Android releases.



Lineage OS (Another open-source operating system for smartphones and tablet, based on the Android mobile platform) will be a continuation of what CyanogenMod was, However Lineage OS is still in formation phase. The success of this project depend entirely on how much support it receives from the development community.

So, yes, this is us. LineageOS will be a continuation of what CyanogenMod was. To quote Andy Rubin, this is the definition of open. A company pulling their support out of an open source project does not mean it has to die.
Check back for more information on Tuesday.   - Lineage Team | December 24, 2016

So, we will be getting more information regarding the Lineage OS on Tuesday i.e. on 27th December. We'll continue to post any major Lineage news right here on TechDroider.

You can follow Lineage OS at LineageOS.org, Twitter, Facebook and Google+

Samsung Galaxy S8: This could be the best look yet

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 20, 2017       

Over the past couple of days, leaks of the "Samsung Galaxy S8" have made various appearances, first as just rumor of Samsung going all bezel-less with the S8, few speculated Pictures and then as Case maker render.

The Galaxy S8 render that you see below, is the latest to surface ahead of the official announcement by Samsung. The leak came from PriceRaja and this could be our best look at the upcoming Samsung's flagship.

The site claims that the Galaxy S8 will feature an Iris scanner, which would scan your face and eyes to unlock the handset.

Now, if previous rumors are to be believed, Samsung plans to release Galaxy S8 in two variants, a smaller Galaxy S8 variant, and the larger Galaxy S8 Plus smartphone.

According to PriceRaja, the above render is of the Samsung Galaxy S8 (non-plus) and it sports 5.5" 4K display. 

If This is the Galaxy S8, What do You Think?

Samsung finds two reason behind the Galaxy Note 7 fires

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 20, 2017       

Samsung will officially announce the reason(s) why its Galaxy Note 7 smartphones overheated and caught fire on Jan. 23. But an early report by the Wall Street Journal lists the reasons before Samsung's event.

According to the WSJ, the main reason behind Galaxy Note 7 fires and recall was irregularly sized batteries that caused the phone to overheat. Other reason was "the batteries were manufactured defectively." 



We will hear more from Samsung about "Note 7 exploding batteries" on Jan. 23 in an announcement, which will be livestreamed in Chinese, English and Korean on its websites. Koh Dong-jin, Samsung's mobile president, will give details of the probe. 

Via: Phonearena | Source: WSJ

"Timewave" Moto Mod will add "5D touch" to the Moto Z

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 19, 2017       

The Motorola Moto Z was one of the most innovative Smartphone of the year 2016. Being modular, Moto Z is designed to accommodate add-on modules that snap to the back of their cases. 

From a Simple Style Case to a Pico Projector, Moto Mods can be attached to the back of Moto Z, Moto Z force or Moto Z Play via magnetic pins.

Now, a company named "Esper" is working on a new Moto Mod called "Timewave". This futuristic Module can add additional functionalities to your Moto Z phones. 

Pressing a button on Moto Mod can launch meditation, a 60 second stretch timer, log that you drank water, and much more. The back is a '5D' touch surface that enable custom actions, such as:

• Launch app
• Navigate home
• Activate voice control
• Scrub through video
• Scroll through page,
• Share
• Use as a keyboard to play music!
• and more...

The next stage in human evolution, joining with our digital souls: Esper (Follow this project at Tryesper)

Source: Reddit

Xiaomi is Announcing the Redmi Note 4 Today in India, Watch the Event Live Here!

 By Vaibhav Jain on January 19, 2017       

The Redmi Note 4 will be officially announced today during a live streamed event from New Delhi, India at 11:30AM(IST). 

Xiaomi is expected to announce the SD625 variant. The Smartphone will be exclusively available on Flipkart.


During this Livestream, we are sort of expecting to see the price of the Smartphone and Launch day offers. You can watch out the live event here-