Redmi Note 4 is now getting Android 7.0 Nougat in India

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2017       

As promised, the Redmi Note 4 is now getting MIUI 8.5.4.0 based on Android 7.0 Nougat in India.

The Nougat update for Redmi Note 4 weighs in at around 1.3GB and arrives as MIUI version "8.5.4.0.NCFMIED". 

With this update you get Support for exFAT SD cards, Separate App locks for Dual apps, Option for hiding the content of notifications on Lock screen, Slide to browse wallpapers, Pausing ongoing backups, Redesigned Music app, Separate updates for the system apps, Countdowns for exams, repayments, vacations, etc. 

Note that the Android 7.0 Nougat update with MIUI v8 won't include Split-Screen (Multi-Windows), and Screen recorder feature. These feature will be only available after MIUI 9 update, which is still in testing phase.

During the launch of the Redmi Note 4 in India, Hugo Barra promised that the device will get the Nougat Update and Yes, it's finally here. Thoughts?

Lenovo Phab2 series won't get Android 7.0 Nougat

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2017       

It's now official that the Lenovo Phab2 series including the latest Phab2 Pro with Tango won't get Android 7.0 Nougat update.

The confirmation came from company's software upgrade page, which now states that the entire existing Phab product lineup and two Lenovo tablets won't receive further software updates.

The Phab and Phab Plus will remain on Android 5.0 Lollipop, while the Phab2, Phab2 Plus and Phab2 Pro will stay on Marshmallow. The list also includes Tab3 7 Essential, and the Tab3 10 which won't get updates beyond Android Marshmallow.

Recently Lenovo announced that all of its upcoming Smartphones will be coming with Stock Android OS, which will help the them to further update their devices.

Best Affordable Android Phones

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2017       

Are you looking for cheap Android phones? There are many manufacturers that offer Android phones that won’t burn a hole in your pocket. Gone are the days when cheap phones meant compromising on quality, durability, and performance. Nowadays, there are many famous brands that offer a line of cheap phones with good performance and features same as expensive phones. This write-up is your guide to the best cheap phones.

Read further to know the best large screen phones.

Alcatel Pixi 4

One of the best ultra-cheap phone is Alcatel Pixi 4. It features a 5 inches touch screen display with 480 x 854 resolution. The phone runs on Android Marshmallow that allows you to play unlimited games and watch movies without any lag. The performance of the phone is great thanks to its Quad-core 1 GHz processor and 1 GB RAM. Pixi 4 has plenty of storage space of 8 GB that enables you to save many apps, media files, and games. You can take bright and crisp pictures with its rear 5-megapixel camera.

• Pros
• Expandable storage
• Marshmallow operating system
• Affordable
• Great camera
• Cons
• No HD display

Motorola Moto G5

Next on the list is Motorola’s Android phone Moto G5. The phone has a 5 inches display with 1080 x 1920 pixels at PPI of 441 pixels per inch. It is powered by Octa-core 1.4GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 processor. The G5 is available with a 3GB RAM that offers smooth performance. You can watch your favorite movies and videos non-stop as it offers a 2800 mAh battery. It can easily last throughout the day. It has the Android 7.0 that allows you to have access to the latest games and apps. You can download plenty of apps and games as it has 16 GB of internal memory. You can expand the storage space up to 128 GB through micro SD card.

With Moto G5 you can take great selfies as it has a great 5-megapixel front camera. The rear camera of 13-megapixel allows you to take capture bright and sharp pictures.

• Pros
• Partial metal body
• Vibrant HD display
• Great phone at best price
• Good camera
• Cons
• No NFC

Huawei Honor 5C

Another great Android phone is the Honor 5C that you can get without breaking your bank. Honor 5C features a 5.2 inches full HD screen with 1080 x 1920 pixels. It has 2 processors, 2.0 GHz Quad-core processor and a 1.7 GHz Quad-core processor that handles all the applications. This makes Honor 5C perfect for multitasking without lagging. The Honor 5C runs on Android Marshmallow that provides a powerful user experience. This phone has 13-megapixel powerful camera that captures crisp pictures. The front camera can take some amazing selfies thanks to its 8-megapixel camera. It is perfect for those who prefer a phone with sleek design and small body weight.

• Pros
• Great value
• Strong screen
• Ultra smooth performance
• Cons
• Part metal frame is not so good
• Poor low-light photos

In the end, when buying the best budget phone, you must keep in mind your requirements. All these phones offer great performance and a battery that can last through the day. Which phone do you like the most? Let us know in the comments below.

ASUS “Perfect Selfie” Smartphone leaks online

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 10, 2017       

As we all know that the Market is flooded with Selfie centric Smartphones offering brilliant front camera with low-end specs at high price.

According to the latest leak, Taiwanese Smartphone manufacturer Asus has will be launching its own "Perfect Selfie" Smartphones with dual-facing front shooters, moderate specs, and a beautiful design.

Asus Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro ZD552KL will feature a 5.5" AMOLED Display with 1920x1080 resolution, 3000mAh battery, Snapdragon 625 Processor, 4GB RAM, and 64GB Internal Storage with Micro-SD card support.

The highlight of this Smartphone is its dual front-facing shooters, one of them features 5 megapixel sensor with 120-degree wide-angle optics, while the main sensor on the front has extremely high resolution 24 megapixel sensor. The rear camera, on the other hand has 16MP shooter.

The Asus Zenfone 4 Selfie will feature with a 5.5" IPS HD Display, Snapdragon 430 Processor, 3000mAh battery, 4GB RAM, and 64GB Internal Storage with Micro-SD card support. It has 20+8MP front-facing shooters with 16MP rear sensor.

Both the devices are now available, the Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro costs around 399 euro while it's Smaller brother Zenfone 4 Selfie is priced at 299 euro.

Source: WinFuture

WhatsApp Payments coming soon

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 09, 2017       

WhatsApp has been around for a while and the company is really good at bringing out new features that its user demands. One of the big features that WhatsApp users have been requesting for a long time is the ability to make payments.

Well, WhatsApp Payments could soon turn into a reality as the company has pushed WhatsApp version 2.17.295 for the Beta users which includes the mentions of WhatsApp Payments.

Additionally, Thanks to Wabetainfo, we have our first look into the upcoming potential feature. The WhatsApp Payments will allow users for immediate bank to bank transfers or maybe WhatsApp to Bank transfer.

That said, the feature is still under development and might get rolled out when fully stable and working. Thoughts?

Image: Vinfotech

Google Store discounts cases for Pixel and Pixel XL by 50%

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 09, 2017       

You can grab the Official Google Pixel and Pixel XL Cases from Google Store at 50% off while supplies last. Currently there are Four types of cases for both the Pixel and Pixel XL available with discount.

At $17.50, you get the three layer case with silicone exterior, polycarbonate core, and microfiber interior. You get Clear Pixel Case at $15, Google Earth Live Case and Google Trends Live Case for $25.

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Moto X Pure Edition Android Nougat Kernel Source Code Released

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 09, 2017       

Motorola is due to update its Moto X Pure Edition to Android 7.0 Nougat, which still seems to be in a testing phase, despite Motorola promising it would be rolling out by the end of July (which has already ended).

Motorola has now released Android Nougat kernel source for the Moto X Pure Edition "Clark" to its Github. Usually the kernel source is published after the roll out of update, but not this time.

It's very useful for Developers to make a stable Custom Roms, by using these Kernel Sources. Developers can go ahead and Download the Source from Github.

With this release of Android Nougat kernel source for the Moto X Pure Edition "Clark", we assume that Official Android 7.0 Nougat for the Moto X Play might be around the corner.

LG Q6 is Now Available for Purchase in India

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 09, 2017       

LG today announced the LG Q6 in India. The Q smartphones will be the first LG Smartphones with FullVision display following the LG G6. The Q series boasts premium specs and design at exceptional price points. 

The LG Q6 carries a 100-degree wide angle selfie camera that a allows shutterbugs to include a large group of friends and family in the shot without effort. The camera’s improved LG UX 6.0 takes full advantage of the 18:9 aspect ratio of the FullVision display. Note that you won't get a fingerprint sensor with the LG Q6.

“The LG Q6 is a blend of premium features, great performance and attractive pricing, a combination that is extremely important to us as we look at the way consumers are using smartphones around the world,” said Juno Cho, president of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “The Q series is our way of getting the superb experiences with the essence of the LG’s premium line-ups to more consumers’ hands and pockets.”

With LG Q6 you get a Snapdragon 435 Processor, 5.5-inch 18:9 FHD+ FullVision Display, 13MP Standard Angle / Front 5MP Wide Angle, 3,000mAh non-removable battery, Android 7.1.1 Nougat with LG UX on the top.

You can purchase the LG Q6 in India for INR 14,990 from the below Amazon Link.

LG Q6: Platinum | Black

Sharp Aquos S2: Essential Phone Front + Rumored iPhone 8 Back

 By Vaibhav Jain on August 08, 2017       

Sharp, a Japanese Smartphone Company has announced its near bezel-less Smartphone Aquos S2. The front resembles the design of Andy Rubin's Essential PH1, while the back matches rumored iPhone 8 design.

The Aquos S2 features a 5.5-inch 1440p display which reaches all the way up to the top but has a cut-out in the middle for the front-facing camera.

The device comes in two variants, the cheaper one has Snapdragon 630 SoC, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage, while the expensive one includes a Snapdragon 660, 6GB of RAM, and 128GB of storage.

Camera wise, The front shooter has an 8-megapixel 1.4um sensor with f/2.0 aperture, while the f/1.75 dual camera on the back consists of a 12-megapixel sensor plus an 8-megapixel sensor. It comes with Android 7.0 Nougat and a 3,020mAh battery.

The Sharp Aquos S2 is now available in China with a starting price of about $370.