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Google's Hiroshi Lockheimer teases Android O possible names

It might be troll or Google is teasing us with the new Android O name. Hiroshi Lockheimer, Senior Vice President for Android, tweeted out an Image showing possible names of the Android O

The Image shows Android O teaser file names which Google used till date. Possible names includes Oreo, Oatmean Cookies, Orangia, etc. What's yours Pick?

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Official Look!!!

Samsung appears to have accidentally revealed the Galaxy Note 8 on its own website. We got several official renders confirming the design before Samsung took that page down.

As you can see in the above renders, the Galaxy Note 8 looks absolutely gorgeous and is on-par with the earlier leaked rumors. It is having a beautiful infinity display, just like the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.


As per earlier reports the Note 8 will feature a 12-megapixel dual-camera sensor and independent optical image stabilization for the lens. Additionally, you will be getting a 6.3-inch edge-to-edge display with 18.5:9 aspect ratio, Exynos 8895 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipsets, depending on the market coupled with 6GB RAM.

Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Note 8 on 23rd August during an event in Black, Blue and Gold color options.

via : zyadatef

How to enable and use Instant Apps on Android Device

How to enable and use Instant Apps on Android Device
Instant Apps for Android allows users to run apps instantly without downloading an app from the Play Store. The Instant Apps feature is only available for users running Android Marshmallow and above.

Google says that over 500 million Android devices can access Instant Apps feature, but you need to enable it using the below Guide.


How to enable Android Instant Apps:

1. Open Settings Application on your Android Smartphone.

2. Scroll down and tap on Google.

3. Tap on Instant Apps. 

4. Enable It.

5. Confirm you agree to the terms by tapping, Yes, I'm in.How to enable and use Instant Apps on Android Device
That's it! You can now access the Instant Apps on your Smartphone from any URL including search, social media, messaging, and other deep links without needing to install your app first.

Right now, there are over 50 apps compatible with Instant Apps, including Jet, Onefootball, Hotpads, Citymapper, Realtor, Vimeo, dotloop, NYTimes Crosswords and many more.

How to use Android Instant Apps


1. Go to a Google search page. 

2. Enter your search term, such as Jet or Vimeo. 

3. Tap on the first result. 

4. Enjoy the app

Android O is touching down to Earth with the solar eclipse!

Android O is touching down to Earth with the total solar eclipse, bringing some super (sweet) new powers!

It's Official, Google will be announcing the Android O on August 21st during a live event from New York City at 2:40PM ET. 

Just a few more days and those of us with supported devices will be enjoying the Android O. The devices currently eligible for Android O developer preview will be the first devices to get Official Android O update. Therefore the first devices to receive this public release are the Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, Nexus Player, and the trio Pixels: Pixel, Pixel XL, and Pixel C.


Android O is very likely to be called "Oreo". 
As always, this is just an assumption, and we won't know the name of the Sweet (O...) 'til Google wants us to.

Along with the Android O Countdown Timer, Google's page also has links to the NASA livestream, giving us a good way to spend some time before the event itself kicks off. 

On August 21st, a solar eclipse will sweep across the entire United States for the first time since 1918. Android is helping you experience this historic natural phenomenon so you can learn more about the eclipse and count down to the big day—when you’ll meet the next release of Android and all of it’s super (sweet) new powers, revealed via livestream from New York City at 2:40PM ET.

Google

Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S8: Specs Comparison

Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S8
OS And Hardware
OSAndroid 7.1.1 NougatAndroid 7.0 Nougat | Samsung Experience
ChipsetSnapdragon 835Snapdragon 835/Exynos 8895
GPUAdreno 540Adreno 540/Mali-G71 MP20
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5Corning Gorilla Glass 5
TypeIPSSuper AMOLED
Screen Size5.3 inches QHD5.8 inches QHD
Memory
Internal64 GB64 GB
RAM4 GB4 GB
Camera
Primary13MP Dual Camera, f/2.0, PDAF12MP, f/1.7, PDAF, OIS
Secondary13 MP8 MP
Battery and Power
Type3090 mAh | Quick Charging3000 mAh | Quick Charging
Other
3.5mm JackYesYes
Price
USD$700$720

Which one would you choose?

Nokia 8 isn't coming to the US and China

According to the latest reports from CNBC, the Nokia 8 isn't coming to the US and China.

HMD did not released the specific market list in which it would be releasing the Nokia 8, but told CNBC that it would launch in countries which are accustomed to higher average selling prices of phones.


"The U.S. requires a separate strategy, even a separate portfolio and tech investment so we are not in a rush today around that because we are seeing such strong demand across the globe,"

The Nokia 8 will not launch in China, as the company is crafting a specific strategy around the world's biggest smartphone market, and will launch specific devices tailored to consumers there.

"China is a big focus market and we will make announcements on those dedicated products there in the future," Seiche told CNBC.

Source: CNBC

Moto X4 Will Be Worth The Wait

Moto X4 Will Be Worth The Wait
2017 gave us few popular and innovative devices like the Galaxy S8, LG G6, OnePlus 5, and the Nokia 8. From big screens to great performance, each phone has a lot to offer. Well, they aren't your only option, We've the Galaxy Note 8, Moto X4, and Pixel 2 coming pretty soon.

Waiting for the Moto X4 release date will be tough and we’re here to tell you why waiting is the right decision.

AI Integration

Few months ago a strange video leaked online, where someone was demonstrating the features of the Moto X4. One of the key feature listed was "AI Integration".

Lenovo has already started developing its own AI assistant that will be called CAVA. Lenovo intends for the AI assistant to analyze your commands and provide suggestions based on your message. To do so, CAVA will develop systems that recognize a human face and understand natural language using deep learning technology.

With these two news, we assume that the Moto X4 will be the first device to have CAVA AI assistant Integration.

That Design

The Moto X4 design is no longer a mystery, as the device has been leaked a couple of times. Leaked renders shows the Moto X4 in Super Black and Sterling Blue and it looks pretty HOT!

We've that gorgeous 5.2" display running edge-to-edge with nice curves going from back to the front. Couple that COOL rear design we haven't seen before in any Smartphone.

IP68 is Back

We've seen Motorola doing wonders with the IP68 certified Moto G 3rd Generation (2015) and Moto G Turbo Edition. However, Motorola ditched this feature in all the Official 2016 and 2017 models with it's not so safe Splash-proof technology.

But, It's Back! The Motorola Moto X4 will be coming with IP68 dust and water certification.

At Last Stock Android

One of the enormous strengths of Motorola devices is the fact that they offer near stock Android. One of the sole reasons for Moto brand’s success is its Android skin.

The Moto X4, Of course will offer the Stock Android with Latest version and that's one of the reason why the Moto X4 will be an Instant buy for me.

Specs and Price

The Moto X4 will feature a 5.2-inch Full HD glass layered display with 3D glass on top. The device will be available in Super Black or Sterling Blue measuring in at 148.35 x 73.4 x 7.99 mm and weighing in at 163 grams. It will be powered by the Snapdragon 630 chipset (eight cores all running at 2.2GHz), Adreno 508 GPU along with 3/4GB of RAM and 32/64GB of internal storage. The device will sport a 3000mAh battery.

To the Camera side, the Moto X4 will feature 12MP rear shooter with dual pixel autofocus, f/2.0 aperture and 1.4µm pixel size, while the other 8MP ultra-wide sensor will feature f/2.2 aperture, 1.12µm pixel size and 120° field of view. There's going to be a 16MP sensor to shoot selfies.

Rumor says that the Moto X4 32GB variant will likely cost 350 Euro (₹26000/$400), which is really a good price.

Don’t you think you should maybe wait until Motorola Moto X4 arrive before pulling the trigger on a new phone?

Asus Announces Zenfone Zoom S for Camera lovers

With the celebration of World Photography Day, Asus has announced the Camera centric Zenfone Zoom S.

To the specs side, the Zenfone Zoom S features 5.5-inch FHD Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 5, Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, 4GB RAM / 64GB internal storage, Adreno 506, and 5000mAh Battery with Reverse Charging support.


Let's talk about its Camera, the Zenfone Zoom S has a 12MP Dual Rear Camera with 2.3X Optical and 12 X Digital Zoom that delivers photographic perfection. There's a 13MP Front facing shooter with f/2.0 aperture.

12MP SuperPixel™ camera, 25mm, f/1.7 aperture, 6p lens, 81.8-degree field of view, 1/2.55” type sensor size, 1.4um pixel size Sony IMX362 sensor, OIS, 4K UHD video recording with EIS, RAW shooting support with Android 7.0 (N)

The ZenFone Zoom S is available on Flipkart with a Price tag of INR 26,999/-. It will be available in Navy Black & Glacier Silver color options. Thoughts?

Black Moto Z2 Play now Available for Pre-order in China

Moto Z2 Play Black color Edition is now available for Pre-order in China. You can Pre-order it by going to the Official Motorola China website.

The device do looks gorgeous in Black color, However It is only available in Lunar Gray and Fine Gold color options in most of the Markets. In case, if you want the Black color you can get it from China.


Specs wise, the Moto Z2 Play offers a 5.5-inch FHD display with increased brightness levels. You get the Snapdragon 626 with 3GB/4GB of RAM and 64GB onboard storage. The device also has a 12MP Dual Pixel camera at the back along with an 5MP snapper at the front with dual-tone LED flashlight. And yes, a 3000mAh battery.


The Moto Z2 Play features just 5.9mm thickness, and it comes with the aluminium body rather than the glass one seen on Moto Z Play. Also, the Z2 Play will have the camera bump at the back, for all the Moto Mods.