Android Nougat adoption has finally crossed the 10% mark and is now installed on 11.5% of all active Android devices, according to Google’s Android distribution numbers. Last month Nougat adoption was at 9.5%. Continue reading “Android Nougat is now installed on 11.5% of all Android devices”
Earlier this week, Xiaomi revealed Android Nougat update for range of smartphones. Now, the company has confirmed that MIUI 9 will arrive before August 16. The news comes after it was confirmed that the MIUI 9 is currently in development.
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Maruti Suzuki has started rolling out Android Auto as part of an update to its SmartPlay infotainment system. The automakers latest models – Ignis and Dzire, already came with Android Auto. Maruti had introduced the SmartPlay infotainment system with Ciaz and that was later expanded to Ertiga, Vitara Brezza and the S-Cross. These cars will now get the Android Auto update.
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Microsoft has confirmed that it is planning to slash thousands of job as part of a reorganization. The company told CNBC that as many as 3,000 jobs will be cut from its global workforce, primarily in its sales and marketing division. Continue reading “Microsoft to lay off 3,000 jobs as part of major reorganization”
Instagram has rolled out yet another update to Stories. The latest update brings the ability to reply to Stories with photos and videos. Prior to this update, you could only reply to Stories via a simple message.
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Qualcomm has filed a suit against Apple alleging that the latter was infringing on six patents that aided iPhone battery life. The chip maker is seeking a ban on imports and sale of some models iPhone in the US. Continue reading “Qualcomm sues Apple over patent infringement; seeks iPhone import ban”
Micromax has launched 100-day replacement warranty for all its feature phones. Currently, the homegrown company is introducing this replacement for 10 feature phone models- X1i, x706, x424, x740, x730, x904, x570, x512, x412, x726. Continue reading “Micromax introduces 100-day replacement warranty for feature phones”
Avenir Telecom has forayed in India with the launch of Energizer accessories for smartphones. The company offers accessories like cables, chargers, USB key, memory cards, rugged covers and screen protectors. Continue reading “Energizer forays in India by launching cases, chargers, and other mobile accessories”
Amazon has crossed whopping $2 billion investment mark in India with latest investment,according to a report from the Economic Times. The US based e-commerce major has pumped another Rs. 1640 crore in the country as part of its commitment to invest $5 billion. Continue reading “Amazon crosses $2 billion investment mark in India, invests Rs.1,680 crore”
Facebook is working on a standalone app for group video chat, according to a report from The Verge. Dubbed as Bonfire, the app is said to be similar to the Houseparty app that was launched last year. Continue reading “Facebook is said to be working on a group video chat app called Bonfire”
Snapchat is getting a couple of new features in the latest update. The app is getting support for voice filters, ability to add backdrops to a photo and a way to add links to images and videos. Continue reading “Snapchat adds support for voice filters, links and more in latest update”
Earlier this year in February, Microsoft had launched Skype Lite app which is aimed at low end Android devices. The company had also announced that it will come with Aadhaar integration that will be rolled out in second half of 2017. Now, the Aadhaar integration is available on the Skype Lite app.
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Snapdeal has rejected an initial takeover offer of $800-$900 million from rival Flipkart, according to a latest report from the Economic Times. The development comes just a few days after Flipkart completed its commercial and legal due diligence of Snapdeal.
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HTC is working on a new mid range smartphone under the U series. Codenamed as Ocean Life, detailed specification of the phone were shared by popular HTC tipster LlabTooFeR via Twitter.
Continue reading “HTC Ocean Life specs surface – 5.2-inch display, Snapdragon 660 and Android 7.1.1”
The US has lifted the laptop ban for Emirates, Etihad and Turkish flights. Passengers were restricted to carry laptops and other electronics from the cabins of on U.S.-bound flights from the aforementioned companies and few others earlier in March. The U.S. government had restricted passengers from carrying electronics like tablets and laptops on inbound flights from 10 airports in the Middle East and Africa. Continue reading “U.S. lifts laptop ban for Emirates, Etihad and Turkish flights”
