Rich Communication Service (RCS) is going live for some Google Messenger users

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Google has started Rich Communication Service (RCS) roll out for select Google Messenger users. The update brings all the features of RCS to the standalone text messaging app from Google that was launched in 2014. Continue reading “Rich Communication Service (RCS) is going live for some Google Messenger users”

Airtel launches 4G LTE services in Uttar Pradesh

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Airtel has launched 4G LTE services in 13 Major towns in Uttar Pradesh (UP) starting with Lucknow, Kanpur, Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Allahabad, Agra, Aligarh, Bulandshahar, Hapur, Mathura, Modinagar, Muzzafarnagar & Meerut. 4G will be offered using spectrum band of 1800 MHz (FD LTE and is available through mobile phones, 4G hotspots and dongles in these towns. Continue reading “Airtel launches 4G LTE services in Uttar Pradesh”

Google Play Store to now offer introductory prices for subscription apps

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Google announced new features for Google Play Store developers at its Playtime developer event in San Francisco. The new features are focused on its subscription business.
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Microsoft introduces Unified Update Platform (UUP), releases Windows 10 Build 14959

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Microsoft has introduced Unified Update Platform (UUP) which is company’s next generation delivery technology that is incorporated into its latest Insider builds. Continue reading “Microsoft introduces Unified Update Platform (UUP), releases Windows 10 Build 14959”

Samsung W2017 with dual 4.2-inch 1080p Super AMOLED displays, Snapdragon 820, 4GB RAM announced

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Samsung has announced W2017 (SM-W2017), the company’s latest premium flip phone in China, which is the successor of the W2016 that was introduced last year. It packs dual 4.2-inch 1080p Super AMOLED displays, so that you can use the phone even when it’s closed. You can flip open to use the other screen with a keyboard.

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Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL Review

zenfone-3-laser-review-1Where the Zenfone 3 is the flagship device for Asus, the company has a history of introducing accompanying devices that bring most of the design language and popular features to lower price points. We saw this with the Zenfone 2 Laser and it sure seems like the company wants to make this a tradition with the launch of the Zenfone 3 Laser. With a shift in the pricing structure though the Zenfone 3 Laser sits right in line with the likes of the Xiaomi Mi5 and others. Does it have what it takes to compete? We find out in our review.  Continue reading “Asus Zenfone 3 Laser ZC551KL Review”

Motorola announces Moto Mods Developer contest with Indiegogo

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Lenovo-owned Motorola is asking for your help, if you are a developer and can design new Moto Mods for the Moto Z and Z Play. Continue reading “Motorola announces Moto Mods Developer contest with Indiegogo”

Samsung Gear S3 to go on sale in U.S. on November 18, pre-orders start November 6

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Samsung unveiled its Gear S3 smartwatches during IFA trade show in September. After the U.K and Canada release last month, it will now be made available in the United States from November 18. Continue reading “Samsung Gear S3 to go on sale in U.S. on November 18, pre-orders start November 6”

Meizu PRO 6s with 5.2-inch 1080p Super AMOLED 3D Press display, Deca-Core Helio X25 announced

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Meizu has introduced PRO 6s, its latest flagship smartphone and the successor of PRO 6 that was introduced back in April. It has the same 5.2-inch 1080p AMOLED display with 3D press that perceives different levels of pressure on the screen, is powered by Deca-Core MediaTek Helio X25 SoC, 5-megapixel front-facing camera and runs Flyme OS 5.5 based on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), but this has a 12-megapixel rear camera with Sony IMX386 sensor, pixel size of 1.25μm, four-axis optical image stabilization, dual-tone 10-LED ring flash, phase-detection auto-focus (PDAF) and laser auto focus. Continue reading “Meizu PRO 6s with 5.2-inch 1080p Super AMOLED 3D Press display, Deca-Core Helio X25 announced”

Huawei Fit Android and iOS compatible fitness watch with heart rate sensor, multi-sport tracking announced

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Huawei today at its Mate 9 event also introduced Huawei Fit, a fitness watch with heart rate monitoring, automatic step counting, sleep tracking and support for multi-sport activities such as Walking, Running, Cycling, Treadmill and Swimming. It also provides comprehensive and customized running programs and offers real-time coaching; after a run the watch displays VO2 max, recovery time and a training score. This gives you an indication of cardio-respiratory fitness and a recovery time assessment. Continue reading “Huawei Fit Android and iOS compatible fitness watch with heart rate sensor, multi-sport tracking announced”

Porsche Design Huawei Mate 9 limited edition with 5.5-inch Quad HD display, 6GB RAM, Android 7.0 announced

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Along with the Huawei Mate 9, Huawei also announced Porsche Design Huawei Mate 9 limited edition smartphone in partnership with premium-lifestyle brand Porsche Design. It has a 5.5-inch Quad HD AMOLED display, is powered by an Octa-Core HiSilicon Kirin 960 SoC with IntelliSense i6 sensor hub and runs on Android 7.0 (Nougat) with Emotion UI 5.0 on top. Continue reading “Porsche Design Huawei Mate 9 limited edition with 5.5-inch Quad HD display, 6GB RAM, Android 7.0 announced”

Huawei Mate 9 with 5.9-inch 1080p display, 20MP + 12MP dual Leica cameras, Android 7.0 announced

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Huawei just unveiled Mate 9, its latest flagship smartphone at an event in Germany, as it had promised. It packs a 5.9-inch 1080p display with 2.5D glass, is powered by an Octa-Core HiSilicon Kirin 960 SoC with IntelliSense i6 sensor hub and runs on Android 7.0 (Nougat) with Emotion UI 5.0 on top and Google DaydreamVR support. It has a second generation Leica dual-lens camera with 12-megapixel RGB sensor, 20-megapixel monochrome sensor and Hybrid Zoom, featuring 2x magnification, dual-tone LED flash, laser auto focus, optical image stabilization (OIS) and uses Huawei’s own ISP. It also an 8-megapixel front-facing camera. Continue reading “Huawei Mate 9 with 5.9-inch 1080p display, 20MP + 12MP dual Leica cameras, Android 7.0 announced”

V-Moda launches In-ear headphones with ‘World’s first 3D printed’ Gold and Platinum metal buds

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V-Moda has unveiled three new in-ear style headphones in Forza series dubbed the Forza, Forza Metallo, and Forza Metallo Wireless. The highlight of these headphones is that it features “world’s first jewel-grade 3D printing customization of in-ears.” Continue reading “V-Moda launches In-ear headphones with ‘World’s first 3D printed’ Gold and Platinum metal buds”

ViewSonic Full HD and WQHD monitors launched in India starting at Rs. 21,000

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The California-based visual service provider, ViewSonic Corp today showcased an array of SuperClear IPS technology LCD monitors at an event today. This range of LCD monitors includes VX2776-smhd, XG2703-GS and VP2468. Continue reading “ViewSonic Full HD and WQHD monitors launched in India starting at Rs. 21,000”