Next generation iPhone to sport OLED display, says Sharp CEO

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Since the beginning of this year we have heard reports and rumors about Apple going with OLED display for next year’s iPhone. Now, Apple’s switch from LCD to OLED has been confirmed by Sharp’s CEO and President Jeng-wu Tai.

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LG Innotek shows off new iris scanning modules, hints at iris recognition for G6

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LG Innotek, one of the popular components and materials manufacturers last week at the Korea Electronics Show recently held in COEX, Seoul showed off two new Iris scanning models. This hints that the upcoming flagship LG G6 smartphone could feature an Iris scanner. Continue reading “LG Innotek shows off new iris scanning modules, hints at iris recognition for G6”

BlackBerry and Ford sign agreement for expanded use of QNX and security software in next-gen connected cars

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BlackBerry’s QNX software already powers Ford’s SYNC 3 Infotainment system, and is found in 60 million cars from other carmakers. In a new agreement announced today, BlackBerry said that it will dedicate a team of engineers to work with Ford on expanding the use of the QNX Neutrino operating system, Certicom security technology, the QNX hypervisor, and QNX audio-processing software in developing the next generation of connected cars. Continue reading “BlackBerry and Ford sign agreement for expanded use of QNX and security software in next-gen connected cars”

Google improves detection and filtering of fraud and spam app installs on Play Store

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Google is taking measures to improve spam detection and fraud system for Play Store installs and app reviews. Continue reading “Google improves detection and filtering of fraud and spam app installs on Play Store”

Worldwide tablet market declined 14.7% YoY in Q3 2016, Apple maintains lead: IDC

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The worldwide tablet market continued to fall as vendors shipped 43 million units in the third quarter of 2016 (3Q16), a year-over-year decline of 14.7%, according to preliminary data from the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Tablet Tracker.
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Blue Coral Galaxy S7 edge to roll out in select markets globally starting this November

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Samsung introduced the Galaxy S7 edge smartphone in Black Onyx, Gold Platinum, White Pearl and Silver Titanium colors back in February, later it introduced the Pink Gold version in select markets. Now it has announced new Blue Coral version of the smartphone. The Galaxy Note7 that was recently discontinued also came in Blue Coral version. Continue reading “Blue Coral Galaxy S7 edge to roll out in select markets globally starting this November”

Meizu M5 announced , Xiaomi Redmi 4 and Redmi 4A coming soon and more – FoneArena Daily

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Intex Aqua Power M with 5-inch HD display, Android 6.0, 4350mAh battery launched for Rs. 4800

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Intex has launched Power M, the company’s latest budget smartphone in the Aqua series with a 4350mAh that promises up to 25 hours of talk time, and up to 620 hours of stand-by. It has a 5-inch HD display, is powered by 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6580 processor and runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Continue reading “Intex Aqua Power M with 5-inch HD display, Android 6.0, 4350mAh battery launched for Rs. 4800”

Samsung to roll out online-exclusive accessories globally starting November

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Samsung today announced that its mobile and entertainment accessories, available exclusively online in Korea and some countries, will be rolled out in markets worldwide starting from November. These include, Wireless Speaker Bottle designWireless Charger Tray designBattery Pack Kettle design (5,100mAh and 10,200mAh), Wireless Speaker Scoop design and In-ear Headphones Rectangle design. Continue reading “Samsung to roll out online-exclusive accessories globally starting November”

OnePlus 3 OxygenOS 3.5.5 beta brings OnePlus FileDash file transfer, simplified launcher layout and more

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OnePlus has released OxygenOS 3.5.5 community or beta build for the OnePlus 3 smartphone that brings several new features include, DashFile transfer feature inside file manager for easy file transfers between other OnePlus devices or any other device, new Community app, redesigned Phone calling UI, new simplified launcher layout like HydrogenOS and lots more new features, stability improvements and bug fixes. Continue reading “OnePlus 3 OxygenOS 3.5.5 beta brings OnePlus FileDash file transfer, simplified launcher layout and more”

Meizu Box Android-based Flyme TV box with Bluetooth voice remote announced

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Meizu today announced Meizu Box, its latest triangular-shaped box that runs on Flyme TV based on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). It can access Youku, Sohu and other streaming services in China and comes with Bluetooth remote with voice function. You can also control the device using Android app. Continue reading “Meizu Box Android-based Flyme TV box with Bluetooth voice remote announced”

Meizu M5 with 5.2-inch HD display, 3GB RAM, fingerprint sensor, 4G LTE announced

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Meizu just announced M5, its latest budget smartphone an event in China. It packs a 5.2-inch HD 2.5D curved glass screen, is powered by a 1.5 GHz octa-core 64-bit MediaTek MT6750 processor and runs on Yun OS with FlyMe UI on top. It has a 13-megapixel rear camera with dual-tone LED flash, phase-detection auto-focus (PDAF) that lets you focus in just 0.2 seconds and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Continue reading “Meizu M5 with 5.2-inch HD display, 3GB RAM, fingerprint sensor, 4G LTE announced”

ARM Mali-G51 GPU, Mali-V61 VPU for immersive mobile VR and 4K on mid-range devices announced

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ARM has announced Mali-G51 graphics processing unit (GPU), which is the company’s most area-efficient and energy-efficient GPU to date, and the Mali-V61 video processing unit (VPU) that promises stunning, real-time 4K120 video performance with impressive efficiency and scalability. Continue reading “ARM Mali-G51 GPU, Mali-V61 VPU for immersive mobile VR and 4K on mid-range devices announced”

Xiaomi Redmi 4 and Redmi 4A images and specifications surface as the phones get certified

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Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi 3 smartphone back in January this year and introduced the Redmi 3s smartphone in June. Now it is all set to introduce Redmi 4 and a cheaper Redmi 4A smartphones in China soon. The Redmi 4  and the Redmi 4A has been certified by TENAA and the Redmi 4 has also been listed online in China. Both these have a fingerprint sensor on the back, run MIUI 8 based on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) and are powered by Snapdragon SoCs. Continue reading “Xiaomi Redmi 4 and Redmi 4A images and specifications surface as the phones get certified”