Google has updated its Drive app for Android that now lets you share files easily from the notification shade. Once you upload a file to Drive you will receive a notification after if finishes. Now it also includes an option to share with other people for faster sharing, instead of opening the Drive app once again to share it. Continue reading “Google Drive for Android gets better file sharing, 23 new languages”
Twitter revamps homepage to attract more users
Twitter has redesigned homepage of its web client with aim to lure non-Twitter users.It features topics that point to timelines of tweets from popular Twitter accounts and a prominent search bar that makes suggestions, as well as a way to login.
The new homepage shows curated content streams and this does not require users to sign in to Twitter. The content ranges from various sections like TV Shows and Stars, Cute Animals, Business news, Pop Artists and so on. Once you click one one of those topics, you’ll see a stream of popular tweets within the category. The new homepage also includes a prominent search bar that suggests queries for popular trends and hashtags.
The redesigned page will allow you to check out real time news and conversations even if you do not plan on creating an account. Twitter had announced in November that 125 million users visit the Twitter homepage which is half of its actual user base. The micro blogging site said that the new Twitter.com is first coming to the U.S and will bring it to more users over time.
Android For Work app launched for pre-Lollipop devices
Google has launched Android For Work app for pre-Lollipop devices. The app allows business users to securely access their contacts, docs, sheets, slides,Chrome, camera, email, calendar and files in a managed IT environment, on devices running Android 4.0 or newer.
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Xiaomi Mi Note Black Edition announced
Xiaomi has introduced special Black Edition of Mi Note smartphone in China. Announced by Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun with Chinese famous singer Jason Zhang, the leather box which is handmade has Jason Zhang’s new music album and a special photo album. Xiaomi recently introduced Cherry Pink Mi Note for Women for its 5th anniversary and Special Bamboo Edition of Mi Note last month.
Facebook testing away message feature for Messenger app
Facebook is testing a new feature for its Messenger app that brings back the ‘away’ status option. The sidebar feature would allow users to show their current status and in turn see if their friends are online or away.
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Xiaomi Mi 4 16GB and 64GB price drops to Rs. 17999 and Rs. 21999 in India
Xiaomi recently announced a temporary price cut of Rs. 2,000 for Mi 4 variant during Mi Fan Festival on April 8th. Today the company has implemented permanent price cut for both the variants of the Mi 4. The 16GB variant is now available for Rs. 17,999, down from the launch price of Rs. 19,999 and the 64GB variant is available for Rs. 21,999, down from the launch price of Rs. 23,999. Continue reading “Xiaomi Mi 4 16GB and 64GB price drops to Rs. 17999 and Rs. 21999 in India”
Google “Find my Phone” feature comes to desktop
Google can now locate your missing Android phone by simple searching it via desktop. The search engine giant is now adding the ability for users to find their phone directly from web search.
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Infocus M2 Review
Infocus launched Infocus M2 3G smartphone in India last month on Snapdeal for Rs 4,999. We have recently seen the unboxing and photo gallery of the phone now lets see if the phone offers features worth its price tag. Continue reading “Infocus M2 Review”
Google rolls out Handwriting Input Keyboard app with support for 82 languages
Google has launched Handwriting Input Keyboard app that supports 82 languages and 20 distinct scripts. As the name suggests, the app lets you handwrite text on your Android phone or tablet without the use of a stylus.
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Ola raises $400 million in latest round of funding from DST Global and others
Ola has secured $400 million in latest round of funding from DST Global with participation from GIC, Falcon Edge Capital and existing investors SoftBank Group, Tiger Global Management, Steadview Capital and Accel Partners US.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 code named Xiaomi H3Y, may sport 1080p display
A latest rumor has suggested that Xiaomi is expected to launch a new phone at the event. Specs of a Xiaomi H3Y have been leaked which is said to be the Redmi Note 2.
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Meerkat kickstarts public beta for Android
Meerkat app is coming to Android. The popular live streaming app has opened its public beta and is allowing Android users to access the beta version of Android app.
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Google accused of Antitrust violation by European Union
The European Commission today formally accused Google of abusing its power when it comes to search and opened a separate probe into the company’s Android mobile operating system.
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Huawei P8max with 6.8-inch 1080p display, Octa-Core 64-bit processor announced
Huawei also announced P8max, a new smartphone in the P series along with the P8. It has a 6.8-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) JDI IPS-Neo full HD display with 83% screen-to-body ratio and Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protection, is powered by Huawei’s own Octa-Core Hisilicon Kirin 930/935 processor with Mali-T628 MP4 GPU and runs on Android 5.0 (Lollipop) with Huawei own Emotion UI 3.1 on top. It has a 13-megapixel rear camera with OIS, dual-tone flash and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Continue reading “Huawei P8max with 6.8-inch 1080p display, Octa-Core 64-bit processor announced”
Huawei P8 with 5.2-inch 1080p display, 6.4mm slim metallic body announced
Huawei has announced P8, the company’s latest flagship smartphone in the P series. It has a 5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) full HD IPS display with 78.3% screen-to-body ratio, is powered by Huawei’s own octa-core Hisilicon Kirin 930/935 processor with Mali-T628 MP4 GPU and runs on Android 5.0 (Lollipop) with Huawei own Emotion UI 3.1 on top. It has a 13-megapixel rear camera with OIS, dual-tone flash and a 8-megapixel front-facing camera. It also has spill-resistant nano coating. Continue reading “Huawei P8 with 5.2-inch 1080p display, 6.4mm slim metallic body announced”