Microsoft introduces Windows Hello for simple and secure logins

Microsoft has announced a new feature dubbed as Windows Hello, that will let you bid adieu to passwords. Users of the upcoming Windows 10 operating system will be able to sign in to their devices using their fingerprint, their face or even the iris of their eye.

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Xiaomi now selling accessories including Power Banks through official website in India

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Earlier this year there was a report that said that Xiaomi will sell its smartphones via its own website in India. Now it has started selling its accessories and power banks through its own website in India. It is now selling Redmi Note Flip Case, Redmi Soft Gel Protective Case, Mi In-Ear Headphone (Piston), Mi In-Ear Headphones (Basic) and both the Mi power banks on their website. Continue reading “Xiaomi now selling accessories including Power Banks through official website in India”

OnePlus One Cyanogen OS 12S and OxygenOS to roll out by the end of March

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OnePlus has finally announced the release dates of Cyanogen OS 12S and OxygenOS for the OnePlus One smartphone. Even though Cyanogen OS 12S entered the Quality Assurance/Quality Engineering stage last month, it faced some technical issues that delayed the release. OnePlus unveiled new OxygenOS logo last month. At that time it said that will be free of any bloatware and will be clean is streamlined for performance. It also said that it can offer better localization and faster updates with the new ROM. It already promised that it will release OxygenOS ROM this month. Continue reading “OnePlus One Cyanogen OS 12S and OxygenOS to roll out by the end of March”

Xiaomi introduces Mi Note Special Bamboo Edition

Xiaomi Mi Note Bamboo Edition

Xiaomi has introduced special Mi Note Natural Bamboo Edition in China. It has bamboo finish on the back with unique texture. The back is just 0.9 mm thick and involves 19 processing procedures to maintain the smoothness of the bamboo. It is 5 grams lighter than the standard Mi Note smartphone. Continue reading “Xiaomi introduces Mi Note Special Bamboo Edition”

Lava Iris X1 Grand gets Android 5.0 Lollipop update

Lava Iris X1 Grand Android Lollipop

Lava has released Android 5.0 (Lollipop) update for Iris X1 Grand smartphone. It was launched back in January this year and the company had promised to offer Lollipop update for the smartphone at the launch. To remind you, the Iris X1 Grand has a 5-inch (854 x 480 pixels) IPS display, is powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6582M processor with Mali-400 GPU, comes with 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory with expansion slot, has a 8MP rear camera with dual LED Flash,  2MP front-facing camera and a 2200mAh battery. Continue reading “Lava Iris X1 Grand gets Android 5.0 Lollipop update”

HDFC Bank launches Chillr instant money transfer app for Android and iPhone

HDFC Bank Chillr

HDFC Bank has launched Chillr, a mobile app that allows users to instantly transfer money to any contact in their phone book 24×7 since it is linked to customer’s bank account. The bank has partnered with MobME, a Kochi-based technology firm, to launch the app. It is available for Android and iOS platform currently, but it will soon be launched for Windows Phone, said the company. Continue reading “HDFC Bank launches Chillr instant money transfer app for Android and iPhone”

Samsung Galaxy Tab A with 8-inch and 9.7-inch displays, Android 5.0, 4G LTE announced

Samsung Galaxy Tab A

Samsung has introduced Galaxy Tab A in Russia, after a month it was leaked. The Galaxy Tab A series comes in 8-inch and 9.7-inch displays with a resolution of 1024×768 pixels. Both these are powered by 1.2GHz quad-core (Snapdragon 410 probably) processors, runs on Android 5.0 (Lollipop), come with a 5-megapixel rear camera and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. These are just 7.5 mm thick, much thinner than its earlier mid-range tablets. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Tab A with 8-inch and 9.7-inch displays, Android 5.0, 4G LTE announced”

Google Street View adds 31 new Indian Archaeological sites

Google is offering a treat for history lovers and online explorers. The company has added  31 new Indian Archaeological sites and monuments on Google Maps and the Google Cultural Institute.

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Pinterest secures $367 million in funding, valuation hits $11 billion

Pinterest has raised $367 million in latest round of funding that will lead the company’s valuation to $11 billion. The funding was led by Andreessen Horowitz and Bessemer Venture Partnersseen, as per a regulatory filing.

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Sony Xperia E4 dual launched in India for Rs. 12490

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Sony has launched the Xperia E4 dual smartphone in India. It was announced ahead of MWC 2015 and packs a a 5-inch qHD IPS display, is powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek SoC, runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat), comes with a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. Continue reading “Sony Xperia E4 dual launched in India for Rs. 12490”

Google Now update adds ability to send hangout message with voice command

Google Now has received an update on Android that will make it easy to send out a message. Users can now “send a Hangout Message” using simple voice commands.

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OnePlus 10,000 mAh Power Bank goes on sale in the US, coming to India soon

OnePlus 10000mAh Power Bank

OnePlus launched its 10,000mAh OnePlus Power Bank back in December last year. It is now on sale in the U.S. though the official online store. One Plus says that it is working out the logistics process for a smoother shipping experience for Europe and India, so we can expect it to launch here soon. Continue reading “OnePlus 10,000 mAh Power Bank goes on sale in the US, coming to India soon”