Google Play Store 5.0 gets more Material Design features

Google has updated Play Store with new features and refreshed look from the Material Design. The Play Store which is now updated to version 5.0.31 focuses on Google’s new design language and user experience ahead of its Android L rollout.

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HTC RE Camera Hands On

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HTC unleashed the RE Camera at the ‘Double Exposure’ event in the US earlier this week. The camera which is an action camera like the GoPro is small and portable. At first glance the camera looks like a small PVC pipe or an inhaler. Encompassed in plastic body, the camera has a 16 megapixel sensor, with a 146 degree wide-angle lens, capable of recording full HD video and 120 fps slow motion video at 720p.  Continue reading “HTC RE Camera Hands On”

iBall Slide 3G 6095-D20 Android 4.4 tablet with dual SIM and voice calling launched for Rs. 7299

iBall Slide 3G 6095-D20

iBall has launched Slide 3G 6095-D20, the company’s latest budget tablet. It has a 6.95 inch (1024 x 600 pixels) display, powered by a 1.3GHz dual-core processor and runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat). It has a 2-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a 0.3-megapixel front-facing camera. It has dual SIM support, 3G connectivity and voice calling capabilities. It is 8.9mm thick and has leather-like textured back cover.

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Microsoft introduces Smart Cash Back offers, cash back on Lumia 530 and Lumia 630

Lumia Smart Cash Back India

Microsoft has introduced new cash back offers for the Lumia 530 and Lumia 630 smartphones in India for the festive season. Under this offers, users can get the Lumia 530 Dual SIM smartphone at Rs. Rs. 6198 and the Lumia 630 Dual SIM at Rs. Rs. 9498, after cash back of Rs. 1001 and Rs. 1501, respectively. These smartphones are actually available for much cheaper rates compared to rates even with cash back offers. Continue reading “Microsoft introduces Smart Cash Back offers, cash back on Lumia 530 and Lumia 630”

Glympse Express location sharing app launched for Android

Glympse, a popular time limited sharing app has introduced a new app dubbed as Glympse Express. Available exclusively for Android, the app allows users to share their location with any contact, app or service instantly.

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OnePlus partners with JBL for an event in China on October 13

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OnePlus and JBL have partnered for an event in Beijing, China on October 13th. The invite on their weibo page translates to It is time to pull the boom out! OnePlus introduced Silver Bullet Earphones last month, so this could be a speaker with some new audio technology. Continue reading “OnePlus partners with JBL for an event in China on October 13”

HTC One M8 EYE with 13MP rear camera goes official in China

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HTC unveiled the Desire EYE at the Double Exposure event in New York earlier this week, but it did not announce the One M8 EYE that was leaked recently. Now  the smartphone has gone official in China on the official website. Specifications of the smartphone are similar to the HTC One M8, but this has a 13-megapixel rear camera instead of the Ultrapixel camera, similar to the Butterfly 2. It has the same 5-megapixel front-facing camera, similar to the One M8. Continue reading “HTC One M8 EYE with 13MP rear camera goes official in China”

Amazon reportedly eyeing Jabong acquisition

Amazon is in initial stage of talks to buy fashion and lifestyle portal Jabong, according to a report from the Economic Times (ET). The US based online retail giant is eyeing the acquisition to enhance its fashion offerings, as per four source of ET.

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HTC One M8 v3.28.401.6 update with Eye experience starts rolling out in Europe

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HTC unveiled the Desire EYE smartphone with a new Eye experience yesterday. It promised to bring the Eye experience to other HTC smartphones, including the company’s current flagship, HTC One (M8). Now the company has started rolling out the update for the HTC One M8 smartphone. The Eye experience brings Face Tracking, Screen Share, Split Capture, Face Fusion, Live Makeup, Auto Selfie, Voice Selfie, Photo Booth, Crop Me In and more. Continue reading “HTC One M8 v3.28.401.6 update with Eye experience starts rolling out in Europe”

Nexus 6 with 5.9-inch screen expected this month: Report

Following several rumors and leaks, the Nexus 6 is expected to be announced this month, according to a latest report from the Wall Street Journal. The next flagship phone from Google that is codenamed as ‘Shamu’ will have a large 5.9 inch screen.

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Apple and Google reign as world’s most valuable brands

Apple and Google have become the most valuable brands in the world, as per Interbrand’s 15th edition of the Best Global Brands Report. The iPhone and iPad maker which is valued at $118.9 billion, has topped the list followed by Google which is valued at $107.43 billion. While the former increased its brand value by 21 percent, the latter increased by 15 percent.

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Motorola Camera app updated with remote shutter for Android Wear devices

Motorola has updated its camera app with support for Android Wear devices. The update brings remote shutter control to Android Wear smartwatches.

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Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 with 8 and 10 inch full HD displays, Android 4.4 or Windows 8.1 options announced

Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 (10-inch)

Lenovo has introduced new Yoga Tablet 2 models, an upgrade from last year’s Yoga Tablet 8 and Yoga Tablet 10. These come in 8-inch and 10-inch variants with Full HD (1920×1200) IPS displays and Android 4.4 or Windows 8.1 options. These are powered by a  powered by a quad-core Intel Atom Z3745 Processor (up to 1.86 GHz), have unique convertible design and a new Hang mode. The 10-inch models have Clamshell Bluetooth Keyboard Dock and optional Bluetooth AccuType keyboard cover. Continue reading “Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 with 8 and 10 inch full HD displays, Android 4.4 or Windows 8.1 options announced”

Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 Pro with 13.3-inch WQHD display, Android 4.4, integrated projector announced

Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 Pro

Lenovo has announced the Yoga Tablet 2 Pro, the company’s latest Android tablet in Yoga series. It has a 13.3-inch  (2560 x 1440 pixels) WQHD  IPS Display, powered by a quad-core Intel Atom Z3745 Processor (up to 1.86 GHz) and runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat). It has a new design compared to last year’s Yoga tablet. It has a battery cylinder and includes four modes – Hold, Stand, Tilt or Hang. Continue reading “Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 Pro with 13.3-inch WQHD display, Android 4.4, integrated projector announced”