OnePlus One gets official stock Android 4.4.4 ROM

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OnePlus One that runs on CyanogenMod 11S is already based on AOSP version of Android 4.4 (KitKat). Today OncePlus has released its own version of stock Android version 4.4.4 based on AOSP for those who prefer pure Android without any CyanogenMod customizations and features such as CM Account. It is still a work in progress so there are some issues that needs to be fixed, says OnePlus. So try it at your own risk since there might be a lot of bugs and errors. Continue reading “OnePlus One gets official stock Android 4.4.4 ROM”

Samsung Gear VR Manager screenshots leaked

We already know that Samsung is working on a Virtual Reality headset for its Galaxy devices. Today, more information about the VR has surfaced in a new leak. SamMobile has posted some screenshots of the Gear VR manager app that will control the Samsung Gear VR.

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OnePlus One Unboxing and First Impressions

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OnePlus, a technology startup announced the OnePlus One, the company’s first smartphone after a lot of hype. We managed to get an invite to buy the phone. The phone packs top-end specifications and premium build, but comes at a competitive price of just $299 for the 16GB variant and $349 for the 64GB variant. The company calls it as “2014 flagship killer”. We have the 64GB variant in Sandstone Blackcolor. It runs on CyanogenMod 11S based on Android 4.4 (KitKat). Here is the video to show you what the device looks – Continue reading “OnePlus One Unboxing and First Impressions”

Asus Zenfone 6 Photo Gallery

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Asus launched Zenfone series of smartphones in India earlier this month. The Zenfone 6, the top-end model in the series with a 6-inch HD display was launched at Rs. 16,999. We brought you the unboxing and the benchmarks of the smartphone recently, here we have the photo gallery of the smartphone. Continue reading “Asus Zenfone 6 Photo Gallery”

Opera and Myntra team up to make shopping easy

Opera and Myntra have joined hands in a bid to allow easy shopping to its users on mobile. The popular mobile browser maker has added Myntra to one of its Speed Dial start screen on Opera Mini.

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Kit: High Power 20,800 mAh Dual USB Portable Charger Review

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As smartphones get more powerful with even greater capabilities, it is battery technology that still hasn’t really caught up. Chipset manufacturers like Qualcomm are doing phenomenal research to reduce power draw but the fact of the matter is that it is hard to find a modern smartphone that can last much over a day. This would also explain the huge variety of portable battery packs or power banks available in the market. Most portable battery packs are in the range of 2,400 to 5000 mAh. Occasionally they also step up to 10,000 mAh. Today we take a look at the Kit: High Power. A battery pack that promises to hold 20,800 mAh of charge. How does it perform? Read on to find out. Continue reading “Kit: High Power 20,800 mAh Dual USB Portable Charger Review”

Line app for Android and iOS gets ‘Hidden Chat’ feature

Line has updated its mobile apps on Android and iOS with feature similar to Snapchat. The Japanese chat messenger has added a ‘Hidden Chat’ feature that enables users to send messages and photos that disappear after a limited time.

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Sony Xperia Z3 specifications surface – 5.15-inch 1080p display and Snapdragon 801 SoC

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Rumors about the Sony Xperia Z3 (D6653) started few weeks back. Earlier this month a screenshot from the smartphone revealed the model number, Snapdragon 801 processor, 1080p display and Android 4.4 (KitKat) OS. Now @evleaks has revealed more details about the smartphone. According to the leak, the smartphone would feature a 5.15-inch 1080p display, 20.7-megapixel rear camera with Sony G lens and a 2.1-megapixel front-facing camera.

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Vh1 app released for Android, iPhone, iPad and Windows Phone

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Vh1, one of the popular international music and entertainment channels has launched its mobile apps in India. This enables users enjoy videos and episodes of shows airing on the channel available on the website, get celebrity gossips, Vh1 Charts, International Music and Entertainment News, view Twitter feed of your favorite artists and more on-the-go.
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Skype 5.0 for Android adds contact syncing support

Skype has updated Android app with support for syncing contacts from your phone’s address book. The 5.0 update will prompt users to add their phone number and verify it. It will use your contact list and find users with Skype accounts. After verifying your number the Skype app will use it to allow other users to find you.

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Aircel launches Micromax Canvas Beat music smartphone with bundled offers for Rs. 9999

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Aircel has partnered with Micromax to launch Canvas Beat, a new music smartphone. It went on sale recently as Canvas Beat A114R and packs a 5-inch (960 x 540 pixels) IPS display, powered by 1.2 GHz quad-core Broadcom BCM23550 processor with Vidcore IV GPU and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). It has a 8-megapixel auto focus rear camera with LED Flash and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. It comes with dual SIM support, similar to other Canvas smartphones.

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Google Maps for Android and iPhone updated with new ‘Explore’ feature

Google is adding a new feature to its mobile apps on Android and iPhone that will let users discover new places. Dubbed as ‘Explore’ the feature offers users about important and happening places nearby their destination.

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Oplus XonPhone 5 with 5-inch HD display, Android 4.4 launched for Rs. 7999

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Oplus has launched XonPhone 5, the company’s latest smartphone as we reported. It has a 5-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD IPS display based on one-glass-solution, powered by a 1.3 GHz quad-core MediaTek MT6582 processor and runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat). It has a 8-megapixel rear camera with LED Flash and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. Continue reading “Oplus XonPhone 5 with 5-inch HD display, Android 4.4 launched for Rs. 7999”

LG reports Q2 2014 earnings, record 14.5 million smartphones shipped

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LG Electronics has announced their earnings for Q2 2014, in which it has reported net profit of 412 billion Won (US$ 399.8 million) with operating profits of 606 billion Won (US$ 588.5 million). Mobile communications sector earned revenues of 3.62 trillion Korean Won (US$ 3.51 billion), 16% increase YoY. The company has put an end to three consecutive quarters of losses in the mobile division. Continue reading “LG reports Q2 2014 earnings, record 14.5 million smartphones shipped”