CyanogenMod 14.1 nightly builds now available for Redmi Note 3, Mi Max, Moto X 2014 and more

CyanogenMod announced CM14.1 based on Android 7.1 Nougat last month. It released CM14.1 nightly builds for Moto G 1st and 2nd gen devices, Xiaomi Mi 4, OnePlus 3 and more in the first wave, later it released the update for Moto G (3rd Gen) and more devices, now it has released the update for  Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 (Snapdragon … Continue reading “CyanogenMod 14.1 nightly builds now available for Redmi Note 3, Mi Max, Moto X 2014 and more”

Idea launches new packs with unlimited voice calling and data bundle for prepaid customers

After Airtel, Idea cellular has launched two new packs for its pre-paid customers that offer unlimited voice calls along with data benefits. The Rs. 148 pack offers 300 MB 4G data and free Local and STD Idea-to-Idea calls. The Rs. 348 pack offers free Local and STD calls to any network in India along with 1GB 4G data. These packs also … Continue reading “Idea launches new packs with unlimited voice calling and data bundle for prepaid customers”

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 MIUI 8.1.1.0 Android 6.0 Marshmallow update starts rolling out in India

Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 3 (Pro) with Snapdragon 650 in India running MIUI 7 based on Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) back in March earlier this year starting at Rs. 9999. Later it got the MIUI 8 update, but the Android version was the same, now the company has finally started rolling out Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) update for … Continue reading “Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 MIUI 8.1.1.0 Android 6.0 Marshmallow update starts rolling out in India”

Microsoft officially completes $26.2 billion LinkedIn acquisition

Microsoft’s LinkedIn acquisition is a done deal six months after it was official announcement in June this year. The deal recently got a green signal from EU regulators. As a result of the acquisition, Jeff Weiner will remain CEO of LinkedIn, reporting to Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft.

Xiaomi Yeelight Smart LED Ceiling Light with dust-proof design announced

Xiaomi today announced new Yeelight LED Ceiling Light on its Mi Smart Home platform. It promises fast installation in just 5 minutes, has Ra95 color rendering index, moonlight night-light and has IP60 ratings for dust resistance. It is also a smart light that lets you change the color using its proprietary app for Android and iOS.

Xiaomi schedules an event on December 12, new Mi electric car or bike expected

Xiaomi under its sub-brand Mi Ecosystem, which is also known as MIJIA has scheduled an event on December 12th to introduce a new gadget, which could be the company’s first electric car or an electric bike. The teaser has car tire mark, which confirms it’s a vehicle. Text in the teaser says that it will have … Continue reading “Xiaomi schedules an event on December 12, new Mi electric car or bike expected”

Bluetooth 5 with 4x range, 2x speed to hit new devices in coming months

Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) had made Bluetooth 5 official in June this year. Now, the SIG has adopted Bluetooth 5 as the latest version of the Bluetooth core specification and manufacturers will now be able to build it into their devices.

Microsoft, Qualcomm partner to bring Windows 10 to next-gen Snapdragon processors

Microsoft and Qualcomm just announced at the WinHEC (Windows Hardware Engineering Community) event in Shenzhen, China that Windows 10 is coming to the next-generation of Snapdragon mobile processors, years after it failed to bring Windows to ARM chips in the form of Windows RT with Surface with Windows RT and Nokia Lumia 2520.

Micromax Vdeo 1 and Vdeo 2 with metal back, Android 6.0, 4G VoLTE launched starting at Rs. 4440

Micromax has launched Vdeo 1 and Vdeo 2, two new budget smartphones with 4G VoLTE support. Both these also come pre-loaded with Google Duo video calling app out of the box and also come bundled with Jio SIM card. These have a metal back cover and run Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). The Vdeo 1 and Vdeo 2 feature … Continue reading “Micromax Vdeo 1 and Vdeo 2 with metal back, Android 6.0, 4G VoLTE launched starting at Rs. 4440”

Samsung Galaxy S8 might not have 3.5mm audio jack and home button

Recently we reported that the Samsung’s upcoming flagship, the Galaxy S8 will feature stereo speakers like the iPhone 7. Now a new report says that it might ditch the 3.5mm audio jack, similar to the iPhone 7. Samsung could bundle Level Bluetooth headset for the early buyers of the Galaxy S8.