MIUI 11 Global launch set for October 16 alongside Redmi Note 8 Pro in India

Xiaomi introduced MIUI 11, the next major MIUI update in China last month, and stable MIUI 11 for the first set of devices is already rolling out in China. Today MIUI India has officially confirmed that the global launch for MIUI 11 will happen on October 16th, along with the Redmi Note 8 Pro launch.

Nokia 8.1 Android 10 stable update starts rolling out

HMD Global has started rolling out Android 10 update for its Nokia 8.1, which makes it the first Nokia phone to get the update. It got Android Q beta update long back. Android 10 brings number of additional privacy and security features for users, as well as Dark Theme, Smart Reply, Focus mode, dedicated ‘Privacy … Continue reading “Nokia 8.1 Android 10 stable update starts rolling out”

Motorola One Macro Review – Macro for the Masses

Starting with One Power, Motorola has been consistently releasing devices with a focus on features that are highlighted with branding. The One Power was all about battery life, the One Vision was all about the low light camera with a big aperture and OIS, the One Action was all about that wide angle action camera … Continue reading “Motorola One Macro Review – Macro for the Masses”

Realme X2 Pro with 6.5-inch FHD+ 20:9 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display, Snapdragon 855 Plus, 64MP quad rear cameras to be announced on October 15

Update: October 10, 2019 – realme has shared more images of the X2 Pro that also shows the white version and 3.5mm audio jack on the bottom.

Andy Rubin teases a radically re-imagined compact smartphone – GEM

Andy Rubin, creator of Android and CEO of Essential just tweeted out a colorful glimpse into one of the most radically re-imagined compact smartphones we have ever seen. It’s long, it’s thin, there’s a huge camera at the back and also a fingerprint scanner. The guys at Essential call this device “GEM” and the first … Continue reading “Andy Rubin teases a radically re-imagined compact smartphone – GEM”

Google rolls out October 2019 security update for Pixel devices, also available for Essential Phone

Google has started rolling out new over-the-air (OTA) update for Pixel devices and also posted factory images as part of monthly Android Security release for October. The latest security update is the first after Android 10 update that was released recently.

Instagram Dark mode arrives for Android and iOS

Update: After testing it recently, Instagram has started rolling out Dark mode feature in the stable release for both Android and iOS. The company says it will automatically work on iOS 13 and Android 10 once you turn dark mode on your phone. However, if your Android phone supports dark mode (Samsung’s One UI, Xiaomi’s … Continue reading “Instagram Dark mode arrives for Android and iOS”

OnePlus 7T Pro teased on Amazon India ahead of launch on October 10

OnePlus launched its 7T smartphone in India last week. Today the company has started teasing the OnePlus 7T Pro ahead of India launch on October 10th. Even though the company mentions it only as OnePlus 7T series, URL on Amazon India website confirms it is indeed the 7T Pro.

Realme X2 Pro with Snapdragon 855 Plus, FHD+ 20:9 90Hz Fluid AMOLED display, 50W SuperVOOC fast charging confirmed [Update: Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos]

Update: October 5, 2019: realme has confirmed Dual Stereo Speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res audio certification for the phone. We just have to wait for the release date.

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL detailed specs, more renders, Dual Exposure Camera Controls, new Google Assistant surface

Google is all set to unveil the Pixel 4 Series at an event in New York on 15th October and a plethora of leaks, rumours, and renders have been surfacing including a leaked video revealing the Pixel 4 XL in full glory. Today, more details about the Pixel 4 Series have leaked including detailed specifications, … Continue reading “Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL detailed specs, more renders, Dual Exposure Camera Controls, new Google Assistant surface”

Redmi 8 with 6.2-inch display, up to 4GB RAM, dual rear cameras, 5000mAh battery launching in India on October 9 on Flipkart

Update: October 3, 2019 — Xiaomi has confirmed that Redmi 8 will launch in India on October 9th on Flipkart. India VP Manu jain has also teased 4GB + 64GB version for the phone.

Xiaomi could introduce Mi CC9 Pro with Snapdragon 730G, 108MP camera on October 24

Xiaomi introduced  Mi CC9 and Mi CC9e smartphones in China back in July. The Mi CC9e was later introduced as Mi A3 in the Android One lineup. Now new rumors from China have surfaced saying that Mi CC9e Pro in the CC series could be introduced at the end of October.

PLAYFIT 21 and PLAYFIT 53 fitness bands, PLAYGO N23 Bluetooth Neckband Earphones with 20h playback launched starting at Rs. 1299

After the launch of PLAYFIT SW75 smartwatch, Delhi-based startup has launched new wearables and audio products that includes PLAYFIT 21 and 53 fitness bands and PLAYGO N23 Neckband Earphones on Amazon.