Android Wear Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out

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After being in the beta stage for over a month, Android 8.0 Oreo update for Android Wear finally starts rolling out from today. Google has started taking the beta registrations for eligible models back in October. Continue reading “Android Wear Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out”

Micromax Bharat 5 with 5.2-inch HD display, 5000mAh battery launched for Rs. 5555

Micromax Bharat 5

Micromax today has launched the Bharat 5 smartphone just as it had promised. It is the latest budget segment device in the Bharat series, it sports a 5.2-inches HD display, 1GB RAM, and a massive 5000mAh battery.  Continue reading “Micromax Bharat 5 with 5.2-inch HD display, 5000mAh battery launched for Rs. 5555”

HTC U11 Life Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out

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HTC has started rolling out Android 8.0 Oreo update for the US unlocked U11 Life as confirmed by the company’s Mo Versi, VP, Product Management on Twitter. While the international U11 Life which is powered by Android-One already runs on Stock Android 8.0, the U11 Life US model was launched last month running Android 7.1.1 Nougat with Sense U.I. Continue reading “HTC U11 Life Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out”

Microsoft Edge browser launched for Android and iOS

Microsoft Edge for iOS and Android

Back in October, Microsoft released the beta preview of the Edge browser for Android and iOS and today the company has launched the browser that is available for both iOS and Android. The app was under testing period the last month and after collecting feedback from testers, Microsoft today has made it public. Continue reading “Microsoft Edge browser launched for Android and iOS”

Google identifies fix for Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL random reboots, to roll in coming weeks

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Many users have reported about the random reboots of Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL and had to wait for Google to identify the root cause of the issue before it pushes out an update. The company has finally identified a fix for the issue, though specifics weren’t discussed. Continue reading “Google identifies fix for Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL random reboots, to roll in coming weeks”

Sony Xperia X Performance Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out

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Just as it promised, Sony is now rolling out Android 8.0 Oreo update to Xperia X Performance two days after it pushed the update for Xperia XZ and Xperia XZs. The new update comes with a build number 41.3.A.0.401, and the update is live on both the single SIM (F8131) and dual-SIM (F8132) versions. Continue reading “Sony Xperia X Performance Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out”

Gboard v6.8 brings handwriting keyboard, to get Motion Stills for GIF creation and more

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Gboard after bringing 40 additional languages support in the previous update is now receiving yet another update with version number v6.8. The new update brings features like handwriting keyboards; planning Motion Stills integration and more. Continue reading “Gboard v6.8 brings handwriting keyboard, to get Motion Stills for GIF creation and more”

Samsung files multiple patents for smartphones with full-screen display

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Samsung has filed multiple smartphone patents to house the Antenna bands on the frame of both full-screen display and traditional units. The company has filed the patents at the Korean Intellectual Property Rights Information Service. Continue reading “Samsung files multiple patents for smartphones with full-screen display”

OnePlus 5T vs Nokia 8 – What’s Different

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As promised, OnePlus has launched the much expected OnePlus 5T at an event in Brooklyn, New York. This iteration comes with a major overhaul in the display department sporting a 6.01 inch 1080p 18:9 aspect ratio Optic AMOLED screen. Apart from other differences including camera, fingerprint scanner, it shares similar hardware with its predecessor OnePlus 5Continue reading “OnePlus 5T vs Nokia 8 – What’s Different”

WhatsApp adds Live Location Sharing for Android and iOS

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WhatsApp is rolling out a new live location sharing feature on both Android and iOS today. You could choose to share your real-time location for 15 minutes, 1 hour or 8 hours with your loved ones in chat message with a single person or a group. I always dislike giving directions to people over phone and have always relied on WhatsApp location sharing feature to keep it simple. This new update makes location sharing even more seamless.

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Razer phone with dual rear cameras surface in live image

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It is a known fact by now that Razer has planned its ‘biggest unveiling’ event on November 1st. Going by the teaser image which the company teased, it looked like Razer might be launching they’re first ever smartphone at the event. Much to our expectations, it looks like it indeed is a  smartphone that is coming as the device is now being spotted online. Continue reading “Razer phone with dual rear cameras surface in live image”

Panasonic Eluga Ray 700 First Impressions

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Off late, Panasonic has been churning out some value for money smartphones featuring quality specs and its proprietary AI-powered virtual assistant — ARBO, under Eluga series. Following the suit, Panasonic has yet again expanded its portfolio with another mid-ranger dubbed as Eluga Ray 700. Continue reading “Panasonic Eluga Ray 700 First Impressions”

Micromax Evok Dual Note Review

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It is so obvious that the Micromax is desperately trying to secure its place in the Indian smartphone market. In an aim to up their game and compete with other companies, Micromax recently launched the Evok Dual Note with dual rear cameras at sub Rs. 10,000 segment. Continue reading “Micromax Evok Dual Note Review”

Comio S1 Review

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Back in August, China-based Topwise Communication made its entry into the Indian market with the launch of Comio S1 and a couple of mobiles. The Comio S1 comes in Royal Black and Sunrise Gold colors and is priced at Rs. 8,999. Placed perfectly amid other mid-range smartphones, does it pass with flying colors? Let’s check it out. Continue reading “Comio S1 Review”