Nokia 1, Nokia 4, Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 9 references revealed in Nokia camera app

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Back in December when the Nokia 5 got the Android Oreo beta release, an apk teardown revealed the references to features like the Telephoto, wide-angle features which hinted at the arrival of Nokia 9. Again today a further teardown of APK gives away the references to upcoming Nokia 1, Nokia 4, Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 9 devices.  Continue reading “Nokia 1, Nokia 4, Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 9 references revealed in Nokia camera app”

Nokia 2 to get Android 8.1 Oreo update directly, will include memory management features

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HMD Global’s Chief product officer Juho Sarvikas‏ has confirmed that Nokia 2 will get Android 8.1 Oreo update directly skipping 8.0 update. He hasn’t given any time frame but said that most of the Android 8.1 features would be available, including the memory management improvements, which is needed since the phone has only 1GB of RAM. Continue reading “Nokia 2 to get Android 8.1 Oreo update directly, will include memory management features”

HMD Global estimated to have shipped around 16 million Nokia phones in Q3 2017

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HMD Global since it started selling Nokia branded phones just over a year ago has said to have shipped around 16 million units in the Q3 2017. According to the market share report for Q3 2017 shared by analyst firms, they have witnessed strong demand for Android-powered Nokia phones and feature phones as well. Continue reading “HMD Global estimated to have shipped around 16 million Nokia phones in Q3 2017”

New Nokia camera app reveals Telephoto, wide-angle support ahead of arrival of Nokia 9

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Nokia 5 Android 8.0 Oreo Beta update was made available two days ago, while it brings latest OS on the table, there are hidden surprising features in the updated camera app. Nokiamob in association with Suomimobiili.fi have discovered interesting “hidden” features. Continue reading “New Nokia camera app reveals Telephoto, wide-angle support ahead of arrival of Nokia 9”

Nokia 5 Android 8.0 Oreo beta update starts rolling out, coming to Nokia 6 soon

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After Nokia 8, HMD global has started rolling out the beta update for the Nokia 5. The company’s Chief product officer; Juho Sarvikas has announced the same on Twitter. Just as it promised, HMD Global has been rolling out updates to every Nokia phone one after the other. Continue reading “Nokia 5 Android 8.0 Oreo beta update starts rolling out, coming to Nokia 6 soon”

BlackBerry loses dispute against Nokia, agrees to pay $137 million

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BlackBerry has announced that the International Chamber of Commerce’s International Court of Arbitration has ruled against the company in a contract dispute with Nokia Corporation and has agreed to pay $137 million.  Continue reading “BlackBerry loses dispute against Nokia, agrees to pay $137 million”

Best Smartphones Under 10000 in India (Updated on October 2017)

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Which is the best smartphone for Rs.10000?

Best Android smartphone for Rs.10000?

Suggest a smartphone for Rs.10000?

These are the questions, we are often asked about on social media platforms and Youtube channels. In a way of addressing these questions and to make your life more relaxed, we have researched and narrowed down 10 smartphones that you can consider, before confirming your purchase decisions. The below list is purely based on the performance and “Value For Money” factor. The smartphones below are ranked randomly and the number means nothing. Do have a look at it. Continue reading “Best Smartphones Under 10000 in India (Updated on October 2017)”

HMD Global launches Android 8.0 Beta testing program for Nokia 8

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HMD Global has launched the Nokia phones beta labs which will allow Nokia smartphone users to test the Android 8.0 Oreo beta before the final OTA update rolls out. The company has started the beta testing with the Nokia 8, however, the Nokia 3, 5 and 6 will follow soon.

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HMD Global schedules an event on October 19 in China, Nokia 7 expected?

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HMD Global has scheduled an event in China on October 19th in China where the company is expected to launch a brand new phone. Currently, there is no clear information as to what the company might introduce because of the multiple possibilities. The company might launch the Nokia 8 variants in China or announce a brand new model altogether.

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Nokia 8 Review: The Reliable Flagship

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It’s probably fair to say that there’s a bit of nostalgia associated with the Nokia brand. Most cellphone enthusiasts have sported one at some point in their life and others continue to swear by the legacy of the brand. There was a collective hurrah in the tech reviewer/journalist/blogger community when HMD Global first announced its comeback. Rooting for the underdog while maintaining a degree of skepticism, it was a bit disappointing to see the entry-level, mid-range offerings at MWC. The question on everyone’s mind was obvious. Where’s our flagship, Nokia? Fast forward 6 months and the company has delivered. The Nokia 8 is here and is raring to recapture the throne. Continue reading “Nokia 8 Review: The Reliable Flagship”

Nokia to cut up to 310 jobs, kills off OZO VR camera development

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Nokia is planning to slash up to 300 jobs in Nokia Technologies, mainly in Finland, the US and the UK. The company is also halting development of its virtual reality camera OZO that was announced in 2015. Continue reading “Nokia to cut up to 310 jobs, kills off OZO VR camera development”

Nokia 6 Review

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A few years back, Nokia used to be the house hold name, but in its absence, many smartphone makers climbed up the ladder to what they are now. After going through a lot, Finnish-based handset maker Nokia made its come back in the smartphone industry, in-ties with HMD global. Aiming at the mid-range market, Nokia 6 was launched in the Indian market at a price tag of priced at Rs. 14,999. Continue reading “Nokia 6 Review”

Nokia Android smartphones will get Android 8.0 Oreo update, confirms HMD Global

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All Nokia Android smartphones will get the Android 8.0 Oreo update. Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer of HMD Global has confirmed via Twitter that Nokia 3, Nokia 5, Nokia 6 and Nokia 8 will get the Android Oreo update. Continue reading “Nokia Android smartphones will get Android 8.0 Oreo update, confirms HMD Global”

Nokia and Xiaomi sign multi year patent agreement and cross licensing deal

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Nokia and Chinese handset maker Xiaomi Technology have signed a multi-year patent licensing agreement. Xiaomi also acquired patent assets from Nokia as part of the transaction. The deal also includes a cross license to each company’s cellular standard essential patents.

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Nokia officially re-brands Withings with launch of new digital health products

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Nokia has finally completed re-branding of Withings, the health tech company it acquired last year. The company had announced in February that it will relaunch all the connected health devices under its own brand later this year. Post re-branding, Nokia trackers, scales, vital health devices and home products will now be available in-store and online through top retailers. Continue reading “Nokia officially re-brands Withings with launch of new digital health products”