HERE Maps for Android beta now lets you share your route

HERE Maps released a beta program for Android in July and has been updating the app with periodic updates. Today, the HERE Android beta app has received an update that lets you share your route.

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Nokia C1 Android smartphone surfaces in live photos

A latest set of leaked photos are suggesting that Nokia is making a comeback in smartphone business with an Android device. Live images of the phone that is dubbed as Nokia C1 has surfaced in a new leak.

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Nokia 105 Dual SIM launched in India for Rs. 1419

Microsoft has launched Nokia 105 Dual SIM, an affordable feature phone in India. It is the successor of the single SIM variant of the Nokia 105 that was released back in 2013. The new Nokia 105 that was introduced back in June has a  sleek, and durable design, features a 1.45-inch (128 x 128 pixels) LCD screen and comes with a extended phonebook capacity that can store up to 2,000 contacts. It also includes features like torchlight and FM radio as well. Continue reading “Nokia 105 Dual SIM launched in India for Rs. 1419”

Nokia 222 and Nokia 222 Dual SIM affordable Internet-enabled phones announced

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Microsoft just announced Nokia 222 and Nokia 222 Dual SIM, the company’s latest affordable internet-enabled feature phones. These are the successors of last year’s Nokia 220 and 220 Dual SIM and have a similar 2.4-inch (320 x 240 pixel) QVGA LCD screens and a T9 keypad. These have a 2-megapixel fixed-focus rear camera and come with 2G connectivity. These run on Nokia Series 30+ OS, measure 116mm x 50mm x 12.9mm and weigh just 79 grams. Continue reading “Nokia 222 and Nokia 222 Dual SIM affordable Internet-enabled phones announced”

Updated start menu and lock screen coming to Windows RT as part of final update

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Windows RT is dead. That much has been made clear by Microsoft time and time again. The operating system that was expected to become the darling of tablet users seeking productivity found almost no takers. That said, Microsoft has always maintained that it will give the operating system one final update that will bring it closer to Windows 10 in terms of experience. Continue reading “Updated start menu and lock screen coming to Windows RT as part of final update”

Nokia officially sells HERE Maps to Audi, BMW and Mercedes for $3.07 billion

Nokia has officially sold HERE Maps to three German carmakers – Audi, BMW and Mercedes for Euro 2.8 billion ($3.1 billion). The announcement comes days after the deal was reported last month.

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Nokia unveils 360 degree virtual reality Ozo camera

Nokia has forayed into the virtual reality market by taking wraps off a virtual reality camera dubbed as Ozo. The next-generation camera that was tipped to launch last week, helps users capture 360-degree video and audio.

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Audi, BMW and Daimler planning to take over Nokia’s HERE Mapping Division for US$ 2.7 Billion

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Apparently Audi, BMW and Daimler have decided to join forces in order to purchase the HERE mapping division from Nokia. It seems that they have agreed to purchase it “in principle”.

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HERE introduces HD Maps for automated vehicle tests in US, France, Germany and Japan

HERE is making high-definition (HD) mapping data of sections of public roads in US, France, Germany and Japan to all automotive companies to support their highly automated vehicle initiatives.

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Microsoft rolling out firmware update to enable 4G support for some Lumia phones in India

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Microsoft India is currently rolling out a minor software update to select Lumia devices to support 4G LTE networks. As Airtel continues to roll out its 4G service across the country Microsoft saw the need to enable 4G radios on devices which have the functionality built into the hardware but lacked the necessary software. So if you are using a Microsoft or Nokia Lumia device which has support for 4G globally, you should update your device to make the jump to 4G. Continue reading “Microsoft rolling out firmware update to enable 4G support for some Lumia phones in India”

Nokia confirms its plan to enter smartphone biz, seeks partner for brand manufacturing

Nokia has officially confirmed that it is entering the smartphone business and it is seeking for a partner. The Finnish smartphone maker will license its brand to a partner that can manufacture and sell phones as well as provide marketing and customer support.

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HERE Maps gets reversible lanes feature in latest update

HERE Maps for Android and iPhone is receiving reversible lanes feature in latest update. The latest feature will show users reversible lanes in case of a traffic congestion.

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