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Europe version of the HTC One M8 gets Android v4.4.3

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 07:50 PM PDT

Users of the unlocked HTC One M8 based in Europe are now receiving the Android v4.4.3 update for their devices. This comes only a handful days after US folks got treated to the update. The update takes the software version to 2.22.401.4, and measures a hefty 613MB. So make sure you're loaded with either WiFi or a high-speed 3G pack before you head out for the update. Like any other update, this brings in a host of optimizations and bug fixes. It promises performance optimization on the radio segment, including WiFi, Bluetooth and mobile data, along with a host of application updates (Camera, Gallery, Settings, HTC Sync Manager) and lastly some HTC Sense based optimizations. Although the update is still to Android v4.4.3, it brings in security updates found in Android v4.4.4. If you're a user of the HTC One M8 but on a carrier locked device, expect a similar update to come your way in the coming month or so.

Second batch of Xiaomi Mi3 India units to go on sale today

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 07:10 PM PDT

The duo of China's Xiaomi and India's Flipkart is all set to open sale for the Xiaomi Mi3 smartphone later today. This will now be the second time that the device goes on sale in the country on Flipkart. Earlier, the Mi3 went on sale on the 22nd this month when stocks vanished in a matter of under 40 minutes. Flipkart and Xiaomi would hope to repeat the successful sale sans the server crash that Flipkart had to face. Recommended: Xiaomi Mi3 review Many potential buyers and fans took to the Mi India and Flipkart pages on Facebook to vent out their frustration, caused by the incompetent servers. To give the misfortune a miss, Flipkart has advised customers to log in 2-3 hours before the sale opens, which happens as 2pm today. In related news, registrations for the next sale day will begin 6pm today. Flipkart hasn't announced when the device will go on sale, but in case if you aren't able to make the purchase today, be sure you register later tonight.

Samsung Galaxy K zoom Auto PoP Cover Unboxing

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 08:06 AM PDT

Samsung launched the Galaxy K zoom in India earlier this month, exclusively on Amazon.in. As a launch offer, it offers Auto PoP cover worth Rs. 1,999 free with the smartphone . We already unboxed the camera-centric K zoom smartphone, here we have the unboxing of the Auto Pop Cover for the K zoom. Check out the unboxing below. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_c4Xxa3StA The box contents include, Samsung Galaxy K zoom Auto PoP Cover in white Leather Strap The bundled double-layered leather strap can be connected to the lanyard present in the case. The Auto PoP cover that automatically opens the cover when you launch the camera and closes it when you close it. The case has rugged feel and is shock-proof too. It has openings for the flash and the loudspeaker grill. It protects the sides of the phone as well. The case obviously makes the phone huge and is slightly slippery. You can access the dedicated camera buttons, volume rocker and the power button easily, even when the case is on. The Case comes in White, Pink, Blue, Yellow, Red and Green colors.

Google adds offline games section to Play Store

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 05:07 AM PDT

Google has added a brand new section to Play Store that is dedicated to offline games. Offline games are those which require no internet connection at the time of playing of them. Titled as Offline Games, Asphalt 8, Assassin's Creed Pirates, Jetpack Joyride, Into the dead, Minecraft, Dots are some of the games present under this category. These games can be played without a data or WiFi connection.  At present,there are 54 games under this category. This latest move from Google is aimed to encourage those developers who just want to see their game played. Also, the categorization of the games as offline will surely help casual gamers who just want to play a simple game without any sign-ups. Google recently updated Play Store with Material Design UI via: Android Community

Nokia X Software Platform 1.2 update starts rolling out for Nokia X, X+ and XL

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 04:39 AM PDT

Microsoft's mobile division today started rolling out Nokia X software platform 1.2 update for the Nokia X, X+ and XL When the company launched the Nokia X2, based on Nokia X Software Platform 2.0, it announced that older Nokia X devices would not get the 2.0 update due to hardware constraints. The 1.2 update at least brings some of the features present in the Nokia X2, that includes new app switcher, new Nokia Store with new Home screen Spotlight widget for app discovery and one-click downloads, Outlook.com, OneDrive and OneNote apps and more. New features in Nokia X Software Platform 1.2 update Improved ease of use with the new app switcher - switch easily between open apps, or close apps with a single tap. Instant access to your mail, calendar, and notes with Outlook.com and OneNote. Updated Nokia Store - new design to help you find content more easily, and better integration with third-party stores. New scrollable widgets, call reject with a message, contact search in the dialler, automatic uploading to OneDrive, and local calendar support. General performance and usability improvements. The new software update for these devices would be available over-the-air (OTA) starting today. You can check for the software update manually from settings -> About phone -> System updates. Since this is a ...

Flipkart accidentally ships Android Xolo Q900s instead of Windows Phone model

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 04:16 AM PDT

In a surprising incident, a customer who had ordered Windows Phone powered Xolo Q900s has received an Android variant of the same device from Flipkart. Xolo unveiled the Android version of the Q900s last week almost a month after launching a Windows model of the same variant. The issue  that was first highlighted by Wmpowersure, has been handled by Flipkart and in case you experience the same, you can mark it for free return on Flipkart website and wait for Windows Phone version. The Xolo Q900S for Android features a 4.7 inch screen, offering resolution of 720 x 1280 and is priced at Rs 9999. Powered by a 1.2 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM 8212) processor with Adreno 302 GPU, it has 8-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera. Other specs include 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory with expansion slot and a 1800 mAh battery. via:WMpoweruser

Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus with Android 4.4 listed on official India eStore

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 04:10 AM PDT

Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus (SM-G350E), an entry-level smartphone has been listed on the official Samsung India eStore. It is the same Samsung Galaxy Star Advance smartphone that was said to be launching in India. It has a 4.3-inch (800 x 480 Pixels) display, powered by a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor and runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat). It has a 3-megapixel rear camera with LED flash. It come with dual SIM support, 3G connectivity, 512MB RAM, 4GB of internal storage with microSD expansion slot and has leather-like back cover. Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus specifications 4.3-inch (800 x 480 Pixels) LCD capacitive touch screen display 1.2 GHz dual-core processor Android 4.4 (KitKat) OS Dual SIM Dimensions: 130.2 x 67.9 x 9.8 mm; Weight: 138 grams 3MP camera with LED Flash 3.5mm audio jack, FM Radio 512MB RAM, 4GB internal memory, expandable with microSD 3G HSPA+, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth v 4.0, GPS 1800 mAh battery The Samsung Galaxy Star 2 Plus comes in Black and White colors and is priced at Rs. 7,335 on the eStore, but it is currently out of stock. Galaxy Star Advance with the same specifications is available on Snapdeal for Rs. 8,267, so it is not clear if Samsung would launch the phone in India as Star 2 Plus or Star Advance.

WeChat rolls out recall message feature for Android and iPhone

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 03:12 AM PDT

WeChat has introduced a new feature that lets you recall last message sent via its mobile apps on Android and iPhone. Messages can be unsend within two minutes after there are sent. In order to recall messages, you will need to simply tap on them and select recall option and your messages will disappear from both your chat screen and that of the recipient's. Along with chat messages, the feature also supports photos. Moreover, the update 5.3.1 brings Tags for contacts feature that lets your manage you contacts. You can add tags like BFF, c0-workers, family in order to find contacts easily. The update also lets you save messages in one package so you can quickly view them without browsing through the messages individually. In order to save them, you will have to long press on multiple messages and tap 'Favorite Message' icon.  Finally, WeChat also gets a cleaner UI that allows easy sliding between your favourite features and effortlessly use the upgraded search bar. WeChat recently added real time location sharing and message translation to its Android app. You can update the Android app here and iPhone app here

Apple to reportedly buy radio app Swell for $30 million

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 02:49 AM PDT

Apple is all set to acquire radio service Swell for $30 million, according to report from Re/Code. The iOS app will shut down its service and CEO Ram Ramkumar along with other members will join Apple, a result of the acquisition, added the report. Swell is an iOS app that compiles podcasts and other shows into a personalized talk-radio stream. It currently carries news from sources such as NPR, ABC, ESPN, BBC, Ted, CBC and more. It even uses listener's history to create personalized content playlists. Apple is likely to use Swell's technology to improve its Podcast app, which is one of Apple's most poorly rated apps and widely criticized for performance issues. Swell boasts of a simple UI that is suitable for in-car listening. The Swell acquisition comes mere two months after Apple acquired Beats Audio for $3 billion. It also suggests that Apple is trying to enhance its offering on its iTunes Radio service that was launched last year. Source:Re/Code

ACT Broadband is now ACT Fibernet , launches new 60Mbps plan at Rs.1999 in Bangalore

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 02:42 AM PDT

ACT (Atria Convergence Technologies Pvt. Ltd.), popular for its Fiber Optic home broadband has launched its new broadband brand called ACT Fibernet. It has also updated its plans for Bangalore. Customers who are currently in older plans would be automatically upgraded to new plans automatically without extra cost. New ACT Fibernet plans for Bangalore Plan Name Tariff (Rs.) Speed FUP Speed Post-FUP ACT Swift 675 2 Mbps 20 GB 256 Kbps ACT Flash 849 4 Mbps 30 GB 512 Kbps ACT Blaze 1049 20 Mbps 50 GB 512 Kbps ACT Storm 1149 20 Mbps 60 GB 512 Kbps ACT Lightning 1399 40 Mbps 75 GB 512 Kbps ACT Incredible 1999 60 Mbps 100 GB 1 Mbps   These plans are competitively priced. The 60Mbps plans for Rs. 1999 with a download limit of 100GB and 1Mbps after the limit is decent considering the tariff. The company should launch plans with more FUP limit and better speed after FPU for power users. At the launch, Bala Malladi, Group CEO of the ACT Group said, We believe that ACT is at the forefront of driving Internet consumption in India, not just in terms of growing the market but also changing the online user behaviour and enhancing the way users experience this medium. Just as the company has evolved over the years, likewise our brand must evolve and reflect the impact of our technological advancement ...

More LG G Vista specs leaked, coming to AT&T and Verizon

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 01:27 AM PDT

Earlier this month LG G Vista surfaced via press images. Today a user manual of LG G Vista for AT&T has leaked, confirming that along with Verizon, the smartphone will also be available with AT&T. AT&T's variant (model number D631) will have a 5.7-inch display with 720p resolution,  8MP rear and a 1.3MP front-facing camera. It will be powered by 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (MSM8926) processor, 8GB of internal storage and 3,200mAh battery.  The LG G Vista for AT&T is expected to pack 1GB (8Gb DDR2) of RAM, but @evleaks claims that the G vista for Verizon features 1.5GB (12Gb DDR2) RAM. It will also support 4G LTE and run on Android 4.4 KitKat. The phone resembles to the company's flagship phone LG G3 with wider bezels. It is expected to launch on July 31st on Verizon, but no word on plans for an international release. Via

LG’s 5 inch Windows Phone 8.1 handset launching soon?

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 12:22 AM PDT

LG is working on a 5 inch Windows Phone under the model number LG D635. According to Alan Mendelevich, the founder of cross-promotion network AdDuplex, the handset has showed up in the network's database. The LG D635 will feature a 5-inch HD (1280x720p) display. At present no further information about the specs of the phone are known. Considering the screen resolution, the phone might fall in mid range category. In May, LG Uni8 running on Windows Phone was leaked which was touted as the first handset from LG running on Windows Phone 8.1 device. The last Windows Phone handset launched by LG was the Optimus 7 in 2010. Earlier in February, Microsoft partnered with nine smartphone manufacturers to launch more Windows phone. LG was one of the partners including others like ZTE, Xolo, Karbonn, Lenovo and others. Via

Airtel reaches 300 million customers

Posted: 28 Jul 2014 12:02 AM PDT

  Airtel today announced that it has cross 300 million customers across its operations globally. This includes, mobile, fixed line & DSL, and DTH services. Earlier this year the company crossed 200 million mobile subscriber mark in India. Since it began its operation in 1995, Airtel reach 100 million customers mark in 2009 and crossed the 200 million mark in 2012. The latest 100 million customers have joined the Airtel family in less than two years, says the company. In India, it crossed 60 million mobile customer mark in 2008 and reached 100 mobile subscriber base in 2009. It is the fourth largest mobile service provider globally and second largest globally outside of China, based on subscribers. Airtel launched its 4G services in 2012 that is now available in 14 cities across India. The company also offers LTE on mobile in some cities. Regarding the new milestone, Gopal Vittal, Managing Director and CEO (India and South Asia) Bharti Airtel said, This milestone underlines the strength of our operations, which is one of the largest on a global scale. It is also a tribute to the 'Airtel' brand which is trusted by customers in 20 countries, making it the largest global consumer brand out of India. Today, telecom is at the cusp of ...

LG introduces Android-powered Tab Book with 11.6-inch 1080p display and Core i5 processor

Posted: 27 Jul 2014 11:41 PM PDT

LG has introduced Tab Book (11TA740-GA50K), the company's latest Android convertible. It is a variant of the Tab Book 2 with Windows 8.1 that was unveiled earlier this year at the CES. It has the same 11.6-inch (1920 × 1080 pixels) full HD display, powered by a 2.6GHz 4th Gen Intel Core i5 4200U processor with Intel HD Graphics 4400, but this runs on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean). The Windows buttons on the tablet has been replaced by Android home button. It has 4GB RAM, 128GB solid state drive (SSD) and comes with a physical slider keyboard. It weighs 1.05 kilograms, heavier than normal Android tablet and is 16.7mm thick. It has reader mode that reduces the display's brightness for reading documents comfortably. No details about the battery capacity yet. Check out the other specifications below. LG Tab Book (11TA740-GA50K) specifications 11.6 inches  (1920 × 1080 pixels) Full HD IPS display Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) 4th generation Core i5 4200U (Turbo 2.6GHz, Cache 3MB) with Intel HD Graphics 4400 Dimensions: 286 x 192 x 16.7mm; Weight 1.05 kg 4GB RAM, 128GB SSD,  Micro SD slot Two USB 3.0 slots, standard HDMI The LG Tab Book (11TA740-GA50K) comes in Snow White color. It would initially be available only in Korea, but there is no word on pricing or global roll out yet. HP launched Slatebook x2, an Android ...

Amazon to open five new fulfillment centers in India

Posted: 27 Jul 2014 11:23 PM PDT

Amazon has announced that it plans to open five more Fulfillment Centers (FCs) in Delhi, Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad and Tauru (outskirts of Gurgaon). The move comes from the e-commerce giant to enhance its services to its customers. Amazon already has two fulfillment centers in Mumbai and Bangalore. Another aim for launching more fulfillment centers is to enable SMBs to get a scalable and robust national platform using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). "Sellers have greatly appreciated our Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) service, a pay-as-you-go service and a key feature of our e-commerce platform. A Q1 2014 survey conducted with Sellers on Amazon.in who have used FBA showed 85% of respondents reporting a sales increase since joining FBA and of these 40% of respondents reporting a sales increase of at least 30%. With the opening of new FCs across five Indian states comprising of Delhi, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan & Gujarat, we will enable many more SMEs in India to take advantage of this service and help them expand their online business.  We will continue to do the heavy lifting on behalf of sellers so that they can focus on providing our customers with vast selection at competitive prices and in turn sell more and earn ...

Windows Phone 8.1 update GDR1 to add support for Interactive covers, new resolutions and more

Posted: 27 Jul 2014 10:52 PM PDT

Microsoft is ready with an update for Windows Phone 8.1 and it looks like it is inching closer for an official release. Details about the Update 1 aka GDR (General Distribution Release) have been spotted on Microsoft's Developer Center. The update includes many improvements for OEM's and a few new ones for consumers. In case of the consumers the update will bring folder support on the Start menu that will enable users to club apps together in a single folder similar to iOS and Android. Moreover, interactive phone cover support will also be present in this update. Interactive phone covers let manufactures develop cases for Windows Phones that when opened, unlock the display, enabling easier access to the phone. Android OEM's like HTC and LG have already made such cases HTC Dot View case and LG G3's QuickCircle case for their flagship phones. They will get to run special apps when the cover is closed, and specify what happens when it's open. Additionally, the update would bring support for 7" devices as well as ones with 1280 x 800 pixels screen resolution. Ability to activate Cortana from the phone kit in the car by giving it a phone book entry and also ...

Bose files lawsuit against Beats over noise cancelling headphone patents

Posted: 27 Jul 2014 09:44 PM PDT

Bose has filed a lawsuit against Beats Eletronics, alleging patent infringements of its noise-canceling technology. The popular audio electronic maker has filed a lawsuit in a U.S. District Court claiming that Beats violated five different patents in the manufacture of its line of Studio noise-canceling headphones. The lawsuits stresses more on Beat products like Studio" and "Studio Wireless" for infringing patents embodied within its latest noise-canceling headphone models — the Bose QuietComfort 20 and Bose QuietComfort 20i (known as the QC20 line). Bose alleges that Beats has infringed on 50 years' worth of research, development and engineering of noise cancelling tech. In the filing, the company said the patents relate to the company's "active noise reduction" technology, first used in Bose products for the military in the 1980s and released for consumers in 2000. Earlier in May, Apple announced that it will buy Beats Electronics, which makes premium headphones, as well as the Beats Audio on-demand music streaming service for a combined $3 billion. As part of the deal, company co-founders Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre will become employees of Apple. Source: Reuters

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