Author: Rachel Issac

Meizu Brings Out the M2 Note in India

Meizu, a Chinese company, began its smartphone venture with the Meizu M8 is 2008 and back in June 2015 revealed its M2 Note in China. As of today, they have announced the phablet in India, and have priced it at Rs. 9,999. The M2 Note is said to go on sale exclusively on Amazon.in, starting on August 10th, 2015.

This device comes with a 5.5 inch full HD display with 1920 X 1080 pixels resolution, powered by the MediaTek MT6753 octa-core 64-bit processor and 2GB RAM. Other features include a 16GB internal storage with an extendable microSD card slot, a 13MP f/2.2 primary camera with a dual – tone flash and a 5MP wide-angle selfie camera and supported by a 3,100mAh battery.

The connectivity options include dual-SIM card slots, 4G LTE support, Wi-Fi dual-band 802.11 n/g/b/a, and Bluetooth 4.0. The device runs on the Android 5.1 Lollipop-based Flyme 4.5 OS.

Following are the specifications:

Features	Meizu M5 Note
Display	5.5-inch 1080p
processor	MediaTek MT6753 octa-core
RAM	2GB
Storage	16GB (expandable)
Rear Camera	13-megapixel
Front Camera	5 megapixel
Battery	3,100mAh
OS	Android 5.1 Lollipop-based Flyme 4.5
Connectivity	Dual-SIM, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Price	Rs. 9,999

At this price, the Meizu M2 could face tough competition from Yu Yureka Plus and the Lenovo K3 Note. What do you think?

August 5, 2015

Specifications of the Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus Revealed

Samsung has been gearing up to reveal its flagships for 2015; the rumour mill has been abuzz with details of the new phones. There have been several images leaked of the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus and today, the spec sheet for both phones have been leaked.

Speculated specifications for the Galaxy Note 5:

Display	5.7-inch Quad H, 2560 X 1440 pixels resolution
Processor	Samsung Exynos 7420 octa-core SoC
Storage	32GB of internal storage
RAM	4GB
Rear Camera	16MP OIS
Front Camera	5 MP
OS	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop with TouchWiz UI

According to leaks the Galaxy Note 5 will feature a 5.7 inch diplay with a 2560 X 1440 pixels resolution with a pixel density of 515 ppi. The phone is said to be powered by the Exynos 7420 Soc, also found in the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. Other features include a 4GB LPDDR4 RAM, a Mali-T760 GPU and 32GB of internal storage, a 16 MP primary camera and a 5MP front-facing camera, all supported by the Android 5.1.1 version.

The Galaxy S6 Edge Plus, on the other hand, is said to be similar to the Note 5 with a smaller display of 5.5 inches and a 2K resolution with 534 ppi. It is said to be powered by the Exynos 7420 chipset along with a 4GB of RAM space, Mali – T760 GPU, 16MP and 5MP cameras.

If leaked AnTuTu scores are to be believed, then it is said, both the devices will manage to increase and outperform current Samsung performance. The Note 5 is said to have a score of 69,702 and the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus has a 68,345.

Samsung has not verified any of the rumours, so we might have to wait till the August 13th unveiling to confirm all of it.

Source: [tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”http://www.antutu.com/view.shtml?id=8104″]Antutu.com[/tw-button] via [tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note_5_and_galaxy_s6_edge_full_specs_sheets_get_revealed-news-13386.php”]gsmarena.com[/tw-button]

August 5, 2015

Report : Apple’s Cheaper Option iPhone 6c to Release in 2016

Reports suggest, that the “iPhone 5c successor” will be launched in the second quarter of 2016. This report comes from Digitimes, who also points to the rumoured iPhone 6c, said to arrive with a 14/16nm FinFET chips from TSMC and Samsung, in order to provide a better performance and lower power consumption to the new lower range devices.

“The 14/16nm FinFET chips will be manufactured by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and Samsung, the sources said. The original plan was to equip the devices with chips built using TSMC’s 20nm SoC process, said the sources, but the adoption of FinFET processors would enable specs upgrade and lower power consumption.”

Other sources like KGI’s Ming-Chi Kuo also state that Apple is planning to launch a new 4 inch iPhone in 2016. Other rumours suggest that the iPhone 6c might be similar to the size of an iPhone 5s and will have a similar hardware vein as that of the iPhone 6. The smartphone is said to come with a full metal unibody construction in comparison to the plastic iPhone 5c.

Source:

[tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”http://www.digitimes.com/news/a20150803PD207.html”]Digitimes[/tw-button]

August 5, 2015
Apple Rejects Rumours About Launching its Own MVNO Cellular Service

Yesterday, we reported that Apple was looking to start a mobile wireless service. However, in a statement to CNBC, Apple has clarified and said that it “has not discussed and is not planning MVNO cellular service following reports saying it was planning on doing that.”

This statement crushed all rumours that Apple was looking to expand by exploring to become an MVNO. Besides, Google had also announced their own MVNO initiative, Project Fi. However, Apple has clearly rejected all rumours surrounding their own so-called initiative and has no plans to offer consumers an MVNO cellular service.

Even Tim Cook, had earlier stated that Apple doesn’t need to “own the pipe” and that their aim was to focus on making great and efficient devices while leaving the cellular issues to “people who own it” and “who know more about it than we do”

Source: [tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”https://twitter.com/CNBCnow/status/628584165311692800″]twitter.com[/tw-button]

August 5, 2015
Report : Apple to Release a New iMac With a 21.5-inch, 4K Display

Good news for those who would like a high definition desktop computer but one that is less expensive than the iMac 27-inch, 5K retina. Recent reports claim, Apple is said to bring out a new desktop computer with a 21.5-inch display and a 4K resolution. This new iMac has a 4096X2304 display and is said to release in a few months.

The previously launched 27 inch iMac is priced at $1,999 (approx. Rs. 1,27,640) which is cheaper than when it first came out and was $2,499 (approx. Rs. 1,59,511). However it is said that even with a $1,999 computer, one might still have to spend more money in order to get an SSD or fusion drive.

A French website has discovered some new images in the El Capitan beta, two of which are said to show a new 5K iMac and the third one, showing a new image of a 21.5 inch iMac with retina display. While the current 21.5 inch iMac has a 1920X1080 display the new display (4096 x 2304) will allow one to watch a 4K video in its native resolution.

However, the design of this new iMac seems to be the same as before. Currently, the 21.5-inch iMac is priced at $1,099 minimum (approx. Rs. 70,160), however, the new 21.5-inch with 4K display will be slightly more expensive. It will remain a lot cheaper than the 27-inch with 5K display iMac.

Do you think this device will be accessible enough? Let us know.

Source: [tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”http://consomac.fr/news-3651-el-capitan-beta-6-trois-nouveaux-imac.html”]Consomac[/tw-button]

August 5, 2015
Leak : This is the New Flagship Phone from Microsoft

There have been many rumours afloat, about Microsoft launching their new Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL. Along with these rumours we have had leaks about their specifications, and now, thanks to a Chinese website WPXAP, we have a prototype of what the new Microsoft phone could look like.

The prototype seems encased in a black casing, so what we do know, is that the new Microsoft phone will come with a USB port Type C. It is reported that Microsoft is currently testing the handset in this casing in order to prevent anymore leaks.

Microsoft is expected to unveil the 5.2 inch Lumia 950 and the 5.7 inch Lumia 950 XL in late September or October. It is said that the Lumia 950 XL will include Microsoft’s Pen Technology, a new smart cover with a circular cut out. Both handsets are said to be high-end and will come with a 20MP PureView camera with a triple LED flash.

Do you think the Windows phones would make a good comeback with these two devices? Let us know.

Source: [tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”http://www.wpxap.com/thread-853886-1-1.html”]wpxap.com[/tw-button]

August 5, 2015
Samsung Releases Official Teaser Image Of the Galaxy Note 5

As reported earlier, Samsung is about to launch a new set of next-gen supersized phones at its Unpacked event, on the 13th of August 2015. However, just two weeks before this, Samsung has posted a small teaser image, which shows a dual edge display design and a protruding stylus attachment.

Along with this, Samsung has also mentioned a number of reasons why a bigger smartphone is more convenient. The reasons include, a clear display that allows lining up pictures and editing videos, more space for reading e-books and messaging, S-Pen for taking memos, watching movies, and playing games etc.

Besides, this official teaser, what we know about the Samsung Galaxy Note 5, through unofficial leaks,is that it might feature a 5.66-inch 2560×1440 display, Samsung’s own Exynos 7420 SoC, 4GB of RAM and a 16 megapixel rear camera. The downside of this phone is that it might not feature an expandable microSD card.

This launch event will be held in New York at 11:00 EDT on August 13th 2015, and will be streamed live on its YouTube link, here.

August 5, 2015
OnePlus’ Exclusive Invite System Gets Hacked

Line-cutting, is by far the most annoying thing on earth. This happens at banks, colleges, restaurants, coffee shops etc. and now it has happened on the, already miles long, OnePlus 2 sales line.

How did this happen? We are all aware that OnePlus has an exclusive system in place, if you want to get a hold of its new device – OnePlus 2. This system needs one to score an invite to avail the new device. The invites are limited in number and tough to get a hold of. However, even after registering for the device there are a couple of other things one needs to do in order to get ahead. For example- one has to be up to date with all the giveaways, one needs to pair up with a friend by using the invite that can be shared with friends or family, keep up with all the contests on social media about the new device, and one can even join the company’s forum to get a preference of receiving an invite.

This system has been kept in place to ensure that they only manufacture enough inventory as the demand, so that the supply will never overpower the demand. Again you ask why? This is because they are a young start up and this system will help them manage their risks far better than a mass-scale production would.

Now one particular user, Jake Cooper, an avid OnePlus follower, who fulfilled all these commands and finally got a position on the OnePlus invite waiting list at number 9000, was faced with a strange crisis after falling to a position of > 70,000 even after following all the processes. However, for the OnePlus 2, the company suggested, that in order to get ahead in line, one can refer as many friends to the invite list, and accordingly one’s position moves forward.

His solution: he hacked the system via a number of technical manoeuvres, a couple of python lines and mailinator.com, and managed to send a number of references to random email ids through an affiliated account. He actually managed to get from > 70,000 in line to just 1,694 in about 20 minutes.

However, he has actually notified OnePlus about the hack, and has even shared the entire procedure on a website, as to how he skipped so far ahead on an exclusive and protected line. He has also offered to take down the procedure if notified by OnePlus. For more details of how this happened, click here.

Do you approve of this technical manoeuvre?

August 4, 2015
Motorola Customers Can Now Get Repair Services at Their Doorstep

Motorola, keeping up with their philosophy of ‘innovation’ to meet customers requirements, has now started a pilot project that provides an after-sale service to customers at their doorstep, in Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida. This service has been called – the Moto Xpress.

The Moto Xpress is a home pick up and drop service, that caters to your needs whether you are at home or in the office. This service is expected to rectify software and accessory issues, on the spot, within an hour while hardware issues can be resolved in about 5 working days. Furthermore, the service comes at the pocket-friendly rate of Rs. 199 per service.

One can avail of the Moto Xpress’ services by dialling the service booking number, that is, 011-41717124. Once your request has been registered, the staff service will notify a trained Motorola representative, who will reach you as soon as possible.

Currently, Motorola has over 160 service centres across the country, a Bangalore Moto Care Service & Experience Center, a Moto Help App that allows you a direct access to customer care executive and now, in addition to this, Motorola has the Moto Xpress, which will be functional starting this week.

August 4, 2015
OnePlus Defends OnePlus 2 and for Making People ‘Settle’

It is a known fact that the OnePlus 2 doesn’t include the NFC, however users and potential customers have been unhappy about this. Therefore, today on a Reddit – Ask Me Anything, four employees of the company fielded questions on everything, such as the voice-over-LTE, the lack of NFC and other such matters. For those who aren’t aware of the term, NFC or Near Field Communication is a short range wireless RFID technology, that can be used for touch-based payments or wireless charging.

Apart from this, OnePlus has been faced with some very serious questions about their taglines and not being able to match up to them. For example, their tagline that says “innovations from the future,” or “Never Settle” and claiming to follow a philosophy that essentially warrants them to create a device without gimmicks, bloatware or compromises; have all been under the radar recently.

A Redditor asked that “with such a powerful mantra like that, wouldn’t it be ironic to settle without quick-charging or wireless charging if I choose your phone?” Here is what OnePlus said:

We’ve always said that never settle is true for us too. That means, if you’re not happy with the product you shouldn’t settle for ours either. With the OnePlus 2, we made the set of choices that we think delivers the best user experience, but because users are not the same they won’t all feel the same. That’s fine – we’ll work hard to make each iteration better than the last.

Adding to this, an employee also mentioned the power of the new Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 technology, as being able to charge a phone from 0% to 100% in approximately 2 hours. Despite this, there have been comparisons with the Nexus 6, that is said to charge enough for the entire day in just one hour. Another aspect that has been criticized, is the inability of the OnePlus 2 to take advantage of the NFC-based Android Pay.

Last but not the least, OnePlus was asked about a recent interview given by Carl Pei at USA Today, speaking about the release of a third device; to which an employee confirmed that there will most definitely be another OnePlus smartphone, however it won’t be called the OnePlus 3 or OnePlus 2S.

Do you think OnePlus has responded adequately to the queries of its users?

For more information: [tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/3fmkb5/oneplus_ama_postlaunch_edition/”]Reddit.com[/tw-button]

August 4, 2015
Another Leak Shows Us What the iPhone 6S Might Look Like

New leaks about the iPhone 6S have given us details about the design of the phone. The rendered leaks show us, that the iPhone 6S could be a thicker version of its predecessors.

Here is a closer look:

The drawings imply an almost specific measurement of 7.1 mm thickness as compared to the iPhone 6, which is 6.9 mm. The iPhone 6S Plus is also said to be thicker than the 6S, at 7.3mm. These leaks also suggest that the phone could have a Force Touch feature – this feature senses the amount of force used when users press their touchscreen while the phone accesses the different functions based on the touch. It is also reported that the iPhone 6S could offer faster LTE speeds and an improved chipset. Moreover, other iPhone 6S leaks have also suggested, that it might come with an improved NFC and 16GB storage.

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August 4, 2015
Samsung Releases the Galaxy S4 Value Edition

Samsung has launched a new device today, called the Samsung I9195I Galaxy S4 mini plus. The mini plus is said to be a smaller version of the Galaxy S4 and is also called the Galaxy S4 Value Edition, depending on the market.

Image Source: GS Marena

The specifications include a 4.3″ Super AMOLED qHD screen, and it is run by the Snapdragon 410 chip with a quad-core 1.2GHz Cortex-A53 CPU, Adreno 306 GPU and 1.5GB of RAM. It also comes with an 8MP camera with 1080p video recording and a 1900mAh battery with an operating system run by the Android KitKat.

It is said that besides the improved chipset and the power boost, everything else remains similar to the Galaxy S4. The new device is said to have been listed on Samsung sites in the European Union last month and is already on sale. The S4 mini plus / S4 mini VE is said to be priced at 239 euros (approx. Rs. 16,727), and even as low as 190 euros (approx. Rs. 13,300)

August 4, 2015
New Leaks Show the Sony Xperia Z5 Might Have a Fingerprint Reader

Leaks about the new Sony Xperia Z5 and Z5 compact have been released by @vikileaks. The leak, shows us a trio of devices to give us an idea of the size. The next-generation Sony Xperia Z series handsets, are being compared to what we can assume is the iPhone 6. The leak labels these phones as “Sony Xperia Z(TBC) and Compact”, although the number of the device is unknown.

Image Source: @vikileaks

The leaks were only able to reveal some design elements, such as the power button – that seems to have been elongated, the volume rocker and the camera button, which look similar to that of other Xperia devices. However, one major leak that has been revealed is the fingerprint reader. The exact location of the reader is unknown, although the images show that it could be in the power button itself.

source: Androidheadlines

The Sony IFA press conference is scheduled to be held on the 2nd of September 2015, and it is rumoured that they might release the phones then, although Sony has not confirmed any of these leaks or rumours.

Source: [tw-button size=”medium” background=”#07ABE2″ color=”” target=”_blank” link=”https://twitter.com/vizileaks”]@vikileaks[/tw-button]

August 4, 2015
New Leak of LG’s Nexus 2015 Smartphone Reveals Design Details

The LG Nexus for 2015 has been talked about, ever since since rumours suggested that it would look as stylish as the Nexus 5 and would be priced lower than the Nexus 6.

Amidst many leaks, the most recent one is that of an LG Nexus 2015 case cover, that shows what the phone could look like from different angles, while also showcasing the thickness as well as the orientation of the buttons. These pictures suggest that the new Nexus might feature a single-sided array of buttons along the right edge of the device. Some of the ports seems to include a headphone jack along the bottom and a charging port also at the bottom, that seems to look like a USB Type- C.

The case also features a cutout for a rear facing camera and a flash module. However, it is also rumoured, that the lower circle cutout could be a fingerprint reader.

With these promising leaks, the LG Nexus 2015 is looking to be another winner Nexus smartphone. Let us know what you think of the device so far.

August 3, 2015

Yu Yureka Plus Price Slashed

The Yureka Plus originally priced at Rs. 9,999 is now being quoted at Rs. 8,999, making it the most affordable smartphone in the market. The Yureka Plus comes with a Full High Definition (FHD) display, an Octa core Snapdragon 615 processor, Lollipop Cyanogen OS 12, 2GB DDR3 RAM, and a 13 MP AF rear camera with a Sony Sensor among other features. This price drop has been announced as a response from the company, to the overwhelming feedback it received from fans, asking them to keep the device at the Yureka price point.

Yureka Plus has seen a successful sale of 50,000 units during the first flash sale, and now it comes in two more colours – an Alabaster White and a Moondust colour. The Yureka Plus also offers an integrated 4G LTE Cat4 modem and 64-bit multi-core CPU, a 5.5 inch FHD IPS display, a Qualcomm Adreno 405 GPU with an H.265 HEVC support, dual SIM slots, and a 2500mAh battery.

Registrations for the exclusive sale on Amazon.in will shut on the 4th of August, 2015 while the sale of the phone will take place only on the 6th of August.

Here are the specs:

Display	5.5 inch FHD, IPS
OS	Cyanogen OS 12
Processor	Octa Core Snapdragon 615
Camera	13 MP AF rear camera with flash, 5MP FF Front Camera
RAM	2GB DDR3 RAM, 16GB ROM
Battery	2500mAh
Colours	Moondust Grey, Alabaster White
Price	Rs. 8,999

However, it is still odd to see Yureka Plus announcing such a price drop, right after its launch.

August 3, 2015

Author: Rachel Issac

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