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Important Questions About The OnePlus 2 Answered

Yesterday, we unboxed and posted a video of the OnePlus 2 on our YouTube channel, and we received many questions regarding the device. We chose some of the most common queries and made a video of it, answering each one of them. You can check out the video below:

Questions and their respective answers are given below:

Q. Does the OnePlus 2 have a Gorilla Glass? If yes, what is the version of the glass?

A. The OnePlus 2 does have Gorilla Glass, and it is the latest Gorilla Glass 4. The same is found on Samsung Galaxy S6 and the S6 Edge.

Q. Where are the speakers located and are those stereo speakers?

A. People are easily confused about the speakers being stereo, as it is at the bottom of the device, next to the USB type-C connector.

Q. How is this device different from different devices?

A. Our full review of the OnePlus 2 will be out shortly, and will answer this questions.

Q. Does the OnePlus 2 has an LED notification light?

A. Yes, it does. Not only does it have an LED light, but the light can also be customized where we can change the colour of our notifications according to our wish.

Q. Will both the SIM cards run on 4G LTE?

A. Yes, both the SIM cards will run 4G LTE. But, we are not sure whether both the SIMs will run on 4G simultaneously, we will have to check it out.

Q. What is the SAR value of the device?

A. While the SAR value is available in the OnePlus website, for India, the SAR value is 0.729 W/kg for the head and 0.329 W/kg for the body which is well within the allowed numbers.

Q. What about the availability of the device as well as its covers?

A. The OnePlus 2 is going to be available in the US, the European Union as well as the Indian region starting from 11^th August. In order to obtain the device, you will have to receive an invite first. The Indian sale will go live on Amazon.in, and India specific invites can be availed from Amazon’s website.

You will also be able to purchase changeable back covers at the time of sale. So, you can pick up a back cover of your choice.

Q. Does the OnePlus 2 support USB OTG?

A. The OnePlus 2 should support USB OTG, but since we do not have USB Type C OTG cable, we have ordered one and will be able to answer this question shortly.

Q. Is it worthy to upgrade from OnePlus One to OnePlus 2?

A. From a hardware perspective, the OnePlus Two seems like a worthy upgrade from the OnePlus One. The pricing is slightly higher than what we expected it to be. Also, you can skip the OnePlus 2 and wait for the next version or buy it later in the year, if they offer the device with some discount deals. If you bought the OnePlus One recently, you could stick to that as it will continue to receive updates.

Q. Is the fingerprint scanner better than GS6 and iPhone? Is it a deal breaker or maker?

A. We have been testing out the fingerprint scanner, and it works really well. It is fast and responsive to your fingerprint, and you can register five different fingerprints for unlocking the device and securing your OnePlus 2. It works as well as the S6 or the M9+. It is almost identical to those.

We feel the one on the iPhone 6 works slightly better because it reads the finger much faster than the one on the OnePlus 2. But we will be testing it out with a proper review of the OnePlus 2.

Q. Earphones in the box?

A. The box that we got is probably what the retail box will look like. And we did not receive any earphones. So, you will have to buy the earphones separately if you don’t have a pair of earphones already.

The OnePlus 2 has a 5.5-inch display and comes with the classic Sandstone Black back cover, which feels nice to hold. The back panel can be easily customised using OnePlus’ StyleSwap covers available in four variants – Bamboo, Black Apricot, Rosewood, and Kevlar. The covers can be swapped without any hassle, but it still takes some effort to remove the cover.

It is powered by a 1.8GHz octa-core 64-bit processor with 4GB of RAM. The processor is capable of 4K streaming. The device runs on Android 5.1 with OxygenOS. The device has a feature called the ‘shelf’, which is activated when you swipe to the left on the home screen; it opens your preferred contacts and recent apps.

OnePlus 2 comes with a USB type-C port, a first for any flagship smartphone. Reversible in nature, the USB type-C allows for faster data transfers and is compatible with almost every device with standard USB ports.

Overall, the phone seems to deliver what the company had promised. However, we’d advise you to wait for our review.

Check out the unboxing and hands-on video of OnePlus 2:

July 30, 2015
India Will Need to Wait a While to Experience Cortana

We’ve all been talking about how iOS’ Siri finally has competition with Microsoft’s voice-activated digital assistant in Windows 10, Cortana. Set to have been seen with the global launch of Windows 10, Microsoft users in India may be left disappointed. Why? Because Cortana isn’t going to be available to us anytime soon due to Microsoft updating the software with “strong local content”, according to Microsoft India Director (Windows Business Group) Vineet Durani.

source: Microsoft-news

The decision has been made due to a number of reasons. Durani said that Cortana wasn’t just an assistant. Since she is used to find data, track information, set reminders etc, they wanted to make sure that Cortana was synchronised, geographically and locally so that she could cater to the Indian users with more efficiency. Therefore, it isn’t just about getting the Indian accent right, its about being completely in tune to the user’s needs.

This seems like an understandable move from the Redmond-based firm because Windows 10 is banking on making a comeback from the mild debacle Windows 8 was. They want to make sure they give stiff competition to Apple’s iOS, without any glitches. Hence, we can only hope that when Cortana does make an appearance in India, she’s flawless.

July 30, 2015
Here’s a Wearable that Helps the Visually Impaired

The Dot is a smartwatch company created by a South Korean startup that finally gives the visually impaired a way to access digital information.

The dot, as it is called, has the ability to relay text messages, set alarms, read location directions and has a standard feature set. What is different about the Dot is that it communicates notifications to the user, using Braille.

It is said that four sets of six dots raise and lower at speeds of up to 100 times per second in order to produce four Braille characters at a time. And if that is too quick, the watch can also slow down to one Braille character per second.

The smartwatch is said to be good for 10 hours of usage per charge and average users would only have to charge it every five days. The phone also comes with a vibration motor inside, and the notifications are sent via Bluetooth from a phone.

“The Dot was created in order to offer a more intimate wearable for the visually impaired” – says CEO Eric Ju Yoon Kim.

Kim also plans on increasing the literacy rate among the blind by introducing this smartwatch, where one can now read one’s own messages instead of hear Siri read it out for you.

He also eventually, wants to use the same technology in other products such as microwaves, rice cookers, ATMs etc. The Dot Braille Smartwatch is said to launch this December for under $300.

July 30, 2015
Windows 10 Mobile Expected to Launch in November

With the arrival of the Windows 10 update for PCs and tablets, the release of the software on smartphones too, was highly anticipated. A Windows executive announced today, that the Windows 10 mobile may finally arrive in November.

“Obviously, there’s some duplication in engineering, sales and marketing, but it doesn’t change our strategy around mobility. Windows 10 Mobile is coming and it’s coming strong. Our core platform is Windows 10. It’s mobile in nature, not just the device, but the experience people will have. So there’s a big emphasis on the… mobile phone side of it. But there’s more thunder on that coming later in the year,” Doherty.

Reports suggest, that if the Windows 10 makes its debut in November, one can also expect the launch of the rumoured Lumia 950 (codename Talkman) and the Lumia 950 XL (codename: Cityman) around the same time. Currently, the time-frame suggests that these two devices may be launched in New York in late September or October.

Image Source: iafrica.com

Microsoft is having a separate launch for the Windows 10 mobile so as not to be outshined by other product launches.

July 30, 2015
Will the iPhone 7 Support Wireless Charging?

The answer to this question could be, yes. The iPhone could finally have a wireless charging pad and here is how. The WiPower, discovered by Qualcomm will help in the process:

“WiPower has added the ability to have the device itself made of metal. This advancement maintains WiPower’s existing ability to charge devices requiring up to 22 watts today, at speeds equal to or faster when compared to other wireless charging technologies.”

The main reason why Apple never released a wireless charging pad was because all its iPhones came with a metal body which interfered with any wireless charging pad. But now with the WiPower, which is itself made of metal, will help solve this problem. The WiPower is supported by the Rezence standard, which uses different technology than the more commonly used Qi standard. Although this shouldn’t be a problem for iPhone and iPad users, since their software is compatible with Rezence.

It is said that with the use of this technology could help you charge both a WiPower enabled iPads and iPhones, simultaneously. It can also use the bluetooth smart connection to determine the proper charging requirements for devices.

Rumours suggest that the iPhone 6 and 6Plus will also have metal backs although they may not support wireless charging. However, an iPhone 7 with a metal body could include the wireless charging software.

July 30, 2015
Samsung Expected to Drop S6, S6 Edge Prices Soon

The Samsung S6 arrived in India on the 10th of April 2014, it was touted as being the only Samsung smartphone that could perhaps finally compete with the other high-end smartphones such as the iPhone 6.

It’s specifications included a metal body casing, a 5.1 inches display with1440 x 2560 pixels resolution, a16 MP, 2988 x 5312 pixels, optical image stabilization, autofocus, LED flash camera, an internal memory of 32/64/128 GB with a 3 GB RAM, a non-removable Li-Ion 2550 mAh battery and run by Quad-core 1.5 GHz with the Android OS, v5.0.2 (Lollipop), upgradable to v5.1.1 (Lollipop). Despite this Samsung reported a fall in sales in the second quarter with the mobile division down by 8.9 percent and the mobile in particular, dropping 7.3 percent.

Their solution is to bring in certain adjustments pertaining to the price of the device, although these adjustments have not been described by the company, an insider says that one can expect a price cut on the Samsung S6. The original launch price of the device quoted as Rs. 61,900 for the 128GB variant.

Samsung seems to have a history of price cuts post the launch, due to low sales or otherwise. Samsung which was once the wold’s largest smartphone selling company is now lagging behind in sales due to its customer base shifting towards other competitors such as Apple, and now Chinese companies such as Xiaomi and Huawei.

Do you think these price cuts are unfair to users to have already bought the phone at its quoted launch price? Perhaps the price cuts will increase Samsung sales or people might wait for prices to drop again.

July 30, 2015
LG and Samsung Haven’t Given Up on Flip Phones Yet

All of us remember the Motorola Razr, which was all the rage back in 2005. It has since been taken over by other new slick phones such as the new age touchscreen android and iOS devices. But, Samsung and LG are back with the same design, perhaps to pinch the nostalgia within us.

On the 27th of July 2015, LG announced the Gentle, a flip phone that runs the latest Android 5.1 Lollipop. Following this Samsung, today, launched a flip phone called the Clamshell smartphone. Both phones have been released in South Korea and will be exclusively sold in Korea until further notice.

The LG gentle is a 4G LTE- equipped phone, has a 3.2-inch (480 x 320 resolution) display, 1.1GHz quad-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 3-megapixel camera and 4GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD card). It runs Android apps, in whatever limited capacity, and its 1,700mAh battery is likely to last for days since the phone doesn’t devour power from tons of pixels and 3D games.

The Samsung Clamshell on the other hand has an 8GB storage, 8-megapixel rear camera and a 2-megapixel front camera, a 3.80-inch display and a battery capacity of 1800mAh. However, the Galaxy folder comes with a single touchscreen.

As of now we still do not know which Android version the Samsung phone runs with, neither do we know about the processor type or RAM. But from whatever has been revealed, it seems like a grade above the LG Gentle.

The flip phones were discontinued previously, perhaps because it could not keep up with the increasing needs of the modern day society, and was henceforth taken over by the smartphone which provided us big touchscreens that are easier to use, have better cameras, can connect to the full Internet and feature lots of apps.

So, do you think the re-launch of this design is practical? Let us know, in the comments below.

July 30, 2015
This is How Google Helps You Avoid Long Queues

Google has introduced a new search feature which can now show you the busiest hours of a particular business, so that you can avoid transactions during that period.

The location card search will now show a “popular time” section, which shows you the address, phone number and hours of the business’. You can use this feature by typing in the name of a restaurant, store, or any other business and then select the “more about” button. This will give you more information about the place and will show you the “popular times” panel. This section, is based on the “historical visits to this place”.

This feature also keeps you updated about the traffic throughout the week on an hourly basis, in case it varies. The graph will not provide you with specific numbers but will show you the busiest hours in comparison to the rest of the day.

It is available on Google’s Android app and searches within Chrome and Safari Apps on iOs. Google says it has enabled the feature for millions of places and businesses around the world.

July 29, 2015
Now, Expect a Price Drop on the OnePlus One

Many are probably wondering what the fate of the OnePlus One will be, right after the release of the much anticipated OnePlus 2. Well, general Manager of OnePlus India, Vikas Agarwal, says that the device will not be discontinued but the price of the product will most definitely drop.

The OnePlus One is presently priced at Rs 18,998 for 16GB and Rs 21,998 for 64GB, though the exact price after the drop, has not been announced yet. Meanwhile, the company has announced its aim to sell around one million handsets by the end of this year.

Till then, it is suggested that the OnePlus 2 will be a better and easier buy since it has a lot more to offer due to heavy demands.

July 29, 2015
Windows 10 is Finally Here

All Windows users have been anticipating this day for months now, and it is finally here. The Windows 10 launches today, though with mixed reviews. It is being called a great combination of the Windows 7 & 8, especially with the return of features like the Start Button. Other features include Cortana, a new browsing experience with different modes such as the reading mode.

source: PCworld

One can upgrade to the Windows 10 by clicking on the ‘get windows 10’ icon on the Systems Tray of your PC. Otherwise, Windows has also provided a Quick Guide along with a website pertaining to the launch. Those of you who have already clicked on this button and have registered for the new Windows, have only to wait till Windows updates you about the download. The installation might take a day or two, depending on the traffic.

Most reports don’t call it a ‘traditional launch,’ since Windows 10 has been available to several users for a couple of months. Although, Microsoft says, that Windows 10 will perhaps be the last version of the Windows software program, which will keep updating itself gradually for free, over months and years.

As of now the Windows 10 will come with many guide videos to help upgraders use the new features such as, the cortana, XBox game streaming, built-in universal apps, and the improved security of Windows 10.

However, with mixed reviews, it is yet to be seen, whether Windows 10 will tighten its hold on the market. Let us know about your Windows 10 upgrade.

July 29, 2015

Spec Battle: Moto G (3rd Gen) VS Yu Yureka Plus VS Xiaomi Mi 4i

Motorola has just launched the long-awaited Moto G. And like many other competitive handsets around, Moto G, too, has seen its fair share of rumours and leaks.The device is available in two variants and will be available on Flipkart by midnight, today.

The device boasts of a 5-inch 720p display with 1280×720-pixel resolution and 294ppi. It is powered by a 1.4GHz Quad core CPU and the processor has been upgraded from Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 to Qualcomm Snapdragon 410, along with an Adreno306 GPU. It is juiced by a 2,470 mAh battery that can last roughly up to a day. The handset is available in two variants- 8GB storage with 1GB RAM and 16GB storage with 2GB RAM.

Camera specifications include a 13MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture, Field of view (FOV) up to 76 degrees. The 5MP front camera consists of a f/2.2 aperture and Field v (FOV) 72 degrees Display flash with fixed focus.

We have pitted the Moto G against the smartphones in the similar price bracket. Let us see how it fared.

Hardware Specs	Moto G 3rd Gen	Yu Yureka Plus	Xiaomi Mi 4i
Display	5-inch, 720p HD Corning Gorilla Glass 3	5.5-inch FHD Gorilla Glass 3	5-inches IPS LCD capacitive with Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution	1280 x 720px 294ppi	1920 x 1080px 400ppi	1080 x 1920px 441ppi
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 410	Qualcomm Snapdragon 615	Qualcomm Snapdragon 615
Processor	1.4GHz Quadcore \|	1.5GHz Octacore \| 64 Bit	1.7 GHz Octa-core \| 64 Bit
GPU	Adreno 306	Adreno 405	Adreno 405
RAM	1/2GB	2GB	2GB
Primary Camera	13MP	13MP Sony Sensor	13MP
Front Camera	5MP	5MP	5MP
Video Recoding	1080p Full HD	1080p Full HD	1080p Full HD
Storage	8GB/16GB	16GB	16GB
Expandable Up to	32GB	32 GB	N/A
Battery	2,470 mAh	2,500 mAh	3,120mAh
Operating System	Android(TM) Lollipop 5.1.1	Android 5.1 Lollipop with Cyanogen 12	Android 5.0 Lollipop with MIUI 6
Connectivity	MicroUSB, 3.5mm headset jackBluetooth 4.0WiFi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4 GHz)	MicroUSB, 3.5mm headset jackBluetooth 4WiFi 802.11 b/g/n	MicroUSB, 3.5mm headset jackBluetooth 4.1WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Price	Rs.11, 999 for 8GB, Rs 12,999 for 16GB	Rs. 9,999	Rs. 12,999

As we can see above, Yu Yureka Plus is apparently leading the way to be the first choice of the market due to the same, or better specs in each category at a much cheaper price. But, Moto G should not be undervalued in this race. We think that by adding features like being waterproof for up to 3 feet for 30 minutes, or just shaking the handset for the camera to start automatically, should take the Moto G (Gen 3) a step forward. And, how can we forget the choice between 10 different coloured shell covers and 5 flip covers that leave us spoiled for choice.

Read more about the Hands On of the Moto G 3rd Gen here

Watch the video of iGyaan’s founder Bharat Nagpal in conversation with Motorola India’s General Manager, Amit Boni below.

July 28, 2015

Launchpad: Introducing the Moto G (Gen 3)

Motorola announced the launch of its new smartphone the Moto G (Gen 3) today. The phone is part of the Moto G series, which became a huge success in India when its first installment released in November 2013. Their mantra is to give their user the pure Android experience, priced reasonably.

For the launch of Moto G (Gen 3), iGyaan’s founder Bharat Nagpal sat down with Motorola India’s General Manager, Amit Boni for an exclusive interview.

Watch the full interview here:

The unique feature about the Moto G (Gen 3) is that it is one of the few exclusive devices with a waterproof system supported by an IPX7 software. Hence, it can stay in three feet of water for up to 30 minutes. Apart from that, the phone caters to regular smartphone users and claims to be sturdy.

It comes with the Android Lollipop 5.1.1, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 (MSM8916) processor with 1.4 GHz quad-core CPU, Adreno 306 with 400 MHz GPU.

The display boasts of a 5-inch, 720p HD (1280 x 720), 294 ppi with a battery of 2,470 mAh, mixed usage up to 24 hours. It provides a 4G LTE network connection with a rear camera of up to13MP f/2.0, Field of view (FOV) 76 degree, and a front camera of 5 MP f/2.2, Field v (FOV) 72 degrees Display flash with fixed focus.

The phone will be available in two variants – the 8GB storage + 1GB RAM and the 16GB storage + 2GB RAM. Both variants are expandable upto 32GB.

A more detailed specification is given below:

Check out the specifications and our hands on video for the Moto G (Gen 3):

Specifications	Moto G (Gen 3)
Display	5 inches, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution	HD, 1280×720 pixels
Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410
Processor	1.4 Ghz Quad Core
GPU	Adreno 306
RAM	1GB/2GB
Storage	8GB/16GB
Expandable Upto	32 GB
Rear Camera	13MP
Front Camera	2MP
Video	1080p HD video, 30 fps
Battery	2470 mAh
Operating System	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
Connectivity	Bluetooth v4.0, A2DP, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, AGPS, GLONASS GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 7(2600), 20(800)
Price	Rs. 11,999/ Rs. 12,999

The smartphone will be able on Flipkart tonight onwards, at midnight and you can expect to have various offers on Flipkart and Mintra, thanks to this collaboration. The 8GB version priced at Rs.11,999 and the 16GB at Rs.12,999. According to the company, the Moto G (Gen 3) has been custom made for the Indian monsoon season and for day to day users. It may not be the perfect phone for gamers, but with a price of Rs. 11,999/12,999 and the upgraded specifications, the Moto G Gen 3 should be up for a good start.

The Moto G (Gen 2) will be discontinued on Flipkart from today and you have the option of exchanging your old Moto E and G (Gen 2) phones, for the new Moto G (Gen 3), which you will get a heavy discount for. So do give it a good thought.

July 28, 2015

Apple May Not Bring Out a 4-inch iPhone 6C

In an earlier article, we showed you the rumoured leaked images of the iPhone 6C, and according to other reports and rumours, Apple was meant to launch 3 iPhones this year. But, on 27th July 2015, an update by digitaltrends said that the 4-inch phone had been scrapped and that a picture of what might have been the iPhone 6C’s battery pack had also been removed.

This rumour began when sometime in January, Timothy Arcuri, of Cowen and Company hinted that he saw signs of a smaller iPhone being in production. Later, in July, he stated that plans for a 4-inch iPhone 6C have since been scrapped, attributing one of the reasons to the successful sales of the iPhone 6 and stating that the launch of a new phone would be self-destructive. However, another leaked image of a smaller 1715 mAh battery, that appeared on a website called nowhereelse.fr, sparked rumour mills again.

Image Source: nowhereelse.fr

Most sources deny the launch of a new iPhone 6C, however, reports have found, that along with the launch of the Apple 6 and 6 Plus, Apple revealed a brightly coloured phone that looked exactly like the 5C, but had one small difference. If one looked at the Home Button, one would see a chrome surround and an absence of a square icon, that gave the impression of a Touch ID sensor. Since then rumours have been afloat, as to whether, Apple might have leaked its own phone. These rumours could be false, since the images could also have been a poorly constructed press render.

July 28, 2015

Motorola Launches the New Moto G, Moto X and Possibly the Moto 360 Today

Motorola is expected to launch two of its anticipated products today in New Delhi, New York, London & San Francisco, simultaneously. By the look of their invitation that reads “Your relationship status is about to change”, signed, ” XGX Moto”, it seems like they are going to launch the Moto X (Gen 3) and the budget-friendly Moto G (Gen 3) smartphones. There are added rumours that Motorola will also launch a new product, for which there seems to be barely any information, called the Moto 360 (Gen 2)

Although, most of the specs for the Moto G (Gen 3) are available, Flipkart accidentally leaked the 8GB white Moto G (Gen 3) priced at Rs 11, 999. Below are the rumoured specifications for the Moto G (Gen 3):

Specification	Moto G (Gen 3)
Display	5 “(12.7 cm) TFT, Gorilla Glass
Resolution	1080 x 1920 HD
Chipset	NA
Processor	MSM8916 1.4 Ghz Quadcore
GPU	NA
RAM	1GB
Storage	8 GB
Expandability	32 GB
Rear Camera	13 MP
Rear Camera Video	1080p
Front Camera	5MP
Front Camera Video	NA
Battery	Non-removable Li-ion 2470 mAh battery
Operating System	Android 5.1 Lollipop
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth v4.0, A2DP, LE, GSM 850/900/1800/1900, HSDPA 850/900/1900/2100, LTE band 1 (2100), 3 (1800), 7 (2600), 20 (800)
Miscellaneous	Fingerprint sensor
Price	Rs.11, 999

Apart from this, the Moto G (Gen 3) is also rumoured to be waterproof!

The Moto X (Gen 3), however is a better kept secret and the price of the product, due to the launch today, is still unknown. However, the speculated specifications of the phone are rumoured to be as follows:

Specification	Moto X (Gen 3)
Technology
Display	5.2 inches,1440X2560 pixels resolution,AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Body	Nano SIM
OS	Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop),
Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8992 Snapdragon 808
CPU	Dual-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A57 & quad-core 1.44 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU	Adreno 418
Storage	32/64 GB, 4 GB RAM (Internal), with Micro SD Slot
Camera	21 MP, 5312 x 2988 pixels, autofocus, optical image stabilization, dual-LED flash (primary)
Video	2160p@30fps, 1080p@120fps, HDR
Secondary Camera	5 MP, 1080p
Communications	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot, bluetooth v4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE, GPS withA-GPS, GLONASS, microUSB v2.0, USB Host and NFC
Features	Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, temperature, SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM, HTML5
Battery	Non-removable Li-Ion 3600 mAh battery
Miscellaneous	– Fast battery charging: 60% in 30 min (Quick Charge 2.0) – Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic – MP3/AAC+/WAV/WMA player – MP4/H.264/WMV player – Photo/video editor – Document viewer
Colours	Black, White

The third product, which is being highly anticipated, is Motorola’s smartwatch Moto 360 (Gen 2). Although, it is rumoured to be releasing today, there have been leaks about it that revealed the Moto 360 (Gen 2) to be like the Moto 360 in design but slimmer. The Moto 360 (Gen 2) is rumoured to have inserts where the watchband is supposed to be, rather than arms and the physical button seems to be placed in the center, as displayed in the leaked pictures .

Despite leaked images and information, the Motorola devices still seem to be creating a buzz. According to sources, the launch date has been set for today at 3:30pm (New Delhi). With the launch of the OnePlus 2 this morning, it is to be seen whether the Motorola devices will be able to stand the competition.

July 28, 2015

Here is Everything You Need to Know About the One Plus 2
It’s out and how. Already creating a buzz by being the first to introduce their newest addition to the One Plus family on VR, Co-founder, Carl Pei insisted on letting everyone live their experience of launching the highly coveted One Plus 2. Now that it’s formally out, here is everything you need to know about the One Plus 2:

1. Pricing

The VR launch that took place, had founders Carl Pei and Pete Lau teasing viewers with the speculation of the price. Even till the very end, they didn’t formally announce the numbers but instead took to Twitter to announce the cost. The 16GB variant costs Rs. 22,999 and the 64GB costs Rs. 24,999. With the minor difference in price, one wouldn’t consider buying the 16GB at all, don’t you think? While most phones that they have as competition, cost exorbitant amounts, the OnePlus 2 comes at a reasonable price for the specs its offers and the upgradation it has been through.

2. It’s Available from 11th August

The One Plus 2 will hit the markets of US, China, Canada and India, on August 11th. A few months back the company had admitted that India is one of their priority markets. Reservations and invites for the purchase of the phone can be done on https://oneplus.net/invites. In addition to this, Pei has announced that there will be nine pop up stores all over the world that allow you to experience the One Plus 2 before purchasing it.The pop up stores will also have invites as well as goodie bags that you can take back. The experience zones will open in India, in Bangalore and Delhi. The address for the stores are as mentioned below:
3. Processor

With the OnePlus 2, we have something bold to say. We believe that great products come from great ideas, not multi-million dollar marketing campaigns. We believe “that’s just the way things are” is almost always the wrong answer. Most of all, we believe that great things should be shared.

The makers of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 claim that this is “the most advanced chip they have ever made.” Naturally then, this has to be fitted onto the most advanced phones of its time. This is a huge improvement from the OnePlus One as it will be able to take both front and back camera pictures without a drop in superior quality, the 4G LTE connectivity will be smooth and the gaming experience will also be pleasurable. Pei stated that OnePlus has focused on and built their phone around the processor, instead of gimmicky features.

4. Built and Display

People who have had the opportunity to fiddle with the One Plus 2, before its launch, said that the built was good with a Magnesium Aluminium alloy frame running around the phone, that gave it a classy look. It has polished steel buttons, and you can customise your Home and Back buttons to your liking. When it comes to the display, with a 5.5″ display, and a really bright screen that allows you to use your phone in the brightest of sunlight, the display of the OnePlus 2 will surely not disappoint. One can reduce the brightness with the Dark Mode option too. For the complete spec sheet click here.

4. Finger Print Sensor

This is touted as the most convenient feature and the company claims that the fingerprint sensor is actually faster than the iPhone. It can register 5 fingers and is an excellent security feature that is easy to use.

5. Alert Slider

We usually find it embarrassing when our phone starts ringing in a meeting and we have to turn the Home screen on, in order to activate the Silent mode. However, the One Plus 2 has an Alert Slider at the side of the phone itself, which allows you to slide between the options of no notifications, some notifications and all notifications. So, you can toggle between the three, at your own convenience.

6. USB Type-C Port

This is the first major company to have include feature in their phones. And in addition to this, the USB port will also have a patented reversible side that will allow you to plug it into any device you want.

7. Style Swap Covers

The OnePlus One had received mixed responses in relation to the black sandstone finish cover that it had. However, this time around, OnePlus 2 gives you four other options in addition to the basic black that they were offering. Therefore, you can change the back cover in a matter of seconds and completely customise your phone from the outside as well as inside. Fancy, right?

8. Software

The phone is supported by OxygenOS that isn’t purely Android and carries some minor changes. With additional features like Dark Mode, Customisable LED options, you can control your apps with the notifications you want and silence the ones you don’t want to be bothered by too. It also has a newly embedded Camera app that includes the slow motion option that allows you to take 120 frames per second and is also fit with an automatic Time Lapse Mode.

9. Camera

Lastly, everyone wanted the camera to be better and OnePlus 2 has lived up to its expectations. It has a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera that makes picture taking, easy and crystal clear. One very important addition to the camera is OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) that allows you to take pictures despite having a shaky hand as its focus point becomes strong. The camera is also fitted with a Laser Focus System that scans the screen for the perfect focal point and also takes less than 0.3 seconds to shift the focus point, without causing a blur. Thus, the company claims that the OnePlus 2 is ready to conquer anything from a scenery to night photography, with utmost ease. Carl Pei and Pete Lau are proud of their endeavour to ‘Never Settle,’ by attempting to create a future-proof phone.

Do you have faith in the OnePlus 2, as well? Let us know.
July 28, 2015