Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Oppo Begins Global RollOut Of its Camera Focused F1 Plus

Oppo starts Rolling out its Camera Focused F1 Plus Android Smartphone in the select markets. Oppo F1 Plus will be on sale online starting May with a price of £299 in the UK and €389 elsewhere in Europe. In India also it will be available for INR 26990 ($400).


Oppo F1 Plus


Oppo F1 Plus has very similar design to iPhone 6s. Moreover it features a 5.5-inch display is a Full HD IPS LCD display covered in Gorilla Glass 4, Oppo F1 plus is powered with octa-core MediaTek Helio P10, 4GB of RAM and 32GB or 64GB internal memory, 2850-mAh Battery capacity. The Phone also features fast charging with which battery of the phone will charge up to 75% of its capacity in just 30 minutes. Moreover it runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box.


Also Read:Oppo to Start Smartphones Manufacturing in India


Oppo F1 Plus comes in Gold and Rose Gold colors, this phone will be available to buy in May. Although in China, Taiwan, Singapore and Australia Oppo F1 Plus will comes in the name of Oppo R9.



Oppo Begins Global RollOut Of its Camera Focused F1 Plus

AT&T comes with Galaxy Express Prime, Galaxy Express 3 and Galaxy J3

AT&T now offers three new Samsung Smartphones namely Galaxy Express Prime, Galaxy Express 3 and Galaxy J3. Moreover, All these smartphones will be available on an AT&T Next 24 installment plan.




Samsung Galaxy Express Prime features a midrange specs which includes a 5-inch 720p display, a quad-core 1.3 GHz Exynos 3475 chipset, a 5-megapixel camera on the back, a 2-megapixel front camera, 1.5GB of RAM, 16GB of expandable storage, Android 6.0 Marshmallow and a 2,600 mAh battery. Galaxy Express Prime is available for $129.99 via AT&T GoPhone (Prepaid).


Also Read: Buy Samsung Galaxy S7 from Walmart and get $150 Discount


Samsung Galaxy Express 3 features an entry level specs which includes a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED display, a 1.1GHz quad-core processor, 8GB of internal storage and a microSD card slot that accepts storage cards up to 128GB.The handset, which comes in white, also includes a 2,050mAh battery and a 5MP rear-facing camera and runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Galaxy Express 3 is avaialble for $79.99 via AT&T GoPhone (Prepaid).


Also Read: Samsung Foldable Smartphone launch Expected Next Year


Samsung Galaxy J3 also features midrange specs, It  is powered with a 1.5GHz quad-core processor coupled with 1.5GB of RAM. It packs 8GB of inbuilt storage which can be expanded via microSD card (up to 128GB). The Android 5.1 Lollipop-based Galaxy J3 features the Samsung TouchWiz UI on top. It features a 5-inch HD (720×1280 pixels) Super Amoled display. Moreover, highlight of this device is NFC. When we comes to connectivity Phone has 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and Micro-USB. Galaxy J3 is available for $5.67 per month via AT&T Next (30 months), roughly translating to a full retail pricing of $170. Moreover Galaxy J3 is available via standard AT&T postpaid offering.



AT&T comes with Galaxy Express Prime, Galaxy Express 3 and Galaxy J3

ZTE Nubia to announce Nubia Z11 Smartphones on April 19

ZTE’s Nubia released a teaser for a conference on April 19. Company doesn’t say any thing about the theme of this conference, But according to the speculations and leaks company can launch Nubia Z11 series android smartphones.


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Nubia Z11 and Nubia Z11 Mini are two smartphones which are supposed to be launched in this press conference on April 19. Coming to the specs and features of both these phones which are out on web according to leaks and romours are listed below in Detail.


Also Read: Meizu to Unveil its M3 Note on April 6th


Nubia Z11 Specs


  • Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Nubia UI

  • Fingerprint sensor

  • 5-inch fullHD (1920 x 1080) display

  • Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 64-bit octa-core processors

  • 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage

  • 16-megapixel rear camera and an 8-megapixel front camera

  • 2,750mAh battery

Nubia Z11 Mini Specs


  • Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS

  • 1.5GHz / 1.2GHz octa-core processor

  • Fingerprint sensor

  • 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage on board

  • 16MP rear and 8MP front cameras


ZTE Nubia to announce Nubia Z11 Smartphones on April 19

Google Upgrade its Play Family Apps Icons

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Google has introduces new Icons to its Play Family Apps namely Play Store, Play Music, Play Books and more. New Icons are more brighter and flatter than earlier. Moreover, each of than is embedded with the basic play button which was earlier used only in the Google Play Store Icon.  It has made this change to provide a more consistent look across its entire family of Google Play apps.


Also Read:Google Calculator Lands as Standalone App at Play Store


Although the look and feel of these apps interface is not changed but may be Google will upgrade the user interface of these apps very soon. New Google Play icons will be available across all the devices and online in the coming week. So keep clam if you did not get these icons now you will get these in a week.


People who got these new icons on there devices, Let us know what are your thoughts on these little changes on your devices.



Google Upgrade its Play Family Apps Icons

Monday, April 4, 2016

Blackberry Priv Beta Access For Marshmallow Testing

Blackberry Priv Owners can now have access to Marshmallow as Blackberry has opened up Beta Access for Marshmallow testing.


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Users who are eager to get the latest Marshmallow update on Blackberry Priv can access the Beta offer. This is for the first time that Blackberry has issued these kind of offerings for update.


The new Marshmallow Beta Update Android 6.0+, as well as additional privacy tweaks that will make your Priv’s data more safe than ever.


Here are few other Blackberry Priv Marshmallow Beta Features:


  • Now On Tap, which identifies keywords in your communications, apps and searches and automatically adds cards with relevant information, such as directions to a restaurant mentioned in your friend’s dinner invitation.

  • Better battery life with Doze, which puts your PRIV into a sleep state when you haven’t used or moved it in a while, and App Standby, which limits the impact of rarely used apps on your battery.

  • Streamlined settings allow you to manage all of an app’s settings in one place.

  • Auto backup for apps, which lets you seamlessly back up your apps and app data, and system settings backup, which allows you to back up things like sync, do not disturb and accessibility settings, so you can get right back where you were if you need to restore.

You can sign up for the Android OS by BlackBerry beta program.



Blackberry Priv Beta Access For Marshmallow Testing

Samsung Gear VR now Supports WebVR

Samsung Gear VR gets the WebVR support which means now you can easily transition from a mobile experience to immersive VR, meaning that we can start browsing the web on a mobile browser and then insert the phone into the Gear VR to seamlessly transition to a virtual reality environment where they can experience 360-degree video and related content. Although the WebVR is in Beta mode so you may get some problems while using this service.


Samsung’s GearVR WebVR


Samsung gives some more features along with the WebVR in its latest update, Which includes any web page you are browsing on the Samsung Internet browser for Android will automatically show up on the Gear VR browser when you attach your smartphone to the headset.


Also Read: Best Lollipop and Marshmallow Custom ROMs for Samsung Galaxy S4


Although Samsung has already has a web browser Last Year. But this experience will be very different. Do Tell us about your experiences about these features on Samsung Gear VR via comments below.



Samsung Gear VR now Supports WebVR

Nova Launcher 4.3 Beta 2 comes with new Night mode

Nova Launcher is one of the most popular Android launcher. That’s why Company introduce Nova launcher Betas which include new features and fixes before they are released to all users. However they also are not as well tested and may not be as reliable. Betas are best for people who don’t mind when things temporarily break a little bit. Now in Nova Launcher 4.3 Beta 2 they introduces new Night mode.


Nova Launcher 4.3 beta 2


Nova Launcher 4.3 Beta 2 comes with Night Mode, Improved search bar configuration and Bug fixes. In Night time Nova launcher automatically configures search bar, app drawer, and desktop folders to Dark theme. It works either follow your system time, be set to auto mode based on your location.


To install this New Beta version of Nova launcher you need to be part of Nova Launcher Beta G+ Community after that you also have to be part of beta testing program on play Store. After that you can either turn on beta updates in the regular Nova app or download the APK from here.


After installing this version of Nova launcher do tell us about your experiences with this new Night Mode introduces in this beta version of Nova launcher.



Nova Launcher 4.3 Beta 2 comes with new Night mode

Buy Samsung Galaxy S7 from Walmart and get $150 Discount

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Samsung’s latest flagship device Galaxy S7 gets a price cut on Walmart. Walmart gives discount of $150 on Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S6. This promotion Offer is available in-store on monthly installments from AT&T, Verizon and Sprint. The Offer will continue till teh end of June 2016.


Also Read: Samsung Galaxy S7 vs Galaxy S6 vs Galaxy S5 Comparison


Also Read: Specs Comparison: Samsung Galaxy S7 Vs. LG G5


For a Reminder  Galaxy S7 features a 5.1-inch display sporting a resolution of 2560 by 1440 pixels, a Exynos processor paired with 4GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, a microSD card slot and ships with Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box. Other features include 12MP rear camera, 5MP front-facing camera, WiFi, water resistant and comes with a massive 3,000 mAh battery. Moreover, Samsung Galaxy S7 comes in three color variants namely Gold, Silver or Black.



Buy Samsung Galaxy S7 from Walmart and get $150 Discount

Sunday, April 3, 2016

Best Android Phones of 2016

best android smartphones 2016Android Smartphone market is growing day by day as new companies are coming with new Android Phones in the market. Result of which there is a flurry of Android Phones in the Market this year. Some of the major manufactures also announced the flagship Devices this year in span of three months. Here we are with the best of guide which consists best Android phones of 2016 till present date. Moreover we will update this Best of Guide every month with New entries.


1. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge


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Samsung launches Galaxy S7 Edge in MWC 2016 in Barcelona. Galaxy S7 Edge has many refinements in design when comparing it with predecessor Galaxy S6 Edge. In S6 edge company makes the back panel flat which is bit uncomfortable in holding, keeping this thing in mind company make the Galaxy S7 Edge back panel is curved like the front side.


It is more powerfull than S6 edge as it is powered with the latest Snapdragon 820 processor with 4GB RAM, 32GB built-in storage with microSD support up to 200GB, 3,000mAh battery and it also have same Dual Pixel Cameras on front and back 5MP and 12 MP. Coming to Display it haves a  5.5″ Quad HD Super AMOLED display with 534ppi. Moreover this phone is waterproof and dust Resistant.


We have given the top spot to Galaxy S7 edge because of its Edge Screen because almost all other features and specs are same with Galaxy S7. It is priced at $779 in US, 56900 INR in India5,688 Yuan in China and £639 in UK.


2. Samsung Galaxy S7


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Samsung did not change much in the Galaxy S7 Design. Although device is more powerful than S6. It comes with a new feature in the camera app is called Motion photo very similar to Apple’s Live Photos.


Anyhow Samsung Galaxy S7 is packed with more improved camera with a 12 Megapixel sensor having LED flash and IR sensor on the back and 5MP on the front side for selfies, a 5.1-inch Super AMOLED QuadHD screen, 3,000mAh battery. Galaxy S7 is powered with Snapdragon 820 processor with 4GB RAM, 32GB built-in storage with microSD support up to 200GB.


Now coming to the Galaxy S7 Price, it is priced at $670 in US, 48900 INR in India, 4,888 Yuan in China and £569 in UK.


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3. LG G5


Lg launches its Flagship device is LG G5 in an event in MWC 2016 in Barcelona. It comes packed with some interesting features like Always-on Display and dual Cameras on the Back.


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In detail LG G5 is embedded with a 5.3-inch screen Quad HD IPS display (2560 x 1440 / 554ppi) and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Processor. There’s a microSD Card Slot and Always-on Display is also present along with Camera: Rear: Standard 16MP, Wide 8MP / Front: 8MP. It’s camera is fixed with 135 degree wide-angle lens. Graphically it is powered by Adreno 530 GPU, 4GB RAM, 32GB internal storage and much more is present. It runs on latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow and is gets its power from 2,800mAh battery.


Moreover, LG G5 comes with various Accessories like LG 360 VR,LG 360 CAM, LG Rolling Bot, LG Tone Platinum, H3 by B&O PLAY, LG Smart Controller which extends the features of LG G5. Although, The price of LG G5 is not out yet.


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4. Sony Xperia X Performance


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Sony Launches its New Xperia X series in MWC 2016. Sony Xperia X Performance is the new flagship device of the company. Xperia X Performace is waterproof, stereo speakers, latest Snapdragon 820 with 3GB Of RAM, 23 MP Camera, 32 GB internal storage.


Xperia X Performance is the most powerful phone among the other X series smartphones launched by the company. Phone will be available in June 2016 for sale. Although according to some sources Device is only for Asian Market. Sony is also did not said any thing about the price of this Smartphone.


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5. Xiaomi Mi 5


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Xiaomi’s launches its next flagship device on 24th february 2016. It comes in three variants and its price starts from CNY 1,999 (21,000 INR). Its Price is very less than the other flagship devices from the big companies like Samsung, etc. Although Xiaomi Mi 5 performs very well against all the flagship devices.


Xiaomi Mi 5 is powered with a Quad-Core Snadpragon 820 processor and runs on MIUI 7 based on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). It has a 16-megapixel rear camera with two-tone LED flash and 4 megapixel front camera. It is also packed with USB Type-C port and a 3000mAh battery with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, fingerprint sensor is present and phone also has a 3D glass body with strong glass.


As i said in the opening paragraph that Mi 5 comes in three variants, So these variants are- standard edition featuring 3GB LPDD4 RAM and 32GB inbuilt storage priced at CNY 1,999 (approximately INR 21,000); high version featuring 3GB LPDD4 RAM and 64GB storage priced at CNY 2,299 (approximately INR 24,000), and exclusive edition featuring 4GB LPDD4 RAM and 128GB storage priced at CNY 2,999 (approximately INR. 31,500).


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Stay Tuned we will update this Best android phones of 2016 list with new entries next month.



Best Android Phones of 2016