Google Project Loon Coming in India with Local telcos partnership

Google is going to test its Project Loon in India with telcos partnership. Today Google’s managing director of India, Rajan Anandan says in an interview to the Economic Times. “The actual provisioning of the service is done by a local telco. So, we’re talking to a number of local telcos, We can’t do a Loon pilot without partnering with a local telco.”

Almost all of us thinks of that the Internet as a global community. But two-thirds of the world’s population does not yet have Internet access. Project Loon is a network of balloons traveling on the edge of space, designed to connect people in rural and remote areas, help fill coverage gaps in Network.

Also Read: Google sends out invites for Testing of Google Fiber Phone Service

Company is trying to sort out things with the government to kickstart this project in the Country. In December 2014, company met first time with government authorities to address potential issues concerning to Project Loon transmissions interfering with cellular networks and to look into ways to work with existing telecom firms.

Google also working on the project to bring free Wi-Fi to 400 railway stations across the India. The first these went online in January and 99 more are expected to get online by the end of 2016.

How you are feeling about this initiative by Google in India. Tell us via comments below

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Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge are Launching in India on March 8th

Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge are Launching in India on March 8th. Earlier on 21st February Samsung Announces both the devices in Barcelona. Both the devices are available for Pre-orders in US and UK and some carriers are also starts shipping.

Samsung will showcased its new flagship devices Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge in New Delhi on 8th March and after that devices will be available in the market very soon. As Expected India is among the first countries to get Samsung’s new flagship devices.  Now coming to the Price we did not have any official word yet but according to the price in US and UK, Both the devices are expected to be priced between Rs 50,000 and Rs 60,000 at the time of the launch in India.

Also Read: AT&T and Sprint starts shipping Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge
Also Read:Samsung Launches its Upgrade Program in UK

Just have a look at the specs of Both Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge below.

Components	Samsung Galaxy S7	Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Processor:	Octa core (2.3GHz Quad + 1.6GHz Quad), 64 bit, 14 nm process – Quad core (2.15GHz Dual + 1.6GHz Dual), 64 bit, 14 nmprocess * May differ by markets and mobile operators	Octa core (2.3GHz Quad + 1.6GHz Quad), 64 bit, 14 nm process – Quad core (2.15GHz Dual + 1.6GHz Dual), 64 bit, 14 nmprocess * May differ by markets and mobile operators
Display:	5.1″ Quad HD Super AMOLED (2560 X 1440, 577ppi)	5.5″ Quad HD Super AMOLED (2560 X 1440, 534ppi, Edge Screen)
Storage:	32/64GB (UFS 2.0) + microSD (up to 200GB)	32/64GB (UFS 2.0) + microSD (up to 200GB)
RAM:	4GB (LPDDR4)	4GB (LPDDR4)
Camera:	Rear: Dual Pixel 12MP / 5MP, (F1.7), Smart OIS	Rear: Dual Pixel 12MP / 5MP, (F1.7), Smart OIS
Battery:	3,000mAh non-removable	3,600mAh non-removable
Software:	Android 6.0 “Marshmallow”	Android 6.0 “Marshmallow”
Connectivity:	WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), MIMO, Bluetooth v 4.2 LE, ANT+, USB 2.0, NFC, Location	WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4/5GHz), MIMO, Bluetooth v 4.2 LE, ANT+, USB 2.0, NFC, Location
Dimensions:	142.4 x 69.6 x 7.9mm, 152g	150.9 x 72.6 x 7.7mm, 157g
Payment:	NFC, MST	NFC, MST
Sensors:	Accelerometer, Proximity, RGB Light, Geo-magnetic, Gyro, Fingerprint, Barometer, Hall, HRM	Accelerometer, Proximity, RGB Light, Geo-magnetic, Gyro, Fingerprint, Barometer, Hall, HRM
Audio:	MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA	MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, WMA, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA
Video:	MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM	MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, WMV, ASF, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
Other:	IP68 Water & Dust Resistant / Wireless Charging	IP68 Water & Dust Resistant / Wireless Charging

 

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Verizon's Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is Getting Android 6.0 Marshmallow

Here is a good news for the Users of  Galaxy Note 5 in US, as Verizon’s Note 5 starts getting Android 6.0 Marshmallow over the air with build “MMB29K”. The update is scheduled to begin rollout on March 4 as software version VRU2BPB2, so if you aren’t able to pull it this evening, try not to stress. To check manually head into Settings>About Device>Software updates>Check for Updates.

Also Read: Sony Xperia Z5, Z4 Tablet, and Z3+ to Get Marshmallow update from 7th march

The update includes all the features of Marshmallow like Google Now on Tap, Doze and an App Permissions Manager, the software update also provides Wi-Fi Calling for HD Voice users and Live Broadcast improvements. Along with these Galaxy Note 5 also gets the latest security patches on Samsung’s flagship phablet for 2015

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OnePlus 2 Getting OxygenOS 2.2.1 Brings Various New Features

OnePlus 2 has received a small update to OxygenOS 2.2.1 with several important changes and performance fixes. Along with the new enhancements, OnePlus has also added various bug fixes.

Other changes includes the security patch update and company has added support for Romanian language support. Other changes can be seen in the changelog below:

• RAW support in OnePlus Camera


• Bluetooth compatibility improvement


• Ultra SIM compatibility improvement


• GMS 3.0 upgrade


• Improvement for roaming issues


• Fix for occasional image corruption issue in OnePlus Camera


• Security patch update


• Romanian language support

If you received the update than share your experience with us via comments below. Also if you didn’t received the update, you need to wait for few days as it will take sometime to reach you.

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Samsung Launches its Upgrade Program in UK

Samsung has launched its Latest Galaxy Flagship devices Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge at MWC 2016. Now, today Samsung announce its Pre-Orders with Upgrade scheme in which you can have latest Galaxy Flagship every 12 months.

In this Samsung Upgrade Program you have to pay 10% Deposit upfront i.e. £56.90 for Samsung Galaxy S7 and £63.90 for Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. where as remaining amount will be charged as the monthly installments for 12 months. After 12 months you can have the next Galaxy flagship, and for the new device you will not have to pay 10% deposit upfront than.

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

If you avail of the Samsung Upgrade program before of March 10 you’ll also get a complimentary Galaxy VR. Preorders of the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 edge are already available on the Samsung website, and that includes free shipping from March 8.

Pre-Order Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge 

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Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) and Galaxy J5 (2016) appears at TENAA with Metal Bodies

Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) and Galaxy J5 (2016) are certified by the TENAA with full metalic bodies. Earlier in a day Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro with 4GB of RAM gets the certification at TENAA.

Both the smartphones will falls in midrange category of Samsung Smartphones. Any how Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) is having a 5.2-inch 720p Super AMOLED touchscreen, a 13 MP rear camera with LED flash and laser autofocus, a 5 MP selfie snapper, a 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of expandable storage, and 4G on board. It runs Android 5.1.1 Lollipop. Its dimensions are 145.7 x 72.3 x 7.9 mm, and it weighs 155.4g.

Also Read: Comparison: Xiaomi Mi 5 vs Apple iPhone 6s vs Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

Now coming to the other one Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016), this device comes in two variants one powered by a 1.6 GHz octa-core processor and the other is powered by an unknown octa-core processor with four cores clocked at 1.5 GHz, and other four cores clocked at 1.2 GHz. Rest of the specs are same in both the variants.

Galaxy J7 (2016) features 3GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, a microSD card slot, a 13-megapixel rear-facing camera, a 5-megapixel front-facing camera with an LED flash, 4G LTE connectivity, a 3,300 mAh battery, and a 7.6mm thin body.

Source: TENAA (Galaxy J5, Galaxy J7 SM-J7108, Galaxy J7 SM-J7109)

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 in India for ₹9,999 ($150)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 has been launched in India for the price of ₹9,999 which is approx ($150). Redmi Note 3 is the successor of Redmi Note 2 which is the best device of whole Note lineup.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 is packed with a 5.5-inch Full HD IPS LCD display, Snapdragon 650 SoC with four Cortex A53 cores clocked at 1.4GHz and two newer Cortex A72 cores at 1.8GHz. Further, Redmi Note 3 has got 16MP camera with phase detection autofocus, 5MP front shooter with LTE connectivity, Wi-Fi ac, Bluetooth 4.1, and a 4000mAh battery. Redmi Note 3 is also the first Xiaomi phone to have a fingerprint sensor and the first Redmi phone to have a metal body.

There are two models of the phone one with 16 GB internal having 2GB of RAM and it is priced at INR 9,999. While, other is 32GB variant which is priced at INR 11,999 along with 3GB of RAM.

If we compare it with other devices then it is a pure competitor to Lenovo’s Vibe K4 Note, the Honor 5X, and the LeEco 1S.

Well, Xiaomi is also coming with some other goodies like accessories along with Redmi Note 3. Also, Xiaomi is also gearing for Xiaomi Mi 5 launch in India along with Accessories.

Here how many of you are going to buy the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3?

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[Deal] Get LG watch Urbane 1st gen for Just $179.99

LG Watch Urbane 1st gen is launched back in last year. Now you can get this beautiful and powerful smartwatch from eBay for just $179.99 with this you will get US Warranty. Although three months back this device is available at discounted price for a limited time.

The smartwatch is compatible with both Android and iOS devices, so you don’t necessarily need an Android device to operate the wearable. Given that the Watch Urbane was initially sold for $300, this deal lets you get in on the premium wearable action on the cheap.

LG Watch Urbane doesn’t feature standalone cellular connectivity, but it have an exquisite design, with a sharp 320 x 320 pix res 1.3-inch P-OLED screen, water and dust resistance, the wearable’s own Wi-Fi support, and relatively large 410 mAh battery. If you wanna have an Android Wear smartwatch than this is great opportunity for you. So go through the link below and buy LG Watch urbane.

Buy LG Watch Urbane for $179.99

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Sony Kicks off Pre-Orders for Xperia X and Xperia XA in UK

Sony announced its all new Xperia X series smartphones at MWC 2016 last month. Now company is up for Pre-Orders for the Xperia X and Xperia XA in UK. You can pre-order these devices through MobileFun at £529 and £249 respectively. Both phones are only on sale so far in the black colour option.

Xperia X and Xperia XA boast next generation camera technology, battery and design.Sony Xperia X  is powered by Snapdragon 650 with 3GB of RAM, 5″ Full HD (1080 x 1920), 23MP Predictive Hybrid AF rear camera and 13MP front camera with 2620 mAh battery More over Xperia X comes in two variants one with 32 GB internal storage and other one with 64 GB variant.

Now coming to Xperia XA, this smartphone is powered by MediaTek MT6755 processor with 2GB of RAM, 13MP rear camera 8 MP front camera, 2300 mAh battery. It comes in only 16 GB internal Storage with micro SD slot. Moreover Both the smartphones are running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of box.

Also Read: Sony Xperia X Performance vs Xperia X vs Xperia XA

If you are intrested in these new Sony Xperia X series smartphones than pre-order for them through below links.

MobileFun (Xperia X) (Xperia XA)

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