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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 to feature 256GB Variant Confirmed by Samsung

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Lalit Wadhwa
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Samsung is all set to launch its new flagship smartphone today. While a lot of leaks have happened over the recent time period, this new report from the Dutch website Techtastic might take the cherry. The report states that alleged images of fliers of the new smartphone have leaked. The fliers show that the new Samsung Galaxy Note 8 will come in a 256GB Internal Storage variant, along with some premium freebies.

As you can see in the image below that the company has plans to bring out a 256GB variant of the smartphone also. The flier also tells us that the users who will purchase the 256GB variant will also be getting free AKG Bluetooth speakers or a Nemonic Printer whichever they choose.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Flier

Also seen in the flyer, coupons worth KRW 1,00,000 (Roughly Rs. 5,600) will be provided for purchasing accessories like the Gear VR headset along with the 64GB variant. It is being expected that the company will launch the 256GB model only in its home country. The rest of the world will only be getting the 64GB and the 128GB variant.

Also Read: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 tipped to get an 8GB RAM variant

Previously, it has been reported that the new Galaxy Note 8 will come sporting a 6.3-inch Quad HD display with a resolution of 1440 X 2960 pixels. It has also been reported that the device will feature an 18:9 aspect ratio display just like the Infinity display in the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8+. The device also leaked on various benchmarking websites where it was seen to sport a Exynos 8895 chipset for the global variant, and the U.S. variant might come with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 SoC.

 

Micromax Canvas Infinity Launched: Price, Specifications and more

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Devesh Arora
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Micromax India, today, unveiled their first smartphone with a bezel-less display calling it the Micromax Canvas Infinity. This is not a fully bezel-less smartphone, it is just nearly bezel-less with that 18:9 aspect ratio screen. The highlights of the smartphone include the display and the 16-megapixel front-facing camera. The Canvas Infinity looks a lot like the Samsung Galaxy S8, but the fact that it comes in for a cheaper price.

During their launch event, Micromax announced that they will be providing the Android Oreo update for the Micromax Canvas Infinity in the next few months.

Micromax Canvas Infinity Launch

Specifications

The Canvas Infinity is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor coupled with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage which is further expandable up to 128GB using a microSD card. The smartphone uses a dedicated microSD card instead of a hybrid slot. The phone features a 5.77-inch HD IPS display with a resolution of 1440x720 pixels. The device runs on Android Nougat out-of-the-box. All of this is backed by a 2,900mAh battery.

Also Read: Android Oreo: Top 5 Features, Is it Worth the update?

On the optics front, the Canvas Infinity sports a 13-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and a LED flash. Up front, the phone includes a 16-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calling.

Micromax Canvas Infinity Launch

As far as the connectivity is concerned, the phone features Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, 4G and VoLTE. In the sensors department, the smartphone includes all the basic sensors like gravity, proximity, light, accelerometer and magnetic sensors.

Price and Availability

Micromax Canvas Infinity is currently priced at Rs. 9,999 and is available in only the black colour. The smartphone will be available starting September 1 exclusively via Amazon India, the registrations for the device starting today.

Android Oreo: Top 5 Features, Is it Worth the update?

By
Brahmjot Singh
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Today, Google launched the Android Oreo operating system in New York after the United States of America had witnessed the biggest eclipse after a century. During the livestream, it was seen that the company executives went up to the stage and opened up a ball revealing the Android Oreo mascot which can also be seen below. After the unveiling of the mascot was done, the company went ahead and played a video revealing a few details about the operating system. During the video, the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system was called much smarter, faster, powerful and sweeter. Below are our top five reasons as to why you should upgrade to Android O.

Android Oreo

Much More Secure

Android Oreo as an operating system is much more secure than any other version of the Android operating system said Google during the unveiling of the name. The company has achieved this by improved third-party patching, permissions, improving encryption and much more. This might be true as the company has made major improvements in the operating system and is also committed to providing regular security updates.

Picture in Picture Mode

The Picture in Picture mode is a new feature that the company is bringing with Android O. It will allow the users to do any task in a small window during the main task that is running on the screen. This is not it, the users will also be able to resize the small window as per their liking.

Battery Life Improvements with the help of Vitals

The new Android 8.0 Oreo will also help you get better battery life out of your smartphone, this will be due to Google's Vitals initiative. This new initiative will put up caps to what an app can do in the background which Google is calling wise limits. With the help of these limits, the mobile device will be able to not let an app use excessive battery doing meaningless stuff in the background.

Android Oreo

Much More Faster

The company has made a lot of optimizations to the operating system to be fast. These optimizations also include the Vitals initiative of the company. The new Android Oreo system is said to being the fastest Android operating system that has ever been released.

Lower App Sizes

The new Android Oreo operating system doesn't force application developers to include custom fonts with their apps listed in the Google Play Store. This will reduce the sizes of the apps drastically and we might be able to see much more consistent apps in the Play Store. Also to keep in mind that the Oreo operating system also supports the Android Instant Apps feature which will also reduce the size of the apps a user uses as he doesn't need to download the full file.

Android 8.0 Oreo released: Everything you need to know

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Devesh Arora
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Google has finally released the new version of Android, and they like to call it the Android Oreo. As Google likes to describe, the Android Oreo is much safer, smarter, more powerful and sweeter than ever.

Android Oreo

So What's Oreo and How did Google get that name?

Oreo is a cookie consisting of two chocolate wafers with a sweet creme filling in between. Google partnered with Nabisco in order to use the name for their latest Android version. Though this is not the first time that the company had got a licence for a name, as they did something similar at the time of Android 4.4 KitKat.

Also Read: Google Android O: Will your smartphone get it?

However, we have known about the features of the new version of the operating system, the doubt in everybody's mind was the name. Google did a short live stream on their website just to reveal the name as the features were boosted earlier.

What’s new?

We have known about the features from a long time, thanks to the developer preview. The features packed inside the Oreo update are as follows:

The new version of Android brings some changes which are not visible to any normal user, but are noticeable enough like the background limits for apps to improve battery life, Bluetooth audio improvements, Google Play Protect to help on the security of the smartphone, and other important changes in vital system behaviour for apps. Oreo will also help the phone to boot faster than ever before. It also brings support for the Instant Apps. Some other additions include adaptive notification dots, wider support for picture-in-picture mode, over 60 new emojis, a new look for media notifications and the quick settings menu, a redesigned settings menu, adaptive icons and notification channels.

Should you update?

Yes, according to me, you should definitely update your device to the newest version of Android as soon as you get it. Software updates bring enhancements, improvements and new features to your device. Not to forget, updates also bring the latest Security Patch by Google which helps in keeping your device safe.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A with 16MP selfie camera launched

By
Sukhad
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Xiaomi today launched the highly anticipated Redmi Note 5A in China. This is the first smartphone that the company has introduced in the Redmi 5 lineup. The smartphone comes in two variants, the base variant features 2GB of RAM along with 16GB of Internal Storage priced at CNY 699 (Roughly Rs. 6,700). Moreover, the high edition also has two models one with 3GB of RAM along with 32GB of Internal Storage for CNY 899 (Roughly Rs. 8,600) and a 4GB RAM + 64GB Internal Storage variant for CNY 1,199 (Roughly Rs. 11,500). Both the high models sport a fingerprint sensor while the base model doesn't. All of these smartphones will start selling from August 22, on mi.com and jd.com.

Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi Note 5A is three colour options; Champagne Gold, Rose Gold, and Platinum Silver. The device sports a sleek looking metal unibody with a single camera setup on the back. The device comes with a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer and also features a 3.5mm audio jack which most companies are removing at the top of the device.

xiaomi redmi note 5a

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A comes running on the latest MIUI 9 software out of the box. It features a dual SIM card setup along with a separate slot for a microSD card for expanding the internal storage.

The Redmi Note 5A sports a 5.5-inch 720p HD display at the front. The base variant is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 425 chipset along with the Adreno 308 GPU, while the high variants are powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 SoC paired with Adreno 505 GPU.

As for the camera of the base variant, it features a 13-megapixel primary camera at the back with LED Flash, PDAF, f/2.2 aperture, HDR, and real-time filters. as for the front, the smartphone features a 5-megapixel sensor for selfies with a f/2.0 aperture.

Also Read: Xiaomi today launched the highly anticipated Redmi Note 5A in China. This is the first smartphone that the company has introduced in the Redmi 5 lineup

As for the camera of the high variant, it features the same rear camera as the base variant, the upgrade is given in the front camera which houses a 16-megapixel selfie camera sensor, with a 76-degree wide angle lens, f/2.0 aperture and real-time beautification during video calls.

The device is backed by a 3,080mAh non-removable battery which is the same one in all three of the smartphones. The phone is 4G VoLTE enabled, it supports Wi-Fi802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi Direct and GPS + GLONASS.

Currently, we don't know as to when will Xiaomi be launching the device in India, however, we feel that the day is not far away. We also know that Xiaomi might be soon launching an Android One smartphone in partnership with Google.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A to launch today: Here's what you need to know?

By
Devesh Arora
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Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, is set to add up a new smartphone to its Redmi line-up.The smartphone is launching today in China and here is what to expect from the device. The launch will begin at 7:30 pm CST (5 pm IST). As per the CEO of Xiaomi, the Redmi Note 5A will sport a 16-megapixel front camera with LED flash and will have a dedicated microSD card slot.

Specifications

According to some previous leaks and rumours, the Redmi Note 5A is said to feature a 5.5-inch display. The smartphone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 SoC coupled with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard storage. The storage is expandable up to 256GB using a microSD card. On the optics front, the phone will sport a 13-megapixel rear camera with a LED flash. Up front, the phone is most likely to come with a 16-megapixel camera and a soft flash. The phone will run on Android 7.1.1 Nougat and all of this will be backed by a 3,000mAh battery. It is also said that the phone will feature a USB Type-C port for charging and data syncing.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5a leaks
Source: SlashLeaks

Also Read: Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 to come with MIUI 9 and 3D facial recognition

Pricing and Availability

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is expected to launch with a price tag of CNY 999 (roughly Rs. 9,500). It is also being rumoured that the phone will come in two variants - Pro and Prime. However, we don't have any word on the availability of the smartphone. Today we will also be covering the launch of the Redmi Note 5A. Xiaomi is also expected to launch the Android One version of the smartphone today. We'll keep you posted with the updates on the smartphone as soon as it launches.

Google Android O: Will your smartphone get it?

By
Devesh Arora
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Android O is in the news lately and is finally going to release today. As Google released the developer preview earlier, we know most of its features by now. Today Google will release the bug-free and official version of the operating system. Android devices have a 2-year cycle where an Android device gets updated only for the next two version, so if your device is a 3-year old then expecting an update would hurt you. As this is obvious, first ones to get the update would be the Pixel users. But what if you don't have a pixel device? Here is a list of devices sourced from The Leaker which will get the Android O update soon after the launch.

Android O

Asus

Zenfone 4
Zenfone 4 Pro
Zenfone 4 Selfie
Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro
Zenfone 4 Max
Zenfone 4 Max
Zenfone 3 5.2-inch (ZE520KL)
Zenfone 3 5.5-inch (ZE552KL)
Zenfone 3 Ultra
Zenfone 3 Deluxe
Zenfone 3 Max
Zenfone 3s Max
Zenfone 3 Laser
Zenfone 3 Zoom aka Zoom S (in Asia)
Zenfone AR

Google devices

Google Pixel
Google Pixel XL
Google Pixel C
Nexus 5X
Nexus 6P
Nexus Player

HTC

HTC U11

Moto

Moto Z-Droid
Moto Z Play
Moto Z
Moto Z Play Droid
Moto Z2 Play
Moto Z2 Force
Moto G4
Moto G4 Plus
Moto G5 Plus
Moto G5

Also Read: How to watch the Android O livestream?

Nokia

Nokia 3
Nokia 5
Nokia 6
Nokia 8

OnePlus

OnePlus 5
OnePlus 3T
OnePlus 3

Samsung

Samsung Galaxy S8 (G950F, G950W)
Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus (G955, G955FD)
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge (G935F, G935FD, G935W8)
Samsung Galaxy S7 (G930FD, G930F, G930, G930W8)
Samsung Galaxy Note FE
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017)(A320F)
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017)(A520F)
Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017)(A720F, A720DS)
Samsung Galaxy A8 (2017) (A810F, A810DS)
Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J7 Max (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J7 Pro (2017)
Samsung Galaxy J7 Prime
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3

Sony

Sony Xperia X Performance
Sony Xperia XZ
Sony Xperia XZs
Sony Xperia XZ Premium
Sony Xperia X
Sony Xperia X Compact
Sony Xperia XA1
Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
Sony Xperia L1

Xiaomi

Mi Mix
Mi Max 2
Mi 6
Mi Max
Mi 5S
Mi Note 2
Redmi Note 4
Redmi Note 4X

The list of devices is based on the smartphones currently available in the market. Most of the devices in the list being confirmed, some of them may or may not get the update. Google and Nokia devices will be getting the update first, followed by other manufacturers. Company's like Xiaomi and Samsung will take time in rolling out the update as they use their custom skin on top.

Coolpad Cool Play 6 Launched: Everything you need to know

By
Devesh Arora
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Coolpad has finally launched the much anticipated Coolpad Cool Play 6 smartphone at an event in Dubai. The phone is a mid-range device offering from the company priced at Rs. 14,999. The highlights of the smartphone are the massive 6GB RAM and the dual-camera setup at the back. The company is looking forward to expanding its market in India by adding more smartphones to its portfolio. The company today also unveiled the Coolpad Cool S1 which will be their flagship offering for the year. The Coolpad Cool S1 will be soon coming to India.

Coolpad Cool Play 6

Specifications

The Coolpad Cool Play 6 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 653 chipset coupled with Adreno 510 GPU. The phone sports a 5.5-inch Full HD display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. The smartphone comes with 6GB of RAM and 64Gb of onboard storage. On the optics front, the devices feature a 13-megapixel dual-camera setup at the back with 4K video recording capability. Up front, the phone comes with an 8-megapixel front-facing camera for selfies and video calling. Under the hood, there is a 4,000mAh battery powering all this up. The device runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat with the company's Cool UI skin layered at the top out of the box.

Coolpad Cool Play 6

For the connectivity, the smartphone comes with a USB Type-C port for charging and data syncing and has basic things like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 4G, VoLTE and much more.

Also Read: How to pre-book the JioPhone: Step By Step Guide

Price and Availablity

The Coolpad Cool Play 6 is currently priced at Rs. 14,999 and is available in only one colour variant, namely, White. The device will be available exclusively via Amazon India. The company also announced that their flagship Coolpad Cool S1 will also be soon coming to India.

Disclaimer: Beetel Bite did not attend the event held in Dubai which is why we guarantee you that you will always find the true story here, not like the other publications which have been taken for such a trip to get favourable reviews and coverage.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 to come with MIUI 9 and 3D facial recognition

By
Devesh Arora
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Xiaomi, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, always has a surprise for the people by bringing out some amazing technology to the market. The company was one of the firsts to attempt manufacturing a smartphone with an edge-to-edge display, which was launched last year touted as Mi Mix. Now, as the device got so much of hype, the company is ready to bring the successor of the Mi Mix, the Mi Mix 2. There have been a lot of leaks and rumours lately about the Mi Mix 2.

Recent reports from Weibo, a Chinese website, suggest that the Mi Mix 2 will sport 3D facial recognition. A screenshot shared at Weibo from the Mi Mix 2 shows an outline of a head on the lock screen which gives us a clue that the device wants the user to look at it to unlock. As per the tipster, this new feature will be implemented in the upcoming MIUI 9, sadly it won't be available to every MIUI 9 compatible Xiaomi device.

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2
Source: Weibo

Also Read: Xiaomi Mi 5X to get a pure-stock Android variant

As far as the specification are concerned, it is being rumoured that the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC coupled with Adreno 540 GPU. The phablet is said to come in two variants, one with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage and the other with 6GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It is also being said the smartphone will sport a 16-megapixel dual-camera setup at the back with a dual tone LED flash. Up front, the phone will include a 13-megapixel front-facing camera. The phone will feature a 6.4-inch display and will run on Android 7.1.1 Nougat with MIUI 9. All of this will be backed by a 4,500mAh battery.

Xiaomi Mi 5X to get a pure-stock Android variant

By
Devesh Arora
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The Chinese tech giant, Xiaomi recently launched the Xiaomi Mi 5X which had a name of the flagship but came with the specifications of a mid-range device. The company has been reportedly working with Google to make a debut in the pure-stock Android experience. Xiaomi has always been using a custom UI at top of Android which they like to call MIUI. MIUI got a lot of love as well as hate as for what it is. MIUI is custom UI which surely brings out a lot of features, but at the same time brings bulk too. It slows down the device and consumes lot more RAM than a stock Android device.

Xiaomi Mi 5x

Xiaomi, from the start, has been great at producing great smartphones at a cheap price. Many people have loved the design language and the hardware specifications of the Xiaomi smartphone, but at the same time have wished to have a pure-stock Android experience. Though people can install custom ROMs with nearly stock Android experience, an out-of-the-box pure stock android experience is always welcome.

When it comes to software updates, the company has always been slower than others as it had to update the whole UI as well. But now with the stock Android coming up for the Mi 5X, users will get a seamless experience with latest software updates delivered on time.

If all this becomes a reality and the devices come out by the partnership of Google and Xiaomi, this could bring out some really great smartphones at a cheaper price. The Android One 5X will initially release in the South East Asian markets. There is no word as of when the smartphone will make its way to other countries.

As far as the specifications are concerned, the Xiaomi Mi 5X features a 5.5-inch LTPS IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1080x1920 pixels. The smartphone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset coupled with 4GB of ram and 32/64GB of onboard storage. On the camera front, the smartphone sports a 12-meagpixel dual-camera setup at the back and include a 5-megapixel camera at the front.

However, we have no word on what exactly the specification would be for the pure-stock android variant of the 5X, but we expect a similar set of specifications and a similar price.

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