Android 7.1.1 update for Nextbit Robin is now available

Over a couple of months after the Android 7.0 Nougat update arrived for the Nextbit Robin, the Andoid 7.1.1 update has been made available for the cloud-focused device. Currently factory images are available, although we expect the OTA rollout will also begin soon. In case you missed, it was announced earlier this year that Nextbit is being acquired by Razer. While sales of the phone and its accessories have stopped, Nextbit promised that it will honor warranties for six more months, as well as keep pushing software/security updates to the handset through February of 2018. Source |...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/android_711_update_for_nextbit_robin_is_now_available-news-25405.php

Galaxy J5 (2017) listed for pre-order in Germany - announce it already, Samsung

Samsung's hugely popular J-series of smartphones is due for a refresh and by all accounts an official announcement should happen any day now - the Galaxy J7 (2017) and J5 (2017) even starred in hands-on videos, yet there's no word from Samsung on the matter. Well, retailers in Germany seem to know a few extra details, as the Galaxy J5 (2017) has been listed for pre-order on a few major online stores. Price has been set at €279 for the J530FD version, in other words the Galaxy J5 (2017) Duos dual SIM flavor. Otto says the phone will ship at the end of the month, Cyberport cites June...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_j5_2017_listed_for_preorder_in_germany__announce_it_already_samsung-news-25407.php

alcatel Idol 4 Pro with Windows 10 to be available in Germany starting next month

Back in February this year, there were reports that the alcatel Idol 4S will be available in Europe as the Idol 4 Pro. Now, it has been revealed that the phone will land in Germany next month - July 1 to be precise. The revelation has been made by a German website Windows United, which says they've received this information from "the responsible PR agency." Pricing information isn't yet confirmed, but it is expected to be €599. Via 1 2

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/alcatel_idol_4_pro_with_windows_10_to_be_available_in_germany_starting_next_month-news-25404.php

Samsung Galaxy J5 (2015) will get Nougat in November

A couple of months ago, a list of updates designated for Samsung's devices leaked from Turkey and revealed which of Samsung's mid-range devices, like the A and J series) would be getting Android Nougat. In that list, the Galaxy J5 (2015) was nowhere to be seen. A revised list has been spotted, complete with the expected dates of arrival. The Samsung Galaxy J5 (2015) is now listed to receive an Android Nougat update which is set with a date of November 3. The associated model number is SM-J500F. Although the J5 (2015) is seemingly able to handle the Always On Display feature with its...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_j5_2015_will_get_nougat_in_november-news-25396.php

Oppo R11 hits GeekBench, Snapdragon 660 is a winner

The Oppo R11 is due to be announced a week from now, and following render leaks, live shots and Oppo's own teaser, there seems to be little the company can surprise us with come June 11. Oh, and as if that wasn't enough, a GeekBench entry now reveals the R11's CPU performance numbers. The results aren't radically different from what a certain Heart-named device posted a couple of weeks back - in fact, the single-core's 1588 points are identical between the two. However, the Oppo R11 appears to be tweaked towards slightly higher multi-core performance, its 5780 points being some 6% more...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_r11_hits_geekbench_snapdragon_660_is_a_winner-news-25406.php

New rumor says Motorola Moto E4 Plus will cost £160

The Motorola Moto E4 Plus has been the subject of a handful of leaks and rumors until now, with the latest one revealing the handset's design through press renders. Now, a new rumor, related to pricing information for the handset, has surfaced. The rumor, which comes in the form of tweet from a relatively unknown tipster, says the Moto E4 Plus (unlocked) will cost £160 (around $205). #EXCLUSIVE #motoE4 PLUS. £159.95. Sim Free. #motorola #motoE4plus pic.twitter.com/xQI0KnQKXG— Andri Yatim (@HeyAndri) June 2, 2017 Previous rumors had suggested a price tag of €190 for the device,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_e4_plus_rumored_to_cost_160-news-25403.php

ZTE Axon Pro currently going for $180 in US

The ZTE Axon Pro is currently available at discounted rates in the US. Retailer Newegg is offering the device for nearly $180, which if you compare, is down nearly $220 from what the Chinese company is officially asking for the phone. It's worth mentioning that the handset is listed for $199.99 on Newegg's website, but you can bring that price down to $179.99 by entering the promo code EMCSRGRC3 during check out. The deal is limited to the blue color variant only, and doesn't include shipping and taxes. For more information, head to the Source link below. Source | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/zte_axon_pro_currently_going_for_180_in_us-news-25402.php

Mysterious Samsung SM-A450F gets WiFi certified

A new, mysterious Samsung smartphone has received WiFi certification from the WiFi Alliance (WFA). As is usually the case, the WiFi listing for the device doesn't reveal much, except that it carries a model number of SM-A450F and runs Android Nougat version 7.1. Details may be scarce at the moment, but given that the Samsung SM-A450F has started collecting necessary certifications, we expect to hear more about the device sooner rather than later. Source | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/mysterious_samsung_sma450f_gets_wifi_certified-news-25401.php

Samsung's Bixby assistant now lets users transfer money, make currency exchanges

Samsung has announced that its Bixby voice assistant now allows users to check their bank account details as well as transfer money between accounts. The new functionality has been launched in the company's home country of South Korea. The feature makes use of Samsung Pay for payments, while authentication is done through biometrics (such as iris and fingerprint) using Samsung Pass. The list of participating banks currently includes only three names: Shinhan Bank, Woori Bank, and KEB Hana Bank. It's worth mentioning that for Woori Bank customers, it's also possible to make currency...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsungs_bixby_assistant_now_lets_users_send_money_make_currency_exchanges-news-25400.php

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra review: Geared up

Sony's love for big screens goes all the way back to 2013 and the 6.4" Xperia Z Ultra, which was followed by a phablet in every generation since. Some four years later we have the Xperia XA1 Ultra at our doorstep, all 6 inches of it.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_xa1_ultra-review-1618.php

Google Photos now offers archive suggestions

Google has confirmed a new feature for its Photos app. In a tweet sent out through Google Photos' official Twitter account, the company has confirmed that the app will now suggest photos to archive. New! See suggestions for photos to archive, so you can move photos you don't want to see in your main library. See ya later, receipts 👋 pic.twitter.com/RpjBquGN5G— Google Photos (@googlephotos) June 2, 2017 This comes just over a week after the Archive feature started rolling out, allowing you to hide certain images from the main view of the app. So in that context, the new...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_photos_now_offers_archive_suggestions-news-25398.php

Essential says it's committed to monthly security updates

If you haven't yet heard of Essential, it's a company started by co-creator of Android and Danger, Andy Rubin. [Danger was the OS found on the Danger Hiptop a.k.a T-Mobile Sidekick] Essential promises an unmatched hardware experience along with a clean, pure Android flavor. Today, in a statement made to Andro Guider Essential has confirmed that it is committed to frequent security updates for the Essential PH-1 with a goal of monthly security updates, just like Pixel devices get directly from Google. We're committed to frequent updates an our goal is monthly security...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/essential_says_its_committed_to_monthly_security_updates-news-25397.php

Moto X Play is now receiving the update to Android 7.1.1 Nougat

The Moto X Play from 2015 is the latest smartphone to be graced with an update to Android Nougat, perhaps surprisingly given its age. Moreover, this model is getting Android 7.1.1, and not 7.0 like most non-Nexus or Pixel devices have so far. That's a good thing too, because one can't have too many bug fixes. Motorola's official support site already has documentation about this update listed, so the over-the-air rollout should have started by now. Aside from bringing you a more recent iteration of Google's mobile OS, this release also contains all the security fixes outed so far. Thus...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/moto_x_play_is_now_receiving_the_update_to_android_711_nougat-news-25395.php

Nokia is launching something in India on June 13

HMD Global, the company that's now making Nokia-branded smartphones, has just announced an event in India for June 13. Invites have started reaching media outlets in the subcontinent, but unfortunately there are absolutely no details on these (as you can see in the image below). Perhaps the "formal invitation" that is to follow at some point between now and then will shed some light on what's to be expected. That said, we can easily speculate that this is all going to be about the much-anticipated local launch of the Nokia 6, 5, and 3 smartphones in India. We hope we will get to hear...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_is_launching_something_in_india_on_june_13-news-25394.php

Huawei unveils MediaPad M3 Lite 8.0 tablet

Two days ago we told you about the MediaPad M3 Lite 10, but it's no longer the latest MediaPad device around. A new addition to the family just arrived dubbed Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite 8.0. It features two Harman/Kardon speakers as its key selling point but it has a few other things going for it as well. The 8.4" screen has 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution, and the device runs on Snapdragon 435 chipset with octa-core CPU. The RAM option 3 GB or 4 GB with 32 GB or 64 GB storage. There is also a microSD slot. Two 8MP cameras can be found on the device - one is on the back panel, and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_presents_the_mediapad_m3_lite_80_tablet-news-25392.php

Honor 9 to have metal body with front and back glass panels

We've already seen alleged different color hues of the Huawei Honor 9 based on a render we told you about a month ago. Now we get to learn more about its build materials - the phone will come with the familiar family formula of a metal frame sandwiched between glass panels on the front and back. The image was leaked on Weibo, showing the edge of the Honor 9. The Honor 9 is expected to be a slight improvement over its predecessor the Honor 8, when launched on June 12, but the device might come without a headphone jack. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/honor_9_to_have_metal_body_with_front_and_back_glass_panels-news-25391.php

Refurbished Galaxy Note7 listed by South Korean retailer

We've heard reports and saw leaks about the reborn Samsung Galaxy Note7, but the latest discovery shows us the device is ever so closer to a relaunch. Although some called it the Galaxy Note7R, a device with the latest rumored title Galaxy Note FE appeared on the South Korean retailer Danawa. The listing does not reveal more than what we already know. The phone will come via a USB-C port. Apart from these specs, the Galaxy Note7R will look and feel exactly like the discontinued Galaxy Note7. The retailer still says that pre-order would start in June, but is yet to list specific...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/refurbished_galaxy_note7_appears_on_a_south_korean_website-news-25389.php

Sony Xperia XZ Premium launched in India

Sony has launched the Xperia XZ Premium smartphone in the Indian market. It is the flagship device from Sony this year and will be available for INR 61,990 or about $961. However, the phone is already discounted to INR 59,990 on Amazon. The Xperia XZ Premium is second device from Sony to have a native 4K display, except this time it also has support for HDR. It runs on the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, making it the first Snapdragon 835 device to be launched in India regardless of what OnePlus or Qualcomm might tell you. Other specs include 4GB RAM, 64GB expandable storage, dual...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_xz_premium_launched_in_india-news-25388.php

OnePlus 5 teaser suggests it's smaller than the 3T

OnePlus continues to dole out information about the OnePlus 5 - "what do you 5ee?", a tantalizing photo asks. It's the OnePlus 3T, obviously, but there's something below it. Unfortunately, just like photos of the Loch Ness monster, it's just too difficult to make out any details. Still, from this angle it seems that the OnePlus 5 is smaller than the 3T. All rumors so far have been for a 5.5" screen (ofQHD resolution), but this lends some credence to the dual-edge screen gossip. Screen size is only half the reasons phones are big - the other half is chunky bezels. Look into the shadows....

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_5_teaser_is_it_smaller_than_the_3t-news-25387.php

Motorola Moto C goes on sale, costs $95

The Motorola Moto C has been launched in India, around a couple of weeks after it was officially announced. The device carries a price tag of INR 5,999, the equivalent of $95. Color options include Pearl White and Starry Black. Some of the handset's key specs include MediaTek's MT6737M chipset, 5-inch FWVGA (854x480) display, and 5MP/2MP camera combo. RAM is 1GB, while internal memory options include 8GB and 16GB. The phone packs in a 2,350mAh removable battery, and runs Android 7.0 Nougat. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_c_launched_in_india_costs_around_95-news-25384.php

Qualcomm introduces faster and more efficient Quick Charge 4+

Qualcomm announced Quick Charge 4 with the unveiling of the Snapdragon 835 at the beginning of the year and now it brings a more polished version of the standard. Its name is Quick Charge 4+ and should be considered as an update to the previous standard since both can be used on the same chipset. Quick Charge 4 devices can switch to QC4+ if manufacturers decide to include three enhancements. Dual Charge is similar to an earlier version of Quick Charge, but now Qualcomm says it is "more powerful". There is also Intelligent Thermal Balancing that steers current through the less used...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/qualcomm_introduces_faster_and_more_efficient_quick_charge_4-news-25386.php

Snapchat's Spectacles come to Europe

The latest creation by Snapchat called Spectacles is already available in the US for $130, but it finally made its way to Europe. The fancy eyewear is distributed by a Snapbot, currently located at the London Eye, and costs £130. Snap plans to put more vending machines/Snapbots across UK's capital by the end of the summer. A machine does not stay for long at one place, so don't forget to check Snapchat on social media for the new locations. Other European cities with Snapbots would be Paris, Berlin, Barcelona and Venice, but according to sources, they will arrive "in the near...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/snapchats_spectacles_come_to_europe-news-25382.php

Nokia 9 rocks AnTuTu: Snapdragon 835 and 4GB RAM detected

8GB of RAM? Or 4GB? How much RAM does the Nokia 9 have? AnTuTu profile points to 4GB and along the way give us a glimpse at some other specs of what could be a $700/€750 flagship. The Snapdragon 835 chipset is a certainty at this point, but the benchmark confirms the other rumored specs - a QHD screen for one. Allegedly, it will have a 5.3" diagonal, making is smaller (but sharper) than the Nokia 6 screen. Nokia 9 specs (according to AnTuTu) The camera setup is indicated as 13MP main (a dual camera) and a 13MP selfie. Video resolution info is missing, but we'd be very surprised...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_9_does_the_antutu_snapdragon_835_and_4gb_ram_detected-news-25383.php

Samsung Galaxy Note8 to come with Infinity Display, Android 7.1.1

The reborn Samsung Galaxy Note7R is coming this month, but the Galaxy Note8 is what phablet fans are looking forward to. New rumors say the phone will pack an Infinity Display similar to the Galaxy S8 duo and the OS out of the box would be Android 7.1.1 Nougat, a version we are yet to see on a Samsung smartphone. A Dutch website confirms that the Galaxy Note 8 is now being tested with the latest version of the Android OS. Also, the display will have the same aspect ratio as the Galaxy S8 - 18.5:9, hinting that the home button will be going away. This news hardly is surprising...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note_8_might_come_with_infinity_display-news-25380.php

Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) running Nougat spotted in benchmark listing

Seems like the Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) will soon receive the Nougat update. The device has been spotted on benchmarking website GFXBench, with the listing revealing Android 7.0 OS. This suggests that the Nougat update for the phone is currently being tested by the company. The handset was launched back in April last year, and it runs Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) out of the box. No information on exactly when the roll out will begin. Here's hoping that testing goes smoothly and the update arrives sooner rather than later. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_j7_2016_running_nougat_spotted_in_benchmark_listing-news-25379.php

LG Pay launched, South Korea gets it first

As expected, LG has launched its mobile payments service LG Pay to compete with similar offerings by other major players such as Samsung. However, unlike Samsung Pay (which is uses Magnetic Secure Transmission technology), LG's service is based on Wireless Magnetic Communication tech. Users of LG Pay will be able to make payments by touching their phones to regular credit card devices. However, they'll be required to scan their fingerprints before each transaction. The service has been launched in South Korea, where it currently supports four credit card brands, including Shinhan,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_pay_launched_south_korea_gets_it_first-news-25378.php

Nokia 9 appears on GeekBench again, this time with 4GB of RAM

Twenty-seven new GeekBench results have appeared for a device named "Unknown heart", complete with a Snapdragon 835 chipset and 4GB of RAM. Thanks to some other leaked photos we've seen, we know that the "Heart" refers to the unreleased/unannounced Nokia 9. Just a few days ago, the Nokia 9 was spotted on GeekBench with 8GB of RAM. Seeing that much RAM in a phone could only mean that the phone could be headed for the spec-competitive Asian markets. But seeing as there's another model being tested with 4GB of RAM, it could mean the Nokia 9 will also be intended for western markets like North...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_9_appears_on_geekbench_again_this_time_with_4gb_of_ram-news-25377.php

LG will reportedly release a G6 Pro and G6 Plus in Korea

The LG G6 launched earlier this year and has received generally positive reviews (see ours here). According to a new report from South Korean site etnews, LG may be planning to launch two additional G6 models, initially for its home market of Korea. The site doesn't cite any sources, so we'll have to proceed with skepticism. According to the report, LG will release a G6 Plus and G6 Pro to be sold alongside the LG G6. The G6 Plus would feature wireless charging capabilities and come with a larger 128GB of internal storage and a higher price at 1,000,000 Won (~$891). Meawhile, the G6...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_will_reportedly_release_a_g6_pro_and_g6_plus_in_korea-news-25376.php

Huawei P10 Lite review: Travel light

Huawei's Lites are not unlike Samsung's Minis. They have little in common with the flagship, save for the name prefix that is, and more with riding the hype bandwagon. Oh well, flagships are always expected to pull more than just their own weight. That said, the Huawei P10 Lite does travel light and we don't just mean it carries one camera less. But it sure arrives in style.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_p10_lite-review-1617.php

YU Yureka Black launched in India

YU, a subsidiary of Micromax, has launched its latest smartphone in the Indian market, the Yureka Black. The Yureka Black has a unibody aluminum body with a 5.0-inch 1080p display, an unspecified 1.4GHz octa-core Snapdragon processor, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage, 13 megapixel rear camera, 8 megapixel front camera, 3000mAh battery and Android Marshmallow. The Yureka Black is priced at INR 8,999 ($139) and will be available exclusively from Flipkart from June 5.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/yu_yureka_black_launched_in_india-news-25375.php

HMD confirms Nokia 6, 5 and 3 will get Android O

The Nokia 6 and friends were sold on the promise that the company will take Android updates seriously. Sticking to that promise, HMD Global has officially confirmed that the 6, 5 and 3 will be updated to Android O. Presumably this extends to other devices that may launch soon. Google is still tinkering with Android O, it is slated to launch sometime the third quarter of this year. And then it will take some time for HMD to port the new OS over to its phones - the company did not commit to any time frames. The hope is that the mostly pure implementation of Android that the Nokias use...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/hmd_confirms_nokia_6_5_and_3_will_get_android_o-news-25372.php

Moto Z Play 2 goes official along with new Moto Mods

After months of leaks, the Moto Z2 Play has finally gone official. The new phone brings changes to the design, internals, camera and also the battery. There will also be a few new Moto Mods to go with it. Moto Z Play The Moto Z2 Play looks similar to the outgoing model at first glance but there there are quite a few minor tweaks, such as the redesigned fingerprint sensor on the front and an antenna band that runs along the entire edge of the back side. Crucially, the phone is also thinner by about 1mm compared to its predecessor. The frame of the phone is the same dimensions,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/moto_z_play_2_goes_official_along_with_new_moto_mods-news-25374.php

ZTE nubia Z17 announced, comes with 8GB RAM

It's the most wonderful time of the year when flagships are being released around the world. The latest addition is the ZTE nubia Z17, announced today in Beijing. The phone comes with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset and whooping 8 GB RAM along with 128 GB storage. The nubia Z17 is only the second phone by a Chinese manufacturer to pack the Snapdragon 835 SoC after the Xiaomi Mi 6. The 23 MP + 12 MP camera combo supports 2x optical zoom and up to 10x Dynamic zoom, just like the iPhone 7 Plus. The selfie snapper is 16 MP with f/2.0 aperture and 80-degree wide-angle...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/zte_nubia_z17_announced_comes_with_8gb_ram-news-25373.php

Google is able to understand language nearly as well as humans

Google announced new features for its Assistant and Home services last month at its keynote in Mountain View. This is a result of an improved voice recognition software by Google that nears human-level accuracy. According to Mary Meeker, an analyst from KPCB, Google's engine reached 95% accurate recognition, which is a level identical to humans. The recognition rate jumped 20% in four years and will continue to go up since Google now has voice recognition even in Google Translate and the company will keep collecting and analyzing voice data. The analyst also shared statistics that...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_is_able_to_understand_language_nearly_as_well_as_humans-news-25371.php

Galaxy S8+ leaks in Pink, Galaxy S8 gets official Pirates of the Caribbean version

For the Samsung Galaxy S8+, the Gold color option had a Maple flavor. That could change soon, with a Rose Gold version appearing in an unverified leaked render. Only the Galaxy S8+ was pictured, but there's little reason to believe the color will be exclusive to the larger version. Anyway, the S8 duo has been missing a pink hue. That was the case with the S7 generation too, a Pink Gold variant was made available a few months after launch. We'll wait for an official confirmation, though, there was talk of an Amethyst version that never materialized. Samsung Galaxy S8+ in Rose Gold...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s8_leaks_in_pink_galaxy_s8_gets_official_pirates_of_the_caribbean_version-news-25370.php

Samsung launches new VR display with 3.5x more pixels than competitors

The Display Week 2017 conference took place at the end of May, and some interesting info surfaced. Samsung showcased a new ultra-high resolution display for VR headsets, having around 3.5 times more pixels than the Oculus and Vive in a 3.5" display. The screen shown at the event had 2024 x 2200 pixel resolution with resulting density of 858 ppi. This is twice the pixel density of current devices. Other specs of the new display include 90Hz refresh rate and 100 nits brightness to ease people who feel sick or dizzy after using the VR headsets currently on the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_launches_new_vr_display_with_35x_more_pixels_than_competitors-news-25369.php

Samsung Galaxy S8+ with 6GB RAM, 128GB storage reaches India

At first, it seemed that the 6GB/128GB version of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ will be reserved for China and South Korea, but availability has now expanded to India too. You can't buy one just yet, availability is set for June 9. You'll be able to snag one through Samsung's own online store or Flipkart (you can pre-order as soon as tomorrow). The S8+ with 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage will set you back INR 75,000 ($1,160/€1,035). That's INR 10,000 more than the 4GB/64GB model, which is INR 65,000 ($1,000/€900). Note that this handset is powered by the Exynos 8895 chipset. Besides the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s8_with_6gb_ram_128gb_storage_reaches_india_goes_on_preorder_tomorrow-news-25368.php

Oppo R11 press renders leaked, to come in three colors

Oppo's next flagship the R11 is going to be announced on June 10, two different sources revealed last week. We've already seen the phone in numerous leaks, but the latest one gives us the press images Oppo, revealing the color scheme of the phone. The Oppo R11 will be sold in pink, black and gold flavors. The images confirm the Oppo R11 will have a dual-camera setup with a single LED flash on the back, a first for the R-series. It will sport a fingerprint scanner, implemented in the home button on the front and only one selfie camera. The power button is on the right side,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_r11_press_renders_leaked_to_come_in_three_colors-news-25367.php

Honor 9 to be unveiled on June 12 in Shanghai

Honor 9 was rumored to be launched on June 20, but apparently we'll get to see it even earlier. The official launch will happen on June 12 at a special event in Shanghai, a leaked poster reveals. The image has a big number 9 along with the typical Honor logo for dual-camera setup. Under the digit a slogan roughly says "Beautiful and Colorful", hinting at a vivid gamma of phone colors, which we already saw. Then the image gives more details about the date and informs that the launch will likely at the Shanghai International Conference Center. According to previous leaks, the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/honor_9_to_be_unveiled_on_june_12_in_shanghai-news-25366.php

Latest OnePlus 3/3T OxygenOS Open Beta includes Ambient display 2.0, Lift up display

A new OxygenOS Open Beta build for the OnePlus 3 and 3T smartphones has started rolling out. It arrives as version 17 and 8, respectively, and brings along several new additions, including Ambient display 2.0 and Lift up display. Among other new features is a sharing functionality for Shot on OnePlus as well as new OnePlus Font, which is currently available in English, Chinese, and Japanese only. In addition, the update also includes improvements, optimizations and several other changes. Following is the complete change-log: Source | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/latest_oneplus_3_3t_oxygenos_open_beta_includes_ambient_display_20_lift_up_display-news-25365.php

New Huawei Honor 8 update fixes microphone-related bug

Huawei has started pushing out a new update to its Honor 8 smartphone in the US. The update carries the build designation FRD-L14C567B385 and weighs in at 815MB. As per the change-log, it optimizes system performance and stability. However, user reports suggest the update also brings Android security fixes for April as well as fixes a few bugs, including the microphone is already in use message while using Google Assistant or Camera Voice Recorder. Source | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_huawei_honor_8_update_fixes_microphonerelated_bug-news-25364.php

BlackBerry Keyone to launch for Telus' consumer customers soon

As scheduled, the BlackBerry Keyone went on sale in Canada yesterday. It's available through most of the major carriers in the country, including Telus. However, only those with business accounts on Telus are currently eligible to purchase the phone. That's going to change as the carrier has now confirmed that their consumer customers will also be able to grab a unit very soon. Sadly, an exact date or time frame wasn't confirmed, but with the official confirmation published it probably won't take long. Meanwhile, the Keyone also went on sale in the US yesterday. The device...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/blackberry_keyone_to_launch_for_telus_consumer_customers_soon-news-25363.php

Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ Bluetooth fix update arrives in the UK

Last week, Samsung started pushing out an update to its Galaxy S8/S8+ flagships in the UAE. It brought fixes to some issues, including those related to Bluetooth connectivity. Now, the same update has started hitting units in the UK. It weighs in at around 620MB. The update also takes care of a bug that caused the devices to reboot while controlling music playing through a wireless speaker. In addition, changes related to SD card are also included. Finally, the update also brings the May security patch. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s8_s8_update_that_fixes_bluetooth_connectivity_issues_arrives_in_uk-news-25362.php

Now you can officially unlock bootloader for LG G6

LG has updated its list of smartphones for which bootloader unlocking is officially supported. The latest name that has been added is the G6 - specifically, the European variant, which carries the H870 model number. For the uninitiated, bootloader unlocking lets you do things like running a custom ROM on your handset. However, you should keep in mind that the process voids your device's warranty. For details on how to unlock the bootloader as well as the complete list of LG devices for which bootloader unlocking is supported, head to the Source link below. Source | Via

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New Nvidia Shield/Shield K1 update improves compatibility with non-standard chargers

Nvidia has started pushing out a new update to its Shield and Shield K1 tablets. Listed as 'software upgrade 5.2', the update brings along a handful of changes, including improved compatibility with non-standard chargers. Other changes include GPS crash-related fixes as well as stability and security-related optimizations. The Android Security Patch Level has also been bumped to April 1. As is usually the case with OTA roll outs, it may take some time for the update to hit your device. Source 1 2 | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nvidia_shield_new_update_charger_compatibility-news-25360.php

Old Samsung Gear 360 currently going for $157 in US

If are in the US and are planning to purchase a 360-degree camera, you might want to take a look at the deal Amazon is offering on the first-generation Samsung Gear 360. The retailer has the device listed on its website for $157. That, if you compare, translates into a discount of at-least $143 given that the South Korean company is officially selling the device for $299.99 in the country. No information on when the deal ends, so those interested in availing it may have to act fast. Source | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/old_samsung_gear_360_currently_going_for_157_in_us-news-25359.php

Samsung Gear Fit 2 updated with new health and fitness features, SOS and more

Samsung's Gear Fit 2 has been available for almost a year, and Samsung keeps updating its smartwatches with new features. We've actually seen some of these features make it to the Gear S3, so it's great to see Samsung didn't forget about its entry-level smartwatch. One such update arriving enables better workout detection. When performing an exercise for more than 10 minutes, the watch will automatically activate its fitness tracking functions enabling the Heart rate monitor and will track approximate location. The update now includes a way to set pace targets for runners. To do...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_gear_fit_2_updated_with_new_health_and_fitness_features_sos_and_more-news-25358.php

BlackBerry KEYone sold out online in USA, TCL says demand is "extremely high"

Now that TCL is the company behind the physical BlackBerry device, Steve Cistulli, President of TCL Communication North America tweeted that the BlackBerry KEYone (Full review here) is under "extremely high demand" and is happy to see this level of excitement and momentum surrounding today's KEYone launch. Here's what Cistulli tweeted today in light of KEYone shortages: Today has vbeen an extraordinary day for the launch of the @BBMobile #KEYone here in North America. Demand has been extremely high & it's encouraging to see this level of excitement and momentum around our BlackBerry...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/keyone_sold_out_online_in_usa_tcl_president_says_demand_is_extremely_high-news-25357.php

Nest Cam IQ is official with 4K sensor, facial recognition

The 4K Nest camera that was rumored earlier this month has been made official today. It's called Nest Cam IQ, and the "IQ" in the name stems from its facial recognition capabilities. This is an indoor security camera that can tell things apart from humans, but also has the ability to keep track of familiar faces, easily detecting strangers in your home. Thus, when it sends you an alert, it can tell you exactly who it saw, not just that it identified that it's a person. The camera has a 4K sensor and 130-degree field of view. As rumored, you won't get 4K footage - instead HDR is used to...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nest_cam_iq_is_official_with_4k_sensor_facial_recognition-news-25356.php

Apple's Siri speaker is already in production, official debut at WWDC in June likely

Apple doesn't usually announce new hardware at its annual WorldWide Developer Conference (WWDC) held in June, but this year things might be different. We've already heard that it will unveil a revamped MacBook lineup, a new iPad Pro, and the oft-rumored smart speaker with Siri built-in on that occasion. Today a new report says the Siri speaker has entered production, following a very long development period. The information allegedly comes from unnamed "people familiar with the matter". Once again it's revealed that an official debut at WWDC is likely, but even if it does get presented on...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/apples_siri_speaker_is_already_in_production_official_debut_at_wwdc_in_june_likely-news-25355.php