Rumor says Meizu Pro 6 will have 6GB RAM

As you might already know, the Xplay 5 Elite from vivo recently became the world's first 6GB RAM smartphone. And now, if a latest rumor is to be believed, Meizu will also join the 6GB RAM club with its upcoming Pro 6 smartphone. Meizu Pro 5 The rumor also says that the successor to the Pro 5 will be launched in two versions: one with 6GB/128GB memory configuration, while other with 4GB/64GB configuration. Other yet-to-be-confirmed specs of the device include 1080p display, Exynos 8890 SoC, Hi-Fi 3.0, Flyme 6.0 OS, and fast charging. If you recall, Meizu's VP and Flyme chief architect Yang Yan recently shared a screenshot revealing that the handset will feature 3D Touch/Force...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/rumor_says_meizu_pro_6_will_have_6gb_ram-news-17211.php

ZUK launches sandalwood-themed Z1

A few months after outing an oak-themed variant, Lenovo-based ZUK has unveiled a new Sandalwood version of its Z1 smartphone. The premium looking variant carries an RMB 1,599 price tag in China, which translates into around $250 at current exchange rates. Specs-wise, the new variant is more or less similar to the standard variant with SD801 SoC, 5.5-inch 1080p display, 4GB/64GB memory configuration, 13MP/8MP camera combo, and a large 4,100mAh battery. It runs Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow out of the box with ZUI 1.6 atop. The handset will be available from ZUK's official website as well the company's flagship stores. First 50 online buyers will get free Skullcandy earphone while the next 50 buyers will receive an original leather case for...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/zuk_launches_sandalwoodthemed_z1_smartphone-news-17210.php

Microsoft Store stops accepting Bitcoin payments for Win10

Microsoft has announced that its online store has stopped accepting Bitcoin as a payment option - the change only applies to Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile. The announcement came in the form of an updated FAQ on the software giant's website. Image credit: Bloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty Images "You can no longer redeem Bitcoin into your Microsoft account," the Redmond, Washington-based company wrote. "Existing balances in your account will still be available for purchases from Microsoft Store, but can't be refunded." This comes just a few months after Microsoft started accepting Bitcoin as a payment option. The exact reason behind the move is currently not known as the company is yet to issue a formal statement on this. Source |...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_store_stops_accepting_bitcoin-news-17209.php

Select Surface Pro 4 models get $100 price cut in US

Microsoft has given select Surface Pro 4 models a price cut in the United States. Specifically, the Core i5 variants are now available for $100 less than their usual price. The Core i5 Surface Pro 4 with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage is now listed for $899 on the Redmond, Washington-based company's online store. Similarly, the 8GB/256GB variant is being sold for $1,199. The deal is available until March 26. In case you aren't already aware, the Microsoft Surface 3 is also being sold at discounted rates in the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/select_surface_pro_4_models_get_100_price_cut_in_us-news-17208.php

Spotify for Windows Phone is no longer officially supported

Music streaming company Spotify has announced that its Windows Phone app will no longer receive any official updates. Of course, you'll still be able to use the app but without any new features, improvements, or fixes - the app was last updated in February this year. "We can confirm Windows Phone 8.x is no longer supported. You can still use our Spotify application on the associated devices but it will no longer receive any further updates and download the application. We apologize for the inconvenience," Spotify said. When asked about Spotify for Windows 10, the company said, "Regarding Windows 10, we can't say at the moment if or when any specific release will be out, but as soon as there is something new, you will receive a notification on your device that an update is available and prompted to download...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/spotify_for_windows_phone_is_no_longer_officially_supported-news-17207.php

Windows 10-powered Vaio VPU051C11N passes Bluetooth certification

A new Windows 10-powered smartphone has received certification from the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG). The listing reveals that it's a Vaio device manufactured by Taiwan-based company Quanta Computer. As you might already know, Vaio announced Windows 10-powered Phone Biz last month in Japan, where it is set to go on sale next month. However, it is less likely that the new phone is the Phone Biz given that both carry completely different model numbers - VPU051C11N and VPB0511S, respectively. And not to mention that the company has already confirmed that it currently has no plans to launch the Phone Biz in the US. A Quanta MTP8952 phone powered by Snapdragon 615 and sporting a 4.7-inch 1080p display was spotted at GFXBench late last year. However, that's not enough to speculate the MTP8952 is the same device that has been certified by Bluetooth...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/windows_10powered_vaio_vpu051c11n_passes_bluetooth_certification-news-17206.php