Xiaomi Mi6 Release Date, Specs, Features: Smartphone Expected to Compete With Samsung Galaxy S8 in 2017

Xiaomi Mi6 is one of the most anticipated tech releases that are going to be available in early 2017, and reports are circulating that the device will carry impressive specs and features making it a worthy challenger for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S8. There are speculations that Xiaomi's upcoming handset has all the tools to come out on top once it becomes available in the tight smartphone market.

New report has surfaced suggesting that the Xiaomi Mi6 smartphone will run on a Snapdragon 835 from Qualcomm paired with a sizable amount of RAM. The report also says that most of its competition will be powered by the same mobile CPU including LG G6, HTC 11, LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8.The powerful processor of Xiaomi Mi6 will

allow the device to have a fast charging ability, which is 20 percent faster than the normal charging time. However, many fans are concern about the safety feature of the smartphone. Apparently, consumers are pretty wary about safety features nowadays following the whole Samsung Galaxy Note 7 fiasco, which resulted to multiple exploding incidents.

Meanwhile, despite the lack of information regarding the release date of Xiaomi Mi6, several publications have already revealed its possible release date. According to the report, the new Xiaomi smartphone is expected to arrive between January and February 2017. The publication added that the device will be launched in US, UK and Canada at the same time, which is a month earlier than the rumored Samsung Galaxy S8 release in March.

The new Xiaomi Mi6 is also expected to have full 4K video support as its processor is made to have that ability. Apart from its amazing display feature, the device will also be perfect for VR technology. As of the moment, all rumors and speculations about Xiaomi Mi6 must be taken with a grain of salt until the company decides to confirm them. Stay tuned for more news and update about Xiaomi's upcoming high-end smartphone. Source: gamenguide

Source: Xiaomi Mi6 Release Date, Specs, Features: Smartphone Expected to Compete With Samsung Galaxy S8 in 2017

7 features we are anticipating at Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 release

7 features we are anticipating at Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 release : Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 release is reportedly happening early next year and the tech giant is hyping the smartphone.

After the tremendous success of the Surface Pro laptops, Microsoft is not giving up the Windows Phone and will release a new line of smartphones that will be marketed to Surface users.

While the exact release date of the smartphone is undisclosed yet, rumor has it that the handsets will make an appearance at the either at Consumer Electronics Show or Mobile World Congress next year.

Below are the top seven features that we must see the Microsoft Surface Phone 2017.

5.5-inch quad HD display – Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 will pack 5.5-inch screen display with quad HD resolution. The smartphone will pack a bright and vivid display of 1440 x 2560 pixel resolution.

Snapdragon 835 SoC – To be at par with contemporary smartphones, the upcoming smartphone will be powered by Qualcomm's new and uber-powerful Snapdragon 835 processor.

Windows 10 Mobile OS – Microsoft's recent achievement Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 3 will support the smartphone. This update would be much larger than the Redstone 2 update that is expected to release early 2017.

6GB RAM – Microsoft fans can expect better processing power as the smartphone will include a 6GB of RAM.

Continuum Support – Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 will include a Continuum support, which means that Surface accessories will be compatible with the Windows Phone.

Quick charge – The Windows Phone will include a Quick Charge 4.0 feature that can provide the Surface Phone five hours of power from just five minutes of charge.

Three variants – Microsoft will release three variants of the upcoming Surface Phone. There is a possibility that one of the phones will be a high end, one is a hybrid or a deluxe version, and one is a mid-range handset.

Source: 7 features we are anticipating at Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 release

Microsoft Surface Smartphones May Feature the Snapdragon 835, 5.5in screen, Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 3

Microsoft is testing their Microsoft phone prototypes. Both will be running on Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 3 operating system. They would also both have 5.5-inch QHD screens. Microsoft is expected to make an announcement about the phones in late 2017.

Having disappointments about the previous release of the Microsoft Lumia phone, Microsoft will have improvements in their phones. Nokia products will be expunged or will be completely removed from Microsoft, Trusted Reviews reported. Thus, the release of a brand new lineup would make thing exciting.

The code name for these handsets is Panos Panay phones. They will be replacing the Lumia lineup. These two Microsoft phones will run on Snapdragon 835 processor. This means, it will have a 30 percent increase in area efficiency, a 27 percent increase in performance and it would consume 40 percent less power.

One of the Microsoft Surface phones will have a 6 GB of RAM and can also run x86 apps in Continuum. Continuum support is improved. The other phone will be running on a 4 GB RAM but it will use the same Snapdragon 835 processor.

The Windows 10 operating system running on both phones is 64-bit. Both the smartphones do not run on x86 app themselves. However, they could be installed. This reiterates and implies that the Microsoft Surface phones will be having Surface laptop accessories in the unit. This is what takes the Microsoft products one notch higher.

Their 3-in-1 factor would be the major highlight in the Microsoft Surface phones. With these Surface smartphones, they could attach the keyboard. It would have a keyboard flip case. They would also have a stylus pen.

The Surface phone will support the Quick Charge 4.0 according to the Nokia Power User. Like the Surface hybrid laptop, these Panos Panay phone will have an all-metal body. There are also indications that they would release phones that will carry the WinBeta. The Surface Phone will cost approximately $699 to $1,100.

Meanwhile, Microsoft will end the sales of their Lumia lineup at the end of 2016. The Lumia lineup has reduced to just four handsets, Lumia 550, 650, 950, and 950 XL. It is apparent that Lumia will be soon out of the way. Source: asiastarz

Source: Microsoft Surface Smartphones May Feature the Snapdragon 835, 5.5in screen, Windows 10 Mobile Redstone 3

Microsoft Prepares Surface Studio Release For Next Week

The latest reports from Microsoft's CEO says its development team is now carrying out a research on innovative technology, so that the company could ensure that its next entry into the smartphone market would be felt by its competitors and the consumers in general. That device is believed to be the Surface Phone, which has been rumored for a long time.

The only hints we received were from Microsoft's Satya Nadella which teased the device in an interview with the Australian Financial. It would be interesting to see if they unify Mobile, PC, and tablet under advanced windows platform with multiple smart devices.

Though he did not mention the Surface Phone or any specific gadget they are coming up with, the Microsoft CEO stated that he is confident of the company's goal to bring in an innovative cloud computing would be successful.

The 2017 Microsoft Surface Phone is considered as Microsoft's comeback in the smartphone market. The new Microsoft does not want to look at the overwhelming dominance of Android worldwide with jealousy, but creating from scratch?

According to an article posted on MacRumors, rumors include the Surface Phone's compatibility with a Surface Book or a Surface Studio. One standout capability could be x86 app emulation on Windows 10 devices, allowing traditional Windows desktop programs to be run on smartphone processors. The addition of a phone completes the company's product line.

In the highly competitive electronic gadget market, imitation may indeed be the highest form of flattery as numerous brands do usually copy other more successful manufacturers in the hopes of becoming a cheaper or more powerful alternative to the said brand.

While Nadella has talked about the Surface Phone recently, teasing that the device is both unique and a game-changer in the making, he stopped short of revealing the juicy details such as basic specifications and possible release timing.

So apparently Microsoft isn't denaturing the mobile business. Currently Microsoft is offering all pre-order purchases of the Surface Studio with a free Surface Dial – a $99 dollar value accessory that made many waves during Microsoft's popular Surface Studio commercial. Source: aboutcruiseships

Source: Microsoft Prepares Surface Studio Release For Next Week

Android Nougat update: Samsung Galaxy S7 misses out to Nexus 6P and 5X in Google release

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Android Nougat 7.1 arrives first on Nexus 6P over Samsung Galaxy S7

Google has launched the Android Nougat 7.1 Developer Preview 2, bringing with it a number of useful upgrades and improvements to Google's mobile software.

New features are being tried out before a public launch, however only a select number of devices will have access to 7.1 as of this time, namely the Nexus 6P and 5X smartphones, as well as well as Pixel phone/devices and the Nexus 9 tablet.

For those with one of the listed devices above, the new preview build can be accessed via the Android Developers site now.

Google is gradually making Android Nougat available to other third-party manufacturers, with Samsung confirming that Galaxy S7 users will have the chance in a new beta program that has been launched.

UK customers with a Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 edge smartphone can sign up to try out Android Nougat on their device, upgrading using the Galaxy Beta Program app from the Galaxy Apps Store.

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Android Nougat has been out for nearly three months now, but so far only a small number of devices have been able to install or upgrade to the software.

Google has delegated responsibility for the rollout of the update on other devices to the manufacturers themselves, meaning that so far only a handful of new smartphones have been confirmed to ship with Android Nougat, including the LG V20 and the newly-revealed Huawei Mate 9.

And while Google is beginning the rollout of the Android Nougat 7.1 update to selected devices, users will once again need to have a Nexus or Pixel device and be signed up to the Android beta program to benefit.

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Android Nougat 7.1 brings a number of new features to Google fans, particularly app developers looking to take advantage of the new software.

Top of the list is support for Google's Daydream virtual reality platform, meaning developers can begin to build new and immersive VR experience and apps for Android users.

There's also the ability to create and publish circular app shortcuts and launcher icons, which will help developers create a look to match the system seen in Google's new Pixel phones.

Also included is a restart button in the power menu, which was missing from the initial Android Nougat release, and support for image keyboards, which allow users to insert stickers and GIFs into apps.

Source: Android Nougat update: Samsung Galaxy S7 misses out to Nexus 6P and 5X in Google release

Very release their 2016 Black Friday deals with up to 50% off tech, home, fashion and more

Black Friday is officially here, and Very has released its 2016 deals. The online retail giant's early deals feature discounts across all departments including home, furniture, fashion, toys , electricals and tech.

There's an array of tech and electrical goodies available, including huge deals on laptops, phones and even Star Wars.

There's also a multitude of fashion offers available at Very this Black Friday, especially in terms of party wear.

We selected the very best Black Friday deals at Very, and here's our top picks from fashion and tech & electrical.

Read More Top 5 Black Friday tech deals at Very 1. Fitbit Flex, £37.99 (was £69.99) Save £32 on Fitbits at Very this Black Friday

Save over 45% on the popular fitness tool that will help get you in shape for the New Year. With avid reviews and a big following, investing in this wearable tech will do wonders for your health and fitness.

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Interact with the future fan-favourite from the upcoming blockbuster Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens through an app on your smartphone. Future, personified.

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Save £64 on the latest - and best - of smartphone technology that comes with the S7, with a striking design. The perfect Christmas present for loved ones that have been extra good this year.

4. Lenovo Yoga 500 Core i3 4Gb 1Tb 14in 2 in 1 Laptop in white, £279.99 (was £429.99) Both tablet and laptop, all in one. Now with 35% off

The Lenovo Yoga effortlessly switches between a laptop or deluxe tablet, meaning that you get much more for your money. Just swing the keyboard back and forth depending on which one you're in the mood for using.

5. Kitvision Escape HD5 Action Cam, £19.99 (was £49.99) 60% off turns this from a main-present into a stocking filler

Waterproof up to 30m, the KitVision Escape camera enables you to record whatever you're doing, as well as taking photos.

Top 3 Black Friday fashion deals at Very 1. Rochelle Humes Culotte Jumpsuit , £32 (was £65) Save over 50% on pieces from Rochelle's latest collection

Cut a sharp silhouette in this lovely culotte jumpsuit by Rochelle Humes. You'll be the star of all Christmas parties.

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Black Friday top tips to remember

Start your search is on the Very Black Friday page, or sign up to the brand's newsletter for handy updates straight to your inbox. Alternatively, check the Very.co.uk app, which you can download here via Apple iTunes or via Google Play .

Those wanting some designer wares at cut-price should visit the Very Exclusive Black Friday page, the luxury sister site of Very, which stocks coveted brands like Michael Kors, Alexander Wang, J Brand and more.

It's also worth monitoring the brand's Twitter and Facebook for the duration of Black Friday so you don't miss anything.

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Source: Very release their 2016 Black Friday deals with up to 50% off tech, home, fashion and more

Upcoming Nokia Android Smartphone Specs Leaked Online: 5 Things You Need to Know

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Nokia is rumored to release Android-powered smartphones at MWC 2017 and we have the purported specifications of the Nokia's flagship phone.

Published: Friday, November 25, 2016, 9:00 [IST]

Last week, Nokia confirmed that they are re-entering into the smartphone business in 2017, according to their roadmap. And, in less than a week, the purported specifications of the Nokia-powered Android flagship phones have leaked online.

SEE ALSO: Apple Not Going to Skip iPhone 7s Will Be Launched Alongside the iPhone 8 in 2017

According to a post on Weibo, Nokia's flagship phones will be launched in 2017 and some of the key specifications were revealed as well. Let's take a quick look at what the new rumored specs have to say.

Stay tuned to GizBot for more updates!

Two Display Sizes- 5.2/5.5-inch!

The Weibo post states that the Nokia flagship phone will be launched in two display size variants- one with a 5.2-inch display and the other one with a 5.5-inch display. Also, the display boasts a 2K resolution.

Carl Zeiss Camera Branding

Also, the post reveals that these Nokia flagship phone's cameras will carry the famous Carl Zeiss branding, same as the older Nokia Lumia phones.

Water and Dust Resistant

In a couple of renders leaked online, these Nokia smartphones are said to feature water and dust resistant properties. However, there are no other rumors regarding this apart from the renders.

Stay tuned to GizBot for more updates!

Source: Upcoming Nokia Android Smartphone Specs Leaked Online: 5 Things You Need to Know

Samsung Galaxy A5, A7 2017 Models Release Updates

Aside from the slew of reports about Samsung's flagship series, the Galaxy S, the tech world is also filled with release rumors and speculations regarding the company's upper mid-range devices, the Galaxy A series. For instance, fresh release news updates are emerging about the Samsung Galaxy A5 and A7 2017 models.

It seems that the next-gen model of the Galaxy A7 will not have a European release. This is based on a listing on Samsung Austria's website showing the mobile devices with compatibility support for the Gear S3, where the Galaxy A7 2017 model is not included.

It Seems Europe Won't Get The Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) https://t.co/XCYqhC7jDd #android #google #smartphones pic.twitter.com/KXkCS8umXD

— Android Headlines (@Androidheadline) November 23, 2016

GSM Arena noted though that it will not really be a big shock if Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 is indeed not getting a European release as the 2016 model did not hit the region as well. There hasn't been any official release confirmation yet from Samsung about the new Galaxy A7 and the entire Galaxy A models for next year. But according to the latest specs rumors, tech fans may find an Exynos 7870 chipset under the hood of the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) upon its release, paired with 3GB RAM and native storage options of 32GB and 64GB. As for the display, it could sport a 5.5″ or 5.7″ display with 1080p resolution. The Samsung Galaxy A7 could also have a 16MP camera lens sensor.

While the Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 model is a no-show in the aforementioned listing, two Galaxy A devices for release next year are included in it, the Galaxy A3 and the Galaxy A5. The latest news about the Samsung Galaxy A5 revealed that it will come in four color variants. It will be available in black, gold, pink and a new option, blue, according to a tweet from a famous tipster.

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) SM-A520 will launch in the amazing color choice of Black, Gold, Pink and Blue. Wow.

— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) November 22, 2016

The 2016 model of the Galaxy A5 hit the market with four color options as well, but instead of a blue variant, a white version was released.

For the specs, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 model will reportedly sport a 5.2-inch display, 3 GB RAM, 16GB internal storage and 3000 mAh battery. Moreover, specs and release report from a separate GSM Arena post shared that it will get the Exynos 7880 processor with 3GB RAM.

Meanwhile, the low-end model of the A series, the Galaxy A3 2017 model was previously spotted in Zauba, India's import and export tracking website. And last month, the smartphone got certified by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG).

As for its most recent sighting, earlier this November, Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 received its Wi-Fi certification, where the documentation showed SM-A320F as its model number. According to Phone Arena, this model number is consistent with the ones seen on two other benchmarking sites, Geekbench and GFXBench.

[Image by Spencer Platt/Getty Images]

The upcoming Galaxy A3 is a 4.7-inch smartphone with 720 x 1280 screen resolution. Hardware specs include an Exynos 7870 with octa-core 1.5 GHz CPU and Mali T830 GPU. Furthermore, it will be equipped with 2GB RAM and 8GB internal memory. Phone Arena, further enumerating other specs to see from the Galaxy A3, noted the following.

"The camera combo from back to front weighs in at 12MP/8MP, and Android 6.0.1 is running the show."

According to website MobileKaPrice containing the product listing for the handset, the Indian release date for the next-gen Samsung Galaxy A3 is pegged for February 12, 2017.

The Galaxy A series was initially introduced in 2015 as "Samsung's attempt to take the fight to the OEMs that have been encroaching on its market share, Sam Mobile explained, also describing that the A devices are "very well built" and they showcase a "unique look of its own."

The Inquisitr will continue to keep you in the loop for more release updates regarding the Samsung Galaxy A3, A5 and A7 2017 models.

[Featured Image by Spencer Platt/Getty Images]

Samsung Galaxy A5, A7 2017 Models Release Updates is an article from: The Inquisitr News

Source: Samsung Galaxy A5, A7 2017 Models Release Updates

Microsoft Surface Phone release date: Smartphone to launch in February 2017?

The Microsoft Surface Phone has been plagued with rumors for a long time. And although Microsoft has yet to confirm the device's existence, reports claim that the handset will be unveiled at the upcoming Mobile World Congress (MWC) in February.

Microsoft has not been in the smartphone game for quite some time now, especially considering its Lumia series did not fare very well in the market. The company has yet to make any sort of announcement regarding the Surface Phone, but that has not stopped speculations from running rampant.

According to reports, Microsoft is apparently set to launch the Surface Phone, along with the Surface Pro 5, at the upcoming MWC 2017 in Barcelona, Spain. The event is set to take place in February, which means, if the rumors are true, tech enthusiasts only have a few more months of waiting before they can lay their eyes on the Redmond-based tech giant's new smartphone iteration.

It is believed that Microsoft is working with HP to produce the Surface Phone. And while it is set to sport a major overhaul from the past Lumia lineup, it has been said that the smartphone will still keep key features for the Surface Phone. These features include Glance and ClearBlack screens.

Under the hood, it is expected that the Surface Phone will be running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 830 processor, as well as a Windows 10 operating system. And as previously stated, an apparent leak points to new fingerprint sensor technology that may or may not be incorporated in the Surface Phone.

It has also been said that the device may come in three variants, albeit all of them are high-end phones. However, since nothing has been confirmed so far, it would be best for readers to take this news with a grain of salt for now. More news and updates should arrive soon. Source: ecumenicalnews

Source: Microsoft Surface Phone release date: Smartphone to launch in February 2017?

Microsoft Surface Phone Release Date: 2017 Launch At MWC Confirmed? Features Similar To Lumia Phones?

Microsoft's smartphone family, the Lumia lineup, is not doing quite well these days, but that doesn't mean that the Redmond-based tech giant isn't cooking up something. Rumor has it that the Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 is really happening and it could be out sometime in 2017. It is also believed to be the saving grace of the company.

Microsoft has already done a great job with the successful Surface laptops. If rumors are anything to go by, the company might already be equipped to join the competitive smartphone market. Latest rumors claimed that there is evidence proving that Microsoft is collaborating with HP to create the new Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 that runs on a Windows 10 OS.

Reports also mentioned that the Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 may share similar features as Windows-powered Lumia handsets. That said, the new smartphone could have the remarkable features of the Lumia lineup, which include Glance, and the ClearBlack display. WCCFTech also reported about the possibility of a Snapdragon 830 chipset on board the new Microsoft Surface Phone.

Given that Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 could be running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 830 processor, it is expected to be power-efficient. In addition, the device is expected to have beefed up specs that should challenge today's big names in the smartphone industry. Apart from impressive specs, the Surface Phone is also expected to have more improved security and productivity features.

As for the release date, Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 is rumored to launch sometime in 2017. Several reports are betting on the Mobile World Congress 2017 as the venue for the smartphone launch. In that case, the device could be unveiled sometime in February next year. Furthermore, it is also rumored that the new Surface smartphone will share the spotlight with another one of Microsoft's hotly anticipated device, the Surface Pro 5.

While news of Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 release date, specs, and features may get Windows fans excited, it should be noted that they haven't been confirmed. The company has yet to make official announcement about the device. For now, it's best to take the reports with a grain of salt. Source: gamenguide

Source: Microsoft Surface Phone Release Date: 2017 Launch At MWC Confirmed? Features Similar To Lumia Phones?

Will give 50 lakh smartphones to youths if elected to power: Punjab Congress

CHANDIGARH: In a bid to lure young blood, Punjab Congress chief Captain Amarinder Singh today said the party will give 50 lakh smartphones with one year of free data and calling to the youth in the state, to empower them and connect them digitally, once it comes to power.

Singh made this announcement while launching the scheme -- 'Captain Smart Connect' -- in presence of thousands of youths from across the state here.

He promised the youth that those who registered themselves for the smartphones would get them within 100 days of the formation of the Congress government in the state.

The scheme promises an overall distribution of 50 lakh smartphones over a period of five years.

Within minutes of the launch of the scheme, for which Singh had invited the youth via Twitter, several thousand registered on captainsmartconnect.com - a website set up exclusively for the purpose.

The last date for registering on the website - the only platform for registration under the scheme - is November 30, 2016.

Amarinder's Facebook profile, which went live with the event, recorded 1,200 likes and 8,200 views in the first one hour of the launch, a party release said.

The Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) president said the scheme will cost about Rs 300-400 crore a year after the initial investment in the first year.

Allocation will be made in the state Budget itself to fund the scheme, as part of the youth welfare programme of his government, once he takes over the reigns of the state, he added.

Explaining the rationale behind the scheme, Amarinder said even though one-third of Punjab's population comprised of youth in the 18-35 age group, this section remained backward.

Large-scale unemployment is pushing the youth to drugs and other problems, making it important for the government to connect with them, he said.

Source: Will give 50 lakh smartphones to youths if elected to power: Punjab Congress

Samsung Galaxy X Release Date – Fully Flexible AMOLED Display

As the year 2016 is coming to an end everyone is anticipating what big tech companies such as Samsung and Apple are going to bring on the market. The ongoing trend in technology right now is the development of VR headsets, games and hardware.

Apple will reportedly completely change the design their iPhone has next year by implementing an all AMOLED glass build and Samsung will unveil their new Samsung Galaxy X, which will be the first smartphone to have a fully flexible AMOLED display.

Samsung Galaxy X

The rumors surrounding Samsung's Galaxy X are pointing out that Samsung will introduce a folding flexible Super AMOLED display. This means that Samsung has taken inspiration from the design used on 90's flip-phones.

The device will be equipped with a special hinge mechanism that's going to allow users to fold the gadget without ruining the picture quality.

Regarding the specs the device might sport a 4K display panel could be in plans since Samsung already proved with some of their prototypes that they can install a folding Super AMOLED panel that runs at Full HD 1080p.

There already are a few smartphones that run 4K display panels and the problem with them is that the battery drains very fast. Samsung will more than likely use the same QHD 2560 x 1440 pixel resolution that their flagship Galaxy S7 does.

In the hardware department Samsung will have to wait until March so that Qualcomm launches their next gen Exynos 8995 processor and they will equip the device with at least 4GB of RAM. Taking in consideration the fact that the Galaxy Note 7 has 6GB of RAM, the Galaxy X might sport the same amount of ram as well.

Because Samsung is installing such a power draining display, the battery they will use is a complete mystery right now. If Samsung chooses to add a bigger battery than the standard 3,000 mAh, the weight and thickness of the device will increase. Source: Neurogadget

Source: Samsung Galaxy X Release Date – Fully Flexible AMOLED Display

Google Touts Encryption Support On New Pixel Android Phones

The default encryption on the new devices ensures strong data protection, company says.

Google's recently released Android Nougat-powered Pixel smartphones offer a whole new level of data protection because of their built in encryption capabilities, the company said this week.In a blog post Google senior software engineers Paul Crowley and Paul Lawrence said the new data security capabilities made Pixel and Pixel XL better, faster and stronger than the company's previous smartphone models.As one example, the two engineers pointed to the new file based encryption (FBE) support available on Pixel phones. Unlike full-disk encryption, FBE enables different files to be encrypted with different keys so each file can be opened independently of the others. File level encryption also enables data to be separated into a device-encrypted group and a credential-encrypted group, Crowley and Lawrence said.In addition, FBE enables a so-called Direct Boot capability in Android 7.0 Nougat that allows an encrypted phone to boot directly to the lock-screen, according to a Google descripti on of the technology.  "For users, this means that applications like alarm clocks, accessibility settings, and phone calls are available immediately after boot," the two engineers said. In contrast, with full disk encryption the user would need to first authenticate to the device before any data and anything but the most basic functions can be accessed. Also new with Android 7.0 and Pixel is a feature called TrustZone for encrypting and storing all disk encryption keys. TrustZone enforces two key security functions on Pixel phones.One of them is a feature that prevents disk encryption keys from being decrypted if there is any sign of the operating system being compromised or modified.The other is a feature designed to discourage brute force password guessing attacks by lengthening waiting periods between wrong password guesses. The manner in which TrustZone enforces the waiting period ensures that it will take more than four years for an attacker to try all possible combinations, the Google engineers said. This ensures better security especially for those with a short or easily guessed password, PIN or pattern.Google has also implemented the encryption on Pixel devices in such a manner as to take advantage of what Crowley and Lawrence described as an inline hardware encryption engine. The feature gives Pixel phones the ability to wr ite encrypted data at line speed, they said.Google's move to release details on the encryption support in Pixel comes just days after a white hat hacking team at Chinese security firm Qihoo 360 demonstrated a proof of concept exploit in which they were able to break into a Pixel phone in less than 60 seconds.For the demonstration, the hackers exploited a zero-day flaw to gain access to a Pixel device and execute code on it remotely. The hackers demonstrated the exploit at a hacking event at the POC2016 security conference organized by Power of Community a Korean group.The Qihoo 360 team provided details of the exploit to Google, which rewarded them with a $120,000 bounty for finding and reporting it.
Source: Google Touts Encryption Support On New Pixel Android Phones

Meizu M5 Note Smartphone Images leaked Online, reveals more details

Recently we told you that Meizu M5 Note smartphone specifications leaked in AnTuTu benchmark and GeekBench database. But it now looks like the leaks are not going to stop. In another leak, a user posted real images of the Meizu M5 Note smartphone. The leaked images revealed that it would have unibody metal design. The images clearly reveal back side of the smartphone. According to a report, the smartphone could be made official soon. Last month company already launched Meizu M5 smartphone as well.

If you look at the images, you can see that volume rocker and power button on the right side of the smartphone. On the back, there is 13MP rear camera along with LED flash. Below them, there is Meizu logo in capital letters. Images also revealed top/bottom side of the smartphone as well. But we are not sure its top or bottom. But it does show us that audio jack and micro USB port will be on the same side.

Earlier: November 14, 2016 – Chinese smartphone manufacturer Meizu's upcoming smartphone M5 Note specifications leaked in AnTuTu benchmark. The smartphone hasn't been announced yet by the company but a Weibo user Ann Bunny posted an image of the AnTuTu benchmark of the smartphone. According to user, the smartphone will come with Android 6.0 Marshmallow out of the box and will run on 1GHz MediaTek Helio P10 processor coupled with 3GB RAM.

In another database uploaded on Geekbench, it reveals the single and multi-core scores of the smartphone along with other specifications. According to which, the device scores 686 on the single core and 2476 on multi-core. The Meizu M5 Note will come with a 1080p screen. There will be a 13-megapixel auto focus rear camera on the back along with LED flash and a 5-megapixel selfie camera as well. The primary camera can record up to 1080p videos.

As we told you earlier, it will run on Android 6.0; we can expect the company will release latest Android 7.0 Nougat after smartphone release. And company's Flyme OS will run on the top of it. Although these specifications are not confirmed, neither the release of the smartphone, so one should take these details with a pinch of salt. And we will update you if more information emerge.

According to a report, M5 Note has passed China Compulsory Certification (3C). It also said that it would be an entry-level smartphone. There will be Mali-T860 GPU as well along with processor. The size of the display is still unknown. We can expect the company will launch it in the upcoming week.

Recently we told you that like Xiaomi Mi Mix smartphone, Meizu is also working on its bezel-less smartphone. It will come up with Mi Mix competitor Meizu Pro 7 soon. The Xiaomi Mi Mix already went on sale in China. There will be a difference between Mi Mix and Pro 7 bezels. The Pro 7 will be an entirely bezel-less smartphone, unlike Mi Mix which sports around 9-percent bezels around the display. The Pro 7 is expected to have close to 100-percent screen-to-body ratio while Mi Mix has 91.3-percent screen-to-body ratio.

The Pro 7 will have 5.62-inch Super AMOLED display along with 1080 x 2160 pixel resolution on top, While Mi Mix has 6.44-inch IPS LCD. There are not many details about the Pro 7, so we cannot compare it thoroughly with Mi Mix right now. But we do know that it will come with 6GB RAM and 64/128GB internal storage out of the box.

Meizu comes under top ten smartphone manufacturer in China. Before entering the smartphone business, Meizu used to make MP3 and MP4 players. It has a decent portfolio including Pro, MX, M, and U series smartphones. Meizu Pro 7 is the successor to the Meizu Pro 6. And Meizu M5 Note will be the successor of M4 Note smartphone.

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Microsoft Surface Phone Release Date Rumors: Smartphone Making Appearance In MWC 2017? Other Gadgets To Look Forward To

#SurfacePhone #Mobiles – Microsoft Surface Phone Release Date Rumors: Smartphone Making Appearance In MWC 2017? Other Gadgets To Look Forward To : Tech fanatics have several dates marked on their calendars and the Mobile World Congress is certainly one of them. Each year, tech companies and device manufacturers march to Barcelona, Spain in order to showcase the best that they have to offer.

With the MWC 2017 only several months away, there are already rumors which are floating as to which devices will be launched during the event.

During the Mobile World Congress 2016, several big names in the tech world launched some of their best gadgets. Consumers saw for the first time the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge and the LG G5 during MWC 2016.

Now tech fans are speculating as to which new devices will be featured during MWC 2017 which is scheduled to happen on February 27 to March 2 according to the Mobile World Congress website. Here are the top candidates so far.

Microsoft Surface Phone – The Surface Phone from Microsoft has been rumored for the past several months. The tech giant though has not really provided a confirmed release date for the device. With the rumored release date for the Surface Phone being in early 2017, the Mobile World Congress would be the perfect event to launch the new smartphone.

Microsoft Surface Pro 5 – Together with the Surface Phone, the Surface Pro 5 is yet another device which many tech lovers have been waiting for. It has been speculated that Microsoft will wait for the Intel Kaby Lake processors which will be arriving in late 2016. That puts a potential release date around the time of the MWC 2017.

Samsung Galaxy S8 – Samsung was the talk of the town during MWC 2016 thanks to its amazing launch for the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. That is the reason why it is not going to be a big surprise if the South Korean electronics giant will use the same event to launch its next flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S8.

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 – The Galaxy Note 7 was a big failure for Samsung and it is looking to rebuild its reputation quickly. With rumors that the company could release the Galaxy Note 8 together with the Galaxy S8, Samsung could be very busy during MWC 2017.

Moto X 2017 – Motorola is set to launch a great new smartphone next year, known only as the Moto X 2017 so far. If the Lenovo-owned company is hoping to make a huge splash with its new smartphone, the MWC 2017 event is surely a great way to go.

So, which smartphone do you think we will see launching during the Mobile World Congress 2017? Source: thebitbag

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Source: Microsoft Surface Phone Release Date Rumors: Smartphone Making Appearance In MWC 2017? Other Gadgets To Look Forward To

Samsung Galaxy S8 News: Early 2017 Release To Win Back Fans With New AI, Better Processor, Wireless Charging?

#GalaxyS8 #Smartphone – Samsung Galaxy S8 News: Early 2017 Release To Win Back Fans With New AI, Better Processor, Wireless Charging? : Due to the Samsung Note 7 fiasco, the Korean tech giant's reputation has been badly hurt. In order to continue the domination of the smartphone industry apart from winning back the fans, many feel that innovative devices hold the key. And perhaps the Samsung Galaxy S8 could be the company's main salvation.

The Galaxy S8 is expected to be launched at the beginning of 2017. According to Cnet, the Galaxy model is expected to include an AI feature in the name of Viv, replacing Samsung's own S Voice. With Samsung purchasing Viv, AI seems to be gaining momentum.

The report also confirmed the earlier reports of the smartphone coming up with two variants- one 5.1-inch and the other 5.5-inch.  The 5.5-inch device is expected to have 4K display whereas the 5.1 inch is anticipated to feature a 2K  curved AMOLED display, according to Daily Star.

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S8 will reportedly have ARM Mali-G71 GPU under its hood. An octa-core Snapdragon SoC is expected to make it a cut, making it a very powerful performer than most users could imagine.

Other rumored features include Corning Gorilla Glass 5.0 glass, an iris scanner, finger print scanner, and wireless charging. There are also reports the battery capacity in the new Galaxy S8 could be higher than the earlier Galaxy models.

With all the rumored specs put in place, the Samsung Galaxy S8 could be one of the best flagship smartphones of 2017 and perhaps could win hearts of many fans across the world. Stay tuned for more updates on the upcoming phone. Source: mobilenapps

Source: Samsung Galaxy S8 News: Early 2017 Release To Win Back Fans With New AI, Better Processor, Wireless Charging?

Windows 10 Mobile Phone images x86 Leak Surface Online

#Windows10 #Dell – Windows 10 Mobile Phone images x86 Leak Surface Online : Dell was believed to be working on x86 Windows Mobile 10 Phone to take on the different segments in the mobile market.

The alleged device is designed to serve as a a phone, tablet and a desktop. Dubbed as Dell Stack, the device was designed in 2014 and was slated to hit the shelves in 2017. It was believed that both Microsoft and Dell gave up on the project focusing on other devices.

But thanks to known tipster Evan Blass, we now have an idea of how the Dell Stack will look. The image reveals the device along with its dock and will also support Continuum and offer charging at the same time. Both companies are yet to announce the release of the phone.

If the leaks are to be believed, the Dell Stack will sport a 6.4-inch display and will ship in different hardware configurations and will be paired with 4GB or 8GB of RAM. There is a possibility that users can get up to 256GB of internal storage and support for MicroSD card is also possible.

As for the processor, Dell wanted the Slack to come with a choice of three different Intel Kaby Lake Y x86 processors, including m3, m5 vPro, and m7 vPro. Since Dell planned to launch the device in 2017, so there is still chance that we may get high-end device by next year.

The x86 seems to be the only way to extend the Windows Phones validity and Microsoft itself is believed to be following the same path with its Surface Phone. Source: asianage

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Samsung Galaxy S8: Samsung's new smartphone could see this AMAZING design

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Samsung is reportedly planning a major redesign for the Galaxy S8 smartphone

Samsung could be planning a major redesign for its next big smartphone.

The Galaxy S8, which is set for release early next year, will offer a number of upgrades and improvements - but could also come with a great new feature.

It's something previously seen in the troubled Galaxy Note 7 device, which was pulled from sale earlier this year following a number of incidents and fires.

Now a website from Samsung's home nation of South Korea have suggested that the Samsung Galaxy S8 will come sporting a curved-edge display.

Much like previous Samsung smartphones, this feature will allow for notifications to be displayed on the side of the device, giving more room on the main screen.

However it seems that unlike past release, both versions of the Samsung Galaxy S8 will come with a curved display, rather than just the premium edition.

Previously, Samsung has only put a curved display in the more premium edition of its flagship smartphone - as seen recently in the Galaxy S6 and S7 edge devices.

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Samsung's Galaxy S8 should be released early next year

Reports out this week have also suggested that Samsung, in keeping with its previous launches, is planning two separate Galaxy S8 phones for next year.

So alongside a normal Samsung Galaxy S8, there will also be a bigger device, called the Samsung Galaxy S8 plus.

The rumours say that the standard Samsung Galaxy S8 will come with a 5.7 inch screen, making it slightly larger than the 5.5 inch Galaxy S7 edge released earlier this year.

This would also be a significant upgrade on the current flagship device, the 5.1 inch Galaxy S7.

However the Galaxy S8 plus may be the company's biggest device to date, reportedly sporting a 6.2 inch nearly edge-to-edge display.

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The Samsung Galaxy S8 is also reportedly set to come with a super-smart AI voice assistant called Viv as Samsung takes on the likes of Apple and Google.

Launching such a service would also allow Samsung to reduce its dependence on Google's own Now assistant.

Samsung is also expected to follow Apple and ditch the industry-standard 3.5mm headphone port.

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Final Fantasy XV gets mobile game app

Final Fantasy XV is definitely one of the most hyped games coming in this year. If an anime and a 3DCG movie ain't enough as supplements to the game, it was announced that Square Enix and Machine Zone are partnering up for a new mobile game app based on the world of Final Fantasy XV.

The mobile game app will be an MMO and will feature the characters, music, and several elements from the main game's story. "Millions" of players can play together in this latest Final Fantasy smartphone game. No release date has been revealed so far, though it will be available for both iOS and Android smartphones.

After a delay, the main Final Fantasy XV game will finally be released on 29 November 2016 for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox ONE consoles.

Source: Siliconera

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Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 release date before the year ends?

#SurfacePhone #Smartphone – Microsoft Surface Phone 2016 release date before the year ends? : For the past few months, rumors that Microsoft is working on a Surface phone has not died down. Recently, another news for the much-anticipated smartphone says it will be using a Windows 10 operating system.

Meanwhile, though consumers are expecting its release this 2016, there are no concrete details yet confirming this speculation. In more recent news, Pocketlint reported there were leaked images of what the public claim as the 2016 Microsoft Surface Phone.

Photos came from the Twitter account of reliable tipster Evan Blass where it featured the alleged phone running on Windows 10. However, several media outlets are suggesting it is not the much-awaited Surface phone but a Windows phone made by Dell.

Despite the uncertainty, Blass guaranteed that it is not simply a concept phone as others deem it to be. Aside from the alleged photos of its appearance, he also shared some lifestyle images of it.

According to Thurrott, it is unlikely that the Dell phone will be running with an Intel chip due to its thickness. Aside from this, the publication is expecting the phone would come out with a companion laptop.

Meanwhile, Microsoft recently acquired Surfacephone.com, one of the Surface domains available on the internet today. When one visits the said site, it redirects to the company's official Microsoft website.

Although the software giant has not been releasing any announcements regarding the Surface phone, a useful URL being prepared signals the company may be pushing through with its manufacturing. Aside from Surfacephone.com, Microsoft also acquired Surfacelaptop.com and Surfacecar.com.

For the Surface Phone's release date, some sources are claiming in case Microsoft pushes through with its launching, it will most likely be in 2017 or maybe even until 2018. As of the moment, readers are advised to take everything with a pinch of salt until Microsoft releases its official statement. Source: yibada

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Microsoft Surface Phone release date, specs: review of most intriguing rumors so far

#SurfacePhone #Smartphone – Microsoft Surface Phone release date, specs: review of most intriguing rumors so far : There is a new smartphone that software giant Microsoft is building and based on initial rumors and impressions, it could very well change the current standing of the company in this industry.

For so many years, it has not really been successful in offering something that rightfully competed with the leaders. The perception is that no one will pick a Windows-powered smartphone over an Android-run Samsung Galaxy or an Apple iPhone. Well, this line of thinking could potentially change in a matter of months once the hyped phone is officially unveiled.

So far, the most intriguing prospect of the Microsoft Surface Phone is what's underneath it. According to numerous reports from tech and smartphone review sites, the device will be equipped with Intel's Kaby Lake processor, although there is no specific information as to the type of chip or speed to be used.

However, according to MobiPicker, the upcoming smartphone might actually be using a Snapdragon 830 processor instead, considering how uncertain Intel has been as of late with respect to the Kaby Lake's official release.

Next to the processor is the primary camera, which according to rumors will be a 20-megapixel Carl Zeiss lens coupled with a proximity sensor. If this turns out to be true, then it would definitely put the phone in competition with some of the best shooters in the market.

Furthermore, it is also widely speculated that the phone will be offered in three different variants, with the difference seen in the random access memory (RAM) and internal storage.

The low-end or base version will reportedly have 4 GB of RAM, while the premium model will come with 8 GB. The midrange version is said to be equipped with 6 GB of RAM. Internal storage, on the other hand, will be 32 GB, 128 GB, and 500 GB.

Finally, a report from Windows Central said that the Microsoft Surface Phone, in spite of all the hype surrounding it, won't likely be marketed as a direct competitor to upcoming flagship monsters like the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Apple iPhone 8. Instead, it'll be the company's pitch to consumers in the hope of making its brand relevant in the smartphone segment once again. Source: vinereport

Source: Microsoft Surface Phone release date, specs: review of most intriguing rumors so far

Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 release date, news and update: Three Surface Phone variants to take on iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy S8

Microsoft Surface Phone is said to be under development. The new smartphone is expected to roll out in three variants with an 8GB model reportedly in the works. The device is also expected to feature the fingerprint scanner in 2017.

The upcoming Microsoft Surface Phone is rumored to come in three variants, Windows Central reported. Reports say that the handsets will be paced with 4GB RAM, possibly a 6GB RAM and the premium variant will get 8GB RAM. Also, the upcoming Windows handset is said to be powered by the Intel Kaby Lake processor.

The new Microsoft Surface Phone is also rumored to feature a fingerprint scanner in the display which is also said to feature in other upcoming phones in 2017 like the iPhone 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S8. Rumor has it that Microsoft Surface Phone will be launched in Spring 2017. However, Microsoft is yet to acknowledge the existence of the Surface Phone let alone its release date, specs and features.

Many are of the opinion that the Washington-based company is only waiting for the right time to announce the Microsoft Surface Phone. The company has reportedly recently acquired surfacephone.com as a domain name which has fueled rumors of the smartphone's imminent arrival.

Also, the company is expected to introduce three new smartphones in the Surface Phone line-up for 2017, according to reports.

There are some reports suggesting that Microsoft will release the Microsoft Surface Phone in January 2017.

The Microsoft Surface Phone coming in 2017 is said to sport an all-metal body, a 20MP Carl Zeiss rear camera coupled with a range of sensors. A fingerprint sensor is also rumored for the phone. The handset is also expected to come packed with a standard 512GB internal storage and the new-generation Intel Atom X3 processors.

Source: Microsoft Surface Phone 2017 release date, news and update: Three Surface Phone variants to take on iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy S8

Lenovo will now release all its smartphones under the Moto name

The long-rumored Moto M was released today on Motorola's Chinese site, with no indication of a North American release. Now Lenovo has announced that all future smartphones developed by the company will be branded as 'Moto' phones.

The announcement comes as part of a larger shift in leadership at Lenovo, with the company hoping to improve smartphone sales in mainland China. Gina Qiao, formally SVP of human resources, is now SVP of Lenovo's Mobile Business Group. She previously worked in marketing and strategy in the company.

As you can probably guess, this has the unfortunate effect of diluting the Motorola brand with phones designed and manufactured by Lenovo. Instead of the cohesive X, G, and E devices that made picking a phone from Motorola so easy, the Moto M is likely the first of many slightly-different lineups. Perhaps Motorola will be reduced to just a brand name sooner, rather than later.

Source: Lenovo will now release all its smartphones under the Moto name

Microsoft Surface Phone release date, specs rumors: will Windows-powered device achieve success this time around?

#SurfacePhone #Smartphone – Microsoft Surface Phone release date, specs rumors: will Windows-powered device achieve success this time around? : If there is one major difference with Microsoft's rumored Surface Phone when compared to the company's previous Windows mobile-powered smartphones, it's the fact the former is getting a lot more attention, and there is probably a very good reason why there's huge anticipation for it.

Although the American software and tech giant is keeping a rather low profile with it, everyone seems to be in agreement that something big is coming. According to iTech Post, the upcoming smartphone is most likely going to be launched in spring of next year, which makes a lot of sense considering that the company's operating system, Windows 10, is scheduled for a major update dubbed as "Redstone 2."

With all the rumors and speculations about the phone popping up, it certainly looks like everyone already has a clear set of expectations as to what the phone will offer to consumers.

The only question is will the rumored sophistication be enough to convince buyers to abandon Android and iOS-run smartphones in order to give the Windows-powered Surface Phone a try?

Unfortunately for Microsoft, there never was a favorable or positive feedback for the majority of its previous smartphone offerings, including the Lumia range it got from Nokia.

So if one is to really consider purchasing the upcoming Microsoft Surface Phone, there will always be a question of whether or not it will come with drastic changes and improvements; or probably, it'll be the same Windows phone everyone came to hate in the past.

With regard to the smartphone's specs, there are reports that Microsoft will be offering three different models, varying in terms of their respective random access memory (RAM). The first and most affordable will have a more than sufficient 4 GB of RAM while the two other variants should come in with 6 GB and 8 GB RAM options, respectively.

The rear camera is rumored to be equipped with a 21-megapixel lens and there is a theory that the device might actually be powered by the Intel Kaby Lake processor, although it's hard to fathom how this could affect the price. And considering that it will be marketed as Microsoft's next flagship phone, it will most likely have premium specs on top of a premium price. Source: vinereport

Source: Microsoft Surface Phone release date, specs rumors: will Windows-powered device achieve success this time around?

New Android One smartphone with Android 7.0 Nougat coming: Everything about GM 5

General Mobile, which is known for its Android One smartphones, is coming with a new device -- GM 5 -- that runs Google's new operating system Android 7.0 Nougat. The smartphone maker has put up the device on its website with key specifications, giving a clear hint that it would be released in the next few weeks.

Only a few devices like LG V20, Google Pixel and Google Pixel XL have been released running the Android 7.0 Nougat operating system. Android One smartphone GM 5 is going to be the fourth handset to be launched with Google's new firmware.

[READ: Check your Android One smartphones now for the Google Android 7.0 OS update]

GM 5 is an entry-level smartphone sporting a 5-inch IPS HD screen with 294 ppi (pixel density) and protected by Gorilla Glass 4. It is powered by a 64–bit Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, runs Android 7.0 Nougat operating system, and comes packed with a 16GB internal memory expandable up to 64GB via microSD card and 2GB RAM.

The device features a 13MP main camera, a 5MP front-snapper, and a removable 2,500mAh battery. It will be available in three colours -- Golden, Space Gray and Black. However, the company is yet to reveal the release date and pricing of the budget smartphone.

Source: New Android One smartphone with Android 7.0 Nougat coming: Everything about GM 5

Samsung Introduces Another Android Flip Phone In The Form Of W2017; Will There Be A US Release?

#AndroidFlip #Smartphone – Samsung Introduces Another Android Flip Phone In The Form Of W2017; Will There Be A US Release? : With the previous W2016 that was only available in China, Samsung now unveils yet another Android flip phone in the form of W2017, which was just announced in the Chinese market. Will it make it in the US this time?

Similar to W2016, the W2017 (via sammobile.com)is also one of Samsung's best smartphones, which are made available initially in China. This particular smartphone retains the clamshell design that a lot of people have liked years ago.

Dimensions are almost the same with its previous model and it has a 4.2-inch full HD AMOLED display. The smartphone is also powered by a Snapdragon 820 along with 4GB of ram and decent internal storage capacity of 64GB . This is still expandable via microSD.

As for the camera, it has a 12-megapixel rear snapper with f/1.9 for those perfect bokeh shots and is also capable of shooting 4K videos. The front camera has a decent 5-megapixel camera perfect for live chats like Skype.

The phone also has top of the line features like fast wireless charging, fingerprint sensor and also has support for Samsung Pay. It also has a dual-SIM capability that supports 4G LTE and is covered in a full-metal body casing. The Always On Display feature is also going to make a comeback with this model.

Again, like its predecessor, the W2017 is very unlikely to be released outside China and may only be acquired by importing it. The price is yet to be revealed officially, but speculations say that it would be around 20,000 yuan or simply $3,000 and yes, it could be that expensive.

Finding the W2016 smartphone for online ordering is tricky enough, but not impossible, but it may be less or more challenging finding the W2017, which is due to be out soon enough. Stay tuned for updates and news on Samsung's W2017 as the fans might find ways on how to import it easily soon enough. Source: Mobilenapps

Source: Samsung Introduces Another Android Flip Phone In The Form Of W2017; Will There Be A US Release?

People! You Can Now Turn Your Smartphone Into A Magic Wand

If you think your smartphone is a magical device, you're totally right. The headmasters at Hogwarts, err, I meant Google, have figured out how to turn our phones into magic wands. 

If for some bizarre reason you've been living under a rock, you should know that there's a new Harry Potter movie coming out. There are only a few short weeks until the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and our friends at Google teamed up with Warner Bros to help promote the film with magical Google-based integrations.

However, the features are only currently available to Android users. Sorry, iPhone fans, you guys continue to be muggles.

One can be a certified wizard by using "OK Google" voice commands. You can instruct your phone to turn on its flashlight by saying Lumos, and Nox to turn it right off. You can also say Silencio to silence the ringer and notifications. 

In addition to that, Google is also adding tours of locations in Fantastic Beasts. While it may not be as awesome as the Marauders' Map, fans can virtually visit The Blind Pig speakeasy, Magical Congress of the USA, and apartments of the film characters via Google Maps. 

Now if you're like Hermione and have the affinity for time travel, don't worry, Google is planning a Fantastic Beasts Daydream VR experience for Daydream View, their newest virtual reality device. It will be on sale late November, along with the release of the Fantastic Beats sticker pack for Google Allo.

Source: People! You Can Now Turn Your Smartphone Into A Magic Wand

Huawei Launches Mate 9 Smartphone

Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. has launched the Mate 9, a high priced, high spec, smart phone to combat Apple's iPhone 7 Plus and Samsung's discontinued Samsung Galaxy Note 7. The China based company has release the Mate 9, which has a 5.9 inch full HD screen.

The manufacturer boasts that the handset's processing power makes it, the "most powerful smartphone in the world." Huawei's tests indicate that the software in the Mate 9 performs 80 percent better than major competitors after a year of use.

Analysts are skeptical of these claims but have had some positive points about the Mate 9. Neil Mawston, executive director at Strategy Analytics stated that the Mate 9 is just "another big screen smartphone." He did admit on CNBC that the Mate 9 was a "nice incremental improvement" and did a good job of "filling the Note 7 gap, at a lower price point than Apple." Mobile industry analyst Ben wood at CCS Insight said on CNBC via telephone that it "shows just how ambitious Huawei are," and "reiterates CCS Insight's belief that Huawei is emerging as a force to be recognized in the smartphone market."

The Mate 9 boasts 8 megapixel camera, 4 microphones that work together to enable directional sound recording, and 64GB memory. The Mate has a headphone jack unlike the iPhone 7. Huawei did not report where the Mate 9's battery was manufactured but claimed that the smartphone has been tested in house by the manufacturer and in independent research labs.

Ben Wood stated Huawei's smartphone competitors are unlikely to be worried about the release but stated that the "Mate 9 boosts Huawei's profile." He also stated that its success "comes down to price."

With Samsung's recall of the note 7, Huawei's position Europe and India may be boosted. Huawei states that the Mate 9 is a "high end performance device aimed at professional users."

Source: Huawei Launches Mate 9 Smartphone

Doogee Y6C Smartphone Announced with 2GB RAM & 3200mAh Battery

Doogee Y6C is a new Smartphone from Doogee that has been announced and will be the sibling of the Doogee Y6 which was launched earlier. Earlier Doogee has mentioned that the Doogee Y6 and Y6 Max will go for Pre-order starting 25th of October and the company has released many devices in the past which includes few rugged phones and Luxury phones but has not got much attention in the market.

Coming to the specifications of the Doogee Y6C the device will be sporting a 5.5-inch 720 x 1280 pixel of resolution and also comes with a Sharp 2.5D display. Under the hood, there is a MediaTek MT6737 64 bit processor with a clocking speed of 1.3GHz coupled with 2G / 4GB of RAM and Mali T720 MP2. There are two different variants of this Chinese smartphone from Doogee, which is the 2GB/16GB and the other is 4GB/64GB.

The Doogee Y6C will come with 4G LTE Cat. 4 connectivity option and supports LTE Bands 1, 3, 4, 8 and 20. Out of the box, the handset will be coming with Android Marshmallow, and there is a possibility of it getting the further updates via OTA.

On the back, there is a 13MP autofocus camera with Sony Exmor sensor and it is accompanied with 8MP camera with interpolation for providing high quality video calls. There is a Li-Ion 3200mAh battery on the back of the device and also has other connectivity options like GPS, A-GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and 3.5mm jack. There are other camera features like Panorama, HDR, Face Beauty and other options which could be seen on almost all the smartphones.

The device measures 154 mm x 77.5 mm x 8.5 mm and comes with an internal storage of 16GB / 64GB which can be further extended via microSD card. Few of the popular devices from the Doogee line up are Doogee X9 Pro, Doogee X7 Pro, Doogee T5 Lite, Doogee T5, Doogee T6 Pro and few other devices.

The pricing and release date of the Doogee Y6C is not yet mentioned by the company. Are you interested in getting this Phablet? Stay tuned to Phoneradar and comment in the section below if you have more queries about the same.

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Xiaomi Mi Note 2 price, release date in India: How to order dual curved smartphone outside China?

Xiaomi launched its Mi Note 2 in China a few days ago, but the new dual curved smartphone is not going to be released in India, Xiaomi's VP Hugo Barra said shortly after the launch event. In China, the handset is selling like hotcakes, raising concerns over Xiaomi's decision not to launch the Mi Note 2 in the second-largest smartphone market in the world.

The resemblance between the Mi Note 2 and Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is uncanny. The Galaxy Note 7's fiasco gives Mi Note 2 an edge, but if you are disappointed that the handset cannot be bought outside China, fret not: GearBest, an online international reseller, has a working solution for you.

Head over to GearBest website and search for Xiaomi Mi Note 2. You will see all three variants of the Mi Note 2 being listed online as a part of the pre-sale, which started on October 29 and ends on December 15. The shipping, depending on the country, will take up to a month.

Xiaomi Mi Note 2's entry-level model with 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM is listed for $509.99, the 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM model costs $597.99 and the Mi Note 2 Global variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB ROM can be booked for $629.99. In comparison, the 4GB RAM+64GB storage, 6GB RAM + 128GB storage models are priced at ¥2799 (approx. $415/ Rs. 27,720) and ¥3299 (approx. $487/ Rs. 32,558), respectively, in China. The global variant was launched by Xiaomi for ¥3499 (approx. $516/ Rs. 34,537).

The difference between GearBest's pricing and Xiaomi's official price list is around Rs7,000, which is a reasonable fee to pay for a premium smartphone that may never see the light of the day in India. If we compare the pricing of the handset against its specs, Mi Note 2 doesn't look like a bad deal.

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 features a 5.7-inch 2K display with dual-edge curve, a highly-capable 22.56MP primary camera, an 8MP front snapper and 7-series aluminium body. It is powered by a 14nm Qualcomm Snapdragon quad-core chipset clocked at 2.4GHz, which is paired with 4GB/6GB RAM and a 4,070mAh battery with Quick Charge 3.0.

The Mi Note 2 supports all six types of 4G LTE networks and all the bands across the globe. It runs Android Marshmallow-based MIUI 8 and has a physical home button with a fingerprint scanner integrated within.

In addition to the Mi Note 2, GearBest is also selling the Mi MIX 'bezel-less' concept smartphone for buyers outside China. For now, this is the only possible route to get Mi Note 2 or Mi MIX shipped to India.

Source: Xiaomi Mi Note 2 price, release date in India: How to order dual curved smartphone outside China?