OnePlus 6T OxygenOS 9.0.7 update improves Bluetooth stability, brings equalizer to Bluetooth earphones and more

OnePlus has rolled out OxygenOS 9.0.7 update for the OnePlus 6T smartphone, in more than a week after 9.0.6 update. This update brings several improvements, including improved Bluetooth stability for better connectivity, Wi-Fi and standby power consumption optimiztions and improvements to slow-motion videos. It also brings audio tuner or equalizer to Bluetooth earphones. The OnePlus 6T OxygenOS 9.0.7 update is 100MB in size. Check out the complete changelog below. System Improved Bluetooth stability for better connectivity Optimized stability for Wi-Fi connection Optimized standby power consumption Fixed display issues for lock screen wallpaper General bug fixes and improvements Camera Improved performance for slow-motion videos Earphone Audio tuner for Bluetooth earphones Source

Google rolls out December 2018 Android security update for Pixel and Nexus devices, Improves memory and camera performance for Pixel 2 and 3 series

Google has started rolling out new over-the-air (OTA) update for Pixel devices and also posted factory images as part of monthly Android Security release. The update for this month also includes several functional improvements for these eligible Pixel and Nexus smartphones. however the first generation Pixel and Pixel XL have not received the update. The update includes Improved memory performance in certain circumstances, Improved camera capture performance, Improved Android Auto compatibility and more. Check out the complete details below. References Category Improvements Devices A-117522738 Performance Improved memory performance in certain circumstances Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-110969183 Camera Improved camera capture performance Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-111008450 Pixel Stand Improved notification visibility when using Pixel Stand Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-112376366 Android Auto Improved Android Auto compatibility Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-115666282 Camera Adjusted autofocus behavior Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-115624433 Pixel Stand Improved hotword performance when using Pixel Stand Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-116758282 Display Improved Always On Display triggering Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-111964925 Audio Improved USB-C Audio accessory detection Pixel 3 XL A-111716107 Bluetooth Adjusted volume behavior when toggling Bluetooth Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-111159723 Android Auto Improved audio performance for when using Android Auto in certain vehicles Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL A-112228430 Media Improved contouring on HDR color on certain media apps Pixel 3, Pixel 3 ...

JioMusic is now JioSaavn, gets updated with new UI and features; Jio users get 90 days free Pro subscription

Months after JioMusic and Saavn merger announcement, the JioMusic app has been renamed to JioMusic. The app has also got a new look, several new features including option to schedule dark mode, option to preview and set JioTunes for Jio users and more. It now has 45 Million+ songs, thanks to Saavn. It also gets exclusive Saavn Original audio shows and personalized music recommendations. Jio users can just switch to 4G and restart the app to login and get 90 days of free JioSaavn Pro subscrption offering an ad-free experience, unlimited downloads, stream highest quality (320kbps) audio. After that, you can continue listening for free with ads and limited features. JioSaavn Pro subscrption costs Rs. 99 per month, Rs. 285 for 3 months and Rs. 550 for 6 months. You can pay using Paytm Wallet, Credit / Debit card or using Google Play. Download JioSaavn (Free with in-app purchases) - Android | iPhone

Qualcomm and Nokia announce the completion of 5G NR mmWave and Sub-6 GHz Over-the-Air interoperability

Qualcomm Technologies and Nokia have announced that they have successfully achieved over-the-air (OTA) 5G NR data calls in both the mmWave and sub-6 GHz spectrum bands. It is in compliant with the global 3GPP 5G NR Release 15 specification in NSA mode. The interoperability testing milestones were completed at Nokia’s 5G center of excellence in Oulu, Finland using commercially available Nokia AirScale base stations and a test device powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X50 5G modem and antenna modules. It is integrated with RF transceiver, RF front-end and antennaelements. In February 2018, Nokia and Qualcomm Technologies first completed key 3GPP-compliant 5G NR interoperability testing in the 3.5 GHz and 28 GHz spectrum using a commercially available Nokia AirScale base station and device prototypes from Qualcomm Technologies. The OTA calls are key steps in enabling customers in the 5G ecosystem to launch commercial networks and mobile devices from early 2019 onwards, in the United States, Korea, Europe, Australia, Japan and China. Durga Malladi, senior vice president and general manager, 4G/5G, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc said: These successful data calls are a significant step in making 5G a commercial reality in early 2019, and this milestone with Nokia will help enable 5G network deployments across various operators and ...

Samsung Galaxy A8s with 6.39-inch Infinity-O FHD+ display, triple rear cameras to be announced on December 10

After Huawei confirmed the announcement of Nova 4 with in-display on December 17th, Samsung has confirmed that it will introduce its A8s smartphone with display hole for the camera on December 10th, a week before Huawei. FCC certification revealed a tall 19.5:9 aspect ratio display, and a space on the left corner of the phone for the display hole so that it doesn’t have any icons. BOE is said to supply the LCD display for both Samsung and Huawei, but the Samsung Galaxy A8s display is said to be superior compared to Nova 4. Samsung Galaxy A8s rumored specifications 6.3-inch (2340 x 1080 pixels) Full HD+ 19:5:9 2.5D curved glass display Octa Core Snapdragon 710 10nm Mobile Platform (Dual 2.2GHz Kryo 360 + Hexa 1.7GHz Kryo 360 CPUs) with Adreno 616 GPU 6GB RAM, 128 GB Storage, expandable up to 512GB via micro SD card Android 8.0 (Oreo) Dual SIM 24MP rear camera with LED flash, f/1.7 aperture, 10MP 120° Ultra Wide camera, 5MP f/2.2 depth camera 24MP front camera with f/2.0 aperture Fingerprint sensor Dimension: 159.11 x 74.88 x 7.38 mm 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11ac (2.4/5GHz), VHT80, Bluetooth v5, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C, NFC 3400mAh battery with adaptive fast charging We should know ...

Huawei Nova 4 with in-display camera to be announced on December 17

After teasers, Huawei has confirmed that it will introduced its top-end Nova 4 smartphone in China on December 17th. This will be the first company to introduce launch a phone with a small hole in the display to accommodate the front camera, and get rid of the notch, head of  Galaxy A8s that is also expected to go official later this month.   The camera hole is said to be just 4.5mm and it is expected to come with a feature a Full HD+ screen with a screen-to-body ratio of over 92%. As the teaser image shows, the phone still has a small chin. The phone is rumored to be powered by Kirin 980 processor with 6GB RAM, and feature 16MP + 24MP + 16MP triple rear cameras and rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. We should know the specifications once the phone gets certified in coming days. Source

These are Google Play’s best apps and games for 2018 globally and in India

Google has announced the list of best games and apps for Android smartphones on Google Play during 2018. This list also includes best apps globally, in the U.S. and in India. Best App of the Year is Drops: Learn 31 new languages and Best Game of the Year is PUBG Mobile. Best Fan Favorite app is YouTube TV in the US and Google Pay (Tez) in India. Best app of 2018 apps Drops: Learn 31 new languages Fan Favorite App of 2018  YouTube TV (US) Google Pay (India) Best and Fan Favorite Game of 2018 PUBG Mobile Most Entertaining apps on 2018 VIMAGE - cinemagraph animator & live photo editor (US) No.Draw - Colors by Number  (US) Neverthink: Handpicked videos  (US) TikTok (US and India) Scout FM - Podcast Radio (US) LightX Photo Editor & Photo Effects (India) SonyLIV (India) Wynk Music (India) Kawaii Easy Drawing (India) Best Hidden Gems Unfold — Create Stories (India and US) Files by Google (India) How To Draw Comics (India) Ultimate Guitar: Chords & Tabs (India) Playo - Join Sports Activities (India) SLOWLY (US) Just a Line - Draw Anywhere, with AR (US) Luci - Dream Journal/Lucid Dream Guide & Recorder (US) Learn Spanish with Lirica: Music Language Learning (US) Best Self-Improvement Home Workout - No Equipment (India) 10% Happier: Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics (India and US) Drops: Learn 31 ...

Nokia 7.1 Unboxing and First Impressions

HMD Global launched the Nokia 7.1, a mid-range smartphone in India last week. We already brought you the first impressions of the smartphone, here we have the unboxing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_FNCgbREOI Box Contents Nokia 7.1 smartphone in Midnight Blue color 2-pin 18W charger (5V-3A/9V-2A/12V-1.5A) USB Type-C cable Headset Quick start guide SIM Ejector tool It has a 5.84-inch (2244 x 1080 pixels) Full HD+ 19:9 aspect ratio display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection and also support HDR10, and the company calls it PureDisplay. Even though it uses on-screen buttons, there is a small bezel below the display with Nokia branding. It has a notch that houses an earpiece, 8-megapixel camera and the usual set of sensors. The HDR10 Display can be enabled or disabled from the Display settings. This enhances the contrast and sharpness for photos, games and videos, says the company. This is one of the few phones in the price range to come with this feature. Even though it runs Android Oreo out of the box, we got the Android 9.0 (Pie) update immediately after we booted the phone. Since this is an Android One smartphone, the phone will get regular security updates. It is powered by Snapdragon 636 with 4GB of RAM. Wish the company has ...

OnePlus opens its first R&D facility in India in Hyderabad

OnePlus has announced that it has opened its first R&D facility in India in Hyderabad. This will only play a critical role in development of Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning in OnePlus products but will also drive innovations that are centric and relevant to the company’s Indian community, said the company. The company will also leverage the experienced and ingenious talent from Hyderabad. OnePlus said that it weighed in several critical factors before zeroing in on Hyderabad for the R&D centre. Hyderabad, which is one of the fastest growing markets for OnePlus, so it will also be expanding its offline presence in the region, including new own OnePlus Experience Store in the city. The brand currently has an Exclusive Service Centre in the city and is also present in retail outlets through its exclusive partnership with Croma and Reliance Digital. OnePlus has already upgraded to local production of PCBs as well as other smartphone components and said that will continue to look at further plans as the government announces the next wave of localization. The R&D facility will play a crucial role as OnePlus charts its roadmap towards adopting the Indian market as its home ground. OnePlus said that it is committed to ...

Google denies Hangouts shutdown, will upgrade users to Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet

After reports of Google shutting down Hangouts to consumers in 2020, Google’s Scott Johnston who runs Hangouts and other related products has denied the reports, however, said that users of consumer Hangouts users will be “upgraded” to Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet which are enterprise-focused products.  2/ So while that will result in the eventual shut down of Hangouts classic (as we now call it), it doesn't imply we are ending support for the use case supported by the product: messaging and meetings. — Scott Johnston (@happyinwater) December 1, 2018 This indirectly for the first time confirms that Hangouts Classic will be shutting down “eventually.” Meaning, all the existing Hangouts classic users will be upgraded to Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet which are enterprise related products that fill a different need, and the legacy Hangouts which is now available for consumers will be shut down eventually. Google says that it is “fully committed to supporting classic Hangouts users” until a ‘successful’ migration to the new services. No timeline for the transition was provided yet. In a statement, Google said: In March 2017, we announced plans to evolve classic Hangouts to focus on two experiences that help bring teams together: Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet. Both Chat and Meet are available today for ...