Instagram will no longer notify about screenshot alerts for stories

Back in February Instagram started testing screenshot alerts for stories and months after its functioning, the company seems to have put an end to it. Instagram has confirmed the same by saying that it is no longer testing a feature that would let people see when someone took a screenshot of their story. This is an incredible news for those who are into the screenshot business, but no so much for those who wish to keep an eye on all creepers. The screenshot alerts would show users when someone takes a screenshot of their story. However, since it was in testing phase, it was only limited to selected users. This move is unlike Snapchat who famously tells users if their content has been screenshot. You can still see who viewed your story on Instagram by swiping up. Source

OPPO PBAM00 / PBAT00 with 6.2-inch 19:9 FullView display, 4GB RAM, dual rear cameras, Android 8.1 gets certified

OPPO smartphones with model numbers PBAM00 / PBAT00 have been certified by TENAA in China. This reveals a budget smartphone with a 6.2-inch HD+ screen with 19:9 aspect ratio, minimal bezels, 1.8GHz Octa-Core SoC, which could be Snapdragon 450,  Android 8.1 (Oreo) with ColorOS 5.0, 13-megapixel rear camera along with a secondary 2-megapixel camera for portrait shots. It will come with an 8-megapixel front-facing camera, and will like come with face unlock, however it doesn't have a fingerprint sensor. OPPO PBAM00 / PBAT00 specifications 6.2-inch (1520 x 720 pixels) 18:9 FullView 2.5D curved glass display 1.8GHz Octa-Core processor 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD ColorOS 5.0 based on Android 8.1 (Oreo) Dual SIM 13MP rear camera with LED flash, secondary 2MP camera 8MP front-facing camera Dimensions: 156.2×75.6×8.2mm; Weight: 168g 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS + GLONASS 4100mAh built-in battery The smartphone is expected to come in Pink, Light Blue, Dark Blue and Purple colors. It could be another smartphone in the 'A series' after the OPPO A3 that was introduced a couple of months back. We can expect the official announcement sometime later this month. Source 1, 2

Google App Maker low-code application development environment out of beta

Google today has launched the low-code application development environment tool for building apps. It is an easy to build a custom environment that speeds up workflows and makes processes better. Google also says that App Maker is flexible enough to be as useful to large companies as it is to schools and universities. It is also available for all G Suite for Education, Business and Enterprise customers. App Maker is specially designed and targeted at businesses who create internal tools and custom apps for specific workflows and processes that are dedicated to their core product. It can create a highly optimized app by dictating the terms exactly the way businesses needed them. This also helps those with little to no coding experience in building their own line-of-business apps. These applications can be based on data that is already stored in G Suite, Google’s Cloud SQL database or any other database that supports JDBC. As for prototyping the deployment, Google handles backend infrastructure, including servers, uptime, and security. The company is adding new features Open, Fast, Connected, Managed, these features will be useful in database connectivity. Once the database is connectivity done, the actual is pretty easy and thanks to the responsive templates, the final application will work on a phone ...

Samsung Chromebook Plus (V2) with 12.2-inch 1080p touchscreen display, built-in pen announced

Samsung today has announced an upgrade to the Chromebook Plus, the new version; V2 comes with front and rear cameras, built-in pen, and an Intel Celeron processor. It sports a 12.2-inches 1920×1080 resolution screen that transforms it from notebook to tablet to sketchbook. Since it is running on Chrome OS, you have access to Google Play Store and tons of apps. The Samsung Chromebook Plus (V2) sports a 12.2-inches Full HD, 300nit, touchscreen display and is powered by the Intel Celeron Processor 3965Y with Intel HD Graphics 615. It packs 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage with a microSD card slot that can be expanded up to 400GB. It also comes with a built-in pen for the precision of the stylus. Ports on board include 2 x USB-C with 4K display out, optional adapter, Charging, 1 x USB3.0, and microSD card reader. The Chromebook Plus packs Aluminum alloy/Glass/Plastic body material. It measures 11.34 x 8.19 x 0.63-7.0 inches and weighs just 1.32 KGS. The Chromebook features a 1MP front camera and a 13MP rear camera, Stereo Speakers. A 39Wh battery. The Samsung Chromebook Plus (V2) will be available starting from June 24th at BestBuy.com and Best Buy stores, starting at $499.99 (Rs. 33,975 approx.). Alanna Cotton, Senior Vice President and General Manager at Samsung Electronics America said: Today’s consumers want ...

MediaTek Helio A22 2GHz Quad-Core 12nm SoC with Dual 4G VoLTE, Bluetooth 5, AI capabilities detailed

MediaTek Helio A22, the company's latest budget SoC based on 12nm TSMC FinFET technology was introduced with the Xiaomi Redmi 6A earlier this week, after the Helio P22. Now the company has detailed the specifications of the SoC, expect for the exact (IMG PowerVR GE-class) GPU version.  It supports 20:9 HD+ screen, has Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A53 CPUs with MediaTek CorePilot, and flexible LPDDR3/LPDDR4x memory controller. It supports 13+8MP dual or 21MP single camera setup. The company says that CPU performance is up to 30% faster and GPU up to an incredible 72% faster than the direct alternative, which should be the Snapdragon 425 SoC. It also has AI-enhancements such as Face ID (Face Unlock) and smart photo albums. MediaTek NeuroPilot support, developers and device makers have the best possible AI-ecosystem, with support for common AI frameworks and full compliance with Android Neural Networks API (Android NNAPI). It has 4G LTE WorldMode modem that integrates dual 4G SIM with VoLTE/ViLTE, MediaTek TAS 2.0 smart antenna technology and essential new standards such as, eMBMS, HUPE, Band 71 and advanced IMS. Connectivity upgrades include a new, dedicated sub-processor for 4-Satellite multi-GNSS (GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo), Bluetooth 5 and Wi-Fi (802.11ac).  Helio A22  Helio P22 Process TSMC 12nm Apps CPU 4x Cortex-A53 @ 2GHz 8x ...

OnePlus 6 sales cross 1 million in 22 days globally, becomes the fastest selling OnePlus device

OnePlus today announced that OnePlus 6, the company's flagship smartphone has crossed 1 million sales globally within 22 days of launch. The OnePlus 6 has also become OnePlus’ fastest selling smartphone, since the first OnePlus One smartphone was launched back in 2013. OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T each sold a million units within three months of their launch. OnePlus said that company's 'one flagship a year' strategy has allowed the company to create superior products with premium user-experience. Its long-term partnerships with the likes of Amazon and Qualcomm, along with partnerships with carrier networks like Elisa and O2 in Europe have further helped bolster the company’s presence across 36 countries around the world. OnePlus has announced a ‘Community Celebration Season’ that will see the roll out of exciting offers over 12 days, from 15th June 2018 to 26th June 2018 as a sign of gratitude to the OnePlus community that made the massive success of OnePlus 6 possible. The offers include Rs. 2000 cashback on Citibank Credit & Debit cards and no-cost EMI on all popular banks for three months. OnePlus customers will receive extra Rs. 1500 off on exchange; while on the exchange of any other device, customers will receive additional Rs. ...

Nokia X6 update brings option to hide the notch, new AI portrait features, June Android security patch and more

HMD Global introduced the Nokia X6 smartphone in China. Few weeks after the phone went on sale in China, the company has pushed a new software update that brings several new features including an option to hide the notch, similar to most of the smartphones. The update also brings updates to AI portraits that lets you swap the background. Optimize  WiFi experience in specific scenarios Optimize some game screen touch experience Improve the smoothness of Android 8.1 Added portrait cutouts, background locking, option to hide apps, Swipe to delete SMS, UI improvements and more Update to built-in applications Optimize system stability Android Security Patch Update - June 2018 The Nokia X6 v229D.B01 update is 554 MB in size and also includes Android security update for June 2018. HMD Global is yet to release the Nokia X6 smartphone outside China. At the launch HMD Global Chief Product Officer, Juho Sarvikas hinted that the Nokia X6 might be available outside China, but he did not reveal when we can expect it. Source

Xiaomi launches Mi Rollerball Pen, Travel U-shaped Pillow, I Love Mi T-shirt and Mi Band Charger in India starting at Rs. 129

Xiaomi today has launched the Mi Rollerball Pen, Mi Travel U-shaped Pillow, I Love Mi T-shirt and Mi Band 2 Charge Cable in India. These new products will expand the Mi Eco-system products in India.  The Xiaomi's i Rollerball Pen comes in an aluminum body. The pen has a premium feel to it and makes for an excellent gift as well. The Xiaomi's Mi Travel U-shaped Pillow made with a combination of cotton and natural latex is the perfect travel buddy. Another addition to the list is the Mi I Love Mi T-Shirt; it is created for Mi Fans is made out of soft, blended fabric which offers comfort all day long. Last in the list is the Mi Band 2 Charge Cable; it can be used for charging Mi Band 2 and Mi Band- HRX Edition. The Mi Rollerball Pen will be available for Rs. 179, the Mi Travel U-shaped Pillow will be available in two colors; Grey and Beige and is priced at of Rs.999. The T-shirt with minimalistic design will be available in three basic colors; Grey, Black, and White. It will be available for Rs. 399. The Mi band 2 charger cable will be available for Rs. 129. All these products will be available starting today midnight on Mi.com.

Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 update brings VoLTE support for Vodafone, Airtel and Idea, front camera improvements and more

Asus rolled out first update for the Zenfone Max Pro last month, ahead of the sale that brought Face unlock and several improvement along with Android security patch for April, 2018. Today the company has started rolling out a new update that brings VoLTE support for Vodafone, Airtel and Idea (In circles where it's available), in addition to Reliance Jio. In addition the update also adds Android security patch for May, 2018 along with fingerprint sensor and front camera improvements. Check out the complete changelog below. Enables VoLTE for Vodafone/Airtel/Idea Updates Google security patch to May 2018 Improves the response speed of finger print sensor Improves front camera performance Asus already said that it is continuously improving camera performance and features as well as battery life and overall performance, improvements and optimization. At the launch the company said that it will bring 6GB RAM with 64GB storage version with 16MP primary rear and 16MP front camera for Rs. 14,999 within six week, but there are no details about the availability of it yet. Check out the review of the smartphone, if you are planning to get it.

Ulefone X with 5.85-inch display, dual rear cameras, Android 8.1, Dual 4G LTE, wireless charging announced

Ulefone has introduced Ulefone X, the company's latest smartphone with a 5.85-inch HD+ display with a notch and 18.9:9 aspect ratio, 91% screen-to-body ratio and has a 3300mAh battery with support for wireless charging. It is powered by Helio P23 SoC with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. It has a 13-megapixel rear camera along with a secondray 5-megapixel camera. It has an 8-megapixel front-facing camera with face unlock and also has a fingerprint sensor on the back. It has a glass back with curves since it comes with wireless charging. It also makes signals like Wi-Fi, LTE and Bluetooth stronger without the need for clunky lines embedded into the frame. It comes with Dual 4G support that lets you use 4G on both the SIMs and switch between them easily. Ulefone X specifications 5.85-inch (1512 x 720 pixels) 18.9:9 HD+ full-screen 2.5D curved glass display 2GHz Octa-Core MediaTek Helio P23 16nm processor with ARM Mali G71 MP2 GPU 4GB RAM, 64GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 256GB with microSD Android 8.1 (Oreo) Hybrid Dual SIM (nano + nano / microSD) 13MP (Interpolated to 16MP) rear camera with Sony IMX135 sensor, f/2.2 aperture,LED flash, secondary 5MP camera 8MP (Interpolated to 13MP) front-facing camera with ...