Google has fixed yet another issue with its Pixel 2 smartphone. The issue in question prevented users from unlocking the bootloader as they complained the slider for OEM unlocking was disabled on their units that were purchased directly from the company. A bug was filed with Google, and the company updated today on its issue tracking website that the problem has been fixed. Users are being advised to factory reset their device and make sure it's connected to the Internet during the initial setup. Following is what Google exactly said: Source | Via
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Selasa, 21 November 2017
Samsung's Bixby assistant now supports Chinese language
Samsung's Bixby digital assistant now supports a new language: Chinese. The Chinese version of Bixby was launched by the South Koren company yesterday. The tech giant said users of the Galaxy S8/S8+ and Galaxy Note8 phones will be able to access it starting November 30. Aside from working with Samsung apps, the new Bixby version also supports over 18 popular Chinese third-party apps, including Baidu, Alipay, and iQiyi. It was also confirmed that the Chinese version of Bixby will also be available on Samsung's upcoming W2018 clamshell smartphone. In addition to Chinese, Bixby already...
OnePlus confirms it won't have Project Treble on the OnePlus 5T, here's what that means
OnePlus held an AMA about its newest device, the OnePlus 5T. One of the inquiries referred to Google's Project Treble. For those who haven't heard about Project Treble - it was announced several months ago as a feature of Android Oreo. In fact, all phones that shipped with Android Oreo out of the box will support this feature. Project Treble modularizes the Android Operating system so that OEM customizations stay separate from Android. The idea is that OEMs don't need to tweak the update as much to cut down on time between releasing updates. So back to OnePlus, in the...
Deal: Moto $60 off the Moto X4 at Best Buy
Even though we haven't quite gotten to Thanksgiving yet (which is when a lot of the Black Friday Sales begin), Best Buy is holding a discount on the Moto X4 this week. You can grab either a Super Black or Sterling Blue Moto X4 for $340, that's $60 off the regular price. This is for the unlocked variant of the phone, which works on T-Mobile, AT&T, Sprint, Verizon, and all other prepaid networks in the US. The Moto X4 features a 5.2 inch IPS LCD display with 1080p resolution. Behind the phone are dual-12MP cameras combined with a front-facing 16MP camera. There's a 3,000 mAh...
Harga Lenovo Tab 7 Essential & Spesifikasi 2017
Harga Lenovo Tab 7 Essential Terbaru Harga Lenovo Tab 7 Essential – Tablet Lenovo Tab 7 Essential – Lenovo kembali merilis sebuah tablet berbasis android yang masuk kedalam kelas entry level, tablet ini bernama Lenovo Tab 7 Essential, tentu saja harga Lenovo Tab 7 Essential ini dibanderol sangat terjangkau oleh Lenovo, tablet ini juga nantinya akan dipasarkan di Indonesia. Menjadi […]
Android Oreo soak test for Moto Z and Z2 Force begins in Brazil
Some of the readers over at AndroidPIT Brazil have been notified via email to participate in a survey to apply as candidates to test an early build of Android Oreo for the Moto Z and Moto Z2 Force. The readers that were notified were signed up for Motorola's testing program called the "Motorola Feedback Network". There's no word as to when the public release of Android Oreo will begin to hit Moto Z's and Moto Z2 Force's everywhere, as the selection process for testers is still underway.Android PIT Brazil reports the possibility that the first beta build could come as early as "within 48...
Alleged BlackBerry KEYone successor appears on GeekBench
Today, a new entry appeared in the popular benchmarking app - GeekBench. The name of the device in question is "QUALCOMM BBF100-1". As a reference, the BlackBerry Motion model number is BBD-100-X while the BlackBerry KEYone carried a model number of BBB100-X where X is a number depending on the region. Given the timing of this report, we might be able to speculate that this is the successor to the BlackBerry KEYone. Last year, a prototype of the (then called) BlackBerry Mercury was shown off to the press, who received the device very well despite the fact that we were only shown the...
Facebook Messenger doubles its image resolution
Facebook Messenger has announced that it has raised the resolution of photos that are delivered to recipients. If you didn't know it, messaging apps like Facebook Messenger, Telegram, and Whatsapp all apply some kind of compression before photos reach the person they are being sent to. Here are a few comparisons that show the difference: The resolution on Facebook Messenger has been "2K" for a while - or 2048 x 2048 pixels. A new update will allow you to send photos at up to 4096 x 4096 pixels. Many smartphones these days use 12MP cameras, whose longest dimension is...
Verizon offers up to 50% off Pixel 2, Galaxy S8, Moto Z2 Force for Black Friday
Today it's Verizon's turn to unveil what it has prepared for Black Friday, and it's great news if you're into Android smartphones. The carrier will offer up to 50% off on devices such as the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, and Note8, as well as the Moto Z2 Force. You have to sign up for Verizon's unlimited plan and get the phone you want using monthly installments, but unlike other deals this one does not require a trade-in. It's "up to" and not exactly 50% off because Verizon will apply a fixed-amount $378 promo credit to your account over 24 months, regardless of...
Android devices collect location data for Google despite privacy settings
Location sharing is one of these services that some users keep turned off for one of two reasons - either battery saving or privacy protection. But according to a research by Quartz, Android devices have been collecting and sending data even when the option was off. Since the beginning of 2017, the data was gathered by cell towers and was used for managing push notifications or alerts. According to Google, Cell ID codes help the cell tower to improve speed and performance of message delivery on Android phones. Quartz estimates that the location of basically all modern Android...
Black Friday: Xiaomi Spain gives away 10 Mi 6 units for €1
Xiaomi had a record-breaking "Singles Day" sale on November 11 and is now preparing for the Black Friday weekend this week. The Spanish division of the manufacturer is launching a raffle throughout the whole weekend and will give away 50 phones for €1 each and over €10,000 in vouchers for Xiaomi phones. On November 24 10 people will get the chance to buy the Xiaomi Mi 6 for €1. The next day 20 Redmi Note 4 units will go for the same price, while on November 26 20 Redmi 4A phones will follow. In order to compete for the raffle, you have to play a simple game with a hammer and...
Global Xiaomi Redmi 4 receives stable MIUI 9
The global MIUI 9 rollout continues. Today Xiaomi Redmi 4 is getting the MIUI stable update. The firmware version is V9.1.1.0.NAMMIEI and it brings Android 7.1 Nougat, Xiaomi's Smart app launcher, image search, split screen multitasking and much more. MIUI 9 already hit a number of devices - the Xiaomi Mi 6, Mi 5 and Mi 5s and Mi Mix 2 among them, and is rolling out to its second wave of devices, which includes the Redmi 4 and the original Mi Mix. Source
Amazon releases Product Red version of Amazon Echo
Amazon has launched a new variant of the Echo in collaboration with Red. This Product Red version dons the familiar bright red shell to differentiate itself from the other colors in the range. For every purchase of this Product Red version, Amazon will donate $10 to support Red's fight against AIDS. Apart from the color, this version of the Echo is identical to others. Product Red is an initiative by Red to collaborate with brands to help support the fight against AIDS and bring it to more people's attention. Over the years, Red has worked with many brands, one of the most notable...
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 stars in live image leak
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 was a bestseller during its multiple flash sales and even managed to smash some records. But this is a phone that first appeared in August 2016, so it's time for the successor Redmi Note 5 to step in. And now the first live photo of the new phone leaked on Weibo, along with some specs. According to the image, the Redmi Note 5 will have Snapdragon 625 chipset. The screen has the trendy 18:9 ratio, a 5.99" diagonal and Full HD+ resolution. The phone reports 54GB of storage available, meaning that it's a 64GB unit. There is at least one camera with 12 MP sensor...
Misfit Command is a smarter hybrid watch
So-called hybrid watches are often just glorified fitness trackers. The Misfit Command may be the first to combine the classic looks of an analog watch with some more advanced functionality than buzzing when your phone is ringing. The command can vibrate on call, of course, but the sub-dial at 6 o'clock offers more info. The hand will point at an appropriate icon when an event occurs - a call, text, notification and so on (it's customizable). When there's nothing of note, the hand indicates your progress for the day. The watch can track steps taken, distance traveled and calories...
LG V30+ arrives on Japan's KDDI
The LG V30+ has arrived in Japan thanks to carrier KDDI. The phone supports 4G LTE connectivity as well as WiMAX 2+ to work better with the carrier's network. It also supports 1seg wireless TV. Other than the connectivity changes, the phone is the familiar V30. To make up for its delayed launch, it will come with Android 8.0 Nougat out of the box. You'll have a choice of Aura Black, Cloud Silver and Moroccan Blue colors. In the box you'll get a pair of B&O Play headphones to use in combination with the phone's QuadDAC. You can find additional accessories at au.com. Note that...
Xiaomi opens third manufacturing facility in India dedicated to accessories
Xiaomi has announced a new manufacturing plant in India. This facility is located in NOIDA, Utter Pradesh and made in partnership with Hipad Technology. This is the third manufacturing facility started by Xiaomi since it started doing business in India in 2014. This new manufacturing facility is dedicated entirely to manufacturing power bank. Spread across 230,000 square feet, the facility is able to manufacture 7 power banks per minute during its operational hours. Xiaomi has also announced two new Power Banks exclusively for India that will be manufactured entirely within the...
OnePlus 5T now on sale
The king is dead, long live the king. The new OnePlus 5T is now available for sale. If you bag one today, you'll get 50% off the Early Bird bundle. It's just a case and a glass screen protector, but those aren't cheap. Here's a refresher on how much the 5T costs: 64GB 128GB $500 $560 €500 €560 £450 £500 CAD 660 CAD 730 INR 33,000 INR 38,000 Normally, you'll can just grab a 5T from OnePlus.net, though there are a few "buts". In India, it's exclusive to Amazon - here it is. O2...
Samsung Pay expands to Mexico
Samsung Mexico announced today the arrival of the company's Pay solution to the Latin country, making it the 20th market to get the service. Samsung Pay is currently offered to customers of American Express, Banorte, BanRegio, and HSBC banks with supported credit or debit cards. Compatibility of devices is also limited, with Gear smartwatches being left out. The full list can be seen in the source link, but if you have a newer mid-range or flagship Galaxy phone, you're in the clear. Source (in Spanish)
Xiaomi starts trade-in program in India
Xiaomi phones already offer great value for money but Mi Home stores in India can improve that. The company is running a trade-in program in partnership with Cashify that will reduce the price of available Mi and Redmi phones. You simply walk into a Mi Home with your old device. The team will tell you its resale value (based on the phone's condition) and you can use that money towards the purchase of a shiny new handset. You can get a preview of the kind of money you can get over at the Cashify site. Alternatively, you can order a new phone delivered to your door. In that case, you...
Google to fix Pixel 2's buzzing sound issue in an upcoming update
Earlier this month, Google rolled out a fix for Pixel 2's clicking/ticking noise issue. But users have also been complaining about a faint buzzing sound problem with their units during calls. Well, the good news is that the company has now confirmed a fix for that particular issue will be rolled out as part of an upcoming update. "We're rolling out a software update in the coming weeks which eliminates a faint buzzing sound on some Pixel 2 devices when the phone is placed to your ear during a phone call," said Community Manager Orrin at the official Google Pixel forums. Sadly, Orrin...
Huawei nova 3 might come out in December with two dual cameras
Huawei's nova is a well-received line of premium mid-rangers and the third iteration may soon be upon us. It is allegedly built on top of the Huawei Honor 7X though with a new chipset and better cameras. The nova 3 is said to have a 5.93" screen with 1080p+ resolution (18:9), same as its Honor sibling. Unlike it, however, the chipset will be a still unseen Kirin 670 - an upgrade over the old 659 chip used in the Honor 6X and the 7X as well. The new Kirin 670 will have a hexa-core CPU rather than an octa-core, perhaps with a pair of powerful cores. The GPU will be based on the latest...
Samsung's Upgrade to Galaxy program lets iPhone users try the Note8
Samsung is having a new program in South Korea, giving iPhone users the opportunity to test the Galaxy S8 or the Galaxy Note8 for a month. The Korean company does not hide the fact the offer is targeted at iPhone users, willing to make the switch. Between November 21 and November 27 iPhone South Koreans can apply for the Galaxy Experience Program online. 10,000 people will be selected, and then they have to collect their unit from Samsung Digital Plaza between December 1 and December 11. The participation fee is KRW50,000/$45 on top of the price of the device that you have to...
First 18:9 screen Meizu phone leaks
We've seen plenty of companies adopting the new 18:9 standard in smartphone displays. One manufacturer that is yet to follow suit is Meizu, but according to a Weibo leak, it won't be a long wait. The Mysterious Meizu Up until now, all Meizu phones have the fingerprint reader on the front, but according to the latest images, the scanner will go on the back, below the vertical dual camera setup. There is simply no space on the front panel, mostly taken by the 18:9 screen. Meizu previously said it will launch a FullView phone in 2018, so this smartphone is most likely still in...
Gionee teases F6 and F205 bezel-less smartphones, announcement in 5 days
Gionee has a conference scheduled in 5 days in Shenzhen at which it's going to announce multiple bezel-less smartphones and today it's teasing two of them on Weibo - the Gionee F6 and F205. The teaser spares any details outside of the phone names and the fact that they will be "full screen", meaning 18:9 screens with slim bezels. The Gionee F205 reportedly has a 5-inch screen, a MediaTek MT6739 chipset with a quad-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, 16GB of on-board storage, 8MP/5MP back and front cameras and skinned Android 7.1.1 Nougat. No word on the Gionee F6 specs at this...
Verizon LG V20 gets new update, Galaxy S7 and LG G6 up next
Verizon has started pushing out a new update to LG V20 units on its network. Arriving as software version VS99518A, it brings the November security patch. Reports say the carrier is all set to push out new updates - presumably containing the November patch - to several other smartphones as well, including Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, LG G6, and Moto Z Play and Z2 Play. These updates should be rolling out later today. Meanwhile the international variant of the Samsung Galaxy Note8 has also started getting the November update. It is currently hitting units in China and Hong Kong...
Deal: Save $350 on Samsung Galaxy Note8, S8/S8+
Purchasing any of Samsung's latest high end phones - Galaxy S8, S8+, or Note8 can now be $350 cheaper. Best Buy is offering the deal on Sprint and Verizon variants if you opt for monthly payment plans. For Verizon S8, S8+, and Note8, you'll have to pay $15.41/mo, $19.41/mo, and $24.41/mo, respectively. For the Sprint models, you'll have to shell out $16.66/mo, $20.83/mo, and $25.41/mo, respectively. There's a deal on AT&T models as well, allowing you to net a free Galaxy S8 on purchase of an S8, S8+, or Note8. There's, however, a catch: one of the units should be on a new line....
