Asus ZenFone Ares launched with Snapdragon 821 and 8GB of RAM

Asus just quietly released the ZenFone Ares in Taiwan without holding an event or even issuing a press release about it. The device emphasizes on AR (Augmented Reality) and VR (Virtual Reality) with specs almost identical to last year's ZenFone AR. We've got a 5.7-inch Super AMOLED panel with a standard 16:9 aspect ratio and QHD resolution (1440 x 2560 pixels). The display comes with a few familiar features as well - Tru2life technology for improved outdoor visibility and oil-repellent coating. Driving the ZenFone Ares is the well-known Snapdragon 821 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM...

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Instagram decides not to roll out screenshot notification feature

Earlier this year in February, Instagram started testing a feature that would inform the users if someone took a screenshot of their Story posts. The feature was in beta testing and only select users were part of it. The feature was met with backlash as users had grown used to taking screenshots of Story posts for whatever it is they intended to do with them. It's one of the things that made people prefer Instagram Story mode over Snapchat Stories as the latter has always had screenshot-warning built-into it. It seems Instagram has decided to hear its users on this one. According to...

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Sony is working on a new Xperia Home launcher

A few days ago, news broke about Sony discontinuing the development of its own Xperia Home launcher that ships with every Sony smartphone. The firm has also planned to close the Beta program for the launcher. The information seemed odd at the time, but now Erika Prymus, a developer part of the Xperia Home team, has cleared the confusion. She explained that Sony is now focusing on a new Xperia Home app. The reason? We still don't know but it probably has something to do with the new gesture controls introduced with Android P, so Sony probably decided to start from...

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Xiaomi already testing Android 8.1 Oreo for Mi A1

Xiaomi launched the Mi A1 smartphone back in September 2017 and was the first device from the OEM to run on Android One's platform, which would ensure timely and continuous OS updates. The Chinese smartphone maker delivered the final Android 8.0 Oreo update to the public, despite the technical difficulties along the way. Now it's time for the Android 8.1 update, but Xiaomi still hasn't announced a specific timeline for the OTA release. Strangely enough, the phone also hasn't gained the so-called Google Treble support. In any case, sources indicate that Xiaomi is running a closed...

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Xiaomi Mi A2 leaks in 11-minute hands-on video

The Xiaomi MI 6X-9140.php) was announced back in April in China and we've been expecting its stock Android-powered A2 sibling to grace international markets since. But even though it is yet to go official, a Spanish tech duo was able to get their hands on a Mi A2 prototype and upload a lengthy first impressions video. The video, which was subsequently taken down was about 11 minutes long and offered plenty of details about the Mi A2. The Snapdragon 660 seems to be doing just fine with the stock Android OS and delivers snappy performance. The guys over at PimpiTronic even showed a...

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Update arrives to fix OnePlus 6 bootloader vulnerability

Earlier this week, OnePlus officially acknowledged the OnePlus 6 bootloader vulnerability, and said it will be fixed soon. In line with that promise, the company has released a new update containing the fix. The update arrives as OxygenOS 5.1.7, and also includes a fix for the DND schedule setting issue, as well as some general bug fixes and improvements. OnePlus also confirmed the OxygenOS 5.1.6 update roll out was paused by the company after reports of stability issues especially from users in India. The company further said the OxygenOS 5.1.7 update won't be officially available...

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Samsung Galaxy S9+ Sunrise Gold reaches India as a limited edition

The Sunrise Gold edition of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ was not originally meant to launch in India, but it has. There's a catch, however. Only the S9+ version is getting the new hue and only in 128 GB. And it's a limited edition. It costs INR 68,900 ($1,000/€875) with a one-time free screen replacement and INR 9,000 cashback if you pay with PatTM Mall or ICICI Bank credit cards. You can pre-order one from the Samsung online store or from Flipkart. Units will ship out on June 20. Via

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Oppo Find X teaser hints at an unusual notch

The torrent of Oppo Find X leaks and teasers is unlikely to stop until the phone goes official on June 19. If you want to be brought up to speed, we suggest you check out the last two massive leaks that reveal most of the specifications. Still, the design remains a mystery, but the latest official teaser aims to reveal a part of it. That design 😏 #oppo #OPPOFindX #findx pic.twitter.com/7TAAc0wpXR— 📱 🖥️ 👶 🔍 🇮🇩 (@bang_gogo_) June 15, 2018 The teaser video is pretty short and showcases a nearly bezel-less display with...

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128GB Dual SIM Samsung Galaxy S9 down to $640

If you are in the market for a Galaxy S9 in the US, you should check this deal: dual SIM Galaxy S9 for $640. An eBay seller with over 99% positive feedback is offering the promo. The model on offer is an international one that comes with Exynos SoC instead of the Snapdragon chipset that you find in US Galaxy S9 units. It is only compatible with GSM carriers, and offers 128GB storage. The only available color option is black, though. Source

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Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro, Mi Max 3 and Mi Pad 4 incoming

Xiaomi didn't announce the full set of Redmi 6 devices all at once, so we had to settle for the regular Redmi 6 and the budget Redmi 6A. But that doesn't mean that the Pro version of the Redmi 6 isn't coming. A new finding supports these claims and also hints of the Mi Max 3 and Mi Pad 4 arrival. Redmi 6 Pro It all makes sense now. There was a mysterious TENAA listing from last month of a notched Xiaomi smartphone with thick bezels indicating a budget device. Connecting the dots would suggests that this is actually the upcoming Redmi 6 Pro. The listed reference from Xiaomi's...

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Oreo for Samsung Galaxy S7 Active coming soon

The Samsung Galaxy S7 Oreo update roll out is in full swing, but there's one member of the S7 series that's yet to get the Oreo update: Galaxy S7 Active. Newly unearthed evidence suggests the upgrade for that one is just around the corner. The phone with Android 8.0 on board has been spotted on the website of Wi-Fi Alliance. So this is usually a strong indication that the update roll out is imminent. Sadly, an exact date is currently not known, but the wait can't be long. Source | Via

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June patch downgrading Android P-powered Nokia 7 Plus units to Oreo

If you are a Nokia 7 Plus user running Android P beta on your unit, you are strongly advised against installing the latest June security update (if you haven't already). Reason being, those who did are reporting serious issues post update. Specifically, users say the 1.3GB update is basically a downgrade package, and so it results in applications force closing and even device crashing in some cases. Even the rollback package on the Android P install page is of no use because the June update has a newer time stamp. Of course, users of beta builds are expecting to face bugs, but...

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