Lenovo's new online-only brand is aimed at countering the rise of Xiaomi in China, which too has followed a low-cost online-only model. The company was expected to start operations in China in April; though it has only launched its first product in August.

The Zuk Z1 features metal frames around the handset and includes no branding from Lenovo. There is only a Zuk logo branding at the back of the handset.

The Zuk Z1 features a 5.5-inch full-HD (1080x1920 pixels) display and sports a physical home button on the front panel. Notably, the home button on the Z1 smartphone also embeds the fingerprint scanner. Much like recently launched flagship smartphones, Lenovo's Zuk Z1 features the USB Type-C 3.0 port.
Under the hood, the new smartphone packs a dated Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor clocked at 2.5GHZ coupled with 3GB of RAM and Adreno 330 GPU. The handset supports dual Nano-SIM cards and runs Android 5.1.1 Lollipop. It packs 64GB of inbuilt storage.

The smartphone sports a 13-megapixel rear camera with Sony sensor (IMX214) and optical image stabilization (OIS), another feature that's found in high-end smartphones. There is an 8-megapixel front-facing camera also on board. It packs a large 4100mAh battery and will be available in White and Grey colours. The Zuk Z1 smartphone measures 155.7x77.3x8.9mm and weighs 175 grams.

The model launched in China supports both 4G LTE bands in India (FDD-LTE Band 3 1800MHz and TDD-LTE Band 40 2300MHz). Other connectivity options on the Zuk Z1 include Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, GPS, and Glonass. It features an accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, digital compass (magnetometer), and proximity sensor

 Recently, another Chinese online retailer hinted at an imminent launch of the Redmi Note 2. A previously leaked screenshot claimed to be from Xiaomi's online store gave us the price of the handset's 32GB inbuilt storage model. As per the image, the 32GB version would cost CNY 799 (roughly Rs. 8,211). We will have to still wait for the company's Thursday launch event to see what the company has in store.


According to the online retailer's listing, the Redmi Note 2 will feature a 5.5-inch 2.5D display with a screen resolution of 1080x1920 pixels and will run Android 5.1 Lollipop-based MIUI 7.

Under the hood, the handset is said to pack a 64-bit MediaTek (MT6795) octa-core processor coupled with 2GB of RAM and Adreno 405 GPU. It will support dual Micro-SIMs.

The smartphone will feature a curved glass back cover. It will feature a 13-megapixel rear camera with Sony (IMX214) sensor and dual-tone LED flash. The handset also sports a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. The online retailer lists the handset to pack a 3600mAh battery while will support global 4G LTE-FDD bands. The online retailer however uses an image of the Mi 4 in the listing instead of the Redmi Note 2 smartphone.

The OnePlus 2 will feature a 5.5-inch in-cell display with a full-HD (1080x1920 pixel) resolution and 1500:1 contrast ratio. It will be powered by a 64-bit octa-core Snapdragon 810 v2.1 SoC clocked at 1.8GHz and coupled with an Adreno 430 GPU alongside 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 64GB internal storage. It will sport dual 4G Nano-SIM cards (dual-SIM dual standby), as well as USB Type-C connectivity (with the cable reversible at both ends). 

I am looking for a fitness tracker band, but I'm puzzled by the different features and which one might be right for me..................

It provides a  new way make your lifestlye a full of info of your body stats and physical behaviour on daily basis .it very useful to the extent who want to be fit and make every note of calorie burnt and eaten.
Depending on your budget, you could pick from a simple tracker without a screen, to a full-scale watch with GPS and a heart rate monitor... The Mi Band (Rs 999) lacks a display screen, but you can connect it to the Mi Fit app (for Android and iOS) to monitor your physical activity, calories burnt, sleep quality and wake time. When used with a phone, the band can track your walking route using GPS.

And while it works with all handsets, you get extra features when used with a Xiaomi phone: The Mi band vibrates just before your morning alarm sets off to wake you gently and buzzes when you have incoming calls. This band is good for those who own a Xiaomi handset and need a feature-packed device without breaking the bank.

The GetActive Tapp (Rs 4,999) connects to its app on smartphones and an online dashboard. It calculates the number of steps and calories burnt. On the web dashboard, you can view records by day, month and year; add and compete with other GetActive users - and the service even awards virtual badges for completing fitness milestones. The 'badges' make the service goaloriented - and the fact that you can add friends to your profile makes it very competitive.

With the Goqii band (Rs 3,999) for three months - Rs 11,999 for one year) you are allotted a personal trainer who discusses your fitness goals, diet and your medical history with you to create a customized fitness regimen. The band displays the number of steps taken, the distance covered in kilometres and calories burned. Users are encouraged to log details of their sleep time, their water intake, and also post pictures of the food they've consumed.

Trained coaches use this information to suggest changes in lifestyle. Goqii's subscription works well for users who need motivation to exercise. Daily conversations with coaches along with real-world advice make this service ideal for those who want to change their lifestyle, but need constant encouragement and guidance.

The TomTom Runner (Rs 12,500) comes with proprietary GPS technology for precision tracking of running routes. It connects with the TomTom MySports Connect software on the PC where you have to key in your age, weight, height and gender for more accurate data analysis. Besides, it comes with a heartrate monitor that lets you keep an eye on your ticker while you exercise.


The Runner comes with different training modes including Goals (where you can enter the distance you want to cover, the time you want to run, or calories you want to burn) and Zones (that calculates your pace, heart rate and more). Users can also sync this device with the TomTom MySports app on their phones. This sporty-looking wristwatch is geared for the serious outdoor fitness enthusiast, who might perhaps also use the collected data to work along with professional trainers.

Apart from launching the Yu Yuphoria handset on Tuesday, Micromax subsidiary Yu Televentures also launched the YuFit fitness tracking band. It will be available at Rs. 999, and will go on sale in June. The company also unveiled another health-centric accessory called the HealthYu, which costs Rs. 4,999 and will go on sale in June as well.

At the price, the YuFit fitness tracking band takes on the Xiaomi Mi Band that was recently launched in India at the same price. However, it brings several features in addition, giving some stiff competition to the popular Chinese manufacturer. Connecting to smartphones via Bluetooth, it is compatible with both Android and iPhone smartphones.

As for the cassette-shaped HealthYu, the accessory will connect with smartphones via Bluetooth, and takes various health readings, with body vitals such as heart rate, ECG, respiration rate, blood pressure, blood oxygen saturation, and skin temperature.

Users will also be able to share their HealthYu readings with their doctor or family. The cassette is said to be small enough to fit in the user's pocket, and can provide several readings on a single charge.

Micromax subsidiary Yu Televentures launched the Yu Yuphoria smartphone, its next Cyanogen OS smartphone. .

For specifications, the Yu Yuphoria features a 5-inch HD (720x1280 pixels) TFT IPS display and sports third-generation Corning Gorilla Glass for protection. Sharma at the launch claimed that the screen to ratio on the Yuphoria is 74 percent. The Yuphoria runs Android 5.0 Lollipop-based Cyanogen OS 12 right out of the box..

The handset is powered by a 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 (MSM8916) processor coupled with 2GB of RAM and Adreno 306 GPU. It features 16GB of built-in storage.

The dual-SIM based Yuphoria supports 4G and features accelerometer, ambient, proximity, gyroscope, and e-compass. It sports an 8-megapixel rear camera with an f/2.2 lens and LED flash. while also featuring a 5-megapixel front camera with f/2.0 aperture. It is backed by a 2230mAh battery, and weighs 143 grams.

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It will be available on Amazon registration going on today at 5PM. sale start on 28 th MAY 2015 2PM.....

 The first INDIAN calorie counter a perfect companion for  your smart band. Launched a smart health fitness band they call as :" a lifestyle compnion" with OLED display ....can perform basic health fitness task....with YU FIT APp...

Xiaomi in its latest teaser has seemingly confirmed that there will be two new products revealed at its Thursday event.
The company shared a new teaser image on Facebook showing a couple of hands accompanied by an incomplete sentence, "_ is better than one." We expect the missing word is two in the sentence, which corroborates earlier leaks, and we can expect the successor to the Xiaomi Mi 4, the Mi 5, to launch alongside the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 at the event.
For specifications, the Mi 5 (also referred to as Mi 4S) smartphone is said to feature a 5.7-inch Quad-HD (1440x2560 pixels) display; a 64-bit Snapdragon 810 processor; 3GB of RAM, and a 20.7-megapixel rear camera. The most recent leaks (yesterdays benchmark leak) however, list a Snapdragon 801 processor.

The successor to the Xiaomi Redmi Note, on the other hand, is expected to feature a 5.7-inch full-HD display with a 2.5D glass screen; ab64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 (MSM8939) octa-core processor; 2GB of RAM; 16GB/32GB storage variants; a 13-megapixel rear camera; a 5-megapixel front camera; MIUI 6 based on Android 4.4 KitKat; dual-SIM support (Micro-SIMs), and a 3600mAh battery.

Late on Tuesday, a Chinese publication posted a bunch of images purportedly showing the alleged Mi 5 smartphone. In the leaked images, the Mi 5 was seen running a benchmark app, thought to be AnTuTu, showing a test score of the smartphone.

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Oppo, expanding its R1 smartphone series, has unveiled the Oppo R1C in China. The smartphone is a refreshed version of the Oppo R1S, and features some updated specifications.

Set to start shipping on January 20, the Oppo R1S is priced at CNY 2,499 (roughly Rs. 25,000). Availability details of the smartphone outside China are not yet known. Interested users can pre-order it from the company's online store.

The Android 4.4 KitKat-based Oppo R1C shares some specifications with the R1S, including a 5-inch HD (720x1280 pixels) display, 16GB of inbuilt storage, 13-megapixel rear camera and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. However, the RIC additionally features a sapphire glass panel and 4G connectivity.
the dual-SIM handset is powered by a 64-bit octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor clocked at 1.5GHz coupled with 2GB of RAM, in contrast to the R1S' 1.6GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 SoC with 1GB of RAM. With the support for expandable storage via microSD card (up to 128GB), the Oppo R1C's 13-megapixel rear camera uses a Sony IMX214 sensor with an f/2.0 aperture lens instead of the CMOS sensor in R1S. The battery capacity has also been slightly bumped from 2410mAh to 2420mAh. The device is 6.8mm thick.


Lately Oppo has made its mark in the smartphone market by launching its Oppo R5, which is currently the second slimmest handset in the world with 4.85mm thickness after the Vivo X5Max (4.75mm). The smartphone was launched in India last month at Rs. 29,990. The smartphone includes the same processor and camera specifications seen in the Oppo R1C.

Oppo R1C

• KEY SPECS
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Display

5.00-inch

Processor

1.5GHz

Front Camera

 5-megapixel

Resolution

 720x1280 pixels

RAM

 2GB

OS

 Android 4.4

Storage

16GB

Rear Camera

13-megapixel

Battery capacity

2420mAh

The newly  Nokia 215 is perfect for both first-time mobile phone buyers and those wanting a second phone.

1. The Nokia 215 is Internet-ready

As an entry-level phone you may think that the Nokia 215 doesn’t have any Internet capabilities. But it does.

That means that you can browse the Web using Bing Search or Opera Mini Browser, monitor the weather using the MSN Weather app, connect with your friends on the preinstalled Facebook and Messenger apps, and check out millions upon millions of tweets via Twitter.

2. Ready and charged when you need it

If you require a phone to stay charged for days at a time, the Nokia 215 Single SIM can last up to 29 days (almost a month) and the Nokia 215 Dual SIM can keep going for up to 21 days (three weeks). Imagine only charging your phone once a month!

3. One phone, two SIMs

Speaking of Dual SIM, the Nokia 215 Dual SIM variant means that if you have two SIM cards, you only need to carry one phone with you.

Why may you need two SIMs? Perhaps you use one for work purposes and the other for your personal line. Or, you have SIM for you and the other is for another member of your family. It all depends on your circumstances and needs.

4. Non-stop music

If you’re into music, the Nokia 215 includes an FM radio that you can play for up to 45 hours. That’s almost two days!

If you prefer to have more control over your tunes, the built-in MP3 player provides up to 50 hours of playback.

Do you know how many songs you can play in 50 hours? Well, if the average song is roughly 3 minutes long, you’d be able to listen to 1,000 songs in 50 hours.

5. Memory

Where can you store all those songs that you’re going to listen to hour after hour? The Nokia 215 has a MicroSD slot with support of up to 32 GB, that’s where.

6. Light up the night

Whether you’re searching for the door keys in your bag after a night out, trying to find the right path home in the middle of nowhere, or simply trying to read a book after a power outage, the Nokia 215’s handy built-in torch makes doing all of those things, and more, easier.

7. Designed to last

Like all of our previous (and future, of course) phones, the Nokia 215 is built to last.

Not only does the bright green, white, and black polycarbonate shell retain its color when scratched, the phone’s soft rubber keys are hardy and easy to use. The 215 simply feels great in the palm of your hand.

8. Simple sharing

Sharing is an important part of everyday life, and the Nokia 215 makes it easy to send content such as photos or contacts via Bluetooth 3.0 thanks to SLAM technology.

Just bring the two phones together to send or receive files.

9. Say cheese!

Even at the entry level, it’s possible to have a camera phone.

Take photos or record video of your friends, family, pets, landscapes, or absolutely anything else you can think of.

10. All of this for an affordable price

The Nokia 215 will cost just $29 before taxes and subsidies when it goes on sale, rolling out first in the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe in the first quarter of 2015.

What’s your favorite feature of the Nokia 215?

Microsoft India on Friday sent invites for an event scheduled on Wednesday, where it is expected to launch the first Microsoft-branded smartphone, the Lumia 535.
The invite sent by the company reads, "Five days to magic of triple 5." That, of course, is a pointer to the "5x5x5" Microsoft Lumia 535.

Last week, the company had unveiled the smartphone, saying, "the new Microsoft Lumia 535, our "5x5x5" smartphone package bringing a 5-inch screen, 5-megapixel front- and rear-facing camera, and free integrated Microsoft experiences (such as Skype and OneNote) to more people at an affordable price."

Both the Microsoft Lumia 535 and Lumia 535 Dual SIM come with identical specifications; except the latter features dual-SIM support. The smartphone runs Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Denim update and features a 5-inch IPS LCD display with a qHD (540x960 pixels) resolution and a pixel density of 220ppi. It also sports Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

The Lumia 535 is powered by a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 processor clocked at 1.2GHz alongside 1GB of RAM. There is 8GB of built-in storage that is further expandable via microSD card (up to 128GB). Much like other Lumia handsets, the Lumia 535 and Lumia 535 Dual SIM also get 15GB of free OneDrive cloud storage.

One of the highlight features of the Lumia 535 is the 5-megapixel front-facing camera, which is reminiscent of the Lumia 730 and Lumia 735.

Microsoft Lumia 535

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Display

5.00-inch

Processor

1.2GHz

Front Camera

 5-megapixel

Resolution

 540x960 pixels

RAM

 1GB

OS

 Windows 8.1

Storage

8GB

Rear Camera

5-megapixel

Battery capacity

1905mAh

Here's my Quick  tutorial showing on How to Install Android 4.4 KitKat On PC. .I Installed Android 4.4 for x86 on a Ubuntu machine, but nevertheless it should work for Windows and Mac too. Once Android 4.4 KitKat is Installed on your PC, you can Install & Run any of the ROOTED Android Apps such as Titanium Backup, WifiKill,Tasker etc.

Steps:
1. Download VirtualBox (Download Link Below)
2. Install the VirtualBox as shown in the video.
3. Download Android 4.4 ISO File. (Download Link Below)
4. Write the ISO file to the VirtualBox as shown in the video.
 Download Links:
 1. VirtualBox Download :
https://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads

2. Android 4.4 ISO Download:
http://goo.gl/s3Xtaa


IF ABOVE LINK IS BUSY THEN TRY THIS   http://www.android-x86.org/download

Yesterday Microsoft announced two new Windows Phone handsets – the Lumia 730/735 and the Lumia 830. These are new killer handsets in their respective categories, and we can't wait for you all to play with them. We had some great coverage yesterday, and you know more or less know all there is about the two devices. So we have to ask, are you planning on buying one?

Lumia 830

The Lumia 830 is the new affordable flagship from Microsoft. You'll find a 10 MP PureView camera, QI wireless charging, 5-inch 720p display and more all inside an affordable and thin package (8.5 mm!). Look for the Lumia 830 later this month at €330 ($433 USD). It'll come in orange, green, white and black, but you can swap out the rear panel for different color

• Windows Phone 8.1 Update with Lumia Denim
• 3G & DSDS RoW variant: GSM 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz; WCDMA 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz; Speed GSM: EGPRS/296kbps/236.8kbps; HSPA+: 21.1Mbps/5.76Mbps
• Memory: 1GB RAM, 16 GB internal user memory; 15 GB OneDrive cloud storage , micro SD expandable up to 128 GB
• Display: 5" HD AMOLED (1280 x 720, 16:9), 316 PPI, Curved glass (2.25D), ClearBlack, Super Sensitive Touch, High Brightness Mode, Sunlight readability enhancements
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (MSM8926) 1.6 GHz quad-core processor
• Primary camera: 10 MP Pureview technology ZEISS, f/1.9, Full HD video (1920 x 1080 @ 30fps), LED Flash.
• Secondary camera:  HD 0.9 MP wide angle (2596x1948) f/2.4, Nokia Camera, Nokia Storyteller, Nokia Creative Studio,
• Size: 138 x 65.5 x 7.7  mm, Weight: 140g
• Connectivity: NFC, A-GPS/GLONASS, BeiDou, WIFI 802.11 b/g/n, microUSB, BT 4.0 LE, Nano SIM
• Battery: Removable 2520 mAh battery, exchangeable shell
• Audio: 3.5 mm AV connector (AHJ), Dual microphone, FM Radio, Internet radio

Lumia 730 / Lumia 735

 Lumia 730 (dual SIM) and Lumia 735 (4G LTE single SIM). Selling for around 200 Euro later this month, the follow up to the Lumia 720 looks to be an impressive and fun Windows Phone.

Shipping with Lumia Denim and Windows Phone 8.1.1, the Lumia 730 features an impressive 5 MP front-facing camera in addition to a 6.7 MP rear camera with an ultra-low F/1.9 aperture. 

The Lumia 730 is a budget-friendly 'selfie' phone that comes in two variants – the dual-SIM Lumia 730 and the single SIM, but LTE-compatible, Lumia 735. You'll find an impressive 5 MP wide-angle front-facing camera in the Lumia 73x series. An ultra-low F/1.9 aperture helps make some seriously wonderful photos using the front camera.

Lumia 730/735 full specifications

• Windows Phone 8.1 Update with Lumia Denim
• 3G & DSDS RoW variant: GSM 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz; WCDMA 850 MHz, 900 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz; Speed GSM: EGPRS/296kbps/236.8kbps; HSPA+: 21.1Mbps/5.76Mbps
• Memory: 1GB RAM, 8 GB internal user memory; 15 GB OneDrive cloud storage , micro SD expandable up to 128 GB
• Display: 4.7" HD OLED (1280 x 720, 16:9), 316 PPI, Curved glass (2.25D), ClearBlack, SuperSensitive Touch, High Brightness Mode, Sunlight readability enhancements
• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (MSM8926) 1.2 GHz quad-core processor
• Primary camera: 6.7 MP FF ZEISS, f/1.9, Full HD video (1920 x 1080 @ 30fps), LED Flash.
• Secondary camera: Full HD 5 MP wide angle (2596x1948) f/2.4, Nokia Camera, Nokia Storyteller, Nokia Creative Studio, Lumia Selfie
• Size: 134.7 x 68.5 x 8.7 (volumetric) mm, Weight: 133g
• Connectivity: NFC, A-GPS/GLONASS, BeiDou, WIFI 802.11 b/g/n, microUSB, BT 4.0 LE, Micro SIM
• Battery: Removable 2220 mAh battery, exchangeable shell
• Audio: 3.5 mm AV connector (AHJ), Dual microphone, FM Radio, Internet radio

While our Windows Phones can be tremendous productivity devices, they are also fantastic entertainment devices. From watching movies, listening to your favorite music files or playing games your Windows Phone can help you pass the time.

This week's roundup we'll stray from the top rated lists in the Windows Phone Store and approach things from more of a personal angle by highlighting five current gaming titles on my Windows Phone. Games that I have found to be great time wasters.

As a bonus, most of these games can easily stand up to longer gaming sessions if you prefer.

2048 Plus

What I like? I like the simple gaming mechanics that are matched with challenging game play that tests your skills at strategy.

Rainbow Rapture

What I like? I like seeing how high you can send your cloud into the sky. The controls are uncomplicated with you tapping/holding the screen to have your cloud dive and release your hold to have your cloud jump. The trick is holding the screen while the cloud dives down a hill and release your hold to let the cloud ride its momentum into the sky.

Hungry Shark Evolution

What I like? I like the simple gaming concept. While there are several quests you can take on, if you are in the mood for mindless game play all you need to do is steer your shark around the depths of the ocean terrorizing swimmers, pelicans, other sharks, scuba divers and more.

Subway Surfers

What I like? It's the pace of the game that draws me to Subway Surfers. The mechanics are easy to pick up on and consist of a series of screen swipes (swipe left to go left, right to go right, up to jump, etc.) but the pace creates the challenge. Ducking, dodging and jumping through the train yard will keep you on your toes and the bonus items helps keep the game interesting.

Snap Attack

What I like? While the other games in this week's roundup will test your skills of timing, strategy and reflex Snap Attack challenges your brain. You do have the elements of speed but the game tests your knowledge of words (and proper spelling). I also like the 2.5 minute games that are well suited for short gaming spurts and the online competition.

(sourcce:http://www.wpcentral.com/my-top-time-waster-games-windows-phone)

Lumia Cyan is the third firmware update from Nokia's mobile division, now owned by Microsoft. Lumia Cyan is distributed in parallel with the Windows Phone 8.1 OS update, and provides the necessary drivers and APIs for specific Lumia devices. As such, it enables unique Lumia features like the PureView camera, Living Images and an updated Creative Studio editing app, in addition to optimizing the battery, performance, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, a revised Camera app and general telephony functions.

Other features of the Lumia Cyan update will be dependent upon specific hardware. For example, the Lumia 930, Lumia Icon, and Lumia 1520 are expected to receive SensorCore support for a built in pedometer and exercise features. Those three phones will also have new camera algorithms applied to improve the quality of photos.

Miracast support for select devices will also be facilitated with the Lumia Cyan update, allowing users to stream media and mirror their phones on Miracast compliant devices, like TVs and computers.

Lumia Cyan will let users set the ranges for brightness levels. For example, you can have your 'low' setting very low, or make the 'High' setting less intense.

Nokia Treasure Tag support will come with Lumia Cyan due to the inclusion of a revamped Bluetooth 4.0 LE stack. (Early adopters of the Windows Phone 8.1 Preview for Developers had Bluetooth 4.0 LE removed due to incompatibility issues).

Dolby Digital Plus recording ability, the first of its kind in mobile, is anticipated to be enabled in the Lumia 930, Lumia Icon and Lumia 1520, once again due to their unique hardware with newer Qualcomm chipsets.

The Lumia Cyan firmware update and Windows Phone 8.1 OS refresh began to roll-out over-the-air on June 25th, 2014, but only for the Lumia 925 in Finland and also in Argentina. The update will arrive for other phones throughout June, July and August, depending on the Lumia model, carrier (if applicable) and country/region.

Before starting the Lumia Cyan update, we recommend that you make enough space on your phone. Having about 1.5GB free phone memory will ensure that your software update goes smoothly. To check for available free space, go to Settings > storage check (storage sense). In the below Software Update FAQs you can find detailed instructions on how to clear up some space on your phone and other tips to help you, for example if you encounter an update error.

The Lumia Cyan update with Windows Phone 8.1 consists of two parts, and after the first update your phone will automatically check for updates again. Follow all the update prompts so that you don’t miss out on any of the goodies.

The long-awaited Nokia Lumia Amber update is rolling out for all Windows Phone 8-powered Nokia Lumia phones. The update is built on top of the WP8 GDR2 update from Microsoft, but has some exclusive features, developed by Nokia.
This includes a brand new camera app, the Smart Camera. This app launched with the Lumia 925 and will now be available to all other WP8 Lumia phones. The high-end devices – Lumia 920, 925 and 928 – will also get the Pro Camera app, which was introduced with the Lumia 1020.

Tips have been pouring in from Windows Phone Central readers across India that their Nokia Lumia 720s and 520s are getting notifications that the Amber update is now available. The Nokia support site also confirms that Amber has been approved is rolling out in India.

Nokia’s firmware update enables new features like flip to silence, Glance Screen and camera improvements. When coupled with Microsoft's GDR2 operating system update, users will also receive such features as Data Sense, FM Radio, default-camera selection, Lumia Color Profile, and Call/SMS filtering.

If you haven't seen an update notification on your phone already, you can go to Settings > Phone Update > Check For Updates to see if you can get it.


It's not just apps either – the Amber update brings better noise reduction, better color rendering, better exposure metering and improved autofocus to the whole WP8 range, while the Lumia 920 will also get its ISO setting ceiling pushed from 800 to 3,200.
The Nokia Lumia Amber update will allow you to install a number of cool apps, too (that are not themselves part of the update). The Nokia Video Trimmer and Nokia Video Upload will help you edit and share videos that you've captured with your Lumia phone.
The Nokia HERE suite can be updated, once Amber is installed. The new version allows for easier map updates, only downloading the changes in a map instead of downloading the whole thing (this saves time and data).

Nokia had previously planned to bring Amber to all of its devices by the end of September, which is drawing near. So far they have made steady progress, but with one week left, they are cutting it close.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4


Samsung Galaxy Note 4
As is customary, Samsung is expected to launch its next-generation Note phablet at IFA. The phablet is said to feature a 5.7-inch display, same as its predecessor Note 3, but with 2K resolution (1440x2560p).

Galaxy Note 4 is also expected to get a 20.7MP camera, a major jump from the 13MP camera of its predecessor. Just like Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy S5, the next top Samsung phablet will be able to record 4K (movie hall quality) videos.
2. Samsung Gear S



Samsung Gear S
Although Samsung has already announced its next-generation smartwatch Gear S, the watch will see its official unveiling at IFA. The Gear S sports a 2-inch curved display and offers features like Wi-Fi connectivity, pedestrian navigation and a built-in GPS. The device will run Samsung's Tizen operating system and not Android Wear.
Samsung has said the Gear S will start selling from October. Pricing details will be revealed during the event.
3. Motorola Moto X+1


Motorola Moto X+1
Motorola is expected to take the wraps off its new Moto X+1 smartphone on September 4, however, the device has already made numerous online appearances, courtesy leaks. The leaks reveal a design similar to Moto X complete with an optional wood finish back panel. It features a Motorola logo and a camera lens that has a circular ring enclosing it. The ring has two LEDs on opposite sides, which will reportedly act as the dual-LED flash.

According to rumours, the phone will come with a full-HD 5.2-inch display, a 12MP camera, a 2.5GHz quad-core processor, and 16GB internal storage.
4. Motorola Moto G2


Motorola Moto G2
Motorola is also expected to announce the successor to its Moto G smartphone. Going by the leaks, Moto G2 is said to sport a 5-inch display and narrower bezels compared to Moto G.

The phone will reportedly have an 8MP camera, front-facing stereo speakers and a microSD card slot. Rumours also suggest that the phone will have a 720p display, a 1.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 processor and 1GB of RAM, just like the original Moto G.

5. Motorola Moto 360


Motorola Moto 360
Although we've all seen Motorola's much talked about Moto 360 smartwatch, the company has still not revealed its pricing. Moto 360 is to be officially unveiled on September 4, with an expected price tag of $249.99. The Android Wear-powerd watch has a more conventional, round watchface, unlike the rectangular watchface of the Samsung and LG smartwatches.

The Moto 360 is rumoured to have a 1.5-inch backlit LCD display with 320x290p resolution and come with a stainless steel case, plastic case back, leather band and metal buckle. It will be powered by a Li-ion battery and run on a Texas Instruments processor. Moto 360 is said to feature a built-in pedometer and heart rate monitor and can withstand water damage up to 3.3-feet for a maximum of 30 minutes. According to rumours, Moto 360 will also feature wireless charging.

6. Sony Xperia Z3


Sony Xperia Z3
Just like last year's IFA, Sony is all set to unveil its new flagship phone, Xperia Z3 at IFA 2014. The phone has been spotted at Chinese certification agency TENNA's website.

The leaks point to a design similar to the current high-end Xperia devices. It is said that the phone will sport a 5.2-inch full-HD IPS LCD display and will be powered by a 2.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 quad-core processor, along with 3GB RAM. It's also rumoured to sport a 20.7MP rear camera with a Sony Exmor sensor, and a 2MP front-facing camera capable of shooting video in 1080p. The phone will be water resistant.

7. Asus ZenWatch

Asus ZenWatch
Taiwanese device maker Asus has also teased its ZenWatch Androud Wear smartwatch. The watch sports a new design which is a mix of circular and square shapes.

According to leaks, the ZenWatch will purportedly include a few more voice controls on top the ones that come preprogrammed into Android Wear. Supposedly the watch will also be able to function in some capacity even without pairing with a smartphone. A Taiwanese publication reports that the watch will come to market for less than $199 and will be available from October.
8. Lenovo Vibe X2

Lenovo Vibe X2
Chinese device maker Lenovo has already made news by taking a dig at Apple with its IFA press invite for the Vibe X2. The phone's leaked specifications suggest that it will feature high-end hardware.

The Lenovo Vibe X2 is expected to come in two variants, one powered by a MediaTek octa-core processor and the other one by a 2.2 GHz dual-core part. Both of the variants are expected to sport a 5-inch 1080p display, 2GB of RAM, 32GB internal storage, 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front-facing camera for selfies.
9. Nokia Lumia 730

Nokia Lumia 730
Nokia is also expected to unveil its much talked about Lumia 730 'selfie' phone at the IFA.

The phone is rumoured to target the 'selfie' market as it's expected to sport a 5MP front-facing camera. It is likely to sport a 4.7-inch HD ClearBlack display, a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon chip, 1GB RAM, a 6.7MP rear camera, and 8GB of storage with microSD support.

It's not the first time we've seen Xiaomi pull off an Apple-inspired design, so the look of the newest Xiaomi Mi 4 shouldn't be too surprising. For one, the recently announced Mi Pad borrowed elements of the iPad Mini and the iPhone 5C, while its Mi WiFi Mini router resembles the Apple Magic Trackpad.

The Mi 4, the company's new Android flagship phone, borrows its style heavily from the iPhone 5S, but the Chinese company has added its own touches to the design with a removable rear cover and a larger 5-inch display.

The 1,999RMB smartphone will be available in China for 1,999RMB (which converts to $320, £190, AU$345) for the 16GB model and 2,499RMB (which converts to $400, £235, AU$430) for the 64GB version at the end of the month, while the 4G version (TD-LTE, for China) will launch in September. There's no word yet on global availability.

Design and display
As mentioned, the Mi 4 takes a lot of design cues from the iPhone 5S. The stainless steel frame around the edges is similar to those on the iPhone, though the button placements are opposite each other. The phone looks completely different from the previous Mi 3 flagship, which looked more like a Nokia handset.

Specs and software
Internally, Xiaomi's Mi 4 comes packing what you'll find in most flagship phones. It's powered by a 2.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, has 3GB of RAM and comes with either 16GB or 64GB.

More importantly, Xiaomi has managed to squeeze a 3,080mAh battery into the phone's 6.7mm-slim frame, which should easily last you a day or more. There doesn't appear to be a microSD card slot, and the phone seems to still cater to the older large SIM cards.

On the rear is a 13-megapixel camera while there's a front 8-megapixel shooter for taking detailed selfie shots. The rear has a six-element lens while the front uses five-elements. Both cameras have a f1.8 aperture. Xiaomi also demoed an image refocusing capability similar to that found on the LG G3 and Samsung Galaxy S5.
The Mi 4 runs MIUI on top of Android KitKat (4.4.3), and is likely to be v5. While Xiaomi has announced a new upcoming v6 that will debut on August 16, the phone likely isn't running it as it will go on sale at the end of July in China. A quick check of the phone's MIUI version shows that it's running MIUI 4.7.20, but the last major release for v5 was 4.6.27 in June

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It's hard not to think of the phone as a clone of the iPhone, but Xiaomi has added its own touches. Instead of going with onscreen keys like some of the recent Android phones, the Mi 4 still keeps the old-school style of the back, home and menu buttons.

Chinese smartphone maker Oppo is soon going to launch Oppo N1 mini, the compact variant of its Oppo N1 smartphone, in the Indian market. Just like its bigger sibling, the N1 mini also sports a rotating camera. According to sources, the phone will be launched this month itself. Earlier today, Oppo also posted a teaser of the phone on its Twitter and Facebook pages. Oppo had launched the N1 mini in the Chinese market in June, pricing it at 2699 yuan(Rs 26,600 approximately). The phone sports a 5inch(720x1280p) display. It is powered by a 1.6GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 quad-core processor and 2GB RAM.

It sports a 13MP rotating camera lens with an LED flash. The camera is capable of taking 24MP pictures through the Ultra HD mode. The phone comes with 16GB internal storage but doesn't feature a microSD card slot for expansion. It has a 2140mAh battery. The phone runs Oppo's Color OS 1.4 based on Android Jelly Bean. In terms of connectivity, the phone supports 4G LTE, 3G, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. It's worth pointing out that Gionee also offers Elife E7 Mini, a smartphone that sports a similar rota