Royal Enfield has been working on the Royal Enfield Himalayan Tourer and could be launching it next year. [+more]
Royal Enfield Himalayan Tourer On Its Way; Might Release Next Year
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iPhone 7 Release Date: May Be Heavier And Thicker Than iPhone 6
With the fall season coming closer, expectation of Apple fans regarding the launch of a new iPhone is increasing steeply. Though several rumors and updates are pouring about the upcoming device every now and then, the reports that the phone might be a bit thicker have attracted the attention of many, reports Network World. iPhone 7 may get bigger and better After citing Engadget Japan, The Week recently published a report with a drawing of the upcoming iPhone. According to the reports, the new device is expected to be 7.1 mm thick, which means that it will be slightly thicker than that of the latest models, which records a thickness of 6.9 mm. Though the slight thickness will not make much difference for the users, it is expected that the weight will not be quite heavy compared to the latest models. Yet, a little rise in the weight is [+more]
Microsoft Lumia 640 XL To Release On June 26 With AT&T Contract
Microsoft Lumia 640 XL, one of the much hyped phones of the year will be finally out this month. Lumia 640XL release date announced Microsoft Lumia 640 XL, a premium smartphone model of Microsoft is scheduled to launch on June 26, with AT&T contract. As anticipated in several reports earlier, the model is priced at $250 off-contract. Yet, with AT&T Next contract, people can grab the handset at $0 down-payment. With 5.7-inches screen and some other appealing features, the new model is expected to give Microsoft a strong hold in the smartphone market, which is still dominated by Apple and Android phones, especially Samsung. Lumia 640XL features at a glance While a wide screen of 5.7-inches is one of the most attractive feature of Lumia 640XL, the screen has been made scratch-resistant with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 ClearBlack display. To make the display of the phone even more attractive, it [+more]
Facebook Messenger To Host Games
Facebook has decided to introduce games on Facebook messegner. The games would be available on the Facebook chat app. According to the reports, users can find the game by clicking the overflow menu of Messenger. Introducing the game is a great way to engage the users and is a positive move for the company. The First Game Is…. Doodle Draw is the first game made available on this platform and more games are expected to follow. According to the reports, the leading social network site which initially restricted their services to meme generators and GIF tools for content creation has now moved to gaming as well, which indicates that the company is interested in increasing their expanse to other apps as well. Who Are The Rivals? While the launch of Doodle Draw on the Facebook Messenger has brought a smile on the users face, it can be a reason of concern for the [+more]
Microsoft Lumia 940 To Feature 5.2” Screen With Microsoft Lumia 940 XL To Sport 5.7” Screen- Indicates Rumors
With the news of Microsoft planning to launch high-end Lumia smartphone, rumors are splurging the web every now and then, offering more clues on the expected features of the phones. While Lumia 940is reported to feature a 5.2-inches display, the larger variant Lumia 940 XL is expected to have a 5.7-inch display, says Winfuture, a German site, which claims to have obtained the report from close sources of Microsoft. Reports also state that both the phones will feature Quad HD resolution (2560×1440 pixels) even though there is a difference in the screen size. According to the reports, both models of Lumia will feature 20MP rear camera suported by Pure View technology along with a 5MP front camera. To make the smartphones a worthy possession, they are reported to offer 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, polycarbonate back cover and aluminum framing. Both the phones are speculated to have Microsoft USB Type-C [+more]
Windows 10 Update: Microsoft Hints At Revamped Start Menu And Live Tiles For Upcoming
Microsoft is laying its pitch for the Windows 10 launch perfectly before the release day in June. The latest OS preview, Build 10122 for PC has been officially released via Windows Insiders. Microsoft will revamp the OS so as to bring on alterations to the ‘Start’ menu and the Continuum. There are major changes set to occur on the Microsoft Edge browser and the settings for default apps as well. For all we know, expect more responsiveness from the start tabs. In case you own a tablet and use Windows 10 in Continuum mode, you could access the already famous Live Tiles after shriveling the left panel down. It seems that Microsoft is keen on polishing up and improving existing features for its latest Windows version instead of trying to add in an all new flavor. The previous technical Preview reveals a number of fixes and non-cluttered interface but the latest preview gives an [+more]
OnePlus Gets Cynogen 12 Update
OnePlus has finally received the Cyanogen OS 12 update after being stalled by few bugs. Despite the delay, we are happy with the OK One Plus spec that the update has added to the OnePlus now. It is now safe to manually or automatically update to Cynogen 12 or even remove the bug from Cynogen 11. Fans are going gaga over the new feature that is akin to the OK Google voice spec, besides activation functionality and a few more fixes. Besides the ‘OK ONEPLUS’ Voice addition, the top upgrades to expect are- Updation of Google Services to 7.3.29 Fixing of crashes of Messaging app during boot Fixing of failed OTA because of encryption Fixing on the Improve Theme engine Official reports reveal that the update from Cynogen 11 to Cynogen 12 was further delayed due to issues with themes and MMS on the One Plus. This was a sad news for OnePlus [+more]
Cyanogen CM12S Update To Launch Soon For Loyalists
Sure, OnePlus released their in-house operating system, the OxygenOS over the weekend to get over its Cyanogen stalemate. Cyanogen engaged in an exclusive contract with Micromax and pushed OnePlus to the corner. While many users are experimenting with the OxygenOS and testing it out, most are not impressed with the features and would like to stick to the earlier ROM. Luckily for them, Cyanogen’s Steve Kondik has said on Google+ that the ROM could release in a couple of days. In a reply to a post, he says, “It’s just as frustrating for us because we are in scramble mode and really want to ship our hard work. Hopefully we’ll get the signoff in the next day or two. We’ll immediately send the OTA as soon as we get that email”. If you have been planning to get the OxygenOS update for your OnePlus hadnset, you might want to hold it [+more]
Windows 10 Set to Arrive; Expectations Soar
With Windows 10 all set to arrive soon, expectations are already soaring. The new operating system from Microsoft will be an exciting mix of the old and new as it will have the elegance of Windows 7 and the best of Windows 8. Windows 10: a new beginning Microsoft always knew that Windows 8 had not gone well with users, hence the urge to come up with Windows 10. This version of Windows is being promoted by Microsoft as a unique innovation in recent times and technology enthusiasts are looking forward for the launch. Start menu The Start menu has been put forward in the front and on left side of Microsoft user interface. As this start menu opens, it splits into two columns, the traditional list and the app styled icons. The size and shape of start menu can also be manipulated by the user. Additionally, command prompting has [+more]
Best Gadgets of 2014: It’s a Smartphones vs Laptops War
The year 2014 saw the release of different new gadgets along with updates on several existing models. While some of them took away the market like storm, there were others, which failed to create any hype. When the year is coming to a close, it’s time to take a look at some of the best gadgets of 2014. LG G Flex deserves first mention not just for its price but also for the flexibility of the screen and self-healing back panel. This is the world’s first smartphone handset that can repair minor cuts and scratches on its own. It was one of the best smartphones of 2014. The year 2014 has been quite significant for Oppo as the company entered the Indian market with its smartphone N1. The rotating camera with 13MP capacity makes it a good choice for taking selfies as well as for making video calls. Sony Vaoi [+more]