Android 8.0 Oreo is now rolling out to all supported Pixel and Nexus devices across the globe

Android 8.0 Oreo is now rolling out to all supported Pixel and Nexus devices across the globe

last Monday, which is when the final version of it started going out to Pixel and Nexus devices enrolled in the Android Beta program. Yesterday, the same build of Oreo to and units it's sold. In the meantime, the Oreo update has been spotted arriving on many more carriers across the world, for supported Pixel and Nexus devices which are the Pixel and Pixel XL, , , , and . So at this point the rollout is pretty much hitting every device that Google's in charge of, software-wise. The company has also posted the usual factory images and OTA zip files for anyone to download (check out the Source links below). You can install the OTA zip if you're tired of waiting to receive the update through an actual over-the-air rollout. Though if you own a supported device and haven't yet seen a notification regarding the new software, it's best to first try and manually check by going to the relevant Settings menu. The build number is OPR6.170623.011 for Pixels and Pixel XLs on Bell, Telus, Telstra, T-Mobile, Sprint, US Cellular, and Rogers/Fido, and OPR6.170623.012 for every other carrier. The Nexus 6P gets the build ending in 013, but Google notes this is not for T-Mobile, US Cellular, or Fi but hasn't yet provided an alternative download. The Nexus 5X's build is 013 also, while the Pixel C gets 010 and the Nexus Player gets nothing at this point hopefully it won't be too long before the console sees its update too. | |

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iPhone 8: Gesture controls fully replace the home button, new report claims

iPhone 8: Gesture controls fully replace the home button, new report claims

The upcoming (or iPhone X, or iPhone Edition) that Apple might unveil at a will completely kill one of the most iconic features of all its predecessors: the home button. This has been a staple ever since the first iPhone launched ten years ago, but according to a new report the iPhone 8 will not have any semblance of such a button not even a software-rendered one. Instead, you'll use gestures to control the device and replace the multiple functions of the physical home button found on the other iPhones. A thin software bar will be found at the bottom of the screen. Dragging this up to the middle will unlock the phone. Inside an app, the same move opens the multitasking view, which has been redesigned to appear like a series of standalone cards that can be swiped through, versus the stack of cards on current iPhones. If you continue the upwards drag motion past the middle of the display, the app you're in will close and you'll be taken back to the home screen. The animation that accompanies this reportedly sucks the app back into its icon. The home screen will show six vertical rows of four apps, for a total of 24 icons on each page. Below these you'll have the dock, a grey bar at the bottom that shows commonly used apps. The interface of the dock is similar to what we've seen in iOS 11 on iPads. The notch area at the top of the screen, which houses the earpiece, front-facing camera, and various sensors, will not be 'hidden' in software by making the adjacent areas of the screen on its left and right black. As this is an OLED panel, using black there would have essentially made the notch disappear. Instead, apps that have non-black backgrounds will use those 'ears', as some Apple employees reportedly call the left and right sides. The status bar will be split into left and right areas, with the former displaying the time while the latter houses the cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity indicators and remaining battery capacity. The status bar will change based on the task at hand. This report confirms for the umpteenth time that the iPhone 8's display is flat and not curved like in Samsung's recent flagships. The handset's frame is said to be made from stainless steel, while the back will be glass just like the front. The steel frame has antenna bands on the corners for better wireless signal reception. The iPhone 8's dimensions are allegedly very similar to those of the , but it sports a screen that's marginally bigger than the one in the thanks to the near-invisible bezels on three sides (left, right, and bottom). The power button living on the right side will be longer than in previous Apple phones, in order to make pressing it easier while holding the device in one hand. |

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Archos unleashes more than half a dozen smartphones at IFA 2017

Archos unleashes more than half a dozen smartphones at IFA 2017

Archos is a French brand with announcements that often go under the radar. The company is at IFA 2017 in Berlin, and we cant miss the massive amount of new devices that the manufacturer is introducing. Archos is unveiling its incredibly cheap smartphone series Access along with just a bit more expensive Archos Core 50. The rugged Sense series welcomes a new smartphone and a new tablet while the star of the show is the Archos Diamond Alpha+ and its 10.1 slate sibling the Archos Diamond Tab. The Archos Access is offered in four different sizes with either 4, 4.5, 5 or 5.5 FWVGA screen. The processor comes with quad-core CPU and is coupled with 1 GB RAM and 8 GB storage. The pure simplicity brings a low price of 49.99 that goes as high as 79.99 for the 5.5 Access. Archos Core 50 has 5 IPS HD display and quad-core CPU underneath. There are two versions of this phone as well one with 2 GB RAM and 13 MP back/5 MP primary cameras and a cheaper for less than 100 that comes with only 1 GB RAM, 8 MP main snapper, and 2 MP front selfie cam. Since these devices are manufactured for basic users, they at least come with a colorful unibody. The Archos Access comes in black, blue or yellow, while the Archos Core 50 is dressed in either black, gray or red. The Archos Sense 47X comes as a water-, dustand bump-resistant device that goes for 129.99. For that price, you can get a 4.7 IPS HD screen, 1 GB RAM and 3,000 mAh battery. And all the durability, of course. The Archos Sense 101X also flies the affordable flag with a just 199.99 price tag. It has 10.1 screen and 2 GB RAM. The storage is 32 GB, but it is expandable with a microSD card. The battery capacity is 6,000 mAh, and according to Archos, it should withstand bad weather conditions. Archos may showcase plenty of affordable devices, but they also have an update to the flagship Diamond Alpha. Coming with the name Diamond Alpha+, the smartphone has 5.2 Full HD screen. The chipset is Snapdragon 653 (a slight update from the 652 that runs the Diamond Alpha), and there are 6 gigs of RAM inside. Priced at 399, the phone surely looks and feels high-end, but this is not a new device. Archos basically rebranded the that . The Archos Diamond Tab is a 10.1 tablet with impressive specs and a tempting price. There is six-core CPU coupled with Mali-T860 GPU on the Rockchip 3399 chipset. The memory combo is 4 GB RAM + 64 GB storage. This setup is built around the QHD+ display with 2560 x 1600 resolution for all the movie lovers. The battery of the tablet is 6,600 mAh. Buying this device would set you back just $299.99. All devices are available in Europe from October 2017.

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Huawei Pay might arrive in Europe

Huawei Pay might arrive in Europe

More than a year after the launch of Huawei Pay in China, the service might expand to Europe as well. The manufacturer filed for a trademark with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) of the name Huawei Pay and of an accompanying logo. According to a pdf at the EUIPO website that can be found in our Source link, the logo, and the name are referring to computer software and financial services, leading to the conclusion that the service may indeed arrive in Europe, instead of Huawei just securing a patent to protect the name of its in-house wallet. Huawei Pay is a limited service in China and works with a small list of banks but hopefully, this would change once its sets foot in the EU. For now, we can just hope the service is announced along with the . (pdf) | Via

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Moto X4 announcement imminent at IFA 2017

Moto X4 announcement imminent at IFA 2017

The has been in a holding pattern above the rumor mill until it was finally cleared to land on September 2. That was for a Philippines launch, but we may see the new mid-ranger here in Berlin too a Moto X4 booth has been spotted. IFA officially takes place between September 1 and 6, but most announcements are over before August ends. Still, by Saturday, most of the launch buzz would have settled and the X4 would hit the internet front pages without much competition. The phone is set to cost around $350 ($400 if you want more storage) and will be durable (IP68 waterproof) and long-lasting (Snapdragon 630 chipset and 3,000mAh battery). A dual camera on the rear is expected as well.

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Xiaomi confirms September 11 unveiling for Mi Mix 2

Xiaomi confirms September 11 unveiling for Mi Mix 2

The unveiling date for Xiaomi's upcoming smartphone has been officially confirmed. In a teaser image posted on Weibo, the Chinese company has revealed that the Mi Mix successor will be made official on September 11. Nothing else about the phone is officially confirmed at the moment, although rumors/leaks so far the device may come with a dual rear-camera setup. It's likely that bezels will be this time, and the handset is also said to offer . Talking of specs, have revealed details like Snapdragon 835 SoC, 6GB RAM, and Android 7.1.1 Nougat. The Mi Mix 2 is rumored to sport a 6.4-inch AMOLED display with a 2540x1440px resolution, and come in 128GB and 256GB storage options. Battery capacity is said to be 4,500mAh.

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Sony G8541 with 6.2-inch display and Android Oreo spotted in benchmarks

Sony G8541 with 6.2-inch display and Android Oreo spotted in benchmarks

A new Sony smartphone has been spotted in benchmarks. Listed as Sony G8541 on GFXBench, the device is powered by a Snapdragon SoC with octa-core, 2.4GHz processor, and sports a 6.2-inch Full HD display. As you'd notice, the listing also reveals a 12.3-inch display with 3,840 x 2,160 pixel resolution. It's possible that GFXBench messed up while calculating display-related info. If not, then it could be that the device will have a tablet variant as well. Anyway, moving on, RAM is 4GB, while internal memory is 128GB. The camera department is handled by an 18MP rear unit and a 12MP front shooter. The device runs Android 8.0 Oreo. |

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