Gmail Go for Android arrives at Google Play Store

Google has made another lite app available from its bandwagon of its Go Apps. Gmail Go is the newest app that has made it to the Play Store. The all Go apps is going to seamlessly work on both Standard Android and Android Go builds. Users having low end phones are mostly going to benefit from these Go apps.

The Gmail Go app is the slimmed down version of the mainstream Gmail Android App. It offers fewer functionalities, features and services at a single time but have advantage of running in low end environment. It will give you all the basic and mostly used features in your not so powerful hardware phone.
The app is not available for the devices running Android 8.0 or older versions. It is only compatible with Android 8.1 Oreo running devices. Well, users who want to download it can do it by sideloading it from the third party source link below.
Well, if you have device running on Android 8.1 Oreo can directly shoot up to the Google Play.
In developing nations, the Android Go is going to get popular due to potential of vast low end phone markets. Let’s wait and watch for the Android Go to launch with more devices.
Source: APKMirror

Asus X00PD, a Zenfone 5-series phone, leaked online

It is no longer a secret that Taiwanese manufacturer Asus is planning to introduce the Zenfone 5-series at this month’s Mobile World Congress. Now, the first real details about an Asus Zenfone 5-series phone have appeared online. Although we are still not sure of the final branding of this leaked smartphone, it will carry the model number Asus X00PD.

According to a report in German publication WinFuture, which has published the renders of X00PD, the smartphone is expected to feature a display of around 5.7-inches with 18:9 aspect ratio. As is clearly visible in renders embedded in this report, the X00PD phone will house a vertical dual-camera setup on the back with single LED flash and a fingerprint sensor. Additionally, the phone will a single front shooter, microUSB 2.0 port, and 3.5mm audio jack with bottom firing speaker.
The phone seems to be sporting a metal unibody design with SIM card slot(s) on the left and the volume rocker as well as power button on the right side.
In terms of the specifications, the Asus X00PD phone is reportedly going to pack 1.4GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor, 3GB of RAM and Android 8.0 Oreo with Zen UI.
No other details are known at this point, but with less than a month to go for the official unveiling, I am expecting to see more leaks in the coming weeks.

To remind you, Asus is likely to announce four to five Zenfone 5-series smartphones on February 27 with two of models carrying the Zenfone 5 Max and Zenfone 5 Lite monikers. It is possible that X00PD is the Zenfone 5 Lite phone, or a completely separate device.
The first and second generation Zenfone models were quite popular among consumers and were received very well. But because of the increased competition from the Chinese smartphone makers in the last couple of years, Asus has had a hard time selling Zenfone smartphones. So, Zenfone 5-series is going to be quite important for the company. 

LG G6 and LG Q6 get new colour options

LG is expanding the available colour options for its G6 and Q6 smartphones. The company on Tuesday announced that the G6 will get three new colours – Moroccan Blue, Lavender Violet, Raspberry Rose, and the Q6 will get two new colours – Moroccan Blue and Lavender Violet. LG had earlier released these colours on its V30 phone. 

The increase in the colour options takes the total number of colours available for LG G6 to eight, whereas Q6 will now be offered in a total of seven colours.
According to LG, the new colour options for both phones will first go on sale in South Korea, the company’s home market, in February, followed by release in other countries. The pricing of the new colours will be same as the existing variants.
“LG is focusing on producing smartphones that are both high quality and emotionally expressive. We want customers to be able to express their distinct personalities through LG’s unique and diverse range of color options,” said Park Hee-wook, VP and head of product planning for LG Mobile, in a statement.
To remind you, LG G6 was originally unveiled at last year’s Mobile World Congress in February and the Q6 debuted in July. Here is a quick recap of the specifications of both smartphones.

LG G6 full specifications

• 5.7-inch 18:9 FullVision display with 2880x1440p resolution
• 2.35GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 quad-core processor
• 13MP dual rear cameras, 5MP selfie camera
• 3300 mAh non-removable battery
• Android 7.0 Nougat operating system
• 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, microSD card slot
• IP68 water and dust resistance, fingerprint sensor
• USB Type C port, 4G VoLTE, Wifi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC
• Dimensions: 148.9mm x 71.9mm x 7.9mm; Weight: 163 grams

LG Q6 full specifications

• 5.5-inch 18:9 FullVision display  with 2160x1080p resolution
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor
• 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, microSD card slot
• 13MP rear camera with LED flash, 5MP front shooter
• 3,000mAh battery
• Android 7.1.1 Nougat operating system
• Dimensions: 142.5mm x 69.3mm x 8.1mm; Weight: 149 grams
• 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2

In related news, LG Italy recently revealed that the G6 will receive the Android Oreo update in the second quarter of this year.

How to connect OnePlus 5/5T with TV

OnePlus 5 was launched in 2017 and later in the year end was joined by 5T with some awesome features. But both have a small catch that they are just 5.5-inch which is a good size indeed but how about 40, 55, 65, 85 inches display? Here we are talking about your TVs, no matter whether they are smart or not. Today, we will let you know how to connect your OnePlus 5/5T with TV.

The device has a display of 1080p which we would say is fine but then again not very impressive. So if you are the one who loves to watch videos, play games etc on phone and want to play on the big screen. Screens like your TV, monitor or projector, then here’s a guide to connect your OnePlus 5/5T with TV.
W know most of the users know that it can be done, but how?, is the question. I faced the same dilemma. But don’t worry we are here to help you. Here, we will share with you three simple ways in which you can connect your OnePlus 5 to big screen i.e TV. Whether you have a wired or wireless TV  we are here for you.

Ways to connect OnePlus 5/5T with TV:

1. Android Miracast

One of the best way to mirror your OnePlus 5 device to your television screen. So be it your TV, projector or monitor you can use Miracast to connect it. Though the option of connecting Miracast is available in most of the latest TV’s, but if you don’t have the option then we have an answer to that too.
2. Fire TV stick or Amazon’s Fire TV
Now let us tell you how to cast your device.

1. You need to simply pull down the notification panel.
2. Then in the quick setting shade press the cast option.
3. You need to turn on the wireless display option by clicking the three dots.
4. Under the list of the devices you will get the option of your TV which you need to select.
5. And then you can simply mirror your screen.
6. There can also be a chance under the results option your dongle or TV does not appear.
7. Then you need to enable the mirroring mode on your TV or dongle.

Once done you will be able to enjoy over the big screen.

3. Option of HDMI, MHC or USB-C

We know this one is a much easy option. But the bad luck is that you guys can’t use it as this option isn’t supported on OnePlus 5. So you need to buy a wireless device through which you can cast your device. Not to worry guys if we get a solution we will be the first to update you. But for now you need a wireless device.

4. Chromecast

The best part about using Chromecast is that it is a Google branded device and is available and used across the world. The device is pretty stable too and it makes using Chromecast as the best option. There are other features too, supporting the views above. One such is that you once connected to Chromecast you can use your OnePlus 5 like a remote.
So if you want to watch a video on Youtube or a movie or show over Netflix then you just need to select the one on your device. Chromecast will directly play the video or movie on your TV through the internet. This feature cuts the role played by the phone as a middlemen.
You just need to simply download the Google Home app and set up the chromecast. And it’s done, so whenever you on the video you get the cast option just need to click it to mirror it.
Overall, I would suggest Chromecast is a good option and easy to use too. Though users can even prefer Miracast depending on the availability and choice.

How to change OnePlus 5 Font style and Font size

OnePlus the chinese smartphone maker has made a great name in the industry with it’s awesome features and quality. OnePlus launched about just in total 6 phones which have been better and fast every time. Today, Let’s see how to change OnePlus 5 font style in the guide below.

The device OnePlus 5 which was launched last year was not only a good looking one but also with some powerful features and fast processor. When it comes to camera it will click some real awesome and clear pictures. For this the camera of OnePlus uses 2 lenses which actually differentiates between you and the environment. This means the device will focus on you more than the surroundings. And well the device also has 8GB RAM, enough to run about number of apps in the background. This enhances the speed of the device. We also have OnePlus 5 Soft Gold review, showcasing its full potential.
Also check: Fix OnePlus 5 Issues: Adaptive brightness, MTP not working and Performance problems
Along with that wireless charging and Android Nougat 7.1.2 makes this device even more awesome. But nowadays along with these features we also love to design out smartphone with some pretty wallpapers, themes and font. These internal features give a daily new feel and refreshing feel about our device even if it is an year old.

Change OnePlus 5 font style

Here we will help you with how to change the OnePlus 5 font style as well as the size. And trust me it isn’t a difficult task.

1. First step is that you need to simply click on the menu button and then directly go to settings.
2. Once you enter the settings option, the next step is you need to go to the customisation. After the you will get the option of Fonts.

And if you are reading this you can follow the guide and do it now itself.
3. After you click on the font you will get couple of fonts to choose from:

• Roboto
• OnePlus Sans

You also have the option of selecting each of them and checking how will the font look. I know both of them are awesome ones. And we can’t select both of them so the best option is select the one you like the most.
And after sometime when you are bored of it, you can select the next one. Further, from Play Store you can change font from the set of apps which will help you change the font on OnePlus 5.
Also check: How to fix OnePlus 5 not turning on or booting issue

Change OnePlus 5 Font Size

Well, apart from changing the font style, you also have the option to change the size of the font. You just need to check it under the Font options in the settings under display.
You can change the font size and even preview it so you will get an idea the one you want to prefer.

• Head over to Settings
• Open Display tab
• Change the Font Size

And then you can select your favorite font style and even comment below and tell us which one is you liked the most. So others can try that and get a refreshing feeling.
If you want more customisation, you can flash custom ROM as we have picked some best custom Roms for OnePlus 5.
That’s it from the Guide to change OnePlus 5 Font.

Temple Run 2 crosses the 500 Million Download mark

Temple Run 2 crosses the 500 million download mark. Temple Run 2 is very popular game and it was launched back in January 2013.
After the launch of this app in Play store it becomes the fastest growing game. As it has been downloaded 50 million times in just 13 Days which is quite remarkable at that time.

Imangi Studios which developed this game still updating it with new features time to time. In Result Temple Run 2 is still very popular among the kids even now.
Temple Run redefined mobile gaming. In this game you have to do running, jumping, turning and sliding.
You have to Navigate perilous cliffs, zip lines, mines and forests as you try to escape with the cursed idol.
While doing that you will get Score and gems based on your performance.
Moreover, on the 5th anniversary update Temple Run 2 gets some new objectives and features go try those.

Hitman Sniper is free in Google Play Store [Deal]

Square Enix is offering the Hitman Sniper game for free in the Play Store for a limited period. You can grab the game from here. There is no word on how long this promotion is going to last, so if like sniper games, get it as soon as possible.
Hitman Sniper was originally released back in 2015 with a $4.99 price-tag and has since received multiple price-cuts. These days, it is sold for $0.99 in the US and just INR 30 in India.

Xiaomi rumoured to be working on Mi Mix 2s phone

When your fancy new smartphone doesn’t sell well, fix the issues and launch a new version in a matter of months. This seems to be the philosophy of the Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi right now. If rumours coming out of China are to be believed, the company is working on a new phone called Mi Mix 2s. As the name suggests, it will be a variant of the company’s much touted Mi Mix 2 phone.
Although it has been just over four months since Xiaomi unveiled the Mi Mix 2, the lacklustre reception to the phone seem to have forced the company to work on this new variant.
The reports suggest that Mi Mix 2s may make it début ahead of the next month’s Mobile World Congress.
No specifics are known at this point, but it is possible that Xiaomi will upgrade the processor from Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 in Mix 2 to Snapdragon 845 in Mix 2s. Additionally, the company is likely to include an upgraded camera sensor in the new phone because camera was one of the weak-points of the Mix 2. Other specifications of the Mi Mix 2 were quite decent, so I am not expecting any major changes in them.
To remind you, the Xiaomi’s Mi Mix-series includes the best of what the company has to offer to its consumers. The original Mi Mix smartphone was one of the first device to feature bare-minimum bezels.
Considering the specs of Mi Mix 2, here is what we may see in the Mi Mix 2s

• Operating system: Android 8.0 Oreo-based MIUI 9
• Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor
• 6 or 8GB of RAM, upto 256GB of internal storage
• 5.99-inch 1080×2160p IPS LCD
• USB Type-C port
• Fingerprint sensor

In related news, Xiaomi is also reportedly bringing Redmi Note 5 in the coming weeks. The phone will have two versions and it has already been certified in China. Contrary to earlier rumours that Redmi 5 Plus may be released as Redmi Note 5 outside China, the Note 5 is expected to be a completely new phone.

Xiaomi Mi A1 Android 8.0 Oreo update roll-out restarted

Xiaomi Mi A1 Android 8.0 Oreo update roll-out restarted Update (Jan 26): Xiaomi has restarted the Android Oreo update roll-out for the Mi A1 smartphone. You can go to settings > software update to look for the OTA update now. In addition to all the Oreo goodies, the update includes January Android security patches and the following fixes and improvements. Optimized audio parameters. No more “quick charge” on the lock-screen when charging. Performance optimizations from MIUI Fixed bluetooth power consumption issue and missing dialer icon Fixed camera connection issues and network problems Updated Feedback app Faster fingerprint unlocking Update (Jan 13, 2018): Xiaomi has suspended the roll-out of the Android Oreo update for Mi A1. It is expected to restart in the next few weeks. Update (Dec 31): Barely keeping its promise of providing the Android 8.0 Oreo update for Mi A1 before the end of this year, Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has released the final Oreo update for the smartphone. The update is now automatically reaching the Mi A1 owners over-the-air (OTA). As the software update are released in batches, it will take a few days in reaching all the consumers. “We’re ending the year with an O! #MiA1 users, stay tuned as we’re rolling out your long-awaited update in batches but make sure you’re already on the latest December update (7.12.19) to receive Android O!,” Xiaomi wrote in a tweet. The update is over 1107MB in size. The complete changelog is not available at this point, but you can expect to see the usual Oreo goodies like notification dots, autofill for passwords, picture-in-picture support, faster boot times, new emojis and more. Earlier (Dec 12): Mi A1 getting Android Oreo beta Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has released the Android 8.0 Oreo beta update for the select Mi A1 owners, who had signed up to be a beta tester. The update is rolling out now over-the-air (OTA) and will reach your Mi A1 unit if you had registered for the beta. You can read more about the Mi A1 beta update participation at this link. As per the reports on MIUI forums, the Oreo beta is over 1104MB in size.  If everything goes well, we will probably see the stable version roll-out before the end of this year. If you have already installed the Oreo beta on your phone, do let us know about the experience in the comments section. Also read: Best Android Oreo features To remind you, Mi A1 is Xiaomi’s first Android One smartphone. It was launched in September this year with Android 7.1 Nougat on-board. Apart from Oreo, the Mi A1 will receive at least one more major Android ‘release (Android P). It features a 5.5-inch full HD screen and is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 octa-core processor. It also packs 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, dual rear cameras with 12-megapixel wide-angle and 12-megapixel telephoto lens and 5MP selfie camera. In related news, Xiaomi India recently announced the first price-cut for Mi A1. The phone is now available at INR 13,999 in India. It is offered in Black, Gold and Rose Gold colour options.

Nokia 8 getting Android 8.1 beta update

After a successful roll-out of the Android 8.0 Oreo update in November last year for the Nokia 8 smartphone, HMD Global has released the beta of the Android 8.1 update for the phone. According to the company, the beta update is now available and can be installed by joining the Nokia beta labs.
If you are already a member of the Nokia beta labs, your phone will automatically receive the Android 8.1 beta OTA update notification.
“Be our guest as we serve Android Oreo 8.1 beta for Nokia 8. Updating your device today will enable a host of new features. And most importantly – the hamburger emoji fix with cheese now on top of the patty,” wrote Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global, in a tweet.
Last line of Juho’s statement takes a dig at the Android hamburger emoji episode, when someone pointed to Google CEO Sundar Pichai that the hamburger emoji on Android has cheese below the patty rather than on top of the patty. Pichai had replied that he will drop everything else and get right on that. The emoji fix was one of the changes introduced in Android 8.1 release.
Android 8.1 Oreo was announced in December, 2017 and includes a number of new APIs and other improvements. Among the consumer-facing changes, the update brings settings revamp, quick settings update, notification shade changes, final Oreo easter egg, and more. You can read the full list of changes in this report.
Nokia 8 was the first Nokia phone to get Android 8.0 and now, it seems to be all set to become the first Nokia to get Android 8.1 as well. The company has said that Nokia 2 will directly jump to Android 8.1 and the phone could be next in line to get the 8.1 update after Nokia 8. Among other Nokia Oreo updates, the company has already released the update for Nokia 6 (2018) and Nokia 7 phones. Nokia 6 (2017) and Nokia 5 are currently undergoing the beta testing and should be getting the final update soon.

How to add another email account in Gmail app

Every week now and then, we bring you number of How Tos. As for today, we are going to guide you on How to add another email account in Gmail app.

 

Gmail comes pre installed on all Android smartphones sold worldwide except in China where phones are void of Google services and apps. But, do you know that you can also add any another email account along with your Gmail account. Well, if you are not aware of that, then you are in the right place. In this article, we will guide you step by step to add another email account in Gmail app.

How to add another email account in Gmail app

• First of all open the Gmail app on your smartphone.
• Then, click on the options menu which is in the top right corner.
• After that, tap on the down arrow to reveal the add account option which you have to select next.

• Once you tap on the add account option, a new page will open displaying various email services.
• In our case, we are adding a Yahoo account.
• Once you select your preferred email service, the sign in page will open.
• Then, enter your credentials to sign into your account.

  

  

  

• Once you tap on sign in, your email service will prompt you to allow access to the Gmail app.
• There, select agree or whatever option your email service provide you to allow access to the Gmail app.
• After that, Gmail will prompt you to use Gmailify which brings the native Gmail features to your other email account.
• But, we are not going to use it, because it will consumes our Google account’s cloud storage.
• However, it is your choice to avail it or not.
• Once you are done with it, other page will open to select your sync settings.
• After making your selection, tap on next to proceed.

• Finally, Gmail will ask you to finalise your new added account
• That’s it, we have successfully added other email account in Gmail app.

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Android 8.1 developer preview released: What’s new

Google has unveiled a new version of Android in the form of Android 8.1 Oreo. It is a minor release, but still includes a number of under-the-hood changes as well as some feature upgrades.
According to the search giant, Android 8.1 is now available as a developer preview, so that the app developers can make their Android apps ready for the new Android version. The final release of the Android 8.1 will be available in December. It will start pushing out to Pixel and Nexus devices first, followed by devices from other manufacturers. However, a beta build of the 8.1 can be installed on the Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel C, Nexus 5X, and Nexus 6P devices right now. Google has already posted the factory images as well as OTA update files of the new version for these devices on its website. If you don’t want to go the manual way, you can enroll in the Android beta program and wait for the OTA update to automatically reach your phone. If you’re already a part of the beta program, there is no need to re-enroll.

What’s new in Android 8.1

Android 8.1 packs new features, developer APIs, latest optimizations, changes based on the consumer feedback, bug fixes and security patches.
Let’s start with the under-the-hood changes:

Memory optimization for Android Go

In order to provide a better experience on the Android Go configuration devices (with less than 1GB of RAM), Android 8.1 comes with a number of memory optimizations. The app developers will be able to provide different APKs in the same app for Android 8.1 devices with more than 1GB of RAM and devices with less than 1GB of RAM. Depending the signals in app, Play Store will also be highlight the APK version more apt for the particular Android device.
This should allow the app developers in bundling a lite version of their app within the main app, rather than publishing it as a separate app in the Play Store, as is the trend right now.

Neural Networks APIs

Google is also introducing a new Neural Networks API to allow the developers in better using the machine learning in their apps on Android devices. The new API enables hardware-accelerated inference operations on supported devices.

Autofill improvements

The search giant has improved how password managers and other apps use the Autofill framework, which was introduced in version 8.0.

Shared memory API

This new API lets apps allocate shared memory for faster access to common data. Apps can map anonymous shared memory and manage protection controls using this.

WallpaperColors API

This new API allows the Android apps to obtain the wallpaper colour on the device in order to possibly change the appearance of its own elements.
In addition to the above changes, the developers can also expect see updates related to EditText, Safe Browsing actions in webview, video thumbnail extractor, and fingerprint management in Android 8.1.
Coming to the visible changes:

Settings revamp

Google has tweaked the settings menu again in Android 8.1. It now includes a full search bar on the top to help users quickly find what they are looking for. Earlier, there used to be a search icon, but looks like most people missed that. The Moves menu has been renamed to Gestures in Languages and input. In addition, the ringtone selector will now use the full screen rather than appearing as a popup.

Quick settings and notification shade updates

Android 8.1 will show the battery levels of the connected Bluetooth devices right in the Quick Settings. Earlier the users needed to expand the quick settings toggle to see the level, but now it is right in the front.
Also, Google has made the notifications shade semi-transparent in version 8.1. So, rather than sporting a solid colour and hiding what is going on the screen behind that, it will now offer a little peek at whatever is going on in the background.

On-screen navigation buttons dim automatically

Android 8.1 will dim the software navigation buttons system-wide when they are not in use. This should avoid any distractions that these buttons may be causing the Android users.

‘Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep’ is gone

The option to keep or switch off Wi-Fi during sleep has been removed in the new Android version. It is unclear what the Android system will be doing by default in the absence of this setting, and how that would impact the battery life.

Updated Power menu comes to all devices

The new Pixel 2 phones were shipped with a new Power Menu, which rather than appearing in the middle of screen, showed on the right-edge near the power button placement. Now, the change is coming to all Android devices with Android 8.1 including the older Pixel and Nexus devices.

Oreo easter egg and Oreo icon in system notifications

Oreo has finally gotten a proper easter egg in Android 8.1 It replaces the the circular orange thing that was present in Android 8.0. You can check it out by going to Settings, then ‘About phone,’ then tapping a bunch of times on ‘Android version.’
Similarly, the system notifications will now show an Oreo icon rather than the circular thing.

Notifications sounds

In more notifications related changes, the Android apps can now only make a notification alert sound once per second. Alert sounds that exceed this rate aren’t queued and are lost.

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Xiaomi to launch a new selfie-focused phone in India

In a bid to further capitalise on its increasing popularity in the Indian market, Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has announced that it plans to unveil a new smartphone-series for the country. The company is hosting a press event on November 2, when it will be showcasing the first phone in the lineup.
Since the company claims that it is a new smartphone-series, there is little to speculate on what Xiaomi might be launching. However the press invite as well as teasers about the launch, all carry the hashtag ‘Your Best Selfie,’ suggesting that the new phone is going to be selfie-focussed. With the craze for selfie-centric phones in the country right now, it is not surprising that Xiaomi too wants to grab a pie of the lucrative market.
Industry insiders suggest that the upcoming Xiaomi phone will be a part of Redmi devices, making it an affordable smartphone, priced probably under INR 10K. The phone will most likely come with a 16MP wide-angle front camera with LED flash. Other specifications are a mystery at this point.
To remind you, Xiaomi currently offers six smartphone models in India with different storage and RAM variations. The upcoming smartphone will be the seventh model. Despite keeping a comparably small portfolio of smartphones, Xiaomi has seen great success in the country. It is currently the second biggest smartphone maker, just behind Samsung. Xiaomi recently revealed that it managed to sell record 4 million smartphones in the 30-days preceding Diwali.
Although Xiaomi started out as an online-only brand in the country, it realised that online-only strategy is not going to serve it for long in a market where the most smartphone sales still come from offline retailers. This realisation has led to the company’s increased focus on the offline sales, including building its own presence with Mi Home stores. The offline sales now account for over 20 percent of the company’s total shipments in the country.
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