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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.

Sony Xperia R1, R1 Plus launched in India, available Nov 10

Japanese tech giant Sony on Friday expanded its smartphone portfolio in India with the launch of two new Android phones. The new Sony Xperia R1 and R1 Plus phone have been made exclusively for the country and will even be manufactured by Foxconn locally in Andhra Pradesh.
According to Sony, the R1 and R1 Plus will be available beginning November 10 via Amazon, Flipkart and other major retailers in the country. The Sony Xperia R1 has been priced at INR 12,990, while the R1 Plus will cost INR 14,990. The pre-registrations for the phones will open later today at Amazon.in.
“Customer interest is exceedingly high in the smartphone category in India, particularly the mid-segment and we would like to leverage this demand with the launch of our mid-segment smartphones, Xperia R1 Plus and R1, exclusively for India,” said Kenichiro Hibi, Managing Director, Sony India in a statement.

Sony Xperia R1 and R1 Plus specifications

Both R1 and R1 Plus are exactly the same except the included RAM and internal storage. Sony Xperia R1 packs 2GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard storage and R1 Plus will come with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of onboard storage.
Among other specifications, the R1 and R1 Plus feature a 5.2-inch 720p HD screen in a boxy design, which has been a standard for Sony in the recent years. Thankfully, Sony is planning to go for a new look for the next year’s flagship models.
The phones have been powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 430 octa-core processor and pack a 2620mAh battery. There is a 13MP rear camera with LED flash as well as an 8MP selfie shooter in the R1 and R1 Plus phones as well.
In addition, you will get dual-SIM support, 4G VoLTE, and the usual set of connectivity options. On the software front, the R1 phones run on Android 7.1 Nougat, but like many other Sony smartphones, will be updated to Android 8.0 Oreo in the coming months.
Both smartphones will be offered in Black and Silver colours.

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Huawei Enjoy 7s leaked in full, could be announced on Dec 18

Chinese smartphone giant Huawei is gearing up to introduce a new mid-range Android smartphone called Enjoy 7s. Since most of the Enjoy-series phones are often released with different names outside China, you might not have heard about the Enjoy-lineup. Some of the past Enjoy-series phones are – Huawei Enjoy 7 Plus aka Huawei Y7 Prime and Huawei Enjoy 6s aka Huawei Nova Smart.
The Enjoy 7s, which carries the model number FIG-AL00, was first spotted in the database of Chinese telecom certification agency TENAA last month. Now, thanks to a number of leaks, we not only have a press render of the phone, but a couple of live images as well as the full specifications. The date present on the home-screen of the leaked render also suggests that the phone could be made official on December 18 in China.
As per the leaks, Huawei Enjoy 7s will sport a 5.65-inch FullView screen with 2160x1080p resolution. The phone will be powered by the company’s own Kirin 659 octa-core processor. In terms of the software, the Enjoy 7s will run on Android 8.0 Oreo with EMUI 8.0.
Additionally, the phone will pack a 3000 mAh battery, a microSD card slot dual rear cameras with 13MP and 2MP sensors and an 8MP selfie camera.

Huawei is expected to introduce two storage variant of the Enjoy 7s – one with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage and the other with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It will be offered in three colour choices – Gold, Blue and Black.
I am hoping to get details about the pricing on December 18. The company is unlikely to share the international release plans at the China event, but we might see the Enjoy 7s appear with some other name in rest of the Asia and Europe over the next few months.

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OnePlus 5T Star Wars edition now on sale in India at INR 38,999

Update (Dec 15): The OnePlus 5T Star Wars limited edition is now on sale in India via Amazon.in and OnePlus India store.
Update (Dec 14): OnePlus has finally shared the price of the OnePlus 5T Star Wars edition. It will retail at INR 38,999 and is only available with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The sales open at 00:01AM, December 15 at Amazon India and OnePlus India Store. The pricing is INR 1,000 more than the standard version of the OnePlus 5T (8GB RAM).
The company also stated that the Star Wars limited edition packs exclusive wallpapers and widgets and it will come with a Kylo Ren case in the box.
Update (Dec 6): OnePlus has now revealed that the OnePlus 5T Star Wars edition will also be coming to Finland, Denmark, and Sweden, along with India. The release date is these three markets is actually a day ahead of the India availability – December 14.
Update (Dec 4): OnePlus has now announced that the Star Wars edition of the OnePlus 5T will go on sale starting December 15 in India. It will be available via Amazon India, OnePlus website and OnePlus experience stores.
“Star Wars has enthralled generations with their masterful storytelling from a galaxy far, far away, with the best in technology and strong engagement with their fan community. Similarly, OnePlus too has a dedicated community that is deeply passionate about the best in technology, design and attention to detail. With this befitting association, OnePlus community will be able to thoroughly enjoy the legacy of both the brands,” OnePlus said in a statement.
The company is also hosting a press event in Mumbai on Dec 14 to officially launch the Star Wars edition.
Earlier (Dec 3): Days after introducing the Lava Red edition of OnePlus 5T in its home market, Chinese smartphone maker OnePlus has unveiled the Star Wars edition of the 5T at Bengaluru Comic Con.
The company hasn’t shared many details, but we do have an image of the phone, which you can check out on the top of the report. As you can see, the Star Wars edition of the OnePlus 5T sports a white back with Star Wars logo and the alert slider in red colour. Among other changes, you can expect to see Star Wars inspired theme on-board the phone and related merchandise in the retail box, but we are yet to get a confirmation.
~~The company has also not given any indication on when it will go on sale~~ (see update on top). Since it was showcased in India, we can expect the Indian availability. We expect to hear more information next week.
To remind you, OnePlus 5T was introduced last month at a press event in New York. It is only available in the Black colour option right now with the Red variant going on sale later this month in China.
It is offered in two storage variants – 6GB RAM with 64GB of internal storage for INR 32,999 and 8GB of RAM with 128GB of internal storage for INR 37,999. The phone can be ordered from Amazon India or OnePlus store in the country.

OnePlus 5T full specifications

Dimensions: 156.1x75x7.3mm; Weight: 162 grams; 80.5% screen-to-body ratio
6.01-inch AMOLED display with 18:9 aspect ratio, 401ppi, 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass and 2160x1080p resolution
Android 7.1.1 Nougat based HydrogenOS
2.45GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 octa-core processor with Adreno 540 GPU
6GB or 8GB of RAM, 64GB or 128GB of internal storage
3300 mAh non-removable battery with dash charge support
4G VoLTE, dual-SIM, dual-band Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC
Dual rear cameras with 16MP and 20MP sensors, f1.7 aperture
16MP selfie camera with f2.0 aperture
Fingerprint sensor, 3.5mm audio jack, Glonass

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Sony H8216 leaks online, packs Snapdragon 845 & dual camera

It seems Japanese smartphone maker Sony is preparing a pretty diverse smartphone lineup for 2018. Thanks to a number of leaks, we already know about three of the upcoming phones from the company and now, the details about a fourth smartphone – Sony H8216 – have appeared on Reddit. The phone was first spotted in a user agent profile (UAprof) on Sony website earlier this month.
A Redditor earlier today published the full specifications sheet of the Sony H8216, which revealed that it will sport a 5.48-inch screen with 1920x1080p resolution. It will be powered by the recently announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 octa-core processor.
Among other specifications, the H8216 will include 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage and a microSD card slot. On the imaging front, Sony is using a dual-camera setup on the back with two 12MP sensors and a 16MP selfie camera on front. Additionally, there will be a 3130 mAh battery with Quick Charge support, IP65/68 water and dust resistance and Android 8.0 Oreo in the phone.
The leaked dimensions of the phone – 148mm x 73.4mm x 7.4mm – are exactly the same as the 5.2-inch Sony Xperia XZ1, which could mean one of two things. Either these are just a placeholder or Sony has significantly reduced the bezels and has managed to fit a 5.5-inch screen in the body of a phone, which originally had a 5.2-inch screen.
There is no word on the pricing or a release date at this point. We will most likely be seeing the Sony H8216 at CES or MWC 2018 next year.
To remind you, apart from the H8216, Sony is also working on H4133, H4233 and H3213 smartphones. While the H4133 will have a 5.2-inch screen, the other two have 6-inch displays.
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