Rohit KVN

Articles by Rohit KVN

I am a computer engineer by qualification, but my interest lies in gadgets, especially smartphones and chose to become a technology reporter at International Business Times, India, where I get numerous opportunities to check out new smartphones first hand before they hit the store. It gives me immense pleasure when people ask me help them choose good phone.

I cover product launches, software installation tutorials, how-to-fix issues, bug detection and hardware issues and others aspect of smartphones.

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Android 8.0 Oreo

HTC U11 Android Oreo release schedule update: Google mobile v8.0 OS development reaches final stage

HTC is in the final stage of Android Oreo development for flagship U11 series and if things go as planned, the company is expected to roll-out the firmware to the public en masse in coming weeks. Read more to know when exactly it is coming.

Oct 22, 2017

Google Android Instant Apps, Try it now, features, Android app developer subscription fee

Try it now! Android Instant Apps on Play store: Google lets you test-drive apps before installing it on phone

Google launched the new Android Instant Apps to offer subscribers to experience applications without having to fully download and install it on the smartphone.

Oct 20, 2017

Xiaomi, Android Nougat, MIUI 9, Redmi Note 4, Mi 6,

Xiaomi MIUI 9 stable ROM release update: Roll-out to commence anytime soon [Full list of eligible devices]

Xiaomi is expected to finally release the much-anticipated Android Nougat-based MIUI 9 stable ROM update to all the eligible Mi and Redmi series phones in a matter of weeks.

Oct 20, 2017

Google Play Protect, Android phones, malware apps

Google gets dead serious to weed out malwares from Play store: Starts HackerOne bounty program with big cash prize

Security experts can claim up to $1,000 (€846.20/Rs 65,030) from Google Play Security Reward Program, but people residing in US sanctioned regions such as Syria, North Korea, Sudan, Iran and Crimea, among others cannot participate.

Oct 20, 2017

HTC U11, India,launch,price, specifications, features

HTC confirms new U series mobile global launch next month; all you need to know about Android flagship

HTC has confirmed to launch the new U11 series phone in global markets. It is slated to be unveiled early next month in select international cities, including Taiwan.

Oct 20, 2017

Microsoft, Surface Book 2, launch, price, specifications

Microsoft Surface Book 2 debuts with new-gen Intel chips: Here's how it stacks up against predecessor

Microsoft's new Surface Book 2 comes with a truckload of improvements in terms of internal hardware and additional capabilities such as support for 3D gaming, mixed reality and more.

Oct 19, 2017

Xiaomi, Redmi Note 5, Geekbench, specifications, Snapdragon 617, Snapdragon 636

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 makes a stop at Geekbench: Will it come with Snapdragon 617 or 636 chipset?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 prototype test model appears on Geekbench, showing that the device will come with Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 octa-core, but it might not feature in the final product. Read more to know.

Oct 19, 2017

Nokia 7, specifications, HMD Global Oy, launch, price, availability

Nokia 8 too pricey for you? HMD Global Oy offers Nokia 7 with Bothie camera feature for much less

HMD Global Oy launched a brand new phone Nokia 7 with top-notch hardware but costs much less than Android flagship Nokia 8.

Oct 19, 2017

Apple iOS 11

iOS 11 Bug Alert: Serious glitch allows unauthorised access to photos on Apple iPhones

A serious security glitch has been detected in iOS 11 that allows unauthorised access to iPhone camera photo album.

Oct 19, 2017

Netflix recommends these Samsung, LG, Sony Smart LED TVs this Diwali to enjoy rich viewing experience

Netflix engineers have worked with Samsung, LG and Sony R&D team to offer best viewing experience on their respective Smart TV series.

Oct 18, 2017

Lenovo K8 Note as seen on the company's official website

THESE three Lenovo phones will get Android Oreo update, but have very long waiting time

Lenovo has announced to release Android Oreo for the K8, K8 Note and the K8 Plus, but will roll-out the update only in 2018.

Oct 18, 2017

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

Microsoft Windows 10 Fall Creators update released: Here's how to install in three simple steps

Microsoft Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is rolling out in phases, so it will take a few days to reach all corners, or else you can get it now by following these three simple steps.

Oct 18, 2017

New WhatsApp update brings Live Location sharing feature: Here's how to get started

WhatsApp Live Location features allow user to share their present area to let their loved ones know that he/she are safe.

Oct 18, 2017

Google, Android Oreo, features,

Nokia 8 tipped to skip Android 7.1.2 Nougat, directly get Oreo update

HMD Global Oy has reportedly decided to skip the Android v7.1.2 Nougat incremental update for Nokia 8, instead directly release Google's latest v8.0 Oreo to the flagship phone in coming weeks.

Oct 18, 2017

Motorola Moto X4 as seen on its website

Motorola Moto X4 gets India release date: Here's what you need to know about upcoming Android phone

After weeks of delay, Motorola finally confirmed to launch Android flagship Moto X4 in India in November second week.

Oct 17, 2017

Xiaomi Mi Max 2, review, image, performance, battery, display

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 goes out of stock in minutes in India; here's when you can buy Android flagship again

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 will come back on sale next week in India on Flipkart and the company's Mi Store for Rs 35,999.

Oct 17, 2017

HTC U11 Sapphire Blue

HTC U11 Plus tipped to debut next month; all you need to know about new Android flagship

HTC is expected to announce a new line of U11 series including U11 Plus and an Android One series-based U11 Life in Taiwan early next month.

Oct 17, 2017

Qualcomm, snapdragon 835,

Qualcomm Snapdragon X50 brings 5G cellular technology, a step closer to commercial smartphones [Video]

Qualcomm's newly launched Snapdragon X50 5G modem series will be made available in commercial smartphones around first half of 2019.

Oct 17, 2017

iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 7

Airtel Diwali Bonanza: GET Apple iPhone 7 series for just Rs 7,777 at new Online Store [Here's how to avail it]

As part of Project Next, Airtel has opened a new online store with a simple interface to offer telecom services and also sell Apple iPhone 7 series for as low as Rs. 7,777 in India.

Oct 17, 2017

Microsoft, Skype Lite, Ruuh, chatbot, Diwali-themed emoticons

Microsoft Skype Lite gets group video calling, Diwali emojis, AI chatbot; here's how to get started [Video]

Microsoft has released a new update to Skype Lite app and brings several value-added features.

Oct 16, 2017

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