Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Google Nexus 6 now available at T-Mobile

Google Nexus 6

After a short delay, the Google Nexus 6 is now available for purchase on T-Mobile. The first Motorola built Nexus runs Android 5.0 Lollipop and offers flagship hardware, with a premium design but comes at a higher price than Nexus devices are known for.

Android One devices to receive Android 5.0 Lollipop next month

Android One

Google launched the Android One initiative as a way to bring affordable smartphones to users in emerging markets. Android One devices run on stock Android and are supposed to get quick updates to the latest version of the platform. While the Nexus series and Google Play Edition may be higher on Google's update priority, it looks the the Android One devices are next in line for Android 5.0 Lollipop.

Meizu MX4 Pro officially announced with QHD display, 20nm Exynos chip, 20.7MP camera, and fingerprint scanner

Meizu MX4 Pro

After months of speculation, the Meizu MX4 Pro was finally made official, as a more powerful variant of the Meizu MX4. The device design is mostly similar to the MX4 but is more powerful, with a slightly larger frame, bigger display and a redesigned home button which houses a fingerprint scanner.

Jolla Tablet announced with Sailfish OS 2.0, seeks crowdfunding

Jolla Tablet

Jolla recently revealed that they had something big planned this week. It turns out the company was planning their own tablet - which features a compact design, decent hardware and a reasonable price tag. It is known simply as the Jolla Tablet and runs the Sailfish operating system, which also powered the company's Jolla Smartphone, released about a year ago.

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

[Windows Phone app] Microsoft Health updated (1.3.1111.2)

Microsoft Health for Windows PhoneEarlier today, the Microsoft Band went on sale yet again for a limited time, with limited stock. Sadly the stock only lasted a few minutes, leaving customers frustrated during the checkout process. Fortunately existing Band users will find the companion app, Microsoft Health for Windows Phone has been updated to version 1.3.1111.2 with several bug fixes and improvements.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or by using the following link:

[iOS app] WhatsApp updated (2.11.14) with support to iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus

WhatsApp for iOS has been updated to version 2.11.14 which included support for the larger screens of the Apple iPhone 6 and Apple iPhone 6 Plus, along with the usual bug fixes and performance improvements. WhatsApp is a popular cross-platform messaging service, which was recently purchased by Facebook.

You can download the update directly on your iPhone through the Apple App Store or by using the following link:

T-Mobile announces free tablet offer, and BOGO MetroPCS smartphone deal

Alcatel OneTouch Pop 7Its the holiday season and T-Mobile is in the giving mood. The un-carrier has announced that it's going to give away free tablets and smartphones to its customers.

On November 21, existing T-Mobile customers can visit a participating stores and get the Alcatel ONETOUCH Pop 7 for $0 down and $0 payments. That means that the customer will only end up paying the sales tax on the device. The offer will be opened up to everyone on November 22.