Besides the long list of supported devices, the updated LineageOS 14.1 now are now available for more devices, such as LG G6, OnePlus 5, Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note Pro 12.2, Galaxy Tab E 9, Galaxy Tab E 8.0 LTE (Sprint), LG G Pad 7.0, Sony Xperia L, Xperia Z3+, Xperia ZR, Xperia ZL, Xperia Z, Xperia Tablet Z LTE, and Xperia Tablet Z. For your information, LineageOS (former CyanogenMod) is the most popular custom ROM and one of the main advantages of this ROM is that it updates many devices to the newer version of Android OS even before the manufacturer has officially made available....

OxygenOS Open Beta 23/14 brings new features to camera app, includes redesigned lift up display UI, quick index bar in contacts UI, new ‘Alarm calendar’ feature, as well as improvements in several areas. Also, the update includes latest security patches (August, 2017). Below are the full changelog of OxygenOS Open Beta 23/14 for OnePlus 3/3T: Camera: System: Phone: Gallery: Weather: Clock: Note that OxygenOS Open Beta 23/14 OTA update is available for those users who have signed up for the beta program....

OxygenOS 4.5.5 is a minor update (the OTA just weighs 59MB), but includes various fixes and optimizations for OnePlus 5. Users will get the OTA notification for the update in the coming days. Check it by going to Settings > About > System update > check for updates. Alternatively you can download and install OxygenOS 4.5.5 OTA or full firmware manually. Check out the below guide. OxygenOS 4.5.5 changelogs: OnePlus 5 users who prefer manual installation, here is how to download OxygenOS 4....

As you may know, Google has put support for two new sensors in Android 4.4 KitKat – the step detector and step counter. Both are optimized to work on hardware with low-power consumption and can be used for motion detection. This lightweight pedometer app is designed to be running all the time without having any impact on the battery life, because it uses the hardware step detector, which is already running even when not using any pedometer app – the result is low battery consumption....

Android P’s Private DNS mode (DNS over TLS) allows users to add their own private DNS. Recently, Cloudflare (cloudflare-dns.com) has launched its own ‘privacy-first’ consumer DNS resolver, which supports DNS over TLS. Here is how to setup a private DNS on Android P and use Cloudflare’s 1.1.1.1 DNS. Cloudflare claims that its DNS service is faster than the already popular OpenDNS and Google Public DNS. You can set up the new 1....

Thanks to LineageOS 16, the custom ROM brings the latest version of Android 9 Pie alongside stock UI and latest security patches to many old and new smartphones. The main advantage of LineageOS 16 is that it updates many old devices to the latest Android 9.0 Pie and features full customization, system-wide dark theme, better security and more. If you are the owner of one of the below listed Xiaomi devices, you can download the latest version of the operating system by clicking the links below....

Here is how you can port (transfer) your mobile number using the mobile number portability (MNP) in India. A mobile phone operator will charge a maximum of Rs. 19 for this process (Via – TimesOfIndia)

For your information, OnePlus One is a great phone that runs on the special edition of CyanogenMod 11S ROM. It brings some unique features that are not available on the standard version of CyanogenMod ROM. You can get these features on any phone by installing OnePlus One transformation kit. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Prerequisites: Please note that the kit works only on CyanogenMod 11 ROM. Also, your phone must be rooted. Before installing the kit, install the latest nightly build of CyanogenMod 11 ROM (download it from here)....

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is not a developer friendly device, as getting root on the device is not easy. However, there is a way to obtain root on it. if you have enough reason to unlock the bootloader, have TWRP custom recovery and get root access on your Redmi Note 4, then check out the guide below. Installing custom ROMs, customizing the device, strip off bloat apps, perform full backup of the phone, etc....

Check out the guide to know how to update LG G5 H850 to Android 7.0 Nougat manually. If you have not received the OTA notification for the Nougat update on your handset, check it by going to phone Settings > About device > Check for update. However, if you have any issue updating via OTA, you can flash the KDZ firmware manually on LG G5. Android 7.0 Nougat brings many new features to LG G5 to enhance user experience....

Vivo X70 series wallpapers are available for download for your phone. These wallpapers feature a 3D structure, and they are part of OriginOS 1.0 (Android 11). If you like the Vivo X70 Pro wallpapers, it is now available for download in QHD resolution for your phone. Vivo X70 Pro+ Specs and Features Vivo X70 Pro+ features a 120Hz 6.78-inch LTPO AMOLED panel (1440 x 3200 pixels resolution) with a punch-hole at the top-center for the front camera....

Welcome Home for Windows Phone is an application for Windows and Mac OS X from Markspace, which is designed to help new Lumia owners to transfer their contacts, calendars and other items hassle free. For apps, the Welcome Home application scans apps installed on old phone and make a list of recommended apps (identical or similar apps) with scannable QR codes for easy download. It is certainly a useful application for those who are considering moving their contacts, files and apps over to their new Lumia from their old phone, but holds back due to the strain it involves....

Wifi Protector runs a service on your Android phone that continuously monitors network-related parameters. If anything-abnormal behavior is detected, it will trigger an alarm. However, though, the detection works on all phones, protection and prevention works only on rooted phones. I think the app has its own importance, especially if you’re accessing the internet on a unsecured Wi-Fi hotspot, because, on a wifi network anyone who’s interested can see what you’re doing on the network, there are several tools for the same....

The new iOS7 will be available for iPhone 4 and above devices, iPad 2nd generation and above and 5th generation iPod touch. However, not all new features of iOS 7 will be available for all devices. See details below. While iTunes Radio available for all devices, features like AirDrop available only on iPhone 5, iPad 4 and iPod Touch 5th Generation only. Below table will give you an idea about it....

Microsoft has made dramatic changes to this new operating system’s looks and functions. Windows 8 features a Metro style grid of tiles that are arranged into customizable group, new Metro Start Screen with apps that work as tablet apps and display well on smaller screens with touch interfaces, Cloud integration, built-in PDF Reader and more. Windows 8 Consumer Preview works great on the same hardware that powers Windows 7. Below are the minimum requirements of hardware to install Windows 8 Consumer Preview....

Though nothing revealed about the Android version, in all the probability, the beta version might be based on the Android 9 Pie. Recently, the Chinese company rolled out August 2018 security update for Mi A2 and Mi A2 Lite with improved stability and performance optimization. If you own Xiaomi Mi A2 and your Mi community ranking is ‘Advanced Bunny’ (at least), then you can apply for the beta program. Interested users can apply for the beta test by going here....

The Android 8.0 Oreo update for Xiaomi Mi A1 comes with plenty of changes, revamped looks and Oreo native features like Picture-in-Picture mode, Adaptive icons, Notification Dots, Autofill Framework, Smart Text Selection, Instant Apps, Google Play Protect, New Emojis, quick boot, Background limits and much more. Also the update includes December 2017 security patch. As said above, to install the Oreo OTA update on Mi A1, it should be updated to build N2G47H....

What’s new in MIUI 12 (Android 11)? As you might expect, Xiaomi will add a host of new features and UI changes to the MIUI 12 (Android 11). According to a recent leak, the MIUI 12 will feature a new navigation bar, new gestures, new UI for camera, new icons, new notification system, improved privacy system, enhanced dark mode, new system health service, and more. As usual, not all the MIUI 12 builds are over Android 11, but newest Redmi and Xiaomi phones will get MIUI 12 Android 11 update....

Regarding ZenFone 4 Max ZC554KL Android 9 Pie update, the device will not receive an upgrade to the Android 9 Pie, but there is no official information yet. While the ZenFone 4 Pro, ZenFone Max (M1) and ZenFome Max Pro is expected to get the Android 9 Pie update in early 2019. The latest Asus ZenFone 4 Max ZC554KL_ WW_15.2016.1812.505 update features the following: If you did not receive the OTA update notification for the update yet, check it manually by going to Settings -> About – > System Update....

As usual, OnePlus announced the update on the official support forum along with details of new features and improvements. Other important changes of this update are better lock screen interface and improved sensitivity for screen rotation. OxygenOS Open Beta 14 and 6 for OnePlus 6 and 6T is now available via over the air. Open Beta 14 and 6 Changelog: [su_list icon=”icon: star”] LUpdated Android security patch to 2019.03 Improved lock screen interface Improved sensitivity for screen rotation Now able to select contact groups for sending SMS...