Microsoft will encourage social interactions in Windows Mixed Reality
Why it matters to you
Windows Mixed Reality headsets look set to be much more impactful than the costly Hololens, but only time will tell how successful a commercial launch will be.
Microsoft will be looking to shake off the gamer-focus of virtual reality with its Windows Mixed Reality platform by encouraging social interactions through users’ own “Cliff House.” The “home” setting that you’ll spawn into when you first enter Windows Mixed Reality will let you invite friends and hang out in future releases.
As much as reality-bending technology like the HTC Vive or Microsoft’s own Hololens have all the potential in the world for games, Microsoft is targeting new audiences with its Windows Mixed Reality (WMR) platform. At its recent WMR event, it showed off more of the Microsoft Cliff House, which users will spawn into. Making that a social hub is part of Microsoft’s ongoing plan.
Revealed at the show by Alex Kipman, researcher behind Microsoft’s Hololens headset, he said that the company’s recently acquired VR social platform, Altspace VR, might form a basis for that social transformation. He described it as a “good foundation” for the kind of interpersonal mixed reality platform Microsoft wants to build in the future.
He did make sure to head off any concerns that Altspace VR as it is would change following the purchase, though. “Altspace is going nowhere,” he said, claiming that everyone at Microsoft loved the community that Altspace had created over the past couple of years.
The name has started to appear in Microsoft branding and buzzwords though. In a follow-up statement, Kipman said (via Venturebeat):
“For me the killer app for mixed reality is Altspace communication, the communication fabric of being able to be with all the people you love in a family setting. Or as an employer, to be able to have my people be around the world in a physically present way without actually having to be physically present.”
That’s the social and office interaction that Microsoft wants to leverage with WMR. It wants to build a new generation of platforms and tools for those working remotely or from home, enabling them to work within a collected office environment, without the commute. He went on to describe Altspace and WMR as the “communication fabric,” for mixed reality (thanks, MSpowerUser).
That’s not to say Microsoft is forgetting about 2D though. One of the benefits of augmented reality over virtual reality is that a 2D app can be represented in a unique fashion in the real world. Microsoft will continue to support the development of 2D apps and Kipman said that it will support them across all platforms: Xbox, PC, Hololens and its mixed reality devices.
Microsoft will encourage social interactions in Windows Mixed Reality
Why it matters to you
Windows Mixed Reality headsets look set to be much more impactful than the costly Hololens, but only time will tell how successful a commercial launch will be.
Microsoft will be looking to shake off the gamer-focus of virtual reality with its Windows Mixed Reality platform by encouraging social interactions through users’ own “Cliff House.” The “home” setting that you’ll spawn into when you first enter Windows Mixed Reality will let you invite friends and hang out in future releases.
As much as reality-bending technology like the HTC Vive or Microsoft’s own Hololens have all the potential in the world for games, Microsoft is targeting new audiences with its Windows Mixed Reality (WMR) platform. At its recent WMR event, it showed off more of the Microsoft Cliff House, which users will spawn into. Making that a social hub is part of Microsoft’s ongoing plan.
Revealed at the show by Alex Kipman, researcher behind Microsoft’s Hololens headset, he said that the company’s recently acquired VR social platform, Altspace VR, might form a basis for that social transformation. He described it as a “good foundation” for the kind of interpersonal mixed reality platform Microsoft wants to build in the future.
He did make sure to head off any concerns that Altspace VR as it is would change following the purchase, though. “Altspace is going nowhere,” he said, claiming that everyone at Microsoft loved the community that Altspace had created over the past couple of years.
The name has started to appear in Microsoft branding and buzzwords though. In a follow-up statement, Kipman said (via Venturebeat):
“For me the killer app for mixed reality is Altspace communication, the communication fabric of being able to be with all the people you love in a family setting. Or as an employer, to be able to have my people be around the world in a physically present way without actually having to be physically present.”
That’s the social and office interaction that Microsoft wants to leverage with WMR. It wants to build a new generation of platforms and tools for those working remotely or from home, enabling them to work within a collected office environment, without the commute. He went on to describe Altspace and WMR as the “communication fabric,” for mixed reality (thanks, MSpowerUser).
That’s not to say Microsoft is forgetting about 2D though. One of the benefits of augmented reality over virtual reality is that a 2D app can be represented in a unique fashion in the real world. Microsoft will continue to support the development of 2D apps and Kipman said that it will support them across all platforms: Xbox, PC, Hololens and its mixed reality devices.
Best iOS app deals of the day! 6 paid iPhone apps for free for a limited time
Everyone likes Apple apps, but sometimes the best ones are a bit expensive. Now and then, developers put paid apps on sale for free for a limited time, but you have to snatch them up while you have the chance. Here are the latest and greatest iOS app deals available from the iOS App Store.
These apps normally cost money and this sale lasts for a limited time only. If you go to the App Store and it says the app costs money, that means the deal has expired and you will be charged.
Thanksgiving Wallpapers
Believe it or not, Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Get into the holiday spirit with this collection of Thanksgiving-themed wallpapers for your iPhone.
Available on:
iOS
Snap Markup
Snap Markup is a Markup photo tool. It can markup or annotate a photo with a range of shapes and send it anywhere. Snap Markup provides a number of shapes to help you tailor your map.
Available on:
iOS
iPano
This panorama viewer promises to give you a top notch experience. View QuickTime VR files, including objects, all in equirectangular 360 degrees.
Available on:
iOS
Cardiograph Classic
Cardiograph is an application which measures your heart rate. You can save your results for future reference, keep track of multiple people with individual profiles, add notes and locations, and more.
Available on:
iOS
myPref
Designed by behavioral experts, myPref is a convenient, efficient way to to determine preferences. Up-to-date preferences are vital to the effectiveness of any behaviorally based program, and myPref makes performing these assessments easy and accurate.
Available on:
iOS
Ukulele Tuner Pro
Tune your ukulele with precision and ease, all within seconds. This app features 11 tunings for soprano, tenor, concert, and baritone ukuleles.
Available on:
iOS
8 easy ways for you to transfer photos from an Android phone to a PC
Smartphones are now responsible for the majority of photos that are taken. The downside is that these photos, collectively over time, take up a lot of room. Throw in videos, time-lapses, burst shots, snaps, and uncompressed RAW files, and you can easily fill up a 16GB device. Users don’t always edit, back up, or delete their photos, turning their phones into digital graveyards. If you want to archive your photos to use later, then you want to make sure you know how to transfer photos from an Android phone to a PC.
It will not only free up space, but you can store them safely for future viewing. There are several methods to transfer photos from your Android phone to your computer, and they are all easy — so make your choice and start snapping.
USB
One of the best features of the Android operating system is its mostly unfettered access to the file system. The fact that you can simply plug your phone into your computer using the included USB cable makes it easy to download any and all images and drag them into any desktop app or your file system for safekeeping. We think this is the easiest, fool-proof method, and the only downside is that you need a computer handy.
If you’re using Windows, the USB connection auto-prompts will present you with options for managing the device as soon as it’s connected. If you’re on a Mac, there are a few options, one being the Android File Transfer program. We have a handy guide for transferring any type of file from your Android phone to your Mac.
Google Drive
Google Drive’s backup service is by far the simplest method for both backing up your photos and subsequently getting off your Android phone. The service comes standard on almost all Android phones and works quietly in the background, uploading your files to your Google Drive for easy access on other devices. Synced photos are stored privately, too, meaning you don’t have to worry about any embarrassing photos winding up in the wrong hands, but they’re easily and quickly accessible from within your Google drive.
Enabling Google Drive’s backup options is simple. In the app, press the menu button or icon, then open the settings menu. Here, you can set the auto backup to be on or off, as well as change the settings that correspond to it. In order to access and download your synced photos, open your Google Drive. Your photos are stored in a private folder labeled “Google Photos.” Open that folder, and you can browse and download your photos directly to your desktop.
If you don’t want to enable syncing, you can also upload individual files from your phone to your drive. Open your phone’s photo gallery, open a picture, then tap the “Share” button. From there, you will be able to select from multiple sharing option. Tap the Google Drive icon, and the files will be uploaded. Once uploaded, the picture can be accessed via Google Drive. Keep in mind, however, that any files uploaded to your Google Drive will take up your allotted storage space. Therefore, you may want to periodically clean out your drive or opt for a more robust storage plan.
In July, Google announced that it’s transitioning from Google Drive and Google Photos to Backup and Sync. It’s all a bit confusing but basically, if you use the Google Drive app on your Mac or Windows PC, then you want to download Google’s Backup and Sync app before December 11 when the company discontinues Drive. If you’re like most people and access Google Drive via your web browser when you’re on your computer, then this change doesn’t affect you.
Google Photos
Google Photos works in a similar fashion to Google Drive; in fact, the user interface and experience is nearly identical because both share Google’s Material Design language. Of course, Google Photos is strictly for stowing photos and videos, while Google Drive handles all types of files. But Google Photos offers an array of useful tools that allow you to edit and share your creations, or automatically group photos and videos into collections. The service can also cast content to a Chromecast, keeps your photos private unless specified, and performs smart searches using machine learning. The “assistant” can even create fun projects with your images, such as slideshows, collages, panoramas, and animations. Best of all, you can access your photos from almost any device — not just those running Android.
If your utmost concern is backing up images, then Google Photos might be the better solution. It’s free, storage is unlimited, and, unlike Google Drive, it doesn’t impact your allotted amount of free storage. Google has also recently improved performance, meaning Photos is now twice as fast. However, there is a catch.
The service supports only JPEG photos up to 16 megapixels in size, and Full HD (1080p) videos. That’s fine for the majority of users, but if you have a phone that shoots RAW or 4K, you either have to let Google Photos downsample those files or save it to your Google Drive account. But, for the time being, few of us have smartphones that exceed those specs.
Google Photos is also simple to set up and use. Once you connect it to your Google ID, the app will upload any new content automatically. Make sure you set Google Photos to only sync when your phone is on a Wi-Fi network, however, which can be done by accessing the Settings menu in the top-right corner of the app. Otherwise, it will use your cellular data plan.
MicroSD cards
Unlike the iPhone, many Android devices let you expand storage via a MicroSD card. With a large-capacity card inserted, you could set supported photo apps to save content directly to the card instead of your phone’s internal storage. This is particularly useful if you purchased a 16GB or 32GB device, which, if you’re an avid shooter, will fill up in no time. Save the internal memory for applications — use the MicroSD card for storage. But remember, don’t leave the photos sitting on the card – transfer them to your computer. Check out our guide on using MicroSD cards on Android devices.
What if your Android device lacks support for MicroSD? In this case, the Leef Access MicroSD reader is awesome for transferring photos between devices while expanding the storage space on your phone. The tiny dongle plugs into your phone’s Micro USB port, while the other end functions as a MicroSD card reader and a slot for secondary storage. Once a card is inserted, you can use most file management apps to copy photos (or any files, for that matter) to the card. If you use a high-speed MicroSD card, the transfer process from phone to the card is relatively quick. You could also use USB On-the-Go; read more in the section of this article on External Storage.
Dropbox
Like Google Drive, another option is the popular Dropbox app for Android, a free utility that automatically syncs files and photos with the cloud-based server, so you can easily access them anywhere. The Dropbox App is available via the Google Play store.
Once you’ve downloaded the Dropbox app, you have to either log in to your existing account or make a new one. Either in settings or at the top of the photos and media tab, select “Turn on camera upload” to access the settings that govern what photos get backed up automatically, and whether you want them backed up on cellular data or only over Wi-Fi.
Microsoft’s One Drive is another similar option to consider.
Mylio
A group of former Microsoft engineers, who just so happen to be photo enthusiasts, got together and created Mylio. Billed as a “memory organizer,” the service lets mobile users back up their photos — up to 500,000 — for free. Mylio lets you sync up to 12 Android or iOS devices, and offers in-device photo editing, along with the ability to work with JPEG, TIFF, PNG, and RAW files. The concept behind Mylio is similar to Google Photos, but while the latter targets casual photographers, Mylio seems to skew toward more enthusiasts. We think Google Photos offers more features for everyday shooting, but if you work with high-quality files, Mylio is a great companion to Google Photos.
Email and sharing
It isn’t the most elegant solution, but if you only need to transfer over an image or two, and you only do it sporadically, then you can easily use your email. Depending on your email provider, the exact process may vary, but it’s a simple process no matter which app you use. Compose a new email, and enter your email address as the recipient.
Tap on the menu button to bring up a context menu, and then select “Attach file” to add a picture to your email, or if you’re in Gmail, you can capture a photo right from that menu.
Send the email, and a few short minutes later you will see the email pop up in your inbox for you to open from another phone or your computer. Note that you are sending a large file and some email services have a limit on the file size you can send.
You can also share a photo to other services, like Facebook, Google Drive, Instagram, and Twitter by sharing. Pull up the photo you wish to share, then tap the “Share” button. From there, you will be prompted to select which app you wish to use to share the picture. Depending on which app you choose, the picture will be emailed, posted, or uploaded.
External storage
Sometimes, nothing else will do besides a reliable external storage device. As connectivity in smartphones increases, so do your options for connecting to different storage methods.
One nice thing about Android is its support for external storage, which owes much to a USB protocol called USB On-the-Go (OTG). You can plug in a standard external USB hard drive — the kind you’d use with a laptop or desktop machine — and add a ton of storage for offloading photos and videos, particularly 4K and RAW files. You will need a USB OTG-to-Micro USB adapter, however. Also, keep in mind that not all Android devices support USB OTG; to find out if yours does, use the Easy OTG Checker app.
If your phone doesn’t support USB OTG, another useful option is a portable flash drive (aka a thumbdrive) that is designed to connect directly to a phone via the Micro USB or USB Type-C port. These products include Leef’s Bridge 3.0 Mobile USB drive, SanDisk’s Ultra Dual Drive m3.0 or Ultra USB Type-C Flash Drive.
Taking a ton of photos? Western Digital’s My Passport Wireless Pro packs tons of storage, wireless connectivity, and portability into a single package. With Wi-Fi, you can connect your Android device to the drive (via the WD My Cloud app) and easily copy photos over. There’s a built-in SD card slot, too, which allows you to back up the photos from your digital camera without a computer.
WD MyPassport Wireless Pro
Update: Updated information for relevance and accuracy.
8 easy ways for you to transfer photos from an Android phone to a PC
Smartphones are now responsible for the majority of photos that are taken. The downside is that these photos, collectively over time, take up a lot of room. Throw in videos, time-lapses, burst shots, snaps, and uncompressed RAW files, and you can easily fill up a 16GB device. Users don’t always edit, back up, or delete their photos, turning their phones into digital graveyards. If you want to archive your photos to use later, then you want to make sure you know how to transfer photos from an Android phone to a PC.
It will not only free up space, but you can store them safely for future viewing. There are several methods to transfer photos from your Android phone to your computer, and they are all easy — so make your choice and start snapping.
USB
One of the best features of the Android operating system is its mostly unfettered access to the file system. The fact that you can simply plug your phone into your computer using the included USB cable makes it easy to download any and all images and drag them into any desktop app or your file system for safekeeping. We think this is the easiest, fool-proof method, and the only downside is that you need a computer handy.
If you’re using Windows, the USB connection auto-prompts will present you with options for managing the device as soon as it’s connected. If you’re on a Mac, there are a few options, one being the Android File Transfer program. We have a handy guide for transferring any type of file from your Android phone to your Mac.
Google Drive
Google Drive’s backup service is by far the simplest method for both backing up your photos and subsequently getting off your Android phone. The service comes standard on almost all Android phones and works quietly in the background, uploading your files to your Google Drive for easy access on other devices. Synced photos are stored privately, too, meaning you don’t have to worry about any embarrassing photos winding up in the wrong hands, but they’re easily and quickly accessible from within your Google drive.
Enabling Google Drive’s backup options is simple. In the app, press the menu button or icon, then open the settings menu. Here, you can set the auto backup to be on or off, as well as change the settings that correspond to it. In order to access and download your synced photos, open your Google Drive. Your photos are stored in a private folder labeled “Google Photos.” Open that folder, and you can browse and download your photos directly to your desktop.
If you don’t want to enable syncing, you can also upload individual files from your phone to your drive. Open your phone’s photo gallery, open a picture, then tap the “Share” button. From there, you will be able to select from multiple sharing option. Tap the Google Drive icon, and the files will be uploaded. Once uploaded, the picture can be accessed via Google Drive. Keep in mind, however, that any files uploaded to your Google Drive will take up your allotted storage space. Therefore, you may want to periodically clean out your drive or opt for a more robust storage plan.
In July, Google announced that it’s transitioning from Google Drive and Google Photos to Backup and Sync. It’s all a bit confusing but basically, if you use the Google Drive app on your Mac or Windows PC, then you want to download Google’s Backup and Sync app before December 11 when the company discontinues Drive. If you’re like most people and access Google Drive via your web browser when you’re on your computer, then this change doesn’t affect you.
Google Photos
Google Photos works in a similar fashion to Google Drive; in fact, the user interface and experience is nearly identical because both share Google’s Material Design language. Of course, Google Photos is strictly for stowing photos and videos, while Google Drive handles all types of files. But Google Photos offers an array of useful tools that allow you to edit and share your creations, or automatically group photos and videos into collections. The service can also cast content to a Chromecast, keeps your photos private unless specified, and performs smart searches using machine learning. The “assistant” can even create fun projects with your images, such as slideshows, collages, panoramas, and animations. Best of all, you can access your photos from almost any device — not just those running Android.
If your utmost concern is backing up images, then Google Photos might be the better solution. It’s free, storage is unlimited, and, unlike Google Drive, it doesn’t impact your allotted amount of free storage. Google has also recently improved performance, meaning Photos is now twice as fast. However, there is a catch.
The service supports only JPEG photos up to 16 megapixels in size, and Full HD (1080p) videos. That’s fine for the majority of users, but if you have a phone that shoots RAW or 4K, you either have to let Google Photos downsample those files or save it to your Google Drive account. But, for the time being, few of us have smartphones that exceed those specs.
Google Photos is also simple to set up and use. Once you connect it to your Google ID, the app will upload any new content automatically. Make sure you set Google Photos to only sync when your phone is on a Wi-Fi network, however, which can be done by accessing the Settings menu in the top-right corner of the app. Otherwise, it will use your cellular data plan.
MicroSD cards
Unlike the iPhone, many Android devices let you expand storage via a MicroSD card. With a large-capacity card inserted, you could set supported photo apps to save content directly to the card instead of your phone’s internal storage. This is particularly useful if you purchased a 16GB or 32GB device, which, if you’re an avid shooter, will fill up in no time. Save the internal memory for applications — use the MicroSD card for storage. But remember, don’t leave the photos sitting on the card – transfer them to your computer. Check out our guide on using MicroSD cards on Android devices.
What if your Android device lacks support for MicroSD? In this case, the Leef Access MicroSD reader is awesome for transferring photos between devices while expanding the storage space on your phone. The tiny dongle plugs into your phone’s Micro USB port, while the other end functions as a MicroSD card reader and a slot for secondary storage. Once a card is inserted, you can use most file management apps to copy photos (or any files, for that matter) to the card. If you use a high-speed MicroSD card, the transfer process from phone to the card is relatively quick. You could also use USB On-the-Go; read more in the section of this article on External Storage.
Dropbox
Like Google Drive, another option is the popular Dropbox app for Android, a free utility that automatically syncs files and photos with the cloud-based server, so you can easily access them anywhere. The Dropbox App is available via the Google Play store.
Once you’ve downloaded the Dropbox app, you have to either log in to your existing account or make a new one. Either in settings or at the top of the photos and media tab, select “Turn on camera upload” to access the settings that govern what photos get backed up automatically, and whether you want them backed up on cellular data or only over Wi-Fi.
Microsoft’s One Drive is another similar option to consider.
Mylio
A group of former Microsoft engineers, who just so happen to be photo enthusiasts, got together and created Mylio. Billed as a “memory organizer,” the service lets mobile users back up their photos — up to 500,000 — for free. Mylio lets you sync up to 12 Android or iOS devices, and offers in-device photo editing, along with the ability to work with JPEG, TIFF, PNG, and RAW files. The concept behind Mylio is similar to Google Photos, but while the latter targets casual photographers, Mylio seems to skew toward more enthusiasts. We think Google Photos offers more features for everyday shooting, but if you work with high-quality files, Mylio is a great companion to Google Photos.
Email and sharing
It isn’t the most elegant solution, but if you only need to transfer over an image or two, and you only do it sporadically, then you can easily use your email. Depending on your email provider, the exact process may vary, but it’s a simple process no matter which app you use. Compose a new email, and enter your email address as the recipient.
Tap on the menu button to bring up a context menu, and then select “Attach file” to add a picture to your email, or if you’re in Gmail, you can capture a photo right from that menu.
Send the email, and a few short minutes later you will see the email pop up in your inbox for you to open from another phone or your computer. Note that you are sending a large file and some email services have a limit on the file size you can send.
You can also share a photo to other services, like Facebook, Google Drive, Instagram, and Twitter by sharing. Pull up the photo you wish to share, then tap the “Share” button. From there, you will be prompted to select which app you wish to use to share the picture. Depending on which app you choose, the picture will be emailed, posted, or uploaded.
External storage
Sometimes, nothing else will do besides a reliable external storage device. As connectivity in smartphones increases, so do your options for connecting to different storage methods.
One nice thing about Android is its support for external storage, which owes much to a USB protocol called USB On-the-Go (OTG). You can plug in a standard external USB hard drive — the kind you’d use with a laptop or desktop machine — and add a ton of storage for offloading photos and videos, particularly 4K and RAW files. You will need a USB OTG-to-Micro USB adapter, however. Also, keep in mind that not all Android devices support USB OTG; to find out if yours does, use the Easy OTG Checker app.
If your phone doesn’t support USB OTG, another useful option is a portable flash drive (aka a thumbdrive) that is designed to connect directly to a phone via the Micro USB or USB Type-C port. These products include Leef’s Bridge 3.0 Mobile USB drive, SanDisk’s Ultra Dual Drive m3.0 or Ultra USB Type-C Flash Drive.
Taking a ton of photos? Western Digital’s My Passport Wireless Pro packs tons of storage, wireless connectivity, and portability into a single package. With Wi-Fi, you can connect your Android device to the drive (via the WD My Cloud app) and easily copy photos over. There’s a built-in SD card slot, too, which allows you to back up the photos from your digital camera without a computer.
WD MyPassport Wireless Pro
Update: Updated information for relevance and accuracy.
Monitor your body’s vitals smarter with the AI-powered Adore scale
Better monitor your health with an A.I.-powered smart scale.
When you’re on the path to getting fit or simply maintaining your health, you need a scale that goes beyond just giving you your body weight. If you’re looking to lose fat, you’ll want to know your body fat percentage and Body Mass Index. If you’re looking to gain muscle, you’ll want to track your body’s muscle mass. If you want all that along with a complete look at your body’s health, you want Adore, the world’s smartest A.I.-powered scale.
It’s a gorgeous looking smart scale that provides a full picture of your health by measuring nine different body vitals such as weight, visceral fat, muscle mass, Body Mass Index (BMI), body fat, protein, bone density, body water, and Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR).
All this information is processed in the DynoLife app, available for iOS and Android devices, which analyzes the data and translates it into real-time coaching tips to help you meet your health goals and build healthy habits. The Adore will also sync up with data from your Fitbit and Apple Health Kit, with support for an unlimited number of users so the entire family can use it. You should expect up to a year of usage off of just 4 AA batteries, so there’s no need to keep it plugged in or recharge it.
The Adore will retail for $138, but you can save 42% by backing this Kickstarter with a pledge of $79. Thinking this might make an excellent gift for a fitness-focused family member or friend? You can get two by pledging just $125, giving you savings of well over 50%. It’s a great deal on what looks to be a great health product. DynoSense also says they’re committed to providing outstanding support for their product, which includes adding more support for other fitness trackers and apps
This is the first Kickstarter campaign created by DynoSense Corp., but the good news is they’ve already well surpassed their goal of $30,000. If you’ve been considering getting a smart scale for some time now, you can’t beat this deal. Occasionally we find some really cool Kickstarter projects that are so cool we feel the need to share them with our valued readers.
See Adore Smart Scale on Kickstarter
OnePlus 5T will reportedly feature 6-inch display with 18:9 aspect ratio
The OnePlus 5T will supposedly be released in November with a 6-inch display and 18:9 aspect ratio, but we aren’t totally convinced quite yet.
OnePlus broke its mold of releasing one flagship per year in 2016 with the launch of the OnePlus 3 in the summer and the 3T later in the fall. A new report suggests that the company will be following a similar release cycle again in 2017, and along with this, we also have a render of what’s supposedly going to be the OnePlus 5T.
Just like last year, the OnePlus 5T will reportedly launch in November. Most of the internal specifications will likely be the same as the OnePlus 5 that came out a few months ago, but there will be a substantial change in design when it comes to the front of the phone.
OnePlus will supposedly be trimming down the bezels of the 5T considerably to create for a front that looks very akin to the likes of the Galaxy S8. The 5T is said to come with a 6-inch display and 18:9 aspect ratio, as well as a bump up in resolution to 2160 x 1080. This would result in a substantial change compared to the OnePlus 5’s 16:9 5.5-inch 1920 x 1080 display, but we need to approach this information with a giant grain of salt.
Supposed render for the OnePlus 5T
GizmoChina claims that the source it received this information from has been reliable with other leaks in the past, but we aren’t entirely convinced quite yet. For one thing, the render of what’s supposedly the OnePlus 5 is identical to a render that surfaced before it for the Oppo F5. OnePlus and Oppo’s close relationship has been brought up numerous times before, and while the OnePlus 5 did share a very similar body compared to the Oppo R11, we’ve yet to see a copy and paste design shared between the two companies. Furthermore, the lock screen that’s shown in the render is clearly Oppo software and not OnePlus’s OxygenOS.
Lastly, it would seem odd for OnePlus to have such a stark difference in design between the 5 and 5T. Smaller bezels and a tall aspect ratio don’t seem out of place for the OnePlus 6 next year, but compared to the identical design between the 3 and 3T, this seems out of place for a T release from OnePlus.
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Xiaomi’s bezel-less Mi Mix 2 will be exclusive to Flipkart in India
If you’re looking to buy the Mi Mix 2 online in India, you’ll have to go to Flipkart.
Xiaomi is all set to launch the Mi Mix 2 in India, making the country the first market outside of China to get the device. The phone will be making its debut tomorrow, October 10, in New Delhi, and ahead of the launch event, Flipkart has confirmed that it will carry the phone exclusively.
Xiaomi has a long history of partnering with Flipkart over its marquee launches, going all the way back to its first phone in India, the Mi 3. The launch of the Mi Mix 2 is notable because the phone will be the first Xiaomi flagship to make its way to India in over 18 months.
With the Mi 5, the Mi 6, and the Mi Note 2 never making it to the subcontinent, Xiaomi is pinning its hopes on the bezel-less Mi Mix 2 to drive momentum in the mid-range segment.
Putting an end to the #TechVsArt debate, the Mi MIX 2 is the destination where Technology meets Art. Unveiling tomorrow #OnlyOnFlipkart! pic.twitter.com/TcVlrbhw3k
— Flipkart (@Flipkart) October 9, 2017
Alongside Flipkart, you’ll be able to buy the Mi Mix 2 at Xiaomi’s own Mi.com portal, as well as Mi Home stores across the country. We’ll be on the ground in Delhi, so stay tuned for pricing and availability details from the launch event.
Pay once to host your website for life with Dragify
As business moves online and people’s attention moves to the web more and more, having your own website is more than an asset — it’s almost a necessity. But maintaining a website means paying monthly or yearly hosting fees which can quickly add up over time.
Fortunately, there are companies like Dragify Website Hosting which will keep your website hosted and domain registered for a one-time payment of just $49.99.
This deal from Android Central Digital Offers is here to alleviate frustration and to alleviate the strain on your bank account. Dragify is also a custom website designer that lets you create your own website the way you want it, which is included for free to allow you to create professional-looking sites without scripting or coding. Typically this service would cost you upwards of $300, but with this deal, you’ll save 83%.
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For one day only, save up to 35% on Halloween costumes at Amazon
Your phone shouldn’t be the only thing dressed up this Halloween!
Is this deal for me?
Today only, Amazon is offering 35% off a huge selection of Halloween costumes. There are almost 400 to choose from, for pets, kids, and grownups.
Chances are you already know where you’re going on Halloween. Do you have your costume yet? Don’t be the person that waits too long, rushes to the mall, and spends $50 on something that was popular two years ago. This highly-rated Men’s Plundering Pirate Costume is $31.99, which is a historic low price (plus it looks really cool). Or you could go the couples’ costume route and pick up a Classic Pink Princess (AKA Peach) costume for $27.99. Now you just need a Super Mario.
If you’re shopping for the little ones, you can choose from classic favorites and new licensed characters that your child is sure to love. For example, the pictured bestselling Rubie’s Toddler PAW Patrol Marshall Costume in size small is on sale for $10.30. Another favorite costume this year is Wonder Woman, and the Rubie’s Justice League Wonder Woman Tutu Dress is only $15.55. Popular sizes and styles are going fast, so shop quickly if you are interested.
Quick Categories:
- Women’s Halloween Costumes – From $6.99
- Men’s Halloween Costumes – From $9.58
- Girls Halloween Costumes – From $7.48
- Boys Halloween Costumes – From $7.48
- Pets Halloween Costumes – From $4.09
- Baby Halloween Costumes – From $10.30
TL;DR
- What makes this deal worth considering? – Sales on Halloween costumes are nothing new, but the trouble is that the longer you wait, the harder it may be to find the perfect outfit.
- Things to know before you buy! – Don’t forget your accessories. A trick-or-treat bucket, a wig, some costume makeup….double-check that your costume includes everything, because they often come with the basics and it’s up to you to supply the rest.
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