New details of Marshmallow update for Lenovo phones surface
So you have a Lenovo phone and are wondering when it will be updated to Marshmallow? Lucky for you, new details show up online when some Lenovo phones will receive the update.
On China’s Twitter equivalent, Weibo, some slides were shown that go over exactly when Lenovo plans on updating their phones with Android 6.0. Phones like the K3 Note, Vibe X3, and Vibe P1 will receive the Marshmallow update early 2016, while other devices will have to wait until July.
Lenovo isn’t very popular in North America, but they do own Motorola. They might be taking a page out of their book and start to update their phones faster now.
Source: Weibo
Via: Android Authority
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When will your Lenovo phone get Android 6.0 Marshmallow? Details show up online
You have probably stopped worrying about Lenovo’s Android 6.0 Marshmallow updates, as we pretty much haven’t heard a thing about the topic. But don’t you lose hope just yet. Lenovo is bringing its updates, and soon.
See also: 10 more Chinese phone brands to look out for
A new set of images has hit the internet after first showing up on Weibo (China’s Twitter equivalent). There’s not much to see in most slides, but one of the shots did capture an update roadmap depicting when specific Lenovo handsets will get the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update. It looks like they come from a meeting. Let’s take a quick look at it.
As you can see, popular phones like the K3 Note, Vibe X3 and Vibe P1 will get the sweet update earlier in the year. Meanwhile, plenty of other devices will have to wait until July to get their share of Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
See also: Lenovo details Marshmallow rollout plans
As it stands, Lenovo smartphones are not the most popular in the USA, but they are bigger in other markets. It’s good to see they are working hard to bring better software to their devices. They do own Motorola now, which has a great track record for quick updates. Maybe they are pulling some help from there.
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Are any of you guys waiting to get an update from Lenovo? Just sit tight and wait until 2016. That’s when all the magic will happen.
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Order the Cyanogen powered Lenovo ZUK Z1 at Gearbest
“CyanogenMod (pronounced /saɪ.’æn.oʊ.dʒɛn.mɒd/) is an enhanced open source firmware distribution for smartphones and tablet computers based on the Android mobile operating system. It offers features and options not found in the official firmware distributed by vendors of these devices.
Features supported by CyanogenMod include native theming support, FLAC audio codec support, a large Access Point Name list, an OpenVPN client, an enhanced reboot menu, support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB tethering, CPU overclocking and other performance enhancements, soft buttons and other “tablet tweaks”, toggles in the notification pull-down (such as wi-fi, Bluetooth and GPS), app permissions management, as well as other interface enhancements. CyanogenMod does not contain spyware or bloatware. In many cases, CyanogenMod may increase performance and reliability compared with official firmware releases.
CyanogenMod is developed as free and open source software based on the official releases of Android by Google, with added original and third-party code.” – From Wikipedia
There are not many many devices that come with Cyanogen OS installed direct from the manufacturer, especially here in the U.S. But for fanatics of customization, which are many of our AndroidGuys readers, Cyanogen is a must have for you. The first smartphone from OnePlus came with Cyanogen installed directly which was one of its best features. Now gearbest.com has a full featured smartphone from Lenovo for you for the low price of $320, with free shipping and a 45-day satisfaction guarantee.
I recently have been writing about how unlocked budget and mid-range devices will rule the market in 2016 and the Lenovo ZUK Z1 is proof of why that will happen.
Not only does the unlocked Lenovo ZUK Z1 run Cyanogen OS 12.1, it also comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801, 64GB of memory, 3GB of RAM, a 13MP rear camera, dual SIM capability, 1080p IPS display, and a HUGE 4100mAh battery. What more could you ask for in an unlocked smartphone. It also comes with a built-in fingerprint reader and a gorgeous metal frame. Head on over to gearbest.com to check it out. With a 45-day 100% satisfaction guarantee and free shipping, you have nothing to lose.
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Screen type: Capacitive |
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Camera type: Dual cameras (one front one back) |
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Here are the videos you don’t want to miss this week – December 5, 2015
Sometimes the most controversial smartphones require a second opinion to get the whole story across, and that’s definitely a theme we saw this week. Josh and Lanh both recently posted their full reviews of the BlackBerry Priv and Nexus 5X, and now the two have published their additional thoughts on these two controversial devices.
This week we also managed to bring you our full reviews of the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro and Marshall London, and we got a chance to unbox a new budget-friendly Chinese smartphone, the Vivo X6. We’ve also rounded up some of the best Android phones you can buy right now, as well as a big list of apps and games that just recently made their way to the Google Play Store.
Our video team has been very hard at work this week. So without any further ado, here are all the Android-related videos you don’t want to miss.
Taking another look
Nexus 5X – second opinion
Google’s latest budget-friendly Nexus device has a great camera, a familiar build quality and a low price point, but is there anything else you should know before purchasing one for yourself? Lanh has already posted his full review of the Nexus 5X, but Josh has some more to say. Don’t miss Josh’s second opinion on the new Nexus 5X.
BlackBerry Priv – second opinion
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The BlackBerry Priv is an impressive Android device. It has a beautiful curved display, a slide-out keyboard that’s incredibly reminiscent of past BlackBerry phones, and even a great software experience. Josh posted his full review a few days ago, and now it’s Lanh’s turn to share his thoughts. Be sure to check out Lanh’s second opinion of the BlackBerry Priv.
Reviews
Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro review
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With a built-in kickstand and projector, impressive display and solid battery life, the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro has really impressed us so far. But is it worth the hefty price tag? Check out Bailey’s full review to learn more.
Marshall London review
The Marshall London is a smartphone built by audiophiles for audiophiles. But what else does it bring to the table? Find out in Josh’s full review.
The best of the best
Best Android phones (December 2015)
With so many different Android handsets on the market, we know it can be pretty difficult to find the one that’s right for you. Allow us to help! Take a look at our roundup of the best Android smartphones you can buy as of December 2015.
10 best new Android apps and games from November 2015
There have been some killer apps and games released to the Google Play Store over the past month or so, and Joe is here to let you know which ones are worth a download.
See also: 70 best Android games
First look
Vivo X6 first look
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The Vivo X6 is the latest smartphone to come from the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, and we just recently got the chance to take a look. Be sure to check out Ash’s thoughts on the brand new Vivo X6.
Android Apps Weekly
Play Store sales, Futurama, and much more – you don’t want to miss Joe’s latest episode of Android Apps Weekly!
New Galaxy rumors
The Samsung Galaxy S6 certainly brought a lot to the table over its predecessor, so it’s not a huge surprise to hear that the S7 might not be a huge improvement. Be sure to check out Jayce’s video coverage and Matthew’s full report on the latest scandalous Galaxy S7 rumor.
More Chinese manufactures are making their own chips
It seems like every manufacture is making their own chips now a days. It used to be just the biggest manufactures like Apple and Samsung making their own chips, but now more and more Chinese manufactures are getting in on the action.
ZTE has just recently received CNY2.4 billion (US$73.8 million) from China’s National IC Industry Investment Fund. This money will be used to help accelerate their mobile chip development.
Xiaomi is another China based manufacture that will be partnering with chip designer Leadcore Technology to co-develop ARM-based SoCs for Xiaomi’s 2016 device line up.
Finally, Huawei already provides chips to many smartphone vendor’s phones. However, they are doing so well that they are becoming a real problem to mainstream chip companies like MediaTek and Qualcomm.
Source: DigiTimes
Via: Pocketnow
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Lenovo Vibe smartphones are here to stay
As part of Lenovo’s major ongoing restructure, the company has recently stated that it will dissolve its mobile division and fold it into Motorola. Another report also suggested that Lenovo would be replacing its Vibe series of smartphones and possibly its Lemon series too in order to simplify its product portfolio. However, Lenovo has since dismissed the latter point and insists that its Vibe brand will be sticking around.
“Vibe remains an important brand in the Lenovo mobile family … We plan to continue to expand and grow the franchise in select markets around the world.” – Lenovo spokesperson
So what’s going on? Well, we know that Lenovo is reorganizing its smartphone business under the legal Motorola entity. The company has also stated that it will rely on Motorola to design, develop and manufacture smartphone products. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that all Lenovo branded smartphones will disappear, and we can probably expect Lenovo to keep some of its brands around in regions where they are proving popular. What we don’t know is how these changes will affect the design of Lenovo’s future handsets.
See also: Lenovo Vibe P1 and Vibe S1 hands on and first look
The original report had suggested that Lenovo would axe some of its own brands to make room for Motorola’s portfolio, so as not to create conflicts across the various market segments. Case in point, the Lenovo Vibe and Moto G/X ranges both target the mid-tier of the market. However, the two names currently see different levels of success around the globe, take Asia verses the US for example. The key to Lenovo’s statement is “select markets.”
Both the Vive and Moto brands will continue to be sold and developed, at least in the near future, despite all being integrated under a single organization.
Mid-range Lenovo K32c36 gets the go ahead from TENAA
The Lenovo K32c36 is a new mid-range handset that just received its certification from the China agency, TENAA.
The Lenovo K32c36 will likely have a different name time come its official unveiling, which could be just a few days off. Specs include a 5-inch full-HD display, an octa-core processor clocked at 1.5GHz, 2GB of RAM, likely a 13MP rear-facing camera, a 5MP front-facing camera and 16GB of internal storage that can expanded for an extra 32GB of memory via its built-in microSD card slot. The handset will also include a variety of other sensors including GPS and Bluetooth connectivity. The handset weighs in at 140g and measures only 8.2mm thick.
The official announcement of the Lenovo K32c36 could be just around the corner. The design features a metal build with rear-facing speakers and a monotone flash on the rear side. It’s expected to debut in four colors, black, white, gold and silver. For more details you can check out the official listing at the source link down below.
Source: TENAA
Via: TimesNews.co.uk
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Lenovo teams with Razer on gaming PCs
When you think of gaming PCs, Lenovo probably isn’t your first choice. It has gaming PCs, but it’s often far more tempting to either go with a game-centric brand or build a system yourself. Lenovo may have a way to improve its reputation, though. It’s partnering with Razer on special editions of its Y series devices that pack both the performance you’d expect from a gaming rig as well as Razer’s signature design cues, such as multi-hued Chroma lighting. The first confirmed project from the two is the Lenovo Razer Edition desktop you see here (due for a full debut at CES in January), but there are promises of “multiple” products and joint development of new technology.
Source: Razer
Leaked renders of the ZUK Z2 posted online, could sport a 360-degree rotating camera
New images have been posted online of the rumored ZUK Z2, which is said to be a revolutionary smartphone with a 360-degree rotating camera. ZUK, a Lenovo-supported brand in China, launched the Z1 earlier this year, and thus far, it’s seen great success.
These leaked renders indicate the the ZUK Z2 will feature a dual-sided metal and glass design and that the display will be made out of 2.5D glass. From the renders, there doesn’t seem to be a front-facing camera, which is what makes the 360-degree rotating camera really interesting.
Theoretically, with it being so rotatable, you could use the smartphone’s rear camera as a front-facing camera, giving you some really detailed selfies.
As far as specifications go, the ZUK Z2 is rumored to have a Snapdragon 820 in tow. There are no rumors as to what else the ZUK Z2 is packing under the hood, but some reports are saying that the Chinese market could see a 128GB model of this smartphone.
Keep in mind that these are unofficial leaked renders, so it’d be wise to take all of this with a grain of salt. It’s a really neat smartphone concept, and it’ll be interesting to see if it makes it to the Chinese market down the line.
source: MyDrivers
via: GizmoChina
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Lenovo Yoga 900 review: Same thin design with fewer compromises
Lenovo’s Yoga laptops hardly need an introduction at this point: The company’s iconic 2-in-1s are so popular that its competitors have been copying them right and left. Last year’s edition, the Yoga 3 Pro, was especially notable for how thin and light it was: just 2.6 pounds and half an inch thick, and that was with a folding touchscreen, too. The problem, we found, was that as easy as it was to hold, that compact design came with significant compromises, including lackluster performance and mediocre battery life. Enter this year’s model, the new Yoga 900 ($1,199 and up). Like its predecessor, it has a 13-inch, 3,200 x 1,800 screen and a slim build, but this time it claims faster performance, longer battery life and a sturdier hinge. It is, essentially, an improvement in almost every way.Slideshow-342989
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