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YU announces updated Yureka Plus with Full HD display and improved camera

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YU has announced an updated version of its Yureka smartphone. Called the Yureka Plus, the only differences between the old and the new model is the jump from 720p to Full HD 1080p display and a new camera.

The display is the same size as before, which is 5.5-inches. As for the sensor, YU is now using a 13 megapixel Sony IMX214 sensor with 5 element Largan Blue lens and f/2.2 architecture. The resolution is same as before but the new sensor should definitely have significantly improved camera quality, which wasn't a strong point of the previous Yureka.

The rest of the phone is seemingly identical, running on the same Snapdragon 615 processor, 2GB DDR3 RAM, 16GB internal storage, microSD slot, dual SIM support, LTE, 5 megapixel front camera, 2,500mAh battery, and Cyanogen OS 12.

The Yureka Plus will be available exclusively on Amazon in Moondust Gray and Alabaster White for Rs. 9,999…

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Lenovo backed ZUK Z1 to be unveiled next month

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Chinese start-up Zuk, which is backed by tech giant Lenovo and local software company 360 – will be holding a press conference on August 11 where they will be unveiling their high-end Z1 smartphone.

From what is known till now, the device will run Cyanogen OS, and feature a USB Type-C 3.0 port as well as a fingerprint sensor dubbed U-Touch. It is expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 810 octa-core chipset with 3GB of RAM, sport a 5.5-inch display, come with 13MP main camera, and pack in a 4000mAh+ battery.

The handset will be available for purchase via Chinese e-commerce site JD.com. It is expected to release in September. There is, however, no information yet on pricing.

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Samsung Galaxy A8 to reportedly go on sale in South Korea this week

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The Samsung Galaxy A8 smartphone, which was announced just last week, will go on sale in the company's home country of South Korea on July 24, according to a report.

The device, which is the South Korean company's thinnest phone (5.9 mm) to date, will be available for purchase from SKT for 649,000 Korean won ($563). Color options include white and gold.

This comes just days after the handset's Chinese prices were revealed – $515 for the base model and $564 for the 32GB variant. It will go on sale in China later this…

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 and Tab S2 9.7 are now official

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As rumored last week, Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy Tab S2. Available in 9.7-inch and 8-inch variants, the device is claimed to be the company's thinnest and lightest tablet of its size.

"The Galaxy Tab S2 is not only our thinnest and lightest tablet of its size ever, it also gives users quick, easy access to a wealth of superior viewing and productivity features," said JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Division at Samsung. "We believe the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is the most complete personal visual device designed for consumers to carry and use anywhere."

Specs-wise, the Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 is powered by an octa-core processor (quad 1.9GHz + quad 1.3GHz), and sports an 8-inch Super AMOLED display with 1536 x 2048 pixels resolution. It comes with 3GB RAM and 32GB/64GB expandable internal storage options, and packs in a 4000mAh battery.

In terms of camera, the Tab S2 8.0 features an 8MP rear unit and a 2.1MP front shooter. It is 5.6mm thin, weighs in at 265g, and runs Android 5.0 Lollipop out-of-the-box.

On the other hand, the Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 sports a 9.7-inch Super AMOLED display, packs in a 5870mAh battery, and weighs in at 389g. Rest of its specifications are same as that of the Galaxy Tab S2 8.0. Both variants are available in Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi and LTE configurations, come with a touch-enabled Fingerprint Scanner, and offer Multitasking.

As for the availability, the South Korean company said that the tablet will be available for purchase globally starting next month. There was no word on pricing.

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Week 29 in review: Galaxy Note 5, Nexus 5 (2015), OnePlus 2

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Yet another week passed and it's time to recap the top stories from it to make sure you didn't miss anything important.

First and foremost, perhaps, is the Galaxy Note 5. Samsung has allegedly decided to launch the phablet ahead of schedule, so as to get a headstart over Apple. The next installment in the legendary Note line might also come with an odd sibling – one allegedly dubbed the Galaxy S6 edge Plus. That's rumored to be a 5.7-inch version of the current S6 edge flagship with slightly lower specs, but the convenience of larger screen.

Moving on to the Nexus devices will which allegedly come in a pair this year – one courtesy of LG and the other – Huawei. We have been hearing a lot about both, which promise true next-get performance. Coupled that with a pure-Android experience and you have a definite recipe for success, yet again.

The OnePlus 2 has been another frequent visitor in the rumor mill lately. The Chinese manufacturer is going strong with the teasers revealing some more specs about the second gen "flagship killer".

In other news, the Moto G might be making a return soon, with a brand new model and perhaps even some advanced features, more RAM and MotoMaker eligibility. Also, Xiaomi has been plotting something, which we will hopefully find more about come July 16.

If you think you might have missed something from the week, here is a list of the hottest topics in the tech world.

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Exclusive: Samsung Galaxy Note 5, S6 Edge Plus renders reveal dimensions, controls
We got two new sets of renders of the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 Edge Plus.

Upcoming Nexus 5 (2015) posts a 85K score in AnTuTu
An alleged benchmark for the upcoming Nexus device reveals a truly powerful machine.

Galaxy A8 goes official, slimmest Samsung to date
The high end offer from Samsung's metal A-series in now officially available in china.

Another Galaxy Note 5 render confirms control placement
Yet another render of the upcoming phablet has surfaced, confirming the basic control placement.

Moto G (2015) might get official on July 28, new details revealed
Thanks to yet another leak, we now have basically the full spec list for the upcoming Motorola Moto G.

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 "confirmed" to have 4GB of RAM
A new rumor seemingly confirms what has been previously leaked about the RAM in the Note 5.

Rumor suggests Lumia 940 and 940 XL will cost more than iPhone 6
Interestingly, the rumor also says that both flagship smartphones will be made of polycarbonate, and not metal.

Marshall's new smartphone is every audiophile's dream
The Android phone is called the Marshall London and has every last audio goodie you can ask for, and then some more.

Microsoft readying new Windows 10-powered premium Lumia phones
It is being said that the software giant could take the wraps off these handsets at this year's IFA in September.

Apple took 92% of all smartphone industry profits in Q1 2015
In terms of unit sales, the Cupertino giant accounts for less than a fifth of all smartphones globally.

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge Plus make a trip to the FCC
Verizon and AT&T variants of both handsets already have their FCC certifications with a release coming soon.

Samsung releases Galaxy J7 and J5 in India
While the Galaxy J5 carries a price tag of around $190, the J7 will set you back…

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