Testing over folks, the Xiaomi Mi Note is getting the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update soon – should be tomorrow!

The Developer Edition already received the update and it’s firmware version MRA58K. The MIUI interface is at version 7, no surprises here.

A screenshot of the updated About screen

Keep in mind that this is for the Xiaomi Mi Note, not the Note Pro.

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Asus enriched its model lineup, or at least its Chinese section with a new mid-range handset today. Dubbed the Pegasus 5000, it comes as the latest addition to the Pegasus line, after the

We initially caught a glimpse of the Pegasus 5000 a few weeks ago in a certification, so the mid-ranger has little to surprise with in terms of hardware. It is powered by an octa-core processor 1.3 GHz Mediatek MT6753 SoC and has a 5.5″ FullHD display. The main camera is a 13MP shooter with an LED flash and there is a 5MP selfie one on the front. The Pegasus 5000 is 4G enabled with Cat.4 LTE and has dual-SIM functionality. Local connectivity includes Wi-Fi b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0. A 4850 mAh battery runs the show.

As for memory options, there is a base model with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard storage, like the aforementioned certification described. But, there is also a 3GB one, again with 16GB of space. Both versions will be available from China Telecom for CNY 1,299 (about $198) and CNY 1,799 (about $273), respectively.

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Looks like Verizon has started rolling out the Android 6.0 update to LG G3 devices on its network. A Reddit user by the name of Jrdnram_98 is claiming to have received the OTA notification on their handset just a few hours ago, and also shared the following screenshot:

As you can see, the update carries the build number MRA58K and bumps the software version to VS98546A. It also includes Google’s security patch for January. Going by those who have commented on the Reddit thread so far, no one else seemed to have received the update yet.

Late last month, the LG G3 units in Poland started getting the Android 6.0 update. As you might already know, the small European country has over the time become a sort of test bed for the South Korean company’s software updates. Once the roll out is successful there, the update starts hitting devices in other regions worldwide.

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As expected, Samsung has launched the Gear S2 smartwatch in India. Both standard as well as the classic edition will be available for purchase in the country starting today via the company’s physical retail channels, with Flipkart being the exclusive online retail partner.

As for the price, the Gear S2 carries a tag of INR 24,300 (around $360), while the classic edition will set you back INR 25,800 (around $380). The South Korean company also confirmed that Gear S2 users in country will also be able to access dial faces with Indian themes.

Along with the Gear S2, Samsung also launched the Gear VR headset in the country, as was rumored earlier. The device carries a price tag of INR 8,200 (around $120), and like the smartwatch, will be sold through Samsung’s physical retail channels and online retailer Flipkart.

In addition to the Galaxy Note5, S6 edge+, S6, and S6 edge, the headset also supports the dual SIM Galaxy Note5, which was recently launched in…

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Apple has launched a new app for iOS devices. Called Music Memos, the app helps musicians instantly record their music whenever inspiration strikes.

One might think that sounds like the Voice Memos app that already comes pre-installed on iPhones. The difference is that the Music Memos app can intelligently tell what music is being recorded. It can then analyze the tempo and rhythm and automatically add a drum and bass background to accompany your music. This way the music feels more complete while you are recording it and later when you’re playing it back. The app is optimized for acoustic guitar and piano but also works with other instruments. Apple has a few samples for you to listen to on its website.

Music Memos also records uncompressed audio, either through the built-in mic or an external microphone and you can build a library and then name, tag, and rate your music. You can also comment and share your recordings and they get backed up on iCloud and synced across your devices.

The Music Memos app is available for free for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Apple also updated the GarageBand app for iOS. The two main new features here are Live Loops and Drummer. Live Loops brings a grid of loops that you can tap to play looping sounds. You can use the existing sounds or create new ones and then drag them around and rearrange them in the track flow to create your own arrangement.

Drummer includes nine virtual session drummers with their own individual style. Just like in the Music Memos app, the drummers can listen to the music you are playing and automatically come up with a beat that goes along with what you’re playing in an incredibly realistic manner that sounds like you’re jamming with a real person. You can control every aspect of the drumming or switch to another one to suit your preference.

Lastly, GarageBand for iOS also adds support for the larger, higher resolution display on the iPad Pro, and the 3D Touch on the iPhone…

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Looks like Microsoft is working on a new Lumia handset. Dubbed Lumia Phone X, the device was mistakenly revealed by the Chinese unit of the Redmond, Washington-based company when they uploaded a video explaining how Continuum works.

While the video in question doesn’t contain any reference to the yet-to-be announced device, its the description accompanying the video where the Lumia Phone X was mentioned as one of the four devices that currently support Continuum – the other three being Lumia 950/XL and Acer Jade Primo.

The description – which has since been edited – read (translated):

Homemade Welcome Mobile phone Continuum, this function can convert your phone large screen projector and utilities. Use dock or adapter to connect to a TV or monitor, and then use your application on a larger screen and view your content. You can also make your mouse and keyboard computer phone has the same powerful features, such as production of Office documents, send e-mail, and even type text messages. Upon completion, the file will be saved on your phone, you can continue working. Of course, you can watch videos, view photos, surf the Web and so on. Note: This feature requires a compatible mobile device is intended for use, for example Lumia 950/XL, Lumia Phone X and Acer Jade Primo.

And here’s the video in question:

There’s been information (not even rumors) about the Lumia Phone X so far. A recent report suggested that the Lumia 650 will be the first and last Lumia phone for 2016. So perhaps, Microsoft is targeting a 2017 launch for the device. And who knows, this could also be the long-rumored Surface Phone, which is said to release this…

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The HTC Desire Eye smartphone, which was launched back in November 2014, will get the Marshmallow update sometime later this year. This was revealed by the usually reliable leakster @LlabTooFeR, who said the device will be updated to Android 6.0.1.

Confirmed. HTC Desire Eye to get Android 6.0.1 with Sense 7.0 later this year.— LlabTooFeR (@LlabTooFeR) January 20, 2016

For those who aren’t already aware, back in September last year, HTC USA released a list of smartphones that the company said will receive the Marshmallow update. The Desire Eye, however, wasn’t mentioned in the list.

In addition, @LlabTooFeR also revealed that the Marshmallow update for the handset will also include version 7.0 of the Taiwanese company’s Sense UI. The Desire Eye currently runs Android Lollipop with Sense 6.0…

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T-Mobile started selling the LG V10 in the last week of October 2015. Weeks before that, the carrier released a list of devices on its network that it said will receive the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update. Quite understandably, the V10 wasn’t in the list at that time.

However, being a flagship smartphone that released in October itself, there was never a doubt that it will receive the Android 6.0 update. Just that T-Mobile had to officially confirm it, which the carrier has done now by adding the V10 to the aforementioned list of devices.

There’s no information when the T-Mobile V10 Marshmallow update will actually roll out. A quick look, however, at the carrier’s website reveals that the device is in the first stage of the update process – Manufacturer Development – which is basically a point where the carrier and the device manufacturer agree to support a new software update.

For those who aren’t already aware, the LG V10 comes with Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) out-of-the-box. Its selling point is a secondary ticker display that is positioned directly above the device’s main touchscreen. You can read our review of the device…

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Uber has revealed that it will launch a full-fledged food delivery service in the US in the coming weeks. The revelation was made by the ride-sharing company in a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal.

The service will allow people to order food from local restaurants using a dedicated standalone app dubbed UberEats, and have it delivered by an Uber driver. Users will, however, have to pay a delivery fee of about $5 per order.

Already available in Toronto, Canada, UberEats will only be available in select US cities initially, including Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, Austin, Washington DC, San Francisco, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle and Dallas.

It’s worth mentioning that Uber already offers a lunchtime service – which promises deliveries under 10 minutes – by the same name in these cities. That service will be renamed to Instant…

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According to a new report out of Germany, the Microsoft Lumia 650 will go on sale in the country early next month. This is inline with recent reports that said the device will be made official on February 1.

As per the report, O2 Germany will have the Windows 10-powered handset in stock, although only the black variant will be available for purchase. As for the price, the smartphone will carry a tag of €219, which is around $238 at current exchange rates.

The new report comes just a few days after it was revealed that the Lumia 650 will be priced at CZK 5,491 (around $222 or €203) in the Czech Republic. The device has already been the subject of several rumors and leaks until now.

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