The Lumia sales of 730 and 830 models is great and to improve them even more, Microsoft is working on Lumia 435 windows phone which will retail at an even cheaper price tag than 530.

This could be the device Microsoft needed from start in order to grab a decent chunk of marketshare, but better late than never, right? The Lumia 435 emerged earlier in various leaks by these model numbers – RM-1068, RM-1070, RM-1071, RM-1032, RM-1034  and RM-1069 which represent single and dual SIM models.

Both have already been spotted on Indonesian certification and FCC websites. The Lumia spotted has 4 inch display packing WVGA 800 x 480 pixel resolution and hardware navigation buttons.

Other specifications include 118.1 x 64.7 mm, Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 processor, 5 megapixel camera and removable battery.

Allwinner A83T is an eight core processor that is designed for cheap tablets. We had a chance to use the InFocus C2107 7 inch Android tablet for some time and the first thing we did were few benchmark programs to see how it fares with likes of RK3288, Atom Z3745 and Snapdragon S4 Pro by Qualcomm.

The Allwinner A83T specifications includes 2 GHz octa core that is based on ARM Cortex A7 architecture with PowerVT SGX 544MP graphics.

AnTuTu benchmark test comparison

Allwinner A83T – 27942 Detailed Allwinner A83T benchmark.
Rockchip RK3288 – 37153
Intel Atom Z3745 – 33703
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro – 20383

To give you an idea of its performance, it is faster than the Snapdragon S4 Pro that is being used in the Nexus 7 2013 tablet.

CF Bench test

Allwinner A83T – 26138
Rockchip RK3288 – 21070
Intel Atom Z3745 – 29018
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro – 15230

Allwinner A83T – 27942
Rockchip RK3288 – 37153
Intel Atom Z3745 – 33703
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro – 20383

I will be honest with you – while these benchmark tests the raw power, all chips are speedy enough for your daily work.

After spending some time with our InFocus C2107, we have come to conclusion that the processor is powerful enough to handle most games, videos and web browsing which is surprising since I tis meant to be used in such cheap tablets.

The Allwinner A83T will be used in tablets that cost between 150 to 200 dollars.

Russian mobile chain retailer Svyaznoy has launched a promotion of Nokia Lumia 930 and 830 smartphones in its shops. The flagship Lumia 930 smartphones that features 5 inch full HD display and 20 mega pixel camera is being offered by RUB 22,990 ($427) while the Lumia 830 is being sold for mere RUB 16,990 ($315).

The Lumia 930 and 830 used to retail for RUB 24,990 ($464) and 19,990 ($371) respectively.

 

The Svyaznoy’s site also lets you buy it on installments. In this, you will have to pay only 10 percent of the phone’s value and rest of the amount is divided into 12 month span.

• Lumia 930 promotion link
• Lumia 830 promo link

There are many reasons of why you would want to unbrand your Nokia XL android phone. So here are the steps on how to do it.

Download and install if you don’t have this software Nokia Care Suite PST 5.0.0 (5.4.119.1432).
Download and install Data Package Manager 4.2 (2013.7.5).
Download and unzip to where you want UserGroupsConfiguration.
Remove the SIM card during the all process.

Here are the authentication files you will require for using Nokia Care Suite.

For Windows x86 (32 bits) PC

Copy the file UserGroupsConfiguration.cfg(therefore the decompressed file), in the three following directories:

* "C:\Programmes\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Data Package Manager\bin"(essential for using Data Package Manager category).
* "C:\Programmes\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Multi Software Updater 5.0" (not useful for the tutorial, but essential to use the Multi Software Updater 5.0 category).
* "C:\Programmes\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Product Support Tool For Store 5.0"(not useful for the tutorial, but essential to use the Product Support Tool For Store 5.0 category).

Windows x64 (64 bits) PC

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Copy the file UserGroupsConfiguration.cfg(therefore the decompressed file), in the three following directories:

* "C:\Program Files (x86)\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Data Package Manager\bin"(essential for using Data Package Manager category).
* "C:\Program Files (x86)\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Multi Software Updater 5.0" (not useful for the tutorial, but essential to use the Multi Software Updater 5.0 category).
* "C:\Program Files (x86)\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Product Support Tool For Store 5.0"(not useful for the tutorial, but essential to use the Product Support Tool For Store 5.0 category).

How to download and flash stock ROM

Run Nokia Care Suite software and double-click on theData Package Manager category. Make sure that Nokia Care Suite Server is selected and click on Ok.

* If for one reason or another, the authentication with the Nokia Care Suite Server is not performed, so click on Work offline and on Ok. In the top left of the Data Package Manager window, click on File, on Work Online and on Ok.

* Fill in the two parameters Product Type and Product Code. Click on Search button. Right-click on the file found and click on Download Selected and wait the completed download to 100%.

* For only those, who have downloaded Stock ROM without using the Data Package Manager category, you must copy the downloaded files in the following directory:C:/ProgramData/Nokia/Packages/Products/RM-XXX(where XXX is your RM (RM-XXX = Product Type, and you can find your RM with the link Product Type & Product Code), for example for me with my Nokia X it is RM-980).
* Run Nokia Care Suite software and double-click on the Product Support Tool For Store 5.0 category. Click on Work offline. Stay in mode No connection.

In top left of the Product Support Tool For Store 5.0 window, click on File and then on Open Product. Find your Android Nokia, or in the Filter box, tap on keyboard the Product Type of your Android Nokia (in my case, a (RM-980) Nokia X) and select your Android Nokia. Then click on Open. Click on Programming, and then click on Recovery.

Click on Update list. Select the Stock ROM downloaded. Click on Start. Wait a little that Product Support Tool For Store 5.0 verifies of data Packages integrity then it starts flashing operation, and it will show you an error (it indicates that the application has lost the connection, but this is normal because the phone is not connected).

Connect the USB end into the USB port of your PC. Turn off your Android Nokia. Press and keep the Volume Down button and the Power button. Once a vibration felt, release the Power button. Release the Volume Down button after 15 seconds. Connect the other USB end to the USB port of your Android Nokia. Click on Retry in Recovery window.

If a error message like this during flashing:"MSG_INVALID_SIZE_SECURE_FLASH_RESP: 0x00040006" If that happens, try changing the USB port where your Android Nokia is connected. For example, if it’s a USB 3.0 port, try to connect it to a USB 2.0 port.

* If a message like this during flashing: "You have chosen not assigned product code for this device, do you wish to continue?" This is normal, it just means that the Product Code/Stock ROM chosen does not matches with that of the Android Nokia. But do not worry, this is quite normal. Click on OK.

* Wait the flashing process. Click on Close.
* Congratulations the process of flash is complete.

If you want to enjoy vanilla Android experience on your Nokia XL, the best way is to go and install CM10 also known as Cyanogen Mod 10. Since the ROM is still pretty much a WIP, we suggest you not to use it as your daily driver. In fact there are some know problems or bugs.

ON_IOC_ALLOC error warning Out of memory (in logcat)
Fast drain battery
Latest Facebook & Messenger not working (use old Facebook app)
FM radio not working (same thing before ported)

Here is what is working so far:

Wifi
Dual sim 3G/2G
Camera Front/Rear working fine
All Sensor
Rotation 0,90, & 270 degrees
CPU performance (Over clocking)
Micro phone
Speaker
Bluetooth
GPS

Here is its installation procedure:

1. Make sure you have its custom recovery installed
2. We suggest installing TWRP (touch recovery).
3. Download CM10 zip file from bottom link.
4. Copy it to SD card
5. Go to Recovery mode by pressing both Volume up + Power button
6. Select the zip and flash it.
7. Just wait to finish and enjoy.

• Get the download links from this XDA thread

Get CWM clock work mod recovery for Nokia XL

CWM also known as Clock work mod recovery lets you install custom firmwares and unauthorized stuff on your Nokia XL. The CWM for Nokia XL is same as the one for Nokia X but has build.prop modified. To install it use the Nokia X Flasher tool and flash recovery partition.

CWM 6.0.2.8 for Nokia XL, Kernel for the Nokia XL

The CWM for Nokia XL is made from Cyanogen Mod 11 sources and kernel sources by Nokia. It shall be noted that you will void the warranty by flashing this CWM on your Nokia XL. 

• Download the CWM for it from here.
• Nokia X Flash tool link.

Lenovo has made its new mobile workstation ThinkPad W550S official and it will replace the current model ThinkPad W540 by offering the newest Intel Core i7 fifth generation processor and latest Nvidia Quadro graphics cards in an even thinner and lighter chassis.

The Lenovo ThinkPad W550S was launched during the Autodesk University 2014 event. This model is more compact and slim than its predecessors measuring 380.6 mm x 258.2 mm x 22.4 mm. There is a touch-panel model as well which has thickness of 23.3 mm.

Since it is a ThinkPad you get all the usual perks like Lenovo Precision keyboard with or without backlight, dedicated numeric keypad and TrackPoint. You also get fingerprint biometric sensor and optional smart card reader. Intel vPro technology is also present in Lenovo ThinkPad W550S.

There are two choices in the resolution department – one is full HD panel with a 300 nits brightness and second is 2880 x 1620 pixel IPS panel with 350 nit brightness.

Lenovo ThinkPad W550S specifications

Display: 15.5 inch FHD TN 300 nit, IPS 3K 350-nit, with or without touch
CPU: Intel Core i7 dual-core fifth generation
GPU: Nvidia Quadro K620M 2 GB
RAM: 16 GB max
Storage: HDD 1 TB or 512 GB SSD
Ports + connectivity: 3x USB ports, Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11n / ac Wi-Fi, optional 4G-LTE, Gigabit Ethernet
Battery life: 2x 3 cell 23 Wh / 44 Wh or 2x 6 cell 48 Wh / 72 Wh.

The GoClever Insignia 550i can be used both as smartphone or as tablet as its company has equipped it with a massive display measuring 5.5 inches. This makes it perfect for making video calls, internet surfing, watching HD movies or for playing video games.

The new device from GoClever also stands out for posing a minimalistic design. The phone is mere 9 mm thick and thin and light enough to carry around in jeans pocket.

The GoClever Insignia 550i specifications include full HD 5.5 inch display packing 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, 8 gigabyte of flash storage and micro SD card slot capable of accepting up to 32GB cards. There are two camera on it, one 2MP in front and another 13MP on rear with flash. It runs Android 4.4 kitkat operating system.

GoClever Insignia 550i connectivity options include GPS / A-GPS, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, the integrated FM radio, a USB port, a 3.5mm audio jack, one slot for dual-SIM and a battery with capacity of 2500mAh.

With such powerful configuration, the GoClever Insignia 550i is indeed an excellent choice for both businessmen and people who are planning to use as media consumption tool. GoClever is giving 24 month warranty with it. Price is 299 euros.

If you are on stock ROM on your new Galaxy Note Edge and sick of all the bloatware Samsung bundled, XDA developers have released a bloat removal tool that you can use not only bloat but also Knox.

* Aroma Wipe option
** Cache Wipe: Wipes cache & dalvik-cache partitions
** Debloat Wipe: Default: Wipes data/app, cache & dalvik-cache partitions. Data saved on int/ext storage is NOT wiped. BACKUP first!
* Aroma KNOX removal option
* Aroma Stock Bloatware removal options
* Aroma Carrier bloatware removal options.

Here is how to install the Note Edge bloat removal tool.

* First, backup your data and apps with Titanium Backup app or similar
* Backup your ROM with CWM Recovery to external sdcard
* Flash with CWM Recovery for Note Edge.

• Download link.