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Download CM11 for Galaxy S1, Android 4.4 CyanogenMod 11 kitkat operating system

CyanogenMod 11 for the Samsung Galaxy S1 is now available for download which allows Galaxy S users to enjoy vanilla Android experience that is free of bloat ware.

How to download and install CM11 on Samsung Galaxy S 1

Are you first time flashing CM11 to your Galaxy S (or coming from another ROM)?

* If you’re on a ROM prior to 2.3, upgrade to 2.3 is recommended.
* Root your device and install ClockworkMod Recovery.
* Reboot into Recovery using 3-button-combo
* Do a Nandroid backup!
* WIPE (wipe data/factory reset + wipe cache partition)
* Install the ROM from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery
* Optionally install the Google Addon

Upgrading from CM7/CM9?

* Do a Nandroid Backup
* WIPE (wipe data/factory reset + wipe cache partition)
* Install the ROM from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery
* Optionally install the Google Addon

Upgrading from CM10/10.1?

* Do a Nandroid Backup!
* Install the ROM from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery
* You will finally see a "set_metadata_recursive" status 7 error. That is normal.
* Reboot back into recovery (the reboot is required)
* Install the ROM again from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery
* Optionally restore /data from Nandroid Backup (the update will wipe your /data)
* Optionally install the Google Addon

Upgrading from CM10.2?

* Do a Nandroid Backup!
* Install the ROM from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery
* Optionally install the Google Addon

Upgrading from another build of CM11?

* Do a Nandroid Backup!
* Install the ROM from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery

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Nokia CC-3087 Review, excellent flip shell case for Lumia 530

Do you own a Nokia Lumia 530 and looking for an elegant way to protect that display? Well Nokia sells an official flip shell case for it and it does a great job. Called the Nokia CC-3087, the shell features a standard shell that replaces the rear shell of the phone, thus not adding any bulk to the phone.

At the same time you get instant access to all the buttons, audio jack and micro USB port. It is offered in three colors Orange, Green and Dark Grey and that that is shown in this review is in green color.

Nokia CC-3087 Review

We really recommend changing the color theme of your live tile to match the shell’s color.

The flip shell for the Nokia Lumia 530 has attractive, nice and functional design. It definitely adds a new twist to the idea of a shell to your new Lumia 530. We liked it and hope you too will like it.

Nokia CC-3087 Review, excellent flip shell case for Lumia 530

It retails for 20 pounds including VAT and is definitely an excellent option to add protection as well as little style to your Lumia 530 windows phone. 

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Apple Pay coming to China

According to a report by market watch, Apple is all set to bring its new Apple Pay mobile payment service to China. The company will be working in hand with the Union Pay of China to bring this service to the people.

For those who do not know about Union Pay, it is a government owned bank card association and has signed an agreement with Apple to let it use credit card in Apple Pay.

Release date of Apple Pay for USA is said to be sometime in October and it will come to China during the holiday season.

apple pay china

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X-Doria releases Engage Folio and Dash Folio One for iPhone 6 Plus

X-Doria has released Engage Folio and Dash Folio One for the Apple iPhone 6 Plus. The Engage Folio case has hard clear plastic back and faux leather front cover. There is a card slot on the back of the Engage Folio case for iPhone 6 Plus.

X-Doria Engage Folio and Dash Folio One for iPhone 6 Plus

Dash Folio One retails for 30 dollars and is quite similar to the Engage Folio. It however comes with more features. The case makes use of front cover as kickstand and its magnetic clasp keeps the flap from flapping.

xdoria engage folio iphone 6

The company sells Engage Folio in three colors – black, white and red and its retail price is 30 dollars.

Engage Folio features:

* Clear polycarbonate back
* Credit card / license slot
* Protects against scratches front, back and sides

Dash Folio One for iPhone 6 Plus

The Dash Folio One for iPhone 6 Plus retails for the same price but is offered in only black color.

Dash Folio One is a wallet, stand and case in one. A soft, leather-like cover protects the front of the iPhone. While inside, the iPhone fits into a slim, polycarbonate shell for a secure fit and added protection. Open the cover and use the Dash Folio One to position the iPhone in multiple angles for easy viewing and gaming. Card slots on the inside provide storage for credit cards or a license.

Features of Dash Folio One are given below:

* Multi-position stand
* Credit card/license slot
* Magnetic cover latch
* Protects against scratches front, back and sides

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Medion Akoya E1233T specifications, comes with 10 inch display and runs Windows 8

The Medion Akoya E1233T is a new 10-inch tablet with Windows 8.1 that is being offered at a price tag of 299 dollars. This Windows 8 tablet offers full HD IPS display, an Intel Atom CPU and 2 GB of RAM for uncompromising performance.

The Medion Akoya E1233T offers a very attractive bundle at an attractive price tag. It measures 258 x 172 x 10.1 and has a weight of 560 grams including battery.

Medion Akoya E1233T specifications

* Intel Atom Z3735F processor
* 2 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage
* Expandable via a 3 in 1 memory card reader. Supported formats are micro SD / SDHC / SDXC.
* 10.1 inch display with IPS panel technology and Ahva (Advanced Hyper-Viewing Angle)
* 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution with multi touch capability
* One micro USB 2.0 port, micro HDMI video output
* A combo audio jack for Line In and Out
* A 5 megapixel rear camera and a front 2-megapixel webcam
* Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 4.0 modules
* Battery life up to 7 hours
* Windows 8.1 operating system.

Medion Akoya E1233T

The Medion Akoya E1233T will be on sale from the last quarter of this year.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 208 210 specifications, new system on chips for low cost smartphones

Qualcomm has released two new processors that will target the low cost smartphones. This Californian chipmaker has always impressed us with their products and now they have created two SoC that will bring more advanced features to the smartphone devices at very low cost.

We are in fact very intrigued by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 that comes with integrated 4G LTE radio with carrier aggregation technology that allows the user to obtain high peak bandwidth.

The Snapdragon 210 supports dual SIM configuration that is very popular in developing countries like China. Recent stats show that the dual SIM feature is getting popularity in European countries as well.

the specifications of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 include support for the Bluetooth 4.0 and comes with Adreno 300 GPU on board that is capable of driving display with HD resolution and up to 8 megapixel cameras with full HD video support.

the specifications of snapdragon 208 are identical to the 210 but lacks 4G support. However it is 3G out of the box and has maximum resolution of 960 x 540 pixels. Companies call this resolution quarter HD.

snapdragon 208 210

Both of these new processors will be offered to the OEMs within the first half of year 2015.

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Toshiba WT7-C16 Mini Encore Windows 8 Tablet for just $120

Toshiba has launched a new WT7-C16 Mini Encore Windows 8 Tablet for just 120 dollars. It features 1024×600 pixel resolution and is powered by Intel Atom Z3537G processor which is fine enough to run the Windows 8.1 with Bing operating system smoothly. 

Toshiba WT7-C16 Mini Encore specifications

* Display: 7-inch, 1024 x 600 pixels
* Processor: Intel Atom Z3735G Bay Trail
* Graphics: Intel HD
* Memory: 1 GB DDR3L (1333 MHz)
* Connectivity: 1 x Micro-USB, 1 golf Micro-SD / SDHC / SDXC ( max 128 GB) Wi-Fi 802.11 BGN, * Bluetooth 4.0, 3.5mm audio jack
* Webcam: webcam 2 megapixel rear and 0.3 MP front
* Operating System: Windows 8.1
* Pre-loaded software: Microsoft Office 365 Personal
* Battery life: 72 hours
* Color: White (pure white)
* Dimensions: 119.8 x 199 x 10.9mm
* Weight: 350 grams

Toshiba WT7-C16 Mini Encore

The Toshiba WT7-C16 Mini Encore Windows 8 tablet measures just 12 x 20 x 1.1 cm and weighs 350 grams. We are hoping that the price will 119 euro when it comes to Europe.

Its Intel Atom Z3537G is a quad core 1.3 GHz processor which together with 1 gigabyte of RAM should be just fine to handle the windows operating system.

There are two cameras on the unit – one on the back and another one in the front. It will be made available during Christmas time.

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HP Elitebook 725 on sale in Europe, specifications and price information now available

HP Elitebook 725 is now available for purchase in Europe with a starting price tag of 742 euro. You get an ultra thin laptop with 21mm thickness and MIL-STD 810G certification which means it is resistant to shocks and falls.

The company bundles advanced security features such as HP Client Security with HP Sure Start with the Eitebook 725. Its specifications includes 12.75 inch HD display, a 2 megapixel webcam, Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.0 modules, two USB 3.0 ports, Display Port digital video output, an analog VGA, audio jacks for headphones and microphone, and a RJ-45 plug for connection to the wired networks. It measures 311 x 215 x 21 mm and weighs 1360 grams.

HP Elitebook 725

For storage you get 500GB hard disk but if you spend 990 euro, you get 256GB SSD and 8GB RAM. The starting model has only 4 gigabytes of memory. Battery life with its 3 cell battery is around seven hours on a single charge.

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Acer V15 V17 Aspire laptop coming to Europe in October, pricing details and specifications inside

Along with myriad laptops and tablets, Acer has released two big laptops at IFA 2014 even too. First is the Aspire V15 and second is V17 Nitro that feature 15.6 and 17.3 inch displays respectively.

The Acer V15 and V17 laptops will make their debut with a starting price of 799 Euros. There is a special edition for the even more demanding users called the Aspire Nitro V Black Edition. Unfortunately we do not have its release date and price tag.

The specifications of Acer Aspire V15 and V17 include Intel haswell processor, Nvidia GeForce GT 860M GPU, Dolby Digital Plus Home Theater system, solid state drive and wireless antenna.

Acer V15 V17 Aspire laptop

These laptops also come with cool boost turbo mode that allow the user to increase the fan speed by 19 percent that lowers the temperature of CPU and GPU by 11 percent. They feature Acer DustDefender technology which is an intelligent solution that eliminates the accumulations of powder with a fan in the chassis by blowing air with fan at high speed.

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Why Apple iPhone 6 sucks and disappoints tech community?

A working version of unreleased Apple iPhone 6 was leaked by our Chinese friends and it has already disappointed the tech community. We can already see what is new in this iPhone besides bigger display and chassis – Nothing.

Other than the iPhone 6 being able to pack two more rows of icons, it does nothing extra. We have been saying this for years now that Apple’s growth has stagnated and the interface is boring. It has not changed since the first iPhone.

It seems that other people are finally starting to think the same thing. However we are very sure that some people will be like OMG! one more row of icons.

OMG! one more row of icons

Also the apps on the home page look so small on that display. This phone, if what is to be released, its an existing design blown up to compete with the size of the Android devices.

We are extremely disappointed. This is not market innovation this is market regurgitation / stagnation to which they are just trying to catch up with Android. What is going to set this phone apart from android which, now holds the market share? We are very sure that the Windows Phone will surpass Apple’s market share by end of 2015.

Apple iPhone 6 sucks

Apple is clearly dependent on their blind fans and third party developers who are doing the dirty work and keeping the iPhone brand alive. The Cupertino giant should change their slogan to this now.

Yesterday’s technology at tomorrow’s prices.