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A custom kernel has been released by XDA developers that features A53 Overclocking; Sweep2sleep; init.d support, USB Quick charge, Disable SELinux, RIC, Add SIO, FIOPS, Headphone quality improvement and other misc optimizations.

 

USB fast charge depends on your computer. In our test conditions, it increased the current for 500ma to 700ma. It shall be noted that the processor clock while overclocking does not stick.

So lets say, you set it to 1708 and it resets back to default, do not fret as it is completely normal. The overclocking is performed by the Qualcomm core and one does not need to set it manually. 

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Sony Xperia android handsets are well known for having small and high resolution icons. An XDA developer user has just released an icon set that is inspired from the new  Sony Xperia Z5 android phone. It will not only give your phone material look but also native Sony user interface feel. This android hack also themes some core applications like calculator.

 

To install the Sony Xperia Z5 icon set, you will need Root access; Recovery ( Or you can install them manually ) and Super User mode ( Not important but recommended ).

If you are a Android lollipop user, flash the file using recovery and clear your cache. And if you are a kitkat user, extract the file using root explorer and install them manually. Also, don’t forget to set the permissions for ” RW-R–R– “.

MP4 is currently the most popular video format and is playable on almost every media device out there, except for the DVD player that can only handle AVI format. So, while you can easily the MP4 file on Android, iPhone, windows phone, windows computer or Mac, you will not be able to play it on the DVD player. In order to play on DVD player, one must convert the file to AVI format that is natively playable.

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If you transfer DVD file on your Samsung Galaxy Note phone or any phone, you will not be able to it natively as the built in media player only supports MP4 and some other video formats. DVD files are combination of video, audio, menus and subtitles and often consume a lot of space. So, one must convert the DVD files to MP4 file format that is easily playable on a multimedia device. MP4 has now become a universal video format, supporting android, iPhone, iPad, windows phone and even desktop OS like windows and Macintosh.

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Acer has introduced two new desktop PCs with Windows 10. One is Acer U5-710 and second is Acer M1-601. First is an all in one computer and is only 37mm thick. Acer U5-710 specifications include Intel Core i7 and i5 processors based on new Intel Skylake platform, Nvidia GeForce graphics card, up to 16GB RAM, essential ports (HDMI I / O, DC Jack, Ethernet, USB 2.0 and 2 x USB 3.0, TV tuner) organized at the back. The screen of the Acer U5-710 measures 23.8 inches and pack full HD resolution.

Acer U5-710 screen supports multi touch input as well that offers great viewing angles and flicker less technology. Dolby Digital along with Acer True Harmony technologies ensure your room is filled with rich sound.

On the other hand, Acer M1-601 is a small PC that is based on the concept where the user can customize his PC without having to open it. This is done using the blocks concept where each blocks adds a certain functionality.

For instance, there is a block that adds 500GB hard disk, there is one for wireless charging and so on.

The Acer M1-601 specifications include Intel Pentium or Celeron processor with Intel HD integrated graphics, up to 8GB DDR4 RAM and a volume of 125 x 125 mm.

Asus has announced a revamped version of its famous full desktop system, ROG G11. It is now equipped with Intel Skylake six generation processor and latest Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 graphics, DDR4 RAM and PCI M.2 Express SSD. Asus ROG G11 Specifications are given below.

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Gigabyte has announced Gaming 3 H170 D3 motherboard for users who were looking for a board that supported the new Intel Skylake platform and at the same time, have limited budget. Gigabyte is the first manufacturer that launched Intel LGA1151 socket with DDR3 controller. The Skylake platform supports DDR3 and DDR4 interchangeably, allowing the motherboard manufacture to decide the type of memory controller. Gigabyte Gaming 3 H170 D3 Specifications say that it has DDR3 controller in order to keep the overall costs low.

This means that the people buying the Gigabyte Gaming 3 H170 D3 should not go for the DDR4 RAMs as they simply would not work with it. It requires a 24-pin connector and 8-pin EPS power supply to operate. It employs a VRM power phases to provide to the processor, which is linked to four DDR3 memory sockets and PCI-Express 3.0 x16 socket.

Speaking of expansion slots, Gigabyte Gaming 3 H170 D3 Specifications include one PCI-Express 3.0 x16 x4 that is electrically linked to PCH, two PCI-Express 3.0 x1 and two PCI “legacy”. With regard to storage, Gigabyte has integrated two M.2 32 Gb / s, two SATA-Express 16 Gb / s and six SATA June 3 Gb / s slots. USB connectivity is included as well in form of eight USB 3.0 ports (four on the back of the plate).

The Gigabyte H170 Gaming 3 D3 has HDMI, DVI and D-Sub video, including sound AMP-UP high quality network card Killer E2200 which as you know is able to prioritize P2P packets to improve latency in online games, and as always, all other features Gigabyte Gaming, including dual BIOS. It is expected to hit the market soon at a price around 100 euros.

Zotac has announced the latest addition to its catalog of complete systems, the Zbox Magnus EN970. It comes equipped with everything necessary to provide users an immersive gaming experience in full HD resolution with a desktop PC that occupies very little space. The ZBOX Magnus EN970 specifications include Intel Core i5 fifth generation processor,

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