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An XDA user Mackay has released an Android 4.4.4 ROM for the Samsung Galaxy S smartphone. The ROM is based on Android 4.4.4 kitkat and Cyanogen mod. Also to flash it you require Mackay’s own kernel that can be downloaded from here.

The ROM is close to stock and no additional application are included which also means that it is bloatware free. The best thing is that you can flash it over a Cyanogen mod ROM. Here are the installation instructions.

* Do a factory reset
* Flash ROM
* Flash gapps
* Reboot your phone

The ROM is backed by CM11.0 codebase and bnew kernel: 0.692: updated recovery to TWRP 2.8.0.0. The TWRP has orange theme. Video editor and demo video files have been removed to free up more space. 

Mackay kernel settings options include:
* WiFi PM mode selection
* BLX settings
* BLN activation
* Navbar selection
* Low RAM mode selection

• Download the ROM from here.

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

• Download the ROM from here.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.