The MIUI 8.2.1.0 Global Stable update for Redmi Note 3 (Snapdragon variant) comes with some awful features, bug fixes, performance and stability improvement. New features includes swipe to delete Lockscreen notifications, new system sounds and ringtones, option to add battery saver toggle in the notification shade, antivirus scans for the apps installed not from Google Play, and more. To install the MIUI 8.2.1.0 update, your Redmi Note 3 should be runs on MIUI V5, MIUI 6, MIUI 7, or MIUI 8 Global stable ROM....

In the new version of Play Store app (v3.9.16), there is an option to remove apps from “My apps” section (My apps –>ALL). You can select multiple apps by long pressing on them. Another major change of Play Store app V3.9.16 is its ability to remember your position in a list. As in previous version, you don’t need to scroll down to the list again after you check an app’s description....

However, a simple app called ‘BixRemap’ lets you remap the Bixby button on Galaxy S8/S8+ to launch Google Now, but in a different way. Thanks to the developer Dave Bennett, when you press the dedicated Bixby button, first it looks for Bixby assistant in the foreground and launches Google Now on top of it. If you are interested to launch the Google Now instead of Bixby by pressing the Bixby button, try the BixRemap app....

In addition, there are two different ‘levels’ for unlocking the bootloader on Nexus 6P – basic and critical. For normal customization, such as flashing system images, custom recovery, custom ROM, boot images, etc. ‘basic’ level (fastboot flashing unlock) is sufficient. However, for crucial operations like flashing custom bootloaders needs the “critical” level (fastboot flashing unlock_critical). Critical level will remove any security restriction. The new unlocking/relocking commands includes: fastboot flashing unlock fastboot flashing lock fastboot flashing unlock_critical fastboot flashing lock_critical fastboot flashing get_unlock_ability Before unlocking the bootloader, keep in mind that the process will void your Nexus 6P manufacturer warranty....

Last month OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS Open Beta 19/10 with all new OnePlus Launcher v2.1 and various other changes, but the OxygenOS Open Beta 20/11 includes only a few fixes and optimizations. Below is the official changelog of OxygenOS Open Beta 20/11 for OnePlus 3/3T. Changelog of OxygenOS Open Beta 20/11 Optimization? Bug Fixes? OxygenOS Open Beta enables users’ early access to new features. However, note that the OTA update is available for those users who have signed up for the beta program....

Interested users can tryout the new features of CyanogenMod 14.1 on their OnePlus 3 right now by installing the ROM via custom recovery. Note that the CyanogenMod 14.1 is an experimental build, which means the ROM is unstable, contain several bugs, missing many features and cannot be used as a daily driver. Also note that Google not yet released the stable version of Android 7.1 for supported devices. If you are excited to try the new features of official CyanogenMod 14....

OxygenOS Open Beta 32 and 23 brings new auto pick up gesture for incoming call, new features to Gallery app, application data migration for OnePlus Switch app, as well as February 2018 security patch, general bug fixes and improvements. Devices run OxygenOS Open Beta channel will receive the new update via OTA. Other users can download the factory image and install it onto the device manually via Fastboot. The installation process is not too complicated, but requires knowledge on ADB and fastboot....

Unlocked bootloader is a mandatory for installing TWRP custom recovery, getting root access, installing custom ROMs, customizing the device as per users needs, and do various other things on the handset. Unofficial bootloader unlock method has been available for Realme 1 and Realme 2 Pro, but it will void device’s warranty and chances for bricking the device is high. We will provide detailed guide on how to unlock bootloader of Realme 1 and Realme 2 Pro once the option is officially available....

Along with many cool features, Realme UI adds a new aesthetic to your phone with a set of new artistic wallpapers and animating wallpapers. You can download Realme UI’s new artistic wallpapers in FHD+ resolution (1080 x 2340 pixels) from the link below for your phone. Realme UI will enhance overall system performance as it optimizes the background process, has better RAM management, and improved touch response. Below are the main new features of the new UI....

As its name means, Skype Auto Recorder provides a silent automatic recording of Skype conversations from any contact or group of contacts you choose. Unlike other similar applications, this program does not limit your recording. Skype Auto Recorder is easy to configure and use. It doesn’t require any action after the initial configuration. You can filter contacts for recording and save records at different places and file name depending on contact names....

Microsoft’s free Hyperlapse app for Android is very simple to use and fast. Once you import a video or record a video, you can set a desired speed (from 1x to 32x times the normal speed) for the video and then creates time-lapse. You can also create Selfie lapses using your phone’s front camera. The output is smooth, stable and much more comfortable. Hyperlapse app also lets you share your timelapse video on different social networking sites and video sites such as WhatsApp, Facebook, Google+, YouTube, Gmail, etc....

The update is based on Android 7.0 Nougat, but you can experience most of the new features of the ROM. Xiaomi starts rolling out the MIUI 10 Global Beta 8.7.12 ROM for Redmi Note 4/4X. If you wish to install the ROM manually, then you can download it right now (link below) and flash as described below. MIUI 10 comes with a slew of changes and several features. You can experience Driving mode, full-screen gestures, AI camera Portrait (for enhanced photography experience), AI Preload (will reduce load times for apps and UI functions), new Recents app menu, Mi Smart Home integration, some Android 9....

MIUI V8.2.10.0 Global Stable ROM for Redmi Note 4X includes fix for issues with pop-ups after unmounting SD card, notification shade issues, problems with Bluetooth, and more. Also the update brings VoLTE support for Airtel and Android security patch level May, 2017 to Redmi 4X. Below are the main highlights of this update. Highlights of MIUI V8.2.10.0.MCFMIDL Global Stable build: MIUI V8.2.10.0 Global Stable OTA (over the air) updates starts rolling out for Redmi Note 4X, and it will take few days complete the roll out....

PhoneClean is quite simple and safe to use. Just with few simple steps, you can free up your device from unwanted files you have accumulated on it and enhance performance of it as well as make it more private by selectively removing private and sensitive data. In addition, PhoneClean is quite safe to use. As it creates full backups prior to any cleaning action, it is quite safe to use....

In this guide, we will show you how to root your 2nd Gen Moto G 2014 (XT1063, XT1068, XT1068 titan_retd) after the Android Lollipop update. In this tutorial, we use Chainfire’s CF-Auto-Root tool for rooting Moto G. This is one of the easiest, one-click root methods and it will install the SuperSU binary and APK on your phone. Root access on your Moto G (2014) gives vast opportunities such as backup/restore firmware, flash custom ROMs, and applies various tweaks; however, some of these processes will void your device WARRANTY, though you can restore the warranty by flashing the device with stock-ROM....

Android 7.0 Nougat will bring various new features and performance improvements to Galaxy A8 SM-A810S. You can experience TouchWiz Nougat features like improved UX, improved Split screen feature, Doze battery saving mode, redesigned notifications shade, and updated Android security patches and more. Samsung Galaxy A8 2016 stock Nougat update comes as build number A810SKSU1BQH1, which can be updated via Kies or manually via Odin tool. In experience users should wait for the OTA update....

Security firm Norton has released a free app called “Norton Spot Ad Detector” that lets you scan and identify apps that display intrusive ads on your device. Such spammy apps are usually considered as mobile adware or madware. Norton Spot Ad Detector spots such apps on your phone, so you can uninstall them instantly. Below are some common examples of madware behaviors: Collects your device’s phone number Collects location information Displays ads on your notification bar Adds icons or shortcuts to device screen Modifies your web browser bookmarks Replaces your dial tone with an audio ad Sends you ads through text messages Changes your web browser homepage...

But it is possible now with a Twitter tool called MultiDM. With this tool you can send direct messages (DM) to 12 different users at a time. It’s very simple to use. Just enter the TweetGuru MultiDM twitter app page and login with your Twitter account. Then you can send DM (or private tweets) multiple users. Visit TweetGuru MultiDM page here. (Via) – Also see Twitter direct message bulk deleter

SlideLock works well on Android 4.4 devices, but can also be installed on any device running Android 4.1 and later, but some applications may not function as they should. Keep in mind that, it is not always a good decision to have all your notifications on the lockscreen. SlideLock features the followings: – Receive all your notifications directly on your lockscreen. – Swipe the screen to the right to unlock, swipe it to the left to access camera – Actionable detailed notifications, swipe to the right to open, swipe to the left to dismiss – Custom status bar – Screen wakes up for a short time when receiving a notification, allowing you to perform a quick check without having to touch the device Of course, Android has a good notification option natively on lockscreen, but if you are looking for a better alternative, it is worth to try SlideLock....

Today’s guide lets you know what is new in Slim6 stable version and how to install it manually on your Android phone. Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow based Slim6 ROM is the slimmed down version of AOSP (Android open source project) ROM, but at the same time a feature rich alternative to all other android operating systems. Slim6 stable version supported devices includes OnePlus One, OnePlus 2, OnePlus 3, OnePlus X, Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 5X, Nexus 6, Nexus 6P, Nexus 7, Nexus 9, Moto E, Samsung Galaxy Tab, LG G2, HTC One M7, HTC One M8 and HTC One M9....