Author: Aniruddh

Samsung Galaxy J5 Android Marshmallow Update Start Seeding
Samsung has started rolling out much awaited Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update for Galaxy J5 2015 smartphones in India. The size of the update is 874.18MB which includes latest security patch as well.

The changelog of new Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update includes change in looks of system settings and notification bar, tweak in animation all over the system, performance improvement, advanced power saving mode(Doze mode which restricts the background data and extends battery life), Google Now on tap etc.

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You will get a notification on the latest software update if you have enabled the automatic software updates. If not, you can manually check for the updates. As update is large in size, it is highly recommended to download via Wi-Fi rather than mobile data. Below is the step by step guide on how to update Galaxy J5 to Android 6.01 Marshmallow.

Samsung Galaxy J5 Android 6.0 Marshmallow update via OTA
- Go to settings->About device.
- Tap on to Check for Software update.
- If updates are available, you will get a onscreen instruction to complete the update.
It is worth noting that, Samsung has launched Galaxy J5 2016 which runs on Android 6.0 out of the box. One of most advertised feature of the device is S-Bike mode. Though Galaxy J5 2015 has got S-Bike mode, it lacks NFC. Hence, users are not able use the function fully. However, latest Galaxy J5 comes with NFC which allows users to use S-Bike mode as advertised.

It is good to see manufacturers are rolling out latest software updates to its budget smartphones. This week, Asus has started rolling Android Marshmallow update to its Zenfone Max and Zenfone Laser smartphones.

There is no official communication regarding the Galaxy J7 Android Marshmallow update. However, it expected to hit smartphone very soon.
June 14, 2016
Android Marshmallow update for Zenfone Max and Zenfone Laser
Asus has started rolling out Android 6.0 update to all variant of Zenfone Max and Zenfone Laser smartphones. This will bring in new features such as revamped app permission, Google Now on tap, Battery saver feature which called as Doze to name few.

The Taiwanese company officially announced the news via its official ZenTalk forum. The over the air update rollout will take a week to completely “auto push” to devices. Users of Zenfone Max and Zenfone Laser of all variant can manually check by following the steps given below.

How to update Zenfone Max and Zenfone Laser to Android 6.0 Marshmallow

Before updating your devices to Android 6.0, you need to aware of few things which are mentioned below.
- Update will have around 1GB of size. Hence, ensure you have enough space to download and install the update.
- As the size of the update is big, it is highly recommended to download the update via Wi-Fi.
- Android Marshmallow update for Zenfone Max and Zenfone Laser will not support transfer of apps to microSD. Hence transfer all your apps to internal storage.
- Several preloaded apps such as Asus Email, Asus Calendar, and Asus Messaging will be removed after the update. Company suggests users to use Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Messenger for relevant services.
- Lastly, ensure battery has minimum 40% of charge.
Now here is the guide to check for Android 6.0 update manually.
- Go to settings-> About
- Tap on to “System update” and then “Check Update”.
- Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update.
The models which are getting Android 6.0 update are ZenFone 2 Laser 5-inch (model number ZE500KL), ZenFone 2 Laser 5.5-inch (model number ZE550KL), and ZenFone Max (model number ZC550KL). Other smartphones from Zenfone 2 series will also start getting the Marshmallow update in near future. You can get more Asus latest software update news from the official ZenTalk forums.

Asus has recently launched upgrade version of Zenfone Max. It comes with Snapdragon 615 and 2GB/3GB RAM variants. The device runs on Android 6.0 out of the box. It packs massive 5000 mAh battery which not only provides excellent battery life, it also works as a powerbank. You can read more on this in my previous post Asus Zenfone Max Review.
June 12, 2016
Yu Yunicorn Review- Pros and Cons
Yu Yunicorn is the latest offering from Yu Televenture which is promised to offer full fledged flagship like smartphone from an Indian OEM. The main USP of the device are 4000 mAh battery, metal unibody with lightly brushed look and 4GB of RAM. Here is the quick Yu Yunicorn review based on the pros and cons.

Yu Yunicorn design and build is highly influenced by Meizu M3 Note. It looks very much the same except the brushed metal finish. It is bit on the heavier side at 172 grams and has thickness of 8.5mm. The device comes with hybrid sim slot which means that, you can use either 2 sim cards or 1 sim card with microSD card.

Yu Yunicorn sports 5.5 inch full HD display screen with NEG (Nippon Electric Glass) protection. The viewing angles, sunlight legibility and colour reproduction are decent. With our Yu Yunicorn review unit we have not facing any issues with touch response.

Yu Yunicorn is powered by octa-core MediaTek Helio P10 SoC, clocked at 1.8GHz coupled with 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Overall performance is average. However there is a minor shuttering and lags observed. The gaming experience is just average and didn’t justify to the hype this smartphone created.

Yu Yunicorn houses 13MP primary camera with Omnivision PureCel OV13853 image sensor, f/2.2 aperture lens, dual-LED flash and full HD video recording capabilities. The photos taken had good colours but lacked sharpness and details. One more annoying thing with the camera is slow autofocusing. The camera has electronic image stabilisation which reduces shakiness while recording videos. However, video output is just average.

One segment where Yu Yunicorn performs well is in the battery segment. With regular usage, battery lasted for more than 1 and half days. In video loop test, battery lasted for 14 and half hours which is decent. Fast charging is not available. However, battery charges to 20 percent with half an hour of charging. It would have been great if it provided option to work as power bank which we have seen on Zenfone Max smartphones.

Yu Yunicorn Review Summary: It has got a decent display screen, reasonably good build and great battery life. But looking at the competition, Yu Yunicorn is not even close to its competitors such as Redmi Note 3, Moto G4, LeEco Le 2 or Lenovo ZUK Z1.

Yu Yunicorn Review- Merits and Demerits

Pros of Yu Yunicorn
- Decent build quality.
- Great battery life.
- Useful software services.
Cons of Yu Yunicorn
- Below average camera performance.
- Average overall performance.
- No Android 6.0 out of the box.
- No FM Radio.
- Hybrid sim card slot.
June 12, 2016
LeEco Le 2 Features Specification Price
LeEco Le 2 is the successor to last years Le 1s. It comes with upgraded specifications and features. The key upgrades includes powerful SoC, better camera and USB Type-C audio port featuring CDLA.

The new LeEco Le 2 is powered by Octa Core Snapdragon 652 Soc with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. It comes with 16MP rear camera and 8MP front camera. Le 2 sports 5.5 inch full HD display screen which has Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

LeEco Le 2 Key Features
- 5.5 inch full HD display screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.
- Octa Core Snapdragon 652 Soc with 3GB of RAM.
- 32GB of internal storage.
- 16MP primary camera with f/2.0, PDAF and Dual tone LED flash.
- 8MP front facing camera.
- 3000 mAh battery with fast charging support.
- USB Type-C port with CDLA(Continual Digital Lossless Audio).
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LeEco Le 2 Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of LeEco Le 2 in India?

The price of Le 2 in India is Rs. 11,999. The device will be available for purchase via flash sales through Flipkart and Le Mall.

What type of sim cards new LeEco Le 2 accepts?

It is a dual sim smartphone and accepts 2 nano sim cards.

What are the dimensions of the device?

It measures 151.1×74.2×7.7mm and weighs 153 grams.

What are the sensor available in Le 2?

It has Fingerprint, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Gravity, Proximity, Ambient light, Hall and Infrared sensors.

Does LeEco Le 2 has VoLTE?

Out of the box, device does not comes with VoLTE support. However, company said that it will have VoLTE very soon via OTA update.

Does it has 3.5mm headphone jack?

No. LeEco is providing USB Type-C audio port with CDLA. This according to company will offer much improved audio output. However using an adaptor, 3.5mm compatible earphones can be used.

What are the connectivity options?

The connectivity options in the device includes Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, HSPA+, 4G/LTE, Bluetooth and USB Type C reversible connector.
June 11, 2016
LeEco Le Max2 FAQ Feature Specification Price
LeEco has launched 2nd generation smartphones Le Max2 and Le2 at its 2future event held at New Delhi on 8th June 2016. Both LeEco Le2 and Le Max 2 comes with lot of improvement in terms of hardware configuration with same price tag of its predecessor. In this post we will have quick look into the new features of Le Max 2 and FAQ.

Key new features of LeEco Le Max2
- 5.7 inch Super retina display screen with 2560×1440 pixel resolution.
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 Soc.
- 4GB RAM with 32GB internal storage or 6GB RAM with 64GB internal storage options.
- 21MP primary camera with OIS, Dual LED flash,f/2.0 and PDAF.
- 8MP front facing camera with f/2.2.
- 3100 mAh battery with fast charging.
- USB Type-C port with CDLA(Continual Digital Lossless Audio).
- New Fingerprint scanner.
- Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, HSPA+ and 4G/LTE.
LeEco Le Max2 Frequently asked questions

What are different variants of Le Max2?

It will be available in two variants based on RAM and internal storage. One comes with 4GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage and another one has 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.

What is the price of Le Max2 in India? Where can I buy?

LeEco Le Max2 will be available via LeMall and Flipkart. The prices are given below.
- Le Max2 with 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage price is Rs.22,999.
- Le Max2 with 8GB RAM and 64GB internal storage price is Rs.29,000.
When can I buy Le Max 2?

LeEco Le Max 2 will be available via flash sales. The first flash sales happens on 28th June. Registration will be open from 20th June 2016.

What type of sim cards Le Max2 accepts?

Le Max2 is a dual sim Android smartphone. It accepts two nano sim cards.

Does it has microSD card support?

No.

What is CDLA?

CDLA is a proprietary technology developed by LeEco. CDLA stands for Continual Digital Lossless Audio. It represents a digital architecture that enables end-to-end lossless digital music transmission, which is the world’s first continual digital lossless audio standard created by LeEco. In simple words, CDLA delivers better audio output than a traditional 3.5mm headphone jack according to the company. It is still a wired solution like 3.5 mm audio jack.

What are the sensors available on Le Max2?

It has Fingerprint scanner, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Gravity, Proximity, Ambient light, Hall and infrared.

Does Le Max 2 has any protective glass?

Yes. It has Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for the protection.

Which Android version Le Max 2 comes out of the box?

The device runs on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow out of the box with LeEco’s customised EUI 5.6.

What is new in Fingerprint scanner?

In the launch event, LeEco said that, the new fingerprint scanner which are available on Le Max 2 and Le 2 can detect even if your finger is wet or has oil/greece.

What is battery on Le Max2? Does it has fast charging?

It comes with 3100 mAh battery. Yes. It has quick charge 2.0 feature.
June 9, 2016