Yu Yureka First OS Bug-fix OTA Update Rolling Out

Micromax Yu Yureka has received it first update that brings incrmental bug fixes. The CyanogenMod OS XNPH05Q update is being rolled out over-the-air (OTA).

The incrmental update brings security fixes and improvements for the proximity sensor and dual SIM functionality.

The update package weighs 73MB and is being rolled over-the-air in phases. You can manually check if the update is available for your device by going to Settings>About>Software Update.

After the update process is complete, the model number of the device will change to AO5510 and the baseband version will be changed to MPSS.DPM.1.0.2.cl-00064.

In other news 15,000 units of Micromax's Yu Yureka that was available for purchase today via Amazon India, was sold out in just 4 seconds.

Micromax's Yu Launch Cyanogen OS-powered Yureka Smartphone in India

Micromax launched its first smartphone with Cyanogen under the Yu brand - The Yu Yureka for Rs. 8,999.

The handset gets launched under the slogan 'Yu play god' indicating the high level of control users can get over their smartphones. The unique selling point of Yu handset is that they run on CyanogenMod-powered Android OS, with added features over stock Android.

One of the world's top 10 handset maker, Micromax has an exclusive partnership with US-based operating system maker Cyanogen for making CyanogenMod the OS base on the new device.

The handset will be available on a flash sale via Micromax online retail partner, Amazon India. Registrations on the Amazon website to buy the device opens on Friday at 2 pm with sales scheduled to begin in the second week of January.'

Coming to the specs, The handset features a 5.5-inch 720p IPS display and is protected by Gorilla Glass. It is powered by a 64-bit 1.5GHz octa-core Snapdragon 615 SoC, Adreno 405 GPU and paired with 2GB RAM and 16GB Internal storage with microSD card support upto 32GB.

Camera features include 13-megapixel autofocus camera with a Sony EXMOR CMOS sensor at the rear, and a 5MP shooter at front. Connectivity options include  Bluetooth 4.0, Micro-USB, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, and a 3.5mm audio jack. The handset also features dual-SIM support, with slots for Micro-SIM cards (4G+3G).

The device is powered by  3000mAh battery which delivers upto 8 hours, standby time up to 310 hours, video playback time of up to six hours, and gaming up to 4 hours.

The rooting on the YU handset will not void the warranty and the company will be providing an unlockable bootloader, kernel source and full Android build tree. Micromax is offering India-specific storefront for apps and themes and promise for frequent updates. The brand will also provide free replacements and repairs at the user's doorstep.

One of the world's top 10 handset maker, Micromax has an exclusive partnership with US-based operating system maker Cyanogen for making CyanogenMod the OS base on the new device.

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One of the world's top 10 handset maker, Micromax has an exclusive partnership with US-based operating system maker Cyanogen for making CyanogenMod the OS base on the new device.

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OnePlus One 64GB variant Launched at Rs. 21,999 on Amazon India

The OnePlus One has been finally launched in India. The handset will be sold exclusively on Amazon India using the invite system.

The 64GB variant of the OnePlus One went on sale via invites from Tuesday exclusively on Amazon. The 64GB variant is priced at Rs. 21,999 and is available in Sandstone Black colour variant.

The OnePlus handset features a 5.5 inch full HD display. The device is powered by a 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor paired with 3GB of RAM. The device runs CyanogenMod 11S, a custom ROM built on open-source Android KitKat. The mod  offers tons of options to users to tweak and mould various aspects of the device as per their own liking.

OnePlus has promised it will roll out a custom build of Android 5.0 Lollipop to Indian users in December, a production ready build will be available in February.

Camera features include a 13-megapixel rear camera 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Connectivity features  include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC functionality. It is powered by a 3100mAh non-removable battery.

The official accessories for the OnePlus One, which include a screen protector, protective case, flip cover, and Silver Bullet and JBL E1+ earphones are listed on Amazon which will be available starting December 4.

The OnePlus screen protector and protective case are priced at Rs 399 and Rs 449 respectively. Flip covers are priced at Rs 699, and are available in black, white and blue hues.The OnePlus JBL E1+ has been priced at Rs 1,860. The earphone features 9mm drivers, a 3.5mm connector, 1.2m cable, and in-line three-button remote with a microphone to take calls, skip tracks and take photos. The OnePlus Silver Bullet earphones is priced Rs 899 which features a brushed aluminium casing, and also offer an in-line remote.

OnePlus One to go on Sale in India via Amazon on December 2

OnePlus and Amazon have announced that the OnePlus One will go on sale in India via Amazon on December 2. Last week, Amazon started posting teasers of the OnePlus One that confirmed The OnePlus One launch in India.

As reported earlier, the OnePlus One smartphone will be available for purchase only for users with invites. Users in India will receive India-specific invites from OnePlus and Amazon. Only 1,000 invites will be sent to the users, and they will have to purchase the OnePlus within 48 hours of getting it.

OnePlus will also be selling its official accessories via Amazon which includes Flip cover, Bamboo StyleSwap Cover, and Silver Bullet Earphones. Other accessories announced as 'coming soon' include the Screen Protector, Protective Case, Clear Case, and JBL E1+ Earphones.

Pete Lau, CEO of OnePlus said,  

“Our company focuses first on our users and our product. We want to provide the best possible experience for our Indian users who have been so supportive of our vision. To do that, we are investing heavily in our Indian operations and partnering with the fastest growing and most admirable e-commerce company in the market, Amazon.in”

 Amit Agarwal, VP and Country Manager, Amazon India, added,

"We are very excited to bring this much awaited phone for our customers in India. And we are having real fun with the unique marketing initiatives for the launch. It fits right into our philosophy of bringing wide and unique selections and experiences for our customers."

Coming to the specs the OnePlus features a 5.5 inch full HD display. The device is powered by a 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor paired with 3GB of RAM. The device runs CyanogenMod 11S, a custom ROM built on open-source Android KitKat.

Camera features include a 13-megapixel rear camera 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Connectivity features  include 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC functionality. It features a 3100mAh non-removable battery.

The device comes in two storage variants - 16GB in Silk White and 64GB in Sandstone Black.

Pricing details will be announced on the launch event on December 2. The OnePlus  is expected to be priced below Rs.25000.