Nokia X gets first source-built custom Android ROM

The Nokia X family of devices based on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) was announced at the sidelines of the MWC 2014. The Nokia X family can run Android apps, and until now users could also root the Nokia X to run Google's Android apps (including the Play Store) and other Google services like the Google Now.

 

Now according to a report, the Nokia X has received its first source-built AOSP Jellybean 4.1.2 build based on Code Aurora). Senior XDA developer dhacker29, is said to be the person behind this custom Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean ROM for the Nokia X.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Becomes First Smartphone To Support Fingerprint Recognition for Payments

While we all know that the Samsung Galaxy S5 is set to officially launch with a dedicated fingerprint scanner, we are yet to see some real-life demonstration related to the same. However, it seems like that wait is about to end.

According to a new report via MIT's Technology Review journal, the Galaxy S5 is the first smartphone to support the ability to use the Fingerprint Recognition feature for making PayPal payments.

What this means is that with the arrival of the Samsung Galaxy S5, owners of the smartphone will be able to make massive use of the device's in-built fingerprint sensor to make payments from anywhere in the world, assisted on the sides via the fingerprint recognition feature.

Lenovo launches four tablets in new A-series

Lenovo has introduced a new range of Android-powered tablets in the market - its new A-series. Four new tablets have been introduced, specifically, Lenovo A7-30, A7-50, A8 and A10. Lenovo will be launching the A-series tablets in Q2 2014, and has provided UK pricing for three of the four tablets.

While all A-series four tablets run on an unspecified quad-core processor, the Lenovo A7-30, A8 and A10 tablets come with Dolby enhanced dual-front speakers. Unfortunately, detailed specifications have not yet been provided by Lenovo.