New Android Malware Targets 12 Indian Banking Apps and Stealing Login Information: Quick Heal

Quick Heal Security Labs recently detected an Android Trojan Banking which explicitly targets banking apps. As per the report, this new Android malware targets 232 banking apps across the world, and the list includes 12 Indian banking apps from top-tier banks. The malware is known as Android.banker.A2f8a (Previously detected as Android.banker.A9480) as per Quick Heal.

“Like most other Android banking malware, even this one is designed for stealing login credentials, hijacking SMSs, uploading contact lists and SMSs on a malicious server, displaying an overlay screen (to capture details) on top of legitimate apps and carrying out other such malicious activities,” said Quick Heal in the report.


The malware Android.banker.A2f8a is being distributed through a fake Flash Player app on third-party stores. Once if the user installs the malicious app, it will keep on asking the user to activate admin rights. “And even if the user denies the request or kills the process, the app will keep throwing continuous pop-ups until the user activates the admin privilege. Once this is done, the malicious app hides its icon soon after the user taps on it,” the report added.


Once if the user grants admin rights to the application, the application carries out malicious tasks in the background. If it founds out any of the banking application out of the 232 apps installed on the smartphone, it will throw a fake login page by which it steals the login information.
Furthermore, the malicious application has the ability to intercept all incoming and outgoing SMSs from the infected device with which the attackers bypass the two-factor verification. And it also has the ability to transfer all the SMSs for your inbox to the service.

Image: Quick Heal

That’s not all; it has a few more functionalities. The malware can also set the device’s ringer volume to silent in order to suppress SMS notifications. Here’s the list of targeted banks in India:

• Axis Mobile
• HDFC Bank MobileBanking
• SBI Anywhere Personal
• HDFC Bank MobileBanking LITE
• iMobile by ICICI Bank
• IDBI Bank GO Mobile+
• Abhay by IDBI Bank Ltd
• IDBI Bank GO Mobile
• IDBI Bank mPassbook
• Baroda mPassbook
• Union Bank Mobile Banking
• Union Bank Commercial Clients

To stay away from this malicious attack, you should not install any flash player application, especially the ones with Adobe name. The flash player size is reportedly said to be 115KB. Also, Quick Heal noted that their security application detects this malware and alerts the user if any.

Bharti Airtel Adds VoLTE Support to Nokia 8, Nokia 6, and Nokia 2 Smartphones

Bharti Airtel has finally brought Voice over LTE or VoLTE support for Nokia phones. The company announced that Nokia 8, Nokia 6 and Nokia 2 will now support Airtel’s VoLTE services. With the rollout of VoLTE services for Nokia phones, now users on these devices can experience HD quality crystal clear voice with faster call setup time. Airtel says VoLTE offers instant call connect which is three times faster than standard calls. In addition, the service allows for multitasking as VoLTE allows your internet session without interruption when you make a call.









Nokia users can now call on any mobile, landline network using Airtel VoLTE. Furthermore, customers won’t be charged extra for VoLTE and calls will be billed as per existing plan or pack benefits.
A VoLTE service can easily work on most 4G/LTE enabled devices, and Airtel VoLTE services are already available on wide range of smartphones including those of Apple, Samsung, Xiaomi and OnePlus among others. However, VoLTE services are available only in select few areas. The service is currently available only to Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh & Telangana, Karnataka and Chennai.
In order to avail VoLTE service on Nokia device, you will have to get a 4G SIM or upgrade your existing connection to 4G from the nearest Airtel service centre


You just have to insert the Airtel 4G SIM in the slot with data capability and select the “4G/3G/2G (Auto)” as the preferred network mode. Follow these steps to enable the 4G data– Settings -> SIM networks -> Preferred network type -> 4G/3G/2G.


Then you’ll have to enable VoLTE on your Nokia smartphone. On Nokia devices, in order to enable VoLTE services, you need to go to Settings -> Mobile Network -> Turn on VoLTE call. Users of Nokia smartphones will see “HD/VoLTE” icon on the top bar of the screen, which indicates that their phone is ready for VoLTE calls.


However, even in the areas with VoLTE, the service depends upon the area which you are in. In case the 4G network coverage isn’t available, VoLTE calls automatically fall back on the 3G/2G network so that users stay connected.


Bharti Airtel is currently offering VoLTE services in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh & Telangana, Karnataka and Chennai.

Google Reportedly in Final Talks to Acquire HTC Smartphone Business

Struggling Taiwanese smartphone brand, HTC is reportedly selling off its smartphone business to search giant Google. HTC recently revealed its financial report for August 2017, in which the company reported revenue decrease of 51.56%, a dip of 54.39% since August 2016. Well, the August revenue is the company’s worst month in the last 13 years.

HTC has made some stellar smartphones in recent times. However, they didn’t receive a good reception from the audience and are outsmarted by the competition. The HTC 10 was a solid device but was dethroned by Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. The U11 Ultra is a smartphone which HTC can only answer why it even exists. And the recently announced HTC U11 again was not well received by the consumers, even though HTC got the pricing right this time.A Chinese portal, Commercial Times, claims that HTC is in the final stage of negotiation with Google to sell off its smartphone business. It is also said that Google is considering two options- to become a strategic partner or to purchase the entire smartphone business.

HTC looking to sell off its business was reported earlier as well, but an official from HTC cleared the air by removing all the rumours. But after the August month’s revenue dip, it’s highly possible that the brand is looking to sell the business. Further, HTC Vive business may be sold separately.

It is not a surprising news to hear that Google is looking to buy the HTC smartphone business because last year’s Pixel phones were manufactured by HTC itself. And rumours suggest that one of the 2017 Pixel phones will be manufactured by HTC itself. However, it looks like Google itself isn’t satisfied with HTC, which is the reason why the company chose LG to manufacture bigger Pixel 2.

It will be interesting to see how Google handles the HTC brand because in the past the search giant acquired Motorola, only to sell it off to Lenovo after few years. Acquiring HTC’ smartphone business will give Google complete control on building a smartphone.

Nougat update for Moto Z series, Moto G4 and G4 Plus

Following Sony and HTC, Motorola has also announced a list of smartphones that will get the Android 7.0 Nougat update in the first wave. Moto smartphones such as the Moto Z series, Moto G4, and Moto G4 Plus have made it to the list. These devices are most likely to get the Nougat update in Q4 2016, somewhere between October and December.

Motorola has not yet confirmed the new officially on its company blog, but its spokesperson has affirmed it to the folks at Droid-Life. With Android Nougat, Moto phones will get a variety of new features such as Multi-window support, Background Optimization, Notification improvements, Data Saver, Direct boot, Support for 25 locales and 100 new languages.

The new Android version 7.0 comes with several other features such as an improved notification shade and split-screen multitasking. There are also some improvements seen on Doze feature released with Marshmallow update. The release further shows Daydream, Google’s new VR platform. However, this VR platform will be supported only by the VR-ready handsets with Android Nougat OS.

For all the Moto users who are not using the devices mentioned in the list, this is not the final list. Motorola is expected to include more devices to the update sheet. It means that sooner or later, your Moto phone might also get the Nougat update. You can also check Motorola’s software update page to stay tuned with the update cycle for your phone.

List of Moto smartphones that are going to get the Nougat update in Q2 2016:
Moto Z
Moto Z Force
Moto Z Play
Moto G4
Moto G4 Plus

Nokia-branded Android phones with Snapdragon 820 SoC might debut this year

Once upon a time, Nokia used to be the king of smartphones. The company lacked in keeping up with the times and before it could plan a strike back, Samsung and Apple already dominated the arena. The company got acquired by Microsoft, and now Microsoft is trying to rebuild the brand by launching Android-powered smartphones.

Reportedly, two Nokia smartphones are being manufactured in collaboration with HMD global. Nokia sold off its smartphone business to Microsoft in 2014, and was barred from producing mobiles and tabs till the end of 2015. This year we are expecting Nokia’s comeback.

The partnership between Microsoft and HMD global was signed a few months ago. HMD global has full operative rights on branding, designing, sales, and marketing of Nokia-brand phones. Microsoft also revealed that it had moved its senior executives to HMD Global to bring back the lost glory of Nokia.

In one of latest leaks by GizmoChina, the two upcoming Android-powered smartphones under Nokia-brand might feature 5.2-inch and 5.7-inch screen sizes with 2K resolution. Also, both the smartphones will also boast IP68 certification, for water and dust-resistance. These devices might come powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chipset in metal-clad bodies. According to a Nokia fan site, both the device might run Android 7.0 Nougat out-of-the-box. We can also expect these devices with whopping 22.6-megapixel camera sensor. A fingerprint scanner is also tipped to be on board.

Nokia is also striving to make a strong comeback as a company. To ensure its debut into the global smartphone market, Nokia also partnered with HMD Global and FIH Mobile of FoxConn Technology Group. It has plans to take over Microsoft’s feature phone segment worth $350 million, which it had purchased from Nokia in the year 2014. The HMD global is the product of Smart Connect LP, a private equity fund headed by ex-Nokia executive Jean-Francois Baril and its management.

Nokia is yet to present a launch timelines for the new devices. The agreement between Microsoft and HMD is supposed to conclude in the second half of 2016. Microsoft failed to make profits from its smartphone business. The company wrote off $7.5 billion from the former Nokia unit, last year.

WhatsApp Video Calling feature goes live on Android beta (v2.16.80)

After introducing voice calls support, a year ago WhatsApp will soon offer video call support feature which is currently been tested on its beta version of Android app.

After updating the Android app to v2.16.80 ; the app remains same as earlier versions, but the tap on the call icon on the chat menu gives options to choose between a voice call and a video call. Since this is nota public roll-out most of the features wont work.

If you’re an Android user , you can download or update the app to 2.16.80 beta version through Google Play by signing up as a beta tester for WhatsApp.

Though the ‘Video Calling’ feature is integrated with the app, the video calling is not yet activated we can’t make the calls right away. Also , the video call option is present only in the chat but not in the Calls menu. Soit seems , Facebook owned companywould end up adding those features soon .

Reliance Jio adds more VoLTE 4G smartphones to official list of supported devices

Reliance Jio has just updated its official list of VoLTE-enabled smartphones that are supported on its 4G LTE network. The latest official list of VoLTE supported devices also includes support for Video call over LTE.

Jio has managed to add full spectrum of Samsung’s latest 4G devices from entry level ON5 and J5 to the newest flagship Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. Xiaomi’s latest smartphones Redmi Note 3 and Mi5, also found its place in the official list.

Further, most of the devices in list now support native Video calling over LTE on Jio’s 4G network.

Sl. No	Brand	Model No	LTE Data Only/Volte	Video Call Support
1	Alcatel	Pop3	VOLTE	Yes
2	BlackBerry	Priv (STV100-3)	VOLTE	Yes
3	GIONEE	Elife S6	VOLTE	Yes
4	Infocus	M370	VOLTE	Yes
5	Infocus	M370I	VOLTE	Yes
6	Intex	Aqua Raze	VOLTE	Yes
7	Intex	Aqua 4G	VOLTE	Yes
8	Karbonn	Aura	VOLTE	Yes
9	Lava	A71	VOLTE	Yes
10	Lava	A88	VOLTE	Yes
11	Lenovo	Vibe Shot	VOLTE	Yes
12	Lenovo	A6000 Plus	VOLTE	Yes
13	LG	G4 Stylus 4G	VOLTE	No
14	LG	Google Nexus 5x (LG-H791)	VOLTE	Yes
15	LG	Spirit 4G H442	VOLTE	Yes
16	LG	G4 Stylus 4G	VOLTE	Yes
17	LG	G3	VOLTE	Yes
18	LYF	Flame 1	VOLTE	Yes
19	LYF	Water 1	VOLTE	Yes
20	LYF	Earth 1	VOLTE	Yes
21	LYF	Water 2	VOLTE	Yes
22	LYF	Wind 1	VOLTE	Yes
23	LYF	Water 7	VOLTE	Yes
24	LYF	Wind 6	VOLTE	Yes
25	Micromax	Yu Yuphoria (YU5010A)	VOLTE	Yes
26	Micromax	YU Yunique YU4711	VOLTE	Yes
27	Micromax	Canvas Sliver 5 (Q450)	VOLTE	Yes
28	Micromax	Canvas Amaze (Q491)	VOLTE	Yes
29	Motorola	G Turbo	VOLTE	No
30	Motorola	Moto G (3rd Gen)	VOLTE	No
31	Motorola	New Moto E (Moto E 2nd Gen)	VOLTE	No
32	OPPO	F1	VOLTE	Yes
33	Samsung	Galaxy A5 SM-A500G	VOLTE	Yes
34	Samsung	Galaxy A5 (A510FD)	VOLTE	Yes
35	Samsung	Galaxy Core Prime 4G	VOLTE	Yes
36	Samsung	Galaxy A7 (SM-A700FD)	VOLTE	Yes
37	Samsung	Galaxy A7 (A710FD)	VOLTE	Yes
38	Samsung	Galaxy J5 (SM-J500F)	VOLTE	Yes
39	Samsung	Galaxy J7 (SM-J700F)	VOLTE	Yes
40	Samsung	Galaxy A8 (SM-A800F)	VOLTE	Yes
41	Samsung	Galaxy S6 Edge (SM-G925I)	VOLTE	Yes
42	Samsung	Galaxy S6 (SM-G920)	VOLTE	Yes
43	Samsung	Galaxy Note 4 (SM-N910G)	VOLTE	Yes
44	Samsung	Galaxy Note Edge SM-N915G	VOLTE	Yes
45	Samsung	ON7 (Mega On – SM-G600FY)	VOLTE	Yes
46	Samsung	ON5 (SM-G550FY)	VOLTE	Yes
47	Samsung	Galaxy Note 5 (SM-N920G)	VOLTE	Yes
48	Samsung	Galaxy S6 Edge Plus (SM-G928G)	VOLTE	Yes
49	Samsung	Galaxy-J2 (SM-J200G)	VOLTE	Yes
50	Samsung	Note 5 Duos (SM-N9208)	VOLTE	Yes
51	Samsung	A8 VE	VOLTE	Yes
52	Samsung	S7	VOLTE	Yes
53	Samsung	S7 Edge	VOLTE	Yes
54	SONY	Xperia Z5 Dual(E6883)	VOLTE	No
55	SONY	Xperia Z5 Premium Dual	VOLTE	No
56	Xiaomi	Redmi Note 3 (H3A)	VOLTE	Yes
57	Xiaomi	Mi5	VOLTE	Yes

Apart from the open market 4G smartphones, Jio care team has also confirmed VIPIN SINGH a reader of Telecomtalk that all LYF mobiles support VoLTE, Video Calling and Voice over WiFi. Availability of Voice over LTE (VoLTE) devices will be crucial for Jio, as Jio will be primarily banking on VoLTE for voice service on its 4G LTE network.

Please note that this list is not exclusive, and more phones would be added before commercial launch of the services to end consumers.

Note: Before buying new phone do check with Jio care.

Whatsapp now offers end to end encryption of messages and media to protect user privacy

If you have recently used WhatsApp chances are you would have encountered the following message: “Messages you send to this chat and calls are now secured with end-to-end encryption. Tap for more info.” Tapping on the notification further explains that this means that “WhatsApp and third parties can’t read or listen” to any WhatsApp chats and calls and also adds an option for users to verify if a message came from someone they know — and not from a hacker posing as a friend.

WhatsApp co-founder Jan Koum announced the update on his Facebook page, stating that the company has been working on the feature for the last two years.

“We’ve been working for the past two years to give people better security over their conversations on WhatsApp… People deserve security. It makes it possible for us to connect with our loved ones. It gives us the confidence to speak our minds. It allows us to communicate sensitive information with colleagues, friends, and others. We’re glad to do our part in keeping people’s information out of the hands of hackers and cyber-criminals.” Koum wrote.

Clients exchange messages that are protected with a Message Key using AES256 in CBC mode for encryption and HMAC-SHA256 for authentication. The Message Key changes for each message transmitted, and is ephemeral, such that the Message Key used to encrypt a message cannot be reconstructed from the session.Calls, large file attachments are end-to-end encrypted as well. Note the ever-changing message key can mean a delay in some messages getting delivered.

It should be noted that feature is enabled by default in WhatsApp, which means that if you and your friends are on the latest version of the app, all chats will be end-to-end encrypted. Unlike say Telegram where users have to start a secret chat to enable the feature, WhatsApp has the feature on at all times. Users don’t have the option of switching off end-to-end encryption.

Apple iPhone SE goes official in India with two storage variants, starting at Rs. 39000

As expected, Apple has finally launched its much-talked-about iPhone SE in India. The 4-incher iPhone SE comes bundled with similar specs as the iPhone 6s. The Apple iPhone SE will be up for sale in Silver, Gold, Space Gray, and Rose Gold color variants. The 16GB variant is priced at Rs. 39,000 while the 64GB variant is priced at Rs. 49,000. The device will be available all over India through authorised Apple Re-sellers and distributors such as Redington India, Ingram Micro and Rashi Peripherals. It will also be up for sale via major online retailers such as flipkart, Infibeam, Airtel store, Vodafone store and many more.

At the time of launch, the device was dubbed to be priced at Rs. 30,ooo for India, however, the error was later rectified by Apple and the final pricing was set at Rs. 39,000 for the 16GB variant. The Indian pricing is higher than the US pricing, which is $399 (approx. Rs. 26,689). Honestly, we are not happy with the pricing as Apple was supposed to be targeting the mid-range segment of Indian smartphone users with the iPhone SE. But at a price tag like that, we doubt if it would be able to create the expected impact.

In terms of specifications, the iPhone SE comes powered by Apple A9 chipset along with M9 motion coprocessor. The device sports a 12-megapixel iSight (primary) camera with 4K video support, along with a 1.2-megapixel FaceTime (front-facing) camera. In terms of connectivity, the device supports Bluetooth 4.2, enhanced Wi-Fi and LTE, latest microphones. It will also support Apple Pay with a Touch ID fingerprint sensor. It does not feature a 3D Touch-sensitive display, and comes with 4-inch retina panel (640 x 1136 pixels). The phone runs iOS 9.3 OS out-of-the-box. The Apple iPhone SE bears a stark resemblance with the iPhone 5s, but with more rounded corners like the iPhone 6s.

What are your thoughts about the Apple iPhone SE? Let us know through the comment section!

Airtel says buying Aircel 4G spectrum in 8 circles to counter Reliance Jio

Bharti Airtel, the country’s leading telco, has inked a definitive agreement with Aircel to acquire the latter’s 4G spectrum in eight circles for Rs 3500 crore through a spectrum trading deal, a move aimed at countering the anticipated onslaught from Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Jio, which is likely to launch commercial services soon.

The eight circles where Airtel has acquired Aircel’s 4G spectrum are Tamil Nadu (including Chennai), Bihar, Jammu & Kashmir, West Bengal, Assam, North East, Andhra Pradesh and Orissa.

If the deal goes through, Airtel will become a pan-India 4G operator like Reliance Jio.

“Bharti Airtel and its subsidiary, Bharti Hexacom have entered into a definitive agreements with Aircel Ltd and its subsidiaries Dishnet Wireless Ltd and Aircel Cellular Ltd to acquire rights to use 20 MHz of 2300 Band 4G spectrum for eight circles for an aggregate consideration of Rs 3500 crore,” Airtel said in a statement.

The telco said that the closing of the transaction is subject to satisfaction of the standard conditions (including conditions stated in the spectrum trading guidelines), as are normal to such transactions.

Last month, the Sunil Mittal-led telco had acquired Videocon’s 4G spectrum in the 1800 Mhz band in six circles for Rs 4,428 crore, also through a bandwidth trading deal.

Tata Docomo, BSNL and Reliance Offers the Cheapest 2G/3G, CDMA and EVDO Data Plans

Internet is now essential part of our life and mobile internet remains the popular choice in India to get online. But you have got so much choices to choose from different operators, technology and plans. Today we analyse which is the right plan for you in Kerala circle.

2G Mobile Internet Plan

TATA Docomo offers the cheapest 1GB 2G internet pack in Kerala at just Rs 95 for  30 days (Just like the good old days of cheap 2G internet). Reliance brings a treat to heavy internet users with Rs 195 and Rs 482 plan offering a whooping 5GB and 15GB 2G data. If you are looking for a long duration plans, Reliance gives 6GB for 90 days at Rs 282. As BSNL don’t offer dedicated 2G internet packs, it was not considered here.

3G Mobile Internet Plan

Not many like to use 2G these days as 2G speed is too slow for many modern Apps and websites. TATA Docomo and BSNL offer cheapest 3G 1GB plans at Rs 153 and Rs 155 respectively. For both heavy and long-term users again BSNL provides the cheapest pack.

CDMA EVDO Mobile Internet Plan

You might be surprised to know CDMA EVDO plans provides both cheaper and faster data at 3.1Mbps speeds. Reliance and Docomo gives 1GB at Rs 95 and 4GB at Rs 246. But Reliance stands out with its true unlimited offering of Rs 949 30 days. It not only offer you true unlimited data, but also gives you SMS+Voice+Roaming unlimited.

USB Dongle Plans

USB dongles have became the choice of internet on the go for your laptop. The market is flooded with offering from almost every operator. But the cheapest 1.5GB pack is on BSNL EVDO at just Rs 170.If you are looking for a true unlimited plan on dongle, then BSNL EVDO will be your only choice at Rs 825 a month. Another good choice for heavy users would be Rs 999 40GB pack from Reliance on Netconnect+. Reliance also offers the best long-term plan at Rs 2999 45GB for 180 days.

Cheapest mobile internet plan

2G Data Plan Details

Operator	Airtel	Idea	Vodafone	Docomo	Reliance
Standard pack	Rs 175 1GB/28 days	Rs 156 1GB/30 days	Rs 155 1GB/30 days	Rs 95 1GB/30 days	Rs 125 1GB/30 days
Heavy user pack	Rs 249 3GB/28days Rs 599 10GB/28days	Rs 398 3GB UL/30 days	Rs 199 2GB UL/30 days Rs 399 5GB/30 days	Rs 249 3GB/45 days	Rs 195 5GB/30 days Rs 482 15GB/90 days
Long term pack			Rs 699 5GB/60 days Rs 1005 5GB/90 days	Rs 136 500MB/60 days	Rs 282 6GB/90 days

3G Data Plan Details

Operator	Idea	BSNL	Docomo
Standard pack	Rs 249 1GB/30 days	Rs 155 1GB/28 days	Rs 153 1GB/30 days
Heavy user pack	Rs 1346 10GB UL/30 days	Rs 1011 10GB/90 days	Rs 449 3.5GB/30 days
Long term pack	Rs 595 2GB/60 days	Rs 561 5GB/90 days	Rs 156 500MB/60 days

Cheapest CDMA Data Plans

Operator	Reliance	Docomo	MTS
Standard pack	Rs 94 1GB/30 days	Rs 95 1GB/28 days	Rs 247 1GB/30 days
Heavy user pack	Rs 246 4GB/30 days Rs 949 True UL/30 days	Rs 256 4GB/30 days
Long term pack	Rs 2799 True UL/90 days

Cheapest 3G Data Card Plans

Operator	Idea Netsetter 3G	Reliance Netconnect+	TATA Photon+	MTS Mblaze Ultra	BSNL EVDO
Standard pack	Rs 248 1GB/30 days	Rs 255 1GB/30 days	Rs 255 1GB/30 days	Rs 198 1GB/30 days	Rs 170 1.5GB/30 days
Heavy user pack	Rs 598 3GB/30 days Rs 1345 10GB UL/30 days	Rs 799 10GB/30 days Rs 999 40GB/30 days	Rs 750 6GB/30 days Rs 1500 30GB/30 days	Rs 699 7GB UL/30 days Rs 999 10+10GB/30 days	Rs 565 6GB/30 days Rs 825 True UL/30 days
Long term pack		Rs 1499 18GB/90 days Rs 2999 45GB/180 days	Rs 1947 15GB/180 days Rs 5000 40GB/365 days	Rs 998 6GB/60 days Rs 1499 18GB/90 days

Conclusion

BSNL, Reliance and Docomo offers cheapest internet plans across different technologies in Kerala circle. One common aspect we found was that AVoId’s mobile internet offerings are significantly costlier. At the end of day it all comes down to which one suite the best. You may need to consider availability of service, type of usage and cost effectiveness before you make your choice.

Do let us know by comments which plan and operator you would pick?

Xiaomi Redmi 1S OTA software update (v45) tries to fix heating issues

Hugo Barra, Vice President for international markets, has announced that a new software update (v45) for the Xiaomi Redmi 1S has been rolled out in India. According to him, the new OTA (Over the Air) software update will fix heating issues in the Redmi 1S which were reported by a lot of buyers. The software update also increases battery life, thanks to better temperature management.

According to Hugo Barra, this new software update also fixes some bugs such as low free RAM availability, UI performance, and UI frame drop issues.

“We also received some feedback from users whose devices were suffering from performance issues such as frame rate drops and UI lag. These issues were particularly prevalent during computationally intensive tasks like gaming. The majority of these problems were a result of CPU throttling due to overheating and lack of RAM availability, which the fixes above have addressed. We will continue to monitor user feedback in this particular area.” said Hugo Barra in his Facebook post.

If you are a proud owner of the Redmi 1S, check for this software update and let us know if those glaring issues were fixed. Your feedback and comments will help a lot of Redmi 1S owners.