Sarmistha Acharya

Technology Correspondent

1981-2010 (out of 4051)

Sarmistha joined International Business Times as a technology reporter in 2012. Sarmistha completed a postgraduate degree in English literature, and followed this with a postgraduate diploma in print and web journalism from 'Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media' in Bangalore. She has also done digital photojournalism.

LG G4 Note could sport metallic build

LG is planning to introduce a CNC machine for making its own metal chassis for smartphones.

How to update Moto G (1st Gen) to Android 5.1 Lollipop with AOSP beta ROM

Guide to install AOSP Android 5.1 beta firmware on Moto G 1st Gen.

Samsung releases Android 5.0.2 Lollipop (T800XXU1BOCC) for Galaxy Tab S 10.5: How to install

The Android Lollipop T800XXU1BOCC build is now live for users in France.

How to unlock Apple Watch Activity app on iOS 8.2 without jailbreak

Activity app in iOS 8.2 remains hidden until it is connected to Apple Watch.

Google Nexus Player priced at £80 set for release on 26 March at Amazon UK

The Nexus Player can be pre-ordered at Amazon UK with a suggested retail price of £79.99.

TinyUmbrella beta 8.2.0.41 out with simplified UI and various bug fixes

Semaphore will add on-device SHSH fetching for A7 and A8 devices in next TinyUmbrella release.

How to fix Wi-Fi issues on Android 5.1 Lollipop

Possible fixes to solve Wi-Fi issues after Android 5.1 update.

How to root all LG G3 variants on LG Android 5.0 Lollipop firmware with 'One click script'

Guide to root LG G3 and other supported LG devices on Android Lollipop and KitKat.

New Android 5.0.1 N910FXXU1BOC3 official build for Galaxy Note 4 bundles lots of goodies [How to install]

'Interruptions' function in Galaxy Note 4 is now called 'Do Not Disturb'.

Android 5.1 Lollipop soak test starts for Moto X (2nd Gen): Download link and changelog

The official Android 5.1 Lollipop update for Moto X (2nd Gen) is expected in a few weeks.

How to root Samsung Galaxy S6 SM-G920F (international model) with CF-Auto-Root

Chainfire's CF-Auto-Root now supports international model of Galaxy S6.

Google offers freebies for buyers of Chromecast in UK, Ireland and US

Offer includes Qello HD concerts, movie rental on Google Play and pass for NOW TV.

Next Google Nexus smartphone rumoured to be manufactured by LG

After Huawei, reports now suggest that LG could manufacture Google's next Nexus iteration.

How to install Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update on Xperia Z3 and Z2 devices via XperiFirm and Flashtool

Guide to install Android 5.0.2 Lollipop official firmware on Xperia Z3 and Z2 devices using XperiFirm and Sony Flashtool.

iOS 8.2 TaiG jailbreak likely later this month

The Mobile Security Summit (MSS) 2015 will take place on 27 March in Beijing.

OnePlus One: OxygenOS and CyanogenMod 12S official OTA updates scheduled for 27 and 30 March

The Lollipop updates were delayed for OnePlus One due to some OS signing issue.

Sony releases Android 5.0.2 Lollipop 23.1.A.0.690 for Xperia Z2, Z2 Tablet and Z3 Tablet Compact [FTF links]

Sony has confirmed Android Lollipop roll-out for Xperia Z2, Z2 Tablet and Z3 Compact Tablet.

Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact get official Android 5.0.2 Lollipop build 23.1.A.0.690 [FTF links]

Android 5.0.2 Lollipop build 23.1.A.0.690 now seeding for Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact.

How to save SHSH blobs for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch via TinyUmbrella beta and prepare for downgrades

Guide to save SHSH blobs using TinyUmbrella beta released by Semaphore.

Galaxy S3 I9300 gets Android 5.1 Lollipop via OmniROM alpha build [How to install]

Step-by-step guide to install OmniROM based on Android 5.1 Lollipop on Galaxy S3 I9300.

Update Nexus 6 to Android 5.1 Lollipop LMY47D pre-rooted ROM without extra mods and features

Guide to install pre-rooted Android 5.1 Lollipop LMY47D ROM on Nexus 6.

Galaxy S4 Black Edition gets Android 5.0.1 Lollipop I9505XXUHOB7 official firmware: How to install

The stock build for S4 Black Edition can be installed on the regular Galaxy S4 I9505 model.

How to root LG G Flex 2, LG G3, G2, G Pro 2 on Android 5.0 Lollipop and KitKat

Guide to root LG smartphone powered by Android Lollipop and KitKat using LG Root tool.

How to update Galaxy S5 Mini SM-G800H to Android 5.0.2 with unofficial CyanogenMod 12 ROM

How to install unofficial CyanogenMod 12 build on Galaxy S5 Mini SM-G800H.

BlackBerry OS 10.3.1.2558 official OTA update rolling out in various countries

BlackBerry has stopped OS 10.3.1 temporarily due to issues spotted in the update.

Android 5.0.2 Lollipop G901FXXU1BOC4 official firmware seeding for Galaxy S5 Plus [How to install]

Android 5.0.2 Lollipop build G901FXXU1BOC4 is now live for Galaxy S5 Plus users in Nordic countries.

Android 5.1 Lollipop for Nexus 6 brings fast and smooth performance with improved battery life

Google has begun seeding stock Android 5.1 Lollipop build LMY47D for Nexus 6.

LG G4 Note to be launched to take on Samsung and Apple

LG working on phablet, a Sprint variant, with high-end features.

Microsoft Lumia 940 tipped to feature Iris scanner and dock

The Lumia 940 is expected to feature a 20-30 megapixel camera sensor with three LEDs.

Windows 10 for phones Preview build 10038.12518 with new changes leaked via screenshots

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 Technical Preview for phones will be available for additional devices.

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