This week, we witnessed the launch of iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, along with Google Pixel smartphones and other smartphones. We even came across the expected launch date of the much awaited Lenovo Phab 2 Pro that comes with Google Tango and uses AR and VR to sense and map surroundings.

Along with this, we also witnessed Motorola announcing a list of 15 smartphones that get Android Nougat update, and also, interestingly, a so-called safe Galaxy Note 7 unit caught on fire.

A lot happens in a week, and this week is no different. Like every week, this week too, we covered a lot that happened in the tech industry. However, we cannot compile everything in a single listicle, but we bring you 10 best stories that we have covered this week.

Airtel Offers The iPhone 7 And iPhone 7 Plus On A 12 Month Contract

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are launching in India today. As you may already know, the phone's starting price is Rs 60,000, whereas the top model will set you back for Rs 92,000. Now, that's a lot of money. For those who can't pay such a big sum upfront, Airtel has come up with a postpaid contract. Under this scheme, will have to pay Rs 19,990 as down payment and choose one of its Infinity billing plans for the iPhone 7 (32 GB). The minimum billing period is 12 months.

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Lenovo Phab 2 Pro May Come Out In November

Lenovo finally seems to be all set to launch its new and much awaited smartphone, Phab 2 Pro in November, after the company silently postponed the release that was due in September. To refresh your brains, the Lenovo Phab 2 Pro was announced during the Lenovo Tech World event that was held in June this year, and the smartphone is the world's first smartphone that supports Google's 'Project Tango' and uses AR and VR to sense and map surroundings.

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15 Motorola Smartphones Soon Get Android Nougat Update

Ever since Google launched Android 7.0 Nougat, many smartphone companies have been listing out their smartphones compatible with the update. And, its about time for Motorola to follow the same routine. The company, acquired by Lenovo, has announced a list of 15 smartphone that are expected to receive the Android 7.0 Nougat update pretty soon.

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The "Safe" Galaxy Note 7 Unit Catches Fire On A Plane

The Galaxy Note 7's battery explosion issue is turning out to be a never-ending nightmare for Samsung. Just as the Korean company has been busy replacing the potentially affected devices with the "safe" ones, a Note 7 from the fresh batch has burst into flames in the US. The incident took place in the Southwest Airlines flight 994, where a Note 7 began emitting smoke in passenger Brian Green's trouser pocket. According to him, he dropped the handset on the plane's floor immediately.

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WhatsApp Allows You To Draw, Write, And Edit On Pictures While Sharing

WhatsApp has recently introduced new camera features on its instant messaging app on Android platform. However, for iOS devices, the company has announced that the roll out may start soon. Under the new update, Android users can write and draw on photos and videos captured on the WhatsApp camera. Also, users can add in different emojis and make the captured pictures and videos more interesting than every before.

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Android 7.1 Nougat Developer Preview To Be Out Soon

We have already witnessed that Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones by Google run on the all new Android 7.1 Nougat operating system, at the recently held 'MadeByGoogle' event. However, Google did not give any details regarding the roll out of Android 7.1 Nougat to other smartphones. But, it seems, now the Search Engine giant has confirmed that a developer preview of Android 7.1 Nougat would be available for Nexus devices and Pixel C.

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Google Pixel Event: Complete Coverage

At its event in San Francisco, Google unveiled interesting hardware. For the first time, the search-giant introduced phones and other products completely designed by the in-house teams. Till now, most of its gadgets were made in collaboration with its hardware partners including Samsung, LG, Huawei, and Asus to name a few.

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Google Maps Integrates With Calendar To Show Your Events On Map

Google has recently announced a new update for Google Maps for Android app and the update brings interconnection between Maps and Calendar. Basically, the update adds a new Upcoming Tab in the Maps app that gives all information regarding where the user has to go in order to attend the upcoming events. Adding further on the update features, you can find the new tab inside the Menu, in 'Your Places' section and the app will show all events that have been fed inside the Google Calendar app, either manually or via the email.

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Nokia D1C Android Based Handset Renditions Leaked

For those waiting for Nokia’s return to the smartphone making business, need not wait too much longer. Among the recent renditions leaked on Geekbuzz, the mid-range handset, current called D1C, has been leaked with specifications and pictures. Amongst some of the common features in the handset, would be Qualcomm octa-core processor powering the handset clocked at 1.4GHz with Adreno 505 GPU and 3GB of RAM.

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Moto Z And Moto Z Play Now Available In India

After all the recent reports surfacing online, Lenovo has finally launched two models in its Moto Z range (Moto Z and Moto Z Play) in India, with price starting from INR 24,999. Speaking about the technical specifications, the Moto Z comes with a 5.5 inch Quad HD AMOLED display while being powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor coupled with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage. On the camera front, the smartphone comes with a 13 MP f1.8 rear camera and a 5 MP front facing camera. Along with this, the smartphone gets a fingerprint sensor and a 2,600 mAh battery.

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