HMD Global CTO on Locked Bootloaders: “We will Unlock One Model at the Time,...

HMD Global CTO on Locked Bootloaders: "We will Unlock One Model at the Time,... xda-developers Oct 1, 2017 2:02 AM • by Doug Lynch HMD Global CTO on Locked Bootloaders: "We will Unlock One Model at the Time, What Device would you Unlock First?" HMD Global caused a small uproar in the enthusiast community when they first revealed that there won't be any official bootloader unlock method for the Nokia 8. This seriously affected the Nokia 8's viability as an alternative to competitors like the OnePlus 5, at least within the enthusiast community, as the lack of official support for bootloader unlocking would greatly limit the device's customization potential. The company then had to respond to the increasing complaints by reassuring users that they were reassessing the situation. they stated they'd consider an official bootloader unlocking solution, and this helped ease some of the complaints or requests sent their way. It seems Nokia is still indecisive on whether they want the Nokia 8 to be unlocked officially or not, as HMD Global's Chief Technology Officer Mikko Jaakkola has now commented that HMD Global "would unlock one Nokia model at the (sic) time". He then proceeded to ask users which device they would like to unlock first. We would unlock one model at the time. What device would you unlock first? — Mikko Jaakkola (@MikkoLJaakkola) September 29, 2017 Taken literally, Mr. Jaakkola's statement would indicate that Nokia would first unlock one device, and continue from there. However, Mr. Jaakkola's statement could also be understood to mean a gradual release of official bootloader unlocking tools for Nokia's existing portfolio, with priority being given to one single device first. Mr. Jaakkola is also inviting users to share what they would like to do with a bootloader unlocked device, and further reaffirming that unlocking the bootloader is in their backlog of things to do (although the used hashtag #firstthingsfirst indicates that bootloader unlocking is not  for HMD Global currently). Unlocking bootloader is indeed in our backlog #firstthingsfirst. Please, share what you would like to do with and/or how to customize unlocked-bootloader device #whatdevicetounlockfirst — Mikko Jaakkola (@MikkoLJaakkola) September 28, 2017 There's still many questions all of us would like to see answered. Which devices are being considered for the bootloader unlock? Will unlocking the bootloader be restricted to one device? How low is it on Nokia's priority list? Following this, will Nokia also provide kernel sources for its devices in a timely manner as well? Despite all that, it's nice to see that a company that's largely steering an old beloved brand back into relevance is also open to feedback, and is considering the requests of enthusiasts. What are your thoughts on HMD Global's latest statement? Let us know in the comments below! Source: Twitter – MikkolJaakkola Android Advices Sep 30, 2017 11:59 AM • by Teja Chedalla Airtel Payments Bank Now Comes with UPI Integration for Offline & Online Payments Earlier this year, Airtel has debuted the banking sector by launching its own payments bank. The Airtel payments bank is also the first bank to go live under this new category. Now, it also comes integrated with UPI (Unified Payment Interface), becoming the first payments bank to do so. With this integration, all the 20 million bank customers can create their own personalized UPI handles on the My Airtel app. With many digital payment platforms, the Government of India's Digital India mission looks more achievable than ever. Using the My Airtel app, all the users with UPI handles can make instant transactions or payments in both offline and online sectors. On the other hand, the Airtel payments bank users can also use the BHIM app for making UPI-based payments. Unlike any other payments bank in India, Airtel payments bank also offers a 7.25% interest on the money added to their accounts. With the UPI, the users can also transfer to any bank account in India for zero charges. The user can use their UPI ID instead of their personal details like bank account number or mobile number for transactions. Unlike the regular NEFT transactions, the UPI-based transactions are instant and also works 24×7. While the regular online bank transactions require minimum 30 minutes to add a new payee, the UPI-based transactions can be completed by entering the UPI handle or the mobile number. In the My Airtel app, the user can add more than one bank account under the single UPI ID for hassle-free transactions. For businesses, there is no need of investing in a POS machine. Instead, they can use their own smartphone and most of the banks are offering the business services for free of cost up to a certain limit. With the easy-to-use and more secure process, the UPI-based payments should see a huge increase in transaction volume compared to e-wallet apps. Click here to install the "My Airtel" app This email has been sent by Froze ONE (isnanmm0@gmail.com). It is the potion result of 'Tech: Topic watch' from the dashboard 'Personal Dashboard', tab 'Tech > Android'. Unsubscribe © Netvibes 2005-2017 | Terms of service | Privacy Policy Find Netvibes also on: Facebook Twitter Google+ Flickr

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