Lenovo has announced it will roll-out Android 4.4 KitKat updates for the
Vibe X and the Vibe Z smartphones in a phased
manner starting from the last week of May.
The Chinese handset maker
has also revealed the Android 4.4
KitKat update changelogs for both the Vibe X and Vibe Z smartphones.
According
to the company, the Android 4.4 KitKat update for Vibe X brings
security enhancements and bug fixes, and a revamped UI with lesser icons
and new incoming call interface. It also brings various camera fixes
such as efficient auto focus and white balance capabilities for clearer
and sharper images. The company has also claimed that the update will
boost the Vibe X's power management for improved battery utilisation.
The
Lenovo Vibe Z, on the other hand, will get improved 4k video playback
compatibility, as per the company. In addition, the update will also
boost the UI transitions, such as adding widgets to the home screen
easy.
With the Android 4.4 KitKat update, the Vibe Z will also
offer better management of the multi-window mode on the handset. Other
features which will be added with the update include enhanced
notification access, wireless printing capability, new theme centre,
automatic profile changer and expanded accessibility APIs.
As of
now, Lenovo has not
revealed plans for releasing Android 4.4 KitKat update for more
smartphones. The first Vibe smartphone, the Vibe X, reached
India carrying a price tag of Rs. 25,999 in December last year. The
Vibe X at launch ran Android 4.2 Jelly Bean out-of-the-box.
Meanwhile,
the Vibe Z reached the Indian market earlier this year, and has been available at Rs. 35,999. The Lenovo Vibe Z at
launch ran Android 4.3 Jelly Bean out-of-the-box.
Intex iRist Review3 November 2015
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