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Jul 29, 2015
Ramos Onemos MOS1 premium Android smartphone

Ramos Onemos MOS1 begins shipping in early August

Chinese tablet maker Ramos unveiled its first smartphone about two weeks ago and now they announced that Onemos MOS1 will go on sale online and in retail stores really soon.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2015 09:02
Lenovo announces updated apps and upgrades for Windows 10

Lenovo announces updated apps and upgrades for Windows 10

Today the industry giant announces free Windows 10 upgrades for existing Windows 7 SP1 and 8.1 users as well as new versions of various apps.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 29 Jul 2015 08:09
Allview announces Wi8G and Wi10N tablets with Windows 10

Allview announces Wi8G and Wi10N Pro tablets with Windows 10

Buyers who pre-order either tablet by July 30 will also receive a free Windows Phone W1m.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 29 Jul 2015 07:36
Next Samsung Gear smartwatch could support Samsung Pay

Next Samsung Gear smartwatch could support Samsung Pay

Samsung may introduce a new Gear smartwatch alongside the Note 5 on August 13.
Sebastian Schneider/ Allen Ngo, 29 Jul 2015 06:30
Jul 28, 2015
BLU Products Energy X Plus Android smartphone

BLU Products announces Energy X Plus smartphone

This handset comes with a generous 4,000 mAh battery and the Reverse Charge technology that allows it to act as a power bank, thus being able to charge other devices.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 23:49
Cat S40 Android smartphone with rugged design

Rugged smartphone Cat S40 goes on sale on August 1

This 4.7-inch Android Lollipop handset offers excellent protection from the elements and entry-level specs, but lacks a removable power pack that most competitors offer and some consider it to be really expensive.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 22:31
BLU Products Vivo Selfie Android smartphone

BLU Products unveils Vivo Selfie smartphone

This $149 USD handset has a Super AMOLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection, as well as a wide-angle 8 MP front camera, shipping loaded with Android 5.0 Lollipop.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 22:26
3D XPoint technology wafers by Intel

Intel and Micron unveil 3D XPoint memory chips

This is the first new memory category in 25 years and brings non-volatile memory speeds up to 1,000 times faster than NAND.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 21:11
OnePlus 2 Android flagship killer starts at 329 USD in the US

OnePlus 2 starts at $329 USD

The 16 GB version of this "flagship killer" costs $329 USD, while the 64 GB model costs $60 USD more.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 18:05
Samsung Galaxy Folder 2015 clamshell design Android smartphone

Samsung Galaxy Folder successor coming next month

The new clamshell smartphone is the direct successor of a handset with the same name that Samsung launched back in 2014.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 15:53
Motorola Moto G receives update

Motorola Moto G receives update

Motorola unveiled the latest Moto G smartphone on Tuesday.
Joseph Lambert, 28 Jul 2015 15:49
Motorola announces new Moto X Style and Moto X Play

Motorola announces new Moto X Style and Moto X Play

The next generation of Moto X was introduced Tuesday by Motorola as two of three new smartphones announced.
Joseph Lambert, 28 Jul 2015 15:47
HTC One M9 smartphones on T-Mobile get Android 5.1 Lollipop update

T-Mobile HTC One M9 gets Android 5.1 Lollipop

Quite a while after other major carriers, T-Mobile unleashes the Android 5.1 Lollipop-based update for the HTC One M9 handsets on its network.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 13:59
Samsung Galaxy J5 now available in Europe

Samsung Galaxy J5 now available in Europe

At the moment, there is no information regarding availability on other European markets than Germany, where the Galaxy J5 has been priced at 235 Euro.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 28 Jul 2015 13:52
Meizu M2 specs and pricing leak online

Meizu M2 specs and pricing leak online

The Meizu M2’s leaked price is CNY 599 which translates to $96, making the device a very good bang for the buck.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 28 Jul 2015 13:50
HTC One M9 now 25% cheaper at HTC Summer Sale

HTC One M9 now 25% cheaper at HTC Summer Sale

HTC Summer Sale is only available via the company’s website and will finish tonight (July 28th) at 11:59 PDT. You have to be a resident of the United States to be eligible.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 28 Jul 2015 12:48
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2015 event scheduled for August 13

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2015 coming mid-August

The event will take place on August 13 in New York and Samsung might reveal the new Note phablet and a new Galaxy S6 device, but no details have been unveiled.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2015 10:08
All Toshiba notebooks will ship with Windows 10 starting July 29

All Toshiba notebooks will ship with Windows 10 starting July 29

The manufacturer is also reminding customers that its older laptops can be upgraded to the new Microsoft OS.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 28 Jul 2015 09:45
HTC Desire 626 coming this August for 300 Euros

HTC Desire 626 coming this August for 300 Euros

The Desire 626 will have a 5-inch HD screen, Snapdragon 410 SoC, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB eMMC.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 28 Jul 2015 09:04
Pictures of alleged Samsung Galaxy S6 Mini leak online

Pictures of alleged Samsung Galaxy S6 Mini leak online

Additional details claim Snapdragon 808 SoC and a 15 MP rear camera.
Sebastian Schneider/ Allen Ngo, 28 Jul 2015 07:54
This is the final design of the "flagship killer" OnePlus Two (Picture: OnePlus)

OnePlus Two - Rumors, Facts and Dates

The smartphone OnePlus 2 will be officially announced on July 27. We summarize all relevant rumors about the OnePlus Two and give a perspective on the upcoming smartphone flagship. There are already some officially confirmed facts.
Andreas Müller, 28 Jul 2015 07:29
Rumors suggest Moto X will keep 1080p display

Rumors suggest Moto X will keep 1080p display

A new report by HelloMotoHK believes Motorola may decide not to increase the Moto X display's resolution.
Joseph Lambert, 28 Jul 2015 01:04
Jul 27, 2015
LG G Pad 8.3 Android tablet

LG G Pad 2 specs leak online

The upcoming slate is said to use an 8.3-inch Full HD display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 SoC, being expected to arrive this fall.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 21:41
Major security vulnerability discovered in Android devices

Major security vulnerability discovered in Android devices

The security flaw, described as „the worst Android vulnerability discovered to date”, can be found on as much as 95% percent of all Android devices out there!
Arkadiusz Piasek, 27 Jul 2015 20:58
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 closeup shot

Verizon Samsung Galaxy Note 5 spotted on Geekbench

The Verizon Wireless version of Samsung's next-gen phablet has been spotted and the latest rumors claim it might launch before the end of July.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 19:07
Microsoft Arrow Launcher for Android private beta

Microsoft releases private beta of Arrow Launcher for Android

This launcher from the Redmond giant comes with a to-do list, quick shortcuts to contacts, as well as other useful features.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 18:37
OnePlus 2 virtual reality launch page

OnePlus 2 invite registration now open

The invite list for this flagship seems already full and tomorrow OnePlus 2 will enter history as the world’s first product also launched in virtual reality.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 15:27
Plantronics BackBeat SENSE Bluetooth headphones and carrying case

Plantronics intros BackBeat SENSE Bluetooth headphones

This new pair of wireless headphones features smart sensors and generous autonomy to provide the best uninterrupted audio experience.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 14:49
Second-generation Android One handsets launched

Second-generation Android One handsets launched

Android One phones are designed to be as affordable as possible, therefore we should not expect their specifications to be impressive. The freshly launched Lava Pixel V1 compensates this with very reasonable pricing.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 27 Jul 2015 13:51
Alleged Apple iPad Mini 4 and existing iPad Air 2

iPad Mini 4 leaks online

The new iPad Mini is expected to launch next to the iPad Pro and to be a smaller version of the existing iPad Air 2 in terms of technical specs and features.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 13:17
Samsung's monitor will wirelessly charge your smartphone

Samsung's monitor will wirelessly charge your smartphone

The charging plate’s positioning at the centre of the monitor’s base also means the user can keep an eye on the phone while it’s charging, thus reducing the chance of missing calls or messages.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 27 Jul 2015 13:03
Xperia C5 Ultra to feature bezel-less display

Xperia C5 Ultra to feature bezel-less display

Given the very thin bezels, the handset will most likely be smaller than other devices with the same screen size.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 27 Jul 2015 11:30
BlackBerry Messenger to shut down in Pakistan

Pakistan plans to shut down BlackBerry's secure messaging services

All BES connections in Pakistan may be closed by December, but BlackBerry and the local carriers involved still have to confirm the news.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 10:07
LG announces the Gentle flip phone

LG announces the Gentle flip smartphone

The flip phone will target the Asian market and will include a Snapdragon SoC with 1 GB RAM.
Sebastian Schneider/ Allen Ngo, 27 Jul 2015 08:25
Apple Watch hits Best Buy

Apple Watch hits Best Buy next week

On August 7, Best Buy becomes the first independent retailer to offer Apple's smartwatch.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2015 08:19
Lenovo Zuk Z1 renders reveal USB Type-C port

Lenovo Zuk Z1 renders reveal USB Type-C port

The official render shows off the reversible USB port and even the final packaging.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 27 Jul 2015 08:03
Eurocom announces Shark 4 ultraportable

Eurocom announces Shark 4 ultraportable

The thin 15.6-inch gaming notebook is one of the few with SIM 4G LTE compatibility and triple storage bays.
Allen Ngo, 27 Jul 2015 07:11
Jul 26, 2015
Motorola Moto G 2015 Android smartphone to launch on July 28 with a price of $179.99 USD

Motorola Moto G 2015 to cost $179.99 USD

This handset is expected to launch on July 28th and is rumored to cost as much as last year's model.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Jul 2015 18:12
Sony XPERIA Z4 and Z5 Android smartphones, predecessors of upcoming Sony H2

Upcoming Sony H2 flagships to feature Snapdragon 810 processor

Although not officially confirmed yet, leaks show that Sony's upcoming premium smartphone lineup will use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 SoC.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Jul 2015 08:09
Doogee unveils Titans 3 T3 smartphone with top edge display

Doogee unveils Titans 3 T3 smartphone with top edge display

Other features include a waterproof metal alloy chassis, MediaTek SoC, 720p display, and 2 GB RAM.
Allen Ngo, 26 Jul 2015 04:53
Over 337 million smartphones shipped worldwide during Q2 2015

Over 337 million smartphones shipped worldwide during Q2 2015

LG pushed out of the top 5 largest smartphone manufacturers list by Huawei and Xiaomi.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 26 Jul 2015 03:58
Jul 25, 2015
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus to feature 4 GB of RAM and Exynos 7420

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus to feature 4 GB of RAM and Exynos 7420

The processor in the S6 Edge Plus will reportedly be clocked a bit higher than the same unit used by Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, which should bring increased performance.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 25 Jul 2015 22:03
HLI-G4XL Mugen Power 6200 mAh Extended Battery for LG G4

LG G4 gets double autonomy from Mugen

Mugen Power Batteries launched an extended battery for LG's flagship that offers 6200 mAh, more than twice the capacity of this smartphone's original power pack.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Jul 2015 20:53
LG TONE Active Bluetooth headset designed for maximum mobility

LG announces TONE Active Bluetooth headset

This sporty wireless headset works with any Bluetooth-enabled handset and will go on sale this month in North America and Korea, with more markets to follow this fall.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Jul 2015 11:39
Intel Skylake promises 30 percent longer battery life

Intel Skylake promises 30 percent longer battery life

Leaked comparison slides touch on some key feature set differences between Broadwell and Skylake cores.
Allen Ngo, 25 Jul 2015 04:36
Huawei G8 smartphone unveiled through leaked images

Huawei G8 smartphone unveiled through leaked images

TENAA receives model RIO AL00 from Huawei that is believed to be the new G8 smartphone. The device may sport a Snapdragon 615 SoC.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 25 Jul 2015 02:07
Qualcomm announces nearly 50 percent drop in profits

Qualcomm announces nearly 50 percent drop in profits

The weak Q3 2015 financial results show 14 percent less revenue and potentially hundreds of cut jobs.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 25 Jul 2015 01:34
Jul 24, 2015
Tegra Note 7 Android tablet gets 5.1 Lollipop update

Tegra Note 7 gets Android 5.1 Lollipop

This Android tablet made for gamers that arrived in late 2013 loaded with Android 4.2 now gets updated to version 5.1 of Google's mobile OS.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Jul 2015 18:36
ZTE Axon Lux premium Android smartphone

ZTE plans to increase marketing spending, aims the top three spots in the US

The Chinese company behind the Axon flagship plans to double its marketing spending each year for the next three years and plans to become a top player in the US market.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Jul 2015 18:14
Microsoft Surface 3 LTE convertible hits AT&T for $599 USD and up

Microsoft Surface 3 with 4G LTE hits AT&T

This Windows 10-ready tablet can be acquired for $399.99 USD with any Lumia smartphone on AT&T Next, or 20 monthly payments of $30 USD each with an AT&T Tablet Installment plan.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Jul 2015 13:06

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