New Samsung Galaxy S8+ model features bigger storage, higher price
Samsung is releasing a new Galaxy S8+ model with 128 GB of internal storage and 6 GB of RAM. The handset will be available as part of a bundle which includes a Samsung DeX dock.
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ZTE Nubia Z17 mini launches in China next week
This 5.2-inch handset will come in two variants that feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 and 4 GB RAM or a Qualcomm Snapdragon 653 and 6 GB RAM, both packing a 13 MP dual-camera setup on the back.
Huawei silently intros Y5 2017 entry-level smartphone
This new affordable 5-inch handset packs a quad-core MediaTek processor, 2 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage, and runs Android Marshmallow with Huawei's EMUI 4.1 on top. Pricing and availability should be announced shortly.
Ubuntu kills Unity desktop, shifts focus to GNOME
Canonical is stopping all development on the Unity desktop and shifting focus to the GNOME desktop.
Fairphone 2 to finally get Android Marshmallow
Although way behind other brands, Fairphone is now ready to launch Marshmallow for its second handset but also unveiled that the company's original handset would also get Android 4.4.4 KitKat at some point in the future.
LG G6 launches worldwide this week
LG has announced today that they were initiating global shipments for the G6. Retailers and operators to receive their stock soon, with the US market receiving the devices on April 7.
Honor 6C launching April 24th for 240 Euros
In addition to the Honor 8 Pro, Huawei will launch the budget Honor 6C as a 5-inch cutdown version of the Honor 6X. Core features include a Snapdragon 435 SoC with 3 GB RAM and a potential 720p AMOLED panel according to sources.
New Pebble update allows smartwatch to keep ticking
The latest update to the Pebble app allows the smartwatches to continue functioning even when not connected to Pebble's servers.
Self-healing touchscreens may be here by 2020
A new polymer developed by researchers at the University of California Riverside can stitch itself back together from a tear or scratch in under 24 hours. The research lead thinks the material could debut on smartphones by 2020.
The Honor 8 Pro is now available for pre-order in Europe
Huawei subsidiary Honor has officially unveiled the Honor 8 Pro for the European market. The smartphone features high-end specs at a very competitive price tag; pre-ordering it grants buyers a couple of perks.
iPhone launch may be delayed until end of year
Apple may much back the release date of its revamped iPhone with a 5.8-inch OLED display until October or even November, according to a new Chinese report.
Samsung's Tizen OS vulnerable to hackers
Samsung's plan to grow Tizen's user base just got a little more difficult. Their Tizen-powered mobile devices reportedly have serious vulnerabilities that could allow malicious hackers to remotely take control of them.
ZTE Prestige 2 now available in the US
This 5-inch handset comes with a 1.1 GHz quad-core processor, 5 MP cameras, 2 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage, and runs Android Marshmallow, all for a price tag of just $79.99 USD.
Samsung Galaxy J3 Pro hits India tomorrow
This budget-friendly handset goes on sale for around $130 USD, offering a 5-inch Super AMOLED display, a quad-core processor, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage. Compared to the Chinese variant, this smartphone apparently has a faster processor and a slightly weaker battery.
Samsung Galaxy S8+ early reviews are largely positive
The elongated design may not be for everyone and certain benchmarks show the Huawei Mate 9 ahead in some cases.
Moto G5 Plus now available for 300 Euros
The Moto G5 Plus is slightly larger than the standard G5 with a faster Snapdragon SoC and higher capacity internal battery.
Alcatel unveils smartphone with four cameras
The new Alcatel Flash features a dual rear-facing camera setup and two front-facing cameras.
Samsung Galaxy A3 (2017) Smartphone Review
Striking Update. Samsung's latest reincarnation of its hip mid-range Galaxy A3 smartphone not only features an updated glass and metal unibody design but also significant improvements under the hood, for example increased processing power and improved camera performance. Will this be enough to show its competitors who's the boss?
Samsung Exynos 7870 Octa, ARM Mali-T830 MP1, 4.7", 138 g
AOL and Yahoo to be combined into new Verizon sub-brand, dubbed "Oath"
Verizon will merge AOL, Yahoo, and all associated brands under a single "house" named Oath. It appears that Oath will serve as a brand manager for the myriad of names within it.
DisplayMate gives Galaxy S8 screen its highest grade ever
Independent display analyst Dr. Raymond Soneria of DisplayMate Technologies published the results of extensive lab tests on the Samsung Galaxy S8's display, concluding that the screen scored top marks across the board.
Check out how the Galaxy S8 came to be with Samsung's latest Design Story
The Samsung Galaxy S8 Design Story takes a look at the reasoning behind the smartphone's aesthetic and software choices.
Samsung's foldable phone is still coming, but much later than expected
Samsung's commercialization of foldable displays has been pushed back until 2019, meaning its Galaxy X device will debut at least until then. Samsung mentions the current success of bezel-free screens and a need to improve foldable technology as reasons for the delay.
Apple releases iOS 10.3.1
The new update comes in a small package, and it does not bring any new features, only offering the usual bug fixes and security improvements. All iOS 10 users can download it for free via OTA or iTunes.
Nokia 9 leak claims iris scanner, OZO Audio, and dual Carl Zeiss cameras
The high-end 5.5-inch Android smartphone will supposedly carry the Snapdragon 835 SoC and a QHD OLED display with hardware security features not unlike the Galaxy S8.
Seeing double: Yotaphone 3 preorders may start this summer
A new teaser image on Yota's website hints that a new device will be available for preorder this summer.
Sony Xperia XZs will go on sale April 5th
The Xperia XZs is now available for preorder on Amazon and will go on sale April 5th. Priced at $699, the Xperia XZs pairs an impressive camera with outdated internals.
Samsung Galaxy S8 can be unlocked with a photograph
A video has surfaced of Samsung's new Galaxy S8 being tricked into unlocking with a photograph, raising questions of security.
DDR5 memory is coming, and it is fast
The new standard promises to bring twice the bandwidth and density over current DDR4 memory. Publication is expected to be finalized in 2018.
OnePlus teases Dash Charge energy drink for April Fools
In a strange promotional effort, OnePlus will be giving away limited quantities of Dash Charge energy drinks on April 1st in order to promote the OnePlus smartphone series and its fast-charging Dash Charge accessories.
HTC CBP smartphone hits AnTuTu
The upcoming sibling of the existing HTC U handsets is expected to feature a Snapdragon 835 processor, next to a 2K display, 4 GB RAM, and 64 GB internal storage space, all with Android 7.1.1 Nougat on top.
BlackBerry KEYone shipments delayed until May
BlackBerry's new smartphone was scheduled to ship in early April. However, it has been delayed by a month, placing it directly in the crosshairs of another upcoming release: the Samsung Galaxy S8.
Sapphire Blue Moto G5 is now available exclusively from O2
The Moto G5 has a new Sapphire Blue variant, but it is exclusive to British O2 customers.
Samsung says Galaxy S8 and S8+ will not have supply shortage
Samsung expects record-breaking sales of their new flagship duo, the Galaxy S8 and S8+, but according to them, they aren't having any supply issues at all. Hopefully, the rumored chipsets falling behind production schedule were incorrect.
Apple says iOS 10.3 fixes flaw that caused phones to repeatedly call 911
The iOS 10.3 update included frontend improvements and security fixes, one of which addressed a major security hole that allowed other users to remotely take control of iOS devices and use them to call 911.
A closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S8's camera
Samsung wants everyone to know what changes they've made to their camera this time around in their upcoming Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+.
HTC and LG among phone makers competing to make the Pixel 3
Google's already in talks with manufacturers to create the third iteration of its Pixel smartphones, and according to a Chinese report, the phone makers competing for the contract include HTC, LG, Coolpad and TCL.
Samsung Galaxy S8 Microsoft Edition now available for pre-order
Microsoft is accepting pre-orders for a customized version of the Samsung Galaxy S8. This "Microsoft Edition" includes a variety of the company's mobile apps that run the gamut from productivity to virtual assistance.
Samsung requires man to sign NDA before replacing faulty phone
A Singaporean man whose S7 Edge overheated was surprised to be served an NDA before Samsung would agree to replace his phone.
Lenovo B Smartphone Review
A Lenovo for first-time smartphone users. The Lenovo B smartphone is already available for less than 100 Euros (~$108). Its fixed-focus camera or TN display may cause disappointment, but at least there is LTE and a replaceable battery. Whether this is enough to top other low-cost smartphones, we'll clarify in the following test.
Mediatek MT6735M, ARM Mali-T720, 4.5", 144 g
Nubia N1 Lite smartphone now available for 160 Euros
ZTE's already wide selection of budget smartphones has gotten even larger with the new N1 Lite. The smartphone offers a large 5.5-inch display, attractive Black and Gold design, and even a fingerprint reader for an entry-level price.
United States House of Representatives votes to allows ISPs to sell browsing history
Both the House and Senate have now voted to allow ISPs to sell the personal data of their customers. The measure will go before President Trump, who is expected to sign the bill into action.
Dual-camera Micromax Dual 5 smartphone now official
This new 5.5-inch handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor, next to 4 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage, and two 13 MP sensors on the back. It will go on sale in India in about two weeks for roughly $385 USD.
Andy Rubin's new smartphone will run Android
A recent tweet by Google's Eric Schmidt confirms that the "Essential" smartphone will use the Android OS. The tweet points to Andy Rubin's recent teaser image as an example of a "phenomenal new choice for Android users."
Samsung is including a pair of AKG earphones with each Galaxy S8
Every purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8 Plus includes a pair of free, high-quality earphones. The earphones are made by well-known manufacturer AKG, and should be several steps above standard earbuds.
HTC 10 gets Android Nougat on Verizon
This flagship on Verizon Wireless gets the update more than four months after its unlocked siblings received Android 7.0 in the US. The official change log is not available yet, but it should come with the latest security patch from Google included.
Sluggish chipset production may limit supply of Samsung's upcoming flagship smartphones
Due to the slow rate of production, Samsung may not be able to get their hands on enough Snapdragon 835 and Exynos 8895 chipsets to meet demand, insider sources say. A supply shortage could have a significant impact on Samsung's sales.
Moto G5 hits India next week
Although the Motorola Moto G5 was unveiled at MWC 2017 next to the Moto G5 Plus, this Snapdragon 430-driven Android smartphone is set to arrive in India more than two weeks after its sibling.
HTC's Ocean device will drop codename and launch as the HTC U
The HTC Ocean smartphone has been the subject of various leaks and rumors; this latest leak claims a name change, doubles down on high-end specs, and reveals a unique way of interacting with the device.
LG TONE FREE wireless earbuds hit Best Buy
These headphones were unveiled back at CES 2017 in January, and now they are finally available for purchase. Best Buy has them up for sale both in stores and online, carrying a price tag of $199.99 USD.
Andy Rubin shares a teaser image of his new smartphone
The father of Android reveals the first image of his new smartphone. The device will be the flagship product for Andy Rubin's company, Essential Products Inc., and is expected to arrive later this year.
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