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Apple Pay may soon extend to Canada
Having seen much success since its October release, Apple could be planning to release its contact-less payment system in Canada this fall.
Tizen smartphones to hit the US later this year
Samsung Z2 is expected in Europe, the US, as well as other countries by the end of 2015.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Smartphone Review
A new standard. The conventional Galaxy S6 was already very convincing in our review. Samsung now offers a smartphone with two rounded display edges with the Galaxy S6 Edge for the first time, but the additional price is pretty steep. Our review shows if the extra charge is worth it.
Samsung Exynos 7420 Octa, ARM Mali-T760 MP8, 5.1", 132 g
First photos of LG's G4 Stylus surface on the net
The pen-enabled sibling of the LG G4 is rumored to have a 5.8-inch display and a mid-range Qualcomm Snapdragon SoC.
LG confirms details about its G4 smartphone
Two weeks ahead of the LG G4 official reveal, LG releases a teaser video detailing new specifications.
LG G Flex 2 Smartphone Review
Bananaphone. LG presents the second edition of its curved, high-end smartphone, LG G Flex 2, with improvements: Primarily the higher resolution screen is to silence the critics. We closely examined the slightly smaller phablet in the test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994, Adreno 430, 5.5", 152 g
Microsoft Lumia 540 Dual SIM launches next month
This new Lumia handset has a 5-inch display, a modest Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 processor and 8 MP main camera, but packs 4G LTE connectivity and microSD support up to 128 GB, all for less than $150 USD.
Sharp announces a 5.5-inch Ultra HD 4K panel
Judging by the size, the display could be used in smartphones or in VR headsets. First shipments to electronics manufacturers are expected in 2016.
Legend announces luxury variants of Samsung's Galaxy S6
The Helsinki-based company offers several pre-made models crafted with expensive materials. Alternatively, customers can create and order their own designs.
Cyanogen 12 rolls out to OnePlus One handsets
The new firmware is based on Android 5.0 Lollipop and includes a revamped theming feature and the new Boxer-based Email app, in addition to the regular Lollipop changes like Material Design.
BQ Ubuntu phone now available for purchase
The world's first Ubuntu phone produced by BQ is now available for purchase in the European Union. Previously, the smartphone was only available through a series of flash sales.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Smartphone Review
Successor to the throne. Samsung wants to claim the smartphone crown with the Galaxy S6. Those are not just marketing slogans; the South Korean high-end Android device really puts up a convincing performance in our review and can secure the top spot in our ranking.
Samsung Exynos 7420 Octa, ARM Mali-T760 MP8, 5.1", 138 g
Motorola Moto E 2015 Smartphone Review
Successful update... ...would be a brief and catchy description of Motorola's Moto E 2nd generation because many points of criticism made on the predecessor have been reworked. A 4.5-inch qHD screen, LTE, 8 GB of storage, and the latest Android 5.0 Lollipop - the revised bundle is appealing.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916, Adreno 306, 4.5", 145 g
Samsung Galaxy J5 spotted in GFXBench
The popular benchmark revealed key specifications and the version of Android running on the smartphone.
Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 available for pre-order from April 21
This $250 smartphone offers a well-balanced set of mid-range components and runs an up-to-date Android version.
AT&T Galaxy S5 gets Android Lollipop update
One day after the older Galaxy S4 flagship, Galaxy S5 on AT&T gets the long-awaited Android 5.0 Lollipop update.
AT&T stores launch adidas Originals accessory collection for iPhone
iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus get adidas Originals cases with two color schemes as part of a new line of accessories available through AT&T stores nationwide.
Apple releases iOS 8.3
This last update promises to fix the WiFi issues encountered by many iOS users in the past, as well as
LG giving away 4,000 G4s for 'test drive'
Selected participants will receive the flagship phone weeks before launch, and will be able to complete assignments and obtain prizes. Participants can test out the phone for up to 30 days.
HTC officially introduces One M9+
So far, this Mediatek-powered smartphone with a QHD display and a fingerprint scanner is only available in China.
Microsoft Lumia 532 Smartphone Review
Double X. Microsoft's Lumia 532 is actually the dual-SIM version of the Lumia 435. Buyers looking for a very affordable smartphone and want to use two SIM cards at the same time will find out what restrictions a price of just over 90 Euros (~$97) involve in our report.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 MSM8212, Adreno 302, 4", 136 g
US Cellular Galaxy S5 gets Android 5.0.1 update
Samsung's 2014 flagship handsets connected to US Cellular finally gets the Lollipop update, more than a month after other US carriers.
LG unveils UX 4.0
The updated user interface will come with the LG G4 flagship that launches at the end of the month and promises to be even easier to use than before, able to better serve each user's needs.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Active receives its Bluetooth certification
Android handset with codename SM-G890A, apparently the Galaxy S6 Active, has been spotted in the Bluetooth SIG database.
OnePlus launches OxygenOS
OxygenOS keeps things light and essential, while adding a range of services for every OnePlus user and also being able to provide "faster, more meaningful updates."
Panasonic Lumix DMC-CM1 Smartcam Review
Online premium camera. Panasonic's Lumix DMC-CM1 is actually more of a camera with integrated smartphone since the device looks like a compact camera just from its outsides. However, it also has plenty of mobile power with a Full HD screen, LTE, and a Snapdragon 801.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AB, Adreno 330, 4.7", 203 g
Asus expects to sell 30 million smartphones this year
Soon after the unveiling of the Zenfone 2 family, Asus reveals high expectations - no less than 30 million smartphones sold by the end of 2015.
HTC One M8s launches in Europe
The new handset is almost identical to the M8 flagship, but uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor and has a 13 MP camera on the back.
Moto G Google Play edition gets Android 5.1 update
This budget smartphone got the latest Lollipop flavor before more powerful Google devices such as the Nexus 9.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge First Impressions
S6 with curved edges. The Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge has curved edges on both sides of the display. This does not only look good, but also brings several additional features. Otherwise, the configuration is the same as that of the Galaxy S6 and uses high-end materials. Unfortunately, the extra costs for the curves are quite steep.
Samsung Exynos 7420 Octa, ARM Mali-T760 MP8, 5.1", 132 g
Asus Zenfone 2 coming to the US this spring
The Intel-powered smartphone hits Europe in three variants, starting at roughly $190 USD, and is expected in the US by the end of May.
Verizon LG G2 gets Android 5.0 Lollipop update
Strange enough, LG G3 owners on Verizon still only have Android KitKat for their handsets while its predecessor gets the long-awaited Lollipop update.
Samsung Browser coming later this year
Samsung Browser is a Web browser for all the company's Internet-enabled products, including TVs, and uses only HTML5 for video.
LG G4 to be unveiled on April 28
LG started sending invitations to a press event scheduled for April 28. The LG G4 is expected to be the star of the event.
Samsung to skip Android 5.1 Lollipop
Samsung is busy to bring Lollipop to more of its Android-powered devices and will skip the release of any Android 5.1 firmware update, claim inside reports that have not been officially confirmed yet.
LG G4: leaked benchmark result reveals Snapdragon 808 chip
The LG G4 surfaced online today in the form of a leaked benchmark result. The specs revealed by the leak include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 chip.
Asus Zenfone 3 to integrate a fingerprint sensor
As more and more smartphone makers are integrating fingerprint sensors in their handsets, the Asus CEO announced that Zenfone 3 will get a fingerprint reader of its own.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge aces triple crash test
A new video shows that the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge could come with some serious build quality. The smartphone was dropped on the floor three times, but no damage could be spotted at the end.
New LG mid-range smartphones roll out globally
The Joy, Magna, Leon, and Spirit Android handsets were unveiled one week before MWC 2015 and now they launch globally, starting with South America, but Europe and North America will follow soon as well.
Samsung Galaxy S6 First Impressions
One step forward – half a step back. Samsung wants to reclaim the smartphone throne with the Galaxy S6. The South Korean manufacturer wants to achieve this with noble materials and powerful components. The abandonment of a replaceable battery and the SD slot, however, could be pretty annoying for some users.
Samsung Exynos 7420 Octa, ARM Mali-T760 MP8, 5.1", 138 g
Dual SIM Galaxy S6 to hit Russia, China and the Philippines
Although Samsung did not initially announce a dual SIM variant of the Galaxy S6, it seems that three big markets will get it after all.
HTC One M9 now up for pre-order
The new HTC One flagship can be pre-ordered from HTC.com for $649 USD unlocked and will hit the stores on April 10, as previously announced.
Apple's next iPhone might be available in three sizes
Back by popular demand: the company is allegedly planning to please the buyers who prefer smaller phones by releasing a 4-inch iPhone 6C in addition to 6S and 6S Plus.
ZTE unveils Nubia Z9 Mini and Z9 Max smartphones
The two handsets offer 4G LTE connectivity, metal frame designs and rear glass panels, as well as good specs for their prices.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Active could bring back the microSD slot
While both the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge lack a removable battery, microSD slot, and water resistance, it looks like Galaxy S6 Active will bring them all back.
HTC One M9 First Impressions
Microevolution. HTC only changed a few things about the tried-and-true look of their top-of-the-line One M9. Instead they made significant improvements to the cameras and installed a modern Snapdragon 810 into the smartphone. In a rush of bold self-confidence, they also raised the recommended retail price.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994, Adreno 430, 5", 157 g
HTC schedules "More than One" launch event for April 8
Most likely, the Taiwanese manufacturer will announce its new One M9+ smartphone. Rumored specifications include an octa-core Mediatek SoC and a QHD display.
Toshiba announces new eMMC 5.1 embedded memory modules
These new JEDEC e-MMC 5.1-compliant embedded NAND flash memory chips will enter mass production in a few months and target a wide range of digital consumer products.
Leaked HTC One E9+ photos show glossy plastic build
Several new photos of the HTC One E9+ leaked online today showing an all-plastic build. The main highlights include a qHD display and a 20MP primary camera on the back.
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