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LG G Pad series could get a new member in 2015 called G Pad X

LG receives G Pad X trademark

The South Korean could finally launch a large high-end tablet in early 2015, as it has recently received two trademarks, one for G Pen and the other for G Pad X.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Dec 2014 20:56
HTC 12 rumored specs include Snapdragon 410 chip

Mid-range HTC A12 rumored to come with Snapdragon 410 chip

Taiwanese manufacturer HTC is rumored to be working on a new mid-range smartphone. The HTC A12 is expected to come with a 4.7-inch HD display and a Snapdragon 410 chipset.
Mihai Andrici, 23 Dec 2014 20:02
Android One initiative for cheap Android smartphones expands

Android One hits three new countries

Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka add over 200 million people to the mass of users exposed to Google's initiative that aims to bring cheap smartphones running pure Android to everyone.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Dec 2014 23:49
THL 4000 Smartphone Review

78% THL 4000 Smartphone Review

Great inexpensive solution. It's a $99 Chinese smartphone, yet it feels solid and performs more fluidly than its competition. The THL 4000 is made for those who want a cheap, reliable, and long-lasting Android phone without any hidden hardware issues or performance glitches.
Mediatek MT6582M, ARM Mali-400 MP, 4.7", 158 g
Allen Ngo, 22 Dec 2014 02:39
Samsung Galaxy J series smartphone

Samsung Galaxy J1 specs unveiled

A new report reveals the entire specs list of this upcoming handset - 4.3-inch display, quad-core Marvell SoC, 1 GB of memory and 16 GB internal storage, as well as LTE connectivity.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Dec 2014 23:47
Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet Ultra specs leak reveals 4K screen and 6 GB RAM

Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet Ultra specs appear online

If the leak turns out to be true, this next-gen Xperia Z4 tablet will offer impressive specs, including 6 GB of memory, a 4K display and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 810 SoC.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Dec 2014 20:07
Samsung ChatOn messaging service closes February 1, 2015

Samsung to close ChatOn in February

The South Korean company revealed the date when ChatOn is scheduled to go down, but also confirmed that US customers will be able to use it for a little longer.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Dec 2014 16:47
Sony Xperia E4 gets leaked in detailed review

Sony Xperia E4 gets leaked in detailed review

A fresh leak reveals almost everything there is to know about the upcoming Sony Xperia E4, including the full list of specifications, benchmark results, as well as a few photos of the handset.
Mihai Andrici, 19 Dec 2014 16:17
Sony Xperia Z4 photo surfaces in leaked email

Sony Xperia Z4 photo surfaces in leaked email

A photo of the Sony Xperia Z4 has surfaced today in an email allegedly sent by the head of Sony Entertainment. According to previous rumors, the official presentation of the device could come as early as next month on January 5.
Mihai Andrici, 19 Dec 2014 13:17
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Android phablet color options

Beta Lollipop build for Galaxy Note 3 leaks online

The unofficial update is only compatible with the Exynos-powered South Korean version of the phablet, but this means the international version should also get its Android 5.0 update soon.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Dec 2014 23:48
BlackBerry Classic smartphone with BlackBerry OS 10 and full QWERTY keyboard

BlackBerry Classic is finally available for purchase

This long-awaited handset with a 35-key QWERTY keypad, dual-core processor and square touchscreen can finally be purchased for $449 unlocked from ShopBlackBerry and Amazon.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Dec 2014 22:20
Blu Studio 7.0 world's first 7-inch smartphone features dual-core processor, 1 GB RAM, 8 GB storage and Android 4.4 KitKat

Blu launches Studio 7.0 handset

This 7-inch device is advertised as a smartphone and features modest specs, as well as a low resolution screen with only 1024X600 pixels and 169 ppi.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Dec 2014 18:34
Samsung SM-J100H entry-level smartphone surfaces online

Samsung SM-J100H entry-level smartphone surfaces online

A currently-unofficial Samsung smartphone codenamed SM-J100H surfaced online earlier today. The handset is shaping up to be a Lumia 535 competitor with a quad-core processor and a 4.8-inch display.
Mihai Andrici, 18 Dec 2014 16:02
OnePlus One Mini Android smartphone leaked image

OnePlus One Mini leaks online

This 5-inch handset is expected to arrive during a special event later today, powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 SoC.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2014 17:24
OnePlus One imports banned in India

OnePlus One imports banned in India

After Xiaomi, now OnePlus faces an import ban in India. The Indian court decided that the OnePlus One can no longer be imported in the country due to an exclusivity deal between Micromax and the the makers of CyanogenMod.
Mihai Andrici, 17 Dec 2014 14:05
Rumor: HTC Hima (One M9) to be unveiled in March 2015

Rumor: HTC Hima (One M9) to be unveiled in March 2015

According to recent rumors, HTC plans to officially unveil a successor to the HTC One M8 in March 2015. The company is expected to introduce the HTC Hima at a dedicated event.
Mihai Andrici, 16 Dec 2014 16:59
Huawei Honor T1: 8-inch Android 4.3 tablet priced at 130 Euro

Huawei Honor T1: 8-inch Android 4.3 tablet priced at 130 Euro

Chinese manufacturer Huawei recently announced that the affordable Honor T1 tablet will be released in Europe by the end of the year. The 8-inch tablet has a price of 130 Euros and runs Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.
Mihai Andrici, 16 Dec 2014 11:27
Asus Zenfone 5 Smartphone Review

84% Asus Zenfone 5 Smartphone Review

Piece of art. Awarded with a design prize, available for a low price as an entry-level device and also really comfortable in the hands: The 5-inch Asus Zenfone 5 checks many of the right boxes in our review and only reveals a few drawbacks.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8926, Adreno 305, 5", 145 g
Manuel Masiero, 16 Dec 2014 05:30
HTC One E8 Smartphone Review

87% HTC One E8 Smartphone Review

Now in plastic as well. The One M8 was a very successful high-end device for HTC. Now, the Android device with a curved metal chassis is also available with a plastic case and high-resolution camera. We look at the changes and tell you if the One E8 is a real highlight as well.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AC, Adreno 330, 5", 145 g
Florian Wimmer, 16 Dec 2014 05:27
Tonino Lamborghini: 88 Tauri luxury smartphone costs $6,000

Tonino Lamborghini: 88 Tauri luxury smartphone costs $6,000

The new Tonino Lamborghini 88 Tauri is a luxury Android smartphone priced at $6,000. The extravagant handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801.
Mihai Andrici, 16 Dec 2014 01:20
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Samsung rumored to unveil the Galaxy S6 at CES 2015 in January

The latest rumor in the tech blogosphere claims that Samsung could unveil the Galaxy S6 in early January at CES 2015.
Mihai Andrici, 15 Dec 2014 22:45
HTC Desire Eye Smartphone Review

87% HTC Desire Eye Smartphone Review

Selfie show-off. HTC expands its product line around its One M8 flagship and now has a smartphone with high-performance hardware dubbed Desire EYE. It is primarily aimed at selfie fans in view of a high-resolution front-facing camera. The lens promises decent pics with 13 MP and a dual-LED flash, and it is in fact quite compelling. An IP certification rounds off the total package.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 MSM8974AB, Adreno 330, 5.2", 152 g
Daniel Schmidt, 15 Dec 2014 07:13
Toshiba WERAM1100 activity tracker at the FCC

Toshiba activity tracker spotted at the FCC

Toshiba launched the WERAM1100 activity tracker in Japan back in August and now the device has just been spotted at the FCC in advance of an imminent US launch.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Dec 2014 22:10
Google Nexus 9 LTE Android tablet hits T-Mobile

Nexus 9 with LTE hits T-Mobile

After a very short delay T-Mobile launches this slate, thus becoming the first U.S. carrier to offer the HTC-built LTE Nexus 9.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Dec 2014 19:08
Samsung Galaxy RED Collection Christmas edition handsets for South Korean market

Galaxy Note 4 Velvet Red Christmas edition available in Korea

An offer apparently exclusive to carrier SK Telecom allows South Korean customers to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 with a Velvet Red color option.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Dec 2014 17:39
Xiaomi Mi 3 Android smartphone, a model very popular in India

Xiaomi suspends sales in India

Xiaomi temporarily suspended sales in India due to a patent suit initiated by Ericsson which involves allegedly unfair use of various wireless technology patents.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Dec 2014 16:09
Samsung Galaxy Grand 3 specs leaked by China's TENAA

Samsung Galaxy Grand 3 specs leaked by China's TENAA

The Samsung Galaxy Grand 3 was recently spotted in the database of China's regulatory authority TENAA, complete with technical specifications and multiple photos. The mid-range smartphone comes with several improvements compared to its predecessor.
Mihai Andrici, 12 Dec 2014 13:43
MSN apps now for iOS, Android, and Kindle

MSN apps now available for iOS, Android, and Amazon devices

The MSN apps can be already downloaded from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Windows and Windows Phone Stores, as well as the Amazon App Store.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Dec 2014 23:52
Samsung Galaxy Alpha Android smartphone features Corning Gorilla Glass 4

Samsung Galaxy Alpha features Corning Gorilla Glass 4

This handset was introduced back in August, but only now we find out that its screen was the first in the world to get Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protection.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Dec 2014 23:03
Samsung Galaxy S3, S4, and S5 Android smartphones

Samsung Galaxy E5 and Galaxy E7 details leak online

These two upcoming devices are expected to feature a Super AMOLED display, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 410 SoC, Android Lollipop, as well as non-removable battery.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Dec 2014 19:48
Samsung Galaxy A7

Samsung Galaxy A7 metal phablet rumored to come with same chip as the Note 4

According to insider sources quoted in a fresh report, the Samsung Galaxy A7 will be based on the Exynos 5433 chip, a mobile SoC that features an octa-core 64-bit CPU. The Exynos 5433 can also be found in one version of the Galaxy Note 4.
Mihai Andrici, 11 Dec 2014 16:12
Android Wear Lollipop update features new watch faces and

Major Android Wear update rolls out

Android Wear 5.0 comes with an updated Wear app for smartphones, a new API for developers and 27 officially supported watch faces that can be already downloaded from the Google Play Store.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Dec 2014 14:29
Vivo X5 Max 5.5-inch Full HD smartphone with 2 GB memory, 16 GB internal storage, up to 128 GB microSD support and quad-core Snapdragon processor

Vivo launches world's thinnest smartphone in China

The 5.5-inch X5 Max smartphone is less than 0.19 inches thick and runs a custom Android 4.4 KitKat version called "Funtouch OS" on top of competitive mid-range hardware.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Dec 2014 14:04
Acer Iconia Tab 10 A3-A20FHD Tablet Review

85% Acer Iconia Tab 10 A3-A20FHD Tablet Review

All-round entertainer. Being equipped with a Full HD screen and Dolby sound system, the 10-inch Android-based Acer Iconia Tab 10 A3-A20FHD is to ensure a breathtaking entertainment experience - according to the manufacturer. Our report reveals whether it is enough for this superlative.
Mediatek MT8127, ARM Mali-450 MP4, 10", 520 g
Manuel Masiero, 11 Dec 2014 06:43
ZTE Q7: an Apple iPhone 6 Plus clone from China

ZTE Q7: an Apple iPhone 6 Plus clone from China

It looks like Chinese smartphone manufacturers have made it a habit to blatantly copy Apple's iPhone series. The upcoming Q7 smartphone from China's ZTE bears an uncanny resemblance to the iPhone 6 Plus, up to the point where it would be hard to distinguish one smartphone from the other from a distance.
Mihai Andrici, 10 Dec 2014 15:24
Samsung may launch a Snapdragon 810 version of the Galaxy Note 4

Samsung may launch a Snapdragon 810 version of the Galaxy Note 4

Considered by many an excellent smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is more than your typical handset, as in combination with the S-Pen stylus, the device brings office capabilities in a phablet format. According to a recent rumor, Samsung is planning to launch a Snapdragon 810 version of the Note 4 in South Korea.
Mihai Andrici, 10 Dec 2014 14:45
LG G Watch R first generation Android Wear smartwatch

4G LTE-capable LG G Watch R2 could show up in February

The direct successor to the notorious G Watch R is expected to be unveiled at MWC 2015 in Barcelona featuring 4G connectivity.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Dec 2014 22:10
Nexus 6 now available via US Cellular

Nexus 6 hits US Cellular

This carrier sells the phablet in Midnight Blue and Cloud White starting at $199.99 USD for the 32 GB variant when purchased with a two-year contract.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Dec 2014 14:56
Sony Xperia Z4 rumored to come with 5.2-inch display

Sony Xperia Z4 rumored to come with 5.2-inch display

Although previous rumors claimed that the Sony Xperia Z4 will come with a 5.4-inch QHD display, new sources indicate that the Z4 will actually come with a 5.2-inch 1080p panel.
Mihai Andrici, 08 Dec 2014 21:52
Google Project Tango Android tablet costs $1,024 USD and up

Google Project Tango tablet starts at $1,024 USD

The 7-inch slate capable to map the space around it in 3D is now available for purchase in both black or white and should ship in 1-2 days once ordered.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2014 22:32
Alleged Samsung Galaxy S6 specs revealed by AnTuTu database screenshot

Samsung Galaxy S6 spotted in the AnTuTu database

A Chinese website spotted the European version of the Galaxy S6 on the AnTuTu website, revealing a 5.5-inch QHD display and a Samsung Exynos 7420 processor with Mali-T760 graphics.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2014 21:33
@upleaks reveals HTC Hima specs and features

HTC One M9 specs leak online once again

The new alleged specs of the upcoming flagship are different to the ones mentioned earlier this week and include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 SoC, 20.7 MP main camera, HTC Sense 7.0 UI and a 2840 mAh battery.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2014 14:52
T-Mobile delays the Google Nexus 9, no launch date announced

T-Mobile delays launch of Nexus 9

This 9-inch HTC tablet loaded with pure Android will hit T-Mobile "on a date to be determined" instead of early December as they previously announced.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2014 14:16
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 faces problems that may delay Galaxy S6 and other premium handsets

Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 appears to have problems

The next-gen chip overheats and also slows down due to its problematic RAM controller. This could leave various devices without their primary processor choice, for example the Galaxy S6.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2014 22:05
Samsung discontinues WatchON on December 31

Samsung to discontinue WatchON service on December 31

WatchON service will shut down at the end of 2014 across the whole world, except South Korea and the United States.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2014 18:33
Google updates Android 5.0 Lollipop to version 5.0.1

Google updates Android Lollipop to version 5.0.1

Android 5.0.1 Lollipop shows up only a month after the major 5.0 release and images for various Nexus devices can be already downloaded directly from Google.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2014 11:37
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Verizon's Android 4.4.4 KitKat update details

Verizon Galaxy Note 3 receives Android 4.4.4 update

The Samsung phablet does not get Lollipop yet, but a new KitKat update that comes with improvements and fixes, as well as a few preloaded apps, including Find My Mobile and Kids Mode stub in Widget Tray.
Codrut Nistor, 03 Dec 2014 12:41
OnePlus One CyanogenMod smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 SoC

OnePlus One successor confirmed for 2015

OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei confirms that OnePlus Two should launch by the end of Q3 2015 if everything goes as planned.
Codrut Nistor, 03 Dec 2014 11:24
Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4 software update fixes two issues, but Lollipop is not ready yet

Samsung Galaxy S4 gets minor update, Android 5.0 Lollipop coming soon

While Verizon's handsets only fixes two issues, the Lollipop update for Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition has been spotted in Beta stage and should become available soon.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Dec 2014 23:07
Android KitKat and other Android statues at Googleplex

Android KitKat accounts for 34 percent of all Google Play traffic

Fresh data from Google reveals that Jelly Bean still is the most popular Android version, closely followed by KitKat.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Dec 2014 06:33

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