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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
HTC One M9 specs leak online

HTC One M9 leaks online

The upcoming HTC flagship is expected to have a 5.5-inch QHD display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 processor, 16 MP rear camera and up to 128 GB internal storage.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Dec 2014 06:16
HP India launches the 6-inch Slate 6 VoiceTab II

HP India launches the 6-inch Slate 6 VoiceTab II

Hewlett-Packard (HP) has just launched a new small tablet in the Indian market. The new product is called the HP Slate 6 VoiceTab II, and is priced at the equivalent of roughly $260.
Mihai Andrici, 02 Dec 2014 01:24
Microsoft acquired Acompli, makers of mobile email apps

Microsoft buys Acompli

Acompli provides email and calendar apps for both iOS and Android platforms and they will soon join the Microsoft Outlook team.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Dec 2014 00:01
Google Glass smartglasses available with Texas Instruments chip

Intel will power next-gen Google Glass smartglasses

Google's Internet-connected eyewear will soon be powered by an Intel chip which is going to replace the Texas Instruments SoC used by the first version of this notorious wearable.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Dec 2014 20:54
Razer Nabu smartband with Bluetooth LE connectivity

Razer Nabu smartband launches tomorrow

This smartband goes on sale in the United States tomorrow for $99.99 USD, but early adopters can get it for $20 USD less.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Dec 2014 13:00
The original G Flex may get a successor at CES 2015 next month

CES 2015 | LG may announce G Flex successor next month

Industry insiders reveal that G Flex 2 will bring major improvements over its predecessor and will launch at CES 2015 in January, although LG still has to confirm this.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Dec 2014 12:30
Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 Pro Review

84% Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 Pro Review

Pro as in projector? Lenovo shows its innovative side: The Yoga Tablet 2 Pro can be hung up on a wall, has an integrated subwoofer, and even a projector is installed. At a first glance, that is enough to provide a "wow" factor - but we will check whether the rest of the tablet is just as awesome.
Intel Atom Z3745, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 13.3", 950 g
Florian Wimmer, 29 Nov 2014 20:31
HTC Desire 620 Android smartphone ready for retail

HTC Desire 620 leaks online

This mid-range 5-inch Android handset has an all-plastic build, uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 SoC coupled with 1 GB RAM, 8 GB internal storage and microSD support.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Nov 2014 10:25
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (SM-N910F) Smartphone Review

90% Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (SM-N910F) Smartphone Review

Dazzler. The concept of the Galaxy Note, a high-end smartphone with a digitizer, is still unique and well implemented by Samsung. But the device cannot utilize the promised additional performance of the Snapdragon 805. However, the Note 4 probably has the best smartphone display, which shines bright and can also convince outdoors.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 APQ8084, Adreno 420, 5.7", 176 g
Daniel Schmidt, 26 Nov 2014 07:09
Samsung pulls out Fitness with Gear app

Samsung plans to shut down ChatOn, retires Fitness with Gear app

The South Korean company's global sales are slowing down and they decided to drop the ChatOn messaging service, as well as Fitness with Gear, its data being integrated into S Health.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Nov 2014 03:38
Sony Xperia Z4 Snapdragon 805

Sony Xperia Z4 and Xperia Z4 Ultra rumored to come with Snapdragon 805 chips

According to recent rumors, the Sony Xperia Z4 and Xperia Z4 Ultra will both be based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 805. This contradicts previous rumors which indicated the presence of the Snapdragon 810 in Sony's upcoming flagship handsets.
Mihai Andrici, 25 Nov 2014 21:01
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MDP smartphone and tablet

Qualcomm unveils reference Snapdragon 810 smartphone and tablet

Qualcomm has just unveiled smartphone and tablet reference devices based on the upcoming Snapdragon 810 SoC. As mobile developer platforms, these devices are not aimed at the consumer market, but still provide a sneak peak into next year's technology.
Mihai Andrici, 25 Nov 2014 17:24
Google Nexus 6 from T-Mobile without bloatware and carrier branding

T-Mobile sells pure Nexus 6

T-Mobile's Nexus 6 phablet comes with no carrier branding and no bloatware, as the company decided to listen to the customers who want their Google handsets as "pure" as they come from the manufacturer.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Nov 2014 09:14
HTC Google Nexus 9 (Wi-Fi / 32 GB) Tablet Review

86% HTC Google Nexus 9 (Wi-Fi / 32 GB) Tablet Review

Candy lickin' good. The 64-bit version of Android 4.0 Lollipop and the matching 64-bit processor from Nvidia are certainly the big debuts in the Nexus 9. However, the new architecture apparently has some pitfalls and did not run quite smoothly in the test. Otherwise, we missed the attention to detail in HTC's tablet, which could, however, still score with a good performance and decent battery life.
Nvidia Tegra K1 (Denver), NVIDIA Tegra K1 Kepler GPU, 8.9", 422 g
Daniel Schmidt, 22 Nov 2014 07:30
Jolla Tablet with Intel Atom and Sailfish OS

Intel Atom-powered Jolla Tablet to arrive in Q2 2015

This Sailfish OS-powered slate is the world’s first crowdsourced tablet project on Indiegogo ($189 USD a piece for the first batch) and should arrive next year.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2014 14:59
LG L Fino Smartphone Review

80% LG L Fino Smartphone Review

Cool deal. The LG L Fino is a compact entry-level smartphone with a 4.5-inch display, Qualcomm quad-core SOC, as well as UMTS and NFC. For around 160 Euro (~$200) MSRP, the phone comes nicely equipped. We subject the LG L Fino to our battery of tests to get an idea of the performance.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 MSM8212, Adreno 302, 4.5", 145 g
Michael Moser, 21 Nov 2014 04:56
Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 (10.1 inch/Wi-Fi/1050F) Review

83% Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 (10.1 inch/Wi-Fi/1050F) Review

Ergonomic acrobat. This tablet can literally be hung up on a nail. The most striking feature of the new, affordable Yoga scion is undoubtedly its flexible stand that proved extremely handy in the test, although it also increases the weight. Our report will, of course, closely examine the technical aspects, screen, connectivity, and battery life.
Intel Atom Z3745, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 10.1", 619 g
Sven Kloevekorn, 21 Nov 2014 04:54
Samsung Milk Video streaming service for Galaxy Note and Galaxy S

Samsung launches Milk Video service

This new service delivers a premium mobile video experience to Samsung Galaxy S and Samsung Galaxy Note users.
Codrut Nistor, 20 Nov 2014 07:00
Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 Black Friday promotion

Samsung to offer over 160 deals on Black Friday

Samsung's list of holiday deals includes solid price cuts for tablets, SSDs, TVs, digital cameras, Chromebooks, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Nov 2014 06:10
Nokia N1 Android tablet with Intel Atom processor and 8 inch display

Nokia reveals N1 Android tablet

This new 7.9-inch slate has a one-piece aluminum design, uses a quad-core Intel Atom, and will debut in China in early 2015.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Nov 2014 13:21
Sharp Aquos Crystal Smartphone Review

82% Sharp Aquos Crystal Smartphone Review

A sharp edge. The term "edge-to-edge" has now become a common marketing ploy to advertise most any portable with a display, but Sharp have taken the term one step further. We find out why the Aquos Crystal is the 2015 CES Innovation Awards Honoree with a closer look at its striking and alluring design.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8926, Adreno 305, 5", 141 g
Allen Ngo, 17 Nov 2014 05:25
Asus Memo Pad 8 ME181CX Tablet (Pro 7 Entertainment Pad) Review

82% Asus Memo Pad 8 ME181CX Tablet (Pro 7 Entertainment Pad) Review

We love? The Memo Pad 8 from Asus is also available as “Pro Sieben Entertainment Pad”. In cooperation with the media group, the buyer supposedly gets a "100 Euros (~$125) Entertainment Voucher". Read our review to find out what this means and if the device is any good.
Intel Atom Z3745, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 8", 338 g
Florian Wimmer, 17 Nov 2014 04:41
Huawei Ascend G7 Smartphone Review

82% Huawei Ascend G7 Smartphone Review

The gentle giant. Huawei's Ascend G7 towers over many other smartphones with its 5.5-inch screen. In our tests we will clarify whether its performance and build are also outstanding in view of the affordable 299 Euros (~$372).
Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 MSM8916, Adreno 306, 5.5", 165 g
Florian Wimmer, 17 Nov 2014 04:37
NVIDIA Shield Tablet gets Android 5.0 Lollipop update

Nvidia SHIELD Tablet Android 5.0 Lollipop update rolls out

NVIDIA announced the update earlier this week and now Android 5.0 rolls out to Shield tablet devices all over the world.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Nov 2014 12:04
Asus ZenFone 4 with Intel Atom processor will get a 4G LTE-enabled successor

CES 2015 | Asus to unveil new Intel-powered smartphones at CES 2015

New 4G LTE ZenFone models will arrive at CES 2015 powered by Intel chips and expected to hit the market starting around $330 USD soon after that.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Nov 2014 11:52
First Impressions: Google Nexus 9 in Review

86% First Impressions: Google Nexus 9 in Review

Two become one. This time the latest Google tablet is produced by HTC, replacing the models Nexus 7 and Nexus 10. It is the first product with the new Android 5.0 Lollipop, and looks pretty good. The new operating system now also supports 64-bit processors, and the Nexus 9 obviously uses one.
Nvidia Tegra K1 (Denver), NVIDIA Tegra K1 Kepler GPU, 8.9", 422 g
Daniel Schmidt, 13 Nov 2014 07:25
Ecoo Focus E01 Smartphone Review

78% Ecoo Focus E01 Smartphone Review

1080p on a budget. A 5.2-inch FullHD LG display with a higher PPI than an Apple Retina display on a Chinese smartphone for less than $150? It's a mouthful, but the bottom line is that the Focus E01 offers one of the best and brightest 1080p displays for the inexpensive asking price.
Mediatek MT6592, ARM Mali-450 MP4, 5.2", 145 g
Allen Ngo, 13 Nov 2014 03:40
LG G3 gets Android 5.0 Lollipop update this week

Android 5.0 Lollipop for LG G3 rolls out this week

Polish users of LG G3 are the first ones to receive the Android 5.0 update for their handsets, with other markets to follow "in the near future."
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2014 01:31

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