More curved-edge display smartphones coming, Xiaomi Mi Note 2 next?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung pioneered in the field of curved edge displays with the Galaxy Note Edge, and has since toned down the implementation to gentler curves but on both sides with the Galaxy S6 edge, S6 edge+ and now the latest S7 edge. Other manufacturers are starting to join in on the fun, for example Vivo with the recently announced Xplay5. Reports are coming in that Samsung will be (or in fact already is) selling curved displays to other Chinese makers, including Xiaomi. The rumor has it, Xiaomi's Mi Note 2 will be the next in line to have an extra bit of flair on the sides. The current Mi Note, already a couple of months past the usual one-year life cycle, is due to be replaced some time soon and the successor will allegedly feature such a display. The other manufacturer that's been mentioned is Huawei, and with costly curved edge displays destined to come in flagships only at this point, it's likely we're talking about a potential future Mate, possibly the successor to the Mate S. On the other hand, the Huawei P9 is coming in less than a month, and while leaks of its dual-camera setup on the back have been abundant, the front was only featured in a single render and never photographed in the wild. To be fair, we are clutching at straws here, it may end up being all smoke and no fire. Source (in Chinese) |...
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Here's how to roll back from Android N to Marshmallow on your Nexus
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If the title peaked your interest, then we probably don't need to fill you in on the fact that Google released an early Android N build a couple of days ago, along with a Beta program to easily receive updates over the air. If you are anything like us, then you probably ignored the bugs and stability warnings and might currently be in a situation where your phone isn't exactly 100% usable and that fact eventually managed to outweigh the Android N bragging rights. Naturally, you can always manually flash a Marshmallow build back to your handset, or any custom ROM for that matter, but if you are after a more streamlined solution, Google has you covered. The Beta program seems to work with the same ease both ways. To roll back to the latest Android Marshmallow build, you simply have to go back to same page, where you opted to participate in the Beta and click the UNENROLL DEVICE button. This will result in an OTA being send to your unit within minutes, which is also stated in the confirmation prompt. But unless you clicked it out of curiosity, you probably weren't in the know about the reverse OTA. However, be advised that any path you chose to swap Android N back to an earlier OS build will result in a restart and a data wipe. So, be sure to back everything up if you haven't...
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Oppo's upcoming R9 and R9 Plus have their full specs leaked
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Scheduled to be unveiled next week, both Oppo R9 and R9 Plus have already passed through TENAA, giving us a good idea about their specs. Now, leakster Steve Hemmerstoffer (aka @OnLeaks) has leaked the complete specifications for both devices. The specs leaked by @OnLeaks are more or less inline with what TENAA revealed (except for internal storage). Also, the rumor that the Plus variant has the Snapdragon 652 inside is corroborated by the new leak. The Oppo R9 will sport a 5.5-inch 1080p AMOLED touchscreen and pack in an octa-core processor. Other specs of the device will include 4GB of RAM, 64GB of expandable storage, 2,850 mAh battery, and 16MP/13MP camera combo. The R9 Plus will come with a 6-inch 1080p display and be powered by the Snapdragon 652 chipset. It will also have 4GB of RAM, but offer 64GB and 128GB internal memory options. Both rear and front cameras will come complete with 16MP sensors while a 4,120mAh battery will provide the juice. Oppo has been running a teaser campaign for the R9, revealing features like VOOC fast charging and fingerprint sensor. Both R9 and R9 Plus will be announced on March 17, and are expected to carry price tags of RMB 2,498 (around $385) and RMB 2,998 (around...
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LG Lancet gets large price cut, now available for just $75
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Windows Phone 8.1-powered LG Lancet smartphone has received a large price cut. The device, which was launched last year, is now listed on Microsoft's US Store website for $74.99. That's a discount of over $100 if you're considering purchasing it from the Redmond, Washington-based company's online store, where it usually sells for $179.00. However, keep in mind that the handset costs around $120 if you directly buy it from Verizon. Specs-wise, the phone packs in a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset and sports a 4.5-inch display. It comes with 8GB of expandable internal memory and features an 8MP rear camera...
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LG G5 to cost CAD300 on-contract in Canada, CAD800 sans agreement
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While we already know that LG's newest flagship - the G5 - will go on sale in Canada on April 8, there has been no word on its price all this while. That, however, was until now as a couple of Canadian carriers have revealed the device's pricing information. Fido will be offering the handset for as low as $300 on a 2-year contract (depending on the plan, the cost may go up to $550), and $800 without any agreement. Similarly, Rogers will also be charging as low as $299.99 on contract and $799.99 if you purchase it outright. Other carriers like Wind Mobile still haven't put any price tag on the device, but we assume there won't be much of a difference. Aside from the three carriers mentioned here, the G5 will also be offered by Bell, Telus, Eastlink, MTS, SaskTel, and Videotron. Source (Fido) |...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge available for $700 in US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you are in the United States, and are planning to purchase a Samsung Galaxy S7 edge, you'll be glad to know that you can currently get it at the price of Galaxy S7. eBay seller 232tech is currently selling the new Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (32GB) for $700, which is down $100 when compared to carrier locked variants at the moment and $200 cheaper if you purchase the phone outright. The unit on offer is unlocked and carries a model number of SM-G935F, which means that it's an international model. What's worth reminding here is that unlike US models (which pack in SD820 chipset), international Galaxy S7/S7 edge models are powered by the latest Exynos SoC. Available in gold color option, the phone is only compatible with GSM carriers. Source (eBay) |...
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Nintendo's first mobile game Miitomo launching next week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back in January, Nintendo confirmed that its first mobile game - dubbed Miitomo - will launch in March. And now, the Japanese company has revealed the launch date: March 17, which is Thursday next week. The revelation was made in a Tweet. スマホアプリ『Miitomoã€ã®é…ä¿¡é–‹å§‹æ— ¥ãŒã€2016å¹´3月17æ—¥(木)ã«æ±ºå®šã—ã¾ã—ãŸã€ ãªãŠã€äº‹å‰ç™»éŒ²ã«ã¤ã„ã¦ã¯3月16日㮠昼12時ã«å—付終了ã—ã¾ã™ã®ã§ã€ãŠæ— ã‚ã«ã”登録ãã_ã•ã„。 [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] pic.twitter.com/bTATmK1qHi— 任天å_‚æ_ªå¼ä¼šç¤¾ (@Nintendo) March 11, 2016 The game was initially set to arrive at the end of the last year, but was delayed to March citing promotional reasons. Pre-registrations for the app began last month, and they'll be closed on March 16, a day before the launch. As we've already told you before, Miitomo doesn't appear to be a game in true sense - it's more of a chat app that allows users to create and customize their Miis, through which they interact with other users in real...
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Pre-orders suggest Galaxy S7/S7 edge more popular than previous Galaxy flagships in Europe
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has revealed that the total number of pre-orders it received for its newest flagships - the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge - in Europe was over 2.5 times more than what it received for previous Galaxy phones in the region. People standing in line for new Samsung flagships The revelation, which was made by the Netherlands subsidiary of the South Korean company on its website, came just days after Samsung's mobile chief Koh Dong-jin said that Galaxy S7/S7edge pre-orders have been stronger than what the company was expecting. Samsung Netherlands also revealed that of the two flagships, the edge variant is more popular, accounting for a total of 61% pre-orders placed in Europe. In case you missed, the flagships officially went on sale worldwide yesterday. Source...
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Galaxy S7 could help you use Chromecast on hotel Wi-Fi with web-based login
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] You know this has happened to you before: You are going on a trip which involves staying overnight in a hotel so when you pack you are thinking to yourself: "I should pack my Chromecast too!" So you roll the USB cable up with your Chromecast and stuff it into a suitcase while you think about what a genius you are. Next, you get to your hotel room, hopefully it has a TV with HDMI ports. Then you plug your Chromecast in and power it up, only to realize that you cannot use it because in order to use your hotel's Wi-Fi, you need to use a web-based login page to gain access to the internet. You are like "Daaaamnnnn, I can't use my Chromecast. UGH! Maybe I can tether to my phone." But if you don't have unlimited data, you might hate yourself. But as it turns out, with the Galaxy S7, (In theory, as I haven't tried this myself) you'd be able to log into the web-based hotel Wi-Fiwith your phone, accept the terms and blah blah blah (now here's where it gets interesting). There's a feature on the Galaxy S7 (and edge) called Wi-Fi sharing. It allows your phone to act as a Wi-Fi repeater to retransmit the signal of another Wi-Fi network. All you have to do is the following: Log into hotel Wi-Fi using phone Turn on Wi-Fi tethering Factory reset your Chromecast with the app Set up Chromecast with phone's hotspot Mooch off hotel Wi-Fi To turn the Wi-Fi sharing feature off, you can go to Settings >> Mobile hotspot and tethering >> and tap on the MORE tab. Now, I don't have an S7 unit myself, so I cannot confirm if a secondary device is needed to control the Chromecast or if you can use the S7 to control the Chromecast directly. If you have an S7 and would like to try this out, let us know in the comments if you are able to tether your Chromecast to your S7 AND control the Chromecast WITH your S7. Via |...
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New Galaxy S7 edge ad featuring Lil' Wayne pouring a bottle of champagne on his phone
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] One of the main reasons Samsung has been so successful alongside Apple in the past several years was by matching Apple's advertising campaigns and promoting the crap out of these phones. Samsung has already been promoting the Galaxy S7 a lot even before it launched today. Samsung started by throwing in a Gear VR with a pre-order of the new phone. Then, Samsung USA released three new ads a couple of weeks ago, next, a man with a jetpack flew alongside the Dublin River in a stunt coordinated with Samsung Ireland to promote the Galaxy S7. And finally today, Samsung released three new ads all featuring Lil' Wayne, the most notable of which shows Lil Wayne pouring a bottle of champagne all over a Galaxy S7 and then dunking it into a fishtank. Samsung really wants to make sure viewers KNOW this phone is fully submersible in water. Check out the ads released today featuring Lil' Wayne: And in case you missed them, check out the other bunch of ads that came out a couple of weeks ago. My favorite ads of the bunch are "Water" and "The Dark". I have to say after seeing the previous bunch of ads, they are all really good. The ads do a great job of building up a point and then slapping you in the face with the reality of why you need to get the Galaxy...
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UPDATE: Samsung phones are harder to repair than ever before, iFixIt tears down the Galaxy S7 (S7 edge too!)
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] UPDATE: iFixIt has posted the Galaxy S7 edge teardown as well. The S7 edge gets the same lousy repairability score as the Galaxy S7 did. Check out both phones in the source links below! Ever since Samsung's days of removable batteries and hyper-glaze plastic, Samsung's Galaxy phones have gotten more and more difficult to repair. This time around, the Galaxy S7 scored a low 3/10 for user repairability. Compared to Galaxies past, the Galaxy S6 had a score of 4/10, the S5 scored 5/10, and the hyper-glazed Galaxy S4 scored 8/10 as pretty easily repairable. These phones are becoming more and more complex and harder to repair now. The good news is components are separated better and not stuck together to the midframe as was the case with the Galaxy S6. The bad news is, well, good luck getting into the device. The only way to gain access to the S7's internals is by removing the rear glass panel, which is a feat all by itself. Heat is needed to remove the adhesive that keeps the glass on the back. At this point, you're five hundred times better off buying an insurance plan for your device in case the screen shatters or the components fail (looking at you, Galaxy S4). Just make sure you all get cases for your new Galaxy phones! Galaxy S7 teardown | S7 edge teardown |...
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Deal: Moto X Pure Edition just $300 at Amazon, Best Buy and Motorola.com
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] (Also known as the Moto X Style outside the US) If you've been looking for a deal on the Moto X Pure Edition, look no further. Motorola's last phablet is slimming down its price across multiple retailers both online and brick and mortar. Best Buy has the phone available either shipped from virtual shelves or you can walk into a store and pick up the black model. Though, it'd be a good idea to check your local store's inventory before making the trip. If you don't feel like going anywhere and would rather let Amazon ship the phone to you with two-day Prime shipping, you can choose between a white and black model. And if you don't want either black or white, you can even design your own Moto X Pure Edition directly on Moto Maker! Even Motorola's official website has slashed the price of the Moto X. So you can customize your Moto X to exactly how you want it to look and still pay the same $300 discount price. That's a great deal for a great phone. The Moto X is compatible with all GSM and CDMA networks in the US including Sprint and Verizon. The Moto X features a Snapdragon 808 chipset paired with 3GB of RAM and Adreno 418 graphics. There's a large 5.7 inch LCD display big enough to enjoy photos taken with the 21MP rear facing camera. There is also a microSD card slot to store up to 128GB of your media library. Best Buy | Amazon | Moto Maker |...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 review: A refinement act
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Close your eyes and picture the Samsung Galaxy S6, but the way you wanted it to be, not the way it came out. Now open them and look at the Galaxy S7. Better? Let's see.
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Use Samsung Pay on your Galaxy S7 or S7 edge, get a free $30 gift card
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has launched yet another promotional offer hoping to help the adoption of its mobile payments service. This one is aimed at fresh owners of the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge duo, handsets which only became available today (though pre-orders have been shipped three days ago). It's simple, really. Set up Samsung Pay on your S7 or S7 edge, make an in-store payment using the service, and you'll receive a free $30 gift card. If you use Bank of America debit cards or private label cards to complete that first transaction though, you won't be eligible for the gift card. As for the gift cards themselves, you can choose one from the following merchants: Best Buy, eBay, Whole Foods, Nike, or Regal Cinema. After you've made the aforementioned qualifying transaction using Samsung Pay, you'll see a pop-up informing you about the gift card offer, which is when you choose one of these merchants. The pretty obvious caveat is that the promo is US-only. Also, it's only going to be valid until March...
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Samsung's 18.4-inch Galaxy View tablet is now available at Verizon
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you've wanted to pick up one of Samsung's huge, 18.4-inch Galaxy View tablets but for some reason decided to make your purchase from a carrier, then this is for you. The tablet which was initially announced back in October of last year is now up for grabs from Verizon. You can get it using a device payment plan, in which case you'll shell out $24.99 per month for two years. Or if you want to just pay the whole sum upfront, that will be $599.99. On the other hand, if you sign one of those old-fashioned two-year service agreements, the tablet will be yours for $499.99. You can add the Galaxy View to an existing Verizon plan for an amount that starts at $10 per month. The tablet comes with 4G LTE support, of course, as well as an 18.4-inch 1080p touchscreen, the Exynos 7580 chipset (with a 1.6 GHz octa-core Cortex-A53 CPU), 2GB of RAM, 64GB of expandable storage, a 2.1 MP front-facing camera, and a 5,700 mAh battery. It runs Android 5.1.1...
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Microsoft Lumia 650 is now up for pre-order in the US and Canada, ships by April 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Well, that didn't take long. Just yesterday Microsoft said availability details for the Lumia 650 in the US would be coming later this week, and here we are one day later and the phone is already up for pre-order. That's right, if you live in the US (or Canada) and insist on being among the first people in North America to sport a Lumia 650, you can pre-order one now for $199 (or CAD 199) straight from Microsoft's online store. The "ships by" date is the same for both countries - April 1 (and hopefully not a joke). That price obviously nets you an unlocked device, and one that even comes with dual-SIM functionality (which isn't something usually seen in North America). The Lumia 650 has a 5-inch 720p touchscreen, an 8 MP rear camera with LED flash, a 5 MP selfie cam, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 chipset at the helm (featuring a 1.3 GHz quad-core Cortex-A7 CPU), 1GB of RAM, 16GB of expandable storage, LTE, and a 2,000 mAh battery. It runs Windows 10 Mobile. Source 1 • Source 2 |...
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Apple software SVP says closing recent apps does not improve battery life
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It is a question that seems to bother most smartphone users at one point or another - what happens to an app once its closed and is it eating away at that all-important battery life. It is a pretty valid concern and you can easily hear pretty convincing arguments on both sides, so it is quite understandable that one iPhone user decided to take it up with Tim Cook himself. We are far from the idea that this is the first such question to arrive on Apple's email servers, but it is one of those rare occasions when the person actually got a response. It wasn't from Tim Cook, but rather from Apple iOS chief?Craig Federighi, who is arguably even more qualified to provide an answer. The response itself was short and straight to the point, leaving no room for hesitation - a resounding NO. This is probably the firmest somewhat official stance Apple has ever taken on the issue and the reply does fit nicely with previous examples of such email responses, like the ones Steve Jobs used to send out quite frequently. Plus, the email headers have already been verified for authenticity and everything checks out. The only thing missing from the response, however, is any form of clarification. We won't dig too deep into the matter, but we do feel it is necessary to mention that background tasks and services are very much a thing on iOS. That being said, a closed app is pretty much suspended and not using any notable resources on your device, but any app that has background syncing of any sorts, still uses up resources, battery and data, just take Facebook for instance. Thankfully, iOS has the Background App Refresh menu to help you with managing such activities, so you can generally mend any such drainage yourself, assuming the lack of app bugs that is. And as for forcefully closing Apps, Apple suggests you only reserve that as a drastic measure when something hands or misbehaves in any...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 camera sensors compared: Sony vs. Samsung
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung unveiled its own camera with Dual Pixel autofocus, a 12MP unit just like the Sony IMX260. And both of those are used in the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. But which one did you get? Does it even matter? You can use AIDA64 to check, under Devices you'll find a Camera ID field that says either SONY_IMX260 or SLSI_S5K2L1 (this is the Samsung one). Taskumuro procured phones with both camera sensors and went on a shooting expedition. The results show that there are indeed some differences, but there's no clear winner. The Sony sensor has the edge in some shots, the Samsung comes out ahead in others. So, there's no win or lose here. Samsung Galaxy S7 camera sample: Samsung sensor • Sony Sensor Thanks for the excellent work, Juha! Source (in...
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Sony is seeding an early Marshmallow build to Z3, Z3 Compact and Z2 Xperia Beta participants
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony is working hard to bring Android Marshmallow to its users. Naturally, the process started with the Xperia Z5 and more recently, the Z5 Compact, with the Z5 Premium is expected to join in any time now. However, the Japanese giant has also made a commitment to bring Android 6 to a slew of other devices across its lineup, going as far back as the Z3, Z3 Compact and even the Z2. Today, these three models are seeing their first taste of Marshmallow, but there are a few clarifications to be made. Sony is indeed seeding an Android 6.0.1 build for the Z3, Z3 Compact and Z2, but it is an early Beta release and only available for devices participating in the Xperia Beta program. For those who aren't in the know, the test was launched a few months back and limited to the following European countries: Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, United Kingdom, Ireland, and Germany. The build in question bears the number 23.5.A.0.486 and although it is a higher version than the 6.0 ROM currently seeding to the Z5 and Z5 Compact, they actually contain security patches up until December 2015, instead of the current February 2016 ones. This is because, as we already mentioned, the builds are very early and intended as a beta test for future OTAs on these older Xperia models. It is also worth noting that we are talking about a release candidate software of sorts, that should eventually make its way to a full release, as opposed to the conceptual builds from last October, which were more or less and idea playground. We are happy to report that users will not only be getting the Google-provided new features, like Dozing and runtime app permissions, but also new Xperia software, like the much-needed camera app overhaul, as well as the new Xperia...
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Samsung quietly outs the Galaxy Tab A (2016)
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We have been having a pair of Samsung tablets on the radar for quite some time now - the Galaxy Tab A and Galaxy Tab E. Now we learn that the former was quietly announced and is now listed on the company website. The listing in question can be found across a multitude of Samsung regional websites, but the German one seems to have the most details. In terms of specs, the Galaxy Tab A 7.0 (2016) is rather modest and features a 7-inch LCD display with a resolution of 1280x800 pixels. Underneath the hood is a quad-core processor, clocked at 1.3 GHz and 1.5GB of RAM. On-board storage is just 8GB, but thankfully there is a microSD card slot as well. The camera setup consists of a 5MP main shooter and a 2MP selfie one. The Galaxy Tab A boots Android 5.1 Lollipop, possibly with an all new Kinds Mode by Samsung and is powered by a 4,000 mAh battery. Available color options seem to include the basic black and white and we didn't manage to spot a network-enabled version to add on to the natural Wi-Fi connectivity, but maybe it will be made available as well. As for pricing, some early retailer listings suggest €169,00. Source 1 | Source 2 |...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 battery life
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We've been though it a lot - the Samsung Galaxy S5, as all Galaxy S's before it, had a user-replaceable battery, and the S6 didn't, which sucks. Not only that, it actually had a smaller battery than the model it replaced. The first part of that story doesn't seem likely to change, as design constraints have been forcing manufacturers to seal batteries inside devices, not just smartphones. Well, good thing then, that Samsung actually fitted a higher capacity power pack inside the Galaxy S7 than it did in the S6. It is, in fact, the most juice a vanilla Galaxy S-series model has had - specialty editions like the S6 active and S6 edge+ don't count. The Galaxy S7 has a 3,000mAh battery, which is the most that 5-inch (or thereabout) smartphones have these days, matched by the latest Xiaomi Mi 5. The current, and likely last of its kind, Sony Xperia Z5 packs 2,900mAh of juice, mated to a marginally larger 5.2-inch display. The LG G5 has a 2,800mAh cell for an even larger 5.3" screen, while the outgoing G4 relies on the same 3,000mAh capacity to power a 5.5-inch display. Yes, both LG smartphones are bigger, but who's to blame if the company doesn't have a flagship offering close to the 5" mark? In their favor though, both models feature a removable battery. Now, LG does make the Nexus 5X, and that's a flagship of sorts with a 5.2-inch display and a 2,700mAh cell. The iPhone 6s, on the other hand, has a lowly 1,715mAh battery to feed a 4.7-inch display. It's what the Galaxy S7 does with its 3,000 milliamp hours that actually matters, though, as we've seen plenty of impressive specsheets that couldn't transfer into reasonable battery life. So as usual we carried out our array of battery tests, and while the summary can be found in the review, we'll get into a little bit more detail in these few paragraphs here. The Galaxy S7 does very well, to put it simply. Starting with voice calls over a 3G network, the S7 can outlast all of the above (well, we can't be sure about the Mi 5 and G5 just yet). And even then, it's the Galaxy S6 that comes closest, not one of the competing brands. The Xperia Z5 follows, at a distance of almost 5 hours behind the S7. The iPhone 6s fares rather miserably in this respect with less than 10 hours of talk time on a charge. JRGRAPH_EXPANDABLE_VERSION = true;.jrGraphContainer { background: none !important; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee !important;}.jrGraph { padding-left: 0 !important; left: 96px !important;} Talk time Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 LTE 46:44h Gionee Marathon M5 38:07h Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro 33:20h Huawei Ascend Mate2 4G 33:19h Samsung Galaxy A9 (2016) 32:54h Xiaomi Redmi 3 32:53h Oppo R7 Plus 30:46h OnePlus 2 30:29h Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ 30:29h Motorola DROID Turbo 30:09h Microsoft Lumia 640 XL 29:46h Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE 29:46h Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE Dual SIM 29:46h Microsoft Lumia 640 XL Dual SIM 29:46h Huawei Honor 5X 29:40h Samsung Galaxy Note5 28:34h HTC One (M8) for Windows 28:34h Nokia Lumia 1520 28:34h Samsung Galaxy Note 4 28:31h Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet LTE 28:25h Sony Xperia Z5 Compact 28:23h Huawei G8 27:44h Samsung Galaxy S5 27:37h Sony Xperia Z1 26:53h Huawei Mate 8 26:45h Samsung Galaxy S6 active 26:29h Motorola Moto X Play 26:28h Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) 26:01h Samsung P6800 Galaxy Tab 7.7 25:45h LG G3 25:38h LG G Pro 2 25:37h LG G Flex 25:19h Sony Xperia T2 Ultra 25:16h LG G2 25:15h Samsung Galaxy A7 25:12h BlackBerry Passport 25:12h Huawei Ascend Mate 25:12h Samsung Galaxy A7 Duos 25:12h Motorola Nexus 6 25:03h Samsung Galaxy A8 25:02h Samsung Galaxy A8 Duos 25:02h Alcatel Hero 25:02h ...
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Week 10 in review: HTC 10 leaks, Android N features
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] MWC 2015 brought plenty of high-profile announcements, but many Android fans are still waiting on HTC to announce its next move. It is no secret that the manufacturer has been struggling lately, but hopefully the 10 will have what it takes to put HTC back in the race. HTC fans also learned that the Taiwanese company secured a Nexus manufacturing deal with Google for three years. Speaking of flagships, the Samsung Galaxy S7 and its edged sibling are once more making headlines. Now that the first batch of units is starting to reach eager fans, everybody seems to be busy either testing Samsung's current crown jewel or wondering when theirs will arrive. Another big announcement from the previous week is the developer preview of Android N, which came out of the blue. An early build of Google's next mobile OS can already be tested out on various Nexus devices and there are quite a few additions to enjoy, like multi-windows support. In other news, Samsung is constantly outing new devices, like the budget Galaxy J1 Mini, Galaxy TabPro S, a new Netbook 9 series of notebooks and soon, the Galaxy A9 Pro, allegedly with a removable battery. To read the details on these and more, follow the links below. .news-item .n-left { float: left; width: 28%; text-align: center; } .news-item .n-right { float: left; width: 70%; } .news-item a { padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0; } .news-item .n-right h2, .reviews-item .n-right h2 { clear: both; padding: 0 0 3px 0px !important; font: 400 19px Google-Oswald, Arial; margin-top: -4px; } .n-right p { line-height: 155%; } .news-item { padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; } .news-item p { margin-left: 0; } .n-right h2 a { text-decoration: none; color: #000; } Samsung phones are harder to repair than ever before, iFixIt tears down the Galaxy S7 The guys over at iFixIt give a first-hand look at the Galaxy S7's internals. HTC 10 images show additional color options, including white front The 3D render that leaked earlier showed a Silver back paired with a Black glass front. HTC 10 leaks in brand new press renders and live images The handset previously known as One M10 has been given the full leak treatment. AnTuTu benchmark releases latest chipset rankings, Snapdragon 820 tops competition The report features the top 10 performers in its database. Samsung Galaxy S7 edge Dual Pixel autofocus tested against that of Canon 70D Canon has been using Dual Pixel AF on its DSLRs for a while now, so who will win? T-Mobile document leaks buy-one-get-one-free deal for Galaxy S7 and S7 edge Leaked information points to an unbelievable deal from T-Mobile for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. Samsung launches Notebook 9 series of Ultrabooks Samsung has launched the new Notebook 9 series of ultraportable laptops. The series consists of four models, one of which has a rotating display. Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge to allegedly launch in India next week Should go on sale by the third week of March. Samsung announces the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge in India Pre-bookings come with a free Gear VR. Android N features overview Improved notifications, new doze and project svelte, settings app. Samsung Galaxy TabPro S now available for purchase You can get the Windows 10 slates through various retailers around Europe. LeEco Le 2 gets a round of leaked images, has specs outed too The Chinese smartphone maker best known for announcing the first SD820 device is working on its next big thing. Samsung announces own dual-pixel 12MP sensor The sensor used in the Galaxy S7 was so far known to be Sony's IMX260, but apparently Samsung has its own imager in production with the same capabilities. Sony outs video detailing what's new in its Android 6.0 Marshmallow update Today Sony has uploaded a new video to its official...
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Weekly poll: Samsung Galaxy S7, hot or not?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Considering the Samsung Galaxy S7 is the top phone by interest in our database, we think we already know the answer, but we'll ask regardless - what do you think of the S7? That is just the S7, we'll be looking at the S7 edge very soon. Speaking of edges, the S7 has a 5.1" QHD screen, flat just like the S6. This year there won't be a 5" curved screen option. We like the 2.5D Gorilla Glass, though, and the Always On feature is a nice perk. The Dual Pixel autofocus of the camera is out of this world, even most DSLRs appear sluggish in comparison. The bright f/1.7 aperture combined with the larger pixels makes for excellent low-light shooting. Samsung also corrected some omissions from last year - the microSD slot is back (yay, affordable storage!) and the phone is water resistant, Galaxy S5 users that held out are probably pondering an upgrade. Okay, you still can't replace the battery, but at least this time the capacity is better. What else? Samsung is still pretending USB Type-C doesn't exist, perhaps USB experimentation is one thing from the S5 that Samsung does not want to bring back. The IR blaster seems to be gone for...
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Top 10 trending phones of week 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S7 continues to reign in our Top 10 weekly chart. Samsung's latest flagship drew the most attention from the new batch that launched at the MWC - the LG G5 is currently 13th, the Xperia X series barely made a blip. The Galaxy S7 edge tumbled out of the Top 10, apparently the larger, curvier screen did not bring enough appeal. We already published our S7 review and the S7 edge review will be out soon! The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3s are enjoying a burst of popularity, the both of them (MediaTek and Qualcomm versions). Combined, they will easily top the Galaxy S7 in popularity. Below that are the Samsung Galaxy J7 and J5, which used to rule the land and, in fact, are still quite hot amongst our readers. The Xiaomi Mi 5, a credible competitor to the S7 that is yet to ship to consumers, takes 6th place. It used to be 2nd, but the more affordable Redmi Notes elbowed it out of position. Then there's another duo from Samsung's alphabet lineup, the Galaxy A5 and A7, the 2016 editions of the premium mid-rangers. These two are higher up the price ladder than the Js with metal frames and higher resolution screens (Super AMOLEDs across the board). Rounding off the Top 10 is the Lenovo Vibe K4 Note - an affordably priced mid-ranger with a metal frame, 5.5" 1080p screen, fingerprint reader and a 13MP camera with phase detection AF. We will have a review of the K4 soon. .news-item .n-left { float: left; width: 25%; text-align: center; } .news-item .n-right { float: left; width: 75%; } .news-item a { padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0; } #review-body .news-item .n-right h2, .reviews-item .n-right h2 { clear: both; padding: 0 0 3px 0px; font: 400 19px Google-Oswald, Arial; margin-top: -4px; } .n-right p { margin-top: 25px; line-height: 155%; } .news-item { padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; border-top: 1px solid #ccc; } .news-item p { margin-left: 0; } .n-right h2 .phone-name { display: inline-block; width: 325px; overflow: hidden; vertical-align: text-bottom; } .n-right h2 a { text-decoration: none; color: #000; } .flat-button{ text-align:center; text-decoration: none !important; font: 400 22px Google-Oswald,Arial !important; -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; font-size: 150%; padding: 20px 60px !important; display: inline-block; white-space: nowrap; -webkit-border-radius: 5px; -moz-border-radius: 5px; border-radius: 5px; margin: 10px 0; -webkit-transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out; -ms-transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out; -moz-transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out; -o-transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out; transition: all 0.2s ease-in-out; color: #fff !important; } .flat-button-1 { background: #0CADA7; } .flat-button-1:hover { background: #0A948F; color: #666666 !important; } .flat-button-2 { background: #FF7E47; } .flat-button-2:hover { background: #EE7440; color: #666666 !important; } .n-right .rank-info { display: inline-block; font-family: "Google-Oswald",a€‹Arial,a€‹sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 100; } .n-right .rank-info .current-rank { font-size: 23px; } .circle { background: none repeat scroll 0 0 #8fb28f; border-radius: 50%; height: 23px; width: 23px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px 10px -1px 10px; } .arrow { width: 0; height: 0; border-style: solid; display: inline-block; margin: 0px 10px -1px 10px; } .arrow-up { border-width: 0 15px 25px 15px; border-color: transparent transparent #0cada7 transparent; } .arrow-down { border-width: 25px 15px 0 15px; border-color: #ff7e47 transparent transparent transparent; } Samsung Galaxy S7 RANK: 1WAS: 1 specs review Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 (MediaTek) RANK: 2NEW IN specs review Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 RANK: 3NEW IN specs review Samsung Galaxy J7 RANK: 4NEW IN specs review Samsung Galaxy J5 RANK: 5WAS: 7 specs review Xiaomi Mi 5 RANK: 6WAS: 2 specs review Samsung Galaxy S7 edge RANK: 7WAS:...
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New Microsoft OneNote importer aims to draw the crowd away from Evernote
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Microsoft's Office suite hardly needs an introduction at this point. As one of the oldest and richest platforms around, it is more or less the standard when in comes to word editing and spreadsheets. However, the suite is actually quite a lot bigger than that and has more interesting software to offer, like OneNote - the free-form note taking app that, unlike Word and Excel, seems to be struggling for mass popularity. It appears Microsoft has decided to put some extra effort in its OneNote product campaign with a new importer tool, aimed squarely at attracting existing Evernote users, by giving them a way to import all their work. The tool currently supports Windows 7 and later on PC, but once you sync everything, it will appear across all your devices, mobile too. An OS X version is also said to come shortly. It is a pretty feasible strategy and could have even passed as a nice little time-saving gesture to prospective migrating users, were it not for the accompanying marketing campaign that openly takes a stab at Evernote's services. For one, Microsoft has really made sure to point out the fact that OneNote is free on any platform and in the entirety of its feature set, whereas Evernote has an optional "Plus" tier, which gives you access to things like offline access to notes on mobile and a 1GB/month data upload cap for $50 per year. While this is technically true, the points of choice within Microsoft's comparison table is oddly favorable towards the US giant. Truth be told, both platforms have their weaknesses and strong point. You might like OneNote's free-form canvas approach, that allows you to write anywhere and pull and mix all sorts of content freely, but on the other hand, Evernote is arguably a lot better at saving, pulling and clipping web content and it has really been trying hard to branch out into the collaborative working area of the business market. Source |...
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LG G5 up for pre-order at BestBuy starting March 18
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Pre-orders of the Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 edge have already shipped, and the smartphones are also available for immediate purchase now, but the LG G5 is still nowhere to be found. A step in the right direction will be made on March 18, in the US at least, when BestBuy will start accepting pre-orders. In all fairness, the date and retailer have been known since day 1, but now a landing page has cropped up on BestBuy's website confirming the initial announcement. That said, there's still no official word on actual availability, but April 8 has been sort of confirmed for the UK and Canada, so the US should be getting it around that time, though rumors of an April 1 launch have been heard. One thing's for sure, however, the G5 will ship with an extra battery and a charging cradle, to better make use of that modular design. The rest of the G5's friends you'll have to buy separately, though. Source |...
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The Google Store is turning one, so the Nexus 5X and 6P come with $50 off
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If are currently on the market for a shiny new Nexus device then now's definitely the time to strike. The Google Store is celebrating its first anniversary and is offering $50 off both the Nexus 5X and the Nexus 6P. This means that you can get the former for as little as $299 and the latter starts at $449. The deal is also not limited to the US alone, as the Canadian store has the offer as well. The search giant is pretty generous in terms of time constraints, as the deal will be live all the way to March 27. It is also worth noting that the slashed price does not affect other current promotions for the devices. This means that purchasing a Nexus 6P will still get you $50 of credit towards a Huawei Watch. And as an additional deal reminder, signing up to Project Fi can get you up to $150 off the Nexus 5X and over in India, the device also comes with a special price - about $60 down and now retailing for INR 27,900 ($415) for the 16GB model . Source |...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 keeps region lock, but that shouldn't concern you
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Its officially happening, the first wave of Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge units have reached eager customers across Europe and a small storm seems to be brewing online. It concerns a rather inconspicuous black sticker, found on the box of unlocked units, reading - "EUROPEAN SIM CARD ONLY". Why would the Unlocked phone, you payed top dollar for be locked after all? Is it a mistake? It must be serious since it is all caps. Well, it is all natural and nothing to get alarmed over. Your phone has a regional lock in place, bounding it to only European SIM cards, but it is very temporary. To be exact, it only takes five minutes worth of call time on a compatible network and then all restrictions are off. This is actually something Samsung has been doing for a few years now and it was only natural that the SM-G930F and SM-G935F would have the protection in place as well. It is a protection mechanism aimed at gray market re-sellers, who might try to offer Unlocked EU units in places they weren't meant to go. The bottom line is, if you are from Europe and currently have a Samsung Galaxy S7 box in front of you with the infamous sticker, you should simply relax and enjoy your shiny new phone. You've probably removed the lock by the time you finished bragging to all your friends about...
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Third-party app brings Always On Display to the Samsung Z3
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Always on displays are definitely not a novice concept(remember how elegantly old STN displays used to handle the task?), but rather one of those ideas that is making a comeback as the tech world is rediscovering its appeal. This year it seems many of the new flagship offers, like the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the LG G5 are rekindling the functionality, the latter even going to great lengths to do it with an LCD screen, so, Always on is back in style. Naturally, this has resulted in a spike withing the developer realm to bring new implementations of the feature, which OEMs seems to be currently launching only on new flagship models. Older models can quickly be mended through the use of a tird-party solution, like AcDisplay from the Google Play Store. Now app developer Amit Kushwaha has given Tizen users the opportunity to experience always-on as well. The app in question is specifically designed for the Samsung Z3, which, unlike its other smaller Tizen-powered Samsung sibling, the Z1, does have an AMOLED screen and is more than happy to light up a few pixels for an extended period of time, without killing the battery. In its current state, the software can only display an analog clock and a date. It can also use the phone's proximity sensor to turn itself off when inside a pocket. As per the description and the developer's own report, a digital clock option is also on the way, but, sadly, users shouldn't expect notification display any time soon, as the required API is not accessible on the still developing Tizen OS. Source |...
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Here's how to roll back from Android N to Marshmallow on your Nexus
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If the title peaked your interest, then we probably don't need to fill you in on the fact that Google released an early Android N build a couple of days ago, along with a Beta program to easily receive updates over the air. If you are anything like us, then you probably ignored the bugs and stability warnings and might currently be in a situation where your phone isn't exactly 100% usable and that fact eventually managed to outweigh the Android N bragging rights. Naturally, you can always manually flash a Marshmallow build back to your handset, or any custom ROM for that matter, but if you are after a more streamlined solution, Google has you covered. The Beta program seems to work with the same ease both ways. To roll back to the latest Android Marshmallow build, you simply have to go back to same page, where you opted to participate in the Beta and click the UNENROLL DEVICE button. This will result in an OTA being send to your unit within minutes, which is also stated in the confirmation prompt. But unless you clicked it out of curiosity, you probably weren't in the know about the reverse OTA. However, be advised that any path you chose to swap Android N back to an earlier OS build will result in a restart and a data wipe. So, be sure to back everything up if you haven't...
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Oppo's upcoming R9 and R9 Plus have their full specs leaked
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Scheduled to be unveiled next week, both Oppo R9 and R9 Plus have already passed through TENAA, giving us a good idea about their specs. Now, leakster Steve Hemmerstoffer (aka @OnLeaks) has leaked the complete specifications for both devices. The specs leaked by @OnLeaks are more or less inline with what TENAA revealed (except for internal storage). Also, the rumor that the Plus variant has the Snapdragon 652 inside is corroborated by the new leak. The Oppo R9 will sport a 5.5-inch 1080p AMOLED touchscreen and pack in an octa-core processor. Other specs of the device will include 4GB of RAM, 64GB of expandable storage, 2,850 mAh battery, and 16MP/13MP camera combo. The R9 Plus will come with a 6-inch 1080p display and be powered by the Snapdragon 652 chipset. It will also have 4GB of RAM, but offer 64GB and 128GB internal memory options. Both rear and front cameras will come complete with 16MP sensors while a 4,120mAh battery will provide the juice. Oppo has been running a teaser campaign for the R9, revealing features like VOOC fast charging and fingerprint sensor. Both R9 and R9 Plus will be announced on March 17, and are expected to carry price tags of RMB 2,498 (around $385) and RMB 2,998 (around...
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LG Lancet gets large price cut, now available for just $75
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Windows Phone 8.1-powered LG Lancet smartphone has received a large price cut. The device, which was launched last year, is now listed on Microsoft's US Store website for $74.99. That's a discount of over $100 if you're considering purchasing it from the Redmond, Washington-based company's online store, where it usually sells for $179.00. However, keep in mind that the handset costs around $120 if you directly buy it from Verizon. Specs-wise, the phone packs in a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset and sports a 4.5-inch display. It comes with 8GB of expandable internal memory and features an 8MP rear camera...
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LG G5 to cost CAD300 on-contract in Canada, CAD800 sans agreement
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While we already know that LG's newest flagship - the G5 - will go on sale in Canada on April 8, there has been no word on its price all this while. That, however, was until now as a couple of Canadian carriers have revealed the device's pricing information. Fido will be offering the handset for as low as $300 on a 2-year contract (depending on the plan, the cost may go up to $550), and $800 without any agreement. Similarly, Rogers will also be charging as low as $299.99 on contract and $799.99 if you purchase it outright. Other carriers like Wind Mobile still haven't put any price tag on the device, but we assume there won't be much of a difference. Aside from the three carriers mentioned here, the G5 will also be offered by Bell, Telus, Eastlink, MTS, SaskTel, and Videotron. Source (Fido) |...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge available for $700 in US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you are in the United States, and are planning to purchase a Samsung Galaxy S7 edge, you'll be glad to know that you can currently get it at the price of Galaxy S7. eBay seller 232tech is currently selling the new Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (32GB) for $700, which is down $100 when compared to carrier locked variants at the moment and $200 cheaper if you purchase the phone outright. The unit on offer is unlocked and carries a model number of SM-G935F, which means that it's an international model. What's worth reminding here is that unlike US models (which pack in SD820 chipset), international Galaxy S7/S7 edge models are powered by the latest Exynos SoC. Available in gold color option, the phone is only compatible with GSM carriers. Source (eBay) |...
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Nintendo's first mobile game Miitomo launching next week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back in January, Nintendo confirmed that its first mobile game - dubbed Miitomo - will launch in March. And now, the Japanese company has revealed the launch date: March 17, which is Thursday next week. The revelation was made in a Tweet. スマホアプリ『Miitomoã€ã®é…ä¿¡é–‹å§‹æ— ¥ãŒã€2016å¹´3月17æ—¥(木)ã«æ±ºå®šã—ã¾ã—ãŸã€ ãªãŠã€äº‹å‰ç™»éŒ²ã«ã¤ã„ã¦ã¯3月16日㮠昼12時ã«å—付終了ã—ã¾ã™ã®ã§ã€ãŠæ— ã‚ã«ã”登録ãã_ã•ã„。 [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] pic.twitter.com/bTATmK1qHi— 任天å_‚æ_ªå¼ä¼šç¤¾ (@Nintendo) March 11, 2016 The game was initially set to arrive at the end of the last year, but was delayed to March citing promotional reasons. Pre-registrations for the app began last month, and they'll be closed on March 16, a day before the launch. As we've already told you before, Miitomo doesn't appear to be a game in true sense - it's more of a chat app that allows users to create and customize their Miis, through which they interact with other users in real...
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Pre-orders suggest Galaxy S7/S7 edge more popular than previous Galaxy flagships in Europe
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has revealed that the total number of pre-orders it received for its newest flagships - the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge - in Europe was over 2.5 times more than what it received for previous Galaxy phones in the region. People standing in line for new Samsung flagships The revelation, which was made by the Netherlands subsidiary of the South Korean company on its website, came just days after Samsung's mobile chief Koh Dong-jin said that Galaxy S7/S7edge pre-orders have been stronger than what the company was expecting. Samsung Netherlands also revealed that of the two flagships, the edge variant is more popular, accounting for a total of 61% pre-orders placed in Europe. In case you missed, the flagships officially went on sale worldwide yesterday. Source...
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Galaxy S7 could help you use Chromecast on hotel Wi-Fi with web-based login
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] You know this has happened to you before: You are going on a trip which involves staying overnight in a hotel so when you pack you are thinking to yourself: "I should pack my Chromecast too!" So you roll the USB cable up with your Chromecast and stuff it into a suitcase while you think about what a genius you are. Next, you get to your hotel room, hopefully it has a TV with HDMI ports. Then you plug your Chromecast in and power it up, only to realize that you cannot use it because in order to use your hotel's Wi-Fi, you need to use a web-based login page to gain access to the internet. You are like "Daaaamnnnn, I can't use my Chromecast. UGH! Maybe I can tether to my phone." But if you don't have unlimited data, you might hate yourself. But as it turns out, with the Galaxy S7, (In theory, as I haven't tried this myself) you'd be able to log into the web-based hotel Wi-Fiwith your phone, accept the terms and blah blah blah (now here's where it gets interesting). There's a feature on the Galaxy S7 (and edge) called Wi-Fi sharing. It allows your phone to act as a Wi-Fi repeater to retransmit the signal of another Wi-Fi network. All you have to do is the following: Log into hotel Wi-Fi using phone Turn on Wi-Fi tethering Factory reset your Chromecast with the app Set up Chromecast with phone's hotspot Mooch off hotel Wi-Fi To turn the Wi-Fi sharing feature off, you can go to Settings >> Mobile hotspot and tethering >> and tap on the MORE tab. Now, I don't have an S7 unit myself, so I cannot confirm if a secondary device is needed to control the Chromecast or if you can use the S7 to control the Chromecast directly. If you have an S7 and would like to try this out, let us know in the comments if you are able to tether your Chromecast to your S7 AND control the Chromecast WITH your S7. Via |...
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New Galaxy S7 edge ad featuring Lil' Wayne pouring a bottle of champagne on his phone
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] One of the main reasons Samsung has been so successful alongside Apple in the past several years was by matching Apple's advertising campaigns and promoting the crap out of these phones. Samsung has already been promoting the Galaxy S7 a lot even before it launched today. Samsung started by throwing in a Gear VR with a pre-order of the new phone. Then, Samsung USA released three new ads a couple of weeks ago, next, a man with a jetpack flew alongside the Dublin River in a stunt coordinated with Samsung Ireland to promote the Galaxy S7. And finally today, Samsung released three new ads all featuring Lil' Wayne, the most notable of which shows Lil Wayne pouring a bottle of champagne all over a Galaxy S7 and then dunking it into a fishtank. Samsung really wants to make sure viewers KNOW this phone is fully submersible in water. Check out the ads released today featuring Lil' Wayne: And in case you missed them, check out the other bunch of ads that came out a couple of weeks ago. My favorite ads of the bunch are "Water" and "The Dark". I have to say after seeing the previous bunch of ads, they are all really good. The ads do a great job of building up a point and then slapping you in the face with the reality of why you need to get the Galaxy...
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UPDATE: Samsung phones are harder to repair than ever before, iFixIt tears down the Galaxy S7 (S7 edge too!)
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] UPDATE: iFixIt has posted the Galaxy S7 edge teardown as well. The S7 edge gets the same lousy repairability score as the Galaxy S7 did. Check out both phones in the source links below! Ever since Samsung's days of removable batteries and hyper-glaze plastic, Samsung's Galaxy phones have gotten more and more difficult to repair. This time around, the Galaxy S7 scored a low 3/10 for user repairability. Compared to Galaxies past, the Galaxy S6 had a score of 4/10, the S5 scored 5/10, and the hyper-glazed Galaxy S4 scored 8/10 as pretty easily repairable. These phones are becoming more and more complex and harder to repair now. The good news is components are separated better and not stuck together to the midframe as was the case with the Galaxy S6. The bad news is, well, good luck getting into the device. The only way to gain access to the S7's internals is by removing the rear glass panel, which is a feat all by itself. Heat is needed to remove the adhesive that keeps the glass on the back. At this point, you're five hundred times better off buying an insurance plan for your device in case the screen shatters or the components fail (looking at you, Galaxy S4). Just make sure you all get cases for your new Galaxy phones! Galaxy S7 teardown | S7 edge teardown |...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge put to the test: water, drops and bends
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S7 is having a Sarah Connor moment - bots are out to get it. Square Trade, which sells warranty on your gadgets, tested the S7 and S7 edge to see if it lives up to Samsung's claims of durability.The flagship duo was faced with two new bots. Deep Water Dunkbot places phones under 5ft / 1.5m of water and keeps them there for half an hour (that's the IP68 level).Both the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge survived the ordeal, but not without paying a price - their audio was "permanently muffled and distorted". The iPhone 6s lost all audio and its screen suffered water damage while...
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Leaked Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) and J7 (2016) user manual hint at metal frames yet again
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy J5 and J7 are less than a year old, but their and the Korean giant is about to roll out improved models for 2016. We already know that both budget-friendly handsets have received their Bluetooth SIG certification and the latter has also made a visit to FCC, so, it seems to be only a matter of time, before the refreshed 2016 editions become available.This might actually happen any time now, as suggested by a pair of official user manuals for the China Mobile and China Telecom versions of the handsets, found on Samsung servers. This might also be a sign that the...
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Amazon Daily Deal: SanDisk 200GB microSD for $60
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] 200GB of microSD storage for $80 was a good deal, but for the next 18 hours, you can get the same storage for just $60.Amazon.com is running a promotion on the SanDisk card. The card is rated at 90MB/s read speed ("1,200 photos in a minute") and can hold 200 hours of FullHD video.Adorama is selling the same card at $80. Soon, Amazon will be back on that price too.Via
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LG Stylus 2 is the first phone with DAB+ radio, it's coming to Europe and Australia
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Some of our commenters often ask about FM radio on smartphones, but did you know that Norway will kill of FM broadcasts in 2017 and replace them with DAB+, the digital radio standard (that's free and open, unlike the digital radio the US gets).LG is pouncing on this opportunity with the LG Stylus 2 - the first smartphone with DAB+ support. Norway, along with Australia, Belgium, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and the UK will be among the first countries to get the Stylus 2 (LG is mum on the exact date, though).The phone itself is a 5.7" entry-level handset with a 720p screen (yes, on...
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Sony's Concept N headphones can provide a soundtrack, without isolating you from the crowd
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony and audio innovation have always been a perfect fit. Nowadays, the pace might have slowed down a bit, but the Japanese giant still has some interesting concepts to offer from time to time, like the new N headphones.The device more or less follows the neck bracelet form factor, like on the LG Tone or the Samsung Level U. However, the band itself holds speakers that are specifically designed to direct sound upward to the listener. This produces an interesting effect, where the wearer hears the music and also his or her surroundings, while advanced acoustics help keep splash out...
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Alleged drawings of the iPhone 7 show repositioned antenna lines and a larger rear camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We have already heard a lot about the iPhone 7, in keeping with tradition, expected to come this fall, but sightings of the device or parts and even sketches of it have been a rare occurrence. However, today, nowhereelse.fr or rather the tipster known as OnLeaks, brings us what he claims to be early sketches of the iPhone 7.There are a few observations to be made based on the technical renders. From the looks of things, Apple has indeed done a lot of work on the antenna stripes, but sadly, instead of removing them, or rather hiding them underneath a special finish, like previously...
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Gionee W909 clamshell to officially debut on March 29, fingerprint sensor in tow
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Gionee W909 is the company's upcoming clamshell phone, which we've been expecting to come out since January, when benchmarks of the devices surfaced. The wait will soon be over as Gionee has sent out press invites for the phone's unveiling on March 29.The Gionee W909 will feature a MediaTek's Helio P10 chipset, also known as MT6755. This 64-bit SoC features a 2 GHz octa-core Cortex-A53 CPU and the Mali-T860 GPU. In the W909 it's paired with a whopping 4GB of RAM.A neat feature of the phone will be its fingerprint sensor. The rest of the alleged specifications include dual...
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Telegram gets public groups, pinned posts, and 5000 member supergroups
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Telegram has released an update which brings important features to group users.Those who use supergroups might be glad they can now contain up to 5000 members from the previous 1000 member limit.Supergroup admins can now also pin posts. These posts stay at the top of the screen and can also alert users even if they have muted the group.Supergroups can now also become public. You can share the URL, allowing anyone to join. If someone gets annoying, you can use the admin controls to delete their messages, ban them, mark them as spam, and remove all their messages in the...
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Rumor says Meizu Pro 6 will have 6GB RAM
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As you might already know, the Xplay 5 Elite from vivo recently became the world's first 6GB RAM smartphone. And now, if a latest rumor is to be believed, Meizu will also join the 6GB RAM club with its upcoming Pro 6 smartphone.Meizu Pro 5The rumor also says that the successor to the Pro 5 will be launched in two versions: one with 6GB/128GB memory configuration, while other with 4GB/64GB configuration.Other yet-to-be-confirmed specs of the device include 1080p display, Exynos 8890 SoC, Hi-Fi 3.0, Flyme 6.0 OS, and fast charging. If you recall, Meizu's VP and Flyme chief...
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ZUK launches sandalwood-themed Z1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A few months after outing an oak-themed variant, Lenovo-based ZUK has unveiled a new Sandalwood version of its Z1 smartphone. The premium looking variant carries an RMB 1,599 price tag in China, which translates into around $250 at current exchange rates.Specs-wise, the new variant is more or less similar to the standard variant with SD801 SoC, 5.5-inch 1080p display, 3GB RAM, 64GB storage, 13MP/8MP camera combo, and a large 4,100mAh battery. It runs Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow out of the box with ZUI 1.6 atop.The handset will be available from ZUK's official website as well the...
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Microsoft Store stops accepting Bitcoin payments for Win10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Microsoft has announced that its online store has stopped accepting Bitcoin as a payment option - the change only applies to Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile. The announcement came in the form of an updated FAQ on the software giant's website.Image credit: Bloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty Images"You can no longer redeem Bitcoin into your Microsoft account," the Redmond, Washington-based company wrote. "Existing balances in your account will still be available for purchases from Microsoft Store, but can't be refunded."This comes just a few months after Microsoft started accepting...
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Select Surface Pro 4 models get $100 price cut in US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Microsoft has given select Surface Pro 4 models a price cut in the United States. Specifically, the Core i5 variants are now available for $100 less than their usual price.The Core i5 Surface Pro 4 with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage is now listed for $899 on the Redmond, Washington-based company's online store. Similarly, the 8GB/256GB variant is being sold for $1,199. The deal is available until March 26.In case you aren't already aware, the Microsoft Surface 3 is also being sold at discounted rates in the country.Source
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Spotify for Windows Phone is no longer officially supported
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Music streaming company Spotify has announced that its Windows Phone app will no longer receive any official updates. Of course, you'll still be able to use the app but without any new features, improvements, or fixes - the app was last updated in February this year."We can confirm Windows Phone 8.x is no longer supported. You can still use our Spotify application on the associated devices but it will no longer receive any further updates and download the application. We apologize for the inconvenience," Spotify said.When asked about Spotify for Windows 10, the company said,...
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Windows 10-powered Vaio VPU051C11N passes Bluetooth certification
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A new Windows 10-powered smartphone has received certification from the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG). The listing reveals that it's a Vaio device manufactured by Taiwan-based company Quanta Computer.As you might already know, Vaio announced Windows 10-powered Phone Biz last month in Japan, where it is set to go on sale next month. However, it is less likely that the new phone is the Phone Biz given that both carry completely different model numbers - VPU051C11N and VPB0511S, respectively. And not to mention that the company has already confirmed that it currently has no...
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Best Apps and Games of the Week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] These are some of the best apps and games that came out this week.Waze 4.0Waze gets a brand new interface in version 4.0 on Android, which makes the app easier to use. There are now fewer taps involved in starting navigation and sending locations and directions. The update also boasts of significantly reduced battery consumption.AndroidVikiViki is a Wikipedia app for iOS that presents the pages in a beautiful layout that make reading long Wikipedia articles easier on your eyes. The app also shows articles related to your location, and you can also bookmark...
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Week 10 in review: HTC 10 leaks, Android N features
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] MWC 2015 brought plenty of high-profile announcements, but many Android fans are still waiting on HTC to announce its next move. It is no secret that the manufacturer has been struggling lately, but hopefully the 10 will have what it takes to put HTC back in the race. HTC fans also learned that the Taiwanese company secured a Nexus manufacturing deal with Google for three years.Speaking of flagships, the Samsung Galaxy S7 and its edged sibling are once more making headlines. Now that the first batch of units is starting to reach eager fans, everybody seems to be busy either testing...
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Weekly poll: Samsung Galaxy S7, hot or not?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Considering the Samsung Galaxy S7 is the top phone by interest in our database, we think we already know the answer, but we'll ask regardless - what do you think of the S7?That is just the S7, we'll be looking at the S7 edge very soon. Speaking of edges, the S7 has a 5.1" QHD screen, flat just like the S6. This year there won't be a 5" curved screen option. We like the 2.5D Gorilla Glass, though, and the Always On feature is a nice perk.The Dual Pixel autofocus of the camera is out of this world, even most DSLRs appear sluggish in comparison. The bright f/1.7 aperture combined with...
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Top 10 trending phones of week 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S7 continues to reign in our Top 10 weekly chart. Samsung's latest flagship drew the most attention from the new batch that launched at the MWC - the LG G5 is currently 13th, the Xperia X series barely made a blip.The Galaxy S7 edge tumbled out of the Top 10, apparently the larger, curvier screen did not bring enough appeal. We already published our S7 review and the S7 edge review will be out soon!The Xiaomi Redmi Note 3s are enjoying a burst of popularity, the both of them (MediaTek and Qualcomm versions). Combined, they will easily top the Galaxy S7 in...
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New Microsoft OneNote importer aims to draw the crowd away from Evernote
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Microsoft's Office suite hardly needs an introduction at this point. As one of the oldest and richest platforms around, it is more or less the standard when in comes to word editing and spreadsheets. However, the suite is actually quite a lot bigger than that and has more interesting software to offer, like OneNote - the free-form note taking app that, unlike Word and Excel, seems to be struggling for mass popularity.It appears Microsoft has decided to put some extra effort in its OneNote product campaign with a new importer tool, aimed squarely at attracting existing Evernote users, by...
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Game makers get new developer tools from Google
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Today Google announced a new batch of tools to make monetization and promotion of games a bit easier to handle. For starters, the Play Store now has an Indie Corner, which features games from indie game developers. Hopefully, this will make new game discovery easier for people who want to experience indie-made games.As for the tools themselves, the new video recording API allows players to record gameplay and share it on YouTube without too much hassle. A more developer-focused feature is the ability to change how much things cost inside the game without uploading new APK...
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Marshmallow update starts hitting HTC Desire Eye
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A few months after leakster @LlabTooFeR revealed that HTC's Desire Eye smartphone will receive the Android Marshmallow update sometime later this year, the update has started rolling out. It comes in two parts, and weighs in a total of 1.6GB.Bringing Android version 6.0.1 along with version 7.0 of the Taiwanese company's Sense UI, the update is reportedly hitting Desire Eye units in the UAE as well as some European countries including Italy. In the United States, AT&T variants of the phone are said to be getting it later this month.HTC USA has already released a list of phones...
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Apple is the most valuable brand, Google jumps over Samsung for second
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Brand value is an intangible but important asset - it shows marketing strength and loyalty among consumers. Apple holds down the top spot for many years running and its meteoric growth shows no signs of slowing down.Google - or rather Alphabet, the re-organized company - finally overcame Samsung and claimed the second spot (the Big G had been behind Samsung since 2012).This pushed Samsung to third, the technology giant showing only modest growth. The South Korean company is at just over 50% of the brand valuation of Apple.Besides Google, Amazon was the big winner. It grew a...
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OnePlus 2 gets a permanent price drop in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] OnePlus has announced a permanent price drop on its flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 2.Both models receive an INR 2,000 price cut. The 64GB model is now priced at INR 22,999 ($341) and the 16GB model at INR 20,999 ($311).OnePlus says the price cut is due to "timing and scale" and that their operations have scaled-up sufficiently to allow them to sell the phone at a lower price.Amazon
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Get $50 gift card with Moto 360 (2nd gen) and Moto 360 Sport purchase
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you're in the US and are planning to purchase either a second-generation Moto 360 or a Moto 360 Sport, here's a deal for you: electronics retailer Best Buy is offering a $50 gift card for free with each purchase of either of the smartwatch.As for the price, the retailer has the Sport version listed for $299, while the Moto 360 (2nd gen) will set you back between $299 and $399 depending on the band and finish you go for. Keep in mind, however, that the Moto Maker customization option isn't available at Best Buy.Another thing worth mentioning here is that you'll get the gift card...
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UMi Touch is a MediaTek-powered WP flagship
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Windows Phone has been starving for proper high-end mobile devices for quite some time now. To the US giant's credit, recent efforts like the Lumia 950 and 950 XL have been breaking the status quo, there is still a long way to go. Thankfully, Windows 10 is a lot more welcoming to third-party efforts and Chinese OEM are not known to waste time when it comes to filling new market niches.One such company, by the name of UMi, has now announced the UMi Touch - a MediaTek-powered handset that will sell for just $149 and is promising support for Windows 10, as well as Android. This is a...
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LG K5 and K8 coming this week: Android on a budget
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] LG is bolstering its budget K-series with two new devices - the K5 and K8. Both have 5" screens. "The K8 and K5 will be fantastic choices for anyone who is seeking a smartphone with great looks, great looks, at a great price," says Juno Cho, President and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile.The two phones will launch this week. The LG K8 (which was announced in February) will be available in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, CIS and Latin America. The LG K5 will arrive in fewer regions - Europe, CIS and Latin America (in Mexico it will be known as the Q6).LG K5The LG K5 has a "metallic...
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Lenovo announces Vibe K5 Plus in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Lenovo has launched the Vibe K5 Plus in India. It is a budget smartphone, along the lines of the company's previous A6000 and A7000 smartphones, and competes alongside rival devices such as the Coolpad Note 3 and the Xiaomi Redmi Note Prime.The Vibe K5 Plus has a 5-inch, FullHD 1080p scratch-resistant display. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 (4x 1.7GHz Cortex-A53 + 4x 1.2GHz Cortex-A53 + Adreno 405) along with 2GB of RAM and 16GB storage with microSD support up to 128GB.The phone has dual SIM support along with Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1, A-GPS, and FM...
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Charge is a mobile network for data-only service
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Until now, there hasn't been any way to purchase a data-only service besides tacking it onto an existing mobile phone plan. This is the first time in the US that a carrier, or MVNO alike, offers data only plans without requiring a phone line first.The company does plan to incorporate GSM compatible SIMs in the future but as of now, the MVNO will piggyback on Sprint's nationwide network and will be compatible with any Sprint-enabled device, phones and tablets, alike. All Nexus smartphones since the Nexus 5 all the way up to the current-gen 5X and 6P. Obviously, the Phone and Messaging apps...
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WhatsApp to get end-to-end encryption for voice calls and group chats, reports say
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In light of the FBI VS Apple fiasco that's gathered the attention of readers around the world, Facebook is reportedly planning to encrypt voice calls and group chats on the worldwide messaging giant WhatsApp.Apparently the company was having similar issues with Brazil as Apple had been having with the FBI in the US. The only difference was officials were successfully able to get a court order for a user's WhatsApp data, to which the company was unable to help since it has been encrypting all of its users' messages since 2014 and was not able to come up with any of the user's...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge review: Stargate
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Pushed way out of its comfort zone and into a high-stakes flagship redesign last season, Samsung's back to what it does best - making itself comfortable at the top of the heap. OK, it sounds like a bold claim but by no means incredible if you've seen the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge.
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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) for AT&T gets pictured in leaked renders
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Following in the footsteps of Virgin and Boost Mobile, both of which launched it in January, AT&T is going to be selling Samsung's Galaxy J3 (2016) at some point in the future.We know this because serial leaker @evleaks has outed the official press renders of the device, complete with AT&T branding on the back. It's unclear if the carrier will offer the phone in more color versions or just this white/black combo.As you can see, the name on the handset's back is something along the likes of Galaxy J3 6, or J3(6). So it will be interesting to see what AT&T's promotional materials...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 Mini will launch to compete with the iPhone SE, rumor says
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Although it was rumored a few times, a Samsung Galaxy S6 Mini never actually became official. So the last S Mini handset to come out of the Korean company was the S5 Mini (which is pictured below). Yet that, like all of its predecessors, was very different from the normal S5, not only in size but also in specs. None of Samsung's S Mini devices have packed the hardware from their bigger siblings, in fact, in stark contrast to what Sony's been doing with its Z Compact line.That might all change with the newly-rumored Galaxy S7 Mini. According to a report from Taiwan, Samsung will introduce...
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Skype for Web now lets you call phones, watch YouTube videos directly
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Skype's Web client has received a neat update today, one which brings with it a couple of new features. First off, you can now call mobile phones as well as landlines straight from Skype's Web interface. This might let you save money compared to your carrier's rates, depending on where you're calling. You obviously need either a Skype calling subscription or some Skype credit in your account in order to make use of this functionality.Next up, you can watch YouTube videos directly inside Skype for Web from this point on. When someone shares a link to a YouTube video in a Skype...
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Android N comes with emergency info screen
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As you probably heard, Google made a developer build for the upcoming Android N OS available, a little earlier than expected this year and since then, Android tinkerers, us included, have been busy playing around with the early version.And while some new features were apparent and nicely detailed in Google's release notes, there are naturally quite a few little things hidden here and there to be discovered. One such interesting feature, that we didn't cover in our initial features overview is a new emergency information screen.What it is, is basically a way for you to store...
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The Samsung Galaxy S7 bill of materials calculated at $255
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The parts of the Galaxy S7 cost Samsung $255, according to the latest report of market analyst company IHS. This is $1 less than the bill-of-materials of the Galaxy S5 from two years ago.IHS reports the most expensive bit of the Galaxy S7 to be the Snapdragon 820 chipset from Qualcomm at an estimated cost of $62. This is the phone's chipset in the US, while the international version comes with the company's own Exynos 8890 Octa.The 12MP camera with Dual Pixel tech costs nearly $14, while the overall asembly of the device comes at $5. Mind you, the bill of materials doesn't...
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The new OnePlus gallery app is as straight-forward as it gets
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you are the proud owner on a OnePlus 2 handset and have been aching for a new gallery experience, then you can rejoice as the company just announced its new OnePlus Gallery app. It is available now on the Google Play Store, but currently only for the aforementioned top end model, running OxygenOS v2.2.1. Support for the manufacturer's other pair of phones, as well as other handsets is possibly on the way.OnePlus describes the app as streamlined so if you are a power user needing advanced features and tricks for your extensive photo library, you will undoubtedly find it a bit...
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ASP of Sony Xperias rises, the company makes the most per phone of any Android maker
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony's mobile division seems to be struggling, but actually numbers show that the company makes the most profit per phone sold aside from Apple.In Q4 last year, LG lost money on phones while Sony made a small profit. Looking at the Average Selling Price (ASP) for Xperias was double that of LG phones and the gap has been widening in recent quarters.ASP is a mix of product lineup and which devices actually sell. Apple's ASP is the highest, but the company doesn't have mid-range offerings (just old models still on sale), let alone entry-level ones. Sony's ASP is halfway between Apple...
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Leaked Samsung Galaxy J5 (2016) and J7 (2016) user manual hint at metal frames yet again
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy J5 and J7 are less than a year old, but their and the Korean giant is about to roll out improved models for 2016. We already know that both budget-friendly handsets have received their Bluetooth SIG certification and the latter has also made a visit to FCC, so, it seems to be only a matter of time, before the refreshed 2016 editions become available.This might actually happen any time now, as suggested by a pair of official user manuals for the China Mobile and China Telecom versions of the handsets, found on Samsung servers. This might also be a sign that the...
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Microsoft Lumia 550 price drops to ?20. Yep, ?20
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Watch out for flying Lumias, Carphone Warehouse is basically throwing them at people walking by. The Microsoft Lumia 550 costs just ?20 for upgrades.No, that's not a typo - GBP 20, ?20, 20 quid, whatever you want to call it. For new subscribers, the price is much "steeper" - ?40 + ?10 top-up.You can read our Lumia 550 review to see if you're wondering if there's a catch. There isn't, it's just an entry-level phone that someone is selling at a loss.Via
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Huawei P9, P9 Max and P9 Lite specs and price revealed
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Well, this spoils the mystery - Oppomart published the details of the Huawei P9 and its friends, the P9 Max and P9 Lite.Huawei P9The Huawei P9 is the mid-sized option with a 5.2" 1080p screen. It features special display RAM, which allows static content on the screen to be rendered while using very little power.The metal-clad phone features a 12MP dual camera setup on its back, which has Optical Image Stabilization, which is a first (previous dual-cam efforts lacked OIS). The camera also has Laser focus, selfies are handled by a 5MP shooter.The P9 is powered by a Kirin 950...
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Samsung starts producing 256GB storage chips for mobile devices, Note6 winks
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In February, Samsung introduced 256GB storage chips for mobile devices and now it has started production of said chips.Those chips use the latest UFS standard and will rival SATA-based SSDs that are used in computers - Samsung claims 850MB/s read speeds and 260MB/s writes (sequential).Obviously, it's too late for the S7, but perhaps the new Galaxy Note6 can make use of these high capacity chips? It doesn't seem likely, now that Samsung re-introduced the microSD slot. After all, a 200GB microSD can be had for $80 ($60 on a good day).Of course, they don't have anywhere near the...
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iPhone 5se to have 4K video recording, 12MP camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple will hold an event in a few days (March 21), to announce the new iPhone 5se and likely an iPad Pro. Rumor has it that before that or maybe during the event itself, the company will demo a 4K video shot on the 5se itself. Apple employees are allegedly on location in New York shooting the footage.The promo video itself is not so much of interest as is the 4K capability of the iPhone 5se camera. So far we've heard that it will use the Apple A9 chipset (same as the iPhone 6s), but will lack features like 3D touch.So there were questions about just how many features Apple will drop...
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MediaTek Helio X25 will be exclusive to the Meizu Pro 6
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] So far the most concrete rumor about the Meizu Pro 6 was the gobs of memory it will have - 6GB RAM and 128GB storage in the top configuration. It seems that the chipset will be something special too.MediaTek held an event about its Helio line of chipsets and while it showed off the X20, its first chipset with a 10-core CPU, Meizu representatives came on stage to talk about the X25.The MediaTek Helio X25 was co-developed with Meizu, which will have exclusive use of it and will put it in the Meizu Pro 6.The chipset is basically an enhanced version of the X20. It has a three...
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Fossil expands wearable range with two smartwatches and an activity tracker
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Fossil has announced three new products in its range of wearable devices, including two new smartwatches and one activity tracker.Fossil Q Wander and Q MarshalThe Q Wander and Q Marshal are the two new smartwatches, that join the existing Q Founder. Both watches are smaller and slimmer than the Q Founder.The Q Wander is the more delicately designed of the two, with sculpted wire lugs and interchangeable genuine leather straps. It comes in multiple color finishes in 44mm size.The Q Marshal is the more rugged of the two, with a blue-plated case and leather straps.Both run on...
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Android N is apparently known internally as New York Cheesecake
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google's upcoming Android version - Android N - is internally being called as New York Cheesecake, or so it seems. This was revealed by the Android Police team which spotted the initials 'nyc' in the AOSP repository.In case you don't already know, previous Android versions like KitKat, Lollipop, and Marshmallow also had internal code-names - Key Lime Pie (klp), Lemon Meringue Pie(lmp), and Macadamia Nut Cookie (mnc), respectively. So, it's least likely that New York Cheesecake or whatever 'nyc' actually stands for will be the final name for the upcoming Android release.Meanwhile,...
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Sony's PlayStation VR launching in October, to cost $399
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony has announced that its PlayStation VR headset will be launched in the month of October this year, and will carry a price tag of $399 (CAD 549). The announcement was made by the company during a press conference at the ongoing GDC event.If you remember, Sony had promised that the launch would happen in the first half of 2016. "That is a bit later than the timeframe we previously stated, and I want to thank everyone for their patience and continued support," the Japanese company said in a blog post.As for the specs, Sony revealed that the headset features a 5.7-inch (1920 x...
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Instagram is going the way of Twitter, algorithm-based feed to replace chronology
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Instagram decided it needed to shake things up in order to compete with other image sharing networks. The image sharing app has decided it is going to restructure the way that users see their feeds stating that "...people miss on average 70% of their feeds... This means you often don't see the posts you might care about the most."The idea is to keep users on your app as much as possible, and Instagram believes it can do it by mixing up your feed every now and again. This could be most effective when users don't follow too many people and end up seeing the same 5 posts in the past hour...
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Zimbabwe government denies carriers' request to regulate messaging apps
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Several years ago before the adoption of smartphones exploded like the plague, carriers in the US used to make major bucks from text messaging plans and minutes while they gave data away in unlimited bundles for Blackberries to sip on, back when the demand for high-speed data was at a minimum.US carriers noticed the change and gradually began focusing their revenue on data plans with unlimited calls and text messages. Unfortunately for other parts of the world that are starting to adopt smartphone use more and more as the network reliability improves, messaging services are able to easily...
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Here apps will stop working on Windows 10 in June, WP8 apps will get no more updates
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Here's some bad news if you're using any of the Here apps on Windows 10 Mobile, Windows Phone 8, or Windows 8. Basically Here will stop developing all of those. What's worse though is that the Windows 10 Mobile apps will even stop working on June 30.An actual reason for this hasn't been given, with the official blog post only mentioning that the apps have so far been made compatible with Windows 10 by using a workaround that will no longer be effective after June 30 - it's not at all clear why that is, though.The Here apps will be removed from the Windows 10 store on March 29. The...
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Google Maps adds support for more ride hailing apps
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Driving, walking, biking, or taking public transit are no longer going to be your only navigation options when you use Google Maps in iOS or Android. Expanding upon a partnership with Uber that was already in place, Google is adding support for more ride hailing services to Maps.These will all live in a new tab in the app. When you enter a destination and choose how best to get there, fetching a ride from the likes of Uber (where it's present), 99Taxis (in Brazil), Ola Cabs (in India), Hailo (in the UK and Spain), mytaxi (in Germany and Spain), or Gett (in the UK) will be an option as...
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The new Razer Blade laptop is lighter, more powerful and cheaper than its predecessor
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Today Razer announced its all new Blade gaming laptop and as you could expect, it is now more powerful than ever. However, what you might have not predicted is that it is also cheaper. The compact laptop comes with a 14.0-inch IGZO QHD+ display with LED backlight and capacitive multi-touch. It is encased in a precision cut CNC aluminum chassis that is just 0.71 inches thick. It is also surprisingly light at just?4.25 pounds.But, as with any Razer product, the real treat is what lies inside. The new Blade is powered by the latest sixth generation Intel Core i7 quad-core processor...
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New HTC 10 teaser focuses on the phone's "world class" cameras
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The HTC 10 has leaked an incredible number of times already, and we've seen it in countless renders so far. Yet HTC still hasn't made it official. Not only that, but the Taiwanese company is continuing its teaser campaign for the device without actually showing it - as if we didn't already know what it looks like.Anyway, today's teaser image, which you can see below, is all about the cameras. The power of 10 is a recurring theme in HTC's teasers for its upcoming flagship, so this time around the cameras are so good that they are actually to the power of 10. Or something like...
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Sulon has a wireless VR headset concept with an entire AMD PC inside
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] With major players such as Samsung, HTC and Microsoft all investing big, the future of VR seems bright. Devices like the Oculus Rift, Gear VR and HTC Vive are all marching towards the same end goal of ultimate immersion and are really making progress, despite many hurdlesand imperfections in the current state of the technology. These, of course, are all natural growing pains that each new concept in the tech realm has to go through, but we are not exactly sure where this puts Sulon's new concept.The company might be on to something and set the tone for a new wave of wireless and...
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Hangouts 8.0 for iOS brings support for 60-sec videos
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Hangouts 8.0 started rolling out for Android last week, but the update began hitting the instant messaging app's iOS client yesterday. And it brought along an iOS-exclusive feature: the ability to send video attachments up to 1 minute.Yes, Hangouts users on iOS will now be able to record and share videos of up to 60-seconds in length. In case you don't already know, Hangouts for iOS has had the ability to send 10-sec videos ever since version 2.0 came out, something which happened back in 2014.Sadly, there's currently no information on if and when the feature will be available on...
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Amazon Deals:_£30 off Fire HD 6,_€40 off Paperwhite
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Amazon is setting up for Easter with some daily deals on its Kindle stuff. In the UK, the Kindle Fire HD 6 is £30 off, £70 total for the tiny tablet.In Germany, the bigger Kindle Fire 7 is €10 off, €50. For books, the Kindle Paperwhite is a good €40 off, currently going on €80 (Wi-Fi, special promotions) or €140 (Wi-Fi + 3G, add another €20 if you want to get rid of special promos).In Italy, the price cut on the Paperwhite is only €20.
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Marshmallow now seeding to HTC One (E8) and One (M8 Eye) as well
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After catering to most of the variants of its flagship lineup including the One M9 and M8, HTC seems to be extending its update efforts to mid-rangers with a rather unexpected kick-off on the HTC Desire Eye, which was not part of the original Marshmallow eligibility list.Now HTC is keeping the ball rolling with a pair of planned releases, as reports are coming in of Marshmallow updates appearing on both the One (E8) and the One (M8 Eye). The former is reportedly only receiving the update in China, at least for now that is. Other variants of the handset should be getting the same...
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Nokia OZO VR camera now available in the US and Canada to buy or rent
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If VR peaks your interest then you probably remember the OZO camera, announced last year by Nokia. Despite its long leave of absence from the smartphone scene, the Finnish giant is still innovating at full speed, as evident by the spherical device that came straight from the company's R&D department in Tampere.The professional-grade VR camera has been available for purchase straight from Nokia's website, but with a eye-watering price tag of $60,000, we can't image it has been enjoying too much popularity. To try and address this, Nokia has now officially announced the names of...
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iOS 9.3 beta 7 now available to developers and public beta testers
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple has started seeding the iOS 9.3 beta 7 release for developers and public beta testers. This is the last beta release of the OS before its expected public release next week.The iOS 9.3 beta 7 includes a new Night Shift mode that changes the display temperature at night for less eye strain. Another new feature is the Touch ID and password-protected items in the Notes app.Finally, there are new CarPlay features and expanded 3D Touch options on apps, which now includes the Settings menu.Expect more information about the latest iOS release next week at the Apple's March 21...
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4" iPhone to be called iPhone SE, to come with 16GB storage
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] You've seen Apple's upcoming 4" iPhone labeled as either 5se or just "SE," but an alleged photo of its retail box suggests the Apple-preferred name is "iPhone SE" (yes, with capital letters, despite going lower case with the iPhone 5s).The box is also marked 16GB, suggesting that this remains the base storage option. Better than the 8GB iPhone 5c, we guess, and supposedly there will be a 64GB option (again, no 32GB middle ground).The other kind of memory, RAM, will likely go back to 1GB after growing to 2GB with the 6s generation. The iPhone SE will still use the Apple A9 chipset,...
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WhatsApp now offers text formatting, can send Google Drive docs
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] WhatsApp has always tried to stay ahead of the curve in a lot of ways, but, with an impressively busy beta release schedule, it is often hard to keep track of every novelty and how it found its place inside the app. The following batch of features can be found in version 2.12.535 of the app and appear to be new.WhatsApp now supports a bit of text formatting. Just like in Google+, if you surround something with asterisks, it becomes bold and using underscores, produces italics. Sadly, that's about it and even dashes don't produce the expected strike-through effect. However, it...
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Yesterday's iPhone 7 closeup photo is actually of the upcoming Meizu Pro 6
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Yesterday a set of leaked photos surfaced online and they claimed to show the upcoming iPhone 7 and its new antenna design. Today, in an odd twist of events, Li Nan, Vice President of Chinese manufacturer Meizu, made a clarification that the device featured in yesterday's close-up shot is actually the Meizu Pro 6.The latter, of course, is yet to be unveiled, but in order to back his statement up, Li Nan provided a photo of the back of the device with a visible Meizu logo. We are not quite sure what to call the shot in question, as it is not exactly leaked, considering its...
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Microsoft Lumia 950 and 950 XL now AU$100 off in Oz
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In today's round of Lumia discounts, Microsoft's flagship Lumia 950 and 950 XL are AUD 100 ($76) off - in Australia obviously. The Lumia 950 is now listed at AUD 899 ($690), while its bigger bro goes for AUD 1029 ($785).Both deals are available on Microsoft's Australian store as part of the March Madness sale. Other offers include the Microsoft Band 2 at AUD 330 ($250), AUD 50 off, and the top-specced Surface Pro 3 (i7 CPU, 512GB SSD) listed at precisely AUD 2,294.15 ($1752.83). That Surface is the most savings you can get during the promo, in absolute terms that is - AUD...
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OnePlus starts soak testing OP2 Marshmallow update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] For those OnePlus 2 owners who are desperately waiting for the Marshmallow update, here is some good news: the company has apparently started soak testing the Android 6.0-based Oxygen 3.0 update.The soak test brings Android Marshmallow version 6.0.1 as well as some tweaks, including home-screen customizations, new wallpapers, and a slider for alerts.This comes just a couple of weeks after the OxygenOS 2.2.1 update started rolling out - that update brought RAW support for the pre-installed OnePlus Camera app, among other changes.There's currently no information on when the...
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Oppo R9 and R9 Plus official: 16MP front-facers on both
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Oppo R9 and R9 Plus were just officially announced in China. The smartphones share the same design language, but under the hood there are plenty of differences.Oppo R9The R9 is the smaller of the two, which doesn't at all mean it's actually small - it's a phablet with a FullHD AMOLED 5.5-inch display. Oppo is proud of its accomplishments in bezel size, citing a minimal 1.66mm on the sides, and the whole thing measures 151.8 x 74.3 x 6.6mm. The R9 is powered by a Mediatek Helio P10 chipset with four of its Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 2.0GHz, the other four at...
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Samsung Music now on the Play Store
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung put up its music app on the Play Store, but there's a catch - it's currently compatible only with the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge.So, why bother? Simple - this means Samsung can push out updates for the app independently of TouchWiz updates. Note that this is a beta version of the app.Samsung Music supports MP3 AAC and FLAC and can send music over DLNA, with additional interactions with Samsung smart devices (tablets, TVs).You can grab the app from here, again, we only managed to download it on S7 units.Via
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Twitter for Windows 10 now available on mobile
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After releasing the app on Windows 10 desktop last year, Twitter has now brought the app to mobile as well.Twitter for Windows 10 on mobile brings features such as Moments, group messaging, video sharing, and being able to quote tweets, features that have been available on iOS and Android since their inception.Twitter also updated the desktop app and added the much requested dark theme mode, which is also available on the mobile app.Source • Download
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Alleged Alcatel Idol 4 Pro render leaks
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While the idol 4 - which was unveiled by Alcatel last month at this year's MWC - is yet to go on sale, rumor mill is already abuzz with a Pro variant of the device. After early specs, now a render image of the latter has leaked online courtesy of tipster @evleaks.Alcatel Idol 4S + Windows 10 Mobile = Idol 4 Pro pic.twitter.com/yuLDV02Vv8— Evan Blass (@evleaks) March 17, 2016In case you aren't already aware, unlike the standard variant (which is powered by Android), the Idol 4 Pro is said to run Windows 10 Mobile. And as for the newly-leaked image, as @evleaks also notes, the...
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US Cellular will reportedly start selling LG G5 on April 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While we already know that LG's newest flagship smartphone - the G5 - will land in the United States sometime in early April, there has been no information on the exact launch date. However, that was until now.A new report is suggesting that carrier US Cellular will start selling the G5 on April 1, with pre-orders beginning March 28. As for the price, the report says the device will carry a tag of $636 sans contract, $199 on a regular 2-year agreement, and $26.50/month for a period of 24 months.If true, the report reveals that US Cellular will be among the first carriers in the...
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Report says Windows 10 Mobile rollout will finally begin today
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Windows 10 Mobile roll-out for older Windows Phone devices will finally begin today, according to a new report which cites a person familiar with the Redmond, Washington-based company's plans.The update will follow what is being called as a 'pull model,' where-in devices selected to receive the update will have to initiate it manually, meaning there won't be any OTA notification. "A Microsoft-triggered push model will follow at an undisclosed date," the report notes.There's currently no information on the complete list of devices that are scheduled to receive the update,...
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Fitbit Charge HR gets price cut in US, now available for $100
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Fitbit's Charge HR fitness band has received a price cut in the United States, where it is now available for $100, down from its usual price of $150. eBay seller tri-state1 is currently offering the wearable at that price.In case you aren't aware, the Charge HR is capable of tracking user's activity and overall health. It includes a heart rate monitor that constantly tracks your heart rate all day. Launched back in 2014, the device has a battery life of 5 days.Coming back to the deal, only a limited quantity of discounted Charge HR units are available, and at the time of writing...
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Oculus announces list of VR games launching with Rift
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oculus has announced a list of 30 VR games that will be launched with the company's Rift headset on March 28. These include AdrIft, BlazeRush, Chronos, Darknet, Elite Dangerous: Deluxe Edition, Fly to KUMA, and Herobound SC.The virtual reality company says that it's currently working with "thousands of developers," and over a hundred more games will be launched by the end of this year.In addition, the company also introduced the new Oculus Home on Rift. "We designed Home from the ground up for VR, and it's evolved significantly since its launch on Gear VR," Oculus said in a...
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UPDATE: Galaxy S7 edge: Snapdragon 820 VS Exynos 8890 benchmark results
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We've finally been able to get our hands on a Snapdragon variant of the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge and our benchmark results show how these two variants stand up to today's other competitors.Keep in mind that every benchmark is created differently and while either of these setups yield somewhat similar results, there are areas where one might be better at graphics while the other is better at raw calculations.We've already updated our Galaxy S7 edge review with the second set of benchmark scores for your comparison pleasure.Once we finish performing our battery tests, we are going to...
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Uber introduces Family Profiles, friends and family can ride on someone else's bill
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Uber has grown exponentially over the past few years, so you can imagine that it's gained many loyal users by now. One of the features most requested by these users is the ability to easily pay for someone else's ride or the ability to use one payment method on more than one account.Uber has introduced Family profiles, users can add up to 10 close friends or family members to their "families" and they can share a payment method amongst themselves. Once you've downloaded the newest version of the app, users can invite others to become part of their Family Profile.It looks like...
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Xiaomi Mi 5 review: Form and function
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It's been a while since we met the last of the Mi kind. Even though the Xiaomi Mi 4 went on sale back in the summer of 2014, it succeeded in staying relevant for over 20 months and surpassed the lifespan of many competitors. Xiaomi surely took the time to make the Mi 5 worthy of its name. And Xiaomi Mi 5 sets the bar even higher!
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Need a case for your Galaxy S7 or S7 edge? Verus has ‘em starting at $5
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you just got a Galaxy S7 or S7 edge and would like to protect your investment on the cheap, you can check out the following cases that Verus has on eBay starting at just $5.These cases will show their lower prices once you add them to your cart. Also, once you open the links, you can choose between the edge model and the regular model. Most of them are $5 and the last two below are $7.Crystal BumperCrystal MixxDamda ClipHigh Pro SheildShine GuardSingle FitVergeAnd then these are $7 eachTriple MixxLayered DandyMake sure you grab these...
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Samsung Gear S2 by de Grisogono is blinged up with diamonds, rose gold
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung certainly loves to put out blinged up versions of its various gadgets from time to time, and the latest device to get this treatment is its newest smartwatch. The Samsung Gear S2 by de Grisogono is a limited edition version of the wearable, which comes with more than 100 white and black diamonds, rose gold, and a black galuchat bracelet.The diamond-set rose gold bezel still rotates in order to function as a navigation aid in the smartwatch's menus, just like the non-diamond-set one does in the vanilla Gear S2.Pricing hasn't been announced because this is one of those if...
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Report says Galaxy S7/S7 edge pre-orders in China set to cross 10 million mark
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Just a week after Samsung's mobile chief Koh Dong-jin said that they are expecting their newest flagships - the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge - will help reverse the firm's fortunes in China, there is some good news for the South Korean tech giant.According to a new report, pre-orders for the flagships in China are set to cross the the 10 million milestone, and the figure could even hit the 15 million mark by the time the pre-order window closes, something which will happen on March 18.Keep in mind, however, that pre-orders in China are usually unlike pre-orders elsewhere - it's more of...
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Samsung outs Buy One, Get One free deal for its fast charge wireless charging pad
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] From this point on and up until March 19, there's a nice deal to be had if you're interested in purchasing a Samsung wireless charger with fast charging capabilities. If you're in the US and opt to buy from Samsung's own online store, then you're in for a treat.Basically you'll pay for one charger but will actually be receiving two. Yes, it's another of those BOGO (Buy One, Get One free) deals. The wireless charging pad costs $69.99, and shipping is free. It's available in white and black.And if you'll be using it with the Galaxy S6 edge+ or the Note5, it will fast charge those...
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Lenovo K3 Note gets the Marshmallow update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Lenovo K3 Note is getting the Android Marshmallow. Customers in India can now check their phone to download the OTA update.Back in January, Anuj Sharma, Lenovo Product Manager for smartphones in India, teased an image of the phone running a test build of the new OS. Since then there hasn't been any word from him or Lenovo on the status of the update, until today when users started getting the update.The build number is K50a40_S121_150813_ROW_TO_K50a40_S322_160314_ROW and the size is 1657MB. Check if the update is available for download on your device.Thanks, Lilam, for...
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Lenovo Vibe K4 Note review: Phabulous
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last year the K3 Note launched as a "big features, small price" phone and now the Lenovo Vibe K4 Note continues the legacy. It has impressive stereo speakers, a sturdy metal frame and a fingerprint features. It's the kind of spec sheet we see from a premium mid-ranger, except this one stays under the $200 mark.
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LG X screen now available for purchase in Europe
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you recall, LG announced a new 'X' series of smartphones last month. The first two devices in the series - the X cam and X screen - were unveiled at this year's MWC. Now, the company has started selling the latter in Europe.Specifically, the handset is now available for purchase in the Netherlands, where the black color variant of the phone is currently listed on woos.nl for €343.64.Specs-wise, the X screen is powered by a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU and sports a 4.93-inch IPS LCD display. It comes with 2GB and 16GB expandable internal memory, and packs in a 2,300 mAh battery. In...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge now selling in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is wasting no time when it comes to bringing its new offers to the Indian market. A little over a week after the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge were announced at a New Delhi event they have started selling throughout the country. You can buy either one straight from Samsung's online sore or retailers like Flipkart, as well as many local stores.The Indian market is getting Exynos 8890-based models and a hybrid dual SIM card slot for extra convenience. As a quick reminder, other specs highlights include a 5.1 or 5.5 inch Super AMOLED display, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, a 12MP...
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Recreating the iPhones from rumors: the iPhone 7, SE and Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Martin Hajek is back with great looking reconstructions of the upcoming Apple phone lineup, based on the partial glimpses we have gotten from the many leaks.The images cover the new trio - from the small iPhone SE, through the iPhone 7 to the phablet-sized iPhone Pro (aka 7 Plus).Apple iPhone 7Martin has incorporated all the rumored "knowledge" about the three, including the redesigned antenna lines on the iPhone 7 (the SE will use the 6s design) and the duo camera on the iPhone Pro.Apple iPhone ProEven the details we hope are wrong can be seen in...
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Twitter discontinues TweetDeck app for Windows
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] TweetDeck has announce that it will discontinuing the Windows desktop app for TweetDeck. Going forward, Windows users will have to access TweetDeck from their browsers, by visiting tweetdeck.twitter.com.The desktop apps for Windows and OS X were created after Twitter acquired TweetDeck back in 2011. They were nothing more than the website inside a wrapper, so there wasn't a lot of reasons to use them to begin with.Incidentally, the OS X app and the Chrome "app" continue to exist for now, and it's just the Windows app getting the axe. Perhaps the OS X app will be dropped soon too,...
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First update to Android N Developer Preview rolling out
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Just over a week after the Android N Developer Preview was released, Google has pushed out the first update to it. Rolling out to the Nexus 5X, 6P, 9, and 9 LTE over-the-air (OTA), the update addresses some performance issues.The updated factory images have also been uploaded in case you want to stick to the traditional way of flashing and updating. Keep in mind that your device should be beta-enrolled to receive the OTA.The update carries a build number of NPC56W for the Nexus 5X and 6P and arrives as NPC56X for the Nexus 9 and 9 LTE. Reports say the update - which weighs in at...
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Bloomberg: Google-owned robotics firm Boston Dynamics is now up for sale
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Over a couple of years after Google acquired it, robotics engineering firm Boston Dynamics has been put up for sale by the Mountain View, California-based company, according to a latest report from Bloomberg, which cites people familiar with the search giant's plans.For those who are unaware, Boston Dynamics is known for its humanoid as well as terrifying animal-looking robots. The following video shows a robot named BigDog in action:Bloomberg's sources say Google's move to put the unit up for sale is purely a business decision. "Executives at Google parent Alphabet Inc., absorbed...
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More Canadian carriers are now offering BlackBerry Priv for $300 on-contract
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Last month, we told you about BlackBerry Priv's Bell variant getting a price cut to CAD 299.99. While that deal is still active, more Canadian carriers have joined the party.Aside from Bell, now Rogers and Sasktel are also offering BlackBerry's debut Android phone for CAD 299.99 on a regular two-year contract. FYI, all three carriers were selling the handset for CAD 399.99 (on contract) at launch.If, however, you are planning to purchase the Priv outright, that will still cost you CAD 800 at-least (price may go up depending on the carrier of your choice).Source (Rogers • Bell...
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Alcatel Idol 4 Pro spotted on GFXBench with 6-inch display, 20MP camera
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Just a day after an alleged render of Alcatel's Idol 4 Pro smartphone (shown below) leaked online, the Windows 10-powered device has been spotted on GFXBench, revealing some of its previously-unknown key specs.The listing reveals that the handset sports a 6-inch display, and features a 20MP rear and 9MP front camera. RAM is listed as 2GB, although we think it should be more than that (3 or 4GB considering it's a high-end device). Internal memory should be 64GB.Other specs, such as 1080p display resolution and Snapdragon 820 SoC have been mentioned in some earlier rumors as...
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Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 edge getting March security update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A week after they officially went on sale, both Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge have started receiving this month's Android security update. Specifically, T-Mobile has already started the roll-out, while Verizon will begin pushing the update on March 18.While T-Mobile doesn't explicitly say that it's Android's March security update, Verizon's update page clearly mentions that the update includes "the most up to date Android security patch." The T-Mobile update carries a build number of UVS2APB8, while the Verizon's arrives as build number VRS2APB4.With two of the Big Four US...
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Finally, Chrome mobile defaults to tab switching within the app
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google first introduced this feature with the launch of Lollipop on the Motorola Nexus 6 to show off the OS' new ability to show individual app processes among other apps in the multitasking window. Although, putting Chrome's tabs in the app switcher makes it so easy to lose a past tab and makes it impossible to clear all Chrome tabs.As of version 49, the Chrome app no longer defaults this option of putting every single Chrome tab in the app switcher. Most people may not care about this, but this is more for people who are constantly getting new phones or always wiping their phones for a...
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Galaxy S7 has a native DPI setting, but it's tucked away somewhere.
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] There is a way to access this hidden menu, perhaps Samsung intended to activate the setting in a future software update, but if you want your Galaxy S7 to display more content on the same size screen, you can follow these steps to do just that.Download Nova Launcher from the Play StoreLong-press an empty space in the homescreen and find the Widgets sectionChoose the "Activities" widget and place it on any homescreen pageFind "Settings" and then pick .DisplayScalingActivityOnce the new widget shortcut appears, tap on itChoose between Standard and CondensedEnjoy more overall...
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Casio's WSD-F10 rugged Android Wear smartwatch will be released on March 25
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back in January at CES Casio unveiled a new smartwatch running Android Wear. The WSD-F10 is being called a Smart Outdoor Watch by its maker, and its ruggedness certainly allows Casio to go with that moniker.See, this device is water resistant up to 50 meters, and it's tested to military standard specifications to ensure it can withstand many rugged activities. And today Casio announced its release date as well as how much it will cost.The Smart Outdoor Watch WSD-F10 will be out on March 25 for $500. You'll be able to purchase one from Casio's online store, Amazon, the Google...
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T-Mobile brings YouTube on as a Binge On content provider, after negotiation
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After Google called out T-Mobile on sneakily throttling all of YouTube's data over T-Mobile's towers, T-Mobile got a lot of backlash for doing so without notifying YouTube nor its customers first.The biggest reason why YouTube raised these concerns was because T-Mobile took it upon itself to throttle all video streams without notifying the provider (in this case YouTube). Content providers shouldn't have to let its customers' experience suffer just because a carrier happens to lower the quality of content being provided to the customer.After further discussions and...
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The Galaxy S7 video review shot entirely on the Galaxy S7 itself
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Our latest video review is up, focusing on the brand new Samsung Galaxy S7. But what's more interesting is that we shot it entirely on a second Samsung Galaxy S7. And it turned out great - so here's why the Galaxy S7 is a superb videography tool that can even fill in for real work tasks.The Samsung Galaxy S7 isn't the only phone that can record excellent video quality but it is the only one with an aperture as wide as f/1.7, which allows to keep the ISO as low as possible.While we mostly filmed the video review by using manual focus we did use Samsung's Dual Pixel technology...
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Michael Kors gets into the smartwatch game with an Android Wear offering
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The latest brand to enter the rapidly crowding smartwatch fray is Michael Kors. The fashion company has announced the Michael Kors Access today at Baselworld. This will be its first ever smartwatch, launching at some point "this fall" with Android Wear on board.The watch will be offered in many different iterations, two of which you can see in the pictures below. It will have exclusive Michael Kors watch faces, interchangeable leather and silicone wristbands, as well as "glamorous versions for women and sporty versions for men", according to the official press release.The Access...
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Samsung Galaxy TabPro S with Windows 10 is out in the US tomorrow for $899.99
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung announced the Galaxy TabPro S tablet running Windows 10 at CES in January, and we've already seen it going on sale throughout Europe at the beginning of this month. And now it's finally time for it to become available in the US as well. Almost, anyway.It's set to be in stock at Best Buy starting tomorrow, priced from $899.99. It will also be offered by Microsoft stores beginning on April 4.The TabPro S is a 12-inch 2-in-1 detachable tablet with a 1440p AMOLED touchscreen, a sixth generation Intel Core M dual-core processor clocked at 2.26 GHz, 4GB of RAM, two 5 MP cameras...
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Sony is still making a profit on each PlayStation VR unit, even at the $399 price point
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A couple of days ago Sony finally announced the official pricing for its upcoming PlayStation VR headset. And, at $399 (or ?349 in the UK), it turns out it's actually cheaper than many have anticipated. It surely is much more so than some rumors have claimed - the $1,500 figure was thrown around a lot at one point, while a retailer leak made us think about $500 as an option too.So, understandably, many have been worried that Sony will be making a loss for each PlayStation VR unit sold, somewhat akin to what the situation was when the PlayStation 4 console launched. However, the Japanese...
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Microsoft officially starts Windows 10 Mobile rollout for older devices
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The big day has finally come, as rumored mere hours ago. It's not a development version anymore, it's not a beta, it's not a test rollout, it's not meant for Windows Insiders only, it's the real deal. Microsoft has just announced the start of the rollout of Windows 10 Mobile to older smartphones that are currently on Windows Phone 8.1. Needless to say, this has been many months in the making, and from this point on updates should be hitting phones left and right.The update is headed to these smartphones, though each one may get it on a different date (and where Microsoft/Nokia isn't the...
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Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) leaked official images leave little to the im
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) has been gathering certifications here and there, and we even got a glimpse of its body from the customary 4 mugshots at Chinese regulator TENAA. Time for the full reveal now. Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) A complete set of official images has been uncovered by the folks over at Winfuture.de, who also dug up the Galaxy J5 (2016) the other day. Needless to say, the differences are marginal, and come down to very subtle proportional changes brought about by the different diagonal (5.5" vs. 5.2"). Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) Aside from...
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Watch the LG G5 unboxed inside a rally car on a dirt track, courtesy of T-Mobile
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LG G5's SD652 variant is now official
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Less than a month after an LG executive confirmed the existence of a Snapdragon 652-powered G5, the device has been made official - the variant is now listed on the South Korean company's Panama website. The device carries a model number of H850, which if you recall was also spotted on GFXBench last month. Standard Qualcomm's SD652, as you might know, is an octa-core CPU with four 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A53 cores and four ARM Cortex-A72 cores with a maximum of 1.8GHz. However, the LG Panama listing of the G5 reveals a 2.0 GHz octa-core processor. Also, the variant is available in both...
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ZTE A2017 spotted on GFXBench with SD820 SoC, QHD display
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A new high-end smartphone from ZTE has been spotted on GFXBench. The listing reveals that the device - dubbed ZTE A2017 - is powered by a Snapdragon 820 SoC, and sports a 5.5-inch (1440 x 2560 pixel resolution) display. It has 4GB RAM, while internal memory should be 64GB. In terms of camera, the handset sports a 21MP rear unit and an 8MP front shooter. The phone comes with Android Marshmallow (version 6.0.1) out-of-the-box. Connectivity options include Bluetooth, GPS, NFC, and WiFi. There is currently no information on when the device will be officially unveiled and what will be...
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Microsoft's last month's $150-discount deal on Surface 3 is back
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you recall, last month, Microsoft was offering a discount of up to $150 on its Surface 3 tablet. In case you missed that deal, here is some good news: the same promo is back again. The maximum discount of $150 is available on Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + LTE models with 4GB/128GB memory configuration. This means that you can currently purchase these models for $449 and $549, respectively. On the other hand, the variants with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage have received $100 price cut, and can be purchased for $399 and $499, respectively. Although the deal is valid through April 2, those making a...
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Alcatel Idol 4 to reportedly have a Mini variant as well
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While the rumor mill is already abuzz with a Pro variant of the yet-to-be-released Alcatel Idol 4, a new report is claiming that that the latter will have a Mini variant as well. Unlike the Windows 10-powered Pro version, however, the Mini variant is said to be powered by Android. As for the specs, the report says that the Idol 4 Mini will be powered by either a Mediatek MT6738 SoC or a MT6750 chipset, and sport a 5-inch HD display. As for the memory configuration, there will be different options: 1GB/2GB/3GB for RAM and 8GB/16GB/32GB for internal memory. In terms of camera, the the...
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Sony Xperia Z5 Compact gets $100 price cut in US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony's Xperia Z5 Compact has received a price cut in the United States, where Amazon is now selling the device for $399.99, down $100 from its usual price of $499.99. Both black and white color options are available at the discounted rate. The model on offer comes with a US warranty, but is only compatible with GSM carriers such as AT&T and T-Mobile. This means that if you are on a CDMA carrier's network, you are currently out of luck. Aside from Amazon, Best Buy is also offering the same discount, but only on the black colored variant. The discount comes over a month after the...
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US Cellular LG G5 to be available starting April 1; pre-orders begin March 28
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Turns out the rumors were true as US Cellular has announced that it will begin selling the LG G5 on April 1, with pre-orders beginning March 28. Those purchasing the handset from the carrier before April 17 will also get a free extra battery and battery-charging cradle. The carrier also said that some of the device's friends (accessories) - including the LG Cam Plus, LG 360 Cam and the LG 360 VR - will be available in mid-April. As for the price, the US Cellular LG G5 will cost $199.99 with a regular, two-year contract. Alternatively, the handset can be yours for zero down followed...
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Spigen Super5tar program puts a case in your hands in exchange for an honest review
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B&H Photo lists unlocked US variant of LG G5 going up for sale on April 1
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Google Maps lets you label your favorite places with cute stickers
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Verizon's Nokia Lumia Icon is being considered for Windows 10 Mobile update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Yesterday Microsoft finally commenced the rollout of updates to Windows 10 Mobile for older Lumia branded smartphones, after many months of testing through the Windows Insider program. On that occasion, the company released the list of handsets that are going to be receiving the update, but did not at the time clarify whether the list was final or not. In the meantime, the company's representatives have said that, essentially, no more phones will be added to the list in the future. And yet there could be an exception after all: Verizon's Nokia Lumia Icon from 2014. @maryjofoley There is...
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Sony is rumored to unveil upgraded PlayStation 4 with 4K support
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to a new report coming from some unnamed "developer sources", Sony has started working on an upgraded version of its PlayStation 4 gaming console. This new iteration won't be a totally revamped offering like a PS5. Instead, it will have more GPU power than the PS4, in order to be able to support 4K gaming. Sony has already started briefing developers about it, the report goes on to say. They are calling the new product PS4.5, but that may just be a joke and not the actual commercial name of it. The improved GPU in the new console will also help it enhance the games...
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9.7-inch iPad Pro will start at $599, rumor says
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] For many weeks now Apple has been rumored to introduce a new 9.7-inch iPad at its spring event which is taking place on March 21 (this coming Monday). Recently we've heard that it won't be called iPad Air 3, but will instead go with iPad Pro branding just like the 12.9-inch tablet which is already available. That makes sense considering that most of its rumored specs are effectively 'borrowed' from its bigger sibling, so why not ape the name as well? Anyway, today a new rumor claims to shed light on the 9.7" iPad Pro's pricing. It will start at $599, which is $100 more than the base...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge takes the crown for best mobile camera according to DxOMark
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Now that the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge is available for purchase, the folks over at DxO Labs have thoroughly tested its camera for inclusion in the DxOMark mobile camera category. The result? Well, move over Galaxy S6 edge+ and Sony Xperia Z5, the S7 edge is the new cameraphone champion according to DxOMark. It's managed an overall score of 88, which is the best ever for a mobile camera, and one point ahead of the aforementioned two devices which both scored 87. Rounding up the top five are the Galaxy Note5 and the S6 edge, both having 86 points. Apple's iPhone 6s Plus follows with 84 points,...
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CEO Dorsey on Twitter's 140-character limit: "It's staying"
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Over a couple of months after there were rumors that Twitter is doing away with its 140-character limit for tweets, CEO Jack Dorsey has cleared the air by saying that the limit isn't going anywhere. "It's staying," Dorsey said today on the NBC Today Show. "It's a good constraint for us and it allows for of-the-moment brevity." For those who aren't aware, reports from publications including the Wall Street Journal and Recode had suggested that the microblogging company is extending the 140-character limit to as many as 10,000 characters. At that time, Dorsey also added further...
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T-Mobile throws in free LG 360 Cam if you get the G5 before April 5
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] T-Mobile will start selling the LG G5 online on March 29, three full days before you'll be able to find it in stores (on April 1). If you purchase the phone before April 17, LG is throwing in a free battery bundle, consisting of a second battery and a battery charging cradle. But if you act fast and are among the first people to snag a G5 from T-Mobile, the carrier will also give you an LG 360 Cam for free (while supplies last). The trick is that you need to purchase the device before April 5. The 360 Cam is a $200 value apparently, so this is quite a good deal. You'll be able to pick...
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Recreating the iPhones from rumors: the iPhone 7, SE and Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Martin Hajek is back with great looking reconstructions of the upcoming Apple phone lineup, based on the partial glimpses we have gotten from the many leaks. The images cover the new trio - from the small iPhone SE, through the iPhone 7 to the phablet-sized iPhone Pro (aka 7 Plus). Apple iPhone 7 Martin has incorporated all the rumored "knowledge" about the three, including the redesigned antenna lines on the iPhone 7 (the SE will use the 6s design) and the duo camera on the iPhone Pro. Apple iPhone Pro Even the details we hope are wrong can be seen in...
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New leaked Meizu Pro 6 shots reveal a lot of design continuity from the Pro 5
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Meizu Pro 6 has been gathering a lot of attention lately with its frequent visits to the rumor mill. There might actually be quite a lot to be excited about, as rumors have hinted at things like 6GB of RAM and 3D Touch capabilities. From the looks of things, the Meizu Pro 6 bears a striking resemblance to its own predecessor - the Pro 5 more than anything else. In the photos we can clearly see the metal unibody design with the characteristic curved sides. Similarities extend even further to the beefy rear camera sensor and its design, as well as the quite distinctive...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 review: Time-saver edition
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Galaxy S6 was Samsung's plunge into premium materials for its flagship line, which had long since suffered ridicule for its extensive use of plastic. The Galaxy S7 is the iterative upgrade that follows, building upon the S6's foundations.
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Poll results: You can't get enough of the Galaxy S7
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S7 has no doubt been the star of the past month (or more, if you count all the rumors) and has now gotten plenty of affection from our readers as well. Last week's poll aimed to find out where you stand on the subject, and looking at the results, Samsung has struck gold.Three out of four voters hit the thumbs up on the Galaxy S7, or, if you insist on precision, positive feedback clocks in at 77%. Not exactly universal approval, but still about as warm a reception as Samsung could have hoped for.Now, we understand how those 23% might have been put off by the...
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Week 11 in review: iPhone 5se, Meizu Pro 6 rumors and iPhone 7 antenna lines
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As we close in on Apple's next event, scheduled for March 21, it is understandable that Cupertino rumors are at an all time high. A rebirth of the 4-inch iPhone is looking more and more plausible with each passing day with what will allegedly be called the iPhone SE. We are now hearing about 16GB of internal storage and 4K video support, thanks to a 12MP camera.Interestingly enough, the iPhone 7 has also been popping up in the rumor mill quite frequently despite still being a few months away from a release. Rumors of a new antenna design have been a hot topic and it just so happens...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge battery life (Exynos and Snapdragon)
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We published our in-depth review of the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge earlier this week, and it was based on the Exynos version of the smartphone. We later got our hands on a Snapdragon version so we got a chance to compare the two in benchmarks, and now in battery endurance.No matter the chipset, battery capacity of the Galaxy S7 edge is fixed at 3,600mAh - a generous amount. It is also a substantial increase over the S6 edge's 2,600mAh, not to mention the S6 edge+, which has a 3,000mAh power pack and a larger 5.7-inch display. In light of that, even die-hard removable battery...
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Top 10 trending phones of week 11
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A funny week for our Top 10 trending chart, indeed. Not much in terms of new entries (the iPhone 5s marks a return, last here in week 6), but the list has been seriously reordered.Bottom to top, the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) has slipped two spots into 10th, keeping big bro A7 (2016) out. Not that it was really that close of a fight, looking at the numbers. It's the iPhone 5s we already mentioned that occupies 9th, with more than 30% more hits than the current iPhone 6s.The Lenovo Vibe K4 Note is in 8th, and it's our latest review subject - make sure you check that out if you've...
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Disney working on Crossy Road variant with Disney characters
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Disney is working with Hipster Whale, developer of the popular mobile game Crossy Road, on a Disney theme version of the game.The game, simply titled Disney Crossy Road, is still in development. It will feature over 100 characters from the Disney and Pixar universe, while the gameplay will be identical to the standard Crossy Road.The game will be released soon on iOS, Android, and Windows, with no actual release date being announced yet.Source
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge review: Time-saver edition
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] You're eyeing up the Samsung Galaxy S7, but you find its looks too pedestrian? We don't necessarily agree, but let's say for the sake of argument that you're right. No worries, Samsung's got you covered - meet the Galaxy S7 edge.
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LG G5 up for pre-order at Carphone Warehouse in the UK, arrives by April 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] UK retailer Carphone Warehouse has the LG G5 listed for pre-order with a SIM-free price quoted at ?499.99. Amazon kicked off its G5 pre-orders a few days ago at ?529, but is now down to the same ?499.99.Clove was first to list this year's LG flagship close to a month ago, and price there is now set at ?529.99 (previously ?539), but you're getting a pair of B&O in-ear headphones. Not the B&O add-on DAC though.A few things make CW's offer more appealing than the others, and chief among those is the delivery date, April 1, which rings well with the annouced global launch on March...
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Watch the LG G5 unboxed inside a rally car on a dirt track, courtesy of T-Mobile
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] US T-Mobile's made a name for itself in recent times for coming up with truly bonkers promo material. Aside from the usual we're-better-than-the-others talk, the carrier is also doing smartphone unboxings as part of its marketing, and in the case of the Samsung Galaxy S7 that took place underwater.Now, the LG G5 isn't water resistant, so Des Smith has taken it with himself for a ride in an attempt to top the S7's unboxing in terms of wow value. Strapped in the co-pilot seat in a rally car, T-Mobile's product expert shares a thing or two about the smartphone, while being hurled left and...
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LG G5's SD652 variant is now official
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Less than a month after an LG executive confirmed the existence of a Snapdragon 652-powered G5, the device has been made official - the variant is now listed on the South Korean company's Panama website. The device carries a model number of H850, which if you recall was also spotted on GFXBench last month.Standard Qualcomm's SD652, as you might know, is an octa-core CPU with four 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A53 cores and four ARM Cortex-A72 cores with a maximum of 1.8GHz. However, the LG Panama listing of the G5 reveals a 2.0 GHz octa-core processor.Also, the variant is available in both...
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ZTE A2017 spotted on GFXBench with SD820 SoC, QHD display
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A new high-end smartphone from ZTE has been spotted on GFXBench. The listing reveals that the device - dubbed ZTE A2017 - is powered by a Snapdragon 820 SoC, and sports a 5.5-inch (1440 x 2560 pixel resolution) display.It has 4GB RAM, while internal memory should be 64GB. In terms of camera, the handset sports a 21MP rear unit and an 8MP front shooter. The phone comes with Android Marshmallow (version 6.0.1) out-of-the-box. Connectivity options include Bluetooth, GPS, NFC, and WiFi.There is currently no information on when the device will be officially unveiled and what will be...
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Microsoft's last month's $150-discount deal on Surface 3 is back
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you recall, last month, Microsoft was offering a discount of up to $150 on its Surface 3 tablet. In case you missed that deal, here is some good news: the same promo is back again.The maximum discount of $150 is available on Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + LTE models with 4GB/128GB memory configuration. This means that you can currently purchase these models for $449 and $549, respectively. On the other hand, the variants with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage have received $100 price cut, and can be purchased for $399 and $499, respectively.Although the deal is valid through April 2, those making a...
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Alcatel Idol 4 to reportedly have a Mini variant as well
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While the rumor mill is already abuzz with a Pro variant of the yet-to-be-released Alcatel Idol 4, a new report is claiming that that the latter will have a Mini variant as well. Unlike the Windows 10-powered Pro version, however, the Mini variant is said to be powered by Android.As for the specs, the report says that the Idol 4 Mini will be powered by either a Mediatek MT6738 SoC or a MT6750 chipset, and sport a 5-inch HD display. As for the memory configuration, there will be different options: 1GB/2GB/3GB for RAM and 8GB/16GB/32GB for internal memory.In terms of camera, the the...
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Sony Xperia Z5 Compact gets $100 price cut in US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sony's Xperia Z5 Compact has received a price cut in the United States, where Amazon is now selling the device for $399.99, down $100 from its usual price of $499.99. Both black and white color options are available at the discounted rate.The model on offer comes with a US warranty, but is only compatible with GSM carriers such as AT&T and T-Mobile. This means that if you are on a CDMA carrier's network, you are currently out of luck. Aside from Amazon, Best Buy is also offering the same discount, but only on the black colored variant.The discount comes over a month after the...
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US Cellular LG G5 to be available starting April 1; pre-orders begin March 28
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Turns out the rumors were true as US Cellular has announced that it will begin selling the LG G5 on April 1, with pre-orders beginning March 28. Those purchasing the handset from the carrier before April 17 will also get a free extra battery and battery-charging cradle.The carrier also said that some of the device's friends (accessories) - including the LG Cam Plus, LG 360 Cam and the LG 360 VR - will be available in mid-April.As for the price, the US Cellular LG G5 will cost $199.99 with a regular, two-year contract. Alternatively, the handset can be yours for zero down followed...
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Spigen Super5tar program puts a case in your hands in exchange for an honest review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Spigen is a phone case maker based out of the US and they have started a new initiative in order to get customer feedback as quickly as possible. The program is called Super5tar Review Program and what it means is that anyone can sign up to be a member for free and if approved, you could be selected to review a Spigen case of your choice.Right now, they are offering cases for the iPhone 6(S), Galaxy S6 (edge and edge+ too), Galaxy Note 3, Note 4, and Note 5, as well as some screen protectors for the Galaxy S7(edge), LG G5, and iPhones 5S/5C/5.Strangely, you even have the option of...
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B&H Photo lists unlocked US variant of LG G5 going up for sale on April 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] B&H is a huge online retailer running straight out of Manhattan, their brick and mortar store is like Disneyland for tech enthusiasts including myself.Anyway, the retailer has posted both the silver and titan colored LG G5 on its site with an availability date of April 1st. If this turns out to be an April fool's joke (which I really don't think it will) it really wouldn't be a good one.The site lists the LG G5 as unlocked and identifies the unit as a North American variant. Strangely the description says the unit is compatible with CDMA or GSM networks, but does not list Sprint or...
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Google Maps lets you label your favorite places with cute stickers
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google maps is introducing a new feature, not particularly useful, but more for those who wish to personalize their Google Maps experience as they wish. Google introduces these location stickers which let you tag your favorite and most commonly visited locations with different stickers like a tree house, an apartment building, a teepee, or even a castle. There is another selection of stickers for your work location such as an office building, a boutique, a gym or a school.Google's intention is to let people label their favorite places that they visit regularly in order to quickly tap on...
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Verizon's Nokia Lumia Icon is being considered for Windows 10 Mobile update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Yesterday Microsoft finally commenced the rollout of updates to Windows 10 Mobile for older Lumia branded smartphones, after many months of testing through the Windows Insider program. On that occasion, the company released the list of handsets that are going to be receiving the update, but did not at the time clarify whether the list was final or not.In the meantime, the company's representatives have said that, essentially, no more phones will be added to the list in the future. And yet there could be an exception after all: Verizon's Nokia Lumia Icon from 2014.@maryjofoley There is...
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Sony is rumored to unveil upgraded PlayStation 4 with 4K support
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to a new report coming from some unnamed "developer sources", Sony has started working on an upgraded version of its PlayStation 4 gaming console. This new iteration won't be a totally revamped offering like a PS5.Instead, it will have more GPU power than the PS4, in order to be able to support 4K gaming. Sony has already started briefing developers about it, the report goes on to say. They are calling the new product PS4.5, but that may just be a joke and not the actual commercial name of it.The improved GPU in the new console will also help it enhance the games...
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Another Nubia passes through TENAA - possibly the Z11 Mini
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you are familiar with the Chinese mobile landscape, you might have noticed that Nubia (the ZTE sub-brand), one of the relatively big-name players, has been keeping a rather low profile lately. In fact, the manufacturer has been teasing us with various rumors about a new flagship offer, allegedly caller the Z11, going as far back as November 2015. After missing two consecutive suggested launch dates, one on January 5 and the other on January 18, the device is starting to prove quite illusive.However, not all hope is lost yet, as a new TENAA certification entry suggests Nubia is...
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Taken off shelves last year, LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE is now back on sale
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you recall, LG halted sales of its Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE in November last year, something which happened just a week after the smartwatch was launched. At that time, the company said that the device has a a faulty component which can potentially bring down the wearable's image quality over time.Looks like the South Korean company has fixed the issue in question as the timepiece is now back on sale. It's currently up for pre-orders on AT&T, which is selling it for $360 outright, or $18 a month for 20 months.Alternatively, you can also purchase it for $100 on a 2-year...
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HTC Desire 816 dual sim starts receiving Marshmallow update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Desire 816 dual sim phone from HTC has started receiving the Marshmallow update. The update, which brings Android version 6.0 and Sense UI version 7.0, is currently rolling out in Saudi Arabia.The update is being rolled out in two parts, with the first being around 55MB in size, while the second weighing in at over 1GB. The former prepares your device for Marshmallow, and the latter actually installs the Android 6.0.As you'd expect, the update includes the usual Marshmallow goodies, including Google Now on Tap and redesigned app permissions, although it's a bit surprising...
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vivo launches entry-level Y31A with Snapdragon 410, 4.7-inch display
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Six months after outing the Y31, vivo has launched the Y31A. The device is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 410 chipset and sports a 4.7-inch (540x960 pixel resolution) IPS display.It comes with 1GB RAM and 16GB expandable internal memory, and packs in a 2,100mAh battery. In terms of camera, the Y31A features 8MP rear and 2MP front unit. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 4.0, USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, GPS, 4G LTE, and FM radio.Measuring 137.24 x 68.76 x 8.39mm and weighing in at 141g, the phone runs Android 5.0 Lollipop-based Funtouch OS. It is currently available for purchase in...
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AT&T offers buy one, get one free deal on LG G5 pre-orders
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you have your heart set on LG's latest flagship handset, then you surely know that global sales for the G5 are set to begin a little over a week from now, on March 31. Naturally, however, various retailers have already started accepting pre-orders for the device and the latest to announce its offer is AT&T.The carrier has listed the G5 for $23 per moth over a 30 month period on a Next 24 plan, or $699 up front. But, if you are planning on getting more than one unit, then AT&T's other deal might just be ideal for you. If you are OK with signing a new AT&T contract, that is...
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Twitter completes 10 years
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Popular social networking site is Twitter is celebrating its 10th birthday today.Started on March 21, 2006 by Jack Dorsey, Evan Williams, Noah Glass, and Biz Stone, the service has since then gone on to be wildly successful and currently has a user base of 332 million active users.Twitter revolutionized the short status update style messages, with its 140 character limit that forces users to fit their thoughts into concise, bite size portions. The constantly updating, real-time nature of the service has made it a big hit during sporting events and a major asset during major events and...
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HTC 10 said to come with Super LCD 5 display, 3000mAh battery
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The HTC 10 has already been the subject of several leaks and renders, with the latest one focusing on the phone's "world class" cameras. Now, the usually reliable leakster @evleaks has revealed some more information about the flagship - Super LCD 5 display and 3,000mAh battery.Not sure if this has been reported yet, but HTC 10 features a super LCD 5 display - not AMOLED. Battery = 3000mAh pic.twitter.com/NbWonSaC3T— Evan Blass (@evleaks) March 20, 2016Yes, the leakster says the phone will sport a Super LCD 5 display instead of the an AMOLED one. For those who are hearing about...
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Urgent: Mandatory update for select Kindles that needs to be installed before March 22
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Own an Amazon Kindle from 2012 or an older model, here's something urgent that needs your attention: you are required to install a software update by March 22, failing which you won't be able to continue using Kindle services on your device.Here's the list of devices require the latest software version:If your device is in the list and you miss the update deadline, you will receive the following message on your device: "Your Kindle is unable to connect at this time. Please make sure you are within wireless range and try again. If the problem persists, please restart your Kindle...
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Nintendo's 'Miitomo' app tops iOS charts, hits 1 million users milestone in just 3 days
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Miitomo - Nintendo's first mobile app - was launched last week on March 17, and looks like it has already been a huge success. It became the top social-networking iOS app in Japan the day it was launched.The app surpassed Line, which has been the Asian country's top IM app all this while. Not only this, Miitomo also crossed the 1 million users milestone in just three days, something which was announced via the chatting app's official Twitter handle.The app, in case you still don't know, allows users to create and customize their Miis, through which they interact with other users...
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Huawei president allegedly spotted using dual-camera phone; is it the P9?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A photo leak has surfaced allegedly showing Huawei's president using a phone with a dual rear camera setup. While there's no confirmation, reports say it could be the Chinese company's upcoming P9 flagship.If you compare, the unit shown in the images above does look quite similar to the one that was leaked earlier this month (shown below).In case you don't already know, the P9 flagship - which has been the subject of several leaks and rumors over the past few weeks - is set to be unveiled on April 6. The first official teaser of the handset was also recently outed,...
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Best Apps and Games of the Week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] These are some of the best apps and games of the week.WireWire is a messaging app with a slick interface. With version 2.0, the app has now gained voice call support so you can now call others on mobile, tablet, or desktop. The app now also features end-to-end encryption of calls and messages, in chats as well as group messages.iOS • AndroidLastPass AuthenticatorLastPass has released an authenticator app along the lines of Google Authenticator. If you use two-step authentication (and you should) then you will need an authenticator app to generate...
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Week 11 in review: iPhone 5se, Meizu Pro 6 rumors and iPhone 7 antenna lines
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As we close in on Apple's next event, scheduled for March 21, it is understandable that Cupertino rumors are at an all time high. A rebirth of the 4-inch iPhone is looking more and more plausible with each passing day with what will allegedly be called the iPhone SE. We are now hearing about 16GB of internal storage and 4K video support, thanks to a 12MP camera.Interestingly enough, the iPhone 7 has also been popping up in the rumor mill quite frequently despite still being a few months away from a release. Rumors of a new antenna design have been a hot topic and it just so happens...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge battery life (Exynos and Snapdragon)
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] We published our in-depth review of the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge earlier this week, and it was based on the Exynos version of the smartphone. We later got our hands on a Snapdragon version so we got a chance to compare the two in benchmarks, and now in battery endurance.No matter the chipset, battery capacity of the Galaxy S7 edge is fixed at 3,600mAh - a generous amount. It is also a substantial increase over the S6 edge's 2,600mAh, not to mention the S6 edge+, which has a 3,000mAh power pack and a larger 5.7-inch display. In light of that, even die-hard removable battery...
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Top 10 trending phones of week 11
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A funny week for our Top 10 trending chart, indeed. Not much in terms of new entries (the iPhone 5s marks a return, last here in week 6), but the list has been seriously reordered.Bottom to top, the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) has slipped two spots into 10th, keeping big bro A7 (2016) out. Not that it was really that close of a fight, looking at the numbers. It's the iPhone 5s we already mentioned that occupies 9th, with more than 30% more hits than the current iPhone 6s.The Lenovo Vibe K4 Note is in 8th, and it's our latest review subject - make sure you check that out if you've...
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Disney working on Crossy Road variant with Disney characters
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Disney is working with Hipster Whale, developer of the popular mobile game Crossy Road, on a Disney theme version of the game.The game, simply titled Disney Crossy Road, is still in development. It will feature over 100 characters from the Disney and Pixar universe, while the gameplay will be identical to the standard Crossy Road.The game will be released soon on iOS, Android, and Windows, with no actual release date being announced yet.Source
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge review: Time-saver edition
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] You're eyeing up the Samsung Galaxy S7, but you find its looks too pedestrian? We don't necessarily agree, but let's say for the sake of argument that you're right. No worries, Samsung's got you covered - meet the Galaxy S7 edge.
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LG G5 up for pre-order at Carphone Warehouse in the UK, arrives by April 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] UK retailer Carphone Warehouse has the LG G5 listed for pre-order with a SIM-free price quoted at ?499.99. Amazon kicked off its G5 pre-orders a few days ago at ?529, but is now down to the same ?499.99.Clove was first to list this year's LG flagship close to a month ago, and price there is now set at ?529.99 (previously ?539), but you're getting a pair of B&O in-ear headphones. Not the B&O add-on DAC though.A few things make CW's offer more appealing than the others, and chief among those is the delivery date, April 1, which rings well with the annouced global launch on March...
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Watch the LG G5 unboxed inside a rally car on a dirt track, courtesy of T-Mobile
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] US T-Mobile's made a name for itself in recent times for coming up with truly bonkers promo material. Aside from the usual we're-better-than-the-others talk, the carrier is also doing smartphone unboxings as part of its marketing, and in the case of the Samsung Galaxy S7 that took place underwater.Now, the LG G5 isn't water resistant, so Des Smith has taken it with himself for a ride in an attempt to top the S7's unboxing in terms of wow value. Strapped in the co-pilot seat in a rally car, T-Mobile's product expert shares a thing or two about the smartphone, while being hurled left and...
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You can pre-order the deca-core ZOPO Speed 8 for $279.99
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Remember the ZOPO Speed 8 from this year's MWC? If you do, then you must be into trivia as the Chinese handset is definitely memorable for one particular reason - being the first official deca-core smartphone. Don't get us wrong, we are not saying the Speed 8 doesn't have any other qualities going for it, but the MediaTek Helio X20 is undoubtedly the attention-grabber in the mix.Today the ZOPO has officially started its pre-order and initial shipping schedule, along with a $20 price discount. Luckily, to get the deal, you don't even have to rush all that much. Pre-orders will...
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"Mod" solves Galaxy S7's hybrid slot issue, fits three cards
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It's nice that Samsung brought back the microSD slot, but for the dual-SIM versions of the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge things haven't changed really - the hybrid slot means you can have either two SIMs or one SIM + one microSD, never three cards at once.You know what they say, never say never. With some scissors, a lighter and a lack of caring, you can do this ill-advised hack - if a microSD and nanoSIM can't fit in the same slot, you make them fit.How to fit a microSD and nanoSIM in one slot or ruin bothI'll leave you to read the gory details over at NoReplied.com, but...
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iPhone SE: 2GB of RAM, old TouchID and selfie cam
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] So, the new Apple iPhone SE went official yesterday and it's very much an iPhone 6s internals in a 5s body. Well, almost...As you've probably heard, the SE will not support Force Touch, but on the upside, AnTuTu detected 2GB of RAM - as much as the 6s has and double what the 6 and those before it had.AnTuTu shows 2GB of RAM on the iPhone SEFor one, the Touch ID sensor is the slower first-generation, unlike the 6s models (first-gen was also used on the iPhone 6).Another change is the selfie camera - it's back to 1.2MP with f/2.4. That means it's the iPhone 5 selfie camera,...
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Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable brings fast charging to the iPad Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Yesterday, Apple also released a new cable, called the Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable. As you can imagine, one end of the cable is a male USB Type-C connector and the other end is a Lightning connector.Other than allowing you to connect your iOS devices to computers with a USB Type-C connector (such as the new MacBook) without using an adapter, the cable also allows you to connect them to chargers with Type-C connector.This includes, and is not limited to, the Apple 29W USB-C Power Adapter that ships with every new MacBook, or can be purchased separately. With the high current...
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Apple to launch the iPhone SE in India on April 8
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple will begin selling the new iPhone SE in India starting April 8, according to Redington India. The phone will be sold through 3000 retail outlets across the country.Apple previously announced that India will be among the second wave of countries to get the iPhone SE in "early April". The company also issued a press release stating the phone will be priced at INR 39,000 ($584) for the 16GB model.Other than India, Albania, Andorra, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Greece, Guernsey, Jersey, Hungary, Iceland,...
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Xbox Spring sale is now on : up to 60% off Xbox and PC games
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Microsoft is now in full "spring cleaning" mode. Starting today, the US giant launched a truckload of digital deals with discounts from 40% to 60%. And its not just another case of marketing unwanted junk titles either. Microsoft has an array of blockbusters, like Fallout 4, Grand Theft Auto V, Halo 5 and many others lined up in various editions.Better yet, the promotion has you covered even if you are on the older Xbox 360 or a Windows PC with equally popular titles for both platforms. Last, but not least, there are also quite a few movie and TV show deals for you to check...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 edge units in UK getting March security update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Less than a week after Samsung's newest flagships - the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge - started getting the March security update in the US, the update has started hitting S7 edge units in the UK.Weighing in at 74.34MB, the update obviously brings all the latest security fixes in Google's mobile operating system. However, there's currently no information on exactly what other changes (if any) are included in the update.Also not known at the moment is whether or not the standard variant - the Galaxy S7 - has also started receiving the update in the UK, but we'll let you know as soon as we...
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Deal: Buy HTC One M9 and get Nexus 9 for free
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] With the HTC's next flagship launch just a few weeks away, the Taiwanese company is offering a deal on its last year's One M9 flagship that nets you a free Nexus 9 (16GB black variant) with every purchase of the smartphone.It's a US-only deal that is valid on both unlocked as well as carrier variants of the One M9. Price-wise, the phone carries an official tag of $649.00 in the US, while the tablet on offer usually sets you back $399. Put simply, the deal - which is valid through March 22 (11:59 PM PT) - saves you $399. Keep in mind that you can purchase a maximum of four One M9s...
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Oppo to start manufacturing 1 million 4G phones a month in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo has revealed that starting this August, it will be manufacturing a million 4G phones/month in India. The revelation was made by Mike Wang, CEO of the Chinese company's India subsidiary.Wang also revealed that the units will be designed in China but will be manufactured at the company's production facility in Noida, a neighboring city of India's national capital New Delhi. He said that the phones will be manufactured after "local level customization for the India market."As for what kind of phones Oppo will be churning out, Wang didn't reveal any specific models, but did say...
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Samsung Gear S2 iOS compatibility now said to be coming by month-end
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] At this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Samsung made it official that iOS support for the Tizen-powered Gear S2 smartwatch (including Gear Manager for iOS) is under development, and will be rolled out later this year. However, the very next day it was revealed that would happen in mid-January itself.Sadly, as we know, that didn't happen, and we didn't hear anything about the roll out for almost a couple of months. Then, towards February-end, there were reports that the support would arrive in March around the Apple's Feb 21 event.Now, here we are, a day after the...
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Marshmallow update starts hitting Samsung Galaxy S5
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung's flagship from 2014 - the Galaxy S5 - has finally started getting the Marshmallow update. The update is currently rolling out to S5 variants with model number SM-G900L operating on South Korean carrier LG Uplus.Bringing Android version 6.0.1, the update also includes stability improvements, speed optimizations, as well as several bug fixes. If you are a S5 (SM-G900L) owner, and haven't received the OTA notification yet, you can manually check for the update by heading to your device's Settings menu.This comes over a month after the update started hitting the South Korean...
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Samsung-Apple patent war: US Supreme Court agrees to take up Samsung's appeal
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Rejecting Apple's request to decide otherwise, the US Supreme Court has agreed to hear Samsung's appeal to re-examine the decisions made in its patent case against Apple so far.This comes around three months after the South Korean tech giant filed the appeal. In case you don't already know, Samsung's decision to move the Supreme Court came in the wake of the company agreeing to pay Apple $548 million to settle their yearslong patent legal case.At the core, Samsung wants the Supreme Court to review how patent cases, specifically those related to design, are dealt with. It argues...
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$400 PlayStation VR core to go on pre-order next week; $500 Launch Bundle today
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Interested in purchasing the Sony PlayStation VR? Well, the time has come as pre-orders for the Launch Bundle begin today (March 22). Carrying a $499.99 price tag, the bundle in question includes a PS VR core bundle, PS Camera, 2 PlayStation Move motion controllers, and PlayStation VR Worlds (disc).However, if $499 is a bit too much for you, the company has announced that it will also be separately offering the PS VR core bundle which includes a PS VR headset, PS VR cables, Stereo Headphones, and PlayStation VR Demo Disc. Carrying a $399.99 price tag, this bundle will be available for...
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LG announces global rollout of its X smartphone series
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Over a month after announcing it, LG has commenced the global roll out of its X smartphone series. An official announcement in this regard was made by the South Korean company today.LG said that starting this week, the X screen (above) and X cam (below) smartphones - which were unveiled at this year's MWC last month - will be available in the company's home country of South Korea followed by other markets including Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The company defines the X series as "a mass-tier smartphone lineup with premium features until now only available on LG's flagship...
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First footage of Pok?mon Go surfaces on YouTube
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The first alleged footage of the highly anticipated mobile game with collaboration of the makers of Ingress, Niantic Labs, has appeared on YouTube late last week after SXSW. An attendee of the festival has uploaded a video of what appears to be the actual game.The CEO of Niantic Labs was giving a short demonstration at a gaming panel. The actual topic of the panel isn't entirely clear, but whatever it was, it showed us a glimpse of what the new geo-based game is going to offer.In the panel footage, we can hear that the presenter is talking about the differing regions of where you...
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T-Mobile might be "pivoting away" from unlimited plans, it isn't necessarily a bad thing
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] T-Mobile has been the one carrier who decided to strike back at the other carriers back when AT&T and Verizon were the ones getting rid of unlimited plans by aggressively advertising their Uncarrier movements to turn the mobile industry in the US back into the customers' hands.Yeah, Sprint had unlimited plans too but they weren't necessarily doing so well. They'd lost customers when they decided to make the switch from WiMax to LTE so you could imagine outraged customers who found out their 2 year old phone was not going to have 4G anymore, even after the carrier was promising it was...
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AT&T and T-Mobile Priv getting March security update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A couple of weeks after unlocked BlackBerry Priv units in the US started receiving it, Android's March security update has started hitting the carrier variants of the phone in the country.Specifically, AT&T and T-Mobile have started rolling out the update. While there's currently no information on what all changes both updates include, it's safe to assume that at-least all fixes listed on BlackBerry's official website (hit the BlackBerry link at the bottom) will be there.This comes just days after carrier variants of Samsung's newest flagships- the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge - started...
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Apple iPhone SE and iPad Pro event coverage wrap-up
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple's event drew to a close and the world got to see the official debut of the Apple iPhone SE and Apple iPad Pro 9.7" announcement. In case you've missed anything important here's our complete coverage for you to catch up. .phone-highlight-stage { margin: 0 30px; } .phone-highlight { position: relative; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; margin-bottom: 30px; min-height: 500px; padding-bottom: 25px; } .phone-highlight img { width: 400px; } .phone-highlight a:hover img { ...
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Here's how much the iPhone SE and iPad Pro 9.7 will cost in Europe
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Today Apple has finally made both the iPhone SE and the 9.7-inch iPad Pro official, as you may know, after weeks upon weeks of rumors regarding these devices. The company will start taking pre-orders for them on March 24, which is this Thursday, and they will both become available on March 31, one week later.In case either one interests you but you're in Europe, here's what you are going to have to shell out for the iPhone SE and the new iPad Pro. A word of warning, though: the prices are quite different from the ones announced for the USA.The 16GB iPhone SE, priced at $399 in the US,...
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Watch the promo video for the new iPad Pro
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple announced today a new smaller iPhone SE and a new smaller iPad Pro. You can check the iPad Pro 9.7" news and specs on our site.There is also an introductory video published by Apple and it will help you familiarize with the new iPad Pro. Enjoy!Source
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Vizio P-Series TVs replace your remote with an Android tablet
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Vizio has released a new series of smart televisions, called the P-Series. The company has worked with Google to make perhaps the most unique range of televisions on the market.The P-Series TVs might be called smart TVs but technically they are about as smart as a monitor and are nothing other than a big 4K screen to view your content. All the magic happens on the Android tablet that comes with the TV.The P-Series does away with a traditional remote, and instead relies on the supplied tablet. The tablet has a 6-inch 1080p display and runs a stock version of Android with Vizio...
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Samsung Galaxy S7 active on the way, import listing reveals
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Ever since its MWC announcement, the Samsung Galaxy S7 has been turning heads throughout the mobile industry. Now that you can actually buy one on most markets, excitement seems to be at an all time high. But despite all the positive feedback and attention, the Korean giant can't really afford to take a break in today's competitive market and by the looks of it work is continuing at full steam.AT&T is testing a handset, Samsung SM-G891A. GS6 Active is G890A. Updated SKU, GS7 Active, or other? [pic: Zauba] pic.twitter.com/WgE3uWVVWG— Evan Blass (@evleaks) March 23, 2016A rather...
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UK banks and stores lined up for Android Pay launch in a few months
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Android Pay will launch in the UK in a few months and Google has already lined up many local financial institutions. Pay will support MasterCard and Visa credit and debit cards from the following banks:With an Android Pay enabled phone you'll be able to ride the tube or fill up the car, get coffee or do the shopping, check in a hotel and so on.Android Pay in the US now gets 1.5 million new registrations a month. Best Buy, Ticketmaster and many more support the system.Source | Via
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Consumers Report names Galaxy S7 and S7 edge "best phones ever"
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Consumer Reports just called the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge "perhaps, the best phones." CR (along with consumers) wasn't happy with some of the changes that the S6 brought on, but the S7 aced most tests.The S7 and S7 edge topped Consumer Reports ratings. The battery life is Excellent (especially in the dark) and so is the still camera. The 1080p camera was rated Very good, "among the best we've tested in a smartphone."The redesigned body - its water resistance and its rounder edges (that make it easier to hold) were also praised. The return of the microSD slot was appreciated while...
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Xiaomi unveils curved 65" Mi TV 3S with 4K Samsung screen
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] 5.9mm thickness, metal body, 3,840 x 2,160px resolution, 65" screen size. No, I didn't drop the decimal point, this is Xiaomi's new Mi TV 3S curved television.The screen is sourced from Samsung and promises 4,000:1 contrast, 176? viewing angle, 78% NTSC color gamut coverage.The TV is powered by Android, running on an MStar 6A928 chipset. You may not have heard of it, but it has four Cortex-A17 CPU cores, a Mali-T760MP4 GPU and 2GB of RAM. Storage is limited, 8GB, but you get one USB 3.0 port to hook up an external drive, plus one USB 2.0. Or you could use Wi-Fi ac or Ethernet to...
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The Apple iPad Pro 9.7 has only 2GB of RAM
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple made the 9.7-inch iPad Pro selling point for the device abundantly clear - it is apparently intended as a PC replacement. This did sound like kind of a stretch from the get go, considering the existence of the larger and more productivity-friendly 12.9-inch version of the same basic product. But as the smoke cleared, people started poking even more holes in the whole plan.Here's a single Geekbench run with stats on iPad Pro 9.7" pic.twitter.com/vwqlKtsIUm— Matthew Panzarino (@panzer) March 22, 2016Yesterday, it became clear that the A9X chip powering the new iPad is...
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YouTube for iOS gets Slide Over and Split View support on iPad
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google has released an update to the iOS version of the YouTube app. The update finally brings some much needed functionality on the iPad.The update finally adds support for Slide Over and Split View functionality on the iPad. The former, available on iPads as far back as the iPad Air, allows you to run an app in a window on the side over your current app. Split View will let you run the new YouTube app side by side with your current app and you can resize the window size.Unfortunately, for whatever reason, Google still hasn't added picture in picture support, which would have...
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Android 6.0.1 update hitting Moto X Play units in Canada and India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Motorola's Moto X Play smartphone has started receiving the Android 6.0.1 update in Canada and India. The update includes the latest Android security patch as well as the new emoji pack.In addition, the update also brings along the ability to launch the camera by double-pressing the power button and turn off and on the sound of the camera shutter. Finally, it also includes some stability-related improvements. The update weighs in at around 388MB.In case you missed, the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update rolled out in India back in January, and in Canada back in December.Via 1...
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Spotify launching in Indonesia this month; India and Japanese launch on the cards
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Music streaming company Spotify has announced that it will be launching its service in Indonesia - the world's fourth most populous country - this month on March 30. The announcement was made by the company a few days ago on Twitter.HALO INDONESIA!!! #WaktunyaSpotify pic.twitter.com/D0YxEJiQxt— Spotify Indonesia (@SpotifyID) March 20, 2016In addition, the company is also reportedly planning to further expand its foot print in Asia with an eye on the Japanese and Indian markets. Spotify is said to be already on a hiring spree in Japan, and have also signed an agreement with the...
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Google to pull the plug on its Chrome app launcher
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google has announced that the Chrome app launcher - which the company claims makes Chrome apps easy to open outside the browser - will soon be removed from all major platforms, including Windows, Mac, and Linux.As for the reason, the search giant cited little usage of the product, or in other words, the launcher has been a complete flop show. It will, however, continue to exist on Chrome OS, Google said.The complete removal process will take several months. "Beginning in a few weeks, Chrome will no longer enable the launcher when users first install a Chrome app. Anyone who...
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LG G5 CAM Plus module to cost $70 in US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While we already know how much it costs in the UK, we now have information on how much the LG G5 CAM Plus module will set you back in the United States. The G5 "friend" has been listed by retailer B&H photo on its website for $69.99.That, if you recall, is less than the $85 price tag LG Korean officially revealed for the device last week. Over in the UK, the accessory is priced at ?69.What's worth mentioning here is that B&H is currently not selling the device - it's available to pre-order. Alternatively, you can also register to get notified when the module is in stock.In...
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Verizon Galaxy Note Edge getting March security update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Verizon has started rolling out the March security update to Samsung Galaxy Note Edge units on its network. The update, which the carrier says only includes the latest Android security patch, bumps the device's software version to LRX22C.N915VVRU2BPA4.Given that the update has just started rolling out, it may take some time before it hits your phone, so be patient. However, if you're feeling impatient, you can also manually check for the update by heading to the Settings menu on your device.This comes less than a week after Verizon started rolling out the update to both Samsung...
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Third-party iOS keyboard from Google reportedly in the works
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to a latest report from The Verge, search giant Google is developing a third-party keyboard for rival Apple's iOS platform. The project has been going on for months now, the report notes, however adding that there's currently no clarity on if and when Google plans to launch the product.As for the features, the keyboard is said to incorporate gesture-based typing as well as picture and GIF searches through dedicated buttons. In addition, there'll also be a Google logo tapping on which will give you access to traditional web search.The keyboard - which the report says is...
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The iPhone 5s has apparently been discontinued
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Looks like Apple has stopped selling the iPhone 5s as the device is no longer listed on the Cupertino-based company's official website. A quick looks reveals that the phone has been replaced by the newly-launched iPhone SE.While we are yet to hear an official confirmation on this, the discontinuation shouldn't really come as a big surprise given that the iPhone SE not only looks almost exactly like the 5s, it is of course comparatively more powerful as well.Released back in 2013, the iPhone 5s was powered by the Apple A7 chipset and sported a 4.0 inch (640 x 1136 pixel resolution...
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BlackBerry Passport gets price cut in the US
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The BlackBerry Passport smartphone has received a decent price cut in the US, where it is now officially being sold at 20% discount. The deal is available on the black, white, and silver variants of the smartphone.While both black and white models are now available for about $399, down from their regular price of $499, the silver version will currently set you back around $439, down from its usual price of $549. The units on offer are unlocked, and are not compatible on Verizon, Sprint, US Cellular.In addition, BlackBerry is also offering a 30% discount on phone accessories - head...
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Google offering free phone calls to Belgium and Turkey in light of recent events
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google has tweeted a few hours ago that it was going to make all calls to Belgium and Turkey free in response to the recent bombing in Brussels and the ongoing attacks of violence going on in Turkey.Free calls via Hangouts to Belgium & Turkey + info in search for Brussels a†’ [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] #BrusselsAttacks pic.twitter.com/QBNMBCCGPh— Google (@google) March 22, 2016Google says that all calls to Belgium and Turkey will be free through hangouts via the desktop page or respective platform's (iOS or Android) hangouts app. Calls to landlines in either Turkey or Belgium will...
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Samsung Galaxy S7's screen is usable when wet, watch our video!
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After its departure from an all plastic and hyper-glaze design, Samsung scrapped water-resistance from the Galaxy S6 family. However, this year, Samsung has decided to give immersion-protection a second try with its new Galaxy S7 line.Sony was among the first companies to introduce an elegant glass and metal design which incorporated water resistance throughout its Xperia line of devices but it was not until the Xperia Z3+ that screens were better able to differentiate touch from water drops.Samsung was definitely able to stand up to Sony with its beautiful all-glass-and-metal design...
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New 9.7-inch iPad Pro comes with underclocked A9X chipset
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Yesterday Apple took the wraps off the new 9.7-inch iPad Pro, and during the announcement it said the tablet sports the same A9X chipset as the 12.9-inch iPad Pro launched last year.However, in the meantime a pretty big caveat has emerged for this information. See, while the two tablets do share the SoC, the A9X in the smaller 9.7" model comes with both an underclocked CPU and an underclocked GPU compared to the iPad Pro 12.9.This is made clear from the quick comparison you can see in the image below, which is now available on Apple's website. While the company never likes to publish...
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Google Photos now shows you automatically created albums after an event or trip
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google's Photos service keeps receiving update after update. The latest one is rolling out starting today on the website as well as through its Android and iOS apps.It's all about smart album creation, this one. After an event or trip, Google Photos will show you an automatically created album of photos and videos you took. This is curated, containing just your best shots. It will also tell you how far you traveled, and place location pins on a map for you to remember where you've been.Once you've received the album, you can add text captions to it, as well as turn on...
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LG's Friends for the G5 get priced in the UK
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back at MWC in February, LG announced some "Friends" alongside its G5 smartphone. These LG Friends are either modular accessories for the G5 itself, or standalone gadgets that supposedly work best in conjunction with the G5.Almost the full set of Friends has now been priced in the UK, courtesy of online retailer Clove. The LG Cam Plus is both a camera grip and an extended battery pack for the G5, and it will be sold for ?69. You can already pre-order one, with shipping starting on April 8.The LG Hi-Fi Plus (with B&O Play) is a DAC aimed at music enthusiasts, as it includes its own amp...
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Goldgenie can sell you an iPhone SE encased in 200g of solid 18K gold
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] King Tut was born before the camera was invented, so his selfie had to come in the form of a 10kg gold mask. You, a child of the digital age, can instead get a gold iPhone SE from Goldgenie and snap gilded selfies with that. They come in 24K Gold, Rose Gold and Platinum versions and start off with the relatively reasonable Edition - ?1,582 (excluding VAT) - goes through several Swarovski-studded options and proceeds to the outrageous Solid Gold Superstar. Most such gold gadgets are gold-plated - meaning you get very little actual gold (this is the case with the Edition). The...
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Get a free Moto E with Moto X Pure Edition purchase
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Motorola is holding a pretty sweet promotion and gives you away a free Moto E with every Moto X Pure Edition purchase. The promotion is only valid in the US for today and ends at 10.59 AM Central Time. Moto E currently retails for around €110 and has so far managed to stay pretty up-to-date with the recent Android releases. The vanilla Moto X Pure Edition costs $399.99 without any modifications from the Moto Maker. Yes, it sounds like a solid deal to us, too. Source
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Vertu Signature Touch available in Sky Blue leather
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] I wish I had Vertu money, but I'll have to settle for just writing about them. The luxury phone maker announced two new editions of its Signature Touch and Aster Android-powered phones. Vertu Signature Touch in Sky Blue quilted leather The Vertu Signature Touch comes in a Sky Blue quilted leather option, calf leather sourced from one of the oldest tanneries in the Alps. It has a Grade 5 Titanium body with polished Red Gold detailing and a Black Ceramic pillow. The relatively more affordable Vertu Aster is back in Orchid Pink calf leather and Caramel Calf leather, due to...
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Truly Exquisite puts Gold-plated iPad Pro 9.7 on pre-order
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Truly Exquisite likes to jump the gun on creating lavish versions of smartphones and tablets. Earlier it announced gold-plated Galaxy S7 and S7 edge phones before they even went on pre-order. Now, it's jumping ship over to the competition by plating the new iPad Pro 9.7 with noble metals. ?1,850 (without VAT) starts you off with 24K Gold Plated tablet, ?1,900 gets you 18K Rose Gold instead. The top version is the ?1,950, plated with Platinum. You can have the front in Black or White. This is for the 128GB Wi-Fi versions, you can upgrade to 256GB or mobile data connectivity if you...
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AdDuplex numbers show about half of current Windows smartphones are capable of running Windows 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] There is no denying that Microsoft has embarked on an ambitious, far-reaching roll-out mission with Windows 10 Mobile. Besides the ever-growing list of devices running the OS out-of-the-box, like the Lumia 950, 650 and 550, the US giant has also started releasing updates to an ever-growing range of older devices. However, despite the growing number of devices, AdDuplex now says only 50.4% of all current Windows devices are capable of running Windows 10. This means that developers willing to invest effort into Universal Apps can currently expect 50% market penetration on...
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Google working on Periscope competitor called YouTube Connect
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google is working on a competitor to Twitter's popular video streaming app, Periscope, and also the new Facebook Live that recently came out. Called YouTube Connect, the service would pretty much be like Periscope, according to sources at VentureBeat. The app will be available on Android and iOS. You will be able to log in with your Google or YouTube account and then stream the event, which will be visible in the app and also on your channel, if you have one. You can choose to save the stream after you're done so people can watch it later if they missed the live stream. There will also be...
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iPhone SE and iPad Pro 9.7 now open for pre-order, in stores on March 31
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As promised on announcement day, Apple is now accepting pre-orders for the brand new 4-inch iPhone SE and the 9.7-inch iPad Pro. Pre-ordered devices will be delivered on March 31, when you will also be able to find them in physical stores. The iPhone SE marks Apple's return to 4-inch displays, which some users still insist is the best size for a smartphone. The SE is also the cheapest iPhone ever, with a base price of $399/€489/£359 for the 16GB version, and $100/€100/£80 more for 64GB of storage. The iPad Pro 9.7, which replaces the iPad Air 2, starts at $599/€689/£499...
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Android 6.0 based MIUI China stable ROM available for Mi 3/Mi 4
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi has released Android 6.0 Marshmallow MIUI ROM for the Mi 3 and Mi 4 smartphones. V7.2.8.0.MXDCNDB is currently only available for the Chinese region, which means you can install it on any Mi 3 and Mi 4 but being the Chinese ROM you won't get any of the Google apps pre-installed. For that you will have to wait for the global ROM to release. The ROM is stable so should be fit for daily use. However, as mentioned before, unless you can live without the Google apps or know your way around installing them separately, it's better to wait for the global ROM to...
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Sprint LG G5 pre-orders go live March 24 with launch aimed at April 1
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Sprint has announced it is offering the LG G5 for pre-order on March 24. The US carrier is also offering three different options to purchase the new modular smartphone. You can buy the phone for $0 down (for well-qualified buyers) plus tax and 24 monthly payments of $24. You can also purchase the device on a new 2-year contract for $150 after $50 American Express gift-card mail-in rebate. And, of course, you can purchase the LG G5 for its full retail price of $576. If you trade in a phone upon purchasing the device, you can get a free accessory bundle worth $80 which includes: one...
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Google Now makes weather card available as a shortcut on your home screen
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google has made a couple of tweaks lately, including the improvement of Google Now's speech reply sounding more natural and the improvement of Google Now on Tap. Google would like you to use its app more and more to incorporate it into your daily life with contextual information such as traffic conditions, public transit notifications, and something that Google Now has already been doing which is notifying you of a drastic change in the weather forecast for the next day. Today, Google started rolling out another feature which can be activated by simply making a Google search for...
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BMW integrates Android apps into 2016 7 Series iDrive
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] BMW has announced at the New York International Auto Show a new app integration for Android versions of Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Pandora into the 7 2016 7 Series' iDrive. The company has only announced integration with the one line of cars and for only those three apps, but this should open doors for more models to gain such integration. The integration has to start somewhere, and even though it's only with these three apps, they are among the most popular music apps and they allow drivers to operate such apps with minimal distractions. BMW was the first car makers to seamlessly...
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Report says Apple will make Apple Pay available for mobile sites before the holiday season
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple has reportedly been telling potential partners that it will allow users to pay on mobile websites just as easy as scanning their fingerprint. The feature would only work on Apple's Safari mobile browser as it is integrated into the OS. There was also some talk of possibly bringing Apple Pay to desktop websites. Perhaps actually building a TouchID sensor into a Mac would make the feature work perfectly. However, we don't know when/if that will (ever) actually happen. If Apple does decide to launch such a feature, it'd likely be launched during Apple's annual World Wide...
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LG outs TV ad for the G5, confirms April 1 release date
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] LG has uploaded the first TV ad for the G5 to its official YouTube channel. The ad is clearly meant to be just the first of many, which is obvious both from its content but also from its 15-second run time. It's more of a teaser of what's to come from the Korean company's TV ad campaign in the near future, if you will. The commercial does however helpfully confirm the phone's April 1 release date for the US once more. So you'll be able to walk into a store and leave with an LG G5 starting next Friday, it turns out. The slogan for the G5 is an extension of the one that's been used...
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Meizu m3 note will be unveiled on April 6
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Huawei P9 line isn't the only big smartphone launch from a Chinese company happening on April 6. For whatever reason, Meizu has picked the exact same date to unveil the upcoming m3 note, the successor to the m2 note from last year. Perhaps Meizu wants to steal some of Huawei's thunder or something. Spec and pricing details for the m3 note have just been leaked mere hours ago. The phone is apparently going to come with a 5.5-inch 1080p touchscreen, 2GB of RAM, and the MediaTek Helio P10 chipset powering it. That one has a 2 GHz octa-core Cortex-A53 CPU and the Mali-T860MP2 GPU. The...
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LG 360 VR headset is now priced in the US too
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] So far two of LG's Friends for the G5 have been priced in the US - the Cam Plus module will go for $70 and the 360 Cam will cost $200. And now a third member of the Korean company's accessory family has its pricing info revealed as well. We're talking about the 360 VR headset, which we already knew would cost ?199 in the UK. Across the big pond, however, that will be $199.99. Oh, and you can pre-order one if you want to, the retailer you need to head to is B&H, which also has the 360 Cam up for grabs. Unfortunately it doesn't list a shipping date for the VR headset, so it's unclear...
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BlackBerry Priv's UK price drops to ?529.99
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] BlackBerry is all about the price cuts these days, it seems. Following the Passport's price drop in the US earlier, now we find out that the Priv has become cheaper to purchase over in the UK. That's great news, because its original SIM-free price, ?559, was a bit much. On the other hand, don't expect miracles just yet - the drop isn't a big one. That said, you can now buy a BlackBerry Priv in the UK for only ?529.99, still in SIM-free and unlocked form. It's now being listed at that price both at Clove and Amazon. The Priv runs Android 5.1.1 Lollipop, and it comes with a...
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Latest HTC 10 teaser is all about audio capabilities
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After finally announcing when it will make the HTC 10 official yesterday, today HTC is continuing its teaser campaign for the upcoming device on Twitter. The latest teaser image, which you can see below in all its glory, is all about the audio capabilities of the HTC 10. Many have been worried about that area of the phone not being able to match its predecessors, since the front-facing stereo BoomSound speakers have seemingly been removed (as portrayed in the numerous leaked renders of the handset). HTC wants everybody to calm down, however. Apparently the "new boom" brought with it...
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Google Search US English voice updated to sound less robotic
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google is updating the voice behind the Search for US English. The new voice is noticeably better, as it is smoother and there is less gaps between words. The change appears to be in the server-side part of the Google Text-to-Speech engine, since there aren't any updates for the Google TTS and Google app in the Play Store. Check out the video below to hear the difference in the new voice versus the old one. Source | Via
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Meizu lineup for 2016 leaked, Pro 6 to come with Exynos 8890 chip and QHD display
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Meizu Pro 6 has been a regular in our news section, regardless of the fact that it's still nowhere near official status. A whole bunch of other Meizu smartphones are to be expected this year though, detailed in a leaked document - complete with specs and pricing. Bottom to top, the lineup starts with the Meizu m3, featuring a 5-inch 720p LCD screen, 2,800mAh battery, and unknown chipset. Prices are listed at CNY 599 ($92) for the 16GB version and CNY 200 on top for twice the storage. Meizu m1 metal The Meizu m3 note ups display diagonal to 5.5 inches, resolution to FullHD,...
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LG 360 Cam on pre-order in the US at $200
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The LG 360 Cam, the compact photo sphere imager, will cost ?200 in the UK, which according to the Transatlantic exchange rate means the US price will be $200. Sure enough, B&H is taking pre-orders at just that price. No shipping date is listed, but the LG G5 ships out on April 1. You still have a chance to score a free LG 360 Cam if you buy an LG G5 from T-Mobile by April 5. Source | Via
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Xiaomi Mi 5 Pro sales starting on April 6
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Unveiled at this year's Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona, the Xiaomi Mi 5 went on sale in China earlier this month. However, of the three of its variants, only two (3GB/32GB and 3GB/64GB) were made available for purchase. For those waiting for the launch of the Pro variant (4GB RAM and 128GB internal memory), here's some good news: the device will go on sale in China on April 6. In case you don't already know, the Huawei P9 and Meizu m3 note are already scheduled to be unveiled on the same day. As for the Mi 5's international availability, Xiaomi's VP Hugo Barra has already...
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OnePlus 3 with SD820 SoC and 16MP camera spotted on AnTuTu
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The successor to OnePlus' last year's OP2 smartphone has been spotted on AnTuTu, revealing some of its key specs. The listing reveals that the OnePlus 3 is powered by a Snapdragon 820 chipset and sports a 1080 x 1920 pixel resolution display (screen size is said to be 5.5-inch). It has 4GB RAM and 32GB internal memory. In terms of camera, the handset features a 16MP rear unit and an 8MP front shooter. In addition, the listing also reveals a model number of A3000, and Android OS version 6.0.1. As for the phone's unveiling, we're yet to hear an official word on it. However, OnePlus is...
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LG G5 'Lite' with Snapdragon 652 spotted at TENAA
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] You can add China to the countries that will get the LG H848, aka LG G5 Lite. That's an unofficial name, the phone is called just "LG G5," but the reduction in specs is enough to earn in that moniker. The major change is in processing power - gone is the flagship Snapdragon 820, replaced by an upper mid-range Snapdragon 652. It's actually a solid chipset with four Cortex-A72 and four A53 cores, but the Adreno 510 has big shoes to fill by having to drive the 5.3" QHD screen (the Adreno 530 is one of the most powerful mobile GPUs right now). The RAM has been cut back to 3GB (down from 4G...
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New info on the the Samsung Galaxy S7 active - code name Poseidon suggested
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you have been keeping a close eye on the news section lately then you might remember the mysterious SM-G891A, that was spotted in a package heading towards AT&T a couple of days ago. The scoop was originally picked up by Evan Blass (@evleaks), along with a quite justifiable assumption that the device currently undergoing testing at the carrier is actually an upcoming Galaxy S7 active. Today, the plot thickens even further, as the reputable leakster has apparently sank his teeth even further into the issue, uncovering that the SM-G891A is actually codenamed Samsung Poseidon. This is...
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Samsung Galaxy S7: Exynos 8890 vs. Snapdragon 820 speed test
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung sources components for the Galaxy S7 phones from several places - Samsung hardware (Exynos chipset and ISOCELL camera) and outside (Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and Sony IMX camera). We already saw that the cameras do have some differences, but no clear winner in quality. What about the chipsets? From our tests we've seen that the Snapdragon 820 has an advantage in single-core CPU tests and GPU benchmarks, while the Exynos 8890 leads in multi-core tests. The test consists of two "laps" the first time around is a cold test that looks how quickly apps are loaded from storage....
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Apple Music for Android gets a widget
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple updated the Apple Music app on Android, and changed a handful of things, including a new widget. Now, you can have a widget for the app on your homescreen. It's nothing fancy; a 3x1 widget that shows the track info, playback controls, album art, and a like button. The widget is not resizable and I'm not sure if it's just 3x1 on my device or in general but that means it doesn't go from edge to edge and there is a 1x1 space left on the side, which is annoying. Other than that, you can now also redeem iTunes Gift Cards in the settings to continue your membership. The Radio...
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Reminder: Side Sync for the Galaxy S7 is pretty awesome
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Side Sync is nothing new. It's been around since the Galaxy S4 and it works all the way back to the Galaxy S III as long as you're on KitKat 4.4 and above and it's a pretty underrated feature of the Galaxy lineup. You can install Side Sync on a PC or Mac and it allows you to control everything about your smartphone, drag and drop files, open apps, take phone calls, share your clipboard, and click around on a virtual version on your phone, all without root! To get started: Install Side Sync on your Galaxy device from the ‘Galaxy Apps' store or Google Play Store Install Side...
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Shazam for iOS updated with even better Apple Music integration
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Shazam has been updated just following the release of iOS 9.3. Before the app's update, Shazam was able to let you tag a song, then take you to the song's page in Apple Music. Now with Shazam 9.4.1, users can tag a song and add it to a playlist directly from the app. All tagged songs will also be added to an Apple Music playlist called "My Shazam Tracks". Users will also be able to listen to the entire track they just tagged without leaving the Shazam app. The song is streamed from Apple Music in the background. These updates are made possible by Apple Music's new iOS 9.3 update...
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Galaxy S6 edge+ gets Android Marshmallow in India and France
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has a lot on its plate right now with the launch of its smash-hit, the Galaxy S7. Even so, the company has been gradually releasing Android 6.0 Marshmallow updates for many variants of its flagship phones. Recently, users in India and France have been tweeting with joy upon receiving the major update totaling to about 1.3GB in size. The update brings enhanced performance, improved fingerprint security (requiring users to enter an alternative method of security like pattern or PIN), Quick Connect improvements, Improvements to the batter saver, and overall UI changes here and...
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Verizon's LG V10 is now receiving Android 6.0 Marshmallow update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] During the course of this day, Sprint has sent out updates to Android 6.0 Marshmallow to multiple Android devices it's sold, and now it looks like Verizon wants in on that action too. The carrier nicknamed Big Red is currently seeding the Marshmallow update to the LG V10 units that people have purchased from its stores. The V10, as you may know, is LG's previous high-end smartphone, now outshined by the G5 (which is already up for pre-order at Verizon, incidentally). After you update your V10, you'll be running software version VS99022a. This obviously comes packing all the goodies...
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Google is apparently developing a competitor for Amazon's Echo
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to a new report, Google has noticed how unexpectedly successful Amazon's Echo speaker has been ever since its launch in 2014. What's more, the search giant apparently wants in on the nascent market of speakers with built-in virtual assistants. Hence, it's said to be developing one such product of its own. Unfortunately other details haven't been uncovered about this device yet. It is clear, however, that Google wants to compete with the Echo (pictured below). So it's safe to assume that its gadget will also have built-in listening and talking abilities, though obviously using...
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Sprint sends out Marshmallow to Galaxy Note5 and S6 edge+ too
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It turns out that the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 isn't the only smartphone sold by Sprint to be receiving its dose of Marshmallow today. In fact, the carrier has also started over-the-air rollouts for Android 6.0 for the newer Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+. Since these are staggered rollouts, not every Note5 and S6 edge+ sold by Sprint will get that coveted update notification today. The carrier says that the rollout will be complete by April 8. For the Galaxy Note5, the new build, the one which is based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, is N920PVPU2BPC3. On the other hand, the Galaxy S6...
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Hulu app for the Samsung Gear VR finally becomes available
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It was in October of last year when Hulu promised to release an app for Samsung's Gear VR headset. The app was supposedly coming that November, but it didn't. In fact, it's only become available today, believe it or not. Still - better late than never, right? The Hulu app is now up for grabs in the Gear VR store. It lets you "watch the entire Hulu 2D library in immersive 360-degree environments", but also has 360-degree video content thankfully. At the moment you'll be looking at 25 "pieces of exclusive and premium content" in glorious 360-degree view. Among the companies that have...
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Verizon starts pre-orders for LG G5 and Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE, launches LG K4
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Verizon and LG are having quite a big day today, it turns out. No less than three new LG devices are now listed on the carrier's website, two of which are up for pre-order while the third is actually available already. Let's start with the G5, LG's newest flagship smartphone. It can be yours for either $624 upfront, or $0 down followed by 24 monthly payments of $26. It will be released on April 1. If you pre-order one, you get a free LG 360 Cam, as well as a free second battery for the G5 and a battery charging cradle. The LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE was launched last year then...
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Gear S2 gets iOS support with latest update, band adapter in the works?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back at CES Samsung announced that iOS support for its Gear S2 smartwatch is in the making and it was supposedly coming by mid-January. That obviously didn't happen, and most recently the deadline was stretched to the end of March. This one is to be met, it seems. Verizon has announced an update for the Samsung Gear S2 smartwatch, and software version R730VVRU1BPC1 brings compatibility with iOS 8.4 and higher, as well as Marshmallow, on top of the usual bug fixes. Meanwhile, Samsung might be working on an adapter to make the Gear S2 compatible with standard watchbands. So far only...
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Sprint releases Marshmallow update for the Galaxy Note 4
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Galaxy Note 4 owners on the Sprint network can now download the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update. The software version is N910PVPU4DPC1 and the update weighs in at 1.4GB. The update comes three months after the update was initially released for the international version of the phone. In terms of features, the update brings along some interesting ones. Chief among them is the Screen off memo function that allows you to start taking notes using the S Pen as soon as it's taken out from its slot. In addition, the update also includes a new Air Command menu that debuted on...
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Pebble is laying off 40 employees and refocusing its efforts towards heath and fitness
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] It appears Pebble hasn't been doing all that great lately, as evident by the company's latest batch of lay-offs. CEO Eric Migicovsky announced that he is letting go a total of 40 employees, which might not sound like much, but actually constitutes 25% of the Pebble workforce. The fact is that despite its popularity, Pebble is still little more than a start-up company and still relatively small. Eric Migicovsky admits that this development is very much necessitated by financial hurdles, which is surprising, considering the popularity of Pebble products. Sadly, there is a lot more to...
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HTC 10 benchmarked, tops competition
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The HTC 10 is the last of the major Android handsets for the first half of 2016 that's yet to be announced. The Android godparent took the One A9 design and upgraded the mid-rangy chipset with the new Snapdragon 820 and the results - seen here in an AnTuTu test - are stellar. HTC 10 running AnTuTu 6, sweeping the competition The phone is likely close to but not quite final and yet it already outscored the Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 edge. It's not clear in this chart if it's the Exynos 8890 or Snapdragon 820 S7, but we've tested both and neither of them can crack 150K...
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Get a free Moto E with Moto X Pure Edition purchase
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Motorola is holding a pretty sweet promotion and gives you away a free Moto E with every Moto X Pure Edition purchase. The promotion is only valid in the US for today and ends at 10.59 AM Central Time. Moto E currently retails for around €110 and has so far managed to stay pretty up-to-date with the recent Android releases. The vanilla Moto X Pure Edition costs $399.99 without any modifications from the Moto Maker. Yes, it sounds like a solid deal to us, too. Source
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Meizu PRO 6 leaks in more photos flaunting gold and white color variat
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Photos of a gold variant of the yet unreleased Meizu PRO 6 have hit the web. As you can see below, the phone will use the design of the PRO 5 as a foundation, but will have subtle differences. The PRO 6 is rumored to have laser autofocus located insite the LED flash ring at the back. Additional purported features will be mTouch fingerprint scanner, 2.5D curved display and a USB Type C port. Incredibly, the phone is rumored to sport 6GB of RAM, too. Other yet-to-be-confirmed specs of the device include 1080p display, Exynos 8890 SoC, Hi-Fi 3.0, Flyme 6.0 OS, and fast charging. If...
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A sneak peek at Microsoft's upcoming Skype Universal app
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Now that Microsoft is vigorously pushing Windows 10 and the new Universal Windows Platform for apps, it is only natural that the first development efforts come from the US giant itself. In light of this, there seems to be a new Skype UWP app on the way. It is still in beta, but the folks at mspoweruser.com got their hands on an early copy on both Windows 10 PC and Mobile for a first look and some screenshots. As a quick reminder, in theory, the code running on both the PC and the mobile environments should be identical with a self-adapting interface. This is the essence of the new...
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Alleged HTC 10 listing and live images leave little to the imagination
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Now that both the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the LG G5 are off the starting line and already exciting Android fans, the rumor mill has refocused its attention to HTC. The Taiwanese giant is still quite tardy to the flagship race, but that could very well be a god thing, as it leaves plenty of time for the HTC 10, formerly known as the HTC One M10, to gather hype before its alleged April 12, or perhaps April 15 release. Today, a new development, offers us a very up-close and personal look an the handset's design and particularly that of its metal chassis. A rather interesting listing has...
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Microsoft teases a pair of surprises planned for Live Tiles in Windows 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Microsoft's Build 2016 developer conference is now less than a week away and, as usual, the March 30 San Francisco event promises intriguing insights into the Microsoft realm that are just as important for and-users as they are for the developer community. A quick look at this year's schedule reveals that the US giant has some interesting new developments withing its signature Live Tiles interface to show off and discuss. And although, Microsoft intends to keep the announcements a surprise up until the April 1 event in question, everything seems to hints in one direction - Interactive Live...
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Samsung Galaxy S5 Marshmallow OTA spotted outside South Korea
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you currently own a Galaxy S5 and are waiting on some Marshmallow goodness, then you're in luck. The 2014 flagship is about as old a hardware as Samsung is willing to update to Android 6.0, but it still very much on the list, making the appearance of an OTA on your handset a matter of time. In fact, that time might be closer than you think, as evident by the latest Galaxy S5 update roll-out that is now under way in Trinidad and Tobago. It is intended for the SM-G900M version, making it the second device variant to get Marshmallow, after the local South Korean SM-G900L. If you...
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Microsoft's giant Surface Hub finally begins shipping
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In line with the previously shared Q1 2016 release time frame, Microsoft has announced that it has started shipping its Surface Hub touchscreen PC. The Windows 10-powered device was first showcased back in January last year, but has since been the subject of multiple delays. We are "proud to announce that Surface Hub has begun shipping to business customers," the Redmond, Washington-based company said in a blog post. For those who aren't already aware, the Surface Hub - which comes in 55-inch and 84-inch variants - is primarily aimed at businesses. Designed for conference rooms and...
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Marshmallow update hitting Honor 7 units in EU
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Huawei has started rolling out the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update to Honor 7 units in the EU. An announcement in this regard was made by the Chinese company on Twitter. Finally folks. The Marshmallow update for Honor 7 is out from today forward via OTA. #honor #forthebrave pic.twitter.com/H33b0FNxL2— HonorEU (@HonorEU) March 25, 2016 If you recall, the update - which is currently rolling out over-the-air (OTA) - was originally supposed to be outed by the end of February. So, it has arrived a bit late, but arrived nonetheless. Given the fact that the roll-out has just begun, it...
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iPad Pro 12.9 charges 64% faster with USB Type-C adapter
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple's most recent event offered a couple of new accessories, particularly, the USB Type-C to Lightning adapter ($25) which can be used to charge an apple device using the Macbook's only connection port, a single USB Type-C port. Along with this new cable, Apple has also begun selling its own branded USB Type-C power brick with a healthy 29W of capable throughput. Here is where the good news comes in. The new cable combo works superbly well with the iPad Pro 12.9 inch. It charges the battery much faster than the included 12W charger. 9to5Mac has reviewed this charger with the iPad Pro and...
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LG G5 review: Evening the odds
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Someone at LG must have thought: "Leather is so last-year, let's do something nobody has done - or long quit trying." And here we have the LG G5. It has the looks of a brand new flagship, the heart of a dragon and an adventurous dual camera setup suited for every occasion. But there's more than meets the eye, the Magic Slot. The LG G5 is a modular smartphone, which lets you plug a handful of external add-ons: a semi-pro camera grip with shutter buttons and a bigger battery, or an external sound amplifier by B&O.
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Oppo sells more than 180,000 R9 and R9 Plus units during their first day of availability
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo has released both the R9 and the R9 Plus in China, and sales during their first day of availability have reportedly gone very well for the company. It turns out that Oppo was able to sell more than 180,000 R9 and R9 Plus smartphones in just one day, making their debut on the Chinese market quite a success. This number has been achieved by having both online and offline sales channels, but Oppo's big marketing campaign surrounding the two devices has clearly helped too. It has used big Chinese celebrities to promote the R9 duo, making a big fuss about the handsets for...
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Android Experiments Challenge: Win a trip to attend Google I/O
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google is holding its annual conference this upcoming May and registration has already closed for this year's event. If you are a fan of Google and love developing applications, you are in luck. Google is holding a contest for developers to come up with really cool and interesting ways to incorporate any of Android's new or unique features into an application or project involving your app. Google gives some vague guidelines of what it would like to see: "It's a project that utilizes the unique capabilities of the Android platform in an innovative way. Here are a few...
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New Verizon Galaxy S7/S7 edge update improves Wi-Fi connectivity
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Verizon has started rolling out a new update to Samsung's newest flagship smartphones - the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. The carrier says it improves Wi-Fi connectivity on Marshmallow OS and fixes several related issues. The issues that have been fixed include those encountered while connecting to the Internet and loading files or web pages. In addition, the problem of frequent data disconnections has also been addressed in this update. The update arrives as software version MMB29M.G930VVRU2APB5 for the Galaxy S7 and MMB29M.G935VVRU2APB5 for the S7 edge. It should hit your device soon in...
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Rumor says HTC 10 will go on sale starting April 15
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While we already knew that the HTC 10 will be unveiled on April 12, thanks to a new leak, we now also have some idea on when the phone will go on sale. The rumor says the device will be released on April 15 in HTC's home country of Taiwan. There's currently no official confirmation on if and when the handset will land in the United States, although the usually reliable tipster @evleaks had said last month that the US launch is set for the second week of May. The phone - which has already been the subject of several leaks, rumors, and teasers - is said to be powered by an SD820 SoC,...
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Casio's Android Wear Smart Outdoor Watch now available for $500
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Unveiled in January at this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the WSD-F10 Smart Outdoor Watch from Casio is now available for purchase in the US. You can purchase the $500 device from the Google Store, Amazon, REI, as well from Casio's own online store. Specifically aimed at those involved in outdoor activities, the device is water resistant up to 50 meters and also offers military-grade endurance. It packs in a range of sensors and comes with several fitness and outdoor activity apps. The Smart Outdoor Watch is claimed to offer a battery life of over a day on normal use. It...
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Verizon LG G3 and G4 getting March security update
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Verizon has started rolling out the latest Android security update to the LG G3 and G4 smartphones on its network. Aside from bumping the Android security patch level to March 1, the update also "provides faster display response from a sleep state." As the update - which arrives as software version VS98625A for the G4 and VS98547A for the G3 - is currently rolling out, it may take some time before it hits your device. However, if you're feeling impatient, you can manually check for the update by heading to your handset's Settings menu. In case you missed, Verizon has already rolled...
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Mophie has new battery cases for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, now with wireless charging
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Mophie, the leading seller of battery cases in North America has shown some love to the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. The new juice packs actually offer quite a bit of improvement over the old models, like the ones meant for the Galaxy S6. The cases still offer edge protection all around, but are now a lot more convenient thanks to wireless charging technology. The company has added support for Qi, as well as other popular technologies and promises maximum versatility. Placing the phone on a charger can top off both batteries. Of course, there is still a pass-through micro USB...
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Production cost of AMOLED screens is now lower than LCD's
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to an analysis done by IHS Technology, AMOLED screen production cost is now lower than that of LCD screens. Production costs in the first quarter of the year for a 5" 1080p display amount to $14.30 for an AMOLED panel compared to $14.60 for an LCD one. However, it's yet to see if this trend will keep on. In Q4 2015, an AMOLED panel cost $17.10 to make, while an LCD one was cheaper at $15.70. IHS notes that the numbers apply for the production cost of a LTPS LCD (Low Temperature Poly-Silicon Liquid Crystal Display), which is the most efficient type of TFT LCD. Provided...
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vivo V3 Max spotted on TENAA with octa-core CPU, 3GB RAM
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] A couple of days after vivo teased the V3 and V3 Max the latter has been spotted on the website of Chinese regulatory TENAA. The listing reveals a 1.5GHz octa-core CPU and 5.5-inch TFT Full HD display. Other key specs that have been revealed include 3GB RAM, 32GB expandable internal memory, and Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS. The image reveals a rear fingerprint scanner as well. Available in golden color option, the device measures 153.90 ? 77.10 ? 7.58mm and weighs in at 168g. There's currently no official word on the vivo Max's availability or pricing. Source | Via | vivo India...
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Oculus Rift shipments begin
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Three months after it went up for pre-order, the Oculus Rift has started shipping, with deliveries beginning March 28. This was announced by Oculus CEO Brendan Iribe in a tweet. The first Oculus Rift has shipped, deliveries begin Monday 3.28.2016. pic.twitter.com/C0MMKmezun— Brendan Iribe (@brendaniribe) March 24, 2016 As you might already know, the Facebook-owned company has priced the Oculus Rift at $599. Paying that much gets you the VR headset itself (complete with built-in headphones and microphone), as well as the sensor, an Xbox One controller, and the Oculus...
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iOS 9.3 roll-out is temporarily on hold for some older models
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Software development is an almost endless process of introducing bugs and consecutively trying to remove them, hopefully without causing any more. There is no such thing as perfect software, nor perfect users, for that matter and Apple, just like any other large-scale software vendor makes no exception to the rule. In a new development around the recently released public iOS 9.3 update, Cupertino found itself battling issues, which has necessitated a temporary halt in the roll-out for certain older devices. The problem seems to be in the update procedure, mixed in with some...
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Weekly poll: Apple iPhone SE, Hot or Not?
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Apple iPhone SE sparked a debate in our office - some sighed "finally! a compact flagship" others shook their heads, saying "5+ inches or bust."Apple's tagline for the 4" phone is "A big step for small," contrast that with the "Bigger than bigger" subheading of the 5.5" iPhone 6(s) Plus. It is more or less an iPhone 6s guts inside an iPhone 5s body (well, except for the Touch ID, 3D Touch and selfie camera).The upgrades over the 5s - which many still consider a good enough phone - include a 12MP camera with 4K video, the new, faster A9 chipset with double the RAM and Apple...
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Week 12 in review: iPhone SE, iPad Pro, HTC 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Another week flew by and we once again and it had no shortage of exciting mobile news to offer. Apple held its scheduled event and, as expected, outed a pair of new devices, both highly intriguing. The iPhone SE is a reboot of the 4-inch form factor, which isn't enjoying universal appeal in 2016, but other than that, the pocked-friendly phone seems to have checked all many boxes, offering an up to date platform and camera. It will fill in for the now discontinued iPhone 5s.As for the new iPad Pro, the exact title match with its 12.9-inch sibling seems to be the least of its problems....
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Xiaomi Mi 5 video review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi Mi 5 is the company's latest flagship and we already did a full-blown review of the device. Now it's time to sit back, relax and watch our Xiaomi Mi 5 video review.The Xiaomi Mi 5 is built around a 5.15" IPS LCD display of 1080p resolution and our 64GB review unit packs a Snapdragon 820 chipset with 3GB RAM. However, the 128GB model has 4GB of RAM.The phone sports a beautiful design and at the back has a 16MP f/2.0 main camera with phase detect autofocus, OIS and dual-tone LED flash.As we said in our written review, the Xiaomi Mi 5 is one of the most beautiful,...
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Top 10 trending phones of the week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] This week was dramatic for our Top 10 Trending phones chart as the iPhone SE led Apple phones on a charge against the Galaxys, which usually dominate.The Apple iPhone SE shot up into the stratosphere with double the weekly interest of the Galaxy S7 and close to three times the eyeballs that the Galaxy S7 edge pulled in.But things actually started last week with the iPhone 5s. It broke into the Top 10 again last week at #9, we guess people were comparing it against the rumored spec of the SE. Now that the iPhone SE is official, the comparisons intensified leading the 5s up to the...
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Instagram for web gets Explore and Notifications
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Instagram has pushed a small update for its website, that gets two important additions.The site now features buttons for Explore and Notifications. The Explore section shows people you might know and would want to follow. The Notifications section, as you might imagine, shows all your notifications. These features were only accessible on the app before. Unfortunately, you still can't see your friends' activity on the site and that's still limited to the app.The app also gets some minor server side changes. The like, comment, share buttons are slightly redesigned, and the...
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Google Cast is the next evolution of Chromecast, now with an accent on third-party support
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google's own video and audio casting platform seems to have undergone a significant image change. If you are currently using a Chromecast device, you might have noticed that after its last update, the Chromecast app is now called Google Cast. Not much has changed within the update in terms of functionality, but the re-branding is definitely more than mere cosmetic work.Like the new name suggests, Google is now branching out and trying to convey the message that its casting solution is no longer a proprietary thing. Besides its own dongles, the platform is now supported by a...
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Possible Yu Yureka Plus successor spotted in import listing
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Indian company YU seems to be working on a new device and, form the looks of things, it appears to be a successor to the Yureka Plus. The mysterious device was spotted on Zauba, entering India from China.The officially provided model number for the unit is YU5200 and, as usual, the listing comes with some basics specs as well. The handset is listed as having a 5.2-inch screen, as well as 4G connectivity and Dual SIM support. The only other piece of information on Zauba is the announced price of INR 9,036, which is not necessarily indicative of its market price in any way, but is...
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A sneak peek at Microsoft's upcoming Skype Universal app
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Now that Microsoft is vigorously pushing Windows 10 and the new Universal Windows Platform for apps, it is only natural that the first development efforts come from the US giant itself. In light of this, there seems to be a new Skype UWP app on the way. It is still in beta, but the folks at mspoweruser.com got their hands on an early copy on both Windows 10 PC and Mobile for a first look and some screenshots.As a quick reminder, in theory, the code running on both the PC and the mobile environments should be identical with a self-adapting interface. This is the essence of the new...
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Alleged HTC 10 listing and live images leave little to the imagination
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Now that both the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the LG G5 are off the starting line and already exciting Android fans, the rumor mill has refocused its attention to HTC. The Taiwanese giant is still quite tardy to the flagship race, but that could very well be a god thing, as it leaves plenty of time for the HTC 10, formerly known as the HTC One M10, to gather hype before its alleged April 12, or perhaps April 15 release.Today, a new development, offers us a very up-close and personal look an the handset's design and particularly that of its metal chassis. A rather interesting listing has...
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Microsoft teases a pair of surprises planned for Live Tiles in Windows 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Microsoft's Build 2016 developer conference is now less than a week away and, as usual, the March 30 San Francisco event promises intriguing insights into the Microsoft realm that are just as important for and-users as they are for the developer community. A quick look at this year's schedule reveals that the US giant has some interesting new developments withing its signature Live Tiles interface to show off and discuss. And although, Microsoft intends to keep the announcements a surprise up until the April 1 event in question, everything seems to hints in one direction - Interactive Live...
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Samsung Galaxy S5 Marshmallow OTA spotted outside South Korea
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you currently own a Galaxy S5 and are waiting on some Marshmallow goodness, then you're in luck. The 2014 flagship is about as old a hardware as Samsung is willing to update to Android 6.0, but it still very much on the list, making the appearance of an OTA on your handset a matter of time.In fact, that time might be closer than you think, as evident by the latest Galaxy S5 update roll-out that is now under way in Trinidad and Tobago. It is intended for the SM-G900M version, making it the second device variant to get Marshmallow, after the local South Korean SM-G900L. If you...
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Microsoft's giant Surface Hub finally begins shipping
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] In line with the previously shared Q1 2016 release time frame, Microsoft has announced that it has started shipping its Surface Hub touchscreen PC. The Windows 10-powered device was first showcased back in January last year, but has since been the subject of multiple delays.We are "proud to announce that Surface Hub has begun shipping to business customers," the Redmond, Washington-based company said in a blog post.For those who aren't already aware, the Surface Hub - which comes in 55-inch and 84-inch variants - is primarily aimed at businesses. Designed for conference rooms and...
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Marshmallow update hitting Honor 7 units in EU
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Huawei has started rolling out the Android 6.0 Marshmallow update to Honor 7 units in the EU. An announcement in this regard was made by the Chinese company on Twitter.Finally folks. The Marshmallow update for Honor 7 is out from today forward via OTA. #honor #forthebrave pic.twitter.com/H33b0FNxL2— HonorEU (@HonorEU) March 25, 2016If you recall, the update - which is currently rolling out over-the-air (OTA) - was originally supposed to be outed by the end of February. So, it has arrived a bit late, but arrived nonetheless.Given the fact that the roll-out has just begun, it...
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iPad Pro 12.9 charges 64% faster with USB Type-C adapter
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple's most recent event offered a couple of new accessories, particularly, the USB Type-C to Lightning adapter ($25) which can be used to charge an apple device using the Macbook's only connection port, a single USB Type-C port. Along with this new cable, Apple has also begun selling its own branded USB Type-C power brick with a healthy 29W of capable throughput. Here is where the good news comes in.The new cable combo works superbly well with the iPad Pro 12.9 inch. It charges the battery much faster than the included 12W charger. 9to5Mac has reviewed this charger with the iPad Pro and...
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LG G5 review: Evening the odds
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Someone at LG must have thought: "Leather is so last-year,let's do something nobody has done - or long quit trying." And here we have the LG G5. It has the looks of a brand new flagship, the heart of a dragon and an adventurous dual camera setup suited for every occasion. But there's more than meets the eye, the Magic Slot. The LG G5 is a modular smartphone, which lets you plug a handful of external add-ons: a semi-pro camera grip with shutter buttons and a bigger battery, or an external sound amplifier by B&O.
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Oppo sells more than 180,000 R9 and R9 Plus units during their first day of availability
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Oppo has released both the R9 and the R9 Plus in China, and sales during their first day of availability have reportedly gone very well for the company.It turns out that Oppo was able to sell more than 180,000 R9 and R9 Plus smartphones in just one day, making their debut on the Chinese market quite a success.This number has been achieved by having both online and offline sales channels, but Oppo's big marketing campaign surrounding the two devices has clearly helped too. It has used big Chinese celebrities to promote the R9 duo, making a big fuss about the handsets for...
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Android Experiments Challenge: Win a trip to attend Google I/O
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Google is holding its annual conference this upcoming May and registration has already closed for this year's event. If you are a fan of Google and love developing applications, you are in luck.Google is holding a contest for developers to come up with really cool and interesting ways to incorporate any of Android's new or unique features into an application or project involving your app. Google gives some vague guidelines of what it would like to see:"It's a project that utilizes the unique capabilities of the Android platform in an innovative way. Here are a few...
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New Verizon Galaxy S7/S7 edge update improves Wi-Fi connectivity
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Verizon has started rolling out a new update to Samsung's newest flagship smartphones - the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. The carrier says it improves Wi-Fi connectivity on Marshmallow OS and fixes several related issues.The issues that have been fixed include those encountered while connecting to the Internet and loading files or web pages. In addition, the problem of frequent data disconnections has also been addressed in this update.The update arrives as software version MMB29M.G930VVRU2APB5 for the Galaxy S7 and MMB29M.G935VVRU2APB5 for the S7 edge. It should hit your device soon in...
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Rumor says HTC 10 will go on sale starting April 15
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While we already knew that the HTC 10 will be unveiled on April 12, thanks to a new leak, we now also have some idea on when the phone will go on sale. The rumor says the device will be released on April 15 in HTC's home country of Taiwan.There's currently no official confirmation on if and when the handset will land in the United States, although the usually reliable tipster @evleaks had said last month that the US launch is set for the second week of May.The phone - which has already been the subject of several leaks, rumors, and teasers - is said to be powered by an SD820 SoC,...
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Oppo R9 and R9 Plus launching outside China next week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] If you're waiting for Oppo to launch its R9 and R9 Plus smartphones outside China, here is some good news: the company has sent out media invites for a phone launch event in India scheduled for April 5.While the invite itself doesn't explicitly say which phone(s) will be unveiled, the text 'Selfie Expert' is more than enough to conclude that the R9 and R9 Plus will be the star of the event given that they feature 16MP front shooters and have been marketed by the company as camera-centric phones right from the beginning.Both phones were made official in Oppo's home country of China...
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First Oculus Rift delivered by Oculus CEO himself
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Oculus has come a long way since the early Kickstarter days, but this Saturday it reached an important milestone - the first Rift headset was delivered.And this wasn't a regular FedEx delivery either, Palmer Luckey, co-founder and CEO of Oculus himself, handed over the headset to its lucky recipient - Ross Martin, a developer from Alaska.The whole thing was streamed live on Facebook (the home of Oculus) and you can tell Martin was excited. He says he couldn't sleep and even showed up at his office (where he usually receives deliveries) during the weekend to receive the...
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LeTV Le2 with Helio X25 benchmarked - a 5.5" phablet
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The MediaTek Helio X25 was supposed to be exclusive to Meizu, but results spotted in GFXBench show it's used by the LeTV LeEco Le 2 too (it may seem like a meme-y name, but the LeEco brand is actually pretty big in China).The phone is a 5.5" phablet with a 1080p screen, according to the benchmark. It has 3GB of RAM and 32GB storage and runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow.The chipset, in case you are not familiar, has a 10-core ('deca-core') CPU design - a big Cortex-A72 (2x) cluster, medium A53 cluster (4x) and a small A53 cluster (4x) each at different clock speeds (the A72s top out at...
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Samsung to build a $300 million R&D center in Vietnam
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is about to start the construction of a new Research & Development center in Vietnam. The new facility will be in Hanoi and will cost the company $300 million.The Vietnamese government has agreed to give Samsung the land to build its R&D center without having to pay rent for the next 50 years.The company is forced to make the investment in a new facility due to restricted space in the one already in operation in Hanoi. The new center will join the ones in the Bac Ninh and Thai Nguyen provinces.Source | Via
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Samsung C-series in the works, 5.2-inch C5000 leads the way
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has been expanding its lineup all over the Latin alphabet, and the newest addition is apparently going to be a C-series. Evidence of that comes from an import listing on Indian customs database Zauba.The smartphone in question carries a model number SM-C5000 and features a 5.2-inch display, and this is all that's been revealed now. Sources say that a C7000 model is also in development, but display size hasn't been specified.It's tough to pinpoint exactly where the new series will be positioned - after all Samsung's alphabet goes S-A-J-E-Z in descending order of price,...
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Samsung launches Rose Gold and Platinum Gear S2 variants in India
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung has launched its premium Rose Gold and Platinum variants of the Gear S2 in India.The watches are plated in 18K gold for the Rose Gold variant and platinum for the, well, Platinum variant. The Rose Gold model comes with an Ivory White leather strap and the Platinum model with a black leather strap. The straps are 20mm and can be swapped with any other of that size.Samsung also launched another variant, the Gear S2 White, which is the standard silver model paired with a sporty white elastomer strap. This makes the total number of Gear S2 variants available in India to...
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Xiaomi phone with 4.3-inch screen and SD820 SoC spotted online
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Looks like Xiaomi is preparing a competitor to the newly-launched Apple iPhone SE. A mystery handset allegedly sporting a 4.3-inch screen has been spotted in China, and reports say it is Xiaomi's answer to Apple's latest smartphone offering.Кey specs of the device reportedly include Snapdragon 820 chipset, HD display, 13MP rear camera (sans OIS), and 3GB/32GB memory configuration. Carrying an RMB 1,799 (around $275) price tag, the phone is expected to launch in June. It is also expected to feature a fingerprint sensor.Needless to say, nothing is officially confirmed at the...
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Samsung India to announce a new phone on March 31
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung is hyping up a motorcycle-themed event for India in three days. The event is tagged #TapKickVroom and "will change the way you ride."So, what is #TapKickVroom, anyway? You'll have to guess - and don't forget to tweet your guesses to @SamungMobileIN to enter the contest (you have until March 30, 6pm). You can also write on Samsung Mobile India's Facebook page, here are the rules.The prize is a "newly launched smartphone" for three lucky winners.Samsung recently showed off a smart motorcycle shield, but I doubt that. If you read the contest rules carefully you're in for...
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One-third of Galaxy S7 customers join the Galaxy Club upgrade program
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] 33% of Galaxy S7 buyers in South Korea have signed up for the company's Galaxy Club program. That's a good start for the company's upgrade plan, which offers participants to trade-in their old smartphone after 12 months of ownership and get one of the latest available.The Samsung Galaxy Club is also available in Singapore and the UK. The service, which is similar to Apple's Upgrade Program, has you paying a monthly fee and allows you to upgrade when the new flagship comes around 12 months later. There are also additional incentives for joining the program, one of which is a one-time...
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LG unveils Marshmallow-based UX 5.0 user interface
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Over a week after LG announced the global roll-out of its G5 flagship smartphone, the company has unveiled version 5.0 of its mobile user interface. Based on Android Marshmallow, the new LG UX 5.0 will not only be available on the G5, but upcoming LG smartphone models as well.The LG UX 5.0 includes an LG Friends Manager app which the company says is the highlight of the new UI. It lets you easily connect your G5 to its Friends (accessories or modules) - not only it detects the accessories, it downloads and installs all the required apps from the Google Play Store as well."LG...
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Xiaomi Mi 5 India launch confirmed for this week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While it was already confirmed that the Xiaomi Mi 5 will soon be launched in India, now we have the exact date. The Chinese company has started sending official invites for the India launch event, which is scheduled for March 31.In case you don't already know, the flagship smartphone has been on sale in the company's home country of China for nearly a month now - except for the Pro variant, which is scheduled to be launched there on April 6.There's currently no information on the exact price tag the phone will carry in India, but that won't remain a secret for long as the launch...
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Transmission BitTorrent client now available for Windows
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After being available on OS X and Linux for around a decade, popular BitTorrent client Transmission is now also available for Windows. According to developer Mike Gelfand, Transmission for Windows is similar to other clients both in terms of user interface and features.Gelfand revealed the Windows client is still under active development, and addition of more features in the near future is on the cards. "The only difference right now is that it runs on Windows. We'll see how it goes, some features could be added later on which are specific to Windows and aren't needed on other...
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HTC 10 said to have SD652 variant as well
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While HTC's upcoming smartphone - the HTC 10 - has been said to be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 820 SoC until now, a new rumor is suggesting that - just like LG's G5 - the HTC flagship will also have a Snapdragon 652 variant.The rumor says that the SD652-powered model will have 3GB RAM and 16GB memory, while the SD820 variant will come in 3GB/32GB and 4GB/128GB memory configurations. As for the price, the former will carry a tag of RMB 3,799 (around $585), while the latter two will set you back RMB 4,999 (around $770) and RMB 5,888 (around $900) respectively.We already know...
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More live Huawei P9 images leak
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] While Huawei has already started teasing the upcoming P9, we still don't have any confirmation on what exactly the phone looks like. That's not to say that the handset hasn't been the subject of any image leaks so far - there have, in fact, been many, and adding to the pile is a new set of leaked images.If you compare, the design revealed in these images is similar to the one revealed in some of the previous leaks, especially the leak that allegedly showed the Chinese company's president using the device.Huawei P9Set to be unveiled on April 6, the Huawei P9...
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Best Apps and Games of the Week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] These are the best apps and games that came out this week.ConfideConfide is a secure messaging app. It features end-to-end encryption, messages that disappear after you read them, screenshot protection, and ability to retract an unread message. You can chat one on one or do group messaging. The app supports sending text, photos and documents, and is also available on desktop.iOS • AndroidSprightlySprightly is a new app by Microsoft which lets you create content such as catalogs, price lists, e-cards, and flyers. The app lets you choose from various...
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Week 12 in review: iPhone SE, iPad Pro, HTC 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Another week flew by and we once again and it had no shortage of exciting mobile news to offer. Apple held its scheduled event and, as expected, outed a pair of new devices, both highly intriguing. The iPhone SE is a reboot of the 4-inch form factor, which isn't enjoying universal appeal in 2016, but other than that, the pocked-friendly phone seems to have checked all many boxes, offering an up to date platform and camera. It will fill in for the now discontinued iPhone 5s.As for the new iPad Pro, the exact title match with its 12.9-inch sibling seems to be the least of its problems....
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Xiaomi Mi 5 video review
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi Mi 5 is the company's latest flagship and we already did a full-blown review of the device. Now it's time to sit back, relax and watch our Xiaomi Mi 5 video review.The Xiaomi Mi 5 is built around a 5.15" IPS LCD display of 1080p resolution and our 64GB review unit packs a Snapdragon 820 chipset with 3GB RAM. However, the 128GB model has 4GB of RAM.The phone sports a beautiful design and at the back has a 16MP f/2.0 main camera with phase detect autofocus, OIS and dual-tone LED flash.As we said in our written review, the Xiaomi Mi 5 is one of the most beautiful,...
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Top 10 trending phones of the week
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] This week was dramatic for our Top 10 Trending phones chart as the iPhone SE led Apple phones on a charge against the Galaxys, which usually dominate.The Apple iPhone SE shot up into the stratosphere with double the weekly interest of the Galaxy S7 and close to three times the eyeballs that the Galaxy S7 edge pulled in.But things actually started last week with the iPhone 5s. It broke into the Top 10 again last week at #9, we guess people were comparing it against the rumored spec of the SE. Now that the iPhone SE is official, the comparisons intensified leading the 5s up to the...
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Instagram for web gets Explore and Notifications
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Instagram has pushed a small update for its website, that gets two important additions.The site now features buttons for Explore and Notifications. The Explore section shows people you might know and would want to follow. The Notifications section, as you might imagine, shows all your notifications. These features were only accessible on the app before. Unfortunately, you still can't see your friends' activity on the site and that's still limited to the app.The app also gets some minor server side changes. The like, comment, share buttons are slightly redesigned, and the...
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Premium Android flip phone Gionee W909 unveiled
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Watch out, Samsung SM-W2016, the Gionee W909 is after you. The Android-powered flip phone was officially announced with Android 5.1 (with the custom Amigo UI). The W909 has two 4.2" screens, both IPS LCDs with 720p resolution. It's powered by the MediaTek Helio P10 chipset with an octa-core processor and 4GB of RAM. It has a generous built-in storage of 64GB, plus a microSD slot. The Gionee W909 boasts a 16MP main camera plus a 5MP selfie cam. The phone measures 124.1 x 62.8 x 16.5mm and weighs 207.7g. It has a 2,530mAh battery and a USB Type-C port. There's a fingerprint reader...
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Truecaller bug puts 100,000,000 users's privacy at risk
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] There is no doubt that Truecaller offers a splendid and truly natural upgrade to the otherwise really analog service that is voice calling. If you are not in the know about the app, it is simply an interactive directory for the smartphone age, that offers extra functions like blacklists, online statuses and access to aggregated personal info (address, photo, email etc.). However, when dealing with sensitive personal data on such a big scale, hiccups are typically quite scary, as Truecaller can already attest. The last such scare was when hackers have discovered a potential exploit that...
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New Oppo F1 Plus teaser hints at fingerprint reader
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] An upgraded Plus version of the Oppo F1 has been teased for a long time now. Ever since the Mumbai launch of the original handset, the manufacturer has been giving us glimpses of the upgraded model, said to come some time in April. As far as we currently know, the F1 Plus will be almost identical to its sibling in terms of design, only bigger with a suggested 5.5-inch, 1080p display. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.3";...
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Microsoft to add Handoff-like feature on Windows 10
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Apple was the first to offer the so-called Continuity feature between the Mac OS X and iOS. The service itself is called Handoff and allows you to begin a task on a Mac machine and continue it on an iOS device, or vice versa. The Handoff works via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and the compatible apps automatically notify you for Handoff-enabled devices in close proximity. If there is such a device, you can continue browsing, writing mails, docs, or notes on another device. Windows 10 took a different approach with Continuum - thanks to the unified apps (a feature many were hoping Apple will...
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HTC 10 goes on pre-order in Romania early, for a hefty €740
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Well, I'm starting to understand why HTC may be considering a cheaper version of the HTC 10 - one Romanian phone retailer is charging RON 3,300, or $830/€740, for a pre-order. This is for the 32GB version, which is available in Gold, Silver and Grey. The phone is expected to go on sale April 15 so this price may not be final, but it's likely fairly close. And if that's true, the 10 will cost more than the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the LG G5 and as much as a basic iPhone 6s. Not that this is uncharacteristic of HTC, but the company needs to generate revenue, so it can't afford to scare away...
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Jason Statham stars in the first LG G5 TV ad
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] LG has officially announced Hollywood superstar Jason Statham will be starring in the G5 ad campaign. Statham will showcase the G5's modular prowess while also highlighting "the fun and playful experiences possible" with it. LG has hired creative agency Energy BBDO and filmmaker Fredrik Bond for the TV spot. Here's a taste of the series of ads that are about to hit the web starring Jason Statham. Did you notice that Statham plays every character in the clip above? You're welcome.
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Xiaomi's new Redmi 3 Pro adds fingerprint scanner and 3GB RAM
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Xiaomi has unveiled a Pro variant of the Redmi 3 smartphone. The main difference between the new device and the standard Redmi 3 phone is that the former features a fingerprint sensor and has 3GB RAM 32GB stotage boost. Other specs remain same, meaning the Redmi 3 Pro also sports a 5-inch HD display, and is powered by a Snapdragon 616 chipset. Camera department is handled by the same 13MP main and 5MP front shooters, while battery also remains unchanged at 4,100mAh. The handset also offers support for dual-SIM functionality and runs Android 5.1 Lollipop OS. Connectivity options...
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KGI: 2017 iPhone to have AMOLED screen and a 5.8" model
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] According to the latest report by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo at KGI Securities, the company will completely revamp its 2017 iPhone line-up. The analyst is still adamant that Apple will release its upcoming flagship smartphone with AMOLED screen, but instead of doing so in 2018 his forecast has changed to next year. In addition, the 2017 iPhone will have a curved display and curved glass body, building on the design foundation set by the iPhone 4. The "completely new form factor" will have narrow bezels and a comfortable grip. The size of the 2017 iPhone Plus display remains the...
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Xiaomi announces Mi Ecosystem sub-brand
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Although Xiaomi's core products are smartphones, smart televisions, and smart routers, the company has dabbled in other product categories, such as water purifiers, and air purifiers. These products have been made by other brands for Xiaomi, for whom Xiaomi acted as a business incubator. The company has now announced that it will be collating all these products under a new sub-brand called Mi Ecosystem. It also announced the latest product to be part of this brand, the Mi Induction Heating Pressure Rice Cooker. Xiaomi's Rice Cooker is Wi-Fi compatible and connects to your phone...
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Meizu m3 note spotted on AnTuTu with Helio P10 SoC, 3GB RAM
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Meizu's upcoming m3 note smartphone has been spotted on the AnTuTu benchmark. The listing reveals that the device is powered by a Mediatek Helio P10 chipset and sports a full HD display. Other key specs that the listing reveals include 13MP rear and 5MP front camera, 2GB/16GB and 3GB/32GB memory configurations, and Android 5.1 Lollipop. If you compare, these specs (except for the 3GB RAM variant) are broadly inline with what has already been rumored. Previous reports have also suggested that the phone - which is scheduled to be unveiled on April 6 - will have a 5.5-inch screen and...
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GoPro drops Windows Phone support
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Back in December last year, action camera maker GoPro promised to update their Windows Phone app with support for Windows 10 Mobile. However, it has now come to light that the company has dropped the support for Microsoft's mobile platform. "Please keep in mind that the previous post stating that we support Windows phones was back in the beginning of December of last year, and as is the nature of technology things change fast," a GoPro support member wrote while replying to a user query on the company's website. "That being said, we definitely do offer legacy support for Windows...
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PlayStation VR on PCs? Possible, says Sony executive
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] As you might already know, one needs a Sony PS4 to get started with the company's PlayStation VR headset. But what if you could try it with your PC instead? While that's certainly not possible at the moment, the good news is that Sony seems to be open to the idea of making the headset compatible with PCs. "Since PlayStation 4 shares a lot of its components with PCs, the possibility is there," said Masayasu Ito, Sony Computer Entertainment's senior vice president. He, however, made it clear that PC compatibility is not the priority at the moment. "At the moment we are focused on games...
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Verizon Galaxy S7/S7 edge users can now download Samsung's Web browser
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge users on Verizon can now access Samsung's Android Web browser. The browser app, which didn't come pre-installed on the handsets and was being shown as 'incompatible' with the devices until now, can now be downloaded from Google Play. The browser was in news last month when Samsung rolled out an update to it that brought along support for ad blocking - basically, the South Korean company added a new API that developers can use to build ad blocking extensions for the browser. Samsung's launch partner for the feature was the Adblock Fast app, the team...
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Samsung Pay comes to China in partnership with China UnionPay
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Inline with the March time-frame announced by Samsung last month, the company has launched its mobile payments service Samsung Pay in China. Samsung has partnered with China UnionPay (CUP) for the launch. The mobile payments service is currently available on select Samsung flagships including the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6 edge+, and Galaxy Note5. However, the company says that future support for additional mid-range models is on the cards. In China, Samsung Pay currently supports credit/debit cards from nine banks, including China CITIC Bank, China Construction Bank,...
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Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) and Galaxy J5 (2016) are now official
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] After several leaks, the Samsung Galaxy J7 (2016) and Galaxy J5 (2016) have finally been made official. Both devices are now listed on the South Korean company's China website. The new Galaxy J7, which is the more powerful of the two, is powered by a octa-core 1.6GHz processor and sports a 5.5-inch full HD Super AMOLED display. It has 3GB RAM and 16GB expandable internal memory, and packs in a 3,300mAh battery. In terms of camera, the handset features a 13MP rear unit and a 5MP front shooter. Measuring 151.7 x 76 x 7.8mm and weighing in at 170g, the Galaxy J7 (2016) offers LTE...
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Xiaomi Mi 4s review: Pushing forward
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Xiaomi Mi 4s went official hours before the Mi 5, a teaser of sorts for the headliner. It even made the trip to Barcelona but enjoyed little of the spotlight for obvious reasons. This is the fourth installment in the Mi 4 lineup - hardly breaking news in a week full of high-profile announcements. Yet, we bet the new Xiaomi flagship wouldn't mind repeating the success of a predecessor that spawned quite the offspring.
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BQ Aquaris M10 Ubuntu Edition tablet now up for pre-order
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The first Ubuntu tablet is now finally up for pre-order, after having been unveiled in February. The BQ Aquaris M10 Ubuntu Edition is offered in two versions, one with 1,280x800 screen resolution and the other with a 1,920x1,200 panel. The former is obviously cheaper, going for €249.90. It has a 10.1-inch touchscreen, the MediaTek MT8163A chipset with a 1.5 GHz quad-core CPU and Mali-T720MP2 GPU, 2GB of RAM, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, an 8 MP rear camera, a 5 MP front camera, 16GB of expandable storage, and a 7,280 mAh battery. The full HD model retails for €289.90, and has the exact...
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Facebook wants to build mobile payments and "secret conversations" into Messenger
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] Facebook is said to be working on deploying even more features into its Messenger apps - as if the money-sending and virtual assistant, for example, weren't enough. The big one is that apparently Facebook will use Messenger as its mobile payments play, rivaling Apple Pay and Android Pay and letting you to pay for things in physical stores. This would expand upon the aforementioned existing feature that lets you send money to friends. The revelations come from a look at comments in the code of the Facebook Messenger app for iOS. Another new thing coming in the future is "secret...
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iPhone SE reportedly nabs more than 3.4 million reservations in China
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The iPhone SE, which was unveiled a week ago during a special event, is apparently very popular in China. According to a report from CNBC, the new 4-inch smartphone has managed to grab more than 3.4 million reservations, with a little over one day to go before the reservation window closes. As always when talking about the Chinese market, you'll see most news outlets report this number as "pre-orders", however as a general rule in China these don't work like they do elsewhere. They're called reservations and no money changes hands before the actual purchase, unlike a 'western' pre-order...
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Galaxy S7 with Helio X20 and X25 chipsets spotted in benchmark
[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] The Samsung Galaxy S7 can have either an Exynos or a Snapdragon chipset... or MediaTek Helio X20 or X25, wait what? Geekbench scores list a Samsung SM-G930W8, which comes with with one of three different chipsets. Now, G930 is the Galaxy S7 and W is typically the designation for Canadian versions. Scrolling through the results, you see octa-core processors - the Exynos - or deca-cores - either MT6797 or MT6797T. Those are better known as MediaTek Helio X20 and X25. So much for the exclusivity of the X25. Both chipsets are mostly the same, but the X25 is an overclocked version and it...
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