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**GSMArena** · 30-03-16, 18:31

There's now only a week until the Huawei P9's official launch, scheduled for April 6. Can't hurt if we get to know a few more bits in advance though, this time courtesy of AnTuTu. The benchmark maker has listed the upcoming Huawei flagship, complete with specs and test results.Huawei P9 on AnTuTu (click for full size)The concise specsheet names just the basics, among them a Kirin 955 chipset with Mali-T880 MP4 GPU, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Display resolution is quoted to be FullHD, and previous info points to a 5.2-inch diagonal.As you probably know, the P9 will...

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Canonical and Microsoft are working to bring Ubuntu to Windows 10

Yes, that is correct, as per industry sources, Canonical - the company behind the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution and Microsoft have partnered up to integrate Ubuntu into Windows 10.By all accounts, this won't be done through the use of virtual machines, nor containers, which still seem to be in development within project Barcelona. Rather, the idea is to bring over the Bash shell experience, along with all of its powerful console tools, to run on top of Windows libraries and the Linux subsystem, introduced in the new Windows 10 Redstone build.While running Bash on Windows is in...

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Oppo says the F1 Plus is identical to the recently-announced R9

We have been hearing a lot about the Oppo F1 Plus lately and most fans have come to expect it as the next iteration of the Oppo F1 "selfie expert", with hints of an even better front camera experience and a fingerprint reader. This all sounded exciting, but today Oppo brought an end to that, clarifying that the F1 Plus won't be a new model, but merely the Oppo R9 for international markets.That definitely clears the air and puts to rest the various rumors about the handset. As per the recent China announcement of the R9 and R9 Plus, the F1 Plus should be equipped with a 5.5-inch,...

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LG G5 pre-orders in Germany come with free Cam Plus grip

Mainland Europe is getting the LG G5 a bit later than the US and South Korea, but Amazon Germany will start selling the flagship in the middle of the month and will offer a free Cam Plus grip.The phone - available in Gold, Silver and Titan - costs €700 and the grip alone is €100, but using the LGG5AKTION code, the grip becomes free. The deal is valid for orders until April 16.The grip helps shooting with an additional 1,200mAh battery and hardware controls - photo shutter and video recorder keys, plus a zoom dial.The LG 360 Cam and LG B&O DAC are available too, but you'll have...

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HTC 10 shows its face again, black version pictured

HTC 10 is going official on April 12 but we know pretty much everything there is to know about company's next big thing. We know the design is a hybrid between the One M9 and One A9, we know about its Quad HD AMOLED screen and Snapdragon 820 chip, the possibility of a Snapdragon 652 model, its rumored retail price at €740, even the reported April 15 as a lunch date.HTC has begun a marketing campaign with teasers over the social networks, but the leaks are quite more revealing than HTC's hints.Today's leak show the black flavor of the HTC 10 shot next to its silver sibling. We've seen...

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Twitter update brings image description for the visually impaired

Twitter is rolling out an update for its iOS and Android apps that should make using the service a bit easier for the visually impaired.Starting today, users can now add descriptive or alternative text to images that they attach to their tweets. You get 420 characters, separate from the 140 for the tweet, to describe the image however you want. The text will then be read out by assistive technology or presented in braille on supported hardware, so the visually impaired can not just read the tweet but also get an idea of what the attached image is.Twitter is also making this...

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Xiaomi Mi Note 2 to come with Snapdragon 823, possible 3D touch

The Xiaomi Mi Note 2 is due for a replacement and we're expecting it in the coming months. Rumors of it kicked off a few weeks ago stating that it may have a dual-edge display, but today we have some more concrete info on the specs of the Mi Note successor.Xiaomi Mi Note (the first one)Starting with that supposedly curved display, the source says that it will be 5.7 inches in diagonal like the previous model. Resolution will be QHD, and a 3D touch pressure sensitive capability is being considered.The Mi Note 2 will be powered by either a Snapdragon 820 or an 823 chipset...

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New Google Photos update brings ability to undo edits

Google has rolled out a new update to its Google Photos app that brings along the ability to undo any edits that you make to images. Previously, this wasn't possible, with the app creating a new copy of the image each time an edit was saved. Thankfully, that won't be the case now.To take advantage of the feature, first open an image containing edits, then get into the edit mode by tapping the edit icon at the bottom (next to the share icon), and finally select the 'Undo edits' option that appears when you tap the overflow menu in the upper right corner."Sometimes it takes multiple...

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LG G5 sales start tomorrow in Korea, April 1 in the US

The LG G5 officially goes on sale tomorrow, March 31, in its home country of South Korea and then in the US the following day.The modular flagship has been on pre-order for a week and AT&T has started shipping its units, Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile will follow suit soon.LG says that 200 carriers will offer the LG G5, with availability reaching Europe, Asia and the Middle East soon.It seems that the UK launch will be a week from now, April 8. There's no word on Canada, but can't be long now.G5's friends - the CAM Plus grip and B&O hi-fi adapter, along with the 360 CAM, 360...

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Watch the ceramic back of the Xiaomi Mi 5 take a lot of abuse in this official stress test

The Xiaomi Mi 5 has a lot going for it. A Snapdragon 820 SoC, up to 4GB of RAM and an impressive 16MP camera with a 4-axis OIS system, to name a few. But the handset is also dressed to impress in the flagship circles it intends to mingle with, especially in its top-tier ceramic back variant.This material choice is definitely not unheard of, take the OnePlus X for instance, but it still seems to raise some flags with many users, who seem to typically associate ceramic with a brittle dinner plate or perhaps a vase. In an effort to address this, Xiaomi has released a stress test...

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Samsung launches the Galaxy A9 Pro in China

After a never ending series of leaks and rumors, the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2016) is finally official in China.The A9 Pro is a slightly upgraded version of the A9. It has the same 6.0-inch 1080p display and the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 in an identical design. The differences include 4GB RAM instead of 3GB, 32GB storage instead of 16GB, and a 16 megapixel camera on the back instead of 13. The battery has been boosted to 5,000mAh and supports fast charging. The phone runs on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.The Galaxy A9 Pro is priced at 3499 yuan ($540).Source • Via

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Nintendo's 'Miitomo' app coming to US tomorrow

Nintendo's first mobile app Miitomo will be available for download in the United States tomorrow, a couple of weeks after it was launched in the company's home country of Japan.This was announced by Nintendo in a press release, where-in the company also noted that the app will simultaneously also be launched in "several other countries." These regions include Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Luxembourg, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Russia, Australia, and New Zealand.Those interested in knowing when Miitomo is ready to download can pre-register...

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Amazon bans non spec-compliant USB Type-C cables

Amazon has updated its list of prohibited listings to reflect that the it will no longer sell USB Type-C cables that aren't compliant with standard specifications.Here's the exact line added by the online retailer:Any USB-C™ (or USB Type-C™) cable or adapter product that is not compliant with standard specifications issued by "USB Implementers Forum Inc."The change was spotted by Google's Benson Leung, who has been examining USB Type-C cables for quite some time now. If you recall, he's the same guy who last year reported about OnePlus' USB Type-C accessories being out of...

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Google Play offering up to 80% off on Star Wars-themed comics

Are you a Star Wars fan? Are you interested in Star Wars-themed stuff? If your answer to both questions in yes, then you'll be glad to know that comics based on the popular franchise are being sold at discounted rates.Google is offering up to 80% off on select comics (over 15 in number) - hit the Source link below to view the complete collection which has been hosted on Google Play. In case you don't already know, Star Wars: The Force Awakens debuts April 1 on digital platforms.Source

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Entry level Gionee P5 mini unveiled with 4.5-inch display, quad-core CPU

Chinese manufacturer Gionee has unveiled a new entry-level smartphone. Dubbed Gionee P5 mini, the device is powered by a quad-core 1.3GHz Mediatek MT6580Ma€Ž chipset, and sports a 4.5-inch (854 x 480 pixel resolution) IPS display.It has 1GB RAM and 8GB expandable internal memory, and packs in an 1,800mAh battery. In terms of camera, the device features a 5MP rear unit and a 2MP front shooter. Measuring 132x 66 x 9.1mm and weighing in at 153g, the handset offers dual SIM functionality and runs Android 5.0 Lollipop.Connectivity options include Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro USB...

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Update brings Dropbox integration to Adobe Acrobat Reader on Android

After iOS, Adobe has now rolled out the Dropbox integration update to its Acrobat Reader app on Android, allowing users to access PDF files stored in their Dropbox account directly from the app.Dropbox, on the other hand, has also updated its Android app, adding a new "do more with your PDF documents" option, tapping on which launches Acrobat Reader from the cloud storage app for you to view and take action on files.Head to the Google Play links below to download the latest versions of Acrobat Reader and Dropbox for Android.Source | Google Play (Acrobat Reader) | Google...

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AT&T LG G5 pre-orders have started shipping

Just over a week after it started accepting LG G5 pre-orders, AT&T has begun shipping the flagship device - few lucky ones will get their units as soon as today (March 30), a day before the phone is set to be launched globally.In case you don't already know, AT&T is running a buy one, get one free promo on LG G5 pre-orders. Given that the carrier is accepting pre-orders until March 31, those interested in the deal need to act fast as they just have a day to avail it.Aside from AT&T, other major US carries - including Verizon and Sprint - are also accepting LG G5 pre-orders, with...

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Fiber Phone is a landline service for your Google Fiber

Google's latest service is anything but futuristic. The search giant has just unveiled its very own take on landline phone service. It's called Fiber Phone and for starters it will be available "in a few areas". At a later date, it will be an option for all residential customers using Google Fiber internet access.Fiber Phone costs $10 per month. It gives you unlimited local and nationwide US calling. As for international calls, you'll get the same rates used for Google Voice (the full list is here). Fiber Phone can give you a new number, or you can keep your old one if you want to. You...

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Waze will tell you if you're going over the speed limit

The latest addition to Waze, the community-based traffic and navigation app, has everything to do with speed limits. Namely, the Google-owned app has added support for notifying you when you're going over the speed limit.This new feature currently only works in Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Czech Republic, El Salvador, France, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, Trinidad, Tobago, and Uruguay, but is apparently going to land in other places too - at some point in the future.It works like this: when you go over the speed...

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Instagram videos are now 60 seconds long

Instagram has let you upload videos ever since 2013, but up until today the maximum length for the clips has been 15 seconds. That's more than Vine's famous six-second rule, but apparently wasn't enough.The video length for Instagram is going up to 60 seconds starting today. However, the huge caveat here is that the rollout of this extension will be completed for everyone "in the coming months".But wait, there's more! Instagram version 7.19 for iOS will be out in the iTunes App Store this week, and this iteration of the app brings back the ability to make videos out of multiple clips...

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**GSMArena** · 31-03-16, 18:40

Apple's new reboot of the 4-inch iPhone factor is doing pretty well. The pocket-friendly device has reportedly received 3.4 million registrations in China and is expected to sell between four and five million units in the second fiscal quarter. Its more affordable price point is also serving great in attracting Android converts, so, in a nutshell, the little handset can be considered an overall success.However, industry supply chain sources have warned that the iPhone SE won't manage to overcome the already expected 11% or so decrease in Apple's revenue in Q2 this year. To quote...

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Oculus Rift's teardown exposes an easy to fix VR headset

The Oculus Rift orders are shipping now, and the long awaited VR headset is already in use by the most eager fans around the world. As it happens these days, the guys over iFixit were in a hurry to tear down the thing and check out its internals.So, the first and most important conclusion iFixit has drawn is that the Rift is quite easy to repair of something happens to it.Unlike the developer's version, which used a 1080p Galaxy Note 3 display, the retail one uses two separate OLED 90mm pieces behind the two lenses, each with a display of 456ppi.Thanks to those big lenses you are...

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New update for the Samsung Gear S2 is now available for download

Last week, Samsung released an update for the Gear S2 smartwatch and now owners of the watch are treated to another one. The latest update weighs in at 20.39 MB and is available from the Samsung Gear app.Sadly, the company didn't update the changelog of the latest update and you can find the same bullet points from the one from a week earlier. We can only guess what changes the new update brings, but it's safe to assume that some bugs needed ironing out and there are no new features this time.A screenshot from the new update shows an old changelogThe size of the update also...

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iPhone SE teardown shows hardware ranging from iPhone 5 to 6s

The Apple iPhone SE is a 6s in a 5s body, but Chipworks dug into the internals and it turns out the story is more complicated than that. It straddles multiple generations - from the iPhone 5 selfie camera to the iPhone 6s chipset, a whopping four generations.The Apple A9 chipset is brand new and the SK Hynix-made LPDDR4 2GB memory matches the 6s as well. The NFC, audio chips and motion sensor are from that generation as well. The storage appears to be from the 6s as well, but an earlier 19nm chip instead of the 15nm being shipped now.The Qualcomm modem from the earlier iPhone 6 model...

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Xiaomi Mi 5 to hit India on April 6

Xiaomi Mi 5 was officially unveiled at the MWC in Barcelona last month, and we enjoyed having it in our office. The phone is already on sale in China, but India was promised to get it soon after.Today, Xiaomi officially announced the Mi 5 availability and pricing for India. The flagship is going on sale through mi.com on April 6, 11 AM local time. Its official price is INR 24,999 or $378.The pricing is for the 32GB model of the Mi 5, which in addition to the lower amount if gigs, comes with a Snapdragon 820 chip with a down-clocked processor - 1.8GHz instead of 2.15GHz....

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Deal: Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (32GB) in the UK for ?570

A Samsung Galaxy S7 edge can be had for around ?600 in the UK without a carrier contract (if you do want a contract, here's more info on the offers).You can head to eBay for some cost cutting - currently, the Galaxy S7 edge 32GB (Black or Gold) is available for ?580 but should soon drop another tenner to ?570. Shipping to the UK is free.By the way, the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 are available on promotion too - a 500GB Xbox plus The Division are ?240, a white 500GB PS4 is ?225.

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Audiophile-targeted vivo X6S and X6S Plus are now official

Chinese manufacturer vivo has added a pair of new devices to its lineup today. The new handsets come as direct descendants to vivo X6 and X6 Plus and are all but identical on the outside. This is just as well, since the metal shell still looks elegant in silver, gold or pink and reusing the chassis should save some R&D budget, which could be better spent elsewhere.The devices both come with an even better audio hardware than their predecessors. The smaller X6S is equipped with an AKM4375 32-bit DAC, while the bigger X6S Plus has a ES9028 DAC within a YAMAHA YSS-205X audio...

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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) with S Bike mode launches in India

So, did you guess what #TapKickVroom is? If you didn't, here's the answer - the Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) is launching in India with a new S Bike feature.It's a sort of Do Not Disturb feature that prevents unwanted distractions while riding a bike. The feature is enabled using the included NFC tag and will handle incoming calls.#GalaxyJ3 with S Bike Mode is here. Now #TapKickVroom & ride tension free on the road.https://t.co/YtfBYnFKXu— Samsung Mobile India (@SamsungMobileIN) March 31, 2016Normally, the Galaxy J3 won't show any notifications so as not to disturb the rider. It...

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A 400-ton hydraulic press crushes the Galaxy S7 Edge in a dramatic video

There's a plethora of videos on YouTube showing the Galaxy S7 edge being abused. But this is the first time we witness a 400-ton hydraulic press crushing Samsung's latest smartphone.The result is exactly what you think it is. The Galaxy S7 edge becomes a whole lot thinner. Happily, there's a lot of visual effects, including smoke, flames and sparks thanks to the phone's battery. Check out the video below to see exactly how much.What are your favorite Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge torture videos?Source | Via

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LG shows the full G5 Jason Statham commercial

After teasing us with a few short trailer of its latest ad campaign for the G5, LG has finally released what looks to be the full version of the video. However, we sincerely hope that this is merely the first episode in a series of videos as it is just so incredibly entertaining.Jason Statham simply knocks this role out of the park, or rather these twenty or so roles, as he plays every character in the thirty second clip. Subway passenger, street performer, restaurant customer, or motorbike stuntman - the British action legend just seems like the perfect and at the same time worst...

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Microsoft Edge browser will get native ad-blocking support

At its ongoing Build 2016 conference, Microsoft has confirmed that the next version of its Edge Web browser will include native ad-blocking support. This will make Edge one of the few exiting Web browsers - the list currently includes Opera (developer edition) and Brave - that offer such a feature.Aside from native ad-blocking, there are many other features that the new version will bring along, such as support for extensions and integrated Bing translator. It's worth mentioning that Microsoft Edge currently has a very low market share - the figure stood at around 1.5% in December...

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BlackBerry Priv caught running Android Marshmallow in a video

Last we heard about BlackBerry Priv's Marshmallow update, was in January and the word was that the update isn't coming anytime soon - the company had said that roll-out details will be revealed sometime during the ongoing quarter.It's March 31 today, which means the quarter has almost ended, and sadly, there has been no official heads-up from BlackBerry on this front until now. However, here's something that'll surely bring a smile on your face and should reassure that the update is nevertheless coming - a video featuring Marshmallow-powered Priv.There's currently no information...

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Samsung Galaxy Amp Prime with 5-inch display and Android 6.0 launched on Cricket for $150

US carrier Cricket Wireless has launched a new Samsung smartphone. Dubbed Galaxy Amp Prime, the device - the carrier says - offers "premium features" and is aimed at "social media power users and value seekers."Specs-wise, the 4G LTE handset sports a 5-inch super AMOLED display, features a 5 MP main camera, and runs Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Other features include Ultra Power Savings Mode to extend the standby time, Easy Mode for beginners and elderly, as well as support for one-handed operation.The device carries a price tag of $149.99, and is available both online and in...

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iOS 9.3 most stable release from Apple, more stable than Android 6.0

According to a new report by app analytics firm Apteligent, Apple's latest iOS 9.3 build is the most stable new release by the Cupertino-based company in years. The report revealed a 2.2% crash rate for iOS 9.3 in the past eight days.Other major releases, including iOS 8, 9, and 9.2, had their crash rate cross the 3.2% mark in the same time-period. In addition, the report revealed that iOS 9.3's rate of crash was also better than that of Android 6.0 Marshmallow, which saw a crash rate of 2.6%.It's worth mentioning that iOS 9.3 has also had its own share of problems - it's roll-out...

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Google Calculator arrives on Play Store with support for Android Wear

After apps like Calendar, Camera, and Keyboard. another core Google app has hit the company's Play Store: Google Calculator. Yes, the Calculator app is now available for download from Google's marketplace, meaning now it can be installed on any Android phone.The app listed on Google Play carries a version number of 6.0, compared to Calculator 5.2 that shipped with latest Android. So, what's new? While the design remains more or less the same, the updated app includes support for Android Wear.To download the latest version of the Google Play app, head to the Source link...

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Two Lenovo phones with same specs spotted on GFXBench

A couple of new Lenovo-branded smartphones have been spotted on GFXBench, and curiously, both have same specs. They are powered by MediaTek MT6735P SoC and sport a 5-inch HD display.RAM is 2GB, while internal memory is 16GB. The camera department is handled by an 8MP rear unit and a 5MP front shooter. Both come with Android 6.0 Marshmallow pre-installed.While nothing else is currently known about the devices, their model numbers - XT1700 and XT1706 - does indicate (XT followed by four numbers) that they are actually Motorola handsets, with reports suggesting we could be looking at...

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New Skype update brings Bots feature

As part of its ongoing Build 2016 conference, Microsoft rolled out a new feature to its Skype messaging app. Dubbed Skype Bots, the feature is described by the company as "a new way to bring expertise, products, services and entertainment into your daily messaging on Skype."The Redmond, Washington-based company demonstrated the feature by showing off a Cortana integrated Skype client where-in the virtual assistant acted as a Skype Bot to help users identify people, places, and things in their messages, as well as display more info about them.In addition, it could also perform other...

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Google's VR View will embed VR content into apps and websites

Thanks to Google, there is now going to be a web viewer for VR which can be integrated right into a website along with apps for Android and iOS. The new HTML and JavaScript code is up on Github for you to start embedding your vacation 360 images right away. I've embedded a sample VR View of the coral reefs just above this text. You'll need to be using the latest versions of Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari all for desktop, iOS 8 and above, or KitKat 4.4 and above for mobile.The desktop viewer is a simple image viewer which can go fullscreen and allows...

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Microsoft announced new Cortana features, Outlook, Android, and third-party app integration

Microsoft has announced some new features which will be rolling out to Windows 10 customers in the next coming months. Cortana is now going to be incorporated with Outlook and will be able to check your email and calendars in order to help you keep track of your own emails.Cortana will be able to take context of your emails and things you commit to and will automatically create events that correspond with such events. Cortana will also be able to send an email to a contact with an attachment. The demonstration shows the presenter ask Cortana to "Send Chuck that PowerPoint I was working on...

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HoloLens developer kits are shipping to devs today

HoloLens is Microsoft's foot in the door for incorporating virtual reality into the world of every day computing. With that said, today's Microsoft event brought more information about the HoloLens and what it could mean for developers.Microsoft has mentioned at today's event that it is now shipping these HoloLens developer kits to those development teams who have signed up and pre-ordered the $3K dev kit to those who fit Microsoft's qualifications. The following companies have shown interest in HoloLens for developers.Microsoft has also announced that it has released its...

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**GSMArena** · 01-04-16, 18:51

LG G5 went on sale just yesterday and it was inevitable for the flagship to pass through various torture tests for the cameras. The G5 got scratched, burnt with a lighter, and then bent for the public to enjoy.As expected the LG G5 doesn't bend easily as it's actually a chunk of metal, except for the whatever accessory is inserted within the Magic Slot - this will surrender rather easy.The scratch test revealed the LG G5 is actually covered by a thin layer of plastic. This process of applying small color particles on metal surface is called microdizing and allows for hiding...

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LG G5 arrives with Friends, we do unboxing

LG has come up with a very nice G5 reviewer's kit and we just got ours. It's a big colorful box with fancy hinges and a retro fastener. Within the promising looking package we found the retail LG G5, the LG 360 Cam, the LG Cam Plus module, and the LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O Play.We already had a very pleasant encounter with the LG G5, but it's just now that we see its retail box and contents. We'll be updating our review with the new test scores early next week.LG G5 and Friends boxFirst up among the LG Friends we received, is the LG 360 Cam. It's a standalone camera,...

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iPhone SE undergoes scratch, burn and bend tests

It's interesting to see how every new smartphone fares against wear and tear and the iPhone SE is no exception. Seasoned phone torturer JerryRigEverything has posted a video of doing some scratch, burn and bend tests to Apple's latest smartphone. It's as interesting as it's painful to watch.As you can see in the video below, the iPhone SE fails the bend test and arches at the volume rocker. This suggests to the conclusion that Apple hasn't used its premium Aluminum 7000-series and reverted back to the 6000-series. Given the shorter frame of the device that shouldn't be much of an issue...

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HTC 10 Mini running on Snapdragon 823 scheduled for September

The HTC 10 announcement is just around the corner - it is going to happen in 12 days, and we know most of the details already thanks to the numerous leaks throughout the past few months. We guess it's time to move onto the next big thing, which in this case is a little flagship.Apparently the HTC 10 will be getting a mini flavor - the HTC 10 Mini. As per the leaked memo sent to selected HTC insiders, the HTC 10 Mini will feature a 4.7" display (probably a 1080p unit) and will be powered by the Snapdragon 823 chipset with 4GB of RAM.The Snapdragon 823 chip is the same as the...

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One of these phones beats the Galaxy S7 in 4K video quality

Yesterday we gave you a mystery to solve. Could you guess which phone beats the Samsung Galaxy S7 in 4K video quality? We already gave you a little hint - it's not the LG G5.If your initial guess included the Alcatel Idol 4s, Motorola Moto X Force, Apple iPhone SE, Acer Liquid Jade Primo or the HTC One M9+ Supreme Camera, then we have good news for you, you're one step closer.Now is the time to cast your votes - we'll reveal the result later tonight when the review of the phone in question will hit our homepage.

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Alleged Meizu Pro 6 mini and m3 note leak ahead of announcement

The Meizu Pro 6 and the Meizu m3 note has been popping in our rumor section for quite some time. The Meizu Pro 5 mini was part of the rumors for quite some time, but it got cancelled due to production delays.Today, we got a new picture revealing the Meizu m3 note and the Pro 6 mini. Check it out:The Meizu m3 note is supposed to go official on April 6. It should offer a 5.5" 1080p display, Helio X10 chipset with 2 or 3GB RAM (storage dependent), and a 3,200 mAh battery. One of the key upgrades over the m2 note is the new shiny metal chassis, probably following the footsteps of the...

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HTC 10 swings by FCC ahead of announcement

The HTC 10 is now approved by the FCC making the phone that little bit readier for its launch. HTC will officially unveil its upcoming flagship on April 12 in an online events.An interesting bit revealed by the regulatory is that there are actually two new HTC models - the 2PS6200 and 2PS6500. Unfortunately, there are no photos provided in the documents, as HTC has requested the FCC to withhold public information disclosure. It's also unclear what the differences between the two are, but we are guessing it boils down to network bands support.HTC 10 : Black/White •...

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Tesla announces Model 3, starts at $35,000

Elon Musk has finally taken the wraps off the highly anticipated Model 3, the most affordable Tesla car yet. While the company's previous Model S and Model X cost upwards of $100,000, the Model 3 will start at $35,000. Not exactly cheap but a steal considering what you will get in return.Despite being the company's least expensive car, Tesla isn't skimping out on the essentials. For starters, the Model 3 looks great, and you can see the family design lines in the glass area on the side that's pinched at the back, tail lamps that crease into the back doors, and the massive swept...

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Huawei saw 37% annual revenue growth last year - biggest since 2008

Chinese company Huawei recorded an annual revenue of RMB 395 billion ($61.10 billion) in 2015, which translates into an year-on-year growth of 37%. This is the company's biggest annual revenue growth in the past seven years.Huawei's net profit for the year stood at RMB 36.9 billion, up 32 percent from the RMB 27.9 billion figure it reported the year prior. The company's handset division played an important role in this with a 44% jump in shipments. In case you don't already know, Huawei became the first smartphone company in China whose shipments crossed the 100 million mark in a year...

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Google to wind down support for Wallet Card

Google has announced that it will drop support for the physical Wallet Card starting June 30. "You'll no longer be able to add money to your Wallet Balance after May 1, 2016," the company said in a blog post. "Any transactions made with your Wallet Card after June 30 will not be processed. Any pending transactions made before June 30 will still post to your account."Those looking for alternatives can opt for offerings from American Express or Simple, Google suggests, adding that both offer debit accounts with similar features, including a card. The Mountain View, California-based...

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LG G5 now available for purchase in the US

As scheduled, LG's newest flagship smartphone - the G5 - is now available for purchase in the United States. AT&T has listed the device on its website, and is selling it for $688 sans contract. Those opting for the carrier's Next plan can get the phone for as low as $22.97 a month.As you might already know, the G5 comes with a free battery and charging cradle in the US. On top of that AT&T is offering a $49.99 LG G Pad X 10.1 on a 2-year agreement to those purchasing the phone on the carrier's Next plan.You can also get a LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE smartwatch for $99.99 on...

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Deal: Buy Moto X Pure Edition or Droid Turbo 2 and get free Moto 360 (2014)

Are you a Motorola fan? Are you in the market for a smartphone and a smartwatch? If your answer to both these questions is yes, then here's a deal for you: Motorola is offering a free Moto 360 (1st gen) with every purchase of a Moto X Pure Edition or Droid Turbo 2.What's worth keeping in mind here is that the promo is only available on purchase of the 64GB variants of the phones, meaning you'll have to shell out $499 for the Moto X Pure and $720 for the Droid Turbo 2. The Moto 360 (2014) currently costs $199.99.After you've made up your mind on which phone to buy, just add it as...

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Spigen cases for the Galaxy S7 edge hands-on [VIDEO]

We were recently able to get our hands on Spigen's Galaxy S7 edge lineup of cases and decided to show you some of our favorites and no-so-favorites. When the Galaxy Note edge first came out, I was still working in retail and I had many customers come into the Samsung shop within Best Buy only to become frustrated that we didn't carry any cases for such a drastically different form factor.A couple of years later, and three edge devices later, Samsung's Galaxy S7 edge is the latest iteration of this unique form factor that requires a specially designed case. One that would be able to...

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Samsung+ customer support app gets live video chat and remote assistance

Samsung+ is Samsung's customer support app, that you can find preinstalled on a variety of the company's smartphones and tablets, including the recently released Galaxy S7 and S7 edge of course. And today Samsung+ has received a huge update, which should make its way to the Google Play Store in the next few hours.The first new thing is that you can live video chat with a Samsung customer support representative, or you can text or use a plain old voice call if you so wish. Remote assistance is built in too, which means you can grant a support rep permission to remotely operate and...

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Fitbit Blaze and Alta shipments cross 1 million mark in first month of availability

Fitbit has announced that it has shipped more than a million units of its Blaze smartwatch in the first month of the device's availability. The timepiece, which went on sale in the first week of March, has also become an Amazon best-seller both in the smart watch and heart monitor categories.Fitbit BlazeIn addition, the company also announced that shipments of its Alta fitness tracker have also crossed the one million mark, something which happened in the first three weeks of the device's retail availability.Fitbit Alta"At Fitbit, we continue to focus on developing...

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AT&T will give you a free 48-inch Samsung smart TV when you buy a Galaxy S7 or S7 edge

Here's yet another deal you can take advantage of if you're interested in purchasing one of Samsung's latest flagships from a US carrier. AT&T is, under certain conditions, going to give you a free 48-inch Samsung smart TV if you buy either a Galaxy S7 or S7 edge, starting tomorrow.You do need to get the phone using AT&T's Next installment plans, and in order to qualify you must have both AT&T wireless and DIRECTV service (of which at least one must be new). The following table explains in detail what you need in order to be eligible.So you're not eligible only if you upgrade an...

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Microsoft Office now has 1.2 billion users, 340 million mobile app downloads

Microsoft's Build conference has entered its second day today, and the company is busy boasting about the reach of its Office applications. According to Microsoft, there are now 1.2 billion Office users in the world, who spend an average of 3-4 hours per day using the suite.And before you think that those are all work computers, consider this: the Office mobile apps for Android and iOS have so far been downloaded no less than 340 million times. Things are going pretty well for Microsoft's Office 365 subscription service too, with more than 50,000 new small business customers opting for...

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Apple releases iOS 9.3.1 to fix crashes caused by tapping links

iOS 9.3 was released to the public on March 21, the same day as Apple's big event where it unveiled the iPhone SE and iPad Pro 9.7 (both of which are now available, by the way). Yet here we are just 10 days later and the company has deemed it necessary to already issue an emergency update for its mobile operating system.iOS 9.3.1 is now rolling out to supported iPhones, iPads, and iPod touch units across the world. Its only function is to fix a very nasty bug that somehow made the cut to the final version of iOS 9.3. This bug will render your Apple device useless after tapping on links in...

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Apple iPhone SE and iPad Pro 9.7 now shipping worldwide

Apple iPhone SE and iPad Pro 9.7 went official a few days ago and were made available on pre-order shortly after. While just a few markets participated in the first week of pre-orders, two days ago Apple extended the list by adding many more countries.The first batch of pre-orders was supposed to begin shipping today, and indeed it did. The new iPhone SE and iPad Pro 9.7 are now shipping as promised. Both devices are also available for purchase in Apple Retail Stores while other retailers should be offering them in few days, if not already.The iPhone SE launch, as suggested by the...

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Guess the smartphone that may trump the Samsung Galaxy S7 in 4K video quality

We're working on a smartphone review for you, one you're not really expecting, and it's due to be out tomorrow. While examining its camera performance, video quality in particular, we realized we had stumbled upon a true gem, and it couldn't wait - not for another minute, let alone tomorrow.So we figured we'd do an improvised comparison between this phone and the Samsung Galaxy S7. We ran out and shot a video on each. The two videos were captured within 60 seconds of each other, so the test was kept as fair as possible.Below we're showing you a few 1:1 crops from both camcorders and...

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**GSMArena** · 02-04-16, 19:00

While the final Marshmallow update for BlackBerry's Priv smartphone will arrive sometime around late April-early May, a beta update could be rolled out as soon as next week.This was hinted by Michael Clewley, who is the director of Handheld Software Product Management at the company.I'd talk about a #PRIV Marshmallow beta today but given #AprilFools you might not believe me! Gonna have to wait for next week— Michael Clewley (@MichaelClewley) April 1, 2016This comes just days after BlackBerry's debut Android phone was caught running Android Marshmallow in a video. Sadly,...

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OneDrive's iOS client now lets you download multiple photos and videos in one go

Microsoft has updated OneDrive's iOS app, bumping it to version 6.13.1. The update brings new features such as the ability to download multiple photos and videos in a single attempt, as well as some regular bug fixes."Save 1, save 2, save 10! You can now save as many photos and videos as you'd like back to your camera roll. Simply select the files, tap the Share command and there you will find the mythical Save Photos and Videos option," the change-log reads.As for bug fixes, they are related to issues with VoiceOver and albums. Finally, those having sync issues will have to just...

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Verizon Galaxy S6 getting April security patch already

While we already know that Verizon's Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge have started receiving Marshmallow updates, it has now come to light that the update also includes the latest Android security patch, at-least for the S6.Yes, the Verizon Galaxy S6 is getting the April security update, even before the Google Nexus devices or the BlackBerry Priv. Not to mention that this month's patch has not even been officially announced by Google yet.For those thinking how is that possible, it's worth mentioning that manufactures get access to a security patch 30 days before it's officially...

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Sony Mobile US makes job cuts, relocates office

Sony's US mobile unit has been relocated from Atlanta to the San Francisco Bay Area, and in the process, the company has also made an unspecified number of job cuts, according to a new report.The report also says that, Kunihiko Shiomi, who was previously the head of the Japanese company's US mobile development, has been made the unit's president. This change in leadership happened back in January this year.In case you don't already know, Sony Mobile has been struggling in the US for quite a few years now. According to market research firm IDC, the company has had a share of less...

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Huawei P9 to come with a Leica co-developed camera, senior exec confirms

Huawei and Leica announced in February they'll be working together on advancements in mobile photography, and the upcoming P9 flagship will be the first to take advantage of the shared expertise. The interesting fact was revealed by Huawei's deputy chairman of the board, Mr Guo Ping, at the Chinese company's press conference where the annual financial report was made public.We are going to launch our P9 flagship phone very soon and this is a product that we worked with Leica to produce.Meanwhile, an image has surfaced, depicting the already familiar back of the P9 with the dual-camera...

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OnePlus X gets a price cut in India

The OnePlus X has gotten a price cut on Amazon India, and now goes for INR 14,999 ($225). That is, the Onyx variant is discounted, both the Champagne (INR 16,999) and the Ceramic (INR 22,999) are still being sold for full price.OnePlus XThe OnePlus X is the company's smaller-sized model, which accompanies the self-proclaimed flagship killer OnePlus 2 (which as it happens also got a price cut a couple of weeks ago). The X features a 5-inch FullHD AMOLED display and is powered by the aging (but high-end nonetheless) Snapdragon 801, coupled with 3 gigs of RAM. A 13MP/8MP camera...

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$1930 gets you a gold-plated Samsung Galaxy S7 edge

Luxury specialists Karalux out of Vietnam are now offering a gold-plating service for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, so you can upgrade from your last-year 24K-covered Samsung flagship.Samsung's switched from A7000 to A6000 grade aluminum, Karalux says, which has forced the company to introduce changes to its manufacturing processes. It now takes 6 hours over 10 separate stages to put some extra bling on an already premium device.Gold-plated Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge by KaraluxThe pleasure of owning a gold-plated Galaxy S7 costs VND 35 million ($1570),...

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More price hikes for Verizon subscribers with a grandfathered unlimited plan

If you still have a grandfathered unlimited plan with Verizon that you are still hanging onto for dear life, Verizon is sending out another wave of price increases for customers whose plans weren't affected with Verizon's price hikes back in November.Just to reiterate, this price hike will not come to those whose monthly rates were already raised. This price hike is to come to customers whose rate was not affected by the first wave of increases. This time around, Verizon will up the rates of customers whose lines have fulfilled their contract.I don't blame Verizon, data is no...

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Acer Liquid Jade Primo review: Windows Prime

Windows phone models aren't that many, which makes sense as the platforms has a market share of less than 2%. You might even say they are a select group of phones, each designed to occupy a niche of its own. So the Acer Liquid Jade Primo is a specimen of a rare breed.

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Marshmallow will land on the BlackBerry Priv in late April or early May

Yesterday we caught a video showing the BlackBerry Priv running Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and now we finally have a rough release timeline for it to speak of.Last year BlackBerry promised to bring Marshmallow to its first Android smartphone in 2016, then this January that commitment was reiterated with details allegedly coming by the end of Q1. And sure enough, here we are in the first day of the second quarter of the year and we now know what to expect.The new software will be arriving on a BlackBerry Priv near you either in late April or in early May. That's still pretty vague, of...

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Verizon's Galaxy S6 and S6 edge are now receiving Marshmallow updates

Around a month and a half ago Samsung started rolling out updates to Android 6.0 Marshmallow for the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge (pictured below), last year's flagship smartphones. And now Verizon has finally caught up and commenced the same rollout for the S6 and S6 edge units it's sold.The update will make its way out in stages, so it could be quite a few days before it hits every S6 or S6 edge purchased from Verizon. Nevertheless, at least it is now on its way.If you have one of these devices and haven't received the update notification yet, you can obviously choose to manually check...

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Walmart drops iPhone prices by $100, Galaxy S6 and S7 by $150

An intriguing deal is apparently to be had if you want to purchase a new iPhone or Samsung smartphone and you head to Walmart to do the deed. The mega-retailer is said to be offering $100 off iPhones and $150 off two Samsung handsets, starting today and until the end of June.The Apple handsets that qualify are the iPhone 6s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, as well as the new iPhone SE. The Samsung phones in question are the Galaxy S6 and S7. That said, keep in mind that not every store will have the exact same models on offer, but you should find at least some of the aforementioned handsets in...

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Microsoft releases Lumia 650 in the US and Canada

Quite a while after its unveiling back in February, the Microsoft Lumia 650 is now finally available in the US and Canada. This comes after a three-week pre-order period for the new mid-range smartphone.The Lumia 650 can be yours for $199 or CAD 199, and for that price you'll receive a SIM-free and unlocked unit. You can order from Microsoft's online store here for the US and here for Canada. This handset has already been available in Europe for many weeks, so it's good to finally see it crossing the pond as well.It comes with a 5-inch 720p touchscreen, an 8 MP rear camera with LED...

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LG G5 arrives with Friends, we do the unboxing

LG has come up with a very nice G5 reviewer's kit and we just got ours. It's a big colorful box with fancy hinges and a retro fastener. Within the promising looking package we found the retail LG G5, the LG 360 Cam, the LG Cam Plus module, and the LG Hi-Fi Plus with B&O Play.We already had a very pleasant encounter with the LG G5, but it's just now that we see its retail box and contents. We'll be updating our review with the new test scores early next week.LG G5 and Friends boxFirst up among the LG Friends we received, is the LG 360 Cam. It's a standalone camera,...

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iPhone SE undergoes scratch, burn and bend tests

It's interesting to see how every new smartphone fares against wear and tear and the iPhone SE is no exception. Seasoned phone torturer JerryRigEverything has posted a video of doing some scratch, burn and bend tests to Apple's latest smartphone. It's as interesting as it's painful to watch.As you can see in the video below, the iPhone SE fails the bend test and arches at the volume rocker. This suggests to the conclusion that Apple hasn't used its premium Aluminum 7000-series and reverted back to the 6000-series. Given the shorter frame of the device that shouldn't be much of an issue...

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HTC 10 Mini running on Snapdragon 823 scheduled for September

The HTC 10 announcement is just around the corner - it is going to happen in 12 days, and we know most of the details already thanks to the numerous leaks throughout the past few months. We guess it's time to move onto the next big thing, which in this case is a little flagship.Apparently the HTC 10 will be getting a mini flavor - the HTC 10 Mini. As per the leaked memo sent to selected HTC insiders, the HTC 10 Mini will feature a 4.7" display (probably a 1080p unit) and will be powered by the Snapdragon 823 chipset with 4GB of RAM.The Snapdragon 823 chip is the same as the...

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One of these phones beats the Galaxy S7 in 4K video quality

Update: The mystery phone with the superb 4K video output is the Acer Liquid Jade Primo. Only 8% of you got it right, and the majority picked the HTC M9+ Supreme Camera.Yesterday we gave you a mystery to solve. Could you guess which phone beats the Samsung Galaxy S7 in 4K video quality? We already gave you a little hint - it's not the LG G5.If your initial guess included the Alcatel Idol 4s, Motorola Moto X Force, Apple iPhone SE, Acer Liquid Jade Primo or the HTC One M9+ Supreme Camera, then we have good news for you, you're one step closer.Now is the time to cast...

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Alleged Meizu Pro 6 mini and m3 note leak ahead of announcement

The Meizu Pro 6 and the Meizu m3 note has been popping in our rumor section for quite some time. The Meizu Pro 5 mini was part of the rumors for quite some time, but it got cancelled due to production delays.Today, we got a new picture revealing the Meizu m3 note and the Pro 6 mini. Check it out:The Meizu m3 note is supposed to go official on April 6. It should offer a 5.5" 1080p display, Helio X10 chipset with 2 or 3GB RAM (storage dependent), and a 3,200 mAh battery. One of the key upgrades over the m2 note is the new shiny metal chassis, probably following the footsteps of the...

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HTC 10 swings by FCC ahead of announcement

The HTC 10 is now approved by the FCC making the phone that little bit readier for its launch. HTC will officially unveil its upcoming flagship on April 12 in an online events.An interesting bit revealed by the regulatory is that there are actually two new HTC models - the 2PS6200 and 2PS6500. Unfortunately, there are no photos provided in the documents, as HTC has requested the FCC to withhold public information disclosure. It's also unclear what the differences between the two are, but we are guessing it boils down to network bands support.HTC 10 : Black/White •...

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**GSMArena** · 03-04-16, 19:11

Yes, we know we sort of did that already, and the G5 lost. But last time around it was just after announcement, and now that the reviews are out, there's firmer ground to make an informed opinion. That, and also now it's the LG G5 versus the non-edge Samsung Galaxy S7.The smartphones are priced identically, share some of the hardware (particularly if you're in the States, where the S7 comes with a Snapdragon 820 inside) and are overall two of the best handsets you can buy.Only they couldn't be more different. The G5 is the quirky one - you can dismantle it, it has friends, there are...

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Top 10 trending phones of week 13

A few minor movements took place this week in our Top 10 trending chart, plus a big one - and not because it was unexpected, but because it took place at the top. Yes, the iPhone SE couldn't hold on to the number one spot.Bottom to top though, we start with the Lenovo Vibe K4 Note, and it's slowly slipping down after the 8th spot in week 11, and 9th last week. A couple of Xiaomi Redmi Notes (Mediatek and Snapdragon flavors) are switching positions on a weekly basis, this time split by the iPhone 5s.In 6th we find the Samsung Galaxy J5 - a position it hold for a third week in a...

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New Microsoft Band 2 update brings ability to add more tiles, create challenges

Microsoft has rolled out a new update to its Band 2 fitness wearable that brings some new features such the ability to add more tiles and create challenges, as well as regular bug fixes. The update is available for all major mobile platforms.With the new update, you can now choose up to 20 tiles to appear on your Microsoft Band 2 start strip. In addition, the app now also lets you create challenges - for activities like steps, cardio minutes, runs, and bike rides - between you and your Facebook friends who also use the Microsoft Health app.The update also brings along the...

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Microsoft Lumia 650 spotted listed on Amazon India

Just a day after it was launched in the United States and Canada, the Microsoft Lumia 650 has been spotted listed on Amazon's India website. The device is being offered by a local retailer with shipments beginning April 30.As for the price, the white model carries a tag of INR 16,599 ($250), while the black one will set you back INR 16,700 ($252). Both variants offer dual-SIM capabilities.It's worth mentioning that Microsoft is yet to officially announce the Lumia 650 in India, although it is expected to happen very soon. In case you don't already know, the handset was first...

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Poll results: iPhone SE gets a cold reception

We hadn't had that in a while. Recent Hot-or-not polls have invariably ended with a stamp of approval, but not so with the latest iPhone SE.Apple's super mini (which, at 4 inches in diagonal, was ironically the size common sense dictated a few years ago) only managed to entice 42% of our readership, and naysayers were 3 out of 5 people.Then again the iPhone SE doesn't need to be loved by all, just by those who want a compact phone that can be used comfortably with a single hand. And that the SE delivers.Not only that, but the iPhone SE packs most of the hardware of the...

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Taylor Swift trips up in latest Apple Music commercial

After having a very public strife with Apple over Apple Music, Taylor Swift is now in the latest commercial for. Apple Music.Based on true events. #TAYLORvsTREADMILL @applemusic @Drake @1Futurehttps://t.co/ryUY3Yz7Prhttps://t.co/1eIHjoVIFU— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) April 1, 2016The video shows Swift running on a treadmill to the beat of Drake's Jumpman, getting distracted and falling spectacularly. First thought that comes to mind is if this is Apple's way of getting back at her, but of course it had to be a stunt double.Interestingly, the video was released through Taylor...

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Week 13 in review: Galaxy J-series, Xiaomi phablets, 4K video champ

Samsung's J-series got their mandatory (2016) overhaul and we now have the Galaxy J7 (2016), J5 (2016), and J3 (2016). That last one is only new for India, but there it even has a dedicated S bike mode for undisturbed bike riding, because that's exactly the feature everyone asked for (make sure you check it out though, the promo is loads of fun).The Xiaomi Mi 5 got launched in India this week, a Redmi 3 Pro was announced in China, a possible 4.3-inch smartphone was allegedly photographed in the wild, and rumors have the Mi Note 2 powered by a Snapdragon 823 and sporting 3D touch -...

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Google Photos lets you search with emoji

Google has added the ability to search through your Photos library using emoji.The emoji search works pretty much like text search. The search engine tries its best to match photos with the entered emoji. As you can see in the image above, searching for a tiger emoji pulled up the one picture of a tiger I had in my library.The search should work best for animals, vehicles, or food emoji, but for anything else you'd have to bust the standard keyboard. While it did seem like an April Fools' prank at first, it does work, and you can try it out for yourself.Source

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Report says Samsung will start selling foldable smartphones in 2017

We already know that Samsung is working on a foldable phone (internally dubbed Project Valley), and we've also seen some possible designs. Last we heard, there were rumors of it launching in January this year - that obviously didn't happen. Now, it looks like the device won't be coming this year.A new report from Samsung's home country of South Korea is claiming that the company will start mass-producing foldable displays by end of this year, with foldable smartphones arriving next year.The report notes that Samsung's foldable device would be a 5-inch smartphone in folded form,...

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LG G5 can now be purchased from all Big Four US carriers

If you recall, we've already told you about LG G5's availability on AT&T. However, if AT&T isn't the carrier of your choice, you'll be glad to know that the flagship smartphone is now available for purchase from all major US carriers, including the Big Four ones.While AT&T has the handset listed for $689, Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint are selling it for $624, $630, and $576, respectively. US Cellular is also carrying the device, selling it for $585.As for colors, aside from Verizon and T-Mobile - which only have the silver/titan and silver/gold options - all other carriers have...

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Tesla has already received 232K pre-orders for its Model 3 electric car

Less than a couple of days after Tesla announced its upcoming Model 3 car, the company has already received a whopping 232,000 pre-orders for the electric vehicle. This was revealed by CEO Elon Musk in a tweet today.Now 232k orders— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 2, 2016The number was 180,000 exactly a day after the announcement, with an average cost of $42,000 per vehicle. In case you aren't already aware, the Model 3 starts at $35,000.Model 3 orders at 180,000 in 24 hours. Selling price w avg option mix prob $42k, so ~$7.5B in a day. Future of electric cars looking bright!—...

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AT&T Galaxy J3 (2016) launch confirmed for May 6, pricing revealed

While there have already been credible leaks about it, the AT&T variant of Samsung's Galaxy J3 (2016) has now been officially confirmed. The carrier says that the device will be available for purchase next month - May 6 to be precise.As for the price, you'll be able to grab the AT&T Galaxy J3 (2016) by agreeing to pay $5.67 per month for a total of 30 months on the carrier's Next 24 installment plan. Sadly, the handset will only be available in white color option.For those who aren't aware, the device is already available for purchase in the US as Virgin and Boost Mobile have been...

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OneDrive's iOS client now lets you download multiple photos and videos in one go

Microsoft has updated OneDrive's iOS app, bumping it to version 6.13.1. The update brings new features such as the ability to download multiple photos and videos in a single attempt, as well as some regular bug fixes."Save 1, save 2, save 10! You can now save as many photos and videos as you'd like back to your camera roll. Simply select the files, tap the Share command and there you will find the mythical Save Photos and Videos option," the change-log reads.As for bug fixes, they are related to issues with VoiceOver and albums. Finally, those having sync issues will have to just...

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Verizon Galaxy S6 getting April security patch already

While we already know that Verizon's Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge have started receiving Marshmallow updates, it has now come to light that the update also includes the latest Android security patch, at-least for the S6.Yes, the Verizon Galaxy S6 is getting the April security update, even before the Google Nexus devices or the BlackBerry Priv. Not to mention that this month's patch has not even been officially announced by Google yet.For those thinking how is that possible, it's worth mentioning that manufactures get access to a security patch 30 days before it's officially...

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Sony Mobile US makes job cuts, relocates office

Sony's US mobile unit has been relocated from Atlanta to the San Francisco Bay Area, and in the process, the company has also made an unspecified number of job cuts, according to a new report.The report also says that, Kunihiko Shiomi, who was previously the head of the Japanese company's US mobile development, has been made the unit's president. This change in leadership happened back in January this year.In case you don't already know, Sony Mobile has been struggling in the US for quite a few years now. According to market research firm IDC, the company has had a share of less...

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Huawei P9 to come with a Leica co-developed camera, senior exec confirms

Huawei and Leica announced in February they'll be working together on advancements in mobile photography, and the upcoming P9 flagship will be the first to take advantage of the shared expertise. The interesting fact was revealed by Huawei's deputy chairman of the board, Mr Guo Ping, at the Chinese company's press conference where the annual financial report was made public.We are going to launch our P9 flagship phone very soon and this is a product that we worked with Leica to produce.Meanwhile, an image has surfaced, depicting the already familiar back of the P9 with the dual-camera...

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OnePlus X gets a price cut in India

The OnePlus X has gotten a price cut on Amazon India, and now goes for INR 14,999 ($225). That is, the Onyx variant is discounted, both the Champagne (INR 16,999) and the Ceramic (INR 22,999) are still being sold for full price.OnePlus XThe OnePlus X is the company's smaller-sized model, which accompanies the self-proclaimed flagship killer OnePlus 2 (which as it happens also got a price cut a couple of weeks ago). The X features a 5-inch FullHD AMOLED display and is powered by the aging (but high-end nonetheless) Snapdragon 801, coupled with 3 gigs of RAM. A 13MP/8MP camera...

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$1930 gets you a gold-plated Samsung Galaxy S7 edge

Luxury specialists Karalux out of Vietnam are now offering a gold-plating service for the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, so you can upgrade from your last-year 24K-covered Samsung flagship.Samsung's switched from A7000 to A6000 grade aluminum, Karalux says, which has forced the company to introduce changes to its manufacturing processes. It now takes 6 hours over 10 separate stages to put some extra bling on an already premium device.Gold-plated Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge by KaraluxThe pleasure of owning a gold-plated Galaxy S7 costs VND 35 million ($1570),...

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More price hikes for Verizon subscribers with a grandfathered unlimited plan

If you still have a grandfathered unlimited plan with Verizon that you are still hanging onto for dear life, Verizon is sending out another wave of price increases for customers whose plans weren't affected with Verizon's price hikes back in November.Just to reiterate, this price hike will not come to those whose monthly rates were already raised. This price hike is to come to customers whose rate was not affected by the first wave of increases. This time around, Verizon will up the rates of customers whose lines have fulfilled their contract.I don't blame Verizon, data is no...

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**GSMArena** · 04-04-16, 19:14

It would appear Samsung has done its sales magic yet again. Despite a pronounced slowdown in the high-end market, its Galaxy S7 duo has managed to exceed sales expectations.The figures are far from final, but according to Jay Yoo, industry analyst at Korea Investment & Securities, Samsung has already exceeded the initial 7 million unit estimate and has managed to ship around 9.5 million S7 phones. This has mandated some major forecast recalculations, which has naturally attributed for a raise in share value - 2.4% on Wednesday in an 18-week high.It appears that the...

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iPad Pro 9.7" teardown show tightly packed components, low repairability

The time for the iPad Pro 9.7 teardown is upon us, thanks to the professional disassemblers at iFixit. What everyone expected to be an iteration of the iPad Air 2, turned out to be a scaled down version of the 12.9" iPad Pro and as such every millimeter inside the alloy body is put to good use.The iPad Pro 9.7" is hard to open and requires a lot of patience and heating, but once open you can see just how cramped the inside is. The largest component, naturally, is the battery. In this iPad Pro it has a rating of 27.91 Whr (7,306mAh), which is slightly better than the iPad Air 2's 27.62...

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Meizu Pro 6 leaks in a new pair of photos

The Meizu Pro 6 has really been getting a lot of publicity lately. The whole iPhone 7 resemblance was more or less an attention-grabber, but even beyond that the handset has had its fair share of leaks.The latest batch of leaked photos offers a glimpse at both the front and the back of the phone and once again reaffirms the significant design similarities between the Pro 6 and its predecessor - the Pro 5. The shots in question seem to come from a shoot we already caught a glimpse of a few days back, making it quite a bit more believable.Overall, the images don't really...

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New Meizu m3 note leak reveals launch price

Meizu definitely has a solid midrange smartphone lin-up and the upcoming m3 note will add even more substance to it. A recent leaked teaser image shows that Meizu plans to price the m3 note at just $170 (CNY 1,099).If this turns out to be true, then the company will not only be highly competitive against the likes of rivals in the Xiaomi, Lenovo and LeTV camp, but also it's very own Meizu Metal line-up. The Metal rocks a similar price in China and the upcoming metal 2 is believed to follow suite.The m3 note should offer an all-new alloy body 3500 instead of a plastic one and a...

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ZenFone 3 and ZenFone 3 Deluxe surface in possible renders

Asus struck gold with the ZenFone 2, which despite its naming disaster and veritable model chaos managed to deliver big in the value department with powerful hardware and an affordable price point. Naturally, fans have been waiting anxiously for the Taiwanese giant's next step since and by all accounts, it should come in the shape of the ZenFone 3.We have already heard quite a bit about the handset, including some TENAA listings, talk of a fingerprint reader and a suggested May or June release frame. However, the Zenfone 3 is still quite illusive and we're not even sure whether it will...

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BBM adds message retraction, timed messages to free version

BlackBerry has updated its BlackBerry Messenger client across Android, iOS, and BlackBerry 10 with some useful new features.The main new feature here is message retraction. You can now retract messages after sending them, or even edit them. This can be useful if you sent something by mistake and don't wish the other person to see it. This works in one on one chats as well as group chats.BBM also supports timed messages now, where the messages disappear after a certain time once the recipient has seen them. Previously both features were only available via a paid add-on.Other...

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Leaked render shows off Huawei P9's back

The Huawei P9 - which is scheduled to be unveiled on April 6 - has been the subject of several image leaks so far. Now, a new image, which apparently looks like a press render, has leaked clearly showing off the back of the smartphone.The image clearly shows a dual rear camera setup, which has already been officially confirmed by the Chinese company, as well as a finger print scanner. In addition, the image also re-confirms that the handset comes with a Leica co-developed camera.As for the specs, from what all has been rumored so far, the phone is powered by a Kirin 950 SoC and...

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Olloclip 4-in-1 Photo Lens review

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