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LG Optimus G Pro value pack update unveiled, shown on video

LG Optimus G Pro value pack update unveiled, shown on video

11 April, 2013 | comments (68)

LG will be issuing an update to its flagship Optimus G Pro, which will bring some new features along with improvements to old ones. The update will be arriving to Korean users on April 12. LG released a video showing off the new features on the...

Tags: LG, Android


Oppo working on a quad-core smartphone with 6.1mm profile

Oppo working on a quad-core smartphone with 6.1mm profile

10 April, 2013 | comments (36)

The Chinese manufacturer Oppo had created a buzz among the tech enthusiast with its Find 5 smartphone, which was the slimmest FullHD flagship when it was announced. As we found later it was also able to stand its ground quite successfully against...

Tags: Oppo, Android, Rumors


HTC One is available in the US on Amazon, costs an arm and a leg

HTC One is available in the US on Amazon, costs an arm and a leg

10 April, 2013 | comments (67)

The HTC One launch was delayed in most countries, but several units have made their way to the US, it’s currently available for purchase on Amazon at prices starting from $850 (though prices as low as $800 have been seen). The seller offering the...

Tags: Samsung, Android, AT&T


Google to be sued by Fairsearch coalition in Europe

Google to be sued by Fairsearch coalition in Europe

10 April, 2013 | comments (157)

The Fairsearch.org coalition, a group of 17 companies, which includes the likes of Microsoft, Nokia, and Oracle, have united under the common banner of fair competition in online and mobile search, or, by extension, against the undisputed search...

Tags: Samsung, Android, AT&T


ZTE Geek announced, 2GHz Intel Clover Trail+ inside

ZTE Geek announced, 2GHz Intel Clover Trail+ inside

10 April, 2013 | comments (29)

ZTE has just announced the ZTE Geek smartphone at IDF in Beijing. It features a 5-inch 720p display and is powered by the Intel Clover Trail+ platform (the same as on the Lenovo K900). The Clover Trail+ inside the Geek packs a 2GHz dual-core...

Tags: ZTE, Android


Jelly Bean now available on AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket

Jelly Bean now available on AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket

10 April, 2013 | comments (30)

Galaxy S II Skyrocket users rejoice, the long-awaited Jelly Bean update for your smartphone has arrived. As it turns out Samsung has not forgotten its loyal S II users on AT&T's network, and has just released the Android 4.1.2 update. The phone...

Tags: Samsung, Android, AT&T


More Apple iPhone 5S concepts surface, suggest 2 screen sizes

More Apple iPhone 5S concepts surface, suggest 2 screen sizes

10 April, 2013 | comments (153)

We came across a couple of iPhone designs which we haven't seen before. The first appears to be made out of plastic and closely resembles the popular iPod Touch. It will allegedly be the rumored cheaper new iPhone. It also appears to have a slightly...

Tags: Apple, iPhone, Rumors


T-Mobile US launches iPhone 5 on April 12; 4/4S trade-in avalable

T-Mobile US launches iPhone 5 on April 12; 4/4S trade-in avalable

10 April, 2013 | comments (30)

T-Mobile USA announced today the pricing and availability of the iPhone 5 for their network. The carrier has kept its uncharacteristic promise to give Apple's latest and greatest with $0 upfront to its loyal iPhone users. The trade-in offer...

Tags: Apple, iOS, T-Mobile


Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 will hit US stores on April 11 for $400

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 will hit US stores on April 11 for $400

09 April, 2013 | comments (87)

Following last weeks debut in the UK, Samsung has announced the Galaxy Note 8.0 will hit US stores on April 11 for a suggested price of $400. It will be available directly from Samsung, as well as Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg, Staples and...


EE speeds up its 4G network promises 80Mbps top speed

EE speeds up its 4G network promises 80Mbps top speed

09 April, 2013 | comments (48)

Everything Everywhere, which is popularly known as EE, will be increasing the data speeds across its 4G network. The company claims the maximum speeds will reach 80Mbps, while the average speeds will be increased to 20Mbps. EE will be...

Tags: EE, 4G


Asus Fonepad to hit UK on April 26, cost £179.99

Asus Fonepad to hit UK on April 26, cost £179.99

09 April, 2013 | comments (21)

Asus revealed its Fonepad at this year's Mobile World Congress and the company has now announced the availability and the pricing of its 7-inch tablet in UK. The potential consumers can pre-order the Fonepad, starting from April 12 from Carphone...

Tags: ASUS, Android


Sony Xperia Z could be headed for T-Mobile US

Sony Xperia Z could be headed for T-Mobile US

09 April, 2013 | comments (29)

Testing of the latest Sony flagship, the Xperia Z, by T-Mobile for use on its US network have reportedly started according to several sources. While this doesn't mean that we'll definitely be seeing the device on the Magenta network with any degree...

Tags: Sony, Android, Rumors


Xiaomi MI-2S with new chipset announced, faster than the S4?

Xiaomi MI-2S with new chipset announced, faster than the S4?

09 April, 2013 | comments (91)

Oh, Xiaomi – you keep teasing us with low-priced superphones that are a challenge to buy outside of China. The latest offering is an S version of the recent Xiaomi MI-2 and it packs a Snapdragon 600 chipset (over the S4 Pro of the MI-2). The...

Tags: Xiaomi, Android


Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 specs list confirms 6.3

Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 specs list confirms 6.3" HD display

09 April, 2013 | comments (139)

Following the footsteps of the Galaxy Mega 5.8 yesterday, comes the complete specs sheet of the Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 upcoming phablet. According to SamMobile, the Galaxy Mega 6.3 will pack a 6.3" PLS display of HD resolution and is going...

Tags: Samsung, Android


HTC One launched in India for Rs. 42,990

HTC One launched in India for Rs. 42,990

09 April, 2013 | comments (156)

HTC has launched their latest Android flagship device, the HTC One, in India for ₹42,990, which is approximately $789, unlocked. The phone is expected to go on sale towards the end of this month. HTC has tied up with Reliance Communications to...

Tags: HTC, Android, Touch UI


Images of Micromax A115 Canvas 3D surface online

Images of Micromax A115 Canvas 3D surface online

08 April, 2013 | comments (105)

The Micromax A110 Canvas 2 and the Micromax A116 Canvas HD enjoyed quite good reception and it looks like the Indian firm is all set to introduce the 3D version of its phablet. The images of Micromax A115 Canvas 3D have surfaced online. The...


Samsung Galaxy Mega specs confirmed, 5.8-inch display in tow

Samsung Galaxy Mega specs confirmed, 5.8-inch display in tow

08 April, 2013 | comments (147)

Samsung is all set to introduce a new series of "Galaxy Mega" smartphones and the detailed specifications of the first of those have surfaced online. According to a report from SamMobile, the Galaxy Mega 5.8, which is codenamed as GT-I9152...

Tags: Samsung, Android


Unaudited Q1 results from HTC show 98% decline in net profit

Unaudited Q1 results from HTC show 98% decline in net profit

08 April, 2013 | comments (110)

HTC included some preliminary Q1 results in its monthly financial report and the numbers aren’t looking good. After a poor performance in the second half of last year, HTC was hoping the One will help it bounce back up, but difficulties in...

Tags: HTC, Android


Samsung announces global availability for the Galaxy Win

Samsung announces global availability for the Galaxy Win

08 April, 2013 | comments (72)

The Samsung Galaxy Win was announced last week as a China exclusive, but today the company announced it's going to be making the mid-ranger available globally. The smartphone runs Android 4.1 Jelly Bean on a 1.2GHz quad-core CPU, packs a 4.7”...

Tags: Samsung, Android


Press image of Nokia Lumia 928 for Verizon Wireless leaks out

Press image of Nokia Lumia 928 for Verizon Wireless leaks out

06 April, 2013 | comments (216)

A press image of the previously tipped, long-awaited Nokia Lumia 928 for Verizon Wireless has made the rounds on Twitter. The Big Red's upcoming Windows Phone 8 flagship will likely be officially released by the end of this month. As its...