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The New HTC One Will Launch On 25th March 2014

We have seen various leaks for the new HTC One aka M8, resting all those leaks and rumors; HTC has confirmed that they will launch their new flagship on 25th March 2014.

The company has released a video on YouTube, which tells about the HTC boomsound from the dual front speakers. In the video; old HTC One is compared with the new HTC One, but the new phone has been censored along with its features. No other information is available, but if rumors are to be believed the M8 will have different specs compared to the HTC One including a 5-inch 1080p display powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8974 coupled with 3 GB of RAM and Sense 6.0 UI on top of Android 4.4.2 KitKat.

Further rumored specs include an UltraPixel camera setup at the back is designed to use an 8mp sensor and a 4 MP sensor as opposed to the dual 5MP setup we have all been hearing. The led flash, like the one seen on the Apple iPhone 5s, is a dual-tone type. We will give you updated, once we hear more till then you can enjoy the video below:

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February 27, 2014
Samsung Details Exynos 5422, 5260 Chipsets

Samsung is adding two new processors to its Exynos family. The Samsung Exynos 5422 is an updated, faster version of the Exynos 5420 octa-core processor, while the new Exynos 5260 is the company’s first hexa-core chip.

The line struggles to compete with Qualcomm when it comes to LTE radio capabilities, so like previous releases we’ll see the Exynos version of the phone in markets where LTE isn’t an option yet. In the US and in parts of Europe where LTE has been steadily growing, we’ll see the Qualcomm variant so users can take advantage of the special bonded download feature Samsung has implemented for the Galaxy S5.

The 5422 has four Cortex-A15 cores clocked at 2.1GHz and four Cortex-A7 cores @ 1.5GHz. This is a good 200MHz upgrade over the previous Exynos 5420 SoC. The 5422, naturally, uses the big.LITTLE ARM architecture, but comes with Samsung’s own tweak – HMP (Heterogeneous Multi Processing) technology. The HMP allows the device to utilize any combination of cores, even all eight, at once.

Another addition to the Samsung’s Exynos family is the 5 Hexa or the Exynos 5260, is seen in the Galaxy Note 3 Neo, which features six CPU cores: two 1.7GHz ARM Cortex A15 cores and four 1.3GHz ARM Cortex A7 cores.

As per Samsung, the Exynos 5 Hexa supports WQXGA (2560 x 1600) display resolution and also supports full-HD (1080p) playback at up to 60 frames-per-second (fps).

Samsung further revealed that the samples of the processor are scheduled for mass production in the first quarter of 2014, while the Exynos 5260 is currently in mass production.

February 26, 2014
A New Record? Goophone Clones Galaxy S5 in TWO Days!

Goophone has come out in support of those who can’t afford the newly launched Samsung Galaxy S5 – by cloning the device in just 2 days and naming it, imaginatively, the Goophone S5.

The Goophone S5 will pack a 5-inch 1920×1080 display and will be powered by a MediaTek octa-core chipset clocked at 2GHz. It will come with 2GB of RAM, 32GB of onboard storage, WiFi, dual-SIM capabilities, a 2,800mAh battery, a 13MP rear-facing camera, a 5MP front-facing camera, and will be priced at $300.

The Samsung Galaxy S5 on the other hand, features a 5.1 inch Super AMOLED Full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The Galaxy S5 is powered by a 2.5 Ghz Snapdragon 800 processor and runs on Android 4.4 KitKat. This latest flagship from Samsung is packed with a 2 GB of RAM and 16/32 GB internal storage options along with expandability of 64 GB via MicroSD card.

The knockoff S5 obviously contains the “Goophone” branding on the rear shell, but that appears to be the only design element that differentiates the two pieces of kit.

The Goophone S5 will compliment the company’s line of familiar looking offerings, like the Goophone i5S,Goophone i5C, Goophone N3 and the Goophone Smart Watch.

We’re not sure if Samsung will be taking any legal action against Goophone and their blatant and very obvious Galaxy S5 ripoff. The official site for the product is currently showing as “out of stock“.

February 26, 2014
MWC : Samsung Announces KNOX 2.0

Samsung has launched Samsung Knox 2.0, the second generation of its enterprise orientated security software.

Samsung has sold over 25 million devices running Knox, with more than one million active users on the platform. Samsung also revealed this week that it sees 210,000 Knox-enabled devices each month, translating to an average of approximately 7,000 devices each day.

Thus, with a new slew of Galaxy mobile devices on the way, so to is the next version of Knox.

One of the greatest updates to arrive on KNOX 2.0 is how it handles Android apps. In its first version Samsung focussed on individual work and personal “containers” and needed to have separate apps in each, but now they’ve improved the wrapping process by removing the need for dedicated environments and this reportedly works with “most of Android apps.” In addition, Samsung will launch a dedicated Knox marketplace that desires to be a one stop shop for SMBs to find and buy enterprise-related apps.

Knox 2.0 will also take advantage of the Galaxy S5’s new fingerprint scanner embedded in the home button, just as Apple did with the Touch ID sensor in the iPhone 5S.

KNOX 2.0 will be come pre-installed on the Galaxy S5 and those with KNOX 1.0 will be able score 2.0 after upgrading to KitKat.

February 26, 2014
Hands on With Samsung Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo

Talking about the new launch, Samsung has now left the Galaxy tag with these new watches because of the change of OS from Android to Tizen. Samsung says that with the new operating system and the new Samsung Gear 2, users can get a 3 days of battery power in one charge.

Furthermore, the company has not only made software changes but also has changed the design. Having said that, the new Samsung Gear 2 has a camera at the front, which certainly enhances the look of the wearable as it avoids the big bump as on its predecessor. Even the mic has shifted to the watch from the strap. Both these changes can allow users to swap the bands, and allow users to personalize the look of these devices.

Samsung has also included its favorite home button to the new Gear 2, which was missing on the Galaxy Gear. As Samsung has launched two variants, the Gear 2 and the Gear 2 Neo; the specification remains somewhat same for both. Talking about the specifications, the new wearable device sports the same 1.63-inch 320 x 320 pixels touchscreen, the watches are powered by a 1 GHz Dual Core processor, which is am upgrade from the 800 MHz processor seen before. Further in, the Gear 2 is packed with a 4 GB internal storage and 512 MB RAM, infrared, S Voice, a heart rate sensor, IP67 certification(Water and Dust resistance).

The only major difference between the newbies Gear 2 and the Gear 2 Neo is of the camera. The Gear 2 features a 2 MP AF camera which can take 720p video and on the other hand, the Gear 2 Neo is missing on the camera. Samsung has not shared the price details, but it should be out soon. Check out our Hands-On video above and the image gallery below:

Samsung Gear 2:

Gear 2

Samsung Gear 2 Neo:

Gear 2 Neo

February 26, 2014
Hands-On With Samsung Gear Fit: First Wearable Device With a Curved Super AMOLED Display

Samsung has launched one of a kind wearable device with a curved Super AMOLED touch display, to which the company claims is the first wearable device with a curved Super AMOLED display. The Gear Fit is launched at the MWC 2014 along with the Gear 2 and the Gear 2 Neo.

The Samsung Gear Fit sports a 1.84 inch curved Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 432 x 128 pixels. This new wearable device is equipped with a pedometer, heart rate monitor, and a sleep monitor. Furthermore, the Gear Fit has a fitness app, an exercise mode, stopwatch, timer, schedule, smart relay, media controller.

The Gear Fit wearable device is a fitness band which is focused on health. However, the company proudly says that this fitness wearable is different for any available alternative in the market as this has the capability to perform tasks like show notifications, reject calls, and play music.

The Gear Fit is dust and water resistant with IP67 certification. This wearable device is loaded with Bluetooth 4.0 LE (low energy) wireless connectivity. The Gear Fit is powered by a 210 mAh battery, and the company claims will give usage of 3 to 4 days, and up to 5 days with low usage.

Users can swap the wrist bands of the Gear fit, and replace with the other color options Samsung has. The company has also launched some more, designer bands for their wearable devices. You can check our Hands-On video above and image gallery below:

Gear Fit

Gear Fit

February 26, 2014
Hands On With The Slimmest Tablet: Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet

The Xperia Z2 Tablet is the successor to the Xperia Z Tablet. This tablet comes with many considerable changes, it measures 6.4 mm in thickness which can put the iPad Air to shame when it comes to thickness.

However, being slim is not only the USP here, as the company has also upgraded the specifications. The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet sports a 10.1 inch Live Color LED display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels.Sony has used its BRAVIA TV technology to generate brighter and more consistent colors, by using a mix of red and green phosphor and blue LEDs.

The Xperia Z2 Tablet is powered by a 2.3 Ghz Quad-Core CPU with a Snapdragon 801 chipset. Packed with a 3 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage, expandable storage via MicroSD card. The device is included with an Exmor RS sensor for this tab’s 8.1 MP primary camera, and a 2.2 MP front(Secondary) camera retains the same Exmor R sensor as on the Xperia Z tablet.

The device is packed with a 6000 mAh battery and runs on Android 4.4 KitKat. Retaining all these features the Xperia Z2 tablet still manages to be waterproof keeping up the names of Xperia devices and should be available in major markets by March. Check out the image gallery and our hands-on video coming soon.

February 26, 2014
MWC : BlackBerry Z3 and Q20 Announced

BlackBerry has unwrapped two new handsets at the Barcelona expo – the BlackBerry Q20 and BlackBerry Z3.

The BlackBerry- and Foxconn-built 3G-only BlackBerry Z3 is an entry-level BlackBerry 10 smartphone running 10.2.1 with a 5-inch 960×540 pixel qHD display, a 1.2 GHz dual-core Snapdragon processor, 1.5 GB RAM, 8GB storage, a 2650 mAh non-removable battery, a 5MP rear camera and a 1.1MP front-facing camera. The BlackBerry Z3 will be available in Indonesia this coming April for under $200. There are future plans to create the Z3 as an LTE-capable device, but no indication of an Indian release.

CEO John Chen also said the company will bring a ‘classic’ take on one of their BlackBerry 10 smartphones. It was rumoured that BlackBerry would re-introduce the “belt” of function keys and trackpad back into its devices and Chen confirmed this by saying the Q20, along with a “classic” BlackBerry look, will launch later this year.

The Q20, available before the end of the year, will have a traditional BlackBerry layout, aimed squarely at the company’s original core business and government customers, Chen said. BlackBerry has not revealed much about the device’s specs just yet, but has confirmed the phone will feature “sculpted” keys and frets on the keyboard, similar to the popular BlackBerry Q10 design which made typing an absolute joy.

February 25, 2014
Samsung Gear Fit is the First Wearable Device With a Curved Super AMOLED Display

Samsung has launched one of a kind wearable device with a curved Super AMOLED touch display, to which the company claims is the first wearable device with a curved Super AMOLED display. The Gear Fit is launched at the MWC 2014 along with the Gear 2 and the Gear 2 Neo.

The Samsung Gear Fit sports a 1.84 inch curved Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 432 x 128 pixels. This new wearable device is equipped with a pedometer, heart rate monitor, and a sleep monitor. Furthermore, the Gear Fit has a fitness app, an exercise mode, stopwatch, timer, schedule, smart relay, media controller.

The Gear Fit wearable device is a fitness band which is focused on health. However, the company proudly says that this fitness wearable is different for any available alternative in the market as this has the capability to perform tasks like show notifications, reject calls, and play music.

The Gear Fit is dust and water resistant with IP67 certification. This wearable device is loaded with Bluetooth 4.0 LE (low energy) wireless connectivity. The Gear Fit is powered by a 210 mAh battery, and the company claims will give usage of 3 to 4 days, and up to 5 days with low usage.

Samsung understands that the next generation of wearable mobile solutions must directly reflect of the diverse interests and needs of consumers,” said JK Shin, CEO and President of IT & Mobile Division, Samsung Electronics. “In response, our Gear product portfolio continues to expand with unique devices for a wide range of lifestyles, including the new Gear Fit designed to help those consumers striving to live more fit and active lives without sacrificing their own personal style or their ability to stay connected on the go.”

Pricing information is not yet available, but we will update you once we hear more. Stay tuned!

February 25, 2014
Hands-On With Sony Xperia Z2: With 5.2″ FHD Display, 4k Video and Snapdragon 801

Sony has unveiled its flagship device for 2014, the Xperia Z2 at the Mobile World Congress 2014. The Sony Xperia Z2 is the latest member in the Xperia series, and comes with many considerable changes.

Sony Xperia Z2 has borrowed alot from its already available brother, the Xperia Z1. Talking about the specs, the device sports a 5.2 inch full HD Live Color LED Triluminos display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The Xperia Z2 is powered by a 2.3 GHz Quad-Core CPU and Snapdragon 801 chipset and runs on Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box. The device is packed with a 3 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage with expandable memory upto 64 GB via MicroSD card.

Talking about the camera, Sony Xperia Z2 sports the same camera as we have seen on the Xperia Z1; a 20.7 MP Exmor RS camera. However, the same camera brings different features, as the new Xperia Z2 will record videos in 4k resolution and will also be able to record slow motion videos at 120fps(720p). The user interface has also modified, small things like the clear all button will make the user experience great.

The Xperia Z2 comes with IPX5 and IPX8 waterproof rating and IP5X dust proof rating. Further in, the Xperia Z2 is packed with a 3200 mah battery which seems fair with these boosted specs that we see. No price information is available yet, but we will update you once we hear more. Check out our hands-on video above, and the image gallery below:

February 25, 2014
Hands On With the LG G Pro 2; With 5.9″ FHD Display, 4K Video & 3 GB RAM

LG has officially unveiled the G Pro 2 at the Mobile World Congress 2014. However, LG has not shared any price information and we expect the availability to by the end of first quarter of this year.

Talking about the device; The G Pro 2 very much looks like the G2. However, the device features a 5.9 Inch Full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, which is 0.4 inch large than what was seen on the G Pro. The G Pro 2 is powered by a 2.26 GHz Quad-Core CPU and Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 Chipset along with Adreno 330 GPU. Further in, the device is packed with a 3 GB of RAM and 16/32 GB of inbuilt storage with a memory card slot.

The LG G Pro 2 has a 13 MP primary camera(OIS+) which does 4k video and slow motion video at 120 fps. The G Pro 2 has a 2.1 MP secondary camera. Records in 120fps HD and allows editing of video in three different speeds — one-half slow motion, one-fourth slow motion and original. The LG G Pro 2 runs on Android 4.4 KitKat and is equipped with a giant 3200 mAh removable battery.

LG plans to launch this smartphone in various color options and with a variety of covers as well. You can check out our hands on video above and the image gallery below:

February 25, 2014
Samsung Galaxy S5 is Packed With Many Features: Here is Everything You Want To Know

Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S5. As suggested by the trailer released sometime back, the Galaxy S5 brings in alot of new features. After the success of the Galaxy S4, Samsung is now ready to make more customers after selling more than 200 Million S devices.

Lets talk about whats new; When it is about Samsung, folks usually do not expect more, specially when it is about the looks. Keeping up to it the Galaxy S5 shares the same look as any other Galaxy device, however, with some enhancements. The Galaxy S5 has a leather like dotted back which is in any case better than the usual plastic on old devices. This new back design is not like what we have seen on the Note 3 and other recent devices, check out the image below:

Moving further in, the Galaxy S5 is launched with some unexpected features as well. To start with, the Galaxy S5 is IP67 Dust and water Resistant, which means; it can be used in rain, while swimming etc, but keeping in mind it is not water proof. The Galaxy S5 also features a hear rate sensor, located just below the back camera and aside to the flash light. It also offers a Finger Scanner, providing a secure, biometric screen locking feature and a seamless and safe mobile payment experience to the users.

With the Galaxy S5, Samsung is going back to basics to focus on delivering the capabilities that matter most to our consumers,” said JK Shin, President and Head of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung. “Consumers are looking for mobile tools that inspire and support them as they improve their everyday lives. The Galaxy S5 represents an iconic design with essential and useful features to focus on delivering the ultimate smartphone on the market today through people inspired innovation.”

The device has alot more features inside, but lets talk about the specifications first. The Samsung Galaxy S5 sports a 5.1 Full HD Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The Galaxy S5 is powered by a 2.5 GHz Quad-Core CPU, Snapdragon 800 chipset and Adreno 330 GPU.

This new Galaxy is packed with a 2 GB of RAM and 16/32 GB of storage which is expandable to 128 GB via MicroSD card. The Galaxy S5 sports a 16 MP camera with an enhanced menu and user interface that allow take, edit and share photos. The Galaxy S5 offers the world’s fastest autofocus speed up to 0.3 seconds. The new Selective Focus feature allows users to focus on a specific area of an object while blurring out the background. Most importantly, the Galaxy S5 also is capable to shoot 4K videos.

The device is packed with a 2800 mAh battery which is removable if required. Talking about the battery, Samsung has introduced a Ultra Power Saving Mode which turns the display to black and white, and shuts down all unnecessary features to minimize the battery consumption. During the keynote, the company said if the S5 is at 10% battery level and if you switch on the Ultra Power Saving Mode, the device will further be active on standby for 24 hours. Connectivity options include WiFi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac HT80, MIMO(2×2), Bluetooth®: 4.0 BLE / ANT+, USB: USB 3.0, NFC and IR Remote.

Lets get back to the remaining features; S Health 3.0, the new Galaxy S5 offers more tools to help users stay fit and well. It provides a personal fitness tracker to help users monitor and manage their behavior, along with additional tools including a pedometer, diet and exercise records, and a new, built-in heart rate monitor. The new S Health app can sync with Samsung’s Gear line of wearables, including the Gear Fit fitness band, Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo, and it offers guided coaching and feedback while you work out.

The User Interface on the Galaxy S5 have also changed, with focus on icons, you will not see many tabs in this phone as all of it is mostly icons. Talking about the fingerprint scanner, it requires a vertical swipe over the home button to activate the scanner which might be difficult to do so holding the 5.1 inch/145 grams device with one hand. However, Samsung has reportedly tied up with PayPal to secure purchases using the fingerprint scanner which was first seen on iPhone 5s.

The Galaxy S5 is scheduled to launch globally on April 11th and will be available in 150 countries. The Samsung Galaxy S5 will be available in new colors like charcoal Black, shimmery White, electric Blue and copper Gold.

Samsung has not shared any price information, but you can expect it to be as high as the number of new features added in this new Galaxy. We will bring you more information and our hands-on real quick. Stay Tuned!

February 25, 2014
Samsung Launches Galaxy S5 With Fingerprint Scanner, Water and Dust resistance and Heart Rate Sensor

Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S5 globally. The Galaxy S5 was the most awaited launch at the Mobile World Congress 2014.

Coming straight to the point, Samsung Galaxy S5 features a 5.1 inch Super AMOLED Full HD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The Galaxy S5 is powered by a 2.5 Ghz Snapdragon 800 processor and runs on Android 4.4 KitKat. This latest flagship from Samsung is packed with a 2 GB of RAM and 16/32 GB internal storage options along with expandability of 64 GB via MicroSD card.

Furthermore, the Galaxy S5 is equipped with a 16 MP camera, which does Ultra High Definition Video. The camera application has alot of new features like Shot & More etc. The Galaxy S5 is also equipped with a 2.1 MP front shooter. Other connectivity options include an IR remote, NFC, Bluetooth 4.0 BLE/ANT+, Cat 4 LTE. The Galaxy S5 is packed with a removable 2800 mAh battery.

The Galaxy S5 shares the typical Samsung design, the Galaxy S5 has new hardware features like the fingerprint scanner, heart rate sensor, and a toned-down TouchWiz UI. The device has a leather like back, but not the one we have seen on the recent devices. Furthermore, the Galaxy S5 is IP67-certified, which water and dust resistance.

Overall, Samsung has gone out of the box today, by including features like the fingerprint scanner, Heart Rate Sensor, the first Galaxy Device being a water and dust resistance. While you take a deep breath and realize that this just happened, we shall bring more information on this. Stay Tuned!

February 25, 2014
Nokia 220 and Asha 230 Launched, Adding to Its Vast Range of Feature Phones

After the launch of Android Smartphones from Nokia, if you are still interested in feature phones the company will not disappoint you. As Nokia 220 and Asha 230 were also launched besides of the new X family from Nokia.

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The Nokia 220 features a 2.4 inch QVGA LCD display and sports a 2 MP. This feature phone supports expandable storage up to 32 GB via microSD card. Has Bluetooth and supports Micro USB. Available in single or dual-SIM versions, users can take advantage of the pre-loaded Twitter and Facebook applications. The company proudly says that the new Nokia 220 has been built after seeing the success of the Nokia 110 budget phone.

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On the other hand, the Asha 203 features the Fastlane UI, which is seen on Asha devices and now also on the X family. The phone comes preloaded with apps such as WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, LINE and WeChat. Keeping the name of Asha phones it will be available in Red, Green, Black, Cyan, White, and Yellow.

The Nokia 220 feature phone is priced at 29 euros and the Nokia Asha 230 has been priced at 45 euros. More information to be out soon.

February 24, 2014
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet Launched With 10″ FHD Display, Snapdragon 801 & Thin Design

Sony unveiled three new devices today, the Xperia M2, Xperia Z2 and the Xperia Z2 Tablet. The Xperia Z2 Tablet is the successor to the Xperia Z Tablet. However, this comes with many considerable changes, the new tablet measures 6.4 mm thickness which can put the iPad Air to shame when it comes to thickness.

However, being slim is not only the USP here, as the company has also upgraded the specs. The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet sports a 10 inch Live Color LED display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels.Sony has used its BRAVIA TV technology to generate brighter and more consistent colors, by using a mix of red and green phosphor and blue LEDs.

The Xperia Z2 Tablet is powered by a 2.3 Ghz Quad-Core CPU with a Snapdragon 801 chipset. Packed with a 3 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage, expandable storage via MicroSD card. The device is included with an Exmor RS sensor for this tab’s 8.1 MP primary camera, and a 2.2 MP front(Secondary) camera retains the same Exmor R sensor as on the Xperia Z tablet.

The device is packed with a 6000 mAh battery and runs on Android 4.4 KitKat. Retaining all these features the Xperia Z2 tablet still manages to be waterproof keeping up the names of Xperia devices and should be available in major markets by March. More information to follow soon.

February 24, 2014