Articles by Anu Passary email: a.passary@mobilenapps.com
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Selling At Half Price: Galaxy Note 3 Release Imminent?
Samsung's best-selling Galaxy Note 2 is counted as one of the most wanted smartphones in the consumer market. Having sold five million units worldwide in just 60 days of release, the Samsung phablet's popularity is unquestionable; however, with rumors rife that the successor Galaxy Note 3 is set to make an appearance soon, the Note 2 is slowly getting relegated to the backburner.
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Huawei Ascend Mate Up For Pre-Order For $575
China-based smartphone maker Huawei recently unveiled a trio of handsets at the CES 2013, which included its much-awaited 6.1-inch Ascend Mate phablet. At the time of the launch, Huawei did not disclose the price of the phablet and mentioned that the Ascend Mate would hit the shelves from February.
Nokia Lumia 920 Now Available On Three UK
Nokia fans in the UK can rejoice as carrier Three is now offering the much-touted Lumia 920 Windows Phone 8 smartphone.
Sony Xperia T Now Getting Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update
Sony recently launched its flagship smartphone for 2013, the Xperia Z, and now per reports, its predecessor - the Xperia T - is getting the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update.
Here's What A Translucent iPad Looks Like (Concept)
Rumors have been flying thick and fast about the next-gen iPad 5 and point to a thinner and lighter tablet that will employ the G/F2 touchscreen, but what if the next-gen iPad were to be translucent?
Nokia Lumia 620 To Get Flip-to-Silence Feature?
When Nokia launched its new Windows Phone 8 line-up of Lumia smartphones (i.e. Lumia 620, Lumia 810, Lumia 820, and Lumia 920), one feature that was previously available on the earlier Lumias was notably missing. This feature, Flip-to-Silence, is now set to make a reappearance on the Lumia 620 if reports are to be believed.
Samsung To Roll Out Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean To Galaxy Note And Galaxy S2 In March
Good news for Samsung's Galaxy smartphone owners. Samsung has revealed the update schedule for its existing Android smartphones, including the Galaxy Note and Galaxy S2, which are slated to get the Android 4.1.2 software upgrade in March.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 (7-inch) 'GT-P3200' Pops Up On GLBenchmark
Samsung is slated to unleash a slew of tablets and smartphones from its Galaxy family of devices in 2013. Now, the previously-rumored Galaxy Tab 3 "GT-P3200" or the 7-inch Santos has popped up on the GLBenchmark database, fueling speculations that Samsung will release the 7-inch Galaxy Tab 3.
Samsung Galaxy Note 2: Top 3 S Pen Apps
Samsung's Galaxy Note 2 is one of the best-selling smartphones in the market, and one feature that sets the handset apart from competing devices is its S Pen stylus.
Top 3 Must Have Tweaks For iOS 6.x Post Jailbreak
The much-awaited iOS 6.x evasi0n jailbreak is nearing its release. Post the jailbreak release, you will be able to tinker away on your iDevices and while you're at it, there are a few tweaks which are must-haves and should be downloaded.
ASUS Nexus 7 vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0: The Budget Android Tablets Face Off
Samsung is gearing up to launch its Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet at the upcoming MWC 2013 in Barcelona this February. The 8-inch tablet will look to throw the gauntlet to competing devices in the smaller tablet space, including the best-selling ASUS-made Nexus 7 tablet from Google.
Nokia Lumia 620 Releasing In Germany On Feb. 18
Nokia Lumia 620, the value-for-money smartphone from the Finnish company is set to hit German shelves on Feb. 18.
T-Mobile Lumia 810 To Get LTE?
New reports suggest that U.S. carrier T-Mobile is working on a LTE variant of the popular Nokia Lumia 810, which is exclusive to the carrier. An FCC filing has popped up online, which points to a mysterious "RM-878X" model, believed to be the LTE variant of the Lumia 810.
iPhone 5S To Get Laser Keyboard?
The US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted a new patent to Apple for a laser keyboard, which can project out of a smartphone or tablet, fueling speculations that Apple could introduce the innovative feature in its upcoming iPhone 5S.
Vertu Ti: Nokia’s First Android Smartphone?
Nokia has recently launched its smartphones running on Microsoft Windows Phone 8 OS and its own-brand of smartphones packed in Symbian. However, Vertu Ti, a luxury smartphone, is believed to be Nokia's first Android handset.
Nexus 4 Now Available In Canadian Google Play Store
The once elusive LG-made Nexus 4 smartphone from Google is finally back in stock at the Canadian Google Play Store. Fans of the 4.7-inch smartphone can finally lay their hands on the device, without dishing out extra dough to third-party retailers.
Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie Set For May 15 Launch?
While most Android device users wait for an update from Android 4.1 to Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, word's on the street that the next-gen OS, Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie is set for a May debut.
Nexus 4 To Be Back In Google Play UK, France, Spain, and Australia On Jan. 30/Jan. 31
For those of you who live in the U.S., Canada, or Germany getting your hands on the Google Nexus 4 isn't going to be a challenge anymore as the smartphone is back in stock. Consumers in the UK, France, Spain, and Australia can also rejoice as per reports, the Nexus 4 will be in stock from Jan. 30 and Jan. 31.
Power Jacket: Nokia Lumia 920 Extended Battery Case With 2,200mAh Capacity And Kickstand
As smartphones are used more and more as an infotainment device, many users complain how quickly the battery of their handsets drains. If you own a Nokia Lumia 920, you can now easily double the usage of your smartphone with the Pocket Jacket extended battery case for Lumia 920, which adds an additional 2200mAh battery capacity to the phone.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Gets La Fleur Makeover, Launches In Russia on Feb 1
Samsung has launched its La Fleur edition for some of its Galaxy smartphones in Russia, just in time for Valentine's Day.
Nokia Lumia Handsets Now Getting Windows Phone 7.8 Update
Nokia Lumia owners who have been waiting to upgrade their handset from Windows Phone 7.5 to Windows Phone 7.8 will be pleased to learn that the software upgrade is now rolling out for the older Nokia devices.
Google Nexus 4 Wireless Charging Orb Listed Online For $59.99
Now that the elusive Nexus 4 is back in stock on the Google Play Store, consumers would be hoping to lay their hands on the fabled wireless charging dock accessory for the smartphone that is equally elusive. The wireless charging dock has been spotted online, and now e-retailer Pure Mobile has listed the accessory for $59.99 in its online catalog.
Top 6-inch Smartphones To Watch Our For: Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Sony Xperia Togari, And ZTE Nubia Z7
It is often said that "bigger is better" and that seems to be the mantra adopted by major smartphone makers for 2013. A slew of 5-inch 1080p smartphones have already set the trend, and things are looking "bigger" and brighter as the year progresses.
Sony's 6.44-inch Xperia Togari Specs Leaked, Will Pack In Stylus
Recently, an image of the panel of the upcoming 6.44-inch smartphone from Sony, codenamed Xperia Togari, leaked online. At the time, not much else was revealed; however, now the specs and features of the colossal Sony phablet have leaked and suggest that the device will come with a stylus in tow.
AT&T Nokia Lumia 900 To Get Windows Phone 7.8 Update On Jan. 30
Nokia fans who have been eagerly awaiting the Windows Phone 7.8 update are in for some good news. Per reports, the update is set to roll out a day earlier on Jan. 30 (instead of Jan. 31) and AT&T's Nokia Lumia 900 will be the first smartphone to get the software upgrade.
How To Update Your iDevice To iOS 6.1 (Tutorial)
Apple has released its much-awaited iOS 6.1 update for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, which brings several new features, enhancements, as well as bug fixes and security updates.
WhatsApp Messenger In Troubled Waters, Violates Privacy Laws
WhatsApp Messenger, the immensely popular cross-platform instant messenger service for smartphones, which enables users to stay connected, send media files, and group chat has encountered some heavy weather. The messenger app has landed in hot water for breaching international privacy laws due to the manner in which it handles Address Book data, per Canadian and Dutch data authorities.
