Articles by Anu Passary
Top 10 Most Viral Tech Ads Of 2012: Samsung Mocking Apple Ad Leads The Pack
Samsung not only has the distinction of being the smartphone market leader, but also of creating the most viral tech ad for 2012. The Korean company's advert that mocked Apple's iPhone 5 has earned the top spot in a Top 10 list compiled by video analytics firm Visible Measures.
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Galaxy S3: Sprint To Offer Buy-One-Get-One Free Deal From Today
Samsung fans are in for some good news. A leaked advertisement from U.S. carrier Sprint reveals that the carrier will be offering buy-one-get-one (BOGO) free deals on select Samsung Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy S3 smartphone, from Friday Dec 7.
Samsung Testing Galaxy Note 7-Inch Tablet?
Samsung is riding high with its line-up of Galaxy devices doing well in the consumer market. Now, a new benchmark from NenaMark has popped up and indicates that the South Korean company is testing a mysterious device dubbed the "GT-N5100."
Android 4.1.2 Update For Galaxy S3 Released: Includes New Multi-View Window Feature
Samsung has started rolling out the Android 4.1.2 software update for the international variant of its best-selling Galaxy S3 "GT-I9300", beginning with devices in Poland. With the new Android 4.1.2 software update on its way, users of the Galaxy S3 will benefit from a slew of new features including Multi-View Window and Page Buddy.
Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update For AT&T Galaxy S3 Users Now Available
The wait for Samsung Galaxy S3 users on AT&T seems to be over as customers can now get Android 4.1 Jelly Bean on their smartphone.
HTC One X vs HTC One X+: Key Differences Explained
The Taiwanese phone maker HTC released its flagship smartphone in May this year and just within six months the successor HTC One X+ has been revealed. The HTC One X+ is a modest upgrade from the original One X with many features unchanged.
Galaxy Note 2 Verizon Review: The Verdict Is Out
Verizon recently released its version of the Galaxy Note 2 and reviews have been flowing in thick and fast, with most users waxing eloquent about the device's outstanding features.
Nexus 7: Where To Buy (Holiday Shopping Guide)
Google forayed into the tablet space earlier this year with the launch of its ASUS-made Nexus 7. The budget-friendly tablet met with an overwhelming response and went on to become a runaway success, trouncing rival 7-inch tablets in the bargain.
Galaxy S3 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean Update Now Rolling Out In Canada
Canadian users of the Galaxy S3 will welcome the news that as promised, Samsung has started rolling out the Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean software update for users. Per reports, users can now update their Galaxy S3 smart phone from Android 4.0 ICS to Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean via KIES or over-the-air.
Galaxy Note 2 Beats Galaxy S3 To Become No. 1 Samsung Smartphone
With a gamut of new devices making its way to the smartphone space perennially, manufacturers are constantly trying to reinvent in a bid to stay ahead of rivals in the race; however, smartphone market leader Samsung has a different battle to contend with - that between its own best-selling Galaxy Note 2 and Galaxy S3 smartphones.
Galaxy S4 And Galaxy S4 Mini Concept Designs With Impressive Specs Spotted
While Samsung is continuing to add laurels to its wreath with the success of its best-selling Galaxy S3 smartphone, rumors have been trickling in that the Korean company is working on the successor - the Galaxy S4. Even as the rumor mill continues to be on an overdrive, some designers have come up with concept designs for the Galaxy S4 Mini and the alleged Galaxy S4.
Nexus 4: Where To Buy (Holiday Shopping Guide)
Google recently unleashed a slew of Nexus devices which have been creating waves in the consumer market post launch. The devices are such a success that consumers are having a tough time laying hands on the must-have gadgets for this holiday season.
Beidou Chi: Budget Friendly 5-Inch Android Smartphone For Just $103
The competition in the smartphone market is increasing rapidly with many manufacturers offering an array of handset to consumers. Beidou, an e-commerce group in China is expected to launch its 5-inch smartphone in December this year at an extremely competitive price.
Nokia Working On An Android Smartphone?
Android mobile operating systems (OS) are currently dominating the smartphone market. Smartphones makers like Samsung, HTC, LG, etc. all have phones running on Android, and now rumors indicate that Nokia is also planning to go the same route and will release an Android-powered smartphone.
Apple Gains U.S. Mobile Phone Market Share, But Samsung Still Leads
Research firm comScore recently released data which reflects the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) market share in the U.S. market. The released data shows that Apple has gained slight market share with its iPhone but Samsung continues to lead in the country.
HTC 8S Not Releasing In The U.S.?
The HTC Windows Phone 8S may have played second fiddle with the flagship HTC 8X hogging all the limelight, and now reports indicate that the Windows Phone 8S is not "currently planned for distribution" in the U.S.
Galaxy Camera Review: From Price To Specs (All You Need To Know)
With smartphones packing in cameras with higher megapixels count, the going has not been easy for the point-and-shoot cameras. What's more, with instant sharing on social networking sites being the order of the day, the point-and-shoot cameras have been losing out to smartphones.
Canadian Carrier Koodo Offering Galaxy S3 For $550
Samsung's hot-selling smartphone, the Galaxy S3, has added another Canadian carrier to its line-up. The Galaxy S3 will not be available for purchase from Koodo Mobile in Canada for $550.
Samsung ATIV S Canada Release Delayed To December
Samsung's first-ever Windows Phone 8 (WP8) smartphone in partnership with Microsoft, the ATIV S, seems to have met with unwarranted delays. While other manufacturers like Nokia and HTC have released their WP8 devices, the Korean company's smartphone seems to be relegated to the backburner.
Sony Xperia U To Get Jelly Bean Update In December?
Earlier this year, Sony's Xperia U was updated from Android 2.3 Gingerbread to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, and now per reports, another software upgrade to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is on the cards for the device.
Galaxy Note 2 On Verizon To Get Gmail And YouTube Multi-Window Support: Samsung
Verizon recently launched its much-awaited version of Samsung's best-selling phablet, the Galaxy Note 2. However, users are already raising questions pertaining to the Multi-Window View feature as it is currently limited to a few select apps.
Clove UK Cancels 64GB Samsung Galaxy S3 Pre-Orders Due To Low Demand
Earlier in November, UK retailer Clove announced that it was accepting pre-orders for the 64GB version of the Samsung Galaxy S3. However, now the online retailer has disclosed that it will no longer be offering the 64GB version, owing to low demand.
Xbox 720 To Release In 2013, Says Bloomberg
Microsoft's much speculated Xbox 720 has been keeping the rumor mill busy with new information surrounding the console's specifications and features emerging frequently. Per a Bloomberg report, Microsoft is slated to release the next version of the Xbox in 2013, in time for the holiday season.
Sharp Launches AQUOS SH930W Smartphone With1080p Full HD Display
The smartphone space looks like it will soon be inundated with a slew of 1080p display devices that will battle it out for consumer attention. Per reports, Japan-based Sharp looks set to join the race as the company announced its AQUOS SH930W smartphone, which is set for a December release.
Samsung Galaxy S Advance To Get Android Jelly Bean Soon
Samsung is slated to push out the Android Jelly Bean update for its Galaxy S Advance in January, per reports. The information was disclosed via Samsung Germany's Facebook page.
Walmart Selling Red Lumia 920 As Galaxy S3?
Retail giant Walmart slipped up majorly when it put up the image of a device that resembled the Nokia Lumia 920, and labeled it as the Galaxy S3 smartphone in red.
Pre-Release Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean ROM For Galaxy Note Leaked
Owners of the Samsung Galaxy Note have been waiting in the wings to get the Jelly Bean software update, whereas so far all the attention has been lavished on the company's flagship Galaxy S3. The official Jelly Bean update for the original Galaxy Note may have been pending for a while now, but now the owners of the device are in for some good news as the Android 4.1.2 firmware has been leaked for the international model.
