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Google Nexus 7 Tablet will be Kindle Fire Killer, iPad Out of Harm's Way
Just as expected, Google unveiled the long-rumored Nexus tablet at the annual I/O Conference. The 7-inch Asus-made tablet could be the worst nightmare to entry-level tablets, such as Kindle Fire. However, it will be no threat to Apple iPad, if the recent reports are to be believed.
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Euro 2012 Semi Final Schedule Portugal vs Spain: How and When to Watch Online?
Spain and Portugal rarely met in major tournaments. However, when this rare faceoff takes place, the results are unexpected. Spain and Portugal are meeting in the first semi-final of UEFA Euro 2012 tournament. So expect cracker of a match.
Samsung Galaxy S3: Supply Shortage Costs Samsung 2 Million in Sales
With nearly zero competition in smartphone market, Samsung is expecting Galaxy S3 to hit 10 million sales during July. The South Korean electronics giant could have raised its sales figure had it not been hit by the supply shortage issues. The delay in shipments appear to have cost Samsung at least 2 million Galaxy S3’s in sales.
iOS 6 Beta 2 Handed to Developers as OTA update
Along with introducing its latest mobile operating system earlier this month, Apple also handed iOS 6 beta to developer community. After two weeks, Apple is now rolling out second beta of iOS 6 as an OTA (over-the-air) update. The update addresses system bugs along with performance improvements and addition of some minor features.
Samsung Galaxy S3: World’s First Quad-core LTE Smartphone Headed to Korea
Rumors about a special Galaxy S3 variant with quad-core processor and LTE connectivity have been around for a while. Adding fuel to the rumors, the latest reports hitting the blogosphere today, indicate that one such variant is in Samsung’s plans, which can debut in Korean market as soon as July.
iPhone 5 Mini Dock Connector 'Confirmed': What Does it Mean for Existing iAccessories?
With Worldwide Developer Conference out of the way, the next big thing on Cupertino’s calendar is iPhone 5 launch event. There is significant growth in rumors associated with next iPhone in past few days. The new iPhone is believed to be thinner, but to achieve the desired slim design, Apple is reportedly ditching the old 30-pin dock connector for a smaller connector.
Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Sony Xperia Ion: Which AT&T LTE Smartphone to Buy?
Introduced at Mobile World Congress, Sony Xperia Ion is finally rolling out from AT&T. Sony is aiming to return to U.S. smartphone market with full impact with the new smartphone. Packing some cool features like 4.5-inch HD display, 12-megapixel camera and 4G LTE connectivity, the Xperia Ion is Sony’s direct attack on Samsung Galaxy S3’s sales.
Watch Out Siri: Google, Microsoft, HTC and LG Readying Voice Assistant Rivals
When Apple introduced Siri last year as a key feature of iPhone 4S, it became the cynosure for the Apple fanboys and tech media. Siri remained as a standalone feature on the market for months, until Samsung showed off its own voice assistant called S Voice featured in the company’s latest flagship model - the Galaxy S3. Nevertheless, S Voice is not the only voice assistant coming to market this year.
Microsoft Surface Tablet: An iPad Killer?
For a long time, many people have been looking for a perfect tablet, which is better than the iPad, but not an iPad. After Microsoft showed off Surface tablet, it seems that one such tablet is coming to the market.
iPhone 5 Rumors: New Features Include 3D Camera and 'AirShare,' Says iTechPost
With Apple showing off iOS 6 at Worldwide Developer Conference, the launch of iPhone 5 is imminent and barely a few months away. iPhone rumor mill is churning incessantly and the latest gossip originates from iTechPost, which claims the sixth generation iPhone could include a 3D camera and 'AirShare' feature, which would enable the user to transfer data/files to the PC with the "flick" of fingers.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Catches Fire: Official Investigation on the Way
In a first of its kind incident, Samsung is investing claims by an Irish user that his Galaxy S3 has caught fire while mounted on car’s dashboard while he was driving.
Cricket Wireless Outs Prepaid iPhone, Virgin Mobile to Follow on June 29
Just as expected, Leap’s prepaid subsidiary Cricket Wireless has become the first U.S. network carrier to offer Apple iPhone on prepaid terms. The carrier is offering iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S on discounted prices. Virgin Mobile USA is also joining the prepaid iPhone launch party on June 29.
Windows Phone 8 Features: From Hardware to Software (And Everything Else in Between)
The Redmond tech giant, Microsoft showed off Windows Phone 8 OS for next generation Windows smartphones. Both Verizon and AT&T have confirmed the launch of Windows Phone 8-powered smartphones in the U.S. sometime in 2012. Sprint has also confirmed that Windows Phone 8 smartphone is coming to the carrier, but provided no further details.
Samsung Launches ‘Easy Phone Sync’ App to Lure iPhone Owners
Switching to Samsung Galaxy S3 or other Galaxy smartphone has just got easier for iPhone users. The Korean tech giant has launched a new app that allows users to dump all the content from iPhone to Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
Microsoft Surface Tablet: 5 Reasons Why Windows 8 Tablets Are No Threat to iPad
Microsoft has recently showed off not just one, but two Windows 8 Surface tablets. After Microsoft launches its own tablets in the market later this year, it will come in direct competition with Apple. Microsoft tablets undoubtedly have some advantages over iPad like faster processor, expandable memory slot and keyboard dock, but in reality can it outshine Apple iPad in popularity and sales?
Motorola Droid Razr, Razr Maxx To Get Android 4.0 ICS: Verizon Outs Update Manual
Not very long ago, reports came rolling in that Verizon is sending out text messages about Android 4.0 ICS update for Motorola Droid Razr Maxx. However, Verizon said that it is unaware of any such text messages and advised people to report it as spam. Nevertheless, now it appears that those messages were legitimate and sent out mistakenly as the Android 4.0 update manual for Droid Razr and Droid Razr Maxx is now online on Verizon Wireless' Web Site.
Samsung Galaxy S3: Why it is Facing Delays Across All U.S. Carriers?
Gaining over 9 million preorders worldwide, Samsung Galaxy S3 has turned out to be the most popular Android smartphone manufactured so far. AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile were expected to release the smartphone on June 21. Blame it on the limited shipment of Galaxy S3, but the smartphone will not be hitting every carrier and store as it was meant to be, on the scheduled date.
Sony Xperia S Finally Gets Android 4.0 ICS: Update Brings New Media Apps and Features
It was a big letdown for Sony, when the firm released its new flagship smartphone earlier this year missing Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich on board. Following a downward approach, Sony has started rolling out Ice Cream Sandwich update for Xperia S after delivering it to 2011 lineup of Xperia smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy Tab Lineup to Receive Android 4.0 ICS Update in July
After delivering the latest installment of Ice Cream Sandwich to the dethroned flagship smartphone Galaxy S2, Samsung is now turning towards its Galaxy Tab lineup of tablets to launch Android 4.0 ICS update.
Google Nexus Tablet Release Date Nears: More Details Leak Out
Fresh reports associated with the long-rumored Google Nexus tablet have started surfacing online. If such a tablet exists, it will surely come out at Google I/O Conference kicking off June 27. No tablet packs all rumored features and if the latest reports are to be believed, the Asus-made Nexus tablet will also miss some of the key features, including 3G connectivity and rear camera.
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 to Release in October with Quad-core Exynos and Flexible Display?
Samsung has reportedly sold more than 7 million units of Galaxy Note. The company seems to be quite confident that the successor to Galaxy Note will also be a big hit. And reports are on a hike that the Samsung is working on another phablet, which is rumored to debut this fall.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Release Date Partially Delayed By Sprint and T-Mobile
After Samsung pushed back the Galaxy S3 release date by a week in Canada, it was believed that Galaxy S3’s debut in U.S. may also face similar conditions. And now the reports seems to be true as both Sprint and T-Mobile have confirmed that some users will face delays in shipment of Galaxy S3 due to the heavy demand for the smartphone in global market. On the other hand, AT&T hasn’t announced any official release date yet, while Verizon Wireless will be shipping the device next month.
Samsung Galaxy S3: CyanogenMod Nightly Build Now Available For Download
Samsung Galaxy S3 is the most anticipated Android smartphone manufactured till date, adding more than 9 million pre-orders to its portfolio. Popular smartphones always demand for the attention of developers. And those things have started happening as CynaogenMod team has released the first custom ROM for Samsung Galaxy S3, even before the smartphone has hit U.S. shores.
Microsoft Surface Tablet Debuts: Reasons Why It Could Be True iPad Killer
Apple iPad has so far crushed any tablet thrown towards it for the sake of competition. Many tablets have been knighted as “iPad killer” but each of them failed to provide any serious competition to the mighty iPad. But things can change this time as Microsoft has revealed not just one but two Surface tablets running Windows 8 with impressive specs.
Nokia PureView 808 Coming to U.S. for $699, Amazon Preorder Begin this Week
Introduced at Mobile World Congress, Nokia PureView 808 is the best camera phone that money can buy. It has received a lot of positive review for its 41-megapixel rear snapper. The smartphone is currently available in European and Asian market. However, the U.S. release of this phone was being doubted. And though Nokia might never release this smartphone through a cellular network carrier in U.S., the company has confirmed that it will sell the unlocked version of PureView 808 through Amazon U.S...
Samsung Galaxy S3 Vs HTC Rezound: Buy the Rezound or Wait for Galaxy S3?
Samsung Galaxy S3 is yet to be released in the U.S. It is, so far, the most awaited smartphone of 2012. The smartphones packs some revolutionary features like wireless charging, Smart Stay and S Voice and it will be hitting Verizon shelves next month. HTC Rezound, on the other hand, is HTC’s dethroned flagship smartphone. It is one of the first smartphones to pack HD display. Gone through Dr. Dre’s Beats Audio treatment, HTC Rezound offers premium multimedia experience.
Sony Tablet P, Xperia Active Getting Android 4.0 ICS Treatment in Select Markets
Sony seems to be the only major android device manufacturer that is taking Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update seriously. After delivering the ICS update to Sony Xperia 2011 lineup of smartphones and Sony Tablet S earlier this year, Android 4.0 update is now available on Sony Tablet P. Other than the mighty tablet with two displays, Sony’s rugged smartphone Xperia Active is also receiving official Android 4.0 update.
