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It is evident that the Windows Phone 7.8 update is close, as information and videos of it being demoed are becoming plentiful. Windows Phone fans have been waiting a long time for this; however, the million dollar question is if this update is enough to keep them interested in the platform.
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Those who have been dreaming of a Nokia-branded Android smartphone won't be resting easy tonight, as the company made it clear it is not going down that route. The question that piques the mind is then why would Nokia want to hire an Android expert?
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.
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.
HTC and Android fans first heard about the upcoming HTC One VX on AT&T back in October, and while the smartphone was expected to arrive in November, the HTC-based smartphone never really surfaced. Now, per reports, it has been stated that following all the delays, the One VX could arrive in December, more specifically Dec. 7.
Apple has released the unlocked version of its new iPhone 5, making it available for sale without a contract on the company's Web site.
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.
Apple launched the iPhone 5 in September this year and now the company is offering the unlocked version of smartphone without any contract with a starting price tag of $649 on Apple's Web store.
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'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.
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.
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.
The iPhone 5 has been creating waves since its September launch despite some minor niggles, and bears testimony to Apple's Midas touch. Nokia too released its Windows Phone 8-powered Lumia 920 smartphone in partnership with Microsoft, and is looking to upset the apple cart.