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Samsung Galaxy Note 2 vs. LG Optimus Vu 2: Specs Shootout
Recent leaks indicate that LG is on track to launch its Optimus Vu 2 soon. Meanwhile, Samsung will reveal the much-awaited Galaxy Note 2 in the U.S. in November of this year. Both the Korean smartphone makers will try to attract "phablet" users for higher market share.
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iPhone 5 Is The Fastest Smartphone Around: Report
PCMag has labeled Apple's iPhone 5 the fastest smartphone currently available in the market. PCMag has labeled Apple's iPhone 5 the fastest smartphone currently available in the market.
Nokia 'Asha' Phones Essential For Grabbing First-Time Users, Analysts Claim
Nokia's Lumia 820 and 920 smartphones grabbed media and consumer attention, but the company also launched two low-end "Asha" phones. Nokia's Lumia phones target the mid- and high-end markets, but the Asha devices target low-end consumers, a market Nokia is struggling to capture; analysts agree that Nokia needs to focus on this demographic.
Pantech Unveils The Vega R3 Phablet With 2600mAH battery: Should Samsung And LG Be Worried?
South Korea-based mobile phone manufacturer Pantech announced its latest offering, the Vega R3 "phablet," on Sept. 24. The company is touting the device as the "the best existing quad-core smartphone" on the market.
LG Optimus Vu 2 Specs Leaked: 5-inch Display, 2 GB RAM, 8-Megapixel Camera, And More
Korean smartphone maker LG launched the Optimus Vu 2 at the IFA event in Berlin in August this year, but the company did not disclose the specs. However, a complete list of specifications for the device has now been leaked on a Korean Web site.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Jelly Bean Update Rollout Reaches Europe, Starting With Poland
At IFA in August, Samsung promised that the much-awaited Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for its flagship Galaxy S3 smartphone will come "very soon." A company representative later told CNET UK that the update would arrive as soon as October. The representative did not offer any other details, such as which markets will get the upgrade first.
iPhone 5 Secret Feature On Verizon Wireless: Unlocked Out-of-the-Box, Works On AT&T
The highly-anticipated iPhone 5 went on sale on Verizon Wireless on Friday, Sept. 21, with a secret and exciting feature: it is unlocked and works on AT&T's network as well, without requiring any hacks or tricks to switch carriers.
Motorola Joins Samsung To Take A Dig At Apple In New Ad Campaign
Apple's hotly-anticipated iPhone 5 may be making all the right noises, but the Cupertino-based company's new Apple Maps app for iOS 6 has received heavy criticism for its imperfections. Recently, Google-owned Motorola Mobility launched a "#iLost Campaign" on Google Plus, Twitter, and Facebook , which takes pot-shots at Apple's Maps application.
Samsung Unveils Pink Galaxy S3 In Korea, Other Countries To Follow Suit
Apple's iPhone 5 may be on track to steal the Galaxy S3's thunder, but the Korean smartphone maker Samsung is pulling out all stops to stay in the public mind. Samsung recently unveiled a pink Galaxy S3, adding to its slew of recently-launched color variants for the smartphone.
Verizon iPhone 5 Is Unlocked, Indicates Report
Verizon's iPhone 5, which is sold on contract, is unlocked for use on GSM networks, which allows users with a nano-SIM from a GSM carrier to use the smartphone on other networks.
Tethered HTC One X Getting Jelly Bean As Late As December
HTC has not revealed when its flagship HTC One X device will be updated to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, but reports indicate that the update may not arrive until December. Samsung announced that it is updating its Samsung Galaxy S3 to Jelly Bean despite its slow update process, bringing flagship Android devices in line with Google's Samsung Galaxy Nexus.
Verizon Roadmap Leaked: Includes Droid Incredible X, Droid Razr Maxx & Razr Maxx HD
Verizon Wireless' year-end roadmap has reportedly surfaced online yet again, unveiling the carrier's smartphone plans for the near future, according to Phone Arena. As expected, the roadmap lists a handful of Android gadgets to come, including devices from as many as six hardware makers. If the leaked details prove to be accurate, Verizon will soon bring something for everyone.
Asus Padfone 2 Full Specs Leaked: 4.7-Inch Display, 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 Processor & More
News about a second-generation Asus Padfone first surfaced back in May, with initial rumors saying the hybrid device would be released by mid-2013. Now, however, it seems that the Padfone 2 launch is just around the corner. Asus has already sent out invitations for an Oct. 16 event, and leaks and speculation are piling up ahead of the launch.
