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Samsung Galaxy S3 'Mini' To Launch As It Continues To 'Innovate'
In the wake of Samsung's loss in a patent infringement suit with Apple, Samsung is reportedly launching a 'Mini' version of its popular Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphone. Perhaps ironically, Samsung may launch the phone around the time of the iPhone 5's September launch.
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Samsung Galaxy Nexus Jelly Bean Upgrade on Verizon & Sprint Seems MIA
Google's Nexus-branded devices theoretically should get Android updates before anyone else, yet Verizon and Sprint Galaxy subscribers are still waiting for the latest Android software even though Jelly Bean was introduced nearly two months ago.
Nokia-Microsoft September Event Introducing 2 New Nokia Windows Phones
Nokia and Microsoft's Sept. 5 event is expected to unveil new Nokia Windows Phone 8 devices and perhaps offer another look at Microsoft's new mobile operating system. Technology website The Verge reports that two Nokia devices will be unveiled at the event.
Samsung Kills Bada: Delays First Tizen Based Handset To 2013
In a move that came as no surprise, Samsung has finally killed its Bada mobile operating system. Bada OS was Samsung's answer to Nokia's Series 40 operating system, which is able to run on low-end hardware and targeted at developing nations. However, Samsung only found mild success with its venture and has chosen to end Bada in favor of pursuing something with more promise to bring the company forward.
No Contract Concord Announced by T-Mobile for Under $100
T-Mobile USA unveiled a new entry-level smartphone, T-Mobile Concord, designed for those wishing for a no frills annual contract with the network.
Double Trouble from Nokia: Dual Smartphone Launches in the Anvil
Rumors indicate that Nokia will be unveiling two Windows Phone 8 handsets on Sept. 5 at its Nokia World event. One model will be called Nokia Phi and the other model is currently codenamed Nokia Arrow.
iPhone 5 USB Cable Leaked, Confirms Smaller Dock Connector Rumors
Apple's purported iPhone 5 launch has been immersed in a sea of leaks and rumors. Leaks by the dozen have detailed the specs and features of the new iPhone, including speculation about a smaller dock connector. Recently, an image of the next-generation iPhone's charging cable surfaced online, and it seems to corroborate the smaller dock connector assertions.
Seoul Court Rules Samsung Didn't Violate Apple Design
Samsung Electronics Co's flagship Galaxy smartphone looks very similar to Apple's iPhone, but the South Korean firm has not violated the iPhone design, a Seoul court ruled on Friday.
Apple Share of China Smartphone MKT Almost Halved in Q2 - IDC
Apple Inc's share of China's smartphone market almost halved to 10 percent in the second quarter as buyers waited for the next iPhone model - expected later this year - or switched brands, data from industry research firm IDC showed on Friday.
LG Begins Mass Production of iPhone 5 Display: On Target for Release
With the rumored iPhone 5 Sept. 12 debut deadline approaching, Apple's suppliers have pulled up their socks and are readying for the impending launch. Recent reports suggest that LG Display, who is one of the three suppliers for Apple's iPhone 5 in-cell technology panels, has begun mass production of the displays.
Samsung Galaxy S2 4G for $369.99 Contract-Free – Soon on Boost Mobile
Boost Mobile fans received very good news on Wednesday, Aug. 22, when the carrier announced a slew of Samsung devices coming this fall. The biggest of the three handsets the carrier unveiled at its media event in New York is the Samsung Galaxy S2 4G, which will retail for $369.99 without a contract when it is released on Sept. 6.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Jelly Bean Update Alongside Samsung Galaxy Note 2?
A leaked video of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean running on a Samsung Galaxy S3 was followed up with rumors of Jelly Bean arriving on the device around August 29, the date of Samsung's Mobile Unpacked Event. The rumors appear true, with Android Central reporting that the update will arrive "next week."
Sony's Xperia J Handset Pictures Leaked Ahead of Official Debut
The newest grist on the smartphone rumor mill is Sony's Xperia J handset, whose leaked images have surfaced online ahead of its expected IFA debut.
