Call it champagne, call it gold, the new iPhone 5S color seems to already be in production in China…Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/First-high-res-images-of-champagne-gold-Apple-iPhone-5S-shell-surface_id46728
First high-res images of champagne gold Apple iPhone 5S shell surface
Call it champagne, call it gold, the new iPhone 5S color seems to already be in production in China…Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/First-high-res-images-of-champagne-gold-Apple-iPhone-5S-shell-surface_id46728
More images of the iPhone 5S and the iPhone 5C leak
With just couple more weeks left for the alleged launch event of the next generation iPhone, you can say the device is just around the corner. That also means, however, that the leaks are now coming in thick and fast to the point where there will be little new left to learn when the device(s) actually get announced. Today we have more images of both the iPhone 5S as well as the iPhone 5C....
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/more_images_of_the_iphone_5s_and_the_iphone_5c_leak-news-6638.php
Xolo Q1000S goes official with 5-inch display and quad-core CPU
Xolo has officially announced its Q1000S flagship smartphone in India. The newest addition comes with an elegant design and is only 6.98mm thick. Xolo Q1000S also offers impressive features and hardware specifications for the price tag it carries. The Xolo Q1000S comes with a 5-inch 720p IPS display with OGS technology, which makes the colors more vibrant. Under the hood, the Q1000S packs a...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xolo_q1000s_goes_official_in_india_5inch_display_in_tow-news-6637.php
Huawei Honor 3 to be unveiled on August 28th?
Chinese handset manufacturer Huawei plans on introducing the Huawei Honor 3 on August 28th according to sources inside the country; back in June, we first heard about the Huawei Honor 3. Since then, the device underwent radio silence and it has been absolutely quiet until Friday when the expected introduction date was revealed...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Huawei-Honor-3-to-be-unveiled-on-August-28th_id46726
Federal Appeals Court: Samsung and Apple do not have to reveal profits in court
On Friday, the Federal U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington reversed a ruling made by a lower court that forced tech titans Apple and Samsung to release documents containing sales and profits information; during last year's epic patent trial between Samsung and Apple, a court battle that was so widely covered in the media that seats in the courthouse were consider prized possessions...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Federal-Appeals-Court-Samsung-and-Apple-do-not-have-to-reveal-profits-in-court_id46724
Is this the Motorola DROID 5?
The OG Motorola DROID took the world by storm.; released in late 2009, it was named Time Magazine's gadget of the year, beating out the Apple iPhone 3GS. With Verizon customers having gone through a succession of models like the LG Voyager, LG Dare and the Samsung Glyde (all featurephones), Big Red was in dire need of a smartphone that could keep its customers from jumping to AT&T where the iPhone was an exclusive in the states...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Is-this-the-Motorola-DROID-5_id46725
Samsung's S Cloud may launch along with Tizen 3.0 next year
Yesterday, word came out that Samsung's Developer Conference that's planned for the end of October may see the official launch of Tizen and the first Tizen handset. But, it may bring more than that, because the rumors have surfaced that Samsung may also finally have the end in site for its long-awaited answer to iCloud, which is obviously called S Cloud...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsungs-S-Cloud-may-launch-along-with-Tizen-3.0-next-year_id46723
Google cracks down on notification tray ads and in-app billing in new Play policies
Android may be an open platform, but the Google Play Store does have rules that developers must follow; and today, Google updated those policies. There are a number of changes and clarifications to the policies, and some are very welcome changes. The biggest new change is that Google is now banning apps that generate ads masking as notifications...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Google-cracks-down-on-notification-tray-ads-and-in-app-billing-in-new-Play-policies_id46722
Launch of Apple iPhone 5S and Apple iPhone 5C three months away in China
Chinese business paper First Financial Daily had some bad news to pass along to its readers on Friday morning; apparently the Apple iPhone 5S and Apple iPhone 5C won't launch in China until November 28th. The delay is due to the handsets' lack of approval from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Launch-of-Apple-iPhone-5S-and-Apple-iPhone-5C-three-months-away-in-China_id46721
Motorola Moto X gets the teardown treatment and shows off the X8 SoC
Today was the first day of sale for the Motorola Moto X, so that obviously means that iFixit had to tear it apart to see how it all fits together. The good news is that the Moto X scores well on iFixit's reparability scale, but there weren't any real surprises hidden inside Motorola's new flagship device. Everything is as we expected it to be...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Motorola-Moto-X-gets-the-teardown-treatment-and-shows-off-the-X8-SoC_id46718
Motorola website source code suggests a wood-backed Moto X could cost $50 extra
The Moto X was released today along with the Moto Maker customization tool. Moto Maker doesn't yet offer the option for a woodgrain back plate for the device, but we know that will be happening eventually. However, if you take a look at the Motorola website source code, it seems that the special back plate could cost you extra...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Motorola-website-source-code-suggests-a-wood-backed-Moto-X-could-cost-50-extra_id46716
Infographic gets us up to date on Apple iPhone 5S rumors
In many ways, this has been the most trying year for us in trying to separate the wheat from the chaff when it comes to rumors and speculation about the next iteration Apple iPhone; actually, we have had to deal with plenty of speculation about the full-priced Apple iPhone 5S and the budget priced Apple iPhone 5C...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Infographic-gets-us-up-to-date-on-Apple-iPhone-5S-rumors_id46715
Google buys patents from Foxconn for Google Glass
According to the Wall Street Journal, Google has purchased some patents from Foxconn for "Head Mounted Technology" that allows for virtual images to be "superimposed on a real-world view"; Google plans on using the patents for Google Glass and said that the purchased patents are "commonly used in aviation and tactical/ground displays, engineering and scientific design applications, gaming and video devices as well as training and simulation tools"...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Google-buys-patents-from-Foxconn-for-Google-Glass_id46713
Moto X review: Talk to me
As the first smartphone developed entirely after Google's purchase of Motorola, the Moto X arrives under the spotlight carrying great expectations. The smartphone is Motorola's first multi-carrier, high-profile launch in the United States...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_x-review-971.php
Demand forces Motorola to pull back a bit on four-day Motorola Moto X delivery for Moto Maker orders
Using the Moto Maker, now live, phone buyers can design their own unique Motorola Moto X and have it in their hands no longer than four days later; well, that was the plan anyway. Heavy demand for the the customized version of the phone has the wholly owned Google subsidiary hedging a little. In its blog on Friday morning, Motorola said that due to high demand, "initial shipping times may vary"...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Demand-forces-Motorola-to-pull-back-a-bit-on-four-day-Motorola-Moto-X-delivery-for-Moto-Maker-orders_id46712
Verizon Max plan to offer 6GB for $30 to wean unlimited data users onto a tiered plan
If you have a grandfather plan on Verizon giving you unlimited data, you likely guard that plan to an obsessive degree because the other option is to start paying for one of Verizon's very expensive tiered data plans. But, Verizon wants to wean you off of the unlimited data, and so the carrier is going to be launching a limited time offer along with the Verizon Edge plans called Verizon Max...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Verizon-Max-plan-to-offer-6GB-for-30-to-wean-unlimited-data-users-onto-a-tiered-plan_id46710
Verizon Max plan offer 6GB for $30 to wean unlimited data users onto a tiered plan
If you have a grandfather plan on Verizon giving you unlimited data, you likely guard that plan to an obsessive degree because the other option is to start paying for one of Verizon's very expensive tiered data plans. But, Verizon wants to wean you off of the unlimited data, and so the carrier is going to be launching a limited time offer along with the Verizon Edge plans called Verizon Max...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Verizon-Max-plan-offer-6GB-for-30-to-wean-unlimited-data-users-onto-a-tiered-plan_id46710
Amazon's wireless testing said to be for a private Wi-Fi network
Early on Friday, we passed along some information about some testing conducted by Amazon for what appeared to be a wireless network; certainly it would make sense for Amazon to offer a wireless network to Amazon Kindle Fire customers the same way it sells buyers of those tablets additional cloud based storage, apps and content...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Amazons-wireless-testing-said-to-be-for-a-private-Wi-Fi-network_id46708
Moto X dev edition and other carrier options coming "in days"
Today, the Motorola Moto X launched on AT&T along with the Moto Maker customization tool. Moto Maker isn't expected to be released from its AT&T exclusivity until November; but, the word from Motorola's Vice President of Product Management Punit Soni is that the device will be released on other carriers in just days...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Moto-X-dev-edition-and-other-carrier-options-coming-in-days_id46709
LG Optimus L7 II gets a flowery limited edition
The LG Optimus L7 II was unveiled in Black and White color variants and now, the company has officially announced a new limited edition of the smartphone with flower-covered panels. The new design looks elegant and comes with floral prints on the front and back panel of the smartphone. Apart from the design, there are no changes on the hardware specifications of the device. To refresh...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_optimus_l7_ii_gets_a_flowery_limited_edition-news-6636.php
BlackBerry Z30 faces off against the Nokia Lumia 925, reveals some specs
BlackBerry has one last chance to make a decent impression with its new lineup and that is the BlackBerry Aristo Z30; this is the phone that BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins has been excited about for some time now, with a 5 inch Super AMOLED screen, 2GB of RAM and a 2880mAh battery. This will be the first BlackBerry handset with a screen that hits the 5 inch mark...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/BlackBerry-Z30-faces-off-against-the-Nokia-Lumia-925-reveals-some-specs_id46707
Steve Ballmer calls it quits, will retire in the next 12 months
Steve Ballmer has officially announced his decision to retire as the CEO of Microsoft in the next 12 months. However, Ballmer will continue to work until his successor is chosen and will then bid a farewell to a position that he held from January 2000. Microsoft's board of Directors have already appointed a committee to direct the process of selection of a new candidate to fill the big...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/steve_ballmer_calls_it_quits_will_retire_in_next_12_months-news-6634.php
Gionee GPad G2 Review
Gionee GPad G2 is the successor of the original GPad from Gionee that was launched in India back in May. The GPad 2 is considerably a big improvement over the original GPad with a better display, better processor, more RAM and better front facing camera. The Gionee GPad 2 falls into the mid-range phablet market in terms of pricing and features. Lets check out how it performs. Box Contents For a midrange device, the Gionee GPad 2 comes with a lot of stuff in the box. The various box contents include Phone Battery 16GB microSD card Flip cover with plastic back Two Scratch guards microUSB cable USB Charger 3.5mm Headphones SIM eject tool Documentation including service center list, manual and warranty card The Flip cover that is offered is of reasonably good quality. Usually, we find a single scratch guard with budget devices, but we were surprised to find two scratch guards that comes with the phone. The headphones that come with the phone are definitely not the best, but they get the job done. Design and Build Quality Unlike other budget phones, the Gionee GPad 2 feels quite solid in the hand despite an all plastic build. The phone is quite solid and seems a little heavy because of the metal rim running across ...Source: http://www.fonearena.com/blog/79239/gionee-gpad-g2-review.html
"Join the pork side": Angry Birds Star Wars II detailed
Several days ago, Rovio announced the follow-up to their smashing hit Angry Birds Star Wars, and today the guys have posted even more information about the game on their blog. Angry Birds Star Wars II, as the game is called, will be released simultaneously across multiple platforms – iOS, Android, and Windows Phone. The launch date is still set for September 19, which is less than a month away from now. Price-wise, the game will cost $0.99 at launch...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Join-the-pork-side-Angry-Birds-Star-Wars-II-detailed_id46706
Purple Sony Xperia Z Ultra unit with support for the X-Reality engine and a new UI spotted in China
A purple-colored version Sony Xperia Z Ultra of as of yet unknown origin has apparently gone on sale somewhere in China, and it holds a little surprise for Sony fans. ..Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Purple-Sony-Xperia-Z-Ultra-unit-with-support-for-the-X-Reality-engine-and-a-new-UI-spotted-in-China_id46701
Asphalt 8: Airborne Review
Asphalt 8: Airborne feels like an action movie. Drift, jump off platforms, hit other cars, you’ll quickly forget your thoughts of safe driving - all to get you more precious nitro…Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Asphalt-8-Airborne-Review_id46700
Instagram coming to Windows Phone says Nokia executive (update: misreported)
Nokia executive VP Chris Weber might have put a smile on the faces of many long-suffering Windows Phone users; during a visit to Thailand, during which he relayed Nokia's goal to overtake Samsung as the global leader in smartphone market share, Weber also said that Instagram will be coming to the Windows Phone Store...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Instagram-coming-to-Windows-Phone-says-Nokia-executive-update-misreported_id46675
Steve Ballmer's full 'farewell' letter to Microsoft staff
Steve Ballmer has taken the difficult decision to retire as Microsoft CEO sometime within the next 12 months, and, as it often happens in such occasions, the big man has sent a "farewell" letter to the company's staff. In it, Ballmer does a few important things. First, he's explaining some of the reasoning behind his decision; second, he expresses his love for Microsoft and his colleagues; and third, he tries to motivate the remaining crew...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Steve-Ballmers-full-farewell-letter-to-Microsoft-staff_id46705
Cooling a smartphone processor with wax? It's possible, researchers say
Our smartphones – or the high-tech SoCs inside them, in particular – are now more powerful than they have ever been. The 2GHz CPU milestone has already been surpassed, 8-core processors are now a reality, and GPUs are capable of driving games with console-quality graphics. But the further a smartphone chip is being pushed, the more heat it releases – heat that has to be dissipated one way or another. And while some new smartphones already make use of advanced cooling techniques involving liquids, a group of researchers from the University of Michigan is suggesting a somewhat different approach...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Cooling-a-smartphone-processor-with-wax-Its-possible-researchers-say_id46702
Here’s what we’ll remember Steve Ballmer for (best and weirdest moments)
Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer has just announced he will retire within 12 month, a time period that the company will use to find the right successor for the CEO position…Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Heres-what-well-remember-Steve-Ballmer-for-best-and-weirdest-moments_id46704
Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer will retire within 12 months
Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer will retire in the next 12 months after some 13 years heading the company that makes Windows and Office…Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Microsoft-chief-executive-Steve-Ballmer-will-retire-within-12-months_id46703
Samsung ATIV Q launch delayed by patent infringement issues?
The Samsung ATIV Q is an amazing piece of hardware. It is fast, functional, versatile, and we had quite a lot of fun while giving it the review treatment. Yet even though it has been two months since the hybrid was announced, those who want to buy one are still stuck throwing money at their computer's screen. That's because the Samsung ATIV Q isn't yet available for purchase, and a recent report by Korean media sheds some light on what might be causing the hold-up...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-ATIV-Q-launch-delayed-by-patent-infringement-issues_id46699
UK carrier EE retweets Sony's Xperia Z1 (Honami) teaser
Yesterday Sony took it to Twitter to promote the "smartphone everyone's been talking about," which the rumor mill unanimously agrees is the Xperia Honami or Xperia Z1. Today UK's EE retweeted that message, which is a strong hint the carrier will offer the 20.7MP cameraphone. One of the most curious rumors about the Honami / Xperia Z1 is that it will record 4K video with its 1/2.3" camera...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/uk_carrier_ee_retweets_sonys_xperia_z1_honami_teaser-news-6633.php
iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C: side-by-side along with the screen, the camera and other
The new shots include a high-res peek at not just the exterior shell, but also the screen, front and rear cameras, vibration motors, audio jacks along with the SIM trays, and more...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/iPhone-5S-and-iPhone-5C-side-by-side-along-with-the-screen-the-camera-and-other_id46684
iPhone 5 case protects against extreme temperatures, looks good doing it
While smartphone cases come in all shapes and sizes, pretty much all of them are meant to protect our handsets from dents, drops, and scratches. The Salt cases, however, are a bit different as they provide resistance against extreme temperatures as well. Why is that important? Well, a smartphone may shut itself down and/or get seriously damaged if exposed to temperatures beyond a certain threshold. The iPhone, for example, works best from 32° to 95° F, but may malfunction if it gets way too cold or too hot. Moreover, excessive temperatures may seriously shorten any battery's life span...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/iPhone-5-case-protects-against-extreme-temperatures-looks-good-doing-it_id46698
Sony Xperia Z1 (Honami) flagship gets teased again
Following yesterday's teased Twitter image of the power button on the upcoming Xperia Z1 "Honami" flagship, the latest Facebook shot from Sony highlights the smartphone's underwater capabilities. The sheer amount of leaks surrounding the Honami officially qualifies as a boatload, so it's only fitting that Sony should add a few press shots to churn up some excitement for its upcoming...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/upcoming_honami_flagship_gets_teased_again_by_sony-news-6632.php
Samsung smartphones' hidden settings now tweakable through a new app
If you're looking to squeeze every last bit of functionality out of your Samsung smartphone, or you're simply curious to see exactly how deep Android customization goes, then the so-called Note 2 Hidden Settings app is for you...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-smartphones-hidden-settings-now-tweakable-through-a-new-app_id46695
Simple lens attachment turns smartphone into microscope
While it isn't the first product turning a smartphone into a microscope, the Micro Phone Lens is surely among the simplest solutions around. The accessory is pretty much just a tiny lens that you stick onto your phone's camera, gaining extra magnification for taking a closer look at stuff like the tracks on a circuit board or the wings of a fly...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Simple-lens-attachment-turns-smartphone-into-microscope_id46697
HP Omni10 appears at the FCC, probably a 10-inch Windows tablet
The HP Omni lineup consists of Windows-based all-in-one personal computers, but this newest member of the series appears to be a bit more compact. Okay, it is probably a lot more compact as it is a 10-inch tablet, as far as we can tell. It is known as the HP Omni10 and it has just been spotted over at the FCC...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/HP-Omni10-appears-at-the-FCC-probably-a-10-inch-Windows-tablet_id46694
Rumor: Nokia testing GDR3 WP8 update, Notification Center in tow
With Microsoft expected to launch the Windows Phone 8 GDR3 update by the year's end, rumors regarding its features are starting to accumulate. The latest one suggests Nokia India is already testing the GDR3 update internally, especially the new features the release brings. One of them is a Notification center, which according to many WP8 users is a major shortfall of the OS. According...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/rumor_nokia_testing_gdr3_wp8_update_notification_center_in_tow-news-6631.php
New gold iPhone 5S photos show white accents and dual-LED flash
Apple's security policies seem to have become very lax because more and more photos of the two incoming iPhones are leaking and they are starting to look more and more convincing. A new batch of gold iPhone 5S photos have emerged, this time from a more complete unit. This Apple iPhone 5S has had its plastic panels on the back installed and they appear to be white - the lighting in the photo...
Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_gold_iphone_5s_show_white_panels_and_dualled_flash-news-6630.php
Sony teases Xperia Z1 aka Honami will be water-resistant: “about to make a splash”
Sony has posted a new image of its upcoming flagship the Xperia Z1 aka Sony Honami suggesting it will indeed be waterproof…Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Sony-teases-Xperia-Z1-aka-Honami-will-be-water-resistant-about-to-make-a-splash_id46691
Samsung Galaxy S4 ROM combines TouchWiz and stock Android
Several weeks ago, we told you about MoDaCo.SWITCH and its first iteration. Simply put, it was meant to allow HTC One users to have both stock Android and Sense-flavored ROMs onto their units, with the option to easily switch between the two UIs. Well, MoDaCo.SWITCH is now available for the Samsung Galaxy S4 as well...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-S4-ROM-combines-TouchWiz-and-stock-Android_id46690
Report: Huawei faces shortages of the 4.7 inch panel for the Huawei Ascend P6
The Huawei Ascend P6 is one of the world's thinnest smartphones weighing in at a Twiggy-esque 6.18mm thick; yes, the device did lose the crown to newer models with a thickness of less than 6mm. In fact, the new title holder is the Vivo X3 which measures 5.6mm thick. The rest of the specs on the Huawei Ascend P6 make it a solid performer...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Report-Huawei-faces-shortages-of-the-4.7-inch-panel-for-the-Huawei-Ascend-P6_id46687
Windows Phone 8 to get a notification center with GDR3 update?
While we do know that Microsoft wants to add a notification center to its Windows Phone OS, there isn't much clarity as to when that might happen. The arrival of the said feature, however, might be closer than we think. According to rumors, the GDR3 software update for Windows Phone 8 is now being tested at Nokia India. A "Notification screen" of some kind is part of that software build, if the claims of a supposed insider are to be trusted...Source: http://www.phonearena.com/news/Windows-Phone-8-to-get-a-notification-center-with-GDR3-update_id46686
