Falcon Pro developer joins Twitter to work on Twitter for Android

Joaquim Vergès, creator of popular Falcon Pro Twitter app for Android, announced on Twitter that he has joined the Twitter for Android core UI team and will be working on the app. Vergès said he was tired of all the limitations imposed on third party apps by Twitter and wanted to make a killer official app with full APU and modern UI. He also clarified...

New Moto app update brings location-based triggers

Android has become a truly versatile OS and it is always amazing to see all the creative things OEM's and developers are building on top of the platform. But "Vanilla Android" - the way it was meant and designed by Google also has its merits and consequently a lot of fans. Motorola has built a reputation for delivering a pure Android experience -...

This odd physical keyboard for the Galaxy S6 edge+ just popped up online

A physical keyboard on a Samsung flagship, now that is something frankly nobody could have predicted. The photo was just recently posted on twitter, courtesy Evan Blass or @evleaks, which leads us to believe it might actually turn out to be genuine. S6e+ keyboard cover -- clever. pic.twitter.com/4eAJKPq9ph— Evan Blass (@evleaks) August 7, 2015 The...

Motorola is quick to respond to Stagefright vulnerability with a set of patches

If you are the Android-tinkering type then it is more than likely that you have heard of the recent Stagefright vulnerability found in Google's OS. And if not, well it all boils down to a bug, related to some core Android messaging and multimedia capabilities that could potentially allow a hacker to high-jack your Android device by simply sending...

Apple will reportedly unveil the next iPhone on September 9

For those of you who are waiting for the next iPhone, here is some good news: Apple will unveil the device in the second week of September, most likely on September 9, according to a latest report. The report also notes that alongside the new iPhone, the Cupertino-based company will also announce the iPad Pro as well as the next-gen Apple TV, something...

Xiaomi teams up with Redington to sell devices in physical stores in India

Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi is definitely doing well on its home market. The Brand has managed to build up a lot of user trust and even a formidable fan base, thanks to competitive pricing and Apple-style viral marketing. Expanding into international markets has been on Xiaomi's roadmap for some time and the company has already made significant steps...

Xiaomi teams up with Redington to sell devices is physical stores in India

Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi is definitely doing well on its home market. The Brand has managed to build up a lot of user trust and even a formidable fan base, thanks to competitive pricing and Apple-style viral marketing. Expanding into international markets has been on Xiaomi's roadmap for some time and the company has already made significant steps...

EU fails to find any illegal activity from Apple Music, but the affair is still far from over

Apple Music is now a little over a month into its existence and yet the Cupertino streaming service has already managed to stir up a lot of controversy and make more than a few enemies. Like most new Apple services, its music streaming platform was launched with a flying start - a rich library of music already acquired and about 11 million subscribers...

Apple Watch now available for purchase on Best Buy

As announced last week, Best Buy has started selling the Apple Watch in the US, hence becoming the first third-party retailer to carry the wearable device. You can purchase the smartwatch from its website as well as around 100 retail locations. However, what's worth mentioning here is that not all the models of the device are available on Best Buy...

Latest comScore data reveals shrinking gap between Android and iOS

Market research firm ComScore has released its latest numbers for the US smartphone market revealing an increase in iOS' market share and a slight decrease in Android's share of the market. Android remains the top smartphone platform in the country with 51.6% share of the market, slightly down from the 52.4% it had in the month of March. On the other...

Oppo R5 gets a price cut through flash sale, now goes for $249

When it was announced back in October of last year, the Oppo R5 was the world's thinnest smartphone, with its 4.85mm profile. This, coupled with its frame made from 3D-welded aluminum alloy, made it quite crave-worthy even if spec-wise it was nothing but a mid-ranger. Time has passed, though, and it looks like its original asking price of $499 (or...

Google Maps for iOS adds night mode for navigation

Following its latest update, which is already available in the iTunes App Store, Google Maps for iOS now comes with a night mode for the navigation screen. It's incredibly surprising that this feature has so far been missing from the app's iOS version, especially since the exact same functionality has been available in Google Maps for Android for...

Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime may launch in India with more RAM, storage

Next week, on August 13, Xiaomi will officially unveil MIUI 7, the latest version of its Android-based mobile operating system. We've already heard that the Redmi Note 2 might finally debut at the same event, and now we can apparently add another device to the list. It looks like the Redmi 2 Prime will be launched in India soon. That's because it...

Droid Turbo 2, Galaxy Note 5, S6 edge+ all headed to Verizon

While the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ are widely expected to be officially unveiled at the Unpacked event taking place on August 13, now a new leak is confirming their names. Furthermore, both phones are going to be sold by Verizon, perhaps unsurprisingly. We know all this thanks to the image you can see below, which is purported to...

Motorola takes £155 off the price of the Moto X (2nd gen) in the UK

Back in June Motorola started a summer-themed promotion in the UK, and it looks like that turned out to be successful. That's because the company is now holding yet another summer sale in the UK. It's going to happen until August 31, so you still have plenty of time to take advantage of it. By far the biggest deal in terms of savings is offered on...

Next Meizu high-end smartphone to be powered by Exynos 7420

Meizu has traditionally strayed away from Qualcomm chipsets, instead splitting its lineup between Mediatek and Samsung offerings. The MX line has been relying on Exynos-branded Samsung-made silicon from its conception, but the MX4 defected to Mediatek camp and the MX5 continued that trend. Given that the MX4 Pro, which is the only one, actually to...

Apple gets rid of online store section, integrates it into product pages

The Apple online store is one of the biggest online stores in the business, not only housing company's own products but also accessories from various other brands. In which case, you'd be surprised to know that the store page does not exist anymore. But that doesn't mean you can't buy stuff anymore from Apple online. Instead of having a dedicated...

Dual-SIM Samsung Galaxy Note 5 to have microSD support

The rumors on the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 have been rocking between microSD support and lack thereof in the past weeks. While obviously that's already been decided by Samsung, we have no way of knowing it yet and we're still relying on word of mouth at that point. So this latest report, coming from Taiwan, claims that the dual-SIM version of the upcoming...

Samsung recounts the history of the pen, says S Pen is 'perhaps the most advanced ever'

From the brush pens of Asian calligraphers to the goose quills of Charles Dickens to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's fountain pens to the S Pen of the Samsung Galaxy Note. The company is looking and the history of writing utensils and some of their greatest users to stir up excitement for its upcoming flagship (coming next week!). Last year Samsung partnered...

BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition lands on Amazon

The Passport Silver Edition - which was announced by BlackBerry earlier this week - is now available for purchase in the US from Amazon. The online retailer is selling the device for $549, and you can get one shipped as soon as tomorrow. What's worth mentioning here is that the handset - which also brings a stainless steel frame aside from the new...

US officials say Russian hackers compromised Pentagon computers

US officials have revealed that Russian hackers managed to compromise the Pentagon's Joint Staff unclassified email system last month. Calling it a "sophisticated cyberattack," they said the intrusion occurred around July 25, following which the system was shut down and taken off line. The attack, which affected around 4,000 civilian and military...

Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 may be outed alongside MIUI 7 on August 13

Xiaomi is set to take the wraps off the next iteration of its mobile operating system based on Android on August 13. But at that event we apparently might see a new smartphone being announced alongside MIUI 7. New rumors are popping up in China saying that the long-awaited Redmi Note 2 will finally become official on that occasion. Furthermore, a...

Pebble Time Steel is now available for pre-order

Pebble opened the pre-order books for its top-end Time Steel smartwatch. The wearable device is set to begin shipping in six to eight weeks. Available in three different finishes, the smartwatch is priced at $249 for a variant with genuine leather band. Opting for a version with stainless steel bracelet will set you back an extra $50. On a side note,...

Samsung is testing an 18.4-inch tablet, import records reveal

In the Android world, there are small tablets, medium-sized tablets, big tablets, and then we have Samsung's Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 and Galaxy Tab Pro 12.2. Compared to every other tablet out there, they are positively huge. However, they may not be Samsung's biggest tablets for long. It turns out that the Korean company is already working on a much...

Microsoft Translator arrives on iOS and Android with wearable support

Microsoft has a competitor for Google Translate, and today it's launched it as an app for both iOS and Android. Furthermore, the Microsoft Translator mobile app comes with built-in support for both the Apple Watch as well as Android Wear smartwatches. So using it you can translate stuff by just speaking to your watch, never needing to take out your...

T-Mobile unveils the ZTE Obsidian, out on August 13 for $99.99

T-Mobile has announced a new Android smartphone today. It's the ZTE Obsidian, and it will become available from the magenta carrier, online and in stores, on August 13. This is a lower-end offering, aimed at those who prefer a cheap device with the basics covered. It's got a 4.5-inch 854x480 touchscreen, a 5 MP rear camera with LED flash, a 2 MP...

OnePlus 2 passes 2 million invite requests after one week

After a week or so of having its invite request page up, OnePlus is now announcing that more than 2 million people apparently want to get their hands on a OnePlus 2. Or at least on an invite for the phone. Unlike what happened with the OnePlus One last year, this time around the Chinese company will issue invites to people on the waiting list created...

Microsoft announces Windows 10 release date and new Chatpad for Xbox One

Microsoft has announced that the Xbox One console will be getting the major update announced at E3 in November. Although the company doesn't specify it every time, the update is based on the new Windows 10 operating system, unlike the Windows 8 that the current Xbox One UI is based upon. The new update will bring many features, but most importantly...

More than 11 million subscribed to Apple Music

Apple announced that more than 11 million users subscribed for Apple Music. The service launched just over a month ago and offers three months trial before the billing begins. The number is impressive, but we shouldn't forget it's a free trial and nobody has been charged for the service yet. But Apple says 2 million of those 11 million subscribers...

Asus Zenfone 2 Deluxe and Zenfone 2 Laser go official

In the middle of a fairly quiet week Asus introduced new Zenfones to bolster an already strong lineup. The Asus Zenfone 2 Deluxe is a prettied up version of the Zenfone 2 from earlier this year, while the Zenfone 2 Laser is a version of the 5" model but with a better camera performance. Asus Zenfone 2 Deluxe Even with the same dimensions as the model...

The design process of the Vertu Aster is as beautiful as it is pricy

Working in London, drawing inspiration from luxury watches, trying out expensive materials and a lot of manual labor is how a Vertu is born. It's easier to show than describe so the company put together a two minute video of how Vertu Aster Summer Collection 2015 is made. If "summer collection 2015" sounds like a boutique clothes thin, the reality...

Asus announces Zenfone Max with 5,000 mAh battery

Asus just launched a new mid-range smartphone entirely focused on battery life. Dubbed Zenfone Max it comes with an ample 5,000 mAh battery that should give it extra long power autonomy. The massive battery of the smartphone can even charge other devices when connected to the phone. Exact endurance numbers haven't been quoted, but given the humble...

ASUS announced Zenfone 2 Deluxe, Zenfone Selfie, Zenfone 2 Laser, and Zenfone Max in India

ASUS has launched four new smartphones in India: The Zenfone 2 Deluxe, the Zenfone Selfie, the Zenfone 2 Laser, and the Zenfone Max. The Zenfone 2 Deluxe is basically the Zenfone 2 ZE551ML but with 64/128GB internal memory as standard and a new back cover finish. It still has the Intel Atom Z3580, 4GB RAM, 5.5-inch 1080p display, 13/5 megapixel cameras,...

Angry Birds 2 beats download records, passes 20M in a week

Despite many special editions and offshoots it took nearly 5 years for the smash hit Angry Birds to get a true sequel. Even after all this time the level of excitement has not cooled off and Angry Birds 2 beat download records and passed the 20 million mark during its first week of availability. It took 9 whole months for the original to reach these...

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2015 teaser reveals S6 edge+ silhouette

As Samsung already announced, it's holding a major press event in New York on August 13. From what we gather so far, the keynote will be focused on the Galaxy Note 5 and the Galaxy S6 edge+ phablets, but this new teaser suggests there may be a third device, even larger at that. The lone image, joined by a countdown timer to the event, depicts the...

Moto G (3rd gen) review: Good as gold

It is hardly a surprise that the third generation Motorola Moto G is one of the most anticipated smartphones of 2015. After all, in less than two years after the first iteration of the smartphone (Moto G became the most successful phone in the company's history) made its debut, the Moto G product family has successfully redefined what a budget Android...

New algorithm could automatically remove obstructions from photos

We've all had to deal with this issue at one point or another - you managed to capture that one perfect shot and time it just right, but sadly a nasty fence or your own reflection are in the way and horribly distracting. Well, researchers at Google and MIT have been working on a software solution for the problem and it looks like they are onto something....

Seagate announces new 2TB Game Drive for Xbox

Seagate has announced a new Xbox branded portable USB 3.0 hard drive. The drive has a capacity of 2TB and is priced at $109.99. The drive works with both, the Xbox One and the Xbox 360. While the Xbox does come with capacious internal storage options, with the Xbox One topping out at 1TB, the sizes of games makes it easy to burn through that much...

Sony Xperia C5 Ultra to carry $425 price tag in Hong Kong

When Sony announced the Xperia C5 Ultra earlier this week, there was no word on its pricing and exact launch date. However, the device is now listed on the company's Hong Kong website, revealing a HK$ 3,298 ($425) price tag for an unlocked, dual-SIM unit as well as a release date of August 14. Specs-wise, the Xperia C3 successor is powered by a 1.7GHz...

Meizu m2 note to go on sale in India next week

The Meizu m2 note - which was announced a couple of months ago in June - will be available for purchase in India starting next week, i.e. August 10. The device will be an Amazon exclusive in the country, and will carry a price tag of INR 9,999 ($157) - this is apparently for the 16GB variant. Meizu #m2note is up for grabs. Priced at just Rs. 9999,...

WhatsApp for iOS now lets you include videos in chat backups

WhatsApp's iOS app has received an update, bumping it to version 2.12.5. The update brings some new and useful features, such as the ability to include videos in chat backups, custom notification settings for individual chats, and automatic loading of messages on scroll, among others. The updated app lets you backup your videos along with your chats,...

Samsung and Google promise monthly security updates from now on

Recently a pretty nasty vulnerability in Android was discovered. It's being called Stagefright, and it affects versions 2.2 Froyo and newer of the OS. There is a fix, and thankfully it's now starting to be deployed through over-the-air updates by different manufacturers and carriers. But to ensure a more swift response to future situations of this...

BlackBerry Passport Silver Edition is now up for pre-order in the UK

Yesterday BlackBerry took the wraps off its latest smartphone - the Passport Silver Edition. While it's really little more than a new color variant for this model, the company launched it like it's an entirely new device. The silver hue and metal frame do look nice, but on the inside the specs are identical to those of the black Passport. Anyway,...

Leaked image shows the Xperia Z5 and Z5 Compact from new angle

A couple of days ago an image surfaced claiming to depict both the upcoming Xperia Z5 and the Xperia Z5 Compact from Sony for the first time. In that shot, both phones were turned on and showing the instructions for training their respective fingerprint sensors. Thus, we found out that these are going to be the first Xperia smartphones to come with...

Facebook unveils live video broadcasts for celebrities

Today Facebook has announced a new feature. This one is going to be exclusive to celebrities, though. Starting today, verified athletes, musicians, politicians, and "other influencers" will be able to share live video with their fans. This will happen through Facebook Mentions, the special app designed just for celebrities. Obviously though, you...

Garmin announces Forerunner 25 - GPS running watch

Garmin has announced a new GPS running watch called Forerunner 25. The watch uses GPS to track the distance you ran, your pace, your steps, heart rate, and use that to tell you how many calories you burned. The watch also pairs with your phone to transfer all that data to the Garmin app on your phone, where you can keep a track of all of it and even...

T-Mobile cuts Galaxy S6 and S6 edge prices by up to $200

Not long ago word got out that Samsung would be cutting the prices of the Galaxy S6 and S6 edge, in order to help the two devices sell better across the world. And while we've already seen the new pricing in Europe, it's now time for a US-based carrier to act too. T-Mobile is the first to drop the prices for the duo in the US. For both the Galaxy...

Nokia N1 officially headed to UK and Ireland

So far the only way to get a Nokia N1 in UK and Ireland was to import it from Asia, but the tablet will soon become available via official channels. The tablet is priced at £219 and you will be able to order it in the upcoming weeks. NokiaShop UK will be offering the slate, but you can only register your interest for now. Once it becomes available...

Full specs leak for Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 820 SoC

The Snapdragon 820 has been frequently discussed during the past few months. After the major overheating scandal that engulfed the Snapdragon 810 and definitely took its toll on Qualcomm's standing in the mobile industry as a whole, the company is needs to do some major damage control with its next generation of chips. A lot is riding on the Snapdragon...

Huawei teases a new Honor smartphone for August 8

Huawei is already prepping its next Honor device for a proper announcement, just two months after the Honor 7 went official. The company released the first teaser for the new Honor today and it spills the beans on the official premiere - August 8. According to the teaser picture we should expect an "amazing" new Honor. But that's all we got, there...