Next generation Moto 360 to likely come in two sizes

We have been seeing leaks of the second generation Moto 360 for a while, including a brief leak in Motorola's own tweet, which showed off the design to some extent. Now it seems the watch will be available in two sizes. According to the listings over at Anatel, Brazil's federal telecom regulator, there are two devices named 360S and 360L. The 360S model has a 270mAh battery, while the 360L model has a 375mAh battery. In comparison, the current Moto 360 has a 320mAh battery. This does lead us to believe that these are indeed two different sizes of the watch. The current Moto 360, although not particularly large, was still quite large for those with smaller wrists. As such it makes sense for Motorola to introduce two sizes, the way Apple did with the Apple Watch. Source •...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/next_generation_moto_360_to_likely_come_in_two_sizes-news-13573.php

Windows 10 installations exceed 50M, new cumulative update is out

A little over two weeks after the official launch of Windows 10, the number of installations of the new OS has passed the 50 million mark. Even though the adoption may seem to have slowed down after the initial 14 million in 24 hours, the numbers will inevitably continue to climb as Microsoft gradually expands the range of devices to receive the update. Ever since day one the new OS has been available in 190 countries, but the wave-like fashion of the process has meant that certain devices will get the update sooner than others. The source states that a large number of devices were added to last week's wave, hence the growing install count. Meanwhile, a new cumulative update has been rolled out, bringing "improvements to enhance the functionality of Windows 10". The build number is 3081438 and the update weighs in at 180MB for 32-bit systems and twice as much for 64-bit ones. Due to its cumulative nature, however, only the bits that you haven't installed with previous fixes will be downloaded. Source 1 Source 2 |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/windows_10_installations_exceed_50m_new_cumulative_update_is_out-news-13571.php

First renders of the Huawei Nexus phone are here

As we already know, the 2015 generation Nexus will come in two incarnations, one made by LG, the other by Huawei. Leakster @OnLeaks seems to be keeping good track of both versions and recently outed both sets of specs, though with varying levels of certainty. A couple of days later the first renders of the LG Nexus 5 (2015) ensued and it was only natural that the Huawei Nexus 6 (2015) will come next. Here it is, sporting a full metal build, though both the materials and color scheme are purely the vision of the 3D artist and will not necessarily be in the final product. That said, the metal body seems more than likely, given that another reputable source was spotted saying it. Setting build aside, the device in the renders features a fingerprint sensor on the back, much like on the lesser LG version. Unlike that one, however, the Huawei Nexus' main camera sits off-center, but is still joined by a dual-LED dual-tone flash. The symmetrical design with two cutouts on the front for stereo speakers is similar between the two models, and so is the Type-C microUSB port - the next big thing in wired smartphone connectivity. For the full 360-degree view of both front and back, check out the video below. And do keep in mind, as usual, that despite the source's solid track record, the final device may still end up slightly different from these renders. Source 1 Source...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/first_renders_of_the_huawei_nexus_phone_are_here-news-13572.php

Android M to be named Marshmallow, Googlers Nat and Lo suggest

Ever since Google announced Android M back in May, two of the most intriguing questions, if by far not the most important ones, have been what exactly version number the new OS will carry and what the M will stand for. The general consesus on the first point is that Android M will only bump the digits to 5.2, but the next version candy remains a mystery. Among the myriad of options, so far Milkshake, Muffin and Marshmallow have emerged as favorites, and this new insider video on YouTube points to the latter. Now, when we say "insider" we mean Google employees Nat and Lo, who in their own words aren't familiar with everything that goes on at the tech giant (as if Larry page himself is). Anyhow, the two ladies have come up with a short song, titled "What's M gonna be?", which lists a whole bunch of naming possibilities. Musical qualities aside, the video ends with a guy sandblasting/painting a white half-droid, which looks suspiciously like a marshmallow. You don't need us to tell you, but we will anyway, that the video may very well be a ploy to throw us in the wrong direction. So don't be surprised if come announcement date the same white half-droid shows up on stage, only to have a muffin come out of...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/android_m_to_be_named_marshmallow_googlers_nat_and_lo_suggest-news-13570.php

EISA Awards results are out, Huawei P8 voted Best consumer smartphone

The European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) has announced the winners of its annual Best Product awards. The Mobile devices category is the one that interests us most, with prizes awarded in a number of sub-categories. The Huawei P8 snatches the Best Product award for consumer smartphone - the all-round smartphone winner, as voted by the editors of participating multimedia publications throughout the continent. More specific trophies go in other directions and the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge gets the European advanced smartphone title. The Sony Xperia Z3+ doesn't leave empty-handed and is voted European multimedia smartphone. There's a single Tablet category, won this year by the Lenovo Yoga Tablet 2 Pro. However, it is LG that is arguably the biggest winner this year, taking home not one but two titles. The LG G4 is deemed to have the best smartphone camera, while the LG Watch Urbane is crowned best wearable device. EISA Mobile Devices Awards 2015-2016...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/eisa_awards_results_are_out_huawei_p8_voted_best_consumer_smartphone-news-13569.php

Alleged BlackBerry Venice photo shows onscreen keyboard

The Blackberry Venice has been entertaining our imagination ever since the company gave us a fleeting glimpse of the smartphone at MWC back in March. There's been new info trickling out every now and then, and we've been led to believe it's set to arrive in November on AT&T. Evident from the start, the Venice will be a slider, with the physical keyboard tucked underneath the display, when not in use. Imagine though, you're not writing a lengthy business email, but only need to jot down a quick note. Well, there will be an onscreen keyboard for those occasions, or at least that's what this new leaked image suggests. As we already know by now, the BlackBerry Venice will be running on Android, and this onscreen keyboard looks very much like the stock Google keyboard, with separate number keys and a touch of BlackBerry black. Of course, we don't have solid proof that the photo is genuine, so take it with the customary dose of...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/alleged_blackberry_venice_photo_shows_onscreen_keyboard-news-13567.php

Comcast is prepping a YouTube rival named Watchable

Comcast is gearing up to launch a video streaming platform to compete with YouTube and Facebook, Business Insider reports. The service will be called Watchable (though there's a slight chance the name may change) and will initially be available to the company's Xfinity X1 smart TV box users. Comcast will be partnering with publishers like Buzzfeed, Vox, The Onion and NBC Sports (preliminary list, set to expand), who will provide all of their original content. The deal will be non-exclusive though, so they will be able to post on Facebook as well. While the X1 boxes are currently in use by only a few million subscribers, Comcast is planning to replace all of its customers' existing units to the X1 solution by 2017, thus providing tens of millions of outlets for video advertising. The service will eventually make the plunge into mobile as well, with iOS and Android devices making for an even wider target audience. Since the publishers won't be getting paid for the content, advertising will be the only profit-making mechanism, available to the publishers. It should be a pretty lucrative one nonetheless, considering that insiders put Comcast as the number one seller of video ads in the United...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/comcast_is_prepping_a_youtube_rival_named_watchable-news-13568.php

Unannounced Asus ZenFone variant receives TENNA certification

An unannounced Asus ZenFone variant has been certified by China's Telecommunication Equipment Certification Center (TENAA), revealing some of its specifications. Carrying model number ASUS_Z00TDA, the device is powered by an octa-core 1.5GHz CPU, and sports a 5.5 inch Full HD (1920×1080 pixels) IPS display. It comes with 2GB of RAM and 16GB of expandable internal memory. In terms of camera, the handset sports a 13MP rear unit and a 5MP front shooter. Measuring 152.5 × 77.2 × 10.8 mm and weighing in at 170g, this new Zenfone runs Android 5.0.2 out-of-the-box. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, 4G LTE, 3G, and GPS, while color options include gold and...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/unannounced_asus_zenfone_variant_receives_tenna_certification-news-13565.php

Google scraps Project Ara's Puerto Rico pilot program

Back in January this year, Google announced that the Caribbean country of Puerto Rico will be the first test market for its Project Ara modular smartphone. However, the company has now said that they are re-routing their "Market Pilot" (as they call it). And this is not goodbye Puerto Rico! Nos vemos en el futuro! #ProjectAra #tilwemeetagain— Project Ara (@ProjectAra) August 13, 2015 While there was no word on the reason behind the decision to change the location as well as the new initial test market, the company made it clear that they are not saying a permanent goodbye to Puerto Rico. In a separate tweet, the Project Ara team also said that further details on the matter will be announced sometime next week. More updates coming your way next week. Stay with us. #ProjectAra— Project Ara (@ProjectAra) August 13, 2015 If you aren't in the know, Puerto Rico was initially chosen due to its high percentage of mobile internet usage, providing the company optimum testing ground for the new...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_scraps_project_aras_puerto_rico_pilot_program-news-13566.php

Samsung Galaxy Note5 goes on sale in Taiwan

The Samsung Galaxy Note5, which was unveiled a couple of days ago along with the Galaxy S6 edge+, is now available for purchase in Taiwan, making it the first country where the device has been released. According to reports, the sole reason for this is the fact that the Note series has been a roaring success in the country. As for the price, the 32GB variant is priced at around $740, while the 64 GB model will set you back around $820, although the latter won't be available until the end of the ongoing month. It's worth mentioning that the handset is set to go on sale in the US late next week on August 21. All major carriers there have already announced the pricing information for it. However, if you are located in Europe, you'll have wait longer as the device won't be landing there any-time soon, at-least not this year. Via | Image...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note5_goes_on_sale_in_taiwan-news-13564.php

Moto 360 successor possibly leaked in a tweet by Motorola

Motorola might have accidentally leaked the successor of the Moto 360 smartwatch on Twitter. A render of a mysterious wearable device appeared in one of the manufacturer's official tweets earlier today. The unannounced smartwatch features a round body, but different button placement than the original Moto 360. While we were preparing this post, Motorola removed the tweet, thus further suggesting that we saw something we weren't originally supposed to. Curiously, the leaked smartwatch appears to feature a screen that's not fully circular - just like the first-generation Moto 360. We certainly hope that this will not be the case when the new Moto 360 debuts, as both LG and Samsung have competitors with fully circular displays already available or on the way....



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/moto_360_successor_possibly_leaked_in_a_tweet_by_motorola-news-13563.php

Huawei Mate 7S might have been benchmarked, revealing specs

As we approach the September 2 unveiling date for Huawei's next phablet, we're starting to see more and more leaks and rumors about it. This device will clearly have "S" in its name, as per Huawei's teasers, but it's still up for debate whether it will be called Mate 7S or just Mate S. Regardless of all that, the new Mate has seemingly been put through the paces of the AnTuTu benchmark recently. This has thankfully revealed a pretty complete list of its specs, through the benchmark's information screen (which you can see in the image to the left). So, the next Huawei Mate is apparently going to come with a 5.7-inch 1080p touchscreen, a 20 MP rear camera, an 8 MP front-facing snapper, 3GB of RAM, and 32GB of built-in storage. At the helm we see Huawei's own HiSilicon Kirin 935 chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU clocked at up to 2.1 GHz and the Mali-T628MP4 GPU. At the time it was tested, the smartphone ran Android 5.0 Lollipop. These specs mostly fit with what we've been hearing so far, but there are a few surprises. The main camera has been rumored to be a 13 MP unit some times, and the display resolution most talked about was QHD. As for how the phone actually did in the AnTuTu benchmark, the overall score it achieved was 46,776, which isn't bad but isn't record-breaking either. However, in the GPU compartment things aren't looking good at all, with the 3D performance score being just 11,946. Source (in Chinese) |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_mate_7s_might_have_been_benchmarked_revealing_specs-news-13561.php

New bands for large wrists now available for the Apple Watch

Apple has started selling a few new bands for its first smartwatch today. They mostly cater to people with large wrists. There's a new L/XL size Sports Band to be had, in either black or white. This fits wrists that are 195 to 245mm in size. The new Link Bracelet Kit adds an extra 40mm of length to the 42mm metal bands, again striving to fit ever larger wrists, up to 245mm. The previous largest Sports Band size was M/L, which only went from 160 to 210mm. The new Link Bracelet Kit and the L/XL Sports Band are each priced at $49, with shipping in 5-7 business days. Additionally, Apple has made the standalone Modern Buckle bands for 38mm stainless steel Watches available for $249. These will ship in late August, possibly around the 24th. They have been announced alongside the Apple Watch itself, but have so far not been up for grabs. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_bands_for_large_wrists_now_available_for_the_apple_watch-news-13562.php

Oxygen OS for OnePlus One gets Stagefright-patching update

Today OnePlus has made available an update for Oxygen OS for its first smartphone, the One. While the OnePlus 2 has launched running Oxygen OS outside of China, the situation's been more complicated for its predecessor. International One units shipped with Cyanogen OS on board, but since OnePlus and Cyanogen, Inc. aren't getting along anymore the Chinese startup has outed a version of its own OS, Oxygen, for the One. This was a few months ago, and it hasn't even been updated to Android 5.1 yet. Sadly, today's new release isn't based on the latest version of Android either. It's still Android 5.0 Lollipop, but at least the much-publicized Stagefright vulnerability has been patched. This, in fact, seems to be the whole reason why OnePlus has pushed Oxygen OS 1.0.2 to the One. So if you were expecting new features or the latest iteration of Lollipop, you're out of luck for...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oxygen_os_for_oneplus_one_gets_stagefrightpatching_update-news-13559.php

LG's next smartwatch is rumored to sport a high resolution screen

LG is apparently already working on its next smartwatch running Android Wear, according to a new rumor on the matter. What this rumor goes on to say is that LG's next wearable might come with the highest resolution screen ever seen on an Android Wear device. This should be a 480x480 panel, though it's still unclear if it will be round or square. If it is round, then it will be quite a lot crisper than the one in the LG Watch Urbane, which comes with 320x320 resolution. In fact, if we consider the same 1.3-inch size, the new watch should have a pixel density of about 340-400 ppi, whereas the Watch Urbane only boasts 240 ppi. The next LG smartwatch is currently codenamed Nemo, and that's the only other thing that has been revealed this time...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lgs_next_smartwatch_is_rumored_to_sport_a_high_resolution_screen-news-13560.php

Brikk starts pre-orders for $199,995 diamond-clad iPhone 6s

No, Apple still hasn't introduced this year's new iPhones, which are widely expected to be called iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. That, however, hasn't stopped one company that's into adding luxury to Apple's devices from starting pre-orders for modified versions of these handsets. As always in these cases, what's on the inside will stay the same. The outside, however, is a different thing entirely. Brikk is offering you blinged-up iPhone 6s units starting at $7,995, and going all the way up to a mind-blowing $199,995. The cheapest model is the iPhone 6s Lux, made with two layers of pure 24k yellow gold, 18k pink gold, or 950 platinum. At the other end of the scale sits the iPhone 6s Plus Diamond Omni, which is coated with the same options as the cheapest option, but adds in diamonds. Lots of diamonds, making for a total of 53 carats. Brikk says it will start shipping the pre-ordered devices around 4 to 6 weeks after Apple is going to release the standard, non-gold plated iPhone 6s duo. You can pre-order either by paying in full or by shelling out a non-refundable deposit that goes from $2,500 to $25,000 depending on which product you choose. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/brikk_starts_preorders_for_199995_diamondclad_iphone_6s-news-13558.php

Choosing between the Galaxy Note5 and S6 edge+ is tough, Chrissy Teigen will tell you

No matter how hard Samsung tries to persuade you that the Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ are two very different devices with distinct target audiences, there's no escaping the fact that both of them are similarly sized 5.7-inch premium phablets with identical internals. It's no wonder then that picking one of the two is a tough call, which mostly hangs on whether you'd ever think of using the S Pen. It would appear, though, that there's more to consider, as Chrissy Teigen will quickly have you convinced in the video below. Having a model talk about smartphones certainly brings a fresh perspective, and surprised as you may be, she does appreciate the S Pen. Ultimately, though, she goes for the Galaxy S6 edge+, and we suspect Pippa (the French bulldog) might have had a say on the matter. But why does John Legend have two phones, after...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/choosing_between_the_galaxy_note5_and_s6_edge_is_tough_chrissy_teigen_will_tell_you-news-13557.php

Samsung announces G9198 flip smartphone with Snapdragon 808

The world may be busy digging into details with the Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note5, but here is something we've almost missed. Samsung China announced a flagship flip smartphone with Snapdragon 808 chip and Android 5.1.1 Lollipop. Samsung G9198 is called 领世旗舰Ⅲ, but we'll just stick to G9198. The dual-screen flip phone comes with with two 3.9" 768p Super AMOLED touch displays and is powered by the Snapdragon 808 chip with a hexa-core processor, 2GB RAM and 16GB of expandable storage. The G9198 features a 16MP f/1.9 main camera with a LED flash, a 5MP f/1.9 front snapper, LTE connectivity, a heart-rate sensor, dual-SIM option, and a 2,020 mAh battery. The two cameras seems to be the same as on the Galaxy S6, S6 edge and Note5. The G9198 model number was previously rumored as the Galaxy S6 mini, so we ca now discard the S6 mini purported specs. The Snapdragon 808 surely sounded as a good option for the mini fella, but we'll have to wait for the official announcement. Maybe we'll see it at IFA next month, who know. Samsung G9198 领世旗舰Ⅲ is a Chinese exclusive and we most probably won't see it in other markets, as it usually happens with these niche devices. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_announces_g9198_flip_smartphone_with_snapdragon_808-news-13555.php

Evernote web client redesign now out of beta, available to everyone

We talked about the new Evernote web design back in October. The site was still in beta back then but the company has now made the design final and it is being made available to everyone. Just to recap, the new Evernote design focuses on simplicity, with a super clean look that lets you focus on your writing. The buttons on the side hide away when you start typing and only the essential controls remain on screen. You can check out the new UI in the link...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/evernote_web_client_redesign_now_out_of_beta_available_to_everyone-news-13553.php

XDA members found a way to side-load Google Play services on Windows 10 Mobile

Yes, you read the title right. Some skilled guys over the XDA Developers forum managed to side-load the entire Google Play Services package, including the Play Store, on to a number of Windows 10 Mobile-powered Lumia smartphones. At first the process wasn't easy, but after a few days it's now much easier to do it by yourself. In case you are interested in doing so, you should visit the XDA thread. Currently the compatible smartphones include Lumia 435, 635 with 1GB RAM, 730, 820, 830, 920, 925, 928, Icon, 930, and Lumia 1520. Those should run on Windows 10 Mobile. Note that this may brick your device and void your warranty, so it's recommended to be familiar what exactly you'll be doing. Last spring Microsoft confirmed Android and iOS app compatibility for Windows 10 Mobile, but it wasn't supposed to be as easy as installing the entire Google framework. But who knows, maybe everyone should be able to install Android (or iOS) apps after some future Microsoft update. Apparently Microsoft is open to anything these days. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xda_members_found_a_way_to_sideload_google_play_services_on_windows_10_mobile-news-13552.php

Leaked presentation slide shows Xperia Z5+ design

It's not like you needed an image to know what the new Sony Xperia Z5+ will look like, but here's one anyway. It looks like it was screen capped from an unfinished presentation about the upcoming phablet and it shows the classic Sony design. It will stand out from the rest of its pack with a 5.5" (or bigger) screen with 4K resolution (3,840 x 2,160px). Anyway, the image shows the Z5+ in Sony's three new favorite colors: Black, White and Gold but it seems to add a fourth one, Chrome. You can barely see it in this image, but the side of the Xperia phablet will have a fingerprint sensor. The Sony Xperia Z5+ may launch with the Z5 and Z5 Compact at IFA, though knowing Sony it could be held back to launch as an upgrade a few months later. Current info points to a Snapdragon 810 chipset though so it's not clear how much of an upgrade it will really...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/leaked_presentation_slide_shows_xperia_z5_design-news-13550.php

Watch the entire Samsung Unpacked 2015 event here

Yesterday, Samsung announced the new Galaxy S6 edge+ and the Galaxy Note5 at the company's Unpacked 2015 event. But just in case you missed the livestream, you can now watch the entire 43 minute keynote here. The Galaxy S6 edge+ and the Note5 are the company's latest big screen smartphone. The S6 edge+ is literally just the S6 edge upsides, with a 5.7-inch dual edge QHD display, 4GB RAM, and a 3000mAh battery with fast wireless charging. The Note5 meanwhile has a traditional display with the same size and resolution but comes with a new S Pen and improved software features. You can read more about them in our hands-on...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/watch_the_entire_samsung_unpacked_2015_event_here-news-13551.php

LG G Pad II 8.0 slate quietly goes official

LG launches an updated LG G Pad II 8.0 slate in South Korea. The first look through its specs sheet reveals minor upgrades over its predecessor, but once we dig deeper we found some interesting new features. The G Pad II 8.0 packs the same 8" 1280 x 800 px IPS display as its predecessor, protected by a piece of Gorilla Glass 3. It is powered by the same old Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, but comes with 50% more RAM at 1.5GB. The internal storage of the new G Pad II 8.0 is also doubled at 32GB and there's microSD expansion up to 128GB. The tablet also comes with GSM/3G/LTE support and has an embedded thin capacitive stylus. The rest of the specs include a 5MP main camera, a 2MP front snapper, a 4,200 mAh battery and Android Lollipop. One of the new G Pad II 8.0 key features is the full-sized USB 2.0 port, which can handle external keyboards, mice and flash drives. No adapters required. LG is promising full-blown Microsoft Office suite for the G Pad II 8.0 as well as enhanced Quick Memo app, Knock Code and Qpair, among others premium software features. LG G Pad II 8.0 will hit the shelves in South Korea very soon. There is no word on an international release, but since its predecessor went global there is a good chance the sequel does it too. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_g_pad_ii_80_goes_quietly_official-news-13549.php

Gaze upon the upcoming LG Nexus in this 3D render

It seems like the two upcoming Nexus devices will look the same in addition to having mostly the same specs. A 3D render of LG's 5.2" Nexus shows a fingerprint scanner on the back, below the camera. The camera protrudes a couple of millimeters from the back. The back itself is plastic with beveled edges, fitted on a metal frame. The camera features a dual-tone flash and an additional component, which may be laser autofocus. Assuming these renders are accurate, the upcoming LG Nexus 5 looks a lot like the Huawei Nexus that was handled on video a few days ago. Google wanted a fingerprint reader on the back of the Motorola-made Nexus 6, allegedly it would have been where the Moto logo is now, below the camera. Things didn't work out, but Android has native fingerprint support now and the hardware has to catch up. Unconfirmed 3D render of the upcoming LG Nexus 5 On the front two Moto-style stereo speakers are visible, on the bottom is a USB Type C port. This 3D render lives up to the prevalent rumors about the Nexus handset, but it goes without saying they are not guaranteed to be...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/gaze_upon_the_upcoming_lg_nexus_in_this_3d_render-news-13546.php

OnePlus 2 torn down, gets 7/10 for repairability

It's not the first time we've seen the OnePlus 2 disassembled, but since we haven't practised our Chinese this lifetime, we have to admit we struggled a bit with the translation on the previous occasion. It's nice then that iFixit got round to tearing down the self-proclaimed "2016 Flagship Killer" so we can gather up some more easily digestible info. The procedure kicks off with an X-ray shot of the smartphone, but regardless of its outcome, the device was already scheduled for surgery. Removal of the back cover is simple and the non-proprietary screw heads to reveal the innards are a nice touch. The folks then proceed to remove the non-removable battery and dismantle the camera modules, pointing out that the 1.3 micron pixel size of the 13MP sensor is the largest they've seen. The mainboard is held by a single screw, while the microUSB Type-C connector/cable assembly should be easily replaceable. Of course, the various chips are detailed, but the bottom line is that the OnePlus 2 gets a 7/10 repairability score (10 being the most easily repairable). It would have been even higher if it weren't for the fused together display/digitizer combo. You can watch the summary of the tear down in the video below, or hit the source link for detailed photos and...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_2_torn_down_by_ifixit_gets_a_7_10_repairability_score-news-13543.php

Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ will have 128GB options after all

Yesterday we were a little that we didn't see 128GB storage option for the new Galaxy flagships. It turns out that Samsung just didn't make a fuss about it, both the Galaxy Note5 and the Galaxy S6 edge+ will have a choice of 32GB/64GB/128GB storage. You can view them at the Samsung US site where you can get either phone for the major US carriers. The only omission is that Sprint won't have a 128GB version of the Galaxy S6 edge+ (it does have a 128GB Note5). AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile will carry the three storage options for both phablets. There's no pricing for the 128GB versions yet, suggesting they won't make it in time for the first wave of shipments. You can check out the currently available pricing here. And in case you missed it, pre-orders are for the US and South Korea only, Europe will have to wait until next year. And the big deal about the 128GB option is that you can't expand the storage after the fact - there's no microSD slot. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note5_and_galaxy_s6_edge_will_have_128gb_options_after_all-news-13541.php

Samsung Gear S2 smartwatch appears in a duo of official promo images

Samsung's soon to be revealed Gear S2 smartwatch made an appearance in a duo of official promo images. Earlier today, Samsung caught everyone by surprise by teasing the upcoming wearable device at the end of the Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ official announcement. The latest images of the Samsung Gear S2 are part of a decidedly trendy Lookbook with shots of Samsung's newly announced products. In the promo materials, fashion models flaunt the smartwatch with white and black wristband. Samsung Gear S2 will make its official debut during IFA in Berlin next month, on September 3. The smartwatch features circular display and sleek new user interface. Source...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_gear_s2_smartwatch_appears_in_a_duo_of_official_promo_images-news-13542.php

Verizon Galaxy S6/S6 edge getting Android 5.1.1 with Stagefright fixes

The Verizon variants of the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge smartphones have started receiving an update that brings Android version 5.1.1 along with fixes for the Stagefright exploit. The update also brings along several new features including caller ID for Advanced Calling, ability to turn off parallax "Wallpaper motion effect," Live Wallpaper options for lock screen wallpaper, as well as a feature to allow Exposure value to be adjusted from within camera viewfinder. Aside from the Galaxy S6 flagship duo, the Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 is also getting the Android 5.1.1 Lollipop update along with Stagefright fixes and its own set of improvements. Source 1 . Source 2 . Source 3 |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/verizon_galaxy_s6_s6_edge_getting_android_511_with_stagefright_fixes-news-13540.php

Russian government ends its ban on Reddit

Just a day after banning Reddit over a thread containing information on how to grow psychedelic mushrooms, the Russian government has unblocked the site. This came after the social news website agreed to block the thread from being viewed in the country. Earlier yesterday, Russian internet & media watchdog agency Roskomnadzor tried contacting Reddit over the issue, but after failing to receive any response, the agency issued orders later in the day to ban the entire site. Apparently, the move finally caught Reddit's attention, and the site took the necessary action. The website also came up with an official statement on the matter: "Reddit is a US company that operates a website with millions of users, posts, and comments. We regularly receive government requests around the world to remove content from Reddit and closely review these requests considering applicable local laws." "We want to ensure our services are available to users everywhere but if we receive a valid request from an authorized entity, we reserve the right to restrict content in a particular country." Via 1 | Via...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/russian_government_ends_its_ban_on_reddit-news-13539.php

Apple releases iOS 8.4.1 for all supported devices

Today Apple has started rolling out the latest version of its mobile operating system. iOS 8.4.1 is already on its way to all supported iPhones and iPads. It follows the bigger release that was iOS 8.4, which came out at the end of June with built-in support for Apple Music, the new streaming service from the Cupertino company. Since it's an x.x.1 version, understandably iOS 8.4.1 has one sole focus, and that is fixing bugs. The official changelog makes this extremely clear. Interestingly though, all of its improvements have to do with Apple Music. There's a fix for an issue that could prevent iCloud Music Library from working, another for one that used to hide added music if the service was set to show offline tracks only, and there's now a way to add songs to a new playlist if there aren't any existing playlists to choose from (which sounds like something that should have been possible already). A bug used to show different artwork for an album on different devices, and this has been squashed too, as have been several issues for artists trying to use Connect. Finally, tapping Love will now work as expected when you're listening to the Beats 1 radio...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/apple_releases_ios_841_for_all_supported_devices-news-13538.php

T-Mobile launches the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 on August 19

Alongside the just-unveiled Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+, T-Mobile has announced another Samsung device that it's going to start selling soon. We're talking about the Galaxy Tab A, in its 8-inch iteration, which is now officially headed to the magenta carrier with 4G LTE support in tow. The tablet will become available online and in "participating stores" starting on August 19. To get one you'll pay nothing upfront, followed by 23 monthly installments of $13.34 and then one additional $13.17 payment in the 24th month. This all adds up to a total of $319.99. The Galaxy Tab A 8.0 comes with an 8-inch 1,024x768 touchscreen, a 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 32GB of expandable storage, a 5 MP main camera, a 2 MP front-facing unit, and a 4,200 mAh battery. It runs Android 5.0 Lollipop. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_launches_the_samsung_galaxy_tab_a_80_on_august_19-news-13537.php

Verizon unveils Galaxy Note5 and S6 edge+ pricing, pre-orders

Not long ago we shared pricing information from three of the big four US carriers for the newly announced Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+. The only company that had yet to present its offer at that point was Verizon. And now the carrier nicknamed Big Red has finally decided to give us the full pricing details for the two new phablets. The Galaxy Note5 with 32GB of storage will be $32 per month for 24 months using Verizon's installment plan, adding up to a total of $768. If you go for the 64GB version, you'll need to pony up $864 upfront, or $36 per month spread over two years. For the Galaxy S6 edge+, the 32GB model is going to be $696 or 24 monthly payments of $29. The 64GB iteration will cost $792, which you can divide in 24 monthly installments of $33. Both devices go up for pre-order online starting at 3 PM ET today. Unfortunately Verizon hasn't mentioned when it will start shipping the pre-ordered units, nor when you'll be able to simply go to a store and grab one on the spot. On the other hand, the carrier has announced that starting tomorrow the two handsets will be on display in certain "participating stores", for those of you who want to take a look at them before pre-ordering. Verizon will offer the Galaxy Note5 in black and white, though the latter color will only be available for the 32GB model. The Galaxy S6 edge+ will come in gold (just for the 32GB version) or black. For a limited time, if you trade in any smartphone in working condition in order to buy a Note5 or S6 edge+, you'll get a minimum of $200 off. Additionally, if you bring your number to Verizon from another carrier, you receive $100 bill credit within 2-3 billing cycles after each new smartphone you purchase and...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/verizon_unveils_galaxy_note5_and_s6_edge_pricing_preorders-news-13536.php

Samsung Unpacked event wrap-up

If you are just landing on our homepage, you might be having a hard time navigating your way around all the Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Edge S6+ stories we have. Luckily, we've got you covered and here is a quick wrap-up of our coverage of the Samsung Unpacked event. .phone-highlight-stage { margin: 0 30px; } .phone-highlight { position: relative; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; margin-bottom: 30px; min-height: 500px; padding-bottom: 25px; } .phone-highlight img { width: 400px; } .phone-highlight a:hover img { webkit-animation-name: linesMoveDown; animation-name: linesMoveDown; -webkit-animation-duration: .35s; animation-duration: .35s; -webkit-animation-fill-mode: both; animation-fill-mode: both } .phone-highlight-links { position: absolute; top: 0; right: 0; width: 260px; margin: 0 !important; } .phone-highlight-links li { list-style: none; } .phone-highlight-links li a { display: block; padding: 8px 10px; font-weight: bold; background: #f2f2f2 ; border-bottom: 1px solid white; margin-bottom: 10px; border-radius: 5px; text-decoration: none !important; } .phone-highlight-links li a:hover { background: #b23f33; color: #fff; } .phone-highlight-links li a:hover .head-icon { color:#fff; } .phone-highlight-links .head-icon { font-size: 30px; float: left; margin-top: 10px; margin-right: 10px; color: #222; } .phone-highlight-stage h3 { text-align: center } Samsung Galaxy Note5 Galaxy Note5 specifications Galaxy Note5hands-on Galaxy Note5 announcement Galaxy Note5 official video Galaxy Note5 vs.Galaxy Note 4 Galaxy Note5 vs.iPhone 6 Plus Galaxy Note5 vs.LG G4 Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ Galaxy S6 Edge+ specifications Galaxy S6 Edge+hands-on Galaxy S6 Edge+ announcement Galaxy S6 Edge+official video Galaxy S6 Edge+ vs.Galaxy S6 Edge Galaxy S6 Edge+ vs.iPhone 6 Plus Galaxy S6 Edge+ vs.LG G Flex2 Misc US pricing for Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ announced Samsung teases round Gear S2 smartwatch for IFA announcement Samsung Pay goes live in South Korea on August 20, US to follow Samsung Galaxy Note5 will not launch in Europe this year ...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_unpacked_event_wrapup-news-13532.php

Here are the first Samsung Galaxy Note5 camera samples

As you surely know by now, earlier today Samsung finally made both the Galaxy Note5 and the Galaxy S6 edge+ official, after many weeks filled with leaks about these two devices. We've already gone hands-on with Samsung's new flagship duo, but one of the things you're surely eager to find out is how the Note5's 16 MP camera performs. To show you exactly that, we've grabbed three official camera samples from the device, and shot three more ourselves. In the gallery below, the first three images are those provided by Samsung, while the others are ours. Samsung Galaxy Note5 camera samples As you can clearly see, the Note5 seems to have a well-performing camera on its back. It appears to be the same unit found in the Galaxy S6 pair, which has been among the best in the mobile world this year. Unsurprisingly, Samsung is continuing in that vein with its latest phablets too. The camera in the Galaxy S6 edge+ should be identical to the one in the Note5 (and probably the S6 duo too), featuring the same f/1.9 aperture as well as optical image stabilization and auto real-time HDR. We will of course put the Note5's camera through a lot of testing for our full review, but until then we thought it a good idea to give you a first taste of what it's capable...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_the_first_samsung_galaxy_note5_camera_samples-news-13535.php

Samsung Galaxy Note5 will not launch in Europe this year

With all the leaks we've seen in the past few weeks, neither the Galaxy Note5 nor the Galaxy S6 edge+ have really managed to surprise us in terms of specs or looks after finally getting announced by Samsung today. But here's one thing we assume no one expected. The Galaxy Note5 will not be sold in Europe. Not this year, anyway. Seriously, Samsung will only focus on the US and Asian markets with the Note5, at least at first. There's still a chance that it will be officially brought to Europe next year, but at that point it will be quite a few months old, so it definitely won't have the same appeal. On the other hand, you will be able to buy the Galaxy S6 edge+ in Europe. In fact, pre-orders for this phablet are set to start in the UK on August 18, which is next Tuesday. It will be released on September 4. Pricing hasn't been unveiled yet, but that information will surely arrive soon. Samsung seems to think that people in Europe are less in love with the S Pen stylus and the software features that differentiate the Galaxy Note5 from the Galaxy S6 edge+ than those in other parts of the world like the US and Asia. It remains to be seen whether Samsung phablet fans actually agree with this...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note5_will_not_launch_in_europe_this_year-news-13534.php

Samsung Pay goes live in South Korea on August 20, US to follow

Samsung Pay, the company's mobile payment service, which is meant to compete with cash and plastic, and not rivaling solutions, is on the verge of its public launch. It will first be available in South Korea starting a week from now on August 20. Next in line is the US market, where Samsung Pay will launch on September 28, with beta testing to be carried out in the meantime. Samsung Pay relies on a combination of NFC and MST (Magnetic Secure Transmission) technologies. While the first one requires updated terminals, MST is designed to work with existing ones thus making it compatible with every terminal, where you can swipe your bank card, or so Samsung claims. The security of the transaction is guaranteed by fingerprint recognition, Samsung Knox and storage encryption. So far, the devices that support it are the Galaxy S6/S6 edge, and the just-announced Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+. We witnessed it in action and by the looks of it, it works effortlessly, but you can see it for yourself in our hands-on...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_pay_goes_live_in_south_korea_on_august_20_us_to_follow-news-13533.php

Samsung teases round Gear S2 smartwatch for IFA announcement

Just minutes before today's Unpacked event wrapped up, we got a very interesting teaser - a round smartwatch with entirely new interface. It's the Samsung Gear S2. Unfortunately the "one more thing" will be properly unveiled at IFA in Berlin on September 3. For now we just saw a glimpse of the all-metal Gear S2 and its new user interface. From what we saw in the short video we know the Samsung Gear S2 will pack a heart-rate sensor and will be very much fitness-oriented. The icons look suspiciously familiar, but that's another topic. The Gear S2 will go official in Berlin in less than three weeks, so the wait won't be...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_teases_round_gear_s2_smartwatch-news-13531.php

US pricing for Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ announced

US carriers have started announcing their plans for the new Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+. They are available for pre-order later today. AT&T Both devices will be available with Next 24, 18 and 12 pricing in 32GB and 64GB storage versions. You can also get it contract-free if you have the lump sum. You can trade in an old device for up to $200. If you have DIRECTV or U-Verse and switch to AT&T you can get $300 bill credit. Switching from another carrier can net you $100 in bill credit. .atable tr:first-child td { font-weight: bold !important; } Galaxy Note5 Next 24 (30 payments) Next 18 (24 payments) Next 12 (20 payments) Off-contract 32GB $28 $35 $42 $839.99 64GB $24.67 $30.84 $37 $914.99 Galaxy S6 edge+ Next 24 (30 payments) Next 18 (24 payments) Next 12 (20 payments) Off-contract 32GB $30.50 $38.13 $45.75 $814.99 64GB $27.17 $33.96 $27.17 $914.99 T-Mobile T-Mobile is offering the Galaxy duo on JUMP! And if you pre-register before August 20 you can score a year of free Netflix. The carrier isn't offering the 64GB versions of either device though. Galaxy Note5 24 months Reference price 32GB $29.17 $699.99 Galaxy S6 edge+ 24 months Reference price 32GB $32.49 $779.99 Sprint Sprint also lets you trade in an old device for "guaranteed $200 minimum credit." You can also grab a free Galaxy Tab 4 7.0 with new activation of a 2-year service. Galaxy Note5 Lease Easy Pay 2-yr contract Off-contract 32GB $25 $30 $249.99 $720 64GB $30 $34 $349.99 $812 Galaxy Note5 Lease Easy Pay 2-yr contract Off-contract 32GB $30 $35 $349.99 $792 64GB $33 $37 $449.99...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/us_pricing_for_galaxy_note5_and_galaxy_s6_edge_announced-news-13530.php

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ showcased in an official intro video

Multimedia lovers rejoice, the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ is here. The S6 edge's larger brother comes along offering a combination of powerful hardware, eye-grabbing design and unique features. Leaving productivity to the Galaxy Note5, the S6 edge+ focuses on exclusivity, but also boasts features you can't have without the dual-edge screen. Night clock, information ticker, apps edge for quick access, you're missing those on the Note5, and Samsung wants you to know it. You do get most of the other goodies too, save for the S Pen, but for the full scoop watch the official intro...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s6_edge_showcased_in_an_official_intro_video-news-13529.php

Samsung Galaxy Note5 promo video flaunts the new S Pen

The veil has been lifted, Samsung Galaxy Note5 is official. As usual, it's all about the S Pen, especially now that there's only one, there's no Galaxy Note Edge successor instead we got a pen-less Galaxy S6 edge+ phablet. You click the new S Pen so it pops out and it's easier to pull out of its sheath. You can proceed straight to jotting down your note. You can launch apps with the S Pen, take a screenshot of entire articles (even if they don't fit on the screen) and annotate them after. The stylus even helps you select multiple files - the video below demos that and everything else. There's the new design, new camera and...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note5_promo_video_flaunts_the_new_s_pen-news-13528.php

Samsung Galaxy Note5 brings Exynos 7420, ultra-sleek body

Meet the fifth generation Galaxy Note, though we like to think of it as the third "era" of Note. Every other generation brings a new design language - first two were all plastic, the second duo introduced faux leather, now Samsung has dropped plastic completely for a metal and glass follow-up to the Galaxy S6. The Samsung Galaxy Note5 (no space) is an evolution of the Note 4 with S6 DNA. The bezels around the 5.7" screen are narrower, the phablet itself is almost a millimeter thinner making it easier to hold in the hand. The Super AMOLED screen has QHD resolution as before, but the way it interacts with the S Pen stylus has been revamped. The stylus is clickable, though that only serves to get it out of its sheath. Once you do, you can start immediately taking a note even when the screen is "off" (with AMOLED the distinction is small). If the screen is already on the new Air Command shows up instead. You get to put app shortcuts in it to make multitasking easier. Speaking of, the Galaxy Note5 has 4GB of RAM, up from 3GB on both the Note 4 and Galaxy S6. This gives apps more playroom, but the Exynos 7420 chipset will have an even bigger impact - it's currently the fastest mobile chipset on the market, Samsung didn't even need to overclock it as new competition is yet to catch up. Storage is based on the fast UFS 2.0 standard. While it outruns regular eMMC 5.0 storage, data hoarders have been locked out of expanding the memory - the base model has 32GB, you can upgrade to 64GB and that's it. No microSD slot, no 128GB option (Samsung discontinued the 128GB S6 in some markets). The camera is lifted from the Galaxy S6. A 16MP sensor behind a wide f/1.9 aperture, plus optical image stabilization and auto real-time HDR. It can record 2160p video or livestream 1080p to YouTube. For selfies you get a 5MP sensor and an f/1.9 aperture. Samsung has updated the audio department with Ultra High Quality Audio, which promises "richer" sound. This feature will work over Bluetooth with new compatible Level On headphones. The Galaxy Note5 checks wireless all boxes, but a highlight is Samsung Pay, which works over NFC or MST (Magnetic Secure Transmission). Pay will launch in the US in September so it will be ready when Note5s arrive in users' hands. Samsung Galaxy Note5 official images The updated fingerprint sensor is available to secure transactions and other features of the phablet. Much like the storage, the battery has been sealed off. What's more the capacity dropped to 3,000mAh (220mAh down). Samsung is counting on Fast Charging - both wired and wireless! - to offset that. The Samsung Galaxy Note5 will be available for pre-order today, coming in Black Sapphire and White Pearl. It will be available in the US on August 21, with pre-orders starting today. You can go for a hands-on as soon as tomorrow in 7,000 locations across the US. Pricing will be announced by the...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note5_brings_exynos_7420_ultrasleek_body-news-13526.php

Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ outed with a 5.7" dual-curved display

As expected, the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 isn't the only new handset to debut at Samsung's Unpacked event. The company introduced the Galaxy S6 edge+ with a 5.7" dual-curve display and an Exynos 7420 chipset with 4GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ offers bigger display, more RAM and larger battery compared to the Galaxy S6 Edge. The new Super AMOLED stretches to 5.7 inches and keeps the resolution at Quad HD, which adds up to 518 ppi pixel density. The Exynos 7420 powerhouse is once again powering a Galaxy flagship, just like it did the Galaxy S6 edge. It offers an octa-core processor with 4x Cortex-A53 @1.5GHz and 4x Cortex-A57 @2.1GHz, Mali-T760MP8 graphics and 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM. The smaller S6 edge comes with "just" 3GB RAM. The main camera seems to be the unchanged - a 16MP snapper with optical image stabilization and f/1.9 aperture. A front 5MP selfie shooter is also onboard, again with a bright f/1.9 aperture. The connectivity package is as impressive as it can get - LTE Cat.6, Wi-Fi ac, Bluetooth 4.2 with ANT+, NFC, GPS (A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou), plus support for Samsung Pay via Magnetic Secure Transmission (MST). Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ runs on Android 5.1.1 Lollipop skinned with the latest TouchWiz UI. It also supports the newest KNOX version. The Galaxy S6 edge+ will be available in 32GB and 64GB flavors. The color options you will be able to choose from are less this time - Black Sapphire and Gold Platinum. Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ open tomorrow with actual availability coming on August 21. The smartphone will be available via all major US carriers (AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless) as well as BestBuy. Starting tomorrow you will also be able to experience the handset yourself by visiting one of the 7,000 Samsung experience shops across the...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s6_edge_outed_with_a_57_dualcurved_display-news-13527.php

Samsung Galaxy Note5 and S6 edge+ hands-on: First look

The Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+ are finally official, the first - a month ahead of its established product cycle, the second - replacing the proof-of-concept Note Edge with a market-proven mainstream design.



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note5_galaxy_edge_s6_plus_hands_on-review-1283.php

Apple updates Boot Camp app and drivers with Windows 10 support

Apple's Boot Camp assistant and its companion driver package are now updated to support Windows 10. Microsoft's latest and supposedly last desktop operating system was launched worldwide on July 29. The Boot Camp tool within the Mac OS X allows you to easily prepare your drive and install Windows OS hassle-free with just a few clicks. Once you boot your newly installed Windows you must run and install the Boot Camp driver package. Apple was quick enough to add Windows 10 support to its Boot Camp Assistant and the Boot Camp driver package. It seems to support all products released by Apple since 2012. As of today once you start downloading the Boot Camp drivers, they'll come with all you need to run Windows 10 properly. If you've been waiting exactly for this - then you should refer to Apple's help page with the tutorial for how to install Windows 10 and all the...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/apple_updates_boot_camp_app_and_drivers_with_windows_10_support-news-13525.php

Watch the Samsung Unpacked event live here

As most of you surely know, yet another Samsung Unpacked event is almost upon us. The show is set for 3PM GMT. But, just to eliminate any possible confusion, here is a nifty countdown timer: var CDown = function() { this.state=0;// if initialized this.counts=[];// array holding countdown date objects and id to print to {d:new Date(2013,11,18,18,54,36), id:"countbox1"} this.interval=null;// setInterval object } CDown.prototype = { init: function(){ this.state=1; var self=this; this.interval=window.setInterval(function(){self.tick();}, 1000); }, add: function(date,id){ this.counts.push({d:date,id:id}); this.tick(); if(this.state==0) this.init(); }, expire: function(idxs){ for(var x in idxs) { var now = new Date(); if( ((now.getTime() - this.counts[idxs[x]].d.getTime()) / 60000) < 59 ) this.display(this.counts[idxs[x]], "Now!"); else this.display(this.counts[idxs[x]], "Over"); this.counts.splice(idxs[x], 1); } }, format: function(r){ var out=""; if(r.d != 0){out += r.d +" "+((r.d==1)?"day":"days")+", ";} if(r.h != 0){out += r.h +" "+((r.h==1)?"hour":"hours")+", ";} out += r.m +" "+((r.m==1)?"min":"mins")+", "; out += r.s +" "+((r.s==1)?"sec":"secs")+", "; return out.substr(0,out.length-2); }, math: function(work){ var y=w=d=h=m=s=ms=0; ms=(""+((work%1000)+1000)).substr(1,3); work=Math.floor(work/1000);//kill the "milliseconds" so just secs y=Math.floor(work/31536000);//years (no leapyear support) w=Math.floor(work/604800);//weeks d=Math.floor(work/86400);//days work=work%86400; h=Math.floor(work/3600);//hours work=work%3600; m=Math.floor(work/60);//minutes work=work%60; s=Math.floor(work);//seconds return {y:y,w:w,d:d,h:h,m:m,s:s,ms:ms}; }, tick: function(){ var now=(new Date()).getTime(), expired=[],cnt=0,amount=0; if(this.counts) for(var idx=0,n=this.counts.length;...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/watch_samsungs_unpacked_event_live_right_here-news-13524.php

Sprint $200 trade-in leaflet reveals Galaxy Note 5 and S6 edge+

Samsung Galaxy Note and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ should go official at today's Unpacked event in New York. We know pretty much all there is to know about those two upcoming flagships, but in case you need a refresh - you may visit our rumor roundup article. Meanwhile Sprint has already printed leaflets, which depict both devices - the Note 5 and S6 edge+. They are participants in the trade-in program and Sprint will give you $200 and a free Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 if you return your old smartphone and opt for a Note 5 or S6 edge+. Naturally those will come up with a 2-year contract. Oddly the small print claims this offers expires on August 27, which is just 2 weeks from today. This probably suggests the devices will launch immediately after the announcement or just a few days after the event. There is less than 2 hours until the Unpacked event kicks off, so stay tuned for more...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sprint_200_tradein_leaflet_reveals_galaxy_note_5_and_s6_edge-news-13523.php

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6+ Unpacked: what to expect

It's hours until the Unpacked event, which will see the debut of the Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 edge+. Okay that's what we think from the rumors, let's recap them while we pass the time to the curtain opening. It goes without saying: spoilers ahead. By the way, the event starts at 15:00 GMT. There will be a livestream so you can watch the unveiling, but it isn't available yet so check back in a few hours, we'll post it so it's easy to find. Samsung Galaxy Note 5 Last year Samsung unveiled two Notes, but the fifth generation will likely be a solo act. The phablet king will be based on the Galaxy S6 both in terms of design and inner hardware. The screen is expected to stay at 5.7" QHD, though Samsung probably has some technology improvements for Super AMOLED. The back will drop the faux leather look, switching to glass instead. The chipset is rumored to be an Exynos 7420. Samsung usually uses a beefier chipset for the Note compared to the Galaxy S, but there's no word on a new Exynos. Perhaps we'll see higher clock speeds, but talk of a new 7422 chipset died out so new hardware is unlikely. Like the chipset, the camera department will stay put - 16MP camera with optical image stabilization on the back and a 5MP selfie camera. There's a chance the camera will move to a Samsung sensor or mix them up with Sony-supplied sensors. The Galaxy Note 5 should have 4GB of RAM, the extra gig will afford some extra room for Android 5.1 Lollipop, TouchWiz and apps. The new model will come with extra storage options - the usual 32GB, plus 64GB and 128GB. In case you haven't heard, chances of a microSD card slot are slim to none. Samsung is also cutting off access to the battery. It already did that with the Galaxy S6 and it seems the Note 5 won't escape that fate. We may see the microSD slot return on the dual-SIM Note 5, but we wouldn't bet on it. We expect to hear how fast the UFS 2.0 storage is and how power efficient the new screen and chipset are, but those are small consolations. Especially when Galaxy Note 5 is expected to have a 3,000mAh battery - 220mAh smaller than the previous generation. Wireless charging is a very likely addition for what that's worth and we're going to see some variation of Fast Charge (but no USB 3.0 or Type C). Here's a potential plot twist - will the S Pen stylus be clickable or not? Will it auto-eject? (our bet: "no" for both) Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ It may have been the Note Edge that pioneered the screen side curve, but that seems to be moving exclusively to the "S6 edge" line. The Galaxy S6 edge+ will be the same size as the Note 5, but it will not have an S Pen (so it's not a "Note"). The ~5.7" screen will have its left and right sides curved as on the smaller S6 edge. Stylus aside, the hardware will be pretty much identical - Exynos 7420, 16MP+5MP cameras, no microSD slot and a sealed 3,000mAh battery. We're not sure what could have prompted that decision, Samsung advertises the S Pen as the biggest reason the Galaxy Note is better than other phablets. Will the curved screen be enough to set the Galaxy S6 edge+ apart? Well, it better. It's expected to cost €800/$875 for the 32GB model so it's definitely priced like a Note. Pre-orders should start around August 20/21 in France and South Korea, the launch two weeks later. Samsung may be betting on a physical keyboard cover for the S6 edge+, which slides on the bottom of the phone and turns it into an OmniaPRO throwback. Something else A Galaxy S6 mini? An 18.4" tablet? A Tizen smartwatch? New Gear VR? The Samsung corner of the rumor mill is quite busy and we might see one of the gadgets standing there get promoted to official status. Last year at IFA the company unveiled two Galaxy Notes (4 and Edge), the Gear S smartwatch and a Gear VR headset. However, if Samsung brings out a new watch and headset today it won't have much left to show at IFA (which is less than a month away). Pulling the Note 5/S6 edge+ announcement forward was to give them some breathing room before Apple drops the new iPhone 6s/6s plus, so the focus will likely stay on...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_unpacked_what_to_expect-news-13522.php

A Geekbench 3 screenshot suggests iPhone 6s may pack 1GB RAM

The next generation iPhones will premiere this September at an official Apple event, but the details on those have been leaking for months. Today's latest info sheds some light on the RAM amount of the iPhone 6s duo. As the Geekbench 3 shot suggests the iPhone 6s packs just 1GB RAM, just like its predecessor. If true, this would probably put 1GB RAM into the iPhone 6s Plus as well. Of course this shot is super easy to manipulate, so we'd advise against take all of this as certain. The S generation iPhones have always been the ones to bring a big performance jump, while the non-S models traditionally introduce a new design. The iPhone 6s generation are rumored to come with the same design, but upgrade the chipset, introduce ForceTouch display and a new 12MP main camera. There is about a month until the official event so we'll know everything soon...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/a_geekbench_3_screenshot_suggests_iphone_6s_may_pack_1gb_ram-news-13521.php

Xiaomi announces Mi Wi-Fi nano

Xiaomi also announced today the Mi Wi-Fi nano, a smaller version of the already small Mi Wi-Fi mini. The new router is slightly larger than a credit card and fits in the palm of your hand. It has two PCB antennas and offers a range of 150m², which Xiaomi claims is stronger and more stable than competing routers that are also bigger in size. The router supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and has a speed of 300Mbps. It powers via a microUSB port and you can even power it using a power bank and it will last for 30 hours from a 10,000mAh battery. The Mi Wi-Fi nano is priced at RMB 79 (USD 12) in...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_announces_mi_wifi_nano-news-13520.php

Lenovo plans to lay off over 3000 employees and put Motorola in charge of mobile

Lenovo is quickly becoming part of the long list of legendary brands struggling for profits in today's vast tech branch. The Chinese giant is far from sinking, but both its PC and smartphone businesses haven't been doing well recently and the latest fiscal report from Q1 2015 paints a gloomy picture. The company's revenue has a 3% percent year over year increase, but the $10.7 billion are still short of the $11.29 billion forecast. Worse still - Lenovo's net income is down by 50%, compared to the same period last year. This has caused the company to do major restructuring to restore its profitability. One of these measures involves laying off about 10% of the company's employees from non-manufacturing sectors. That amounts to about 3200 people and a total of 5% of Lenovo's 60,000 staff. This should theoretically bring savings of up to $640 million by the end of the year. But Lenovo doesn't really plan on sitting on that money, quite the opposite. It should go toward a major restructure in the mobile business. The manufacturer plans to rethink its handset portfolio and bring it down to just a few signature models. Also, international sales are going to play a much bigger role in Lenovo's future strategy. But perhaps most interesting of all is the decision to put Motorola's expertise in charge of the mobile division. A Lenovo's CEO letter to employees urges the company's Mobile Business Group to better leverage on the complimenting strengths of Lenovo and Motorola, suggesting that Moto will be focusing on smartphones and Lenovo on PCs. We can't wait to see what new goodies emerge from the new arrangement. Source |...



Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lenovo_plans_to_lay_off_over_3000_employees_and_put_motorola_in_charge_of_mobile-news-13516.php

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