Samsung was granted yet another patent for flexible display technology

Bendable and flexible screens have been a lot like the iconic self-lacing shoes from Back to the Future for some time now. There has been a lot of of talk about the feasibility of the technology at least as far back as three years ago and we have all grown so accustomed to the thought, that it almost feels weird it is not a thing yet. It also seems like Samsung has been involved in the better part of said talks and rumors and understandably so, since the Korean giant has now amassed a decent collection of patents and proof of concepts on the matter. The more astute among you, might...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_was_granted_yet_another_patent_for_flexible_display_technology-news-21867.php

The new GoPro Remo is a voice-controlled wireless remote that opens up new possibilities

One of the great new features GoPro added to its Hero5 Black and Hero Session action cameras is voice control. It really makes a lot of sense when you think about it, since most proper uses of the tough and compact recorders does often leave you with your hands preoccupied. There are, however, some problems with this feature, like wind noise or operating the camera at a distance. While GoPro's handy smartphone control app or simply shouting might often be an option, the company has now outed a more elegant solution. The Remo is a small voice-controlled, wireless remote that can be...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/the_new_gopro_remo_is_a_voicecontrolled_wireless_remote_that_opens_up_new_possibilities-news-21864.php

The Nexus 4 is getting some CyanogenMod love with 14.1 nightly builds

If you are the type of person, who tends to form attachments to particular tech and don't really feel like moving on or upgrading regularly, then chances are you have already found your perfect phone years back and are still with it. If that is the case and taking into account you are currently on a tech-centric site, chances are you are familiar witch CyanogenMod and might even be running the custom OS. Then, you will also be happy to hear that despite the recent calamities over at Cyanogen Inc., the dedicated custom ROM group is still alive and well and constantly expanding its...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/the_nexus_4_is_getting_some_cyanogenmod_love_with_141_nightly_builds-news-21866.php

LG Stylo 2 currently going for as low as $60 in US

The LG Stylo 2 has received a price cut in the United States. A quick look at the device's listing on Amazon reveals that it's currently going for as low as $60 in the country. Specifically, the Boost Mobile variant of the handset is listed for $59.99, down from the $99.99 price tag it usually carries. On the other hand, the Virgin Mobile model is currently going for $69.99, which translates into a discount of $110. There's currently no information on when the deal ends, so those interested in availing it may have to act fast. Source

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_stylo_2_currently_going_for_as_low_as_60_in_us-news-21859.php

Android 7.1.1 Nougat will likely hit Nexus devices on December 6

Amid the ongoing Nougat update frenzy in the smartphone realm, it appears Nexus owners will, once again, be blessed with bragging rights for running the latest and greatest Android version. This is all thanks to Google and the decision to thankfully continue supporting the Nexus line with bleeding-edge AOSP builds, even after the company threw its glove into the smartphone market with the Pixel and Pixel XL. Frankly, it was the right thing to do and Google is sticking by it, at least for now, that is, with many Nexus devices already running Android 7.0. Earlier this month, it also...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/android_711_nougat_will_likely_hit_nexus_devices_on_december_6-news-21863.php

Oppo R9s hands-on: a handsome cameraman

The Oppo R9s is a phone with a striking appearance and an impressive camera. There's more to it than that, but for our first encounter, we decided to focus on its best qualities. The R-series has produced some alluring mid-rangers, but the R9s has its sights set on a more premium position. Design The Oppo R9s design unabashedly borrows from the iPhone, but when a company manages to out-Apple Apple, then we take notice. Clear your mind of the similarities in design and focus on the differences. Both the R9s and iPhone 7 Plus are phones with 5.5" screens, but the Oppo is thinner among...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_r9s_handson_a_handsome_cameraman-news-21846.php

Black color variant of Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro leaks

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy C9 Pro last month. The device - which is currently only available in China - comes in just two colors: Gold and Pink Gold. However, looks like that's soon going to change as a new image has leaked, allegedly showing the black colored variant of the device. To refresh, the Galaxy C9 Pro is powered by Snapdragon 653 SoC, and sports a 6-inch HD display. RAM is 6GB, while internal memory is 64GB. In terms of camera, the device features a 16MP rear and a 16MP front shooter. A large, 4,000mAh battery is there to keep the lights on. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/black_color_variant_of_samsung_galaxy_c9_pro_leaks-news-21862.php

Cortana's Android app updated with new birthday reminder feature

Microsoft has pushed out a new update to Cortana's Android app, bumping it to version 1.9.12, and bringing a couple of new features, including the ability to send birthday reminders. "Birthday reminder: never miss a friend's birthday again," the change-log for the update says. Reportedly, the digital personal assistant will get birthday-related data from Outlook Calendar. Another feature the update brings along is the ability to connect to multiple calendars. Then there are a couple of improvements, as well as fixes for several crash-related bugs. You can download the updated app...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/cortana_for_android_updated_with_new_birthday_reminder_feature-news-21858.php

Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro now appears on Geekbench

After being spotted on Zauba last month, the Samsung Galaxy C7 Pro (SM-C7010) has now appeared on Geekbench. The benchmark listing reveals that the phone is powered by Snapdragon 626 SoC, which is inline with earlier rumors. Other specs that the listing reveals include 4GB RAM and Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow OS. The device's Zauba listing had revealed a display size of 5.7-inches. The Galaxy C7 Pro, along with the Galaxy C5 Pro, is rumored to be made official sometime next month. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_c7_pro_now_appears_on_geekbench-news-21861.php

YI 4K Action Camera currently going for under $200 in US

The YI 4K Action Camera from Xiaomi-backed YI Technology has received a price cut in the US. The device - which was launched in the country back in July this year, carrying a $249.99 price tag - is currently going for $199.99. First launched in China back in May this year, the YI 4K Action Camera is an updated version of the YI Action Camera, featuring a 12MP Sony IMX377 sensor. As clear from the name, the device can record videos in 4K. You can learn more about the device here. Coming back to the deal, Amazon is also offering a $50 discount on the Selfie Set bundle that includes...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/yi_4k_action_camera_currently_going_for_under_200_in_us-news-21856.php

Carrier reveals Android 7.1 update roll-out date

If you recall, back in October this year, when Google made the Android 7.1 Nougat OS official, it was revealed that the final update will be rolled-out to the general public sometime early December. While Google is yet to reveal an exact date for the final roll-out, looks like the update will be pushed out on December 6, at-least in Australia. The information comes courtesy of Vodafone Australia. A dedicated page on the carrier's website reveals that the update (Android 7.1.1) includes the December security patch and weighs in at around 650MB. The Nexus 6P will be getting it on the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/carrier_reveals_android_71_update_rollout_date-news-21860.php

Motorola Moto G4 and G4 Plus receive price cuts in US

If you are a Motorola fan in the US and are in the market for a new smartphone, it's worth knowing that the company's Moto G4 and G4 Plus smartphones are currently selling at discounted rates in the country. A quick look at Motorola's official US website reveals that the Moto G4 carries a price tag of $179.99, while the Moto G4 Plus is listed for 199.99. That's down $20 and $50 from their usual price tags, respectively. The offer runs through November 29. Not only Motorola, Amazon is also offering some attractive discounts on the handsets. For example, the 32GB Moto G4 is currently...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_g4_and_g4_plus_receive_price_cuts_in_us-news-21855.php

New leak suggests December launch for Meizu M5 Note

Up until now, we were expecting the Meizu M5 Note to be made official alongside the Meizu X on November 30. However, according to a new leak - which allegedly shows the Chinese company's 2016 launch schedule - that won't be the case. The leaked schedule reveals a December launch for the device. The phone has already been spotted in benchmark listings and has also been the subject of an image leak. Specs-wise, it is said to be powered by Mediatek's Helio P10 SoC and sport a full HD display. Other rumored specs include, 3GB/32GB memory configuration, 13MP/5MP camera combo, and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_leak_suggests_december_launch_for_meizu_m5_note-news-21857.php

Galaxy S8 might have of 6GB of RAM, 256GB of storage

With the Note7's discontinuation, Samsung will be on everyone's watch with high expectations of the company's next flagship device: the Samsung Galaxy S8. And although we haven't seen any leaks of the hardware, the rumor mill has been churning out lots of news with no signs of slowing down any time soon. Some new rumors deciphered by TechTastic on Weibo suggest that the Galaxy S8 will feature a 256GB storage option. And it's not yet known if this is intended to be a standard size or larger storage option. The S8 is also rumored to come with 6GB of RAM, a good decision considering even the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s8_might_have_of_6gb_of_ram_256gb_of_storage_and_priced_like_the_s7_-news-21852.php

Deal: Nextbit Robin just $150 on eBay

The Nextbit Robin is an Android smartphone released with its much discussed cloud-based storage feature. The idea is that you can install all the apps you want without running out of space. Apps that you don't use as much and photos are archived in the cloud while you sleep, and when you need them again, they are downloaded in the background. Nextbit sells the Robin at $399, but you can snag a brand-new one on eBay for just $150. That's a great deal for an Android smartphone with 32GB of storage, a 5.2 inch 1080p display, and it runs near-stock Android on a hexa-core Snapdragon 808...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/deal_nextbit_robin_just_150_on_ebay-news-21854.php

McDonald's to offer mobile ordering and payments in the US

McDonald's the largest fast-food chain in the world, will update its restaurants with self-service kiosks, mobile payments, and table service. Reuters reports that McDonald's will be updating restaurants with these new high-tech implementations with hopes to catch up to the other guys who are well ahead in these aspects. McDonald's isn't the first US restaurant to allow online ordering. Starbucks, Taco Bell, Panera, and a few major Pizza chains like Domino's already offer online ordering via an app or self-service kiosks where customers can place orders while completely bypassing...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/mcdonalds_to_offer_mobile_ordering_and_payments_in_the_us-news-21853.php

Oppo A57 gets announced in China with 13 MP selfie camera

While it still hasn't decided whether the high-end Find 9 will ever be a real thing, Oppo is on the other hand constantly launching new midrangers. Case in point: the new Oppo A57, just unveiled for the Chinese market. The smartphone comes with that unmistakable Oppo look, dressed in a gold or rose gold all-metal casing, with 2.5D curved glass on top of its 5.2-inch 720p touchscreen. Its main camera is a 16 MP unit with f/2.0 aperture, 1.12nm pixels, phase detection autofocus, and a LED flash, while taking care of selfies is a 13 MP sensor with f/2.2 aperture. It's powered by the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_a57_gets_announced_in_china_with_13_mp_selfie_camera-news-21851.php

Xiaomi Mi 6 to land in March with Snapdragon 835 chipset

This definitely feels a bit like deja vu. Remember how yesterday a rumor from China claimed the Oppo Find 9 would launch in March with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 on board? Well, that got debunked in the meantime, but apparently there's another Chinese smartphone that will actually be out in March sporting Qualcomm's latest and greatest. Yes, the Xiaomi Mi 6. According to one iSuppli analyst, this will be the first Chinese device to feature the upcoming SoC, and will be released at around the same time as Samsung's Galaxy S8 will get its international launch - as it happens, that model will...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_6_to_land_in_march_with_snapdragon_835_chipset-news-21850.php

Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime review: Fancy on a budget

Redmis, Redmis everywhere. The Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime is the top-specced one of the forth generation, which so far consists of three phones (remember, the Redmi 4 and 4a were announced alongside the 4 Prime).

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_4_prime-review-1526.php

New renders show the Huawei P10 without a physical Home button

A couple of days ago we saw what were claimed to be leaked renders depicting the upcoming Huawei P10. They showed a device with a dual-curved touchscreen, but also an oddity for the mobile world: both a physical Home button on the front and a fingerprint sensor on the back. This arrangement isn't one we remember ever seeing before, and it's easy to understand why - those companies who employ a physical Home button on their devices can easily make it double as a fingerprint scanner, so there's no need for that to be on the handset's back. Luckily, the people creating these renders seem to...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_renders_show_the_huawei_p10_without_a_physical_home_button-news-21849.php

Oppo Find 9 won't be coming in the first half of next year, new sources say

Yesterday a rumor out of China claimed the legendary Oppo Find 9 would finally be announced in March of next year, almost two years after the debut of its predecessor, the Find 7. This was pretty exciting, if only because the Find 9 has been one of the most rumored devices ever, in fact it's probably the most rumored smartphone that hasn't launched yet. Today though the situation has changed. A reputed Chinese mobile market analyst has basically said, in no uncertain terms, that the Find 9 will not be launched in the first half of next year. Additionally, an employee of Qualcomm's Chinese...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_9_wont_be_coming_in_the_first_half_of_next_year_new_sources_say-news-21848.php

Samsung releases third Android 7.0 beta for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge

Samsung has released the third Android 7.0 Nougat beta for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge in the UK in as many weeks. The latest build brings improvements to the notification shade. You can now choose the grid layout for the toggles and also choose to have the brightness slider at the top of the toggles. The update also gets rid of the Edge feeds feature. Other than that, there are a bunch of minor improvements and bug fixes but the update also has some issues of its own, such as the slow lighting of the screen when you wake up the phone and intermittent Wi-Fi...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_releases_third_android_70_beta_for_the_galaxy_s7_and_s7_edge-news-21847.php

Sharp unveils Star Wars-themed phone for SoftBank

Verizon typically has dibs on Star Wars-themed smartphones - they even licensed the word "Droid" from George Lucas. Now Sharp is stepping into their territory with a phone for SoftBank. The phone comes in two versions - Light side and Dark side, naturally, and features live wallpapers and themes that turn its screen into the cockpit of an X-Wing or a Tie fighter respectively. Star Wars-themed ringtones, emoji and an alarm clock are also included. The Light and the Dark side You also get to watch Star Wars: The Force Awakens for free. We're not sure but you may have to bring...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sharp_unveils_star_warsthemed_phone_for_softbank-news-21844.php

Galaxy S8 Bixby voice assisted AI to work with Samsung Pay

Samsung is reportedly working on its own voice-assisted AI system, along the lines of Siri and Google Assistant. It will likely be called Bixby with a male voice, and there will be a possible female variant as well called Kestra. The information comes courtesy of Dutch website GalaxyClub. Samsung has seemingly filed for trademarks for all variations of the Bixby name with the description ‘Computer software for enabling hands-free use of a mobile phone through voice recognition' and ‘Computer software used to process voice commands'. The voice assistant will also be able to process...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s8_will_possibly_come_with_its_own_voice_assisted_ai-news-21842.php

More Meizu X renders leak, showing off device's front this time

Just yesterday, we saw a Meizu X render that partially revealed the back of the device. And today, a couple of new renders alleged to be of the handset have leaked, showing off the front of the phone this time. Here's the first render: The second render doesn't reveal much. It'd have revealed some useful information (presumably the device's specifications), but - as you can see in the render below - a lot of area in the image has been blurred, leaving almost everything to imagination. Specs-wise, the Meizu X is rumored to be powered by a new Helio X30 chip manufactured by the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/more_meizu_x_renders_leak_showing_off_devices_front_this_time-news-21837.php

New Samsung Galaxy Note5 update brings Note7's Grace UX

Samsung has started rolling out a new update to its Galaxy Note5 smartphone from last year. The update, among other changes, brings the Grace user interface, which made its debut on the ill-fated Galaxy Note7, and will probably also arrive on the S7 series with the Nougat update . Currently, only South Korean Galaxy Note5 units that are on the Korea Telecom's network are getting the update, which arrives as firmware version KKU2CPI1, and is based on Android Marshmallow version 6.0.1. As is usually the case with OTA rollouts, it may take time for the update to hit your device....

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_samsung_galaxy_note5_update_brings_note7s_grace_ux-news-21836.php

AT&T Black Friday deals are out and there are some good bargains

AT&T is keeping its Black Friday listings relatively short, but there are still some nice deals to have. One of the best smartphone offers appears to be on last year's Samsung Galaxy S6 line. If you pick up one of the eligible models on an AT&T Next plan, you get a $200 VISA Reward Card. Similarly, if you opt for the same plan and an LG G5, you get a $300 reward card. The card in question will be mailed to you in 8 weeks or so. There are some offers on "free" devices as well. For instance, if you get the a $50 or more AT&T Next plan, plus DirectTV with at least a $29.99 bundle,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/at_t_black_friday_deals_are_out_and_there_are_some_good_bargains-news-21839.php

OnePlus 3T shipments begin

If you ordered the newly-announced OnePlus 3T smartphone, you'll be glad to know that shipments for the device have begun. The Chinese company has started sending out e-mails informing customers that their units have been shipped. The device went official early last week, and went on sale in the United States and Canada recently. It's set to launch in Europe and Hong Kong on November 28, while China will get it on November 29. India launch, on the other hand, is set for December 2. Source

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_3t_shipments_begin-news-21835.php

Sony Xperia X currently going for under $300 in US - a $100 discount

If you are a Sony fan in the US and are in the market for a new smartphone (and not necessarily a flagship one), here's a deal for you: the Sony Xperia X is currently going for $299.99 in the country - a discount of $100. Amazon has the device listed on its website for that price. Keep in mind that the discount is only on the Black colored variant of the phone. The other three colors - White, Lime Gold, and Rose Gold - are all listed for well above $330. There's no information on when the deal ends, so those interested in availing it may have to act fast. Source

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_x_currently_going_for_under_300_in_us-news-21833.php

HP's Elite x3 goes on sale in Hong Kong

If you recall, HP officially announced its Elite x3 Windows 10 smartphone for Hong Kong back in September this year. At that time, the company said the business-focused device will go on sale in the country in November. Inline with the schedule, the phone is now available for purchase in the Asian country. A quick look at HP's official Hong Kong website reveals that the Elite x3 can be purchased for HKD 6,499 (around $840). A bundle including the Elite Desk Dock costs HKD 7,698 (around $990), while the one that includes a 21.5-inch HP monitor carries a discounted price tag of HKD...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/hps_elite_x3_goes_on_sale_in_hong_kong-news-21838.php

OnePlus 3 gets an incremental OxygenOS 3.2.8 update

OnePlus has started rolling out a new update to the now-discontinued OnePlus 3 smartphone. Arriving as OxygenOS version 3.2.8, it's an incremental update that largely features improvements and bug fixes. The update adds a couple of new functionalities: 1080p 60fps video recording and emergency calling for India. The latter can be triggered by triple pressing the power button. Moving on, the update also optimizes Snapchat - "fixed video calling and scrolling lags," the change-log says. And finally, it also improves system stability and includes some generic bug fixes. Source

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_3_gets_an_incremental_oxygenos_328__update-news-21834.php

OneDrive for Android update improves sort feature, brings new visuals

Microsoft has pushed out a new update to OneDrive's Android client. The update bumps the app to version 4.7 and brings along a couple of changes, including improvements to the app's file sorting feature. OneDrive for Android "Ever feel like your files are all mixed up? Want to untangle and sort through your most important things easily? We made it easier than ever to sort and parse through your stuff in the Files view," the change-log for the update says. In addition, the update also features some "new visuals," which the software giant says are aimed at making users more...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/onedrive_for_android_update_improves_sort_feature_brings_new_visuals-news-21832.php

Nougat update to hit unlocked HTC 10 units starting today

Inline with expectations, HTC has announced that unlocked units of its HTC 10 smartphone will receive the nougat update starting November 25. The announcement was made by the Taiwanese company's VP of Product Management Mo Versi on Twitter. Happy Thanksgiving! HTC 10 unlocked owners will receive Nougat OS update tomorrow morning! Enjoy!— Mo Versi (@moversi) November 24, 2016 Given that the tweet doesn't mention any particular region, it'd be reasonable to expect that we'll be seeing a global roll-out of the update. The roll-out, however, could be phased, so it may take sometime...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nougat_update_to_hit_unlocked_htc_10_units_starting_today-news-21831.php

LG USA will give you a full refund if your Nexus 5X is stuck in a boot loop

If you have an LG Nexus 5X bought from the US, you might be among the unlucky few whose devices have been stuck in a boot loop. This basically renders the handset unusable, since it never successfully completes a boot after entering this state. It's definitely not the first LG handset to have this issue, by the way. But there's some good news for owners of affected Nexus 5X units. According to multiple reports on reddit, LG's arm in the US is offering to give people full refunds for the smartphone in case this happens. People who have sent their Nexus 5X handsets in for repair following...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_usa_will_give_you_a_full_refund_if_your_nexus_5x_is_stuck_in_a_boot_loop-news-21829.php

10.5-inch iPad coming in 2017, production set to start next month

A 10.5-inch iPad was first said to arrive in 2017 as part of a rumor back in August, and now the existence of this device is 'confirmed' by "Taiwan-based supply chain makers", according to a new report. Production for the new tablet is set to start in December, which means its unveiling is likely to happen in the first quarter of next year. The 10.5" iPad and the new 12.9-inch iPad Pro that should become official at the same time will both be powered by the new Apple A10X chipset, again something we've heard before. The 10.5-inch model is expected to sell 2 million units in Q1 2017, and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/105inch_ipad_coming_in_2017_production_set_to_start_next_month-news-21830.php

Apple iPhone 7 review: Time-saver edition

Apple is proud of the bold move of removing the audio jack. But in pretty much every other aspect they've seemingly taken the conservative route. On the outside, the new iPhone looks basically the same as the iPhone 6/6s. >Well, it's not as easy as that.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_7_time_saver-review-1524.php

Lenovo is apparently in talks to buy Samsung's PC division

Back in September Samsung sold its printer business to HP, and a shocking revelation from South Korea today claims it might do the same with its PC division. According to a report from a local news source in Samsung's home country, the company has been in secret talks with Lenovo for the past few months, with the aim of selling its PC business to the Chinese company. Some Korean analysts peg the sales value at 1 trillion won (around $850 million), but the final number can obviously be wildly different. The printer business was sold because through its most recent reorganization Samsung...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lenovo_is_apparently_in_talks_to_buy_samsungs_pc_division-news-21828.php

Xiaomi Mi 5c specs reportedly leak, announcement to take place on November 30

Yesterday we told you about the purportedly leaked pricing for the upcoming Xiaomi Mi 5c. The phone is set to start at CNY 999, which means about $144 or €136. That's a decent price, especially considering that this device will be part of the Mi 5 line. That said, don't expect specs similar to those of the Mi 5s. The Mi 5c will be a lower-end alternative, and today an alleged spec sheet for it has been leaked in China. It tells us that the Xiaomi Mi 5c will have a 5.5-inch touchscreen with narrow bezels, a 2.2 GHz octa-core processor, 3GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and NFC support....

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_5c_specs_reportedly_leak_announcement_to_take_place_on_november_30-news-21827.php

LG V20 "for the US open market" can now have its bootloader unlocked with official tool

If you're the tinkering type, you know what unlocking your bootloader is (and if you don't, this probably isn't for you). And you also know how few Android smartphone manufacturers provide easy and official ways to unlock their bootloaders, especially in the US. If so, prepare to be surprised by the latest move from LG. The company has added support for one V20 model to its official bootloader unlock tool for phones. The version in question has the model number US996.USA, and it's apparently the one meant "for the US open market". Although the wording is peculiar, we assume this means...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_v20_for_the_us_open_market_can_now_have_its_bootloader_unlocked_with_official_tool-news-21826.php

Oppo Find 9 now rumored to launch in March with Snapdragon 835

In the entire history of the smartphone world, there's probably never been another device rumored for as long as the Oppo Find 9 without actually becoming official. The Find 7 it's supposed to replace in the company's portfolio is now two and a half years old, an eternity in the mobile space, yet Oppo still hasn't announced the Find 9. Throughout this year, like in 2015, we've heard many mumblings about the legendary Find 9. It was supposedly coming in June. Then it was said to sport Gorilla Glass 5. Oh, and a Snapdragon 821. But no, none of those things have panned out, and it's still...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_find_9_now_rumored_to_launch_in_march_with_snapdragon_835-news-21825.php

Microsoft CEO fans the Surface phone flames with talk of an "ultimate mobile device"

Microsoft's current Surface line of products has been enjoying quite a lot of popularity. Those span across the PC segment and tablet market, but fans are naturally left wondering about smartphones and their future. The Surface Phones have already been featured in alleged renders and even leaked benchmark results. Today, however, brings the biggest proof for their existence or at least the presence of an active development effort and it comes from Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, himself. We don't want to be driven by just envy of what others have, the question is, what can we...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/microsoft_ceo_fans_the_surface_phone_flames_with_talk_of_an_ultimate_mobile_device-news-21822.php

The Xiaomi Mi Mix is finally here and the real screen-to-body ratio is?

First look The Xiaomi Mi Mix has probably surpassed any other smartphone in terms of popularity this season due to its amazing edgeless design that seems like a device from the future. While others competed in camera and chipsets, Xiaomi went for the most visible innovation - design. And it has worked! In the days following the device premiere, the Mi Mix was all over the internet, and it got a lot of people talking. It received glowing reviews and everyone agrees that the other manufacturers better up their game because the bar has just been set higher than ever. And what's...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/the_xiaomi_mi_mix_is_finally_here_heres_the_real_screentobody_ratio-news-21824.php

OnePlus 3T landing in India early next month

The OnePlus 3T - which was made official early last week, and has already been launched in the United States and Canada - will be available for purchase in India starting early next month - December 2. The Chinese company's India GM Vikas Agarwal did a bungee jump to reveal the launch date. The results are in and our fans have spoken. Watch @Vikas_AGL bungee jump to reveal the launch date. #OnePlus3T pic.twitter.com/EJKEBWPJu7— OnePlus India (@OnePlus_IN) November 24, 2016 In case you don't already know, those living in Europe and Hong Kong will be able to purchase the handset...

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Gear Fit2 software update brings some new features

Samsung has released an update for the Gear Fit2 fitness band, that should be rolling out to users right now. It includes a handful of new features to improve the tracking experience. Gear Fit2 can now auto pause the activity tracking when it detects that the user has stopped. It can also automatically begin when it detects activity. This means you get accurate tracking and don't have to fiddle with the device during a session. The Gear Fit2 can also track activities outside of the previous pre-defined activities. Things like basketball, table tennis, badminton, football, and...

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Samsung might be looking for a new fingerprint sensor supplier

Fingerprint readers have become a wide-spread feature in smartphones, with even the lower-end reaching towards it. Previously we heard whispers of a widespread fingerprint reader roll-out across Samsung's device family and now industry sources are claiming that the Korean giant has begun to actively source reader modules. Currently this particular part of the biometric security market is more or less split up between FPC out of Sweden and the US-based Synaptics. However, there are other smaller vendors out there and sources now say Samsung might be in talks with a local...

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Verizon Black Friday deals: the good stuff

Verizon has kicked off its Black Friday deals, here are the best of them. Some are timed, most are not, some are straight up discounts, others require trading in your old phone. Click the links to be taken to Verizon's site for the full deal. .atable tr:first-child td { font-weight: bold; } .atable td[colspan] { background-color: #f0f0f0; } .atable td[colspan] h3 { padding-left: 0 !important; padding-bottom: 0 !important; } .atable td:last-child { font-weight: bold; } Phone Cost Requires trade-in? Apple iPhone 7 $27.08/mo ✓ iPhone 7 Plus $32.08/mo ✓ iPad Pro...

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New Meizu X image leak reveals dual camera setup, fingerprint sensor

A new image alleged to be of the upcoming Meizu X smartphone has leaked online. The leak focuses on the back of the device, revealing a dual camera setup as well as a fingerprint sensor. If you recall, this is not the first time a Meizu X image has leaked online. The earlier leak (shown below), however, had revealed a completely different design with no dual rear camera, and a flash ring instead. Specs-wise, from what all has been rumored until now, the Meizu X will be an all-metal device, powered by a new Helio X30 chip manufactured by the premium 10nm process. The SoC would...

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HTC announces Desire 10 pro and Desire 10 evo in India

HTC has announced two new phones in India, the Desire 10 pro and the Desire 10 evo. Out of these, only the Desire 10 pro is currently on sale. The Desire 10 pro has a 5.5-inch 1080p display, MediaTek Helio P10 processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB expandable storage, 20 megapixel rear camera with f2.2 aperture and laser autofocus, 13 megapixel rear camera with f2.2 aperture, fingerprint sensor, dual SIM support, and 3000mAh battery. The Desire 10 evo has a 5.5-inch 1440p display covered by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, Qualcomm Snapdragon 810, 3GB RAM, 32GB expandable storage, 16 megapixel rear...

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Microsoft store Black Friday deals are now live

We know it's not technically Black Friday yet, but since its has become customary for merchants to extend the made-up holiday into at lest a week-long sales event, it was a bit worrying to see an absence of deals from Microsoft. That ended today as the Microsoft Store finally unveiled its bargains and some of them appear to offer impressive value. The highlight of the occasion is definitely the Surface Pro 4. You can currently pick up the Core i5, 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD model for just $999. That is exactly $429.99 down from Microsoft's previous retail price. And if the...

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Deal: Buy Google Chromecast and get 3 months of HBO Now

A nice new deal on Google Chromecast and Chromecast Ultra lets you get free 3-month subscription to HBO Now by purchasing one. The offer, which valid on Chromecast purchases made until December 24 and available only to new HBO Now users (who are signing up for the first time), can be redeemed until January 8. For more information, head to the Source links below. Source 1 | Source 2

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