Verizon's new Galaxy S8 ad sets a humorous tone for the company's "Network Superhero" series

US carrier are wasting no time when it comes to marketing the new Galaxy S8 pair. Many of the on-contract deals are already up, while SIM-free offers are still stuck on pre-order. T-Mobile and Verizon units, even received their first update today (we guess, you could call it a zero-day one), so carrier definitely have a head start in the US. In an effort to "strike the iron while it's hot", Verizon has come up with a new ad campaign with the quite enthusiastic "Network Superhero" title. An unlisted video on Verizon's official YouTube channel has been brought to our attention and is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/verizons_new_galaxy_s8_ad_sets_a_humorous_tone_for_the_companys_network_superhero_series-news-24678.php

Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge on Rogers to get Nougat starting next month

Canadian carrier Rogers has revealed that Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 edge units on its network will start receiving the Nougat update starting next month. The carrier has updated its OS Upgrade Schedule to reflect that the roll out will begin May 1 onwards. Security updates to some Google branded phones will also be pushed out on May 1 - the list includes the Pixel, Pixel XL, as well as the Huawei-made Nexus 6P. In case you missed, the Galaxy S6 Nougat update recently started rolling out in India. Source | Via

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OneDrive's iOS client now lets you quickly upload files from other apps

Microsoft has pushed out a new update to OneDrive's iOS client, bumping it to version 8.14. The update includes just one major change: the ability to quickly upload files from other apps. "Tap the "+", select upload, and tap More to enable your favorite apps," the change-log for the update explains. In addition to this feature, the update also includes several minor bug fixes as well as improvements. To download the updated app, head to the Source link below. Source | Via

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BlackBerry KEYone North American pricing and availability will be revealed next week

TCL has gotten a lot of praise for the company's newest BlackBerry device, and the device isn't out yet. Originally codenamed the BlackBerry Mercury (which we took a sneak peak of at CES), the BlackBerry KEYone was officially announced at MWC this February. Yet, the phone is still not available for sale in North America. Today, Steve Cistully, President and General Manager over at TCL Communications tweeted a photo of the KEYone resting atop its retail packaging. He mentions there will be some "KEY news coming" next week. Some more KEY news coming your way next week... Stay tuned!...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/blackberry_keyone_north_american_pricing_and_availability_will_be_revealed_next_week-news-24672.php

Press renders of the Moto Z2 Play leak

There's already zero doubt that Motorola will be announcing a second generation of Moto Z devices. We've already seen the Moto Z2 (or Z2 Force) in leaked press renders. Unsurprisingly, they will look quite similar to the 2016 Moto Z models given that the company promised that those who invested in MotoMods would also get use out of them with the next iteration of the Moto Z. Today we take a first look at the press render obtained by TechnoBuffalo. Much like the Moto Z Play, we expect the Z2 Play will be a mid-range version of the Moto Z2/Moto Z2 Force with something along the likes...

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Xperia XZ Premium won't be getting Concept builds, Sony clarifies

When Sony recently announced that Xperia X Concept builds will soon come to an end, it said "the next step will be to launch a community similar to the InTouch community for our upcoming Xperia XZ Premium." It lead us (and many others) to believe that the XZ Premium will take over the Concept program. However, that's not the case. In a new post, Sony has clarified the "misunderstandings" caused by the previous announcement. The new post is basically a Q&A where-in the Japanese company clearly answers the question "Will there be a new concept software?" by saying "The Concept for...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xperia_xz_premium_wont_be_getting_concept_builds_sony_clarifies-news-24673.php

Nougat-powered Samsung Galaxy Amp Prime 2 launched on Cricket

The successor to last year's Samsung Galaxy Amp Prime has been launched. Appropriately dubbed Galaxy Amp Prime 2, the device is available for purchase from Cricket Wireless in the US, which is offering it for $149.99. Specs-wise, the device is powered by an SoC with quad-core 1.35GHz processor, and sports a 5-inch HD display. While the device's official listing doesn't reveal the amount of RAM, storage is 16GB (expandable up to 256GB). The phone features a 5MP rear camera and a 2MP front shooter. It runs Android 7.0 Nougat, and packs in a 2,600mAh battery. Cricket is selling the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nougatpowered_samsung_galaxy_amp_prime_2_launched_on_cricket_-news-24671.php

Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017) clears FCC

The Samsung Galaxy J5 (2017), which is already WiFi certified and has also been spotted in benchmark listings, has cleared the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States. The device carries a model number of SM-J530F. The device was recently leaked in a couple of live images. As for specs, rumors says the handset is powered by Exynos 7870 SoC and features a 12MP rear as well as front camera. RAM is 2GB, while storage is 16GB. The phone runs Android Nougat (version 7.0) out of the box. Source | Via

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Verizon strikes again: Bixby limited on the Galaxy S8

The Samsung Galaxy S8 has officially launched today in certain markets and we've already heard that one of Samsung's most boasted-about feature will not be available - at launch - outside of South Korea - Bixby voice. At least Samsung was able to still let us use the other Bixby features: Home, Vision, and Reminders. That is, unless you're a Verizon customer. According to CNET and Android Central, the Verizon version of the retail (or review) units can still use the Bixby Vision camera to take a picture of something and get related images. But with the Verizon modification, Vision won't...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/verizon_strikes_again_bixby_limited_on_the_galaxy_s8-news-24669.php

Samsung Galaxy Note5 currently going for $300 in US

If you are a Samsung fan in the US and are planning to purchase a flagship smartphone (but not necessarily a latest one), here's a deal for you: the Galaxy Note5 is currently going for under $300 ($299.99 to be precise). Specifically, eBay seller quickshipelectronics is offering the black-colored AT&T variant at that rate. The official price of the phone is $740, while third-party retailers like Amazon have it listed for $400. So, the deal saves you at-least $100. Head to the Source link below for more information. Source | Via

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T-Mobile and Verizon Galaxy S8/S8+ receive updates

The T-Mobile and Verizon variants of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ have started receiving an update. The update arrives as version G950USQU1AQD9 for the S8, and version G955USQU1AQD9 for the Plus variant. As for what it includes, the respective software update pages on the magenta carrier's website don't reveal much, except saying the update brings along "various system improvements." On the other hand, Verizon's website provides some details. It says all apps have been optimized for the new Infinity Screen and there's a new Settings option to answer incoming calls by simply...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_and_verizon_galaxy_s8_s8_receive_updates-news-24668.php

HTC U 11 appears in an early teaser video that shows off its Edge Sense geature

HTC has already distributed invitations for the company's newest flagship device. Originally spotted as the HTC Ocean (its codename), the HTC U 11 will feature touch-sensitive edges on either side of the display which will perform different actions based on the gesture used. A recently discovered video shows a teaser of how the technology would work, although no mention of the new flagship's name is made. At the very end of the teaser - which we'll get to in a second - we are greeted with a plain HTC logo. The premise of the video isn't the narrative of the year, but it at least...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_and_verizon_galaxy_s8_s8_receive_updates-news-24667.php

HTC U 11 is the name of the company's upcoming flagship

HTC's next mainstream flagship smartphone is codenamed Ocean, we've known that tidbit for many months now. It's also already been leaked that its unique selling point is a frame that you can perform gestures on - including squeezing it for certain actions. But what about the branding? First everyone thought this would be marketed as the HTC 11, since it's going to be the successor to the HTC 10 from last year. Then after the U Ultra and U Play got official we heard that the 11 would actually be sold as the HTC U. And now it turns out it's neither. And both. Yes, that makes sense (in...

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Google Play Music comes with special features on the Galaxy S8 and S8+

Today the Galaxy S8 and S8+ are launching in the first few markets, and Google has outed an interesting announcement to coincide with that moment. The search giant is letting us know that it's partnered with Samsung to make its Play Music app the default music player and service on the Korean company's Android devices. The first two to benefit from this arrangement are the Galaxy S8 and S8+, of course. This isn't just a matter of being the default app, however, as Play Music has a special feature on Samsung's new flagship smartphones. While usually you can upload 50,000 songs from...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_play_music_comes_with_special_features_on_the_galaxy_s8_and_s8-news-24665.php

Samsung Galaxy S8 review: Essence distilled

When 5 inches is the de-facto standard for a compact Android handset, yet you want to prove that more is always better, what do you do? If you're Samsung, you make a 5.8-inch phone that's as compact as a 5-incher.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s8-review-1603.php

Samsung Galaxy Book 2-in-1 devices now available in the US

Samsung announced two 2-in-1 devices with Windows 10 at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona which we handled on the spot. Now, they are available for purchase or pre-order in the United States. The Galaxy Book comes in two sizes - 10.6" and 12". The first is Wi-Fi only and can be bought at Samsung's online store and select retailers, including Best Buy, starting from $629.99 for the 4GB RAM + 64 GB storage version. There's also a variant with 128 GB eMMC, and the device has a microSD slot that can give you up to 256 GB extra storage. If the 10.6" is too small or if you are...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_book_2in1_devices_now_available_in_the_us_-news-24663.php

No carrier logos for the Galaxy S8 in the US

The Galaxy S8 has an outstanding design and Samsung managed to keep it clear of any carrier logos. The top and bottom bezels on the front of the device are too narrow for the Korean company's name, so it went on the back, eventually leaving no place for the carriers. That way the Galaxy S8/S8+ is the first Galaxy flagship to not have any telecom logos on its body. AT&T and Verizon will sell the phones without their planet or check mark, respectively. The other two carriers in the US, T-Mobile and Sprint, stopped doing this a while ago. Missing logo on the device shouldn't...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/no_carrier_logos_for_the_galaxy_s8_in_the_us-news-24663.php

Huawei Enjoy 6s hits Europe as Huawei Nova Smart

New Huawei phone dubbed Nova Smart appeared on a Slovak website with €200 price tag. After deeper look, we realized it is just the renamed Huawei Enjoy 6s. The Huawei Nova Smart is a lower-midrange phone, powered by a Snapdragon 435 chipset with octa-core CPU. The RAM is 2 GB while the storage is 16 GB and can be expanded up to 128 GB due to a microSD slot. The device has a fingerprint scanner on the back despite its pricing, and you can find it below the 13 MP primary camera. The OS is Android 6.0 Marshmallow with Huawei's EMUI 4.1 on top. The regular price is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_enjoy_6s_hits_europe_as_huawei_nova_smart-news-24651.php

LG G6 to launch in India on April 26

LG is getting ready to launch its 2017 flagship — the LG G6 — in India on April 26. The company has started sending media invites for the event. But we may not have to wait till the event for the pricing and availability information, as retailers have already revealed that information. According to one retailer in Mumbai, the LG G6 will be priced at INR 51,990 ($805), which is a good deal cheaper than the Galaxy S8 India pricing of INR 57,900 ($896). That's not all. HDFC and SBI bank customers will get an additional INR 5000 as cash back and everyone gets 50% off on the purchase...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_g6_to_launch_in_india_on_april_26-news-24661.php

Update fixing Samsung Galaxy S8 red tint issue to arrive next week

Just days after it came to light that some Korean Galaxy S8 units are having a reddish tint on their display, Samsung acknowledged the issue. The tech giant said that it'll push out an update next week that will fix the issue. "Because there are some complaints about the red-tinted screens, we decided to upgrade the software next week for all Galaxy S8 clients," a Samsung spokesperson said. In fact, the firm has already informed its service centers in the country about this. "There will be an additional update to make color revisions more minutely at the end of April," Samsung...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/update_fixing_samsung_galaxy_s8_red_tint_issue_to_arrive_month_end-news-24654.php

Pre-orders for unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ are now live in US

While the Samsung Galaxy S8 is officially set to launch in the US today (April 21), only the carrier variants will be available for purchase initially. Those planning to buy the unlocked variants will still have to wait, but the good thing is that they can now place pre-orders. B&H asks $830 for the 64GB Galaxy S8, while the 64GB Galaxy S8+ carries a price tag of $930. As for availability, says shipments will begin next month - an exact date isn't mentioned. Previously Best Buy said it will start selling the unlocked S8 and S8+ May 9 onwards. It's probably a better deal too as it...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/preorders_for_unlocked_samsung_galaxy_s8_s8_are_now_live_in_us-news-24656.php

Sony Xperia X Performance currently going for $367 in US

Here's a deal for the Sony fans in the US: the Xperia X Performance is currently going for under $367. Amazon has the 32GB, Lime Gold variant listed on its website for that price - a savings of around $130. All other color options are listed for $400 and above. Other retailers carrying the X Performance are selling the variant at higher rates. As of writing, the Amazon listing for the variant says only 8 units are left in stock, so those interested in availing the deal may have to act fast. Via | Amazon

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_x_performance_currently_going_for_under_370_in_us-news-24653.php

Some BlackBerry Keyone UK shipments delayed

Earlier this month, the BlackBerry Keyone listing on UK retailer Clove's website revealed that shipments will begin May 5. Sadly, the date has been pushed back, with the listing now revealing "week commencing" May 22 as the time-frame when first stock will arrive. While that's sad, the good news is that you can still get hands on the device earlier than May 22, as Carphone Warehouse has started accepting pre-orders for the phone and is promising delivery by May 5. Pricing remains the same at £499. Source 1 2 | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/some_blackberry_keyone_uk_shipments_delayed-news-24657.php

Some BlackBerry Keyone UK shipments delayed

Earlier this month, the BlackBerry Keyone listing on UK retailer Clove's website revealed that shipments will begin May 5. Sadly, the date has been pushed back, with the listing now revealing "week commencing" May 22 as the time-frame when first stock will arrive. While that's sad, the good news is that you can still get hands on the device earlier than May 22, as Carphone Warehouse has started accepting pre-orders for the phone and is promising delivery by May 5. Pricing remains the same at £499. Source 1 2 | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/clove_pushes_back_blackberry_keyone_shipment_date_to_may_22_but_carphone_will_still_ship_it_by_may_5-news-24651.php

Nougat for HTC One A9 arrives in India

HTC has started pushing out a new update to its One A9 smartphone in India. Weighing in at over 1GB and arriving as software version 2.18.707.1, the update brings along Android Nougat (version 7.0). Latest security patch as well as some system enhancements are also included. @LlabTooFeR @HTC_IN @htc #HTC #Indian #Version #HTCONEA9 got today #Android 7.0 #Nougat update today ❤❤❤ pic.twitter.com/zKQhpJzSGY— Nav 💚HTC™ (@neelgaganslg) April 20, 2017 The Taiwanese company took quite a bit of time to roll out the update in India, evident from the fact that...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nougat_for_htc_one_a9_arrives_in_india-news-24655.php

New Samsung Pay update in India brings UPI support

Samsung has started rolling a new update to its mobile payments service - Samsung Pay - in India. Weighing in at 84MB, the update brings along a major feature: support for Unified Payments Interface (UPI). UPI is basically a payments system that allows for instant fund transfer between bank accounts on the mobile platform. So with this change, Samsung Pay users will now be able to make payments with their bank accounts. This new addition shouldn't come as a surprise as at Samsung Pay's India launch last month, the tech giant had said UPI support will be arriving in future. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_samsung_pay_update_brings_upi_support_in_india-news-24652.php

New OnePlus 3/3T Open Beta update brings several improvements and optimizations

OnePlus has made available a new OxygenOS Open Beta build for the OnePlus 3 and 3T smartphones. Arriving as version 14 and 5, respectively, the update brings along several improvements as well as optimizations. Improvements are related to Bluetooth, Clock widget, Dark theme, and Translation, while GPS, Launcher, and Night Mode have been optimized. In addition, the new build also updates the community app to 1.8. To download the update, head to the respective Source links below. Source OP3 | Source OP3T | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/new_oneplus_3_3t_open_beta_update_brings_several_improvements_and_optimizations-news-24650.php

Live image of the alleged Alcatel Idol 5S next to the Idol 4 appears

By now, we are pretty much expecting Alcatel to be releasing the successor to the Idol 4 lineup. The Alcatel Idol 5S shouldn't be much different: a main flagship model that is followed by one, two, or a few variants of the same parent model. But what we are learning this year is that Alcatel might release the "S" model as the normal-sized 5.2-inch model that would be available globally. The naming might differ from last year; Alcatel's Idol 4 while the United States got the Idol 4S. This was a slightly larger device with a 5.5-inch screen and a bundled VR headset. According to Roland...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/live_image_of_the_alleged_alcatel_idol_5s_next_to_the_idol_4_appears-news-24649.php

Alleged Honor 9 makes a second appearance with another paint job

Yesterday we took a look at a render that was allegedly the Honor 9. We also gave our thoughts as to whether or not we thought this was indeed the Honor 8's successor. Given that the layout of the buttons, camera, and front facing sensors are almost identical to that of the Honor 8, we are led to believe this could be another, lower cost variant of last year's Honor 8. After all, many thought the Honor 8 Pro was the Honor 9, initially. The new leak also claims the render is for the Honor 9, and again we see the tapered glass along the edges of the back glass and the ever-so-slightly...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/alleged_honor_9_makes_a_second_appearance_with_another_paint_job-news-24648.php

Android Wear 2.0 will arrive on the remainder of watches until late May

Despite the fact that Android Wear 2.0 was said to be ready in February, which is when updates for it should have started, even today there still are a lot of supported watches that don't run the latest software. Thankfully though, today Google has unveiled a time frame for when you're to expect the Wear 2.0 update to finally grace your device, if it hasn't already. And it looks like you'll only have a few more weeks of waiting, tops. Google says the remainder of watches should receive Android Wear 2.0 in late April to late May. So yeah, the patience test that this rollout has...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/android_wear_20_will_arrive_on_the_remainder_of_watches_until_late_may-news-24643.php

Xiaomi Mi 6 to be available in 11 colors

The Xiaomi Mi 6 and Mi 6 Plus were unveiled just this week with a Snapdragon 835 and 6GB of RAM, all wrapped in a package that fits a 5.15-inch display. As the actual launch date of the phone nears, the Chinese TENAA's documentation lists several other color options outside of the four mentioned at the Xiaomi event. The TENAA listing contains information about the handset that is set to be sold in China. Aside from very basic specs like screen resolution, dimensions, and battery size, are eleven different color options for the Xiaomi Mi 6. The colors announced at the smartphone's...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_6_to_be_available_in_11_colors-news-24647.php

Moto G4 Play will be updated to Android 7.0 Nougat in June

Of the three G4-branded phones it launched last year, Motorola has already updated the G4 and G4 Plus to Android 7.0 Nougat. The software rolled out in some markets last October, and made its way to the US in March. But what about the G4 Play? The cheapest and lowest-end G4 is still on Marshmallow, and you may have expected things to stay that way given its affordability. Software update expectations are generally low in that price bracket. Yet Motorola begs to differ. The Lenovo-owned company has confirmed to Android Authority that the G4 Play will indeed get its very own taste of...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/moto_g4_play_will_be_updated_to_android_70_nougat_in_june-news-24646.php

Galaxy S8 and S8+ in the US will have absolutely no carrier logos

The Galaxy S8 and S8+ are undoubtedly beautiful devices. On the front, the Infinity Display makes either one look incredibly futuristic, and the minimal bezels have ensured that there wasn't room for any logos. The situation is slightly different on the back. Depending on which country you're in, you might see the Samsung logo there by itself, or an added mention of the device's name in the lower half of the rear glass. The US, for example, will have the latter. But even in the US, one huge, glaring, eye-straining thing will be missing from both the S8 and S8+: any trace of a...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s8_and_s8_in_the_us_will_have_absolutely_no_carrier_logos-news-24645.php

Galaxy S7 and S7 edge on US Cellular finally receive Android 7.0 Nougat updates

Today US Cellular has finally started rolling out the updates to Android 7.0 Nougat for its versions of Samsung's flagships from last year, the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge. This comes around eight months after Google's initial Nougat release became available, and three months after Samsung's first Nougat builds for these phones started going out. So you definitely can't accuse US Cellular of being fast at this whole update thing. Still, owners of S7 and S7 edge devices purchased from the company can now look forward to the new user experience Samsung introduced alongside the Nougat...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_s7_and_s7_edge_on_us_cellular_finally_receive_android_70_nougat_updates-news-24641.php

Samsung Galaxy S8+ gets its first software update, April security patches in tow

The Samsung Galaxy S8+ is already receiving its first software update. The release comes despite the fact that it's not even officially available everywhere yet. So unless you already have an S8+ in hand, when you get yours this update should be waiting for you once you power the device on for the first time. Currently, the update is rolling out in Europe. It's been spotted in Belgium and Germany so far, and will undoubtedly make its way to other markets in due course. As always with over-the-air updates, it may take a while for it to reach all units. Also keep in mind that if you purchase...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s8_gets_its_first_software_update_april_security_patches_in_tow-news-24640.php

Nike announces limited edition Apple Watch NikeLab

Seven months after the launch of the first Apple Watch Nike+, Nike has launched a new variant called the Apple Watch NikeLab. As can be inferred from the name, this will be part of Nike's NikeLab range of products, which means it is also limited edition. The Apple Watch NikeLab is functionally identical to the Apple Watch Nike+. What's new here is the color palette; while the Nike+ comes in a black or white color options, the NikeLab variant combines both to form a stunning new design, with a Space Gray aluminum body and Light Bone/Black band. Apart from that it has all the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nike_announces_limited_edition_apple_watch_nikelab-news-24644.php

32GB Google Pixel is $50 cheaper in its first ever discount

Around six months after its launch, Google's Pixel is now seeing its first ever discount. Normally priced at $649, the 32GB version can now be had for only $599.99 unlocked. There are some caveats you need to keep in mind, though. First off, you're not buying from an official source such as the Google store or Verizon. Instead, you need to trust an eBay seller - granted, it does have 99.8% positive feedback, so that may not be a big issue. Then note that only the silver variant is still available, with black and blue both being sold out. Finally, there's the fact that this is the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/32gb_google_pixel_is_50_cheaper_in_its_first_ever_discount-news-24642.php

Google Home now supports up to six different users

Almost ten days ago we told you that multi-user support coming to the Google Home was inevitable. The only question, back then, was when we'd see this introduced. It turns out the answer is: today. Google has announced that its smart speaker with a virtual assistant built-in has gained support for up to six separate people. So when you ask it about your day, it will deliver information tailored to you, but when your significant other asks, they will receive stuff that's relevant to them. To do this, Google Home distinguishes between different voices. Basically, it 'knows' who's...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_home_now_supports_up_to_six_different_users-news-24639.php

Sprint announces Galaxy S8 "two-for-one" offer, begins tomorrow

Today Sprint has unveiled a very interesting "two-for-one" deal for the Samsung Galaxy S8. It's only going to be valid from tomorrow, April 21, and until next Thursday - April 28. So you have one week to basically grab two Galaxy S8 units for the price of one. There are catches, however. First off, we're not calling this a BOGO deal, because that acronym stands for "Buy One, Get One". Only with Sprint's offer, you have to lease the S8 units, not buy them. You'll end up paying $31.25 per month for both handsets, and you can "upgrade to the latest Galaxy device any time after 12 lease...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sprint_announces_galaxy_s8_twoforone_offer_begins_tomorrow-news-24638.php

Honor 8 Pro is now available in the UK

At the beginning of April Honor 8 Pro was announced. We gave you our impressions in a hands-on and now you can lay your hands on it if happen to be located in the UK. The phone is up for sale in Great Britain for £474.99. One of the ways to purchase the Honor 8 Pro is going to Amazon. You have only one color option Navy Blue. If you prefer to head to Honor's official online store vMall.eu, there are some incentives for you. The phone is sold in a bundle with a tripod selfie stick and at the slightly discounted £474 price (Amazon charges £495). You can also trade in your old phone...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/honor_8_pro_is_now_available_in_the_uk-news-24637.php

Nokia introduces Storytellers to boost OZO+ sales

Nokia has been part of the virtual reality game with the 360-degree camera OZO. To keep the project running, the Finnish company announced today the OZO Reality - a suite of software that lets producers capture, edit and livestream VR footage. OZO's firmware was updated, and now it sports the name OZO+. Along with the updates, Nokia introduced the OZO Storytellers program to attract more content creators. Through it authors can reach "broad range of audiences including partners throughout Nokia's ecosystem" with their footage. They will also provide valuable feedback to the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_introduces_storytellers_to_trick_people_into_buying_the_ozo-news-24636.php

Get a free LG K8 (2017) with each LG G6 order in some EU countries

LG is offering two-for-one deal across multiple European countries. You can buy the LG G6 (H870 version with 32 GB storage) and get the LG K8 (2017) in titan color for free in Germany, Romania and Spain. Promo image from Orange.ro German online retailer Saturn.de offers the LG Bundle, but it is available only via the LG G6 listing. Then, above the specs and price, you can find more info about the sweet deal. Everyone who buys the flagship for €749 will receive the LG K8 (2017) by May 15. The bargain is similar in Spain. Until the end of April, you can get a gray LG G6 with a...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_k8_2017_is_free_when_lg_g6_is_ordered_in_some_european_countries-news-24635.php

Samsung will soon start producing second generation 10nm chips

Intel made the "tick-tock" approach famous and while things have gotten more complicated recently, the basic rhythm of chip releases lives on. Samsung has announced that the second generation of its 10nm process is ready for production and the company is increasing its manufacturing capacity. The Snapdragon 835 and Exynos 8895 are built on 10nm LPE (Low Power Early). The second generation is called 10nm LPP (for Low Power Plus) and features enhancements to the 3D FinFET structure. The result is a 10% performance gain or a 15% power consumption reduction. We will probably see 10nm LPP...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_will_soon_start_producing_second_generation_10nm_chips-news-24634.php

HTC U to have Bluetooth 5.0

Earlier today HTC teased the launch of its new U flagship. The 5-second clip didn't give any details besides the Edge Sense technology that lets you perform actions through squeezing the device. However a listing on Bluetooth.org revealed that an HTC device with the model number STK-Q50-2PZC, allegedly the model name of HTC U, will come with Bluetooth 5.0. Bluetooth 5.0 is the latest generation of the wireless standard. It guarantees four times wider range than the previous Bluetooth 4.2 version along with twice the data transfer speed. You can also connect two sets of wireless...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/htc_u_to_have_bluetooth_50-news-24632.php

Andy Rubin's Essential phone may have shown up in this Michelin ad

A new ad for Michelin features a surprise guest star - perhaps it is Andy Rubin's Essential Android smartphone. Check out the ad below, the handset appears for a moment at 0:07. Here's a still shot so you don't have to hover over the Pause button. The mystery phone in the Michelin ad - possibly Andy Rubin's Essential phone Notice how only the top corners are rounded. This excludes the Xiaomi Mi Mix where all four corners are rounded. And it's not a Sharp Aquos Crystal either. The thin, button-less bottom rules out other options as well. So, what's all the fuss about?...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/andy_rubins_essential_phone_may_have_shown_up_in_this_michelin_ad-news-24633.php

Supply issues hit Samsung Galaxy S8 sales in Korea

Korean pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S8 started shipping a couple of days ago. The first day saw 210,900 units being delivered, but the number fell to just 63,400 on the second day. Reason? Supply issues. Reports citing Korean carriers are suggesting that it's the Galaxy S8+ variant with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage which is facing supply shortages. This shouldn't really come as a surprise as the tech giant had previously made it clear that the model in question will arrive a bit late for some of those who've pre-ordered it. With a total of over 1 million pre-orders, the Samsung...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/supply_issues_hit_samsung_galaxy_s8_sales_in_korea-news-24630.php

Oppo F3 arriving in India on May 4

Oppo has announced that the F3 smartphone will land in India next month - May 4. The announcement came in the form of a tweet from the company's India branch. Hold your breath!#OPPOF3 is coming on 04.05.17!Loaded with amazing features & a Dual Selfie Camera, the new #SelfieExpert is incredible. pic.twitter.com/2aJZnAbguw— OPPO Mobile India (@oppomobileindia) April 20, 2017 To refresh, the F3 and F3 Plus - which are being marketed as selfie experts - were made official by the Chinese company last month. The Plus variant went on sale in India earlier this month, costing INR 30,990...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oppo_f3_arriving_in_india_on_may_4-news-24631.php

Mastercard introduces payment card with fingerprint scanner

Having a fingerprint scanner on your phone is nothing new, but on credit cards it's a first. Today Mastercard introduced its first payment card with an integrated fingerprint scanner, going one step further in payment authorization. The company aims to abolish the inconvenience of typing a PIN while clumsily hiding from onlookers. The card was introduced in South Africa after successful trials. Mastercard hopes to roll the tech globally in 2017. The only obstacle before you get such card is that your bank first has to implement the tech. To receive the new credit or debit card you...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/mastercard_introduces_payment_card_with_fingerprint_scanner-news-24628.php

Xiaomi Mi 6 Plus pops up at Chinese 3C certification authority

Yesterday, Xiaomi finally took the wrapper off its new flagship offer. Complete with a Snapdragon 835 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and a dual 12MP main camera setup, the Mi 6 is one impressive device. However, with a display diagonal of just 5.15 inches, it's going to be too small for phablet lovers. This left some fans waiting anxiously on the Mi 6 Plus. Contrary to some earlier rumors, the 5.7-inch phablet did not accompany the Mi 6 at yesterday's event. Still, despite this tardiness, Xiaomi appears to be moving thing along with the Mi 6 Plus, which already showed up in a 3C certification...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_6_plus_pops_up_at_chinese_3c_certification_authority-news-24627.php

Motorola Moto C and C Plus spotted in Russian import documents

The Motorola Moto C and Moto C Plus have been spotted on the website of Russian import agency EAC. The devices are listed along with their model numbers (XT1750 and XT1754, respectively). The EAC Mark is a mandatory mark that must be affixed on a product to demonstrate that it is compliant with the Customs Union standard. Coming back to the devices, both have been the subject of some rumors and leaks of late - from leaked specs and renders to press renders to even 360-degree render videos. Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_c_and_c_plus_receive_certification_in_russia-news-24625.php