Microsoft is planning a mobile future as a cross-platform experience coordinator

Microsoft's Build 2017 conference, was probably the most forward-looking and paradigm-shifting such event to come along in years. The Redmond giant used the venue to introduce a whole new visual identity to replace Metro, called Fluent Design. It also made important steps to unify and refocus its AR and VR efforts under a more unified banner and...

HTC U 11 to go on sale on May 19 for $659

We're still a little bit fuzzy on details when it comes to HTC's upcoming U 11 device. However, this shouldn't be the case for much longer, since the official lunch date is already set for May 16. Now, a new report claims HTC won't keep fans waiting to get their hands on one either, with a potential local release date as early as May 19. To be fair,...

The Honor 9 will be unveiled on June 20 or 21

Word of a new mid-ranger from Huawei's Honor sub-brand has been floating around the rumor mill for some time now. A new report claims to have some much-needed specifics on the handset, namely an announcement date of June 20 or June 21 and a suggested price tag of INR 2,499 ($362). To give you some background, the Honor 9 has been the subject of at...

The Moto X (2017) will actually be called Moto X4

Motorola's upcoming device portfolio is still shrouded in a lot of mystery. A new Moto Z2 flagship is pretty much certain at this point and so is a fresh addition to the Moto X line. However, reputable leakster @evleaks claims what we tough would be the Moto X (2017) will actually be called the Moto X4. And given his reputation and the accompanying...

Apple is investing $200 million in Corning and Gorilla glass technology

Cupertino has announced its intentions to invest $200 million in Corning Incorporated - the US company behind the popular Gorilla glass technology. The money will go towards: "Corning's R&D, capital equipment needs and state-of-the-art glass processing". Apple's CFO Jeff Williams commented on the move: Corning is a great example of a supplier...

Sony Xperia XZ Premium review: The Showstopper

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium has a gorgeous 4K display. Better yet, a 4K HDR display! The latest Snapdragon 835 chipset is pulling the strings and delivering lightning-fast LTE while the Adreno 540 is firing up millions of pixels in a heartbeat. With or without the mirror finish, this is one of the classiest designs around and waterproof, too. Source:...

Sprint outs iPhone 7 BOGO deal if you don't mind leasing

Earlier today we told you all about T-Mobile's Buy One, Get One free (BOGO) deals for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the LG G6, and now Sprint has launched its counter-offer for the magenta carrier. The Now Network forgoes Android devices and jumps straight to the iPhone. It's offering you a free (after bill credits) iPhone 7 if you lease another iPhone...

Google announces Project Treble, a modular base for Android aiming to make updates faster

Here's the thing: Android version updates are a painfully slow affair for every device that isn't a Nexus or Pixel. This has been the reality ever since the operating system's inception, and so far nothing has managed to change the situation. But Google thinks that it can help, at least somewhat, by incorporating a modular base into its OS, starting...

Moto X (2017) now stars in a leaked presentation, has specs revealed

The upcoming 2017 edition of the Moto X will by all accounts be Motorola's premium mid-range offering - sitting in its portfolio right below the new Z2. This phone has been talked about a lot so far, but some of the details purported to be about it have in fact turned out to be describing other Motorola devices, such as the G5 Plus. But it's clear...

Unlocked LG G6 is now available in the US starting at $599.99

Just a few days ago Samsung started taking pre-orders for the unlocked versions of its Galaxy S8 and S8+ smartphones in the US, with the release date being set for May 31. However, LG has managed to ever so slightly one-up its competitor once again - following the rollout of its G6 to US carriers, which also happened before the S8 became available....

Meizu Pro 7 specs leak through source code

There hasn't been much talk about the rumored Meizu Pro 7 but that may soon change. The people over at GizChina.it have managed to obtain and dig through some source code to extract some interesting specs. Those include the deca-core Helio X30 chipset and what could prove to be a dual camera on the back. The source code lists the Sony IMX386 (12MP),...

Oppo A77 with 16MP selfie camera coming soon

Chinese smartphone manufacturer Oppo is rumored to launch a new smartphone soon. Dubbed Oppo A77, the device will be powered by MediaTek MT6750T SoC and sport a 5.5-inch full HD display. Oppo A57 RAM is 4GB, while internal memory is 64GB. The handset features a 13MP main camera and a 16MP selfie shooter. The device offers supports for dual SIM, and...

Samsung Galaxy S8+ with 6GB RAM now available in Hong Kong

Late last month, Samsung confirmed that the 6GB RAM variant of the company's Galaxy S8+ flagship will be hit Hong Kong. And now, the company has started accepting orders for the device. The model, which comes with 128GB internal storage, carries a price tag of HKD 6,998 (around $900) in the Asian country. The tech giant has confirmed that shipments...

Huawei P10 goes up for pre-order in Australia

The Huawei P10 is now available to pre-order in Australia. Vodafone has the device listed on its Australian website - color options include Graphite Black and Prestige Gold. As for price, plans start at AUD 60 (around $45) per month. Those pre-ordering the handset will also get a free first-gen Huawei Watch. It has already been confirmed that the...

iTunes for Windows is coming to the Windows Store

In a rather unexpected twist, Microsoft announced at the Build conference that iTunes will be coming to the Windows Store. iTunes is coming to the Windows Store by the end of this year. #MSBuild pic.twitter.com/WHM533S7Sv— Windows (@Windows) May 11, 2017 This is pretty big news as iTunes has so far been a standalone download that you would have to...

Samsung Z4 with Tizen 3.0 unveiled: selfies and simplicity

If simple is what you want, you should check out the new Samsung Z4. With an eye on social media and ease of use, the latest Tizen-powered phone steers clear from picking a fight with Android. The Z4 is built around a 4.5" screen, making it smaller than most other handsets on the market. The screen has a 2.5D curved glass and a basic 480 x 800px...

T-Mobile offers Galaxy S8 and LG G6 on BOGO deals

T-Mobile joins forces with LG and Samsung to get more of their devices out to customers. The Un-carrier started a BOGO deal for the LG G6 that lasts until June 8. Today a similar deal also started for the Galaxy S8 duo, but the leaked press-message does not reveal the end date of the second promo. The LG G6's price is currently lowered to $500 (from...

Apple places order for A11 chips for the iPhone 8

TSMC has begun producing 10nm process chipsets for Apple's next-gen iPhone series. Sources reveal that this deal is just one of many the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company secured - it will also produce 10nm SoCs for MediaTek and Huawei's in-house chipset company HiSilicon. The A11 chipset will be the first based on the 10nm FinFET process...

Refurbished Samsung Galaxy Note7 already on sale in China

While officially, Samsung is saying that they have not yet decided on refurbished Galaxy Note7 launch schedule, the phone is already on sale in China. A Galaxy Note7R (R for refurbished) listing appeared on a Chinese retailer's website ahead of the actual announcement. The listing reveals a price tag in the range of CNY 3,599-3,999 ($520-$580), which...

Huawei Mate 9 gets two more colors: Agate Red and Topaz Blue

Huawei has added two new names to the list of Mate 9 color options. The new colors are Agate Red and Topaz Blue, and they will be up for grabs in China starting May 14 (this Sunday). No information on if and when other markets will get them. Aside from color, the new models are identical to the already available variants in all aspects, including...

ZTE Blade X Max announced with 6-inch display, Android 7.1.1 OS

The ZTE Blade X Max, which leaked last month, has been officially announced by the Chinese company. The device is powered by Snapdragon 435 SoC and sports a large, 6-inch full HD display. RAM is 2GB, while internal memory is 32GB. The handset features a 13MP main camera and a 5MP front shooter. It runs Android Nougat (version 7.1.1) out of the box,...

Alcatel brings A30 Tablet to T-Mobile for $125

Alcatel is releasing a new tablet on the T-Mobile network aimed at those looking for an affordable mid-range tablet as well as those who love watching TV shows at home. With the release of this new Alcatel A30 tablet comes Alcatel's CloserTV app, which works in conjunction with the IR-blaster that's embedded in the tablet. Exclusive to the CloserTV...

HTC U 11 will do "360 real-life recording", according to new teaser

We are now a mere five days away from the official unveiling of HTC's next flagship smartphone, the U 11. And the company wants to keep the hype going by publishing a brand new teaser through its Twitter account. 360 real-life recording. 05.16.17 #BrilliantU pic.twitter.com/PflJ22aBWb— HTC USA (@HTCUSA) May 11, 2017 As you can see, in this teaser...

Microsoft details upcoming Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

Microsoft announced the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update on day 2 of the Build 2017 developer conference in Seattle. Arriving later this year, the update brings with it many changes and new features. One of the major features of this update is the introduction of the Microsoft Fluent Design System. This is Microsoft's new design language, intended...

Nougat-powered Lenovo tablet (TB-8704V) gets WiFi certified

A mysterious Lenovo tablet has received WiFi certification from the WiFi Alliance (WFA). The device in question, the listing reveals, carries a model number of TB-8704V and runs Android Nougat (version 7.1.1). Sadly, and as is usually the case, the WiFi listing for the device doesn't reveal anything else about the tablet. But given that given that...

Green Gionee S10 leaks in hands-on shots, blue model may be on the way too

Gionee's upcoming S10 just keeps on leaking. We've already seen it at TENAA, in a benchmark, and starring in some live images recently. And now we've got two more shots of the S10, thankfully higher quality this time. They show that aside from the black and gold hues that TENAA listed, Gionee is also getting ready to offer the S10 in an intriguing...

Sony Xperia L1 is now available in the US for $199.99 unlocked

Sony announced a new budget smartphone back in March, dubbed the Xperia L1. And while we're waiting for it to hit the streets in the UK next month, it's become available for purchase in the US, in unlocked form. You can grab one right now from either Amazon or Best Buy. It's priced at $199.99, and comes in black, white, and pink. As its price implies,...

Oppo F3 review: Selfielicious

A pair of lenses at the front is how Oppo is trying to make good on the "Selfie Expert" claim second generation in a row - and that's hardly any news for anyone who caught our Oppo F3 Plus review. Now, if the latter was presumably the "better half" in the pair, the regular Oppo F3 that we're about to review is the more compact phone, the economy...

Google device codenamed Taimen runs Geekbench, has 4GB of RAM

To serve as successors for the Pixel and Pixel XL from 2016, Google has been rumored to be working on not two but three devices this year. Last month we got to find out what their codenames are, as well as the fact that they should all unsurprisingly be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 SoC. Today one of those three upcoming Pixels, the one codenamed...

Xiaomi opens its first Mi Home in India

Xiaomi is opening its first Mi Home store in India. Located in Phoenix Market City Mall, Bengaluru, the store will allow customers to try out Xiaomi products before purchasing, something that hasn't been possible before as most of Xiaomi's products sold in India are only available online. The Mi Home store will showcase all of Xiaomi's products,...

New The Sims mobile game hits Android and iOS

Electronic Arts launched the life-simulation game that everyone loves - The Sims Mobile. It is based on the PC version of The Sims 4 and includes all the favorite features like creating your character, building your dream house and maintaining a career, family and social status. The game is now available in Brazil and should roll out globally shortly....

Verizon outbids AT&T for 5G wireless spectrum

AT&T planned to acquire Straight Path Communications for $1.6 billion because the company holds licenses to use the high-frequency radio waves, used for the 5G network. Verizon, however, jumped in the negotiations and offered $3.1 billion in stock for the company. AT&T declined to match the offer, effectively passing the opportunity. Straight...

Play Store icon loses the bag in favor of modernity

The times they are a changin'. You'll soon see a brand new Play Store icon on your Android device - one that lacks the tote bag element. The new design covers both the app icon and the notification icons where the bag icon is now a triangle. The round icon (as seen in Google's Pixel launcher) doesn't appear to have changed. You should begin to see...

Refurbished Galaxy Note7 to cost half as much as the original

Samsung already confirmed the revival of the Galaxy Note7 and today we got to learn a bit more about its pricing. According to the latest info from industry insiders, the phone might cost 50% less than the original Galaxy Note7. An official from Samsung was quoted saying that the company has "not yet decided on the phone's launch schedule. We plan...

Samsung released a 5,100 mAh fast-charge battery pack

Two months after the Galaxy S8 duo launch, a new battery pack appeared on Samsung's website. It costs $59.99, and for that price, you get a 5,100 mAh power cell, supporting Samsung Fast Charge. The portable battery pack comes with two USB ports - a full size USB and a USB-C. The package also includes a microUSB to USB cable and a microUSB to USB-C...

Nokia's 3, 5 and 3310 are still due for June launch in UK

The new quartet of Nokia smartphones has gathered a big interest on Clove UK's online store. The retailer has was recently asked by HMD Global/Nokia UK to stop pre-orders because the maker felt it's too early for those. But Clove assures buyers that pre-orders for the Nokia 3, 5 and the new 3310 will be renewed in just a couple of days. The retailer...

Google Home is currently going for $64 in US

If you are in the US, and are planning to purchase a smart speaker, here's a deal for you: Google's voice-activated speaker Home is currently going for just $64. That's nearly half the device's official price. Walmart is offering the discount, but there's a catch. The deal is offline-only, and is reportedly only available at select Walmart locations...

vivo X9s Plus with dual selfie camera and Android 7.1.1 spotted on TENAA

A new vivo smartphone has been certified by the Chinese telecommunication authority TENAA. The device in question is the X9s Plus. As per the listing, it is powered by an SoC with octa-core 1.95GHz processor, and sports a 5.85-inch full HD display. RAM is 4GB, while internal memory is 64GB. The handset features a 16MP main camera, and a dual front...

Asus ZenFone Go 5.5 (ZB552KL) lands in India for around $130

Asus has brought a new smartphone to India. The device - ZenFone Go 5.5 (ZB552KL) - is powered by Snapdragon 410 SoC and sports a 5.5-inch HD display. RAM is 2GB, while internal memory is 16GB. The handset features a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front shooter. Measuring 153.4x76.44x10.95mm and weighing in at 168g, the device runs Android Marshmallow...

Verizon Wear24 is now available for purchase

Unveiled last month, the Verizon Wear24 smartwatch is now available for purchase in the US. The Android Wear 2.0-powered watch is listed on the carrier's official website for $349.99 (retail price). On contract, it will cost you $299.99. A quick look at the listing reveals the watch is currently only available online, although physical stores should...

Google Search on mobile now lets you easily find events nearby

Google Search is adding a new feature today that will easily guide you towards events nearby if you use it on your phone. The new events functionality is available in the US at first, through the Google app for Android and iOS, as well as the Google Search mobile website. You can search for things such as "jazz concerts", "art events", and you'll...

Windows 10 has 500 million monthly active devices, Cortana boasts 140 million and lets developers in

Last September, Windows 10 boasted more than 400 million monthly active devices, which is nothing to scoff at. But today the company's CEO, Satya Nadella, has announced that the operating system has passed 500 million monthly active devices. Those are, as the name implies, devices on which Windows 10 was used at least once in the past month. The...

iPhone SE (2017) has a glass back, leak shows

While there was no new iPhone SE introduced during Apple's spring event this year, the original is getting a bit long in the tooth. So the company is clearly working on a successor for the model released last year. And the new iPhone SE may in fact be outed as soon as next month, during Apple's developer conference. At least that's what a new leak...

Nokia 3310 officially lands in the UK on May 24, Germany on May 26

It's definitely been a while since the Nokia 3310 (2017) stole the show at MWC in Barcelona in February. The feature phone that's also a publicity stunt by HMD Global, the company now making Nokia handsets, has been very well received indeed. Perhaps too well, seeing as how it's not a smartphone. And it's been hotly anticipated too, with certain...

Oppo R9s was the world's best selling Android smartphone in Q1

If someone were to ask you what the best selling Android smartphone worldwide was in the first quarter of this year (January to March), what would you say? Probably something starting with "Samsung". But you'd be wrong. The world's best selling Android phone in that period was none other than... Oppo's R9s. That's quite shocking, but the explanation...

Xiaomi Mi 6 undergoes scratch, burn, and bend testing

Xiaomi announced the Mi 6 last month, and the top of the line device has so far been incredibly successful in China. It's sold out quite a few times already, undoubtedly in no small part thanks to its great price per features ratio. But what about durability? Can you trust the Mi 6 to get along with the keys in your pocket? Will it survive an apocalypse?...

Netflix finally supports HDR and Dolby Vision on the LG G6

Clearly one of the big buzzwords of 2017 in mobile will be HDR. More and more device makers will choose to have their high-end products support HDR video, and they're obviously hoping to influence your buying decisions by getting to brag about that. The company to start it all was LG back when it announced the G6, which - you guessed it - supports...

HTC U 11 stops by GFXBench to have its specs confirmed once more

As we get closer to the HTC U 11's official launch date of May 16, we're starting to see and hear more and more of it. We've already spotted a prototype in the AnTuTu benchmark's database, as well as in Geekbench's, and today it was time for one such handset to be put through the paces of GFXBench. Benchmarking unreleased phones is customary in the...

Just-in: Sony Xperia XZ Premium

Sony's Xperia XZ Premium is certainly one of the hottest names of the season. It keeps coming back to our office and we keep coming to it. We had fun with the Bronze Pink XZ Prmeium last month and we already clocked in a preview from the MWC show floor. And yesterday we showed you what the Snapdragon 835 chipset in the Xperia XZ Premium can do so...

Samsung sold 782,000 Gear VR units in Q1 2017

Samsung is the absolute leader in VR headset production in 2016. The company sold over 782,000 units, compared with 375,000 for Sony's PlayStation VR that comes in second. The top 5 in terms of sales numbers is completed by Google Daydream View - 170,000 units, HTC Vive - 95,000 and Oculus Rift - 64,000. Analysts from SuperData Research stated that...