T-Mobile launches buy one, get one "free-ish" deal for LG flagships

You can potentially save up to $500 with T-Mobile's new summer promotion and end up with a pair of LG flagships. Unfortunately, it's a little bit more complicated that just paying for one and getting another free unit to gracefully share with a significant other. To get the deal, you need to sign up for an Equipment Installment Plan, which is basically a 24 month commitment, that guarantees T-Mobile you won't just grab a pair of LG's and then run off to another carrier (Not without salty penalties, that is). After you get the contrast, you can opt for an LG G6 ($20 down and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_launches_buy_one_get_one_freeish_deal_for_lg_flagships-news-26836.php

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) gets TENAA certified

After appearing in benchmark listings and getting WiFi certification from the WiFi Alliance (WFA), the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) has been spotted on the website of China's TENAA. The listed unit carries a model number of SM-T385C. Sadly, the TENAA listing for the tablet doesn't reveal any specifications. From what we've collected so far, the device is powered by an SoC with quad-core, 1.4GHz processor, and sports an 8-inch screen with 1200x800 display resolution. Memory configuration is 2GB/16GB, while camera combo is 8MP/5MP. The tablet runs Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box....

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_tab_a_80_2017_gets_tenaa_certified-news-26832.php

Deal: Best Buy 50-hour sales event

Best Buy is no stranger to price-slashing events. It is currently hosting a 50-hour long one, which is apparently inspired by the similarly titled shopping spree, the company had last year to celebrate its 50th anniversary. This time, there is no apparent reason for the promotion, other than the reported success of the first installment, but you won't hear us complaining any time soon. The sale kicked off at 8pm PT on Friday, August 18th and will last until until 9:59pm PT on Sunday, August 20. Most deals are available both online and offline as well, until supplies last, that is....

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/deal_best_buy_50hour_sales_event-news-26837.php

Dedicated Micro-SD slot and front camera flash confirmed for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A

Xiaomi made quite a splash in the smartphone realm with its Redmi Note 4 value offer. Naturally, the upcoming generation of Redmi Note devices has been basking is a surplus of fan attention, especially the cheaper Redmi Note 5A model. The unveiling event is already scheduled and only a few days away - August 21. There are still some questions to answer regarding specs and variants, but thankfully Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun hit up Weibo today to clear up a couple of things. For one, the Redmi Note 5A will be the first Redmi device with two dedicated SIM slots and a separate microSD one, for...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/dedicated_microsd_slot_and_front_camera_flash_confirmed_for_the_xiaomi_redmi_note_5a-news-26835.php

Samsung Galaxy Note8 US pre-orders to start on August 24. Sales on September 15

Following rumors that the Samsung Galaxy Note8 will be available in the US a day after its unveiling, the usually reliable tipster @evleaks has confirmed August 24 as the date when pre-orders for the device will go live. Sales, on the other hand, he says will kick off as early as September 15. Note8 pre-orders from Samsung (starting 8/24) come with a 256GB microSD card plus choice of convertible wireless charger or 360 cam.— Evan Blass (@evleaks) August 18, 2017 Moving on, the tweet also confirmed that the South Korean tech giant is including a couple of freebies with the phone: a...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note8_us_preorders_to_start_on_august_24_sales_on_september_15_-news-26833.php

Samsung Bixby's global launch process begins

Samsung has started rolling out updates to Bixby apps - including Bixby, Bixby PLM, Bixby Wakeup, Bixby Dictation and Bixby Global Action - in several markets around the world. Users from regions like the UK, South Africa, India, the Netherlands, and Germany are reporting about the updates. So it's fair to assume that Bixby's global launch process has begun. However, it's worth mentioning that the company is yet to enable Bixby for most of these regions (a server-side change is pending, perhaps). Fresh reports from Germany are suggesting that the dictation feature is working...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_bixbys_global_launch_process_begins-news-26831.php

Nokia 8 goes on pre-order in Germany and Russia, cheaper than expected

The Nokia 8 finally became official a couple of days ago, following many months of leaks, rumors, and speculation. The handset is already available for pre-order in Germany and Russia, and it's even cheaper than expected. In Germany, you can pre-order from O2 or Mobilcom Debitel. The former carrier does have an online listing up, unlike the latter. O2 charges €577 for the device sans contract, which is quite a bit under the officially announced €599 level. At Mobilcom Debitel, the phone costs €579, which apparently represents the recommended retail price for Germany. In due course,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8_goes_on_preorder_in_germany_and_russia_cheaper_than_expected-news-26829.php

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2's outline shown on video by its designer, has even smaller bezels than the Mi Mix

Xiaomi basically started the whole bezel-killing trend in the smartphone world last year with its stunning Mi Mix 'concept device'. And now the Chinese company is busy working on that handset's successor. The Mi Mix 2 sure looks to be worthy of carrying that name, if we go by what's shown in the video below. This was outed by renowned designer Philippe Starck on his official Facebook page today. Starck designed the original Mi Mix and will do the same for the Mi Mix 2. The video is labeled "Mi Mix 2 Conceptual Product Design WIP", with those last three letters standing for "work in...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_mix_2s_outline_shown_on_video_by_its_designer_has_even_smaller_bezels_than_the_mi_mix-news-26828.php

LG G6 for Sprint is just $119.76 today only, Verizon's version going for $287.76

Best Buy is currently offering an insane deal on the LG G6, as long as you don't mind having Sprint as your carrier and purchasing the handset with a monthly installment plan. If that's OK with you, and you act fast, you'll pay nothing upfront for the phone, then followed by $4.99 per month for two years. This means that you'll end up paying a grand total of $119.76 for the G6. The most important caveat here is that the deal is only available until 11:59 PM CT today, so you have just a few more hours to take advantage of it. If you can't live without Verizon but still want a G6 for less...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_g6_for_sprint_is_just_11976_today_only_verizons_version_going_for_28776-news-26827.php

LG Q6 is now available in the UK for £269.99

The upcoming LG V30 won't actually be the second handset from the Korean manufacturer to sport its elongated, nearly bezel-free display it calls Full Vision. That honor goes to the LG Q6, announced last month as a slightly smaller, lower-end version of the flagship G6. The Q6 is now available to buy in the UK. If you're after a SIM-free unit, you'll need to pay £269.99. At the moment only Clove and Carphone Warehouse seem to have it in stock, with the latter boasting an exclusive on the Platinum color version in the UK. There's also a black option, which can be picked up from either of the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_q6_is_now_available_in_the_uk_for__pound26999-news-26826.php

Xiaomi Mi Max 2 review: Gentler Giant

You can tell right away that Xiaomi didn't go low-key at all with the Mi Max 2 design. Typically, a phone of this size should be careful not to call attention to itself for the wrong reasons and we think Xiaomi nailed the subtle and tasteful exterior: an all-metal body, trendy antenna inlays, 2.5D front glass. On the inside, the Mi Max 2 has a new camera sensor, a new processor, more RAM and the highlight of it all - a huge battery that this time around is capable of fast charging.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_max_2-review-1642.php

Android O is "touching down to Earth with the total solar eclipse" on August 21, Google reveals

As rumored last week, August 21 will be an important day for Google and its mobile operating system. That's because the company promises we'll "meet the next release of Android and all of its super (sweet) new powers" on that day, which is also the day of the total solar eclipse. Google will hold a special event for Android O in New York City on that date, starting at 2:40 PM ET. This will thankfully be livestreamed, the company revealed. A countdown to the big event is already live on the Android website. We assume Google will finally reveal the release's name on that occasion, and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/android_o_is_touching_down_to_earth_with_the_total_solar_eclipse_on_august_21_google_reveals-news-26825.php

Just in: Nokia 8 hands-on

The Nokia 8 is here and it's a big deal. This is the first Nokia flagship in quite a while and the first Nokia flagship running on Android. As such there's a lot riding on the Nokia 8 to succeed and it will take more than just good specs and nostalgia to do it. Looking at this phone as a Nokia product, we see a lot of familiar traits. The attention to detail in the design and the build is undeniable. There's also a simplicity to the Nokia 8 that's unmistakably Scandinavian. The cameras are good too, coming as a product of a collaboration between Nokia and Zeiss. A good screen is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/just_in_nokia_8_hands_on-news-26823.php

Coolpad to announce flagship Cool Play 6 on August 20

Coolpad has announced that it will be launching its next flagship smartphone, the Cool Play 6, on August 20 at an event in Dubai. The company has sent out invitations to the media regarding the same. The Cool Play 6 will be the next flagship smartphone in the company's lineup. Not much is known at this point except that it will have 6GB of RAM and a 4000mAh battery. Coolpad is advertising the gaming performance with this device so we are expecting it to possibly have the Snapdragon 835, considering the flagship nature of the device. Also, from the images shared with us,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/coolpad_to_announce_flagship_cool_play_6_on_august_20-news-26824.php

Coolpad Cool M7 with Snapdragon 625 launched

Coolpad has launched the Cool M7 in China. The device is priced at CNY 2699 ($404) and available on JD.com. Coolpad Cool M7 The Cool M7 has a 5.5-inch 1080p display with 2.5D glass and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. On the back is a 13 megapixel f1.8 camera and on the front is a 13 megapixel f2.2 camera. The design, which looks strikingly similar to the iPhone 7 Plus, complete with a circular home button on the front and a camera layout on the back that looks like dual cameras at first glance, is made out of unibody...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/coolpad_cool_m7_with_snapdragon_625_launched-news-26821.php

Apple Watch total sales expected to reach 15M this year

Apple is expected to release an LTE version of its Apple Watch by the end of the year and it will undoubtedly boost the wearable's sales. As it currently sits Apple has reportedly sold around 10 million Apple Watches since it debuted the smartwatch back in 2015. Supply chain sources expect that Apple will sell close to 5 million units in the fourth quarter of this year, bringing the smartwatch's total to 15 million. A third generation Apple Watch with LTE should be faster and bring updated apps along with smartphone-independent communication functionality. This leads analysts to...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/apple_watch_sales_expected_to_pass_15m_milestone_this_year-news-26817.php

BlackBerry has fixed Keyone's 'display pop out' issue

As you might remember, the BlackBerry Keyone failed JerryRigEverything's bend test miserably, with its display popping out immediately. This prompted the company to quickly issue a statement saying they are working to fix the problem. BlackBerry confirmed in July that the issue has been resolved, and new units will no longer be as fragile. Yesterday Zack Nelson (aka JerryRigEverything) published a new video showing him performing the same bend test. This time around, the device passed the test with flying colors. Zack even tried blow-drying the glue (so that it heats up, hoping it would...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/blackberry_has_fixed_keyones_display_pop_out_issue-news-26813.php

YotaPhone 3 pricing details confirmed

The upcoming YotaPhone 3 has already had its specs and renders leaked. In fact, the company itself has dropped some hints about the price tag the device will carry. And now, we have the exact pricing details for the handset. As per listings on the company's China website, the YotaPhone 3 with 64GB storage will start at CNY 2,398 ($360). That's for the white variant - the black one will cost CNY 2,498 (around $375). The higher-end version that offers 128GB storage will cost CNY 3,098 (around $465) and CNY 3,198 (around $480) for the white and black color models, respectively....

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/yotaphone_3_pricing_details_confirmed-news-26816.php

ZTE TL99 with QHD display and 20MP camera gets TENAA certified

A new ZTE smartphone has been certified by China's TENAA. Listed as TL99, the device is powered by an SoC with quad-core, 2GHz processor, and sports a 5.5-inch display with 1440x2560 pixel resolution. RAM is 4GB, while internal memory is 64GB. The handset features a 20MP rear camera and an 8MP front shooter. Measuring 154.1×77.6×9.3mm and weighing in at around 200g, the phone runs Android 7.1.1 Nougat, and packs in a 3,140mAh battery. There's also a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. Pricing and availability information for the ZTE TL99 isn't currently known. Source | Via

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/zte_tl99_with_qhd_display_and_20mp_camera_gets_tenaa_certified-news-26815.php

Nougat for Samsung Galaxy A8, A9 Pro, and Tab E is being tested

Looks like a couple of Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones and the TAB E series tablets will soon get the Nougat update. All these devices - the Galaxy A8, A9 Pro, Tab E 8.0, and Tab E 9.7 - with Android 7.0 on board have been granted certification by the WiFi Alliance. This usually indicates that the update is currently being tested, and if everything goes fine, it should get pushed out soon. However, it'd not be fair to assume that the roll out is imminent given that some times it takes even 2-3 months for the update to start hitting units after receiving WiFi...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nougat_for_samsung_galaxy_a8_a9_pro_and_tab_e_is_being_tested-news-26812.php

Sprint will roll out an update to fix KEYone bloatware bug

Last week, it came to light that Sprint is forcefully installing bloatware on BlackBerry KEYone units purchased through it. Basically, for some users, the Sprint Mobile ID system app repeatedly wakes up to check whether a set of bloatware apps are installed and enabled. If not, it does so. This happens irrespective of whether the user has already uninstalled or disabled these apps. Ideally, the Sprint ID app should do its work only once, when the unit is activated. So the issue is clearly with the app, until of course, the carrier is trying to act smart. Now, after a week or so,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sprint_will_roll_out_an_update_to_fix_keyone_bloatware_bug-news-26811.php

Instagram Direct now lets you reply with a photo or video

It definitely seems like Facebook-owned Instagram is adding at least one new feature every week, sometimes even more often than that. Today's addition has to do with Direct, the part of Instagram's that's essentially a one-to-one messaging service. Starting with Instagram version 10.34 (which should already be available for Android and iOS in the Google Play Store and iTunes App Store, respectively), you can reply with a photo or video to specific photos, videos, and reshared posts in Direct. Interestingly, your reply will automatically include a sticker of what you're replying to,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/instagram_direct_now_lets_you_reply_with_a_photo_or_video-news-26808.php

Essential Phone goes on pre-order at Amazon and Sprint too, ships in a few weeks

The Essential Phone has been up for pre-order at Best Buy since the beginning of this month, but only in its unlocked form. Now that model is joined at the retailer by the version of the PH-1 that's made for Sprint. What's more, the carrier itself has started taking pre-orders for the Essential Phone. If you choose to purchase a Sprint-bound device (either from the carrier or from Best Buy), you can save about $260 through bill credits. The caveat is that you have to choose Sprint's Flex leasing plan. You'll pay $14.58 per month for one and a half years, and then you need to decide if...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/essential_phone_goes_on_preorder_at_amazon_and_sprint_too_ships_in_a_few_weeks-news-26807.php

Asus promises Android O updates for the entire Zenfone 3 and Zenfone 4 series

As you may already know, earlier today Asus held a special event during which it unleashed six additional Zenfone 4 models. These all run Android Nougat, but what about the future? We are, after all, most likely only a few short weeks away from the official launch of Android O (which annoyingly still doesn't have a proper name). Well, if you're interested in purchasing one of Asus' new handsets, rest assured that they will get to taste the next iteration of Android. The slide you can see screengrabbed below was shared during the Zenfone 4 launch event. Android O is promised to come...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/asus_promises_android_o_updates_for_the_entire_zenfone_3_and_zenfone_4_series-news-26810.php

Nokia 9 with bigger screen than the Nokia 8 seemingly confirmed by company reps

For a while, there was some confusion in the rumorsphere regarding what the Nokia 8 would actually end up being called - that or Nokia 9. We obviously know now which option prevailed, since the Nokia 8 became official yesterday. During that launch, HMD Global representatives seemingly hinted at the fact that a phone with a bigger screen than the Nokia 8 is currently in development, in order "to meet the needs of absolutely all users". We assume that we're talking about a high-end, flagship device, since otherwise there's already a handset with a bigger screen in HMD's portfolio - the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_9_with_bigger_screen_than_the_nokia_8_seemingly_confirmed_by_company_reps-news-26809.php

Galaxy Note8 dummy leaks in the wild, promotional materials confirm specs

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note8 leaked in a press render showing its Deep Sea Blue color version less than a day ago, and now we're back with more on the highly anticipated device. First off, a Note8 dummy has been caught in the wild somewhere in China, and an impromptu photo shoot resulted. Here are the most relevant images: Samsung Galaxy Note8 dummy unit The dummy is basically a very accurate representation of all the leaked press renders we've seen of the Note8 so far, no surprises there. The less rounded, slightly more blocky design compared to the S8 and S8+ is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note8_dummy_leaks_in_the_wild_leaked_promotional_materials_confirm_phones_specs-news-26806.php

The Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs OnePlus 5

Nokia 8 was announced yesterday with dual 13 MP cameras and Carl Zeiss optics. The first true Nokia Android flagship restarted the debate which high-end device sports the best camera setup. We decided to put the Nokia 8 against two of the better cameraphones - the Samsung Galaxy S8+ that takes amazing low-light photos and the fan-favorite OnePlus 5 with a 16 MP sensor behind a wide-angle lens plus 20 MP one with a telephoto lens. All three phones work in a completely different way. A comparison review is on the schedule but until it comes out, check out the specs and tell us which...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/ultimate_comparison_nokia_8_samsung_galaxy_s8_oneplus_5-news-26801.php

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact stars in leaked renders, video

Recently we showed you leaked hands-on images and CAD-based renders for Sony's upcoming Xperia XZ1, and now it's time for us to see another of the company's unannounced devices in all its glory. We're talking about the Xperia XZ1 Compact, which just received the leaked CAD-based render treatment. There's also the usual render video down below, make sure you don't miss that. The Xperia XZ1 Compact has long been rumored to make its debut during Sony's IFA press conference on August 31. It should be joined by the aforementioned XZ1, but also the decidedly more mid-range Xperia X1. As...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_xz1_compact_stars_in_leaked_renders_video-news-26805.php

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 to have 3D facial recognition

The leaks and rumors about phones with flagship specs keep coming, and Xiaomi joins the mix too. The upcoming phablet Mi Mix 2, rumored to be eventually unveiled in September, is going to have 3D face recognition. The alleged screenshot from the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 lockscreen has an outline of a head, prompting the user to look at the phone to unlock it. According to the Weibo leakster, this will be a feature implemented in the MIUI 9 and will arrive with the big phone, thus not being available for all the other Xiaomi phones bound to get the latest version of the UI. Since this...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_mix_2_to_have_3d_facial_recognition-news-26803.php

ASUS announces six new ZenFone 4 at Computex 2017

In typical ASUS fashion, the company has dropped half a dozen new ZenFone smartphones on the unsuspecting population of Taiwan at Computex 2017. The new range includes the ZenFone 4, ZenFone 4 Pro, ZenFone 4 Max, ZenFone 4 Max Pro, ZenFone 4 Selfie and ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro. ZenFone 4 The ZenFone 4 has 5.5-inch 1080p IPS LCD and has 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass on the front and back with aluminum frame. The phone is powered by a pair of new processors, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 and the Snapdragon 630, depending upon the variant you choose. Accordingly, you will get either 4GB or...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/asus_announces_six_new_zenfone_4_at_computex_2017-news-26804.php

Just in: Xiaomi Mi 5X hands-on

Xiaomi is back on track with impressive Q2 2017 shipment numbers. Because of the expansion in unusual markets like Mexico or Eastern Europe, the company managed to improve its sales. The Chinese manufacturer keeps launching more and more devices to answer the demand, and one of the new additions to the portfolio is the Xiaomi Mi 5X. With a flagship name and mid-range specs, the phone is here for review, but before we get to it, we'll share our first impressions. The Rose Gold back panel of the Xiaomi Mi 5X we've received looks shiny from multiple angles. It has a dual camera...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/just_in_xiaomi_mi_5x_handson-news-26784.php

iPhone 7 is the most popular smartphone in Q2 2017

Strategy Analytics posted its latest research on best-selling smartphones in Q2 2017. The results unveiled a dominance of Apple's iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus at the top two spots, while the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ trailed behind at third and fourth. The fifth best-selling smartphone between April and June is the Xiaomi Redmi 4A with 5.5 million units worldwide. Smartphone Shipments (Millions of units) Market share Apple iPhone 7 16.9 4.7% Apple iPhone 7 Plus 15.1 4.2% Samsung Galaxy S8 10.2 2.8% ...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/iphone7_most_popular_smartphone_q2_2017-news-26718.php

ASUS ZenFone Zoom S launched in India

ASUS has launched its ZenFone Zoom S smartphone in India. The phone is priced at INR 26,999 ($420) and will be available exclusively on Flipkart. ZenFone Zoom S The ASUS ZenFone Zoom S (also known as the ZenFone 3 Zoom elsewhere) is the second model in the ZenFone Zoom line. Unlike the first model that featured a large and bulky optical zoom mechanism, the ZenFone Zoom S instead features a dual camera system similar to the iPhone 7 Plus. The primary camera in this dual camera system is a 12 megapixel sensor with f1.7 aperture and 25mm wide angle lens. The second camera is also...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenfone_zoom_s_launched_in_india-news-26802.php

Nokia 8 camera samples: photos of London, black & white shots, bothies too

We took some camera samples with the Nokia 8, but the famous British weather did not want to cooperate. The first photo below is from Wednesday evening, right after the event ended. The others are from Thursday on a fairly overcast day. We'll leave image quality discussions for later, but we have some thoughts to share about the camera. First, the camera actually takes two photos (one with each camera), but both are in color. You can pick which one you want to keep (or you can disable this option if you wish). Nokia 8 camera samples We tried...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8_camera_samples_photos_of_london_black___white_shots_bothies_too-news-26800.php

Kirin 970 specs appear on Weibo

We already reported some rumors about the Kirin 970, but this one seems like the real deal. A Weibo user shared specs of the new 10nm chipset HiSilicon is preparing for the Huawei Mate 10. It should arrive on October 16, when the phone is finally unveiled. The screenshot reveals Kirin 970 will have octa-core CPU with 64bit ARM architecture. Four of the cores are Cortex-A73, clocked at 2.8 GHz, while the other four are Cortex-A53, but their frequency is yet unknown. The LPDDR4 memory will have a maximum frequency of 1866 MHz, while the GPU is going to be Mali-G72...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/kirin_970_specs_weibo-news-26798.php

Samsung Galaxy S7 edge drops to €420 in Germany

The Galaxy Note8 is days away from unveiling and we "know" most of the specs. So, perhaps it's not the best time to buy a Galaxy S7 edge, unless you think it's good enough and have already decided not to pay Note8's hefty price. Amazon Germany is selling the S7 edge for €420. That's cheaper than most sites in the country charge for the smaller S7. Anyway, you get a choice of Black Onyx and Silver Titanium, the other color options are not part of the deal. Note that the Black model will be back in stock August 20, the Silver one is ready to ship now. The deal ends in about 12...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s7_edge_drops_to_euro420_in_germany-news-26799.php

Samsung Galaxy S7 edge drops to €420 in Germany

The Galaxy Note8 is days away from unveiling and we "know" most of the specs. So, perhaps it's not the best time to buy a Galaxy S7 edge, unless you think it's good enough and have already decided not to pay Note8's hefty price. Amazon Germany is selling the S7 edge for €420. That's cheaper than most sites in the country charge for the smaller S7. Anyway, you get a choice of Black Onyx and Silver Titanium, the other color options are not part of the deal. Note that the Black model will be back in stock August 20, the Silver one is ready to ship now. The deal ends in about 12...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s7_edge_drops_to__euro420_in_germany-news-26799.php

alcatel Idol 4S free fall continues, now available for $225

The alcatel Idol 4S with Windows 10 Mobile launched in the US back in November last year for $470. It's been less than a year, and the bundle - which includes the Snapdragon 820-powered phone and VR goggles - has received price cuts multiple times. Last we heard, it was going for $288. And now, Amazon is offering the device for $225: This is an unlocked unit, the likes of whichfirst arrived in the US through Microsoft back in January this year. A quick look at the software giant's online store reveals the company is still asking $470 for the bundle, so purchasing from Amazon...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/alcatel_idol_4s_now_available_for_225-news-26797.php

Redmi Note 5A to be made official next week, Xiaomi confirms

In line with recent rumors, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A will be made official next week. The confirmation came in the form of official press invites that reveal August 21 unveiling for the device. The CEO even posted images of the device! The Note 5A has already been certified by China's TENAA. The listing revealed two major versions for the handset, having a 5.5-inch 720p screen (an LCD) and a 3,000mAh battery. SoCs are likely to be Snapdragon 425 and Snapdragon 430, while memory configuration is 2GB/16GB and 3GB/32GB. The camera department for the better-specced variant is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_note_5a_official_next_week-news-26796.php

Redmi Note 5A to be made official next week, Xiaomi confirms

In line with recent rumors, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A will be made official next week. The confirmation came in the form of official press invites that reveal August 21 unveiling for the device. The CEO even posted an image of the device! The Note 5A has already been certified by China's TENAA. The listing revealed two major versions for the handset, having a 5.5-inch 720p screen (an LCD) and a 3,000mAh battery. SoCs are likely to be Snapdragon 425 and Snapdragon 430, while memory configuration is 2GB/16GB and 3GB/32GB. The camera department for the better-specced variant is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/redmi_note_5a_to_be_made_official_next_week_xiaomi_confirms-news-26796.php

LG V30 leaks refuse to stop as another render surfaces

A lot of information about the upcoming LG V30 has come out already. While the South Korean company itself has been quite active in this regard, there has been no dearth of leaks and rumors as well. And there seems to be no stopping, as a new render image for the phone has surfaced. The leak comes courtesy of the usually reliable tipster Evan Blass. LG V30 [tipping for good service is always appreciated: https://t.co/NwZ9Q1RB0N] pic.twitter.com/NxAuLgrpE5— Evan Blass (@evleaks) August 16, 2017 Aside from the color perhaps, the image reveals nothing new. The V30 is set to be made...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_v30_leaks_refuse_to_stop_as_another_render_surfaces-news-26795.php

Google hops on 'lite' apps bandwagon with Search Lite

After companies like Facebook and Microsoft, Google has also jumped on the 'lite' apps bandwagon by outing a new, Search Lite app. The app - as the name suggests - is aimed at providing a comparatively faster Google search experience while also being data-friendly. In addition to search, the app also allows you to quickly access information including news, weather, and translation. There are also a handful of language options to choose from. The app also supports voice and text search functionality. Other features include ability to open web pages in Lite Mode, and view them in the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_hops_on_lite_apps_bandwagon_with_search_lite-news-26792.php

Hands-on Nokia 8 review: First impressions

This is a Nokia phone built by Foxconn for HMD in partnership with Zeiss and Google. Make no mistake, though, there's Finnish blood running through Nokia 8's veins. The new leadership tried to resurrect the qualities that were vital to the Nokia brand: quality, simplicity, trust and reliability.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8_hands_on-review-1641.php

The official Nokia 8 video ads give us a better look at the phone

HMD has just announced their first proper Nokia flagship device at a press event held in London - the Nokia 8. The first video ads show you the phone from all angles and you get to see some of the phone's key features. The Nokia 8 certainly has a lot going for it and we're not sure that the marketing department has chosen the proper features to highlight. Don't fret, you'll find the full scoop of the strong and bad points of the phone on our homepage. But enough talking, enjoy the videos. Here's a demo of how good the spatial audio recording sounds on the Nokia...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/the_official_nokia_8_video_ads_reiterate_the_phones_key_features-news-26791.php

Nokia 8 announced: its dual camera boasts Zeiss lens and OZO audio

"With the Nokia 8 - we wanted to create the ultimate tool to tell our story". That's what HMD told us and we think is a perfect description for this dual-eyed Finn. Any story that stars Carl Zeiss is one we'll listen to, but let's start at the beginning. The Nokia 8 has a 5.3" IPS LCD display on the front with QHD resolution and a blinding 700nits of max brightness. 2.5D Gorilla Glass 5 curves into the phone's metal shell, which is milled out of 6000 series aluminum. The phone measures 7.9mm at the thickest point and has basic resistance to the elements with an IP54 rating. The...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8_announced_its_dual_camera_boasts_zeiss_lens_and_ozo_audio-news-26787.php

Google Home starts making phone calls in the US and Canada

Google Home is now able to make phone calls, as long as you're in the US or Canada. This functionality was rumored for many months until it got official at Google I/O back in May, and now it's finally in the process of rolling out. There are, however, plenty of caveats, aside from the aforementioned geographical restriction. You can only call phone numbers from the US or Canada, but on the flip side your Google Home will be able to call any landline or mobile - as long as it has a phone number, you're good to go. That said, there's no support for incoming calls yet, so you can't...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_home_starts_making_phone_calls_in_the_us_and_canada-news-26790.php

Mediatek to announce Helio P23 and Helio P30 on August 29

MediaTek started sending invites for an announcement of two new processors - the Helio P23 and the Helio P30. Details and specifications are expected to be unveiled at an event in Beijing on August 29. Thanks to a tip we got, there are already rumors about the chipsets. The Helio P23 is going to be built on the 16 nm process and will feature an octa-core CPU. The SoC is rumored to support 2K resolution and dual camera setups. It is also expected to have Cat.7 connectivity and LPDDR4X memory. The Helio P30 is obviously going to be the most powerful chipset in the P series. It is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/mediatek_to_announce_helio_p23_and_helio_p30_on_august_29-news-26789.php

Nokia has a big event today, here's what to expect

Nokia (or rather, the new company behind Nokia now - HMD) has an event lined up for today at which it's expected to show off its first real flagship in a while - the Nokia 8. Here's what to expect from the event. Nokia 8 Before we get to the question marks let's take a look at what's more or less certain - the unveiling of the Nokia 8. The phone is expected to have a 5.3" QHD display, a Snapdragon 835 chipset likely paired to 6GB of RAM. Finally, there should be a Zeiss-certified dual camera on the back. The Nokia 8 will come in three clors - Silver, Copper Gold and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_has_big_event_today_heres_what_to_expect-news-26788.php

Galaxy Note8 with Exynos chipset pops up on AnTuTu

There might be a week until the official unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy Note8, but the phone is already a frequent visitor at benchmark listings. The device with Exynos 8895 appeared on Geekbench and GFXBench while the Snapdragon 835 version popped on AnTuTu yesterday. And today was the day for the Exynos-powered Galaxy Note8 to show up on the Chinese benchmark leaderboards. Most specs were already leaked, but let's have a quick recap of what's expected. The Exynos 8895 chipset will be paired with 6 GB RAM and 64 GB storage, although other versions with different internal storage...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note8_with_exynos_chipset_pops_up_on_antutu-news-26786.php

Deal: HTC 10 goes for €290 on eBay Germany

The HTC 10 went into the "old but gold" category after the U11 came out. It's still a capable smartphone with a great camera and its Snapdragon 820 chipset still has plenty of oomph. Plus, it's last call for those wanting a metal HTC, the company switched away to glass for the U-series. There's an offer on eBay for €290 while HTC's official site sells it at €480. There's a catch, of course. The item condition is "new, unused", but this looks like an open box unit. Also, be warned some people have complained that they have received demo units from B-Ware deals (like this one). HTC...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/htc_10_goes_for__euro290_on_ebay_germany-news-26783.php