Samsung SM-T380/SM-T385 to be called Galaxy Tab A2 S, tipster says

Up until now, Samsung SM-T380/SM-T385 was being referred to as the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017). However, according to popular tipster Roland Quandt‏ (@rquandt), the tablet will carry a different moniker: Galaxy Tab A2 S. Samsung SM-T380 / SM-T385 is not Galaxy Tab A 8.0 2017. It's the Samsung Galaxy Tab A2 S.— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) August 26, 2017 The device has already been spotted in benchmarks, as well as cleared TENAA and WiFi Alliance. Recently, its user manual also appeared online, confirming the presence of Bixby (Bixby Home to be precise). No information on the tablet's...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_smt380_smt385_to_be_called_galaxy_tab_a2_s_tipster_says-news-26946.php

Original Samsung Galaxy J7 running Nougat again spotted on WFA's website

It was June this year, when the first-gen Samsung Galaxy J7 with Android Nougat on board was spotted on the website of WiFi Alliance. Over a couple of months have passed, and the update is yet to roll out. Now, the device has once again appeared on the agency's website, with the listing revealing Android 7.0 this time as well. It's clear that Android 7.0 for the phone is being tested. However, what's not clear is exactly when the update will be pushed out. Getting WiFi certification doesn't necessarily mean roll out is imminent, but it does indicate the update is in pipeline...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/original_samsung_galaxy_j7_running_nougat_again_spotted_on_wfas_website-news-26945.php

Three year old Samsung Galaxy S5 and several other devices getting August patch

Samsung has started pushing out a new update to its Galaxy S5 smartphone. Arriving as version G900FXXS1CQH1 and weighing in at around 75MB, the update is currently hitting units in Europe. As for changes, it brings along Android security fixes for the month of August. Moving on, the Galaxy S6 series smartphones on AT&T are also getting the latest patch, arriving as version G890AUCS6DQH1 for the S6 cctive, and G920AUCS6EQH1, G925AUCS6EQH1 and G928AUCS4EQH1 for the S6, S6 edge and S6 edge+, respectively. And finally, Nexus 6 units on AT&T are also receiving the August security...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/three_year_old_samsung_galaxy_s5_and_several_other_devices_getting_august_patch-news-26944.php

Sony Xperia XZ again drops to under $400 in US, free memory card included as well

The Sony Xperia XZ has received a new price cut in the US. A quick look at the device's Amazon listings reveal you can grab a unit for as low as $399.99. While this isn't the first time the phone has dropped to this level, the deal includes a free 64GB microSD card as well. The price cut + SD card deal is available on black, blue, and silver color options. Respective listings suggest only few units are remaining, so those planning to avail the deal may have to act fast. For what it's worth, the device was launched back in 2016 carrying a whopping $700 price tag. Source 1 2 3 |...

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Shipments for Essential Phone have begun

Over a week ago, some of those who pre-ordered the Essential Phone (PH-1) started getting notifications that their unit is ready, and will be shipped within a week. Now, the company has confirmed that shipments for the device have finally begun. We're beginning to ship Essential Phone! Please look out for an e-mail today with tracking info. We appreciate everyone's patience!— Essential (@essential) August 25, 2017 If you're planning to purchase the phone, it's worth knowing that Best Buy has both unlocked as well as Sprint variants listed on its website. The carrier is also taking...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/shipments_for_essential_phone_have_begun-news-26942.php

Deal: Silver Sony Xperia XZs drops to all-time low of $545.72

Sony's Xperia XZs has been on sale in the US since April, and during this time it's seen a few price cuts and deals. While the initial recommended price for it was $699.99, we've also seen it going for $619.99 at one point, and recently its price was cut to $599.99. Now though you can grab an XZs for cheaper than it's ever been. You do however have to act fast, because only a few units are left in stock at the amazing price of just $545.72. That means you save a whopping $154.27 on the device, but be advised that only the Warm Silver color version is this cheap - the black and blue models...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/deal_silver_sony_xperia_xzs_drops_to_alltime_low_of_54572-news-26941.php

Deal: Google Pixel from $549.99, 128GB Pixel XL for $719.99, 32GB refurb Pixel for $355

While they may have been priced exactly as Apple's iPhones at launch, Google's Pixels aren't as good at keeping their prices intact and deal-free. We've already seen quite a few price reductions for the duo, and now that we're ever closer to the rumored October 5 unveiling of the next generation of Google's smartphones some new deals have popped up. If you visit the first Source link below, you'll be able to snag a brand new 32GB Pixel for $549.99, or the 128GB model for $649.99. In both cases you save $100 compared to the recommended retail price. The 128GB Pixel XL is on offer too, and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/deal_google_pixel_from_54999_128gb_pixel_xl_for_71999_32gb_refurb_pixel_for_355-news-26940.php

Xbox One X pre-orders are fastest selling ever for a Microsoft console

Microsoft's Xbox One X is the most powerful gaming console ever created. It was initially unveiled in June, and it went on pre-order worldwide last Sunday night. It's only been five days since that moment, but the company is already announcing a milestone. As of now, the One X pre-orders are the fastest selling in Xbox console history. As a consequence, the console is unfortunately sold out in many countries around the world at the moment. For some retailers, it was actually the fastest Xbox to sell out - ever. Microsoft plans another wave of pre-orders for next month, so those...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xbox_one_x_is_microsofts_most_preordered_console_ever-news-26939.php

Google Chrome will soon allow permanent muting of websites

The development team behind Google Chrome for computers is working on a neat new feature. In the future, the browser will let you permanently mute any specific website. The switch making this possible is currently being experimented with in Chrome's Canary branch, which is the most cutting edge of them all. At the moment, the toggle can be found inside the Page Info bubble, as evidenced by the picture below. Once you mute a domain, it will remain so until you undo the action. That's in stark contrast to how muting works in Chrome's more stable channels at the moment. Muting is done on...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_chrome_will_soon_allow_permanent_muting_of_websites-news-26938.php

Nokia 8 review: Connecting the dots

This is it then. The long-awaited Finnish flagship that goes all in against the phones that rule today. The Finnish cameraphone returning to claim the prize that was once its birthright. Everybody bow and make way?

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8-review-1644.php

Google Assistant for iOS arrives in the UK, Germany, and France

Do you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and hate Siri? Do you happen to live in the UK, Germany, or France? Well then you're in luck, for starting today you get an alternative to Apple's own virtual assistant. The Google Assistant app for iOS that launched in the US back in May is now finally expanding to more countries, though only the aforementioned three at the moment. As always with Google services and software, trying to anticipate if (or when) the rollout might include other territories is a losing game. Or, for that matter, figuring out why such things never make it to certain...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_assistant_for_ios_arrives_in_the_uk_germany_and_france-news-26937.php

Camera test: Nokia 8 vs. Galaxy S8 vs. LG G6 vs. iPhone 7 Plus vs. Huawei P10

While reviewing the Nokia 8, we couldn't pass on the opportunity for a quick camera shootout between the flagships we have around. Consider this an early look into what's coming - our Nokia 8 review should go live today. Nokia 8 vs. Galaxy S8 vs. LG G6 vs. iPhone 7 Plus vs. Huawei P10 daylight comparison Looking at the images below, the Galaxy S8 has the punchiest colors, the LG G6 excels in resolved detail, while the Huawei P10 and the Nokia 8 are on par in picture quality. The iPhone has the dullest colors and the least amount of resolved detail, but is not far behind. Overall,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/camera_test_nokia_8_vs_galaxy_s8_vs_lg_g6_vs_iphone_7_plus_vs_huawei_p10-news-26935.php

BlackBerry now wants to license out its security-focused version of Android

In the past few years, BlackBerry has transformed itself from a company that made and sold smartphones running its own operating system to one that licenses its name to smartphone makers who want to take advantage of its brand recognition. It also develops what it says is a more secure version of Android than the pure thing that emanates from Google. However, partnering with the likes of TCL, Optiemus, and BB Merah Putih for smartphone production was just the first phase of BlackBerry's licensing strategy as it turns out. Phase two involves licensing out its security-focused version of...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/blackberry_now_wants_to_license_out_its_securityfocused_version_of_android-news-26936.php

Three magic tricks revealed by Sony Xperia XZ Premium's slow-mo video

"How did he do that!" most people would exclaim while watching a magician at work. Some might be tempted to record the trick on video and review it several times, hoping to spot the exact moment that slight of hand transforms one card into another. If you're going to do that, you'd probably want to use the Sony Xperia XZ Premium and its class-leading 960fps slow motion. Would it really work though, can you catch a magician in the act? Sony partnered with Max "The Chelsea Joker" Randall to find out. Here are three tricks shown in real time and in slow motion. Now do you know how it's...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/three_magic_tricks_revealed_by_sony_xperia_xz_premiums_slowmo_video-news-26934.php

Samsung Galaxy Note8 pre-orders in India start on September 11

The Samsung Galaxy Note8 is set to start selling in the US, UK and Europe, Canada and Australia on September 15 while Indian buyers will be able to pre-order the Galaxy Note8 starting September 11. The phone is set to start shipping the first week of October. The phone will be an Amazon India exclusive outside of Samsung's own online store. The projected price of the Galaxy Note8 will be INR 74,900 (around €990). The price looks about right considering that the Samsung Galaxy S8+ costs around INR 66,000. Thanks for the tip! Source

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note8_coming_to_india_september_11-news-26933.php

Xiaomi arrives in Thailand with the Mi 6 and the Redmi Note 4

Xiaomi fans in Thailand, rejoice! The Chinese manufacturer announced its official entry in the Asian country through its partner VST ECS. The first two devices that will be officially sold are the flagship Xiaomi Mi 6 and the bestseller Xiaomi Redmi Note 4. At an event in Bangkok Xiaomi announced that VST ECS sellers will take care of the online and offline distribution along with after-sales service products. Xiaomi will also sell its phones through retailers Lazada and IT City. The Xiaomi Mi 6 will be offered in Black and the 6GB RAM + 64 GB storage will go for THB13,790 or around...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_arrives_in_thailand_with_the_mi_6_and_the_redmi_note_4-news-26930.php

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact renders leak in Pink

A day after the Sony Xperia XZ1 press renders appeared, Roland Quandt unleashed another batch of leaked images. This time the star is the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact and it comes in Pink that looks more like Orange version. Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact. 499 GBP. Black, Silver, Blue, Pink (like XZ1). More pics: https://t.co/taHgGUx3O5 pic.twitter.com/cWwJonTTMg— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) August 25, 2017 Leaving nothing to the imagination, the XZ1 Compact will come with one camera on the back and another one at the front. Sony kept the classic Xperia design once more, leaving huge bezels on top and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_xperia_xz1_compact_renders_leak_pink-news-26929.php

Vivo announces Y69 with 5.5-inch HD display and MediaTek processor

Vivo has launched the Y69 smartphone in India. It is priced at INR 14,990 ($234) and will be available across online and offline retail outlets starting September 1. The Y69 has a 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1280x720, rather low for this price range. Even more disappointingly, it is powered by a MediaTek MT6570 processor. You do get 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage that can be expanded with microSD. On the back of the phone is a 13 megapixel camera but the front gets a 16 megapixel sensor with Vivo's Moonlight Selfie camera flash that provides a soft glow. Powering the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_announces_y69_with_55inch_hd_display_and_mediatek_processor-news-26932.php

Samsung Galaxy J7+ shows its dual-camera, coming soon

We finally know what the Galaxy J7 (2017) with dual-camera is called - the Galaxy J7+. The device was just leaked over in Thailand, where it's expected to become available soon. The device has a dual camera on the back consisting of a 13MP f/1.7 snapper and a 5MP f/1.9 second unit. The dual cam is capable of Samsung's new Live Focus portrait mode, like the Galaxy Note8. There' also a 16MP selfie camera on the front. The Galaxy J7+ will have Bixby support and the dedicated Bixby button on the left. The rest of the specs are a 5.5" Super AMOLED of 1080p resolution, an octa-core...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_j7_shows_its_dualcamera_coming_soon-news-26925.php

Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 back panel leaks along with the launch date

Xiaomi is yet to announce the humongous Mi Mix 2 with a massive display and minuscule bezels. But what is still unknown is how the phone will look on the front. Thanks to a Weibo leak we know how the back panel is looking. The complete package will be revealed on September 12, according to another leak from China. The image reveals a white ceramic back with two circular cutouts in the top part. This can mean the phone will either have a dual camera setup on the back or the fingerprint scanner will be positioned below the primary cam. There are dual stereo speakers on the bottom and...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_mi_mix_2_back_panel_leaks_along_with_the_launch_date-news-26924.php

Upcoming Motorola Moto X gets FCC certified

Well, it was expected to be officially unveiled yesterday, but that didn't happen. However, the Motorola Moto X4 still managed to stay in news as it has come to light that the device has been certified by the FCC in the US. The listing reveals the handset carries a model number of XT-1900-1 and packs in a 2,810mAh battery Interestingly, images shared by an official Motorola distributor recently revealed 3,000mAh battery capacity for the device. Based on what all has been revealed/confirmed so far, other key specs for the phone include Snapdragon 630 SoC, 5.2-inch Full HD...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/upcoming_motorola_moto_x_stops_by_fcc-news-26923.php

6GB/128GB Samsung Galaxy S8+ gets another price cut in India

The Samsung Galaxy S8+ model that comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage was launched in India back in June this year, carrying an INR 75,000 ($1,170) price tag. The variant received its first price cut in around a month, bringing the tag down to INR 70,900 ($1,105). And now, the South Korean company has slashed the variant's price once again. A quick look at the official listing reveals the device is currently going for INR 65,900, which translates to around $1,030. As you can see in the screenshot above, the model includes free wireless charger. Plus, there are several other offers...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/6gb_128gb_samsung_galaxy_s8_gets_another_price_cut_in_india-news-26922.php

User manual confirms Bixby for Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017)

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) has already been spotted in benchmark listings and has also received WiFi and TENAA certifications. So we pretty much know what to expect from the tablet. Now, the user manual for the device has been spotted, revealing something we didn't know all this while. As per the manual, the tablet will feature Bixby. While that's certainly good news, what's worth mentioning is that it's Bixby Home (and not Bixby Voice) that's included. For those who aren't aware, the functionality analyses users' usage patterns and routine, and provides recommendations...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/user_manual_confirms_bixby_for_samsung_galaxy_tab_a_80_2017-news-26921.php

Black BlackBerry Keyone lands at AT&T on September 1

The black color version of the BlackBerry Keyone smartphone launched in India earlier this month, and now it's almost ready to make the trip from there to the United States. AT&T has just announced that it plans on offering the Keyone in the hue it's calling Space Black. The phone will become available at the carrier on September 1. If you're interested in the all-black Keyone, know that you'll need to part with $16.67 each month for 30 months in order to grab it from AT&T with an installment plan. That adds up to a grand total of $500.10. The Space Black color of the Keyone is...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/black_blackberry_keyone_lands_at_at_t_on_september_1-news-26919.php

LG Q8 goes on sale, Q6 to follow next week

LG unveiled the Q8 back in July, and today it announced the start of the sales of the 5.2" smartphone. The first market to get the smaller LG V20 sibling is Korea, where the phone comes in Titan or Pink and costs KRW616,000 ($545). According to Lee Sang-gyu, head of LG Korea Mobile Group, the LG Q8 is positioned as a more affordable option than the flagship LG G6. He added that the Q-series will "contain the core functionality of a premium product at a reasonable price". The LG Q8 has a Snapdragon 820 chipset, a QHD screen and a secondary ticker display like in the LG V20. The...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lg_launches_the_q8_in_korea_announces_date_for_q6_series-news-26918.php

OnePlus 5 to have a soft launch in Australia on August 29

OnePlus is doing a soft launch for the OnePlus 5 in Australia on August 29, 10:00 AEST. The company will be selling all variants of the OnePlus 5. This includes the 6/64GB model in Slate Gray and Soft Gold and the 8/128GB model in Midnight Black and Slate Gray. They are priced at A$599 and A$699, respectively, and every customer will get a free Sandstone Protective Case for the phone. The soft launch will be a limited run until stocks last. OnePlus also clarifies that the prices and offers at the soft launch are not indicative of the future launches in Australia. You can find...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/oneplus_5_to_have_a_soft_launch_in_australia_on_august_29-news-26916.php

Huawei releases first photo of the Mate 10

Huawei is going to launch the Mate 10 on October 16. There is still plenty of time, and Huawei is using it to build hype and has just released a photo of the rear of the phone. The phablet will, unsurprisingly, arrive with dual cameras and will join the Leica Family of Huawei devices that currently consists the Huawei P9/P9 Plus, Huawei Mate 9/Mate 9 Pro and the Huawei P10/P10 Plus. pic.twitter.com/PasaMCb5cU— HuaweiMobileAu (@HuaweiMobileAU) August 24, 2017 Тhis is the second time in the last several days the Chinese manufacturer hits at Samsung and its Galaxy Note8 after the...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/huawei_first_teaser_mate_10-news-26917.php

Alcatel A7 leaks ahead of IFA debut

Alcatel A7 joins the family of leaked Alcatel phones ahead of IFA 2017. Images of the device were shared by Roland Quandt on Twitter along with a benchmark listing from GFXBench, revealing most of the A7's specs. Alcatel A7: got a bunch more pics and what I think are it's specs on GFXBench - launch for IFA. pic.twitter.com/MpyNgFRJwK— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) August 24, 2017 The Alcatel A7 will arrive with a 5.5" screen of FullHD resolution. According to the pictures, there will not be a home button on the bottom part of the front panel - the space is now taken by a second speaker....

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/alcatel_a7_leaks_ahead_of_ifa_2017-news-26915.php

Samsung Gear Sport watch leaks: a watch for swimmers

We had an inkling that the Gear Fit2 Pro will not be the only wearable Samsung brings to IFA and now we know the other one - the Samsung Gear Sport (SM-R600). This one seems to break the "Gear S" naming convention, but other than that the familiar features seem on board - round screen, Tizen and a heart rate sensor (visible in the FCC schematics). The text below the watch promises 5 ATM waterproofing - that's serious resistance as far as smartwatches go, making the Gear Sport suitable for swimming. Presumably there are related features (e.g. stroke count and lap tracking), but the text...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_gear_sport_watch_leaks_swimmers-news-26914.php

Five Galaxy Note8 videos that highlight its best qualities

The S Pen and the dual camera separate the Samsung Galaxy Note8 from the Galaxy S phones, but it won't be until September 15 at the earliest before you can try them yourself. For now you can watch these videos that will walk you through the best parts of the stylus and camera. There's a video that shows off the DeX dock too - this one will be a freebie for Europeans who buy a Note8 before September 24. Here's a playlist of 5 videos that show off the best of the new flagship, including productivity features and its design story. Source

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note8_videos-news-26913.php

Google Pixel 2 to arrive on October 5 with a Snapdragon 836

The original Google Pixel was announced on October 4, 2016, and the new iteration of the series will arrive a year and a day later on October 5. According to popular leakster Evan Blass the Pixel 2 will have Snapdragon 836. If this rumor happens to be true, the phone might be the first device with the updated Qualcomm chipset. Google's second-generation Pixel handsets, powered by Snapdragon 836 SoC's, will be unveiled on October 5th.— Evan Blass (@evleaks) August 24, 2017 Google is sticking to its strategy with a late announcement after all the other companies. By the beginning of...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_2_october_5_snapdragon_836-news-26912.php

Google Pixel 2 to arrive on October 5 with a Snapdragon 836

The original Google Pixel was announced on October 4, 2016, and the new iteration of the series will arrive a year and a day later on October 5. According to popular leakster Evan Blass the Pixel 2 will have Snapdragon 836. If this rumor happens to be true, the phone might be the first device with the updated Qualcomm chipset. Google's second-generation Pixel handsets, powered by Snapdragon 836 SoC's, will be unveiled on October 5th.— Evan Blass (@evleaks) August 24, 2017 Google is sticking to its strategy with a late announcement after all the other companies. By the beginning of...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_2_arrive_october_5_snapdragon_836-news-26912.php

Samsung Galaxy Note8 with 4GB of RAM shows up at TENAA

Despite rumors of a Galaxy Note8 version with 8GB of RAM, Samsung unveiled only a 6GB version yesterday. And now TENAA shows that there may be a 4GB version instead! The phone seems identical otherwise, down to the built-in storage - 64GB or 128GB. The rumors claimed that Korea and China will get a version with extra memory, like the spruced up variant of the Galaxy S8+. The region is highly competitive and local brands usually offer more RAM than mainstream brands at a lower cost. Note the capacities listed for RAM (4GB, 6GB) and storage (64GB, 128GB) So, you see, it doesn't...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note8_4gb_ram_tenaa-news-26911.php

Nikon D850 is here with 45.7MP Full Frame sensor, 4K video

The Nikon D850 is here to replace the three year old D810 at the helm of Nikon's high-resolution lineup. The Nikon D850 has a 45.7MP FX (full frame) BSI CMOS sensor without a low-pass filter, the first backside-illuminated sensor in Nikon's lineup, can capture 7 frames a second stills (8fps with the new MB-D18 grip), has a base ISO of 64 and tops out at ISO 25,600, natively. The D850 shares the EXPEED 5 processor as well as the 153-point focusing system of the Nikon D5, which has 99 cross type sensors (15 of which can focus at f/8). Nikon D850 The Nikon D850 captures 4K...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nikon_d850_is_here_with_457mp_full_frame_sensor_4k_video-news-26908.php

First press renders of Sony Xperia XZ1 come to light

Sony has scheduled an event for IFA 2017 in Berlin and is expected to announce its new Xperia XZ1 flagship. Yet, almost a week in advance we get a bunch of leaked press images that leave little to the imagination. The Xperia XZ1 is not going to be too different from the current star Xperia XZ Premium. There is still one camera on the back with a dedicated button on the right side. The front side keeps the Xperia design with ample bezels below and above the screen. The slit above the flash on the back clearly indicates that the rear is made of metal -...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/first_press_renders_of_sony_xperia_xz1_come_into_light-news-26910.php

Exclusive: Galaxy Note8 and iPhone 8 dummy side by side

You know it's coming - the Samsung Galaxy Note8 and Apple iPhone 8 will compete for dominance of the premium smartphone market. Only half of the duo is official, however thanks to the numerous leaked CAD schematics, there are iPhone dummies floating around. Samsung Galaxy Note8 vs. Apple iPhone 8 The iPhone measures 143.5 x 71 x 7.5 mm while the Note8 is noticeably larger - 162.5 x 74.8 x 8.6 mm. Both phones have screens with wider-than-standard aspect ratios, though on the iPhone part of the top has been cut out to make space for the front camera and facial scanning...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/exclusive_galaxy_note8_and_iphone_8-news-26909.php

Dual-screen YotaPhone 3 debuts

The founding father of the screen-on-the-back concept Yota announced the YotaPhone 3 today. The phone has a 5.2" E-Ink display its back with three capacitive keys as its most distinctive feature. Yotaphone 3 At the front YotaPhone 3, named YOTA3 in China, has a 5.5" AMOLED panel of Full HD resolution. There is also a fingerprint scanner/home button below. The chipset is Qualcomm's mid-ranger Snapdragon 625 with octa-core CPU. Memory-wise the phone is going to be offered in two versions - 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage or 4 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. The camera on the back has...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/yotaphone_3_is_officially_unveiled-news-26902.php

Apple iPhone 8 will come in 64GB, 256GB and 512GB flavors

The upcoming iPhone 8 will launch in three storage options - the base 64GB, a middle 256GB and a whopping 512GB one - and all three will have 3GB of RAM and the new Apple A11 chip. This means Apple will doubles the available storage options compared to the iPhone 7 lineup (which has 32GB/128GB/256GB). Alleged iPhone 8 storage The information comes by way of a China leak showing the alleged 64GB storage chip, built by Sandisk. According to the source the 64GB and 256GB flash storage will be manufactured by Sandisk and Toshiba, while the 512GB unit by Samsung and Hynix. We...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_8_will_come_in_64gb_256gb_and_512gb_flavor-news-26900.php

Nokia 6 sells out in under a minute in India

The Nokia 6 just went on sale for the first time in India and was sold out in less than 1 minute - just like it did in China. The flash sale took place at Amazon India and had gathered more than 1 million registrations. The next flash sale is at 12PM on August 30 - exactly one week from now. The price of the phone is INR 14,999 ($235). There's no word yet how many devices were available in the flash sale. Source | Via

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Lamborghini Alpha-One smartphone launched at $2450

Lamborghini Mobile has launched the Alpha-One Android smartphone for $2450. It will be available at Harrod's in the UK and multiple retailers in the UAE. It is also available on the company's website. The Alpha-One is a reasonably straightforward high-end Android smartphone, with a 5.5-inch QHD AMOLED display and a 20 megapixel camera. Powering it is the Snapdragon 820 processor with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of expandable storage. It even has a set of stereo speakers as well as a dedicated DAC and AMP, along with Dolby Atmos audio. The phone runs on a 3,250mAh battery with Quick Charge...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/lamborghini_alphaone_smartphone_launched_at_2450-news-26898.php

Nokia 8 coming to UK on September 13

The Nokia 8 will come to the UK on September 13. This was confirmed today by retailer Clove, which has set up a page where you can register your interest in the device. So far the Nokia 8 is already up for pre-order in a couple of countries, including Poland, Norway and Switzerland in Europe, along with Australia with shipments expected to begin September 7. Back to the UK - Clove hasn't given any pricing information for the Nokia 8 but has all four color options listed. You can go and register your interest at the link below. Hopefully a pre-order campaign will start soon so...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/nokia_8_coming_to_uk_on_september_13-news-26896.php

Samsung will announce a new Gear smartwatch at IFA next week

Samsung may have unveiled the Galaxy Note8 today at its own separate event, but the Korean company hasn't forgotten about the IFA trade show that starts in Berlin next week either. In fact, Samsung will announce a new Gear S smartwatch at IFA, as it turns out. This information comes straight from the horse's mouth, as they say. It was revealed by DJ Koh, the president of Samsung's mobile division. Unfortunately he didn't out any specific details about the next Gear watch, which will succeed the Gear S3 classic and Gear S3 frontier from last year. He did however say that the wearable market...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_will_announce_a_new_gear_smartwatch_at_ifa_next_week-news-26907.php

T-Mobile records its own Galaxy Note8 unboxing video

It's Galaxy Note8 day today, which means you probably won't mind yet another article about Samsung's much anticipated phablet. We've already covered the announcement, we've given you the pricing details, we've showed you the first camera samples as well as Samsung's official promo videos and infographics, we've published our hands-on impressions of the device... So what's next? T-Mobile is among the (many) US carriers that will offer the Galaxy Note8 come September 15, but this company has a history of creating some pretty extravagant unboxing videos for new smartphones. And sure enough,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/tmobile_records_its_own_galaxy_note8_unboxing_video-news-26906.php

Galaxy Note8 will be up to $425 cheaper for those who had a Note7

The Galaxy Note8 became official today, as you may know. It's a pretty special device not just because of its near-bezelless screen or because it's the first Samsung phone to sport a dual rear camera setup. It's also the successor to the exploding Galaxy Note7 from last year, which got discontinued after two recalls. Samsung remembers that fiasco, and the company is also proving that it hasn't forgotten the people who bought its fire-prone smartphone in 2016. In the US, if you owned a Galaxy Note7, you'll be able to get a discount on the new Note8. A pretty significant discount,...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/galaxy_note8_will_be_up_to_425_cheaper_for_those_who_had_a_note7-news-26905.php

Here are the official promo videos and infographics for the Galaxy Note8

Unless you've been living under a rock, you know that today Samsung took the wraps off its latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy Note8. We assume you've read all about it in our hands-on review, but if that didn't manage to quench your thirst for Note8-related information, Samsung itself is here to help. The Korean company has already uploaded two official promo videos for the device to its YouTube channel. The first one is around three minutes long and serves to introduce you to the phone. The other video is basically the first 30-second TV ad for the Ntoe8. Expect this to air on...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/here_are_the_official_promo_videos_and_infographics_for_the_galaxy_note8-news-26904.php

Samsung Galaxy Note8 pricing and launch info

The Samsung Galaxy Note8 is official, now it's time to talk money. The rollout will be simultaneous worldwide - pre-orders start at midnight, sales kick off on September 15. Different colors will be available in different regions - most regions get a choice between two versions initially. Those that pre-order or buy a Galaxy Note8 by September 24, you're in for some extra goodies (but again, what you get is region-dependent). Note that these are for SIM-free devices. We have info on US carrier plans below that. Where Price Colors Early owner bonus ...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note8_pricing_and_launch_info-news-26903.php

These samples show off Galaxy Note8's dual camera

Samsung has prepared a wide assortment of camera samples shot with the Galaxy Note8 in all sorts of lighting conditions and situations (including some wet locales). Here are the samples shot with the main camera - that's the one with an f/1.7 wide-angle lens. Note that some photos have the full 12MP resolutions, others have been cropped. When you're browsing the images, keep an eye on the bottom on the screen - our gallery shows the EXIF image from the photos (though it is missing from some). Samsung...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/these_camera_samples_show_off_galaxy_note8s_dual_camera-news-26899.php

Samsung Galaxy Note8 unveiled with dual camera, 6.3" Infinity Display

The canvas just got bigger - the Samsung Galaxy Note8 comes with a 6.3" Infinity Display for an edge-to-edge writing experience with the S Pen. It has been a long time coming too - after Note5 didn't come to Europe and the Note7's fiasco the market is hungry for a stylus packing flagship. Samsung Galaxy Note8 official images The screen - a Super AMOLED with QHD+ resolution - boasts Mobile HDR Premium support, Always on Display functionality and screen off memos. Beyond simple notes, you can send Live messages, which are animated GIFs of your writings or drawings. Both phone...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note8_unveiled-news-26897.php

Samsung Galaxy Note8 hands-on review: First impressions

The successor to the Samsung Galaxy Note 4/5 is finally here - meet the Galaxy Note8. Wait, what? Okay, Europeans didn't get the Note5 because Samsung, and we all know how the Note7 lived a shorter product life than it deserved. So in a way, a few of us Note lovers have been stuck with three-year-old Notes, looking at some poor S-Pen-less S7 edges and S8s to fill the void.

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_note8_hands_on-review-1643.php

vivo V7+ to debut on September 7

vivo announced its V5-series phones in the beginning of 2017 and just 8 months later the successor vivo V7+ is arriving. The company set the date for the unveiling of the new phone at an event in Mumbai - September 7. It will be selfie-centered and the front screen will be similar to Samsung's Infinity Display and LG's Full Vision. The invitation is coming with the "Clear Shot. Clear Moment" slogan, that is coupled with another sentence "Get ready to capture". The new vivo phone will "redefine the selfie experience with the revolutionary selfie camera", as the invite...

Source: http://www.gsmarena.com/vivo_is_launching_the_v7_in_september-news-26893.php