HTC ChaCha was officially announced by HTC at MWC which features a dedicated Facebook button and a portrait QWERTY keyboard and it’s especially for people who can’t live without the world’s famous social network known as Facebook. A few days ago, it was launched by AT&T as HTC Status and it’s also AT&T’s first ever device debuting with Android 2.3 and they are offering it for $59 with a 2-yr contract. Now our friends over at Mobile-Syrup are reporting that Telus will be launching it in Canada on July 29. Continue reading “Telus launching HTC Status in Canada”
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AT&T to offer LG Thrill 4G for only $99 on contract
LG Thrill 4G was officially announced by AT&T back in March which is actually AT&T variant of world’s first ever 3D Android smartphone known as the LG Optimus 3D. We recently heard that AT&T will be launching it this month and July is about to end. Well, it seems that the launch is around the corner because BGR is reporting that AT&T will be launching it for $99 with a 2-yr contract but still no words on release date, but my guess is that either it’s coming in few days or probably in the first week of August. Continue reading “AT&T to offer LG Thrill 4G for only $99 on contract”
Video Demo of Samsung Galaxy R, Coming Soon
Samsung Galaxy R was recently spotted in Sweden which is actually affordable cousin of the Samsung Galaxy S II which is also known as one of the best Android handsets available in the market, and it’s also one of the reasons Samsung is expecting amazing sales this year. Well, if you are low on budget and need a device like SGSII, then I would suggest you to have a look on Galaxy R. We recently told you that Samsung will be launching it in UK but Samsung recently said that UK launch is unconfirmed at the moment, and possibly the device will hit Asian and other European markets. Continue reading “Video Demo of Samsung Galaxy R, Coming Soon”
AT&T to launch Gingerbread update for all Android devices sold this year
If you live in USA and you recently bought an Android powered device from AT&T, then I got some good news for you. Today, AT&T officially announced that all Android phones sold in 2011 will receive Android 2.3 Gingerbread update. They announced that HTC Inspire 4G will receive it sometime in September and as you people may know that Atrix 4G recently received it, which means AT&T is on the roll at the moment. Continue reading “AT&T to launch Gingerbread update for all Android devices sold this year”
HTC Salsa hitting China as HTC Weike, launching as Weibo-centric device
Back at MWC earlier this year, HTC announced a lot of device and two out of them were HTC Salsa and HTC ChaCha/Status, also known as Facebook Phones. Facebook is the largest social network website in the world, with more than 750 million users. Both Salsa and Status are made for people who can’t live without Facebook and always want to stay updated with it (read our review for both device). Continue reading “HTC Salsa hitting China as HTC Weike, launching as Weibo-centric device”
iPhone 5 hitting USA on September 5, International launch on October 5?
From last few months, we are hearing a lot of rumors about the Apple upcoming iPhone. Last month, we first heard that China Mobile will launch the new iPhone in September and then an analyst also claimed it, but he further said that Apple will launch two versions of it, one will be known as iPhone 5 and other will be iPhone 4S. We heard it before that there will be two versions of iPhone, but let’s wait for Apple to clear the air. I am about to tell you about another rumor related to the next iPhone, but this one is related to the release only. Continue reading “iPhone 5 hitting USA on September 5, International launch on October 5?”
Google Nexus S for AT&T exclusively available at BestBuy
Google Nexus S was officially launched last year which was launched as successor to Nexus One, and it was also the first one to run on Gingerbread a.k.a Android 2.3. In USA, T-Mobile was the first carrier to officially launch it and then few months ago, Sprint launched its 4G version. We heard back in February that Nexus S will be hitting AT&T soon but then few days ago, after 4 months AT&T officially launched the Nexus S. Continue reading “Google Nexus S for AT&T exclusively available at BestBuy”
Google+ App for Windows Phone 7 coming next week
Google+ was launched by Google a few weeks ago which is their new social network service for internet users, like Facebook and Twitter. Google+ is the fastest growing social network, as it reached 10 million users in just 16 days and it’s reported that soon it will be hitting the huge mark of 20 million, impressive isn’t it? Continue reading “Google+ App for Windows Phone 7 coming next week”
Samsung launching Galaxy 3D later this year?
Earlier this year, Samsung announced their new flagship device which is known as the Samsung Galaxy S II and they are selling it very well. Galaxy S II is considered as one of the best Android smartphones available in the market at the moment. Well, now it looks like Samsung is working on a new Galaxy device as our friends over at Sammy Hub spotted on Korean website ETNews that Samsung is working on a device which will feature a 3D display and would be known as Galaxy 3D. It’s just a rumor so just take it with a grain of salt but you can put a little trust on it because recently companies like HTC and LG introduced phones with 3D display, so if Samsung is also working on one then there is no surprise. Continue reading “Samsung launching Galaxy 3D later this year?”
Samsung finally launching Galaxy S II in US next month
Samsung Galaxy S II was officially announced back in February and they launched it as their flagship device and trust me, Galaxy S II is really an amazing and considered as one of the best Android devices available in the market at the moment. Well, it’s available in countries like UK and India too, but what’s shocking is that it’s still not officially launched in US market which is considered as one of the largest mobile phone markets. Anyway, NewEgg is offering it for $659 SIM-free and it can run on AT&T 3G network too but people in USA prefer devices on contract. Continue reading “Samsung finally launching Galaxy S II in US next month”
Samsung Galaxy R hitting UK by the end of July
We recently told you that Samsung is launching little brother of Samsung Galaxy S2 which is known as the Samsung Galaxy Z and it’s a cheap alternative of Samsung’s flagship device. It was only introduced in Sweden first but now it looks like Samsung is planning to launch it in UK too as CNET is reporting that Samsung will launch it as Samsung Galaxy R and it will hit UK by the end of July, and I am sure this is good news for all people who loves SGS2 but it’s too expensive for them. At the moment, we don’t know which carrier or retailer is launching it and for how much? But I am sure the carriers and retailers who are interested in this device will be announcing it soon. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy R hitting UK by the end of July”
Google Plus application now available for Apple iPhone
Google recently launched their new social network service which is known as Google Plus. Google+ is launched to compete with the leader of social networks, Facebook. Google+ is gaining a lot of popularity nowadays, and Google recently reported that there are more than 10 million users on it. Google+ app is already available for Android powered phones but not for iPhone as there a lot of iPhone users out there who are using Google+. Continue reading “Google Plus application now available for Apple iPhone”
WSJ: Amazon Android tablet coming out in October
Amazon is one of the leading online retailers in the world and they are offering a lot of good stuff on their store. They are also offering their very own products like the Amazon Kindle which is their best selling product. Last year in September, we reported that Amazon will launch their first ever Android tablet this year. And in May, we told you that the tablet has entered production and it’s coming out later this summer. Continue reading “WSJ: Amazon Android tablet coming out in October”
T-Mobile launching myTouch 4G Slide on July 27th
T-Mobile recently announced the successor to myTouch 4G which is known as the myTouch 4G Slide, and it’s really a sexy looking device. On announce day, T-Mobile didn’t tell us when they are planning to launch it but now the cat is finally out of the bag. T-Mobile is planning to launch their new flagship myTouch on July 27th and it will go for only $199.99 on a 2-yr contract. If you are waiting for this device from a long time and want to pre-order it, then it will be up for pre-order on July 19th so mark your calendars, and you will be able to receive your myTouch 4G Slide on day one. Continue reading “T-Mobile launching myTouch 4G Slide on July 27th”
AT&T officially announces Sony Ericsson Xperia Play
Sony Ericsson launched world’s first ever PlayStation certified devices which is known as Xperia Play a few months ago. It’s an Android powered devices and it was launched by Verizon Wireless in May. It comes with a sliding gamepad and it’s especially for people who love playing games on their device. Continue reading “AT&T officially announces Sony Ericsson Xperia Play”