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Apple iPhone 5S to be introduced on 10th September says All Things D

Excitement around the next generation iPhone is reaching at an all time as Cupertino has managed to keep the ship relatively tightly locked down and we haven’t heard much about the next generation iPhone. What we have heard on the other hand are rumors of a cheaper iPhone dubbed the iPhone 5C. If AllThingsD’s sources are accurate then we don’t have much longer to go before we find out. The event for the much awaited device is scheduled to be held on 10th September says the website that has been the source of many accurate Apple related news leaks.

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UC Browser v9.2 for Android brings add-on support

Popular smartphone browser, UC Browser, just got an update to version 9.2 that brings with it support for add ons. The feature that has previously been seen on competitors like Dolphin browser opens up the browser to a lot of possibilities. Third party developers will now be able to create plugins or add ons that will integrate with, give additional features to the browser.

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HTC One Dual SIM with 3G GSM+CDMA coming to India for Rs. 48,490

The HTC One has proven to be quite a popular model for the Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer and has got rave reviews across the internet including from us. The company is now all set to launch the coveted dual SIM model that also incorporates a micro SD card slot that has been missing from the single SIM international variant.

The handset supports both CDMA and GSMA networks on the first SIM card slot while the second will top off at EDGE speeds on GSM networks. The phone should have an MRP of Rs 49,500 though the MOP is expected to be around Rs. 48,490. Other specifications remain the same with the only addition being the micro SD card slot hidden under the removable back shell. Continue reading “HTC One Dual SIM with 3G GSM+CDMA coming to India for Rs. 48,490”

LG G2 Hands On

At an event in New York, LG announced its next generation flagship dubbed the G2. The phone is a fairly significant departure from the design language of the Optimus G. In fact the device comes off as a smartphone inspired by the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S4 and this ideology is not restricted to the hardware of the G2. We’ve had some time with the handset and while not conclusive, here are our thoughts on LG’s latest.

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LG G2 with 5.2-inch 1080p display, Snapdragon 800 processor announced

LG has just announced its new flagship device at an event in New York. Called the LG G2, it is the first smartphone under the company’s new G series of premium devices. The handset combines some of the most cutting technology out there right now with some very intriguing design choices.

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LG G2 appears in leaked press render ahead of launch

Ahead of the LG G2’s launch in New York, a press render has been leaked by the always reliable @evleaks. The first ‘press’ shot of the image confirms what has already been known about this well leaked device.

The handset will sport an edge to edge display with a size of 5.2 inches. The resolution like any other respectable flagship will be 1080p. The most striking break from the otherwise traditional design is the volume rocker and power key that resides at the back of the phone under the camera module. The specifications of the handset are right in line with the rest of the upcoming competition and the phone is being powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 800 chipset clocked at 2.3Ghz with an Adreno 330 GPU and 2GB of RAM. The rear camera is a 13MP unit while the front is rated at 2.1MP. The phone will sport a nano SIM card slot first seen on the iPhone 5 and more recently on the Moto X. We’ll have on the ground coverage from the launch event so don’t forget to check back to see hands on images of the handset right here on FoneArena.

[Via – Evleaks]

Facebook v10.2.1 update brings Facebook Chat to BB10

The Facebook application for BB10 just got a fairly major update that adds some much needed features. Alongside the usual bug fixes that bring quicker newsfeed scrolling, you get a refreshed interface. The biggest addition however has to be Facebook Chat. Like on other platforms, you’ll be able to see when a friend is typing a message and search within the chat list.

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Twitter updates Android & iOS apps, adds login verification and photo galleries

Twitter just pushed out an update for its iOS and Android applications which primarily adds new security related features. It is now possible to use login verification and approve such requests directly from the phone. Two factor authentication had been added to Twitter web a few months back but the updated version of the app will remove the need for SMS based verification. A push notification will show up on the application that will allow users to approve login attempts. Additionally, it is possible to get a backup code in case you don’t have an active data connection on the phone.

Additional features includes a new photo gallery that shows results in a mosaic like grid and lets you see more images in a go. The gallery will also show up under user profiles. An improved search experience is also part of the update which will provide more context and information on people who show up in Twitter searches. Continue reading “Twitter updates Android & iOS apps, adds login verification and photo galleries”

LG G2 manual surfaces online, confirms nano-SIM support

Pretty much everything is already known about the LG G2 ahead of its launch. We’ve seen that is has rear mounted volume controls which is something we haven’t seen before. The phone will also come with ringtones from the Vienna Boy’s orchestra.

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Gionee Elife E6 Hands On

As Gionee enters the Indian smartphone market, the only thought that crosses everyone’s mind is that here is yet another ‘Chinese’ smartphone maker here to peddle mediocre products with negligible after sales support. When the company invited us to visit its manufacturing facilities, we jumped on the opportunity to see what actually goes on behind the scenes. However that is a story for another day as today we’ll check out Gionee’s upcoming flagship product. Continue reading “Gionee Elife E6 Hands On”

Samsung to offer BBM in Samsung App Store on Galaxy devices in Africa

Samsung today announced its plans to offer BBM on its self branded application store that comes pre-installed on its Galaxy range of Android devices. The move will start off first in Africa which is still a heavy user of BBM services. We expect the application to be available on their app store in other territories as well.

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HTC Fetch BL A100 Navigation Tag spotted on Clove UK

HTC Fetch has been rumored for a while as an upcoming accessory by the Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer. The accessory has now shown up at UK based retailer, Clove’s website alongside a small image that gives us a few clues as to what it might be.

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HTC Desire 600 Dual SIM Review

The HTC Desire 600 is the Taiwanese company’s play in the dual SIM handset segment of the market. The Android 4.1 based handset combines the design philosophy behind devices like the HTC Butterfly, One and combines it with mid range specifications to create a value proposition. Does it succeed in making a case for itself ? Read on our review to find out.

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Samsung offers heavy discount as part of Friendship Day offer

To cash in on the popularity of Friendship Day amongst the youth, Samsung is offering a heavy discount on some of its most popular handsets. Starting from August 1st to 31st, the smartphone manufacturer will subsidize the Galaxy S4, Galaxy S Duos, Galaxy Core and Galaxy Mega 5.8 handsets. The discounts are on some of the most popular devices across categories.

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BlackBerry Q5 Review

BlackBerry has tackled the top end of the segment with its flagship Z10, Q10 handsets aimed at the die hard BlackBerry user and CEOs alike. However bringing the masses on to its next generation platform is what will help raise the bottom lines. The Canadian smartphone manufacturer has worked hard to scale down and bring a very similar experience to a smaller and more affordable handset. With an improved keyboard and a design that harks back to the BlackBerry Curves of yore, could the Q5 be exactly what the doctor ordered? Read on to find out. Continue reading “BlackBerry Q5 Review”