Everyone is excited about the next Nexus and also the next version of Android. Rumors are going around that the next Nexus will be announced with a new version of Android, maybe 4.2. But according to software versions spotted on server logs show that that Android 4.2 will be coming out sooner than expected, within about two weeks and it might be an incremental update for Jelly bean and not Key-Lime Pie as we were expecting it to be.
Nokia Transport v2.3 Beta for Lumia brings transport mode and POI icons, improved search and more
Nokia has released a new update for the Nokia Transport app for the Lumia Windows Phone devices in the Beta Labs. The version 2.3 update brings glanceable icons for transport mode and Points of Interest, easy access to previous destinations, improved search and more. Continue reading “Nokia Transport v2.3 Beta for Lumia brings transport mode and POI icons, improved search and more”
Intex Aqua 4.0 Review
Intex launched the Aqua 4.0 Dual SIM Android phone in August. This is a entry-level smartphone that comes with a 3.5-inch (480×320 pixels) 256k color capacitive touch screen display. It is powered by a 800 MHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor and runs on Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread). Let’s get it into the detailed review. Continue reading “Intex Aqua 4.0 Review”
HTC Q3 net profits slip 79 percent
HTC announced today that its third quarter profits declined by 79 percent and missed forecasts. The reasoning given is that its flagship devices haven’t been able to match the Apple iPhone and Samsung’s Galaxy series of smartphones. Its July-September net profit was reported at T$ 3.9 billion down from T$18.68 billion in the same quarter last year.
BlackBerry Games: Pinball Deluxe, Scramble Master and more for BlackBerry Smartphones and PlayBook
Here are some interesting games for your BlackBerry Smartphones and the PlayBook. These games would lighten up your mood and the addiction is too hard to get rid of. Check out the list of games below. Continue reading “BlackBerry Games: Pinball Deluxe, Scramble Master and more for BlackBerry Smartphones and PlayBook”
Apple Lightning to Micro USB Adapter for iPhone 5
You can actually charge the iPhone 5 with a regular micro USB wall charger provided you purchase the Lightning to Micro USB accessory from Apple which is sold only in Europe currently. This adapter works only with the new iPhone 5 , iPod nano and the iPod Touch which use the new Lightning connector.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 2 vs Apple iPhone 5 Compared on Video
Here is a comparison between the latest and greatest Android phone from Samsung and the latest and greatest iPhone from Apple. FoneArena puts the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 next to the Apple iPhone 5. Both are interesting devices. The Galaxy Note 2 has been launched in several countries including India whereas the iPhone 5 has been launched in few countries is expected to come to India soon.
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Nokia Lumia 610 new software update to bring improved system and camera performance
Nokia has announced that they would roll out a new software update for the Lumia 610. The Nokia Lumia 610 was announced at MWC 2012 and it was launched in India in July. While all are waiting for the Windows Phone 7.8 update, this new update would bring improved system performance, camera performance and would improve the overall usability of the device. Continue reading “Nokia Lumia 610 new software update to bring improved system and camera performance”
Nissan NSC-2015 self parking and security technology using Galaxy S III demoed at CEATEC
We all know that Google has been working on a self driving car, but while kids are using their Android devices to drive miniature cars, Nissan has been trying to replicate it with the NSC 2015. Think of a future where you reach your office and get out of the car and press a button on your phone to park the car and the car automatically parks it. Now that will save us a lot of time and also make our lives easy.
Lava XOLO X900 Android 4.0 update starts rolling out
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) update is now available for Lava XOLO X900. The first Intel Medfield-powered phone was launched in August for Rs. 22,000, but it got a price cut to Rs.17500 last week. We reviewed the device in May when it was running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbead), now the ICS update brings several features including a new UI, faster browser, new lockscreen with face unlock, new camera UI, better compatibility for apps and games and more. Continue reading “Lava XOLO X900 Android 4.0 update starts rolling out”
Snapseed for Android coming soon?
Remember Snapseed? An application in competition with Instagram which was exclusive only to iOS devices until Google bought it. Looks like Google has been working hard on bringing Snapseed to Android as Vic Gundotra just uploaded an image to his Google+ profile using Snapseed.
AT&T reduces device return policy to 14 days
AT&T has updated its device return policy and from October 7th on wards, customers have to return the device within 14 days.
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S Huawei Ascend Y100 now available in India for Rs. 5990
Huawei has launched the Y100, their new entry-level Android smartphone in India in partnership with Spice, hence it called S Huawei Y100. It has a 2.8-inch (320 × 240 pixels) TFT Capacitave touch screen display and runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). It is powered by a 800MHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and has a 3.2MP fixed-focus camera at the back. The Huawei Ascend Y100 was announced back in May for select countries. Huawei launched the Ascend G300 and Y200 in India back in July. Continue reading “S Huawei Ascend Y100 now available in India for Rs. 5990”
Senior Marketing executive leaves Nokia, Lumia 920 debacle to blame?
According to a report from Reuters, a senior smartphone executive who held an important position in the smartphones division, has left the company. Ilari Nurmi was the Vice President of product marketing before he left the company, and he made Reuters aware of his departure through an email to them.
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LG Nexus smartphone detailed specs surface, to be announced late October?
There were several rumors about the Google’s next Nexus Smartphone for the past few days. Earlier rumors from Android and Me suggested that the next Google Nexus smartphone would be LG Optimus based, but it would look similar to the Galaxy Nexus. Now detailed specs of the upcoming Nexus device has been leaked by MoDaCo. According to them, the LG’s Nexus has not been named yet, but some of the specs would be similar to the Optimus G, LG’s latest flagship smartphone that was launched in Korea for 999,900 Korean Won (~US$900) last month. It would not come with a expandable memory slot, instead it would come in 8GB and 16GB variants, similar to the Nexus 7 and would feature an 8MP rear camera instead of 13MP camera. The lack of features might be due to cost cutting measure from Google since the Galaxy Nexus smartphone is now available for just $349 in the U.S. Continue reading “LG Nexus smartphone detailed specs surface, to be announced late October?”