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Leak: Alcatel’s first Windows Phone handset, allegedly runs WP 7.8

Windows Phone 8 is set to officially launch on October 29th. Every Windows Phone that’s currently on the market will sadly not be able to upgrade to the new version of the OS, but Microsoft doesn’t want to alienate those people, so they’re going to launch Windows Phone 7.8. Don’t be fooled though, it’s basically Windows Phone 7.5, but with the new ability to have small, medium, and large tiles. In other words, it’s the old version of the OS, but with a slightly new theme. Continue reading “Leak: Alcatel’s first Windows Phone handset, allegedly runs WP 7.8”

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 OTA update brings Multiscreen feature

Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for the Galaxy Note 2 that brings Multiscreen feature. This feature was supposed to come pre-loaded, but it started rolling out only through a Over the Air (OTA) update. The Multiscreen feature was first introduced in the Galaxy Note 10.1 (Note 800) that makes multitasking easy by running the apps side-by-side. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Note 2 OTA update brings Multiscreen feature”

Leak: Nokia Atlas for Verizon Wireless (warning: it’s hideous)

Microsoft’s Windows Phone 8 operating system is due to launch on the 29th of October in San Francisco. Devices will start shipping soon after, which means the Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 are still several weeks away. Now when it comes to pricing, different markets have different business models. In many parts of Europe and Asia, people buy their phones unsubsidized, meaning they pay the full price of the device. That makes buying something like the iPhone 5, which sells for about 680 EUR, a very painful proposition. In America however, consumers sign two year contracts in exchange for a substantial discount. Continue reading “Leak: Nokia Atlas for Verizon Wireless (warning: it’s hideous)”

Real Soccer 2013 launched for iPhone and iPad

Gameloft has launched the Real Soccer 2013 for the iPhone and iPad. This version is free to download, similar to the Real Soccer 2012. This offer better experience with realistic graphics and has over 700 motion-capture animations. Continue reading “Real Soccer 2013 launched for iPhone and iPad”

LG E960 images surface, is this the next Nexus?

New images of the LG’s Nexus Smartphone LG-E960 has surfaced online. There are 2 set of pictures, one has a curved design with a rugged back, and other one has a similar design as the LG Optimus G since it has a cover on it. According to these images, both these devices run on Android 4.1.2 with the Linux 3.4 kernel and has the board name Mako. The FCC Id – ZNFE960 on the device matches the one that passed though FCC last week with AT&T bands. Continue reading “LG E960 images surface, is this the next Nexus?”

Samsung Galaxy S III Android 4.1 update starts rolling out in Korea

Samsung has started rolling out the Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) update for the Galaxy S III 3G and LTE versions along with the Galaxy Note in their home ground, Korea. Samsung was the first to offer FroYo and Gingerbread update in Korea, but the Jelly Bean update for the S III started rolling out in Poland and other European countries last month. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S III Android 4.1 update starts rolling out in Korea”

Rumor: Android 4.2 to be released in a few days as an incremental update for Jelly Bean

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.

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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”

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”

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.

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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”

snapp! location-based social app launched for Android and iPhone

sensewhere, world leader in hyper-local and indoor positioning has launched a new app called snapp! for Android and iPhone. This app lets you keep in touch with your social networks and friends anywhere. It uses GPS and Wi-Fi signals to determine your whereabouts using dynamic and intelligent database algorithms that makes the app work even in indoors and in urban areas.

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