LG working on F600L – A smartphone with Snapdragon 808 and 4GB RAM

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A new benchmark listing shows an LG phone that is powered by a Snapdragon 808 processor and also has 4GB of RAM. The LG G4 flagship is also powered by a Snapdragon 808 processor but only has 3GB of RAM so this device could be the rumoured ‘Plus” variant of the G4.

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Samsung Galaxy J7 Hands On

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After launching the two Galaxy J series devices – the Samsung Galaxy J5 and the Samsung Galaxy J7 – in China last month, Samsung launched the devices in India with slightly different specifications. Here are our hands on impressions about the Galaxy J7. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy J7 Hands On”

Samsung Galaxy J5 Hands On

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Samsung on Thursday launched two new Galaxy J series devices in India – the Samsung Galaxy J5 and the Samsung Galaxy J7. Both devices were recently launched in China last month, but Indian variants feature slightly different specifications. We went hands on with both devices at the launch event in Delhi, and here are our impressions about the Galaxy J5. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy J5 Hands On”

HTC One M8 will receive update to Android M

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While HTC has been facing a lot of issues financially as well as with its product sales, it sure is trying hard to keep its customers happy. Apparently the HTC One M8 is confirmed to receive the update to Android M once it releases.

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UMi teases their upcoming Hammer S smartphone – Will feature a USB Type-C port

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It seems that Chinese manufacturers love the USB Type-C port. After LeTV started the trend, several manufacturers chose to adopt the trend including OnePlus which recently confirmed that the OnePlus 2 will indeed sport a USB Type-C port. Now, its the turn of UMi to feature the port on their upcoming Hammer S smartphone.

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ZTE Blade Qlux 4G Review

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Last month, ZTE launched its most affordable 4G smartphone dubbed the ZTE Blade Qlux 4G in India at Rs. 4,999. Because of its brand value, decent specifications and 4G support at very affordable price, we at FoneArena decided to keep it in our Top 10 list of Android smartphones under Rs. 5,000 as well. But is it worth the money? We find out in our detailed review. Continue reading “ZTE Blade Qlux 4G Review”

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 might be announced on August 12th – Probable launch on August 14th in major markets

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The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is probably the hottest smartphones in the rumour section right now and now we have another bit of information that will add fuel to the fire. Apparently the smartphone is set for an early launch and will be announced on August 12th followed by a release on August 14th in major markets.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 5 said to sport 4GB LPDDR4 RAM

New reports about the specification of the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 have surfaced. A report from SamMobile claims that that the next flagship phone from the company will come with a 4GB LPDDR4 RAM.

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Acer S59 selfie phone shows up on benchmarks – Packs 5″ HD screen, octa-core CPU and 13MP cameras

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A new smartphone from Acer called the S59 has shown up on benchmarks. The device is likely to be a selfie centric phone as it has two 13 Megapixel cameras – one on the back and one on the front.

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Nokia confirms its plan to enter smartphone biz, seeks partner for brand manufacturing

Nokia has officially confirmed that it is entering the smartphone business and it is seeking for a partner. The Finnish smartphone maker will license its brand to a partner that can manufacture and sell phones as well as provide marketing and customer support.

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Mediatek powered HTC D728w appears on TENAA – Should be the upcoming Desire 728

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Another day and yet another handset shows up on Chinese certification agency TENAA. This time is the turn of HTC’s Mediatek powered smartphone codenamed D728w.

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Weekly Roundup: Xolo BLACK, Intel Compute Stick, LG G4 Beat, Asus Pegasus 2 Plus and more

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This week Xolo introduced its first BLACK smartphone with dual rear cameras at an event in Delhi, Intel launched its Compute Stick, a compact PC in India, Micromax launched new budget Bolt series smartphones, LG announced the G4 Beat, Asus showcased Pegasus 2 Plus, the successor of Pegasus. Check out all the launches in India and announcements worldwide from this week. Continue reading “Weekly Roundup: Xolo BLACK, Intel Compute Stick, LG G4 Beat, Asus Pegasus 2 Plus and more”

LG G4 Dual SIM Ceramic White Photo Gallery

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LG launched the G4 Dual SIM phone in India last month for Rs 49,999. We have already seen the unboxing of the phone and now lets take a detailed look at the phone in this photo gallery. Previously we brought you the photo gallery of the single SIM variant of the LG G4 with Brown leather back along with its benchmarks. Continue reading “LG G4 Dual SIM Ceramic White Photo Gallery”

Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus specifications tipped in fresh leak

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Rumours about the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge Plus have been around for a while. Fresh in the lineup is Note 5’s and S6 Edge Plus’s purported specifications claimed to have sourced from an insider. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge Plus specifications tipped in fresh leak”

Xiaomi Mi 5 and Mi 5 Plus specifications surface – Powered by Snapdragon 810 and 820

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The specifications of the upcoming two flagship grade smartphones from Xiaomi; the Mi 5 and Mi 5 Plus have been leaked. As the name suggests, the Plus is a larger and more powerful phablet t while the Mi 5 itself caters to a wider market.

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