Google Android One phones reportedly launching in the U.S. in Q2 2017

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Google launched Android One program in India back in 2014 partnering with several smartphone players to launch affordable phones running stock Android in the emerging markets. Even though Google continues to release some mid-range Android One phones in markets like Spain and Africa, we haven’t seen any new phones in India for more than a year. Continue reading “Google Android One phones reportedly launching in the U.S. in Q2 2017”

Samsung Galaxy S8 rumored to be unveiled on March 29, launch late April starting at $849

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Samsung was expected to introduce its flagship Galaxy S8 smartphone at the Mobile World Congress 2017 on 26th February and launch it this March. Now the same tipster Ricciolo has posted on Twitter that the flagship smartphone is ready to be presented at the MWC next month, but it will not be showcased to the public. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy S8 rumored to be unveiled on March 29, launch late April starting at $849”

Nokia 8 with 5.7-inch QHD Super AMOLED display, Snapdragon 835, 6GB RAM, 24MP camera surfaces

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Nokia at the CES 2017 last week reportedly showed off a new smartphone prototype codenamed Supreme, which could be introduced as Nokia 8 at the MWC in Barcelona next month. According to a report, the phone is expected come in two versions, one with a Snapdragon 835 processor, 6GB RAM and a 24-megapixel rear camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) along with EIS 3.0, while the other version would come with a Snapdragon 821 processor, 4GB RAM and an unkown rear camera. Continue reading “Nokia 8 with 5.7-inch QHD Super AMOLED display, Snapdragon 835, 6GB RAM, 24MP camera surfaces”

Samsung could introduce foldable smartphone/tablet hybrid in Q3 2017

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Earlier this week two foldable smartphones – Galaxy X1, Galaxy X1 Plus with model numbers -SM-X9000 and SM-X9050 surfaced in China. Now a new report from South Korea says that the Samsung is expected to release more than 100,000 units of these devices in Q3 2017.
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Xiaomi Mi 6 tipped to come with dual curved display, 4000mAh battery

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Xiaomi is reportedly working on Mi 6, successor of the Mi 5. A new leak has revealed that the Mi 6 will come in two variants – one with dual curved display and other with a flat screen display. The Xiaomi Mi 6 could have 4G of RAM and a flat screen display, while the Mi 6 Pro could have 6GB of RAM and a curved display. It looks like Xiaomi is taking cue from Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge.
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HTC One X10 could be announced in Q1 2017

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HTC is all set to introduce One X10 this quarter as the successor of One X9 that was introduced back in December 2015, according to @evleaks. According to the rumor, the phone will come with a 5.5-inch 1080p display, similar to the predecessor, but this is said to be powered by MediaTek Helio P10 processor, similar to the Desire 10 Pro. Continue reading “HTC One X10 could be announced in Q1 2017”

Asus X00GD with 5.2-inch display, 4850mAh battery gets certified in China

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An unknown Asus smartphone code named X00GD has been received certification at TENAA. As per the listings, the X00GD is expected to run on Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box, which makes this as a first smartphone to ship with Nougat from Asus lineup. Continue reading “Asus X00GD with 5.2-inch display, 4850mAh battery gets certified in China”

LG G6 renders show non-modular design, could come in glossy and matte finishes

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Earlier this week a render of the LG G6 that hinted at a design similar to that of LG G5, but without a modular design and ‘Friends’ modular accessories. Now more renders of the smartphone have surfaced that shows dual camera setup and a fingerprint sensor below it. It is rumored to pack a 5.3-inch Quad HD display and powered by Snapdragon 835 SoC. Continue reading “LG G6 renders show non-modular design, could come in glossy and matte finishes”

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X with Snapdragon 653, 4GB RAM surfaces

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Xiaomi introduced Redmi Note 4 with Deca-Core Helio X20 SoC in China back in August this year. We also reviewed the smartphone recently. The company is expected to introduce a Snapdragon version of the smartphone in India soon, now the Redmi Note 4X with Snapdragon 653 SoC and 4GB of RAM in China. Continue reading “Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X with Snapdragon 653, 4GB RAM surfaces”

HMD global reportedly planning to launch four Nokia-branded smartphones in Q2 and Q3 2017

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HMD Global recently confirmed that it will introduce new smartphones at the MWC 2017 that is scheduled between February 27th and March 2nd in Barcelona. Now a new report is saying that it will introduce four more models in the second and third quarters of 2017. Continue reading “HMD global reportedly planning to launch four Nokia-branded smartphones in Q2 and Q3 2017”

Nokia D1C, E1 surface in live images

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Nokia is making a comeback next year with two new Android phones. We have already seen renders of the Nokia D1C smartphone earlier this month and now we have a blurry live image of the phone. Along with D1C, Nokia E1 Android smartphone has also surfaced in live images.

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Samsung Galaxy C5 Pro and Galaxy C7 Pro with 1080p AMOLED display, 4GB RAM get certified

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Few months back there we reports that Samsung is working on Galaxy C5 Pro (SM-C5010) and Galaxy C7 Pro (SM-C7010) smartphones. The Galaxy C7 Pro surfaced on AnTuTu and Geekbench listings, now the Galaxy C7 Pro along with the Galaxy C5 Pro have been certified by TENAA in China. However some specs like the processor and camera details are not available for the C5 Pro, but these phones are expected share similar specifications. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy C5 Pro and Galaxy C7 Pro with 1080p AMOLED display, 4GB RAM get certified”

Xiaomi Mi S with 4.6-inch 1080p display, Snapdragon 821, 4GB RAM surfaces

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Xiaomi is reportedly working on Mi S, a smaller version of the Mi 5S that was introduced recently. This is said to pack almost similar internals such as Snapdragon 821 SoC, 4GB RAM, 12MP rear camera with Sony IMX378 sensor, 4MP front-facing camera and 128GB of internal storage, but this will have a smaller 4.6-inch 1080p display with 478 PPI pixel density and a smaller 2600mAh built-in battery. Continue reading “Xiaomi Mi S with 4.6-inch 1080p display, Snapdragon 821, 4GB RAM surfaces”

Apple reportedly in talks with Indian Government to manufacture locally

Apple is discussing  its plans to manufacturing its products in India with government officials, according to a latest report from The Wall Street Journal. The report also says that in a letter to the government last month, the company outlined its plans and sought financial incentives to move ahead.

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Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge with 5-inch HD display, Snapdragon 430, 2GB RAM surfaces

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Samsung is all set to introduce Galaxy J3 Emerge, a variant of Galaxy J3 (2017) smartphone that would head to Sprint, Virgin Mobile and Boost Mobile starting January 6th, according to @evleaks. Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) with the model number SM-J327P surfaced recently, but we had only few specifications, now we have most of the specifications of the phone. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy J3 Emerge with 5-inch HD display, Snapdragon 430, 2GB RAM surfaces”