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A Sneak Peek Into Huawei Ascend P6 Via Released Photo and a Teaser Video

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Slated to hit the shelves in London on June 18, the Ascend P6 is a 4.7-inch smartphone that’s all set for release. Prior to the launch, the firm recently rolled out a teaser video and photo of the device. Publicizing via the social networking site, the company posted an image of the smartphone on Facebook along with a statement by Richard Yu’s, CEO, Huawei. The statement read, ”You know, after using the P6 more and more, I’ve begun to notice how nice the side keys were designed and how good it felt to press them. Their positioning along the edge felt just right and natural. They aren’t protruding out too much so you don’t have to worry about the wrong button being pushed when it’s in your pocket, nor are they too flat that they’re uncomfortable to feel. We were able to find that ‘sweet spot.’” The image posted shows the [+more]

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Samsung Galaxy S5 vs HTC One : The All Metal Body Syndrome

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Samsung never fails to disappoint its users. With every new launch, comes innovativeness. And now with Design 3.0, we hear Samsung is building its next-gen devices with high quality materials and designs. Crafted in an aluminum unibody casing, the Galaxy S5 will be the first device sporting Design 3.0. This device, we believe will roll out in direct competition with other key players including HTC that has designed its flagship device the One in aluminum body. Attractive design, detailed features and quality materials used in the making has made the One a success. HTC, we hear is planning to adopt the same strategy in its upcoming HTC One Mini and HTC One Max. Currently a top selling smartphone maker, Samsung has sold over 10 million units of Galaxy S4 within a month of its launch. However, the device also faced criticism for its plastic body, which Samsung has now fixed [+more]

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Look What We Traced: Snapdragon 800 Chip in Galaxy Note 3 Prototype & Galaxy S4?

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The mystery surrounding Samsung’s latest devices always follows rumors and speculations. The latest to hit the rack is a disclosed image of the Galaxy Note 3 prototype and Galaxy S4 variant that’s shown using a Snapdragon 800 chip. Considering the leaked image, Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Note 3 will roll out with curved corners and a generous screen real estate. Expected to be unveiled at the IFA 2013 in Berlin, the tablet is speculated to sport a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chip or an Exynos eight-core processor. Designed with a generous 5.99-inch Super AMOLED high definition screen, the device will pride in a 13-megapixel rear camera. With Samsung’s casing, the Galaxy Note 3 might run on Android Jelly Bean 4.3. Considering the other Galaxy S4, Samsung recently rolled out the device in variants such as the Google Edition, Active and Mini. However, the Korean manufacturer is now rumored to be in [+more]

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Up For Grabs: Unlocked Version of HTC One for $599.99!

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      Rolling in success, HTC One has been in the market for quite sometime now. In a move that’s surprising, HTC has currently increased the price of unlocked version of its flagship device by $25, making the smartphone available in the HTC Store for $599.99. There is no official word regarding the reason behind this price rise. However, some believe it could be related to match the price of upcoming Nexus edition HTC One, which is slated for June 26 release for $599.99 on Google Play. This issue of price difference could have been avoided if HTC would have decided to retail the Google Edition of its HTC One for $574.99 that’s the price of the regular version. Maybe HTC initiated this move to stay in the same league as the Samsung Galaxy S4 NE, which is expected to cost around $649. However, adding an extra $25 won’t really stop [+more]

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Will 2013 Mark the Way for 2 Variants of the Samsung Galaxy Note 3?

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Samsung never fails to impress. Just few days after the release of the Galaxy S4 Mini, speculations are arising regarding the launch of the Galaxy Note 3 phablet in Q3, anytime between July to September, that too in two different variants. Certain reports indicate that one version of the Note 3 will sport the Exynos 5 octa-core processor and the other will hold the Snapdragon 600. This means that we might see the Galaxy Note 3 at the IFA 2013 in Berlin in August. If true, the Galaxy Note 3 will be pitted against the next-gen iPhone, which is also slated for September release. Designed in a polycarbonate case, the Galaxy Note 3 is expected to have the same design as its predecessor, the Galaxy S4. Sporting a 5.99-inch SAMOLED Full HD Display, the smartphone will boast an Exynos 5 Octa-Core (8-core) processor, Mali 450 (8 cores) GPU and 3GB [+more]

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The U.S. Google Play Store and T-Mobile Now Selling White Nexus 4 for $299 & $349

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Certain reports have now kicked in suggesting the availability of the Google Nexus 4 in white in the market. Pull up your socks and take a stop at the Google Play Store and T-Mobile online and retail stores that are now selling the unlocked version of the device for $299 (8GB) and $349 (16GB). The smartphone will run on AT&T and T-Mobile’s networks. Still unclear regarding certain features, Google claims that the white Nexus 4 is a limited edition device. The device will however, be available for a limited period of time at T-Mobile’s stores. A 16 GB white Nexus 4 can be bought at $19.99 down with 24 equal monthly payments of $17 at the T-Mobile stores. Considering specifications, the Nexus 4 boasts a 4.7-inch WXGA 1280 x 769 True HD display, Android 4.2 and a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro 1.5GHz quad-core processor. It’ll be available with an internal [+more]

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Is Google Working on Nexus Version of HTC One? Is It In Competition With LG Nexus 5?

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Recently in the news were rumors of Google working on a Nexus version of HTC’s flagship smartphone; the One. Now certain reports speculate that the Google Edition HTC One will hit the shelves in exceptionally small numbers. The Taiwanese firm is planning to opt for a limited run because several features on the HTC One are included into HTC Sense 5, the custom skin HTC runs on top of Android, and some of those features will not run on stock Android. However, HTC would also want to double the production process of its own flagship smartphone instead of focusing on the Google Edition. HTC announced selling around 5 million HTC One units since its launch due to delay in the launch and shortage of devices. Currently, the T-Mobile HTC One is available only in selected stores due to unavailability. As per sources, HTC wants a trial run for the Android [+more]

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Google Nexus 4 vs Google Nexus 5: Quite A Striking Smartphone Battle to Witness

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When one rumor hits the web, certain others join in. Certain speculations have kicked in, indicating that Google is all set to launch the white version of its Nexus 4 on June 10. Of lately, more pictures of a white Nexus 4 are swirling around the web, suggesting that the wait might be over. Signifying that the device might hit the shelves anytime soon now, the Nexus 4 looks quite a striking smartphone. Earlier also there were reports regarding the device’s specifications, hinting that the white version of the Nexus 4 will be rolled out with 32GB internal storage. However, contradicting this, Android Police reports that the white Nexus will come in 8GB and 16GB varieties, with no 32GB+ options, at least for now. Launched in November 2012, the Nexus 4 has been a popular and stylish smartphone that’s available only in black color. Now, there have been certain images [+more]

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Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Samsung Galaxy S4 : The Predecessor out at Amazon for a Low $0.01!

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Samsung is apparently stepping ahead in the smartphone race as we hear that the Korean manufacturer is offering the Sprint Samsung Galaxy S3 at a very low price. Few months ago, Amazon offered the Galaxy S3 for $49.99. However, with the success of S4, the story is a bit different now. Popular and stylish, the Sprint Samsung Galaxy S3 is now up for grabs at Amazon at a small price of $0.01 with a new contract of 2 years. Certain reports indicate that Samsung is testing an Android 4.2.2 update for the S3, which will bring the device up to date with some of the best and popular features found on the Galaxy S4. Some of these features include the updated lock screen with new widgets and unlock effects with ripples and light animations. The device will also come loaded with updated S-Voice. Features like voice control will give users [+more]

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The HTC One vs Samsung Galaxy S4: Who is The Real Hero?

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Touted as one of the most stylish and beautiful device, the HTC One has made the firm pop up again in the world of smartphones. Recent reports suggest that the Taiwanese firm is now planning to give a Nexus treatment to its flagship device- the HTC One. This means that we will soon see a Google edition of the HTC One with the stock Android operating system. The news followed Google’s decision to start the sale of Samsung Galaxy S4 with stock Android. Preparing to be rolled out this summer in the United States, the Google Edition HTC One will come out along with Samsung’s Galaxy S4. There’s a reported time frame of next two weeks for the release. However, details whether the smartphone will be put on the market via Google Play just like the Samsung Galaxy S4 or through any other means is still unknown. It will be [+more]

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