Sunday, September 29, 2013

Samsung will reportedly make 30-40% of Apple’s upcoming A8 chip

While the freshly announced, 64-bit CPU toting iPhone 5s is enjoying its time under the spotlight, a report has emerged, potentially shedding light on the production of Apple’s next generation mobile SoC. According to Korean media, Samsung will handle the manufacturing of around 30 and 40% of the upcoming Apple A8 chip which will find a spot in future iOS devices. ...

SFR reveals Android 4.3 schedule for Galaxy S4, S III and Note II

The French carrier SFR has released a roadmap listing the upcoming Android 4.3 updates for the Samsung Galaxy S4, Galaxy S III and Galaxy Note II, as well as the HTC One. Samsung's Galaxy S4 will receive the latest 4.3 Jelly Bean treatment in October, while last year's flagship - the Galaxy S III and Galaxy Note II will get their fix in November or December. ...

BlackBerry sells unlocked Z10 and Q10, Z30 hits the UK

BlackBerry might be in some deep financial trouble and on the verge of being acquired, but it hasn't given up on its phone business yet. As of recently BlackBerry is offering SIM-free versions of the Z10 and Q10 smartphones via its official online BlackBerry store in the USA. There you can get the Z10 unlocked and SIM-free for $449, while the Q10 goes for $549. ...