All New HTC One processor and battery reportedly outed in specs leak

The phone with a full metal jacket returns March 25 (credit: Roshan Jamkatel) The All New HTC One is coming into focus ahead of its suspected March 25 unveiling, and in addition to the unique dual cameras, we now have a better indication of its internal specs. For example, this follow-up to last year's HTC One is supposed to boast a 2.3 GHz Snapdragon...

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OnePlus One to have 5.5" display, remain smaller than Xperia Z1

OnePlus, a company composed primarily of former Oppo employees, has been fervently trying to get hype for its upcoming One flagship over the past several months. It's marketing the OnePlus One as an ultra-premium smartphone that'll beat many top-brand manufacturers in key areas. The latest bit of teasing involves Pete Lau, the OnePlus founder himself, posting a picture...

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Flappy Bird could soar again, as creator hints it may come home to roost

Flappy Bird's wings were clipped in February The maker of axed smash hit mobile game Flappy Bird has hinted the addictive title could one day return to the App Store, following the self-imposed exile. Developer Dong Nyguyan removed the game last month, seemingly overwhelmed by media attention, accusations of Mario thievery and even guilt over how much time...

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Exclusive: HTC One (2014) detailed specs and sales guide

The HTC All New One (2014), codenamed M8, is getting to be the worst kept secret in recent times. It's been leak after leak, the last one describing why there are two cameras on the back. There was also a lengthy video of it. Now we've got our hands on the complete and detailed specs of the smartphone. We also acquired what appears to be a sales guide depicting the key...

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Best SMS text messaging apps for Android

Don't make do with Google Hangout! Try these apps instead It's all very exciting having the latest version of Android install itself on your mobile, but what happens when it makes changes you don't actually like? That's the situation owners of phones like the Nexus 4 and Nexus 5 found themselves in recently, as Google's exciting new Android 4.4 KitKat release...

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Oppo's Find 7 invites are the coolest

Getting closer to the March 19 launch in Beijing, the official Oppo Find 7 invitations are out. They're pretty interesting and interactive. Oppo is sending out invites in the form of a box with a map to the place of launch, a QR code and a black pyramid stand. The QR code will direct you to a short teasing video that you can only watch after you place your...

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Curved ZTE Grand S ext is company's next flagship

Two renders uploaded on RedDot21 website reveal ZTE's upcoming flagship - the Grand S ext. It has a curved body and should be build using Nano Molding Technology (NMT). The NMT basically injects plastic and metal together in the mold and the end product is easy to cut, cheap to build, lightweight and yet with great quality and durability. ZTE Grand S ext renders ...

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Korean manufacturers petitioning against Nokia-Microsoft deal

Ever since the announcement of the Microsoft-Nokia acquisition, many of us have been wondering what will happen to Nokia, and how will the 10 year licensing period on its patents work? Korean manufacturers are more than a little worried, and have even gone as far as petitioning the FTC over what they feel could be an unfair advantage held by Microsoft after...

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New HTC One leak explains dual cameras, promises 'more depth'

Because one just isn't enough A leaked ad for the all new HTC One has shed some light on why the handset will rock double cameras on the back. The idea behind "HTC Duo Camera" is to let your phone take photos "with more depth", it says. The two lenses allow for better low-light photography, as well as letting you switch the focus of a photo after you've...

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UK Galaxy S4 and Note 3 now getting Android 4.4 KitKat

Samsung has started seeding the Android 4.4 KitKat update for the Galaxy S4 and the Galaxy Note 3 throughout the UK. The update is now available for all unlocked S4 and Note 3 handset, while those bound to a specific carrier will be getting the new firmware very soon. The new Android 4.4 firmware will bring you all KitKat improvements and enhancements (Project Svelte),...

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Samsung Knocks On LG's door with new smartphone unlock idea

Finger prints are not enough Apparently being able to use a fingerprint, password, PIN, face or pattern to unlock a smartphone isn't enough as Samsung has now patented a new method. The patent explains that users will be able to wake up or unlock a phone when the screen is off by drawing a shape with at least one intersection in it. If that sounds familiar...

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Android 4.4 is now rolling out to the Samsung Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3

The Galaxy S4 just got sweeter Good news for Samsung fans - your shiny device is about to get better with a chocolatey dose of Android 4.4.2. The update is rolling out today for unlocked versions of the Samsung Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3, while if you're on Three you may also be getting the update soon, as forum members on Android Central who are on the...

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HTC shares go up amid strong Desire 816 pre-orders

The newly-announced HTC Desire 816 has went on pre-order in China and it appears interest is pretty high. So high, in fact that it sent HTC's shares have up by 3.91%. The device saw around 450 thousand orders in the first three days of the campaign alone and that figure is expected to rise to half a million shortly. Marketed as a mid-range flagship, the phablet has obviously...

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A powerful Samsung Galaxy S5 Neo could be on the way

The Galaxy S5 range could be getting bigger If Samsung's working on the Galaxy S5 Neo it's certainly stayed quiet about it so far, but now we've got some evidence that it could be on the way. A phone with the model number SM-G800F has appeared on Indian import site Zauba and while that letter-number combo doesn't ring any bells, the price difference between...

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EXCLUSIVE: here's why the HTC One 2014 has two cameras

HTC experiments with cameras to set its One phones apart and The All New One will have two cameras but we didn’t know why until now. We have a photo of a Telstra (a big Australian carrier) brochure detailing the phone's feature and confirming the "all new" name. The so-called Duo Camera will allow the user to choose the focus point and create bokeh effects....

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This gold and diamond encrusted iPhone 5 can be yours for $1M

The Alchemist London team proves they have the philosopher's stone by turning an iPhone 5 (not 5s) into gold – a one-off gadget worth $1 million / £600K. The millionaire's gadget takes 5 months of handcrafting to produce and there will be only two of those made. Million dollar iPhone Here's the rundown of precious metal and gems. The bezel, back panel and Home button...

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