It wasn't very long ago that Samsung announced their plans to cut back their smartphone line-up --this time, it's Sony doing the same thing. Where once it seemed like Sony was on top of the tech world and could do no wrong, now they are struggling to carve out a competitive piece of the mobile market. Reducing their smartphone lineup by as much as 30% should help return … [Read more...] about Sony Cuts Back Smartphone Lineup
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LG Starting to Gain in Battle for Android Market Share
According to the latest statistics released by Chitika, the LG user base has exhibited the greatest usage share growth as compared to any of the competing Android brands since June 2014. With a 1.7 percentage point gain and representing over 10% of the total North American smartphone and tablet Web traffic, LG should be counted as a significant player in the mobile … [Read more...] about LG Starting to Gain in Battle for Android Market Share
Google Nexus 6 Set to to Rival iPhone 6, Galaxy Note 4
It is with great enthusiasm that Google released their next generation Nexus 6 smartphone yesterday. Being labelled the next in a line of phablets, the Nexus 6 is a very large mobile device that straddles the line between smartphone and tablets. Packed with features, the Nexus 6 promises to stand up proudly against the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Apple's iPhone 6 Plus. Design … [Read more...] about Google Nexus 6 Set to to Rival iPhone 6, Galaxy Note 4
Apple Keynote Cues Launch of iPhone 6 and 6 Plus
And so begins the longest 10 days of my life (at least so far this month). Bringing an end to dueling industry expectations, Apple has announced the release of two new versions of the iPhone: the 4.7-inch iPhone 6, and the 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus. The screen size may be dimensionally larger, but both models are delightfully thinner than previous versions of the iPhone (coming … [Read more...] about Apple Keynote Cues Launch of iPhone 6 and 6 Plus
BlackBerry Joins September Event Schedule
First thing tomorrow morning, September 3, Samsung will unveil their Galaxy Note 4 (their flagship 5.7" behemoth smartphone). Microsoft is set to discuss the Lumia 730 smartphone on September 4. The following day on September 5, Motorola will give us all the details on their Moto 360 smartwatch as well as the successors to the Moto X and G. Not long afterward, Apple will launch … [Read more...] about BlackBerry Joins September Event Schedule
Amazon Fire Phone A Resounding Failure
Amazon's Fire Phone has only been available since July, but usually the hype and excitement makes the initial launch of a new smartphone the most profitable sales period. Unfortunately for Amazon, that doesn't appear to be the case for their device. While Amazon doesn't release sales figures of their own (famously), analysts are able to draw their own conclusions by examining … [Read more...] about Amazon Fire Phone A Resounding Failure
Huawei Deems Tizen Doomed and Windows Phone Unprofitable
While it may be a name unfamiliar to many in North America, Huawei Technology Co. is quickly becoming a threat to Samsung as the world's biggest smartphone manufacturer. Based in China, the company is seeing rapid growth as they market their smartphones to emerging markets in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. While their business began by supplying networking … [Read more...] about Huawei Deems Tizen Doomed and Windows Phone Unprofitable
BlackBerry Roadmap Hints at Product Timelines
Despite our best estimates, BlackBerry has survived in the mobile world far longer than expected --which is fortunate for fans of the brand. We heard recently that there are new smartphones headed our way, including the unusual looking Passport (with a large, boxy style, and full QWERTY keyboard). It wasn't until now though, that we learned exactly when we can expect them to … [Read more...] about BlackBerry Roadmap Hints at Product Timelines
T-Mobile Device Unlock App a Hopeful Sign
Getting a smartphone unlocked has traditionally been a frustrating and tedious process that usually begins with a call to your carrier and ends with either a lengthy support call that involves delving deep into the settings on your device... or more often, a trip in to a store to have it done for you. Thankfully, T-Mobile is pioneering a new way of doing things: self-serve and … [Read more...] about T-Mobile Device Unlock App a Hopeful Sign
Kyocera Sapphire Shield to Rival Corning Gorilla Glass
If rumours can be believed, Apple is set to release a new iPhone this fall --equipped with a durable and resilient synthetic sapphire glass screen. If this fancy new screen performs as expected, Apple may just deliver a scratch- and shatter-resistant phone (leaked videos indicate that torsion force isn't even a problem). Fortunately for Android OEMs, Kyocera has an innovation … [Read more...] about Kyocera Sapphire Shield to Rival Corning Gorilla Glass
Samsung Z Brings Tizen to Smartphones
It may have taken Samsung over 2 years to bring Tizen to market, but the manufacturer wasted no time in following up the launch with a smartphone powered by version 2.2.1 of their own operating system. Similar in specs to the S5 with features like download booster, ultra power-saving mode, heart-rate monitor, and fingerprint sensor, the Samsung Z is only marginally behind that … [Read more...] about Samsung Z Brings Tizen to Smartphones
e-Reading Company Wexler Getting into the Smartphone Game
Traditional e-reader companies have been trying to diversify their portfolios over the course of the last year. Onyx has a great e-ink phone that is in mass production and will likely see a release within the next few months. Wexler, is best known for their Flexx One e-reader, which is the first of its kind to feature a bendable design. The company is branching away from … [Read more...] about e-Reading Company Wexler Getting into the Smartphone Game
Dolby Atmos Surround Sound to Launch on Tablets
Tablets have always been pegged as one of the best devices for personal entertainment, but it’s surprising how many of these offer just ordinary levels of sound quality. The explanation usually stems from lack of adequate space to fit a speaker big enough to offer decent levels of sound. Now, surround sound pioneer Dolby has taken it upon themselves to set things right. The … [Read more...] about Dolby Atmos Surround Sound to Launch on Tablets
e Ink Based Onyx Ink Phone has an April Release Date
Here is another take on the concept of a smartphone offering an e-ink display. The Midia InkPhone made its debut at the CeBIT show with rumors of it being finally ready to hit the streets soon enough. We have been seeing the unique phone design from Chinese manufacturer Onyx for over a year now and it’s really good to see it emerge in its production ready avatar at last. … [Read more...] about e Ink Based Onyx Ink Phone has an April Release Date