Articles by Anu Passary
Apple Adds To Its iPod Nano Line-Up: New Features On Board Nano 7
Apple unveiled its new iPod nano 7, along with the iPod touch, at its press event in San Francisco on Sept. 12. The iPod nano 7 packs in a host of new features. Here's a look at the latest iDevice's specs and other details.
Google's Android Racks Up 500 Million Global Activations
Google's Director of Product Management for Android, Hugo Barra, announced that 500 million Android-powered devices have been activated worldwide.
Free Apps To Account For 89% Mobile Downloads In 2012, Reports Gartner
"The best things in life are free" goes the adage and a recent research conducted by Gartner, Inc. shows that free apps will account for nearly 89 percent of the total mobile app downloads in 2012.
iPhone 5 May Boost U.S. GDP by 0.5%, Says J.P. Morgan
The hotly-anticipated iPhone 5 is likely to launch on Sept. 12, and the smartphone's sales could significantly impact not only Apple's fortunes, but the entire U.S. economy.
iPhone 5 Rumors Run Riot: Event Décor Hints At Taller Screen
With Apple's eagerly anticipated Sept. 12 event just a few hours away, palpable excitement surrounds the expected iPhone 5 launch. With everything that Apple does (or does not) subject to scrutiny, the Cupertino-based company's venue décor is the latest fodder for speculation. iFans and tech experts are of the opinion that the décor hints at a taller iPhone 5 screen.
No FCC Sales Approval For Amazon's 8.9-inch Kindle Fire HD And Kindle Fire 4G Tablets
Amazon may be flying high after its Kindle Fire tablet launches, which touted state-of-the-art wireless technology, but the e-retailer has a chink in its armor. The high-end 8.9-inch Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire 4G tablets have yet to get sales approval from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
A Celebrity, Not Tim Cook, To Unveil The iPhone 5, Predicts Analyst
With the Apple press event only a day away, analysts are scrutinizing every detail. The latest prediction may take many iFans by surprise.
After AT&T And Sprint, Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Heading To Verizon
Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 2, its follow-up to the original Note, at the IFA in Berlin last month. Rumors have suggested that the hotly-anticipated Note 2 phablet will be heading to major U.S. carriers like AT&T and Sprint. Recently, a leaked screenshot has surfaced, suggesting that the Samsung phablet is also headed for Verizon Wireless.
iPhone 4S vs. iPhone 5 Spec Shootout: Can Apple Retain Its Midas Touch?
Apple is known for its Midas touch and iconic devices. With the most valuable company in the world expected to debut its next-gen smartphone on Sept. 12, iFans and tech gurus will be waiting to see if the purported iPhone 5 can outshine its predecessor iPhone 4S.
Nexus 7 vs. Kindle Fire HD 7: Battle Of The 7-inch Tablets
With major players unleashing a slew of budget-friendly devices to capture consumer interest, the tablet space is becoming increasingly competitive. Both Google and Amazon are established names in the 7-inch entry-level tablet market and command a decent share with their Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire offerings.
Kindle Fire HD 8.9 and Kindle Fire HD 7: Amazon's Dual Challenge to Apple's iPad
The clash of the tablet titans is intensifying. On Sept. 6, the world's biggest e-retailer, Amazon, unveiled the new Kindle Fire HD in two sizes: Kindle Fire HD 8.9 and Kindle Fire HD 7. It also announced an upgraded version of its current Kindle Fire offering.
Original Kindle Fire vs. New Kindle Fire HD 7: Wait Or Buy?
With Amazon launching a slew of new tablets on Sept. 6, the million-dollar question is whether the new 7-inch Kindle Fire HD can better the original Kindle Fire's success. Here is a look at how the two tablets measure up against each other.
Apple To Offer Exclusive iPhone 5 Accessories: Dock Connector Adapter And New USB Cable
Rumors have abounded about a smaller dock connector for Apple's iPhone 5, leading iFans to wonder if their existing iAccesories will become obsolete. Speculations have focused on the possibility that Apple may offer an adapter to counter this issue, and a recent leak seems to confirm the same.
HTC To Launch 7-Inch Flyer 2 Tablet With Jelly Bean
The tablet wars seem to be intensifying as players like Google, Apple, and Amazon up the ante with a range of new 7-inch devices. Taiwan-based HTC is now looking to challenge rivals with its Android-powered Flyer 2 tablet offering.
HTC To Disclose "What's Next" In Press Event On Sept. 19: Phablet And Windows Phone 8 Launches?
Taiwan-based HTC is following in Apple's footsteps and has sent out invites to its press conference, scheduled for Sept. 19 in New York City.
Lumia 820 vs. Lumia 920 Spec Shootout: Nokia's Double Whammy
With Finnish smartphone maker Nokia announcing two new Windows Phone 8 devices, Lumia 820 and Lumia 920, fans are in for a double treat.
Popstar Leaks iPhone 5: Taller, Thinner, With Aluminum Backplate
The build-up to the iPhone 5 Sept.12 alleged debut is awash with leaks. Jimmy Lin, a Taiwanese popstar turned race car driver, has spilled the beans on the next-generation Apple smartphone.
iPad Mini Details Leaked: Slimmer Design, Smaller Dock Connector, And Revamped Speakers
With Apple sending out invites for a Sept. 12 event in San Francisco, it seems that the rumors of an upcoming iPhone 5 iPad Mini launch may hold true. Multiple reports have pointed to an October launch for the iPad Mini and indicated a smaller 7.85-inch screen. Recently, images of the iPad Mini's die cast have surfaced, courtesy Giga.de, and point to a redesigned dock connector and slimmer design.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Trounces iPhone 4S, Becomes Top-Selling U.S. Smartphone
Samsung's flagship device, the Galaxy S3, has wrested the top smartphone mantle away from Apple's iPhone 4S to become top-selling U.S. smartphone in August.
Android-Powered Smartphones Dominate European Markets, Suggests Report
"Android continues to dominate the European market in the build up to the iPhone 5 release, increasing its share by 20.2% in the past year," said Dominic Sunnebo, global consumer insight director at Kantar Worldpanel ComTech.
Apple iPhone 5 Prototype Revealed At IFA 2012?
The Sept. 12 launch of Apple's new iPhone 5 is only a few weeks away and as the impending launch date nears, rumors, leaks, and mockups of the smartphone seem to be surfacing by the dozen. A new hands-on video, courtesy of GSM Israel, shows a fully-assembled iPhone 5 in all its glory.
Top 3 Phablet Launches In The Anvil: Galaxy Note 2, LG Intuition, And HTC's Mystery Device
With Samsung unveiling its much-touted Galaxy Note 2 and LG expected to roll out its Optimus Vu internationally in September, the "phablet" market seems to be on an upswing, and HTC is not far behind in the phablet race. The grapevine has been abuzz with rumors of a mystery HTC device - codenamed HTC6435LVW - which is likely to be a 5-inch phablet.
New A6 Chip Spotted In Leaked iPhone 5 Parts
The rumored Sept. 12 iPhone 5 debut is around the corner, but rumors are still surfacing. iFans have been treated to speculations that have scrutinized everything from the iPhone's 5 parts, the USB cable, the Nano-SIM, the fully-assembled parts, and even the packaging. Conjectures about the processor have finally made it to the list.
Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G LTE Leaked, Hitting Shelves In September
Leaks suggest that Korean tech giant Samsung is looking to add to its Galaxy family. Leaked features and specifications of Samsung's new mid-range Android-powered Galaxy Victory 4G LTE have surfaced on the Internet, fueling speculations that the smartphone will be launched very soon.
Mystery 5-inch HTC Android Phone Photo Leaked: September Debut On The Cards
Earlier in August, rumors abounded that HTC was reportedly working on a 5-inch smartphone slated for a September or October rollout. Recently, images of the purported device have surfaced on the Internet, fueling speculations that the Taiwan-based HTC is preparing to release the rumored rival to the Samsung Galaxy S3.
Sony Xperia T vs. Sony Xperia S: The Better Buy?
Sony's Xperia line-up is synonymous with refinement and new designs. Earlier this year, following its split with Ericsson, Sony launched its flagship Xperia S smartphone at the CES. In the post-Ericsson era, Sony has added to its Xperia family by unveiling the high-end Xperia T at the IFA 2012 in Berlin. The Xperia T aims at taking on devices like Samsung's S3 and Apple's impending iPhone 5, staking its claim in the smartphone market and challenging the established players.
IFA 2012 Newbies: Samsung Galaxy Note 2 and HTC Desire X
The IFA 2012 has unleashed a bevy of high-end devices into a highly-competitive smartphone market. The latest offerings from two rival tech giants - the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 and HTC Desire X - have announced their arrival with a bang and are set to conquer the smartphone market.
