Articles by Anu Passary
Samsung's Smartphone Sales Double Of Apple In Q3 2012
Both Galaxy S3 and iPhone 5 have contributed to the overall smartphone sales for their respective companies, Samsung and Apple, but per an International Data Corporation (IDC) report, Samsung sold nearly two times as many smartphones units when compared to Apple.
Galaxy Note 2 To Launch In Canada On Oct. 30 For $649.99 (Contract Free)
On Oct. 24, Samsung officially released its Galaxy Note 2 phablet in the U.S. on five major carriers. Now, Canadian cellular carrier Rogers is expected to bring the Galaxy Note 2 to Canada for $649.99 without a contract.
Galaxy S3 Mini vs. Lumia 510: New 4-Inch Devices On The Block
Samsung recently launched its Galaxy S3 Mini in October and is looking to capture the smaller smartphone sector with its 4-inch offering. Nokia too released its budget friendly Lumia 510 in October, which will head to the Asian and South American markets.
GTA: Vice City To Release On Select Android And iOS Devices
Video game developer Rockstar Games announced via its blog that it will release a special "Anniversary Edition" of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for select iOS and Android devices this fall.
Samsung To Launch Foldable Touchscreen Device In 2013?
Samsung is working on a foldable touchscreen device to add to its Galaxy portfolio of devices, which the company will likely launch in 2013, indicate reports. According to TechJailBreak, the device "Galaxy Q" will be Android-powered and is listed on GLBenchmark as "GT-B9150."
Samsung Posts Record Q3 Profit Of $7.4 Billion
Boosted by strong sales of its Galaxy portfolio of phones, Samsung Electronics posted a fourth straight record Q3 2012 profit of $7.4 billion, helping the current smartphone market leader widen its lead over rivals.
Galaxy Note 2 Up For Pre-Order: Which Carrier Will You Choose?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 will be available on five major U.S. carriers - Sprint, T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, and U.S. Cellular.
Flipboard Android App Gets Audio
On Wednesday, Oct. 24, Flipboard launched an update to its Android app, which will enable Android smartphone users to get audio support. The app will also enable users to connect their SoundCloud account so that audio can be shared with others.
Sprint Rolls Out Galaxy S3 Jelly Bean Update In U.S.
Samsung recently announced that the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for the U.S. carrier versions of its Galaxy S3 smartphone would be pushed out in the "coming months." Now, U.S. carrier Sprint has confirmed that the Galaxy S3 Jelly Bean update would be rolled out to its users from Thursday, Oct. 25.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Jelly Bean Update Available For Unlocked Phones
Samsung has started rolling out the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for unlocked Galaxy S3 handsets in the UK, per reports.
Samsung Updates TecTile App For Its NFC Enabled Devices
Keeping abreast with the latest technology developments, many smartphone manufacturers are adding Near Field Communication (NFC) feature to their devices. Now, Samsung has improved its TecTile application to version 3.0 for the company's NFC-enabled devices.
T-Mobile Announces Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 Availability
U.S. carrier T-Mobile released its Galaxy Note 2 tablet on Oct. 24 and per reports, is on track to add to its Galaxy line-up of devices from Samsung. According to reports, the carrier has confirmed that it will release the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 tablet in the "coming weeks."
Samsung Galaxy Note Gets Leaked Android Jelly Bean Dump
Samsung released its Android Jelly Bean-powered Galaxy Note 2 phablet in the U.S. market on Oct. 24; however, users of the original Galaxy Note are still awaiting the update. Now, per reports, a leaked dump of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean for the Galaxy Note has surfaced online for download.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 vs. iPad mini: Clash Of The 7-inch Tablets
The iPad mini is set to give competition to existing 7-inch devices, including Samsung's Galaxy Tab 2 7.0, which launched in February this year.
Samsung Galaxy Premier Leaked Again, To Be Called Galaxy Superior
Rumors and benchmark leaks for Samsung's purported Galaxy Premier seem to be gathering momentum. Last week, a benchmarking test surfaced in China which divulged the likely specification details of the Galaxy Premier, and now the device has popped up again at GLBenchmark as Galaxy Superior.
Galaxy S3 Mini To Hit The U.K. Shelves In November, Pricing Revealed
Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini, a smaller version of the hugely successful Galaxy S3, is expected to hit the U.K. shelves in November, per reports.
T-Mobile To Launch Galaxy Note 2 On Oct. 24, AT&T On Nov. 9
Samsung is all set to officially launch its Galaxy Note 2 phablet in the U.S. at a press event on Wednesday, Oct. 24 in New York City. Earlier, the Korean company had revealed that five major U.S. carriers - Sprint, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, and U.S. Cellular - would get the Galaxy Note 2.
Android Smartphone Apps Vulnerable To Data Theft: Indicates Research
Android users may be at risk of exposing their personal information to third parties as thousands of Android-based apps fail to encrypt data in transit, indicates a recent research.
Top 3 Must Have Travel Apps For Smartphones
Here's a look at the top 3 must have apps for smartphone that will assist users in their travels.
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 vs. Asus Padfone 2: Specs Shootout
The Galaxy Note 2 hit the UK shelves on Oct. 1 and Samsung is slated to release its highly anticipated phablet in the U.S. on Oct. 24.
Samsung Galaxy S3 vs. HTC J Butterfly: Specs Shootout
Here is a look at how the two high-end smartphones - the Samsung Galaxy S3 and the HTC J Butterfly - measure up against each other.
Samsung Nexus 10, Android 4.2, and LG Nexus 4 To Debut At Google Event?
A new report indicates that Google will unveil both new hardware and software at its Oct. 29 event, slated to be held in New York City.
Best Buy Taking Pre-Orders For $99.99 HTC 8X And $149.99 Nokia Lumia 920
U.S. retailer Best Buy has started accepting pre-orders for Microsoft's Windows Phone 8-powered smartphones - Nokia's Lumia 920 and HTC 8X - from Sunday, Oct. 21.
Verizon's 5-inch HTC DLX Leaked
HTC unveiled its J Butterfly smartphone for Japan last week, giving consumers a peek into the 5-inch device. Now, per reports, the Taiwan-based smartphone maker is set to launch a new North American flagship phone on carrier Verizon.
Apple Opens Biggest Store In Asia
On Saturday, Oct. 20, the most valuable company in the world, Apple, opened its third retail store in Beijing, China. The store is the company's largest in Asia and is located in the Wangfujing commercial shopping district.
Galaxy S3 Mini Vs. Lumia 920: Specs Shootout
Samsung recently announced its Galaxy S3 Mini, adding to its growing portfolio of smartphones and the Galaxy family of devices. Nokia too launched its Lumia 920 in September and with both the smartphones slated for a November release, it is anybody's guess which device will strike a chord with the consumers.
Galaxy Note 2: Top 3 S Pen Tips And Tricks
Samsung's hugely successful phablet Galaxy Note 2 released in the UK on Oct.1 and will hit the U.S. shelves on Oct. 24. The 5.5-inch Note 2 packs in high-end features and specifications and Samsung asserts that it is "the ultimate smartphone for on-the-go creativity".
