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Samsung Galaxy S3: Top Three Rivals to Watch Out For
Samsung Galaxy S3 has dominated the smartphone market since its May 29 release. However, with several promising smartphones due for August and September unveiling, S3's dominion may be coming to an end.
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Big Retailers Team Up on Mobile Payments Plan
A group of big retailers that includes Wal-Mart Stores Inc, Target Corp and Japan's 7-Eleven is developing a mobile payment network, adding to the proliferation of options that let consumers pay with smartphones.
Judge Urges Apple, Samsung to Settle Before Verdict
A U.S. judge asked that the chief executives of Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd speak to each other at least once on the phone before a jury begins deliberating next week in the high-stakes patent trial between the two tech companies.
Nokia Sticks with Windows in Smartphone War – Windows Phone 8 Coming Soon
Nokia Chief Executive Stephen Elop said this week that the company is sticking with Microsoft's Windows Phone platform, and promised to unveil a new smartphone using the latest Windows 8 software soon. Nokia's new Windows 8 smartphone may be launched in early September, ahead of rival Apple's expected unveiling of its next-generation iPhone.
iPhone 5 Motherboard Photo Leaked: Real or Fake?
The cascade of iPhone 5 rumors are gathering pace as Apple's next-gen smartphone gets ready for its hypothesized September debut. In the past few weeks iFans have been bombarded with leaked images of the alleged nano-SIM tray, assembled parts, and speculations surrounding the 9-pin dock connector amongst other rumors. Joining the spate of rumors is iPhone 5's motherboard photo leak, as aficionados are left to wonder if the images are authentic or fake.
How Wireless Charging Will Make Life Simpler for Smartphone Users
Using a mobile phone for just making and receiving voice calls is a thing of the past. The mobile phone users are always keen on a device loaded with features. The possibilities that technological advancements bring our way are immense; for instance, imagine a scenario where users find a gadget that re-charges itself without the use of cables and wires.
LG Phablet 'Optimus Vu' to Take on its U.S Rivals
Major players like Samsung, HTC, and Motorola dominate the phablet world. All these companies have an array of devices on offer for their U.S customers. Now, LG is hitting the U.S phablet arena with a vengeance. The company recently announced the launch of its Optimus Vu (for U.S customers), which is expected to hit the shelves soon.
Galaxy Note 2 Launch Approaches As Galaxy Note 10.1 Releases in UK
Samsung confirmed on Twitter that the company's Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet will be released in the UK on August 16. Samsung is probably going to launch the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 during August as well, so consumers are advised to wait until the event finishes before making purchase decisions.
Samsung Galaxy S3 Beats iPhone 5 to Become World's First HD VoLTE Smartphone
Dropped calls and interrupted connections are soon set to fade into oblivion, courtesy Samsung's HD VoLTE technology. On Aug. 9, Samsung confirmed that it will be launching the Voice over Long-Term Evolution (VoLTE) services in the South Korean market in August. Samsung beats rival iPhone 5 in the process and is poised to become the world's first HD VoLTE smartphone.
Sony Gears Up for Playstation Mobile Launch This Fall
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc will roll out its PlayStation Mobile cross-platform gaming service starting this fall, offering application software and other content across devices like the handheld PlayStation Vita and Xperia smartphones and tablets.
At Trial, It's Samsung's Turn to Say Apple Copied
A Samsung Electronics Co Ltd expert witness testified on Tuesday that Apple Inc's iPhone and iPad violate three of Samsung's patents, as the South Korean electronics company went on offense in the third week of a high stakes trial.
Big Retailers to Take to Mobile Payments: WSJ
Big retailers such as Wal-Mart Stores, Target Corp and Japan's 7-Eleven are planning to develop a mobile payment network, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people involved in the initiative.
Nokia Promises New Windows Phone Coming Soon
Nokia Chief Executive Stephen Elop promised to unveil a new smartphone using Microsoft's latest Windows 8 software soon, raising the prospect it will be launched in early September before rival Apple promotes its new iPhone.
