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After HTC HD2, Nokia N9 sees Android Jelly Bean 4.1 Port
In recent news, the legendary Windows Mobile handset HTC HD2 was hacked to run Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and most of the functions worked properly. This time, Nokia N9 is the device to receive the Jelly Bean treat.
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iPhone 5: Verizon Hints Fall Debut of World's First Phone with In-cell Display
Rumors that Apple will be integrating in-cell technology in its next-generation iPhone first surfaced back in April via Digitimes. Now, however, such rumors have taken a significant boost after the well-respected Wall Street Journal reported the same thing, citing "people familiar with the matter." What's more, Verizon is hinting a fall debut of the world's first smartphone with the in-cell technology.
iPhone 4S vs. Samsung Galaxy S3 - Does Apple Stand a Chance?
Samsung Galaxy S3 is creating a huge buzz. The smartphone has become a favorite of many and has created a monopoly in the market. Seeing the promising success of Galaxy S3, the insecurities of Apple are brewing and the iOS giant could have been prompted to launch its next iPhone, dubbed iPhone 5, even earlier than the scheduled time.
Smartphones to Get Gesture Recognition: Accidental Karate Chops from Phone Wielding Pedestrians Set to Explode
If you can't get enough of flailing your arms at your T.V. screen to control the action in your favorite Kinect or PlayStation Move game, you should be pretty excited to know that you'll soon be able to do the same on the smaller screen of your smartphone.
iPhone 5 Release Date: Nano-SIM Confirmed, Verizon Hints Q4 (Possibly October) Debut
Apple's iPhone is the most selling electronics gadget worldwide. The iPhone 5 frenzy is hitting an all-time high with European carriers stockpiling nano-SIM cards (the new standard to be featured in the future smartphones) in advance, ahead of the launch. According to Verizon, the iPhone 5 is expected to release in Q4.
Android 4.1 Jelly Bean for HTC One S, One XL in Works
Android manufacturers are often slow adopters when it comes to updating respective smartphones to the newest operating system versions. However, it appears that the oft-repeated mode will not haunt smartphones this time as HTC is reportedly working on the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update for the mid-range HTC One S and the super-sized One XL.
Windows Phone 8 Could Launch November, Not Alongside Windows 8: The Details
The release date for Windows 8, Microsoft's next-generation version of the long-running operating system is now known to be October 26. The company hasn't revealed a release date for its next-generation mobile operating system, Windows Phone 8, but sources speaking to technology website ZDNet said the release could happen during October.
CyanogenMod for Samsung Galaxy S3 and Android 4.1 Jelly Available: How to Download and Install
Looking to get the latest version of Android, 4.1 Jelly Bean onto the Samsung Galaxy S3, but don't want to wait for Samsung's official update? Pay attention, because below are the instructions on installing CyanogenMod 10 (CM10) for the Galaxy S3, courtesy Android Authority.
iPhone 5 Features: Rumors Claim Prototype with 1GB RAM, NFC and 4G LTE Being Tested
Samsung has released its 2012 flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S3, in the market. Now it's Apple's turn to throw the ace of cards and retain the market shares. However, a new design alone isn't enough for Apple to record a win in the smartphone battle. Reportedly, the iPhone 5 packs better hardware features including 1GB RAM, 4G LTE, and NFC, and will debut this fall.
iPhone 5 Rumors: Patent Granted for Mini Dock Connector, will iPeripherals Become Obsolete?
Rumor has it that one of the major changes in next generation iPhone is the size of dock connector. Working on the same track, U.S. Patent department granted Apple with a patent for a mini dock connector implying that the existing iPeripherals may soon be obsolete.
iPhone 5: Leaked Cases Point Towards Larger, Yet Familiar, Design
The iPhone 5 will reportedly feature a 4-inch screen, consequently making the phone taller. Apple is apparently going to retain the current iPhone 4S form factor, aside from the increased display size, and the rumors seem further legitimized through cases for the form factor. Some rumors have pointed towards Apple widening the phone with a 4-inch screen, similar to the Galaxy Note.
How Nokia Nailed iPhone, iPad Concepts in the 90s, but Walked Away
Once the undisputed king of the mobile market, Nokia is now seeing its shares drop and its customers flee to the competition, including Apple’s popular iPhone. The Finnish company has been struggling for years to come up with a true competitor to the mighty iPhone, and the most ironic part is that Nokia had what it took, but thought it was not good enough.
Q2 2012 Nokia Losses Announced, More Windows Phone Devices Coming?
Nokia reported more losses just moments ago, covering the second quarter, as the company continues to struggle despite partnering with Microsoft to develop Windows Phones. Earlier in 2012, Nokia lost its numero uno status in the smartphone world to Samsung.
