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Last time we talked about INQ, they were releasing their social apps to Android Market (now Google Play). Before that, we’ve seen their Cloud Touch smartphone being picked up by few carriers, but the project didn’t succeeded as they planned. So they dumped the hardware business and are rather focusing all the energy on making…
Samsung used CES to introduce a new handset that’ll fit into the company’s entry-level handset lineup. The new Galaxy S II Plus is an upgraded version of the very successful Galaxy S II. The Galaxy S II Plus includes a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, a 4.3-inch WVGA AMOLED Plus display, 8-megapixel rear-facing camera, 2-megapixel front-facing camera,…
Nokia confirmed to GigaOM that its XpressBrowser decrypts HTTPS traffic when these requests pass through their servers from an rom an Asha or Lumia handset. Despite a report pointing out the problems with this practice, Nokia claims there is no need for concern. According to GigaOM, Indian security researcher Gaurang Pandya of Unisys Global Services…
Archos made its presence known at CES today by unveiling its new line of affordable, powerful tablets. Named the Titanium line, Archos is releasing 4 new tablets that offer similar features to some pricier offerings out there. The Titanium line of tablets will come in four varying sizes: 7″, 8″,9.7″ and 10.1″. The naming scheme…
A nice demo is always good to woo potential customers, and that’s exactly what we saw from Liquipel during CES this year. Making smartphones water-safe is a trend we’re beginning to see from many manufacturers today, but if you’re current device doesn’t ship with such a nano coating, then Liquipel might be the perfect solution for you! This year…
Google’s making an interesting and creative move with its Chrome browser for Android and one that I applaud. Just like the version of Chrome for desktop use, Google is adding a separate beta “channel” for Chrome so that users get can early access to new features and performance improvements while being aware of and/or testing…
Of all the devices announced here at CES, the Lenovo K900 remains one of our top picks. The powerful phablet device might not be coming to the states, but it certainly doesn’t mean it hasn’t left an impression. All of the units were locked in meetings, and given time restraints, we took a few shots…
Huawei is kicking off 2013 with a bang, introducing not one, but three high-end handsets at CES this year. Besides the oversized Ascend Mate and the souped-up D2, the Chinese manufacturer also introduced the Ascend W1, the company’s first Windows Phone 8 handset. The most striking feature of the W1 is its colorful, slab design. Available in…
Finally. Asus will begin shipping Nexus 7 docks for the tablet within the next couple of weeks, according to The Verge. We heard about the release of this dock in the US last week. The accessory is expected to be sold for $39.99 in the United States, which is a bargain compared to the £79…
It’s three weeks until RIM unveils its BlackBerry 10 platform and takes the wraps off its first generation handsets. RIM means business and according to a Reuters report, the Canadian handset manufacturer has garnered the interest of Verizon Wireless, AT&T and T-Mobile, all of which confirmed they will be carrying BB10 devices. Unlike other manufacturers which favor…