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We don’t get to write about China’s Zopo that often. Last time we mentioned them, they were launching the “world’s first true octa-core phone,” and now they’re out with a pair of affordable 3D smartphones. The cheaper of the two, Zopo ZP200+, rocks MediaTek’s dual-core MT6577 processor, 8-megapixel rear and VGA front cameras; while the…
International travelers have long dealt with the hassle of changing networks as they traverse the globe. Having separate phones, changing out SIM cards, or using some of the rare dual-SIM phones are all options. Now a sleek new iPhone case is in the works that could allow travelers to easily switch between SIMs and keep…
If you consider yourself an early adopter and went for the Nexus 5 the second it was launched, you may’ve noticed the device isn’t exactly perfect. In fact, some users complained about “cutting-edge” display frame, protruding SIM tray, as well as noisy and shaky buttons. Google noticed the problem and is now shipping the phone…
The HTC One Max in black has been caught at HTC Hong Kong’s official website, and is pretty much ready for prime time. The device we’ve heard will also get its red version may hit the Western hemisphere soon though unfortunately we don’t know when that will happen exactly. We do think it’s just a…
Android 4.3 updates for the Sony Xperia Z (C6603) and Xperia ZL (C6503) are now ready for download, courtesy of XDA’s member Androxyde. The firmware build 10.4.B.0.569 is now available to anyone who want to cram it to his/her Sony smartphone before the Japanese company officially starts rolling it. Most users should wait for the…
C Spire’s Samsung Galaxy S III is the latest variant to get the Android 4.3 update. As that’s usually the case with Samsung’s hardware, the new software (build number L710WWAMK4) doesn’t just include the platform tweaks; there are other goodies included as well, most notably Galaxy Gear support. That’s right, after you get this update,…
Looks like the Find 7 won’t be the only smartphone Oppo will unveil next year; the Chinese company is also preparing to enter the “Mini” market and launch a smaller version of its popular Find 5 handset. According to Unwired View, this could be a device marked as R827, which has recently got a green…
The recently leaked Oppo R1 has been caught in the wild in a series of photos. As you may remember from our previous post, this will be one awesome mid-range device with both solid specs and great price. According to GizChina, the R1 will rock an 8-megapixel f2.0 camera on the back, making it one…
Indian importation tracking site Zauba.com has caught a new, still unannounced Nokia Lumia device, marked as RM-964. Aside from the fact that it has a 5.2-inch screen, we’re pretty much clueless what this phone is all about. However, judging by its quoted value of INR 34,524 (about $560) – it’s likely a high-end smartphone with…
Video eyewear and smart glass maker Vuzix announced what it says is a “major optical breakthrough that will dramatically improve glasses-based wearable technology.” The new Waveguide optics engine was jointly developed with Nokia, enabling smart eyewear technology capable of fitting into standard glasses frames, as demonstrated by the newly announced Vuzix M2000AR HMD. Waveguide optics…