How many text messages does it take to hack your GSM phone? Just two, according to Karsten Nohl of Security Research Labs, due to poor code implementation and configuration akin to just about any computing system. That said, your phone is a potential tool to steal your identity.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Android 4.3 new features aren’t groundbreaking, but still welcome improvements
If you’ve been waiting for the 5.0 release of Android, then wait even further. What was unveiled by Google this week was only an incremental update, which itself arrived longer than expected, to Jelly Bean. At 4.3, the latest version retains the current dessert moniker, so there’s no Key Lime Pie for us to enjoy […]
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Cherry Mobile Cosmos Z Preview, Specs, Price
In case you missed it, Cherry Mobile recently launched the Cosmos series, consisting of four premium handsets. Of the four, the Cherry Mobile Cosmos Z is probably the one to look out for because it is the first locally branded phone to sport a Full HD screen.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
New Nexus 7 unveiled: big boost in specs for a small price increase
Google has taken the wraps off the new Nexus 7. It’s got the same screen size as the old model, but it packs more punch by touting better pixel density, LTE connectivity, and the latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.
Posted inAudio, Hands-on
NewKube MP3 Player Hands-on Review
NewKube is one of the smallest mp3 players I’ve seen in a while. It’s quite simple with its odd box shaped design and while that’s catchy, it does have some drawbacks. Check out our hands-on review of NewKube after the jump.
Posted inAndroid, Apps/Games/Softwares
Rockchip Electronics touts windowed multitasking for Android OS
As a Microsoft Windows power user, one thing I sorely miss from that operating system while I go tinkering about in my Android device is windowed multitasking. Sure, my Samsung Galaxy Note 2 offers a vertical and flexible split-screen feature for multitasking, but very few apps are supported by this feature. The same predicament also […]
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Cherry Mobile Cosmos Series Line-up: Z, S, X, X2
Cherry Mobile just announced four new android phones in the Cosmos series. Almost all of them offer high-end specifications and the icing are the Full HD and Super AMOLED display. How’s that for a deal? Check out the specs after the break.
Posted inTech News, Windows Phone
Nokia Lumia 625: Windows phablet with 4.7-inch display, LTE
Nokia released on Monday a teaser, promising something big and orange that’s coming and to be revealed the next day. That orange thing turns out to be the Nokia Lumia 625, the Finnish company’s largest Windows Phone-powered handset yet that also supports 4G LTE.
Posted inSmartphones, Tech News
Ubuntu seeks $32 million crowdfund for Edge smartphone project
Canonical has dreamt big by combining the desktop computer with the smartphone into a single platform. In order to find out if there’s really a demand for their Ubuntu Edge “superphone,” the company is appealing directly to the masses, asking for $32 million crowdfund to build 40,000 units.
Posted inAndroid, Tech News
Motorola X: Release Date, Leaked Press Release Photos, Specs
The first flagship device to hail from Motorola Mobility ever since the company was acquired by Google, Motorola X is the answer of both companies to challenge the myriad of smartphones made by Apple and Samsung.
Posted inCameras, Photography, Tech News
Sony Lens Camera Clip-on Accessory for Smartphones Being Rumored
As phone manufacturers continue to try and one-up their competition, it appears that the fight has been taken to the imaging side of things. We’ve already seen HTC’s UltraPixel Camera, Samsung’s Galaxy S4 Zoom and the Nokia Lumia 1020, however, it appears that Sony has something in the works that could blow away everything we’ve […]
Posted inAndroid, Hands-on
SKK Mobile Phoenix Hands-on Review
There are only a number of tablets by local brands in the market right now that’s in the form of a “Foneblet”. Typical tablets are the norm but there are people who prefer to carry only one device when they’re out–and that means they want to do call and text on a tablet.
Posted iniOS, Tech Rumors
Comparison shots of iPhone 5 and alleged plastic/budget variant leaked
Rumors and constant releases of alleged images never stop when it comes to upcoming smartphones, especially when the device being talked about is the next Apple iPhone. That said, we have here photos of what seems to be the low-cost phone designed by the Cupertino company, taken right next to the official iPhone 5.
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HTC One Mini: 4.3-inch HD Display, UltraPixel camera, with Premium Flagship Design
There’s no doubt that the HTC One is well-regarded by many, but some just think the Taiwanese company’s flagship device is too big. Now, at least, these naysayers have a smaller variant to satisfy their need.
Posted inApps/Games/Softwares
[New Games] Bounty Arms and The Walking Dead: Assault
Ah, weekends. If you have so much time tomorrow, then do check these recently launched games and see if they can help kill some of the boring moments. Hit the break to know more about these games.