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Samsung has started rolling out the Android 4.4 KitKat for Samsung Galaxy Note 3. However, Samsung remains tight lipped about its process of rolling out. Galaxy Note 3 users in different regions have to wait for official announcement and other reports to check if they can upgrade already. Understanding how the Android 4.4 KitKat works including the roll-out should help guide Galaxy Note 3 owners on what do to and wait for.

Android has been gaining a massive loyal following throughout the years. Fortunately, the operating system has also gone through several updates offering better user experience and less fragmentation among devices. However, Google most often only introduces its new OS through flagship devices. Other device owners from third party manufacturers will have to wait for the roll-out to experience the update. Fortunately, for LG device owners, the company will be releasing the Android 4.4 KitKat updat...

Samsung Galaxy S5 will be the next smartphone offering from Samsung. As the market continues to wait for the announcement and final release, the Korean tech giant has also been putting out phablets for the past few months.

Quarter surveys from analysts have indicated Apple's iPhone 5s showed strong sales during the holidays and improved supply levels for all colors. Analysts added the upcoming launch of the TD-LTE iPhone with China Mobile Ltd. can improve by March for the flagship phone.

Despite the spotlight on Samsung's Galaxy S5, the market has been buzzing about Apple's iPhone 6. Apple's iPhone 5s has been successful. Many wonder if the company can replicate the same success despite competition.

The Samsung Galaxy S5 has been making waves with some sources claiming that it may be the most powerful smartphone around once release. Recent reports suggest that the Galaxy S5 will be leaving its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S4 in the dust. This is saying a lot given Samsung Galaxy S4 is considered to be one of the most powerful of its kind to date. What does Samsung Galaxy S5 deliver? Will it really surpass the S4 in terms of power and overall functionality?

As the Samsung Galaxy S5 makes headlines, recent reports said the Korean flagship phone will also come with Galaxy S5 Mini and S5 Zoom.

Sony has been stepping up its smartphone options beginning the year with Sony Xperia Z1s. The device features a 20MP camera. The device is exclusive to T-Mobile at the moment. Other features include waterproof capabilities, 5-inch 1080p and faster processor. For users looking for a fast phone for gaming or multimedia playback then Z1S can be a great choice. With the release ahead of Samsung’s Galaxy S5 and Apple’s iPhone 6, can Sony gain a good lead?

Samsung Galaxy S4 users who wish to work with Android 4.4.2 no longer have to wait for the official release in their regions. SamMobile just posted an Android 4.4.2 leak which S4 users can use to update their devices. Specifically, Samsung Galaxy S4 (GT-I9505) users can use the Android 4.4.2 test firmware I9505XXUFNA1 for their update.

Samsung Galaxy S2 owners specifically those owning I9100 can now update their devices to Android 4.4.2 KitKat. Thanks to the XDA developer team, the Android 4.4.2 KitKat Paranoid Android ROM update for Samsung Galaxy S2 has been released. Specifically, the update from XDA developer nims11 offers a range of custom features including a hybrid UI. Updating to Android 4.4.3 requires S2 users to following certain steps.

Samsung Galaxy S5 has kept the market buzzing. The new flagship phone from Samsung reportedly will appear during the Mobile World Congress in February. It will hit stores around March or April similar to the release of Samsung Galaxy S5. Apart from the eye-tracking and iris scanner features for inclusion, there are also reports that Samsung may include head tracking and other gesture controls in the S5.

Samsung Galaxy Note 3 owners who wish to work with Android 4.4.2 KitKat can now do so. Following the Android 4.4.2 leak for Samsung Galaxy S4, SamMobile uploaded a test version of the Android 4.4.2 update for the Galaxy Note 3. The build number of the update is KOT49H.N9005XXUENA6. The firmware reportedly was a part of the final test builds for the Note.

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 users can now upgrade to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean officially. They can now access the Over-the-Air or OTA update through Samsung KIES manual download or through their handset’s system. However, for user who did not receive the notification or cannot access the update via the Samsung KIES, can choose manual download and installation. The following sections provide a step-by-step guide.

HTC has started competing in the “smart” market. It began releasing products challenging some of the biggest names in the industry including Samsung and Apple. Similar to other manufacturers, the company will also be rolling out another major update to its devices, the Android 4.4.2 KitKat. Nonetheless, according to a recognised HTC modder, the market will see more from HTC including devices running on Android 4.5 and Android 5.0.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean has not been confirmed yet for Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini. Thanks to the CyandogenMod team, device owners can still upgrade to Android 4.3 with or without official release. The CyanogenMod 10.2 ROM offers the updated OS short of the bloatware found in the official version.

Apple and Samsung’s rivalry continues as both companies prepare for the release of their flagship phones. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (LON:BC94) (KRX:005930) will be releasing their iPhone 6 and Samsung Galaxy S5, respectively. According to recent information, the Samsung Galaxy S5 will arrive sooner around March or April, the while iPhone 6 will hit the market in November. With the two tech giants releasing new phones, the question is now which smartphone will de...

Samsung has been creating headlines for a couple of weeks, especially with its upcoming releases. Aside from the Samsung Galaxy S5, there have been reports about the Samsung Galaxy Note Lite. According to recent information, the reported Samsung Galaxy Note Lite will be called the Samsung Galaxy Neo. It will be a more affordable and lower end version of the Note 3. What should people expect?

Developing Android Apps require debugging a local device. Although connecting the device via USB will give users access to the stored files on the device, this will not allow the app to be deployed. Learning how to debug a device like Nexus 5 can help people access a range of their applications more freely.

With the Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2, it seems the Korean tech giant wants the market to realize that bigger is better. The whopping 12.2-inch tablet is not as big on the display but it also offers a wide range of functionality. Samsung created a device that aims to convince people that they can always work better with their applications with bigger screens. Is the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 any better?

Samsung Galaxy S5 remains one of the most awaited devices for 2014. According to recent reports, Samsung will announce the product officially during the Mobile World Congress in Spain while the release will be around mid-March/April. With the amount of information circling the internet, it is best to roundup what people can expect from Samsung so far. What will the Samsung Galaxy S5 deliver?

Samsung Galaxy S2 users can now experience the Android 4.4.2 update through a new custom firmware. The Android 4.4.2 SuperNexus 4.0 ROM gives Galaxy S2 users another option to update their devices. The firmware came from the XDA team, specifically a user named Faryaab.

While Google may have released the Android 4.4 KitKat update some time back, manufacturers take their time to adopt the update. Such devices receive Android 4.4 KitKat depending on their manufacturer and model type. Often, international versions can be updated manually ahead of the OTA through custom ROMs. This time, Samsung Galaxy S4 I9505 unit owners can now update to Android 4.4.2 KitKat Google Edition ROM.

Samsung Electronics Co. will be releasing their next handset, the Samsung Galaxy S5 in April. Recent reports say the official announcement of the product will be during the Mobile World Congress with store release in April. Recent information about the next flagship device also say the Samsung tapped into iris scanning technology offering a new feature to go against Apple’s TouchID on the iPhone 5s.

Samsung’s Galaxy S5 has been creating quite the buzz for a few weeks now. According to previous reports, the Korean tech giant will release its next flagship phone around the first quarter of 2014. New information says that the announcement will be during the Mobile World Congress, but the actual release will be in April. The early release got some analysts convinced that Samsung wants to be ahead of the pack, leading Apple before its iPhone 6 release.

Samsung released the largest Samsung Galaxy Tab, finally, during the CES 2014. Despite the size options of the product line, Samsung assures users that it can address their professional needs just as efficiently. Among the products introduced, Samsung’s Tab Pro 12.2 became the center of attention. It did not just dwarf other similar products but some analysts agree it has some impressive features. Can the Tab Pro 12.2 take over Apple’s iPad Air?

When Asus says it is a Transformer, it is quite literally a Transformer. In 2013, the tech giant started releasing a range of multi-functional Transformer devices. This time, it steps up a notch offering the Transformer Book Duet TD300 with a dual-boot system. Yes, the devices runs on both Windows 8.1 and Android 4.1. With a hybrid OS and Asus’ proven track record in the tablet market, can it really challenge Apple’s iPad Air?

Samsung Galaxy S3 owners may now install the Android 4.3 update. Following the release of the I9300XXUGML2 firmware under the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Update, Samsung Galaxy S3 owners now have another chance to upgrade their units. Android 4.3 now comes to the international version of the Samsung Galaxy S3.

Samsung Galaxy S4 remains one of the most powerful smartphones. The Google Nexus 5 came out with the first Android 4.4 KitKat update as Samsung Galaxy S4 owners were able to update to Android 4.4 KitKat eventually. However, the newest OS like other updates released have several problems. Fortunately, there are third-party providers of quick fixes and solutions.

Samsung Galaxy S5 has been gaining attention as reports surface of its February release. Analysts predict Samsung to release their next flagship phone around February during the Mobile World Congress in Spain. While the Korean tech giant has not confirmed final details about the device, notorious tipster @evleaks gives a peak of the Android Home Screen interface of the Samsung Galaxy S5.