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Google Nexus 8 Release Imminent but Delayed Due to New Nexus 7 Stocks

Sundar Pichai speaks about wearables during at the Google I/O developers conference on June 25, 2014
The Nexus 8 has gained quite the attention following several sightings including one on a developer site listing it as Volantis. Hopefuls may have to stretch their patience even more as Google confirms restocking the Nexus 7. This may mean that the Nexus 8 release will be held off until the company has sold out the ideal number of Nexus 7 devices.
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A woman holds her new Apple iPhone 5S after buying it at an Apple Store at Tokyo's Ginza shopping district

iPhone 6 New Release Date and Design Dodged by CEO as T-Mobile Goes Beyond 50M Subscribers

The last fiscal results for some of the biggest names in tech are in with T-Mobile posting strong performance for its second quarter. The company, however, remains mum about the upcoming iPhone 6 and its release. According to the company's latest record, the wireless provider has acquired additional 1.5 million subscribers. This puts the total number of subscribers to 50 million with T-Mobile earning $7.2 billion in revenues and $391 million in profit.
The Apple logo is pictured at a retail store in the Marina neighborhood in San Francisco, California

iPhone 6 New Information From Leaked Image

Rumours and speculations about iPhone 6 spread like wildfire on the internet, and yet another image has been leaked. Sources still continues to crack out more information about the most awaited smartphone this 2014 - the iPhone 6.
Microsoft to Windows 8.1

Important Things to Know About Windows Phone 8.1

Microsoft's Window Phone made it to headlines because of Cortna - the company's rendition of a personal digital assistant. Cortana is only available in the US to date. Nonetheless, there are several features of the Windows 8.1 which users may find interesting and useful.
Samsung Smart Wearable Devices Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo, Gear Fit

Upcoming Features Of Samsung Galaxy Alpha

Samsung Galaxy Alpha has been making the news recently especially following reports that it will take the place of the reported Galaxy F/Galaxy S5 Prime. The device will launch on August 4 against previous claims of an August 13 launch. More importantly, latest leaks provide more details about the device including a 4.8-inch display with 720x1280 pixels.
The Apple logo Is Pictured Inside The Newly Opened Omotesando Apple Store

Left 4 Dead, Minecraft and Half-Life 2: Top Games to Try on Your Mac

Macs are not the first choice of device for gaming among people. In fact, gamers often try to stay away from Apple units as. Nonetheless, this does not mean that the computer series is not fit for gaming. There are several apps that people should try playing on the Mac to appreciate its functionality.
Attendees Play A Check-In Game To Win Prizes By Tapping Their NFC-Enabled Android Smartphones

Upcoming Features of Moto X+1

Motorola has been trying out the smartphone waters with several releases under its belt like. It appears the company wants to explore its smartphone potential further with another device called the Moto X+1. The device will succeed the Moto X series. The latest leak shows the device in its "near-final prototype" giving people an insight on what to expect upon its release.
Pinchai Speaks During His Keynote Address at the Google I/O Developers Conference in San Francisco

Jupiter Jump, Paperrama and Blackwell among Top Addicting and Gorgeous Apps

Apps have become a crucial part of people's lives. Its value has been comparable to smartphones and other mobile devices as these units rely on such platforms to execute most of their tasks. On some occasions, people come across something so addicting it makes them hard to put their phones down. Here are some of the top apps that have got people poring over their devices for longer periods.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Departs The Stage Following His Keynote Address

Apple's Tim Cook Earns a Nod and Praise: Here's Why

Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, is receiving praise and admiration for being a visionary and “thinking big.” UBS, a world-renowned investment firm went as much as advising Wall Street to be bullish on Apple. They even predicted a higher price target for Apple at $115 because they feel that the company will gain strength in its performance and enter a profitable product cycle soon.
Samsung Smart Wearable Devices Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo, Gear Fit

Samsung Galaxy S5 a Downer for Samsung as Phone Sales Slumps: What Happened

Samsung Electronics Co. of South Korea is experiencing a sales slump amidst tough competition from Apple and rivals from China. Aside from fending off numerous rivals to maintain enough market share, additional woes are being experienced by Samsung due to the strength of its local currency. Also, a weaker-than-expected sales of the Samsung Galaxy S5 is not helping Samsung’s cause.
A Samsung Gear Live Smartwatch is Displayed at the Google I/O Developers Conference in San Francisco

How Samsung is Coping Up with Declining Sales

Samsung Electronics Co., the tech Giant from South Korea is experiencing an earning slump. For the first time in almost three years, net profit declined. One big reason for this is the lower than expected smartphone sales due to mismanagement of inventory and stiff market competition. Apple and Chinese manufacturers are among its rivals. The improvement of value of their local currency also affected the profitability margins of Samsung.
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Why Apple's Mac Sold Despite Declining PC Value

Statistical data indicates that there has been a decline in PC sales in recent years. Companies like Lenovo, Dell and even Sony have been affected by the recent slump. The decrease is apparently attributed to the success of smartphones and tablets in duplicating the tasks of a regular PC. In other words, what can be done by a PC can also be done using smartphones with the bonus of mobility.
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Why Beats Acquisition Can Change the Game for Apple Employees

After weeks of speculation and innuendoes, Apple has officially announced the $3 billion acquisition of Beats. With this acquisition, Apple stands to gain in three aspects: the paid online streaming services that beats is know for, the headphone business and the entry of Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre. So, it definitely looks like Beats’ co-founders Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine come with the package. However, not all of the company’s employees will be as fortunate. Reports state that lay-offs have alre...
Samsung Smart Wearable Devices Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo, Gear Fit

What Has Samsung Been Up to: Going Against Apple and Its iPhone 6

There are many players in the Smartphone industry. Battling it out at the top, and going head to head with innovative ideas are Apple and Samsung. It is believed that Samsung fears being reduced to become just one of those smaller-margin merchants like HTC, LG and the likes. Samsung wants to take the offensive to maintain its leadership status in the large-screen smartphone arena.
Satya Nadella, Microsoft Corp chief executive, attends the unveil event of the new Microsoft Surface Pro 3 in New York

How Microsoft and IBM Get Ahead of Amazon: Cloud is the Future

For years, Amazon.com has been the uncontested leader in the Cloud infrastructure. While this has become an extremely valuable asset in the strengthening of Amazon, reports suggest that there are two major players aggressively trying to surge ahead of Amazon. These two companies are Microsoft and IBM.
A woman holds her new Apple iPhone 5S after buying it at an Apple Store at Tokyo's Ginza shopping district

The Future of Unlocked Handsets: Why It May be Possible to Switch Carriers Easily Soon

Under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, it is illegal for user to unlock their cellphones in the United States of America. Now, the US House of Representatives has reversed that supposed mistake by approving the unlocking of cellphones. Since US President Obama is said to be eager to sign the law, the people may soon opt to take whatever network provider they wish to transact with. This overturn was done due to the massive petition, which encased 100,000 signatures.
A Samsung Gear Live Smartwatch is Displayed at the Google I/O Developers Conference in San Francisco

Samsung Galaxy Devices Android 4.4.4 KitKat Update Delayed Due to Testing Setbacks

Samsung Galaxy owners always may have to wait for the release of Android updates as platforms go through testing. Often, the release to Galaxy devices is delayed because manufacturers and carriers have to test the firmware against their current settings and offerings. Whereas reports of the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update roll out happening surface, recent information suggests that some users may have to wait longer.

Samsung Galaxy S6 Release Imminent, Concept and Killer Features to Expect

Samsung Galaxy S6 may be slated for a 2015 release but this has not stopped predictions from springing up. In fact, as early as this month, concepts about the Samsung Galaxy S6 have been released. As the market waits for the actual flagship to come, what can people expect in the future? Will Samsung be able to live up to expectations or compete in the same level the iPhone 6 has been placed?
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Google Android and Apple iPhone to Drive Economic Revolution, Apple Defies IDC with More Mac Sales than Forecast

The digital age opened up countless opportunities for companies to explore. More importantly, those that were able to target the digital needs of the people accurately have boomed throughout the years. Google, Samsung and Apple are all considered big players in tech. These companies have introduced and encouraged trends. Like everything in the tech market, nothing is constant. As these companies make their shift, they will also shape the future global economies. There are several reasons why.
A woman holds her new Apple iPhone 5S after buying it at an Apple Store at Tokyo's Ginza shopping district

iPhone 6 New Release to Come with Solar Display for Wireless Charging and Better Battery life

Apple's iPhone 6 continue to confuse the market with its upcoming features. Previously, predictions established that the device will come with a sapphire display but the remains debatable with current market conditions. Nonetheless, a recent Apple investment also suggests that the company may be planning on including solar power capabilities on the iPhone 6 - problem is this may have require sapphire material. What does the future of the iPhone 6 spell?

LG G2 Android 4.4.4 KitKat Guide: When to Hit Your Region and How to Install

LG G2 user will be pleased to find out that the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update is coming their way. Major US carriers like Sprint, Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile have all been reportedly been preparing for the roll out of the update to their G2s. For those who do not wish to wait for the notification or official access to the firmware, manual installation is always an option.
Samsung Smart Wearable Devices Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo, Gear Fit

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Early Release Date due to Poor S5 Sales to Compete with iPhone 6

Samsung and Apple's rivalry will continue this September as both companies rally up production to release their respective handsets. Apple will be releasing its iPhone 6 flagship while Samsung will launch is Galaxy Note 4. According to recent information, Samsung may be gearing up for an earlier September release in hopes of filtering and attracting potential iPhone customers.

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