When Tim Cook announced the iOS 8, it was apparent that the company will be gunning for a new platform. It will not just be a platform that offers more improved features than the iOS 7. While beta versions may not seem to offer much design changes, there are several features which will definitely entice a lot of users into updating to the platform.
The excitement sparked by the fast-approaching iPhone 6 release date this 2014 prompted many analysts to declare this early that Apple has another blockbuster in the making with the next iPhone refresh.
UBS gave Apple Tim Cook a nod of approval especially for advocating for the iOS being a platform that can be accessed "everywhere." The nod of approval also supports the company's recent financial quarter posting great numbers. Apple has outperformed predictions of analysts as opposed to its opponent, Samsung, who fell short of expectations. Can Apple and Tim Cook sustain the positive reception and performance at the end of the year? Can Apple's iPhone 6 be the game changer or deal b...
Samsung always gave Apple and other tech giants a run for their money. The company has been selling most of its products well throughout the years but nothing is stable in the tech industry. Recent financial reports say that Samsung missed its profit target with smartphone sales suffering a decline. Can Samsung turn it the other way around or will Apple get ahead of it?
Apple's iPhone 6 forecasts and expectations narrowed the details to two primary things: there will be two variants (4.7 and 5.5-inch) and they will feature sapphire screens. The latter may not be true anymore as analysts look at the performance and situation of sapphire raw materials. The unchanged status or condition of its prices and demands may mean Apple opting out on the material just before iPhone 6's release. What will happen to Apple's much anticipated flagship?
“The Internet Of Things” will be the next big thing in tech as big players like Google, Samsung and Apple take an interest over it. The area is supposedly limitless. Everyone has been expressive their interest over the “internet of things.” Giants like Google, Apple and Samsung are right in the middle of it. Connectivity is key. Smartphones, tablets and laptops will not be the only devices wherein tech wars will be waged. Giants will delve into the realms of cars, wristwatches, and even kitch...
Apple just revealed the company's third quarter financial report showing its strong performance beating forecasts. New details about the iPhone 6 may disappoint those on the watch as new evidence suggests that there may not be a sapphire screen this fall.
Samsung's variety of handsets has been a given thus it did not come as a surprise that the Galaxy S5 will be having a spin off. However, as more leaks surface, the supposed Galaxy S5 Prime has also been reported as the Galaxy F and now the Galaxy Alpha. Regardless of what Samsung will eventually call it, recent leaks suggest that it will come with a retina scanner and a 720 display.
The Nexus 5 is Google’s current flagship. Many agree that if people want the genuine Android experience then they should get a Nexus device. For those who already got their hands on the Nexus 5, here are some tips and tricks on how to maximize the unit. There are also some features that users may not have encountered yet which promises to be worthwhile.
New technologies that could greatly enhance and prolong the use of smartphones are being introduced. These devices are supposed to improve battery capacity for longer and more convenient use.
Samsung may be changing its game as the release of the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 will reportedly be just days following its announcement. Traditionally, Samsung announces its devices ahead of their official market release. This time, Samsung is not taking any chances making sure to deliver the Note 4 to shelves right after the big reveal.
Apple's foray into the phablet arena marks one of the company's biggest leaps yet. However, the market may have to wait for a couple of months more as new production problems and forecasts suggest the delayed release. If Apple cannot work around its production, consumers may see the 5.5-inch iPhone in 2015. Not to worry, a recent forecast suggests that despite the hurdles, Apple's stocks will soar in the coming year.
Google will reportedly be releasing its Android 4.5 or 5.0 L platform this fall. Google already provided a preview of what people can expect from the new platform during its Google I/O Conference. According to recent reports, some of the devices first in line to receive the firmware upon official release include Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One M8, Sony Xperia Z2 and Moto X. What can people expect? Can Android L triumph over Apple's iOS 8?
Will Apple sell the iPhone 6 on release date at a lower price point from the previous models as saturation continues to hound the global market with a number of Chinese players eating away significant shares?
Samsung Galaxy S2 users particularly those with T989 units can now update to a T-Mobile Android 4.4.2 Kitkat update. The update is available via a BeanStalk custom ROM. Many noted BeanStalk team's fast work as they released the firmware ahead of the Cyanogenmod team. Users can expect a wide range of improved features from the update. The BeanStalk custom ROM has been compared to some of the more popular updates suggesting that it offers the same standard as other well known providers.
Apple's bid for the high end market intensified as reports about a new 24-karat gold iPhone 6 emerge. According to recent information, Luxury maker Brikk has went ahead of the release posting new pre-order system for the gold and platinum versions of the upcoming flagship. The price tag starts at $4,500. Supply chain sources from Asia also noted that Apple may enter mid-August production as the market continues to be baffled by the actual production and release schedule of the tech giant.
Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE users will be pleased to find out that they can update their devices to both Android 4.4.2 and Android 4.4.4 KitKat. The Android 4.4.4 KitKat update is available via custom ROM whereas the Android 4.4.2 will be released as OTA. Access on the official Android 4.4.2 firmware may be varying as Android and Samsung always release the update in stages. Some users may get early access while others will have to wait for their carriers to issue the software.
The tech industry has been buzzing quite a bit than usual as Apple moves into an acquisition for its iTunes and Beats venture. Samsung has started a hiring spree while Zuckerberg looks into Uber for Facebook.
Google’s Android L has been making waves especially following a peak into what people can expect upon its official release. The material design has also been a major point of interest marking Google’s shift. This time, people can get a taste of the Android L despite missing out on the Android L Developer Preview. The latest update can provide an Android L keyboard experience ahead of time.
The possibility that the upcoming Google Nexus 6 is a hybrid native Android smartphone from Motorola with a massive display panel, likely stretching to 5.9-inch, gained further steam, a new report said.
The iPhone 6 will be the slimmest smartphone ever built by Apple on its release date this 2014 and new reports from Asia seemingly confirmed this plus the high likelihood that the phablet-size 5.5-inch model will start rolling out in December.
The Apple iPhone 6 release date is anticipated in the final quarter of the year. Those planning to upgrade their smartphones are looking into unconfirmed, mostly rumoured specs of the new iPhone. Here are some of the rumoured specs and how it could affect users. Price considerations play into the final decision making process, too.
The Nexus 6 and the Nexus 8 on their release dates will likely run on Android L, which a new report said is centrally designed to improve the overall Google experience on mobile devices.
Apple's hardware cycle not only covers the iPhone 6 but also its existing products like iMacs and MacBooks. According to a recent patent sighting, Apple may be looking into incorporating new liquid sensors to its upcoming line of computers. The technology will introduce a failsafe mechanism that will allow the device to avoid electrical shorts despite liquid contact. Can Apple work on incorporating the technology in time for the October release?
The Pirate Bay has recently released the mobile device-optimised version of the controversial file-sharing site called The Mobile Bay that gives direct and unlimited access to the galore of torrent downloads for smartphone and tablet users worldwide.
September to October period remains one of the most anticipated months of the year especially for Apple's hardware refresh. The tech giant's line of products has traditionally been updated around the same period for years. Apart from the iPhone 6, start of September onwards will also reportedly see the release of the iOS 8, OS X Yosemite and 12-inch Retina MacBook. A new Apple Mac with 4k capabilities is also expected to debut this fall. Will Apple have its biggest year yet?
Apple has yet confirm its iPhone 6 release date plans this 2014 but one analyst is convinced that the tech giant is indeed gearing up for a major makeover of its flagship smartphone plus other devices, owing to the company’s notable spending spike in the third quarter of the year.
Countless leaks have surfaced in the name of the iPhone 6 - the latest of which include a glowing Apple logo for notifications and an all-aluminum back panel. More importantly, the role of sapphire screen as a game changer is explained better with the promise of a September 26 release. Can Apple live up to the hype of the iPhone 6? Will it be the game changer that people hope it will be?
People can expect more from Apple's iPhone 6 as new information suggests the tech giant pushing for mobile payments. More importantly, analysts see the NFC-enabled payments to secure the position of the iPhone 6 possibly cannibalizing the iPad in the process. An analyst also predicts that release of the iPhone 6 to be around September 26 although details are limited if both variants will make an appearance.
Samsung Galaxy S5 users can now introduce a range of improvements to their devices through a new update. The Android 4.4.2 firmware promises to bring camera improvements and bug fixes. The update has started rolling out in Europe since July 23 and should trickle to other regions and carriers soon.
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