Sony, along with other tech manufactures, has been working on rolling out the Android 4.4 KitKat on its series of devices. The company has released the Android 4.3 to the Xperia Z lineup in the previous year. Among those include Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR as well as the Xperia Tablet Z. According to recent information, the Android 4.4.2 KitKat will soon complete reaching the same lineup.
Samsung Galaxy S4 users who have updated to the KitKat firmware can also root their devices via XXUGNE5 Android 4.4.2 specifically Galaxy S4 LTE I9505 to XXUGNE5. The latest software XXUGNE5 Android 4.4.2 KitKat offers a number of Samsung Galaxy S5 features to the S4. Users are advised to read up more on rooting before proceeding to the process.
When Google released Android 4.4 KitKat, it took some time before the OS reached as many devices. Likewise, the firmware and its succeeding minor updates have also received mixed reviews especially after reported bugs and problems. Whereas the reported OS bug fixer, Android 4.4.3 update, still remains missing. Another Android update is slowly coming into the spotlight. Android 4.5 Lollipop will reportedly make an appearance during Google’s I/O event. What can people expect?
Apple secured its hold on liquidmetal technology as a Securities and Exchange Commission document filing reveals exclusive rights to the company. Apple extended its exclusive license on the rare metal up to February 2015. This is the second time both Liquidemetal and Apple decided to revise their agreement for an extension. It also appears Apple’s intent on including the metal and technology in its upcoming devices, the iPhone 6 as the first in line.
Among the rumoured killer features of the iPhone 6 on its release date this 2014, a premium music streaming service and a scratch-free housing for the device have emerged this week with near confirmation.
Samsung unleashed the Samsung Galaxy S5 last February. As with other flagship devices, Samsung will reportedly release another variant under the S5 series. The upcoming variant will be a luxury edition of the S5 dubbed as “Galaxy S5 Prime.” At the beginning of May, leaked photos of the device appeared suggesting the device will come with a QHD (2K) resolution display and a metal build. This time, the device appeared on an import website. Will the Samsung Galaxy S5 Prime be a contender against n...
For readers who are considering buying the LG G2 Mini or the Sony Xperia M2, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.
Android 4.4 KitKat has rolled to most devices and now it appears Google and other manufacturers like Samsung are gearing up for another rollout – the Android 4.4.3. The Android 4.4.3’s main purpose will be to address bugs and issues caused by previous Android updates. Aside from its bug fixing nature, new information suggests that Google also plans to introduce some changes in the interface through Android 4.4.3. One of these is a new navigation button.
For readers who are considering buying the HTC One M8 or the Nexus 5, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.
For readers who are considering buying the Samsung Galaxy S5 or the Sony Xperia Z Ultra, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.
Naked 3D scanners, which used to be found only in major international airports, are now in shopping centres in Australia. The use of these devices has raised privacy and security concerns among Aussie shoppers.
American multinational Microsoft recently unveiled the Surface Pro 3 tablet which bravely stated its catch-all premise for tablet and laptop users. However, there are people who might prefer to use Surface Pro as a tablet only. In this case, how does Surface Pro 3 compare with Apple iPad Air?
Taiwanese manufacturer HTC Corporation is set to boost their mobile phone sales with the rumored early release of HTC M8 Ace Vogue on June 3. As the hype builds on with the nearing date, here are five reasons to wait for the new Android smart phone.
Smart phone users will be busy shopping for mobile phones come September for words have been circulating that both Google Nexus 6 and Samsung Galaxy Note 4 will come out in September. So how will one model fare against the other upon their market release in Australia?
For readers who are considering buying the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini or the Nokia Lumia 720, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.
For readers who are considering buying the Huawei Ascend G700 or the Motorola Moto G, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.
There will be only one release date involving a vanilla Android device this 2014, which is for the 8.9-inch Google Nexus 8 tablet, leaving the long-awaited Nexus 6 up in the air.
For readers who are considering buying the Asus Zenfone 6 or the Sony Xperia T2 Ultra, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.
The iPhone 6 release date this 2014 is tentatively set on September 19 as reports from Asia and Europe indicate that preparations for Apple’s biggest event of year has already commenced and will further ramp in the weeks and months ahead.
For readers who are considering buying the Sony Xperia Z2 or the LG G2, here is a specs and price comparison between the two devices in Australia. The comparison could help readers make an informed decision.
Google’s Android 4.4.3 update remains elusive this month. Previously, analysts believe the update will be released earlier this May because of sightings and Sprint’s slip. However, the update is still MIA. Fortunately, more devices running on the Android 4.4.3 OS show up supporting the idea that Google has indeed something planned. The recent sighting shows a Samsung SM-G906A device listed in AnTuTu. What can people expect?
The past few months revolved around whether Apple will release two versions of its iPhone 6. So far there have been several leads and predictions supporting the idea. There have also been a number of schematics and mockups offering an insight on what the iPhone 6 will look like. This time, simulation video shows what people can expect from a 4.7-inch iPhone 6 running on iOS.
Apple’s App Store has been a major driving force for the company. Despite promise and potential of high download rates, Apple recently rejected a female masturbation app called HappyPlayTime. The company refused putting up the app on the Apple iTunes store emphasizing it has no plans on providing people with a guide to their orgasms.
Apple and Samsung’s rivalry continue as the Cupertino-based company reportedly rejected displays from its South Korean competitor. According to recent information from the Taiwanese supply chain, Apple has decided to go for Japan Display and LG as its primary suppliers. Innolux has also been added to the list of suppliers for the 4.7-inch screen of the iPhone 6. Sharp has been rejected leaving Apple with a total of three suppliers to meet the iPhone 6 production demand.
Google’s upcoming Android 4.4.3 update has been making the headlines especially with its bug-fixing nature. Unlike previous updates, the primary goal of the update is to solve issues and bugs that older versions of the OS have caused. Despite the promise of the update to address OS issues and bugs, Chainfire, popular creator and developer of SuperSU and CF-Auto-Root tools, voiced out his concerns about the upcoming firmware. There may be rooting issues surrounding Android 4.4.3.
It has been quite some time after Samsung Galaxy S3 received the Android 4.3 update. Nonetheless, a number of users still reported experiencing problems with the update. According to some, their devices often lag and experience problems when opening multiple windows. Likewise, the phone also fails to reboot following download and old download notifications do not disappear.
Apple’s iPhone 6 will be different from other iPhone launches because of its two size options. If Apple pushes through with the anticipated 5.5-inch version, it will be the first time the company will participate in the phablet competition. Analysts continue to bank on the iPhone 6’s phablet version to deliver Apple incremental sales. According to predictions, the iPhone 6 will likely have a big “opening weekend” breaking Samsung’s record of selling 10million Galaxy S5 handsets in 25 days. Can ...
A few more months before the release of the iPhone 6 give Apple time to include more features and tweak components. The company has been acquiring patents for the past few months all pointing to a new iPhone system. The latest patent sighting describes a new visual dialing system promising more convenient business calls and an end to the hassle of audible-menu.
The supposed demise of the Google Nexus 6 prior to its release date later this 2014 appears to become real by the day but Android fans need not fret or get disappointed.
For the past few weeks, Samsung Galaxy Note 4 has been making the headlines. Previously, sources have only cited leads and predictions from analysts and industry observers. This time, a Samsung executive confirms the flexible display form factor the Galaxy Note 4. The device is expected to drop around September during the 2014 IFA. Will Galaxy Note 4 be the killer that many expect it to be?
