GADGETS

The recently announced Nokia Lumia 525 smartphone is now offered in the Nokia stores in Singapore with a price of SG$249, according to the GSMArena report. The Windows Phone handset successor is expected to follow the footsteps of the low-priced Nokia Lumia 520 with its more complete operating system experience.

There will be more levels and zombies for players to enjoy with the "Plants vs. Zombies 2" update. Those who are following the "Minecraft" franchise will be happy to know more developments with its upcoming ports. And Xbox One’s "Dead Rising 3" will be getting a demo and a DLC.

Check out the online and retail locations where the Xbox One is availabe. Just in time for December, the November Xbox One sales figures are out as well as the patch for the Xbox One version of "Battlefield 4."

The Samsung Galaxy S4 remains one of the most powerful Android smartphones around. Despite its impressive performance, users can be plagued with problems from time to time. Some of these include rebooting issues, battery drain, blocked contacts and boot loops. A quick rundown of the fixes should help.

The search is on for the smartphone to take home this Christmas and if the choice is between iOS and Android, it all boils down to the two flagships – Apple’s iPhone 5S and Google’s cream of the crop, the Nexus 5.

Sleeker than the iPhone 5, thinner than any other iPhone 6 concept design and definitely sexier than the gold iPhone 5s, this insanely thin iPhone Air has flooded the Internet recently.

Two important things happened last week that likely will dictate on the next developments regarding the Evasi0n iOS 7 jailbreak release date, which has become quite a drag even for the faithful believers of the famed Team Evad3rs.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) will be releasing it’s the iPhone 6 in 2014 and it is already creating a hype. Reports and rumors about the next flagship phone increase by the day. According to the latest information, Apple will be including a larger screen plus a curved and flexible display. Whereas some reports suggest the display will be a full HD screen, there are also analysts saying Apple may not go for such.

Google Nexus 10 2 release date may still happen before the year ends, as the price of the Nexus 7 2 takes a plunge before Christmas.

Rumour has it that the next flagship smartphone from Samsung, the Galaxy S5, may arrive with a sleeker design thanks to the same technology used in the Galaxy Note 3. A method of integrating antennae which shrinks thickness of a smartphone will be used on the Galaxy S5.

Samsung Galaxy S3 remains a popular device from Samsung’s product line. As well received it is in the market, there are also a number of issues users run into from time to time. Some users express not getting their SMS following airplane mode.

Android devices have been gaining momentum throughout the years. According to recent reports, some Android platforms have started outselling iOS devices. It is not surprising as companies continue to put out high performing and sleek Android mobile platforms. We count down some of the most powerful Android devices today.

Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update started rolling out for Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 devices all over the globe earlier this week. Although the roll out is still on going, it is never too early to set expectations for what is going to happen after the roll out is complete.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Lite might have a 5.68-inch display with a Liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen? Rumours are swirling about the tech industry that Samsung is planning to launch a new gadget with these particular specs. According to ETN News, a Korean site, this new Samsung device is aimed as a low-cost alternative to its other higher priced gadgets.

Google surprised Android users when it released the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update. The release came shortly following the release of Android 4.4.1 to Nexus 4, Nexus 5, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 devices. For users contemplating whether they should update or not should understand what Android 4.4.2 has in store for their devices.

Still looking for a Shiny Pokemon? A new chaining method that’s been proven to be highly effective in the Route 22 has bene found. Also, another Pokemon effectiveness chart has appeared in Reddit for those who want another version.

A patent for a head-mounted display for a PS4 may have the necessary features to enhance gaming experience. Also, PS4 may be coming to GameStop for more stock, as well as three more games coming to Sony’s next-gen platform.

Try to grab your own Xbox One console with these new deals and bundles. Also, rumours of the Xbox One entering China may be the deal breaker for the console war.

Nokia USA offered the Samsung user who posted the video of a Galaxy S4 that caught fire in YouTube a Lumia smartphone after Samsung told him to remove the said video.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is a popular device despite having new Samsung products. It is a well loved device both among users and developers. Users can now update their Note 2 devices to Android 4.2.2.While there may be possibilities that the device may get bypassed for a Jelly Bean 4.3 update, users who do not want to wait can upgrade their devices Android 4.2.2.

Apple is unlikely to rush its planned iPhone 6 release date on 2014 as the tech giant’s current flagship, the iPhone 5S, reportedly routed Samsung’s Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3. As of November 2013, Apple is the smartphone king.

Team Evad3rs has been consistent on its Twitter campaign that the next Evasi0n unlocker, the iOS 7 jailbreak, is on its way out but a new blog report expressed doubt that the group will deliver on its promise.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 has joined the bandwagon of Samsung products making waves for 2014. Reports about the Korean tech giant's lineup for next year have been rolled out. The top biller is the Samsung Galaxy S5, along with the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Lite. This time the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 joins the party. Latest data noted the device will come with a 16MP ISOCELL camera.

In the beginning of December, Nexus devices like the Nexus 5, Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 started receiving the OTA update with build number KOT49E of Kit Kat, Android 4.4.1. The same update now rolls out to Nexus 10. Users have the choice to receive the update either through the rollout or through sideload using adb. Either way, people can now get the update easily.

Samsung continue to make headlines as a range of its products will come out in 2014. The leading headliner is Samsung Galaxy S5 followed closely by Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Lite and Samsung Galaxy Note 4. However, it does not stop there. It seems the Korean tech giant plans to open 2014 with a bang. Reports about the Samsung Galaxy Note 12.2-inch tablet have started surfacing as well. Others go as far to say that it can probably surpass the well received Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition.

Nokia seems ready to cash in on the successful launch if its Lumia 1520 with a mystery device codenamed RM-964 spotted on Zauba, India's import and export data.

Google has began rolling its Android 4.4 KitKat since December. It has released a series of minor updates after the introduction of Android 4.4 KitKat. The Internet giant also introduced the Android 4.4.2 KitKat. As it continues to roll out devices such as Nexus 4, Nexus 5 and Nexus 7, users are starting to express grievances about the latest update.

It's a longstanding battle between the two giants of 7-inch tablets. It's Google's new Nexus 7 versus Apple's iPad Mini with Retina Display. While the Apple iPad Mini brings its best designed tablet with iTunes and App Store ecosystem power, the new Nexus 7 is feature-packed, pushing the tablet into a full HD display backed by a stronger Google Play Store. Both have a compact factor with powerful components that promise years of solid performance.

A new shipment of PS4 will be hitting Walmart as a new update 1.52 has become available for download for PS4 owners. Also, a new mod has been released that allows players to connect any kind of controller to their PS4 or Xbox One for a better and more suited controller match when playing a game.