GADGETS

Samsung insider tipped out that the company is working on an official Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S3 instead of releasing Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. Google already pushed update for Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4, Nexus 7 & Nexus 10 which will be followed by Galaxy S4 and other Google Edition devices. Owners who are waiting should know the top 10 benefits of Galaxy S3 running Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.

Google Nexus 7 maker ASUS announced the release of two motherboards: the new A88XM-A and A55BM-A/USB3. The two motherboards released are the first of its kind to work with the new new Socket FM2+ APUs (Accelerated Processing Units) from AMD.

South Korea’s LG is reportedly phasing the global rollout of its new flagship, the LG G2, commencing in August and going full-blast by October 2013, in the process inadvertently telling the world that the Nexus 5 release date is near.

Apple, analysts said, is providing two iOS 7 smartphones starting September 2013 – the low-cost iPhone Lite and the high-end iPhone 5S, the latter pegged for a release date later in the month or early October.

Qualcomm seems to be a runaway winner as it managed to tie the knot with Google’s Nexus 7.2 and Motorola’s upcoming X8. However, this does not mean the company has stopped working on increasing their market share in an industry dominated by Intel.

Google’s latest Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update started rolling out to devices like Nexus 10 beginning Wednesday. Following the announcement of the Jelly Bean update, Google also unwrapped the second generation Nexus 7. While Android 4.3 and new Nexus 7 continue to make headlines and garner positive feedback, the tech giant already mentioned plans of releasing Nexus 10 and Key Lime Pie.

The iPad Mini 2 release date is still in the second half of 2013 alongside the latest build of the original 9.7-inch iPad, a new report said, but the rollout for the 7.9-inch tablet could be without Retina.

With the release of the new Google Asus Nexus 7.2, tablet competition became stiffer. Following months of hype and speculations, Google finally released their Google Nexus 7.2 last July 24. The device features improved specs including enhanced display and more high performing processor.

The second Nexus 7 edition was unveiled this week boasting of upscale components and capabilities but one analyst is far from impressed, insisting that the stock Android tablet will be eclipsed by the Moto X on release date.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean is now official and Google has already begun rolling out the update to Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 10. LG Nexus 4 is expected to get the official update very soon, but right now, owners must wait. At this time, you can manually install Android 4.3 JWR66N version to have your Nexus 4 updated.

Fake apps pop up for Plants vs. Zombies 2, while a new INJUSTICE DLC character is teased.

One of the latest controversial moves by Microsoft is another policy reversal, this time for the self-publishing of indie developers.

Minecraft Xbox 360 Skin Pack 5 has been released, while other information about the TU 12 has been hinted.

Sony’s Xperia i1 Honami smartphone started making headlines months ago when the company announced its 20MP camera and slim design. This time, reports point to a leak featuring the actual design of the smartphone including how the 20MP will look like.

Rumours and developments for the Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Galaxy S4 Mini, and Galaxy S4.

Check out these three apps based on a movie, a TV series, and another game.

New patents from Apple, approved and under processing, gave hints on upcoming power features that both the iPhone 6 and iPhone 5S will showcase on release date, likely to be integrated with the recently revamped iOS 7.

An iPad Mini 2 with Retina touchdown should not be expected in the final half of 2013, a new report said, adding that Apple appears to be maneuvering to focus consumers’ attention on the overhauled iPad 5.

Amidst its ongoing iPad trade-in deals, U.S. retailer Best Buy is training its eyes on Android lovers, possibly luring more buys by dangling the Samsung Galaxy S3 for free and possibly hinting of the fast-approaching Galaxy Note 3 release date.

It is highly likely that Apple (AAPL) will introduce its 2013 flagship, the iPhone 5S, before September 28 as the tech giant aims to realise its projected revenues of between $34 billion and $37 billion in the last quarter of 2013, a new report said.

Google finally unveiled the new Nexus 7, which will be the stock Android’s official name, replacing the first edition with a slightly remodelled slate that bears upgraded components plus supreme features designed to slay Apple’s iPad Mini 2.

Samsung will not launch the Galaxy S5 until next year but concept photos and information leaks about the device started surfacing. For fans and interested users, a sneak peak of what the new Samsung S5 will look life featuring full aluminum has been sighted.

Financial results that came out this week proved that Apple is actually doing great even as the tech buzz is ever more focused on the upcoming iOS devices from the tech giant, specifically the iPhone 6 and iPhone 5S release dates.

The new Nexus 7 has finally been revealed, and it packs quite a number of punches and features.

The next-generation Nexus 7 tablet has been officially unveiled recently and soon will reach store shelves before the end of July 2013. Know the new things about newest and another affordable Nexus tablet hitting the market very soon.

Google finally made Android 4.3 Jelly Bean official and it is now being pushed to both Samsung Galaxy Nexus and the Nexus 10. As expected, the latest version of Android OS features most of the improvements which already been exposed. If you own the device, start checking "Software Update" section in the Settings menu.

PS4 vs. Xbox One—will this be a battle of consoles and cameras?

A lot of rumoured developments are going on for the Samsung Galaxy Note 3.

The PS4 and the Xbox One may have a smaller competitor, while Ouya may be facing its worst yet.