TECHNOLOGY

Sony's Xperia line has been a success for the most part with the third installment of the Z series coming soon. According to the latest leak, the Sony Xperia Z3 has been spotted in two new images shedding more light on its upcoming features. Can Sony deliver a similar killer device?

Xiaomi's success with its Mi3 feature brought the market's attention to its other offerings. In hopes of replicating the same success, the company has just released its Xiaomi Mi4 handset. According to initial feedback, the handset comes with features that can compete with top-tier phones. In fact, the device has been compared to the likes of Apple iPhone 5s, Samsung Galaxy S5, Nexus 5 and another recent wildcard entry, the OnePlus One. Can the Xiaomi Mi4 really deliver?

Nokia has released its newest flagship Lumia 930 with much anticipation. But, is it really better than its predecessor Lumia 1020? Below are the specs to help you decide.

What exactly the iPhone 6 is on release date this 2014 and how much will it cost out of the box are again hinted by fresh information about the device’s inner components plus the latest chatter from supply chain sources.

The Nexus 6 on release date will be a monster phone in a phablet screen profile as a new report points to Motorola as the anointed maker of Google’s upcoming signature smartphone.

Moto G users will be pleased to know that the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update for their devices has started rolling out. Specifically, the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update is available for the Google Play Store edition of the device. The firmware seeks to address a range of bug problems including those related to OpenSSL problems. The OTA update should start seeding to a number of Verizon users. Other carriers and regions should follow suit.

The long wait is over for Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE-A users who want to update to the Android 4.4.3 KitKat. The Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware is now available for download and installation. Similar to other Android updates, some users may have early access while others may have to wait for a few more days to upgrade. Update schedule and firmware availability also depend on the carrier and region of the user.

There has been a lot of buzz about the Android L particularly its Material Design. According to analysts, it may be one of the best features of the upcoming software. The feature will trickle throughout all platforms of Google and introduce new rules for developers. What is the idea behind the Material Design? When can users owning devices like Nexus 5, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 experience it completely?

It's already July 2014 and surprisingly, the do a barrel roll Google Easter egg trick keeps rolling on and on like the Energizer bunny! Technically speaking, this Google trick is more like Peppy Hare, since it was inspired from the "Star Fox 64" videogame from Nintendo that featured this particular space pilot rabbit. Peppy Hare was the one who said the line "Do a barrel roll!" whenever players pressed the letter R or Z twice in "Star Fox 64." It caused the vehicles that the...

The Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone of Ariel Tollfree, a 13-year-old from North Texas, burned while it was on her bed. Tollfree, who sleeps with her devices near her pillow, didn't notice it slip underneath the pillow when she slept.

OnePlus One has made headlines especially since the smartphone garnered positive reviews. It has been tagged as one of the best Android phones to be released this year. To make things more interesting, the company announced the smartphone will be getting the Android L update.

Nokia Lumia 930 is probably Nokia’s best smartphone ever. But, can it run at par with top flagship phones? Below are the specs for you to decide.

Samsung has not announced the upcoming Galaxy S5 Alpha (aka Galaxy S5 F and Galaxy Alpha), so far. However, the Galaxy S5 Alpha is perceived to be the next high-end smartphone from Samsung's den. Freshly leaked images that were recently picked up by online sources shows the beautiful device, which is synonymous to the word premium. Going by the available reports, the Galaxy Alpha release date can be expected in August.

BlackBerry Z3 has recently been released in many countries across the globe, while the Nokia Lumia 720 was released in April 2013. Moreover, both phones are budget-friendly and come packed with incredible specifications. Readers who are interested in the latest BlackBerry Z3 or the Nokia Lumia 720 should check out this specifications, features and price comparison.

During its fourth fiscal earning call, Microsoft revealed the Surface Pro 3 is its best-selling Surface version to date. Further, the company is now accepting pre-orders for the Surface pro 3 docking station that offers additional slots and ports.

HTC One Remix is the name of the Verizon branded HTC One Mini 2 handset. The mobile network carrier has changed only the moniker but the specifications and the features remain the same. In addition, the HTC One Remix release date in the U.S. under Verizon is July 24, according to Verizon Wireless.

The beginning of July marked the first leak pertaining to the upcoming Sony Xperia Z3. Interestingly, the Xperia Z2 has just been launched in many regions across the globe including the U.S. In the meantime, many reports from various sources claim to reveal the specifications and features of the Sony Xperia Z3. However, Sony has not confirmed the next-generation device thus far.

Here is a list of top ten smartphones that scored high ratings in AnTuTu's benchmark testing in the second quarter of 2014. It is worth mentioning that the rating methodology is debatable.

South Korea's LG surprised everyone with the G3 smartphone that comes bundled with killer features and impressive under the hood performance. It is worth mentioning that the G3 was released in the same quarter as the much-hyped Samsung Galaxy S5. However, the LG G3 held its own when the run-of-the-mill Galaxy S5 was expected to rule the roost. According to recent earnings report, LG has posted excellent quarterly revenue owing to the impressive smartphone sales.

Samsung's Galaxy Note series of phablets could see a potential rival in the brand new Pantech's Pop Up Note. Apparently, Pantech is one of the major smartphone makers in South Korea. Also the company ranks third in the top device makers list pertaining to the country. According to recent news, Pantech is in the process of unveiling its new handset/phablet dubbed "Pop Up Note" with a model number IM-A920S.

Apple Inc., known by its innovative products, is currently dominating the tech market. Now, Apple is gaining more profit from higher demands on its iPhone worldwide and is also now growing sales from iPhone, iPad and Mac in India.

The 2014 Motorola Moto G (4G LTE) variant was released in June, whereas the HTC Desire 816 was released in March. Moreover, both the phones are budget-friendly and pack terrific features. Readers who are interested in the Moto G or the HTC Desire 816 should check out this specifications, features and price comparison.

Budget-friendly handsets from Nokia are a huge hit across the globe. The handset in focus, the Nokia XL has recently been released in May 2014, while the Samsung Galaxy Grand Neo was released in February. Readers who are interested in purchasing the Nokia XL or the Samsung Galaxy Grand Neo should check out this specification and price comparison.

More signs are surfacing that Apple has definitely set the iPhone 6 release date on mid-September 2014 as new reports from Asia indicate that volume production of the 4.7-inch model is now underway.

Chinese smartphone developer Xiaomi recently released its very first tablet, the Xiaomi Mi Pad. Priced relatively lower than Apple's iPad Mini 2, can it match the iPad's features, specs and popularity?

The photo of Australian jihadist Mohamed Elomar posted on Twitter showing the Sydney-born boxer posing with decapitated heads went viral on YouTube. Elomar was even seen smiling.

Despite news about production delays and problems with the iPhone 6, analysts remain convinced that Apple will push through with a September release. More importantly, the release is expected to be around September 26 as Apple has subjected the device to extreme-torture test already. The iPhone 6 will reportedly come with a paper-thin almost indestructible surface that can cannibalize sales of iPad and other competitors. Can Apple perform up to expectations?

News of the Goophone i6, an Apple iPhone 6 clone, abounds on the Internet. What are its features and does it really resemble the rumoured form factor of Apple's soon-to-be-released smartphone?

As the hype builds up for the rumoured Google Nexus 6, words spread anew that the new smart Android phone will come at a very competitive cost of less than $400 during its October/November release date. This translates to $425 in Australia.