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Samsung Battling at Two Fronts to Protect Mobile Market Shares

Samsung Electronics is battling at two fronts to defend its market turf, reports Reuters. On the one end is high end Apple with its iPhones and at the other end cheaper Chinese rivals are eating away its market. The report quotes a recent survey by Counterpoint to show this new development.

Samsung Sets Up Own Apps Store and Nudges Out Google

Samsung has introduced Galaxy Apps, an app store for Galaxy owners. This also cuts out the need for turning to Google Play, for its customers, reports eWeek. The move looks like an effort by Samsung to sharpen its branding and with a space away from Google. Samsung’s latest Tab S will be the new beneficiary of this step.
A Man Uses His Mobile Phone in Front of a Giant Advertisement Promoting Samsung New Galaxy S5 Smartphone, at an Art Hall in Central Seoul

Fake Apps Troubling Android Users - Study

Smartphone users especially the Android users are facing the menace of millions of fake apps chasing them, reports IDG News. Disguised as official apps they are targeting mostly Android users, according to a study by Japan based Trend Micro.
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Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos shows off his company's new Fire smartphone at a news conference in Seattle, Washington June 18, 2014.

Amazon Believed to be Readying Kindle Unlimited Service - Reports

Amazon is believed to be readying the launch of its read-all-you-can Kindle Unlimited service for a subscription of $9.99 per month. This will pitch the service against Scribd and Oyster that also offer such unlimited eBook reading service for a fixed monthly subscription.
Pinchai Speaks During His Keynote Address at the Google I/O Developers Conference in San Francisco

Android Push in Mobile Enterprise May Turn Hard

The Apple-IBM partnership for enterprise mobile management will rattle Google led Android push in enterprise, reports Computer World. The Apple-IBM deal came close on the heels of Google’s initiative to attract business users into Android tablets and smartphones. Google even offers a special mobile device management software to separate work and personal data in the upcoming Android L.
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iPad Air 2 Fall Release Imminent with 12.9-inch iPad Pro with More Killer Features and Photos Leaked

Apple will release a series of devices this fall including the iPad Air 2 and 12.9-inch iPad Pro. While the attention has been on the iPhone 6, a look at the upcoming features of the Apple’s iPad series should also be worthwhile. According to the latest leaks, Apple will be releasing three iPad models with the iPad Air 2 thinner with new TouchID sensor. Can Apple deliver three killer tablets this fall?
A woman holds her new Apple iPhone 5S after buying it at an Apple Store at Tokyo's Ginza shopping district

iPhone 6 Will Break More Records Q4 Release with $100 Offer as Apple Remains Dominant in $500-Smartphone Market

Release date soon or not, analysts see Apple's iPhone 6 to reach new heights once both variants hit the market. Despite global studies pointing out the Android and Samsung have been gaining considerable market share, a closer look narrow or high-end markets will reveal otherwise. Apple has set its sights on a particular market and it continues to dominate with the promise of securing its position better through the iPhone 6.
A RECEPTIONIST SPEAKS ON A PHONE UNDER A SONY CORP LOGO AT THE COMPANY'S HEADQUARTERS IN TOKYO

Sony Xperia Z3 Allegedly Leaked Online - Reports

Sony's next flagship offering, the Xperia Z3 has been leaked online. The images though does not point to anything too radical with the next flagship, we got to wait till IFA event to have the complete picture.

China’s WeChat App Scripts Plan to Become Ad Hub

The new trend of popular messaging apps trying to position themselves as advertising platforms is catching up. WeChat, the popular messaging app in China is making such an effort by exploring way to become an advertising platform, reports Wall Street Journal.

Google Inspiring Australian Tech Entrepreneurs

A big chunk of Australian technology professionals are caught by Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial bug, reports The Australian. Quoting a leading angel investor, the report says the new breed tech entrepreneurs are heavily inspired by Google and many of them are Ex Googlers.
A lesbian couple hold hands during a mass wedding ceremony in Mexico City

A Device That Helps You Get Intimate With Your Far Away Lover

A new technology makes it possible for long distance lovers to hold hands. Though not in reality, the device allows you to touch your partner's hand virtually. Scientists have created a wireless technology called Frebble that lets you hold your partners hand with the use of haptic technology which mimics the sensation of someone holding your hand.
Sony Xperia C3 (Dual-Sim) vs. HTC One E8 (Dual-Sim) – Specifications, Features and Price Showdown

Sony Xperia C3 (Dual-Sim) vs. HTC One E8 (Dual-Sim) – Specifications, Features and Price Showdown

Sony Xperia C3, dubbed as the "world's best selfie smartphone" was launched in China only last week. The mid-range Xperia C3 will hit the store shelves in August. Meanwhile, HTC One M8's plastic-equivalent, the HTC One E8 (aka HTC One Ace) has recently been launched in June. Readers who are interested in the HTC One E8 or the Sony Xperia C3 should check out this specifications, features and price comparison.

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