TECHNOLOGY

The HTC One M8 was released in March 2014 with premium specs and features. The Samsung Galaxy S5 Active, meanwhile, has been launched in May and it is touted to be the rugged version of the flagship Galaxy S5. Readers, who are interested in purchasing the HTC One M8 or waiting for the release of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active, should check out this specifications and price comparison.

The BlackBerry Z10 was released in the first quarter of 2013, whereas the Amazon Fire Phone was recently unveiled. Amazon's first smartphone offers 3D visual effects with the help of camera sensors and gesture controls. This unique 3D smartphone has lots of striking features that other phones do not offer.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini and S4 Mini LTE users can now update their devices to Android 4.4.2 KitKat. Verizon has started rolling out the firmware for its Galaxy S4 Mini subscribers whereas the official OTA update for Black Edition of Galaxy S4 Mini LTE I9195 has also been released. As with other roll outs of Samsung, Verizon and other networks, release will be carried out in stages allowing some users to upgrade sooner or later than others.

Apple and Samsung’s rivalry continues as both companies work on releasing tablet and smartphone offerings. This time as Apple prepares for the release of the iPad Air 2, the company will challenge upcoming and current offerings of Samsung. The Korean tech giant has been gearing up for the release of the Galaxy Tab S offering a combination of smartphone and tablet experience but can it offer a better alternative as the iPad Air 2? The iPad Air 2 series will reportedly come with a major design tw...

The iPhone 6 on release date is said to pave the way for the increased use of robust materials namely Liquidmetal, sapphire and graphene, which is a form of carbon.

The iWatch release date might be one of the most anticipated events this year even though Apple says very little about this upcoming wearable.

The speculations and rumors surrounding the Apple iPad Mini 3 are rife. According to a recently leaked image, the upcoming iPad Mini 3 will feature a Touch ID Fingerprint scanner. The leaked image shows the next generation iPad Mini, the iPad Air 2 and the iPhone 6. Another significant feature in the iPad Mini 3 is the split-screen (multi window) functionality.

The Google Nexus 6 release date this 2014 remains a strong possibility as fresh reports emerge that appear to suggest of two likely killer features for the ‘upcoming’ native Android smartphone.

Motorola will reportedly be skipping the Android 4.4.3 update for a number of its devices for Android 4.4.4. The Android 4.4.4 update came shortly after Google rolled out the Android 4.4.3 update on a number of Nexus devices. According to reports, instead of fixing most bugs and problems, the firmware brought more issues especially to Nexus 5 and Nexus 4. Devices to receive the Android 4.4.4 software include Motorola Droid Maxx, Ultra and Mini.

The Nokia X2, one of the most awaited budget segment Android smartphones from Microsoft, will be launched on June 24, 2014. Nokia's Twitter account confirmed this news with a link to the company's Conversations blog account that says "summer brings out our inner glow...stay tuned to Conversations to find out what we've got in store."

The rumoured Nexus 8 is actually the Nexus 9 on release date, a new report said, and is internally referred to by Google as Volantis that will be assembled by Taiwan-based gadget manufacturer HTC.

It has been reported recently that Apple's upcoming iWatch will undergo a trial run produced by the Taiwan's Quanta Computer and is expected to start its mass production in July in order to prepare for its Fall launch

Smart phone enthusiasts who are looking to update their mobile units may have a hard time choosing between Sony and Samsung. Both two mobile phone companies are in a neck-to-neck battle as to which mobile phone is a better choice. So how does Sony Xperia Z2 fare against the Samsung Galaxy S5?

Samsung Galaxy S5 Prime continues to make headlines as new variants spotted hinted the device will not only come with gold finish but in glowing hues. Previously, reports considered the Samsung Galaxy S5 LTE-A variant to be the Galaxy S5 Prime but it appears Samsung has other things planned. The LTE-A edition is only available in South Korea leaving analysts to believe Samsung will distribute the S5 Prime to international markets instead. Will the Prime edition be a killer and contender against ...

The much-anticipated Apple iWatch will start mass production in July and will be released to the market in October according to Reuters.

Sony is prepping two of its awaited new features, the Project Morpheus and the PlayStation Now beta, but with differing feedback from the community. The first has seen great leaps and bounds from its reveal as seen in two demos, while the latter has received criticisms from the community for new pricing information.

A second beta for the iOS 8 is now out for developers, and it features a few tweaks and additional features for the OS. Apple’s wearable technology may not be too far off, as a few sports stars have been spotted on a list of testers for what could be the iWatch.

Developer Visceral Games has already confirmed that “Battlefield Hardline” weapons and gears have been unlocked for those who want to try them on beta mode. Also, PS4 and PS3 exclusive items for “Destiny” may be out of reach for Xbox players for an entire year.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 gets a new rumoured feature in the form of a UV ray-tracker, while the Gear Store has been trademarked for a potential App Store-related service. Samsung Galaxy S5 users would be happy to know that the device has a new feature coming with a power saving mode, which adds new apps to the list.

Some big smartphone or phablet owners are now wondering whether the new Apple iPhone 6 could beat the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (or the reportedly soon to be released Note 4) in specs and power.

Samsung Galaxy S3 owners can stop worrying about the rollout of the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update as major carriers in the US started releasing the firmware. AT&T has started rolling out the update to its S3 subscribers from June 18. Some users may receive the notification ahead or later. Verizon has also followed releasing the update in stages.

How to restore iOS 7.1.1 and downgrade iOS 8 beta 2 on iPhone, iPod or iPad have been a problem after the iOS 8 has been reported to be more unstable than the first beta. Due to the instability and bugs of the iOS 8 beta, some non-developers who downloaded the software wish to return to the earlier firmware.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 release date is expected after its launch at the IFA 2014 later this year. Just recently, the much anticipated device has been spotted in benchmark test results, which revealed a number of details about its specs.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 release date is fast approaching and just recently, reports confirmed a number of killer specs and features which suggest that the next generation Galaxy Note smartphone will be a beast of a device when it hits the shelves later this year.

Samsung Galaxy S4 LTE users can now update through Android 4.4.2 KitKat Imperium Custom ROM. Samsung and carriers have to complete the roll out of the update yet but users can choose to upgrade their devices manually. The Galaxy S4 I9505 LTE Imperium ROM offers a similar experience to the Galaxy S5 firmware. Likewise the Custom ROM also draws from the official firmware XXEUFNC9 build under Samsung.

Apple’s premium products always come with a price. The iPhone 6 series will not be an exemption. The iPhone 6 phablet along with standard premium features associated with Apple’s items will come with a higher price tag. Apple will reportedly by placing a $100 premium on the product but the market remains undeterred. The 5.5-inch iPhone 6 continues to gather positive predictions as the release date approaches. Along with the production of the iPhone 6 variants, the tech giant has also started iP...

Samsung gets one step closer to releasing the Android 4.4.3 update to Samsung Galaxy S5 and Galaxy S3.The company reportedly plans on rolling out the firmware to Galaxy S5 and Galaxy S3 devices ahead of Galaxy S4. The S4 will receive the update around July.

The release of Google’s Android 4.4.3 update caused more problems than fixes expected. Many Nexus 5 and Nexus 4 users complained about WiFi connectivity issues, battery drain, lagging screen and Google Play Store issues. This sparked more interest over the upcoming Android 4.5 update with industry observers wondering what Google plans on doing to address these problems. According to recent information, the Android 4.5 update may be released a month following its introduction at the Google I/O e...

Apple iPhone 6 release will be well on its way as supply chain sources confirm that there is enough sapphire supply to support production. According to a supply chain source in coordination with GT Advanced technologies, the company has gathered enough sapphire glass to manufacture the 4.7 and 5.5-inch variants of the iPhone 6 in time for the release. Production of the iWatch will also be underway.