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Apple ramps up its iPhone 6 production sending partner suppliers and companies like Foxconn on a hiring spree. Foxconn has reportedly started its hiring process targeting 100,000 new works. Pegatron is also on a hiring surge to support iPhone 6 production in time for the release. The approaching launch not only draws market hype but it has also been driving competition like launches of Amazon's smartphone and Samsung Galaxy S5 Prime series.

Google’s I/O lurks around the corner. According to reports, the conference will be a venue for the internet giant to introduce finally its Nexus 8 “Volantis” tablet along with other major products like Google Glass, Moto 360 and Android 5.0 Lollipop.

Google will soon be holding its I/O Conference opening possibilities for a new Android update announcement and upcoming hardware cycles. Previously, tech companies only took the time to discuss about their software and developer concerns during their annual conferences although it has changed with firms like Google taking advantage of the event to launch new products as well. This year should not be any different as reports suggest Google plans on unveiling its Android 4.5/5.0 Lollipop update, N...

Motorola's Moto X+1 image was previously leaked showcasing the first look of the upcoming smartphone.

The Nokia Lumia 635 is currently available and offered with the price set at $189. However, the AT&T and T-Mobile version of the Nokia device that is available for pre-order at the U.S. Microsoft Store Web site has a lower pricing scheme.

Samsung devices have been receiving price cuts which may indicate upcoming stocks or new hardware from Samsung. Often, tech companies lower prices of their commodities in preparation for a new release. This time Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy S3 and S3 Mini received price cuts in different parts of the globe suggesting that the company may have something in store like the release of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Prime.

Sprint and Samsung recently announced the exclusive smartphone variant of the Samsung Galaxy S5. The U.S. carrier is set to offer Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport with the Sprint Fit Live fitness apps and a look similar to the combination of a Samsung Galaxy S5 and the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active.

The slated Windows 9 release date is April 2015 and it is considered as the crucial product that could outline the growth trajectory of Microsoft in the future. In addition to Windows 9, the tech giant Microsoft has scheduled the release of its second major Windows 8.1 update, dubbed Windows 8.1 Update 2, towards the end of this year. This update will be available for free to Windows 8.1 Update 1 users.

Mega Sableye in "Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire" gets more information, stats and a quick backgrounder. Meanwhile, Mega Evolutions are discussed in a bit more detail.

More educators are shifting online as new technologies make the use of blended textbooks and embedded audio and video in learning more possible.

The iPhone 6 on release date is super-slim and will come in two screen sizes for a simultaneous arrival that a new report said will likely happen in September 2014.

Now that expected bug fixes may come for the Android 4.4.4, concept developers are looking at the Android 5.0 as a possible way to bring about new features for Android’s latest OS.

The speculations and rumors surrounding the upcoming Apple iPad Air 2 and the iPad Mini 3 are abundant with periodically leaked information popping out from time to time. A recently leaked image by Steve Hemmerstoffer points to a next generation Apple iPad Air 2. The image shows the upcoming iPad Air 2 (iPad 6) and an iPhone 5S on top of it.

Sony has been rumoured to trademark the Hi-Res Audio, which can mean it will be a feature coming to the PS4 and PS Vita. Meanwhile, the Xbox One may be accumulating more popularity votes on Facebook, if a new poll is to be believed.

Another leaked release date has been spotted for “Batman: Arkham Knight, this time coming from Microsoft Store. Also, a new possible voice actor may have revealed himself to fans.

DirectX 12 on the Xbox One had been a big deal for its capabilities as a game changer, but after a dampening statement, Stardock CEO has brought a few more benefits of the software to light. For Xbox One games, “Thief” will get a demo while “Forza Horizon 2” will have different versions for the Xbox One and the Xbox 360.

Nexus 4, Nexus 5 and other Nexus devices Android 4.4.4 KitKat updates are rolling out. Google Play Edition devices are expected to be updated shortly as well.

Most of The iPhone 6 killer features are getting confirmed ahead of the device’s rumoured September 2014 release date, the latest of which a more robust Touch ID and a superfast cellular chip.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Prime will compete in the higher end market similar to Apple’s target all throughout the years. According to reports, the Galaxy S5 Prime will come with a variety of gold hues including killer features that can challenge the upcoming iPhone 6. Reportedly running on Qualcomm’s 805 and offering better LTE connectivity and resolution, can the Galaxy S5 Prime be a contender against Apple’s much anticipated handset?

The Mac OS X Yosemite beta 2 is now available for download. Much like iOS betas, the Yosemite developer's preview isn't quite stable enough to use on daily drivers but Apple has squashed some bugs in the latest Mac OS with additional features mentioned in the WWDC 2014 keynote. Now, Apple finally included a darker version but it requires some digging around to get it.

The recently leaked information pertaining to the heavily rumored Samsung Galaxy Note 4 release date hints that the phablet will be announced in a press preview in IFA Expo on September 3, 2014. Also the Galaxy Note 4 was recently spotted in the AnTuTu benchmark database. This revealed the existence of 2 different models of the Galaxy Note 4 namely SM-N910S and SM-N910C.

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.