Smartphones have increasingly been more functional in recent years. In the same way, Apple’s CEO Tim Cook sees the company’s iPhone series to be useful in paying for goods and services. According to recent information, the tech giant has been working on including a Near Field Communication (NFC) technology payment system in the iPhone 6. Can the company pull it off?
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Apple iOS 8 to Support Split-Screen Multitasking for iPad Air 2
Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference will commence this June. Similar to previous conferences, people expect the release of the iOS 8. According to previous reports, Apple will focus on two products during the event: the new iOS 8 and the OS X Mavericks. Whereas the iPad Air has been limited to “unitask” device, the new operating system promises to support multitasking for better productivity.
Samsung Galaxy S5 and S5 Prime Update: Better Fingerprint Scanner and Camera and Faster Download Speed
Samsung has released an update for its Samsung Galaxy S5 handset. The company has started rolling out the update although some users may have to wait for their devices to receive the upgrade. According to the update details, Galaxy S5 users can expect faster camera application and better fingerprint scanner. More details about the upcoming Galaxy S5 Prime have also surfaced. The S5 Prime will reportedly offer faster download speed three times more than the standard LTE connection.
Google to Launch Silver Program Rivaling HTC Sense and Samsung TouchWiz
Goolge will reportedly replace its Nexus program with a new Android system called Silver. Whereas Nexus devices offered a “pure” Android experience, the Silver program is intended to bring more of what Google wants people to experience with its mobile operating system. The approached will be more tailored. Likewise, it appears Google wants to compete with custom UIs like HTC’s Sense and Samsung’s TouchWiz. Can Google pull it off?
New Samsung Galaxy TabPRO Models Surface, Release Fast Approaching
Samsung has been well known for targeting different sections of the market. The company has released tablets in different sizes and features to cater to varying users. According to recent information, it appears the Korean tech giant has been working on one of its largest series yet. The most recent leak indicates one of Samsung’s releases will be a 13.3-inch tablet sporting AMOLED and LCD technology.
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Apple’s iPhone 5s won the spotlight following a recent customer survey satisfaction in South Korea. According to the survey, more consumers are satisfied with their purchase of the iPhone 5s compared to competitors like the Samsung Galaxy S5 and the LG G2. Apple has been creating a considerable lead against local competition setting the stage for the release of the iPhone 6.
These days, smartphones do not just battle it out based on performance. Aesthetics has become an important part among consumers when deciding which handset to purchase. Similar to the iPhone 5s, it appears Apple has been planning on releasing a similar gold variant for the iPhone 6. Recent press render leak shows the gold mock up of the iPhone 6 beside the usual variants of the iPhone series. What has Apple got in store?
LG will reportedly be releasing its G3 offering a few days from now. The official teaser from the company suggests that the device will be featuring a Quad HD screen. As the hype around the device builds up, several leaked photos have also provided a sneak peak of what people expect. According to the images, LG may be planning on releasing a handset with a brushed metal black plate. Can it be a hit?
Google will reportedly switch from Nexus 7 to an 8-inch slate in the form of Nexus 8. Whereas previous reports only dealt with rumors and predictions, it appears a changelog from the Android Open Source Project (ASOP) suggests that Google has been working on the Nexus 8 already. The device will be released alongside the Android TV according to recent information.
The international version of Samsung Galaxy Note 3 has been removed from the list of devices receiving the Android 4.4.2 KitKat edition. Nonetheless, Samsung Galaxy Note 3 owners can still update their devices to Android 4.4.2 KitKat through a N900VVRUCNC4 firmware. The update is specific to SM-N900V models.
Samsung has introduced the flagship Samsung Galaxy S5 last February last Mobile World Congress. The Korean tech giant released the device in April and since then the Galaxy S5 has been gaining excellent traction. Recent information say that the adoption of the Galaxy S5 has been greater compared to the Samsung Galaxy S4. Similar to its previous moves, the company will reportedly be releasing an “Active” variant of the latest flagship.
Samsung has always been popular for the multiple variants it offers under its flagship devices. The company has been targeting multiple tiers of the market for quite some time now. It appears Samsung wants to have more gigantic slates under its name. More than its 12.2-inch Galaxy Note Pro, the Korean tech giant has been reportedly preparing a 13.3-inch tablet.
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The Nexus program has been a successful Google investment throughout the years. Likewise, it has become a subject of interest aside from the company’s Android updates. The last device to be released under the program was the Nexus 5. According to recent information, Google may be ready to follow this up with two new Nexus devices – the Nexus 6 and the Nexus 8.
