No significant upgrade to the next Apple iPhone model?
The upcoming iPhone could be available in the Q3 of this year. It may be a slightly upgraded version of the current iPhone 5 model.
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Samsung Galaxy S4 to pack Snapdragon 600 in the UK instead of Exynos
The Samsung Galaxy S4 powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 quad-core processor will be offered in the UK unlike earlier expectations.
Sony Xperia Z users reporting sudden death issue, a fix to be rolled out
Sony Xperia Z users started reporting sudden death issues of their smartphones. Sony is aware of the problem and a fix will be released as soon as possible.
UK government says BlackBerry 10 not safe for secure communication
In another serious blow to BlackBerry 10, UK government says that the BlackBerry 10 Operating system is not secure enough to use for secure data sharing.
Nexus 4 to be released officially by Google and LG on March 27 in Brazil
In Brazil, Google and LG will host an event for the launch of Nexus 4 on March 27 at Google’s Headquarter in Sao Paolo. The availability and pricing info is expected at the launch event.
Black Color variant of the Oppo Find 5 announced, coming to China on April 1
Oppo has introduced a black color variant of the Oppo Find 5. The device will be available for sale in China starting April 1.
Dual SIM HTC E1 603e with Android 4.1 up for pre-order in China
HTC’s mid-range smartphone, HTC E1 powered by Google’s Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is now available for pre-order at 1799 CNY in China ($290).
Retail Price and Bill of Material estimates of the Samsung Galaxy S4 revealed
Bill of materials and retail value of the Samsung Galaxy S4 has been revealed. The Smartphone cost $236 to make and its approximate retail value is $650.
Specs and images of the 5-inch ZTE Quantum for Sprint Leaked
Leaked specs and photos of ZTE’s upcoming 5-inch smartphone, ZTE Quantum have been leaked online. The device could be heading to Sprint.
Galaxy S4 to hit Europe for €600-€700; Amazon Germany has it for €650
The Samsung Galaxy S4 is expected to be priced between €600-€700, and Amazon Germany has started offering pre-registrations for unlocked Galaxy S4 for €650 in Germany.