Retailers in Germany Listed Microsoft Lumia 535 for Pre-Orders

Microsoft announced the first handset with the new pattern for naming of the Lumia line. It is the entry-level smartphone Microsoft Lumia 535. The phone was recently unveiled and now it is almost ready to hit the markets. The Lumia 535 is officially available for pre-orders in Germany. It is listed by several major retailers in the country. They offer different deals for the phone. 

For example in Amazon.de the Lumia 535 costs €140 and the shipping date for the model is 5^th of December. In Alternate.de and in the official store of Microsoft in Germany the new phone is offered for €120. A quick reminder for the specs of the device includes a 5-inch screen IPS with qHD resolution and pixel density of 220ppi. The display is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. 

In the gut of the phone is working Snapdragon 200 chip with 1GB RAM. It has 8GB storage and a slot for more memory via microSD cards. The two cameras with a resolution of 5MP are set on the front and on the back of the handset. The Lumia 535 comes in black, blue, gray, white, green and orange. It is powered by a 1905mAh battery. The phone does not support LTE but overall it boasts decent capabilities and specs for its price. It runs on Windows Phone 8.1 OS.

 

few words at the end: Even though the Lumia line is changing a bit, the Lumia 535 is a prove that Microsoft is keeping the most characteristic features that make the “Lumia”s so favorite worldwide. 

Source:  wmpoweruser, Alternate.de, Amazon.de, 

Samsung at IFA 2014 II – the Extraordinary Samsung Galaxy Note Edge Turns Heads

IFA once again did not disappoint even the highest expectations of the tech enthusiasts and fans of innovative mobile devices. Samsung Galaxy Note Edge came as a nice surprise. The Korean manufacturer managed to keep the existence of the extraordinary phablet in secret. 

What is so special about the Galaxy Note Edge? 

It has an edgy design – the large-sized smartphone boasts a curved display on the right side that can work completely separately from the main screen. The advantages of the curve seem to be a lot. There is no doubt that developers will make the best of it and we will wait and see how users will accept it. It is hard to put in words how the curves side of Galaxy Note Edge works in real. Therefore, I recommend watching the video below where the guys from…. are showing the model in work. Overall the new device is based on Galaxy Note 4 and most of the specs of the original phablet are integrated in the curvy smartphone as well. It comes with a 5.6-inch Super AMOLED QHD glass. It is smaller than the display of Galaxy Note 4 but let’s not forget the curve. It actually increases the screen with 160p. 

 The CPU ticking under the hood is either a quad-core with Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 chip clocked at 2.5GHz or octa-core Exynos 5433 with 3GB RAM and 32GB native memory (expandable). The rare camera is the same 16MP sensor with Smart OIS paired with 3.7MP front snapper. The software running on the model is Android 4.4 KitKat. Just like the original device it is packed with UV sensor and heart-rate sensor. There is an S Pen stylus in the package. It works with a 3000mAh cell under the hood. The Galaxy Note Edge is expected to be available for purchase in the end of the year. 

few words at end: Galaxy Note Edge is the new attempt of Samsung after Galaxy Round to grab the interest of users who are open to new concepts. How do you like the idea of bringing more “edge” in your day?

Source: Samsung, Android Authority

Charge Your Smartphone Faster - Tips from CNET

Is there any way to speed up the charging of your smartphone or tablet? It seems that there is! Watch the video from Dan Graziano who is associate editor for CNET How to.

Source: CNET

Tech Minute - Back-to-school Tech Discounts CNET

Grab the best Back to School deals offered by the tech companies.

Source: CNET

Say Hello to Samsung Galaxy Alpha

SamsungGalaxy Alpha is certainly amongst the most anticipated flagships in the digit world until today. The first rumors for the existing of the premium device appeared some weeks before the debut of LG G3. There were gossips and speculations that the model will be announced soon after the arrival of the G3. When Samsung introduced the Galaxy S5 LTE-A many believed that this might be the premium device of the company. It is really premium, but Galaxy Alpha (or Samsung Galaxy F as it was mentioned in leaks) is a different device with its own advantages. 

The Korean giant revealed Galaxy Alpha yesterday on 13^th of August in Russia. The appearance of the phone fascinates with premium-looking metal frame. The shape of the panel of the new high-end smartphone borrows the design of Samsung Galaxy S5. The back of Samsung Galaxy Alpha is removable, adorned with faux leather pattern. The new flagship is slightly smaller than the Galaxy S5 and measures 6.7 x 65.6 x 132.4 mm, 115 grams of weight. The screen outfitted in the premium handset is with 4.7-inch diagonal, Super AMOLED. Just like the rumors said before it provides 720p resolution. 

Android 4.4.4 KitKat with TouchWiz are running “the show.” Users will have at their disposal features, such as S Health, power mode “Ultra-low” etc. The phone works with 2GB RAM in configuration with octa-core chip. The equipped processor is Exynos 5 Octa. It provides 32GB storage. If it seems too little for you, get ready to use cloud services because the model does not support microSD cards. On the rare panel is located a 12MP camera with LED flash and autofocus. On the face of the handset is placed a 2.1MP camera, excellent for video calls. Galaxy Alpha is provided with 1860mAh battery under the hood. It supports abundance of connectivity features, including the high-speed LTE Cat. 6. 

The first country that will announce the phone for sells is Russia. It is hitting the markets o 12^th of September. Just like the smartphone, the price is also premium. Customers should prepare around $690 for the unlocked device. In local currency, it costs RUB 25000. Most of the color versions of Galaxy Alpha appeared in leaks. It will be up-for-sales in Sleek Silver, Dazzling White, Charcoal Black, Frosted Gold and Scuba Blue. It has fingerprint scanner and heart rate sensor.

Source: Samsung
 

Pantech Vega Pop Up Note is the Upcoming Gladiator from Asia

Pantech is world-renowned for its high-end phabelets with impressive specs and capabilities. Therefore, it is not a surprise that the company is preparing an advanced large-sized smartphone that will arrive in the digit world to compete against the unannounced Samsung Galaxy Note 4. The name of the phablet is Pantech Vega Pop Up Note. It appears in leaks and rumors with its codename A920S. The device was revealed in a leak with photos and videos shared by the guys from Tinhte.vn.

The plus-size handset comes in a premium looking panel. The screen of Vega Pop Up Note is with 5.5-inch Full HD LCD with 1080p. The hardware power of the phablet comes from the quad-core processor ticking at 2.3GHz with Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chip paired with 2GB RAM. The 16GB internal memory assured out-of-the-box can be expanded with microSD cards. 

It has a 13MP camera sensor on the back. On the front lies a 2.1MP camera for selfies and video calls. The phablet supports a stylus. Among the extra features integrated in the model is a fingerprint sensor set on the rare panel. It will be used for unlocking of the phone. The Pantech Vega Pop Up Note supports LTE-A connectivity. 

few words at the end: Pantech Vega Pop Up Note is coming to compete against the most advanced phablets. We will wait and see whether the premium high-end handset will draw the interest of users.

Source: gforgames

Behind the Scenes with LG – Design Story of LG G3 in Video

LG G3 is a fascinating smartphone that fascinates at first glance. What makes the G3 such a special device? The answer is – everything. The secret for its magic is the perfect harmony between impressive premium-looking design, powerful processor and innovative software. It has everything you need, packed in a stylish shell with the perfect size and ergonomic shape to provide an exquisite use experience.

Are you curious about the manufacturing process of LG G3? The Korean manufacturer unveils a bit of the process for the creating of the flagship. Perfect in every detail, the model was one of the most impressive high-end gladiators in the digit world even before its debut in the end of May. 5.5-inch LCD QuadHD screen, Snapdragon 801 processor, Android 4.4.2 KitKat operating system, 13MP camera with dual-LED flash and support for the blazing fast LTE connectivity are only a little part of what LG G3 has to offer. Watch the video and enjoy.

few words at the end: LG G3 is the most impressive smartphone ever released from LG. 

Source: LG

Nokia Lumia 930 Fascinates in the First Video Ad

Nokia Lumia 930 is the twin of the Nokia Lumia Icon, the high-end Windows Phone-powered smartphone that was releases exclusively by Verizon. The model is already available for pre-orders in some countries with shipping time pointed as end of June or the beginning of July. It is endowed with a 5-inch AMOLED screen, 1080p. The pixel density is 441ppi and the display is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 3.

The powerful hardware consists of quad-core 2.2GHz CPU Snapdragon 800 and 2GB RAM. The phone has 32GB storage and the possibility to use cloud storage in case you need more. No microSD cards. The Lumia 930 runs on Windows Phone 8.1. It is promising to be the most advanced Windows Phone 8.1-powered device on the market until now. It is well-endowed with features and extras. The camera of the phone is a 20MP rare sensor with Carl Zeiss optics, dual-LED flash, optical image stabilization, and aperture with 1/2.5-inch. Did I mention that it is a PureView camera that Nokia integrated in its camera-phones? The front sensor is much more modest with 1.2MP.

The Nokia Lumia 930 supports a vast variety of connectivity features, such as Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G LTE, Bluetooth and GPS with turn-by-turn navigation. The model is one of the most capable and powerful handsets in the digit world today. Nokia has just launched the first promo video for the phone presenting all its advantages, from the awesome camera to the abundance of apps to the turn-by-turn navigation. The video follows three friends on their road-trip with the Nokia Lumia 930 on board to capture every special moment and beautiful sight. The launching of the phone is happening real soon.


Source: Nokia

More Privacy for Your Messages, Calls and Data - 6 Easy-To-Do Tips

Watch the video launched by Geoffrey A. Fowler, The Wall Street Journal with 6 easy-to-do tips that you can do with your smartphone in order to improve its  privacy.

Source:  Geoffrey A. Fowler, The Wall Street Journal

The First Wave of Android Wear-Powered Smartwatches

This year begun with a wave of announcements of new wearable tech – from smartwatches to smartbands and fitness trackers. There are even rumors for an upcoming smart ring. A lot of the models were introduced at CES 2014 in Las Vegas, USA. In the coming months it was becoming more and more clear that the 2014 will be the year of the blossom of wearable tech. The annual developers’ conference of Google, I/O 2014 took place in San Francisco, CA, USA last week. The company managed bring something exciting digit world once again with significant announcements, such as the new update of the Android’s platform – Android L, the first platform for wearable tech Android Wear and the Google Fit platform to name a few. The event became the stage for the debut of new smartwatches that are part of the new wave of wearable tech that will hit the markets before we know it. The upcoming devices have one thing in common – they all run on Android Wear. 

Rumors and leaks for LG G Watch revealed a lot of the mystery about the appearance, the specs and the capabilities of the advanced timepiece. The size of the gadget is 37.9 x 46.5 x 9.95mm and only 63 grams of weight. The model is water resistant and has IP67 certificate to prove it. The G Watch has a 1.65-inch IPS LCD screen. The resolution of the square display is 280x280p. Beneath the surface of the screen is ticking a Snapdragon 400 chip paired with 512MB RAM. 
It works with a cell with 400mAh capacity. LG G Watch connects with Android-powered smartphones running on 4.3 Jelly Bean or newer OS via Bluetooth 4.0. It boasts 9-axis sensors. It comes in Black Titan and White Gold at price of $229.99. The model will be released internationally. It is already available for pre-orders in theGoogle Play Store. Shipping date is scheduled for 3^rd of July. AT&T is one of the US mobile operators that will offer the device. 

Days before the I/O 2014 the first leak with more details for the Samsung Gear Live. This is not the first smartwatch of the company, but it is the first Android Wear-powered wearable tech that Samsung is releasing in a few weeks. It is armored with a 1.63-inch Super AMOLED screen, 320x320p. Just like the rival G Watch, the Gear Live is water and dust-resistant with IP67 certificate. It can be paired with tablets and smartphones working on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean OS. It is powered by a CPU clocked at 1.2GHz. There are 512MB RAM on board and 4GB native memory. It is provided with smaller battery compared to G Watch – a 300mAh cell. Among the special features in the timepiece is the heart rate monitor. It comes in Wine Red and Black color options. The price of the Samsung Gear Live is $199. It can be pre-ordered from the Google Play Store with shipping date set for 8^th of July.

Motorola is one of the companies that is working on a smartwatch running on the Android Wear. The Motorola Moto 360 with round face was revealed in a video at the I/O. The specs of the model are still a mystery. The demo video shows us some of the capabilities of the Moto 360. It is outfitted with stainless steel face and leather band. Users can observe the main functionality of the smartwatch and the navigation tricks. It supports the basic capabilities for most of the smartwatches today, such as to display notifications, to support the voice commands with “OK Google” etc. The releasing is expected “later this summer.”

 Last, but not least ASUS will join the family of Android Wear with its own model smartwatch. The information about it is very limited for now. Guys from Tech Crunch have spoken to sources that revealed that the smartwatch of ASUS is expected in Sepmber. It will be relatively affordable at price between $99 and $149. Rumors say that the gadget will be armored with AMOLED screen. Hopefully more rumors and leaks with details will surface in the coming weeks.

Let’s not forget that HTC is also getting ready to present its own smartwatch. The rumored name is HTC One Wear but the company has not confirmed anything yet, so armor yourself with patience and check the Fresh Digit News for the latest juicy news. 

few words at the end: the summer is already promising to be steaming hot in the arena of wearable tech in the digit world.

Source: LG, TechCrunch, Samsung,

Google Glass is Upgraded. Beta Glass is Available in the UK

Google is working hard to develop significant devices and software for the market for wearable devices. The Google Glass is the most famous high-end eye-wear that is yet to be announced by the company. As part of the Glass Explorer program, the wearable tech is getting more and more improved with each next update. 

The latest upgrade of the hardware of the Glass was introduced by Google just before the major event in the digit world – Google’s developers’ conference I/O 2014. The improvements in the Google Glass include a double boost of the RAM. The eye-wear now ships with 2GB RAM instead of 1GB in the earlier prototypes. The new version of the gadget enables more efficient way for taking photos. All the users need to do is to say “OK Glass, show the viewfinder” and like a magic the 4 white Ls will appear in the corners of the Glass to frame the photo you are shooting. 

As expected the eye-wear is enriched with more cards for Google Now – for example cards to remind you for the location where you have parked your vehicle.

In addition Google is rolling-out 12 dedicated apps for the Glass. Users will enjoy the abundance of applications from games, like Zombies Run! to training software etc. Hit the links in the source for more information about the app.

Few days before the upgrade was presented by Google, the news that the Glass is coming to the UK drew attention. Great Britain is the first country in the world beside the States that welcomes the Glass. Brits that want to buy the beta version of the eye-wear will pay £1000 for the wearable device. It is great to know that Google is enlarging the availability of the Glass even before it is officially announced, isn’t it?

few words at the end: improved performance, richer app library and expanding availability… are you impatient for the launching of the Glass, yet?
Source: +GoogleGlass (1), (2)

Say “Hello” to Nokia X2, the New Android-Based Entry-Level Smartphone

 Recently Nokia teased on its website the upcoming “Green with envy” device and it quickly fueled the rumors that the Nokia X2 is coming for its debut sooner than later. Earlier this year Nokia launched the first smartphones running on the Google’s Android. The predecessor of Nokia X2 is the Nokia X, reveals four months ago. The model was much anticipated by Nokia’s users who were not the biggest fans of the Windows Phone platform. The Nokia X2 is an upgrade of the older device in almost all aspects, from exterior to internals and capabilities. Speaking of exterior, the Nokia X2 brings a nice new feature that was absent in Nokia X – a home button beneath the screen.

The new phone is armored with a 4.3-inch screen with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels. Just for a comparison, the Nokia X is a 4-incher with the same resolution. In the gut of Nokia X2 is ticking a dual-core CPU with Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 chipset and 1GB RAM. It is provided with only 4GB storage. Users that need more memory can take advantage from the option to expand it via microSD slot. 
 

The platform pre-installed on the Nokia X2 reminds a lot to the Windows Phone OS. However it is the Android platform enriched in the style of Nokia and packed with some of the characteristic features for the company, like Nokia HERE. The phone does not support the Google’s services, but a lot of the Android apps from third parties are compatible with the model. The cameras that are integrated in the Nokia X2 are two – a 5MP sensor on the rare panel paired with a VGA camera on the face side. The connectivity features are the expected for the entry-level devices – Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-FI and 3G. An 1800mAh cell assured the juice for the handset. 

The new phone comes in bright color options – green, black, yellow, orange, white and matt dark grey. The launching and the availability of the smartphone are already announced. It costs $135 (€99) and it is already up-for-sales in some retailers. Nokia will release the phone globally. 

few words at the end: It is good that we didn’t have to wait a whole year for the launching of the upgrade of Nokia X. Nokia X2 is definitely a decent entry-level device armored with an extraordinary package of specs.

Source: Nokia Conversations

"It Moved with Me!" Amazon Fire Phone with Dynamic Perspective Enters the Digit World

Amazon announced that it will hold a big event on 18^th of June and right on time in Seattle the company unveiled its first model smartphone. The rumors that giant online retailer is working on its own handset have been lingering on the web for some time now. The earliest speculations and predictions suggested that Amazon might choose a similar path for the phones to its budget series tablets Kindle Fire. Some months ago it became clear that the company will enter the mobile arena with something special rather than with something cheap.

The leaks for the smartphone of Amazon made the hint for a very interesting device coming up in the digit world. The rumor mill was delivering more and more gossips and leaks about a phone with user interface with 3D effect, something unseen in the mobile arena until now. The anticipation and the excitement for the debut of the new handset were increasing with everyday and on 18^th of June we finally welcomed the Amazon Fire Phone.

The new device comes with a user interface named Dynamic Perspective. It is less exciting than what we expected to see but more interesting than what we are used to use with the current smartphones and flagships. The Dynamic Perspective UI works with four face cameras that track the movements of the eyes of the user. The features enable users to initiate actions via simple moving of the device. Those of you who remember the teaser video released by Amazon, one of the participants expressed the user experience with “it moved with me.”

The Amazon Fire Phone works with a 4.7-inch IPS screen with a resolution of 720p protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. It is powered by a 2.2GHz quad-core processor with Snapdragon 800 silicon. The phone is provided with 2GB RAM. It comes with a 13MP camera sensor on the rare panel that works as an ordinary camera. One of the special features provided by Amazon is the free unlimited photo storage on the Amazon’s Cloud Drive. The platform pre-installed on the handset is Amazon Fire OS which is the highly customized user interface of the company based on Android. As expected the retailer has added easy access to most of its services via the phone.

The connectivity features include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC and LTE support. The storage provided in the model is either 32GB or 64GB. There is no microSD slot for expansion, but even the 32GB variant should be more than enough to store your apps, music and files. The photos can be easily saved in the free cloud space. The battery that gives juicy to the phone is with a capacity of 2400mAh. Amazon has added great stereo speakers to the device. The earbuds have built-in magnets and tangle-free cable.

Amazon Fire Phone is already available for pre-orders from Amazon. It can be purchased either on contract from AT&T for $199 for the 32GB variant or at full retail price for $649. The new phone arrives in sleek black panel.

Source: Amazon

The New Outstanding Additions of Samsung – Galaxy Tab S 8.4 and Galaxy Tab S 10.5 Tablets

One of the biggest events from the last week in the digit world was the announcement of the first generation tablets of the new line Samsung Galaxy Tab S. What is so special about those models? The answer is easy – they are armored with impressive Super AMOLED displays. The main benefit for users is the superior visual experience delivered by the tablets with vivid colors with brilliant contrast and saturation. 

Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 and Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 bring all the goodies that Samsung traditionally provides for its high-end devices. This means that the tablets stand out with fascinating designs, powerful hardware, capable and modern software and plenty of innovative features. 

The smaller model is the 8.4-incher dubbed Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4. Just like its bigger sibling, the slate is dressed in ultra thin panel with dimensions 212.8 x 125.6 x 6.6 mm. The glass equipped in the tablet is Super AMOLED with WQXGA 2560 x 1600p resolution. For those of you that want more details for the display, I will mention that it features higher pixel density of 359ppi compared to the 288ppi for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.5. 

The processors integrated under the hood of both models are two variants. The models with LTE connectivity work with a quad-core CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 clocked at 2.3GHz. On the inside of the Wi-Fi-only tablets is ticking an octa-core processor with quad cores set at 1.3GHz and the other four quads ticking at 1,9GHz. There is 3GB RAM for brilliant performance. The options for storage in the tablets are two – either 16GB or 32GB memory (expandable). 

Both new tablets arrive with Android 4.4 KitKat OS pre-installed. Samsung has customized it with Magazine UX that brings some of the most popular features, like S Voice, Multi Windows split-screen view etc. The cameras of the first generation of the Galaxy Tab S line are very decent. On the back is provided 8MP sensor with LED flash while on the front stands a 2.1MP camera for video calls. The high-end devices support a broad range of connectivity features, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and 4G LTE for the particular enabled models. 

The difference in the size of the displays reflects on the difference in the capacity of the batteries. Galaxy Tab S 8.4 by a 4900mAh cell. The Galaxy Tab S 10.5 works with a 7900mAh battery. If I have to describe the availability of the tablets when they get launched in a few weeks, it will be – worldwide. The price of the Wi-Fi variant Galaxy Tab S 8.4 is $399 while the larger model will be available for $499. 

The innovative feature that is worth mentioning is the fingerprint scanner located at the Home button. The tablets will be offered in Titanium Bronze and Dazzling White with faux leather accents on the back plates. 

few words at the end: Galaxy Tab S are the first tablets of Samsung that deliver such an impressive visual experience for users.

Source: Samsung

LG QuickCircle Case for LG G3 Boasts Abundance of Capabilities

There are still few more days until the LG G3 officially enters the digit world. While we are waiting impatiently for the debut of the model scheduled for 27^th of May we can learn more about the extraordinary accessories that will be released along with it.

The LG QuickCircle Case is among the most interesting and multifunctional accessories for a smartphone ever presented in the digit world. It is a folder-style case packed with loads of capabilities. For example, users are able to send texts, receive calls, listen to music, check their health or check the date and the time without opening the case. The QuickCircle Case protects the LG G3. It emits a circular glow when it is closed so the user can easily navigate through the apps and features.

One of the main advantages of the QuickCircle Case is the Qi-support for wireless charging. The accessory will be offered in several color options: Indian Pink, Aqua Mint, Silk White, Metallic Black and Shine Gold. The QuickCircle Case is more advanced than the Quick Windows Case released for LG G2. The price of the new accessory is not revealed yet. LG released a promo-video for the extraordinary cover. 

Source: LG Newsroom

Windows 8.1-powered Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet Debuts in NYC

Awhile ago Microsoft made the hint that it will introduce a small-sized tablet to the series Surface. Therefore when the company announced the “Surface” event scheduled for 20^th of May all the clues were pointing that the Microsoft Surface mini will enter the tablets’ arena. 

The leaks and the rumors before the 20^th of May revealed a bit more about the specs of the upcoming slate and another very interesting thing – a new high-end tablet that will join the Surface family. The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is the successor of the Microsoft Surface Pro 2. The new model was the sole star at the event that took place in NYC, US yesterday. There is still no information when the Surface mini will be introduced in the digit world. We will wait and see.

The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 runs on Windows 8.1 Pro operating system. It sports a 12-inch display with ClearType tech. It boasts a resolution of 1440x2160p and aspect ration of 3:2. The model stands out with very slim body only 9.1mm thick and relatively light panel – 800 grams. The 5 announced variants of the Surface Pro 3 are powered by Intel i3, i5 and i7 chipsets and different amount of RAM and native memory.

• Intel Core i3, 4GB RAM, 64GB memory, costs $799
• Intel Core i5, 4GB RAM, 128GB memory, price-tag of $999
• Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB memory, at price of $1299
• Intel Core i7, 8GB RAM, 256GB memory, for $1549
• Intel Core i7, 8GB RAM, 512GB memory, offered for $1949

It arrives with a 5MP on the back and VGA camera on the front panel. The slate has microSD slot for expansion of the storage. Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is available for pre-orders. It is scheduled for launch in the US on 20^th of June. The tablet will land on the global markets later in the summer. The slate arrives with a Surface Pen provided as part of the package. The Type Cover accessory will bring you a similar experience to laptop. 
 

Source: Surface

BlackBerry Z3 Lands on the Markets in Indonesia

BlackBerry Z3 or as it is more famous BlackBerry Jakarta is officially the new mid-ranger that lands on the market of Indonesia. The phone is especially designed and purposed for sales in Indonesia. It packs a 5-inch screen with a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels. In the heart of the entry-level device is ticking a dual-core processor with 1.2GHz power and 1.5GB RAM. It features 8GB native storage and microSD slot for cards.

The camera of BlackBerry Z3 is 5MP on the back. There is a camera for video calls as well – with the modest 1.1MP. The platform running on the smartphone is its main advantage – the new BlackBerry 10 OS. It works with a 2500mAh battery under the hood. The price of the phone is around $120 with signed contract. It is offered by three of the biggest mobile operators in Indonesia.

 

Watch the official video of the unboxing of BlackBerry Z3 and the newest ad for the phone released in the country.

New ad for BlackBerry Z3

Source: BlackBerry, Indosat (1), (2) via Nerdberry, Crackberry

The Most Attractive Cheap Smartphone – the Moto E Debuts in the Digit World

Motorola Moto E gives new meaning to the word “cheap.” The phone arrived on the mobile arena at two events held in India and the UK. It is the newest addition to the Motorola’s family designed for users that want a capable smartphone at low price. The Moto E is “Made to Last. Priced for All.”

It is appealing, it is affordable and it is packed with loads of modern specs and capabilities that make it one of the most attractive mid-rangers available today. The Moto E is a very compact device with dimensions of 124.8 x 64.8 x 12.3mm and 140 grams of weight. It fits perfectly in the hand and can be carried around even in small pockets. The screen of the Moto E is smaller than the models we are used to see in the last 12 months.

It comes with a 4.3-inch screen with a resolution of 540 x 960p. Lately this size of the phones is popular for the mini models. The Motorola Moto E is tough with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 glass to protect the screen. The handset is great for everyday use and provides excellent performance for the functions you will need it thanks to the dual-core 1.2GHz CPU, Snapdragon 200 chip and 1GB RAM. In terms of native memory provided in the phone not everyone will be happy with the modest 4GB out-of-the-box. The microSD slot does make the things better with the option for expansion of the storage.

The operating system that “does the magic” for Moto E is the latest update of the Google’s Android, meaning that users can enjoy the goodies of 4.4 KitKat even if they don’t spend hundreds of dollars for the latest flagships of the companies. It is armored with one camera - a 5MP sensor on the rare panel. The connectivity possibilities of Moto E include the full package of features typical for mid-rangers – 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS. No LTE .. but let’s not get greedy!

For those of you that insist for LTE connectivity, Motorola unveiled the Motorola Moto G LTE for international markets at price of $219 in the US. It will be available worldwide.

The battery of Motorola Moto E is 1980mAh. It assures long battery life for the device so you can enjoy your day without rushing to find the charger. Moto E is adorned in many colors thanks to the removable backplates. Motorola offers plenty of options for users that love colors. 

The phone is hitting the international markets at price of $129 (£89 in the UK) contact-free, unlocked, no commitment…. you got it. 

Source: Motorola

Promo Video of LG G Watch

LG is one of the companies that are working on its own model smartwatch. According to the latest rumors for the wearable tech, it seems that everything is going by plan and hopefully we will soon see the LG G Watch. The company released a video-teaser that gives us a glimpse on the appearance and the capabilities of the new device. Among the features of the LG G Watch are the Android Wear platform and the water-proof body. LG remains secretive about the hardware of the smartwatch

What we know is that it will be compatible with Android-running devices and it will be “ready for anything, anytime with a single charge.” The G Watch sports a modern design and it is made from metal. The new wearable tech will hit the markets in Q2 2014. This means we will not wait much longer for the debut of the smartwarch.

The expectations for the price of the G Watch suggest around $300. It will compete against the newest advanced timepieces by the companies, like Samsung Gear 2. 

Source:  LG Mobile Global (YouTube)

OnePlus One is Here - Smash the Past

Last week a new gladiator entered the mobile arena – the OnePlus One with slick design with metal frame, attractive appearance and even more attractive package of specs and capabilities. OnePlus is a manufacturer based in China, and the OnePlus One is its first flagship. The company has been releasing teasers about the model for months before it finally took the wraps off from the handset.

The OnePlus One sports a 5.5-inch screen with a 1080p resolution. It provides 401ppi pixel density and 178 degree viewing angles. The display is protected with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The model is powered by a quad-core processor with Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chip ticking at 2.5GHz coupled at 3GB. It is provided with two options for the storage, either 16GB or 64GB. There is no microSD slot for expansion of the memory. Among the key features of the smartphone is its rare camera with 13MP armored with Sony Exmor IMX214 lens, dual LED flash and f/2.0 aperture. On the front panel is located a 5MP camera for video calls and selfies. The operating system running on the OnePlus One is CyanogenMod 11S which is based on the Android 4.4 KitKat platform. The phone supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, 3G and 4G LTE. It comes in two colors, Sandstone Black and Silk White. Did I mention that the exterior of the phone is rather appealing?

The model will be released worldwide. Among the first countries that will welcome the phone are Belgium, Austria, Finland, Denmark, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Sweden, the UK, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, US and Taiwan. The price of the 16GB version is $299 (€269) while the 64GB model costs $349 (€299).

Are you interested in buying OnePlus One? If yes, you can participate in the OnePlus One Phone Smash program. The company gives the possibility to 100 customers to buy the 16GB unit for $1 and the smashing of your own phone. The elgible devices for the program are:

• Apple: iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s
• BlackBerry: BlackBerry Z10, BlackBerry Z30
• HTC: HTC One (M7), HTC One (M8) HTC One max
• LG: LG G2, LG G2 Pro, LG G Flex, LG Nexus 5
• Motorola: Motorola Moto X
• Nokia: Nokia Lumia 1020, Nokia Lumia 1520, Nokia Lumia 925, Nokia Lumia 920
• Samsung: Samsung Galaxy Note II, Samsung Galaxy Note 3, Samsung Galaxy S III, Samsung Galaxy S 4, Samsung Galaxy S5
• Sony: Sony Xperia Z, Sony Xperia Z1, Sony Xperia Z2, Sony Xperia Z Ultra

You can apply for the program until 2^nd of May – HERE. Do not smash your device before you have confirmation that you are one of the 100 chosen candidates. Among the requirements for applicants are to be 18 years old or older and to be residents of any of the following countries:

• Austria
• Belgium
• Canada
• Denmark
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Hong Kong
• Italy
• Netherlands
• Portugal
• Spain
• Sweden
• Taiwan
• United Kingdom
• United States

Good luck to everyone that participates!

Source: PhoneDog