Samsung reportedly working on a smartwatch with fingerprint scanner and payment solution

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Monday, September 29, 2014

Lately, Samsung launched the Gear S with a curved display and the device is yet to hit the retail stores across the world. Now, there is information claiming that the South Korean tech giant is already working on an upcoming smartwatch model with a built-in fingerprint scanner. 

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Google and Airtel reportedly in talks to bring Play Store carrier billing in India

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Search engine giant Google is in talks with the leading Indian telecom operator Airtel to provide Play Store carrier billing support in the country, claims an The Economic Times report. Carrier billing support will let Android users to pay for the downloaded applications, other content and in-app purchases via their service provider rather than using other payment modes such as debit or credit cards.

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Google to introduce default data encryption with Android L to ensure security

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Reportedly Google will step up the security efforts on Android and pave way for device encryption by default. A Wall Street Journal report states that the search engine giant will release the Android L platform in October for the first time with encrypting data by default. This move will provide Google an additional layer of security on the user’s personal and sensitive data that are stored on the smartphones.

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HTC Desire 820, Desire 820Q and Desire 816G with Android 4.4 KitKat, 13MP rear camera launched in India

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HTC has officially launched the successor of Desire 816 smartphone in the Indian market on Tuesday. Dubbed as HTC Desire 820, the smartphone was originally announced earlier this month at the IFA 2014 trade show in Berlin. HTC has also launched the quad-core variant of Desire 820 in the country and is dubbed as HTC Desire 820Q. The vendor has also launched a cheaper variant of Desire 816 called the Desire 816G.

HTC Desire 820

New Motorola Moto X launched in India for Rs. 31,999, Leather and Bamboo variants priced at Rs. 33,999

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Sunday, September 28, 2014

After launching the new Moto G in the country earlier this month, Motorola has finally launched the new Moto X in the Indian market. The new Moto X was originally unveiled earlier this month and comes with high-end specifications and improved build quality compared to its predecessor. The smartphone comes in black colours with aluminum frame along with leather and wood back variants.

New Moto X

Sony Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact launched in India for Rs. 51,990 and Rs. 44,990

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Sony has officially took the wraps off the Xperia Z3 series of smartphone in the Indian market on Thursday at an press event held in New Delhi. The series include Sony Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact. Originally introduced at IFA 2014 trade show earlier this month, the Xperia Z3 comes in white, black and copper colours and the Z3 Compact in white, black, orange and green colours.

Sony Xperia Z3

Samsung Galaxy Alpha with 6.7mm thickness, metal frame officially launched in India for Rs. 39,990

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Samsung has officially launched its first metal-frame Android smartphone in the Indian market recently. Dubbed as Samsung Galaxy Alpha, the smartphone comes with unique metal frame body and is just 6.7mm thick. The Galaxy Alpha was officially introduced last month. The smartphone comes in Charcoal Black, Dazzling White, Frosted Gold, Sleek Silver and Scuba Blue colours and is priced at Rs. 39,990.


Next batch of Android One smartphones to be announced in India by December end

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Wednesday, September 24, 2014

Google left no stone unturned with the launch of the Android One initiative in the Indian market. These devices were initially made available with the first hardware partners including Micromax, Karbonn and Spice priced under Rs 7,000. With the overwhelming response for this lineup, it appears like these vendors along with more will be working with Google to launch the second batch of Android One smartphones in the country soon.

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Samsung Galaxy A5 (SM-A500) live images and specifications leaked online

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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Reports regarding an affordable variant of the metal clad Samsung Galaxy Alpha have been surfacing since past few weeks. The South Korean firm was alleged to be prepping a mid-ranger with the model number SM-A500. Now, SamMobile has revealed that the upcoming SM-A500 will be dubbed as Samsung Galaxy A5, and has also leaked the first live images of the same.

Samsung Galaxy A5

LG G3 Beat with 5-inch display, laser-auto focus camera launched in India for Rs. 25,000

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After getting spotted online for pre-order couple of weeks back, LG last week officially took the wraps off the LG G3 Beat in the Indian market. LG G3 Beat is the miniature variant of the G3 and comes with mid-range specifications. The G3 Beat comes in  Metallic Black, Silk White and Shine Gold colours and is priced at Rs. 25,000. The smartphone is now available across the country.

LG G3 Beat

Samsung Galaxy S5 and Galaxy Note 4 reported to receive Android L update by year end

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Monday, September 22, 2014

The upcoming iteration of Google’s operating system, Android L is one of the biggest update of Android. It is considered best as it would bring many new design aspects and significant features such as lock screen notifications, support for 64-bit processors and more. With Android L going to be released in October or November, you might be eager to know when your device will be getting the same update.

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Screenshots of Google Play Store 5.0 with material design leaked

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Sunday, September 21, 2014

Google might soon roll out a new iteration of the Play Store app v5.0 with the company’s Material Design concept, suggests the screenshots of the early build that have been leaked. The search engine giant appears to bring more vivid colors to the already Material Design guided Play Store app to provide a splendid visual feel.

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Android Silver program reportedly delayed for numerous reasons

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Rumors regarding the Android Silver program have been circulating all over the web for quite sometime. Now, there is some information suggesting that the program has been put on hold. According to a report by TheInformation, there are a few main reasons for Google to be holding the Android Silver project and one of them is the departure of Google’s Chief Business Officer Nikesh Arora in July.

Android Silver

Panasonic Lumix Smart Camera CM1 with high-end specs and 1-inch camera sensor officially announced

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Panasonic started off with its smartphone business for quite sometime, but its Eluga branded devices did not shine as they were expected to. Understanding the massive competition that exists in the smartphone market, the vendor has introduced an Android powered camera dubbed Lumix Smart Camera CM1 at the Photokina 2014.

Panasonic Lumix Smart Camera CM1

Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime with 5MP front camera images and specifications leaked

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Clicking selfies is the latest trend and the self portrait shots have become the most popular type of photos these days. Understanding this, many manufacturers are coming up with selfie focused smartphones that will keep trend going. It appears like Samsung is one such vendor as it announced the Galaxy Note 4 will such selfie focused front-facer and now, the Galaxy Grand Prime leak also suggests the same.

Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime

Oppo to announce N3 on October 29th, alleged renders leaked revealing rotating camera

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China based Oppo is in the tech headlines lately as the vendor came up with couple of teasers suggesting the unveiling of its upcoming camera centric smartphone – Oppo N3. Early this week, the manufacturer has revealed the third teaser declaring the launch of the N3 at an event in Singapore next month. Now, the company has started sending out press invites for attending an event on October 29th, where it will be unveiling the N3.

Oppo N3 press invite

NVIDIA legal documents confirm HTC Nexus 9, pegged for Q3 launch

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Saturday, September 20, 2014

Rumors regarding an HTC made Nexus tablet codenamed Volantis have been circulating all over the tech world for quite sometime. However, the existence of the tablet remained a mystery. But not anymore as those folks at Bright Side of News have revealed that the HTC-made Nexus 9 tablet does really exist and also confirms its release timeframe.

Google Nexus 9

Sony Xperia E3 and E3 Dual with 4.5-inch display launched in India for Rs. 11,990 and Rs. 12,990

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Thursday, September 18, 2014

Sony has officially launched a new mid-range Android smartphone in the Indian market recently. Dubbed as Sony Xperia E3 and Xperia E3 Dual, the smartphones were originally announced earlier this month at the IFA 2014 tradeshow. Sony Xperia E3 comes in black and white colour and is priced at Rs. 11,990, whereas the Dual -SIM variant E3 comes in black, white and lime colours and is priced at Rs. 12,990.

Sony Xperia E3

Google Play Newsstand paid content now available in India, offline access for YouTube coming soon

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Tuesday, September 16, 2014

While announcing the Android One smartphones in India, Google also revealed its plans of brining offline access to YouTube and paid Play Newsstand content in the country soon. There is no clear picture on when the offline access for YouTube will be rolled out, but it is believed to happen soon. As, Google has made the Play Newsstand live in India.

Google Play Newsstand

Micromax Canvas A1 Android One smartphone launched in India for Rs. 6,499, retailing exclusively on Amazon.in

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Monday, September 15, 2014

It's not only Spice and Karbonn, Micromax has also announced its first Android One smartphone in the country earlier today. Called Micromax Canvas A1, the smartphone was first teased back in June at the Google I/O 2014. Like other Android One smartphones, the Canvas A1 also comes with entry-level specifications. The smartphone comes in black and white colours and is priced at Rs. 6,499.

Micromax Canvas A1

Karbonn Sparkle V Android One smartphone launched in India for Rs. 6,399, now available from Snapdeal

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After Spice comes the Karbonn Android One smartphone. Karbonn has officially launched its first Android One smartphone in the country today. Dubbed as Karbonn Sparkle V, the smartphone comes with similar Dream UNO like specs and is priced at Rs. 6,399. The only difference between Spice Dream UNO and Karbonn Sparkle V is the design and build of the device.

Karbonn Sparkle V

Spice Dream UNO Mi-498 Android One smartphone launched in India for Rs. 6,299, now available from Flipkart

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Google has finally launched the Android One initiative in the Indian market. The first and the cheapest of three Android One smartphones that are launched in India is the Spice Dream UNO. The smartphone was spotted on Flipkart recently and comes with entry-level specifications. The Spice Dream UNO comes in black and white colours and is priced at Rs. 6,299.

Spice Dream UNO

Google launches Android One smartphones in India, starting at Rs. 6,299

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As expected, Google has officially took the wraps off the Android One lineup of smartphones at an event in India earlier today. Android One is the initiative announced by Google in June at I/O 2014, in an attempt to reach the 'next 5 billion users' who don't currently own a smartphone. The first wave of Android One smartphones include Micromax Canvas A1, Karbonn Sparkle V and Spice Dream UNO with all featuring similar specifications.



Spice Android One Dream UNO, first Android One smartphone appears on Flipkart priced at Rs. 6,999

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Sunday, September 14, 2014

Since the announcement of Android One program back at Google I/O in June, we have been hearing a lot about the first Android One smartphones to launch in India sometime in September. Lately, Google started sending out press invites to the Indian tech press media for attending an event on September 15th, where the search engine giant will be debuting the first Android One smartphones in the country manufactured by Karbonn, Micromax and Spice.

Spice Android One Dream UNO

HTC's smartwatch plan confusion, Huawei confirms Android Wear smartwatch for 2015

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Saturday, September 13, 2014

While many big tech players had numerous launches at the IFA 2014 tech show that got over last week, Taiwan based HTC did not have much to announce. The vendor took the wraps off its Desire 820 smartphone, but the long rumored Android Wear based wearable was not seen. As the IFA could have been the platform for the release of the smartwatch, it appears like HTC will not be launching it anytime soon.

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Samsung working on SM-A500 smartphone with full metal body, specifications leaked

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Ever since the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Alpha, Note 4 and Note Edge there are speculations that the maker will be coming up with more such metallic devices. Recently, it was revealed that the firm will be launching three new devices in the A-lineup of smartphones. Now, a new smartphone with the model number SM-A500 has been leaked tipping it could be one of the metallic phones in tow.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 and Snapdragon 208 processors for entry level devices announced

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Popular chip maker Qualcomm that is known for its Snapdragon lineup of chipsets has come up with couple of the low-end offerings – Snapdragon 210 and Snapdragon 208 respectively. It appears like the firm is aiming to dominate the entry-level smartphone and tablet market segments with these chipsets.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 210

Google Play Store’s 2-hours Paid App and Game refund window goes official

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Last month, it was noted that Google was not implementing its 15 minutes refund window on the Google Play strictly. While it was claimed to be 15 minutes, the actual window was closer to 2 hours. Now, the company has officially confirmed that the return period for the Google Play applications and games is 2 hours.

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LG G Watch R reported to go on sale starting October 14th carrying a hefty price tag

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The second generation LG smartwatch called LG G Watch R powered by Android Wear that went official ahead of the IFA 2014 tradeshow is reported to go on sale starting from October 14th. Well, it was the German branch of the South Korean tech tycoon that has revealed that the smartwatch will be released next month.

LG G Watch R

Android Wear upcoming updates to bring support for GPS, Bluetooth Headsets and Custom Watch Faces

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Friday, September 12, 2014

Google has revealed the details regarding the updates and planned features of the newly introduced Android Wear platform. According to an official blog post, the firm is planning for two updates for Android Wear in the coming months and claims that all the Android Wear based wearable devices will receive them. There is no word on exact-time frame for the update.

Android Wear smartwatches

Next generation HTC-made Nexus tablet official keyboard case details leakd

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Rumours are pouring in regarding the next generation Nexus tablet that is believed to be made by HTC. While the tablet codenamed Flounder or Volantis has surfaced in a plethora of leaks, this time it is in the headlines as Google is believed to provide a different accessory called Keyboard Folio case with this long awaited device, claims an Android Police report.

Nexus Keyboard Folio Case

Android 4.4.4 KitKat update now rolling out for Sony Xperia Z, ZL, ZR and Tablet Z; Xperia M, C, L and SP to stay on Jelly Bean

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Sony has started rolling out the Android 4.4.4 KitKat update for slew of its Xperia Z series smartphones along with the Xperia Tablet Z. The update is rolling out for Sony Xperia Z, Xperia ZL and Xperia ZR smartphones. The 4.4.2 KitKat update for the above mentioned devices was rolled out back in May. As always, the update is rolling out over-the-air and also via Sony PC companion.

Android KitKat

LG G3 Beat with 5-inch display, G3-like design available for pre-order in India for Rs. 24,999

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Thursday, September 11, 2014

LG launched its flagship Android smartphone the LG G3 in the county earlier this year in July. Now, the vendor is ready to launch the miniature variant of the G3 in the Indian market. Dubbed as LG G3 Beat, the smartphone is now available for pre-order from online retailer Infibeam. The G3 Beat comes in a slew of color options which include Metallic Black, Silk White and Shine Gold and is priced at Rs. 24,999.

LG G3 Beat

Nokia X2 with 4.3-inch display, Snapdragon 200 processor launched in India for Rs. 8,699

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Microsoft has officially launched the second-generation Nokia X-series smartphone in the country last week. Dubbed as Nokia X2, the smartphone is the last Android-powered Nokia device launched by Microsoft as Microsoft has announced back in July that it is killing the Nokia X-series Android Phones lineup in favor of Windows Phone. Nokia X2 comes in glossy green, orange, black, yellow, white and matt dark grey colours and is priced at Rs, 8,699.

Nokia X2


Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini launched in India for Rs. 26,499, now available exclusively from Flipkart

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Wednesday, September 10, 2014

As expected, Samsung on Tuesday officially announced the launch of the miniature variant of the Galaxy S5 in the Indian market. Dubbed as Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini, the smartphone is exclusively available from online retailer Flipkart. The Galaxy S5 Mini comes in Charcoal Black, Shimmery White, Electric Blue and Copper Gold colours and is priced at Rs. 26,499.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Mini

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active with 8-inch display, IP67 certification officially announced

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Samsung took a step forward and on Thursday officially took the wraps off its first rugged Galaxy tablet called the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active. The Galaxy Tab Active is Samsung's first water and dust resistant tablet. The Galaxy Tab Active comes in Titanium Green colour with Protective cover and C-Pen. There is no word on pricing or availability details yet.

Samsung Galaxy Tab Active


HTC Desire 820 with 5.5-inch display, 64-bit Snapdragon 615 processor, 8MP front camera officially announced

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Tuesday, September 9, 2014

As expected, HTC has officially took the wraps off the HTC Desire 820, the successor of Desire 816 at the IFA 2014 tradeshow last week. The smartphone is the company's first phone to come with 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor. The Desire 820 comes in range of colours including Marble White, Tuxedo Grey (matte), Santorini White, Milky-way Grey, Tangerine White, Saffron Grey, Flamingo Grey, Blue Mist and Monarch Orange.

HTC Desire 820

Micromax Canvas Nitro with 5-inch display, octa-core processor, 13MP camera launched in India for Rs. 12,990

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Monday, September 8, 2014

Micromax has officially announced the launch of its all new flagship Android smartphone in the Indian market earlier today at an event in New Delhi. Dubbed as Micromax Canvas Nitro, the smartphone comes with mid-range specs at an agressive price. The Canvas Nitro comes in Mesmerising Blue and Pristine White colours and is priced at just Rs. 12,990.

Micromax Canvas Nitro

Motorola unveils Moto Hint bluetooth headset and Moto Power Pack Micro portable battery accessories

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Sunday, September 7, 2014

Amidst the excitement prevailing around the announcement of the new Moto X, new Moto G and Android Wear based Moto 360, the vendor has unveiled a pair of accessories. The accessories are called Moto Hint and Motorola Power Pack Micro that could be useful tools for the new Moto X and all Bluetooth-enabled smartphones.

Moto Hint

New Moto G with 5-inch display, 8MP camera launched in India, now available from Flipkart for Rs. 12,999

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Saturday, September 6, 2014

After announcing the next generation Moto G smartphone on Friday, Motorola simultaneously launched the same in the Indian market. The company has launched the dual-SIM variant of the new Moto G in the country. Motorola won't be selling the single-SIM variant in the Indian market. The smartphone comes in black and white colours and is priced at Rs. 12,999 for the 16GB variant, no 8GB version.

Moto G

Second generation Moto X with 5.2-inch display, Snapdragon 801 SoC officially announced, India launch later this month

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After a long wait, Motorola on Friday along with new Moto G and Moto 360 also took the wraps off the next generation Moto X smartphone. The new Moto X comes with high-end specifications and improved build quality compared to its predecessor. The smartphone comes in black and white colours with aluminum frame and 25 back finishes including leather and wood via Moto Maker.

New Moto X

Second generation Moto G with 5-inch display, Snapdragon 400 processor, 8MP camera officially announced

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After series of leaks and rumours, Motorola on Friday officially took the wraps off the next generation Moto G smartphone. The smartphone is the successor of last year announced Moto G and comes with bigger screen, upgraded camera and more. Moto G comes in black and white colours, and in single-SIM and dual-SIM variants.

New Moto G


Moto 360 circular Android Wear powered smartwatch official, priced at $249; launching soon in India

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Android Wear powered one of the first smartwatch to debut was the Moto 360 in March. Although Motorola announced the Moto 360 in March, the company didn't revealed the specifications and pricing of the same. Today, Motorola has finally took the wraps off the Moto 360 revealing every single detail that you had want.

Moto 360

Sony QX1 and QX30 cyber-shot lens style cameras officially announced

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Friday, September 5, 2014

Sony has been in full swing at the IFA 2014 tech show happening in Berlin as the vendor took the wraps off a slew of offerings. Besides launching the highly anticipated Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact, Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact and Xperia E3 along with SmartWatch 3, the Japanese vendor announced two QX Cyber-Shot lens style cameras as well.

Sony QX30

Samsung Gear VR virtual reality headset unleashed at IFA 2014

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At the UNPACKED Episode 2 event in Berlin, Samsung not only launched two phablets, the Galaxy Note 4 and the Galaxy Note Edge, but it also took the wraps of its first ever VR headset. The device dubbed Samsung Gear VR was unveiled at the event on Wednesday. To launch this device, Samsung partnered with Oculus, a firm behind the Oculus Rift headset and the hardware is from Samsung, while the technical and software aspects are contributed by Oculus.

Samsung Gear VR

Asus ZenWatch powered by Android Wear and MeMO Pad 7 with 64-bit processor officially announced

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Thursday, September 4, 2014

Taiwanese tech vendor Asus has been teasing its first Android Wear smartwatch dubbed as Asus ZenWatch for quite sometime and on Wednesday at the IFA 2014 tradeshow in Berlin the firm has officially debuted the device. Alongside the Android Wear powered ZenWatch, Asus has also launched the MeMO Pad 7 tablet.

Asus ZenWatch

Sony SmartWatch 3 running on Android Wear and SmartBand Talk with E-ink display officially announced

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Adding to the barrage of news from the IFA 2014 tech show is the slew of launches that Sony has made. Other than the highly anticipated announcements such as Xperia Z3, the firm has also taken the wraps off two wrist options in an attempt to grace the smartwatch market. These two wearable devices are the SmartWatch 3 and SmartBand Talk respectively.

Sony SmartWear

Sony Xperia E3 with 4.5-inch display, Snapdragon 400 processor, Android 4.4 KitKat officially announced

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Along with Sony Xperia Z3 series, the Japanese tech giant also unveiled a new mid-range Android smartphone dubbed as Sony Xperia E3 at the IFA 2014 event on Wednesday. The smartphone as said comes with mid-range specs and has 4G LTE connectivity too. Sony Xperia E3 comes in two version, single SIM and dual SIM, and would be available globally starting Autumn 2014 in white, black, lime and copper colours.

Sony Xperia E3

Sony Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact and Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact officially announced

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Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Sony at IFA 2014 has officially took the wraps off the Xperia Z3 series of devices. The series include Sony Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact and the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. According to Sony, the Xperia Z3 comes in white, black, copper and silver green colours, with Z3 Compact in white, black, orange and green colours and lastly the Z3 Tablet Compact in white and black colours.

Sony Xperia Z3 Series


Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Galaxy Note Edge with curved display officially announced

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South Korean tech titan Samsung has officially took the wraps off the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 at Samsung Unpacked Episode 2 event in Berlin. Along with the Galaxy Note 4, Samsung has also debuted the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge with curved Edged screen. The Galaxy Note 4 will be available in Charcoal Black, Frost White, Bronze Gold and Blossom Pink colours in global markets starting October, whereas the Galaxy Note Edge will be available in Charcoal Black and Frost White colours in select markets later this year.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4

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