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Sprint’s Sharp Aquos Crystal to Sweep You off Your Feet

Sharp’s first U.S. Aquos-brand smartphone has been launched and is available on the Sprint network now. The phone may not boast an abundance of jazzy specifications but is extremely elegant. The beautiful edge-to-edge screen looks very beautiful and evokes a delightful user response. The phone displays a 5-inch screen and weighs 4.9 ounces. However, it is still not as thin as its specifications make it appear. Also, the LCD screen of the phone has 1280×720 resolution and the phone is indeed thicker than Apple’s iPhone 5S.

Once you have taken a look at the stunning screen, it becomes crystal clear that the Sharp Aquos Crystal is an attractive LTE smartphone. The 8-megapixel main camera and 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera simply doesn’t have a lot of gee-whiz features and therefore the camera specifications do not seem to appeal to the new generation.

The operating system used in the phone is Android 4.2.2 (KitKat), which yields a great user experience. The back of the phone is beautifully curved and is made of hard plastic. For the graphic freaks, the handset promises a slot for a micro-SD card to upgrade the storage space. The weird part in this small machine is that its battery is not removable, which is a rare phenomenon among Android phones.

Some extremely useful as well as likeable features have been included in this handset by Sprint and Sharp. For instance, you can capture a screenshot of any page such as the home screen, running applications, the browser etc. by simply maneuvering your finger from the upper left hand corner diagonally on the screen. The image thus captured instantly gets stored in the gallery from where you can access it and share it ahead. Adding to the delightful features of this really smart gadget is a feature with which the phone can be put to sleep with a shake and can be woken up by sliding your finger up from just below the bottom edge of the screen. Such great features that require you to simply swipe your fingers across the screen do save the time wasted in clicking and accessing folders to complete a task.

For more information, visit http://mashable.com/2014/08/19/sprint-sharp-aquos-crystal

Samsung Unveils Plans to Launch 3-Sided Smartphone

Despite the growing dominance of the Xiaomi, Samsung continues to maintain a healthy lead in the Smartphone world. Xiaomi fever may be upon us, but their chief rival Samsung is not standing idle. According to a report on CNET, Samsung is preparing to release its three-sided smartphone in the second half of next year.

If the LG’s decision to put volume control buttons on the back of its Smartphone was a little baffling to you, then Samsung’s 3-sided Smartphone may just blow your mind. This upcoming 3-sided Smartphone screen will utilize a plastic substrate that is limited in quantity. And if released by the end of this year, it will most likely be finite to Korean audiences. Unlike other smartphones with curved screens such as LG G Flex, the patented prototype has a convex shaped display screen.

A three-sided display phone just might be what Kim Hyeon Jun, executive manager at Samsung’s Wireless Business Division, had been foreshadowing during Samsung’s second-quarter earnings conference call. “While I cannot mention specifics, we are planning on unveiling an innovative large-screen flagship model, an attractive phone that takes advantage of cutting-edge materials,” he said.

Its extra display screen space will be used to display the charging meter, bookmarks, and other important information. Most importantly, the extra space on the edges will be touch sensitive, letting users access multi-touch quick actions and resizing/reimagining the slide-to-unlock gesture as side-mounted. So far Apple, the technology giant, is the only Smartphone maker that’s using 64-bit chips, but Samsung is set on joining the party.

‘Kyushik Hong, vp of marketing for Samsung’s LSI business told CNET that Samsung is “very actively working” on 64-bit right now.’ The European version of the Note 4 will feature Samsung’s new Exynos 5433 chip, while the North American, Korean, Chinese and Japanese market will get a Snapdragon 805 processor.

Rumors say the new three-sided Smartphone will show its multiple faces either by the end of this year or in the second half of the next year.

Apple, Be Alert: Xiaomi Mi 3 is Enchanting People Globally

Recently, the Chinese Smartphone maker, Xiaomi, made a grand entry into the Smartphone world with its candy bar phone – Mi 3. The company is known for its tactics of selling batches of new devices on online stores (such as Weibo, flipkart, etc.). It’s selling handheld devices in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and is planning to enter ten more countries by the end of this year. According to reports, the Chinese company, Xiaomi, is outpacing Apple on sales in the gigantic, hypercompetitive market.

Accelerate your life with Xiaomi’s candy bar phone – Mi 3

Camera

Chinese smartphones

Xiaomi packs a bigger 13 megapixel sensor in the Mi 3, which is better than the 8 megapixels found on the Nexus 5 or the iPhone 5S. The Mi 3 has an improved camera interface that amazingly supports new shooting modes and adds HRD in videos. This smartphone captures amazing photos in low light with its super-large Exmor sensor and an f/2.2 aperture. The built-in dual-LED flash quickly adds the perfect lighting to make your subject appealing.

Processor

The Xiaomi Mi3’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 8274AB 2.3GHz processor has amazing computing power and it delivers a great effect on tasks such as photo sharing, video loading, surfing the internet, and more. Experience your favorite games and videos at blazing speed with Mi3 Smartphone.

Design and Display

The display is the mirror of every Smartphone that keeps it in the front row. Without a notworthy display, we can’t talk about any other design features. Its full-screen, anti-glare coating gives you high screen readability wherever you go. The Mi3 is 8.1mm thin and houses an aluminium-magnesium alloy frame coated with three layers of thermal graphite.

On Tuesday, this powerful Smartphone dubbed “Apple of China,” made its entry into India through an exclusive partnership with Flipkart. For more information, visit http://mashable.com/2013/10/15/xiaomi-mi3-smartphone-presale/

Four Can’t-Miss Android Smartphones

Smartphone – The new frontier for accessing the internet, sending and receiving messages, and more.

Whenever we talk about Smartphones, the first thing that strikes our mind is their operating system. In the field of Smartphones, Android has always been recognized as a supreme operating system. It has more phone activations, features, and functionalities than its rival iOS from Apple. In this blog, we’ve rounded up the best Android-based Smartphones for 2014. Let’s have a quick look.

Xperia Z1 Compact

According to Sony, the Xperia Z1 compact is more water-resistant than its previous model. This Android-based Smartphone embraces all features of the highly acclaimed Xperia Z1, but offered in perfectly palm-sized proportions. This dust-resistant and waterproof device is both sleek and durable from every angle.

Sony Xperia Z1 Compact – Key specifications

1. The resolution of the camera has increased to 20.7MP, from 13MP in the Z. It also includes a 2 MP front-facing camera.

2. Its camera has 5-inch display just like the Xperia Z.

3. 2GHz quad-core Qualcomm MSM8974 processor along with 2GB RAM.

4. 32GB of inbuilt storage.

LG G3

The LG G3 is the mainstream Smartphone with a Quad HD display screen, which has a 2,560 x 1,440 resolution for a pixel density of 538 ppi. It has a white dual LED flash similar to the one found on the HTC One M8 and iPhone 5S, which promises to produce more bright colors and skin tones. The most interesting part of the LG G3 design is the choice of multiple colors that is available to users. The volume keys are again situated on the back of the handset, which is not surprising.

Motorola Moto G

Moto G is a safe bet for those who want a multi-functional device at a reasonable price. The This Android Smartphone is nearly half the price of Google’s Nexus 5, and much lower than many other smartphones out there in the market right now. This inexpensive smartphone is a genuine one-handed device – a refreshing change from 5-inch-plus devices we have been reviewing as of late.

A quick tour of specifications:

1. Android 4.3 Jelly bean with guaranteed upgrade

2. Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor with 1.2 GHz quad-core CPU

3. Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion, 2070 mAh mixed usage up to 24 hours

4. Capacity – 8GB of storage/16 GB version available

5. 5 mega pixel camera with LED flash, 4X digital zoom, Auto HRD, Panorama.

Sony Xperia T3

This new Smartphone has a Triluminous IPS display with 720p resolution and supports 4G networks. Most importantly, this new smart and sleek 5.3 inch Smartphone runs the most recent Android 4.4 KitKat operating system on a Snapdragon chipset with a quad-core Cortex-A7 CPU. Design-wise, this handset has the stainless steel frame with the power button on the side, and is also available in three colors: black, purple, and white.

Google Not Killing Nexus Series – The Nexus 6 is Expected to be Released This Fall

Google’s Nexus line of smartphones has grown in popularity over the last few years with Android enthusiasts considering it as the niche handset that is popular with users all over the world. Amazing specifications, light on the pocket, streamlined Android experience are some of the factors that contribute to its popularity. Kicked off in 2012, the series has made significant progress in a market that was already saturated with great handsets, and secured a unique place for itself. The Nexus 5 launched subsequently in the year 2013 and came to be known as one of the finest devices released that year. In 2014, it will be the Nexus 6’s turn to live up to people’s expectations of the Nexus reputation. So when is it going to release? And what are the unique features that we can expect from it?

The Nexus 6 will reportedly be powered by a quad core Krait 450 processor clocked at 2.7 GHz. Moreover, it is expected to run on either Android 5.0 (Android L) or Android 4.5 OS. This super-phone is expected to show an improved display with better viewing angles over the previous model ‘the Nexus 5’.

The camera is one of the most important hardware these days in a Smartphone as people don’t want to carry heavy DSLR cameras in their bags. The next Nexus is expected to come with an improved sensor, maybe 13 or 21 megapixel camera with optical image stabilization and better night time picture and 4K video recording capabilities.

For more information, visit http://bit.ly/VcSljK

Microsoft has Unveiled its First Android Powered Nokia X2 Smartphone

Recently, Microsoft unveiled its first Android-powered Smartphone, the Nokia X2, after completing its takeover of Nokia’s handset division. Nokia gave us a steady diet of cheap, entry-level Android handsets with dual SIM support and a price tag of around $135, without a contract. This new Smartphone sports a dual-core 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 processor, 1GB RAM, a 5 megapixel camera, and 4GB of internal storage memory (further expandable via MicroSD memory card). Apart from Nokia’s ClearBlack technology, the Nokia X2’s screen is laced with display features like brightness control, tactile feedback, Nokia glance screen, scratch resistant glass, and double-tap to wake. Microsoft has also added the transparent glass cover that was found missing in the previous handsets.

Nokia X

Display – 4.0 inches (233 ppi pixel density)
Camera – 3.15 megapixels (panorama, face detection)
Internal memory – 4GB
RAM – 512 MB
Processor – Dual-core 1 GHz Cortex-A5
Colors – Bright green, bright, Cyan, yellow, black, white
Battery – Li-ion 1500 mAh (Stand by: up to 408 h)

Nokia X2

Display – 4.3 inch WVGA (ClearBlack LCD screen)
Camera – 5 megapixel camera with LED flash
Battery – 1800mAh (Standby time: up to 23days)
RAM – 1 GB
Processor – Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 series dual-core CPU with 1.2GHz
Colors – Glossy orange, black & green, dark grey

Design

The body design of this new Android-powered Smartphone is quite good and similar to previous Nokia X handsets. Its look is descent and gives an elegant touch. Unlike other Smartphones, Nokia X2 is different in look and specifications.

Camera

Nokia X2 has an eye of 5 megapixels to capture your precious moments of joy. It also features a LED flash to make your images beautiful and bright, even in low light.

Display

Nokia X features a 4.3 inch ClearBlack VGA display which will boost the quality of your pictures and movie experience.

For more information about Microsoft Nokia X2, visit http://mashable.com/2014/06/24/nokia-x2/

Sony Launches Its New Smartphone the ‘Xperia A2’

The Sony Xperia A2 is about to hit the smartphone market by the second quarter of 2014. This new Sony gadget is a 4G smartphone that has a lot of features and specifications. It runs the Android 4.4 KitKat operating system and sports a 4.3 inch display with 1280×720 pixels of resolution. The Xperia A2 is powered by an unspecified 2.2GHz quad-core processor coupled with 2GB of RAM. It has a 20 megapixel rear camera with auto focus and LED flash. This pocket-friendly smartphone supports up to 128GB of internal card slots and a 2300mAh Li-Lon battery. The phone flaunts 4G LTE connectivity, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB.

Xperia A2 Specifications
1. Primary camera features: LED flash, auto focus, digital zoom, Geo-tagging, HDR, CMOS sensor
2. Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
3. CPU: Adreno 330
4. Operating system: Android 4.2.2 (KitKat)
5. Processor: 2.2Ghz Quad core
6. Screen protection: Corning Gorilla glass
7. Video quality: 1080p 30 FPS

The Sony Xperia A2 comes in four colors – grey-black, orange, lavender and white. Moreover, this handheld device is IPX8 and IP5X certified, which means it is water resistant as well as dust-resistant. The Xperia A2 is similar to the Xperia Z1 in terms of the battery, screen resolution and the display size, however, there is a difference of about 0.2mm in thickness.

When it comes to modish specifications and special features, the Xperia A2 won’t blow your mind, but it does seem to have a few handy tools that you’ll not find on any other Smartphone. Accessibility and battery life make this phone one of the best handy phones that comfortably fit in your hand.

For more information about the Sony Xperia A2, visit http://bit.ly/1hI3naG

Smartphone Samsung Z Ditches Android for Tizen OS

After a series of setbacks, Samsung finally announced its new Smartphone, the ‘Samsung Z’. It is the first Smartphone from Samsung using the Tizen operating system instead of Android.
Tizen is an open and flexible operating system which comes with multiple profiles to serve different industry requirements. This Linux-based operating system can power smart watches, televisions, Smartphones, and laptops. The Tizen OS is a project of the Linux Foundation but is primarily led by Samsung and Intel.

Android Operating System

Open source operating system
Compatible on multiple mobile platforms
It’s customizable, yet easy-to-use operating system.
This OS works seamlessly with all of your favorite Google apps.
This OS offers a smarter phone app and control features to get important things done without touching the screen.

Tizen Operating System

Open source operating system
Offers the power of native application development with the flexibility of unparalled HTML 5 support.
It is based on the Linux Kernel and WebKit runtime.
Backed by Intel and Samsung.
Focuses on optimal performance and improved memory management.

Most of the applications that are pre-installed on the smartphone Samsung Z are similar, but not so refined as in the Android operating system. The contacts, messages, and other builtin applications all offer a feeling of Android. This Linux-kernel based OS also offers many mini applications, such as the camera, the calculator, and the music/video player. A user can place these pre-installed applications wherever they wish on the home page. Moreover, if you make a change to the wallpaper image, the Samsung Z automatically changes the color of the menu environment to suit the theme color.

The Samsung Z looks sleek, smart, and stylish. It has an IR port that allows users to use it like a remote control to operate a television. The phone has a high resolution of 1280x720p Super AMOLED display. The Samsung Z is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor, clocked at 2.3 GHz and combined with a RAM of 2GB. The rear camera comes with a resolution of 8 megapixels and has a front camera of 2.1 megapixels. Most importantly, this Linux-kernel based Smartphone comes with a battery of 2600 mAh and features an ultra power saving mode.

For more information about the Samsung Z, visit http://www.engadget.com/2014/06/04/samsung-z/

Sony Unveils Xperia T3 – The ‘World’s Slimmest’ Smartphone

Sony has unveiled a new mid-range Smartphone, the “Xperia T3”. It shares a lot of features with the previous model, the ‘Xperia T2’, but is more compact and sleek. The Japanese mobile manufacturing firm has announced that the Xperia T3 will be available throughout the world by the end of July. This new Smartphone has a Triluminous IPS display with 720p resolution and supports 4G networks. Most importantly, this new smart and sleek 5.3 inch Smartphone runs the most recent Android 4.4 KitKat operating system on a Snapdragon chipset with a quad-core Cortex-A7 CPU. Design-wise, this handset has the stainless steel frame with the power button on the side, and is also available in three colors: black, purple, and white.

This Android-based Smartphone sports an 8 megapixel autofocus rear camera with LED flash and a Sony Exmor RS sensor. The Xperia T3’s rear camera comes with additional features such as scene detection, HDR, face recognition, red-eye reduction, sweep Panorama and geo tagging.

Moreover, it supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS/A-GPS, GPRS/EDGE, Micro-USB and 3G connectivity options. The Xperia T3 is backed by a 2500mAh battery, which is rated to deliver up to 13 hours of talk time and 688 hours of standby time. Not only does it have a large 5.3-inch screen, but also got a fairly thin body that includes stainless steel. The combination of technology and the premium design ensures the Xperia T3 stands apart from the competition.

The tech giant company, Sony, hasn’t made any announcements regarding the Xperia T3’s price. For more information, visit at http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-t3/

LG Officially Announces its Flagship Smartphone “LG G3”

On Tuesday, at an event in London, LG officially announced its flagship Smartphone, the LG G3. But, some international websites have killed the suspense of its features by publishing the device specifications before its release. This device is a mainstream Smartphone with a Quad HD display screen, which has a 2,560 x 1,440 resolution for a pixel density of 538 ppi. Although it’s generally accepted the human eye can’t detect or recognize improvements in pixel density above 300 ppi on a Smartphone, one of the LG executives insisted that the improvements can be apparent through the naked eye. The LG G3 comes with some major upgrades that make it different from last year’s model.

Display

The display is the mirror of every Smartphone that keeps it in the front row. Without display, we can’t talk about the design features of mobile technology. This year, LG highly concentrates on the ppi pixel density and finally gave birth to LG G3. This new device, with it’s 5.5 inch display, features rear buttons and extremely small bezels all around.

Camera – Sharpshooter

The LG G3 retains the G2’s 13 megapixel camera and optical image stabilization, but has been upgraded with the same OIS+ system that is on the G Pro 2 phablet. It has a white dual LED flash similar to the one found on the HTC One M8 and iPhone 5S, which promises to produce more bright colors and skin tones.

Sleek Design

The most interesting part of the LG G3 design is the choice of multiple colors that is available to users. The volume keys are again situated on the back of the handset, which is not surprising.

Accessibility and battery life makes this phone one of the best new phones in the market. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/1hgaJ5s