Motorola to ditch Webtop concept

Just as expected, Motorola is ditching Webtop. Motorola recently made a statement to CNET that it officially killed off its Webtop concept, which enabled Motorola smartphones to serve as the brains of a Lapdock or TV. What You Need To Know: The Webtop concept was first revealed in the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show. It featured […]

AT&T adding 3 new HTC devices to its lineup

After making an announcement of its plans to add 4 new Samsung devices last week, AT&T recently made another major announcement announcing the addition of 3 new HTC phones. Starting in November, AT&T will be releasing HTC’s Window Phone 8x. In the next few months, AT&T will be offering the HTC One X+ and HTC […]

Sprint’s Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G now available for $99

Another mid-range Android phone is on the market starting today. First announced last Friday, the Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G is now available carrying the Sprint logo. This is the second mid-range Samsung phone to be released within a week. Just last week, T-Mobile announced the availability of the Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G which will […]

Sony rumored to enter phablet game with two new devices

If the rumors are to be believed, it appears that Sony is joining in the phablet club. Latest rumors revealed that Sony is working on two new phablets. Last week, reports of a 5-inch circulated around the web. However, recently, benchmark results of a 6-inch phablet surfaced. What You Need To Know: The 5-inch phablet […]

Google to cut 4,000 Motorola employees

Google is looking to restructure its mobile business in order to focus on high-end devices. This new initiative involves laying off 4,000 Motorola employees, about 20 percent of Motorola’s workforce. Google also intends to close 30 Motorola offices worldwide. What You Need To Know: The Motorola acquisition last May has increased Google’s workforce by 20,293, […]

Samsung introduces Galaxy Music smartphone

Samsung has a new smartphone that may appeal music lovers. Introducing the Galaxy Music, it is an entry-level Android 4.0 ICS phone which is loaded with music-oriented features. What You Need To Know: The Samsung Galaxy Music has a 3-inch QVGA display with 240 x 320 pixel resolution. It also has a 3MP rear-camera, 512MB […]

LG Nexus 4 rumored to be revealed on October 29

Over the week, there has been no shortage of rumors and leaks about the LG Nexus 4 phone. The leaks just kept on coming. Moreover, a review is already posted prior to its official launching. Here’s a rundown of what we know so far about the device. What You Need To Know: The LG Nexus […]

LG announces Android 4.0 Optimus L9

LG has announced its latest addition to its Optimus L-series. To follow LG’s Optimus L3, Optimus L5 and Optimus L7, LG will be releasing the Optimus L9. The slim Android 4.0 smartphone is expected to be introduced ar the upcoming IFA 2012 show this week. What You Need To Know: The LG Optimus L9 is […]

Android malware increasing in Q2

Malware and viruses on Android devices are no longer a surprise. However, the latest report from Russia-based security firm Kaspersky Labs is alarming. What You Need To Know: According to the Kaspersky report, around 14,900 new malicious programs are targeting Android in Q2 of 2012. The figure almost trebled the numbers from the previous quarter. […]

AT&T adding 4 new Samsung devices to its lineup

The holiday season is fast approaching. Phone manufacturers and carriers are gearing up for another busy season this year. AT&T has recently announced that it will be releasing 4 new Samsung devices in the coming months. Pricing and availability are not yet announced. What You Need To Know: First up is the Samsung Galaxy Note […]