Sony quietly launches the Xperia SL

Sony Xperia Z3 Compact launches.

Instead of a grand product launch, Sony has opted to quietly introduce its latest addition to the Xperia lineup. Using its website, Sony revealed the Xperia SL, an upgrade to the Xperia S. What You Need To Know: The Sony Xperia SL packs a 1.7 … [Continue Reading...]

Sony introduces Xperia T, V, and J smartphones at IFA 2012

A person is capturing a picture of a city with their Xperia T smartphone.

Sony may not be a top dog in the mobile space but the company is making a strong bid at the latest IFA 2012 event in Berlin. Sony has revealed, not one, but three new Android phones namely; Xperia T, Xperia V and Xperia J. What You Need To … [Continue Reading...]

Top Smartphone eBook and Book Apps for Android

eBooks logically started with the PC before migrating to laptops and then netbooks. Soon after, dedicated ebook readers such as Amazon.com’s Kindle and the Sony Reader came onto the scene. Now, however, consumers are looking to get more out of the … [Continue Reading...]

Motorola and Verizon unveiled Droid Razr Maxx HD in New York

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Motorola recently showcased its new phone at a press event in New York. The new device is called the Droid Razr Maxx HD. It is an upgrade to the Droid Razr HD and features a bigger battery. What You Need To Know: The Motorola Razr Maxx HD will … [Continue Reading...]

IDC: Android dominates mobile market in Q2

The Android logo on a blue background dominates the mobile market in Q2.

Google’s Android has experienced tremendous growth last quarter. According to the Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker report from research firm IDC, more than two-thirds of smartphones shipped worldwide in the second quarter of 2012 were Android … [Continue Reading...]

T-Mobile to launch Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G on September 19

A black Samsung cell phone with a keyboard, model Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G.

Samsung’s new QWERTY phone is now officially carrying the T-Mobile logo and heading to store shelves next week. Called the Galaxy S Relay 4G, the QWERTY phone is geared at consumers who are looking for a mid-range smartphone. What You Need To … [Continue Reading...]

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 new specs revealed

A Samsung Galaxy Tab, specifically the Galaxy Note 10.1 variant, is shown on a person's lap.

The much awaited Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 has again surfaced, thanks to a Korean blog named The Brave Post. This batch of leaked photos could be the best so far as they show the unboxing of what seems to be a retail version of the device. What You … [Continue Reading...]

Sony Mobile to lose 1,000 jobs

The Sony logo on a white background.

In line with its restructuring program, Sony Mobile will move its headquarters from Lund, Sweden to Tokyo, Japan. The move will result to losing 1,000 jobs by the end of March 2014. What You Need To Know: Sony Mobile’s restructuring initiative … [Continue Reading...]

LG Optimus G teaser video features 13MP camera and IPS display

The LG Optimus G offers the world's best image quality with its 13MP camera.

To increase the hype on its upcoming flagship phone, LG has released another video featuring the technical details of its Optimus G 13MP camera. The unusual ad claims that the Optimus G packs the best camera on a smartphone. It is quite a claim, but … [Continue Reading...]

LG Splendor appeared on LG site, arriving through US Cellular

A black LG phone with a front and back view, available on the LG site.

It appears that LG is set to release a new addition to its L series line. LG’s latest device is named LG Splendor. The phone was previously posted in LG’s website together with the Optimus L7, but it was immediately pulled out. What You Need To … [Continue Reading...]