4.3-inch Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Details Leaked

A batch of pictures which from an insider for SamMobile suggest that Samsung may be planning to release another smartphone, this one is the next gerneration of the Samsung Galaxy S3 mini. These pictures suggest a phone with the same design and similar construction as the Galaxy S4 but in a much smaller appearance, just as the S3 mini was a clone of the Galaxy S3.

The Galaxy S4 mini (or model number GT-I9190) owns a 4.3-inch screen, runs Android 4.2 with TouchWiz skin just like the S4, and features a Super AMOLED screen that is said to have 256ppi pixel density, compared to the S4′s 441ppi. It’s also rumored that it will come with a more modest 1.6GHz dual-core processor instead of the S4′s 1.9GHz quad-core.

The new phone suggests that people looking for a smaller version of the Galaxy S4 will have an option, however, they will definitely have to compromise what is inside. SamMobile said the Galaxy S4 mini is expected to be announced sometime in June or July this year, although Samsung is yet to confirm whether the phone is even in production.

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Samsung Galaxy S 4 Specs Details

Samsung on Thursday finally revealed its highly anticipated next-generation Galaxy S 4 device. Just as earlier reports said, the main specs consist of a 5-inch Super AMOLED display with 1080p HD resolution, an Exynos 5 Octa eight-core processor in the international version and a quad-core Snapdragon chipset in the U.S. version, a 13-megapixel rear camera, up to 64GB of storage, 2GB of RAM, microSDXC support and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, the latest available version of Google’s mobile platform.

Samsung is planning to further distance itself from the other Android pack with a suite of custom features that really add value to Jelly Bean. From facial recognition for touch-free controls and adaptive sound and display functions, to new social features and a completely overhauled camera, The New Samsung device has never adopted so much custom functionality.

The following is the Samsung’s official introduction for GALAXY S 4 in its press release, and be sure to visit our extensive hands-on preview of the Galaxy S 4 for a rundown of all the gorgeous features and our initial impressions in this new smartphone.

Samsung GALAXY S 4 Specs: 

	Network 2.5G (GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE): 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz3G (HSPA+ 42Mbps): 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz4G (LTE Cat 3 100/50Mbps) : up to 6 different band sets(Dependent on market)   Display 5 inch Full HD Super AMOLED (1920 x 1080) display, 441 ppi AP 1.9 GHz Quad-Core Processor / 1.6 GHz Octa-Core ProcessorThe selection of AP will be differed by markets. OS Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) Camera Main(Rear): 13 Mega pixel Auto Focus camera with Flash & Zero Shutter Lag, BISSub (Front): 2 Mega pixel camera, Full HD recording @30fps with Zero Shutter Lag, BIS Video Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, DivX, DivX3.11, VC-1, VP8, WMV7/8, Sorenson Spark, HEVCRecording & Playback: Full HD (1080p) Audio Codec: MP3, AMR-NB/WB, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA, OGG, FLAC, AC-3, apt-X CameraFeatures Dual Camera: Dual Shot / Dual Recording/ Dual Video CallDrama Shot, Sound & Shot, 360 Photo, Cinema Photo, Eraser, Night, Best Photo, Best Face,Beauty Face, HDR (High Dynamic Range), Panorama, Sports Additional Features Group Play: Share Music, Share Picture, Share Document, Play Games  Story Album, S Translator, Optical Reader Samsung Smart Scroll, Samsung Smart Pause, Air Gesture, Air View,  Samsung Hub, ChatON (Voice/Video Call, Share screen, 3-way calling)Samsung WatchON  S Travel (Trip Advisor), S Voice™ Drive, S Health Samsung Adapt Display, Samsung Adapt SoundAuto adjust touch sensitivity (Glove friendly) Safety Assistance, Samsung Link, Screen Mirroring Samsung KNOX (B2B only) Google Mobile Services Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, Google LatitudeGoogle Play Store, Google Plus, YouTube, Google Talk,Google Places, Google Navigation, Google Downloads, Voice Search Connectivity WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (HT80)GPS / GLONASSNFC,  Bluetooth® 4.0 (LE)IR LED (Remote Control), MHL 2.0 Sensor Accelerometer, RGB light, Geomagnetic, Proximity, Gyro, BarometerTemperature & Humidity, Gesture Memory 16/ 32/ 64 GB User memory + microSD slot (up to 64GB)2GB RAM Dimension 136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm, 130g Battery 2,600 mAh Network 2.5G (GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE): 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz3G (HSPA+ 42Mbps): 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz4G (LTE Cat 3 100/50Mbps) : up to 6 different band sets(Dependent on market) Display 5 inch Full HD Super AMOLED (1920 x 1080) display, 441 ppi AP 1.9 GHz Quad-Core Processor / 1.6 GHz Octa-Core ProcessorThe selection of AP will be differed by markets. OS Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) Camera Main(Rear): 13 Mega pixel Auto Focus camera with Flash & Zero Shutter Lag, BISSub (Front): 2 Mega pixel camera, Full HD recording @30fps with Zero Shutter Lag, BIS Video Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, DivX, DivX3.11, VC-1, VP8, WMV7/8, Sorenson Spark, HEVCRecording & Playback: Full HD (1080p) Audio Codec: MP3, AMR-NB/WB, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA, OGG, FLAC, AC-3, apt-X CameraFeatures Dual Camera: Dual Shot / Dual Recording/ Dual Video CallDrama Shot, Sound & Shot, 360 Photo, Cinema Photo, Eraser, Night, Best Photo, Best Face,Beauty Face, HDR (High Dynamic Range), Panorama, Sports Additional Features Group Play: Share Music, Share Picture, Share Document, Play Games  Story Album, S Translator, Optical Reader Samsung Smart Scroll, Samsung Smart Pause, Air Gesture, Air View,  Samsung Hub, ChatON (Voice/Video Call, Share screen, 3-way calling)Samsung WatchON  S Travel (Trip Advisor), S Voice™ Drive, S Health Samsung Adapt Display, Samsung Adapt SoundAuto adjust touch sensitivity (Glove friendly) Safety Assistance, Samsung Link, Screen Mirroring Samsung KNOX (B2B only) Google Mobile Services Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, Google LatitudeGoogle Play Store, Google Plus, YouTube, Google Talk,Google Places, Google Navigation, Google Downloads, Voice Search Connectivity WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (HT80)GPS / GLONASSNFC,  Bluetooth® 4.0 (LE)IR LED (Remote Control), MHL 2.0 Sensor Accelerometer, RGB light, Geomagnetic, Proximity, Gyro, BarometerTemperature & Humidity, Gesture Memory 16/ 32/ 64 GB User memory + microSD slot (up to 64GB)2GB RAM Dimension 136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9 mm, 130g Battery 2,600 mAh

Samsung Galaxy S4 Rumored to Launch with Energy Efficient Green PHOLED Display

The Galaxy S4 announcement may be coming up soon, however that doesn’t mean the leaks and rumors will stop. In fact, it looks some additional Galaxy S4 details have recently leaked. Keep in mind, these details are not official until we get the word from Samsung. But on that note, this latest leak does include a few pieces we hope to see come true. Just to begin with, we are now talking floating touch, a green PHOLED display and more

Lets kick things off with the green PHOLED display. Aside from a rather interesting sounding name — this could mean a nicer display to look at and also slightly better battery life due to its efficiency. Apparently the green PHOLED technology will be about 25 percent more efficient as compared to the previous Galaxy S display.

The other interesting bit is the floating touch technology. This is expected to be similar to what we have seen on the Xperia Sola smartphone. Basically, you will be able to sort of hover over the display without actually touching it. One potential use would be to hover your finger over an image gallery to get a preview of the pics on the inside.

Coming with this latest round is also some additional talk of the Samsung Orb. This looks to be a 360 degree camera feature, which will basically be the Samsung version of Photosphere. Otherwise the Galaxy S4 is expected to launch with Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean and receive an update to 4.2.2 “in the same month of release.” As for the update, lets just say those picking this up with a US carrier — you may want to get used to 4.2.1 and not count on an upgrade quite that soon.

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Next Samsung Galaxy Note Reportedly to Feature An even Bigger, 5.9-inch Screen

It’s rumored the next Samsung Galaxy Note might feature an even larger, 5.9-inch display, and it should be out in the second half of the year, according to an anonymous Samsung official speaking for The Korea Times.

”Samsung is working on introducing a new phablet using a 5.9-inch organic light-emitting diode (OLED) screen,’’ the official said.

Therefore, this writes off the possibility that we’ve earlier heard suggestions that Samsung might make an even bolder jump to a 6.3-inch next Galaxy Note. The phablet will come with an octa-core processor, but is not very likely to feature Samsung’s bendable displays we’ve been hearing so much about as Samsung is struggling with manufacturing.

The first Galaxy Note launched with a truly humongous 5.3-inch display late in 2011, and last year the Note II arrived with a 5.5-inch screen, which is really pushing the limits of pocketability. Phablet blurs the boundaries of the phone and tablet. Although it makes us have more new experience and feel like we have such small hands, it’s not convenient to handle with one hand. Then do you prefer a larger screen smartphone or the phone you can handle with one hand?

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HTC One Will htc, HTC 2013, htc oneBe HTC’s Only “One” Device in 2013

HTC One was announced as that company’s newest flagship smartphone last week. Around this time last year though, the Taiwanese company released an entire range of One devices – the One X, One S, and One V. Those have been joined in the meantime by a few others, such as the One X+, One SV or One VX. In 2012, the idea seemed to be that One would be HTC’s Galaxy, so to speak.

However, year of 2013, things will be different. According to Phil Roberson, the head of HTC for the UK and Ireland, says, “We just said, let’s just create one flagship device for this year,” which means the HTC One will be the only “One”, and it will be the only smartphone under the One branding in 2013.

So no more “range” – if you’re looking for a high-end HTC Android smartphone, the One is the only “One”. The strategy would be similar to what Apple doing as the company only releases a singular flagship model a year.

When it launched its One series last year, HTC promised to focus on releasing less devices – we were led to believe that those three would be the only ones. And they definitely weren’t, being followed on the market by an onslaught of others. So will things really be different this year? We’ll have to wait and see, and will keep you updated.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Announced: Detailed Features

Mobile World Congress 2013 kicks-off on Monday, but that hasn’t stopped Samsung from getting things rolling already. The South Korea-based company has officially announced its Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet, which is a direct iPad mini competitor.

Here’s a quick view of the Galaxy Note 8.0 features list.

• Display: 8″ 16M-color TFT capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 800 x 1280 pixels (189ppi)
• Dimensions: 210.8 x 135.9 x 8 mm, 338 g
• Stylus: S Pen, 1024 pressure levels, hover functionality
• Chipset: Exynos 4412 Quad
• CPU: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A9 1.6 GHz processor
• GPU: Mali-400MP
• RAM: 2GB
• OS: Android 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
• Memory: 16/32GB storage, microSD card slot
• Still camera: 5 megapixel auto-focus camera with backlit sensor, face detection and Best faces feature, touch focus and image stabilization; 1.3MP front facing camera, video-calls
• Video camera: Full HD (1080p) video recording at 30fps, LED flash,
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth 4.0, standard microUSB port with MHL features (TV Out, USB host), GPS receiver with A-GPS and GLONASS, 3.5mm audio jack, NFC
• Battery: 4600 mAh
• Misc: Nature UX, Extremely rich video/audio codec support, built-in accelerometer, multi-touch input, proximity sensor, gyroscope sensor, Smart stay and Smart rotation eye-tracking, Reading mode

Sounds familiar, doesn’t it? Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 is little more than an upsized Galaxy Note II. Or is that a downsized Galaxy Note 10.1? The only differences are the new S-Pen software features that come with Android 4.1.2 and the latest TouchWiz, but those have already been made to the Note 8.0 predecessors. The S Pen for the Note 8.0 can control the physical menu/back buttons on the device with Wacom technology. Basically, you can use the S Pen to touch the capacitive buttons, which once only responded to a finger’s touch.
Samsung has yet to share pricing and availability for the Note 8.0, but from the sounds of its announcement, there will be both a Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + 3G model. The latter will feature Samsung’s phone app thanks to the HSPA+21 (no LTE) on-board. Right, you’ll be able to make a call on your 8-inch tablet.
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Rumored iPad Mini II Rear Shell Leaked Images

The Chinese Forum WeiPhone posting lots of photos of what rumored iPad mini II Rear shell. From the images, we can judge that Next-gen iPad Mini Rear Shell Surface is similar to that of the current iPad Mini, when look at these photos from different views, we find it suggests a little thicker. Now we can’t get that if its obvious increased thickness is a smart design change needed to add a Retina display and accompanying battery improvements to the device or if it is simply a bit of an optical illusion due to the fact that the edges of the shell have not yet been chamfered as they are in the final product.

The photos also show a bright blue Apple logo and “iPad” text on the rear shell, but it is likely that this is simply part of the process used to create the mirrored logo and text as seen on the current product.

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