RIM Released BlackBerry 10 OS Devices, BlackBerry Z10 and Q10

BlackBerry Z10 and Q10

As expected, RIM announced the BlackBerry 10 OS, which is software developed in-house based on QNX, along with Two Handsets, the all-touch Z10 and the QWERTY-equipped Q10 on 30th, Jan 2013. Now let’s look into the specs of these two devices.

BlackBerry Z10 specs

With the neutral- and stylish-looking design, BlackBerry Z10 is a plastic and metal device with a rubberized back and two color options available, black and white. It’s very similar in design to the BlackBerry PlayBook and features an all-glass panel fitted into a metal frame. On the right side you’ll find a volume up and down key and mute key all in a sand-blasted metal form. On top is an on/off/power button and 3.5-millimeter headphone jack. On the left, there is a microUSB port and a miniHDMI port. As to the display, Z10 has a 4.2″ LCD touchscreen with a resolution of 768 x 1280 pixels (356 ppi pixel density), which is as same as the leaked BB Z10 LCD assembly that ETrade Supply revealed before.

BlackBerry Z10 LCD Assembly

In terms of the processor and memory, BlackBerry Z10 is a dual-core Krait CPU at 1.5 GHz and features 2GB RAM and the microSD (up to 32GB) card. With an 8MP camera featuring autofocus, 1080p video recording and an LED flash, BlackBerry Z10 camera is just average from the image quality. Besides, BlackBerry Z10 supports NFC and the Li-ion 1800 mAh battery.

BlackBerry Q10 specs

BlackBerry Q10 keeps the trademark hardware QWERTY keyboard with a 3.1″ square AMOLED screen with 720 x 720 resolution and 330ppi pixel density. The BlackBerry Q10 has a stainless steel frame and an “edge-to-edge” glass on the front. The chipset of the Q10 is the same as the one on the Z10. BlackBerry Q10 is a good choice for those who still like a physical keyboard.

The BlackBerry Z10 will release in UK first from all the major carriers and retailers, with a choice between getting it on contract or pre-paid. It goes to Canada on February 5 for $150 (with three-year contract). US consumers will have to wait until March though. Then they’d be able to snag it for $200 from AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile and Sprint (with a two-year contract). While the BlackBerry Q10 is expected to hit carriers globally in April.
Source: ETrade Supply

The White Nexus 4 Released?

We had heard a rumor that there was a white Nexus 4 for a long time, which was planned for release in December, but that never happened. We never saw any pictures of the rumored smartphone, but an anonymous source just sent us what could be the fabled white Nexus 4.

According to the EXIF data on the image, the picture was taken with an LG Optimus G last week. This may mean the image is coming from someone within LG, or it may not mean anything. It certainly looks like a white Nexus 4, and you can even see the reflective pattern on the bottom right that was a distinctive feature of the black Nexus 4. 

We ran the image through FotoForensics, and it doesn't seem to be photoshopped, so it could be the real thing. Of course, this would only confirm the existence of the white Nexus 4. We still would have no idea when the device is planned for release.

 

Source: PhoneArena.com

Lower Price iPhone Rumored to Have Brand New Design with A 4-inch Retina Display

According to the latest news from iLounge that Apple's cheaper iPhone will have same 4-inch Retina display as the iPhone 5 and iPod touch, however, it will adopts the brand new design. Just as the previous rumors, possible new details of lower price iPhone appear in the blog's description of the smart phone.

As matter of fact, this Apple's new device is a transition between iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, fifth-generation iPod touch, the blog claimed that the cheaper iPhone will have a 4-inch screen, like the latest iPhone 5, a bottom like the latest iPod touch, and a shape most like the iPod classic. Finally the reports said the device will likely feature a shape most as the iPod classic.

HTC M7 Leaked Parts

Last week we came across a couple of parts which may be from the not yet released HTC M7. Whether these parts would be for the final version or just a prototype, we can’t be sure. But here are the facts. One part is a rear housing. It looks very similar to the HTC DNA but without the metallic buttons and camera ring as you can see in the photos below.

This new piece is 7cm wide and 13.7cm tall. It has a flat black finish all over the back of the housing, but the sides are a glossy black. Around the edges there’s a hole for the USB at the bottom, a hole for the earphones on top, a power button on top left, volume key on the right side, below this towards the bottom is another button for the camera, and on the left side a slot for the SIM card. Sadly the inside doesn’t feature something we saw on the DNA, the rubber gasket. So can’t drop this one in the toilet. Have a look at the photos to see any other details. The BeatsAudio logo on the back makes it a little less likely it’s a prototype. But I guess we’ll find out for sure in a few weeks.

The other part we have is the front housing. Not too much to say about this except it seems the LCD will be the expected 4.7 inch, as would fit nicely the empty space. It’s impossible to measure for sure, because the LCD goes under the bigger front glass which will fit in the empty space. Have a look at the pictures for details. It does snap into the rear housing very nicely and tight.

 

Source: ETradeSupply

Purported Images to Show Parts for Apple iPhone 5S and iPhone 6

Around two months ago, the purported iPhone 5s the rear housing was leaked on the web. Now new photos of parts not only for iPhone 5S, but also for iPhone 6 surfaced again. The purported mages that are claimed to be the parts for the iPhone 5S and the iPhone 6 have been published by a French website. The images, which claimed were coming from a source connected to an Apple supplier that makes the components, allegedly are of the loud speaker module for the Apple iPhone 5S and the iPhone 6.

One picture shows what the parts look like the louder speaker unit from the iPhone 5. However, that is uncertain that the parts pictured are destined for upcoming iPhone versions based solely on the images.

According to the site, nowhereelse.fr, Apple will rollout three versions of the iPhone in 2013 with the Apple iPhone 5S providing an incremental update before major changes are made on the Apple iPhone 6. A third model, called the Apple iPhone Math or the Apple iPhone +, would offer a large sized version of the phone, possibly 4.8 inches, to compete with Android phablets like the Samsung Galaxy Note II.
The additions to the iPhone line would also come with alterations to Apple’s release schedule, according to the report. One of the rumored models would launch between March and July of this year, while a second would be released near the end of 2013. Besides, a cheaper version of iPhone was rumored to be released later in 2013.

Source: ETradeSupply

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 with S Pen side by side with a Note II Images Leaked

A few days ago, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 leaked out. Now, we are sure we’d see it at MWC at the end of the month. New leaked photos have started surfacing, which shows a different aspect of the Note 8.0 - its S Pen stylus and a side-by-side comparison with the Samsung Galaxy Note II.
These new Note 8.0 images show a device identical to what we saw earlier - a white slab reminiscent of the Galaxy Note smartphone and the Samsung Galaxy S III for that matter. Here is a quick look on the purported specs of the device:

• 8-inch display with 1280 x 800 resolution
• 1.6GHz quad-core processor
• 2GB of RAM
• 16/32GB storage
• 5-megapixel camera
• 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera
• microSD support
• Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
• A-GPS
• 3G support
• Bluetooth 4.0
• USB 2.0
• 4600mAh battery
• Weight: 330g
• Size: 211.3×136.3×7.95 mm
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean
• S Pen support and apps

Samsung Reportedly to Be Working on New Tablet to Challenge Apple iPad mini and Google Nexus 7

It's reported that Samsung is working on a number of new tablets, one of which has already been confirmed by the head of the Korean tech giant's mobile division. That tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, would challenge the 7.9 inch Apple iPad mini and would be priced in the $249-$299 area. Besides, the screen is said to have resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, which is the same resolution of Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1.

In addition, the same report says that Samsung is looking to build a 7 inch tablet that will undercut the ASUS produced Google Nexus 7 in price. That tablet is priced at $199 for the 16GB Wi-Fi only model, to $299 for the 32GB Wi-Fi and HSPA+ model. The word is that Samsung is looking to sell the new 7 inch slate for $149 to $199.

Samsung is said to also be working on a new 10.1-inch tablet as the company aims to ship 40 million tablets this year after shipping 15 million in 2012. Samsung is trying to get the trio of new tablets out in the first half of the year before Apple introduces its new tablets. 

It seems the Tablets battle is kicking off.Which party will you join?

Samsung reportedly to Unveil the Galaxy S IV on March 22nd

The rumors about the Samsung’s next-generation Galaxy smartphone are overwhelming on the Internet. It is widely believed that the company will announce the Galaxy S IV at an upcoming press conference rather than a large trade show such as Mobile World Congress. According to Asia Economic News, Samsung will reportedly hold a press event on March 22nd “at Apple’s doorstep” in the United States to unveil its next flagship smartphone.

The Galaxy S IV is rumored to be equipped with a 4.99-inch 1080p full-HD display and runs Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean, a 1.8GHz 8-core Exynos 5 Octa processor and a 13-megapixel rear camera. The smartphone is also believed to feature the 4G LTE connectivity, 2GB of RAM, a microSD slot, wireless charging capabilities.

Are you looking forward to the Samsung Galaxy S IV?

Sony Rumored to Announce A Smartphone with 6.44-inch Screen

With the development of smartphones, the mobile industry has changed from funny small devices to oversized devices. Samsung’s 5.29-inch Galaxy Note was one of the first devices to become the phablet. Since then lots of manufacturers have release devices with bigger displays, the latest being Sony’s Xperia Z smartphone with a 5-inch screen. This new smart phone would appear the company is looking to go even bigger, however.

According to a post from Chinese forum found an image of a 6.44-inch display with Sony branding. The hardware rumored is for an unreleasing Sony phablet will come with a 1080p display, although no other details were leaked. With upcoming Mobile World Congress will be held soon, it is guessed that the company may release a new Xperia smart phone at the annual trade show in Barcelona.

Motorola X Phone with Key Lime Pie to Debut at Google I/O?

We’ve already heard about the Motorola X Phone before. Now the new rumors about the phone in an Android forum revealed that the Motorola X Phone will come with a 5-inch display, which will be edge-to-edge like the Motorola DROID RAZR M and run Android 5.0, Key Lime Pie. According to Droid Forum, the latest Motorola X won’t be a Nexus device, but will be available on multiple carriers, and Google might try to compete with the Samsung Galaxy S III and the Samsung GALAXY Note II. Meanwhile, the fact that Google owns Motorola will be first promoted.

However, Droid Forum says, “Please take this rumor with a grain of salt, because we couldn’t find any other info across the web to back it up; however, if it is just a fan-boy’s imaginings, it seems very logical and well-developed.”

Well, if the Motorola X with Key Lime Pie will debut at Google I/O, some traditions might be broken since Google doesn’t usually introduce non-Nexus devices at Google I/O. Will Google do that?

Will Samsung Announce An 8-inch Galaxy Note Tablet?

While many rumors hit the website that Samsung may release the Galaxy S IV at Mobile World Congress next month, it would seem the company is preparing to release a new tablet instead. The latest news from SamMobile said Samsung is likely to unveil the 8-inch display’s Galaxy Note tablet at the annual trade show in Barcelona.

The new tablets are rumored to come with the 1280 x 800 display, 2GB of RAM and a 5-megapixel rear camera. It also comes with microSD slot, 3G connectivity, a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, Android 4.2 and storage options of either 16GB or 32GB. Just as Samsung’s other Note smart phones, the 8-inch tablet will also support the company’s unique S-Pen stylus.

Apple Reportedly to Hire Someone to "Evolve" and Enrich Siri

A job listing at Apple revealed that the company looking to find someone to help "evolve" Siri's personality. Apple loves to make its users feel a personal connection to iOS devices, and Siri has become a big part of that.

In the job listing, Apple was looking for someone creative, who could “help the Siri team evolve Siri as a distinct, recognizable character,” and to “develop and write original dialog to support new Siri capabilities.”

"We’re looking for a uniquely creative individual to help us evolve and enrich Siri, our virtual personal assistant. Siri’s known for ‘her’ wit, cultural knowledge, and zeal to explain things in engaging, funny, and practical ways. The ideal candidate is someone who combines a love for language, wordplay, and conversation with demonstrated experience in bringing creative content to life within an intense technical environment."

However, the job listing has already been pulled from the Apple website, but that doesn't mean the job no longer exists. Apple will continue to work on Siri, so we wouldn't be surprised to see the listing come back.

Samsung Galaxy Note III Leaked with 8-core Processor and 6.3-inch Screen

 

After Samsung introduced Exynos 5 Octa chip at CES 2013, from the report of Korea Times, Samsung Galaxy Note III is rumored to have a 6.3 inch screen (vs. its 5.5-inch screen predecessor) with 8-core processor, which is expected to be launched later of this year. This chipset combines 4 high-performance cores with 4 low-performance cores. However, only one set of four cores can be active at one time, so this isn’t a ‘true’ octa-core CPU.

If these specs prove true, the Samsung Galaxy Note III will be a little larger than the 6.1 inch Huawei Ascend Mate and could further blur the line that separates a tablet from a smartphone. The time of their hybrid (phablet) may be coming.

Facebook Reveals ‘Graph Search,’ a search engine for Facebook

Facebook on Tuesday held a press conference at its Menlo Park, California headquarters where it announced “Graph Search,” a search engine of sorts designed to allow users to search for content on Facebook. According to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Graph Search allows users to search for news posts, status updates, photos, locations and more within the Facebook Social Graph. Graph Search is also privacy aware, so only results pointing to public data and posts from within a user’s network of friends will be visible to the user performing the search. The new search engine will launch as a beta and will index data from more than 1 billion Facebook users.

“Graph Search will appear as a bigger search bar at the top of each page,” Facebook explained in a press release. “When you search for something, that search not only determines the set of results you get, but also serves as a title for the page. You can edit the title – and in doing so create your own custom view of the content you and your friends have shared on Facebook.”

The release continued, “Graph Search and web search are very different. Web search is designed to take a set of keywords (for example: ‘hip hop’) and provide the best possible results that match those keywords. With Graph Search you combine phrases (for example: ‘my friends in New York who like Jay-Z’) to get that set of people, places, photos or other content that’s been shared on Facebook. We believe they have very different uses.”

However, it should be made clear that whether this "Graph Search" will be privacy infringement.

Cheaper iPhone Rumored May Feature U.S.-made Chassis and See-Through Design

 After the rumor of cheaper version if iPhone may be released in the second half 2013 from Wall Street Journal, Digitimes reported the low-cost iPhone’s chassis could be sourced from an unnamed U.S. electronic manufacturing service provider.

The chassis for the low-priced Apple iPhone was also rumored being made from plastic and metal instead of the current aluminum-and-glass on the iPhone 5, while a "special design" will allow the metal parts from the inside of the phone to be seen through the see-through nature of the chassis.

Sources say the components required for the rumored handset are currently undergoing a validation process ahead of an expected launch date in the second half of 2013.