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17 September 2013
News: With Wallet update, Google promises continued NFC investment

Google on Tuesday announced a new version of its Google Wallet app for Android phones, version 2.3.3 and later, that lets users send money wirelessly, stores loyalty cards and offers a view of all Google Wallet activity
News: Galaxy Gear smartwatch release date, price and specs

Samsung has announced its rumoured Galaxy Gear smartwatch so here are all the details on its release date, price and specifications.
News: Google Nexus 5 release date, price, photos and specs

All the Google Nexus 5 release date, price and specs rumours you need.
News: Nexus 4 selling out and Nexus 5 spotted in bar

The Google Nexus 5 is closer than ever after being spotted in a bar and the Nexus 4 selling out.
News: Samsung Galaxy Gear 2 tipped 2014

Samsung announced its Galaxy Gear smartwatch only days ago but already a successor is being tipped for early 2014.
16 September 2013
News: HTC cutting jobs at US operations

In another sign of trouble at HTC, the Taiwan-based smartphone maker started downsizing its U.S. operations on Friday, cutting an undisclosed number of staff.
News: HTC One Max leaked with fingerprint scanner

HTC's One Max phablet has been leaked again, this time with a fingerprint scanner on board.
News: New Amazon Kindle Fire 2 leaks online

We're expecting Amazon to update its range of Kindle Fire tablets soon and one has been shown in a new leak.
13 September 2013
News: Nokia tried on Android for size before the Microsoft buyout

It's perhaps unfathomable for diehard Windows Phone users, but Nokia had once considered going the way of Android before Microsoft bought it out.
11 September 2013
News: Apple's new iPhone 5C struggles to satisfy in China, but bright spots remain

Before Apple announced its lower cost iPhone 5C, some had speculated the C could stand for China, a vital market for the company's future growth. But on Wednesday, consumers in the country appeared less than thrilled with the new smartphone amid expectations it would be far more affordable than the standard iPhone.
10 September 2013
News: Apple's 'budget' iPhone 5C costs over $700 in China

Apple unveiled its long-rumored "budget" iPhone on Tuesday, but it's not as cheap as some had expected.
09 September 2013
News: App Invasion: Fanatic will help you find your new favorite sports bar

Are you ready for some football? I hope so, because the college season is in full swing, and it's week 1 of the NFL season too. And there's just something about watching football in a crowded bar.
06 September 2013
News: Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear get U.S. launch dates and preorders

In an effort to ramp up excitement, several major carriers have officially announced launch dates or opened up preorders for the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear smartwatch. All four of the major carriers have mentioned that they'll carry Samsung's new gadgets, and carrier underdog U.S. Cellular is even joining in on the launch.
News: Android Trojans gain botnet distribution, new code

Obad malware grows through zombie net, while Hesperbot takes a new tack on banking malware
News: FCC docs hint at LTE-equipped LG Nexus 5's impending arrival

The rumors and hints about Google's Nexus 5 just keep piling up.
05 September 2013
News: 5 ways to stay below your data cap on Android and iOS

Bad news, smartphone owners: Unlimited data plans are, for the most part, a thing of the past. Even if you've managed to hang on to your unlimited data plan on AT&T or Verizon, it's likely not truly unlimited--your carrier probably throttles your data speeds if you exceed 2GB of downloaded data in a given billing period.
News: Lenovo gets deeper into smartphones with Vibe handset

Lenovo sells most of its smartphones in China but it hopes to break out internationally with a new line of handsets called the Vibe.
News: China's Xiaomi unveils low-priced smart TV, new Tegra 4 smartphone

China's Xiaomi is bringing the low-price strategy that has driven its success in mobile phones to the country's smart TV arena with a new 47-inch television that it says is the most affordable on the market.
News: Nokia picks a fight with Samsung on Twitter

Some Android faithful may not care too much about fragmentation, but apparently, Nokia thinks it's fodder for jokes/threats on Twitter. The Finnish company has lashed out against the Android's behemoth manufacturer, Samsung.
04 September 2013
News: Spec standoff: Samsung Galaxy Note 3 vs Sony Xperia Z Ultra

When smartphone leader Samsung Electronics introduced the original Galaxy Note, it didn't have much competition, but since then interest for smartphones with 5.5-inch screens -- and larger -- has grown, so the new Note 3 faces plenty of competitors, including the Xperia Z Ultra from Sony.