Articles by Alexandra Burlacu
Samsung Galaxy View Online Retail Listing Reveals Specs And Price, Even Takes Preorders
The huge Samsung Galaxy View tablet has leaked on several occasions so far, but now it even went up for preorder before the official unveiling. A U.S. retailer now lists the tablet on its website with spec and pricing details, a preorder option and a few images that offer a better look at the device.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Pro Leaked Images Reveal Fingerprint Scanner And Full-Metal Body
Xiaomi apparently has another budget-friendly phablet in the works, this time sporting a sleeker full-metal body and a fingerprint scanner, among the highlights. The purported Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 Pro made its way online in some newly-leaked images, so here's what to expect.
Huawei Nexus 6P Sees Overwhelming Demand, Still Not Ready To Ship In India: When Will It Arrive?
Indian retailer Flipkart has started taking preorders for the Huawei Nexus 6P a couple of weeks ago, promising to start shipping the smartphone on Oct. 21. That date came and went with no Nexus 6P shipments and Huawei has now confirmed further delays in India due to overwhelming demand.
Verizon Wi-Fi Calling Coming Soon? Big Red Follows AT&T's Lead And Seeks TTY Waiver From FCC
AT&T recently obtained a waiver for the FCC so it can enable Wi-Fi calling, and Verizon is now following its lead. Out of an 'abundance of caution,' Big Red has now petitioned the FCC for a similar waiver and should get the same relief (under the same conditions) so it can offer Wi-Fi calling to its customers.
Android 6.0 Marshmallow Adds Fingerprint Authentication For Google Play Purchases
Google has added a slew of neat features and functionality with its latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow, including fingerprint support to make things more secure and convenient. One highlight of this new addition is that you can now authorize purchases on Google Play with your fingerprint, so here's how to do it.
Mazda Recalls 1.3M Older Vehicles Over Ignition Fire Hazard: Affected Models Date As Far Back As '89
Mazda has announced plans to recall roughly 1.3 million vehicles in the U.S. because grease acummulating in the ignition switch could cause a fire. Affected models date all the way back to the late '80s and cover several series, so here's what you need to know about this issue.
Subaru 'Share The Love' 2015: Buy Or Lease A Car And The Automaker Will Donate $250 To Charity
Subaru has announced that it will soon kick off the eighth edition of its 'Share the Love' charity program, during which the automaker will donate $250 to charity for each new vehicle bought or leased. Customers get to choose the charity they want Subaru to support from a number of worthy causes, so here what you need to know to make an informed decision.
Google Is Rethinking Everything With Machine Learning At The Core For Smarter Artificial Intelligence
Google wants to leverage machine learning even more in its future products and services, which will in turn lead to more intuitive software and smarter AI functionality overall. CEO Sundar Pichai noted that investing in AI and machine learning is a top priority, highlighting how the technology already plays a great role in its services.
Microsoft Xbox Live Outages: Service Goes Down (Again), Is Now Up And Running But Not For All
Microsoft's Xbox Live service has been facing outages again, going down on Friday, Oct. 23. The service is reportedly up and running now, but it appears that it works only for some users - others still report they are facing downtime.
Google Chrome For iOS Brings Multitasking Support With Split View For Compatible Devices
Google has officially updated its web browser for Apple's OS and the latest Chrome for iOS brings a number of neat features and improvements. Split View is among the top highlights, but it only works on select devices due to Apple's limitations.
Samsung Gear S2 UK Launch: Preorders, Release Date And Pricing Details
The Samsung Gear S2 circular smartwatch will officially hit the U.K. soon enough, going up for preorder later this month ahead of its retail release in November. The Tizen-powered wearable raised impressive interest so far and its U.K.release is highly-anticipated, so here's what you need to know in terms of pricing and launch date.
iPhone 7 To Sport Massive Design Changes: Sapphire Display And More Expected
A well-reputed analyst has made some exciting predictions for the next-generation iPhone 7, hinting at great things to come. The iPhone 7 could finally rock a sapphire screen and other major design changes, marking the biggest redesign ever in the iPhone lineup.
Motorola Droid Turbo 2, Droid Maxx 2 Front And Back Shown In New Press Render
The upcoming Motorola Droid Turbo 2 and Droid Maxx 2 have just leaked in a new press render ahead of their big debut on Oct. 27. The latest leak now offers a better look at the front and back of the upcoming Verizon Droid flagships, showing various color options.
Wunderlist For Android Gets Major Update With Marshmallow Integration and Google Now On Tap
Wunderlist has added a significant update to its Android app, bringing a slew of neat features and new functionality. Wunderlist for Android now rocks a Marshmallow integration, Google Now on Tap and adds several improvements to its look and feel.
Experts Warn It Just Takes 10 Seconds To Hack Fitbit Fitness Trackers: Here's Fitbit's Response
A senior security researcher recently made waves with claims of a 10-second Fitbit tracker hack, demonstrating a proof-of-concept that code can be injected into wearables. Fitbit has now responded to these allegations, reiterating its commitment to keeping data safe and protecting consumer privacy.
Samsung Pay Commercial Expansion: With Verizon On Board, It is Now Available On All Major U.S. Carriers
Samsung has officially announced that Samsung Pay mobile payments service expanded its commercial availability even further. The service is now available in all major U.S. wireless networks, including Verizon, starting Oct. 21, and users can download the standalone Samsung Pay app right away.
Unlocked Sony Xperia Z5 Finally Available In The U.S. Through Expansys
Sony has not launched its Xperia Z5 lineup through its own channels in the U.S., but one retailer is now selling the smartphones in unlocked forms. While the Xperia Z5 Premium is still in the pre-order stage, the Xperia Z5 Dual is now in stock and ready to ship from Expansys.
Yahoo Addresses Concerns About Its Leadership: Departing Execs Are The Result Of 'Careful Planning'
Yahoo lost several of its key executives recently, sparking concerns about the company's leadership team. CEO Marissa Mayer addressed such concerns during the company's Q3 conference call and said the changes at the management level were the result of 'careful planning' as Yahoo seeks to build a stronger team.
Unlocked Smartphone Deals: T-Mobile LG G3 With QHD Display Now $239.99 On eBay
The LG G3 is now the star of a neat new deal on eBay, now selling for just $239.99 unlocked and contract-free. The QHD smartphone comes with T-Mobile branding, but it will work on any GSM operator because it's not locked to the Magenta carrier's network.
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Gets Massive Price Cut On eBay As Surface Pro 4 Release Looms
With the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 retail launch just around the corner, the previous Surface Pro 3 powerhouse has become significantly more affordable thanks to a new price cut. The latest deal on eBay now shaves $500 off the normal price of the top Surface Pro 3 model, allowing for notable savings.
Sony Announces PlayStation 4 Price Cut In Several Markets
Following a price cut in the U.S. and Canada earlier this month, Sony has now announced that it is discounting the PlayStation 4 in other markets as well. Starting on Wednesday, Oct. 21, the PS4 will have a new low price in the UK, New Zealand, Australia, Germany, France and several other countries.
Meizu Wants You To Swap Your OnePlus 2 For The Meizu PRO 5 In New #TurnTheHeatOff Campaign
After OnePlus recently held a campaign called #TakeTheEdgeOff, encouraging Samsung fans to trade in their Galaxy flagships for a OnePlus 2, Meizu is now giving OnePlus a taste of its own medicine. In a new #TurnTheHeatOff campaign, Meizu is encouraging OnePlus 2 owners to swap their phone for a new Meizu PRO 5.
AT&T Announces Kyocera DuraForce XD Rugged Android Smartphone Coming Soon
AT&T has officially announced that the rugged Kyocera DuraForce XD Android phablet will be joining its lineup soon, offering enhanced durability and military grade certification. The supersized smartphone boasts a range of neat features designed with ruggedness in mind and is suitable for harsh environments such as construction job sites or other.
Apple And NSA Talk Encryption, But Tim Cook Stands Firm: 'No' To Government Backdoors
Things have become more heated between the NSA and Apple after their chiefs squared off in a new round tackling encryption and government backdoors. Tim Cook's response and argument on the matter, however, was not what the head of NSA wanted to hear.
2016 Honda Civic: Pricing Details, EPA Mileage Figures Officially Released
Honda has officially released full pricing details for all models and options of its 2016 Civic Sedan as well as detailed EPA mileage figures. Starting out at $18,640, the all-new 2016 Honda Civic promises power and efficiency in a sleek and sporty package, arriving as the automaker's most ambitious new model development ever.
LG Nexus 5X Launches In Select Markets, Available For Purchase Via Google Store
The Nexus 5X Google made in collaboration with LG is has officially gone on sale in a number of key markets, available for purchase directly through the Google Store. Pricing and purchase details will vary by market and carrier and will be announced locally.
Sony Rolls Out Concept For Android Marshmallow To Xperia Z3 And Xperia Z3 Compact Users
Sony has officially started rolling out its Concept for Android Marshmallow to Xperia Z3 and Xperia Z3 Compact beta testers who managed to score an invite for the program. At the same time, the company opened up more spaces due to 'fevered interest,' allowing more interested users to download the special app from the Play Store.
Intel Launches $255 Windows 10 Mini PC: Meet The Grass Canyon NUC
Intel has officially launched its first complete mini PC, introducing the fully-equipped Grass Canyon NUC priced at $255. Unlike older barebones models in the NUC lineup, the new mini PC now comes with RAM, storage, a slew of ports and Windows 10 pre-installed, with support for Ubuntu, Android and other operating systems as well.
'Starcraft 2' Illegal Gambling And Match-Fixing: 11 Arrested, Pro Gamers And Coach Banned For Life
The latest scandal in the 'StarCraft 2' eSports scene proves that fixed matches and illegal betting pose issues in eSports. The KeSPA announced that authorities have arrested 11 people for illegal gambling and match-fixing in 'StarCraft 2,' including the head coach of a pro team and several pro gamers.
Ebay Smartphone Deals: Unlocked LG G4 Android Flagship Drops To $380
The LG G4 Android flagship has dropped its price once again, this time selling for just $380 unlocked on eBay (limited quantities available). For that price, you get a QHD display, a 64-bit processor, 3 GB of RAM and a slew of other neat specs and features that promise a high-end performance.
