Robin updates to version 2.0, gets new commercial [video]
by Kristofer Wouk on Sep 23, 2012 with 3 Comments
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We looked at Siri competitor Robin for the first time just a few months ago, but it has already made its way to version 2.0, getting a visual makeover in the process. Will the new look and new features finally give Siri a run for its money?
Updated Redbox app for Android brings better browsing
by Kristofer Wouk on Sep 23, 2012 with 1 Comments
While users of the Redbox movie rental service are growing in number, so were frustrations with the Redbox app for Android. An update, now available in Google Play, fixes a number of issues while adding some useful features.
Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 likely heading to Virgin Mobile Canada
by Kristofer Wouk on Sep 23, 2012 with 0 Comments
While it may not get the attention that it’s siblings the Samsung Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note 2 are getting, the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 is still a nice entry-level phone for those who don’t need the latest top-of-the-line hardware, and it’s coming to Virgin Mobile Canada later this year.
Apple tries to add $707 million on top of its current winnings from Samsung
by Joe Hindy on Sep 23, 2012 with 18 Comments
Well, just over a billion dollars isn’t enough for Apple, who has filed with the courts to take an additional $700 million dollars from Samsung. When will this end? If Apple continues to follow the misguided anger of their former leader, until Android is dead.
Apple iPhone 5 VS LG Optimus 4X HD – video comparison
by Bams Sadewo on Sep 23, 2012 with 3 Comments
So you walk into an electronic store looking for a new smartphone. Sitting on top of the nearly empty shelf is the Apple iPhone 5, while a stack of boxes with LG Optimus 4X HD inside sits just across it. What do you do? What DO you DO? Should you go with what millions are currently trying to get their hands on or get the underdog in the Android world?
Apple Maps vs Google Maps: #iLost Motorola (Google) ad pokes fun at the iPhone 5 and the iOS 6 Maps issues
by Chris Smith on Sep 23, 2012 with 7 Comments
It’s not just Samsung and Nokia that have ads taking hits at Apple’s recent products, as Motorola has joined the fun. While all of them have targeted the iPhone 5 with their ad campaigns, Motorola is particularly interested in making fun of one of the underperforming apps in iOS 6, Apple Maps.
Motorola brings us up to date with Android upgrade schedule, DROID Bionic finally seeing ICS
by Brendan Lynch on Sep 23, 2012 with 8 Comments
Motorola has just shined some light on its future upgrade plans. The DROID Bionic remains the center of attention as its upgrade gets pushed back along with some other popular phones. While an update is always welcomed, there is still some disappointing news regarding Motorola’s latest schedule
iPhone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Note – video comparison
by J. Angelo Racoma on Sep 22, 2012 with 12 Comments
Apple’s latest iPhone 5 is already available in its initial markets, and in the words of my colleague Darcy LaCouvee, it truly is an engineering marvel. And that’s coming from a die-hard Android fan. After all, the iPhone 5 won against the Samsung Galaxy S3 in our drop tests. But not everyone is going to drop their phone from ear-level on a cobbled Hong Kong pavemenet. Let’s see how well the iPhone 5 stacks up against another flagship smartphone — this time, the Samsing Galaxy Note. While we’re sure this won’t exactly be an apples-to-apples comparison, we will look at the benefits and disadvantages of each device.
iOS 6 fragmentation more evident in iPhone, iPad and iPod touch universe, but is it really an issue?
by Chris Smith on Sep 22, 2012 with 25 Comments
One of the valid arguments behind adopting an iOS device is the fact that Apple’s devices are always receiving updates on time and that carriers have no say in when these updates are rolled out – that also means they have no bloatware included in any iPhone version.
Google Play Store starts its own Twitter account to continue bringing news and deals to you
by Joe Hindy on Sep 22, 2012 with 0 Comments
We all know and love the Google Play Store. It’s the place we go when we need any Android-related content, including apps, music, and movies. Now, you can follow the Google Play Store on Twitter. No one knows what the Play Store will use its new Twitter handle for, but it’ll likely be useful to its followers regardless.
Official CyanogenMod 10 Nightlies now available for the T-Mobile Galaxy Note
by Joe Hindy on Sep 22, 2012 with 0 Comments
The T-Mobile Galaxy Note was released and subsequently removed from T-Mobile shelves. That isn’t going to stop the world’s biggest ROM development team, CyanogenMod, from releasing their latest Jelly Bean builds for the monstrous phone.
Want to switch from your old iPhone to an HTC One X? How about a free urBeats headset?
by Adrian Diaconescu on Sep 22, 2012 with 0 Comments
Apple’s iPhone 5 might be the talk of the town now that it has (sort of) started selling, but if for some reason “the thinnest, lightest and fastest iPhone ever” doesn’t cut it for you, there might be a way to go over to the Android side and come out with a lucrative deal.
iPhone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Nexus – video comparison
by Chris Smith on Sep 22, 2012 with 12 Comments
As you already know, yesterday was iPhone 5 day. The new iOS smartphone was launched in nine countries and will roll out in 100 markets by the end of the year. Naturally, the device will be compared to every existing and upcoming high-end smartphone. In fact, we have a few such comparisons ourselves featuring the iPhone 5 against some of the hottest Android handsets available (and yes, they include video).
HTC One X vs iPhone 5 – video comparison
by Bogdan Petrovan on Sep 22, 2012 with 15 Comments
HTC One X vs iPhone 5 – which is the best phone for you? Read all the facts right here, from specs and hardware, to software and ecosystem.
Sony starts selling unlocked Xperia acro S, miro, tipo and tipo dual in the US
by Adrian Diaconescu on Sep 22, 2012 with 2 Comments
The Xperia acro S, miro, tipo and tipo dual each have their selling points and a certain wow factor, but unfortunately they are all only available for sale in unlocked versions. That means you’ll have to scrape together more than just a few pennies to get the phones, although the upside is you won’t tie yourself to a long-term carrier agreement.
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