Here’s the normal Galaxy S6. A rugged version would conceivably be able to take more punishment. Josh Miller/CNET Samsung could soon introduce a dust-proof and waterproof version of its Galaxy S6 smartphone. According to rumors and images obtained by GSMArena, the phone could pack many of the specifications found in the flagship model. Those with …
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The LG G Stylo features a 5.7-inch display and includes a Stylus pen. Boost Mobile Sprint on Wednesday outlined the availability details for its latest smartphone, the 5.7-inch LG G Stylo. Starting today, the handset will be offered across a number of the carrier’s brands. Boost Mobile, a Sprint subsidiary, is first out of the gate with a prepaid — …
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab could soon have a successor. James Martin/CNET Samsung will introduce its next-gen Galaxy Tab S tablet as soon as next month, according to details recently learned by SamMobile. Reportedly, the new line of slates will employ the premium metal materials found in recent Samsung devices. Related Links Samsung Galaxy Tab S review Case/off: These Samsung Galaxy …
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New update lets users chop the Moto X in the air to enable the flashlight. James Martin/CNET Motorola on Friday began pushing out an Android software update to its current flagship smartphone, the second-generation Moto X . This isn’t just any old update, mind you, but one with a cool new feature. Related Links Moto X (2014) review Moto E …
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The LG G4 may soon have a lesser-powered counterpart. Andrew Hoyle/CNET Does “c” stand for “cheap”? That might be the case for the LG G4c, which looks like a smaller and less expensive version of its flagship G4 smartphone, according to German retail website 0815.eu. Related Links LG G4 review 2015 flagship smartphone specs compared With leather-clad G4, LG fashions …
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The Nexpaq lets users pick and choose add-on smartphone components Nexpaq Mad for modular? Google’s Project Ara phones are still to launch in trials this year, but in the meantime, one company has found a way to use the concept for the iPhone 6 , Samsung Galaxy S5 and Galaxy S6 Edge . Nexpaq, a Kickstarted campaign, lets you power …
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No two Android home screens should ever look the same. Scott Webster/CNET Android is, by its very nature, a flexible and customizable platform. In fact, that is probably my favorite of its many features. I love nothing more than to tweak and fiddle with my smartphones and tablets, changing the looks of things as I go. Best yet, there’s still …
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The so-called HTC One M9e figures to be another high-end smartphone. Engadget HTC could be readying yet another version of its One M9 smartphone, according to a fresh batch of rumors. Details found on China’s TENNA website indicate that a phone code-named M9e could deliver high-end hardware wrapped in a plastic shell. Related Links HTC unveils larger-screened One M9+ phone …
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Verizon announces a limited time promotion for prepaid customers. Verizon Verizon has become the latest carrier to jump on the incentive bandwagon for its prepaid customers. Effective immediately, anyone who enrolls in the automatic payment system will receive an additional 1GB of data per month, for free. As part of the deal, customers on the $45 plan will now have …
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Sprint and Boingo partner for free Wi-Fi in 35 U.S. airports. Sprint Sprint customers who travel frequently may soon find themselves with new Wi-Fi hotspots to jump onto. The carrier today announced a multiple-year deal with Boingo that expands the hotspot provider’s coverage in US airports. Related Links Calling all iPhones! Sprint’s iPhone gets Wi-Fi calling With Direct 2 You …
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