The Motorola Droid Turbo gets a fresh coat of “Sapphire Blue Ballistic Nylon” paint. Verizon Verizon on Thursday announced the immediate availability of its latest smartphone, a refreshed take on the Motorola Droid Turbo. Related Links Motorola Droid Turbo review HD voice and video updates bring two more reasons to love the Motorola Droid Turbo …
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A waterproof version of the Galaxy S6 could soon arrive at AT&T’s door. Sarah Tew / CNET AT&T could offer a waterproof version of the recently introduced Samsung Galaxy S6 smartphone, reports SamMobile. Related Links Editor’s take: Samsung Galaxy S6 Samsung swings big with overhauled Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge The Samsung Galaxy S6 just killed two of my favorite …
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The Moto E arrives with the latest version of Google’s mobile operating system, Android 5.0 Lollipop on board. Andrew Hoyle/CNET Cricket Wireless is the latest carrier to announce support for the second-generation Moto E smartphone. Arriving last Friday, the budget-friendly Android 5.0 handset sells for $130 without contract. Introduced in late February, the handset a 4.5-inch display, 5-megapixel rear camera …
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Huawei’s name is thrown in the hat for the next-gen Nexus smartphone. Andrew Hoyle/CNET Google could turn to Huawei for an upcoming Nexus device, or so says Kevin Yang, director of China research at iSuppli. Related stories Huawei’s new focus on high-end phones is a good idea, but won’t be easy Huawei Watch unveiled at MWC Huawei shifts sights to …
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Sony’s next tablet could come as soon as next week. Screen shot by Scott Webster/CNET Sony may introduce an Xperia Z4 Tablet at Mobile World Congress next week. Related Links Sony said to be slashing 1,000 more jobs in mobile division Sony Xperia E4g packs 4G LTE and epic battery life on a budget Sony’s Google Glass rival SmartEyeglass goes …
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U.S. Cellular looks to keep pace with the competition with new shared data plan pricing. Screen shot by Scott Webster/CNET Following the lead of some of its competitors, U.S. Cellular, in keeping pace with competition, has lowered the price for fair amount of its Shared Connect plans. Related Links Price drop: US Cellular lowers cost for its prepaid plans Latest …
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Channel your inner ceramicist with Let’s Create! Pottery. Infinite Dreams Life’s too short to only use your phone and tablet for practical stuff. There are a ton of great apps to unlock your creativity and let you make something beautiful or fun. Related Links 5 fun multiplayer games for your Google Chromecast 7 great keyboard apps for your Android phone …
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T-Mobile offers insight into its Android updates with new tool. Screenshot by Scott Webster/CNET T-Mobile customers who want to track the status of their Android software updates now have an official tool to help in the process. Related Links Samsung Galaxy S6 with edge display pops up in carrier tease T-Mobile CEO says he’s open to all scenarios with Dish …
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Verizon’s next Android is the entry-level Samsung Galaxy Core. Verizon Verizon Wireless Monday announced its next Android smartphone, the entry-level Samsung Galaxy Core Prime. Related Links Verizon’s subscriber growth continues to hum, even as defections rise Samsung’s Galaxy S6 launch: Join us March 1 (live blog) Verizon adds 1GB of data to some plans, extends Edge discounts Available online starting …
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A limited-time deal sees Sprint offering more data than competitors, and at a lower cost. Screenshot by Scott Webster/CNET Sprint introduced a new, limited-time rate on Friday as part of its Family Share Pack rate plans. Available immediately, customers can share up to 12GB of high-speed data for $90 per month. Also included in the deal, of course, are unlimited …
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