HTC can’t seem to leave the “One” series alone. Sarah Tew/CNET HTC could be ready to release yet another variant of its One series of smartphones, a new rumor suggests. According to details obtained by Twitter source @Uplinks, HTC could soon introduce a new, albeit minimal, twist on the One M8 flagship . Related Links …
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Google has partnered with handset makers Micromax, Karbonn and Spice to bring phones that cost less than $100 to India. Android Chief Sundar Pichai introduced the initiative at the Google I/O developer conference in June. Getty Images Google just took an important step toward cementing its dominance over the world with its Android mobile operating system. In the wee hours …
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The iPhone 6 next to its larger Plus sibling. Is the latter too big to be practical? Josh Miller/CNET For anyone who’s been patiently awaiting a new, larger iPhone, last week’s announcement was good news indeed. In fact, maybe too good: the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus present an awfully tough decision. Namely: big or bigger? On the one …
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This Friday could be Apple’s biggest iPhone launch day yet — and we’re not just talking about a bigger screen. Apple sold a record number of new iPhones in the first 24 hours of preorders. It’s not clear which is the more popular model, but the iPhone 6 Plus has a longer wait time for delivery than the iPhone 6. …
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The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, which hit stores Friday, could mark the biggest launch in Apple’s 38-year history. Apple Apple said Monday it hit a record in first-day preorders of its new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, with over four million preorders in the first 24 hours. By comparison, Apple two years ago received over two million …
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Now playing: Watch this: iPhone 6 and 6 Plus 2:03 There are two new iPhone models that will be available for purchase soon. The iPhone 6 is equipped with a 4.7-inch Retina display, while the larger iPhone 6 Plus has a 5.5-inch Retina display. In addition to being slimmer and lighter, both models also include a 64-bit A8 processor with …
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LG Electronics LG is officially rolling out a new variant of its G3 phone for stylus fans. Debuting in Brazil this week, the new LG G3 Stylus is a pen-enabled smartphone equipped with a stylus that slides right into the side of the phone. The stylus itself is made of a proprietary Rubberdium material that LG says will feel comfortable …
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Phones 4U Phones 4U shops will not open today as the mobile phone retailer goes into administration, blaming decisions by EE and Vodafone to pull out of Phones 4U stores. Phones 4U is, along with Carphone Warehouse, the UK’s major high street mobile phone retailer, employing 5,596 people in 550 stores. Like Carphone Warehouse, Phones 4U sells a range of …
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Geoffrey Morrison The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association Expo is a yearly event that highlights the latest in custom installation products, predominantly in-wall speakers, home automation, projectors, and so on. This year, there were a bunch of products for a more mainstream audience, like LG’s 105-inch $100,000 LED LCD. Kidding. There were a bunch of cool products for every …
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Since February, Roku has sold 2 million devices, including the $50 Roku Streaming Sticks introduced in March CNET Roku has sold 10 million of its streaming devices in its lifetime, climbing a rung higher on the milestone ladder from the 8 million it reported in January. That compares to the 20 million Apple has sold as of April of its …
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Apple is selling its new iPhones through every major retail site except one — the biggest one. Josh Miller/CNET As consumers scramble all over the web to get their hands on Apple’s latest creations, the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, there’s one place no one is looking: Amazon.com. It seems strange that of all the sellers of consumer electronics, …
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Apple With Apple once again launching two new iPhones, Aussies might be looking at the price comparisons between local and US pricing, and wondering what the deal is. It’s always good to remember that the $299 for the 64GB iPhone 6 is an on contract price in the US, while the AU$999 is the recommended retail price in Australia. But …
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The Moto X sports a fancy new body and a lower price. CNET Motorola announced Sunday that the next-generation Moto X smartphone and Moto Hint Bluetooth earpiece will be available for preorder on Tuesday. In addition to an AT&T version with a $100 carrier-subsidized price, the handset maker will also make available for preorder an off-contract Moto X with an …
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Pre-ordered iPhone 6 auctions are fetching a hefty premium. Screenshot by Eric Mack/CNET So, you just heard about this iPhone 6 thing and you’re thinking you’d like to get your hands on one as soon as possible? Unfortunately, you’re going to have to go to the back of an already long line, unless you’re willing to pay a little extra. …
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The iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus may be costly, but they will retain their value better than most other phones. Apple Apple’s iPhone 6 doesn’t come cheap, but the good news is your old iPhone will help you pay for it. People interested in upgrading to the newest Apple smartphone, which officially goes on sale Friday, may be happy …
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