LG Watch Style now available in Canada

The Android Wear 2.0-powered LG Watch Style is now available in Canada. The smartwatch is listed on the Canadian Google Store for CAD 319 (around $235) - that's for the silver and titanium model, as for the Rose Gold variant, you'll have to shell out CAD 40 more. Sadly, the Watch Sport isn't yet available in Canada, and there's also no official information on when it will be launched in the country. Both watches are already available in the United States, where they went on sale in February. Via

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Harga Coolpad Cool Dual dan Spesifikasi Lengkap 2017

Harga Coolpad Cool Dual – Indonesia kembali kedatangan Hp android terbbaru dari Coolpad yang kali ini akan hadir sebagai Hp android kelas menengah keatas bernama Coolpad Cool Dual, Hp ini menjadi andalan terbaru dari Coolpad di Indonesia agar dapat bersaing dengan Hp dari vendor lain yang sama-sama mengusung fitur dual kamera. Desain dari Coolpad Cool Dual terlihat sangat gagah […]

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Details about a "mini" LG G6 stir some rumors

A report from TechnoBuffalo discusses some details about an unannounced, unheard of device that LG had been working on, one that would look like the company's flagship G6 device. The document obtained by TechnoBuffalo suggests that LG will be selling a miniature version of the LG G6. Since the LG G4, there has been some kind of "mini" version of every flagship before the G6; the G4c and the G5 Mini. The report mentions the device will look like the G6 and feature the same 18:9 aspect ratio display, but with a smaller 5.4-inch panel. What isn't clear is if this version of the G6...

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T-Mobile Galaxy S6 edge+ will get Nougat next week

Samsung's devices are nefarious for taking so long to update and the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge+ is no exception. The T-Mobile-branded variant of the device will be receiving an OTA next week that will update the phone to Android Nougat. The update brings efficiency enhancements, a revamped UI, and some aesthetic differences. SOFTWARE UPDATE: @TMobile Engineers have approved the #GalaxyS6EdgePlus Nougat build! Should start pushing early next week!👏 http://pic.twitter.com/GPEadUQ26j— Des 📱 (@askdes) April 28, 2017 T-Mobile's product manager, Des - known for doing his crazy...

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Oppo F3 Plus review: Double take

Getting noticed in a busy place like the smartphone market is no easy feat. Oppo's decision to go after the selfie-loving crowd is one that seems to be paying off so far. Granted, technological gems like VOOC fast charging have likely played a part too, but it's no accident that the Selfie Experts are the most popular Oppo phones in our database.

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Amazon's Alexa will soon speak more human-like by pausing for breath and whispering

Amazon has announced a number of new Speech Synthesis Markup Language (or SSML) features that are part of Amazon's tools for developers of Alexa-enabled apps or "Skills" as the company calls them. Developers can now program the pronunciation, intonation, timing, and emotion conveyed through this artificial dictation. Amazon Echo Dot: 2nd Gen In order to achieve these changes in Alexa's voice, five new tags have been added as part of the coding process for Alexa's skills: Whispering - which is an effect that can make anything Alexa says sound like a whisper. Expletive beeps -...

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Nokia 3, 5, 6, and 3310 (2017) to only be out in the UK in June

Remember Nokia? It's trying to make a comeback for itself in the mobile world, under the guidance of a new company - HMD Global. It announced some new devices at MWC in February, but only one of them is available at the moment, and only in one country - China. This may be a nod from HMD Global to Nokia's smartphone launches from yesteryear, which all featured multiple months passing in between the unveiling and the actual release. Whatever it is, the situation isn't set to improve. While in March we thought we'd finally see the Nokia 3, 5, 6, and 3310 (2017) in the UK in May, now it turns...

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Samsung launches own Galaxy S8 and Gear VR video tutorials

Samsung has released a bunch of video tutorials for the Galaxy S8 duo and the new Gear VR. The clips detail basic controls and how to connect the VR headset along with key features of the new flagship smartphone. The playlist is completed with a two-minute overview of the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8+. Samsung delivered 11 short clips,saving you hours of reading user manuals. Those reveal how the new features of its high-end smartphones work. There is a video about Secure Folder, about the Iris Scanner and the basic gestures. Here's the whole playlist, feel free to check it...

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Nokia 3310 arrives in Spain on May 15 for €59

The Nokia 3310 (2017) was expected to hit European shelves next month, but now we have a more specific date to look forward to - May 15. The date was posted by major European retailer Media Markt on its Spanish website along with a €59 price tag. After unveiling the Nokia 3310 at MWC back in February, the announced price of the 2G phone was €49. Later however, several rumors suggested that the final price might actually be higher and the listing by Media Markt confirmed the device will indeed go for 20% more. Previously retailers in Germany and Austria listed the launch date on...

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IDC: Samsung and Apple stagnate as smartphone market grows

IDC revealed its latest report on smartphone shipments in the first three months of 2017. The numbers show that Samsung and Apple shipments were flat year-over-year, but the two companies are still comfortably in the first two positions globally. However, they might soon feel some pressure as the three Chinese companies that complete the Top 5 grew significantly. Huawei went from 28.1 million smartphone sales in Q1 2016 to 34.2 million in the last three months and gained 1.5 percentage points to close in on Apple. Oppo increased its shipments the most - 29.8%, and gained the same...

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Vodafone UK now sells Galaxy S8 and S8+ without pre-booking

Samsung's duo the Galaxy S8 and the Galaxy S8+ is now available on Vodafone UK without pre-booking. You can choose between Midnight Black or Orchid Gray. Тhe cheapest plan costs £40/month over two years and you'd need to shell out £150 for the Galaxy S8 itself. Samsung's flagship could also be bought with a new contract only for a tenner. You'd need to go for a plan worth at least £56 per month though. If you are want the larger Galaxy S8+ instead you'd need to shell out £4 extra per month. Vodafone also has offers for existing customers but in order to get them, you...

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Nintendo announces 2DS XL for $150

Nintendo has dropped a new handheld console, the 2DS XL. The 2DS XL is big step up from the toast-shaped 2DS and is essentially the 3DS XL but without the 3D display. That's really all there is to be said about this. The 2DS XL includes the faster processor, C-stick and NFC reader for Amiibos from the 3DS XL but lacks the 3D display and has a more compact and lighter design. The 2DS XL will still be compatible with all the 3DS games, just that you can't play them in 3D. The 2DS XL is priced at $149.99 and will be available starting July 28 in the US and July 13 in...

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Nougat-powered Samsung Galaxy J3 Prime launched for $150

A new Samsung smartphone has been launched. Dubbed Galaxy J3 Prime, the phone is powered by Exynos 7570 SoC and sports a 5-inch HD display. RAM is 1.5GB, while internal memory is 16GB. The handset features a 5MP rear camera and a 2MP front shooter. It runs Android 7.0 Nougat, and packs in a 2,600mAh battery. The phone is available for purchase in the US through T-Mobile, which has it listed for $6.00 down and $6.00/month for 24 months (totaling $150) for postpaid customers. For prepaid customers it's also $150, but currently there's an instant discount of $75. In addition to...

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LG G6 on AT&T receiving a bug-fixing update

AT&T has started pushing out a new update to LG G6 units on its network. The update arrives as software version H87110c, and although an official changelog isn't yet available, it's said to be a minor one that focuses on bug fixes. As is usually the case with OTA roll outs, it may take sometime for the update to hit your device. You can manually check for the update by heading to your phone's Settings menu. Source | Via

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Meizu E2 sees over 3 million registrations in first 48 hours

The China-exclusive Meizu E2 was officially announced a couple of days ago, and it's currently up for registrations in the Asian country. And it has received over 3 million registrations so far. It's worth mentioning that the 3 million figure just represents the number of registrations for the sale, and does not mean that those many people actually pre-ordered the phone. The handset - which starts at around $190 - will be up for grabs tomorrow in a flash sale. It's unclear how many units will be available so if you are interested. Via

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Get a free LG Watch Style with G6 pre-orders

If you are in the US, and are planning to purchase the unlocked variant of the LG G6 flagship smartphone, here's a deal for you: retailer B&H Photo is offering a free LG Watch Style with each pre-order of the device. The Rose Gold color variant of the smartwatch is on offer, and it normally costs $279. You can now get the smartphone as well as the timepiece for $650. There's currently no word on when shipments will begin - the listing just says the unlocked model is "coming soon." Source | Via

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Samsung Galaxy S8+ with 6GB RAM to be available in Hong Kong as well

Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy S8+ variant which comes with 6GB RAM and 128GB storage will soon be available in Hong Kong. The model is currently only available in the company's home country of South Korea and China. The confirmation was made during the launch of Samsung Pay in the Asian country. The tech giant revealed that the variant (which will not be carrier-locked, as is usually the case with Samsung phones in Hong Kong) will go on sale May 25 onwards. Sadly, there was no word on the pricing of the phone. Via

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