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Monday, April 6, 2015

Sony Xperia Z2 specs and design confirmed

After leaked images hinted at the look of the Sony Xperia Z2, a fresh report claims to have confirmed the forthcoming phone’s specifications.

Yesterday we brought you snaps of the Sony Xperia D6503, which looked every inch like the rumoured Sony Xperia Z1 follow-up we’ve been expecting.

Today sees confirmation from one source as to this phone’s credentials, as well as affirmation of the Sony Xperia Z2’s vital statistics.

A report over at Xperia Blog confirms that this is the so-called Sirius, the code-name for the Sony Xperia Z2. It also confirms that the Z2 will sport a larger 5.2-inch 1080p display, which is where those thinner side bezels that we commented on come in.

Elsewhere, the report confirms that the Sony Xperia Z2 will run on a Qualcomm MSM8974AB chipset featuring a 2.3GHz quad-core processor and an Adreno 330 GPU. This will be backed by 3GB of RAM.

The Z2’s main camera will indeed be a 20.7-megapixel example, while the front camera will be 2.1-megapixel.

Apparently, despite recently leaked screenshots (see below) added to the original XDA Developers post showing the Sony Xperia Z2 running on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, the final model will ship with Android 4.4.2 KitKat.

As we saw yesterday, the Sony Xperia Z2 will look very similar to the Sony Xperia Z1, with the same functional rectangular design and an almost identical control and port layout.

We’re hoping to see some kind of official announcement for the Sony Xperia Z2 some time around the end of February when MWC rolls into Barcelona.

Samsung Galaxy S5 release date news rumours specs and price updated

The eagerly awaited Samsung Galaxy S5 release date is growing near, with a number of recent Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours pegging the handset for a pre-MWC 2014 unveiling.

With Samsung spokespeople having officially confirmed to TrustedReviews that a Samsung Galaxy S5 release date will be held in Q1, further reports have looked to narrow down the phones arrival, with a February 23 launch the most recent to be tipped.

Away from the phoness arrival, a senior company exec recently stated that the Samsung Galaxy S4 successor will have a focus on the screen and "feel" of the smartphone, while a selection of leaked photos suggest the S5 could even feature a brand new UI.

Although one of the most frequently repeated Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours is the phones move to an all new, premium metal body, the company has informed us that this might not be the case after all. In a recent interview, Kyle Brown, Head of Technical Product Management within Samsung’s IM division which covers smartphones, tablets and wearables, told us: "I don’t believe Samsung will go down the route of making a metal device just because other manufacturers are.”

To keep up to date with all the latest Samsung Galaxy S5 release date, news, rumours, specs and price details, bookmarket this page as we will be updating it regularly with all the latest details.

Samsung Galaxy S5 News

While a number of recent Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours have claimed the phone will become the first handset to run the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 processor, the chipset manufacturer has hinted that this might not be the case.

With the Samsung Galaxy S5 release date tipped for Q1, speaking with TrustedReviews, Qualcomms Vice President of Marketing has revealed he does not expect the first Snapdragon 805 device to land until "mid-2014".

Giving an insight into the phones upcoming abilities, in late 2013, claimed Samsung Galaxy S5 benchmarks appeared suggesting that, despite making a jump to a rival 64 bit processor, the S5 will be slower than the iPhone 5S.

While reports have suggested that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S5 clocked a score of 3303.88 in a Rightware Browsermark test, the recording is slower than both the iPhone 5Ss score of 3669.91 and even the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 which clocked 3353.07.

While the leaked Samsung Galaxy S5 benchmarks have suggested the phone will be less powerful than the iPhone 5S, further reports suggested that in a bid to save money on production costs, Samsung will drop the flagship phone from its usual AMOLED panel to a cheaper LCD offering.

However, fresh reports have suggested that the Galaxy S5 will abandon AMOLED technology in fabour of an LTPS LCD display, due to production difficulties with the 2K resolution AMOLEDs.

This is supported by the fact Samsung recently purchased a 3 per cent stake in Sharp, meaning it isnt out of the question for Sharp to manufacture screens for the next Samsung flagship.

Recently, it has been suggested that the Korean manufacturer will hold a Samsung Galaxy S5 release date in March 2014. Now, a Samsung Mobile exec has confirmed that the S5 is on target for a March/April release date alongside the second-generation Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch.

There are also rumours that the Galaxy S5 could launch with a premium Samsung Galaxy F handset, offering specs at the very top of those currently available.

Elsewhere, Samsung recently teased a range of potential Samsung Galaxy S5 features. Speaking at its annual Analyst Day in Seoul, South Korean, the manufacturer has suggested that its 2014 phones (i.e. the Samsung Galaxy S5) will boast impressive 2560 x 1440 pixel displays as well as 16-megapixel ISOCELL camera sensors and as much as 4GB of RAM.

Whats more, while recent Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours have pointed to the device trading in its less than impressive plastic build in favour of a new metal option, Samsung itself has stated the phone will support a 64-bit processor. While it might copy the iPhone 5S CPU, Samsung has stated the S5 will not feature an integrated fingerprint scanner.Ensuring it is not left behind, latest Samsung Galaxy S5 news has once again seen the upcoming handset tipped to run a 64-bit processor, similar to that found in the new iPhone 5S.

While Samsung’s CEO of Mobile Shin Jong-Kyun recently stated that "yes, our next smartphones will have 64-bit processing functionality," reports of production issues had hinted this feature might not drop until later in 2014 aboard the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. Now, however, the Samsung Galaxy S5 looks set to be on the receiving end, of the PC-esque processor.

“According to the latest bits of information coming from Samsung’s homeland, the company is pretty much done with developing its in-house 64-bit CPU,” tech blog GforGames has reported. They added: “From our understanding, Samsung went past the more difficult parts of creating the CPU, and the chip is almost ready for its release.”

Further reports have suggested the Samsung Galaxy S5 release date will see the handset line up with 3GB of RAM in tow. A feature that has also been mooted for the imminent Samsung Galaxy Note 3, the S5s expansive RAM has been hinted at after the companys latest development announcement.

Speaking in recent weeks, Samsung confirmed that it had started mass production of the first 3GB low power DDR3 RAM chips for mobile devices. With the Samsung Galaxy S5 set to be the manufacturers new flagship phone, it makes sense that it will run the companys latest developments and most advanced components.

A chip that could spell more than increased speeds and improved multitasking capabilities, the Samsung Galaxy S5 RAM improvement could result in a slimmer phone with a bettery battery life. An official spokesperson for the company stated: "Samsungs new ultra-slim memory solutions will enable thinner smartphone designs and allow for additional battery space, while offering a data transfer speed of up to 2,133 megabits per second (Mbps) per pin."

Samsung Galaxy S5 Release Date

Samsung Mobile Executive Vice President, Lee Young Hee, was recently quoted as stating the Samsung Galaxy S5 release date will lie in March or April, launching alongside the Galaxy Gear 2 smartwatch.

"Weve been announcing our first flagship model in the first half of each year, around March and April, and we are still targeting for release around that time. When we release our S5 device, you can also expect a Gear successor with more advanced functions, and the bulky design will also be improved," said Lee.

Its a bit of a relief to have some concrete release date info, even if it is a little unsurprising. Like its bitter rival Apple, Samsung has become something of a fan of strict annual product cycles for its leading product lines and as such has become a little bit predictable.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 hit UK retailers on April 26 after a dedicated New York launch event on March 14. The Samsung Galaxy S3 went into stores on May 29 2012 and all the way back in 2011, the Samsung Galaxy S2 launched on May 1.

Although it is believed the Samsung Galaxy S5 will hit retailers in March, it has been suggested that the phone will be unveiled during a pre-MWC 2014 press conference on February 23.

“Samsung Galaxy S5 launch – 18.00. Barcelona. 23 February. Price the same. Launch – end of April. Specs – u know them. New touchwiz," Mobile Review editor and serial launch date tipster, Eldar Murtazin Tweeted recently.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Rumours

Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours have been doing the rounds for quite some time now. The most prominent Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours to date, however, all focus on one area of the currently unconfirmed phone – its design.

With the Samsung Galaxy S4 having been widely criticised for its plastic form factor which failed to match up to the brushed metal highlights of the iPhone 5 or HTC One, Samsung is widely expected to adopt an all new finish for the S5, with new aluminium body repeatedly tipped.

The Galaxy S5 will most likely forego the flexible, curved form factor introduced with the Samsung Galaxy Round and LG G Flex, due to low yield rates and increased costs.

"The current capacity for flexible panels is not high enough for the Galaxy S5, which will be rolled out early next year," suggested Kim Jong-hyen, an analyst at Seoul-based Eugene Investment & Securities.

According to unnamed “sources close to the South Korean phone maker,” recent reports have suggested that the Samsung Galaxy S5 will be used to launch a new ‘Design 3.0’ standard within the company.

The sources stated: “While we don’t have the slightest idea what Design 3.0 really means in terms of looks, we can now confirm that Samsung will start to use aluminium for its high-end smartphones, and the Samsung Galaxy S5 will be the first one to receive this treatment.”

Further hinting at a change in design and materials, Samsung recently acquired carbon fibre specialist the SGL Group, announcing in an official statement that it would be using the high-end lightweight materials in future phones and tablets.

"Lightweight materials have become an important factor not only in industrial applications but also the consumer end markets such as digital media," Yoosung Chung, President & CEO of Samsung Petrochemical said. He added: "This partnership will position Samsung as a leading player in the development and application of carbon fibre-based products.”

"The cooperation is expected to provide a stable long-term supply of carbon fibre materials for Samsung and promote its use in various Samsung products and applications such as consumer electronics, medical devices and engineering applications,"

Samsung Galaxy S5 Specs

With the Samsung Galaxy S4 having taken smartphone specs to the next level, it is widely expected that the South Korean manufacturer will continue with a similar trend with the next-generation S5. Although few areas of the phone’s features list have yet been rumoured, certain elements have already been teased.

In January, it was rumoured that the Galaxy S5 could feature a brand new UI, a 2014 edition of the Samsung TouchWiz UX that sports a whole new redesign.

Earlier this month a Samsung design patent leaked (above) showing off a new angled-edged phone which has been mooted to the be the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S5.

As you can see in the leaked UI screengrabs above, Samsung may introduce design tweaks with the S5 TouchWiz, offering a more mature feel to its currently slightly cartoonish UI.

This brand new UI could also run on a 5.25-inch QHD 2K resolution display that has recently entered production, stepping up the 5-inch Full 1080p HD screen of the S4.

The QHD panel would offer a stunning resolution of 2560 x 1440p with a 560ppi image density for sublime image quality and make it king of the current smartphone displays.

Based on an outed design filing, the phone will run a version of Google’s Android operating system (no surprises there then) as well as integrated cameras front and back.

Other recently emerged Samsung Galaxy S5 rumours have claimed the upcoming handset will make use of a new 16-megapixel smartphone camera sensor, offing high-end snaps that could finally spell the end for the dedicated compact camera.

According to further leaks, the Samsung Galaxy S5 specs sheet will see the new 16-megapixel camera sensor further bolstered by optical image stabilisation features.The revised camera component is said to be under development in Korea to replace the 13-megapixel snapper found on the existing S4.

Recent reports have claimed that the Samsung Galaxy S5 could be wrapped within a Samsung Galaxy S4 Active esque waterproof coating.

Samsung has also developed an 8GB RAM chip, just in time for the Galaxy S5 launch. The South Korean electronics giant announced the chip at the end of 2013, calling the new chip "the industrys first eight gigbit (Gb), low power double data rate 4 (LPDDR4), mobile DRAM".

The chip should use around 40 per cent less battery power and help power higher resolution displays.

Samsung Galaxy S5 Price

Although the Samsung Galaxy S5 price is a long way from being confirmed, it has already been suggested that the S5 will cost more than its already pricey predecessor.

According to the same unnamed sources who have claimed a metal bodied design will be bestowed upon the next-gen handset, the Samsung Galaxy S5 price will be bumped up by the new premium building materials.

Stay tuned for more Samsung Galaxy S5 news and rumours as more details on the S4 follow-on continue to appear.

Specs of Sony Xperia Honami leak 20 MP camera confirmed

The Sony Xperia Honami will reportedly sport a 5-inch display of 1080p resolution. The smartphone is going to be powered by a 2.2 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor and feature 2 GB of RAM. The 20 megapixel Exmor RS main camera will feature Sony G-lens and BIONZ image processor, but its sensor will measure 1/2.3" rather than the previously rumored 1/1.6".

The impressive snapper will be joined by a 2 megapixel front facing snapper. The smartphone will have 16 GB of expandable storage to save all those shots and will draw its juice from a 3,000mAh battery.

Sony Xperia Honami is said to be IP57 certified, which it is completely dust-protected and it will withstand a meter of water for 30 minutes. The Xperia Honami reportedly measures 144 x 73.9 x 8.3mm and will come with a great set of connectivity options along with latest version of the Android OS - 4.2. The upcoming flagship smartphone from Sony is expected to compete against the likes of other camera-phones such as Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom and, more importantly, the Nokia Lumia 1020.

Sony is set to unveil its Honami smartphone at its press event on September 4 at the IFA expo in Berlin.

Google Nexus 5 release date rumours news price and specs

The Google Nexus 5 is on the way and the search giant turn manufacturer has now confirmed the phone will launch the new Andoird 4.4 Kit Kat operating system.

With Google Nexus 5 release date rumours having kicked into overdrive in recent week, the next-generation flagship Android phone looks to sprinting towards an imminent arrival, with Google having slashed the price of last years Google Nexus 4 in order to clear stocks and make way for its new Samsung Galaxy S4 rival.

Set to line up alongside the recently unveiled new Nexus 7, the Google Nexus 5 will land with Android 4.4 in tow, while recent Google Nexus 5 leaks have claimed the phone will not only be manufacturered by LG, but feature a spec markedly similar to that of the LG G2. The phone has even been caught on camera at Googles HQ.

With the Google Nexus 5 release date now expected to be just a matter of weeks away, latest Google Nexus 5 rumours have suggested the phone will bring a larger screen, bumped up specs and a thinner form factor to boot.

We’ve rounded up all the Google Nexus 5 gossip for you in one place, saving you having to trawl the web for any news of the next Google smartphone. We will be updating this page too, so bookmark it now to keep up to date.

Google Nexus 5 Release Date

Latest reports have pegged the Google Nexus 5 release date as October 31. Although not having come from official avenues, the tipped Halloween arrival would fit with past Nexus launches and see the Nexus 5 look to capitalise on the pre-Christmas shopping rush. Whats more, it would avoid landing too close to the September 20 iPhone 5S release date.

Claimed unnamed sources have stated: “The next Nexus phone should arrive sometime in October, possibly around October 31." This would see the phone land just weeks after the LG G2 release date.

Although there has, as yet, been no official word from Google as to when the Nexus 5 will be released, this is just one of several reports which have suggested that an October arrival is on the cards, given added backing to the claims. Given the Nexus 5 could be just weeks from arrival, the recent Nexus 4 price cut would suggest the search giant is already preparing for its next flagship phone. Whats more, retailers have already started pulling the Google Nexus 4 from shelves.

In May, both Phones 4u and Carphone Warehouse reportedly stopped selling the Nexus 4, then in July the Nexus 4 disappeared from the Carphone Warehouse site entirely. Having a quick scan of all the UK network providers, the Nexus 4 is conspicuously absent, only listed as out of stock on the O2 website, and completely missing from the rest.

This could suggest a Google Nexus 5 release date may be upon us earlier than October, but of course this is just speculation on our part, especially as the Nexus 4 is still available to pruchase on the Google Play store although at a reduced price.

Google Nexus 5 Specs

The Google Nexus 5 will improve on the existing specs of the Nexus 4 with recent rumours pointing to a considerable jump in performance. A 5.2-inch OLED 1920 x 1080p Full HD display is said to be making the cut, upgrading the current 4.7-inch 1280 x 768p resolution screen.

Processor-wise the Google Nexus 5 should pack a 2.3GHZ Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core processor with an impressive 3GB of RAM. There should also be the option of 16GB, 32GB or 64GB of internal storage, probably lacking microSD card expansion like the existing flagship.

With a hearty 3300mAH Lithium Polymer battery reportedly in tow, the Google Nexus 5 should also have a 16-megapixel rear camera and Full 1080p HD video recording capabilities as well. Up front there is expected to be a 2.1-megapixel snapper for video calling and all those selfies.

As with the Nexus 4, we expect the next Google smartphone to have NFC, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, but with 4G LTE compatibility added.

At the start of July, it was tipped that the soon-to-be-announced LG G2 will share similar specs with the Google Nexus 5. The official LG unveiling is occurring on August 7, so you could see a preview of the Google Nexus 5 hardware then.

Google Nexus 5 News

Google Nexus 5 pictures have not been appearing everyday unlike the constantly leaking shots of the iPhone 5C. The phone has been caught on camera once though, with a Google employee captured taking a picture with the phone outside the companys Mountain View HQ (above).

Having worked with Google to create the Nexus 4, LG stated back in May that it wouldn’t be producing the Nexus 5, preferring to focus on promoting its own branded smartphone lines rather than stock Android devices. “The Nexus 4 was a great success despite the production problems for us and Google,” said Kim Wong, VP of LG Mobile in Europe. “However, we do not need such a marketing success again.”

The South Korean manufacturer believes that the launch of the Google Nexus 5 under the LG umbrella would detract from its own line of smartphones, especially the recently unveiled LG G2.

Despite LG stating that it would not be partnering with Google to produce the Nexus 5 despite a strong relationship, latest reports have seemingly put LG back in the picture. Whats more, LG representatives have hinted heavily to TrustedReviews that they will be in the driving seat of the Nexus 5, teasing that we will be seeing the phone "very soon."

Elsewhere, further Google Nexus 5 rumours have put production duties in the hands of Asus, which already produces its Nexus 7 tablet, or Samsung, with whom Google worked with for the Nexus 10.

The latest rumours suggest that the Nexus 5 will actually be made by Motorola, a company which is a fairly recent acquisition of Google itself. The new tip comes from a notoriously accurate leakster by the name of Taylor Wimberley, who wrote a Google Plus post stating the Nexus 5 would arrive in Q4 produced by Motorola.

"Motorola will release a Nexus smartphone in Q4 (that is not the Moto X)," wrote Wimberley.

Rather than introduced a Google Edition Moto X, it seems that Motorola will join together with parent company Google to produce the Nexus 5 this year.

However, completely contradicting these claims is the latest rumour that LG will build the Nexus 5 smartphone after all.

According to the South Korean MyDrivers website on August 13, the Nexus 5 will not only be made by LG but also be designed on the recently unveiled LG G2.

The site suggested that the Nexus 5 would land with a Full HD 1080p 5.2-inch screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, a 10-megapixel camera and 16/32GB of internal storage.

Google Nexus 5 Rumours

Although it was widely thought that the Google Nexus 5 would be the first device to run Android 5.0 Key Lime Pie, especially as Google chose to launch the new Nexus 7 with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, the arrival of Android 4.4 Kit Kat has changed these beliefs.

While Android 4.3 introduced several new features like Restricted Profiles, Android 4.4 is expected to be a more comprehensive overhaul, potentially showcasing the processing prowess of the Nexus 5 when it launches later this year.

Google Nexus 5 Price

Seeing as Google chose to stay close to the price points set by the first-generation Nexus 7 with its new 7-inch slate, we expect the search engine giant to follow the same path with the Nexus 5.

Currently, the SIM-Only Nexus 4 with 8GB of storage is priced at £239, with the 16GB version offered at £279.

The Full HD screen may well push these price tags a little higher, but Google would be unwise to increase them by much in order to keep the Nexus 5 attractively affordable, especially in comparison to flagships offerings from its rivals, such as the Samsung Galaxy S4, iPhone 5 or HTC One.

Nokia Lumia 1820 and Lumia 1525 specs leak ahead of MWC unveiling

Specs for the Nokia Lumia 1820 and Nokia Lumia 1525 have leaked online ahead of an official MWC unveiling.

Nokia could be making quite an impact at this year’s MWC if the latest leaked specs for its upcoming handsets turn out to be accurate.

Acccording to a brand new source named @NextLeaks, Nokia will launch the flagship Lumia 1820 and the Lumia 1525 phablet will be launched at the show.

Of course, this new tipster doesn’t have the proven track record of someone like @evleaks, but we really hope these specs are the real deal.

The Lumia 1820 will reportedly feature a 5.2-inch 2K 2048 x 1080p resolution display running on a quad-core Snapdragon 805 processor with 3GB of RAM.

It will be powered by a 3,400mAh battery, feature 32GB of internal storage and have a microSD card slot.

In the rear will be a Xenon flash and a Lytro-like camera that allows post-capture retouching from within the phone itself.

Apparently, it’ll be released in March 2014 and will have a similar design to the metal-bodied Nokia Lumia 925.

The information from @NextLeaks also suggests the Lumia 1525 phablet will have exactly the same hardware, including that super-speedy Snapdragon 805 processor.

However, it’ll come with a 6-inch 2K display that will feature solar panels within it to charge the 3,400mAh battery.

It will also feature a 25- or 30-megapixel rear camera, rather than the Lytro-style option of the 1820.

There’s no indication that the specs above are correct, but they do sound like the spec sheet dream.

Nexus 5 vs iPhone 5s vs iPhone 5c Tech Specs Compared

Google launched its much awaited its latest flagship smartphone, the Nexus 5.
The Nexus 5 comes with a 5-inch full HD 1920 x 1080 pixels display with a pixel density of 445 ppi, an 8MP rear-facing camera with Optical Image Stabilisation, and Android 4.4 KitKat, the latest version of Google’s mobile operating system.

So how does it stack up against the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c? Here’s a detailed comparison table where we have compared the tech specs of the LG Nexus 5, iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c.

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So going purely by the tech specs and reviews, iPhone 5s includes features such as the Touch ID that is not available in the Nexus 5 or iPhone 5c, comes with a much better camera and is available in 64GB storage option. On the other hand, the Nexus 5 comes with a bigger 4.95-inch screen with significantly higher pixel density of 445 ppi, double the RAM, NFC, support for 802.11 ac, and more importantly is available for almost half the cost of the iPhone 5s.

If budget is a constraint then there is no debate about which smartphone you should buy. The same is true if you’re looking for a smartphone with a bigger screen. When it comes to Android vs iOS, it boils down to user preference. The tech specs don’t usually give you the complete story, so it may be a good idea to visit a local store and get a first hand experience.

LG G Pro 2 specs leaked in AnTuTu benchmark

The LG G Pro 2 specs have leaked online in AnTuTu benchmarks, suggesting it will match the LG G2.

Ahead of an anticipated MWC 2014 arrival, the LG G Pro 2 specs have been leaked online and reveal a high-end hardware array.

In January, the first images of the LG G Pro 2 emerged online, revealing a design very similar to the LG G2. That image, coupled with the leaked benchmarks, reveal that the G Pro 2 has taken cues from the LG G2 on design and hardware.

According to the AnTuTu benchmarks, the LG G Pros 2 will have a full HD 1080p x 1920p display, which is reportedly around the 6-inch mark.

The benchmarks also suggest a 2.26GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor, Adreno 330 graphics and 3GB of RAM, which is exactly the same as the LG G2.

The LG G Pro 2 will seemingly have 32GB of internal storage as standard and run Android 4.4 KitKat.

This is a slight upgrade from the LG G2, which offers internal storage options from 16GB and runs Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean out of the box.

We expect the LG G Pro 2 is the smartphone the South Korean electronics giant is using to keep the flagship spot refreshed until the launch of the LG G3 later this year.

It sounds like the G Pro 2 is pretty much the larger screen, “phablet” version of the existing LG G2.

Although an MWC 2014 launch for the LG G Pro 2 has been heavily rumoured, the device may well launch earlier than that. LG recently sent out press invites for a Korean event that will take place on February 13.

LG could be attempting to beat the MWC rush, as Samsung is hotly tipped to launch the Samsung Galaxy S5 during its Samsung Unpacked 5 event on Monday, February 24.

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HTC One 2 passes through FCC with familiar specs

The HTC One 2 or the All New HTC One has just passed through the FCC with a familiar set of specs.

Following a wealth of leaks surrounding HTC’s upcoming flagship, the device has been spotted passing through the FFC ahead of its March 25 unveiling.

The mandatory FFC approval process comes with a sketched outlined design of the HTC One 2 that matches previously leaked press renders of the phone with its soft curve corners.

There’s nothing surprising about the FFC listing, with the phone said to feature a 5-inch full 1080p HD display running on a 2.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor with 3GB of RAM.

It will also arrive with a dual-sensor Ultrapixel rear camera offering around a 5-megapixel Ultrapixel resolution.

This is expected to help depth of field, image quality and focusing abilities over the existing HTC One’s rear camera.

The FCC filing also confirms that it will have multiple band 4G LTE compatibility along with Bluetooth 4.0, dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity.

The All New HTC One was originally expected to launch at MWC 2014, but HTC has now released invites for a special launch event on March 25 in London.

Judging from previous leaks, the HTC One 2 will be available in three colours – black, silver and gold – from launch, rather than the original duo of colour option for the HTC One.

The 2014 flagship is also expected to ditch the soft touch navigational buttons in favour of on-screen alternatives thanks to Android 4.4 KitKat.

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iPhone 6 release date news rumours specs and price

Although an iPhone 6 release date is still months away, a raft of iPhone 6 rumours have already started circling the web.

Despite the iPhone 5S having only launched back in September, with the flagship phone landing alongside the lower-end, colourful iPhone 5C, attention has already turned to what Apple will do next, with a number of iPhone 6 rumours pointing to a device that could change the smartphone scene once again.

According to recent reports, an iPhone 6 release date could be held as early as June, with Apple combatting reportedly low iPhone 5S sales and ongoing stock shortages by launching its next-gen flagship phone early. While we recommend these reports are taken with a pinch of salt, more likely are claims that the iPhone 6 will land with a new 4.7-inch form factor.

Helping ensure you are kept up to date on all the latest iPhone 6 news and rumours, including details on the eagerly awaited iPhone 6 release date, we will continue to update this page up until the iPhone 6 launch, so bookmark it now.

iPhone 6 News

With the HTC One follow-on and Samsung Galaxy S5 both expected to be unveiled in a matter of weeks, the iPhone 6 will face renewed competition by the time it launches later this year.

As such, it is expected that the handset will mark a considerable step forward over past Apple handsets, with recently leaked Apple patents suggesting the phone will feature everything from a curved display to a larger form factor and a sapphire glass home button.

Although the phone currently remains shrouded in mystery, one iPhone 6 rumour that has surfaced on a number of occasions, is the suggestion that the phone will benefit from an increase in screen size as part of a total redesign. With the likes of the LG G2 having already pushed flagship Android phone displays to 5.2-inches, Apple is likely to make another jump in size, having moved from 3.5-inchs to 4-inch with the iPhone 5.

“The electronics giant has begun evaluating a plan to offer iPhones with screens ranging from 4.8 inches to as high as 6 inches,” claimed “people familiar with the matter” have been quoted as stating in recent reports.

Component suppliers have added that: “Apple has been particularly interested in recent tests for a 4.8-inch screen.”

With latest reports suggesting the iPhone 6 will line up with a 4.7-inch display, it is believed that the handset will still be smaller than many of its leading Android-based competitors, instead lining up similar in size to the Motorola Moto X.

iPhone 6 Release Date

Although an exact iPhone 6 release date is currently unknown, it has been suggested by reported Chinese insiders that the phone will be unveiled as part of Apples annual WWDC conference in June. While early iPhones were unveiled around this time of year, based on Apple’s past habits, we can take a pretty good stab in the dark, say thats rubbish and guess that the new flagship phone will be formally unveiled in September.

With the iPhone 4S having marked the company’s first move to a late summer unveiling, the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5S have all made their first appearances around the same time of year.

Given that Apple is a creature of habit, we expect the iPhone 5S release date will be held in either late September or early October 2013, following an unveiling two weeks prior. One thing you can bet on is that the iPhone 6 will not be hit by the same level of stock shortages as the iPhone 5S, a device which faced 6-8 week shipping delays on day one.

iPhone 6 Rumours

Despite the iPhone 6 being set to be one of Apples biggest launches of 2014, the next-gen smartphone might have to share the stage. With Apple having repeated teased and hinted a wearable gadget potentially being in the works at its Cupertino HQ, it has been suggested that the iPhone 6 release date could be held in conjunction with an Apple iWatch launch.

Tipped to boast a 1.3-inch touchscreen, the Apple iWatch will reportedly feature a curved screen manufactured by LG and launch as a companion to the iPhone 6.

Although iWatch reports have circled for some time, the iPhone 6 rumour which continues to generate the most talking points is the potential move to a larger display. With insiders and component suppliers chattering about a bigger display, analysts have got in on the act too, with Topeka Capital analyst Brian White also pointing at a 4.8-inch form factor.

“The next iPhone will offer customers more choice in terms of screen size, White suggested in a recent note to investors. “Tthe Company has never offered multiple screen sizes for a single model, we believe this is about to change with the next iPhone offering different screen sizes that we believe will allow Apple to better bifurcate the market and expand its reach.”

One iPhone 6 rumours which seems to be stretching the realms of possibility, is collection of iPhone 6 concept images which have shown the phone with a curved, wraparound display. While these images have grabbed the attentions of many, even the concept’s designer has questioned its likelihood.

“Such a design may appear on the iPhone 6 or 7, or maybe never,” designer Nikolay Lamm said. “It’s a cool design, but one which is unlikely to give Apple a sustainable competitive advantage.”

Further iPhone 6 rumours have seen a proposed move to a Sapphire glass display reportedly set to the manufacturer back a staggering £350 million. While the move would help improve screen clarity and toughness, if the Samsung Galaxy S5 is on the receiving of its 2K display improvement, this upgrade might not be enough for Apple to compete with its Korean rival.

iPhone 6 Specs

The iPhone 6 specs sheet is set to have a few surprises in store following the incremental updates from the iPhone 5 to the iPhone 5S.

With the Touch ID fingerprint sensor having made an appearance aboard the iPhone 5S, it is expected that the biometric security measure will become something of a standard on flagship models, and make another stop within the iPhone 6’s home button.

Further iPhone 6 specs will likely see the increased screen and completely overhauled design partnered with an even speedier 64-bit processor and revised camera.

Although the iPhone 6 camera looks set to retain the same 8-megapixel sensor as its predecessor, recent reports have suggested that integrated snapper will be improved by a move to improved glass optics to boost image quality and clarity.

Further and more precise iPhone 6 specs are still unclear.

As has become customary, the iPhone 6 is expected to be made available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB storage forms, although a new 128GB handset is also believed to be on the cards.

iPhone 6 Price

Although Apple isn’t short of a few bob, the iPhone 6 price, like that of its predecessor is sure to hit you where it hurts, the wallet.

The iPhone 5S price was increased over its predecessor, and with the iPhone 6 expected to get a bump in screen size and an all new design, you can expect and even lofty rise in costs next time around. We will bring you further details on the iPhone 6 price as and when we get them.

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