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The Verizon Moto X handset has made an appearance in an image received by the folks over at Android Central, in which we see a Nexus 4-esque black handset with the new Motorola logo up in the left corner. This follows a roadmap that leaked yesterday showing the release date of the handset on Verizon (as well as the HTC One).

The image is tagged on top with a “Not for sale” stamp and a “Motorola confidential property” stamp on the bottom. There’s no Verizon branding on the handset, but the source of the image says that it is the handset destined to be offered from Verizon. Overall, the phone isn’t very large, and looks quite a bit similar to the Nexus 4.

We also get a look at the Android software running on it, of which there is only one really notable portion. As the folks at Android Central point out, a careful look at the keys on the bottom of the screen reveals that the background behind them is transparent. This is a change up from what we currently see, and could indicate anything from a customization specific to the phone to a newer version of Android being on it.

Aside from that, what we see are some large bezels at both the top and the bottom of the screen, as well as the generic black color that will be offered on the handset (in addition to white, it is said) available from carriers. The customization options, of which they’re rumored to be numerous, will be available to those who order online with their own selections.

According to the leaked roadmap, Verizon will be launching the Moto X on August 23, giving us a bit over a month left in waiting. It is possible Motorola will be revealing the device well before this date, however, especially considering the number of leaks that have surfaced concerning the device. For more information, check out the timeline below and the Moto X tag portal.

SOURCE: Android Central

Verizon Moto X leaked in image ahead of launch is written by Brittany Hillen & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Rumors of Motorola’s upcoming smartphone are heating up. Currently known as the Moto X, the device has been the victim of numerous leaks and speculation over the last several weeks, and today we’re seeing yet another addition. Google Chairman Eric Schmidt was spotted using a mysterious device that we can only suspect to be the Google-owned Moto X device.

At the annual Allen & Co. business conference yesterday, Schmidt was seen using a mysterious device that looks a lot like Motorola’s Moto X handset, based on the handful of image leaks that we’ve seen so far. The photos of Schmidt using the phone are highly detailed, allowing us a good look at the device that he doesn’t appear to be keeping on the down-low.

The model that Schmidt is using appears to have a slightly glossy rear white shell with a curved shape. The camera module and LED flash are placed prominently in the center of the device toward the top, with what looks to be the speaker directly next to the camera. We also see that the headphone jack is dead center on the top edge of the device, rather than on one side or the other.

As for the front of the device, it appears to be a solid slate of all black, but we can’t get a good look, seeing as how Schmidt’s ear is enveloping most of the phone. The volume rocker and the power button appear to be situated on the right edge of the device with thin chrome buttons. The edges of the phone look really thin, while the center is a bit thicker with its curved look, which is a rather unique shape for a smartphone these days.

The photos of Schmidt using this phone match up almost perfectly with the latest image leak of the device that shows a black matte model. It has the same curved rear shell with the camera module mounted in the same location, as well as the centered headphone jack on the top edge. One thing’s for sure: this phone exists, but the only question is what will it be called officially? And when is it arriving?

SOURCE: Reuters

Moto X publicly dogfooded by Google’s Schmidt as leaks increase is written by Craig Lloyd & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Rumors of a plastic budget iPhone surfaced many months ago, and although they’ve been denied, the leaks have continued, with some saying they’re close to hitting the market, others saying the images that have surfaced are just cases, and finally others saying a plastic iPhone will happen, but won’t be a budget device. Now some high-resolution shots of the mythical plastic iPhone have surfaced, and word has it they’ll be available soon.

The images appeared over at Fanatic Fone, which says has been confirmed as the real deal by its “wonderful and trusted sources,” and that the same sources say the device will be launched “very soon.” There wasn’t any mention of when that launch day could be, however, and it was stated that the pricing won’t be much lower than the regular iPhone models. Of course, nothing has been confirmed, and we’ve heard this before.

The handset featured in the images is said to be made of polycarbonate material, and to feel “smooth,” with easy fingerprint transfer. It is also said to be the same size as the iPod Touch, which – assuming it all pans out and Apple launches this version of the iPhone – won’t give consumers much incentive to buy the Touch, depending on how the pricing works out.

On July 1, we saw an image leak of three bright plastic iPhones that are visually the same as the one featured above, except in strange bright green, yellow, and a reddish color similar to Laffy Taffy shades (its hyper saturated colors could be the result of the camera used to take the image, however). We already saw the green version of the plastic iPhone on June 29.

Back on January 8, we heard via The Wall Street Journal that Apple had been discussing releasing a cheaper iPhone for the last several years, part of the reason why rumors have been floating around regarding it for so long. The same individuals said that the company could be launching them in the latter portion of this year, and if such is true – and others in the same vein – we won’t have too much longer to wait.

SOURCE: Fanatic Fone

Plastic iPhone purportedly featured in leaked high-resolution images is written by Brittany Hillen & originally posted on SlashGear.
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It didn’t take long for us to grab some important details (well, a time and a place) about an incoming Surface RT price cut. Our source has forwarded a Staples ad — and working link — which reveals that a $150 price cut on the entry-level 32GB Surface RT will start this Sunday 14th July. No word on a discounted Touch Cover option, however, at least not from Staples, but we’ll fill you in if there’s other retailers jumping on the discount.

(Thanks, Brandon!)

Filed under: Tablets, Microsoft

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Kodak may be in deep trouble financially, but it seems they’re trying to get their pennies in order and their balance back. Today, we’re seeing leaked photos of an upcoming Micro Four Thirds camera from the company that aims to put Kodak back into the photography spotlight. No official name has been determined for this new snapper, but it seems it’ll be called the S1.

It doesn’t appear to be the same one we saw back in January, either. Final specs are still a mystery, but based on the photos, we can get an idea of some of the things we’ll be working with when this bad boy eventually pops out on store shelves. The camera will have WiFi capabilities, and the overall body of the device seems pretty compact — nothing too surprising in the looks department.

The kit lens looks to be an Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 lens, which also comes standard on Olympus PEN cameras as well as discontinued E-P series shooters. The camera will have a generously-sized LCD screen on the back, although we’re not sure if it’ll be touchscreen or not. Seeing as how there’s already plenty of physical controls on the camera, it’s not likely we’ll see a touchscreen on this one. It will, however, be able to pop out at an angle for easy viewing in live mode.

As many other Micro Four Thirds cameras, the S1 will be able to shoot in manual, as well as either shutter or aperture priority. Of course, there’s also an automatic mode for the novices, and you’ll also be able to record video, which we’re guessing will be 1080p, but we can’t be too sure at this point.

Based on the photos, it looks like there will be a matching flash for the camera, but we’re not sure if that will be available separately or if it will come with the camera. Again, no specs have been leaked for the camera, nor do we know about price, but come next year, Kodak fans should be able to grab one of these.

VIA: 4/3 Rumors

Kodak Micro Four Thirds camera leaks, tipped for 2014 arrival is written by Craig Lloyd & originally posted on SlashGear.
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