iPhone 5s Touch ID-improving software update tipped

Since its launch, some iPhone 5s users have experienced issues with the handset’s Touch ID function, which results in gradual recognition failures over time, requiring reconfiguring the prints until the … Continue reading

MWC 2014 Lenovo round-up

Handset and tablet makers rolled out their wares during Mobile World Congress 2014, and we got our hands on quite a number of gadgets, not the least of which is … Continue reading

40 Years of Cellphones in One Minute

Starting with the DynaTAC in 1974 and ending with the iPhone 5s, this wonderful little animation zips through 40 years of cellphones in a little over a minute.

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Your Phone's Wi-Fi Hotspot Could Act As an SOS Beacon in a Disaster

Your Phone's Wi-Fi Hotspot Could Act As an SOS Beacon in a Disaster

Trapped under rubble, unable to move following a natural disaster, it would be easy to assume the worst. But soon the Wi-Fi hotspot on your phone may be able to help raise alarm—acting as an SOS beacon to guide rescuers your way.

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Google Wants Its Modular Ara Phone to Cost $50

Google Wants Its Modular Ara Phone to Cost $50

Google is taking its Ara modular smartphone platform increasingly seriously , and now in interviews with Time it has revealed that it aims to sell a simple version of the phone for as little as $50.

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Google Now launcher arrives for Nexus and Google Play Editions

When KitKat arrived, one of its lauded perks was the inclusion of the Google Now launcher, which takes Google’s handy feature and makes it easily accessible with a swipe from … Continue reading

A New App Will Prevent Your Distracted Ass From Getting Hit By a Car

A New App Will Prevent Your Distracted Ass From Getting Hit By a Car

We spend our days walking around in a state of distracted bliss. It’s dangerous. Let’s not die, ok? While you’re rocking out with your EarPods in, you’re in danger of failing to heed the hazards of the world around you. A forthcoming app turns your phone’s microphone into a second set of ears to keep you from going splat.

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Bill allowing cell phone use on any carrier passes House

Following DMCA exemptions made in late 2012, unlocking one’s cell phone or smartphone for use on a carrier other than the original became illegal around this time last year, something … Continue reading

The Nokia XL, a Big Android Phone With Big Ambitions

The Nokia XL, a Big Android Phone With Big Ambitions

Nokia released several Android phones this week, all intended for developing countries. The Nokia X is sized for normals. But this is the biggie of the bunch, the Nokia XL.

    



Hands-On With Samsung’s New Galaxy S5 Smartphone

Hands-On With Samsung’s New Galaxy S5 Smartphone

Samsung has unveiled the much-anticipated S5, the latest smartphone in its Galaxy family of Android devices. We go hands-on.