The fingerprint sensor on the Samsung Galaxy S8 is on the back of the handset, that may be about to change with the new Samsung Galaxy S9. A new patent application for a front facing fingerprint scanner has been filed by Samsung in South Korea, the design of the scanner is different to current … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy S9 May Feature A Front Facing Fingerprint Sensor
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Roland Hutchinson is the co-founder of Geeky Gadgets and a veteran technology journalist with over 18 years of experience covering the consumer electronics industry. Since 2007, he has published thousands of articles specializing in Apple, Android, and the rapidly evolving smartphone landscape.
Known for his "Hardware First" approach, Roland provides deep-dive analysis into mobile hardware architecture, software ecosystems, and the latest industry leaks. His expertise in tracking the development of global tech brands has been cited by major publications including Engadget, Gizmodo, Wired, and many more. When not analyzing the latest mobile innovations, he is hands-on testing the next generation of wearables and smart home technology.
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New Nokia 7 Smartphone Sold Out In A Few Minutes
Nokia launched their Nokia 7 smartphone in China today, and the handset was made available as part of a flash sale. Yesterday, we heard that pre-registrations of the handset had reached an impressive 150,000. This high level of interest indicated that the Nokia 7 was set to be a popular device, and … [Read more...] about New Nokia 7 Smartphone Sold Out In A Few Minutes
Apple Pay Lands In More Countries
Apple is continuing the roll out of their Apple Pay mobile payment system and now it has launched in some more countries. Apple Pay is now available in Denmark, Sweden, Finland and also the United Arab Emirates. We heard last week that Apple would be expanding to more countries this week. Apple … [Read more...] about Apple Pay Lands In More Countries
iPhone Upgrade Program Pre-approvals For The iPhone X Are Now Available
Yesterday we heard that Apple was giving iPhone Upgrade Program members a head start on the new iPhone X. Apple has now started to approve members of the program for the new iPhone X ahead of its launch on the 3rd of November. If you are a member of the iPhone Upgrade Program and intend to buy the … [Read more...] about iPhone Upgrade Program Pre-approvals For The iPhone X Are Now Available
Apple’s iOS 11.0.3 vs iOS 11.1 Beta 5 (Video)
Yesterday we saw some videos of iOS 11.1 Beta 4 vs iOS 11.0.3m Apple has now released their fifth beta of iOS 11.1 and now we have some more videos of iOS 11.0.3 vs iOS 11.1 Beta 5. As with the previous videos the new iOS 11.1 Beta 4 vs iOS 11.0.3 test are run on various Apple devices, these … [Read more...] about Apple’s iOS 11.0.3 vs iOS 11.1 Beta 5 (Video)
Apple Releases macOS High Sierra 10.3.1 Beta 4
As well as releasing the new iOS 11.1 beta 5, Apple has also released macOS High Sierra 10.3.1 beta 4, the software is now available for both developers and also members of Apple's public beta testing program. The macOS High Sierra 10.3.1 software will bring a range of new features to Apple's Mac … [Read more...] about Apple Releases macOS High Sierra 10.3.1 Beta 4
Apple Releases iOS 11.1 Beta 5
Following on from the recent release of iOS 11.1 beta 4 Apple has now released iOS 11.1 beta 5, this gives us a good indication that Apple will be releasing the software to everyone shortly. The fifth beta of iOS 11.1 is now available to both developers and also members of Apple's public beta … [Read more...] about Apple Releases iOS 11.1 Beta 5
HTC U11 Plus Smartphone Photo Leaked
HTC has a couple of new handsets in the works, earlier we heard about the HTC U11 Life and now we have some more details on the HTC U11 Plus. Last week we saw some specifications on the HTC U11 Plus and now we have a photo of the handset. The picture, which you can see above was found … [Read more...] about HTC U11 Plus Smartphone Photo Leaked
Apple Has Killed Off The 256GB iPhone 7
When the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus launched last year, the handsets were available in three storage sizes: 32GB, 128GB, and 256GB. Apple has now discontinued the 256GB model of the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus ahead of the launch of their new iPhone X. This move is likely a strategic decision to streamline their … [Read more...] about Apple Has Killed Off The 256GB iPhone 7
Elon Musk’s Boring Company Gets Permission To Dig A 10 Mile Tunnel
The last thing we heard about Elon Musk's Boring Company was that he had received verbal govt approval for his plans. Now it looks like the company is getting ready to dig a new tunnel. The Boring Company has now received approval to dig a new tunnel that is 10.3 miles long in Maryland. The tunnel … [Read more...] about Elon Musk’s Boring Company Gets Permission To Dig A 10 Mile Tunnel
Nokia 7 Registrations Hit 100,000 Ahead Of Launch
The new Nokia 7 was announced last week, the handset is launching in China first. It looks like this new Android smartphone from Nokia is going to be popular. Registrations of the handset have hit 100,000 ahead of its launch. The Nokia 7 will go on sale in China tomorrow and it looks like the … [Read more...] about Nokia 7 Registrations Hit 100,000 Ahead Of Launch
Google Says More Websites Are Now Using HTTPS
Google has been pushing website to switch to HTTPS, the company has been looking to make the web more secure, by flagging sites that don't use HTTPS in their Chrome browser. The search giant has now revealed some details about how many sites are using HTTPS and it looks like its attempts at … [Read more...] about Google Says More Websites Are Now Using HTTPS
