LG's latest Android smartphone, the LG Lucid, is now available from Verizon Wireless in the US. The handset costs $79.99 after a $50 rebate when you sign up for a new two-year contract with the carrier. The LG Lucid features a 4-inch display with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels, providing a clear … [Read more...] about LG Lucid Lands On Verizon
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Spotify Extends Unlimited Free Music For US Users
Spotify launched its music service in the US last July, and when it launched, the company offered six months of unlimited music streaming to new users. Spotify has now announced that it will be extending its unlimited music streaming to US users, although they haven't said how long the extended … [Read more...] about Spotify Extends Unlimited Free Music For US Users
Google Chrome Version 18 Brings Improved Graphics
Google has this week released a stable version of its Chrome Browser version 18, which brings with it a number of new features, including significant improvements to both Canvas2D’s speed and WebGL’s reach. GPU-accelerated Canvas2D has been enabled in the Beta channel for some time. But now, Google … [Read more...] about Google Chrome Version 18 Brings Improved Graphics
Vodafone UK Releases Android 4.0 Update For HTC Sensation
Vodafone UK has announced that it will start rolling out the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update to the HTC Sensation on its network today, and the update should now be available. Vodafone announced the news yesterday, and you can check if it is available on your device by going to Settings > … [Read more...] about Vodafone UK Releases Android 4.0 Update For HTC Sensation
Samsung Adds Extra Blink Security To Android Face Unlock Feature
Samsung has this week increased the security of its Android Face Unlock feature. This enhancement aims to keep unwanted guests from accessing your smartphone and data using a photograph. In the past, it has been possible for the Face Unlock feature to be duped into providing access using just a … [Read more...] about Samsung Adds Extra Blink Security To Android Face Unlock Feature
HTC One X, One S And One V Land In Europe April 2nd
HTC announced a new range of smartphones under the 'One' name at this year's MWC last month, and now the three devices will go on sale in Europe next week. According to the guys over at , HTC have confirmed that The HTC One X, HTC One S, and the HTC One V will go on sale in Germany, Austria, and … [Read more...] about HTC One X, One S And One V Land In Europe April 2nd
Samsung Trademarks Three New Galaxy Names
It looks like Samsung has a few more devices to add to its Galaxy range of smartphones and tablets, as the company has trademarked three new Galaxy brand names. The three new names are for the Samsung Galaxy Grand, the Samsung Galaxy Premier, and the Samsung Galaxy Next, and it looks like these … [Read more...] about Samsung Trademarks Three New Galaxy Names
New PlayStation 4 Codenamed Orbis, May Include Anti Pre-Owned Game Feature?
It's been reported this week that the new PlayStation 4 gaming console, which is currently under development by Sony, is codenamed Orbis. This highly anticipated console may come with an anti-pre-owned system installed once it's officially launched during late 2013, just in time for the holiday … [Read more...] about New PlayStation 4 Codenamed Orbis, May Include Anti Pre-Owned Game Feature?
Google Adds 45 Degree Imagery To Google Maps For 15 Cities
Google has this week started rolling out new imagery on to its Google Maps service, providing users with a more 3D view when exploring 13 U.S. cities and 2 international locations, via Google Maps. The cities with updated 45 degree Google Maps imagery are: Adelaide, Australia; Cordoba, Argentina, … [Read more...] about Google Adds 45 Degree Imagery To Google Maps For 15 Cities
Nokia Lumia 800 Gets Software Update, Battery Improvements
Nokia has released a number of software updates for the Lumia 800 which were supposed to fix the battery problems that many users of the device had reported. Now Nokia has released a further software update for the Lumia 800, and according to Nokia, this latest update brings significant … [Read more...] about Nokia Lumia 800 Gets Software Update, Battery Improvements
FBI Licenses Epic’s Unreal Engine 3 To Create Virtual Crime Scenes
It has been revealed this week that the Federal Bureau of Investigation, better known as the FBI, will be licensing Epic's Unreal Engine 3 technology to help them recreate crime scenes, simulations, and programs for training purposes. This innovative approach aims to enhance the FBI's training … [Read more...] about FBI Licenses Epic’s Unreal Engine 3 To Create Virtual Crime Scenes
Windows Phone Marketplace Launches In 13 New Countries
Microsoft has now expanded its Windows Phone Marketplace to thirteen more countries around the world, making a total of 54 countries where the Windows Phone Marketplace is available. The thirteen new countries include Bulgaria, Costa Rica, Croatia, Estonia, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, … [Read more...] about Windows Phone Marketplace Launches In 13 New Countries
