Sony Xperia Z3+ Launches Globally

Sony has announced the global roll out of its latest Android smartphone, the Sony Xperia Z3+ which was announced last month.

Sony have not announced any pricing for the handset as yet and have said it will vary by country, the device has been available to pre-order in some countries for a while.

Last month we introduced you to the latest addition to our Xperia family, Xperia Z3+, a slim, sleek and stylish flagship device that packs premium design with standout features.
Well, today we’re pleased to announce that Xperia Z3+ will start rolling out globally from this week – meaning you can get your hands on your own device pretty soon.

Sony have said that the Sony Xperia Z3+ will be available globally this week, you can find out more information over at their website at the link below.

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ZTE Axon Android Smartphone Hits The US July 14th

ZTE is launching a new smartphone in the US called the Axon and the handset will apparently be made official on the 14th of July.

The new axon smartphone will come with a dual lens rear camera which is capable of record video in 4K, the handset will also come with 4GB of RAM and Google’s Android OS.


It looks like the new Axon smartphone will come with Hi-Fi audio and it will feature a metallic body that will be available in three colors, blue, gold and silver.

From the initial specifications it sounds like this could be a very interesting Android device, as soon as we get some more details on the handset, including a full list of specifications, we will let you guys know.

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Wireless Charging Will Soon Be More Powerful Thanks To WPC

The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), has this week announced that the latest version of the wireless charging Qi specification has been increased to make it possible to deliver 15 watts of power to smartphones.

Providing a much more powerful charge more inline with the power you would expect from an outlet socket and decreasing the time required to wirelessly re-charge mobile devices.


The WPC has also approved the test procedures and tools required to verify that fast charging products are now compliant with the new Qi specification, as well as being backward with older and existing Qi wireless charging products. The WPC explains :

Several manufacturers already offer wired fast charging for their devices, providing as much as 60 percent charge in as little as 30 minutes. The latest Qi specification empowers them to extend this speed to wireless charging as well. Once again this is a first in wireless charging, creating more choice for consumers in the eco system of Qi-compatible products, an ecosystem that already offers the largest choice in wireless chargers, addressing the many different needs of consumers at home and on the move.

For more information on the new Qi specification and todays news jump over to the official WPC website for full details about the announcement.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 5, What We Know So Far (Updated)

We have heard a number of rumors about the new Samsung Galaxy Note 5 over the last few weeks, Samsung are expected to launch the device in August.

The company is apparently planning an August launch for the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 to release the device ahead of Apple’s new iPhone 6S and 6S smartphones.

Samsung are expected to give the handset a complete redesign, it is said to feature a similar design to the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge and will apparently also use premium materials.

The hardware on the new Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is expected to get a significant upgrade over the current version and their are rumors that this could be Samsung first smartphone with a 4K display.

The display on the handset is rumored to measure 5.5 inches and will apparently have an Ultra HD 4K resolution, the company is also expected to introduce a new high end processor with the device, the Exynos 7422.

The Exynos 7422 is said to be a processor, GPU, RAM and LTE modem in one chip, the device is also expected to come with 4GB of RAM, the current note 4 comes with 3GB of RAM, the handset is also expected to be Samsung’s first Android device with the new USB Type-C connector.

For storage Samsung are expected to do what they did with the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge, the new Note 5 is rumored to come with a choice of 32GB, 64GB and 128GB, as yet it is not clear whether the handset will come with a microSD card slot.

The cameras on the new Samsung Galaxy Note 5 are also expected to get a significant update, the front camera is expected to be an 8 megapixel model and the rear camera is said to be a 20 megapixel camera with a range of advanced features.

As the handset is expected to be released in August it will probably come with Android Lollipop, as opposed to the new Android M which is expected later in the year. As soon as we get some more details on the new Samsung Galaxy Note 5, including some photos of the device, we will let you guys know.

It looks like Samsung may not launch a new Note Edge version of the Galaxy Note 5, like they did with the Galaxy Note 4, the reason that they have decided not to launch an Edge version of the handset is because of the new Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus, which will feature a similar sized display to the new Note 5.

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Sony Xperia Z3+ Headed To India Next Week

Sony has sent out invites to a press event next week where the company will launch a new Xperia device, this is expected to be the Sony Xperia Z3+.

The Sony Xperia Z3+ is the international version of the Sony Xperia Z4 that recently launched in Japan.

The new Xperia Z3+ features a 5.2 inch IPS display that has a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and the device also comes with an octa core Snapdragon 810 processor from Qualcomm and 3GB of RAM.

Other specifications on the Sony Xperia Z3+ include 32GB of included storage and a microSD card slot which supports up to 128GB cards. The handset also feature a 2930 mAh battery and Android Lollipop and it comes with front and rear facing cameras.

On the front of the Xperia Z3+ is a 5 megapixel camera for selfies and on the back 0f the device is a 20.7 megapixel Sony Exmor RS camera. The device will be available in a range of colors which will include gray, gold and black, as yet there are no details on how much the device will retail for in India.

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Cortana Android Beta Testing Starts In July

Microsoft has announced today more details about when Cortana will be available on Android devices, revealing that the Cortana Android beta testing will start next month in July 2015.

The Cortana beta testing was expected to start in June but after a slight delay will now be available on Android devices in its beta format to coincide with the launch of Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system.

The beta Cortana Android app will be made available to test with Windows 10 on PCs and an iOS version of the application is already in development and expected to be launched before the end of the year.

Microsoft explains that by the autumn Cortana will have a range of new experiences on how they interact with Windows and Cortana including :

– Your Microsoft account helps keep your personal assistant connected to you across device experiences, whether on your PC, phone or Xbox One. Cortana’s Notebook will be available across your devices to keep track of details important to you. Cortana only knows what you want her to know and you are fully in control of how you use her across devices.

– On Xbox One, Cortana knows your friends and makes it easy to invite them to play with you through simple voice commands. If you want to record and share a clip of your game play, you can use Cortana to precisely control the length of the recording and quickly share it with your friends without leaving your game. Cortana will also help you find information about games, such as the release date of an upcoming game, or help you get achievements by surfacing videos and information to help you succeed.

– On your Android phone you can ask Cortana to remind you to walk the dog at 8pm in the evening, and then when you’re watching a movie your Xbox will interrupt playback to let you know it’s time to take the dog out.

– You can ask Cortana questions and she’ll give you answers, using the same natural language, regardless of which device you’re on. Want to know the weather tomorrow? Just ask Cortana from any device.

– Cortana can help you search for what matters most on the device you’re using. On your Windows PC, you can use natural language to ask Cortana to help you find recent documents and pictures.  On your Xbox One, you can use natural language to ask Cortana to find a friend online or record a game DVR clip.

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Adobe Launches Four New Android Apps

Adobe has launched four new Android applications this week in the form of the new Photoshop Mix, Brush CC, Shape CC And Color CC Android apps that are now available to download from the Google Play Store.

Adobe has received a large demand from Android users to be able to use the Adobe Creative Cloud on their devices and the development team have now ported Adobe’s Creative SDK to Android for user to enjoy.


The new Adode Android apps include :
Photoshop Mix : Transform your photography with Photoshop Mix. Cut out and combine images, change colors and enhance your photos anytime, anywhere. Share your creations with friends via social media and send them to Photoshop CC on your desktop for advanced photo editing
Brush CC : Turn your photos or graphics into high-quality brushes that you can use in Adobe Photoshop CC or Illustrator CC.

Shape CC : Quickly capture and convert images into vector graphics that you can use in Adobe Illustrator CC or Adobe Photoshop CC. Whether symbols on a sign or something in your own sketchbook, it starts with inspiration. Snap a photo with your device’s camera, or use a saved favorite from your gallery or Creative Cloud project files.

Color CC : Sample colours around you to create themes you can use in Adobe desktop apps like Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.

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Google Maps Update Brings Some New Features

Google has released a software update for Google Maps on Android and the latest version of the software gets some new features.

One interesting new feature in the latest version of Google Maps for Android is that Maps will let you know if a place you are visiting will be closed when you arrive.


If you use Google Maps to get directions to a restaurant, store or other places, Google Maps will automatically calculate your journey time and then take this into account with the opening times of your destination.

If you were headed to a particular store and get directions using Google Maps, if that store is closed when you are expected to arrive, Google will notify you before you set off, this seems like an interesting feature.
The latest version of Google Maps is now available for Android from the Google Play Store.

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New Nexus Phone From LG To Land In October With Android M

We are expecting two new Nexus phones this year, one from Huawei and one from LG and now it looks like we have some details on the LG device.

According to a recent report the new Nexus phone from LG will launch in October and it will be the first device to launch this Google’ next version of their mobile OS, Android M.


The new Nexus phone from LG will apparently come with a 3D camera setup which will apparently be used for augmented reality and other things.

As yet there are no details on the exact hardware that will be featured in the new Nexus handset, although we would expect the device to come with a number of updates over the current Google Nexus 6.

As well as the new Nexus device from LG, Huawei are also said to be working on another Nexus smartphone, although as yet there are no details on when this device will launch. As soon as we get some more information on exactly what Google has planned for their Nexus smartphones this year, we will let you guys know.

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Apple Watch Lands In Apple Stores This Week

Apple previously said that the Apple Watch would be available in their retail stores in June and now it looks like you will be able to pick one up from an Apple Store this week.
Apple is now letting you reserve an Apple Watch online and then pick up the device from an Apple Store, the device will apparently be available from today, the 17th of June.

It is not clear as yet on whether all models of the Apple Watch will be available to buy in all of the Apple Stores this week, although Apple says the following on its website.

All Apple Watch models are available by reservation only. Due to high demand, it’s possible this watch will become unavailable before you confirm your reservation. Choose a store to get started.

So it looks like you will need to reserve one online or through the Apple Store app and then go and pick the device up from the store.

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Apple Is Hiring Journalists For Its New Apple News App

Apple News was announced at WWDC 2015 last week, the app was announced as a new News Appgeeky-gadgets that would bring you content from a wide range of publications, although now it would appear that Apple has bigger plans for their new news App.
Apple has posted a job listing for an ‘Editor, Apple News’, so it looks like Apple is hiring journalists for its new app, you can see an excerpt from the job listing below.

The Apple News team is looking for passionate, knowledgeable editors to help identify and deliver the best in breaking national, global, and local news. These editors will help News users find the best and most timely coverage of major news events, while also managing select categories based on their areas of professional expertise.
The role requires the ability to manage relationships with some of the world’s finest publishers, to work seamlessly with an international team, and to craft compelling email newsletters.

Apple previously announced partnerships with a range of high end publishers, they also said that content from small publishers like ourselves will be featured in the app. The Apple News app will launch with iOS 9 later in the year, Apple is expected to release their next version of iOS some time in September along with the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus.

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Facebook Moments Lets You Privately Share Photos With Friends

Facebook has launched another new mobile app on Android and iOS, the app is called Facebook Moments and it is designed to let you privately share photos with your friends.
The app is designed to easily share photos with your friends, specifically photos that you have taken  of your friends and ones that they have taken of you.

When you go to a wedding, for example, there are many people taking great photos throughout the day. You all want a quick way to share your photos with the friends who are in them, and get photos that you’re in back. The same is true for smaller events too, like a kayak trip or a night out.
Syncing photos with the Moments app is a private way to give photos to friends and get the photos you didn’t take. Moments groups the photos on your phone based on when they were taken and, using facial recognition technology, which friends are in them. You can then privately sync those photos quickly and easily with specific friends, and they can choose to sync their photos with you as well. Now, you and your friends have all the photos you took together.

You can find out more details about the new Facebook Moments app over at Facebook at the link below, the app is now available for iOS and Android.

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Apple Music Will Pay More Than 70% Of Subscription Fees To Labels

Apple Music will cost $10 a month for a single subscription and $14.99 a month for a family subscription which will allow up to 6 family members to have their own accounts on Apple’s new music streaming service.
Now we have some details on how much of that monthly subscription will be paid to record labels and artists.

In the US 71.5% of the monthly subscription fees will be paid to the record labels and outside of the US 73% of the subscription fees will be paid to them, the figures were confirmed to re/code by Apple VP Robert Kondrk.

Here are the real numbers, according to Robert Kondrk, the Apple executive who negotiates music deals along with media boss Eddy Cue: In the U.S., Apple will pay music owners 71.5 percent of Apple Music’s subscription revenue. Outside the U.S., the number will fluctuate, but will average around 73 percent, he told Re/code in an interview. Executives at labels Apple is working with confirmed the figures.

Apple is giving everyone who signs up to Apple Music a free three month trial and the company will not pay the record labels anything for the tracks that are streamed during this trial period.
Apple was apparently able to negotiate not having to pay anything during the free trial period by paying more than other streaming services to record labels on the monthly subcription, the company is apparently paying around 1 to 2% more than the industry standard.

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Apple Launches PowerBeats2 Headphones To Match The Apple Watch

Apple has launched some new colors of their Beats PowerBeats 2 headphones and these new colors are designed to match the watch bands that come with the Apple Watch Sport.

The new PowerBeats 2 headphones come in the same colors as the band on the Apple Watch Sport, these include pink, blue, green, black and white.


These new colors of Apple’s PowerBeats2 headphones are apparently only available in Apple stores at the moment, they should be available from other retailers shortly.

We can expect to see more continuity between Apple devices and Beats devices in the future now that Beats is owned by Apple.

Apple recently announced their new Apple Music streaming service which is build on Beats Music that the company acquired when they purchased Beats.

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