Samsung’s Galaxy Note 5 dual-SIM models have microSD card support
Samsung’s Galaxy Note 5 dual-SIM models seems to have microSD support, as the second SIM tray doubles as a microSD card slot. While this doesn’t solve everyone’s woes, it is good news for those that can get their hands on a dual-SIM model.
The dual-SIM version will primarily be available in Asian markets, as American carries have experienced issues with carrier exclusivity and contracts with dual-SIM models in the past. The same goes for Europe, but they won’t be getting the device this year anyway, it seems.
Believe it or not, it’s actually quite common for the second SIM tray slot to double as microSD card expansion.
Could you in anyway get your hands on a dual-SIM variant? Most certainly, but not through official channels. You’re best luck is keeping an eye on marketplaces like eBay.
It’s possible that the dual-SIM variant could work on a US-based carrier, although you’d have to check and make sure your carrier is compatible with the supported bands, otherwise, all it’ll essentially be is a paperweight.
source: AndroidSPIN
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Talk Android Weekly Recap: August 9 – August 15, 2015
It was by all means an insane week with the official launch of the OnePlus 2, Samsung unveiling the Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5, Google is now run by a parent company called Alphabet, Motorola may have accidentally leaked its upcoming Moto 360 refresh, and a whole lot more.
If you missed out on all of the excitement this week, don’t worry! We’ve gathered up all of the spectacular stories that broke this week for you!
If you’re interested in catching up, just hit the break below!
- Here’s the Galaxy S6 Edge+ in all of its glory
- Samsung unveils the Galaxy Note 5
- A closer look at the Gear S2
- Google now run by newly formed parent company Alphabet
- OnePlus 2 delayed in North America
- Samsung Pay coming September 28
- Fallout Shelter is now on Android
- AT&T stirs up its Mobile Share Value plans
- Motorola may have teased the new Moto 360
- OnePlus 2 experiencing production issues
- There will be no 128GB Galaxy S6 Edge+ or Galaxy Note 5 for now‘
- Samsung won’t be bringing the Galaxy Note 5 to the UK or Europe in 2015
And that’s it for this week, folks. Be sure to keep your browsers pointed at Talk Android, as we’ve got some exciting stuff in the works for you!
Have a great weekend, all!
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Motorola teases new Moto 360 on Twitter, promptly deletes tweet
Motorola today posted a new video to its Twitter account teasing what allegedly is the new Moto 360 smartwatch. The company was quick to pull the tweet from its account, leaving us wondering.
The render from the teased video shows some differences from the current model, such as button placement and better support for swapping out bands. Unfortunately, that’s all we can really tell about this device from the render.
Lenovo’s CEO in an interview said Motorola would be releasing “many new devices” this summer, and considering the Moto 360 was a big hit, we’re almost certain second-generation hardware is on the horizon.
Whose looking forward to a new Moto 360? We know we are! Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
source: Motorola (Twitter)
via: Android Central
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Confirmed: Dual-SIM Samsung Galaxy Note 5 has a microSD slot
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Samsung officially announced the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 yesterday, but many fans of the Galaxy Note series were a little disappointed to hear that their favourite phablet would not only no longer have a removable battery, but not have a microSD slot – at least, not the version that’s coming to the US. Yes, according to several reports, the dual-SIM Samsung Galaxy Note 5 has a microSD slot, or more specifically, it has a second SIM slot which doubles as a microSD slot – naturally though, this model is only going to be offered in certain parts of the world, primarily the Asian markets.
For those of you who are wondering why this model can’t be available in the US, or anywhere else in the world (sorry, Europe, you’re not getting the Galaxy Note 5 this year anyway), the problem is carriers who have previously taken issue with dual-SIM devices and have it affects carrier exclusivity and their contracts. It’s not particularly surprising, but it is disappointing that a feature that a lot of people want is available, but not necessarily in the device that is available to you.
What do you think about the fact the dual-SIM Samsung Galaxy Note 5 has a microSD slot? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: SamMobile
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Verizon Wireless invested $135 million in its Florida networks during the first half of 2015
Verizon Wireless invested $135 million on its Florida network during the first half of 2015 to bolster 4G LTE coverage through its rapid expansion of its new XLTE technology. It is hoped that this expansion will help reach and provide more services to customers across the state.
Verizon’s XLTE technology employ the carrier’s AWS (Advanced Wireless Services) spectrum to offer more stability, capacity, and high speeds over its 4G LTE network. The telecommunications company has been able to launch over 230 XLTE sites this year across Florida alone.
XLTE should provide blazing speeds and great stability in congested areas. This is especially important around locations where there are hospitals, government facilities, and other important human resource buildings.
Are you in an area where Verizon has launched its XLTE technologies? Have you noticed a difference? Be sure to let us know in the comments!
source: PR Newswire
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Samsung’s Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5 will come to C Spire
C Spire today announced that the newly unveiled Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5 will be available on its network soon.
The carrier didn’t offer any concrete details beyond that. The devices are set to launch in North America and other regions on August 21, so that be the presumed date when the two devices will be available on C Spire as well.
C Spire says they will offer more details on pricing and availability for its customers in the coming days.
If you missed out on all the Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5, we’ve put together plenty of content to assist our readers in making a wise purchase decision!
We’ll be sure to keep you all updated regarding Galaxy S6 Edge+ and Galaxy Note 5 availability and pricing on C Spire once the carrier offers more concrete details!
source: PR Newswire
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Cinnamon is a new grocery shopping app with tons of features and a Material Design interface
Cinnamon is a brand new app on the Play Store that offers a Material Design-infused take on grocery lists. The app has tons and tons of useful features and fits right in alongside Google’s flat and colorful design language.
The app offers all the standard things you’d expect from grocery list services, including the option to keep your lists synced across devices and plenty of sorting and tagging options. Cinnamon goes a bit farther, though, offering to keep a list of things you already have at home so you never accidentally buy too much of something, and speeding up the process of moving things back and forth between what you have and what you need.
The app also supports “bundles” of groceries to make it easier to pick up a group of things at once, plus built-in price tracking and a shopping cart view so you can keep up with your spending.
Best of all, the app integrates Material Design into its interface and looks fantastic. It’s one of the most attractive looking grocery list apps available, and best of all, it’s completely free. Definitely worth checking out.
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Google teases Android M’s future moniker in new video
Android M has been in the Developer Preview stage ever since late May, but we are still left without the official name. This happened last year with the current version of Android, which is now Lollipop.
As we all know, Google gives their Android version number a coinciding dessert. Previously we have seen Ice Cream Sandwich, Jelly Bean, and KitKat to name a few. Now that Android M is nearing its official release, which is expected some time this month, Google put out a video hinting at what the M could stand for.
So, if Google’s timeline stays correct, we are only a matter of days away from the official name behind the M. What are your thoughts on it? I personally think it’s going to be Marshmallow.
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Google recruits Nat and Lo to help tease Android M with a musical video
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Google is pretty damn good at teasing, and in its latest campaign to tease Android M, they’ve recruited the help of Nat and Lo, a pair of Google fans/employees/fun-loving-geeks, to create a new musical video to do just that. The premise of the video is “what’s M gonna be?” and sees a whole lot of desserts and sweets that start with M listed – what’s most interesting about the video is right at the end, which shows the torso and abdomen of a new Android statue being painted. Check out the video for yourself:
The leading candidate on the Internet so far appears to be Marshmellow, based on the statue being painted white right at the end, but I’m convinced that’s just an undercoat – Google wouldn’t make it that obvious, would they? One thing that Google has made relatively obvious is that the version number of Android M is going to be Android 5.2, as depicted in the new demo mode in the Android M Developer Preview – or maybe that’s just a red herring. Whatever the case, the starting of teasing can only mean that an Android M release is coming pretty soon, so stay tuned for more of this.
What do you think the “M” in “Android M” is going to be? Let us know your pick in the comments below.
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AT&T revamps its Mobile Share Value plans, putting the consumer first
AT&T today announced new plans to revamp its Mobile Share Value plans, aiming to give its customers the best bang for their buck. There’s no doubt that the pressure from T-Mobile’s competitive pricing has helped sway AT&T’s decision to offer discounted rates.
$20 will now get you 300MB of data, and for just $10 more you can get 2GB of data. $100 will get you 15GB of data, with $140 giving you 20GB of data to spend as you wish.
These last two higher tier plans will give you free texting and calls to Mexico and Canada, and each line will cost you $15/mo. For the lower tier plans ($20-$50), each line will cost $25. AT&T also has plans up to 50GB, if the 20GB option isn’t enough for you.
AT&T’s revamped Mobile Share Value plans aren’t available just yet, though! The carrier will officially let customers begin switching over to those plans as of tomorrow, August 15.
The deal might sound to be one of the sweetest AT&T has offered yet, but it’s no doubt a move to take the public eye off of the carrier’s recent rise in fees. AT&T recently announced a rise in fees for Next activations, in addition to regular activation fees.
As long as you don’t plan on upgrading to a fancy new device in the near future, AT&T’s discounted Mobile Shared Value plans might actually be worth the jump!
source: AT&T
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