Sony “4K X-Reality” display software tipped for the Xperia Z5
Despite already releasing a flagship smartphone this year, rumors have begun suggesting that Sony is preparing a successor, possibly an entire new Xperia Z5 range. The latest rumor also hints that some of these handsets may be making use of the company’s “4K X-Reality” technology.
Sony’s X-Reality technology is used for content upscaling in the company’s high resolution TV range. The 4K X-Reality PRO software is currently used in Sony’s 4K TV’s to upscale regular HD content.
The details below suggest that Sony has three handsets in the works, possibly a super-sized Xperia Z5+ (S70+), a regular Z5 (S70) and a smaller Z5 Compact (S60). Only the former will apparently feature 4K X-Reality technology and likely a higher resolution display to go with it, while the other two are perhaps limited to 1080p. The listing also makes references to Sony’s Triluminos and Prevision Color technology.
Previous leaks have also hinted at a 5.5-inch Xperia Z5+ smartphone with a massive 4K (2160×3840) display resolution. We also know that a number of panel manufacturers have been showing off 4K panels in the 5.5 and 6-inch ranges and have been moving closer to mass production, so a 4K smartphone is possible, although perhaps rather unnecessary.
However, this latest rumor does not necessarily mean that Sony will be making the leap to a 4K smartphone. The company could be using its upscaling technology for a half way resolution, such as QHD. Sony has already released a QHD version of the Xperia Z3+ as the Z4v in the US, but the handset is an exclusive to the Verizon network.
What do you think about the possibility of a 4K smartphone from Sony? Would the company be better off putting this tech into a tablet?
How LG and Huawei can restore Google’s Nexus program to its former glory
Last year, Google released its sixth Nexus-branded smartphone. Aptly named the Nexus 6, this colossal handset (just over six inches long) shipped with an equally large $649 price tag. Even though it was loaded with solid hardware, initial reviews of Mountain View’s latest flagship smartphone were somewhat divided. Arguably, two of the biggest complaints about the device were its unwieldy robust design and the gadget’s high premium when compared to previous Nexus phones.
Jump back to the present and it appears that Google may have learned from some of the mistakes it made last year. Rumor has it that the company is working on two follow-up smartphones with a pair of new hardware partners. LG is reportedly laboring away on a smaller handset with a display that clocks in at around 5.2-inches. Additionally, Chinese manufacturer Huawei is rumored to be developing a large device more akin to the Nexus 6. We’ve heard plenty of spec-related rumors about these two unannounced smartphones, but nothing trustworthy revealing how much they might cost.
With claims of high-end materials being used for Google’s next two Nexus phones, we’re slightly worried about a repeat of what happened last year. Regardless of pricing or manufacturing, new Nexus gear is certainly imminent and Mountain View’s current setup can use some fine-tuning. Here’s a look at Google’s Nexus program, along with a few things the company can do to help its direct to consumer hardware platform return to its heyday and beyond.
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A Brief History Lesson
A little over five years ago, Google joined forces with HTC to introduce the world to a different type of Android-powered smartphone. Branded as the Nexus One, this new handset was billed as a “pure Google experience.” Free from manufacturer bloatware, the device was initially sold online directly from Google for $530. It shipped with its SIM unlocked and an open bootloader, making the handset a viable tool for developers working on mobile applications. Unlike previous Android smartphones tied to wireless carriers and hardware manufacturers, the Nexus One would be first in line to receive software updates directly from Google.
All of this sounded so promising, but commercially the Nexus One was a bit of a dud. Despite its lackluster release, Google’s new Nexus platform was an underground hit with developers and a growing brood of Android purists. So much in fact, the Alphabet-owned company released a successor just 11 months later. Co-developed by Google and Samsung, the Nexus S was the first smartphone to run Gingerbread and Android’s introduction into the world of Near Field Communication (NFC) tech. Priced at $529, the Nexus S saw more commercial success than its predecessor and was available from a wide variety of wireless carriers.
While Google’s first two entries in its Nexus device portfolio didn’t make huge waves, the company’s third installment was a bit of a game changer. Teaming up with Samsung for a second time, the search giant started selling its unlocked Galaxy Nexus for $399 via Google Play during the spring of 2012. In addition to an attractive price point, the Galaxy Nexus marked Google’s second crack at selling smartphones directly to consumers after its first attempt failed in 2010. Built with a slick design and hardware that offered a brisk performance, Google’s third Nexus phone was an all-around winner with gadget fans and casual types, but things didn’t stop there.
Google then went on to collaborate with LG for its fourth and fifth Nexus branded smartphones. The Nexus 4 officially launched on November 13, 2012 with an entry-level price of only $299. LG’s and Mountain View’s Nexus 5 became available on October 31, 2013 for $349.
With three of Google’s premiere smartphones costing around $400 or less, the Motorola-made Nexus 6’s $649 asking price felt like a hard punch to the gut for even the most loyal Android fans.
How LG and Huawei Can Make Things Better
When it comes to producing Nexus phones, LG has an impressive resume. The South Korean tech giant’s previous efforts are the most affordable and celebrated smartphones on Google’s Nexus roster. Although LG’s current flagship handset is more expensive than devices like the OP2 or Moto X Style it is still quite a bit cheaper than flagships from Samsung and HTC, and we’d expect the Nexus 5 (2015) to push the pricing envelope even further.
What we are really hoping from LG is a return to the basics. That means delivering a solid product without too many bells and whistles, but at the same time working to keep compromises and sacrifices to a minimum to ensure a flagship-level experience at an affordable price point. Thankfully, recent leaked images seem to suggest that’s exactly what we’ll see. While the LG Nexus 5 (2015) will have some modern amenities like a fingerprint scanner and possibly front-facing speakers, its design still has that minimalist quality that many of us appreciated with the original Nexus 5.
As for pricing? If Google and LG really want a hit here they’ll need to reach a price point comparable to Motorola’s fast-approaching Moto X Pure Edition. If LG can do this, while delivering an experience that is on par with the LG G4 and other modern flagships, they’ll be sure to have another modest hit on their hands. Furthermore, Nexus fans that were turned off by the Nexus 6 could flock back to the Nexus brand in mass if the company can deliver an aggresively-priced follow-up to its successful Nexus 5.
LG’s to-do list might not be that lengthy, however Huawei’s itinerary is most likely filled with a few twists and turns. Despite being a major player in the wireless industry, the Chinese firm is practically unknown in several markets, especially Google’s home turf. While Mountain View could use this newly forged alliance to work its way into China, the partnership could also help Huawei gain some traction in the US. A possible case of quid pro quo, the Chinese telecom juggernaut’s first journey into Nexusland could be part of a grander scheme.
Although a lot of people (especially in the US) probably struggle to pronounce the company’s name correctly, Huawei (pronounced “wah-way”) actually makes some respectable phones built with high-end materials. But like several other Android OEMs, the outfit has struggled with software. Since Nexus devices run vanilla Android, this shouldn’t be a problem.
Rumored to be tasked with construction of Google’s larger Nexus phablet, we’d like to see Huawei go all in on the hardware front and produce a well-balanced powerhouse. Hopefully, the company’s new handset will draw inspiration from its top-shelf P8, which features an excellent metal body and one of the better cameras that we’ve seen on a smartphone in quite a while. Even though the P8’s octa-core HiSilicon processor holds up pretty well, we’d still like to see Huawei’s king-size handset ship with a more prominent chip in tow. For now it’s hard to say what the new Huawei Nexus will look like, but a recent leak suggests it could have all-metal design with front-facing speakers and a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
Looking at the typical pricing of Huawei’s previous devices, it is very possible that the Huawei Nexus could bring us a premium experience at a pricing that is at least a little more aggresive than we saw with the Motorola Nexus 6, thus giving us the best of both worlds.
See also: Google Nexus 2015 rumor roundup (updated on August 16)
Final Thoughts
Google’s Nexus program isn’t exactly against the ropes, but another questionable hardware release can easily lead to consumers having doubt in the company’s house brand, especially as similar near-stock options are now pushing pricing to new heights (such as the Moto X and the OP2).
The decision to launch two different smartphones at or around the same time falls in line with the wireless industry’s status quo. Large plus-size devices are proving to be successful, however some people still gravitate towards a more compact smartphone. We’re just glad to see Google giving people more than one option.
When it comes down to it, LG’s biggest challenge will be producing a handset that feels like more than a shrunken G4 running vanilla Android. As for Huawei’s team, it will most likely have to deal with skeptics wanting a phone from a more popular electronics maker like Samsung, HTC, LG or Sony. And both companies will have to launch their devices with competitive price points in order to be successful.
Despite popular belief, Google’s Nexus smartphones haven’t always been cheap. However, they became more popular when their prices fell below the wireless industry’s normal premium for a high-end device. At the same time, there were those who felt that the Nexus 4 and Nexus 5 lacked when it came to special features, battery life, camera, and a few other aspects. If LG and Huawei can deliver new Nexus devices that don’t skimp on special features while still being ultra-competitive with pricing — we’re sure this year will be an epic one for the Nexus program.
If the Huawei and LG Nexus rumors turn out to be true, do you see yourself purchasing one of Google’s new flagship handsets or will you be buying something else instead? Be sure to share your game plan in the comments below.
ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 review
There has been a significant surge of affordable yet high-end devices in the smartphone world, but this trend hasn’t entirely found its way over to the tablet market. A distinct difference between affordable and premium tablets can still be seen, but ASUS is hoping to blur the lines a little bit with their latest tablet offering. Does the company succeed? We find out, in this in-depth review of the ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 review!
Design
There are two aspects of the design of the ZenPad S 8.0 that are noticeable right off the bat, with the first being how compact this 8-inch tablet is, and the second being how thin it is, with a thickness of just 6.6 mm. The 4:3 aspect ratio of the display means that the device is a little wider that it would be with a 16:9 ratio display, but it isn’t uncomfortable to hold on to.
There is a brushed metallic finish throughout the back, bordered by a shiny metallic edge that gives the tablet a nice elegant look, but helping with the grip is a soft, leathery material that used along the bottom of the tablet when holding it in the landscape orientation, which feels really nice, and prevents the tablet from easily slipping from your hand. Also aiding the grip is a soft rubbery material that borders the entire tablet. Its sleek profile and build material choices not only make for a great looking device, but also makes it that much more portable and easier to use.
Going around the device, the camera can be found on the back, the headphone jack is up top, and on the left side is a flap that allows for access to the microSD card slot. The volume rocker and the power button are on the right, and the buttons are unfortunately quite stiff and hard to press, more so in the case of the power button, which does help to avoid accidentally triggering them, but can be confusing as to whether you’ve actually pressed the button or not without the tactile feedback you’d expect. The tablet does come with the double tap to wake feature however, so you won’t find yourself reaching for the power button that often.
The ZenPad S 8.0 also comes with a USB Type-C port at the bottom, and its great to see OEMs slowly start to adopt the new USB standard with their devices. Up front, on either side of the display, is the dual stereo speaker setup, which is of course the best implementation when it comes to the placement of speakers, especially in the case of a tablet, a primary use of which for a lot of people is media consumption.
Display
The ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 comes with an 8-inch IPS LCD display with a 2048 x 1536 resolution, resulting in a pixel density of 320 ppi. Quad HD is all the rage in the smartphone arena, but makes much more sense with the larger displays of a tablet, allowing for great viewing experience. Text is very clear and sharp, viewing angles are fantastic, and the color reproduction, with the default settings, is very accurate. If you are looking for a touch of more saturation, you do have the option to change it, with preset options including Balance, BlueLight filter, and Vivid, as well as the ability to manually adjust the settings.
A small amount of sharpening does appear to be going on throughout the display, which can make text appear a little fuzzy, which is especially noticeable in certain scenarios, like with black text on a colored background. As good as looking at still images on this high-resolution display is, viewing videos may lead to some disappointment. The software tries to smoothen the video out, similar to the Soap Opera effect available with some HDTVs, so if a movie you’re watching is intended to be shot at a cinematic 24 frames per second, the tablet will try to smoothen the video to make it look like it was shot at 60 frames per second, making it seem very strange looking.
You do have the option to adjust this “Blur Motion Free” setting to either high, medium, or low, or even completely disable it. However, it has to be mentioned that even when it is disabled, this effect is still very noticeable. The issues with sharpening and the smoothing of videos can, and will hopefully, be fixed with future updates, but for now, these questionable software implications put a damper on what is otherwise a gorgeous display.
Performance
Under the hood, the ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 packs a quad-core Intel Atom Z3580 processor, clocked at 2.3 GHz, and backed by the PowerVR G6430 GPU and 4 GB of RAM. This is the configuration of this particular review unit, but there is a cheaper version available which comes with an Intel Atom Z3560 processor and 2 GB of RAM as well.
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The processing package allows for a very smooth and lag free experience. Animations are incredibly fluid, and opening, closing, and switching between apps is quite fast. It has to be said though that a contributing factor to this stutter-free performance is the stock-like software experience, that keeps everything smooth and snappy. When it comes to gaming, you may notice a few hiccups with graphic-intensive games, but the device handles gaming very well for the most part. Gaming is also the only time you may notice the device getting warm, but never uncomfortably so.
Hardware
The ZenPad S 8.0 comes with 16 GB, 32 GB, or 64 GB of built-in storage, which can be further expanded via microSD card by up to 128 GB. The device also comes with a standard suite of connectivity options, but a version of the device with a SIM card slot to take advantage of mobile data isn’t currently available. As mentioned, the tablet comes with dual front-facing stereo speakers. This is not only the best placement for speakers on a tablet, but the sound these speakers provide is also very crisp, clear, and loud, which will make media and gaming-centric users very happy.
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This ZenPad S 8.0 packs 4,000 mAh battery, which might be a bit smaller than the battery capacity available with other high-end tablets, but the software optimization allows for some pretty decent battery life. I was able to get up to 6 hours on screen-on time when using the tablet to watch videos and browse the internet, and if you are somebody who is not going to watch videos all day long, you should comfortably get a full day of use out of this tablet, if not more.
Camera
Tablets aren’t well known for their prowess in the camera department, and most pack mediocre camera packages at best, and the ASUS ZenPad S 8.0, with its 8 MP rear camera and 5 MP front-facing unit, only somewhat changes that impression.
The rear camera is capable of taking good pictures, but only in very specific situations, and it does tend to overexpose the shot a lot. Even when setting the focus on different areas of the picture, and with multiple attempts, there was always some form of overexposure to be seen. There are instances when you get a great looking photo however, but there are more misses than hits. Images are also sometimes lacking in detail, and the software does have trouble processing some bright colors.
The story goes along the same lines when it comes to front-facing camera as well, with it capable of occasionally taking some good shots with a lot of detail, as long as the lighting conditions are ideal. Even if the lighting deteriorates slightly, your selfies will start to look grainy. When it comes to the camera app, it is packed with a lot of features and camera effect, such as Low Light mode, which bumps up the brightness and tones down the noise you’d see with a normal low light shot. Detail is still lacking however, but this mode does help take low light performance from poor to just about average.
The camera package of this tablet is likely not going to match up with what is available with your smartphone, but this is definitely good enough to manage a good shot in a pinch, and overall, the camera of the ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 is actually one of the better ones we’ve seen on tablets thus far.
Software
On the software side of things, the ZenPad S 8.0 runs Android 5.0 Lollipop out of the box, with the Zen UI on top. This is one of the more minimalistic takes on Android out there, and a lot of the Material Design elements of Lollipop are retained, and can be seen in areas like the notification drop down and recent apps screen, even if aspects like the on-screen navigation keys are a little dated. On the lockscreen, you can set up to 3 shortcuts to launch your most used apps which is very handy. By default these are camera, mail, and browser but you can change these to whatever apps you’d like or just disable them all.
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The device comes with a slew of customization options and gesture-based additions, that can prove to be very useful. For example, by holding down or swiping up on the homescreen, customization options like icon packs, scroll effects, and launcher fonts show up and can be changed to better suit your liking. With Touch Gesture, you can draw letters while the screen is off to launch certain apps, like C for Camera, or E for Email, and as mentioned, the device also comes with a double tap to wake feature. In Motion Gesture, you can do things like, shaking the tablet to take a screenshot.There’s even a “Kid Mode,” where you can turn your tablet into a protected environment for a youngster set with parent controls and a timer.
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It’s a little disappointing that something like dual window or having small versions of apps running side by side is not available, but that might not be that big of a deal for some people. It’s also worth mentioning that the device is, unfortunately, packed with a lot of bloatware than cannot be uninstalled. That said, there are far more positives with this software experience than negatives, and overall, things remain smooth and snappy, which is the most important part.
Specifications
| Display | 8-inch IPS LCD display 2048 x 1536 resolution, 320 ppi |
| Processor | 2.3GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3580 (4GB RAM), 1.8GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3560 (2GB RAM) |
| RAM | 2/4GB |
| Storage | 16/32/64GB, expandable up to 128GB |
| GPU | PowerVR G6430 |
| Camera | 8MP rear camera 5MP front camera |
| Software | Zen UI, Android 5.0 Lollipop |
| Battery | 4,000mAh, non-removable |
| Dimensions | 203.2 x 134.5 x 6.6 mm 298 grams |
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Pricing and final thoughts
The base model of the ASUS ZenPad S 8.0 starts at just $199, but the 64 GB storage and 4 GB RAM version will set you back only an additional $100. ASUS managed to impress everyone with the pricing of its Zenfone 2 smartphones, and the company has brought over that same fantastic pricing policy to its latest tablet line as well.
So there you have it for this in-depth look at the ASUS ZenPad S 8.0! This tablet offers everything you’d expect from a high-end device in 2015, with its Quad HD resolution display, 4 GB of RAM, and front-facing dual stereo speakers. Additions like the extremely customizable UI make the experience even better, and the device doesn’t need any help from a third-party applications to create a great tablet experience. Thankfully, the only flaws in the ZenPad S 8.0 are software related and can likely be fixed at some point down the road. This tablet manages exceeds all expectations, and with a price point of just $299, is definitely worth picking up.
Deal: Refurbished Acer 13-inch Chromebook for just $208 from eBay ($172 off)
If you’re looking for a perfectly capable computer that won’t break the bank, eBay may have the perfect deal for you. Normally, a refurbished Acer 13.3-inch Chromebook is sold for about $259.99 through eBay, which is already a pretty good deal for the computer. But thanks to Acer’s 20% off sale on eBay, when you add the Chromebook to your cart, the price drops down to just $207.99 before taxes. Not only is that roughly $170 off the original price of this computer, it’s also about $180 less than Amazon’s price for a brand new unit.
The Acer Chromebook sports a 13.3-inch Full HD display, a quad-core 2.1GHz Tegra K1 processor, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of on-board storage and a battery that can last up to 11 hours on a single charge.
Even though this isn’t a brand new laptop, you’re still covered if anything goes wrong. This is a manufacturer refurbished unit, meaning it’s been restored by an Acer-approved vendor. It also comes with a 90-day manufacturer warranty, so you’ll be covered if there’s a problem with the computer.
Interested? Head to the deal link below for more information!
Google’s making it easy for you to get solar panels onto your roof
Adding solar panels to your roof can be frustrating, since it’s often difficult to know if your home receives enough light to justify the investment. Google Maps, however, has satellite, navigation and sunlight data for every property in the world, so it’s ideally placed to tell you how many rays hit your crib on a daily basis. That’s why the firm is launching Sunroof, a database of how much solar energy hits each building in a city, helping people work out if it’s worth the effort. Sunroof is intended as a “treasure map” for future green energy projects, telling you how much of a saving you’d make and how long it’d take to make back your initial outlay.
To begin with, Project Sunroof will only be available in three locations: Boston, San Francisco and Fresno. If it turns out to be successful, however, then Google will roll the service out to the rest of the country and, possibly, the world. Once you’ve put in your address, you’ll be told how much you’re likely to save in energy costs, and then be put in touch with a local installer.
We tested the service out on Aol’s building in San Francisco, and it told us that we received 1,840 hours of usable sunlight per year. In addition, we learned that we have roughly 15,641 square feet of available space that we could use to install solar panels. It then took us through our options, letting us know that we’d save $14,000 if we leased the hardware, or $24,000 if we bought them outright. So, if you’re in one of these three areas, why not share how much Google thinks you’re likely to save and if that’ll prompt you into signing up.
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Google
Tags: ClimateChange, Google, Green, Maps, Power, Project, ProjectSunroof, Solar, SolarPanel, Sunroof
Mozilla wants anyone with an Android phone to make web content
It’s now feasible for many people to access the web, but contributing to the web? That’s harder, since you usually need money, know-how or both to create much more than a Tumblr page. Mozilla thinks it can help, though. Its just-finished Webmaker app lets anyone with an Android phone create web content. It focuses on basics like text, links and pictures, but it’s sophisticated enough that you can create photo galleries, guides and other web content that’s easy to share. The aim is to not only democratize web creation, but to improve the online representation of non-English languages that are usually pushed to the margins. Webmaker is free, so give it a shot if you’re eager to be more than a passive observer.
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Mozilla Blog, Google Play
Tags: android, app, internet, mobilepostcross, mozilla, smartphone, web, webmaker
Sony’s Xperia Z5+ to run 4K X-Reality software, lends weight to 4K display rumour
Moving away from Samsung articles, here we have a report that Sony could bring a new version of its display software called X-Reality to its upcoming Xperia smartphones. While that news isn’t exactly enthralling, another small factoid has reared its head that is much more exciting; in that a version of the display software is called 4K X-Reality. This lends further credence to the rumour that the upcoming Xperia Z5+ (S70+) may actually carry a 4K display.
According an article published last week, the Xperia Z5+ is apparently using the Snapdragon 810 processor and features a 5.5-inch display with a whopping 801ppi. In that same article, Brad, quite rightly, is sceptical about the Z5+ actually having a 4K display largely down to the huge impact such a high-resolution display would have on battery life, as well as the associated risks that come with using a Snapdragon 810 chip.
On the flip side of that opinion, Sony uses its 4K X-Reality PRO display software in its 4K televisions to help upscale HD content. It isn’t a huge leap of faith to connect the use of the 4K X-Reality display software with the Z5+ to mean that it will sport a 4K display. Also, given that the Z5+ will be slightly larger than the Z5, surely that means there is space for a larger battery, to help minimize the impact on battery life from using such a high-resolution display.
The other rumoured Xperia handsets, the Xperia Z5 (S70) and Z5 Compact (S60). will run the X-Reality display firmware as well, albeit not the 4K version. What do you think? Will Sony go all-in with the Xperia Z5+ trying to differentiate it from the likes of Samsung or is the inclusion of a 4K display just overkill? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: Digi-Wo
Via: XperiaBlog
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Sony adds binaries for 64-bit devices
Sony has uploaded a new set of operating system binaries for their first 64-bit devices based on Android 5.1 Lollipop. The new files will work on the Sony Xperia Z3+, Xperia Z4 Tablet and the Xperia Z4 Tablet WiFi. All of these devices are based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor. With these files uploaded to the Sony AOSP for Xperia web site, the custom ROM community will be able to more easily produce customized, AOSP based ROMs.
Along with those devices, Sony also created a new file repository for the Xperia M4 Aqua even though the device is not able to be unlocked at present. The Xperia M4 Aqua is based on the mid-range Snapdragon 615 chip from Qualcomm.
Developers interested in pulling these AOSP builds into their ROM creations can head over to Sony’s site to download the binaries and instructions. Sony does say there may be a few stability issues and functions disabled.
source: Sony
via: Android Authority
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Cricket now offering the LG G Stylo and HTC Desire 626s
If you’re a Cricket Wireless customer, you’ll soon have two more options when it comes to picking out your next phone. The carrier is now officially offering LG’s G Stylo and HTC’s Desire 626s on their cheap prepaid service plans.
The G Stylo is the closest thing you’ll get to a budget friendly Note-esque device, sporting a 5.7-inch screen and a stylus. It’s other specs are pretty competitive, too, with a 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, 3,000 mAh battery, and an 8 megapixel rear camera. If you’re interested in the Stylo, Cricket is asking $199 for the device.
The Desire 626s is a little more conventional, with a 5-inch display, 1.5 GB of RAM, and an 8 megapixel camera. It’s also $50 cheaper at just $149, which may be worth it if you don’t care about the stylus and prefer HTC’s design language.
Both devices are available today, so if you’re interested you can go ahead and lock an order in.
source: Android Central
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New Nexus 5 2015 cases leak, shows off the phone’s design
With all of the recent leaks about an LG made Nexus 5 this year, it’s starting to look pretty likely the phone will be a reality by the holidays. Some new images have surfaced today showing a case of the new Nexus 5, which means we get a fantastic look at all of the angles on the phone.
You can see pretty much exactly how the device will look, included a rounded camera lens, the camera flash, and what’s likely going to be a fingerprint scanner right below the camera. If the case description is anything to go by, you can also expect a 5.2-inch screen, which I personally think is a welcome change from the monster that was the Nexus 6. It even looks like the USB Type-C port will be present, too.
Google typically announces these devices around October, so if this thing is real, we’re not far out from an announcement.
source: AliExpress
via: Android Central
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