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Selfies. First, they were dubbed as narcissistic by many, and while that may have been true at the time, selfies have evolved beyond just narcissistic photos of yourself. Now, they’re an excellent way to capture memories with a group of friends and family at events and on trips. The cameras themselves have evolved in quality,
Looking for a large, uber-productive, robust, physical keyboard-boasting and/or stylus-supporting tablet to meet your enterprise needs? The answer to your prayers is only a couple of clicks away. How about a rugged, muscular, almost unbreakable Android slate? We have you covered there, too. Don’t want much, just ultra-fast LTE connectivity and keeping non-vital expenses to
Bigger doesn’t necessarily equal better. You may find it hard to score a half-decent small Android handheld these days, but despite the undeniable mainstream rise of phablets, there’s still demand for devices you can easily slide in and out of your standard-issue trouser pocket. A compact form factor, proper one-hand maneuverability and sensible design will
If you’ve been following our website lately, chances are you’ve already purchased a tab… or ten. You’re only human after all, and probably couldn’t resist the temptation of a stellar bargain, the best 7 inch+ gamers around, the endurance champions or ultra-high-res media streamers. But there’s one market segment we haven’t tackled in a while.
Very rarely mentioned in the same breath as zippy 64-bit processors, Quad HD screens, OIS cameras or massive batteries with fast charging capabilities when it comes to top selling points of today’s best and brightest Android smartphones, dual SIM support remains an extremely convenient feature to have for several classes of mobile users. Businessmen often
Do you want your smartphone to have the best hardware? Then you should consider picking up a smartphone with the Snapdragon 845 chip. This is one of the top processors for the year 2018, and it’s being packed in all of the new flagships, including the already released OnePlus 6, Galaxy S9 and upcoming Galaxy
Do you need your phone to have good waterproofing capabilities? Then you’re going to want to search for a smartphone that has the IP68 waterproof rating. This is a military spec that devices have to meet to be considered submersible, or resistant against other things, such as dust, shock, drops, etc. IP68 certification is excellent
One problem that almost all smartphones have these days is with their speakers. More often than not, the speakers in your phone just aren’t very loud, play music or podcasts quietly and generally just don’t sound good. If you want to have a good listening experience, it’s almost a requirement that you have a good
If you’re in search for a fast smartphone, one of the elements that you should consider is the amount of RAM — a lot of RAM allows you to run multiple applications, have two applications open at once and even switch between applications really fast. Smartphones that don’t have a lot of RAM are typically
The world’s thinnest smartphone title has become a thorny affair in recent years, as new contenders basically pop up out of nowhere once every few weeks. Most of the times, no-name Chinese manufacturers are behind these designs that defy gravity common sense, and the goal is to score free publicity for future products with better
Sony today made the big call to announce the closure of its live TV streaming service, PlayStation Vue. The service will officially shut down on January 31, 2020, which is just shy of three months from its 5th anniversary. It was previously reported that Sony was looking for a buyer for Vue, so the announcement
Sony has just unveiled a new mid-range smartphone in its home market of Japan, known simply as the Xperia 8. In terms of features, the phone introduces a new display aspect ratio as well as dual rear cameras. It’s built-in typical Sony fashion and offers a premium blend of glass and metal, something that we
While almost every major manufacturer is currently rushing to get a 5G smartphone to market, Japanese manufacturer Sony is reportedly taking a more measured approach. According to the a new revelation by AndroPlus, Sony is currently testing the technology and will reportedly unveil a 5G capable handset only by 2020. It is being suggested that
Sony took the wraps off the Xperia 5 at the IFA event last week. Well, the smartphone is now available for pre-order in the U.S. and parts of Europe. The smartphone is termed a “compact” flagship, which is a bit of a surprise as the phone packs a relatively large 6.1-inch display. While European customers
Sony launched the Xperia 10 earlier this year to an expectedly lukewarm response. However, the company is prepared to change that with the arrival of its successor, aptly named the Xperia 20. Today, a new leak reveals the subtle design changes that Sony is making with this flagship. Honestly, the changes are not what we
Watching media on a smartphone or tablet can be an excellent experience, but when you’re at home, maybe you want to throw that media up on the big screen. 4K Smart TVs are perfect for just that these days, offering a certain clarity, detail and quality we haven’t seen before. Not only that, but just
A problem on random Wi-Fi disconnects is one of the widespread issues encountered by smartphone owners regardless of the device and platform. This is because network problems are inevitable. In most cases though, the transpiring symptoms are attributed to minor software errors and therefore rectifiable. Highlighted below are potential solutions to minor Wi-Fi connectivity issues
Noise cancelling headphones can be a godsend in most respects. Whether you’re trying to tune out outside sounds to better listen to a track you’re editing, to get the full experience of some piece of music, or to simply listen to a piece of dialog from a movie, noise cancelling headphones can do all of
One thing that’s important for gaming is what you’re using for your headset. It’s especially important if you’re on Android playing multiplayer games, and need to communicate with your team for the strategy you’re approaching. Unfortunately, on Android devices, you don’t need a full-size headset. In fact, they look a little awkward when you’re just
Earbuds are an invaluable piece of hardware. We generally rely on some form of audio to get through those tough workouts and long jogs, whether that be music, podcasts, or even an audio book. However, most people don’t want to hear the audio blasting out of our phones, as they usually have their own music