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Spanish male gored to death while filming bull run on smartphone

An innocent bystander was gored to death during the annual bull run through Villasecra, Spain. The 32-year-old male was filming the action on his smartphone when one of the bulls became separated from the rest of the pack. It managed to run behind the crowd and attacked the man while he was attempting to film […]

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August 10, 2015

Apple could reveal iPhone 6s on September 9

Apple could be holding an event for the upcoming iPhone 6s as soon as September 9th, with a release shortly after. Business Insider spoke to various ‘sources’ which believe that the company will hold an event on September 9th to announce the next iPhone. These same sources have also said that they expect Apple to […]

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August 10, 2015

Agen BandarQ Online paling baik & Terpercaya Indonesia

Agen bandarkiu merupakan salah satu agen judi bandarkiu paling baik di Indonesia disaat ini, ada tidak sedikit sekali feature & fasilitas yang mampu kamu nikmati disana. waktu kamu bermain judi online di web ini, sehingga keuntungan berupa bonus hingga jackpot sangat gampang utk anda peroleh. Bukan hanya itu saja, anda serta bisa mendapatkan suatu id […]

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August 10, 2015

Top 8 ways to save your smartphone data

Ensuring that you don’t exceed your data limits can be a tough business, however there are a few simple steps to help curb the needless wasting. Here at What Mobile, we’ve compiled a handy Top 8 for the best ways to save smartphone data. 1. Close Apps It probably sounds obvious but you’d be surprised […]

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Nintendo Smartphone concept is awesome

German design company Curved Labs has showcased an interesting take on what could be if Nintendo designed a gaming-based smartphone. With Nintendo firmly interested in the mobile gaming sector, we’re all desperately anticipating the possibly of a mobile gaming device from the company. While there has been no shortage of potential prototypes and speculation, a […]

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Asus reveals more information on new Zenpad tablets

At this years Zen festival in Delhi, India, Asus took to the stage and gave more information on its recently announced tablet line, the Zenpad. The new Asus Zenpad range comes in both 7 inch and 8 inch variants. With a leather finish on the rear and metal edging, they certainly look considerably more premium […]

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ASUS’s ZenFestival showcases new ZenFone 2 smartphones

At the ZenFestival today in New Delhi, India, ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih showed off a raft of new ZenFone 2 smartphones. With the new releases including the ZenFone 2 Deluxe, the ZenFone 2 Laser and the ZenFone Selfie, ASUS customers have plenty of options. All of the Zenfone 2 models run the most up to […]

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Apple fanboys get trolled with fake iPhone operating system

Two Dutch comedians successfully fooled several members of the public into believing that an iPhone running Android was actually showcasing the upcoming iOS 9 operating system. Fanboys are a strange breed. Some of them can be so blinkered in their love for the product that they will literally believe anything thrown in front of them. […]

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Top Five FREE Entertainment Apps

Need entertainment on the go? What Mobile checks out the top 5 smartphone entertainment apps this week. 1. Colorfy: Coloring Book for Adults With colouring books for adults swiftly growing in popularity, it was only a matter of time before someone made the concept into an app. Marketed as anti-anxiety colouring therapy (or just a […]

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Asus Zenfone Max announced with insane 5,000mAh battery

Asus has today announced three new phones at the Zen Festival in Delhi, India. One of them, named the Asus Zenfone Max, will come equipped with a massive 5,000mAh battery. The Zenfone Max will be an entry-level device aimed at power efficiency and long usage cycles. The internal specifications are fairly uninspiring, with a Snapdragon […]

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Nicki Minaj to launch a smartphone game

In a move that will surely please millions across the globe… Glu Mobile are set to partner with Nicki Minaj on a new mobile game. Yes, you did read that correctly. Not content with her singing career, it seems that Nicki Minaj will now be taking her versatile hand into the world of mobile gaming. […]

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Meizu m2 Note due for European release

Meizu have announced that their m2 Note is now available for pre-order on Amazon.co.uk. Since its June release in China, the m2 Note has been slowly rolling onto the international stage. Now, the smartphone is finally ready for sale in Europe as an Amazon exclusive. Tech specs With a 5.5 inch HD screen, the m2 […]

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Another leaked image of the Sony Xperia Z5 surfaces

A leaked image of the upcoming Sony Xperia Z5 and Xperia Z5 Compact has appeared online, showing the size differences between the two phones. Rumours have been circulating about the new devices, with the Xperia Z5 expected to feature a very large 5.5 inch screen. Further to this, recent leaks also suggest that both […]

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OnePlus auctions off phone invites for charity

Over the next five days, mobile phone company OnePlus will be auctioning 100 invites to purchase the new OnePlus 2 and donating the money raised to charity. All funds raised will be going to the UNICEF Tap Project, which helps underprivileged children around the word to access clean, safe water. If you can’t beat them, […]

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Stretchable battery could revolutionise wearables

A team from Arizona State University has developed a stretchable battery that can flex without losing power. Taking inspiration from the Japanese art of kirigami – similar to origami, but with cuts in the paper for added flexibility – researchers have created a battery that can stretch to over 150 percent without breaking or interrupting […]

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EE recalls potentially dangerous Power Bar

EE’s free Power Bar scheme backfires as it recalls up to 500,000 units. After safety fears caused by reports of overheating, EE is asking customers to return all Power Bars with the model number E1-06 to their nearest store. The model number can be found on the side of the product near the CE mark […]

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BlackBerry Passport updated to Silver Edition

BlackBerry have announced that there is now a Silver Edition version of their popular Passport smartphone available in the USA. With key improvements in battery life and an updated touch-enabled keypad along with a fresh design, the Passport Silver Edition is a step above the old version. The phone boasts a silver finish with curved […]

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LG Wine Goes Back In Time

Welcome to the LG Wine Smart, a hybrid smartphone and flip phone. For those who love the Star Trek-inspired design of a flip phone but still need the functionality of a smartphone, LG have announced the new Wine Smart. With the upper screen turned into a touchscreen and the lower half still retaining the physical […]

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OnePlus One Million – 30k phones sold in 64 seconds

Only days after its release, the OnePlus 2 has a waiting list of over a million and has sold out 30,000 units in 64 seconds in China. Earlier in the week, it was revealed that the newly released OnePlus 2 had over a million people waiting for an invite outside the company’s native China. The […]

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Top 5 iPhone Software Annoyances

Whatever your opinion on iPhones, there’s no denying that they have their share of issues. Here’s the top 5 not-so-user-friendly problems with the iPhone software. 1. Default Apps Don’t Delete Yes, it’s nice to be able to check your messages or call up your camera immediately, but it’s doubtful that most people will care about […]

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Alleged iPhone 6s display assembly leak

Pictures of the iPhone 6s’s display assembly have supposedly been leaked by GeekBar, a Chinese phone repair company. There is no proof that Apple’s upcoming ForceTouch is included, but the word on the wind suggests that the pressure-reactive screen will be part of the new 6s handset. Rumours imply that the 6s will be slightly […]

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Apple and Samsung tablet sales drop

Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Tablet Tracker, July 29, 2015 Apple and Samsung’s market share in tablets is dropping faster than demand. 10.9 million iPads were shipped over the last quarter, a drop of 17.9% compared to the same time last year. Samsung also had fewer tablet sales, sales going down from 8.6 million last year […]

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Sony strikes back with new Xperia smartphones

With not one but two new Xperia smartphones announced today, Sony introduces more competition to the mid-range smartphone market. The Xperia C5 Ultra and the Xperia M5 both boast advances in camera resolution, battery life, performance and overall design. For the first time, the C5 Ultra offers dual 13 megapixel cameras, meaning that selfies will […]

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Samsung confirms interesting spin on new smartwatch

There’s only a few weeks left until the Samsung Gear A smartwatch launches, and the Korean manufacturer has confirmed that it will have a rotating bezel. The rotating bezel will allow the user to navigate through the watch, zoom in and out of pictures, switch between apps and much more. SamMobile tweeted images and details […]

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Sony Mobile is cancelling out PS4 profits

Sony’s latest performance reports have revealed that the mobile division is actually losing just as many profits as the gaming division is bringing in. The Verge compared the last three months of Sony’s performance to the previous year and found some depressing figures for the mobile division. It reported a loss of 16.3 percent versus […]

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Too skint for a Samsung Galaxy S6? Here’s some good news..

Although the Samsung Galaxy S6 and Samsung Galaxy S6 edge are both fantastic devices, they haven’t sold as well as Samsung was hoping. Samsung has reported that mobile profits for the second quarter of 2015 totalled £1.5 billion, a £1.1 billion reduction from the £2.6 billion profit it made for the same period in 2014. […]

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Microsoft announces which Lumia phones get Windows 10 first

Microsoft has published a message on their website confirming which devices will be the first to receive Windows 10 Mobile. The company has already stated that all devices which receive Lumia Denim are eligible for the upgrade, however there was no confirmation which handsets would get it first. Today, the company posted a message on […]

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KFC releases limited edition KFC bucket with built-in printer

In a unique marketing stunt, KFC has launched a limited edition chicken bucket that can actually print photographs. If you live in Canada, you’re in for a treat this summer. KFC is celebrating its 60th anniversary by launching a limited edition ‘Memories Bucket’ which includes a fully-functioning Bluetooth printer. The bucket connects to your smartphone […]

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Samsung Galaxy J2 Benchmarks Leak

Details of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy J2 have leaked onto the internet courtesy of a popular benchmarking website. The Samsung Galaxy J2 is an upcoming budget-handset from the company. It follows the recent limited release of the Galaxy J5 and J7, which are available in select parts of Europe. Samsung are obviously gearing up a […]

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Top five FREE smartphone games (July 20 – 26 July)

Mobile gaming is an industry that only keeps getting bigger. Games act as a perfect companion for those stressful morning commutes or short journeys. However, with the wealth of titles on offer it can be a little daunting to separate the good from the bad. We’ve got another Top Five for you! Just as we did last week, here’s […]

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Google Now’s newest feature lets you dictate and send messages through WhatsApp

Google’s latest feature will let you use Google Now to dictate and send messages through third-party apps, including WhatsApp and Viber. You could previously use Google Now to dictate and send texts, messages and emails, but this is the first time the feature has opened up to third-party apps. “Just say, ‘OK Google, send a […]

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Angry Birds 2 flings its way onto iOS and Android

Angry Birds 2, the sequel to the popular bird-catapulting game Angry Birds, is now out on both iOS and Android devices. The new game comes packed with new visuals, gameplay, characters and methods of destroying those famous pigs. New spells are also at your disposal, including blizzards, magic ducks and hot chili peppers. If you […]

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Nintendo releases huge Miiverse update for 3DS and Wii

Nintendo has announced a huge update to the Miiverse client which is rolling out to 3DS and Wii users today. The update brings a new Play Journal feature, which allows you to jot down your thoughts and blog about games while playing them, plus a full screenshot album for saving and organising your photographs. The […]

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Stolen Sony Xperia C5 Ultra appears in police photo

A leaked photograph of the upcoming Sony Xperia C5 Ultra has been posted on-line courtesy of the Brazilian police force. The smartphone was stolen by local thieves and later privately advertised on Facebook for auction. The Sau Paulo Police managed to track it down and arrest the offender, with the smartphone now securely in the […]

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Researchers learn how to steal keycard information using smartphones

A pair of researchers in the United States have crafted a way to anonymously steal personal information from keycard scanners by using a smartphone. They engineered a small device that can be placed over the wires of electronic door scanners. It then intercepts the signal which is transferred between the keycard and reader, transferring it over Bluetooth back […]

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First Nintendo NX game announced

Square Enix has announced that the upcoming Dragon Quest XI game is coming to the PlayStation 4, Nintendo 3DS and quite possibly the Nintendo NX. NX is the codename for Nintendo’s next console. Not much has been revealed apart from the hint that Nintendo is considering bringing it to their next console. It could however […]

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Want to avoid a busy restaurant? Just Google it

Ever had your plans to grab a relaxing coffee on a weekend ruined by a cafe rammed with punters? Or wanted to try out that new restaurant, only to discover that it’s fully booked? The search engine’s latest feature can help you avoid such frustrations in future. You can now find out a location’s busiest times […]

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LG G Flex 3 will be a powerhouse – Includes Snapdragon 820

GSMArena has heard from an anonymous source that the LG G Flex 3 will include several range-topping specs that will make it one of the most powerful devices available. According to the source, the LG G Flex 3 is expected to include the upcoming Snapdragon 820. This will be a successor to the powerhouse Snapdragon 810, making […]

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Qualcomm charging ahead with a world first for wireless charging

Qualcomm has now given its Rezence wireless charging technology a major upgrade. The improvement will allow its charging pads to wirelessly top up smartphones with metal cases. The Rezence wireless charging pads can do this by using a higher frequency that passes through metal much easier than QI, Rezence’s main wireless charging competitor. This new […]

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iPhone and Galaxy-killing OnePlus 2 finally launched

The OnePlus 2 has finally launched. OnePlus’ latest flagship follows on from the OnePlus One; a phone that owes its success to offering top-of-the-range hardware at a price that undercuts Apple and Samsung. Keen to emulate that success, the OnePlus 2 is another affordable class-topping flagship. Like the OnePlus One, the OnePlus 2 will only be available on […]

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Microsoft could release an Intel-powered smartphone for Windows 10 Mobile

Microsoft could be working on an Intel-Powered smartphone that will run the upcoming Windows 10 Mobile operating system. Windows Central has heard from various sources that the device will debut in early 2016 and will be metal, though that’s where the rumours end. The Intel-powered device could be the first rumoured ‘Surface Phone’, especially now that […]

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Smartphone app could be a new cure for writers block

Psychologists at a top London university are developing a smartphone application to help deal with writers block. We’ve all had it, the dreaded writers block of doom. You get halfway through something, only to lose complete train of thought. It’s the thing that keeps creative writers from finishing their first novel, or musicians from nailing […]

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Motorola refreshes line with three new smartphone launches

After weeks of rumours and speculation, Motorola has announced three new handsets which directly replace the previous Moto G and Moto X. The company announced a direct replacement to the Moto G which is available worldwide from today, while the Moto X comes in two variants aimed at different price brackets. Moto X Style details […]

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Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ benchmarks appear online

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ has been spotted on a popular benchmarking, revealing some interesting details about what we can expect from this inflated S6 Edge. Recent rumours suggested that the upcoming S6 Edge+ would use the Snapdragon 808 processor, though the benchmark seems to suggest that Samsung will stay with their own in-house Exynos […]

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Woman left severely burned after EE Power Bar explodes

A woman was left with painful burn scars on her hands when an EE Power Bar exploded while she left it in her bedroom to charge overnight. There’s no shortage of horror stories when it comes to portable charging devices and battery technology. We’ve heard of Dell laptops exploding, e-cigarettes bursting into flames and now […]

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Heartbleed is back… On your Android device

A major security vulnerability has been discovered in the Android operating system which allows hackers to gain complete control over the affected device. We’ve got another security flaw, folks! Remember Heartbleed, the bug which allowed anyone to eavesdrop in your SSL data communication? Well, a new flaw has been discovered in the Android operating system which […]

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Samsung Galaxy J5 now available in Europe

Samsung has brought the new Galaxy J5 to Europe, with the device initially shipping in Germany. Samsung’s latest entry-level smartphone has finally arrived in Europe. The Samsung Galaxy J5 offers premium styling at a cheaper price-point, with curved metal edges that bear a close resemblance to the iPhone 6. It’s also a similar size to […]

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Will the OnePlus 2 be available from the experience store?

The upcoming OnePlus 2 handset might also be available in-store… If you live in China. OnePlus is pretty much an on-line only company. They market through social media and sell via an invite-only system. Last year, they were brave enough to open up their first retail ‘Experience Store’ in Beijing. The catch was that it […]

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Instagram experimenting with new interface

Instagram is busy altering its user interface in a small-scale experiment on select Android devices. You can hardly call Instagram the most convoluted application in the world, yet it seems like they’re still not content with the user interface. Droid-Life has noticed that the company are experimenting with a new design theme for the photography-driven […]

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Reveal-all Moto G images leak

A source in Brazil has posted unboxing photos showing off the upcoming Moto G’s apparent specs. A Brazilian retailer has apparently leaked images of the the phone and its box, which has all the specs displayed on it. The phone will apparently has a 1.4GHz quad-core processor, a 13-megapixel rear camera, a 5-megapixel front camera […]

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Fill up the tank faster with Smartphone payments

Shell has rolled out a new smartphone application which allows users to pay for fuel without ever needing to leave the pumps. If you’ve ever wanted to fill up on petrol quickly without needing to hand over any cash, this might be of interest to you. Fill Up and Go is the newest 21st century […]

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Argos will give you cash for your unwanted gadgets

Argos has joined the likes of Envirofone, CEX and Mazuma Mobile in offering cash for unwanted phones and tablets. Unlike Envirofone, CEX and Mazuma, Argos promises a more straightforward service. The high street retailer is hoping that customers will prefer conveniently walking into a store, getting an instant quote and then immediately being able to […]

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Supersize me: Sony Xperia Z5 to top predecessors with giant screen

The latest Sony Xperia Z5 rumours suggest that Sony’s upcoming flagship device will come with a larger screen than its predecessor. According to Leaksfly, the Xperia Z5 is apparently going to get a 5.5-inch screen with 1080 x 1920 resolution and a pixel density of 401ppi. That’s larger than the 5.2-inch display used on all […]

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Amazon to introduce drive-through supermarkets

Amazon has its eyes set on breaking into the grocery sector by unleashing a series of ‘drive-through’ supermarkets. Not content with their crazy ways, it seems are Amazon are at it once again. With the e-commerce giant eager to expand into the real world, you could soon all be driving though an Amazon-themed supermarket. As […]

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Class-leading OnePlus 2 specs leak ahead of launch

The OnePlus 2 officially launches later today, but that hasn’t stopped a number of leaks from coming out. Results from the GFXBench benchmarking tool have confirmed several existing rumours about OnePlus’ upcoming flagship handset. These leaked results suggest the device will come with a top of the range Snapdragon 810 processor and 64GB of internal […]

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Wireless charging to be included in new Samsung monitors

Samsung has debuted a new range of desktop monitors which will have wireless charging capabilities directly integrated into the frame. Wireless charging is a pretty nice convenience for those who have the smartphone devices capable of utilising it. There’s no need for wires and you can easily pick up the device to take an incoming […]

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HTC Desire 626 handles a whopping 512GB of external storage

HTC has just announced the new Desire 626 handset, a mid-range replacement for the Desire 620. The new phone is equipped with a Snapdragon 410 1.2GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage and support for up to 512GB of external memory via microSD. The phone also comes 4G enabled and has a […]

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That joke isn’t funny anymore: Twitter stamps out plagiarism

Twitter seems to finally be taking a stand against users or spam bots who have a tendency to copy someone else’s jokes. Plagiarism is Bad recently noticed that the social media site is deleting copied jokes due to reports ‘from the copyright holder.’ Freelance writer Olga Lexell claims she has been a victim of this […]

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Meet your maker: Motorola’s Moto Maker accidentally leaked

Motorola accidentally posted its ‘Moto Maker’ design page to its website on Thursday. ‘Moto Maker’ lets Moto G customers design their own device and order it online. A Reddit user discovered the Moto Maker tool, but it has since been taken down. Customers who’ll eventually be able to use Moto Maker can pick whether they want […]

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Sony Xperia Z5 is ‘Made for Bond’

The Sony Xperia Z5, Sony’s next flagship phone, will apparently feature very heavily in Spectre, the upcoming Bond movie. Images leaked from China suggest that the new device will be ‘Made for Bond’ and launch alongside the film. All this points towards a release in late October or early November. The images have blurred the […]

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Gimme shelter: Fallout Shelter hitting Android mid-August

The insanely addictive Fallout Shelter has been providing iOS users with hours of fun since its release, but Android users have been a bit left out. Not anymore, however, as the game now has a release date for Android platforms. A worldwide release date of August 13 was announced at QuakeCon 2015. Fallout Shelter puts you […]

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Samsung Galaxy Note 5 images leak

A Samsung community website has got it hands on some fresh images of the upcoming Galaxy Note 5, showcasing a design that is very similar to the original. Feast your eyes on these photographs of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 5 prototype. These supposed leaks are of a prototype model and it’s unsure if the […]

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Ta for the invite: OnePlus 2 invites going fast

The invite reservation list for the OnePlus 2 is now open to the public, just hours away from the handset’s launch event. Just sign up from the OnePlus website for the chance to win an invitation to buy the OnePlus 2, OnePlus’ latest flagship handset. “You can get an invite from friends who have purchased […]

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New iPhone 6S images leak

Excited about the iPhone 6S? Then prepare yourself for the latest iPhone 6S leak. These leaks, courtesy of NoWhereElse, show off what is apparently the front panel of Apple’s upcoming handset. If the leaks are to be believed, the iPhone 6S looks pretty similar to the current iPhone 6. The biggest changes will no doubt […]

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The next Android One smartphone could be a Lava

A new Android One handset could be making its way to the market very soon, with the Indian smartphone manufacturer Lava expected to produce it. We’ve known about the next generation Android One smartphone for a while but recently we haven’t heard much about its impending release. Originally slated for July 14th, we were beginning […]

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Top five FREE smartphone games (July 13 – July 19)

Mobile gaming is an industry that only keeps getting bigger. Games act as a perfect companion for those stressful morning commutes or short journeys. However, with the wealth of titles on offer it can be a little daunting to separate the good from the bad. We’ve got another Top Five for you! Just as we did last week, here’s […]

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Google is bringing 360-degree films to your iPhone

Google’s 360-degree video and film app, Spotlight Stories, has finally launched on iOS. The app, which debuted on Motorola devices in 2013 and later featured on Android devices early 2015, can now be used on Apple devices with iOS 8.0 or higher. Spotlight stories lets you watch 2D and 3D animated films in 360-degrees. Google said that […]

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Bethesda is selling entire Fallout series with a nuke

Bethesda, the developer behind the Fallout video game franchise, is now offering you the chance to buy a nuke. But instead of having the potential to cause a mini apocalypse, the miniature mock explosive contains all the current Fallout titles for PC. The nuke even makes its own bomb sound. Fallout, Fallout 2, Fallout Tactics, […]

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It’s official. The Honor 7 is on its way to the UK

Huawei has confirmed in a teaser that the Honor 7 is coming to the UK. The Honor 7 offers all the excellent features of a top-of-the-range smartphone, including 64GB of internal storage, 3GB of RAM, a 20 megapixel camera and a fingerprint scanner, for just £260. This price helps it undercut and compete against the […]

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Let there be light with the new Travelamp

Designers Sebastiano Tosi and Mattia Fossati have collaborated to design a portable ‘Travelamp’ which uses the flash-light on a smartphone as the source. Ever got caught short in the dark and needed a lamp to illuminate the way? Probably not, but if you did then this could be something to consider. Smartphone camera flashes are usually nothing more […]

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Major WhatsApp update will change the way you chat

WhatsApp’s latest Android update (v2.12.194) brings a host of new features, allowing users to customise notification tones, mark conversations as unread and limit data usage when making voice calls. The most notable feature is the option to customise the notification sound you receive for individual or group conversations. This means you’ll potentially know who’s contacting […]

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SayMore – A new app to encourage real conversations?

A new social media application called SayMore has been launched which aims to encourage proper social skills through random conversations with strangers. Created by Brent Hurly and backed by YouTube co-founder/ brother Chad Hurley, SayMore is a social media app with a twist. Instead of discouraging intimate conversations by introducing instant messaging aspects, this application […]

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New NASA WIFI technology uses 100 times less power

NASA and UCLA have both developed a new WIFI technology that uses 100 times less power than conventional methods. Wireless communication is now pretty much ingrained in our society. Walk down the street and you will be consistently bombarded with waves from all kinds of communication devices. Our smartphones use it, our laptops use it […]

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Gold Motorola Moto X screenshots have now leaked online

Fresh off our news of the Moto X in black, we’ve also got another leak of the same device but in gold this time. A lonely leaked photo courtesy of Chinese microblogging Weibo apparently shows a finished gold version of the flagship, which again looks very similar to the current generation Moto X. The only difference […]

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Own a Sony Xperia Z3? Sony has a special treat for you…

Swedish Sony Xperia Z3 owners have the opportunity to test a new version of the phone’s software, which includes a new-look interface being considered for current and upcoming devices. Chosen applicants will be able to install the new software on their Z3s and give feedback on what they like and dislike. Sony hopes this will […]

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Is this the new Moto X?

A number of images showing what could indeed be the next Moto X have surfaced. Appearing in these pictures is what looks like a front-facing flash, backing up previous rumours. The photographs were posted on Android Peru’s Facebook page a week before Motorola is expected to unveil the new Moto X on July 28. Jose […]

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Ikea wants to improve your smartphone table manners

Ikea is introducing a new accessory in its upcoming 2015 Sittning Line which it hopes will put an end to smartphone use during dinner hours. Ikea is taking the fight to the table. For all those people who can’t eat dinner without checking their smartphones, this one is for you. The company has just announced […]

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Here’s how to get Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 weeks before its release

Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 isn’t out until November, but those who have pre-ordered the game will be able to play the multiplayer beta before its official release. PlayStation 4 owners who have pre-ordered the sci-fi shooter will be able to play the beta on August 19th, whilst Xbox One owners who have pre-ordered the […]

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Hearthstone Grand Tournament expansion packs a whopping 132 new cards

A new ‘Hearthstone’ expansion, called the Grand Tournament, will be released in August. The latest expansion to the popular card strategy game comes with 132 new cards, which include fresh spells and weapons. A new keyword – a special attribute available on certain cards – called Inspire will also add attack and spell bonuses. The […]

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Feature – A good workman never blames his smartphone

A recent study suggests that one of the leading causes of users leaving mobile networks is due to smartphone performance decline. However, is it really the providers fault? Modern smartphones are essentially tiny computers that can be used for a variety of uses, though most people still expect them to work perfectly all the time. […]

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Sky Sports scores Premier League mobile deal

Football fans who are also Sky Sports subscribers will be able to watch near live clips from the 2015/2016 Premier League on the mobile phones. Sky has just signed a three-year digital deal with the Premier League that will allow them to show ‘near live’ clips of major events and goals from the upcoming season. […]

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Samsung Galaxy Note 5 to be revealed on August 13th

A report on Korean media claims that the Galaxy Note 5 could release as early as August 12th. The reasoning behind the move is apparently to ensure that they get the jump on the iPhone 6s, which is due to be released in September. Samsung are hoping to get out of the gate early and […]

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Been on the lash? Google Maps can help you piece everything back together

We’ve all had heavy nights where we can’t remember much the morning after. What’s worse is when you check your bank balance and have no idea where you made that massive £250 transaction. Google Maps’ latest feature might make it easier to keep track of your transactions after you’ve had a massive one. You can […]

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ZTE Axon will get Antimicrobial Gorilla Glass

The upcoming ZTE Axon will be the first smart device to get a special anti-bacterial version of Cornering Gorilla Glass, protecting you from germs and bacteria. Anti-bacterial products are likely to be the next big thing in smartphone technology, as it’s an overdue feature that people really need in their devices. When a study by […]

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Apples with your iPhone? Amazon Fresh grocery service could launch in the UK

Alongside delivering you the latest gadgets, Amazon could soon be bringing fresh groceries to your door with the Amazon Fresh service. Amazon Fresh allows subscribers to order fresh groceries and get them delivered straight to their doorstep. The service, which launched in 2007, is currently running in the US and rumours suggest that it could be […]

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OnePlus 2 officially revealed by Chinese regulator

A Chinese regulator has released images of the OnePlus 2 ahead of its imminent launch, which show the fingerprint reader, camera sensor and more. Here it is, the OnePlus 2! It looks kind of… er, exactly the OnePlus One. We knew it was coming, but perhaps not this early … While July 27th is still […]

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Cortana will be different depending on where you live

The new version of Cortana launching alongside Windows 10 will be able to understand local language, speech patterns and the ‘local personality’ of each market. A blog post by Microsoft reads: “Cortana understands how highly the UK values self-deprecating humor. Dryness and irony are traits that filter subtly into her personality, and she uses playful […]

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Netflix will have more original content, but you’ll be paying for it…

Netflix has built a reputation for providing thousands of quality shows and movies for a cheap price. But new reports suggest the streaming service could bump up its subscription prices in the near future. Reed Hastings, Netflix’s CEO, has announced that the company aims to gain more funding for original content by increasing subscription prices […]

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New Motorola Moto G makes brief appearance online

A spanish retail site briefly listed the upcoming Motorola Moto G 3rd generation, with the specifications list being a little better than previously thought. We’ve been hearing plenty of rumours about the new Moto G and the hardware that it will contain, though most reliable sources have pointed to a Snapdragon 410 and 1GB RAM. Although it’s […]

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Huawei Honor 7 now available to buy internationally (kind of)

Chinese e-commerce retailer Oppomart is now stocking the Huawei Honor 7 for international shipping. The device is listed on the website at a price of £276.02, though anybody looking to buy would need to take into account additional VAT and shipping charges. The news comes shortly after Huawei confirmed that they will definitely be selling […]

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This is what a Nintendo smartphone should look like

Graphic designer Pierre Cerveau has given his own take on the future of Nintendo’s mobile prospects by designing a concept version of a Nintendo smartphone. With the death of Satoru Iwata making the future of Nintendo a little cloudy at the moment, all eye’s are on what will be the next move for the video-game […]

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Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus spotted in the wild

All about Samsung has acquired a leaked image of what looks to be the rumoured Galaxy S6 Edge Plus. The German Android site claims that the image is of a dummy handset which is sent out to stores for display. Placed side-by-side with the Samsung Galaxy Note 4, it can clearly be seen that the […]

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OnePlus 2 spotted for sale online

Popular e-commerce website Oppomart, a distributor of Chinese smartphones, has included a new listing for the OnePlus 2 complete with pricing information. Before you ask, no. You can’t purchase it yet. As the July 27th launch date looms ever closer, we are continuing to hear more and more information about the upcoming OnePlus 2. This […]

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Illegal downloading could soon get you 10 years in prison

The UK government could soon be taking a massive crackdown on illegal internet piracy, with a maximum sentence of up to 10 years in extreme cases. There isn’t much of a deterrent for illegal downloading. The current penalty will only set you back two years in jail and that’s only if you’re a heavy distributor. […]

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Top five fitness wearables for kickstarting an active lifestyle

Fitness wearables are fantastic for kickstarting an exercise plan if you’ve been wanting to get more active. The fact that most accurately track your steps, calories burnt, distance travelled and give friendly exercise notifications offers an added incentive to hit those fitness goals. Not everyone has the same fitness goals, however. Some people might be keen […]

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Cortana for Android has leaked

Finnish mobile site Suomimobiili has revealed a leaked version of Cortana for Android that has somehow gone live on the internet. We already knew that Cortana was heading to the Android platform sometime this month but it appears a near-finished build ahead of the planned July release date. Finnish mobile site Suomimobiili reports that a BETA release […]

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The 2015 What Mobile Awards are live – Vote now

The 2015 What Mobile Awards have officially opened for business! Head over to Survey Monkey now and cast your vote for a chance to win some terrific prizes. It’s that time of year again folks! The 2015 What Mobile Awards are finally here, giving you guys at home the chance to once again voice your […]

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Apple is releasing its toughest iPhone yet

The iPhone 6S Plus will apparently be tougher than the original, showing that Apple wants to avoid another potential Bendgate ruckus. Last year iPhone 6 Plus users complained about their iPhone 6 Plus devices bending when placed in their pockets. A new rear shell designed for the 6 Plus could prevent this from happening to […]

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Marshall is rocking its way into the smartphone business

Marshall has shocked everybody today by announcing that they will be entering the smartphone market with a new low-end handset. Called the Marshall London, it carries a design language which closely resembles their line of guitar amplifiers. It’s a magnificent looking device with rugged metal buttons, a gold volume scroll wheel and a leather skinned […]

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Apple continues its crusade against the SIM card

A new report suggests that Apple and Samsung could be planning a rollout of embedded SIM technology, giving users the opportunity to use multiple networks at once. It’s no secret that SIM cards are pretty lame. They lock us into a network and are entirely inflexible. We’ve known for a while that Apple wants to […]

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