10 May 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Turkcell T60 Smartphone Debuts

Turkcell (NYSE:TKC) (BIST:TCELL) has introduced the T60, the latest addition to its own-branded smartphone family T-series, at a press conference held in Istanbul. The T60 comes with motion sensors and voice command features that allow for hands-free control of the smartphone, offering a multi-sensory experience to its user. T60 users will be able to accept or reject calls with simple hand gestures without touching their phones and take photos with voice commands. Incorporated into T60 are sensors – with which users can measure heat, humidity and atmospheric pressure – as well as an embedded, specially designed application – T-sensor – which acts as a convenient interface to use the sensors in the hardware. “With Turkcell’s own-branded smartphone family T-Series, we […]

10 May 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Sony Xperia C4 and Xperia C4 Dual Smartphones Introduced

Capture your best selfies with a high-quality 5MP front camera and a raft of fun Xperia camera apps Enjoy your entertainment to the fullest with a large 5.5” Full HD screen powered by Sony’s BRAVIA TV technologies Super-fast Octa-core processor makes multi-tasking easy, without running out of power The selfie phenomenon is about to kick up a notch with the introduction of Xperia™ C4 and Xperia C4 Dual – Sony’s next generation PROselfie smartphones, featuring a best in class 5MP front camera, a Full HD display and superior performance. “Following the success of Xperia C3, we are proud to introduce Sony’s evolved PROselfie smartphone,” said Tony McNulty, Vice-President, Value Category Business Management at Sony Mobile Communications. “Xperia C4 caters to […]

29 April 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG G4 Smartphone Unveiled

LG Invites Consumers to See and Feel How Great a Smartphone Can Be LG Electronics (LG) unveils its eagerly anticipated LG G4 smartphone today, at launch events in New York, London, Paris, Singapore, Istanbul and Seoul. Approximately 1,000 guests around the world gathered to view the new LG G4, the successor to the G3, which exceeded all expectations in terms of sales and industry awards. Among the first users of the LG G4 will be 4,000 lucky customers who will receive the new smartphone as part of the company’s largest-ever consumer experience campaign. With the G4, LG focused on delivering comfortable elegance, a great visual experience and a human-centric user experience. The LG G4 camera features a rare-in-smartphones F1.8 aperture […]

3 April 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG Display QHD LCD Panel for Smartphones Launched

To Achieve a Quantum Jump in Color Gamut and Brightness Display That Incorporates Perfect Touch Sensitivity LG Display, the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, announced today that it has launched a QHD (Quad High Definition) LCD panel for smartphones that represents a quantum jump in terms of key features, including color gamut, brightness, contrast ratio, touch function, power consumption and thinness. The company has started the mass production of the 5.5-inch QHD LCD panel with IPS technology for mobile devices that will be used in LG Electronics’ forthcoming flagship smartphone to be unveiled at the end of the month. The display provides richer and more accurate colors with a 120 percent color gamut, exceeding the 100 percent gamut offered […]

30 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG Magna, Spirit, Leon and Joy Smartphones Released

3G and LTE Devices Impress With Stunning Design, Responsive In-Cell Touch Displays and LG’s User Experience LG Electronics (LG) kicks off the global rollout of its new mid-range smartphone lineup starting in South America to be followed closely by Europe, Asia, Middle East Africa and North America. This premium but affordable series comprised of Magna, Spirit, Leon and Joy was first unveiled at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in early March where it was noted for bringing sophisticated design, optimized performance and effortless user experience to a broader range of consumers. By combining the most essential hardware with LG’s premium design elements and user experience, LG has created the perfect balance of style and usability. The Magna and Spirit are […]

28 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

HTC One M9 Smartphone Debuts

Beautifully designed inside and out, the HTC One M9 is the most personal, intuitive, powerful and elegant smartphone from HTC yet. HTC America Inc., a leader in mobile innovation, will begin selling its highly anticipated new flagship device, the HTC One® M9 that comes with the industry-leading UH OH™ Protection, online in the U.S. at 12:01 a.m. ET on Friday, March 27 and in-store on April 10 at major carriers and retailers. Widely considered smartphone of the year for the past two years, the third generation of the HTC One ups the ante in the smartphone category with the most personal, intuitive and powerful smartphone from HTC yet while continuing the design heritage for which the HTC One is known. […]

25 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NUU Mobile Z8 Smartphone Introduced

4G LTE Android phone built on Lollipop 5.0 features impressive 1.7 Ghz Octa-core processor for increased speed and functionality NUU Mobile is excited to announce its first flagship unlocked Android smartphone. The sleek Z8 is built on Android 5.0 Lollipop. Users are now able enjoy the fluid motion, intuitive interface and longer battery life that comes with the new operating system, without having to worry about the high price tag associated with similar smartphones. The Z8’s slim frame houses an impressive Octa-core processor with 2 GB of RAM for optimal performance. The phone also comes fully equipped with 4G LTE for high speed data and lightning fast downloads. “We want to give our customers a phone that provides top quality […]

22 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Microsoft Lumia 430 Smartphone Announced

Microsoft Corp. on Thursday unlocked the promise of smartphone ownership for many more people with the introduction of Lumia 430 Dual SIM, the latest addition to its affordable range of Lumia smartphones. Built with the latest Windows Phone 8.1 software, a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ processor featuring a dual-core CPU running at 1.2GHz, and with Microsoft Office, Skype and OneDrive pre-loaded, the Lumia 430 Dual SIM was designed to help people achieve more at work, at play and on the go. With an estimated retail price of $70,1 it is also the most affordably priced Lumia that will be able to upgrade to Windows 10.2 Microsoft continues to expand its affordable smartphone portfolio, which now spans a diverse range of price points […]

19 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG AKA Smartphone Released

Companion Smartphone Lets You Express, Create and Make Your Own Fun LG Electronics (LG) will begin the first overseas rollout of its fun and customizable AKA smartphone starting in Hong Kong next week followed by China, Taiwan, Singapore and Turkey. Originally designed for the domestic market, AKA was first introduced to Korean customers at the end of 2014, where it has seen healthy sales and positive customer feedback for its originality and sense of humor. AKA is available in four different personas, from Eggy in yellow who falls frequently in love, the ever-so-impulsiveWooky in white, the soft-hearted and music-loving Soul in navy and Yo-Yo in pink who is always on a diet. The characters’ personalities are an integral part of […]

7 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Acer Liquid Jade Z Smartphone Announced

Lightest 5-inch LTE smartphone with award-winning design goes mainstream Acer announces the Liquid Jade Z that brings premium features and award winning Jade design to the mainstream. Beautiful in its HD definition, viewable from any angle with its IPS Technology, readable in all circumstances with Zero Air Gap technology reducing unwanted reflections, and durable as protected under a beautifully Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 panel. The special Read Mode feature protects the eyes by eliminating the blue-light emissions from the image processing engine. Speedy browsing, streaming and downloading almost anywhere in the world is guaranteed with 4G LTE (Cat. 4) connectivity and a 64-bit quad-core Mediatek processor. The Liquid Jade Z will be on display at Acer’s booth (Hall 1, stand […]

2 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge Smartphones Announced

Equipped with first-of-its-kind technology, Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge are the most advanced smartphones on the market Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced its entirely redefined smartphones, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge. Creating a new standard for design, craftsmanship and performance, the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge seamlessly blend premium materials with the most advanced Samsung technology to offer consumers an unmatched mobile experience. “With the all new Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, Samsung is offering what’s next in mobility, along with a new standard to drive the global mobile agenda,” said JK Shin, CEO and Head of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “By listening to our customers, and learning from […]

2 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ZTE Star 2 Smartphone Launched at Mobile World Congress 2015

ZTE Star 2 upgraded to feature English-language GPS and speech-to-text input that supports British English ZTE, a leading global mobile device maker, today began to showcase a range of smart devices at Mobile World Congress 2015 that are soon to be launched in markets across Europe. Flagship products on show include the smart voice ZTE Star 2, Smart Sense ZTE Blade S6, and the innovative Spro 2, the only smart projector with a touchscreen Android operating system. “We are very excited to confirm the upcoming European availability for several of our hottest new products,” said Kan Yulun, CEO of EMEA & LATAM, ZTE Mobile Devices, and Vice President of ZTE Corporation. “We will continue to bring our latest smartphones to […]

2 March 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Lenovo A7000 Smartphone Announced

The Lenovo A7000 smartphone and TAB 2 A8 and A10-70 tablets to feature Dolby Atmos sound Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE:DLB) and Lenovo (HKSE: 992) today announced the launch of three new mobile devices with Dolby Atmos® sound at Mobile World Congress® 2015: the Lenovo® A7000 smartphone and two tablets, the Lenovo TAB 2 A8 and the Lenovo TAB 2 A10-70. Dolby Atmos creates a whole new mobile headphone experience with breathtaking moving audio that flows above and around the user. This makes the Lenovo A7000 the world’s first smartphone with Dolby Atmos. The Lenovo TAB 2 A8 will be the first Android™ Lollipop tablet to feature Dolby Atmos, and the TAB 2 A10-70 will be the first 10-inch Android tablet […]

25 February 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG G Flex2 Smartphone Released

Experience a Smartphone That is Truly Ahead of the Curve With the world’s largest mobile industry event, Mobile World Congress (MWC), set to begin next week in Barcelona, LG Electronics (LG) today announced the global rollout of its eagerly anticipated curved smartphone, G Flex2. Major carriers in the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, France, Germany and the U.K. will be among the first to offer the G Flex2 to lucky customers while key markets in North and South America, Europe and Asia will announce the start of sales in the weeks following MWC. Since its unveiling in January at CES 2015, the G Flex2 has garnered much acclaim for its stylish looks, nimble performance and UX features optimized for its […]

14 February 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Sony Xperia E4 Smartphone Introduced

Looks good, sounds good – large 5” qHD display with IPS for the best viewing angle, high quality audio playback and fun social music app, PartyShare Sony Mobile Communications (“Sony Mobile”) today introduces its new Xperia™ E4 smartphone, offering ease-of-use, big screen entertainment and powerful battery performance in a high-quality yet affordable design. “With Xperia E4, we wanted to offer people some of the premium Sony features they have come to expect – with unparalleled ease of use – at a highly-competitive price point,” says Tony McNulty, Vice President, Value Category Business Management at Sony Mobile Communications. “With a simple set-up, great screen and unrivalled 2 day battery life we’ve created an on-the-go entertainment device that will keep on going, […]

9 January 20159 January 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

NUU Mobile NU3S and XI Smartphones Launched

NUU Mobile, creators of high-quality, affordable unlocked smartphones, are proud to unveil their first two devices in North America. The smartphones are being released in the United States in an effort to expand the successful brand, which launched in Asia in 2012. They will be showcased during CES 2015 at Westgate Hospitality Suite 969. The NU3S and XI smartphones are designed to provide users with a full array of popular features, including Android KitKat 4.4, and Qualcomm® Snapdragon processors. Noise-cancelling audio technology creates crisp clarity when making and receiving calls, high-quality front cameras with wide-angle lenses allow for perfect group shots and rear cameras with BSI sensors make shooting in low-light settings simple. “After the level of success we’ve had […]

6 January 2015Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG G Flex2 Smartphone Debuts at CES 2015

LG G Flex2 Features Dynamically Curved Design Optimized with Sharper Display, Powerful Hardware, Intuitive Software LG Electronics (LG) continues to push the industry boundaries with the unveiling of the new G Flex2 at the 2015 International CES in Las Vegas. The original G Flex earned positive reviews for its innovative design and outside-the-box thinking. One year later, the G Flex2 improves upon its predecessor in every way possible with a more advanced design, faster performance and most importantly, greater convenience. The LG G Flex2 boasts sleeker, more stylish curves and a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon™ 810 processor with Octa-Core 64-bit capable CPUs for a nimbler and smoother performance. Its 5.5-inch display gets a bump up to Full HD, while the updated […]

24 December 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ZTE Speed Smartphone Released

For those that have a need for speed, the lightning-fast LTE smartphone is the perfect gift priced at $99.99 off-contract with Boost Mobile now ZTE USA, the fourth largest smartphone manufacturer in the U.S. and second largest in the off-contract market*, today announced the availability of the ZTE Speed for only $99.99 (excludes taxes) off-contract with Boost Mobile. Fully equipped with 4G LTE, Android 4.4 Kit Kat, a 4.5-inch display and Quad-Core processor, the ZTE Speed is seemingly expensive, but none will be the wiser. With minimal up-front costs and maximum savings with the unlimited Data Boost Plans from Boost Mobile, holiday shoppers are able to save money without sacrificing the quality of gifts they are giving. “We had a […]

18 December 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ZTE Star 2 Smartphone Released in China

ZTE Star 2 Offers Superior Hands-Free Experience with Smarter Voice Control ZTE, a global manufacturer of smartphones and mobile devices, held an official launch today in Guangzhou, China for the ZTE Star 2, its latest 4G LTE flagship voice controlled device. Key highlights of the ZTE Star 2 include intelligent system-level voice control, an enhanced mobile entertainment experience, and a brand new customizable UI. “ZTE is pleased to announce the launch of the ZTE Star 2, which offers superior voice control functions that redefine the smartphone experience,” said Shi Lirong, Executive Director and President of ZTE Corporation. “Building on the success of Star 1, Star 2 represents the latest product from our biometrics voice integration strategy. ZTE is committed to […]

12 November 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Yezz E Series Smartphones Introduced

Yezz, a leading multi-national mobile brand paints the mobile world in bold colors with its new lineup of unlocked Android devices. Yezz delivers stunning design and premium build quality with the addition of the Andy 3.5EI, 4EI and 5EI. The E Series adds a burst of color to your stylish wardrobe at a desirable price. Each device within the line comes equipped with a 1.3 MP front camera and large screen for catching the perfect selfie, includes expandable memory to store games and videos, and comes pre-loaded with the Amazon Appstore providing an abundance of apps – plus a complimentary app each day. The E-Series also features Absolute® Data Protection to protect your privacy and identity, even if your device […]

1 October 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG F60 Smartphone Debuts

In Addition, F60 Delivers Superior Quad-Core Performance and LG’s Acclaimed UX Features Looking to further expand its 4G LTE footprint in mobiles, LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled the LG F60, a stylish new smartphone that offers superior Quad-Core speed to run all of today’s hottest apps and LG’s premium UX features in a package designed for a global audience upgrading to 4G LTE. The F60 will begin rolling out to customers in Europe, followed by Asia and the Americas starting this week. The LG F60 takes connectivity to a whole new level with blazing-fast 4G LTE powered by a 1.2GHz Quad-Core processor running on the Android 4.4 KitKat operating system. Housed in a slim and sleek compact body, the F60 […]

27 September 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ARCHOS 45c Platinum and 50c Platinum Smartphones Debut

via Max Borges Agency ARCHOS, a pioneer in Android™ and Connected Devices, announces the availability of its new range of Platinum smartphones, the ARCHOS 45c Platinum and ARCHOS 50c Platinum. Equipped with state-of-the-art components, including MediaTek quad-core processors and IPS screens, both smartphones enjoy the smoothness of the Android KitKat® operating system and are now available with three colorful back covers starting at $99. A Color for Every Taste ARCHOS’ new Platinum smartphones delivers a splash of color with vivid IPS screens that display an amazing array of colors at different viewing angles and three interchangeable back covers. Included in every unit, a selection of deep black, metallic blue and spicy pink back covers perfectly complement the smartphone’s bright screen. […]

23 September 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Smartphone Released October 17

Samsung delivers 4th generation Note series and continues to define the large screen smartphone category Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC (Samsung) announced that the Galaxy Note® 4 will be available in the U.S. beginning October 17, and pre-orders have already begun. Bringing new experiences and focusing on what matters to consumers and business users, the next-generation device is the most advanced large-screen smartphone yet. “Samsung created the large screen smartphone category with the Galaxy Note and are on our fourth generation, a category others are just entering,” said Gregory Lee, president and CEO of Samsung Telecommunications America and Samsung Electronics North America Headquarters. “The Galaxy Note 4 delivers a refined Note experience, and the latest technology that consumers want in their […]

16 September 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

ASUS PF451CL PadFone mini with 4G LTE Smartphone with Tablet Dock Debuts

PF451CL features a 4.5-inch smartphone, 7-inch tablet dock, 1.6GHz Intel multi-core processor, 5MP PixelMaster camera and 4G LTE connectivity ASUS today announced PadFone mini (PF451CL), a beautiful 4.5-inch smartphone that slots into the supplied PadFone mini Station to transform instantly into a powerful 7-inch tablet. With built-in 4G LTE radios the latest PadFone mini offers fast connectivity worldwide. Powered by a multi-core 1.6GHz 2X2 Intel® Atom™ Z2560 processor with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, the new two-in-one PadFone mini comfortably fits the palm for an instantly expanded view on a bright, clear 1280 x 800-pixel display — even better than HD. Exclusive ASUS DynamicDisplay technology resizes apps automatically and instantly for the different display sizes. Super-strength Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 protects not […]

15 September 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

LG G3 Stylus Smartphone Released

Smartly-Priced LG G3 Stylus Offers Large Display and Sophisticated Design and Premium UX Features Aiming to bring a premium Stylus experience to emerging markets, LG Electronics (LG) today announced the global rollout of the LG G3 Stylus, a new pen-enabled smartphone that inherits the core DNA of the acclaimed LG G3. Unveiled at IFA in Berlin earlier this month, the LG G3 Stylus made an impression on attendees of Europe’s largest consumer electronics trade show with its large display, stylus pen and LG’s proprietary camera UX features all in a smartly-priced package. The G3 Stylus will debut this week in Brazil followed shortly by introductions in Latin America, Central Asia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). LG’s latest device […]