A smartphone (or smart phone) is a mobile phone with more advanced computing capability and connectivity than basic feature phones. Smartphones typically include the features of a phone with those of another popular consumer device, such as a personal digital assistant, a media player, a digital camera, and/or a GPS navigation unit. Later smartphones include all of those plus the features of a touchscreen computer, including web browsing, Wi-Fi, 3rd-party apps, motion sensor and mobile payment.
Samsung announced a deal to enable Galaxy smartphone owners to download Nokia’s Here mapping app. While the move may signal Samsung’s eagerness to move away from Android, it may be the… Read more »
Every year, we hear the rumor that the next iPhone will get NFC support and this year is no exception. However, there are two important differences that could mean the time… Read more »
After months of speculation, Apple sent out invites on Thursday to a event on September 9. The event will take place at the Flint Center for the Performing Arts in Cupertino, which is… Read more »
Wireless charging from electromagnetic fields using wire coils isn’t anything new. Using wire coils for multiple purposes such as charging, speakers and NFC would be however and that’s one possible vision… Read more »
I have a confession to make. Even though I said I’d pay for Google Now on my wrist, I haven’t yet bought an Android Wear watch. It’s not due to the… Read more »
Apple is planning to launch its long-rumored wearable wrist device alongside the iPhone 6 on September 9, suggests a new report from Re/Code. Read more »
T-Mobile appears to be making some early preparations for the iPhone 6 launch this fall. It’s discounting all of the current generation iPhone models by about $50 in a move likely… Read more »
After reports of adding carrier financing plan support in stores, Apple’s online marketplace now lets you choose AT&T Next with zero down for your new iPhone. Wait, where is Verizon’s Edge… Read more »
There are growing demands for workers to be given the right to enjoy their downtime without being constantly on call, and now this could even become law in Germany. Read more »