Samsung announces dual-mode LTE versions of the Galaxy S4 and Galaxy S4 Mini

Just in case there weren't enough variants of the Samsung Galaxy S4 on the market for you, Samsung has announced two more. It turns out that both the Samsung Galaxy S4 and the Galaxy S4 Mini are going to be released with versions capable of dual-mode LTE. These models will join the ranks of the Galaxy S4 Active, and the Galaxy S4 Zoom. Samsung claims that the devices are the first in the world to support both the TDD-LTE and FDD-LTE standards...

Read More

cell phones news (cell phones news Podcast #133 - Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom, Mini, Active and Xbox One DRM)

Not content with one Samsung Galaxy S4, the Korean manufacturer has extended the branded family with three additional devices, each with an interesting unique selling point; the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini, Galaxy S4 Zoom, and Galaxy S4 Active. The Pocket-lint team went hands on with all the phones and give you their initial thoughts on each device's virtue. They also talk about the ATIV range also launched during Samsung's London media event, what...

Read More

cell phones news (samsung ace 3 reviews)

Introduction: Samsung's lower midrange champion, the Galaxy Ace line, got a third generation entrant this year with the aptly named Galaxy Ace 3. It is not a huge upgrade over its predecessor, however, as is the habit with Samsung's annual updates, and the phone mainly got a 0.2" screen bump and a tad faster processor. Another ace up its sleeve, pun not intended, is that the Ace 3 runs the newest Android 4.2 and is splattered with the...

Read More

cell phones news(Samsung ATIV Tab 3 Preview)

IntroductionThe Samsung Ativ Tab 3 is a thin and light tablet that features a full-blown Windows 8 and runs on an Intel Atom chip. A separately sold keyboard book cover transforms it into a better productivity tool and with built-in S Pen and S Note 2 application, it has its creative appeal. Additionally, it has a dedicated SIM card slot enabling 3G and 4G cellular connectivity.We have a prototype of the device in our hands, so keep in mind...

Read More

cell phones news (Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini release date and where to get it)

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S4 Mini, a little brother to its current flagship handset. The phone is designed to satisfy those after something mid-range but with the looks and design of Samsung's other, higher-end devices. We've had the chance to see the SGS4 Mini in the flesh and it feels like a quality device, with a display that's nice and vibrant. As is the case with pretty much every Samsung device, it is no doubt going to sell...

Read More

cell phones news(Samsung shows new colour schemes for Galaxy S4 during Premiere London event)

Samsung had previously revealed a couple of new colour schemes for its Galaxy S4 smartphone, and hinted at others but had never revealed them in public. It has done just that during its Premiere London 2013 Galaxy & ATIV reveal event. The Red Aurora and Blue Arctic models were previously pictured, but the Purple Mirage and Brown Autumn variants have been shown at the event for the first time. The Pink Twilight model was also revealed. No...

Read More

cell phones news (Samsung Premiere 2013 live stream: Watch it here (video))

If you hadn't heard, Samsung is set to launch a stack of new products on Tonight in the UK at its SamsungPremiere 2013 event at Earl's Court. Samsung has already told us the event...

Read More

cell phones news (Samsung Galaxy S4 Active photographed in Arctic blue)

Phones, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Samsung Galaxy S4 Active photographed in Arctic blue Pictures of the just-announced Samsung Galaxy S4 Active have appeared on China's Weibo social network. The phone is due to launch on AT&T on 21 June, with it pegged for a UK launch at an event in London on 20 June. The phone - which is like a Samsung Galaxy S4, except waterproof and dust proof - features a 4.99-inch LCD display and...

Read More

cell phones news (Red Aurora Samsung Galaxy S4 now available at AT&T)

If you’re an AT&T customer that’s been holding out for a Samsung Galaxy S4 in hopes that it’ll arrive in red, you’re in luck. The red “Aurora” Galaxy S4 16GB is now officially available exclusively from A&T for $200 on-contract. Only a few days late from AT&T’s originally anouncedd June 14th release date, pretty much everything here is standard. The red version (I’d say it looks more “maroon”) features a silver band around...

Read More

cell phones news(Samsung reportedly wants nothing to do with a Facebook phone)

Samsung has always shown its willingness to add plenty of smartphones to its line-up -- for at least marketing's sake. But, it looks like the South Korea-based company wants to stick to its TouchWizcomforts, instead of unleashing a phone with Facebook Home.  According to the Korea Herald, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerburg met with Samsung executives on Tuesday to ask about a “Facebook-friendly” phone out of the...

Read More

cell phones news (Tech 21 Impactology case for Samsung Galaxy S4 pictures and hands-on)

The Samsung Galaxy S4's 5-inch 1080p display is about as good as it gets when it comes to smartphone displays. Despite having Gorilla Glass 4 to keep it safe, a decent drop will still result in a smashed screen and a hefty repair bill from Samsung. Plenty of case manufacturers promise to save you the hassle with bulky protectors that keep your smartphone safe, but put a big bulge in your pocket. Tech 21 however has an entirely different approach,...

Read More

cell phones news (Carved iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy S4 wood cases pictures and hands-on)

For the most part, a phone case really isn't a particularly exciting thing. They have to be especially beautiful in order for them to earn the right to wrap our favourite smartphones. Thankfully, this pair of laser engraved iPhone 5 and Samsung Galaxy S4 cases are more than up to the task of keeping our handsets looking good, while stopping them smashing every time we drop them.  Put together by Carved based in Elkhart, Indiana, the cases...

Read More

cell phones news (Samsung Galaxy S4 review)

t's one of the most anticipated handsets of the year, it's the follow-up to one of the best-selling phones of last year, and it has been hyped to the extent that Samsung is starting to look like it's going to teach Apple a thing or two about generating anticipation. Enter then, the Samsung Galaxy S4. In some ways, this device is more interesting than just a new phone. It marks an intriguing time for Samsung where the development of hardware...

Read More