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Xiaomi MI-3 4.5" screen coming in mid 2013?

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Now this is as unofficial as it gets folks, so get those saltshakers ready. According to the latest bit of online gossip the next Xiaomi smartphone, presumably named MI-3, will sport the next-gen NVIDIA Tegra 4 chipset, LTE radio and an improved 4.5" screen and will launch in the middle of next year.
The Tegra 4 CPU will offer a quad-core Cortex-A15 CPU with clock speeds between 1.8 GHz and 2 GHz with around 2.5 GB worth of RAM.
The display on the alleged MI-3 is rumored to be a product of JDI (Japan Display Corporation) and should sport a higher ppi count (perhaps 1080p).
Finally, the camera have a 12 megapixel sensor.
All of this sounds really exciting and knowing the kind of competitive pricing Xiaomi normally does, we just hope the company brings the smartphone (if it's real of course) outside of its home market.

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LG Optimus L9 announced with 4.7-inch display, language translation app and custom keyboard

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There will soon be a new Optimus L-Series smartphone on the prowl, as LG has just announced the Optimus L9 as a followup to its Optimus L3, L5 and L7 handsets. This series is viewed by LG as a budget lineup that places an emphasis on style, and the L9 will undoubtedly be the leader of the pack, as it boasts both a dual-core 1GHz CPU and a large, 4.7-inch IPS display. The phone will be outfitted with Android 4.0, 1GB of RAM, a 5-megapixel rear camera and a beefy 2,150mAh battery.
New software is also set to ship with the Optimus L9, which includes both a redesigned keyboard and a language translation app. The new keyboard is dubbed the My Style Keypad, which allows users to adjust the key placement for easier one-handed typing -- like we've seen in Android 4.0 for the Galaxy Note -- along with a separated layout for landscape view (that you can peek in the gallery below). Meanwhile, the language translation service is dubbed QTranslator, which leverages OCR to translate sentences and phrases from 44 different languages into 64 native languages. There's no word yet on pricing or availability, though we'll be sure to let you know the moment those final tidbits become known.

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Samsung expands Galaxy S III colors: yes, red brown black

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Samsung just couldn't relegate itself to a two-tone, blue and white Galaxy S III universe -- the company is using the run-up to IFA 2012 to triple the size of its smartphone's palette. We've seen the Garnet Red model arrive early at AT&T, but it now looks to be spreading abroad; the previously leaked Sapphire Black is equally official for those who don't think the original blue is dark enough. We're also seeing two more colors that have been relatively undiscovered, including a Titanium Gray and an unconventional Amber Brown. No, not that kind of brown, although it may be the first time in awhile that earthy hue has claimed such a high profile. Color choices will vary depending on the carrier or store, which leaves a distinct chance that you'll be switching networks or hunting down importers if you've got to have just the right shade of Hyperglaze in your life.

Source Samsung Tomorrow

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The most amazing smartphone you’ll never buy: LG unveils quad-core Optimus G

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The most amazing smartphone you’ll never buy: LG unveils quad-core Optimus G
As the smartphone wars continue to heat up, LG (066570) has fallen way behind. In some ways, that’s a good thing — it has kept LG off Apple’s radar, if nothing else. LG did manage to eke a small profit last quarter, which is more than most smartphone vendors can say these days, and the South Korean company just took the wraps off its latest smartphone. The LG Optimus G is the latest and greatest from the struggling smartphone maker, and it definitely has some appealing specs that could give it a leg up on rival Samsung’s (005930) Galaxy S III — on paper, at least.
The new Optimus G features a 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon processor, a 4.7-inch True HD 1280 x 768-pixel IPS display,a 13-megapixel rear camera, 2GB of RAM and a 2,100 mAh battery… all packed inside a case that is just 8 millimeters thick. It will launch with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and while the phone’s specs could make it one of the most appealing handsets we’ve seen to date, it remains to be seen whether or not LG can get the widespread carrier support enjoyed by chief rival Samsung.
As great as the new Optimus G looks, you’ll likely never even have the opportunity to consider purchasing one. LG plans to launch the phone in Japan and Korea beginning in September, and if the vendor stays true to form, we won’t see it hit the United States for quite some time, if at all.
LG’s full press release follows below.
LG UNVEILS WORLD’S FIRST LTE SMARTPHONE WITH SNAPDRAGON QUAD-CORE
Newest Premium Device from LG Sets High Benchmark for Performance and Usability
SEOUL, August, 28, 2012 -– LG Electronics (LG) revealed its newest premium mobile device with the announcement of the Optimus G, a high-end smartphone that offers powerful performance, an elegant and sleek design, and an innovative user experience. As the first LTE device featuring Qualcomm’s Snapdragon™ S4 Pro Quad-Core processor, Optimus G will set the foundation for every future premium smartphone from LG.
Best-of-Best Technologies
To offer the best smartphone to consumers, LG gathered industry-leading partners and technologies to develop the Optimus G. In collaboration with Qualcomm, LG developed the Optimus G with the goal to be the first LTE smartphone with the Snapdragon™ S4 Pro CPU. LG also joined hands with vertically-integrated sister companies LG Chem, LG Display and LG Innotek for the ultimate battery capacity, viewing and user experience.
Next Generation Quad-Core with LTE
The Optimus G will be the first commercial and global smartphone to offer the Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) processor with a Quad-Core Krait CPU, LTE supported capabilities, and the newest generation Adreno™ 320 GPU. The Snapdragon S4 Pro runs at 1.5GHz and features Asynchronous Symmetric Multiprocessing (aSMP), which enables each core to power up and down independently, for maximum performance with better battery life. Furthermore, the Adreno 320 is over three times faster than the Adreno 225 found in previous Snapdragon processors for an enhanced gaming experience with faster frame rates, smoother play and support for higher HD resolution displays.
Cutting-edge Display and Outstanding Battery Efficiency
With help from LG Display, the Optimus G sports a beautiful 4.7-inch WXGA True HD IPS+ Display with 320ppi high pixel density (1280×768 pixels) and Stripe RGB IPS Panel with 15:9 aspect ratio. LG Display pushed the boundaries of its technology to offer True HD IPS+ Display, which is sharper and crisper with color accuracy of sRGB 100 percent to show natural and life-like images.
Moreover, the Optimus G will be the first smartphone to be equipped with LG Innotek and LG Display’s newly developed G2 Touch Hybrid Display for touchscreen panels (TSP). The G2 Touch Hybrid Display is thinner than current TSPs and offers the slimmest panel display with no diffused reflection for clearer and sharper visibility, even outdoors. Thanks to the new technology, the thickness of the screen panel has been reduced and the screen itself is much stronger to withstand damage from impact.
Lastly, LG Chem developed a high-density 2,100mAh battery that provides more power capacity and prolonged charging cycles. The new battery technology extended the battery lifespan to 800 cycles at 80 percent charging capabilities, much greater than the lifespan of 500 cycles in regular phone batteries.
Enhanced UX for Productivity and Entertainment
Whether users need functionality or fun in their daily lives, the Optimus G has it all, including a high-resolution 13.0MP camera and unique and differentiated user experience (UX) features, such as:
· Live Zooming allows zooming in and out while viewing a video;
· Dual Screen Dual Play, not only allows mirroring between the smartphone and a TV, it also has the ability to
display different content on each screen. For example, a slide presentation can be displayed on the TV
while the Optimus G shows the accompanying speaking notes;
· QMemoTM, first seen in the Optimus Vu:, allows users to write, draw, or jot a memo directly on the captured
screen with their finger for sharing instantly with others as an attachment or a URL;
· Time Catch Shot allows users to select and save the best shot among the images taken just before the
shutter button is depressed;
· Cheese Shutter takes a photo when a voice command is spoken.
The added UX features are anticipated to provide instant and intuitive productivity to complete tasks beyond simple multitasking.
Innovative and Modern Look
LG maintained its differentiated design philosophy with the Optimus G. The Optimus G is encased in an eye-catching slim body epitomizing timeless beauty that perfectly demonstrates LG’s design philosophy. Premium glass is utilizied on the back cover with a polarized glass pattern that offers a clean, modern look. The G2 Touch Hybrid Display contributed significantly to the design of the Optimus G as it reduced the thickness of the device enabling Optimus G to fit more comfortably in the hand. And the jet black front display flows smoothly into the body for a seamless look with no gaps.
“We are confident that users will have a superior experience with everything that we’re offering in the Optimus G,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company. “Optimus G isn’t just another high-performance phone with the latest bells and whistles. It’s a collaboration of some of the best component makers on the planet coming together for a singular cause, to develop a smartphone that stands out in a sea of me-too devices.”
NTT DOCOMO will be the first to unveil a Japanese edition of the Optimus G. The global version of the device will be launched in Korea in September, followed by other markets worldwide.
Key Specifications:
· Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro Processor with 1.5GHz Quad-Core CPU, Adreno 320 GPU with 4G LTE
· Operating System: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
· Network: 2G / 3G / 4G LTE
· Display: 4.7-inch WXGA True HD IPS+ (1280×768 pixels) / 15:9 ratio
· Memory: 32GB
· RAM: 2GB DDR
· Cameras: 13.0MP rear / 1.3MP front
· Battery: 2,100 mAh
· Size: 131.9 x 68.9 x 8.45mm
· Weight: 145g
· Other: Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi, USB2.0 HS, A-GPS, MHL, DLNA, NFC

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Apple judgment aftershocks An unforeseen winner emerges

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Apple judgment aftershocks: An unforeseen winner emerges

There were already signs that Microsoft’s (MSFT) Windows Phone app market might be a bit more lively than expected before Apple’s (AAPL) big patent win over Samsung (005930). Now, the threat of U.S. handset sales injunctions and possible new litigation against HTC (2498), Sony (SNE), LG (066570) and other Android vendors could give Windows Phone some extra oomph.
In a recent Vision Mobile study, 37% of the app developers polled were currently using Microsoft’s mobile platform. This was well below Android at 76% and iOS at 66%, but it already tops BlackBerry OS at 34%.
Implausibly, 57% of developers said they were planning to adopt Windows Phone in the future.
Windows Phone crossed the 100,000 app threshold in June 2012. The number lags far behind the iOS App Store, which now tops 700,000. But Windows Phone hit the 100,000 mark in 20 months – four months faster than Android and four months slower than iOS. That isn’t half bad.
Anecdotally, several app developers have recently indicated they are interested in the Windows Phone platform. “Doodle Jump” developer Igor Pusenjak mentioned to us during an interview last week that he is intrigued.
Will the early fascination actually translate to tangible developer support? That depends largely on Windows Phone sales and how many buyers actually begin paying for apps. But the recent litigation drama may have an impact if Apple manages to get injunctions slapped on Samsung smartphones.
Right now, Apple is demanding a ban on no fewer than eight different Samsung Galaxy variants. If those injunctions are granted — and if Apple starts gunning for other Android vendors — Windows Phone handset sales prospects could improve dramatically.
One factor here is the long-simmering developer frustration regarding Android. Many app developers we have interviewed over the past three months have been very vocal about their negative views on the Android app market, though none want to air their grievances in public.
Android is the No.1 smartphone hardware platform globally and in North America, but few app developers volunteer to get quoted about how they really feel about it as an app platform. None seem very happy. Trying to charge for Android apps is widely viewed as futile, and many regard the fragmentation and support challenges as daunting.
Windows Phone still faces a veritable mountain to climb as a mobile operating system, but the platform’s odds are a little bit better following a series of BlackBerry 10 delays and the new Android patent drama.

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Nokia Windows Phone 8 Smartphone Headed to Verizon This Year

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Verizon isn’t expected to be part of the joint Windows Phone event Nokia and Microsoft have scheduled for Sept. 5 in New York City, but that doesn’t mean it won’t participate in the rollout of Nokia’s Windows Phone 8 handsets.
Sources familiar with Verizon’s plans tell Bloomberg that the carrier intends to add one of Nokia’s Windows Phone 8 devices to its lineup later this year. Verizon’s move to diversify its Android and iPhone-heavy smartphone portfolio is both inevitable and expected. Earlier this year, Nokia’s vice president of worldwide developer relations, Richard Kerris, told Neowin that it wouldn’t be long before Nokia’s Windows Phones appear on Verizon.
For Nokia, which has suffered a precipitous decline in smartphone market share in the U.S. for the past few years, having its newest Windows Phone devices on a carrier of Verizon’s size could be real boon, giving it the momentum it needs to support its long-in-the-offing comeback.

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