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February 28, 2015 at 12:30 PM

BGR at MWC 2015: On the hunt for the next big thing

By Chris Smith about 6 hours ago.

BGR at MWC 2015: On the hunt for the next big thing

The 2015 edition of the Mobile World Congress show that is about to kick off in Barcelona, Spain will likely be one of the best in recent years when it comes to new hardware announcements, as at least two hot mobile devices will be unveiled during the show — the HTC One M9 and Samsung Galaxy S6 each have their own special events on Sunday.

But that’s not all that’s happening at MWC, as there will be plenty of interesting products on display coming from much smaller players. More →

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Web Culture

February 27, 2015 at 9:30 PM

by Chris Smith

Megyar Entire Village for Rent in Hungary

Forget Airbnb, you can rent an entire village and this horse in Hungary

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 9:30 PM.

Forget Airbnb, you can rent an entire village and this horse in Hungary

Many people may have already tried Airbnb and similar services that offer great alternatives to hotels, but not many can say they were able to rent an entire village. That’s apparently one possibility available to tourists traveling through Hungary, as they’ll be able to rent an entire village, complete with the horse in the picture above, for just around €700 a day, The Guardian reports. More →

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Apps & Software

February 27, 2015 at 5:25 PM

by Chris Smith

You can already pretend you have a Galaxy S6 by downloading these official apps

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 5:25 PM.

You can already pretend you have a Galaxy S6 by downloading these official apps

The Galaxy S6 leaks continue with just a couple of days left until Samsung’s 2015 flagships get official, and this time around we’re looking at something completely different from your average image or hardware leak. The first pictures showing Samsung’s redesigned TouchWiz interface for the phone have appeared, and the first Galaxy S6 apps are already available to download from xda-developers. More →

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Accessories

February 27, 2015 at 4:35 PM

by Chris Smith

Indiegogo FlexCharger iPhone and Android Charger

Meet FlexCharger, the only iPhone and Android charger worth getting excited about

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 4:35 PM.

Meet FlexCharger, the only iPhone and Android charger worth getting excited about

Smartphone and tablet chargers are far from being exciting accessories, yet we have to constantly carry them with us on the off-chance that our beloved mobile device runs out of battery life when we least expect it. FlexCharger, however, is a different kind of charger for mobile devices — in fact, it’s the only charger in recent memory that we might even call exciting. More →

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Wearables

February 27, 2015 at 4:10 PM

by Chris Smith

Apple Watch vs. Pebble Time: New renders give a fantastic side-by-side comparison

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 4:10 PM.

Apple Watch vs. Pebble Time: New renders give a fantastic side-by-side comparison

The Apple Watch is going to be available in stores soon, but Apple’s smartwatch is not the only such product you can buy, as plenty of companies are also selling high-tech watches. Popular smartwatch maker Pebble a few days ago launched a new Kickstarter campaign for the Pebble Time device that will directly compete against the Apple Watch and other similar products. The project was an instant smash and has already topped $11 million in pledges, well over its initial $500,000 funding goal. More →

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Mobile

February 27, 2015 at 3:30 PM

by Chris Smith

Here are the latest rumors on the next Google Nexus phone

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 3:30 PM.

Here are the latest rumors on the next Google Nexus phone

Google will likely unveil new Nexus devices at some point in late 2015, but the rumor mill has already started churning out reports about them, with particular focus on the Nexus 6 successor. A source in China, who revealed via Weibo that a local smartphone manufacturer might partner up with Google for the next Nexus smartphone, has shared more details on the matter and is saying that LG and a domestic brand are in the cards for upcoming Nexus gadgets. More →

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Apps & Software

February 27, 2015 at 2:11 PM

by Chris Smith

Galaxy S6 Software Features: Themes Center

There’s one new Galaxy S6 feature you don’t really need, but you’ll want it anyway

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 2:11 PM.

There’s one new Galaxy S6 feature you don’t really need, but you’ll want it anyway

Yes, almost everything about the Galaxy S6 has apparently leaked already, but there are still things that weren’t included in recent reports. One of them is a software feature that you don’t really need on the phone, but one that could turn out to be very helpful for people who want to make the Galaxy S6 their own without worrying too much about getting third-party customization tools. More →

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Wearables

February 27, 2015 at 12:55 PM

by Chris Smith

Apple Watch: All Versions, Colors and Sizes

Not sure which Apple Watch to buy? Here’s every single model Apple will make

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 12:55 PM.

Not sure which Apple Watch to buy? Here’s every single model Apple will make

When Apple unveiled its “one more thing” at the end of the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus media event, the company repeatedly spoke of the numerous ways the device can be customized. Apple Watch buyers will be able to choose a case type, size, strap model, digital watch face, apps and many other features

In total, Apple said there will be millions of different combinations — likely a valid claim when taking into account all the different things buyers can customize — but Business Insider points out there are just 22 versions of the Apple Watch to choose from. More →

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Mobile

February 27, 2015 at 9:55 AM

by Chris Smith

Major leak from Sprint gives us our clearest look yet at the Galaxy S6

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 9:55 AM.

Major leak from Sprint gives us our clearest look yet at the Galaxy S6

Samsung is about to announce two similar but distinct sixth-generation Galaxy S versions, including the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, but the devices have already been thoroughly leaked. Most details about the two handsets, including design, hardware and software features have seemingly been revealed in many reports, but the leaks are far from over.

In fact, Sprint just gave us the biggest Galaxy S6 leak so far. More →

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Mobile

February 27, 2015 at 9:05 AM

by Chris Smith

HTC One M9: Massive new leak offers videos, specs and so much more

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 9:05 AM.

HTC One M9: Massive new leak offers videos, specs and so much more

The HTC One M9 is one of the two most interesting Android smartphones about to be unveiled at MWC, but it’s hardly a well-kept secret. A wide variety of leaks have already revealed everything there is to know about the handset, including specs and software features, going as far as to ignite the spirits around the direction HTC has taken with the design of its third One flagship. More →

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Mobile

February 27, 2015 at 6:50 AM

by Chris Smith

Verizon Nexus 6 is all but confirmed for launch

By Chris Smith on February 27, 2015 at 6:50 AM.

Verizon Nexus 6 is all but confirmed for launch

Many reports have claimed that Verizon is preparing to launch the Nexus 6, and the carrier has all but confirmed that plans are in motion by releasing late on Thursday a promo video on YouTube called “Nexus 6 | Demo | Verizon Wireless.” That video is now private, but the cat is out of the bag, and an announcement is probably pending — Phandroid has learned even more details about the phablet’s launch. More →

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Security

February 26, 2015 at 10:45 PM

by Chris Smith

Massive SIM card hack might have been too sophisticated to be caught in time

By Chris Smith on February 26, 2015 at 10:45 PM.

Massive SIM card hack might have been too sophisticated to be caught in time

A new Snowden leak a few days ago revealed that the NSA and GCHQ conducted a complex hack operation that focused on obtaining the secure encryption keys that protect mobile communications in devices with SIM cards. A subsequent report revealed that the goal of spy agencies might have been a lot bigger, as they may have been hunting for other security keys that would let them deploy spyware on any mobile device with a SIM card inside, and users would have no idea that anything had happened. More →

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