Samsung Galaxy S 4 crushes iPhone 5, other leading phones in early performance tests
Samsung’s (005930) Galaxy S 4 might not offer much in the way of an exciting new exterior design, but inside, it’s a completely different story. …
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HTC president: We’re ‘pleased to see no innovation’ in Galaxy S 4 design
As HTC’s (2498) struggles continue, the company is seemingly getting to the point where anything goes. Executives at global smartphone companies often tiptoe around questions …
Samsung confirms smartwatch in development to take on unannounced Apple ‘iWatch’
It’s not every day an executive at a major public technology company will go on record and confirm an unannounced product, but Samsung’s (005930) mobile …
Another report points to fall launch for Retina iPad mini
A recent report claims Apple (AAPL) is prepping its second-generation iPad mini for launch ahead of the holidays this year. Following a report suggesting the …
Apple expected to double dividend to $16 billion, among highest in U.S. history
Apple (AAPL) shares are down more than 35% over the past six months, but Apple may be set to provide investors with one of the …
Former Apple exec: Apple is ‘losing the war of words’
Apple (AAPL) was once the strong, silent type. Former CEO Steve Jobs might have given rivals a jab or two during a press conference here …
BlackBerry CEO: Apple stood still and now the iPhone has fallen behind
The world got its first glimpse of Samsung’s new Galaxy S 4 last week, reigniting the Apple (AAPL) vs. Samsung (005930) argument as the two …
Galaxy S 4 said to help Samsung overtake Apple
Apple’s (AAPL) latest iPhone once again laid claim to the title of best-selling smartphone in the world last quarter. According to recent estimates, Apple sold …
Apple reportedly begins move away from Samsung as A7 production nears
Apple (AAPL) is reportedly hard at work finding ways to finally dump Samsung once and for all as the companies’ rivalry continues to escalate. According …
Xbox 360 racks up 26th consecutive month as top console
Does Microsoft (MSFT) even need to launch a new Xbox? Despite Nintendo’s (NTDOY) recent release of its next-generation home video game console, the Xbox 360 …
Tablets will generate more app revenue than smartphones within five years
Apps used on tablets like the iPad and various Android slates are expected to generate $8.8 billion in revenue in 2013, accounting for 35% of all app …
Who needs the iPhone 5S? $150 Chinese knockoff running Android now available [video]
The company behind the original “Goophone,” a Chinese iPhone 5 knockoff powered by Android, has beaten Apple (AAPL) to the punch by launching an updated …
Upcoming entry-level iPhone said to launch with 4-6 new color options
Following a number of conflicting reports, Apple’s (AAPL) upcoming entry-level iPhone is now said to include the same 4-inch Retina display as Apple’s current-generation iPhone …
Apple bull says Galaxy S 4 ‘NOT a game changer,’ will be dominated by iPhone 5S
Samsung’s (005930) Galaxy s 4 went from rumor to reality Thursday evening and the initial response was generally positive. In BGR’s hands-on Galaxy S 4 …
HTC president calls Samsung’s Galaxy S 4 event embarrassing
As anyone who was on hand at last year’s Galaxy S III unveiling expected, Samsung’s (005930) Galaxy S 4 press conference at Radio City Music …
Samsung prepping another high-end flagship phone for Q3 launch – but it doesn’t run Android
The dust hasn’t even settled from Samsung’s (005930) larger-than-life Galaxy S 4 debut, but the company is already talking about its future plans. Samsung’s EVP …
Microsoft Surface sales slide in well below expectations at under 1.5 million
Cumulative sales of Microsoft’s (MSFT) first two tablet models have failed to meet expectations, according to a new report. Citing multiple unnamed sources, Bloomberg on …
Samsung Galaxy S 4 preview: The king is dead, long live the king
The king of Android phones is dead, long live the king. Samsung (005930) has taken the smartphone market by storm over the past few years, …
Samsung announces the Galaxy S 4: Eight cores, 13 megapixels, one gorgeous HD display
Samsung (005930) on Thursday finally took the wraps off of its highly anticipated next-generation Galaxy S 4 smartphone. Following months of leaks culminating with a series …
We’ll be reporting live from Samsung’s Galaxy S IV unveiling tonight at 7:00PM!
The wait is almost over. Samsung (005930) is set to finally unveil its next-generation Galaxy S IV smartphone on Thursday evening and BGR will be …
BlackBerry Z10 sell-outs continue in new markets, but sales said to be slowing in Canada, U.K.
BlackBerry’s (BBRY) new flagship Z10 smartphone has seemingly been well-received in a number of markets, and the latest round of launches has been no different. …
Firm that called Apple’s spectacular slide says now it’s time to buy
While Wall Street continue to issue sky-high price targets in excess of $1,000 on Apple (AAPL) shares last year, BTIG’s Walter Piecyk saw the writing …
Leaked high-quality Galaxy S IV photos dispel any remaining mystery
With Samsung’s (005930) Galaxy S IV set to debut Thursday evening, the dam has finally broken. The slow trickle of leaked photos is now a river, …
Apple’s next-gen iPhones to usher in new manufacturing split
Apple (AAPL) has historically relied on one Eastern manufacturing giant to assemble its iPhone lineup, but the next generation of Apple handsets will reportedly see …
Samsung said to be locked into Android, no plans to stray with Tizen
There is little doubt that Samsung (005930) is exploring a world where it relies on Android far less than it does today. According to Hillside …
Wireless carriers stand to make a killing by tracking your every move
As wireless carriers continue to explore new revenue opportunities in an evolving market, services that rely on network-based location tracking are seen as a huge …
Andy Rubin steps down from role as Android boss at Google
Google (GOOG) CEO Larry page on Wednesday confirmed that Android boss Andy Rubin is leaving his current position at Google. “Having exceeded even the crazy …
Samsung keeps its impossible promise
It was Game 3 of the 1932 World Series and with two strikes in the top of the fifth inning, New York Yankees slugger Babe …
Microsoft’s next Xbox predicted to dominate next-gen consoles
Microsoft (MSFT) is the only major vendor that hasn’t yet announced any details surrounding its new console, but some industry watchers are already convinced that …
Google’s most exciting mobile service is coming to the iPhone before most Android phones
Google’s (GOOG) most exciting and innovative mobile service is currently only available on 15.5% of Android devices, but it will soon be accessible to nearly …
