LG unveils leather-clad G4 with monster 16-megapixel camera
LG's G4 is finally here. After weeks of online teases and leaks, the Korean electronics company officially unveiled its new flagship Android phone on the top of 1 World Trade Center in New York City. As expected, the G4 is indeed a smartphone powerhouse that boasts significant improvements over…
Acer's Liquid X2 smartphone is another globetrotter's dream
Sure, you probably don't need a smartphone with a massive 4,000mAh battery and a trio of SIM card slots, but thanks to Acer, your author can't stop thinking about one. Acer's so-called Liquid X2 is clearly well-equipped to play globetrotter, but (just like the Predator tablet) the company's…
LG G4 has Quad HD display and leather back, LG confirms
LG just can't wait to tell you about its upcoming flagship phone. Scheduled for arrival on April 28, the LG G4 has seen plenty of official details spill out over the last few weeks. On Thursday, LG added another, formally confirming that the G4 will feature a "vegetable-tanned leather cover." A…
This clever accessory could cure anxiety over the Apple Watch’s battery life
If you’re worried about the battery life on your new Apple Watch, then you may like the Wipowerband, a clever accessory that works like a power-extending case for your smartphone. Made from plastic polymer with a silicone covering for comfort, the Wipowerband wraps around the back of the Apple…
LG G4: What we know about specs, pricing, and the release date
LG has something new up its sleeve for the G4 smartphone and the South Korean company is alluding to greatness. The device will be revealed at events on April 28 and April 29 (due to time zones) in six cities: New York, London, Paris, Seoul, Singapore and Istanbul. With an invitation that coyly…
Here's how Amazon will convert your place into a smart home
For Amazon, a "smart home" scenario isn't a question of if — but rather, when. The tech giant announced hardware and a cloud-based service on Tuesday, both of which support web-enabled devices in the home. The physical device, called the Dash button, will be available on Wednesday across the U.S.…
Apple rumor mill: 3 iPhones could launch this year
It's not unusual for Apple to debut two versions of the iPhone each year, but this year, we could see the launch of three. According to DigiTimes, which has a mixed track record for reporting rumors, the company is planning to release an additional model of its next-generation iPhone later this…
HTC says the One M9+ will be ‘More than One’ in April 8 invite teaser post
Before HTC revealed the gorgeous One M9 flagship at Mobile World Congress, there were scores of rumors that the company would launch another phablet-sized version of its flagship phone. Although we’ve yet to see the One M9+, many believe that it’s still coming, and soon. In mid-March, noted leaker…
Microsoft cooks up way to run Windows 10 on Android devices
Microsoft has crafted its own technology that can transform Android phones into Windows 10 devices. While announcing the summer launch of Windows 10, Microsoft also revealed on Tuesday an agreement with Chinese mobile device maker Xiaomi. Under the plan, some owners of the Xiaomi Mi 4, an Android…
HTC's 'Uh Oh' program will replace your busted One M9 once for free
HTC's two-toned M9 hasn't landed in the US yet, but the company's already champing at the bit to give you more reasons to buy one. Just as earlier reports suggested, HTC is fleshing out its Advantage program with a little something called "Uh Oh Protection," and it's a little more impressive than…