A Galaxy S5 concept from Apple Conspiracy.
The Samsung Galaxy S5 will get its grand unveiling at a press event in London in mid-March — not at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona next month — according to a “reliable source.” The device is expected to debut Samsung’s new iris scanning security feature, as well as an improved design made from more premium materials.
Hello SMS, my favorite third-party SMS client and one of our picks for Best Apps of 2013, has gotten a new update that adds a number of new features and improvements based on user feedback. Highlights include an image sharing confirmation prompt, the ability to turn off invite reminders, and some user interface improvements.
Samsung’s Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for the Galaxy Note 3 made its debut a little earlier than expected today when it started appearing on handsets in Poland. The software is compatible with the Snapdragon-powered Galaxy Note 3 with the “SM-N9005” model number, and it’s being distributed via Samsung’s KIES application for Mac and PC.
A leaked engineering prototype of Normandy, Nokia’s first Android-powered smartphone, has been pictured out in the wild. Although it’s covered by a protective case, the design seems to lineup with the leaked press renders we’ve already seen for the budget smartphone.
The Nexus 5 launched back in November, 2013, and was available from T-Mobile just two weeks later for the upfront fee of $41.99 with 24 monthly payments of $17, making the phones overall cost $450. However, yesterday, the operator announced that it has now reduced the price of the handset down to $16.50 per month, with no upfront cost — so it will currently cost you $396 in total.
