Mobile
Google Pixel Phones Gain Ground in U.S. Market, Defying Industry Trends
March 21, 2024 – Despite facing stiff competition from tech giants like Apple and Samsung, Google’s Pixel phones have been steadily gaining ground in the U.S. smartphone market, according to the latest report. IDC’s recent data reveals that Pixel phones captured a 4.6% share of the U.S. market in 2023, marking a significant jump from…
Samsung Hits Pause on Latest LockStar Update Due to Push Issues
March 21, 2024 – Samsung has recently announced a temporary halt to the rollout of its latest LockStar Good Lock module update, version 6.1.00.4, which was originally released in February this year. According to a post by a community moderator on the Samsung forums, the decision to suspend the update was due to issues with…
Samsung Rumored to Equip Galaxy Z Flip6 with In-House Exynos Chipset
March 21, 2024 – Recent tweets from reputed sources @Tech_Reve and @OreXda have sparked speculation regarding the chipset to be used in Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Flip6 phone. According to these tweets, the South Korean tech giant is rumored to equip the Galaxy Z Flip6 with its in-house Exynos chipset, a move that would mark…
Apple to Introduce Scratch-Resistant AR Layer on iPhone 17 Series
March 20, 2024 – Since the release of iPhone 12, Apple has been utilizing Ceramic Shield glass, a material that significantly enhances the durability and shatter-resistance of the device’s screen, making it less prone to damage from accidental drops. However, while Ceramic Shield glass excels at preventing shattering, it remains susceptible to scratches, a common…
Apple Stands Firm with 128GB Base Storage for iPhone 15 Despite Android’s 512GB Offerings
March 19, 2024 – Despite the widespread availability of 512GB storage options in the Android market, Apple has stood firm with its decision to offer the iPhone 15 with a base storage capacity of 128GB. The tech giant appears unfazed by criticisms regarding the adequacy of this storage option in today’s data-heavy usage scenarios. In…
Apple to Rename ‘Apple ID’ to ‘Apple Account’ Later This Year: Mark Gurman Confirms
March 18, 2024 – Renowned tech journalist Mark Gurman has confirmed that Apple is planning to rename its long-standing “Apple ID” to “Apple Account” later this year. This news comes shortly after initial reports from MacRumors hinted at the possible renaming. With a comprehensive rebranding effort later in the year, the term “Apple ID,” which…
Samsung and SK Hynix Lead the Way in Mass Producing LPDDR6 Memory
March 15, 2024 – In a recent development, media reports have indicated that Samsung and SK Hynix are poised to be the first to mass-produce LPDDR6 memory. Both companies are eager to secure LPDDR6 RAM certification, and industry insiders suggest that once they receive approval from JEDEC, they will promptly proceed with the mass production…
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 to Pioneer LPDDR6 Support, While Apple Sticks with LPDDR5T
March 14, 2024 – According to a recent report from South Korean media outlet ajunews, Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 is set to become the industry’s first flagship chipset to support LPDDR6 memory. Meanwhile, Apple’s A18 Pro chip, expected to be released this year, will adopt the LPDDR5T specification. The report highlights that the…
Samsung Announces Upcoming One UI 6.1 Update Based on Android 14 for Select Galaxy Devices
March 14, 2024 – Samsung has recently announced in a press release that it will commence rolling out the One UI 6.1 system update based on Android 14 to eligible Galaxy devices starting from late March 2024. According to the press release, the following Galaxy smartphones and tablets will be among the first to receive…
Apple Begins Local Assembly of iPhone 15 in Brazil: Report
March 13, 2024 – According to a recent report by Brazilian blog MacMagazine, it appears that Apple has started assembling the iPhone 15 model in Brazil, based on changes observed on the company’s official website. The publication visited the Brazilian Apple Store and noticed that the part number for the iPhone 15 ends in “BR/A”…