Here's the reason why HTC One series not using Snapdragon 800 SoC

HTC has invited Hong Kong media to visit their flagship store in Hong Kon yesterday. Additionally, HTC has also told the story of HTC One series including the reason why the One series did not use Snapdragon 800 SoC despite only visiting the flagship store.



So the story start here:
According to HTC, the One series design concept is based on Premium Design to achieve Simple, Craft and Human user experience. As for Premium Design, HTC has decided to use metal for body construction as metal has a premium feeling.
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Ninetology U9Z1+ Review: Phablet To Smartphone

Before we call off the year of 2013, we would like to finish up our last review of 2013 and happily welcome 2014. And so, this is the Ninetology U9Z1+ review. The U9Z1+ is the successor of the U9Z1 that we have reviewed last few weeks in our YouTube channel.

The Z1+ can be said as Ninetology flagship device, but it is a mid-range phone according to its specs. Before that we want to thanks to Ninetology for sending us review unit for review purpose.
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HTC Desire 601 dual-SIM, Desire 501 dual-SIM and Desire 300 now available in Malaysia

HTC Malaysia has brought three new Desire line-up to Malaysian market - Desire 601 dual-SIM, Desire 501 dual-SIM and Desire 300.



The first is the HTC Desire 601 dual-SIM, which has the highest specs among the Desire line-up. The Desire 601 dual-SIM is priced at RM 1,099 and it is available in Stealth Black and Polar White.
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Ninetology U9X1 vs HTC One: Cheapo vs Legend

Phone had been a very important device in our live since Nokia brought the 3310. It started the popularity of text messages. But years after years, Apple brought out the original iPhone and it claims that the world first capacitive touch screen mobile device. Since then, many consumer scrolling around with their iPhone and made many manufacture had their jaw on the ground. Months later, other manufactures started to copy the technology and put in their flagship device. Until today, every manufacture had their own flagship device which brings out a question and that is "Can the entry level device compare side by side with the Flagship device ?" And today, we will give you the answer. This is the comparison between the HTC One and the Ninetology U9X1.

• Aluminium VS Plastic
• 4 Ultra-Pixel camera VS 13 mega-pixel camera

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HTC updates Butterfly S to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean with Sense 5.5 UI

HTC has rolled out the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update to the HTC Butterfly S yesterday, the update brings the Butterfly S to Sense 5.5 UI.



The update weighs 712 MB, so we recommend you to update it via Wi-Fi only to conserve your data usage. Just as the One family, the update brings a few improvements and features as below:
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HTC One Max gets gold painted treatment

The HTC One Max was first available in silver, while the black and red versions were released earlier this month. Just like the One, HTC has added a new colour for its phablet, which is gold colour and it is now available in Taiwan.



The phablet finished in gold-coloured aluminium, it is not 18 and 24 carat gold which found on the limited edition HTC One, so the pricing is similar as the other One Max.
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Sony rolls out Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update to Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR and Xperia Tablet Z

After Sony has rolled out the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update to Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra, the Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR and Xperia Tablet Z is also now available for update to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.



The update is almost same as the Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra Android 4.3 update, which bring the same features and improvements to the Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, Xperia ZR and Xperia Tablet Z as below:
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Motorola Moto G will arrive Malaysia on 10th of January

We already know that the Motorola Moto G will enter Malaysian market when it was announced. According to LowYat.Net, the Moto G is rumored to available in Malaysia on 10th of January.



Our market will only getting 16 GB version of the Moto G instead getting both 8 GB and 16 GB variants, it seems Motorola know that the 8 GB version won't be selling good in our market. As for the retail price, the Moto G is likely to staying very close to $199 US retail price, which means it won't cost you more than RM 700.
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Asus Transformer Pad TF701T Review: An Android-Powered "Laptop"

The Asus Transformer Pad series was known as Android-powered "laptop" as it has the hardware QWERTY keyboard included in the package. Just as usual, we want to thanks to Asus Malaysia for sending us the Transformer Pad TF701T review unit, note that the unit we review may different to the final product that sell in markets.

The Asus Transformer Pad TF701T is a huge update over its predecessor. It has the faster processor, higher resolution display, more RAM and better battery life.
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Nokia Lumia 525 now available in Malaysia for RM 499

The Nokia Lumia 525 is now available in retail stores for RM 499. It is the cheapest phone you can find for 1 GB of RAM and dual-core processor. The Lumia 525 is almost same as the Lumia 520 in terms of design and specifications, however it has more internal memory and RAM.



The Lumia 525 also comes with Lumia Black update which is the second Lumia device in our market to feature the latest update.
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Samsung Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3 will get Android 4.4 KitKat next month

French carrier SFR has released details on the Android 4.4 KitKat update for Galaxy S4 and Galaxy Note 3. According to them, both devices will be getting the update next month or early February next year.



As the update news is for carrier devices, you can expect that global roll out might coming earlier than it. So far Samsung hasn't revealed any news regarding the firmware update timeline to its devices.
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U Mobile launches 4G LTE network in Malaysia

Good news for U Mobile subscribers, U Mobile has just launched the 4G LTE network in Malaysia. However the coverage for the 4G LTE network still not widen in Malaysia, you can check the coverage area at here.



The U Mobile 4G LTE network is currently available in several areas within the Klang Valley namely Bandar Sunway, Subang Jaya, Buchong and Berjaya Times Square, as well as Taman Molek in Johor Bahru.
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Samsung Galaxy Core Advance

Samsung Galaxy Core Advance Specifications
Announced
2013, December
Status
Coming soon
RRP
TBA
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dimensions / Weight
133.3 x 70.5 x 9.7 mm / 145 g


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Samsung Galaxy Core gets Advance upgrade version

Samsung has announced an advance version of Galaxy Core. The Samsung Galaxy Core Advance has a similar design as previous Galaxy Core series but comes with better specs.

Rocking the device is a 4.7" WVGA TFT display, 1.2 GHz dual-core processor with 1 GB of RAM and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. It has 8 GB  internal storage with expandable microSD card slot.
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LG announces GX in Korean, a refreshed version of Optimus G Pro

LG has announced a refreshed version of Optimus G Pro, the LG GX. The LG GX has the same specs as the Optimus G Pro but it comes with improved UX interface with new features.



The LG GX has a 5.5" Full HD IPS display, powering the device is the Snapdragon 600 processor. The GX sports 2 GB of RAM, 32 GB expandable storage, 13 MP camera and 3,140 mAh battery.
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Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update now available to Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra

After HTC has rolled out the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update to the One mini, Sony has also rolled out the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update to the Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z Ultra just as promised.



The update brings several improvements and new features as below:
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HTC seeding Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update with Sense 5.5 UI to One mini

HTC is now seeding the Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update to the One mini. The update brings Sense 5.5 UI and several improvements.



The update weighs 630 MB, the update allow users create custom feeds in BlinkFeed from new sources, as well as the option to disable BlinkFeed in home screen.
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Asus Padfone mini

Asus Padfone mini Specifications
Announced
2013, December
Status
Coming soon
RRP
TBA
SIM
Dual-SIM (Micro-SIM)
Dimensions / Weight
129.3 x 65.6 x 8.7 mm / 105 g
199.9 x 119.5 x 11.8-17.7 mm / 310 g (Padfone station)


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Asus Padfone mini goes official with dual-SIM capability

The rumors are over, Asus has made the Padfone mini official. Just as its bigger brother, the Padfone mini is a combination of smartphone and tablet.



The Asus Padfone mini is a 4.3" mid-ranger, it has a smaller display with qHD resolution (256 ppi) and Super IPS unit. It is powered by 1.4 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 chipset with 1 GB of RAM.
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Nokia is working on low-cost Android device - Normandy

According to The Verge, a mysterious Nokia Normandy reportedly to be an Android device. The Nokia Normandy previously is said to be developed as an equivalent to the low-cost Nokia Asha range.



The Nokia Normandy will run on modified Android version, just like the Amazon Kindle Fire range. The OS will allow the handset to run on Android apps.
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Google adds new colour for Nexus 7 and Google Play Edition devices - Sony Xperia Z Ultra and LG G Pad 8.3

Google has added new Google Play Edition devices to its store, the first one is the giant Sony Xperia Z Ultra with the 6.44" Full HD Triluminos display.



Nothing change from the original Xperia Z Ultra but the user interface, it has the same Snapdragon 800 SoC inside with 2 GB of RAM, 8 MP camera, 16 GB internal storage, microSD card slot, 3,050 mAh battery and the 6.5 mm slim IP58 certified body. The Xperia Z Ultra GPE runs on Android 4.4 KitKat with stock Android UI.
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Huawei Ascend P7 specs leak in internal document

Huawei is working on a new Android smartphone - the Ascend P7. The Ascend P7, codenamed "Sophia" will be new Huawei's flagship device, it is going to be the major update over the Ascend P6.



The Ascend P7 will be having 5" Full HD TFT display, it will be powered by 1.6 GHz quad-core HiSilicon Balong 910 chipset with 2 GB of RAM.
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Google now seeding Android 4.4.2 to Nexus devices

Google has now started rolling out Android 4.4.2 update for the Nexus devices. The latest update does bring some improvements and bug fixes.



Here are the changes that the update has made:
-Fix for clearing the VM Indicator
-Fix for delivery of the VM Indicator
-Various additional software fixes
-Security enhancements
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Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 410, an entry-level 64-bit processor

Qualcomm  has announced the high-end Snapdragon 805 processor last month, and it's time to introduce their very first 64-bit processor - the Snapdragon 410. Although the Snapdragon 410 is a 64-bit SoC, but it is not a high-end powerhouse, it is designed for entry-level devices.



The Snapdragon 410 integrates with 4G LTE and 3G cellular connectivity for all major modes and frequency bands across the globe and include support for Dual and Triple SIM. The chipset also comes with Adreno 306 GPU which is faster than the Adreno 305 GPU.
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Samsung to update the entry-level smartphones to KitKat

We already know that Samsung will update its high-end devices to Android KitKat. Samsung not only plan to update the high-end devices, the manufacturer is also considering to bring the KitKat update to its entry-level smartphones.



A leaked document shows that Samsung is investigating the Galaxy S4 mini, Galaxy S III mini, Galaxy Ace 3, Galaxy S Advance, Galaxy Ace 2, Galaxy Core, Galaxy Fame and Galaxy Fresh to see whether they are capable of running KitKat smoothly.
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Asus holds an event on 11st of December for the Padfone mini

It seems that Asus has decided to enter the "mini" phone war, Asus has hold an even on 11st of December in Taiwan for new device announcement.



From the press invite above, you can see that the press event is for the Padfone mini official announcement. The Padfone mini is said to feature a 4.3" display with qHD resolution (540 x 960 pixels), and the dock station will be having 7" display with resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels.
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HTC M8 specs leak through AnTuTu benchmark

The HTC M8 is said to be the successor of the One, according to some sources, the M8 will make its own debut on next year February. Today there are a few screenshots of the AnTuTu benchmark showing that the specs of the upcoming M8.

According to the AnTuTu benchmark test, the M8 will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8974AB processor with quad-core CPU and Adreno 330 GPU. The MSM8974AB is upgraded Snapdragon 800 processor, which means it is faster than current Snapdragon 800 that found in some flagships.

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Apple iPad mini with Retina Display pricing revealed, available at Apple Online Store

The Apple iPad Air was available yesterday and today the pricing of the iPad mini with Retina Display gets revealed, the iPad mini with Retina Display is now available at Apple Online Store from RM 1,279.



Below are the pricing of the iPad mini with Retina Display in different configuration:
Wi-Fi Only
16 GB   : RM 1,279
32 GB   : RM 1,599
64 GB   : RM 1,929
128 GB : RM 2,249
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Asus Fonepad 7 (8 GB variant) available in Malaysia starts from tomorrow

Few months ago, the 16 GB variant of Asus Fonepad 7 was available in Malaysia for RM 999. And now Asus Malaysia has finally bring the 8 GB variant of Fonepad 7 to Malaysian market.

The 8 GB variant of the Fonepad 7 is priced at RM 749 and the consumers will be able to purchase it on upcoming KL PIKOM PC Fair from tomorrow onwards.

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Apple iPad Air now available in Malaysia starts from RM 1,599

After a long wait the next generation Apple iPad finally arrived Malaysian market. The Apple iPad Air pricing starts from RM 1,599 for the lowest configuration in its class.



Below are the pricing of the Apple iPad Air:
Wi-Fi
16 GB  : RM 1,599
32 GB  : RM 1,929
64 GB  : RM 2,249
128 GB: RM 2,579
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LG G Flex will be available outside the Korean market

The LG G Flex was known as curved display smartphone and it was announced in October. However the G Flex is currently exclusive for Korean market only. Here's a good news for you, the LG G Flex will be available outside the Korean market.

It's a great news that LG has decided to roll out the G Flex in global markets. The LG G Flex will be available for pre-order in Singapore starting from 8th of December. While the device will go on sale in Hong Kong starting from 13rd of December and will be available through major carriers and leading electronics retailers.

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Samsung will announce the Galaxy Grand Lite on next year MWC

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Grand 2 recently, but after few months later there will be a Galaxy Grand Lite.



The Galaxy Grand Lite will feature a 5" WVGA display, 1.2 GHz quad-core processor, 1 GB of RAM, 8 GB expandable storage and a 2,100 mAh battery.
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HTC One Max spots in red version

The HTC One Max is currently available in Malaysia for RM 2,499 and it is only available in silver version. Today, the Taiwanese mobile operator has unveiled that the red version HTC One Max is coming soon.



As you can see, the red HTC One Max looks pretty same as the original One Max, despite it has all red look including the frame of the phablet. It is different from what you see in the One but similar to the One mini.
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Newkia to replace Nokia to make Android Phone?

In the acquisition agreement between Nokia and Microsoft, there was from Singapore, a senior Nokia employee stated that he is about to start a new company, Newkia. He believed that Nokia chose not to create Nokia Android phone is a mistake, and he will instead produce belonging to Nokia, The Newkia to produce Android phone:

In a statement released Wednesday, said Newkia, Karjalainen become shareholders of a corporation and a founding partner. Singkir President Thomas Zilliacus believes that, Karjalainen is the most accomplished move in Asia over the past 15 years, industry officials. He said: "under the leadership of Urpo, Asia became Nokia's largest and most profitable market. ”

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