Android news Jun 21, 2015

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oid keyboard apps to downloadWhen it comes to movies, the first in a series is almost always the best. The same also applies to Android, which had customizable, third-party keyboards long before Apple ever dreamed of adding this feature to iOS 8.Over the years, developers have knocked out so... -techradar


A new S6 Edge Plus rendering leaks onto the web


in Galaxy S6 Plus rumours we have a new rendering released by reliable tipster @OnLeaks. It looks like the super-sized S6 Edge Plus isn't going to stray too far from Samsung's usual design principles.The tweeted image also carries dimension details: 154.45mm x 75.80mm x 6.85mm, which poin... -techradar


The smartphone that could last a week thanks to a 10,000mAh battery


trade in a bit of your smartphone's lightness and thinness in return for some extra battery life? Oukitel thinks you will if prototype images spotted on the web are anything to go by.The Chinese manufacturer is said to be working on a phone that sports a whopping 10,000mAh battery. The indicatio... -techradar


Keitai: How to transfer SIM contacts to Google on Android


ansfer SIM contacts to GooglePhone contacts can be a tricky beast to master, but one of the best ways to keep all your buddies in check is have everyone's numbers saved to the cloud.This week in Keitai we show you how to move your contacts to the cloud, Winston gets rebuilt...again, a zombie apocalypse takes over a phone netw... -techradar


Versus: Samsung Galaxy S6 vs Samsung Galaxy Note 4


ion and key featuresThe Samsung Galaxy S6 is undoubtedly the best phone in the S range, but the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 represents the best of a premium line that runs parallel to it.Released at a different time of the year, and marketed to a slightly different "power" user crowd, the Galaxy Not... -techradar


Nokia phones are making a comeback ... sort of


the late '90s called, they want their phones back.Nokia has decided to toss its hat back into the phone making ring as soon as its contract with Microsoft allows some leeway in 2016. In an interview with German publication Manager Magazin, Nokia chief executive Rajeev Suri confirmed that Nokia will return to designing and licensing it... -techradar


Android M release date: when can I get it?


amsung and HTCAndroid M is official and it's set to bring a bevy of improvements to all manner of Google-powered phones.Battery life improvements, greater app permission controls, standardised support for fingerprint scanners, more granular volume controls, USB-C support and new Google Now features are all part of a mix that makes this an... -techradar


In Depth: The 9 best and worst moments of Stephen Elop


op, the man responsible for Nokia's Lumia devices at Microsoft and the Finnish firm's former CEO, is leaving Microsoft. Elop didn't elope, though. He and Microsoft boss Satya Nadella "have agreed that now is the right time for him to retire from Microsoft," Nadella says. It's part of a wider restructuring within Microsoft, and ... -techradar

Android news Jun 17, 2015

TechRadar Deals: Best 3 mobile deals in June 2015: Three's best deals on the best phones


dealsThree mobile has for a long time been well known in the UK for offering good deals.In the early days, the network was blighted by poor reception in many areas but these days 3 mobile doesn't have any such issues.The network once had prices so low you could get a better deal on this network fo... -techradar

Android news Jun 16, 2015

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flagship phone overhaul was a big hit with consumers, as the Android manufacturer switched to premium glass and metal materials for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge models. However, in revamping its design language, Samsung also removed a few key features from the Galaxy S5, like waterproofing, a r... -techradar


Leaked Galaxy A8 could be Samsung's slimmest smartphone ever


hearing rumblings of new Galaxy A mid-rangers from Samsung for a while and we may have just got our first look at one of them.Photos supposedly showing the Samsung Galaxy A8 have been leaked by Nowhereelse.fr and they certainly look convincing, showing a handset which app... -techradar

Android news Jun 14, 2015

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s to be a lot of evidence that Samsung is planning a super-sized version of the S6 Edge - not least the pictures that leaked a couple of weeks ago - and now we have a few more hints to go on.First up are reports from Galaxy Club in the Netherlands that Samsung has trademarked the S6 Note n... -techradar

Android news Jun 13, 2015

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fone dealsVodafone is one of the biggest networks in the world and one of the most powerful brands in the UK.For a long time the deals that Vodafone had on offer were really quite expensive - the network traded on its brand and it ended up losing customers to cheaper networks like Three.These days though, Vodafone deals are often ... -techradar


TechRadar Deals: Best O2 phone deals in June 2015


hone dealsO2 has been one of the best networks in the UK for some time, and it's the only network that's renound for its extra give-aways.If you switch to O2 though, you obviously want to be sure you're getting the best deals that O2 has to offer, and that's where this page comes in!We've rounded up all of the best O2 phone deals on the best... -techradar

Android news Jun 12, 2015

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hone dealsEE is the fastest 4G network and for that reason many people want to switch to it.But you want to make sure you're getting the best deal when you do, right. So we've rounded up all of the best EE phone deals currently available, both direct from EE itself or from resellers who'll subsidise the prices for you.Here are the best EE... -techradar


Keitai: How to take a screenshot on your smartphone


ke a screenshot on your smartphoneKeitai is back - and this week's instalment sees us telling you how to take a screenshot on your phone, tablet or even smartwatch. Sounds obvious - but so many people actually go to do it and realise they're not ENTIRELY sure how to do it.Also a bad man steals some flowers and ... -techradar

Android news Jun 11, 2015

Every home internet router needs this super simple app


our SSID. Keeping track of devices connected to your network. Turning off those annoying blinking lights. To some, tasks like these can be daunting as our routers aren't exactly the most user-friendly.Vodafone is looking to change that though with its new Connect router, launched yesterday alongside its new bro... -techradar

Android, Windows Phone news May 26, 2015

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ow the S in Samsung's Galaxy S series stands for "Super Smart"? Pretty cheesy isn't it? But Samsung really does believe the brand supplies the best of the best in its Galaxy S series.The Samsung Galaxy S6 and the Galaxy S6 Edge released at the start of 2015 proved to be t... -techradar


Two months after launching on iOS, Periscope hits Android


ttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.periscope.android">Periscope, the live streaming app from Twitter, has been an iOS exclusive since its launch in January but now it's made the jump over to Android as well.This new app includes a new notification control system some are reporting is an improvement, as well as a new &q... -techradar


Google may launch two new Nexus phones this year, but no Nexus tablet?


good news and bad news from the Nexus camp. The good news is that not one but two new phones might be on the way, catering to fans of both big and small screens.According to a 'reliable' source speaking to Android Police we'll see both LG and Huawei Nexus handsets this year. One is curre... -techradar


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Cortana is coming to Android and iOS


has just announced that Cortana will be spreading her fingers to more pies by jumping to Android and iOS devices.Currently Microsoft's Halo based virtual assistant is exclusive to Windows Phone - this marks the first time any of the key virtual assistant programs have adapted onto other another OS.Dedicated apps ... -techradar

Android news May 24, 2015

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uy a new phone, how long is it going to be able to run the latest software for? It's that kind of buyer anxiety that Google is hoping to do away with, according to the latest rumour reported by Android Police.Sources speaking to the site say Android M Nexus devices will be guaranteed to get upda... -techradar


How Windows 10 will change smartphones forever


ion and redefining the phonePhones have had a renaissance over the past half-decade. Gone is the idea that they are used simply for calls and texting, replaced by an all-capable device that can run apps, surf the internet, video call and more.Led by the iPhone in 2007, touchscreen technology and software improvem... -techradar

Android news May 23, 2015

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r smartphone more secure Another seven days has passed and that can only mean one thing - it's time for the next instalment of Keitai (formerly 7 days in phones)! This week we teach you how to secure your smartphone, Winston gets a text and Mel B (a.k.a Scary Spice) ends up in jail.Catch up on Keitai (formerly 7 days i... -techradar


StubHub's new app is an entertainment planner, not just a ticket system


keting marketplace StubHub has just given its mobile app a big overhaul to bring more personal new features and a better user interface to smartphones and tablet.StubHub wants to reduce the time you spend browsing listings by bringing relevant events to you, based on preferences and events you've been to in the past — if your ... -techradar


In Depth: Motorola Razr V3: the greatest phone of all time


Razr V3: the greatest phone of all timeMotorola was there at the beginning, introducing the world's first mobile phone - the Motorola 8000x - back in 1983. A symbol of new communication and fast-paced modern business, the 8000x became somewhat of a status symbol, with an eye-watering price of £3,000.Motorola's hig... -techradar


Moto X 2015 may add microSD support, brighter selfies


to comments made on Google+ by Verizon device test engineer Jose Arturo, some unnamed Motorola devices may be getting microSD support and front-facing LED flash. Since the Moto E and Moto G already feature a microSD slot, speculation points to the Moto X as the main device receiving the rumored upgrade. With m... -techradar

Android news May 21, 2015

OnePlus 2 tipped to match HTC One M9 for power


f="http://www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-communications/mobile-phones/oneplus-two-what-we-want-to-see-1288582">OnePlus 2 will arrive sometime this year, but while we wait for the Chinese firm to confirm an official launch, details about the handset are steadily leaking out.The latest information was spott... -techradar


In Depth: The hidden battle inside your smartphone


he futureWhen you buy a phone, you might buy it for the design. You might buy it for the camera. You might even buy it because it says "Samsung" on the front. However, there's a whole world of tech innovation going on underneath those battery covers that rarely gets the spotlight.Every year chipset manufacturers like Qualc... -techradar


Google debuts Skrillex-designed Nexus, Samsung 'live cases'



introduced smart cases for Nexus and Samsung smartphones, and the first three limited-edition "live cases" are designed by... Skrillex.If you think the idea of an eccentric Grammy Award-winning music producer making Android phone cases is almost literally out of this world... -techradar


WWDC 2015: What to expect at Apple's iOS and OS X keynote


, Apple Watch and Apple TVA little more worldly and a little bit wider, Apple is bound to start off its Worldwide Developer Conference keynote touting inroads into China (worldly) and sales of the Apple Watch, a new product category (wider).At least, that's what we expect from minute one of WWDC 2015, which officially st... -techradar

Android news May 20, 2015

In Depth: Why 2015 is the year mobile payments could finally take off


enges facing mobile paymentsWith Apple Pay, Android Pay, Samsung Pay and various other initiatives launched in the last 12 months, there's plenty of buzz around mobile payments – yet walking into a shop and paying for groceries with a swipe of your smartphone still seems a long way off.... -techradar


Oppo R7 and R7 Plus launched to rival Samsung and Apple


nnounced two new additions to its smartphone family; the Oppo R7 and Oppo R7 Plus at a 10 year anniversary event being held in Beijing.The Oppo R7 features a brushed metal design and 5-inch 1080p display, whilst under the hood is 3GB of RAM with an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor clocked at 1.5GHz.There's a... -techradar


New Android Wear update to awaken the Wi-Fi on your wrist


Android Wear update, Android Wear 5.1.1, has started to roll out on select smartwatches today, bringing with it a range of significant and exciting features.Chief among the newly-added features, is one that activates dormant Wi-Fi capabilities in certain smartwatches – this will let your smar... -techradar

Android, Tizen news May 19, 2015

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In Depth: How good are Windows Phone apps in 2015?


/h3>It's a common refrain: Windows Phone just doesn't have the apps to challenge iOS and Android. But how true is the cliché? Microsoft is overhauling its mobile OS and the incorporation of the Lumia brand shows a new focus on getting the hardware right, so this is a good moment to c... -techradar


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Russia's making its own mobile OS to boot out Apple and Google


't happy about Apple and Google's domination of the smartphone marketplace, and might be about to build its own operating system in response.Russian Communications Minister Nikolai Nikiforov is said by local news organisation RBC to be in talks with Finnish company Jolla about creating an "independent" ope... -techradar

Android, Windows Phone news May 18, 2015

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In Depth: 10 brilliant WhatsApp tips and tricks


WhatsApp WizardWhatsApp just keeps on growing, adding new features and users all the time. The prospect of sending texts and making calls for free has tempted a whopping 800 million people onto the Facebook-owned app at last count. If you're one of them, chances are there are a few elements of the app that still seem ... -techradar


Huawei said to be working on a Mate 8-style Nexus and its own OS


hearing for a few months now that Chinese manufacturer Huawei is in line to build a Nexus smartphone for Google, and the latest word on the street is that it's based on a Mate 8 prototype.The Mate 8 is an as-yet-unreleased 5.7-inch flagship device but the Mate 7 gives you some idea of what to exp... -techradar


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Snapchat is coming to Windows Phone, but don't hold your breath


al Snapchat support account on Twitter has heavily hinted that the extremely popular messaging app will be making its way to Windows Phone.One of the biggest gripes levelled at Microsoft's mobile operating system is the lack of some of the most popular apps, but now it looks like it could be gett... -techradar

Android, Windows Phone news May 17, 2015

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How Continuum will work on your next Windows 10 for Phones handset


ion and interfacesFor years, Microsoft has put the Windows name on phones because it's a familiar brand, but with Windows 10, it's also the name of the operating system you get on the phone. Most of the time it doesn't look like Windows 10, because the int... -techradar


Keitai: 5 top tips to get more smartphone battery


cks, unicorns and fripperyWelcome to the relaunched of 7 days in phones as Keitai (the Japanese for phone culture) - where instead of telling you what's already happened, we'll be bringing you weekly tips to get the most out of your phone as well as trawling the archives of phone-related nonsense and checking in with our favourite cyb... -techradar


Windows Phone

Microsoft to bypass operators with Windows 10 Mobile updates


r mobile OS updates to reach your shiny handset is one of the most frustrating (first world) problems there is, so it's encouraging to hear that Microsoft is planning to take matters out of the hands of operators and manage Windows 10 Mobile updates itself.That means new versions should arriv... -techradar

Windows Phone news May 15, 2015

Yes, LG really did make a budget Windows Phone device


one welcomed a new member to the family today with LG's first Windows handset in five years, the Lancet. And yes, it looks exactly like the leaks. The LG Lancet, available at Verizon in the US, makes no qualms about being a budget device. It runs Windows 8.1, not surprising since Windows 10 Mobile isn't widely available yet. Cortana com... -techradar


In Depth: Windows 10 Mobile beta gets its 'Xbox On' in new update


ttp://www.techradar.com/news/software/operating-systems/windows-phone-9-nine-things-we-want-to-see-1092322">Windows 10 Mobile preview is saying "Xbox On" in the latest update for its phones and tablets software.Microsoft's operating system beta lets Xbox Live gamers dive into ... -techradar

Android news May 14, 2015

In Depth: iPhone 7 Plus: What we want to see


Plus - what we want to seeWhile the iPhone 7 is likely to be Apple's best-selling smartphone this year, there's sure to be strong demand for the iPhone 7 Plus too.Apple's only recently made its first foray into phablets and the iPhone 6 Plus made for a seriously impressive first stab... that said, there's cert... -techradar


IN DEPTH: These are the 10 smartphone features you can't live without


t these 10 features in every phone?Software often takes a backseat to exciting new hardware, but the outside of a phone only tells one side of the smartphone story.It's also the features inside that can make or break a device. As iOS and Android continue to evolve, we see software an... -techradar

Android news May 13, 2015

Is Samsung's Galaxy S5 better than the S6? Some think so


to like about the Samsung Galaxy S6? It's got an amazing screen, a brilliant camera, speedy software and a neat design - it's "the best Android phone you can buy right now" according to our recent review.But hold on just a moment - there are those who rate last year's Samsung Galaxy S5 more highly. The industry w... -techradar


Dual-screen Yotaphone 2 now does more, comes in white and is cheaper


f="http://www.techradar.com/reviews/phones/mobile-phones/yotaphone-2-1228308/review">Yotaphone 2 isn't your average smartphone. It sports not one, but two displays with a normal 5-inch offering on the front and an always-on, 4.7-inch touchscreen E-Ink screen on the rear. And now it's even m... -techradar


Waterproof Samsung Galaxy S6 Active leaks... in a good way


re interest in the Samsung Galaxy S6 Active now than ever thanks to a lack of certain features in the non-waterproof Galaxy S6 (above).The back of the S6 Active looks to be more rugged, and with that comes an almost certainly sealed, waterproof design. It also moves the S6 sp... -techradar

Android news May 12, 2015

How to get your Moto 360 working with an iPhone - without a jailbreak


href="http://www.techradar.com/news/wearables/is-android-wear-about-to-support-ios--1286997">mounting evidence that Google wants to get Android Wear working with iOS, but it's likely that Apple will have something to say about that - and in any case the two operating systems don't play nice j... -techradar


How to extend your phone, tablet or laptop battery life on the move


ion and battery packsMaking sure you have enough power for your gadgets when you are on the move is a constant headache. As the number of devices we all carry has expanded, so has our consumption of power. Britons alone throw away 600 million batteries every year, but batteries are no longer the... -techradar


Updated: Google's new Nexus might come with a smaller sibling


date: Rumours of a second Nexus phone have also leaked out suggesting a smaller 5.2-inch handset made by LG will be revealed at a similar time to the larger handset.The news comes from Android Police's Artem Russakovskii, who has a good history of getting this kind of thing right, but he does note things cha... -techradar