Gionee Elife E7 price, specs, release for India

  Many of our readers in India are likely to have been waiting for the official launch of the Gionee Elife E7 smartphone. The launch has just taken place and we have details of the Gionee Elife E7 price, specs and release for India.Following the success of the Gionee Elife E6 in India, the Elife E7 Android flagship has now been unveiled. The Elife E6 release for India will take place in January next year, and the phablet has plenty of specs and features that should make it attractive to potential buyers.There will be two variants of the phone, a 3G model and also a 4G-enabled model (Elife E7L). The former is powered by a 2.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core processor, while the latter packs a 2.5GHz Snapdragon 800 quad-core processor.It’s offered with 16 or 32GB of internal storage with the 16GB option having 2GB of RAM or the 32GB version having 3GB of RAM. Other specs include a 5.5-inch 1080p display with 400 ppi, protected with Gorilla Glass 3 and featuring a 2.3mm bezel.Further specs include Adreno 330 graphics, a whopping 16-megapixel rear camera along with an 8-megapixel front-facing camera and a 2500 mAh battery. The Elife E7 runs the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean operating system skinned with the Amigo 2.0 user interface.The Gionee Elife E7 price is 2,699 Yuan for the 16GB model, which equates to around Rs. 27,600. The 32GB model is priced at 3,199 Yuan, around Rs. 32,800. Although the phone will release in India in January, it will be available from next month in some other regions.This phone is likely to generate plenty of interest and we’ll be keeping readers informed about its official release in India. What are your initial impressions about the Gionee Elife E7 specs and pricing? Will you be waiting for January to get your hands on this new Gionee smartphone?Source: BGR via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/26/gionee-elife-e7-price-specs-release-for-india/

Galaxy S3 Android 4.3 US release despite UK problems

  If you are the owner of a certain Samsung smartphone and have recently installed a new system update to your device you will be aware of the many bugs it contains, but now the Samsung Galaxy S3 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update US release continues despite the UK problems.Soon after the software was released reports started to come in of many issues affecting those unfortunate enough to have installed it. Eventually Samsung pulled the update for the international version of the device along with some carrier versions.We also saw some news surrounding the same update for the Galaxy S4 with carriers stating it had been pulled by Samsung, but now the Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S3 is continuing in the US as we first heard of T-Mobile pushing out the new firmware.Since then both AT&T and Sprint have released the software for the smartphone but it seems as if there is still problems affecting some users. We have had reports from one AT&T customer that is complaining of problems with the Wi-Fi connection of his device, and wishes that the software was never downloaded.US Cellular has also started the process of updating the Galaxy S3 to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, but it makes you wonder why so many users in other regions have been affected by the serious problems that have hit the firmware. This has included the unlocked version of the device which has not been altered by any carrier bloatware being added to the operating system.Many that have been hit with the problems now have an almost unusable smartphone with issues such as serious lag, poor battery life, phone completely freezing, poor Wi-Fi connections, and being unable to answer calls.The device is eventually set to be upgraded to Android 4.4 KitKat but the way this new update is going this could be a while yet. If you are in the US and have successfully downloaded the new operating system let us know how the Galaxy S3 is performing for you with Android 4.3 on board.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/23/galaxy-s3-android-4-3-us-release-despite-uk-problems/

GTA San Andreas mobile app release shock happiness

  If you love Rockstar games, especially Grand Theft Auto ones, then this will be what you have been waiting for. GTA San Andreas apps for mobile will be releasing soon 10 years after it released.Rockstar normally pushes out the GTA games to mobile 10 years after the original was released; it is all part of its mobile versions of the Grand Theft Auto series as “10th Anniversary” editions.GTA 3 was released 10 years after the 2001 original, and then came GTA Vice City, which came to mobile 10 years later in 2002, but now Rockstar have said that GTA San Andreas will be releasing soon. This is a bit of a shock really considering this game was released in 2004, which means it should release on mobile platforms in 2014 and not soon.The new Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas mobile app will be releasing on Android, iOS and Windows Phone next month, this is great because its coming to the three main platforms.Rockstar have said this will be the best looking version of San Andreas yet, the apps will feature full support for controllers using iOS 7's controller support and on-screen controls are going to be improved with new contextually visible controls.Are you looking forward to the new GTA San Andreas mobile app, if so please let us know what platform you will be installing it on? via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/27/gta-san-andreas-mobile-app-release-shock-happiness/

MediaTek 4G capable chipset smartphones for 2014 India release

  MediaTek is about to announce its new plans for smartphones and India; they are getting ready its 4G capable chipsets so that they can help grow 4G smartphones sales in India.MediaTek are very well known chip makers and they are now assisting to release 4G enabled processors from 2014, Finbarr Moynihan, General Manager, International Sales and Marketing at MediaTek had a meeting with Light Reading recently and the interview was rather interesting.In the interview Moynihan said that they are expecting the next year to be critical, he went on to say that India is an exciting 4G market, he also said “We are working with various handset manufacturers in the country and you will see our partners launching quality 4G devices at competitive prices in 2014.”We are guessing the MediaTek has already had talks with major vendors and the likes of Micromax and Xolo are already prepping 4G LTE enabled smartphones, which should be launching at the end of 2014. The executive also mentioned a few other names such as Spice, Intex and Lava.The chip makers have already introduced true octa-core chipsets, which apparently deliver real 8-core experience on smartphones. The Intex i17 hopefully to release in January 2014 and is set to launch with the MT6592 chip.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/27/mediatek-4g-capable-chipset-smartphones-for-2014-india-release/

Galaxy S3 Android 4.3 US release despite UK problems

  If you are the owner of a certain Samsung smartphone and have recently installed a new system update to your device you will be aware of the many bugs it contains, but now the Samsung Galaxy S3 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update US release continues despite the UK problems.Soon after the software was released reports started to come in of many issues affecting those unfortunate enough to have installed it. Eventually Samsung pulled the update for the international version of the device along with some carrier versions.We also saw some news surrounding the same update for the Galaxy S4 with carriers stating it had been pulled by Samsung, but now the Android 4.3 update for the Galaxy S3 is continuing in the US as we first heard of T-Mobile pushing out the new firmware.Since then both AT&T and Sprint have released the software for the smartphone but it seems as if there is still problems affecting some users. We have had reports from one AT&T customer that is complaining of problems with the Wi-Fi connection of his device, and wishes that the software was never downloaded.US Cellular has also started the process of updating the Galaxy S3 to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, but it makes you wonder why so many users in other regions have been affected by the serious problems that have hit the firmware. This has included the unlocked version of the device which has not been altered by any carrier bloatware being added to the operating system.Many that have been hit with the problems now have an almost unusable smartphone with issues such as serious lag, poor battery life, phone completely freezing, poor Wi-Fi connections, and being unable to answer calls.The device is eventually set to be upgraded to Android 4.4 KitKat but the way this new update is going this could be a while yet. If you are in the US and have successfully downloaded the new operating system let us know how the Galaxy S3 is performing for you with Android 4.3 on board.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/23/galaxy-s3-android-4-3-us-release-despite-uk-problems/

MediaTek 4G capable chipset smartphones for 2014 India release

  MediaTek is about to announce its new plans for smartphones and India; they are getting ready its 4G capable chipsets so that they can help grow 4G smartphones sales in India.MediaTek are very well known chip makers and they are now assisting to release 4G enabled processors from 2014, Finbarr Moynihan, General Manager, International Sales and Marketing at MediaTek had a meeting with Light Reading recently and the interview was rather interesting.In the interview Moynihan said that they are expecting the next year to be critical, he went on to say that India is an exciting 4G market, he also said “We are working with various handset manufacturers in the country and you will see our partners launching quality 4G devices at competitive prices in 2014.”We are guessing the MediaTek has already had talks with major vendors and the likes of Micromax and Xolo are already prepping 4G LTE enabled smartphones, which should be launching at the end of 2014. The executive also mentioned a few other names such as Spice, Intex and Lava.The chip makers have already introduced true octa-core chipsets, which apparently deliver real 8-core experience on smartphones. The Intex i17 hopefully to release in January 2014 and is set to launch with the MT6592 chip.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/27/mediatek-4g-capable-chipset-smartphones-for-2014-india-release/

GTA San Andreas mobile app release shock happiness

  If you love Rockstar games, especially Grand Theft Auto ones, then this will be what you have been waiting for. GTA San Andreas apps for mobile will be releasing soon 10 years after it released.Rockstar normally pushes out the GTA games to mobile 10 years after the original was released; it is all part of its mobile versions of the Grand Theft Auto series as “10th Anniversary” editions.GTA 3 was released 10 years after the 2001 original, and then came GTA Vice City, which came to mobile 10 years later in 2002, but now Rockstar have said that GTA San Andreas will be releasing soon. This is a bit of a shock really considering this game was released in 2004, which means it should release on mobile platforms in 2014 and not soon.The new Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas mobile app will be releasing on Android, iOS and Windows Phone next month, this is great because its coming to the three main platforms.Rockstar have said this will be the best looking version of San Andreas yet, the apps will feature full support for controllers using iOS 7's controller support and on-screen controls are going to be improved with new contextually visible controls.Are you looking forward to the new GTA San Andreas mobile app, if so please let us know what platform you will be installing it on? via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/27/gta-san-andreas-mobile-app-release-shock-happiness/

Motorola Moto G in early US release before Christmas

  If you are after a high quality more affordable Android smartphone and reside in the United States we have some great news for you today, as the Motorola Moto G is the subject of an early US release with availability before Christmas.The Motorola Moto G has already been made available in some regions but the handset wasn’t expected to arrive in the US until January, but the company has put the device up for pre-order already on its official website.Those that want some pre-Christmas cheer can order the Moto G from the company’s website now for delivery next week on December 2nd for the GSM version of the smartphone. The 8GB version of the Moto G is priced at $179 while the 16GB storage option will only set you back $199.These prices are without any lengthy contract being agreed to and at the time of writing stock of both versions are available via the Motorola website. This may change quickly though as news of the handsets availability leaks out, and it has to be remembered this version of the Moto G is only compatible with GSM networks and not the likes of Verizon’s CDMA network.The device will come with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean on board as previously it had been promised to have Android 4.4 KitKat when it was originally down for release next year.Are you going to snap up a Motorola Moto G before Christmas?Source: Motorola via Android Police.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/26/motorola-moto-g-in-early-us-release-before-christmas/

Motorola Moto G in early US release before Christmas

  If you are after a high quality more affordable Android smartphone and reside in the United States we have some great news for you today, as the Motorola Moto G is the subject of an early US release with availability before Christmas.The Motorola Moto G has already been made available in some regions but the handset wasn’t expected to arrive in the US until January, but the company has put the device up for pre-order already on its official website.Those that want some pre-Christmas cheer can order the Moto G from the company’s website now for delivery next week on December 2nd for the GSM version of the smartphone. The 8GB version of the Moto G is priced at $179 while the 16GB storage option will only set you back $199.These prices are without any lengthy contract being agreed to and at the time of writing stock of both versions are available via the Motorola website. This may change quickly though as news of the handsets availability leaks out, and it has to be remembered this version of the Moto G is only compatible with GSM networks and not the likes of Verizon’s CDMA network.The device will come with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean on board as previously it had been promised to have Android 4.4 KitKat when it was originally down for release next year.Are you going to snap up a Motorola Moto G before Christmas?Source: Motorola via Android Police.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/26/motorola-moto-g-in-early-us-release-before-christmas/

Motorola Moto G US release Android KitKat joy

a It seems as if the takeover of Motorola by Google is starting to pay off for the company as this year we have seen some great new handsets launched, and now the latest device the Motorola Moto G US release will bring some Android 4.4 KitKat joy.When the Moto G was officially launched a few days ago the company revealed that the areas where the handset would be available first would see the impressive looking handset running Android 4.3 Jelly Bean straight out of the box.It was also revealed that other areas such as the US wouldn’t see the Motorola Moto G until January, but it has been revealed by Mark Randal, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain & Operations at Motorola the handset will be released with Android 4.4 KitKat already on board.He stated that the device will see different phases with the first one being the likes of the UK, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, and France which will have the smartphone running Android 4.3. These have been promised to be updated to Android KitKat by the end of January, but phase two which begins after Christmas that features the US and South East Asia among other countries will see the handset launch with 4.4 KitKat pre-installed.The handset will eventually reach over 30 countries and the Moto G is really going to give rival OEMs something to think about. The low cost device features an impressive 4.5-inch 720p touchscreen display with 326ppi pixel density, while under the hood we have the quad core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.2GHz with 1GB of RAM.It comes with either 16GB or 32GB of un-expandable storage and we have a 5-megapixel rear facing camera with autofocus and LED flash paired with a 1.3-megapixel front facer. We have some really exciting news about the handset in the UK which we can’t currently share due to embargos but all will be revealed shortly.Are you going to get the Motorola Moto G?Source: Omio.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/15/motorola-moto-g-us-release-android-kitkat-joy/

Motorola Moto G US release Android KitKat joy

a It seems as if the takeover of Motorola by Google is starting to pay off for the company as this year we have seen some great new handsets launched, and now the latest device the Motorola Moto G US release will bring some Android 4.4 KitKat joy.When the Moto G was officially launched a few days ago the company revealed that the areas where the handset would be available first would see the impressive looking handset running Android 4.3 Jelly Bean straight out of the box.It was also revealed that other areas such as the US wouldn’t see the Motorola Moto G until January, but it has been revealed by Mark Randal, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain & Operations at Motorola the handset will be released with Android 4.4 KitKat already on board.He stated that the device will see different phases with the first one being the likes of the UK, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, and France which will have the smartphone running Android 4.3. These have been promised to be updated to Android KitKat by the end of January, but phase two which begins after Christmas that features the US and South East Asia among other countries will see the handset launch with 4.4 KitKat pre-installed.The handset will eventually reach over 30 countries and the Moto G is really going to give rival OEMs something to think about. The low cost device features an impressive 4.5-inch 720p touchscreen display with 326ppi pixel density, while under the hood we have the quad core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.2GHz with 1GB of RAM.It comes with either 16GB or 32GB of un-expandable storage and we have a 5-megapixel rear facing camera with autofocus and LED flash paired with a 1.3-megapixel front facer. We have some really exciting news about the handset in the UK which we can’t currently share due to embargos but all will be revealed shortly.Are you going to get the Motorola Moto G?Source: Omio.via Phones Review http://www.phonesreview.co.uk/2013/11/15/motorola-moto-g-us-release-android-kitkat-joy/