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08 International round-up
Seismic shifts from across the world of mobiles
46 Beyond Facebook
The 20 best social networking alternatives
12 Patently obvious
Google Glass is transformed into a projector
16 Accessories
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The Apple Watch shuns a round watch-face in favour of a
rectangular display. It comes in two sizes and boasts three
variations: the Apple Watch, Apple Watch Sport and Apple
Watch Edition (aluminium, stainless steel and 18-carat gold).
A unique feature is its digital crown thats the rotary wheel
on the edge, to you and me. Turning this allows users to zoom in
and out of the display and scroll through web pages or messages.
Among its features are fitness and heart-rate tracking sensors, as well
as apps such as maps, email, music, photos, calendar, Siri, dictation and
messaging.
Watch operates
alongside iPhones
Rotary wheel is
for navigation
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Faceful of features
Apple showed a demo of the Watch at its launch event, mainly to illustrate
its notifications and interactive wallpapers.
If a notification comes in, the watch vibrates using the built-in
haptic sensor. The screen displays the notification once the user lifts
their wrist.
Apple also revealed the devices ability to read messages and provide
relevant replies and actions.
More interesting, however, are the customisable replies and drawings
you can send friends. These include emojis that can be enlarged and
drawings of your heartbeat, as monitored by the heart-rate sensor.
Apples digital voice assistant is also on board and wearers can ask the
voice-operated assistant, Siri, all the usual questions.
Fitness is currently a major theme for Apple and this is also true of the
Watch. You can take it to the track to monitor short training sessions via
the new built-in Workout app, or use it to constantly monitor fitness via
the aptly titled Fitness app.
The Apple Watch will be released with six customisable leather straps,
as well as an array of sports bands for fitness-centric use. All of these
can be fastened using the magnets on the Watch. There is also a classic
buckle or stainless steel link bracelet option.
These design elements, in conjunction with the smaller size, make the
Apple Watch more of a general crowd pleaser than other smartwatch
devices weve seen. It looks as though Apple is also targeting women
with the wearable a neglected demographic up until now in
smartwatch marketing.
The Apple Watch will hit shelves early next year and will be priced at
$349 in the US (215). Prices for other territories have yet to be revealed.
Sporty straps
are available
Straps fasten
using magnets
Haptic sensor
is built in
Maps vibrate
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Android One
Google has revealed the first three handsets
that will roll out as part of its affordable
Android One programme, starting in India.
The tech giant is partnering with local
Indian manufacturers to produce a series
of entry-level devices that come with the
latest version of Android: KitKat 4.4.
Android One forms part of a new strategy
for Google that sees it targeting so-called
emerging markets, such as India, in a bid to
further push its operating system.
Although cheap Android devices are
already available in markets such as India,
Google is promising to be more hands-on.
Consequently, Android One handsets
like the new Karbonn Sparkle V Red will
benefit from regular updates.
Comparing the $100 (62) Karbonn
Sparkle V Red to a standard entry-level
Android smartphone, such as the slightly
LG G3 Stylus
LG has announced another handset as part of its core range of devices in 2014:
the G3 Stylus. Were used to seeing bigger-screened versions of top-of-therange devices being offered to accommodate a stylus. But as the original G3
has a larger-than-average 5.5-inch screen, LG has opted not to boost the size of
the G3 Stylus. That means the new device gets the same wonderfully compact,
slim-bezelled body.
Despite the same screen size, though, the resolution has been cut. One of the
G3s main selling points QHD resolution of 1,440 x 2,560 pixels has been
sacrificed in the name of cost. As such, you get a display with a meagre
540 x 960 pixels. On a handset with such a large screen, thats a real worry.
Just about every spec comes off worse when compared to the original G3.
The processor has been reduced from 2.5GHz to 1.3GHz; theres only 1GB of
RAM compared to 3GB; and the front-facing camera is 1.3 megapixels instead
of 2.1MP. LG has stuck with the G3s 13MP rear-facing camera, though, which
is hopefully as capable and clear as its original incarnation.
But the stylus is the main selling point, and the handset will come preloaded
with a suite of pen-optimised apps to make use of it.
The LG G3 Stylus went on sale in markets including Brazil, east Asia, the
Middle East and Africa in September. With any luck, it will make its way to
these shores soon.
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Lava Iris X5
Selfie phones are currently all the rage. Sony, Huawei and Nokia have all
unveiled handsets with powerful front-facing cameras in recent months. Not to
mention the fact that selfie devices with unique designs, such as the perfume
bottle-shaped selfie camera from Sony, as featured in the October issue of What
Mobile, are becoming increasingly popular.
Indian smartphone makers have thus far resisted the trend. With the launch
of the Lava Iris X5, however, India finally has its very own selfie smartphone
at the kind of affordable price youd expect from the region. The device, which
was launched exclusively through Amazon India in September, comes with
a 5-megapixel front-facing camera with an LED flash perfect for low-light
selfies. On the back of the device is a standard 8MP camera.
The handset has a 5-inch display with 720 x 1,280 pixels, allowing users to
view those images in HD. Inside the device is a 1.2GHz processor, 1GB of RAM
and 8GB of built-in storage, which can be expanded up to 32GB via a microSD
card. All this is pretty low-end, compared to its surprisingly mid-range display.
The Lava Iris X5 costs just 90, which makes it much cheaper compared to
handsets released by Sony and Huawei. The 175 Nokia 735, which will also
be debuting in the UK in October, should give it a run for its money, though
especially if Microsoft modifies the price to compete in emerging markets. For
now, Lava has the upper hand and in the words of company chairman Hari
Om Rai it has a shot at capitalising on that selfie crazy generation of young
smartphone users.
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This month sees Google making its Glass eyewear into a projector and thankfully less geeky-looking; passwords become pass as
Apple tracks your walking stride-length as a security check; and Samsung adds a new twist in the shape of truly bendable tech
Behaviour-based security
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Hand-projected keyboard
Google
With 4G connectivity
and GPS coverage
so comprehensive
nowadays, its pretty
much impossible to get
lost outdoors as long as
you have your smartphone
on you, that is. The irony
is that were probably
more likely now to get lost
indoors. Shopping centres,
museums, airports any of these sprawling labyrinths and their innumerable
attractions can be more difficult to navigate than a simple road. Google has
recognised this first-world problem and is endeavouring to fix it.
This patent, no doubt set to be the first of many, aims to improve location
services while indoors.
This is how Google envisages it could work: a survey of magnetic data is
taken throughout an indoor location. Magnetic data is emitted by any sort of
electronic device; no special beacons or antennae are needed. This data is then
uploaded to a central database, much like Google Maps. The mapped data is
then sent to your mobile device as you approach it/walk through it. The result is
drastically increased accuracy indoors.
The patent depicts a user walking through an art gallery as an example. As
the mobile device knows which painting its stood in front of, it can then offer
up relevant information.
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4.7-inch iPhone 6 is
bigger than the 5s
Performance
Design
As usual, the pressure
was on Apple to deliver
something unique with
the iPhone 6. That hasnt
happened, and its
becoming ever-harder to
pull a rabbit out of the hat
in a smartphone market
saturated with innovative
tech manufacturers
relentlessly releasing new
handsets. Instead, the
iPhone 6 launch event was
all about offering greater
variety and marked the first
time Apple has revealed two
new iPhones at once. Not to
mention three editions of its
new Apple Watch (see p6).
The iPhone 6 has a 4.7-inch
display thats 0.7 inches larger than the iPhone 5s.
There will also be an even bigger model: the iPhone
6 is the thinnest
iPhone ever
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Camera comparison
Although its specs match those of its
predecessor, the iPhone 6 camera is still far
superior to the 5s.
New features include faster autofocus, the
ability to record Full HD 1080p video on the
rear camera at 60fps, a faster f/2.2 aperture
on the front FaceTime camera (meaning
better selfies) and slo-mo video at up to
240fps, compared to 120fps on the 5s.
Side by side The 6 (bottom) adds some much-needed screen real estate to the 5s (top)
Features
The iPhone 6 is a feature-packed phone.
Despite offering design and hardware upgrades,
its the handsets new features that really set it
apart. Just like Apple has done elsewhere, it has
tweaked the device by adding and improving
essential functions.
On top of the standard accelerometer, gyroscope
and compass, the iPhone 6 has a barometer. This
allows it to measure relative elevation. Naturally,
this ties in with iOS 8s health and fitness features,
so that it can accurately track when you, say, climb
a flight of stairs.
As iPhone owners will already know, iMessage
lets you send texts over wi-fi no mobile network
signal required. With iPhone 6, you can do the same
with phone calls. In signal blackspots, the iPhone 6
How they stack up At just 6.9mm in depth, the 6 (bottom) is the thinnest iPhone yet
Conclusion
With the inclusion of iOS 8 software and the
release of two larger iPhones, Apple is spoiling us.
It has beaten Android out the gates with its new
operating system, which itself boasts plenty of new
features, and has added two handsets to its line-up
that look to match their hype with superior specs.
If youre an iPhone owner but are still unsure
about whether the new Apple devices are for you,
check out our guide to upgrading (see p30) and our
round-up of all the best iPhone 6 deals currently
available (see p31).
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Im queueing for
a private client. Its
been alright the
last few hours have
been a bit trying,
people do get a
bit pushy.
There was
thunder and
lightning and we all had to leg it into Citibank.
When we returned, people were trying to queue
jump. Luckily there was a guard assigned to each
section and he recognised us.
The park looks mental they have been putting
people into pens.
Im feeling good
because Im one of
the first people to get
the phone. I havent
opened it yet, so lets
see how it goes.
There are people
who have been
waiting for days. I
didnt have to because I reserved my place online. I
spent hours researching it, found the reservation link
and managed to reserve my place last Friday.
I wanted it because Im a big iPhone fan. I got the
6; the 6 Plus is too big more like a Samsung.
I came at midnight
and Ive been here
for eight hours.
Theyve told us
we need to wait a
couple more hours
but its worth it for
the new iPhone.
Its great
because its got new software. I need to see
how it is when I get it in my hands but Im very
happy about it. Thats why Ive been waiting
eight hours. It was raining at night but were all
waiting here for the phone.
It feels really
exciting to get
it first. Ive been
waiting for the
new iPhone for a
long time because
it is a bigger one
than previously.
I went for the 6
because, before, I used the Samsung Galaxy
S5 for the bigger screen but Im a fan of Apple.
The big screen is fantastic; my contract
was up about two months ago and I have
waited for this phone.
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Comparison: iPhone 6
Apple
iPhone 6
Nokia
Lumia 930
HTC
One M8
Samsung
Galaxy S5
Processor
Dual-core Apple A8
2.2GHz quad-core
2.3GHz quad-core
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Storage
32GB
16GB, 32GB
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4.7 inches
5 inches
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Camera
8MP, 1.2MP
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16MP, 2MP
Price
From 539
420
530
530
138.1 x 67 x 6.9mm
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129g
167g
160g
145g
Dimensions
Weight
Best processor
The iPhone 6 comes with Apples improved
A8 processor, which boosts speed,
performance and battery life. It beat the
competitors in benchmark tests, therefore it
gets the thumbs up from us.
WINNER:
iPhone 6
Best camera
Although the iPhone 6 camera is definitely
an upgrade from its predecessor, Microsoft
wins out here as the Lumia 930 is definitely
more powerful and continues the great
functions weve come to expect from its
flagship Lumia models.
winner:
930
Best value
Although it costs over 100 more than the
Lumia 930, it also beats it in terms of speed
and usability not to mention Apples
superior app store. Apples competitively
priced new device is worth a look for
all consumers upgrading to a high-end
smartphone.
WINNER:
iPhone 6
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Apple
iPhone 6
Sony
Xperia Z2
LG
G3
Samsung
Galaxy Note 4
Processor
Dual-core Apple A8
2.3GHz quad-core
2.5GHz quad-core
2.7GHz quad-core
Storage
16GB
16GB, 32GB
32GB
OS
iOS 8
RAM
1GB
3GB
2GB
3GB
Screen size
5.5 inches
5.2 inches
5.5 inches
5.7 inches
Resolution
Camera
8MP, 1.2MP
20.7MP, 2.2MP
13MP, 2.1MP
16MP, 3.7MP
Price
From 619
579
From 499
TBC (550-600)
172g
163g
149g
176g
Dimensions
Weight
Best processor
It will probably be a close competition
between the iPhones A8 and the Galaxy
Note 4, which is the best in its Android class.
However, weve yet to try out Android L, so
for now well give it to the iPhone 6 Plus.
WINNER:
iPhone 6
Best camera
The powerful camera on the Z2 is one
of its best features. Not only will the
20.7-megapixel camera help you capture
beautiful images, but it also boasts a
range of practical and fun editing tools.
winner:
Xperia z2
Best value
The G3 is cheaper than the other large
phones featured here and it matches them
in almost every department. It might lose
out slightly on speed but its price tag makes
it an all-round winner.
WINNER:
LGG3
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iPhone 5 / 5c
The 5 and 5c are very similar in terms of hardware but different in terms of design. The latter will
ultimately be your biggest concern if youre thinking of upgrading. If its a larger phone youre after,
then you should skip the 5s, as its the same size.
If youre interested in the iPhone 6 purely because its a fancy new iPhone, and who doesnt find
that appealing? keep in mind that you can get iOS 8 on your 5 and 5c, meaning your user interface
will be the same. You will also have access to the new Health app but no barometer to track your
movement so you can use third-party fitness tracking apps to collect your data in one place.
Your camera will also get an upgrade, in the form of a new time-lapse mode and super slo-mo
video capture at 120 frames per second two very useful additions for photography fans.
Nonetheless, the iPhone 6 is undoubtedly faster than the 5 due to its new chipset. Its improved
resolution also looks magnificent on the larger display. Combine that with its wealth of exclusive
new features and you have a massive upgrade over the 5 and 5c.
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iPhone 5s
The 64-bit A7 processor within the iPhone 5s makes it a formidable device. Dont be put off by its
small size, which is currently dwarfed by every high-end handset on the market; the 5s is a superior
small smartphone.
It will be tempting to upgrade to the iPhone 6 regardless, what with Apple Pay and its new health
features, but the 5s can still compete with the best of them. Therefore, you shouldnt worry too much
if youre still stuck on a long-term contract and tied down to your 5s for another few months.
The upgraded A8 processor on the iPhone 6, and its Metal GPU, will certainly offer better gaming
capabilities and faster speeds, but well have to wait for developers to release new titles to truly
test those functions. Also, the value of the NFC payments capability on the iPhone 6 is open to
debate and its chances of success are questionable; after all, the tech has been around for a while on
Android and consumers have pretty much ignored it.
What it all boils down to is whether you want a larger device. Both the new iPhones are bigger
than the 5s, and the 6 Plus is a whopping 1.5 inches larger. This time, Apple has caved under
pressure and followed industry trends by launching a phablet-sized device. However, as consumer
behaviour shows, thats what the public wants. It also narrows the gap between a smartphone and a
tablet, so if you have a 5s and an iPad, then an iPhone Plus could render them both redundant.
However, with iOS 8 and one of the best app stores around which, need we remind you, offers
plenty of third-party fitness tracking apps the iPhone 5s will serve you well for a while still.
The 6 and 6 Plus are faster and offer better screen resolutions, but the 5s can still hold its own
against rival Android and Windows Phone devices.
CONTRACT OR SIM-FREE?
If youve decided to purchase the iPhone 6
or 6 Plus, then your next step is to weigh up
all the options available to you on contract
via a mobile network operator. In terms of
standalone prices, the two models start from
539 and 619 respectively for the 16GB
versions. The next iPhone 6 model is a big
jump up to 64GB, which costs 619, and 699
for the 128GB version. The iPhone 6 Plus on
the other hand costs 699 for the 64GB version
and 789 for 128GB. Its a steep jump in terms
of price, but remember that this amount of
storage has never before been offered on an
iPhone and, as usual, theres no microSD card
slot for expandable storage.
However, most buyers will be seeking
out a pay-monthly contract for an ongoing
payment option. As is the norm for high-end
handsets, all contracts will last for a minimum
of 24 months and offer 4G data allowance. To
save you from trawling through the options
available online and on the high street, we
went ahead and found the best deals for the
16GB iPhone 6 and 6 Plus (see right).
iPhone 6
Cheapest plan: EE
4G 20 per month,
380 upfront, 1GB data
Best value: EE
4G 28 p/m, 310
upfront, 4GB data
iPhone 6 Plus
Cheapest plan: EE
4G 15 p/m, 480
upfront, 500MB data
Best value: EE
4G 23 p/m, 480
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Screen has a
QHD resolution
Stylus is accurate
brilliant for drawing
Spec sheet
OS Windows 8.1
Processor 1.5GHz Intel core i3/2.9GHz
Intel core i5/3.7GHz Intel core i7
Screen 12 inches
Resolution 2,160 x 1,440 pixels
Memory 4GB/8GB RAM
Storage 64GB/128GB/256GB/512GB
at a glance
Micro SD compatible? Yes, up to 128GB
Camera 5MP rear-facing, 5MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Connectivity Wi-fi only
Dimensions 292.1mm x 201.4mm x 9.1mm
Weight 800g
Battery 42Wh
speed
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Just as Windows Phone has evolved, so has
Microsofts vision for its tablets.
If you want an example of just how seriously
Microsoft takes touchscreens, you need look no
further than Windows 8.
Lambasted by traditional desktop users for its
clumsy interface, the whole OS was designed
specifically for touch usage. The company, which
had built its empire on desktops, had sacrificed its
Windows 8 The tablet version of the software really is the same as the grown-up PC version
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design
The device has a fold-out stand built in, so you can
sit it at any angle you choose. Its suitably stiff, so it
can be folded to any degree and remain rigid, even
bending back on itself for a near-flat angle.
The level of stiffness does feel a little unnatural,
though, and the fact that two small tabs are the
only part of it you can actually pull or push on
when the stand is closed can make it a little tricky
to unfold quickly.
Overall, the form factor of the Surface Pro 3 is
fantastic. It feels like a premium device, with a body
thats entirely matte silver metal and glass.
At 800g, its far from dainty and nearly twice as
heavy as an iPad Air but the weight adds to the
premium feel. Its also a consequence wed accept
for a quality build, any day of the week.
Its vents are placed evenly around the edge of
the top of the device for effective dispersion of heat,
which is clever.
Plenty of laptops and tablets suffer from poorly
placed exhausts, meaning you cant lay them flat
processor
Theres a wide number of specifications available
to you when purchasing a Surface Pro 3, meaning
you can choose between a fourth-generation Intel
Core i3, i5 or i7 processor.
With speeds of either 1.5GHz, 2.9GHz or a
mammoth 3.3GHz, its capable of handling just
about anything you could throw at it.
GAMing
Even PC gaming is possible, although dont
expect to be maxing out the settings on Crysis 3.
But Windows 8 games such as Hearthstone and
Worms will run just fine.
You can even play demanding titles like Diablo
III or Titanfall just dont expect it to be a pleasant
experience.
Needless to say, any app you care to download
from the Windows games store will fly. The most
processor-hungry mobile-designed games have
never looked, or played, better.
screen
Thats not to say that the Surface Pro 3s display
is immaculate. Despite a quad-HD resolution of
2,160 x 1,440 pixels, when you spread it out over
a 12-inch screen, youre left with 216 pixels per
inch. It looks great 99% of the time, but you might
be slightly disappointed when watching video. It
doesnt hold up to the same standards as a highend laptop or the Retina display on Apples iPads.
Handily, though, youre not confined to watching
videos via the tablet itself. Theres a mini display
port for outputting video up to 4K in resolution,
providing you have a monitor or television that can
handle it.
This makes watching movies you have
downloaded to your tablet on the big screen
a breeze.
keyboard
Chip speeds of up
to a huge 3.3GHz
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Video You can output films, such as from Netflix, onto a large TV
stylus
Its not all bad news, though. The Surface Pen
comes packaged with the device, and its just as
impressive as the Type Cover. Its a stylus in all
but name, as Microsoft wants you to think of it
more as a legitimate writing tool than a simple
pointing stick.
The Surface Pen is made of metal and has
the right weight and size to make it feel like an
actual pen.
It also has a clickable top, which performs some
neat functions. If the Surface Pro 3 is lying dormant
on the table and you need to quickly take a note,
you can simply pick up the Surface Pen and click
the top button. This wakes your device and opens
up the One Note app. Then, when youre done
note-taking/sketching/doodling, you can click
it again and itll instantly save to your Microsoft
OneDrive cloud storage account.
When the Surface Pen combines with the One
Note app, it offers one of the best experiences a
tablet user can have. The Surface Pen is probably
conclusion
Theres no denying that the Surface Pro 3 is a very
well-featured device. From software to hardware,
and even design, it is a wonderful piece of kit. For
once, its nice to review a Microsoft device without
having to mention the Windows operating system
as a drawback. Yes, the app selection is still a little
limited, but when you have the entire Windows
desktop program catalogue available, who cares?
Its refreshing to have a tablet aspiring to be what
we all hoped tablets would be when they burst
onto the scene nearly five years ago. Whats most
impressive of all is that the Surface Pro 3 barely falls
short of these aspirations.
For most people, this device could conceivably
replace their laptop. If youre big on gaming, editing
or OS X, then you might find it a little wanting. But
for the casual user, this device is capable enough.
If you already own both a decent laptop and a
tablet, then youll probably be in no hurry to trade
them both in for this one device. But shy of the
audacious price and the baffling decision not to
include the Surface Pro Type Cover, theres little
wrong with the Surface Pro 3.
Verdict
The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 may well be the most
advanced tablet weve yet seen, to the point where
calling it a tablet doesnt really do it justice.
Microsoft want it to replace your laptop and, for most
casual users, theres no real reason why it couldnt. It
can do it all if youve got the large amount of money
needed to buy one.
+ Premium build
+ Outstanding listt of features
+ Practically a laptop
Very, very expensive
Its key accessory costs extra
Loud and hot
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BlackBerry hopes its latest device can help it to soar high again, but will the Passports odd
design ground this flight of fancy before its even taken off?
Price: 530 Reviewer: Saqib Shah
4.5 x 4.5-inch
screen looks odd
Design
The first thing that most onlookers will be struck
by is the Passports square display and large
dimensions approximately the size of an actual
passport. This makes it heavy and virtually
impossible to navigate with one hand. Although
BlackBerry envisions it for office use, we are still
in the camp that believes a mobile phone should
offer mobility. After all, productivity-oriented
tablets are also available if you need something
bigger than a mobile.
The Passports square screen is 4.5 x 4.5 inches,
making it 0.5 inches bigger than that of the
iPhone 5s in both width and height. Underneath
it you will find a classic and compact QWERTY
keyboard. It might stand out from the crowd,
but its form factor just looks odd like a resizing
exercise gone horribly wrong.
However, if its a premium device you want,
then the Passport delivers. Its stainless steel
frame and matte black finish not only mean it
Great keyboard, as
you would expect
Spec sheet
OS BlackBerry 10.3
Processor 2.2GHz quad-core
Screen 4.5 inches
Resolution 1,440 x 1,440 pixels
Memory 3GB RAM
Storage 32GB
Micro SD compatible? Yes
at a glance
Camera 13MP rear-facing,
2MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 128 x 90.3 x 9.3mm
Weight 194g
Battery 3,450mAh
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Synching between
devices here is better
than anything offered
on iOS or Android
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Software
looks professional, but combine that with its bulky
dimensions and you have a durable device. The
Passport looks tough; we wouldnt be surprised
if it survived the hands of even the clumsiest of
users. Comparatively speaking, that sets it apart
from some of its rivals; we certainly couldnt say
the same about the iPhone 6 Plus, especially in
light of the recent bendgate controversy, which
saw Apple on the back foot for once, as consumers
took to online forums and social media to deride
its easily bendable phablet.
At 194g, the Passport wont appeal to fans of
lightweight handsets. It is heavier than every
major flagship smartphone on the market.
Despite containing a classic physical keyboard,
which is easy and perfectly satisfying to use, you
have to resort to touch controls when entering
symbols and numbers. Additionally, users must
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feels premium
Conclusion
Usability
The BlackBerry Passports large width means it
is impractical to use on the go. Unless you have
huge fingers, you will have a hard time navigating
its large frame single-handed. Add to that its other
dimensions and you have a bulky device that is
better suited to the boardroom or office desk than
the commute to work. Its as though BlackBerry
forgot the definition of mobile.
However, we must add that we did not have
a great deal of time with the device, as it was
launched so late in the month.
We expect even ardent BlackBerry fans will be
bemused by its appearance. But we must admit
that once you begin using the device, it does grow
on you mainly due to its functionality.
Perhaps when you overcome the initial learning
(and handling) curve, you will never want to go
back to rectangular phones again it boils down
to preference. If the risk pays off, BlackBerry could
build upon the Passport to create a better device
and maybe even a square range or, if it is indeed
a hit, it may stick with and improve the device.
Either way, we remain cautiously optimistic
Verdict
If youre a business user, BlackBerry has just
delivered the phone of your dreams in terms of
functionality. For everyone else, the Passport is far
too impractical and productivity-oriented to use on a
daily basis.
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Motorolas second iteration of its best-selling smartphone continues to offer amazing value
Price: 150 Reviewer: Saqib Shah
Rear camera up
from 5MP to 8MP
Performance
As mentioned above, the 1.2GHz quad-core
processor on the new Moto G is not an upgrade.
It still handles general tasks well, though.
Spec sheet
OSAndroid 4.4 KitKat
Processor1.2GHz quad-core
Screen5 inches
Resolution1,280 x 720 pixels
Memory1GB RAM
Storage8GB, 16GB
Micro SD compatible?Yes
Design
at a glance
Camera8MP rear-facing,
2MP front-facing
Video720p
Connectivity3G
Dimensions141.5 x 70.7 x 11mm
Weight149g
Battery2,070mAh
speed
60
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The camera functionality on the Moto G is as
simple as they come on Android handsets.
Naturally, the upgrade from 5 megapixels to 8
megapixels leads to clearer, sharper images.
Video recording remains unchanged, at 720p.
The cameras toolbar could have done with more
of an update. The lack of options and simple touch
controls (tap anywhere on the screen to shoot) are
fine for no-nonsense users, but more camera modes
would certainly have helped.
Still, if its more tools youre after, you can
download third-party apps, such as Hyperlapse for
time-lapse videos, and the Google Camera or Photo
Sphere for more capture modes.
The HDR and panorama modes are useful and
add some options, at least. The ability to switch
from auto-focus to manual focus (drag the square
to the part of the screen you wish to focus on), and
from 6-megapixel widescreen (16:9) to 8-megapixel
standard (4:3) aspect ratio will also appeal to more
confident users.
Conclusion
Following the launch of the Moto E earlier this
year, the original Moto G was no longer the
cheapest device in Motorolas line-up. And the
Moto E has solid specs, so the Moto G required
an upgrade to justify its higher price.
Motorola got itself in a twist by releasing one
too many devices when it launched the Moto
G 4G recently to capitalise on the Moto Gs
success, but it makes the launch of a secondgen Moto G all the more confusing. Can we
really call a device second-gen when it doesnt
even boast 4G technology?
To its credit, Motorola has improved the specs
that really matter. The larger display is a welcome
addition and gives the phone a more premium look
compared to its compact counterparts.
The first-gens 5-megapixel camera also needed
improving and, thankfully, Motorola held off from
adding any pricey gimmicks such as a selfie cam.
The Moto G is worth a look if youre after an
entry-level Android handset. The addition of 4G
and perhaps a slightly faster processor would have
been the icing on the cake.
Verdict
Motorolas unwillingness to change the name of
the upgraded Moto G means this isnt the type
of upgrade were accustomed to. Still, the device
benefits from a larger screen, and photography
enthusiasts will be pleased to find a better camera on
the back. The price is still affordable, but a lack of 4G
connectivity is disappointing.
Lack of 4G
Processor hasnt been upgraded
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faster,
Stronger
Apple was the first to equip smartphones with a 64-bit processor on its iPhone 5s. Now, 64-bit
tech is on the rise among Android devices. Saqib Shah explains what 64-bit means for you
Seeing double
Firstly, lets take a look at 64-bit smartphone technology and why it
will grow in importance over the coming years.
The tech relates to the amount of memory (RAM) a processor a CPU
in the case of a PC can handle. The more RAM available to it, the
faster it can perform general tasks.
With a 32-bit chip, you limit the amount of RAM you can access to
4GB. The step up to a 64-bit processor brings with it a massive jump
to a maximum of 16 exabytes (or 16 billion gigabytes). Thats a huge
amount of memory.
The 64-bit Android phenomenon is a new one. Up until 2013, only
Apple products such as the iPhone 5s and iPad Air carried the
supposedly superior processors.
Google wakes up
As mentioned above, the main factor here is RAM, which aids the
processor in performing general tasks quickly. In the case of a
smartphone, this affects the speed at which it opens apps or how
smoothly the user interface runs.
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Android architecture
Making history
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Facing up to life
after Facebook
If your social networking experience begins with Facebook
and ends with Twitter, youre missing out. Heres our top 20
alternatives for your mobile. By Callum Tennent
Photography
Instagram
Flickr
Imgur
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Music
MySpace
Rdio
SoundCloud
lifestyle
Pinterest
Hypebeast
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Sport
Sportlobster
Video games
Raptr
humour
Duxter
9GAG
Cracked
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LiveJournal
FanFiction
Tumblr
Along with the rise of the internet has come the rise
of the foodie. Theres no such thing as a hidden
gem any more, nor can restaurants afford to charge
high prices while offering sub-par food. If you have
even a passing interest in dining out, Zomato could
change your life. Learn about the eateries around
you, follow your friends on their culinary adventures,
and even subscribe to updates from renowned
critics and gourmets.
Foodie
Welovegoodfood
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Lapse it up
Getting Hyper-active with Instagrams latest service, plus a new typewriter app from... Tom Hanks?
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Hyperlapse
Free (iOS)
Instagram has been allowed to operate independently since its
$1 billion (629m) acquisition by Facebook in 2012. The fruits of
its creative independence are now starting to emerge in the form
of new apps that bear its name but take its popular approach to
image-sharing even further.
Aside from Bolt (see last months apps round-up), which rightly
fell prey to Snapchat clone criticisms, Hyperlapse is the jewel in
Instagrams crown.
The app allows users to speed up videos captured in-app. By
using a devices built-in camera gyroscope (which may not be
available on low-end snappers), and removing any jolts within
a frame, the result is a smoother picture overall. Once you have
created your masterpiece, you can share it via Instagram or save it
to your phone to share elsewhere.
Hyperlapse provides a great way to speed up and miniaturise
long-form videos. It also produces professional-looking content
without the need for additional camera accessories.
In short, it could turn out to be the visual app you end up using
the most.
Hanx Writer
Free (iOS)
Hanx Writer is the first app from Tom Hanks. Yes, you read that
right, Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks is now in the business
of making apps.
Hanx Writer turns your iPad into an old-school typewriter,
going so far as replicating the sounds of the antiquated device.
Hit the keys and youll hear that familiar depending on your
age clank-clank sound, and reach the end of a line and a ring
will sound.
Additionally, the app works with a Bluetooth keyboard, has a
delete and auto-correct key and the ability to share the work
you create.
Hanx Writer is free on the App Store, though Mr Hanks has
chosen to go down the route of in-app purchases, with optional
fonts and sounds offered for a small price.
Hanks himself had the following to say about his new
venture: I suppose some people who get the app may just
be looking for a different sound, but really its for people
searching for a more personalised experience when writing
on an iPad.
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99p (Android)
Free (iOS)
Star Walk 2
1.99 (iOS)
Free (Android)
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BioShock
10.49 (iOS)
If you wanted an example of exactly how far
mobile gaming has progressed, consider this:
the original BioShock was first released on the
Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC nearly seven
years ago. On the iOS here, were looking at a
straight port of the seminal shooter.
This is the full game, in all its untouched
greatness. The graphics arent quite on the
same level as its console sibling (this is still
the iPhone were talking about, not a PS Vita),
but thats not what BioShock is about. The
atmosphere is as tense and gripping as ever,
and the plot will shake you with every twist
and turn.
Its expensive, and theres no denying that
the gameplay suffers a little having been
converted to touchscreen, but this is still one
of the best games of a generation on your
phone. Thats undeniably cool.
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80 Days
Dragon Quest IV
2.99 (iOS)
Its been 24 years since Dragon Quest IVs initial release on the NES, so
theres a good chance you might not have played it. It has had numerous
incarnations since, but the mobile platform is the logical conclusion.
It hasnt lost much in the transition either the only really noticeable
difference being that the game is now played in portrait, not landscape.
Other than that, its still a quintessential, classic JRPG experience, with
some nice new HD pixel art visuals. Random battles, turn-based combat
and plenty of loot and exploration abound.
Rules!
1.49 (iOS)
Retro is in vogue right now, and they dont come much more retro than Bik.
Its delightfully old-fashioned unwaveringly so not just in terms of its 16bit visuals and mono synth soundtrack, but also its gameplay. Bik is classic
point-and-click fare, and it makes no apologies for it. If you cant work out what
needs to be done on your own, then dont expect any help. The result, as any
older, wiser gamer will tell you, is a much more satisfying experience. Its got a
great story, too one that youll be keen to see through to the finish if you can
handle the gameplay.
Every few months an addictive puzzle title comes along that grabs every
smartphone owner. Bejeweled Blitz was followed by Peggle, then Candy Crush
Saga, then Threes! Now Rules! is the latest addition. In Rules! youre presented
with a 4 x 4 grid of cute, coloured animals, each assigned a number. For your
first rule, you might be told to tap each one in descending numerical order
within 20 seconds. Then a second rule comes in, like tap all the green ones. It
continues in such a way up to a total of 10 rules. Its just the right combination
of quick, silly, cute and addictive to make it an instant smash hit.
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Nintendo 3DS
Fifas footie favourite gets a nip and tuck, plus all the best and oddest titles from Japan
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FIFA 15
24.99
Another year, another FIFA title. Its as great an annual
certainty as the changing of the seasons, but football fans
will still line up in their droves to pick up the latest edition.
Thats not a jab at EA Sports, but a testament to how
superb its footballing series is.
Its available on just about every platform there is,
Nintendo 3DS included.
Buyers should be warned, though the 3DS version
carries the Legacy Edition disclaimer on the box. This
means that the changes over FIFA 14 are purely aesthetic
and clerical.
Everything looks a little nicer, the kits are updated, and
players are playing for their correct teams.
Shy of that, this is the exact same game as last year. If
youre a die-hard fan, you likely wont care, but theres no
denying that the 3DS isnt the best platform to experience
the game on.
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Fantasy Life
29.99
With the sheer number of JRPGs that come out of
the Far East, on the 3DS especially, it can be hard to
keep up. Theres simply so many options to choose
from, how do you separate the wheat from the chaff?
Allow us to do so for you: Fantasy Life is really,
really good. Its Harvest Moon with swords. Or
Secret of Mana with crafting. How you interpret
it is up to you, and it can be as action-oriented as
you want it to be. Theres a soundtrack by Nobuo
Uematsu of Final Fantasy fame, and an art style very
reminiscent of Animal Crossing. It all combines
to create a wonderfully open, yet tailored, RPG
experience. You should jump on Fantasy Life.
Cooking Mama 5
29.99
Speaking of Japan, they dont come much more
Japanese than Cooking Mama. A thoroughly quirky
experience that somehow found relatively large
success in the West on the original Nintendo Wii, its
back for its fifth iteration in handheld 3D. If youve
never been exposed to its oddness before, the
concept is simple. You help Mama, a wide-eyed,
happy-clappy chef, prepare a variety of dishes
everything from gingerbread cookies to sushi. To do
so you have to perform adequately in a series of mini
games, like peeling lettuce and chopping onions.
They usually involve tapping and swiping with the
stylus, or pressing buttons in order or rhythm. Its
clean, simple fun that knows no ages, and theres
even wi-fi multiplayer in this latest addition.
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Velocity 2X
12.99
This colourful 2D sci-fi shooter offers the best of both world;
on the one hand, you can blast your way through space-set
levels in a manner reminiscent of R-Type, or you can take to
foot as the games female protagonist, which is where the
Metroid influence can be felt. Definitely one for those into
classic titles then. Unlike its predecessor, Velocity Ultra, the
gameplay in Velocity 2X is more varied, but just as fast-paced
and dazzlingly colourful.
Despite the narrative continuing from Ultra,you neednt have
played the first game as the back-story is told in a series of
flashbacks that bring you up to date. The sprawling levels will
require you to check the map when on foot and a time limit
albeit generous adds to the quick gameplay.
Thankfully, Velocity 2X retains all the best features of the first
game but adds even more detailed visuals, which you may not
have time to admire as you rush through the levels. The use of
lens flare in the graphics mostly when there are exposures of
light or large explosions adds to the contemporary sci-fi feel
and is no doubt indebted to the films of JJ Abrams.
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Danganronpa 2
19.99
The difficult task of translating Japanese hits for western
audiences can often leave the games feeling incomplete or hard to
navigate. Sometimes, however, a title comes along that is worthy
of everyones attention. Danganronpa 2 is one such title.
This murder mystery has cute manga-style graphics, but its
narrative is very adult and definitely not for children, despite its
array of colourful young characters. It sees a group of talented
students relocating to a desert island, where they are challenged
to commit murders and stand trial by a menacing antagonist.
If you and your classmates cant figure out who committed the
crimes, the murderer is allowed to go free. Your job is to interact
with your fellow students to find out the culprit. Needless to say,
the game has some pretty dark themes.
Natural Doctrine
19.99
Simultaneously released for PS4, PS3 and PS Vita, this fantasy
strategy game is more in-depth than some of the recent, more
popular, entries in the genre. Firstly, this is a big game with
plenty of customisation options to help players change the
experience and adapt to survive. Furthermore, its exceptionally
difficult but not unbeatable. Chances are youll make it to the
end if youre a hardcore strategy gamer, but youll die a lot along
the way. Its no wonder Natural Doctrine has been called the
Dark Souls of tactical RPGs.
You can customise the characters in your team, including their
weapons and skills. As the latter increases, you can completely
change the way you tackle a level. Natural Doctrine is set in a
world filled with forts and dungeons populated with demons and
monsters. It uses a card-battling system, which allows you to
choose an optimised team to take on your foes.
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Acer Liquid E2
Acer Liquid Z3
Video 1080p
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 131 x 68 x
9.9mm
Weight 140g
Battery 2000 mAh
Dimensions 109 x 60 x
10.4mm
Weight 120g
Battery Li-Ion 1500 mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 123 x 64.4 x
9.9mm
Weight 130g
Battery 2,000mAh
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Apple iPhone 5c
Apple iPhone 5s
OS iOS 7
Processor Dual-core 1.3GHz
Screen 4 inches
Resolution 640 x 1136 pixels
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 16/32GB
MicroSD Compatible? No
Camera 8 MP rear-facing,
1.2 MP front-facing
Video 1080
Video 1080p
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 140.4 x 69.1 x
7.9mm
Weight 130g
Battery 2,500mAh
Connectivity 4G
Size 12.4 x 59.2 x 9 mm
Weight 132g
Battery 1,510 mAh
OS iOS 7
Processor Dual-core 1.3GHz
ARM V8
Screen 4 inches
Resolution 1136 x 640 pixels
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 16GB, 32GB or 64GB
MicroSD Compatible? No
Camera 8 MP rear-facing,
1.2 MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 123.8 x 58.6 x
7.6mm
Weight 112g
Battery 1,560 mAh
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Apple iPhone 6
Archos 50 Oxygen
OS iOS8
Processor Apple A8 1.4GHz
Screen 4.7 inches
Resolution 1334 x 750 pixels
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 16GB/64GB/128GB
Micro SD compatible? No
Camera 8 MP iSight rearfacing, 1.2 MP front-facing
Video 1080p
OS iOS8
Processor Apple A8 1.4GHz
Screen 5.5 inches
Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 16GB/64GB/128GB
Micro SD compatible? No
Camera 8 MP iSight rearfacing, 1.2 MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 138.1 x 67 x
6.9 mm
Weight 129g
Battery 1,810 mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 158.1 x 77.8 x
7.1 mm
Weight 172g
Battery 1,810 mAh
9.9mm
Connectivity 3G
Weight 130g
Battery 2,300 mAh
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Archos 50 Helium
Asus FonePad
Asus PadFone 2
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Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 196.4 x 120.1 x
10.4 mm
Weight 340g
Battery 4,270 mAh
Video 1080p
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 137.9 x 68.9
x 9mm
Weight 135g
Battery 2,140 mAh
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BlackBerry Q5
BlackBerry Z30
BWC Stealth V2
OS BlackBerry 10
Processor 1.2GHz dualcore
Screen 3.1 inches
Resolution 720 x 720 pixels
Memory 2GB RAM
Storage 8GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 5MP rear-facing,
2MP front-facing
OS BlackBerry 10
Processor 1.7GHz dual-core
Screen 5 inches
Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Memory 2GB RAM
Storage 16GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 8MP rear-racing,
2MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 120 x 66 x
10.8mm
Weight 120g
Battery 2,180 mAh
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Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 140.7 x 72 x 9.4
Weight 170g
Battery 2,880 mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 133 x 69 x 20mm
Weight 230g
Battery 2,800mAh
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CAT B100
CAT B15
OS Nucleus 2.1
Processor 1GHz dual-core
Screen 2.2 inches
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
Memory 512MB RAM
Storage 50MB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 3 MP rear-facing,
QVGA front-facing
Video QVGA
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 122.94 x 55.88
x 7.6mm
Weight 136g
Battery 1,150 mAh
Connectivity 3G
Size 125 x 69.5 x 14.95mm
Weight 170g
Battery 2,000 mAh
Dimensions 126 x 66 x
12.5mm
Weight 132g
Battery 1,500 mAh
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EE Kestrel
OS Doro OS
Processor N/A
Screen 1.8 inches
Resolution 128 x 160 pixels
Memory N/A
Storage N/A
MicroSD Compatible? No
Camera No
Video N/A
Connectivity 3G
OS Doro OS
Processor N/A
Screen 2.4 inches
Resolution 320 x 240 pixels
Memory N/A
Storage N/A
MicroSD Compatible? No
Camera 2MP rear-facing
Video 3gp
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 125.5 x 51 x
15.5 mm
Weight 81g
Battery 800mAh
Dimensions 102 x 52 x 19 mm
Weight 104g
Battery 800mAh
Connectivity 4G, 3G
Dimensions 131 x 65.3 x
7.85mm
Weight 145g
Battery 2,000mAh
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Google Nexus 4
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 107 x 61 x 12mm
Weight 100g
Battery 2,100 mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 134.5 x 66.7
x 9.88mm
Weight 130g
Battery 2,100 mAH
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HTC One M8
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 156.6 x 78.7 x
7.9mm
Weight 165g
Battery 2,600mAh
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 146.36 x 70.6 x
9.35 mm
Weight 160g
Battery 2,600 mAH
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 164.5 x 82.5 x
10.3mm
Weight 217g
Battery 3,300mAh
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HTC Windows 8S
OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1GHz dual-core
Screen 4 inches
Resolution 480 x 800 pixels
Memory 512MB RAM
Storage 4GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Cameras 5 MP rear-facing
Video 720p
Connectivity 3G
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 132 x 63.2 x 9.3
mm
Weight 122 g
Battery 1,800 mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 137.4 x 64 x
10.6mm
Weight 137g
Battery 2,110mAh
Dimensions 120.5 x 63 x
10.3 mm
Weight 113 g
Battery 1,700mAh
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Huawei Ascend P2
Huawei Ascend P6
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 134 x 67 x
9.9 mm
Weight 150g
Battery 1,750mAh
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 136.2 x 66.7 x
8.4mm
Weight 122g
Battery 2,420 mAh
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 132.7 x 65.5 x
6.2 mm
Weight 120g
Battery 2,000 mAh
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Huawei Ascend P7
Connectivity 4G LTE
Dimensions 139.8 x 68.8 x
6.5mm
Weight 124g
Battery 2,500mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 124.5 x 63.8 x
11.2 mm
Weight 130g
Battery 1,730 mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 136 x 64.6 x
8.9 mm
Weight 137g
Battery 1,800 mAh
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LG G2
LG G3
LG G Flex
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 138.5 x 70.9 x
8.9 mm
Weight 143g
Battery 3,000 mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 146.3 x 74.6 x
8.9mm
Weight 149g
Battery 3,000mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 160.5 x 81.6 x
7.9 mm
Weight 177g
Battery 3,500 mAh
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LG Optimus L5 II
Motorola Moto E
Motorola Moto G
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 129.9 x 65.9 x
11.6mm
Weight 143g
Battery 2,070 mAh
a budget.
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Motorola Moto X
Motorola RAZR HD
OS Nokia Series 40
Processor N/A
Screen 2.4 inches
Resolution 320 x 240 pixels
Memory 16MB RAM
Storage 10MB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 2MP rear-facing
Video VGA
Connectivity 3G
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 129.3 x 65.3
x 10.4mm
Weight 130g
Battery 2,200 mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 131.9 x 67.9 x
8.4 mm, 146g
Weight 146g
Battery 2,530 mAh
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The Asha 311 is a high-quality featurephone which packs style, usability and
a decent screen. But you can buy a
much better smartphone for less. With
the excellent Huawei Ascend G300 and
Vodafone Smart 2 available for less, the
Asha 311 struggles slightly, as while it is
a good feature-phone it is crippled by an
unrealistically high price tag. Make sure
to consider your needs before buying.
OS Nokia Series 40
Processor 1GHz single-core
Screen 2.4 inches
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
Memory 128MB RAM
Storage 100MB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 3.2MP rear-facing
Video 480p
Connectivity 3G
OS Nokia Series 40
Processor 1GHz single-core
Screen 2.4 inches
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels
Memory 128MB
Storage 140MB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 3.2MP rear-facing
Video 480p
Connectivity 3G
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OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1GHz dual-core
Screen 4 inches
Resolution 800 x 480
Memory 512MB RAM
Storage 8GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Cameras 5 MP
Video 720p
Connectivity 3G
OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1.2GHz dual-core
Screen 4.7 inches
Resolution 480 x 800 pixels
Memory 512 MB RAM
Storage 8GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 5 MP rear-facing,
VGA front-facing
Video 1080p
OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1.2GHz quad-core
Screen 4.5 inches
Resolution 480 x 854 pixels
Memory 512MB RAM
Storage 8GB
Micro SD compatible? Yes,
up to 128GB
Camera 5MP rear-facing
Video 720p
Dimensions 119.9 x 64 x
9.9mm
Weight 124g
Battery 1,430mAh
Connectivity 4G-LTE
Dimensions 133.3 x 72.3 x
9.2 mm
Weight 159g
Battery 2,000mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 129.5 x 66.7 x
9.2mm
Weight 134g
Battery 1,830mAh
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OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1GHz dual-core
Screen 4.3 inches
Resolution 480 x 800 pixels
Memory 512MB RAM
Storage 8GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Cameras 6.7MP front-facing,
1.3MP front-facing
Video 720p
OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1.5GHz dual-core
Screen 4.3 inches
Resolution 800 x 480 pixels
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 8GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera: 8.0MP rear-facing,
VGA front-facing
Video: 1080p
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 127.9 x 67.5 x
9mm
Weight 128g
Battery 2,000mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 123.8 x 68.5
x 9.9mm
Weight: 160g
Battery: 1,650 mAh
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Dimensions: 130 x 70.8 x
10.7mm
Weight: 185g
Battery: 2,000 mAh
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OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1.5GHz dual-core
Screen 4.5 inches
Resolution: 1280 x 760
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 16GB/32GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 8MP rear-facing,
1.3MP front-facing
Video: 1080p
os Windows Phone 8
Processor 1.5GHz dual-core
Screen 4.5 inches
Resolution: 1280 x 760
Memory 2GB RAM
Storage 32GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 41MP rear-facing,
1.2MP front-facing
Video: 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 129 x 70.6 x
8.5 mm
Weight: 139g
Battery 2,000 mAh
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G LTE
Dimensions 137 x 71 x
9.8mm
Weight 167g
Battery 2,420mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 130.4 x 71.4 x
10.4 mm
Weight: 158g
Battery 2,000 mAh battery
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OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1.7GHz dual-core
Screen 6 inches
Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Memory 1GB
Storage 8GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 5MP rear-facing,
VGA front-facing
Video 1080p
OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 2.2GHz quad-core
Screen 6 inches
Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Memory 2GB RAM
Storage 32GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Camera 20MP rear-facing,
1.2MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G-LTE
Dimensions 164.2 x 85.9 x
9.8mm
Weight 220g
Battery 3,400 mAh
Connectivity 4G-LTE
Dimensions 162.8 x 85.4 x
8.7mm
Weight 209g
Battery 3,200 mAh
Video 1080p
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 126 x 64.7 x
10mm
Weight 140g
Battery 2,000 mAh
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Samsung Ativ S
OS Windows Phone 8
Processor 1.5GHz dual-core
Screen 4.8-inch
Resolution 720 x 1280
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 16GB/32GB
MicroSD Compatible? Yes
Cameras 8.0MP rear-facing,
1.9MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 117 x 59 x 11mm
Weight 120g
Battery 1,850 mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 137 x 70.5 x
8.7 mm
Weight 135g
Battery 2,300 mAh
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Dimensions 118 x 62 x 11mm
Weight 119g
Battery 1,500 mAh
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Connectivity 4G LTE
Dimensions 121.2 x 62.7
x 9.8mm
Weight 115g
Battery 1,500 mAh
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 137.5 x 70.8 x
16.6mm
Weight 200g
Battery 2,430mAh
Connectivity 4G LTE
Dimensions 167.6 x 88 x
8 mm
Weight 199g
Battery 3,200 mAh
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Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 109 x 59 x
12mm
Weight 105g
Battery 1,300 mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 151 x 81 x 9 mm
Weight 183g
Battery 1,300 mAh
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Samsung Galaxy S3
330 SIM-free
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Video 1080p
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 125 x 66 x 9mm
Weight 116g
Battery 1,650 mAh
1.9MP front-facing
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G LTE
Size 137 x 71 x 9mm
Weight 133g
Battery 2,100 mAh
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions: 121.6 x 63 x
9.9 mm
Weight 111.5g
Battery 1,500 mAh
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Connectivity 4G LTE
Dimensions 136.6 x 69.8 x
7.9 mm
Weight 130g
Battery 2,600 mAh
Connectivity 4G LTE
Dimensions 139.7 x 71.3 x
9.1 mm
Weight 151g
Battery 2,600 mAh
Connectivity 4G LTE
Dimensions 142 mm x 72.5
mm x 8.1 mm
Weight 145g
Battery 2,800mAh
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Sony Xperia Go
Sony Xperia L
Sony Xperia J
Dimensions 128.7x 65 x
9.7mm, 137g
Display 4.3 inch, TFT
capacitive touchscreen,
480x854 pixels, 228 ppi
OS Android 4.1
CPU Qualcomm MSM8230
Snapdragon
dual core 1GHz
GPU Adreno 305
Dimensions 120.5 x 63 x
10.28 mm
OS Windows Phone 8
Screen 4.0-inch S-LCD
Resolution 480x800
Processor Qualcomm
Snapdragon S4 1GHz
dual-core
GPU Adreno 305
RAM 512MB
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Sony Xperia SP
Sony Xperia T3
Sony Xperia Z
OS Android 4.1
Screen 4.6inch / 720x1280
pixels
Input Capacitive
touchscreen
Camera 8MP, VGA front
Video Record / Playback
Audio Music player / Stereo
Bluetooth / 3.5mm jack
Memory 8GB expandable via
micro SD card
Battery 2370mAh
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 150.7 x 77 x 7mm
Weight 148g
Battery 2,500mAh
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Sony Xperia Z2
OS Android 4.3
Processor Qualcomm
Snapdragon 800
Screen 4.3-inch HD
Triluminos
Resolution 720 x 1,280
pixels
Memory 2GB
Storage 16GB, expandable
to 64GB
Video 1080p
Wireless Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
4.0
Ports micro SD, microUSB
Battery 3000 mAh
Dimensions 144 x 74 x
8.5mm
Weight 170g
Video 720p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 146.8 x 73.3 x
8.2mm
Weight 163g
Battery 3,200mAh
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Vodafone Smart 3
OS Android 4.2,
upgradeable to Android 4.3
Processor 2.2GHz
Qualcomm Snapdragon
800
Screen 1080 x 1920 pixels,
6.4 inches
Memory 2GB
Storage 16GB
Camera 8 MP rear-facing,
2 MP front-facing
Video 1080p@30fps
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0,
wi-fi, NFC
Ports MicroSD, Micro-USB
Dimensions 179.4 x 92.2 x
6.5 mm
Weight 212g
Battery 3050 mAh
LED flash
Video Yes
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11
a/b/g/n, dual-band,
Bluetooth 4.0, NFC
Ports USB 2.0, MicroSD,
3.5mm audio jack
Battery life Li-Ion 1700 mAh,
9h (3G) accurate
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Yezz Andy A5
ZTE Blade V
8.6mm
Weight 106g
Battery 2,000mAh
RAM 512MB
Storage 4GB internal,
expandable to 32GB via
MicroSD
Camera 5MP
Wireless Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
2.1.
Ports Micro USB, MicroSD,
3.5mm audio jack.
Battery life 1600mAh
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Cortex-A9
GPU PowerVR SGX544
RAM 1 GB RAM
Storage 16 GB/32 GB
Cameras front facing
1.3MP with 720p video
Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n,
dual-band
Ports USB 2.0, 3.5mm
audio jacks, Bluetooth
Weight 320g
Battery 8 hours
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OS Amazon customised
Android OS, v4.1.2
Processor Snapdragon
800 2.2GHz quad-core
Screen 1902 x 1200 pixels,
7 inches
Memory 2GB RAM
Storage 16GB, 32GB,
64GB versions available
Camera 8MP front-facing
OS iOS 6.0.1
Screen 7.9-inch LED-backlit
IPS LCD
Resolution 768 x 1024 pixels
at 162 pixels per inch
Input Capacitive touchscreen
CPU Apple A5 1GHz dual core
GPU PowerVR SGX543MP2
Memory 512MB
Storage 16/32/64GB
OS iOS 5
Screen 9.7-inch TFT
Resolution 1536 x 2048
pixels
Input Capacitive touchscreen
Processor 1GHz Cortex-A9
Memory 1GB
Storage 16/32/64GB
Camera 5MP rear-facing,
0.3MP front-facing
Video 720HD
Wireless Wi-fi (optional
Vodafone 4G version)
Ports microUSB
Dimensions 131.8 x 66.9
x 9.9 mm
Weight 302g
Flash No
Video 1080p HD
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
Ports 3.5mm audio jack,
proprietary Apple connector
Standby time 720 hours
Use time 9 hours
Size 241 x 186 x 9mm
Weight 662g
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Archos 79 Platinum
Archos 101 XS 2
OS iOS 6.0.1,
Screen 9.7 inch LED
Resolution 1536 x 2048
pixels at 264 ppi pixel density
CPU Apple A6X, Dual-core
GPU PowerVR SGX554MP4,
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 16/32/64 GB storage
Camera 5MP rear facing,
1.2MP front facing
OS Android 4.2.2
SCREEN 10.1-inch/1,280 x
800 pixels
CAMERA 2MP rear, 2MP
front
VIDEO Record/playback
AUDIO Music player/3.5mm
jack
MEMORY 16GB expandable
via microSD
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Pad TF701T
Reviewed: February 2014, price: 429
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The Asus Transformer Pad TF701T packs a
beautiful screen and the keyboard dock is
well thought out. But dated software and
the threat of a Google Nexus 10 sequel
make this a niche device. Do you really
need a keyboard? The iPad mini begs to
differ.
OS Android 4.3 (via an overthe-air update)
SCREEN 10.1-inch/2,560 x
1,600 pixels
INPUT Capacitive
touchscreen
CAMERA 5MP rear, 1.2MP
front
VIDEO Record/playback
AUDIO Music player/3.5mm
jack
MEMORY 32/64GB
BATTERY Tablet 31Wh, dock
16Wh
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Google Nexus 10
Video 720p HD
Wireless 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi
Bluetooth 4.0
Ports 3.5mm audio jack,
Micro USB 2.0
Battery 10 hours use,
300 hours standby
Size 199 x 120 x 10mm
Weight 340g
RAM 2 GB
Cameras 5 MP (main), 1.9
MP (front)
Wireless Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
NFC Android Beam
Storage 16 GB/32 GB
Connectivity Micro USB,
Micro HDMI, 3.5mm
headphone jack
Battery 9000 mAh
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Lenovo ThinkPad 8
OS Windows 8.1
Processor 2.4GHz quad-core
Screen 8.3 inches
Resolution 1,200 x 1,920
pixels
Memory 2GB RAM
Storage 32GB
Micro SD compatible? Yes
Camera 8MP rear-facing,
2.2MP front-facing
OS Windows 8
Processor Intel Core i73689Y 1.5GHz
Graphics Intel HD
Graphics 4000
Screen 11.6-inches (1366x
768 pixels) IPS
Memory 8GB DDR3 RAM
Storage 256GB SSD
Connectivity Wi-Fi,
Video 720p
Dimensions 197.1 x 116.1 x
10.7 mm
Weight 372 g
Battery non-removable, 5h
media time
Video 1080p
Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 8.83 x 5.2 x
0.35 inches
Weight 439g
Bluetooth 4.0
Keyboard Full-sized
QWERTY
Ports USB 3.0, USB 2.0, 2x1
card reader,
HDMI-out
Dimensions 297.94 x 203.96
x 17 mm
Weight 1.39 kg
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Lenovo Miix 2
OS Windows 8.1
Processor 1.3GHz quad-core
Screen 8 inches
Resolution 1280 x 800 pixels
Memory 2GB
Storage 32GB
MicroSD compatible? Yes
Camera 5MP rear-facing,
2MP front-facing
Video 1080p
OS Windows 8.1
SCREEN 10.6
inches/1,920x1,080 pixels
INPUT Capacitive
touchscreen
CAMERA 720p-resolution
front and rear
VIDEO Record/playback
AUDIO Music player/3.5mm
jack
OS Windows 8.1
SCREEN 10.1 inches, 1,920 x
1,080 pixels, 218PPI
processor Qualcomm
Snapdragon 800
MEMORY 2GB
CAMERA 6.7MP with Carl
Zeiss lens
AUDIO Music player/3.5mm
jack
Connectivity 3G
Dimensions 8.3 x 215.6 x
131mm
Weight 350g
Battery 4,730mAh
MEMORY
64GB/128GB/256GB/512GB,
expandable
BATTERY 48Wh
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OS Android 4.1
Processor Dual-core
1.2GHz
Screen 600 x 1,024 pixels,
7 inches
Memory 1GB RAM
Storage 8GB/16GB,
expandable up to 64GB
Camera 3.15MP (back),
1.3MP (front)
Video 720p@30fps
Wireless WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0
Ports micro-USB, microSD
Dimensions 188 x 111.1 x
9.9mm
Weight 306g
Battery Li-Ion 4,000 mAh
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Connectivity 4G
Dimensions 125.6 x 212.8 x
6.6mm
Weight 294g
Battery 4,900mAh
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Tesco Hudl
OS Android OS v4.4.2
(KitKat)
Screen 10.1 inches
Processor Quad-core 2.3
GHz
Memory 3GB
Storage 16GB, microSD up
to 64GB
Camera 8.1MP rear, 2.2MP
front
Battery 6,000mAh
Network Wi-fi connectivity,
4G LTE
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