Rogers today announced its Windows 8 and Windows Phone 8 device lineup for the upcoming launch of Microsoft’s new operating systems. Rogers had already announced some of these devices but others are new. Across all Windows 8 devices, you’ll now have a complete cross-platform experience making it easier to switch between devices to easily access your best friend’s phone number […]
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Late 2012 Verizon smartphone roadmap leaked?
A leaked Verizon handset roadmap has allegedly revealed the smartphones, including a number of higher-end ones, that the carrier will introduce by the year. First up will be the LG Spectrum II in early October. Essentially a rebranded version of the LG Optimus LTE II, it will come with a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, a 4.7-inch […]
Samsung Galaxy Note II and ATIV S coming to Canada “in the coming months”
After Samsung’s UNPACKED 2012 event where it unveiled the new Samsung Galaxy Note II and introduced the ATIV family of Microsoft-powered devices, Samsung Canada provided the following statement about the Canadian availability of these new products: “We are excited to support the Global announcement of the Samsung GALAXY Note 2, ATIV – Windows Phone 8 operating system devices and GALAXY […]
IFA 2012: Windows Phone 8 Samsung ATIV S formally announced
As reported earlier today, Samsung formally announced its first Windows Phone 8 smartphone, the Samsung ATIV S. Samsung ATIV S specifications: Processor: 1.5Ghz dual-core Operating system: Windows Phone 8 Cellular connectivity: HSPA+/GPRS/EDGE Other connectivity: A-GPS, 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 & 5 GHz) Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 3.0, NFC Display: 4.8-inch HD (1280×720) Super AMOLED Input: Capacitive touchscreen Memory: 1GB RAM Storage: […]
Rumour: Samsung to launch Windows Phone 8 Samsung ATIV S smartphone
A day after it came to light that Samsung had registered the Ativ S and Ativ Tab trademarks, The Verge has learned that Samsung will release a Windows Phone 8 as the Samsung ATIV S. As expected, Samsung will use the ATIV brand name for its Microsoft-powered smartphones and tablets. Citing “sources familiar with the company’s plans,” the report indicates […]
Samsung trademarks Ativ Tab and Ativ S brand names
Samsung’s branding for upcoming Windows Phone 8 smartphones and Windows 8 tablets may have been revealed. The company recently registered two new brand names: Ative Tab and Ativ S, giving us a hint as to what it may have in mind. It may use the Ativ brand much as it already uses the Galaxy name for its Android devices. The […]