Today, smartphones are no longer a luxury with an increasing number of people using them as their main computing device. Smartphones serve a range of functions from communications to productivity, work, travel, shopping, and much more. And when it comes to customer service, smartphones are revolutionising the way that customers get what they need. As […]

Chinese manufacturer also announces move into smart glasses 

The rate of mobile penetration has risen exponentially throughout the UK in recent times, peaking at an impressive 87% as recently as March 2020. This trend has influenced a raft of activities and marketplaces, including mobile financial trading. More specifically, it’s estimated that a growing number of investors now process at least 50% of their trades through […]

Huawei-commissioned research shows 18 per cent throw away old electronics

Coronavirus drives trend to record levels Online retail will account for more than one in four global smartphone purchases this year, according to Strategy Analytics. The research firm forecasts that 28 percent of smartphones bought this year will be purchased online, an increase of four per cent annually. This is a record share for the […]

Device range to launch in Europe and India OnePlus has confirmed that its new line of cheaper smartphones will be called OnePlus Nord. The manufacturer made the announcement in a video on its oneplus.nord Instagram page. The Nord phones will be OnePlus’ first cheaper device since the original OnePlus One. “We are immensely proud of our flagship […]

When IBM created the first smartphone 25 years ago, there was everything to suggest that the future was going to be very promising. But the scale of how big and how soon that future would be was totally beyond imagination.  Smartphones have come a very long way since then. You can use them to shop, […]

Student years are a wonderful time when life is full of events. To keep in touch, share social media experiences, keep up with your studies, and paper writing service, a student needs a relatively inexpensive and multifunctional smartphone. We have prepared for you the top 5 best smartphones for students in 2020. Each of the […]

Eight of Nokia’s smartphones now run on Android 10 HMD Global has confirmed that its Nokia 3.2 and 4.2 smartphones are the latest to receive the Android 10 rollout. The two smartphones were both launched during the Mobile World Congress last year, where Nokia committed to providing three-years’ worth of monthly security updates plus an additional […]

Most students have the challenge of getting the best smartphone when in college. They want a device that is on the 5G network available everywhere and has limited speed. You need to look for a system, which can best work with 5G. You need to look for new phones from Apple, One Plus, and Google. Look for […]

One in five (20%) people play games on their smartphone, making it one of the most popular gaming devices in the UK, according to research. What’s more, in the past 12 months, the search term ‘mobile games app’ has increased by 100% and ‘mobile games to play with friends’ has increased by a huge 662%. […]

Gaming in this generation is enormous. Most people today play games on their smartphones or laptop, and some even gamble on it. This is because it is so fun and easy to play on one’s smartphone. Mobile gaming has also become so popular due to the always evolving technology. Gaming on the phone has been […]

Three will be ranging both handsets from later this month OnePlus has launched its OnePlus 8 series with both smartphones confirmed as 5G compatible. The Chinese vendor launched the series on April 14 with the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro to be released on April 21. Prices start from £599 for the OnePlus 8 […]

Samsung is yet to confirm release dates but phones will release in coming months Samsung has bolstered its A series line-up with three new smartphones, two of which are 5G compatible. The vendor has announced the Samsung Galaxy A51 5G, Galaxy A71 5G and the Galaxy A41 smartphones. Since the launch of the 5G network, […]

Although release dates are to be confirmed, the smartphones are braced for a Q3 release  TCL has unveiled its latest smartphone series called the 10-Series, which includes the vendor’s first 5G smartphone. In total there are three phones in the series; TCL 10 5G, TCL 10 Pro and TCL 10L. All three smartphones come in […]

Advanced nanocoating technology enables increased reliability and liquid protection for smartphones P2i announced a partnership agreement with Samsung that will see its Barrier nanocoating technology deployed across several smartphone designs from 2019, extending water and liquid protection to the internal components of selected Samsung Galaxy smartphones. P2i’s Barrier will be deployed across other smartphone models in […]

Tri-fold and rollable extendable displays at the forefront TCL is continuing its push into the smartphone space in 2020 by highlighting a range of foldable concepts. The world’s second-largest TV manufacturer has more than three dozen foldable prototypes currently in development. Chief among these are its tri-fold design (early Quality Control version pictured above) and […]

Huawei’s last two smartphones have been released without pre-installed Google services Google has reportedly applied for a US license so that it can provide Huawei smartphones with Google services. That is according to German website Deutsche Press Agentu, who claim Google VP of Android and Google Play Sameer Samat has confirmed that Google has applied for a US […]

First Android 10 (Go Edition) device among lineup TCL has announced four new phones in its Alcatel product portfolio at CES in Las Vegas. The new devices feature a range of firsts for the vendor, including a 48MP triple-camera setup and an Android 10 (Go Edition) device. They are mainly intended for developing markets, with […]

Research conducted by Mobiles.co.uk reveals it would cost a whopping £3,323.09 to physically own all of the additional items found on today’s smartphones Owning a smartphone is £2,594.09 cheaper than purchasing the 50+ extra items commonly found on a smartphone, individually One of the most appealing things about a smartphone is its functionality. However, how much money […]

2019 was a good year for budget phones. The technology in this day and age is wonderful. It’s safe to say that cheap smartphones are getting good. The year we are about to leave behind brought some of the best budget smartphones. Some gave us big and fast-charging batteries and some gave us good cameras. […]

Millennials struggle the most to avoid their phone in bed Nearly a quarter of Britons (23 per cent) struggle to sleep at night due to being distracted by their smartphones according to new research. The research was commissioned by vendor OnePlus, who surveyed 2,000 people in the UK. Many people struggle to sleep due to […]

Ever since smartphones came into everyone’s life, communicating with each other became so much easier. There is no one who wanted to go back in time when everyone is still using rotary type telephones. Smartphones provided great convenience to everyone, not just a tool for communication but also for entertainment. Smartphones provide a lot of […]

At face value, it’s easy to see the kind of impact smartphones have had on the society around us. While it’s easy to shrug and dismiss smartphones as having no importance, especially in school, a little closer observation will have you know that’s not true. Students have grown very attached to their phones. So much […]

When you are a student, chances are you are always searching for new ways to do homework, complete assignments, and useful study. Why not use your device to add efficiency to your study habits. Want to learn more about a topic the teacher mentioned? Do quick internet research and get more facts. Do you want […]

Phones like the Apple iPhone, the Samsung Galaxy S series or expensive gaming smartphones – this is also a technological work of art, but it is still not affordable for many. As a result, the question arises – are there any mobile phones that can help at least a little compared to flagship devices like […]

There is a lot of mobile telephone companies working in various pieces of the world. Authority is yet to be declared in light of the fact that things continually changing with an unexpected change. Like in a timespan if Samsung is doing incredible business with one unique brand, perhaps inside five or a half year […]

Vue Entertainment and Sony today announced a partnership that will see a 21:9 format co-branded advertisement play in screening pre-shows across the Vue UK & Ireland and CinemaxX estate in Germany. As well as showcasing Sony’s hardware prowess with the launch of its new 21:9 screen ratio handsets, the new ident also reminds viewers of […]

The IO 3D and IO 3D Pro will be available to pre-order from Amazon at midnight tonight (March 20) American smartphone vendor Rokit announced its two 3D capable smartphones will be available to order from Amazon at midnight tonight (March 20). At a global launch event in Los Angeles, California, Rok Group founders John Paul […]

Apple is the most popular choice for millennials and generation Z, with two fifths (40%) currently using an iPhone and two thirds (59%) considering buying one in the future. Over 35s prefer Samsung, with a third (29%) currently using one, and over two thirds (68%) considering buying one in the future. The AMW (average monthly […]

The 5G-ready Mi Mix 3 will cost ‚¬599 and the Mi 9 starts at ‚¬449  Xiaomi launched the Mi 9 and a 5G Mi Mix 3 on the eve (Feb 24) of Mobile World Congress at the Palau de Congressos de Catalunya venue in Barcelona. The 5G smartphone (below) will cost ‚¬599 and will be […]

Xperia 1 set for a spring launch, while Xperia 10 and 10 Plus is available from today  Sony claims it has launched the “worlds first” 4K OLED display after unveiling the Sony Xperia 1 during the Mobile World Congress. It will be available from early spring, with the 6.5-inch display coming with a 21:9 ratio. […]

New ROKiT smartphones offer glasses-free 3D technology and extensive 3D content library ROKiT’s unique lifestyle package includes vehicle breakdown, recovery and home start, plus £50,000 Personal Accident insurance Free Wi-Fi calling to UK landlines and mobiles and 60 countries internationally  ROKiT, the US telecommunications company today announces it will launch its 3D-capable Android smartphones in the UK. […]

OPPO becomes the fourth Chinese smartphone vendor in the UK after Huawei, OnePlus and Xiaomi  Chinese smartphone manufacturer OPPO has announced it is launching in the UK with a launch event planned for January 29. The arrival was confirmed by OPPO’s official UK Twitter team as it follows fellow Chinese players Huawei, OnePlus and Xiaomi into […]

The £400 to £600 price-band was the most popular among the premium segment Premium smartphone sales make up one-fifth of all smartphone sales worldwide according to Counterpoint Research’s Market Monitor. Globally the premium segment of the smartphone market grew 19 per cent faster than the overall smartphone market which declined five per cent in the […]

HONOR 9 Lite was the No. 1 online best-selling smartphone in the £120-£200 category HONOR 10 was the online mid-range bestseller HONOR devices saw an impressive 250% sales increase following last year’s performance HONOR, a leading smartphone brand, shared figures today that reveals an impressive pan-European sales performance across Black Friday weekend and Cyber Monday, […]

These days, you will be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t own at least one digital device. Using digital devices, whether smartphones or tablets, is a trend that crosses most demographics. After all, technology really has seeped into every aspect of modern society. As such, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to learn that one […]

The consumer electronics market is shifting, and tech-savvy users are starting to prefer convenience over other product features. It should come as no surprise that we’ve also seen an increase in the use of smartphone cameras, alongside decreases in the popularity and sales of compact cameras. With smartphone manufacturers constantly working on improvements and advancing […]

Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro smartphones available from EE, O2, Vodafone and Sky Mobile now Huawei has unveiled the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro smartphones which both come with bigger screens and batteries than the previous Mate 10 series. At the Excel in London, Huawei revealed the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro […]

A new report from Deloitte says the public are conscious of how long they are using their devices Seventeen million people in the UK believe they use their smartphones too much, according to new research from research company Deloitte. The company asked 4,150 UK smartphone owners and found 39 per cent thought they used their […]

From January to April 2018, Honor sold 18.07 million units in China and saw sales revenue reach £2.96 billion Huawei sub-brand Honor reported a 150 per cent surge in international sales and shipped three million of its flagship Honor 10. Honor claims overall sales in the UK has improved 200 per cent although figures were not […]

Only 33 per cent of people are vigilant with passwords  New research has revealed more than seven out of 10 people believe smartphones and tablets are too complicated now and IT security could be risked as a result. The survey carried out by network support company Lifeline IT found three-quarters of those questioned fail to […]

The Android O release is just around the corner and plenty of handsets are scheduled to receive the update. It can be quite time consuming figuring out if your going to receive it, so we’ve compiled a list of all the devices currently expected to receive the new mobile operating system. BlackBerry BlackBerry KEYone BlackBerry […]

We’ve all surely wondered why flagship smartphones are so expensive from time to time. The typical price for a flagship now easily exceeds £600, which is about what you pay for a half-decent laptop. It’s a huge amount of money which justifies why most people resort to expensive contracts as a way to fund the […]

We all love our smartphones, but do we love them a little too much? This infographic from Neon SMS seems to suggest so… Is the smartphone the greatest piece of technological hardware of all time? Many would say yes. It’s hard to disagree when, with a device that can fit in your hand and pocket, […]

Nintendo could be bringing the hugely popular Legend of Zelda franchise to mobile devices, with a launch penned before March 2018. A report by Wall Street Journal suggests that Nintendo is developing a Legend of Zelda game for smartphones. The title is likely to follow the upcoming mobile release of Animal Crossing, which is expected […]

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) are working on digitising your licence to be stored on your smartphone. The three main things you usually check before heading out are: phone, keys and wallet. In the near future you can probably cut out wallet, as DVLA are adding a nail to the coffin of our leathery companion. As a […]

Nintendo promises Fire Emblem and Animal Crossing will be heading to smartphones. In a tweet Nintendo has got fans salivating at the thought of triple A titles coming to smartphones. The titles in question are Fire Emblem and Animal Crossing. No further details were revealed about the two titles, nor release dates or whether the games will be […]

Lenovo has announced two new smartphones with a focus on extended battery life.  With the recent acquisition of Motorola, we thought that it could mean less Lenovo handsets and more Moto. Still, this hasn’t stopped the company from releasing two new smartphone devices at IFA this year. Dubbed the VIBE series, they both feature a […]

At the ZenFestival today in New Delhi, India, ASUS Chairman Jonney Shih showed off a raft of new ZenFone 2 smartphones. With the new releases including the ZenFone 2 Deluxe, the ZenFone 2 Laser and the ZenFone Selfie, ASUS customers have plenty of options. All of the Zenfone 2 models run the most up to […]

With not one but two new Xperia smartphones announced today, Sony introduces more competition to the mid-range smartphone market. The Xperia C5 Ultra and the Xperia M5 both boast advances in camera resolution, battery life, performance and overall design. For the first time, the C5 Ultra offers dual 13 megapixel cameras, meaning that selfies will […]

A pair of researchers in the United States have crafted a way to anonymously steal personal information from keycard scanners by using a smartphone. They engineered a small device that can be placed over the wires of electronic door scanners. It then intercepts the signal which is transferred between the keycard and reader, transferring it over Bluetooth back […]

Samsung may be distancing themselves further from Google by release several new Tizen devices. Tizen may not have had the start that Samsung wanted but it still did surprisingly well in emerging markets. With over 1 million Z1 phones sold in India since January, the Korean firm sees potential in their new in-house operating system. Reuters […]

Rumours about the next Apple, LG and Samsung flagships have started popping up everywhere. Everyone’s nattering on about screen size, processor type and amount of RAM they all could be equipped with. Whilst all this hardware and software is important, there are other much more exciting smartphone features that need to be improved or added. […]

Sunshine is a rarity in the UK. When it actually arrives, us Brits are out in our numbers soaking up as much of it as we can before it gets all dreary again. A smartphone with a good camera is a must if you want to make the most of the warm spring weather. You needn’t […]

Final Fantasy XI has been in the news an awful lot this week for a game that’s more than a decade old. Earlier it was announced that Square Enix would be shutting the title down on PlayStation 2 and Xbox 360 next year. This isn’t particularly surprising – the thought of thousands of people coming […]

[alert type=alert-blue]Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G[/alert] Now comfortably one of the biggest forces in Asia, Xiaomi has launched its first ever 4G handset to be available in India: the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4G. Unlike most handsets released in the subcontinent, the Redmi Note 4G is actually a rather high-end device (at least comparatively speaking). It’s an […]

Another month, another range of new devices released outside of the UK. October’s highlights include a new flagship phablet from Phillips – the first device from the firm to come with a qHD resolution – and a big battery-powered beast from Motorola in the US. Meanwhile, retail innovation is still running rampant in Asia as […]

The BBC aims to boost uptake of DAB radio by launching a new service that it hopes major smartphone manufacturers will adopt in their new handsets. Partnering with the government and a coalition of radio broadcasters, the BBC aims to woo device makers such as Samsung and Apple to include DAB hardware in their new […]

Nokia must pay damages to consumers in Mexico who reported malfunctioning handsets, following a court ruling for a trial that has lasted four years. The case was brought to court by Mexican watchdog Profeco in 2010, before the Finnish manufacturer was acquired by Microsoft – that deal was only completed earlier this year. According to […]

This month’s smartphone highlights include an affordable phablet from LG , Google’s big push into India with Android One, Huawei’s sapphire Ascend P7 for China and an octa-core stunner from Meizu. [alert type=alert-blue]Android One[/alert] Google has revealed the first three handsets that will roll out as part of its affordable Android One smartphone programme, starting […]

Google has revealed the first handset 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 […]

A new Google invitation for an event in India is doing the rounds today, which has led many to speculate that it could mark the launch of the Android One programme. Aside from confirming the 15 September release date, the event teaser – which contains a downward spiral of colourful, interconnected squares – gives a […]

This month Sharp targets the US with a bezel-free stunner, Sony goes selfie crazy, an ultra low-end smartphone launches in India and two new operating systems hit Asia [alert type=alert-blue]Sharp Aquos Crystal[/alert] The Aquos Crystal could go a long way in establishing Sharp’s credentials as a smartphone maker in the West. Although the electronics manufacturer […]

Google is following in the footsteps of Motorola by creating a new platform that will let users create custom smartphone cases and wallpapers. Entitled ‘Workshop’, the preliminary project only works with the Nexus 5 at this stage, but will likely be expanded to include more devices. Workshop is currently made up of two tools: MapMe […]

The Hilton chain of hotels and resorts is investing some serious funds in to bringing its business to mobile. An industry typically ahead of the curve when it comes to adapting mobile technology, the travel sector is no stranger to the smartphone – but advancements have typically been made by airlines and airports, not purveyors […]

Things are looking pretty rosy for the Asian smartphone manufacturers. Earlier this month we had good news out of the Xiaomi camp, as China’s third most popular brand announced record sales and a brand new flagship handset, HTC turned a profit  for the first time in a year, and LG  tripled its profits in Q2 […]

On this month’s list of the best international smartphones;  Huawei and ZTE go flagship crazy in China, Xiaomi declares a price war with its impressive new handset and Indian e-retailer Flipkart’s new devices set the entry-level market ablaze [alert type=alert-blue]Huawei Honor 6[/alert] The Asian manufacturer that is currently gaining the most traction in the West […]

LG is reporting a turnaround in profits following solid sales within its mobile division. The company has shown that the reported smartphone slump isn’t necessarily affecting all manufacturers, despite Samsung recently being hit by a slow quarter. Instead, LG shipped a record 14.5 million smartphones – up 20% year-on-year and 17% from the previous quarter. […]

Not content with releasing a new flagship device and a new wearable range already this year, Samsung is launching several new budget smartphones aimed squarely at the entry-level market. The Korean manufacturer has unveiled a quartet of new affordable Galaxy smartphones, with similar entry-level specs. First off the block is the Galaxy Core II which […]

Microsoft has launched a pre-release of its Outlook Web App (OWA) for Android devices running KitKat 4.4 or higher. If you are interested in the beta version of the mail client, then there are some other requirements your device needs to meet. OWA will only work if your mailbox is running on Office 365 for […]

With an increasing number of mobile devices being released exclusively outside the West, there is now a barrage of desirable smartphones, tablets and accessories that never make it to these shores. Manufacturers from emerging regions such as China and India are causing waves in their domestic markets with innovative products at affordable prices and, consequently, […]

Speculation is building in regard to Google’s reported plans to replace its Nexus line of devices with a new range of Android Silver smartphones. The rumours are now gaining traction through more reliable sources. One of these is popular Twitter leaker @evleaks, who has revealed that Google will scrap its Nexus line and therefore will […]

Samsung plans to launch smartphones running the Tizen open source operating system by the end of the second quarter. Yoon Han-kil, a senior executive from the South Korean company, told Reuters that the first Tizen-based smartphone to be launched in this timeframe  will be a high-end device, with the second aimed at the mid-market, where […]

It seems that with all the apps and games aimed at children these days, kids are accustomed to growing up around electronic devices. According to a new survey, however, the trend is leading to mobile tech replacing traditional toys in the lives of toddlers. Media research firm The Michael Cohen Group (MCG) released the results […]

Karbon Mobiles is set to launch dual OS (operating system) smartphones that run both Windows and Android. Having recently completed a deal with Microsoft, the company will launch the new devices in its domestic Indian market in June. The company has yet to announce a price range for the handsets. Karbonn, which at present sources […]

HTC has updated its mid-range portfolio launching the Desire 816 and 610 devices on the first day of Mobile World Congress (MWC). The HTC Desire 816 has a 5.5 inch 720p display, 1.5GB of RAM, 8GB of storage, a 13MP rear camera, a 5MP front-facing camera and a 2600 mAh battery. It is powered by […]

Taiwanese manufacturer HTC says that it will make cheaper smartphones to revive its struggling business. According to the company, its focus on its flagship devices such as the HTC One and M8 led to it missing out on a “huge chunk” of the mid-tier market. HTC Chief Financial Officer Chialin Chang recently told Reuters that […]

HP has decided that it’s time to grab a slice of the portable devices market. The company has confirmed two tablets that come with voice calling. In other words, the Slate 6 and Slate 7 Voicetabs, both named after their respective screen sizes, are essentially huge smartphones. Both are Android Jelly Bean devices with quad-core […]

Sony’s PlayStation Now service has undoubtedly been one of the biggest reveals of CES 2014. We knew such a system was coming, although the announcement of it heading to TVs, smartphones and tablets was a surprise. So how will you play greats like The Last Of Us on a tablet? Simple – with a DualShock […]

CES doesn’t get ‘officially’ underway for a little while yet but that hasn’t stopped Nvidia from announcing its latest mobile processor, the Nvidia Tegra K1. The company revealed the new tech at its press conference this week. The Nvidia Tegra K1 is a high-performance chipset that’s capable of powering game engines that will be used […]

Board games and handmade gifts will be more popular Christmas presents this year than tablets and smartphones, research from Gocompare has found. According to the comparison website, seven per cent of people in the UK are expecting to receive a tablet for Christmas, with four per cent expecting a smartphone as a gift. This is […]

Grand Theft Auto is no stranger to smartphones, with the groundbreaking GTAIII hitting devices a few years ago and its sequel, Vice City, following soon after. Then there was the GTAV app that launched alongside the blockbuster game back in September. Now another classic is coming to handsets in the form of Grand Theft Auto: […]

Samsung has its fingers in many, many pies when it comes to smartphones. The company has flagship phones, camera phones, budget phones, tougher phones, mini phones, curved phones and so many others, and now a Samsung wraparound phone could be incoming. Bloomberg reports that the next Galaxy S might have a curved display, though not […]

If you’re looking at the headline and wondering who KAZAM are, then we’re beginning to wonder where you’ve been the past six months, with KAZAM being the brand headed by two former HTC execs to bolster UK manufacturing, and in the company’s own words — “disrupt the status quo”. KAZAM is all set to begin […]

We all know Samsung is huge, but how huge do you think it is? Well according to the latest study from ABI Research, Samsung sells more than practically everyone else combined — especially when you add up Apple, BlackBerry, Nokia and Microsoft’s share of the smartphone market. Samsung managed to capture 35 per cent of […]

It wasn’t long ago that Sony has facing huge issues across its entire line, but the company has seemingly turned things around a bit since. In its latest company earnings call Sony smartphones were revealed to be selling well, although other devices didn’t fare so well. Mobile sales have increased by 39.3 percent since the […]

It’s time for some more facts and figures.Nielsen’s Q3 mobile report has revealed that nearly 65 percent of US phone owners use a smartphone. Specifically, it’s at 64.7 percent. Take that, feature phones. The analytics company’s report confirmed a few more interesting tidbits. Firstly, 70 percent of mobile usage in the 13 to 17 age […]

LG Q3 results are next up on this month’s financial platter, and the company has done pretty well for itself. Overall, the company saw an increase on operating profit over LG Q3 2012. Results rose 27 percent to some $196.34 million. Consolidated revenue is up 12 percent over the same period last year to $12.51 […]

Here’s your Monday morning conspiracies update. Research is suggesting that the accelerometer inside your smartphone may be exposing the device. This means advertisers may be picking up on your activity. Security researcher Hristo Bojinov has said as much to SF Gate. Apparently the imperfections in a device’s accelerometer make it easy to pick out. Every […]

There are a lot of good RPGs on smartphones, but now one of the all time greats is heading there. Square Enix has announced that it will release Final Fantasy VI on mobile devices this winter. This won’t just be a straight up port of the classic, rather the developers are going to tweak the […]

Microsoft hasn’t yet announced what it’s going to do with Nokia’s Windows Phones when the sale is completed in early 2014, but according to a What Mobile poll — it would be wise to continue using the Nokia branding. According to those who set out to answer the poll on our website, 78.4 percent of […]

Panasonic may be exiting the smartphone business, but it seems to only be doing so in Japan, with the company launching three smartphones in India — the P11, T21, and T11. All three phones come with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and are aimed at the mid-to-low end of the market, with the T11 seemingly being […]

It’s finally official, Nokia is joining Microsoft — well at least part of it — with today’s announcement that Microsoft plans on spending $7.1 billion in cash on the Finnish firm’s Devices and Services division. It had been long rumoured that the two companies had been in talks about a potential takeover by Microsoft, but […]

It seems like an age since BlackBerry announced the availability of Blackberry  Messenger  for Android and iOS, but still we’ve yet to hear an official date. Whilst BlackBerry twiddles its thumbs over messaging services have been able to extend their lead. Now it looks like Android users who have been hoping to use BBM might […]

Word has it that BlackBerry is aiming to see its popular BlackBerry Messenger service come pre-loaded on some Android handsets.

The organisers of the world’s largest consumer electronics show, CES, believe that smartphones, tablets and their integration with other products will dominate January’s show. The Consumer Electronics Association’s Director of Industry Analysis Steve Koenig and Shawn DuBravac, its Chief Economist and Senior Director of Research took the stage at CES Unveiled London to layout their […]

Voting for the What Mobile Awards 2012 will be closing soon, so this is your chance to vote for the phones, tablets, networks and services that have impressed you the most over the past 12 months. All but our prestigious Editor’s Choice award are voted for entirely by the readers of What Mobile, so we […]

Microsoft has announced Xbox Music, the replacement for its Zune service, and also released details of it appearing in Windows Phone 8 devices from launch. That’s great news for anyone planning to buy a Nokia Lumia 920, HTC Windows Phone 8X or even Samsung Ativ S handset. Xbox Music launches today on the Xbox 360 […]