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What are your thoughts on the new devices announced at Mobile World Congress 2018?
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What are your thoughts on the new devices announced at Mobile World Congress 2018?

March 3, 2018
Mobile World Congress 2018 has come and gone once again. There weren't as many device announcements this year, but we did see some big brand names. Most notable is the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, which will be the most popular Android phone this year. LG, Alcatel, Huawei, ZTE, Nokia, Sony, and ASUS also announced...
How Samsung’s Continuous Improvements Reinforce Their Promising 2018 Prospects
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How Samsung’s Continuous Improvements Reinforce Their Promising 2018 Prospects

January 13, 2018
Samsung is likely going to have an excellent 2018 -- or so they say. That's a sentiment I've seen echoed across all corners of the Android community, and it's not an unjustified expectation. Some point to the fact that they outspend most other OEMs in advertising, that they are supported by their ever-improving chip and...
Smartphone Display Technologies and Terminology Explained: OLED, LCD, Strengths & Weaknesses
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Smartphone Display Technologies and Terminology Explained: OLED, LCD, Strengths & Weaknesses

December 28, 2017
In light of recent conversations about smartphone displays, it’s important to take a step back and consider all the terms we keep reading about in context. Phones like the Google Pixel 2 XL have been criticized for their displays, but on the other hand, consumers have generally praised OLED panels. With such a robust ecosystem,...
No, The Pixel Did Not “Outsell” the iPhone X this Holiday Weekend
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No, The Pixel Did Not “Outsell” the iPhone X this Holiday Weekend

December 28, 2017
If you have been following headlines these past few days you likely have seen a slew of articles with titles not just strongly indicating, but explicitly stating that the Pixel 2 "activated more devices" over the Christmas weekend than iPhones. Unfortunately, the truth runs counter to such claims, though the original report still shows promise...
[Discussion] What are your thoughts on the OnePlus 5T?
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[Discussion] What are your thoughts on the OnePlus 5T?

November 17, 2017
It's been a day after OnePlus officially unveiled its next flagship smartphone: the OnePlus 5T. The phone packs quite the punch in terms of hardware. In terms of raw specifications, it doesn't offer many improvements over the OnePlus 5. Although the display has been bumped to a 6.01" 18:9 panel and with the removal of...
The Huawei Mate 10 Duo is Held Back by Nonsensical Feature Disparities
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The Huawei Mate 10 Duo is Held Back by Nonsensical Feature Disparities

October 29, 2017
Just why does the Huawei Mate 10 Pro omit so many "pro" features? Early this year, while I was still reeling from the Note7 disaster, I was on the hunt for a large, powerhouse Android phone. Traditionally I have two phones I alternate between, a smaller and a larger one. Usually one of these is an...
Why Glass is Replacing Aluminium and Plastic in Flagship Smartphones, and Why it Shouldn’t
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Why Glass is Replacing Aluminium and Plastic in Flagship Smartphones, and Why it Shouldn’t

October 22, 2017
Smartphone design trends come and go, but one trend which has been persistent for the past few years has been the transition to premium materials used in the construction of smartphones. While there was a time when it seemed like every single Android phone was made of plastic, design paradigms have slowly but steadily changed...
Would You Like to See a OnePlus 5T?
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Would You Like to See a OnePlus 5T?

October 13, 2017
Most smartphone OEMs started their business by releasing one flagship smartphone each year and some have released some low-end and/or mid-range devices to offer even more choices to their consumers. It worked well for many. but a number of companies have started to release two different flagships each year. With Samsung, we have the Galaxy...
What Do You Think of the New Pixels and Products Announced at the 2017 Google Event?
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What Do You Think of the New Pixels and Products Announced at the 2017 Google Event?

October 5, 2017
Yesterday was huge for Google as they had a number of hardware products as well as software features to show off. We saw the official unveiling of devices that we had seen rumored in the past, and also saw some surprises tossed in there as well. Those looking for a new flagship smartphone can now...
What’s a Feature From Your Device That You Wish Every Phone Had?
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What’s a Feature From Your Device That You Wish Every Phone Had?

September 29, 2017
A big advantage Android has for enthusiasts is that we get to try out different flavors of Android. If you are savvy enough, you can even build and add in the features that you want to see in a custom ROM for your own smartphone or tablet. Most people on XDA will try out a...
Are You Excited for the Pixel 2 / Pixel 2 XL and Other Google Announcements?
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Are You Excited for the Pixel 2 / Pixel 2 XL and Other Google Announcements?

September 27, 2017
We are exactly one week away from Google launching a new batch of hardware to the world. So far, we have heard about a miniature version of Google Home, a premium Google Pixel Chromebook, an updated version of Daydream View and two new Pixel smartphones from both HTC as well as LG. The smaller of...
What are Your Thoughts on Android Oreo so Far?
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What are Your Thoughts on Android Oreo so Far?

August 30, 2017
Now that everyone has had time to either check out multiple articles or hands-on impressions, or try out the update for themselves, most of us have began cementing our opinion on Android Oreo. Not all updates are created equal, so it's common for hype and satisfaction levels to vary from year to year as Android...