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While many market watchers are concerned that Apple has not announced preorder numbers for the iPhone 5c and may face supply constraints with the iPhone 5s, one analyst believes launch weekend sales will blow past last years record setting iPhone 5 performance. According to KGI analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apples silence may simply be a strategy to conceal the exact iPhone 5s and 5c sales breakdown from competitors, and does not necessarily mean preorders for the plastic shelled device are weak. In fact, Kuo said in a note to investors on Wednesday that Apple will likely ship 6 to 8 million new iPhones over the devices first weekend of sales. By comparison, Apple racked up 5 million sales when the iPhone 5 debuted last year. Earlier in the day, Piper Jaffray analyst Gene Munster forecast 5 to 6 million unit sales, a more conservative number based on the prior models in-store launch sales. Kuo believes Apple wont show its hand until the launch weekend is over, combining total iPhone 5s and 5c ...

First Guy In Line At An Apple Store In Germany AP. Samsungs commercials may make fun of Apple fans waiting in lines for the next iDevice, but the South Korean tech giant may not be above trying to figure out just what drives those fans to queue up hours and days in advance. As Apple fans lined up to get the new generation of iPhone, the Cupertino companys chief rival sent a video and photography crew to document the lines at Apples flagship Fifth Avenue store in Manhattan. Their goal according to CNET : figuring out what had those customers so excited that they would stand in line for hours — even days — to be the first to get their hands on a new phone. "Other companies release new phones, but theres not as much passion and heat," one Samsung operative said. "Its only Apple. Why? Were curious." Reportedly, the crew only documented the scene in front of the Fifth Avenue store, occasionally asking line-sitters questions: "Is the line shorter or longer this year ...

Google has sent invitations for an event in India on September 15. While the invite itself says "More details closer to the date!", it is expected that the much-awaited Android One smartphones will make their debut at the event. Android One was announced back in June at Google I/O with Indias Karbonn,Micromax, and Spice the confirmed launch partners, though more Indian companies have reportedly joined the list since then. Will you buy an Android One smartphone? Never. Im a die-hard Apple fan. No. I love Windows Phone. Yes. More power to the masses! Vote View Results Android One smartphones with their affordable price tag and near-stock Android software are Googles attempts to regain control of the customer experience in the entry-level segment. While the success of the likes of Moto E (Review |Pictures) has made a little bit of a difference, the experience in the sub-Rs. 10,000 smartphone segment has been sub-par for most Andro...

Besides of Zenfone Series, Padfone S become high success too. A powerful & enhanced mobile experience–Meet the PadFone S , the unique ASUS innovation that combines the best of the smartphone and tablet. PadFone S perfectly demonstrates ASUS’s unique and innovative design philosophy. It is an effortless convergent device that combines technology and style. With PadFone S , you can enjoy the options of different screen sizes that are optimized for different user scenarios. The PadFone S is a premium LTE smartphone with a 5-inch Full HD display that becomes an 8.9-inch Full HD tablet when docked into its companion PadFone S Station. It removes the redundant data syncing and duplication of data plans, providing users with an incredibly light and uncompromised premium experience. App layouts are optimized to fit the two different displays, ensuring you get the best possible experience in each mode. According to my internal source and ASUS Taiwan Official Website, They will be launch...

                     Samsung last night put an end to months of rumors with the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Samsung Galaxy A5 and A3. And speculation Both devices come on the market in early 2015.                   With the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy Samsung Galaxy A5 and A3 last night an end to months of speculation, gossip and rumors about both devices. Although no actual surprise was more about the units to arrive were the introduction moment last night was still quite unexpected. The Samsung Galaxy A5 and Samsung Galaxy A3 puts Samsung with the Samsung Galaxy Alpha continue along that path. Both devices are characterized by a metal frame and a remarkably thin design. Samsung Galaxy A5  The Samsung Galaxy A5 is the most comprehensive as well as the thinnest smartphone of the two devices that Samsung has presented last night. The Samsung Galaxy A5 belongs with a thickness of only 6.7 mm to one of the thinnest smartphones in the world and is also the...

The US space agencys powerful deep-space rocket, known as the Space Launch System (SLS), aims to blast off for the first time in 2018, Nasa said Wednesday. The SLS has been in development for three years already, and when finished it should propel spacecraft beyond Earths orbit and eventually launch crew vehicles to Mars by the 2030s. Nasa has now completed a thorough review of the project, signifying formal space agency commitment to the 70 metric ton version of the SLS at a cost of $7.021 billion from 2014 to 2018. "The program is making real, significant progress," said William Gerstenmaier, associate administrator for the Human Explorations and Operations Mission Directorate at Nasa. "We will keep the teams working toward a more ambitious readiness date, but will be ready no later than November 2018." The Government Accountability Office (GAO), however issued a report last month that called into question the spaces agencys current funding plan for SLS, saying it...

Bangkok--22 Apr--Star Digital Integrated Communications ASUS Thailand introduces the flagship smartphone series and ASUS ZenUI user interface ASUS Thailand announced the availability of the ZenFone Series and the exclusive ASUS ZenUI mobile interface, together with many of its unique features. Among the premier ASUS ZenUI features is PixelMaster, a camera technology that is an essential part of the ZenFone experience. The exclusive PixelMaster camera technology makes it effortless to capture memorable photos and videos in any lighting condition. For the first time, Thai customers can experience the empowering luxury of the long-anticipated ZenFone, available in a range of sizes and colors. All ZenFone models come with ASUS ZenUI, the all-new mobile user interface with over 1000 enhancements that make ASUS mobile devices even more fun and seamless to use. Mr. Jeff Lo, country manager of ASUSTeK Computer (Thailand) Co.,Ltd said that "We are very excited to bring this empowering luxu...

Three models of the ZenFone by Asus (Asus ZenFone 4, 5 and 6), officially introduced in January, will launch on the Czech market later than expected, due to the need to meet Asian demand. Originally the entry in the Czech market was expected in May or June. However they will not enter the Czech market before the autumn now, reports Mobilnet.cz. http://www.telecompaper.com/news/asus-zenfone-launch-on-czech-market-delayed--1016948

BlackBerry on Tuesday has started sending invites to an event in Dubai, London and Toronto on September 24, where it is expected to launch its unique square-shaped smartphone - the BlackBerry Passport. While the company hasnt mentioned that it will unveil the anticipated BlackBerry Passport smartphone on September 24 event, it invites media persons to be among the first to "See the bigger picture." Previously, BlackBerrys CEO John Chen had confirmed that the Passport will launch in September at an event in London. Last month, the Canadian manufacturer had evenstarted taking pre-registrations for the square-shaped Passport smartphone. The dedicated pre-registration page is still live, and interested consumers can sign-up to get more details about the smartphone. Although the design of the BlackBerry Passport is already official, the manufacturer had only revealed it to feature a 4.5-inch 1440x1440 pixel resolution display with a pixel den...

It wasnt too long ago that BlackBerry released a open heartfelt letter to its customers stating why they should stick with them and not give up on BlackBerry. Part of that letter also made mention of BBM for Android and iPhone which means that commitment is still high in that area. To further buttress this, BlackBerrys CMO, Frank Boulben spoke with Reuters and said that as a matter of fact, BlackBerry Messenger will be coming to Android and iPhone for real this time in matters of days. Its not clear how many days we are talking about here especially considering that the first launch which happened 3 weeks ago was a mess. However, Frank Boulben says that hes confident that BlackBerry was able to address the issue that plagued the initial launch. What does this suggest? Well, it just means that very soon, BBM on Android and iPhone will be a reality for everyone soon enough.