Galaxy S5 Release Date

Release date of the Galaxy S5 is more likely to happen on April 2014 contrary to earlier report that the Galaxy S4 replacement is making its grand entry as early as January of the same year, a new report said.

Buzz about Samsung launching a new premium smartphone featuring a metal body is getting hotter. According to a report in Korean publication ETNews, the device dubbed Galaxy F may make a debut around the same time as the company's upcoming smartphone flagship Galaxy S5. 

As per the report, the prototype of the metallic smartphone was developed in Europe and later moved to the company's production facility in Vietnam. An earlier report had said that Samsung is preparing a new Galaxy F line of devices, which will be placed above the S and Note series. However, it was also being speculated that the Galaxy S5 could also sport a metal frame. 

Previously, alleged images of a metal frame of a Samsung smartphone too had leaked online. It was reported that the metal frame was provided by a Samsung sub-contractor, which has been asked to manufacture it without specifying the model. 

The frame was 143.83mm in length and 72.27mm in width, compared to the 136.6mm long and 69.8mm wide Galaxy S4. These dimensions suggested a larger screen than 5-inch. It is also rumoured that the Galaxy S5 will have 2K display resolution and 560ppi pixel density, the highest for any smartphone. 

A Samsung device with model number SM-G900F device, believed to be a higher-end variant of S5, had also appeared on AnTuTu benchmarks. The device that showed up on the benchmark results is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chip and 3GB of RAM. The Krait processor part of the chip had been clocked at 2.5GHz. The phone was detected as having 1080p display, though it's possible that Samsung locked the resolution to that particular resolution (Galaxy S5 is said to sport a 2K display). The device was running Android 4.4 KitKat and featured a 16MP camera. It is likely that this device was Galaxy F. 

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10 Gadgets that caught our eye in 2013

2013 was a great year for exciting gadgets, and we've compiled a list of some of the most interesting products which caught our eye.

 Sony Lens Cameras:  

The Japanese electronics giant introduced a novel concept at IFA 2013 – what it called ‘Lens Cameras'. Meant as accessories for smartphones and tablets, the Lens Cameras enhanced the imaging experience of these devices. Interestingly, they can also be used cameras independently of any other device. The cameras work with Android and iOS devices able to support the Sony PlayMemories app.

 YotaPhone: 

Created by Yota Devices, a subsidiary of Russian wireless internet provider Yota, the YotaPhone is one of the most innovative smartphones to have been launched in 2013, featuring a novel dual-display configuration – an always-on E-Ink display on one side, and a regular LCD on the other. The phone's USP is its 'always on' feature, which Yota Devices says is a glaring omission in modern smartphones.

 Pebble:    

A smartwatch that seems to offer a wider-feature set than its counterparts from major manufacturers, namely Samsung and Sony, the Pebble smartwatch was started as a kickstarter project in 2012, but quickly raised sufficient funding, entering mass production in January 2013.

 Leap Motion:    

A motion sensor that enables a gesture control interface, with 10-point inputs, the Leap Motion 3D controller for Mac and PC uses an infrared sensor, and multiple cameras to operate. Apart from converting Mac and PC computers into gesture controlled devices, it also features an app store called Airspace, to truly explore and utilise the novel control mechanism.

 Google Chromecast:  

In July 2013, Google unveiled its $35 Chromecast streaming dongle that lets users stream Internet content from their smartphones, tablets and personal computers to their TVs. Called a smart, and disruptive gadget, it is Google's latest foray in the living room, where once it had failed with Google TV.

 Oculus Rift:  

While virtual reality (VR) is almost an ancient concept in technology timescales, it has yet to hit the mainstream, with display and control issues stopping it from mass adoption. The Oculus Rift, a VR goggle, is one of the most serious attempts at bringing VR to reality, and while it is still in its early stages, it has received critical acclaim, and solid funding to proceed.

 Nvidia Shield:   

Initially started as a concept project, and now available in only Hong Kong and the US, the Nvidia Shieldis anticipated to be launched on a wider scale in the near future. The portable gaming device features a flip-top display and full-fledged game controller, allowing users to play their favourite Android games on it, apart from, more excitingly, allowing users to stream their PC games onto the device, whilst connected on the same Wi-Fi network.

 PaperTab:   

One of the most exciting products to be showcased in 2013, the PaperTab is certainly a glimpse of the future – a paper-thin flexible tablet that can be twisted and dropped. Shown off at CES 2013, the tablet was developed by Queen's University in Canada in collaboration with Plastic Logic and Intel Labs. It features a 10.7-inch plastic display and a second generation Intel Core i5 processor.

 Samsung Curved OLED:   

Ushering in a new way to watch television, Samsung (and soon after, LG), launched the world's first curved OLED TV at CES 2013. According to Samsung, the curved panel provides more depth to the content displayed, for a more life-like viewing experience. It also provides an immersive panorama effect.

 HAPIfork:   

Looking to optimise your eating habits? This fork will help you. Called HAPIfork, it's a fork with a fat handle containing electronics and a battery, powering a motion sensor. If you're eating too fast, the fork will vibrate as a warning. The company behind it, HapiLabs, believes that using the fork 60 to 75 times during meals that last 20 to 30 minutes is ideal for optimum digestion.

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