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SORIN TRUSCA
I'm Sorin and I'm in charge of the Handheld software section on Softpedia.
I like to keep up to date with the latest technology news, especially the evolution of mobile phones.
When I don't work, I like to read, listen to music and hang out with friends.
Personal motto: "We are just a moment in time / A blink of an eye / A dream for the blind" (Anathema - Shroud of False)"
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Nokia and Safaricom have just announced the immediate availability of Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 smartphones in Kenya. The former is exclusive to major carrier Safaricom and the first 500 customers that will purchase the Lumia 920 will also receive a free Nokia wireless charging plate. Furthermore, the carrier has a s... |
11 February 2013
12:52 UTC |
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With Lumia 920 already confirmed for release in Brazil and Colombia, it’s no surprise that Nokia will launch its Windows Phone 8 series of smartphones in Mexico. However, the bad news is that Nokia Lumia 920 is expected to arrive in Mexico only in April for 10,499 Mexican pesos, which is around $825 or €6... |
11 February 2013
11:21 UTC |
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Canadian carrier Fido is about to add two new Android smartphones to its portfolio, the Galaxy S II LTE and Galaxy Ace II x. MobileSyrup reports that the first to go on sale will be the Galaxy S II LTE, shortly followed by the budget-friendly Galaxy Ace II x. Although we don't have any details on the phones�... |
10 February 2013
22:35 UTC |
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Android enthusiasts who ended up with an LG smartphone, an Optimus 4X HD, an L7 or an L9 in particular, will probably be disappointed to hear their promised Jelly Bean update has been slightly delayed. According to GSMArena, Italian blog Caotic.it, the same source that claimed earlier this month LG Optimus 4X HD wil... |
8 February 2013
08:09 UTC |
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The second chapter of the Metal Slug saga has just been released on Google Play Store. Strangely, developer SNK launched the third part of the series before the second could make its way onto Android devices. Anyway, fans of the series that have already picked up Metal Slug 1 and 3 will probably want to add this one... |
7 February 2013
21:31 UTC |
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Indian company Intex has just announced the upcoming availability of its dual-SIM Aqua Wonder smartphone starting March 2013. The handset will be available for purchase for only Rs 9,990 outright, which is about $185 or €140. The folks at Fonearena report that the smartphone will hit shelves at more than 15,00... |
8 February 2013
00:01 UTC |
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Android enthusiasts who want to keep their everyday chores organized in an easy to manage manner will be happy to know that Wunderlist 2 is now available for tablets. Wunderlist 2 allows users to manage and share their daily to-do lists. The application offers interesting features, such as reminders, recurring event... |
8 February 2013
03:01 UTC |
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Indian company Zync has just revealed that it will launch no less than five Android tablets in India in the next few weeks. According to AndroidOS, the upcoming slates will be priced under Rs 15,000 ($280/ €210), which was to be expected for an Indian company. Apparently, the main selling point of some of thes... |
7 February 2013
00:01 UTC |
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As expected, UK-based carrier Vodafone has announced the immediate availability of five new Windows Phone 8 devices: Nokia Lumia 920, 820 and 620, as well as HTC 8X and 8S. All five smartphones are now available for purchase from Vodafone, both online and at brick and mortar locations, for no upfront cost on select ... |
6 February 2013
11:31 UTC |
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HTC One SV has already been available in Australia for a few weeks now, so Android fans are now in the position to decide if this smartphone is worthy of their attention or not. Australian carrier Optus introduced the One SV a while ago, but now Vodafone has announced the immediate availability of the smartphone as ... |
6 February 2013
23:31 UTC |
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Microsoft and Nokia started the rollout of Windows Phone 7.8 update last week, but some smartphones have been skipped. Although we thought the upgrade will reach all Windows Phone 7.5 devices in the end, it appears that some carriers have chosen not to offer the Windows Phone 7.8 update at all. Nokia stated last we... |
6 February 2013
06:28 UTC |
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Canadian carrier Fido has just added the Nexus 4 to its portfolio. Unfortunately, those expecting to be able to place an order on the carrier’s online store will be disappointed as the smartphone is already out of stock. As MobileSyrup points out, Fido Nexus 4 is cheaper than both Videotron and WIND Mobile&rsq... |
5 February 2013
17:31 UTC |
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Sky+ application for Android devices has just been updated with new features and improvements. Keep in mind that in order to fully enjoy the newly introduced features, users will need a Sky+HD compatible box connected to the same broadband network as their Android device. First of all, the update adds a new featur... |
5 February 2013
11:41 UTC |
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The cheapest Windows Phone 8 launched by Nokia, the Lumia 620 is about to make its debut in Canada via TELUS and Koodo Mobile carriers. According to MobileSyrup, the smartphone might be priced under $300/€220 off contract. Nokia Lumia 620 has previously been rumored to launch at Rogers sometime in early March, ... |
5 February 2013
14:31 UTC |
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Videotron was the first carrier to offer the Nexus 4 in Canada. The operator launched Google's superphone on January 30 for only $150 / €110 on “reduced price.”However, Videotron will not remain for a long time the only Canadian carrier to sell the Nexus 4 as many others have already confirmed t... |
2 February 2013
15:07 UTC |
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The millions of Android enthusiasts who downloaded and installed Google+ application on their devices will be happy to know devs recently released a new update that brings more features and improvements.The most important addition included in this update is support for adding a link when creating a post. Furthermore,... |
2 February 2013
22:31 UTC |
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As expected, Canadian carrier Bell has just added the Windows Phone 8S by HTC to its portfolio. The smartphone was confirmed a while ago and Windows Phone fans looking for a cheaper alternative to Lumia 920 can now grab this one via Bell. MobileSyrup reports the 8S is now available for purchase from Bell for only ... |
1 February 2013
14:04 UTC |
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It looks like, beginning January 31, T-Mobile customers who own the Galaxy S II and/or Galaxy S III will receive software updates. These are minor updates that provide security enhancements along with some tweaks and improvements. Both are pushed OTA (over-the -air) in waves, so not all users might receive them at t... |
1 February 2013
14:31 UTC |
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One of the most anticipated smartphones for this month, the Xperia Z, has just been officially priced in the UK. Sony’s online store recently listed the smartphone on the “Coming Soon” page and priced it at no less than £530/€615/$840 outright. The folks over at GSMArena who spotted the ... |
1 February 2013
06:54 UTC |
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It’s been only two days since BlackBerry announced its first BB10-powered devices, the Z10 and Q10, and the Canadian company has already started to work on improving BlackBerry 10 ecosystem. One of the most important things for a new mobile platform is the amount of application available at launch. Currently, ... |
1 February 2013
06:33 UTC |
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Unveiled last week, Samsung Galaxy Xcover has just been confirmed by the South Korean company for a March release in the UK. The handset maker did not offer any details on the phone’s pricing options, but the Galaxy Xcover 2 is now up for pre-order in the UK for no less than £270 / €315 / $425 off c... |
31 January 2013
14:23 UTC |
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It looks like LG plans to bring more dual-SIM phones in Europe as well. The South Korean company usually prefers to launch dual-SIM handsets in emerging markets such as India, Indonesia, China and others. LG Optimus II L7 Dual has just been spotted in Russia by the folks at Hi-tech.mail.ru. The smartphone is expect... |
31 January 2013
13:36 UTC |
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It looks like Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus is now eligible for another software update. The carrier has just announced customers who own the smartphone that a small update is now pushed OTA (over-the-air) onto their devices. This will upgrade the phone’s software to Android 4.2.1 build JRO03U.L700GA02 and will ... |
31 January 2013
14:01 UTC |
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Right on time, Canadian carrier Videotron launched the long-awaited LG Nexus 4 on its airwaves. The smartphone is now available for purchase for as low as $150/€110 with a monthly service fee of $50/€35 or more, including 200 MB or a Flexible-rate. Customers who do not want to commit to a long-term contrac... |
30 January 2013
17:31 UTC |
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Chinese handset maker ZTE plans to launch another flagship smartphone next month at Mobile World Congress 2013, in Barcelona. After unveiling the ZTE Grand S at Consumer Electronics Show earlier this month, the company is now readying a phablet meant to compete with Huawei’s Ascend Mate and Samsung’s Ga... |
30 January 2013
09:24 UTC |
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The folks at Rovio have just released their highly-acclaimed Angry Birds Star Wars game on BlackBerry World. The bad news is that the title is not yet available on PlayBook, while the good news is those who will be lucky enough to purchase a BlackBerry 10 device will be able to download the game as well. Unlike An... |
30 January 2013
06:45 UTC |
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The Nexus 4 is an extremely hard to find smartphone, especially for those who are looking to purchase the subsidized version available via Google Play Store. The device has already been sold out several times in the United States, including the carrier-bound version offered by T-Mobile. Well, it appears that Wirefl... |
29 January 2013
18:01 UTC |
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As expected, HTC India has just announced the upcoming availability of its Android flagship smartphone, the Butterfly. Although previous rumors suggested HTC Butterfly might be priced at Rs 44,000 ($820/€610), it looks like the Taiwanese handset maker put a slightly higher price on the device. AndroidOS report... |
29 January 2013
12:00 UTC |
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Although Huawei Ascend G330 landed in India about a month ago, the Chinese company officially introduced the phone in the country only today. The guys over at UnleashThePhones report that Huawei suggests the Ascend G330 be offered for Rs 11,490 outright, which is about $215 or €160. However, several major reta... |
30 January 2013
00:01 UTC |
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The unannounced Kyocera Torque will make its debut at Sprint in the next few months. The smartphone will be added to Sprint’s Direct Connect lineup for a price that will be unveiled closer to launch. According to Engadget, Torque will be powered by Google’s Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system... |
28 January 2013
16:31 UTC |
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