The World's First Gigabit LTE Network Is Here

via Instagram Australian carrier Telstra has turned on the world’s first gigabyte LTE network. The network offers Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne transfer speeds of up to 1Gbps, several times faster than existing networks. Speed tests demonstrated 930Mbps downloads, enough to transfer a 3GB movie in three minutes. To take advantage of this, devices will need a compatible modem. Qualcomm is supplying the first to market and their upcoming Snapdragon 835 processor could be capable of harnessing the new gigabit network.
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Gaming Laptop Company Razer Buys Smartphone Maker Nextbit

via Instagram Smartphone startup Nextbit has just announced that it’s been acquired by gaming laptop company Razer. Razer acquired majority assets of Nextbit and is bringing the company's employees onboard. Razer reportedly confirmed that it plans to continue developing phones under the Nextbit brand focusing "on unique mobile design and experiences" but didn’t give a timeframe for when we should expect that. The news comes just a few months after Razer acquired the popular film audio company THX.
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Google Testing Multiple Next Generation Pixel Phones

via Instagram It seems like yesterday the Google Pixel was just released but now we're hearing details about Google's next generation smartphone. Reportedly, Google is again focusing intensely on the camera with the device currently being tested with improved chipsets from two different manufacturers that could bring a higher price tag. However, sources say Google has also been testing another Pixel device with lesser specs and a much lower price tag. Google is known to release new devices during the fall of each year.
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Comcast Teams Up With Verizon To Offer Mobile Phone Service

via Instagram As if Comcast doesn’t have its fingers in enough already, the company announced that it will begin offering mobile phone service thanks to an agreement with Verizon. Comcast plans to add the new service to the several bundles it currently offers for tv, internet and home phone. Comcast expects to launch its wireless service toward the middle of this year and customers will be able to purchase phones straight from Comcast in the same manner of other wireless carriers. No prices have been announced for the service. //

First Galaxy S8 Leaked Photo Confirms Major Details

via Instagram It appears we have our first clear picture of Samsung's next highly anticipated phone. A source claims this image to be the larger of two Galaxy S8 models. The screen is supposedly 6.2 inches with a body only slightly larger than the Galaxy S7 Edge. Reportedly, the screen takes up 83% of the front and due to the fingerprint scanner being moved to the back near the camera, Samsung will utilize software keys. Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy S8 in New York on March 29 with sales starting April 21. //

Sprint Buys Into Jay Z's Tidal Music Service For $200 Million

via Instagram Wireless carrier Sprint announced, it has acquired a 33% ownership stake in Tidal, Jay Z's music streaming service. Reportedly, the deal is worth 200 million, valuing the 2-year company at 600 million. Sprint will leave Jay Z and other owners in charge. However, Sprint's CEO Marcelo Claure will join Tidal’s Board of Directors. Critics say Sprint didn’t really pay $200 million for a music service; it paid for access to 21 big music stars and instant relevance in the music streaming wars. //

President Donald Trump Still Using Unsecure Android Phone Despite Warnings

via Instagram Despite recent reports stating Donald Trump has moved on from his personal phone, it seems the President of the United States is still using “his old, unsecured Android phone, to the protests of some of his aides.” His personal Twitter account, shows new tweets are still coming from “Twitter for Android,” while tweets from his official @POTUS account are coming from "Twitter for iPhone." Regardless, you'd think that he would be more careful about not exposing himself to possible security breaches using his Samsung Galaxy S3 as President. //