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Initially presented at CES 2015, the Asus Zenfone 2 – the world’s first smartphone to ship with a 64-bit processor and 4 GB of RAM, was a bit of a showstopper. But perhaps the most spectacular part of the Zenfone 2 isn’t its specs sheet, but its price: the ”lighter” version of the Zenfone 2, with 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of internal storage, starts at just 199 USD, with US pricing for the 4 GB version to be announced at an event in New York City on May 18. Check out our Asus Zenfone 2 review (the 4 GB of RAM version – model ZE551ML) for more details.
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If you’re a regular reader of AndroidPIT, you’ve probably spotted lots of guides on how to root Android. If you’re not an Android expert, the idea of messing with your system can be a bit intimidating, though, and the warnings about messing up and bricking devices can put many people off what’s actually a pretty simple and useful task. The excellent iRoot app makes rooting your device a one-click affair, and you don’t need to worry about voiding the warranty on your device either.
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When the Xperia Z4 was presented in Japan earlier this year, it didn’t seem like much of an improvement over the previous Xperia. This is partly because Sony’s flagships come every six months rather than yearly like most other companies’. But no matter the reason, the marketing team clearly found it necessary to re-brand the Z4 as the Z3+ in Europe (although it’s still the Z4 in the US and Japan). On that note, we present our Sony Xperia Z3+ review. (Head to the performance section for our new DIY overheating fix.)
Xperia Z3 review
Best Android phones of 2015
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The Moto G (2015) is the third generation of Motorola’s mid-range handset. It sits between the cheaper Moto E and the flagship Moto X, with a price rise taking the 8 GB model to US$179/£179/€229. At that price it’s up against some serious competition. Our Moto G (2015) review finds out whether water protection, a 13 MP camera, LTE and individual looks are enough for it to stand out.
Moto G 2015 vs Moto G 2014
Best Android phones 2015
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After at least two years without shaking up the smartphone market, Samsung has managed to do something extraordinary with its latest flagship, the Galaxy S6. The device comes with a premium design, leaner software interface than ever before, and advanced charging features, which all add up to the most impressive phone Samsung has released in years. Find out why we love this device in our Samsung Galaxy S6 review.
Galaxy S6 Edge review
Our review of Samsung’s latest flagship, the Galaxy S22
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If you’re new to the world of IFTTT (If This Then That), allow us to enlighten you. It’s a free web platform that helps you connect all kinds of apps and services to suit your needs. It can do everything from text you weather alerts to repost your Instagram photos on Twitter, and it integrates tightly with the Android ecosystem as well.
Best productivity apps for Android
How to use IFTTT to automate Android
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As experience has shown, all smartphones have their own particular issues, and the Galaxy S5 is no exception. If we’re lucky, the problem is widespread and the solution becomes quickly known. But this doesn’t always happen and some problems only appear gradually or after a new Android update. Here are the 10 most common Samsung Galaxy S5 problems and how to fix them.
Galaxy S5 tips and tricks
Galaxy S5 Android update: when will I get it?
Buy Now: Galaxy S5 cases and covers from Amazon
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It’s still too soon to upgrade from the Samsung Galaxy S4 to a new phone. That’s the truth. There’s one simple reason why the Galaxy S4 was one of the best smartphones Samsung ever produced: it was made while Samsung was at the peak of its game.
Samsung Galaxy S4 update news
Samsung Galaxy S4 battery tips
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At MWC 2015 in Barcelona, Sony unveiled the Xperia Z4 Tablet, the successor to the Xperia Z2 Tablet (yes, we know Sony doesn’t seem to know how to count). It is currently the world’s thinnest and lightest tablet. The ultra-thin 10.1-inch tablet is now widely available and we took it for a spin. Our Sony Xperia Z4 Tablet review examines its features and specs against its asking price and evaluates whether or not you should consider buying one.
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The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is a great phablet, but its internal memory isn’t as much as some of us would like: that 32 GB of on-board storage can fill up awfully quickly. Read on to discover how to increase internal memory on Galaxy Note 4 devices.
Galaxy Note 4 vs Galaxy Note 6
Best phone plans for the Galaxy Note 4