All About Smartphones

There are too m any apps in the Google Play Store and it will be very impossible to keep abreast them all and yet new ones are constantly being added on a daily basis. However, we try to point your attention to good apps that may interest you. Here are few new apps that you may like going by general review and completely free. 1. Street Fighter Hero 2014 This is a 2D game that follows the classic arcade style game and just as the name suggest, you fight your way through the streets. Popular user review gives the 13MB size game 4 stars. You should try it out since it's lightweight and free then give us a feedback. 2. CSR Racing When it comes to racing games on smartphones, the number of names you can call aren't too much however CSR racing is one of those names that's in the list of worthy names. The game is a racing game with powerful graphics and cars. Stability is also very good and it's completely free. If you are in the mood for a car...

As we move closer to the unveiling of the iPhone 6 by Apple come September 9th 2014 more clearer and detailed images of the next iPhone 6 are showing up.  It's usually normal to see better images of a flagship smartphone leak to the world when it's launching and unveiling is at hand. Hence we are not surprise that these images are turning up. Popular and consistent leaker of Apple smartphone images Dickson have released yet another images of the iPhone 6. This time it's a clearer and sharper image of the back metal plate of the iPhone 6 as shown below.  Although the information we've had so far suggested that the iPhone 6, 4.7inch version will have dual LED flashlight at the back with a oval shape. This is not reflected by the image shown above.  The iPhone 6, which is supposed to be one of biggest and widest iPhone to date with respect to screen size is expected to be unveiled in an event scheduled to take place in September 9th 2014.  One...

Tecno Phantom Z had been in the news since first week of July. We've heard mostly conflicting information with respect to specs, pricing and even quality review and image of the device. However, here in Phonegist, we've been able to lay our hands on a new piece of Tecno Phantom Z and therefore we shall be giving you a detailed review after the break.  Tecno-Mobile is obviously trying it's best to keep her fans from moving to other smartphones by upping their game with respect to specification and version of operating system on this latest flagship phone. Tecno Phantom Z with the model number being A7 is the newest and the flagship device of Tecno-mobile with outstanding features and specifications .  Packaging First, it comes in a very attractive blue and white packaging with added accessories to entice buyers. On purchase, you get 5200mAh powerbank in a pack and a Smart Cover in another pack alongside the smartphone, USB cable, battery and earphone i...

BlackBerry have been testing BBM for Windows Phone for a while now in the hope that it becomes available for every Windows Phone user before August. First a beta version of the app was released to the Windows Phone App Store to developers only in the early days of July but today we have good news for you.  BlackBerry Messanger (BBM) for Windows Phone now available for not just developers but every Windows Phone user to download. All you have to do is go to the Windows Phone App Store and then look for BBM (a direct link is provided below). For years, BBM had been exclusive to BlackBerry devices up until last year when it became available to iOS and Android devices and today, Windows Phone 8 devices can now enjoy messaging their friends on the blackberry messanger platform.  Download BBM for Windows Phone here .  Mind you, only Windows Phone 8 and above devices are eligible.  Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitte...

We are in a world of smart-everything. Smartphone, smart watch, smart car, smart TV, smart glass etc but now a new company based in India is introducing the smart shoe.  The purpose of the smart shoe according to the Indian based company, Lechal, is to track movement and also to give directions without depending on your smartphone. Hence, you don't have to hit an obstacle or pass a traffic light because you are trying to read the map on your smartphone - keeping your eye off the road.  Unlike the smart watch which stays on your wrist and connected to your smartphone all the time, the smart shoe want to do away with connecting to your smartphone all the time.  To achieve this, the smart shoe can be paired with the smartphone and then directions or maps for the intended destination can be pre-programmed into the shoe. Once this is done, smart shoe can be disconnected from phone and then the shoe can give directions offline.  To give dir...

When it comes to FPS shooter games on smartphones and tablets, the leading name is Modern Combat which is owned by Gameloft. The latest iteration of the Modern Combat game is finally here and its known as Modern Combat 5: Blackout. This is the game with polished and lovely storyline; more like Call of Duty on game consoles. Modern Combat since its first release had been good and this new release is also very great. With spectacular graphics, blistering action sequences, console based first poerson shooters. If you like Call of Duty then you would love this new Modern Combat 5. The game cost $6.99 and its available for both Android and iOS devices at their respective app stores which you can find with the direct download link below. Modern Combat 5: Blackout for Android Modern Combat 5: Blackout for iPhone Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter for more smartphone gists.

Finally, Tecno have released the Tecno Phantom pad II aka Tecno G9. This is now the elder brother to the Phantom Pad P9 that was released in December last year.   For the purpose of clarity, we shall refer to this new Tecno phantom pad II as Tecno G9 pad Display and Resolution The Tecno G9 pad features a 7.85inch 720p IPS display with resolution 1024 x 768.  When compared to the predecessor, the G9 has a better screen resolution and display.  Dimensions The Tecno G9 has dimensions 200 x 135.2 x 8.5mm.  Network and SIM This new Tecno G9 pad retains the same network bands as its predecessor. That is GSM 900/1800  WDCMA2100 with no 4G network capability. Furthermore, it comes with a single SIM. Operating System Nothing new in this department. The Tecno G9 comes with android Jelly Bean 4.2 and no OTA update for this tablet.  Internal memory The Tecno G9 comes with 16GB internal memory and...