CyanogenMod started as a hobby, with one guy trying to offer a customized version of Android. Now there are millions of people using the software on dozens of phones and tablets, and the Cyanogenmod team has announced the formation of a company. Next week we could hear about the first phone that will ship with […]
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Why the 64-bit chip in the iPhone 5s matters
Apple’s iPhone 5S is the first device to ship with an Apple A7 chip. And that happens to be one of the first 64-bit processors based on the ARMv8 architecture. While one of the key benefits of moving to 64-bit memory is support for up to 16 exabytes of memory, it’ll probably be a few […]
Samsung says it’s working on 64-bit smartphone chips too
Apple may be the only company offering smartphones with 64-bit processors right now, but Apple won’t be alone for long. Samsung says it’s next-generation phones will also have 64-bit chips. The Korea Times reports Samsung is working on 64-bit chips, and that they should be ready in time for the company’s “next smartphones.” While Samsung […]
Apple introduces the iPhone 5S
Apple’s newest flagship smartphone is gold… literally. For the first time, Apple will offer an iPhone in gold, silver, or gray colors. The iPhone 5S has an aluminum case, and has a premium look and finish when compared with the cheaper iPhone 5C. The iPhone 5S is also the first phone to ship with Apple’s […]