Google...as a cell service provider? Is this real?

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and apparently.....Google is making some more of their infamous "major moves".

There have been talks and rumors going about suggesting that Google Inc., for some time now, have been considering the idea of becoming a cell service provider. Based on that last sentence alone, this could turn the world of mobile smart phones completely upside down.

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"I'm (Matthew) freaking out just a little bit at the news"....those were my exact words, reading the story this morning, parenthesis and all. 

I mean could you imagine going to a Google store or kiosk like you would do for At&t or Verizon and not only purchasing an unlocked device, but a cell service as well? That would be mindbogglingly amazing. and not to mention that this would definitely upset all the other processes that current popular companies already have in place. including roll-over data, and the UN-carrier craze currently going about the nation.

Speaking of un-carrier, it is also rumored that Google could possibly use some of T-mobile and Sprint's towers to provide their services. Yes, I see that face your are making, because I'm making a similar one, i know you think this may not be the best idea, but honestly these companies are not on top at the moment, maybe with assistance from Google (who also happens to have proven ties with other manufacturing companies such as Motorola and Htc) these companies can rise up together. Its not like they have other lucrative choices outside their own semi-annual gimmicks. 

Since Google has already had marginal success with their 'Fiber' project for Internet services, its apparent that the company is more than ready to get their feet wet with cell service..

and of course I have questions.

such as, but not limited too..

- how much would the service cost? 

- will there be early upgrade incentives?

- will the devices that are sold be unlocked?

- will there be contracts?

- unlimited data?

- supported updates of the latest android software?

- replacement device options?

- insurance?

more than likely Google will be prepared for these questions, and many more that I didn't think of.

However, right now I already want them to take my money.

I mean, come on.....Google and your cell service provider? 

How cool is that?!

In any event....

these have been your technological announcements for Monday, January 26th, 2015

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LG G Flex 2

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We are glad to see you've returned! And to those who are just joining us.... you are most Welcome as well.

Lets get right to it, this shouldn't take long. XD

Right before CES 2015 started,  LG held a press conference, debuting some of their newest products from washing machines and refrigerators, to televisions and smart phones!

Which leads us to the LG G Flex 2!

This year's G Flex is equipped with......

  - Improved laser focus (camera)

- 64 octacore chipset

- Android 5.0 Lollipop

- Stronger, more durable and flexible screen. (5.5 inch p-oled display)

- More responsive healing factor (on rear plate)

.....and of course the new Flex comes with a spectacular 3000mAh battery with quick-charging capabilities and a few other features that we are going to talk on...

wait for it....

 A new knock-on screen feature that allows you to have a quick glance at your notifications, as well as the ability to customize your lock screen with complicated passwords (lol)

There is also something interesting in the camera, a new gesture for selfies. allowing you to take pictures with out touching the main screen or and buttons on the phone.

Call them gimmicks if you wish, But you got to admit the levels of coolness to this device!

Let's hear it for the G Flex 2! 

Start looking for this device soon at you respective retail stores! LG has hinted, and kind of promised, that this device will not be as expensive as its predecessor or the current competition.

So there is that...

Is it worth your upgrade?

In our opinion? 

If you are coming from the first G Flex, or devices like the Galaxy Note 3 or Nexus 5......then yes....

This device pretty much holds its own with the devices that debuted in late 2014. 

as for its quality of life, well that depends on the price. 

In any event.....

These have been your technological announcements for Tuesday, January 20th, 2015

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The YotaPhone 2 - The Two-Faced Smartphone

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Yes, that's right we are now in season 3 of our reporting the latest and greatest news in mobile technology! we celebrate every day, and even more so with each view and hit we receive! 

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now....

lets talk about the phone with two faces...

In the United Kingdom, there is a phone with two displays. This particular device is making quite a few waves in the tech world. Its simply known as the Yotaphone.

This particular blog will review the Yotaphone's 2nd variant, adequately named the Yotaphone 2.

As seen above, the Yotaphone sports a  kind of average (not meaning bad) 1920x1080 main display across a 5 inch LDC display, nothing you haven't hear of before of course. 

however the rear display, is comprised of E-Ink technology ( that is present on the early Kindle E-Readers) that allows for the phone to be operated completely from the rear screen.

And that's not all this E-ink 4.7inch rear display, when operated, can significantly save on battery life, thus extending the range of this device far past 48 hours of operation. (even if its just black and white, it would seem that color requires more power than we first realized) 

But wait, there's more...

vital information can be stored on the rear display because of its "always on" feature, which means that even when the battery is depleted, the rear display will still be indefinitely active.

Yes, that means info such as, boarding pass qr codes, gps directions, shipping information, and much more can still be displayed on the rear screen, when you find that you just didn't make it to a charger in time! How awesome is that!?

Naturally you can customize the rear screen and what it displays. Just know it will show in black and white only. Personally, I find it quite retro-chic, but maybe thats just me...

Here are the other specifications for the Yotaphone 2 (2014)

• It is running Android 4.4 KitKat
• 2500 mAh battery capacity
• 2.3ghz processor
• Quad-Core
• 2GB of Ram
• YotaEnergy (promises 48+ hours of operation)
• 3g (4gLte capable)

The Yotaphone 2 was easily the most innovative mobile device of 2014, from across the pond. 

it can definitely be said that the United Kingdom is not to be ignored when it comes to discovering new and inventive ways to use technology.

I know we here at TechExpo' will be keeping a close eye on the progress of the Yotaphone!

Now, it comes in black or white, and the E-ink display works the same on the white version, just with inverted color scheme. 

and dont be upset, even though the device originates in the UK, it is available in the States

 

While in the Kingdom, the Yotaphone 2 is sold for 555 pounds, 

(in the states that translates to  about $717)

There is also the original Yotaphone available for a mere 319 pounds ($488 USD)

and you can purchase them here = (( https://yotaphone.com/gb-en/ ))

now, keep in mind that these are contract-free, unlocked phones with 3g/4gLTE capability. 

the price tag may be intimidating, but the quality of technology is worth that and more. 

hopefully, we can manage to get our hands on it soon to bring you guys an "after the purchase" segment. 

in any event....

These have been your technological announcements for Monday January 5th, 2015

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