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1: Apple iPhone 5s
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The iPhone 5s has the same form factor as the iPhone 5, with an improved 64-bit A7 processor and the addition of a fingerprint-enabled Touch ID central home button that makes it convenient to unlock and purchase apps from the App Store.
The iPhone camera is one of the most popular cameras in use today and the iPhone 5s sees an updated camera appear to make the experience even better.
iOS 7 launched with the iPhone 5s and I am a fan of the control center, updated notifications, improved Siri integration, and multitasking reminiscent of webOS.
The iPhone 5s feels expensive in the hand, and it is, but the fact that most new apps and services first launch on iOS is a major reason I purchased one and selected it as my top smartphone. Thanks to Apple's strict control over the hardware, developers are able to roll out apps knowing they will perform consistently.
Prices range from $199 to $399 on contract or $649 to $849 with no contract. The iPhone 5s is available on all major carriers.
So why didn't I give it the number one spot? The camera is fine for many situations, but there is very little "depth" in photos so details you find from other 8 megapixel or greater phone cameras are not there. If the camera is fine for you, then the HTC One may be the device to consider with fantastic hardware, Android 4.3 and the promise that 4.4 is coming, and a premium piece of hardware.
The HTC One hardware is fantastic and unmatched by any other smartphone, in my opinion. The metal body feels great in your hand and looks incredible. HTC's Super LCD displays have led the industry over the past year and manufacturers are still trying to match their awesome 1080p 4.7 inch Super LCD 3. It is powered by a quad-core 1.7 GHz processor and 2GB of RAM. While there is no microSD slot, there are internal memory options of 32GB and 64GB so that should be plenty for most people. You will also find dual mics, front facing stereo speakers, an ultra pixel camera with optical image stabilization (OIS).
In addition to top class hardware, HTC continues to offer a great user experience with Sense 5 updates and 5.5 coming soon.
You can buy the HTC One for as low as $50 subsidized on most carriers or $550 full price with no contract.
The hardware is better than the Note II and the software is optimized for the S Pen experience. Samsung softened TouchWiz and I enjoyed using many of the additional value-added services and apps provided by Samsung.
The Galaxy Note 3 has it all and is the most powerful and capable Android device available today. You will find a 1.6 GHz quad-core Samsung Exynos processor, a whopping 3GB of RAM, 5.7-inch Super AMOLED HD display, 13 megapixel rear camera, 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera, 16GB internal memory with microSD storage for up to 64GB more storage, huge 3,200 mAh removable battery so you can go a long time without charging, Bluetooth 4.0, LTE, NFC, and more.
You can find the Galaxy Note 3 on all major US wireless carriers and it is definitely a device to consider, especially for the road warrior who wants the ability to swap batteries and expand storage capacity on the go.
The Note 3 is priced at $299.99 on contract from most carriers with a full price of $699.99 without a contract.
4: Nokia Lumia 1020
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Recently Nokia revealed Their Nokia Lumia 1020. Windows Phone continues to slowly gain market share and the best device they have at the moment is the Nokia Lumia 1020. The 1520 is coming before Thanksgiving and offers a larger display, faster processor, and lower resolution camera.
The Lumia 1020 is the phone to purchase if taking photos is one of your primary uses for your smartphone. Most top apps are available for Windows Phone, but there are still limitations on connectivity to accessories such as smartwatches and life activity trackers.
Nokia provides a number of services and apps on their Lumia devices. These include HERE Maps turn-by-turn voice navigation, Nokia Music+, advanced camera lenses and camera software, and many other Nokia exclusive apps.
Unfortunately, you can still only purchase the Lumia 1020, and soon the 1520, from AT&T in the US. The 1020 is now available for $199.99 with a 2-year contract. There are good alternative Lumias on other carriers (928, 925, etc.), but Nokia hasn't yet launched one device across all the major US carriers.
5: Google Nexus 5
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At the fifth position we have Google Nexus 5. Google recently released the Nexus 5 with the latest version of Android, 4.4 KitKat. The devices is sold out on the Play Store with backlogs of 3-4 weeks so you better order now if you want one before Christmas.
The Nexus 5 has the latest and greatest internal specifications, including a Snapdragon 800 processor, 2GB RAM, 8 megapixel camera with optical image stabilization, Qi wireless charging, and more.
The Nexus 5 is the first device with Android 4.4 and it is a solid Android update. It's not perfect, but it offers an enjoyable user experience.
The price of the Nexus 5 is fantastic, if you compare apples-to-apples. However, in the US most people buy their phones with a subsidy so the real value may not be realized as the Nexus 5 is priced nearly the same as the latest and greatest smartphones. $349 (16GB) and $399 (32GB) are amazing SIM-unlocked prices that are $200 to more than $300 less than other Android and iOS devices.
Apple has just launched two amazing iPhones – iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C. They were launched in September 2013. Apple iPhone 5S sold out in India in less than 24 hours even with RCOM’s scheme. There was already lots of speculations on successor of iPhone 5. Which iPhone is going to be launched by Apple iPhone 5S or iPhone 6. iPhone 5S won the battle first. So, now everyone is waiting for Apple’s upcoming phone which is iPhone 6. Storage options are said to be same.
Rumored Specifications of iPhone 6 are -
iOS 8
No Home Button
13MP Camera
4.9 inch display
LG G Flex
The phone was expecting to release in November. But seems like that postponed. Curved screen displays are the future of smartphones. LG in October, released this news that G-Flex will be an upcoming phone of 2014. Every one is just curious about this new design. Rumors that LG has also passed flexible OLED display patents. What else will change with this new design is the story all about!. We can see this smartphone before New Year. But these all are rumors, nothing is authentic yet about the launch of Lg G Flex. According to the latest news LG G Flex has self healing capabilities. In a recent experiment, the back panel of G flex was scratched by a knife, and within minutes it healed itself, no matter some slight scars were also present. The price of Lg G Flex is going to be around Rs. 59,000. However, G flex was released in October, but still many countries are waiting for its availability.
Rumored Specifications of LG G Flex are -
6-inch screen display, 720×1280 pixels.
2.26 GHz processor.Android 4.2.2
13MP camera, 2.1 MP front facing Camera.
2 GB RAM.
Battery capacity – 3500mAH
HTC M8
HTC is going to launch its new flagship with the codename M8. HTC M8 going to come with slim wraparound metallic body. M8 is an upcoming smartphone of HTC in 2014. HTC M8 is coming with latest android version Kitkat 4.4.
Rumored Specifications of HTC M8 are -
5-inch screen display, 2K resolution of 2048 × 1080 pixels.
2.2 GHz 800 Qualcomm Snapdragon processor.
Windows 8/Android 4.4 Kitkat.
3 GB RAM.
Powerful camera that even take 3D snapshots.
HTC Butterfly 2
Here comes HTC Butterfly an upcoming phone of 2014 smartphone series. Ultra pixel camera, super sound sterio speakers are some of the stunning features equipped in it. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 800 processor. 5.2 inch full HD display. Said to be waterproof smartphone. HTC Butterfly 2 promises big display and new colors. HTC Butterfly display leak was revealed by ctechcn, a chinese source. This is an upcoming phone in 2014 and successor of HTC One.
Rumoured Specifications :-
5.2-inch 1080p display
Quad core Snapdragon 800 processor.
UltraPixel camera and BoomSound front-facing stereo speakers.
Merrified Smartphone by Intel
Intel has recently revealed its upcoming smartphone that will work under merrified processor. It promises integrated sensor hub. The smartphone promises in reduction in consumption of power through an entirely new atom architecture. A 4 inch display is in the news. So, what else can we expect from Intel’s bucket? well, yet to know!
So these were some of upcoming phones coming in 2014. Some smartphones are coming with android’s latest version Kitkat 4.4 in the year 2014 and some are with their in-house processors. Plan your budget for the year 2014. Whether you are Samsung lover or Apple or Nokia, every gadget company is making something really good for you with new innovations and ideas.
Blackberry Q30
Qwerty keypads once again! Those who were waiting for any new blackberry’s model can now expect their smartphone to come. Blackberry Q30 is said to release in latter part of 2014 year. Easy to type in keyboard. Fast in speed, good performance are some of the obvious features of Blackberry Q30. It is expected to arrive in second quarter of 2014.
We all are waiting for those top upcoming phones that will show their presence in the year 2014. These are going to launch in New Year – 2014 may be in the beginning or in latter half. Many other smartphones are already in the queue for current year and some have just launched successfully. There is always an excitement to have a glance on future technologies. Companies are competing for bend, curved and flexible screen displays. LG, Samsung and Apple have already showed their patent images on the web. They have created a high buzz indeed. Smartphones, tablets are now going to come with latest android version which is Android Kitkat 4.4. People are so much busy in upgrading their smartphones to latest android version which is Android 4.4 Kitkat. An update for Samsung Galaxy Note 2 has been announced and every one is upgrading their devices.
So, let’s welcome these smartphones that are going to launch on New Year! We hope that these smartphones will launch in the month of January 2014. Let’s see what happens! What do you expect from these upcoming smartphones of 2014? Some smartphones are coming with latest processor, in-house chipsets, some are with latest android version – these are some new year’s technologies. Every company has planned something really big for the year 2014! They are going to reveal these phones in 2014 with a full fledged new technologies.
