The Galaxy series of smartphones from Korean giant Samsung have always been a crowd favorite, and the next in line is the Samsung Galaxy S6, which is expected to be one of the biggest newsmakers in the world of premium phones when it releases next year. As expected, it is making waves in various forums and tech websites.

The Samsung Galaxy S6 should be one hell of a device, if rumors are anything to go by. It is going to be an amalgamation of great looks and fast performance, having better specs than any other devices in its competition. Galaxy S6 will face stiff competition from Apple iphone 6, Xperia Z3 and LG G3.

The internet fraternity does not seem to be getting enough of the Galaxy S6, as can be judged by the great response it is generating on gadget websites. Some of the rumors surrounding the device are as follows : 

1. Quick Exynos processor: Samsung Galaxy S6 could be packed with a power house Exynos 8 octa core processor, capable of handling heavy duty apps and other features with considerable ease.

2. 20 Mega Pixel High Definition Camera: The handset will have a decent 20 MP camera with Samsung’s patented ISOCELL camera lens shutter technology, capable of taking full High Definition video. For video calls, the Galaxy S6 might also include a 7 MP , High Definition front camera .

3. 4K display, 6.2” curved screen display : The Galaxy S6 smartphone could feature a gorgeous ultra HD 4K resolution display, with a screen size of 6.2 " inches, and for added viewing amazement, it could also be a curved, bendable screen display.

4. Android 4.4 Kitkat : Most probably the Samsung Galaxy S6 could come with Android 4.4 Kitkat out of the box, which is Google’s latest OS, and is a proven quick operating system. It is also a remote possibility that any newer Android version may also be installed in the Samsung S6.

5. Fingerprint sensor : Similar to the recent Apple iPhones, the Samsung Galaxy S6 could feature a fingerprint scanner on the home physical button, for locking/unlocking the phone with ease. Retina scanning sensors is also on the line.

Galaxy S6 price and release date possibilities : 

The Samsung Galaxy S6 will be an amazing device in every sense of the term, with mind boggling features and specs. Please do not expect it to be a cheap phone-we believe that for around 800 USD , you could own the Galaxy S6.  The most likely release date for the S6 is around April 2015, whereas you could possibly pre order it on around February the same year.

Sony Xperia Z series is now one of top leading series of Sony in smartphones. Already this lineup includes pretty high-end solution including Xperia Z2. No doubt, every brand is trying to overcome the competition and that’s why they are launching a phone in every two or three months. Last month only, Xperia Z2 made its entry in the market and now rumors are confirming the early release of Sony Xperia Z3.

Sony Xperia Z3 would be the beast smartphone to have next generation system on chipset i.e. Snapdragon 810. This is the very first 64-bit chip processor from the Snapdragon. Also, the chipset would allow the support of 4GB RAM, on-board 128GB memory and 4K-resolution display support. Yes, all these things together may appear in Xperia Z3 and it would be verdict in all-leading phones of the 2014. 

If you are expecting the phone to appear in the market in next two months then you might be wrong, as Xperia Z2 is not too old in the market. It is just recently released but few of the web sources are claiming the early release i.e. later July or early August. But as per the possibility Z3 may make its entry in the month of September or October. 

Xperia Z series is already popular because of its massive camera sensor and yes Xperia Z3 would maintain the features and specification of this lineup. In the market few of the smartphones have really good camera sensors for example, OnePlus One smartphone has really good sensor and Analyst are comparing its quality with the DSLR cameras. So, you can expect what would be happening in next 6 months. You won’t need to carry heavy cameras on your trip; your phone would do all things. Already, Xperia Z2 has pretty good camera quality and Z3 would take it to another level.

Competition pressure is not only for the Sony, other leading brands like Samsung and HTC are also the part of it. Recent releases like HTC One M8 and Samsung Galax S5 are pretty good phones in the market but not revolutionary. Now market needs something revolutionary and every brand is trying to do something similar. Early release rumor is not just related to Sony Xperia Z3. But there are other upcoming beasts, which might be released earlier, then their possible date of release.

Few weeks ago, there were rumors regarding the Galaxy Note 4 that it might make its entry in early August while other members of Note series has appeared after the month of August every year. And similar is leaked for Google Nexus 6. You can’t expect those rumors to be true but still the possibility and reasons mentioned are little worth believing. Let’s see how would be the final shape of all the most awaiting smartphone of 2014 including Galaxy Note 4, Xperia Z3, Nexus 6 and Galaxy S6. There is still lot more to discover, don’t forget Apple will also release its next generation iPhone i.e. iPhone 6 in couple of months.

The world is now eagerly waiting for the much hyped Galaxy Note 4 phablet to be introduced in the market. Bits of news concerning this device have already started surfacing showing that this device is not far away from launching. Smartphone lovers will tell you that this is the ultimate smartphone you can get in the world upon its release later this year. Rumor has it that it will come with new technology that has not been used in any smartphone ever before. You can therefore rest assured that it will be a unique device worth checking out. 

Release Date

Details emerging from within the giant tech company indicate that this much awaited device will  be launched in September. In an interview with Korean Bloomberg, Samsung mobile Executive Vice President, Lee Young Hee indicated that this device will be released in the second half of the year. 

Though he didn’t give the exact month for the release, we can estimate the release month. By narrowing the time span He stated, we can calculate September to be the release month. There are reasons for this. One, Samsung is likely to maintain the tradition of letting their smartphone sell for one full year before the release of the next smartphone. Last year in September at IFA stage in Germany, Samsung released the current number one phablet, Galaxy Note 3. It is thus expected that this year in September, Samsung may take the stage at IFA once again to unveil the Galaxy Note 4 phablet.

Another reason is that Samsung is yet to release Samsung Galaxy S5. This other brand is expected in the market a while before the Galaxy Note 4 phablet. This is the reason that the giant tech company is concentrating on issuing info concerning the S5 smartphone. Samsung has always stuck to leaking info concerning the product that is next to be released and safeguarding info on a product not about to be released. It is expected that much news on this Note 4 phablet will be available in July as it nears release.

Design

One thing that is for sure to change is the design of the Galaxy Note 4 phablet. It is expected Samsung will use a metallic flagship on this device. This will see Samsung drop the plastic flagship that characterized all its previous smartphones.

Specifications

Other specifications expected to change include

• Camera

• Processor

 Camera

Galaxy Note 4 is expected to come with an advanced camera capability. It is reported that Samsung is developing a 16 MP camera complete with an OIS (Optical Image Stabilizer). This is expected to greatly boost the image quality of the smartphone.

 Processor

Rumor has it that we should expect a 64-bit processor in this device. This will be quite a powerful processor in the Note 4 phablet that will increase the speed of the smartphone.

Galaxy Note 4 phablet is expected to be one device in its own class. Samsung is known for its high technology and it has dedicated to make this phablet a masterpiece.

When it comes to Smartphones, it is with no doubt that Google Nexus series is most popular series. Worth noting is the fact that the series is not limited to Smartphones only. However, the base of the series is definitely Nexus Smartphone. In the recent past, Google launched LG Nexus 5 which is its 5th Generation Smartphone. Fans are now imagining what the next Smartphone will be like. Worth noting is the fact that Nexus 5 arrived in November, which means there is a high possibility that the Google Nexus 6 will arrive late in 2014. Until then, fans will continue to dream up their own Nexus 6. So, what are some of the features to expect in the new gadget? Well, the Smartphone whose release date is expected to be around August 2014 is expected to have the following features.
-> True octa-core, 2.4 Ghz+ processor- this will with no doubt provide the users with high speed performance for all their applications. For users this will be quite an advantage as various jobs will be completed more quickly using the Smartphone’s wide range of applications.
-> Nexus 6 is expected to feature at least 4GB RAM. Given that the current trend features 3GB RAM, storage space is only headed to be bigger allowing for installation of many more applications.
-> Camera up to 20MP – this will see to it that users can easily take clear and perfect shots. This will improve on the camera experience that has been experienced in the past. In addition, the camera will have an ultra low light sensitivity camera sensor which will help users in taking shots in the poorly lit areas.
-> 5 inches 2K UHD resolution display- with larger screens and better resolutions users of Nexus 6 will with no doubt have a stunning Smartphone experience.
-> 3100 mAh battery- This will ensure that a single charge will last users for quite some long periods, say a week. This way, users will not have to worry about a low battery when travelling. This is for the reason that, they will comfortably use the gadget for various business applications without worrying about charge.
-> Security is expected to be better with finger print and other security sensors
-> Wireless connectivity options- this will take connectivity connections to better and higher levels
->  For music lovers, the G Pro 2 will ensure that sound clarity is greatly improved.
Nexus 6

As far as the price is in question, it is expected that the gadget will retail at $300. However, it is important to note that price spikes cannot be prevented hence the gadget might retail at a relatively high price. Given the above features, it is clear that Nexus 6 will be a Smartphone that will be worth every dime one will spend on it. In addition, users will enjoy an amazing Smartphone experience with the new additions that are highly anticipated. For more information on the latest news about the Nexus 6, it is advisable to keep checking various websites that have information on the latest in the Smartphone market. 

The industry is a buzz with rumors on upcoming Smartphones. One of them is LG G3, the other one is Google Nexus 6. The rumor mill seems to produce new rumors on these devices everyday, more so because LG is said to be the manufacturer of Nexus 6. Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One M8 and iPhone 6 will also release in this year. The whole attention is currently on Nexus 6 and G3.

Rumors on LG G3 hinted that Nexus 6 could have design and features similar to G3. As those rumors somewhat undermined Nexus 6, industry observers dug deep and came to the decision that Nexus 6 will have some independent features which are quite interesting.  One should keep in mind that chief competitors of Nexus 6 will be Apple iPhone 6, Samsung Galaxy S5 and HTC One M8. Google therefore, needs to equip its next Nexus device impeccably so it could take those competitors.

Some of the features that industry sources expect in Nexus 6 are stunning display, Smartwatch extension and Android 4.5. The display of Nexus 6 will be highly similar to LG G3. Some sourced reported Nexus 6 will have a 6.3 inch screen with Quad HD display. Nexus 6 could have 2560 x 1440 resolution display, same as G3.

Moreover, as Google's Chromecast TV dongle enables users to view live streaming of web content in television, some are even speculating that Nexus 6 will allow users to view internet based content on their handset. It's not a far-fetch speculation because Chromecast TV is Google's own product and this is a golden opportunity for Google to market it. Besides, the 2K resolution of Nexus 6'S screen is perfect to watch live streaming.

Innovation in data collection and storage has led to new enterprise system efficiencies across technology sectors. Since the initiation of cloud computing in the business environment, companies come to benefit from new scalable and adjustable solutions, to infrastructure and data sharing capabilities. When companies look to data collection and storage services, they are introduced to a host of enterprise systems infrastructure and business process applications. With so much available in cloud services, companies can make updates to their enterprise operations without costly investment in additional hardware installation and software development. 

Data Driven Strategies in Cloud

The best technologies to improve data collection and storage are cloud computing, which virtualizes key operations information for shared administrative tasks and records retention. Not surprisingly, data driven strategies are at the forefront of the competition. Data management in cloud has also streamlined business processes in operation. Records sharing also decreases communications delays that would otherwise contribute to slowed workflow. 

Motivated by reallocation of IT operations costs, businesses have sought to capitalize on third party cloud computing services. The global utility offered in cloud virtualization of supply chain networks is nothing short of profit. For companies interested in improving their profit margin, the incorporation of cloud computing infrastructure in lean and agile operations strategies is a great advantage. 

Levels of Cloud Computing Service Provision

The entrance of cloud computing service provision has resulted in platform as a service (PaaS), infrastructure as a service (IaaS), and software as a service (SaaS) options in the business environment. On demand cloud computing service agreements add even more flexibility and cost to enterprise operations. Part of the spectrum of end-to-end business processes data collection, cloud computing supported network as a service (NaaS) and communication as a service (CaaS) services have expanded enterprise systems capabilities to telecommunication-centric features as a result. 

Cloud PaaS

When cloud computing service providers first introduced PaaS, the virtualization of operating systems (OS), programming language execution, database integration, and web server administration was made possible. The increase in developer communities dedicated to customization of software and infrastructure applications in cloud computing environments illustrates how PaaS real-time architecture has replaced earlier versions of enterprise resource planning (ERP) in business operations contexts.

Cloud IaaS 

IaaS cloud-based services are the most popular enterprise systems development to emerge from the virtualization of data storage. The transfer of core enterprise competencies, including operating system (OS) applications to the cloud has eliminated costly IT administration activities. Hypervisor clusters enable cloud OS to support an entire network of computer infrastructure. Scalability in IaaS affords optimization of software applications and security features (i.e. firewalls and key infrastructure) as well. Installation of cloud-based OS and compatible software applications is automatic. Zero recovery time to operations is just one of the benefits cloud computing service provision has to offer.

Cloud SaaS

Software application as service (SaaS) developments in cloud computing service have advanced the efficiency and effectiveness of data storage and virtualization. The inclusion of SaaS with PaaS and IaaS as standard, on demand cloud services has influenced competitive advantage among firms. Multi-scale solutions, SaaS support automatic upload, storage, management and distribution of files across an organization’s entire value chain; providing suppliers, subsidiaries, and partners immediate access to shared records. 

Challenges in Cloud Integration 

The benefits to cloud computing integration are undeniable. From automatic upload of files across network operations, to data management on demand, cloud has transformed the way companies do business. According to an employee in business network support from Columbus, challenges to cloud computing include concerns about data integrity. This includes instances where those files uploaded to cloud service providers include financial and other records. While encryption is a standard feature in cloud file storage agreements, designated access, and other potential compromise of discretionary is one of the main foci of cloud consumer concerns. 

Some attention has also been given to cloud migration. Another common concern in cloud client feedback, full capacity on a cloud results in migration of data to another cloud in the cluster. Finally, establishment of internal guidelines to administration of cloud service-oriented architecture (SOA) in a business environment may lead to further development of best practices and procedures to management of the SOA domain.

Home security is a priority on the minds of almost all home owners. With outstanding technology and smart home gadgets, implementing and maintaining complete home security is no longer a luxury for just expensive homes. 

With these five tech tools, you can be certain of your home’s and family’s safety. 

1. Security System

Although home security systems have been around for years, they have never been as high tech as they are today. Security system packages can be as advanced or relaxed as a consumer wants. From simply an alarm to whole house security, a security system can be tailored to fit the needs of each individual house. 

Most typical security systems come with an alarm, motion detectors, app alerts, window locks, and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Packages include a response from the security company as well as an alert to the police station. Homeowners can get ADT or a similar company known for its quick response times and respectable customer service. 

Also Check: What Can Solar Technology Do for Our Life

2. Apps

As smartphone capabilities increase, so do app abilities. While security companies offer apps with their home automation systems, there are additional applications consumers can purchase to implement further home security. 

Most of these apps, like Gemini IP Camera Viewer, attach to the home’s Wi-Fi network and can be used to track the areas in and around your home. You can access your IP camera video streams through Wi-Fi connection or via your cellular network. It is easy to zoom in on your camera feed and switch between additional cameras. 

There are other apps that can be controlled by a wireless network in order to take care of things such as turning off appliances, controlling the garage door, sprinkler system, and even monitoring who has been using the computer and what they have been viewing to ensure identity theft protection and keep kids safe from Internet predators.

3. Home Locks

Apart from traditional home locks, there are a wide variety of technology savvy locks that homeowners can choose. 

Keyless locks have a compatible key code, fingerprint scan, voice activation, or phone activation. Some of these locks even come with a deadbolt that is pick proof. Others employ only a keypad or screen. 

Most of these locks can be programmed to be smartphone compatible. This allows homeowners to check their door from remote locations or let family members and loved ones inside even while they are out. 

Also Check: How to Hack Your Car

4. Child Safety Devices

From pool safety to GPS tracking, parents can keep their children safe even when they are away from them. 

There are different types of pool safety monitoring devices that children can wear while swimming. Parents must wear a similar device, which alerts them when their child struggles at all while in the pool. 

GPS tracking devices can be used through a cell phone or bracelet chip. Most of these devices include a panic button that immediately alerts parents via smartphone if their child is in danger. 

From property to family members, everyone can be certain that what they love the most is safe and secure with these protection oriented gadgets. 

1. The Million Dollar Homepage

A clever student named Alex Tew launched milliondollarhomepage.com in 2005 with a silly idea: to create a 1000x1000 pixel grid on which advertisers could pay him for space, $1 per pixel. When all the pixels were filled the revenue would be $1,000,000. Sound ridiculous? Well, it worked. The site saw a huge traffic boom and by 2006 Tew had sold every pixel and become a millionaire.

2. Johnny Cupcakes

Have you heard of Johnny Cupcakes? It's a start-up fashion brand started by a guy named John Earle, and they mostly sell T-shirts, many of which have cupcakes on them. Sound like a lame idea? In 2008 alone Johnny Cupcakes saw $3.8 million in revenue, all without the use of traditional advertising or marketing.

3. Craigslist

Craigslist: a website that looks terrible, has no advertisements and is free to use. How could it go wrong? Well in 2007 Craigslist brought in a revenue of $150 million. The text-based website operates in 50 countries and almost all of it's services are free; except for job postings and paid brokerage apartment listing.

4. Tesla Motors

Before Tesla Motors rolled around (no pun intended), it was generally believed that the people who were interested in sports cars were NOT the same folks interested in green vehicles. Tesla defied this reasoning by creating electric luxury sports cars. For an added challenge, they decided not to sell their cars at dealerships. The result? A $226 million IPO!

5. Mint

Mint.com is a website that helps you manage your finances. Sounds useful enough, right? But in order for Mint to work correctly, you need to input your bank information and sensitive account information like bank and credit card website logins, all in one place. No one would trust a site that asked for all their sensitive financial info, right? Wrong. Mint.com has been very successful and was sold for $170 million in 2009!

6. Sweet Leaf Tea

Clayton Christopher started Sweet Leaf Tea in 1998, ignoring a chorus of naysayers. National brands like Snapple and Nestle already had the market cornered on bottled iced tea and it seemed like a crazy idea to try and go up against them. Christopher's homemade-style iced teas turned out to be a hit, with a 2008 revenue of $12 million. Nestle could smell which way the winds were blowing and ended up buying the company in 2011.

7. Bitcoin

Who would have thought an online crypto-currency would take off? Despite the Silk Road scandal, Bitcoins are still doing relatively well. When Bitcoin was originally launched, each Bitcoin was sold for $1. At their peak, Bitcoins were being bought for $265 each! No one knows who launched Bitcoin, but it's safe to say that the founder (or founders) who use the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto made a pretty penny off of their idea.

8. SantaMail.org

SantaMail.org is a website that lets kids email letters to Santa Claus. Sounds cute, but how could a site like this make money? Well Santa Mail also provides personalized responses mailed to those children. The catch? It costs the parents $9.95 for each personalized reply. In 2011 alone there were over 300,000 Santa replies ordered.

9. Anyone Who Invested in Citibank When it was $1

Citibank was one of the banks hit hardest by the banking scandal and of 2008 and subsequent recession. After splitting in 2009 and agreeing to pay a $285 million penalty in 2011, their was a point in 2011 when their stock quote hit $1 per share. There were some bold investors who bought a ton of shares despite speculation that the bank would fold. Now just two years later, Citibanks stock price is $50!

15. Stunt 101

We know what you are thinking (or saying out loud), and we agree - this does look like an iOS caricature of O.J. Simpson and his infamous freeway chase. But could not it be a lesson in how to be swagged-out in your own vehicle?

14. Les Miserables (Icon Edition)

Emojis have become a part of everyday life - ask your Mom, your sister, and your iPhone. Everyone uses them on an almost everyday basis and it is led to a few imaginative users to come up with their own masterpieces, including a hip and brief review of "Les Miserables".

13. The Dancing Stickmen

There are all kinds of levels of creativity when it comes to emoticons - as you have come to know - and "stickmen" are just one of them. In the emoji world, they are practically essential as they are all about sophisticated dance moves.

12. Winter Is Coming

This would be so much better with the sun and a person that was happy, but the iPhone can not please everyone all the time. The emoji does at least provide us with an awesome way to get all of our friends prepared for a new "Game Of Thrones" episode!

11. America 2.0

The United States acts as a home to more fast food restaurants than any other country in the world. In some cases, that is a good thing, and likely because it can help create incredible dishes and emojis like this one that depicts the American flag.

10. Where Babies Come From

"Where do babies come from?" is a question all parents fear until the day it is finally asked. Luckily, today's group of child rearers can use this simple yet creative emoji to explain it all. Graphic images and comparisons to birds and bees are not required!

9. The Life Of A Teacher

Teachers act like they have it hard, but they really don not. Let us face it: their income's solid, they get the summer vacations we all wish we still had, and they get to keep their homes stocked with a wide selection of wine.

8. Octopus Humour

Is it bad to be cheesy in the 21st century? The average 12-year-old will tell you "hell yes" but if your friends or significant others are cool with it, embrace the octopi! It may get you pretty far in life if it is used correctly.

7. Spring Breakers

There is the long version of the James Franco movie, and then there is the emoji version. The latter is obviously this text message that plays out the actions and the consequences before the gavel ends any and all forms of partying.

6. Deconstructing "Lost"

It is hard to state that an emoji text convo contains spoiler alerts but if you have watched every episode of "Lost", you will totally get this one. We just wish there was a specific icon that did or could represent Harley.

5. Do not Mess With Texas

Texas is a very large state - and we mean a very, very large state. It takes around half a day to go through the entire land mass that is Texas but like any local will tell you, some parts are unbelievable. So don not mess with it.

4. Occupy Wall Street

The 99 per cent and the 1 per cent is still a major issue, but the real problem is the percentage of emojis in your iPhone that you never use. C'mon phone junkies - it is time to beef up your vocabulary!

3. To Bee Or Not To Bee

Thanks to Lexy, emoji conversations can now be pretty deep. In fact, they can quote Shakespeare word for word, so it is only a matter of time before you can purchase a book that features the poet's work solely in smiley faces, animals and inanimate objects.

2. Carly Rae A Day

Some suspect comedian Aziz Ansari was behind this, as he did do his own emoji take on a Jay-Z and Kanye West song, and we would not doubt it. It is highly unlikely Carly Rae is behind it, so it has to be him!

1. Connect Four

Text conversations never usually get this bland but in case they do, there is always Connect Four. It is a piece of childhood nostalgia that will never be forgotten and now it is a text-friendly multi-player game you can use to get out of an awkward situation.