Android

Xiaomi aims to do it again with Redmi Note 2
Xiaomi has managed to pair some high-end components with an affordable price on its latest budget Redmi series of smartphones.  The company announced its Redmi Note 2 large screen smartphone will be available in four markets in Asia from November 11.  
Global smartphone shipments second highest level in a quarter: IDC
Smartphone manufacturers globally achieved the second highest quarter of phone shipments on record, according to preliminary results from research firm International Data Corporation (IDC).  
Huawei Watch makes its way to Asia, at long last
Huawei's first smartwatch, the Huawei Watch goes on sale in Singapore from Oct 30.  We go hands-on with the Android Wear based wearable from the Chinese vendor to find out why it took so long for the company to bring it to market, since its introduction in February this year.
Google Nexus 6P pre-order in Singapore starts Nov 2
Pre-order exclusively online through Lazada Singapore Prices start at S$899 for 64GB version FANS of Google Nexus smartphones in Singapore will soon be able to get their hands on the search giant’s latest large-screen flagship, the Nexus 6P.  
ZTE Axon Elite Review: Design grates but cameras impress
Chinese telecom giant takes a big leap into the premium smartphone segment with the Axon Elite.  Does it have what it takes to compete with the big boys?  Find out in this review by Chong Jinn Xiung.
Sony Xperia M5 Review: A splashing good time
Sony Mobile's Xperia M5 is out in the market barely six months after its predecessor the Xperia M4 Aqua.  Does this dual SIM, waterproof and high megapixel camera smartphone offer anything new? Read the review as the DNA Test team put it through its paces.
HTC One E9+ Review: Could this be the One even without the Desire?
Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC may not be in the best shape business-wise, but one cannot deny the company’s smartphones have its fair share of fans worldwide, whether for the premium One series or the mid-tier Desire range. DNA editor Keith Liu reviews the company's most recent premium mid-range handset, the dual SIM HTC One E9+.
Why Google’s new Nexus smartphones are irrelevant
Google’s annual launch last week to introduce its new Nexus smartphones may have grabbed headlines, but DNA editor Keith Liu says they are becoming irrelevant in today’s highly-crowded Android smartphone space.
Sony Mobile to focus on premium range, rationalise portfolio
Sony Mobile Communications aims to turn its money-losing business around through a new range of premium Z5 smartphones and streamlining its low-end portfolio. 
Review: Master your mugshots with the Asus ZenFone Selfie
Ever felt the need to improve your selfie game?  Asus ZenFone Selfie seems to have the answer with a 13 MP front camera.  Keith Liu reviews this affordable Android smartphone.
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