New Sony smartphone that could be the Xperia Z4 has cleared FCC

Amidst the numerous rumors and leaks in the run up to the Sony Xperia Z4 release date, we have yet another report that takes it a step nearer. Sony’s upcoming flagship has reportedly cleared the big hurdle needed for it to launch commercially. Yes, we are talking about its alleged FCC clearance here.

Looks like the US FCC might have just approved the Sony Xperia Z4. A new Sony smartphone bearing the model number PM-0780 has recently passed the rigorous FCC testing procedures and it appears to be the upcoming Xperia Z4.

Details about the handset in the FCC documents indicate that it has a non-removable battery and provides broad-range LTE support. The Sony model PM-0780 also has a microSD card slot which is in line with rumors that suggest Sony is going to keep the microSD slot in its flagship. Several other smartphone manufacturers are said to be dropping this feature from their flagship devices.

Six variants of the device have been listed in the FCC documents and all of them have similar hardware. There are only some minor changes in configuration of their cellular radios, probably to be compatible with different networks of various carriers and/or different networks in different markets.

The smartphone’s dimensions listed in the FCC report are73 x 146 mm or 2.87 x 5.75 inches which are pretty much identical to those of the Xperia Z3. Moreover, the width and height match with the rumored dimensions of the Xperia Z4.

Additionally, the device that passed through the FCC has been listed as running Android OS build number 26.1.A.0.79. Although the FCC data does not confirm that the model number PM-0780 is indeed the Xperia Z4, the details revealed about the handset make it a strong possibility.

New Sony smartphone that could be the Xperia Z4 has cleared FCC

Microsoft Lumia 435 an entry level handset visits FCC: Specs and images

A new Lumia branded entry level handset seems to be on the cards. Quoted as the Microsoft Lumia 435, the device has recently appeared at the FCC and also being certified in Indonesia. The device has a few variants that include RM-1070, RM1071, RM1034 and RM1068 and RM-1032, the latter two being supposed as the dual SIM variants.

This smartphone is supposed to have a 4inch screen having a resolution of 480×480 with a pixel density of 235ppi. At its heart, it would be running the Snapdragon 200 CPU and its back would be hosting a 5MP primary camera. This visit at the FCC shows that the handset would be powered with a BV-5J battery exclusive for the model. Last month, the Indian import-export site reported a shipment of ten BV-5J cells along with ten dual SIM smartphones each valued at $57. This means that there is quite a bit of possibility that the handset might have been tested in India itself.

We are totally unaware of the launch date for this handset, but this could be the new affordable Windows Phone from Microsoft in making.

source: FCC via NPU (1), (2), (3), (4)

Microsoft Lumia 435 an entry level handset visits FCC: Specs and images

Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Model SM-G360P gets FCC certified

Although Samsung plans to reduce the number of its smartphone models, there are still a few in the pipeline. After announcing the Samsung Galaxy Grand Prime a couple of months back, we had another selfie-centric phone, the Galaxy Core Prime passing through TENNA last month. It was also listed for pre-order by Indian online retailer Flipkart.

We now have the Galaxy Core Prime getting FCC certification in the US. This is an entry-level CDMA smartphone with model no. SM-G360P, headed to US carriers. The FCC label of the handset carries the customer service no. of Boost Mobile indicating that the device will probably be launched by this operator. However, the Galaxy Core Prime model SM-G360P may well be heading to Sprint as the handset supports LTE bands 25, 26 and 41 which are compatible with the Sprint network.

The specs of model SM-G360P passing through FCC are somewhat different from the specs of Galaxy Core Prime leaked via Flipkart earlier, so this may be a variant of that phone. This model has a 4.5” LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800, 1.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor with 32-bit and 64-bit support, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal expandable memory, a 5MP rear camera, a 2MP front-facing camera and a 2,000mAh battery. The handset runs Android 4.4.4 KitKat coupled with Samsung’s own TouchWiz.

The new Samsung Galaxy Core Prime could be a good buy in the affordable segment. Indian variant of the device is priced at about $140 but its pricing in the US is not known. Since the handset has been certified by FCC, its official announcement is expected soon.

Check out the images:

Via PhoneArena

Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Model SM-G360P gets FCC certified

Samsung’s dual SIM Tizen Smartphone SM-Z130H/DS approved by FCC

We have been hearing about Samsun launching its Tizen smartphone for quite some time now. Well, looks like Samsung’s plans are finally going to materialize and we will be seeing the company’s first Tizen smartphone in the market pretty soon. Tizen is Samsung’s in-house operating system that will take on Google’s Android.

A low-end Samsung SM-Z130H/DS with dual SIM has just been spotted passing through the FCC. Since devices usually get launched soon after they receive the FCC certification, it is safe to assume that this Tizen smartphone may be launched in the near future. Some time back, Samsung had announced that it will launch its Tizen smartphones in India in November.

The FCC filing for the smartphone Samsung SM-Z130H is under FCC ID “A3LSMZ130H”and it is a dual SIM device. The Smartphone will support GSM 850/1900, Wi-fi 802.11b and Bluetooth, and covers the SAR bands.

The above image indicates that the Samsung Tizen smartphone will be 51mm wide and 103mm long. The phone has been listed at Zauba.com and shows a 4-inch display. Other Rumored specs of the SM-Z130H Tizen model include 3.2 MP rear camera, FM Radio, Facebook and Twitter apps integrated at launch and Tizen OS version 2.3.

Via TizenExperts

Samsung’s dual SIM Tizen Smartphone SM-Z130H/DS approved by FCC

Upcoming HTC Nexus 9 has just passed through FCC

It’s just a matter of couple of weeks when we get to hear the first official word from Google regarding its upcoming tablet Nexus 9 made by HTC probably along with its much rumored and much awaited flagship Nexus 6. But we all know that it’s a tradition in the tech industry that before a device goes official, it has to pass through FCC. Well, the Nexus 9 has now passed through process and we are still waiting for the Nexus 6 to get its approval from FCC.

However, the FCC listing does not give us a strong indication that this is Nexus 9, but it does state that it is an HTC tablet and as per the current status, HTC is certainly not working indigenously for a tablet of its own! This probably means that it would be non-other, but Nexus 9. FCC has also shed out some information on the specs of the device that shows it to be having a 8.9inch display with 2560×1440 pixel resolution, a 64-bit Tegra K1 SoC chipset, 3GB of RAM, 16MP of camera and the Google’s recently announced Android L on-board.  The connectivity options for the device include NFC, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 802.11ac.

Earlier rumrs quote the tablet to be arriving sometime in mid-October but recent rumors have claimed to be arriving as soon as this Wednesday i.e. October 8. It might happen that Google might announce the tablet on 8^th and later release it after a weeks time.

 

Upcoming HTC Nexus 9 has just passed through FCC

Sony D6603 speculated to be the Xperia Z3, spotted at FCC

Last month we saw Sony smartphone model number PM-0800-BV (D6603) get the TÜV Rheinland certification along with some other models. Now, the model PM-0800 has surfaced again, this time at the Federal Communications Commission, US. According to reports, Sony’s Xperia smartphone with ID PM-0800 has passed through FCC just a couple of days ago. This number corresponds to model D6603 and is supposed to be Sony’s much awaited smartphone Xperia Z3.

The FCC document shows that the Sony smartphone having FCC ID PY7PM-0800 supports LTE bands B2, B4, B5, B7 and B13/B17 as well as wireless LAN, Bluetooth, GPS and NFC. The build numbers tested are 23.0.D.0.100 and 23.0.A.0.204.

This is about all the information available so far. The image below shows the label – FCC ID: PY7PM-0800 and label location in the device.

It is seen that Sony usually releases its new smartphones in other international markets first and then later in the US. However, FCC certification of the Xperia Z3 suggests that Sony is preparing to release its next flagship smartphone in US and other markets simultaneously. Sony Xperia Z3 is expected to be announced at the IFA 2014 Show to be held in Berlin in the beginning of September. Till then, we expect more rumors and leaks about the smartphone to make the rounds . We’ll keep you informed in case we hear anything more about it.

Sony D6603 speculated to be the Xperia Z3, spotted at FCC

Sony Xperia M2 Aqua spotted at FCC

Sony is rumored of releasing an upgraded variant of the Xperia M2. The device codenamed Xperia M2 Aqua was just spotted at the FCC with special certification for dust and water resistance.

The Xperia M2 Aqua digging the FCC database(XML) also exhibited model numbers PM-0770 and PM-0771. Reportedly,the two model numbers refer to the same device but with different sets of LTE bands. The PM-0770 has LTE bands ranging from 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, and 20 while the PM-0771 has the ability to only run on bands 2, 4, 7, and 17. The FCC documents further revealed that connectivity options also include Wi-Fi a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, ANT+, NFC, and GPS.

The forthcoming Xperia M2 Aqua will likely be very similar to the original Xperia M2 unveiled last quarter, save for its water resistant capabilities. The two handsets have similar dimensions and will likely sport the same design as well. The specifications of the Xperia M2 Aqua are also expected to be identical to those of the original Xperia M2.

As a reminder, the Sony Xperia M2 sports a 4.8-inch qHD TFT LCD display, a quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor clocked at 1.2GHz, 1GB of RAM, and 8GB of onboard storage. Other specs features an 8-megapixel rear camera, a VGA front shooter and a 2,300 mAh battery. On the software side, the Xperia M2 runs Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.

The Sony Xperia M2 launched in a dual-SIM variant as well, but the Xperia M2 Aqua model will likely have single-SIM support. The FCC documents suggesting an imminent release, but no additional information is available at this moment. We’ll make sure to keep you updated as soon as more details surface regarding this Xperia M2 Aqua, so stay tuned.

   

 

Sony Xperia M2 Aqua spotted at FCC

AT&T based Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 hits FCC

Few days back, Samsung announced the Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 and the Galaxy Note Pro officially and how its seems there is yet another affordable tablet that has to join the AT&T club. Recently on more Samsung Tablet labelled as SM-T337A has been found in FCC database. The Samsung SM-T337A tablet is specifically destined for AT&T as it supports the LTE bands for that carrier and the image shows the device etched with AT&T at its back side. Dimension wise, the device measures 209.8mm by 123.8mm wide.

Looking to its specs, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 hosts an 8inch display with 1280×800 pixel resolution. At its heart ies a quad-core Snapdragon 400 SoC clocked at 1.2GHz clock frequency. Needless to say, it is an Android based device with a 3MP mounted at its back. However, these are the specs for the international version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 and we believe that the yet to be announced AT&T would too host similar kind of specs with additional LTE capabilities.

Additional information that needs to be noted is that the Samsung SM-T337A has been certified with Wi-Fi alliance, being clearly stated it to being an Android powered tablet. The alliance’s database also includes this name for the tablet i.e. the SM-T337A suggesting the arrival of the tablet on T-Mobile as well.

AT&T based Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 hits FCC

Samsung SM-R382 Android smartwatch spotted on FCC website

We’re just two weeks away from the Google I/O developer event where the first Android Wear smartwatches are expected to debut. We are already knowing about the LG G Watch and the Moto 360 but Google also do have additional hardware partners for Android Wear. Samsung is one and they are apparently not losing momentum in wearable segments.The new model number SM-R382 of a wearable device has been spotted on the FCC website confirming the launching date soon.

According to the FCC listing, the SM-R382 is certainly a smartwatch, but it remains to be seen if this is the rumored Gear 2 Solo, a SIM-enabled variant of the Gear 2 that is expected to launched next to the Galaxy Note 4 in September, or else it is the Android Wear-based Galaxy Wear that Samsung has confirmed. Reportedly, it is found that the SM-R382 is around 10mm smaller than the Gear 2 in height, indicating the watch not having a hard home button or camera.The SM-R382 device featuring Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity has already passed through the Bluetooth certification.

Samsung Inc. seems to be striking out on its own with Tizen in wearable devices. There are always more developers for Android than Tizen, concluding that if the company skips Android Wear entirely, it could miss out on apps for its own wearable device.The company has not revealed about the price and availability of the device. Sources are hinting that SM-R382 will be the third Android Wear device that Google will show off at Google I/O. Stay tuned to Doi-Toshin for further updates.

Samsung SM-R382 Android smartwatch spotted on FCC website

Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 With AMOLED Display Leaked in FCC images

The specifications and photos of Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Tab S 10.5 tablet have spotted online.The leak comes courtesy Federal Communications Commission (FCC) , the body that certifies devices when they are to be launched in the US.

According to FCC reports, the upcoming Galaxy Tab S 10.5 will have a 10.5-inch display made of AMOLED panel. Besides new photos, the FCC also provided measurements of the tablet, carrying the model name SM-T800. It measures 246.5mm wide and 176.4mm tall.Though there is no information on the device’s thickness, the leaked images suggest that it will be quite slim.

The back of the alleged Galaxy Tab S 10.5 seems to have a similar textured ‘perforated’ pattern as the Samsung Galaxy S5.The tablet supports 1080p full-HD video recording and Wifi connectivity. It will be Samsung’s first ever tablet series to feature a fingerprint sensor integrated in the hardware Home button and also has soft keys for Back and Task Switcher.

Earlier reports have revealed that hardware specifications of Galaxy Tab S 10.5 will include display resolution of 2560×1600 pixels, Exynos 5420 octa-core processor, 8MP rear camera and 2MP front camera. Connectivity features of the tablet include Wi-Fi, 4G, Bluetooth 4.0 and infrared. On the software side, this tablet will run on Android 4.4 (KitKat) and will be overlaid with Samsung’s Magazine UI.

This 10.5-inch tablet is rumoured to be part of Samsung’s upcoming range of premium tablets, and is expected to be launched alongside its 8.5- and 13.3-inch siblings on June 12.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 With AMOLED Display Leaked in FCC images