Amazon announces new Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire HD 8.9...

Within the last few hours, Amazon has announced there new iteration of the Kindle range with the Kindle Fire HD and Kindle Fire HD 8.9. Obviously, we're interested in this new 8.9-inch variant of the Kindle Fire. However, specs wise you can expect 40% faster performance over the original Kindle Fire, according to Amazon.

Exact specs for the Kindle Fire HD include a 7-inch IPS display with WXGA resolution (800x1280), powered by a dual-core TI OMAP 4470 processor clocked at 1.2GHz with 1GB of RAM. The device only has a front-facing which is said to be HD with no exact resolution given. Internal storage is at 16GB for $199.

Now for the new kid on the block, the Kindle Fire HD 8.9 packs a 8.9-inch IPS display with WUXGA resolution (1200x1920), powered by a dual-core TI OMAP 4470 processor with 1GB of RAM. Similarly, The device has only one camera, being a HD capable front-facing camera. Internal storage is at 16GB for a price of $299.

Motorola announce RAZR HD, RAZR HD MAXX and RAZR M...

Motorola has just announced three new droids, the RAZR HD, RAZR HD MAXX and RAZR M. All devices run Android 4.0 which is a disappointment but will be updated to Jelly Bean by the end of the year. However, the specs of all devices seem pretty impressive. Worth noting that the UK version of the RAZR M will feature Intel's Atom processor.

RAZR HD includes a 4.5-inch SuperAMOLED display with 720p resolution (720x1280), powered by Qualcomm's dual-core S4 processor clocked at 1.5GHz with 1GB of RAM. Camera's include a 8-megapixel rear-facing camera and a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video calls. Internal storage is at 12GB but can be expanded by MicroSD card (up to 32GB).

RAZR MAXX HD includes all of the original RAZR HD's specs except for a larger 3300mAh battery, which is unchanged from the previous MAXX but rest assure that battery life will still be excellent due to Qualcomm's S4 processor.

The RAZR M is a budget device in comparison to the RAZR HD & RAZR MAXX. It packs a 4.3-inch SuperAMOLED display with qHD resolution (540x960), powered by Qualcomm's dual-core S4 processor clocked at 1GB of RAM. Camera's on the device are 8-megapixel rear-facing camera and a VGA front-facing camera for video calls. Internal storage is at 8GB but can be expanded by MicroSD card (up to 32GB).

Powerful HTC smartphone on the horizon...

A new HTC smartphone is in the works, this has been revealed by a benchmark done on the device via. GLBenchmark. The device is Verizon bound with 4G LTE radios on board and is looking to be a successor to Verizon's HTC Rezound based on the model number the device is showing.

One thing about this device is that it is packing a 1080p (1080x1794) screen, that's right a full HD display on a smartphone, another interesting spec is the device's quad-core Snapdragon processor paired with an Adreno 320 GPU clocked at 1.5GHz. This device is going to take the market by storm but all that grunt under the hood will mainly be used to control that dense screen.

Think 10.1 is big? Frontier launches 21.5-inch tablet...

We've seen big tablets in the form of the Toshiba Excite 13, but Japanese based company Frontier have not stopped at 13-inch, instead launching a 21.5-inch tablet or as many are calling it a "smart screen". The tablet essential packs a densely screen, smartphone processor but costs a reasonably cool $440.

The tablet features a 1200x1920 (WUXGA) display, powered by a TI OMAP 4428 processor clocked at 1GHz with 1GB of RAM. It comes with 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded by MicroSD or using one of the devices many full-sized USB ports for a hard drive. The device has one front-facing 1.2 megapixel camera for video calling and runs on Android 4.0.

Motorola Atrix HD for AT&T official...

The Motorola codenamed smartphone "Dinara" has now officially been revealed as the AT&T bound Motorola Atrix HD, the smartphone packs a 4.5-inch 720p display, dual-core processor and LTE compatibility. The display being one of the highest resolution on the market currently, no word has been said as to whether the Atrix HD will be made available in the UK but it is highly unlikely.

The exact specs include a 4.5-inch 720p display powered by a dual-core processor clocked at 1.5GHz with 1GB of RAM. Cameras include a 8-megapixel rear-facing camera and a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video calling. There is 8GB of internal storage with the added benefit of expansion by MicroSD card up 32GB. The Atrix HD takes advantage of Android 4.0 with on-screen soft keys instead of capacitive/physical buttons.

Acer Iconia 700 up for pre-order...

Acer has announced that it's Iconia A700 tablet will be up for pre-order from today, the tablet went on pre-order for a price of $450 and is available in either black or silver. For that price, the tablet offers a 1080p display, Nvidia's Tegra 3 processor and 32GBs of internal storage.

The Iconia A700 packs a 10.1-inch display with a resolution of 1200x1920 meaning the tablet has a full HD display. The tablet runs on Nvidia's quad-core Tegra 3 processor running at 1.3GHz with 1GB of RAM. The tablet has two cameras, a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera and a front-facing camera for video calling. The tablet is available with 16, 32 or even 64GB of internal storage which can also be expanded using a MicroSD card.

LG Optimus 4X HD available in Europe...

After we first saw the LG Optimus 4X HD at Mobile World Congress, the company has now released their new quad-core powered flagship device in Europe, hitting Germany for 505 Euro's and will be hitting more in the coming month.

The device packs a 4.7-inch HD-IPS display and runs on a quad-core Cortex A9 processor with 1GB of RAM, It runs Android 4.0 out of the box. The device sports a 8 megapixel rear-facing camera with a 1.3 megapixel front facing camera for video calling. The device has 16GB of Storage with the option to expand it using the MicroSD slot.

This phone is one of many top-tier quad-core phones being released this year. After the Optimus 2X's ferocious battle with the Galaxy S2, will the 4X be the winner this time round with Samsung's Galaxy S3?

Images of Motorola Atrix 3 and RAZR HD leaked...

TheVerge has received photos of what is to be believed as the successor to the Atrix 2 but for now known by it's codename "Dinara". The Dinara is said to feature a 720p HD display (720x1280 most likely) and run on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). Rumours suggest the phone will boast a 13MP rear-facing camera with a 2MP front-facing camera for video calls. The processor that is believed to be used is Snapdragon's S4 dual-core processor clocked at 1.5GHz. This phone will be primarily for the AT&T network as can be seen by it's AT&T branding.

Meanwhile, DroidLife has acquired photos of the RAZR HD, as expected the RAZR HD will bare the same Kevlar aesthetic seen on the original which consequently means that there'll be no removable battery but rumours suggest that the RAZR HD will pack the same battery that the RAZR MAXX had. (3300mAh). Other than that the display is rumoured to be a  720p HD 4.5-inch affair. Other specs point to the device running Android 4.0 out of the box, the phone will use the same cameras and processor with 1GB of RAM (TI-OMAP 4430).

Sony Announces Xperia Go and Acro S smartphones...

Sony has just announced two more additions to their Xperia line up, the Xperia Go and Acro S. Both of which are said to ship in Q3 of 2012. Both handsets are waterproof but have relatively good specs.

The Xperia Go sports a 3.5-inch LED backlit LCD display with a resolution of 320x480, the device runs a Dual-core 1GHz processor with 512MB of RAM. The device runs on Android 2.3 out of the box but is planned to be upgraded to Android 4.0 shortly after release. The device boasts a 5MP rear-facing camera and comes with 8GBs of internal storage.

The Xperia Acro S sounds like a flagship device and it sure could be with it's specs. The Acro S packs a LED backlit LCD display with a resolution of 720x1280, it runs a Dual-core 1.5GHz processor with 1GB of RAM. This device runs Android 4.0 out of the box and will most likely be able to see Jelly Bean (next android). The device boasts a 12MP rear-facing camera with a 1.3MP front-facing camera and comes with 16GB of internal storage.

Both phones a IP67 certified allowing them to be waterproof for up to 1m for 30mins. So, if your wanting a near-enough top end smartphone you could get the Acro S or if your looking for a budget smartphone but wnt it to be waterproof, get the Go.

Sony GX and SX heading for Japan...

Sony has announced two new smartphones -both LTE enabled, for Japan. Out of the two, the Xperia GX stands out the most combining the specs of the Xperia Ion but boasting a whopping 13MP camera. The SX however is the lightweight of the two claiming to be the lightest LTE compatible handset at 95g.

Xperia GX

The Xperia GX was formerly known as the LT29i Hayabusa that has been wildly leaked over the past few weeks, It comes with a 4.6-inch HD Reality Display along with the Mobile BRAVIA engine. The display has a resolution of 720x1280 giving a pixel density of 319PPI. A 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor, has a 13MP snapper on the back with Exmor R camera sensor that should enhance low-light performance and a 1.3MP front facing camera for video calls. The phone comes with 16GB of internal storage, a 1700mAh battery and Android 4.0 out of the box.

Xperia SX

The Xperia SX comes with a 3.7-inch qHD display with a resolution of 540x960 giving a pixel density of 298PPI, the display is enhanced using Sony's Mobile BRAVIA engine, 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor with 1GB RAM, a 8MP camera on the back with Exmor R camera sensor, a front facing 1.3MP camera for video calls. Theres 8GBs of internal storage, a 1500mAh battery and Android 4.0 out of the box.

LG Optimus LTE2

LG has today just announced their successor to the Optimus LTE -The Optimus LTE2. This comes on the same day that Samsung unveiled their new flagship Galaxy SIII.

As "revolutionary" as the Galaxy S3 was, there was nothing that really sparked a riot when it came to specifications. On the other hand, LG have managed to cram 2GBs of RAM in the LTE2 making it better at multitasking than the S3 already.

Other specs include a "True HD" IPS display with a unconfirmed resolution of 1280x720. LTE compatibility has led some to believe that the device will come with a dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor. The device has however a confirmed battery capacity of 2,150mAh. LG has said that this combination means this device will last 40 percent longer than it's predecessor.

RUMOUR: LG "D1L"

An anonymous LG official has been cited in a report confirming that the company is "developing a phone with a project name D1L" This smartphone will apparently go on to compete with the Galaxy S3 and HTC One X when it's thought to start shipping in May.

The D1L is said to sport a 4.7inch screen with a resolution of 720x1,280-pixels, similar resolution to what the Galaxy S3 is said to feature. The D1L will be powered by a dual core 1.5Ghz Snapdragon S4 processor and will be LG's first handset to feature Android 4.0 "Ice Cream Sandwich".

What do you think of this new smartphone? Will you be getting it?