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Plamen Dimitrov

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Plamen is a keen tech trend follower. His main responsibilities at PhoneArena include writing news, finding good deals, and product reviews. In his free time, he loves to read non-fiction literature.

Recent articles by Plamen

13

Bluboo's upcoming S2 smartphone to feature new type of bezel-less design

SponsoredBluboo's upcoming S2 smartphone to feature new type of bezel-less design

09 Feb 2018, 04:07 | by Plamen Dimitrov

9

Deal: iPhone 7/8 Smart Battery case (white) is now $50 off, grab one for $49

Deal: iPhone 7/8 Smart Battery case (white) is now $50 off, grab one for $49

08 Feb 2018, 06:58 | by Plamen Dimitrov

6

Galaxy S7 edge unit mysteriously receives Android Oreo update, see the software in this video

Galaxy S7 edge unit mysteriously receives Android Oreo update, see the software in this video

08 Feb 2018, 06:46 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

Nokia 8 and Nokia 3 get new update with security improvements

Nokia 8 and Nokia 3 get new update with security improvements

08 Feb 2018, 04:42 | by Plamen Dimitrov

Deal: Apple iPhone X official leather folio case is 44% off, save big!

Deal: Apple iPhone X official leather folio case is 44% off, save big!

07 Feb 2018, 06:53 | by Plamen Dimitrov

4

Major Telegram update adds video streaming, Auto-Night Mode, Telegram Login

Major Telegram update adds video streaming, Auto-Night Mode, Telegram Login

07 Feb 2018, 02:55 | by Plamen Dimitrov

7

Maze bezel-less phones are now on sale, sizeable discounts for Alpha and Alpha X models

SponsoredMaze bezel-less phones are now on sale, sizeable discounts for Alpha and Alpha X models

07 Feb 2018, 01:15 | by Plamen Dimitrov

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

06 Feb 2018, 08:31 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

These paid Android icon packs are free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

05 Feb 2018, 09:10 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

Oreo-based OxygenOS 5.0.2 update for OnePlus 5T halted, OnePlus rolling out a revised version

Oreo-based OxygenOS 5.0.2 update for OnePlus 5T halted, OnePlus rolling out a revised version

05 Feb 2018, 05:55 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Honor 7X in Red launches in US for Valentine's Day

Honor 7X in Red launches in US for Valentine's Day

05 Feb 2018, 04:26 | by Plamen Dimitrov

10

Samsung leader Jay Y. Lee freed from prison following successful appeal

Samsung leader Jay Y. Lee freed from prison following successful appeal

05 Feb 2018, 02:50 | by Plamen Dimitrov

5

Essential Phone's Camera app improved with grid options in latest update

Essential Phone's Camera app improved with grid options in latest update

02 Feb 2018, 09:17 | by Plamen Dimitrov

Oreo-powered Galaxy S8 Active passes certification, update imminent?

Oreo-powered Galaxy S8 Active passes certification, update imminent?

02 Feb 2018, 06:19 | by Plamen Dimitrov

17

New features of Oreo-based Samsung Experience 9.0 detailed in infographic

New features of Oreo-based Samsung Experience 9.0 detailed in infographic

02 Feb 2018, 03:25 | by Plamen Dimitrov

16

Apple removes Telegram from App Store for

Apple removes Telegram from App Store for "inappropriate content"

01 Feb 2018, 08:01 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

Need a great wireless speaker? The 16W Anker SoundCore Sport XL is on sale for $42, save big!

Need a great wireless speaker? The 16W Anker SoundCore Sport XL is on sale for $42, save big!

01 Feb 2018, 05:40 | by Plamen Dimitrov

Deal: Google Home is now on sale for $93, save 28%!

Deal: Google Home is now on sale for $93, save 28%!

01 Feb 2018, 04:03 | by Plamen Dimitrov

11

Galaxy S8 beta testers to get Android Oreo a day earlier, Samsung

Galaxy S8 beta testers to get Android Oreo a day earlier, Samsung "doing its best" to release official update

01 Feb 2018, 01:47 | by Plamen Dimitrov

Sprint pushes new update to LG V20, brings security changes

Sprint pushes new update to LG V20, brings security changes

31 Jan 2018, 07:49 | by Plamen Dimitrov

4

OnePlus 5T gets official Oreo update, see all the new features included in OxygenOS 5.0.2

OnePlus 5T gets official Oreo update, see all the new features included in OxygenOS 5.0.2

31 Jan 2018, 05:23 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

Keeping you safe: Google removed a record number of bad apps from Play Store in 2017

Keeping you safe: Google removed a record number of bad apps from Play Store in 2017

31 Jan 2018, 03:34 | by Plamen Dimitrov

38

Report: Apple changing iOS plans for 2018, will cut new features to focus on performance and quality issues

Report: Apple changing iOS plans for 2018, will cut new features to focus on performance and quality issues

30 Jan 2018, 07:54 | by Plamen Dimitrov

7

Honor 7X gets Face Unlock, AR lens, more in new update

Honor 7X gets Face Unlock, AR lens, more in new update

30 Jan 2018, 06:26 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

These paid Android icon packs are free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

30 Jan 2018, 05:03 | by Plamen Dimitrov

3

Sony Xperia XA2, XA2 Ultra, and L2 price and availability revealed

Sony Xperia XA2, XA2 Ultra, and L2 price and availability revealed

30 Jan 2018, 01:57 | by Plamen Dimitrov

4

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

29 Jan 2018, 06:53 | by Plamen Dimitrov

Huawei P20 variants and color options might have just been revealed

Huawei P20 variants and color options might have just been revealed

29 Jan 2018, 03:21 | by Plamen Dimitrov

3

10 best RPG games for iOS and Android to play in 2018

10 best RPG games for iOS and Android to play in 2018

26 Jan 2018, 06:39 | by Plamen Dimitrov

8

LG's 2017 financial results are encouraging, but mobile division still recording losses

LG's 2017 financial results are encouraging, but mobile division still recording losses

25 Jan 2018, 04:42 | by Plamen Dimitrov

5

Deal: Unlocked LG V20 (refurbished) is on sale for $215, the lowest price to date!

Deal: Unlocked LG V20 (refurbished) is on sale for $215, the lowest price to date!

25 Jan 2018, 02:34 | by Plamen Dimitrov

35

Apple previews iOS 11.3: Update will let you turn off iPhone throttling, see all the changes here

Apple previews iOS 11.3: Update will let you turn off iPhone throttling, see all the changes here

24 Jan 2018, 08:56 | by Plamen Dimitrov

3

Siri now actively used on 500+ million iOS devices, adoption rate grows by 25% in 7 months

Siri now actively used on 500+ million iOS devices, adoption rate grows by 25% in 7 months

24 Jan 2018, 07:12 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Deal: UE Roll 2, one of the best compact Bluetooth speakers is down to $50, save big!

Deal: UE Roll 2, one of the best compact Bluetooth speakers is down to $50, save big!

24 Jan 2018, 04:09 | by Plamen Dimitrov

4

Xiaomi starts MIUI 10 development, will focus on AI features

Xiaomi starts MIUI 10 development, will focus on AI features

24 Jan 2018, 02:33 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Samsung launches official 2018 Winter Olympics app, will help you stay updated on news, rankings, more

Samsung launches official 2018 Winter Olympics app, will help you stay updated on news, rankings, more

24 Jan 2018, 00:51 | by Plamen Dimitrov

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

23 Jan 2018, 08:57 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 receives new update, brings security changes

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 receives new update, brings security changes

23 Jan 2018, 03:06 | by Plamen Dimitrov

9

Valentine's Day 2018 tech gift guide: here's what to get for your significant other

Valentine's Day 2018 tech gift guide: here's what to get for your significant other

23 Jan 2018, 01:27 | by Plamen Dimitrov

5

These paid Android icon packs are free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

19 Jan 2018, 05:31 | by Plamen Dimitrov

14

LG rumored to launch V30 model with improved AI features at MWC 2018

LG rumored to launch V30 model with improved AI features at MWC 2018

19 Jan 2018, 03:37 | by Plamen Dimitrov

3

Deal: iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and iPhone X OtterBox cases are discounted by up to 60%, save big!

Deal: iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and iPhone X OtterBox cases are discounted by up to 60%, save big!

18 Jan 2018, 09:32 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

18 Jan 2018, 08:28 | by Plamen Dimitrov

17

Expect something "awesome" from Nokia at MWC 2018, HMD executive says

18 Jan 2018, 05:37 | by Plamen Dimitrov

12

Google and Huawei team up to spread RCS messaging, all Huawei smartphones to get Android Messages app

Google and Huawei team up to spread RCS messaging, all Huawei smartphones to get Android Messages app

18 Jan 2018, 03:41 | by Plamen Dimitrov

88

Samsung and LG to face competition for iPhone OLED panel supply, Sharp and Japan Display entering the race

Samsung and LG to face competition for iPhone OLED panel supply, Sharp and Japan Display entering the race

12 Jan 2018, 07:46 | by Plamen Dimitrov

5

Super mid-ranger Honor 7X up for pre-order on Amazon, see when you can get it

Super mid-ranger Honor 7X up for pre-order on Amazon, see when you can get it

12 Jan 2018, 03:46 | by Plamen Dimitrov

3

Deal: This Samsung 10,200mAh portable charger with fast charging is 76% off, grab one for $20!

Deal: This Samsung 10,200mAh portable charger with fast charging is 76% off, grab one for $20!

12 Jan 2018, 02:36 | by Plamen Dimitrov

27

LG changing strategy in a bid to turn smartphone fortunes around, will release new models

LG changing strategy in a bid to turn smartphone fortunes around, will release new models "when it is needed"

11 Jan 2018, 09:30 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Samsung rolling out what is possibly the last Galaxy S8/S8+ Oreo beta update, see what's new

Samsung rolling out what is possibly the last Galaxy S8/S8+ Oreo beta update, see what's new

11 Jan 2018, 07:10 | by Plamen Dimitrov

These paid Android icon packs are free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

11 Jan 2018, 05:24 | by Plamen Dimitrov

6

US HTC U11 gets big new update, changelog mysteriously missing

US HTC U11 gets big new update, changelog mysteriously missing

11 Jan 2018, 02:06 | by Plamen Dimitrov

5

Deal: Sony's 2016 Xperia XZ flagship (US variant) is down to $300, the lowest price to date!

Deal: Sony's 2016 Xperia XZ flagship (US variant) is down to $300, the lowest price to date!

10 Jan 2018, 09:04 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Deal: LG's Tone Active A80 neckbuds are 60% off, grab a pair for $30!

Deal: LG's Tone Active A80 neckbuds are 60% off, grab a pair for $30!

10 Jan 2018, 06:58 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Google Duo might get web app, group calls, other big features, app is coming to smart displays

Google Duo might get web app, group calls, other big features, app is coming to smart displays

10 Jan 2018, 05:03 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

Google investigating swipe issue on Pixel/Nexus phones caused by Android 8.1 Oreo

Google investigating swipe issue on Pixel/Nexus phones caused by Android 8.1 Oreo

10 Jan 2018, 02:44 | by Plamen Dimitrov

11

Deal: LG V30+ 128GB (US unlocked) is down to $774, save $155!

Deal: LG V30+ 128GB (US unlocked) is down to $774, save $155!

09 Jan 2018, 08:17 | by Plamen Dimitrov

38

Apple will add new iPhone parental control features to tackle child smartphone addiction

Apple will add new iPhone parental control features to tackle child smartphone addiction

09 Jan 2018, 06:12 | by Plamen Dimitrov

15

LG had a profitable Q4 2017, but no thanks to smartphone sales

LG had a profitable Q4 2017, but no thanks to smartphone sales

09 Jan 2018, 03:23 | by Plamen Dimitrov

6

Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ won't get Dolby Atmos with Oreo update, company says

Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+ won't get Dolby Atmos with Oreo update, company says

08 Jan 2018, 09:22 | by Plamen Dimitrov

4

Deal: Moto Z2 Force (T-Mobile, new) is now on sale for $300, save $75!

Deal: Moto Z2 Force (T-Mobile, new) is now on sale for $300, save $75!

08 Jan 2018, 07:56 | by Plamen Dimitrov

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

08 Jan 2018, 05:27 | by Plamen Dimitrov

16

Crank it up! Here are the 10 phones with the loudest speakers from 2017

Crank it up! Here are the 10 phones with the loudest speakers from 2017

08 Jan 2018, 02:00 | by Plamen Dimitrov

30

The Doogee BL12000 features the biggest battery you've seen on a smartphone

SponsoredThe Doogee BL12000 features the biggest battery you've seen on a smartphone

05 Jan 2018, 09:25 | by Plamen Dimitrov

Deal: This 15W Bluetooth and Wi-Fi speaker is 66% off, grab one for $20!

Deal: This 15W Bluetooth and Wi-Fi speaker is 66% off, grab one for $20!

05 Jan 2018, 04:42 | by Plamen Dimitrov

21

Some Samsung Galaxy Note 8 units receive Android 8.0 Oreo official update

Some Samsung Galaxy Note 8 units receive Android 8.0 Oreo official update

05 Jan 2018, 02:28 | by Plamen Dimitrov

5

Deal: Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S7 (refurbished) is on sale for $220, save $100 (31%)!

Deal: Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S7 (refurbished) is on sale for $220, save $100 (31%)!

04 Jan 2018, 06:18 | by Plamen Dimitrov

28

iPhone sales could suffer from Apple's $29 battery replacement program, here are the estimated numbers

iPhone sales could suffer from Apple's $29 battery replacement program, here are the estimated numbers

04 Jan 2018, 04:25 | by Plamen Dimitrov

4

AT&T to launch a real mobile 5G network by the end of 2018

AT&T to launch a real mobile 5G network by the end of 2018

04 Jan 2018, 02:32 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

These paid Android icon packs are free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

03 Jan 2018, 09:14 | by Plamen Dimitrov

AT&T Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge receive new update, brings security improvements

AT&T Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge receive new update, brings security improvements

03 Jan 2018, 06:13 | by Plamen Dimitrov

30

LG's next flagship won't be called the G7, rebranding options considered

LG's next flagship won't be called the G7, rebranding options considered

03 Jan 2018, 05:22 | by Plamen Dimitrov

47

iPhone with 6.5-inch OLED screen could debut this year, LG Display to start shipping panels for Apple in H2 2018

iPhone with 6.5-inch OLED screen could debut this year, LG Display to start shipping panels for Apple in H2 2018

03 Jan 2018, 03:37 | by Plamen Dimitrov

7

LG V30 in new "Raspberry Rose" color to be unveiled at CES 2018

03 Jan 2018, 02:04 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

6 of the best MMO games for iOS and Android (2018)

6 of the best MMO games for iOS and Android (2018)

02 Jan 2018, 09:29 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

Nokia 6 (2018) could break cover sooner than expected, January 5th date tipped by big Chinese retailer

Nokia 6 (2018) could break cover sooner than expected, January 5th date tipped by big Chinese retailer

02 Jan 2018, 07:48 | by Plamen Dimitrov

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

02 Jan 2018, 05:49 | by Plamen Dimitrov

10

Deal: Samsung Gear VR (2017) headset and controller are down to $55, the lowest price to date!

Deal: Samsung Gear VR (2017) headset and controller are down to $55, the lowest price to date!

02 Jan 2018, 02:25 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

29 Dec 2017, 09:18 | by Plamen Dimitrov

37

(Update: possibly fake) Sony's next flagship could feature 4K HDR OLED screen, potent dual camera, Snapdragon 845

(Update: possibly fake) Sony's next flagship could feature 4K HDR OLED screen, potent dual camera, Snapdragon 845

29 Dec 2017, 06:59 | by Plamen Dimitrov

23

All major Snapdragon 845-powered phones allegedly revealed in new leak

All major Snapdragon 845-powered phones allegedly revealed in new leak

29 Dec 2017, 02:48 | by Plamen Dimitrov

These paid Android icon packs are free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

28 Dec 2017, 09:27 | by Plamen Dimitrov

8

OnePlus 3 and 3T get new Notes app, weather widget, quick clipboard, and more in latest beta update

OnePlus 3 and 3T get new Notes app, weather widget, quick clipboard, and more in latest beta update

28 Dec 2017, 07:44 | by Plamen Dimitrov

8

Sony's mysterious 6-inch H4233 model is the Xperia XA2 Ultra, here's what to expect

Sony's mysterious 6-inch H4233 model is the Xperia XA2 Ultra, here's what to expect

28 Dec 2017, 07:04 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

The LG ThinQ is a new "premium audio" smart speaker powered by Google Assistant

28 Dec 2017, 04:43 | by Plamen Dimitrov

19

Xiaomi to add iPhone X-like "full display gestures" to Mi MIX and Redmi 5 series phones

28 Dec 2017, 02:25 | by Plamen Dimitrov

13

Tizen 3.0 update for Gear S3 halted in early December, Samsung now pushing out a revised version

Tizen 3.0 update for Gear S3 halted in early December, Samsung now pushing out a revised version

22 Dec 2017, 08:49 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

T-Mobile pushes new update to the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, see what's new

T-Mobile pushes new update to the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, see what's new

22 Dec 2017, 05:27 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Verizon rolling out Android Oreo official update for the Moto Z2 Force

Verizon rolling out Android Oreo official update for the Moto Z2 Force

22 Dec 2017, 03:46 | by Plamen Dimitrov

85

Apple sued for slowing down iPhones with older batteries

Apple sued for slowing down iPhones with older batteries

22 Dec 2017, 02:28 | by Plamen Dimitrov

3

Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, and Note 5 receive new update, brings security improvements

Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+, and Note 5 receive new update, brings security improvements

21 Dec 2017, 04:01 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Ho-Ho-Headshot! Hitman Sniper is now free for a limited time on Google Play

20 Dec 2017, 08:59 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

These paid Android icon packs are free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

20 Dec 2017, 06:24 | by Plamen Dimitrov

15

Razer Phone gets new update with camera, audio, and other improvements, see what's new

Razer Phone gets new update with camera, audio, and other improvements, see what's new

20 Dec 2017, 04:54 | by Plamen Dimitrov

27

Raking it in: Samsung Display rumored to make $20 billion in revenue from iPhone panels in 2018

Raking it in: Samsung Display rumored to make $20 billion in revenue from iPhone panels in 2018

20 Dec 2017, 03:14 | by Plamen Dimitrov

2

These 10 paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

These 10 paid Android games are now free for a limited time, grab them while you can!

19 Dec 2017, 09:14 | by Plamen Dimitrov

Deal: Grab the excellent Motorola Moto Z and a Moto Mod of your choice for $330!

Deal: Grab the excellent Motorola Moto Z and a Moto Mod of your choice for $330!

19 Dec 2017, 06:06 | by Plamen Dimitrov

7

New Samsung Gear S3 update addresses battery life issue

New Samsung Gear S3 update addresses battery life issue

19 Dec 2017, 02:40 | by Plamen Dimitrov

1

Android Oreo Beta for Galaxy S8/S8+ enters phase 2, now available in India, Germany, France, and other countries

Android Oreo Beta for Galaxy S8/S8+ enters phase 2, now available in India, Germany, France, and other countries

18 Dec 2017, 09:13 | by Plamen Dimitrov

15

Samsung Galaxy S9 rumored to come with bigger battery, here's the alleged capacity

Samsung Galaxy S9 rumored to come with bigger battery, here's the alleged capacity

18 Dec 2017, 07:57 | by Plamen Dimitrov

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