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Nov 3
AMD's new Zen CPUs are set for release in early 2017. (Source: AMD)

Benchmark spotted for possible AMD Zen CPU

A benchmark measuring 3D rendering times shows an AMD engineering sample CPU, possibly based on AMD's upcoming Zen architecture. The AMD processor lands among high-end Intel Xeon processors and even beats some powerful Intel i7 CPUs.
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AMD announces Radeon Pro graphics for Ultrabooks

AMD announces Radeon Pro graphics for Ultrabooks

The Radeon Pro 460, 455, and 450 will debut on the new MacBook Pro 15 with the high-end option carrying more shader cores than the desktop RX 460.
Samsung presentation reveals a trend towards higher display areas

Samsung presentation reveals an ongoing trend towards higher display areas

True border-less smartphones may be coming as early as 2017 according to predictions by the South Korean manufacturer.
Nov 2
Apple MacBook Pro 13 (Late 2016, 2 GHz i5, without Touch Bar) Laptop Review

Apple MacBook Pro 13 (Late 2016, 2 GHz i5, without Touch Bar) Laptop Review

Live-Review // Brilliant, even without Touch? The new MacBook Pro laptops have arrived. The most striking new feature: a Touch Bar instead of function keys. Apple still offers a model without this novelty, and wants to target the "entry-level sector" – price: 1699 Euros ($1499). We already have a device in our editorial office and will share our results in this live review.
Intel Core i5-6360U | Intel Iris Graphics 540 | 13.3" | 1.4 kg
Apple: 13

Apple: 13" Macbook Pro without Touchbar suprises in teardown

Component upgrading service OWC has opened up the new Macbook Pro 13 (the model without the Touchbar). They have been hit by a surprise during the teardown: Different from what Apple said, one crucial component is not soldered on.
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Notebookcheck's Top 10 Premium Office/Business Notebooks

Notebookcheck's Top 10 Premium Office/Business Notebooks

November 2016 update. Here you will find the best office/business notebooks reviewed by Notebookcheck in the last few months. Our list of top models is regularly updated, maintained and commented on and should assist in purchasing decisions.
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Microsoft no longer restocking Surface 3 tablets

Microsoft no longer restocking Surface 3 tablets

Dropping the less expensive Surface 3 would leave only the pricier Surface Pro, Surface Book, and Surface Studio models available.
Xiaomi will send the Redmi 4 on its way on November 4th of this year.

Xiaomi will announce the Redmi 4 on November 4th

After numerous delays, Xiaomi will officially announce the successor to the Redmi 3-series on November 4th. Thanks to previous leaks we are pretty sure what to expect.
Razer Blade Stealth (i7-7500U) Notebook Review

85% Razer Blade Stealth (i7-7500U) Notebook Review

Successful Debut. The subnotebook for gamers - introduced at CES this year - receives an update to Intel's Kaby Lake CPU-generation. The subtle performance increase is welcome, especially in conjunction with the Razer Core eGPU. Razer recently announced the availability of the new Blade Stealth and Razer Core in Germany and many other parts of Europe - good news indeed.
Intel Core i7-7500U | Intel HD Graphics 620 | 12.5" | 1.3 kg
The Vivo X9 might be the best phone for selfie fans thanks to its dual front camera.

Vivo: 20+8 MP dual-front-cam confirmed in Vivo X9 und X9 Plus phones

Vivo released new ads on Weibo teasing a dual-front-camera with 20 megapixel and 8 megapixel sensors for the Vivo X9 and X9 Plus smartphones, thus making them the ultimate selfie phones ever released.
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Lenovo Phab 2 Pro in Gunmetal Gray, Project Tango Android phablet

Lenovo Phab 2 Pro now available for $499.99 USD

The long-awaited 6.4-inch Android phablet that brings Google Tango 3D to the masses can be purchased for $499.99 USD. The specs are those previously announced, including a QHD display and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor, next to 4 GB RAM and 64 GB internal storage.
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NEC Lavie Tab S Android tablet coming in January 2017

NEC unveils Lavie Tab and Lavie Tab S

Both slates are powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, with prices starting at $188 USD and deliveries expected to begin later this month for the 7-inch Lavie Tab and in January for the 8-inch Lavie Tab S.
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The Zotac Magnus ERX480, a VR-ready small form factor gaming PC. (Source: Zotac)

Zotac announces Magnus ERX480 mini PC with AMD RX 480 graphics

Zotac provides virtual reality gaming in a small package with the ERX480.
Lenovo Moto M Android smartphone leaks online, early November 2016

Lenovo Moto M leaks online

The new images of this handset show a metal unibody design with a fingerprint reader on the back. The leak also comes with a few details - a MediaTek Helio P15 processor, 4 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, and a 5.5-inch full HD display are all expected to be in the features list.
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HP ProBook 650 G2 laptop review and test results.play icon

HP ProBook 650 G2 laptop review and test results.

HP ProBook 650 G2 2016 laptop review and test results for this business focused laptop with...a serial port! Smartcard reader, optional OS' and storage options. Full HD screen is bright enough but a but weak in contrast and color accuracy. Link to full review is below. Subscribe and thumbs-up to su...
Tablet market continues to decline as of Q3 2016

Tablet market continues to decline as of Q3 2016

Apple, Lenovo, and Samsung tablet sales are down while Huawei and Amazon are up significantly from the previous year.
The new Alienware 13, configureable with a GTX 1060 graphics card and 2560x1440 OLED display. (Source: Alienware)

Alienware releases first VR ready 13 inch notebook

Alienware's new 13 inch laptop is the first 13 inch device to sport NVIDIA's GTX 1060, a VR capable video card. The notebook can also be equipped with a 2560x1440 OLED display with superior color gamut and contrast. Overall, the redesign is a compelling device from Alienware.
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HP 250 G5 SP X0N33EA Notebook Review

75% HP 250 G5 SP X0N33EA Notebook Review

Generation change. Higher processing performance, finally a Full HD display and a faster storage device turn HP's new notebook into a true office all-rounder. Despite these new features, the laptop has also inherited disadvantageous properties.
Intel Core i5-6200U | Intel HD Graphics 520 | 15.6" | 2.1 kg
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28 new external reviews +
Pplware: Análise: Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, Pplware: Unboxing: Xiaomi Mi 5s, Tablette-tactile.net: Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 à gagner + notre test complet, Andrea Galeazzi: LG G5se recensione…provocazione, Geektopia: Análisis: Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, FAQsAndroid: Xiaomi Mi 5s: review en español y análisis, Clubic: Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro : Le Meilleur Milieu De Gamme À Moins De 160 Euros, Komorkomania: Xiaomi Mi Note 2 coraz bliżej. Czy przecieki nie są zbyt piękne, by były prawdziwe?, Laptop.bg: Ревю на ASUS N552VX – лек, но приятен ъпгрейд, Komorkomania: Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro oficjalnie. Zapowiedź tego, co zobaczymy w Galaxy S8?, Lyd og Billede: Test Af Hp Omen 15, Alt om Data: Test: Ren underholdningsmaskine, Tweakers: Acer Aspire 5560G-6348G75MN - Reviews, Tweakers: Medion Akoya E6421 (30020549, Qwerty) - Reviews, Tweakers: Asus ZenBook UX310UA-FC075T - Reviews, Tweakers: Asus ROG GL552VX-CN267T - Reviews, M3 PC för alla: HP 17: Enkel bärbar som ger mycket kräm för pengarna, Tweakers: HP ZBook Studio G3 T7W05EA - Reviews, Tweakers: HP Pavilion x360 13-u002nd - Reviews, Tweakers: HP 17-x000nd - Reviews, AndroidWorld.it: LG G5 SE, la recensione (foto e video), AndroidWorld.it: Recensione Chuwi Hi10 Pro, Top for Phone: Test du Wiko Freddy : la 4G à tout petit prix, HDblog.it: LG G5 SE: meno potente... ma non si direbbe | Recensione, AndroidInsider.ru: Alcatel Pixi 4 5 4G: очень бюджетный LTE1, Ljud och Bild: Test Av Hp Omen 15-Ax009No, Helpix: BQ BQS-5515 Wide - Обзор смартфона кораллово-морковного цвета, Computerhoy: BQ Aquaris U Plus, análisis y opinión
Vernee Apollo Lite to be first deca-core smartphone with Android 7.0

Vernee Apollo Lite to be first deca-core smartphone with Android 7.0

The manufacturer will begin rolling out the OTA update before the end of this year for its mainstream 5.5-inch smartphone.
 

IOGEAR Symmetre, Retikal, and Fokus gaming mice now available

The affordable Fokus, Retikal, and Symmetre are retailing for $50, $35, and $25 USD, respectively, with features including high DPI, adjustable weights, and LED colors.
Nov 1
Sharp's president Tau Jeng-wu affirmed Apple's switch to OLED (Image: Debby Wu, Nikkei)

Apple iPhone 8: Sharp's president confirmed switch to OLED panels

Sharp's president Tau Jeng-wu recently affirmed Apple's switch to OLED panels for their next generation iPhone in a speech held before students at Tatung university in Tapei. Apple is said to release at least one iPhone 8 model with curved OLED screen next year.
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The new MacBook Pro could be cheaper and more attractive next year, says Ming-Chi Kuo.

Apple MacBook Pro: Should you wait another year?

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo expects price cuts on Apple's new MacBook Pro and MacBook lineup in 2017. He also mentions a new MacBook Pro refresh bringing Intel's Cannonlake CPUs and up to 32 GB of RAM to the MacBook Pro in the second half of 2017.
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Asus ZenWatch 3 smartwatch now available

Asus ZenWatch 3 goes on sale

The first round ZenWatch smartwatch by Asus became available for purchase yesterday for $229 USD, a bit cheaper and earlier than anticipated. Shipments are expected to begin mid-November.
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Blue Coral Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Android smartphone now available

Blue Coral Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge now official

Initially scheduled to become available for the ill-fated Note 7 phablet, the Blue Coral finish is now ready for the Galaxy S7 Edge handset. The colors already available for this phone include white, silver, black, and two gold flavors (platinum and pink).
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This is the Huawei Mate 9 with 5.9 inch display, expected to be announced November 3rd.

Huawei Mate 9: New real life pictures show the device from all sides

The Mate 9, which Huawei is expected to be unveiled on November 3rd in Munich, Germany has leaked once again, revealing all sides in high resolution. Have a look at this beauty!
Samsung Galaxy Tab A (2016) with S Pen Android tablet, Samsung tablets shipment down 20 percent in Q3 2016

Samsung tablet shipments down almost 20 percent in Q3

While low-cost detachables managed to reach an all-time high, traditional tablets continue to lose market share. In the third quarter, Samsung has sold 6.5 million tablets, a 20 percent drop from the over 8 million units shipped in the same period of 2015.
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Foxconn is developing Wireless Charging moduls for next years iPhone. (Image: Geek.com)

Apple iPhone 8: Foxconn is developing wireless charging modules

According to Nikkei Asian Review, Foxconn is currently in the process of developing and testing wireless charging modules for next year's Apple iPhone. However, yield rates are not satisfactory so far, the source says.
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Meizu released the M5 as a colorful entry level phone with 5.2 inch display.

Meizu M5: Cheap and colorful 5.2 inch entry level phone

Meizu released the M5 yesterday, a slightly bigger version of the M3s but with similar specs. The 5.2 inch smartphone is targeted at the entry level market with prices starting at $103 and comes in many different colors.
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Vivo is targeting the selfie generation with the Vivo X9 and X9 Plus.

Vivo: Renders of the Vivo X9 and X9 Plus show dual-front camera

New renders of the Vivo X9 and Vivo X9 Plus reveal new smartphones for the selfie generation, bringing a dual-lens camera to the front of the device. Vivo is expected to announce both phones on November 17th.
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G.SKILL's new KM570 MX mechanical keyboard. (Source: G.SKILL)

G.SKILL announces new KM570 mechanical keyboard

Hardware manufacturer G.SKILL has just announced a new mid-tier mechanical keyboard aimed at gamers. The keyboard is able to be customized without the need for software.
Moto Z Play

88% Lenovo Moto Z Play Smartphone Review

The superior Z? As the cheaper sibling of the Moto Z flagship smartphone, the Moto Z Play can also be expanded via Moto Mods. As well as a larger battery, it is also equipped with a higher resolution primary camera at a much lower price. Our test reveals which features it does not have.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | Qualcomm Adreno 506 | 5.5" | 165 g
Leaked render Samsung's rumored Chromebook, the Chromebook Pro. (Source: Chrome Unboxed)

Leaks reveal possible high-end Chromebook from Samsung

Samsung may soon be releasing a premium Chromebook, dubbed the Chromebook Pro. The device is rumored to have high-end specs, a premium design, and stylus support via Samsung's new PEN, a derivative of the S-Pen found in their Note line of smartphones.
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LG U mainstream smartphone coming to South Korea for 230 Euros

LG U mainstream smartphone coming to South Korea for 230 Euros

The 5.2-inch smartphone takes cues from the Nexus 5X while incorporating light color options and new glossy surfaces. Shipments are expected to begin before the end of this month.
Oct 31
Acer Travelmate X3 X349 Test Results. Score: 84%.play icon

Acer Travelmate X3 X349 Test Results. Score: 84%.

The Acer TravelMate X3 X349-M-7261 (2016) scored a good 84% in our full review. A breakdown of our test results can be seen in this video. This all-round subnotebook / ultrabook gets points for the good quality full HD non-glossy screen, fast SSD and efficiency. Subscribe with this link to get upd...
LG V20 Android phablet hits major US carriers and retailers

LG V20 hits major carriers and retailers in the US

The unlocked V20 smartphone/phablet is now available in the US via multiple carriers and retailers, including AT&T, T-Mobile, US Celullar, Sprint, Verizon Wireless, Best Buy, and others.
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Face Off: Asus Zenbook UX360UA vs. HP Spectre x360 13 vs. Vaio Z Flip

Face Off: Asus Zenbook UX360UA vs. HP Spectre x360 13 vs. Vaio Z Flip

Flagship convertibles. These 13-inch 2-in-1s are thin and light enough to potentially replace both your existing laptop and tablet. The new Kaby Lake Spectre x360 13 is perhaps the strongest contender in the category yet.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ gets software update, October 2016 security patch

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ gets a new security patch

Two weeks after the Galaxy S7 lineup received the new firmware in Europe, the Galaxy S6 Edge+ gets the same treatment. Sadly, this month's security update only hits the 5.7-inch Android phablet in Europe for the time being.
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The NOOK Tablet 7

New Barnes and Noble NOOK tablet passes FCC testing

A recently released FCC report gives us an insight into what to expect from Barnes and Noble's newest device. Is the company looking to reenter the tablet market?
Nintendo Switch gaming tablet to feature 4 GB of memory

Nintendo Switch to feature 4 GB of memory

The successor of the popular Wii U gaming console has been officially unveiled earlier this month and is expected to hit the market in March 2017. Codenamed as NX during development, the Nintendo Switch hybrid console is expected to launch featuring 4 GB of memory, as confirmed by Emily Rogers on Twitter.
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Battlefield 1 Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

Battlefield 1 Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

Great visuals. Battlefield once again shows how nice a video game can look nowadays. We will find out what that means for the system requirements for notebooks as well as desktop systems.
Lenovo Miix 720 Convertible: Kaby Lake CPUs, QHD+ Display & Thunderbolt 3

Lenovo Miix 720 convertible leaked: Kaby Lake CPUs, QHD+ Display & Thunderbolt 3

The Chinese manufacturer Lenovo is preparing the release of another Miix tablet. The Miix 720 is a high-end convertible, evident by its components: Thunderbolt 3, Kaby Lake U CPUs and a QHD+ display. Because of the powerful 15 W CPUs, the 720 has an active cooling system.
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ARM Mali-G51 GPU advantages highlighted, second Bifrost-based GPU

ARM unveils Mali-G51 GPU and Mali-V61 VPU

The G51 graphics processing unit is the second one to use the Bifrost architecture and also ARM's most area-efficient and energy-efficient GPU to date. The V61 provides 4K120 video with increased efficiency. Both should be available in products for consumers next year.
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Android 7.1 Nougat-based CyanogenMod 14.1 development begins

Android 7.1-based CyanogenMod 14.1 development begins

Although Android 7.0 Nougat is quite fresh, the team behind CyanogenMod has decided to drop version 14.0 (based on this Android build) and focus on releasing version 14.1 instead, a CyanogenMod release based on Android 7.1.
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Samsung Veyron (SM-W2017) in rose gold finish

Rose gold Samsung Veyron shows up online

The SM-W2017 handset, also known as Veyron, has been spotted recently receiving its FCC certification and rumors mentioned it more than just once or twice in the last months, even including a gold variant. Now, images of a rose gold variant surface online as well.
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Alleged Meizu Pro 6s specs on AnTuTu as leaked on Weibo

Meizu Pro 6s hits AnTuTu

The upcoming handset is expected to launch powered by the Helio X25 SoC, next to 4 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, as well as a generous 21 MP main camera. Unfortunately, rumors mentioned it would launch running the now aging Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
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Lenovo Tab 3 10 Business TB3-X70L Tablet Review

82% Lenovo Tab 3 10 Business TB3-X70L Tablet Review

Well Connected. Sleek looks, mobile internet and good pricing make the Lenovo Tab 3 10 Business a suitable companion for offices. In this review, we will find out how suitable this tablet is for private use.
Mediatek MT8735 | ARM Mali-T720 MP2 | 10.1" | 509 g
Samsung corporate logo, Samsung acquires Tachyon

Samsung acquires Tachyon

The Virginia-based wireless enterprise startup joins Samsung to enhance its offering by speeding up the secure configuration of third-party apps even when they do not provide specific APIs.
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Oct 30
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The Arc Hub is a new 7 in 1 USB-C Hub that is also compatible with Thunderbolt 3.

Arc Hub: The best mobile 7 in 1 USB-C-Thunderbolt Dock for your MacBook?

Bourge Design has recently unveiled their Arc Hub, a 7 in 1 USB-C Dock, that may be the ultimate universal docking station for your new MacBook or any other laptop with USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 ports.
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Comparison of Laptop Graphics Cards

Comparison of Laptop Graphics Cards

Inclusive list of all graphics cards currently available for notebooks. Approximate 3DMark benchmarks results are provided in italic.
Mobile Graphics Cards - Benchmark List

Mobile Graphics Cards - Benchmark List

Sort and filter through all currently available mobile graphics cards by performance or specification.
Computer Games on Laptop Graphics Cards

Computer Games on Laptop Graphics Cards

List of all currently available mobile graphics cards and their performance in games.
USB-C: A universal connector for the future but currently only usable with expensive adapters.

Apple's MacBook Pro is being criticized for its lack of standard ports

The new MacBook Pro has arrived, what is missing are all of the standard ports like HDMI, USB 3.0 or SD-Card reader. While Apple is saying that USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 are the future you will need a lot of expensive adapters for the time being.
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