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There could be a Matisse processor hiding among all that lot. (Image source: Windows Central)

Happy 50th Anniversary, AMD: Matisse processor briefly mentioned on Newegg as part of a prize draw

Happy 50th Anniversary, AMD. The red team is celebrating half a century in business, having been founded on May 1, 1969. There are numerous celebratory products brandishing a flash of gold to enliven proceedings and Newegg is offering all sorts of goodies to those who buy an AMD Ryzen 7 2700X AMD50 Gold Edition – which at one point included entry into a prize draw to win a Matisse processor.
Daniel R Deakin, 01 May 2019 12:04
The latest Galaxy Note 9 update introduces more than just a security patch update for some devices. (Image source: areamobile)

Easier selfies, but not for all: Samsung brings camera improvements to some Galaxy Note 9 devices

The latest update for the Galaxy Note 9 makes it easier to switch between taking regular and wide-angle selfies. The firmware updates the device to the April Android security patch too and introduces an option to automatically schedule Night Mode. Frustratingly, not all devices will receive these features this month though.
Alex Alderson, 01 May 2019 11:51
The Oculus Quest is powered by a Snapdragon 835. (Source: Oculus)

The Oculus Quest and Oculus Rift S are inbound on May 21, pre-orders now open

Facebook’s Oculus has announced that its two newest VR headsets will begin shipping on May 21. The Oculus Quest is the company’s first all-in-one VR gaming system while the Oculus Rift S is the successor t the original Oculus Rift headset and is targeted at more serious VR gamers with decent PC gaming rigs.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 01 May 2019 11:39
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (i5-8265U, FHD) Laptop Review

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (i5-8265U, FHD) Laptop Review

The end of the X200. In the times of thinner bezels around bigger screens, even the business sector can not stand still. That is why Lenovo increases the size of its smallest ThinkPad from 12.5 to 13.3-inch. Is the new Lenovo ThinkPad X390 a worthy successor of the classical ThinkPad X200 series?
Intel Core i5-8265U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 01 May 2019 10:55
The Dell XPS 15 9570 currently starts at US$999.99. (Image source: Dell)

Dell fails to deliver OLED option to the XPS 15 in April but clues suggest 9580 refreshed model for June

The announced OLED panel update for the Dell XPS 15 has already been delayed since March, and it now looks like those hoping for this display type on this particular performance laptop will have to wait even longer before making a purchase. However, there are signs that Dell could finally deliver the much-requested display option in June.
Daniel R Deakin, 01 May 2019 10:53
Asus ZenBook S13 UX392FN (i7-8565U, GeForce MX150) Laptop Review

87% Asus ZenBook S13 UX392FN (i7-8565U, GeForce MX150) Laptop Review

It keeps getting better. The 13.9-inch ZenBook S13 UX392 is the closest thing you can get to a Dell XPS 14 with even faster graphics performance than what the XPS 13 currently has to offer. Aside from a couple of head-scratching omissions, there's very little to dislike about Asus' latest flagship Ultrabook.
Intel Core i7-8565U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 13.9", 1.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 01 May 2019 08:05
Navi could be publicly available by July 7. (Image source: HD Tecnología)

AMD confirms Q3 2019 launch for Navi; initial price will be cheaper than the Radeon VII

AMD has announced in an earnings conference call that its 7nm Navi GPU series will be launched in the third quarter of 2019. It is expected that there will be some sort of revelation about Navi at this year’s Computex, which starts at the end of May, with a possible full reveal at E3 in the second week of June.
Daniel R Deakin, 01 May 2019 05:31
Razer is making a toaster because why not (Image source: Razer)

Razer is making a toaster because why not

Perhaps more importantly, will the toaster be compatible with Razer Chroma and require a Razer Synapse account to toast bread?
Allen Ngo, 01 May 2019 05:10
Apple's iPhone sales continued to trend downwards in its fiscal Q2 2019 results. (Source: Apple)

iPhone sales continue to slide in Apple's latest quarterly report

Apple has reported its Q2 results for 2019 which showed that its iPhone sales have continued the downward trend first recorded in Q1. However, Apple stock was up seemingly in response to its services business which crested US$11 billion for the first time along with news of a further US$75 billion in share buybacks.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 01 May 2019 02:31
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The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 will first launch in Switzerland. (Image source: Xiaomi)

5G on the cheap: Xiaomi to launch the Mi Mix 3 5G on May 2

The smartphone will be available first in Switzerland on the Sunrise network and will retail for CHF 847 (~ US$830). The Mi Mix 3 5G will cost closer to €599 (~ US$671) globally though and will feature the Snapdragon 855, which incorporates the 5G capable X50 modem.
Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2019 21:18
HP ProBook 445 G6 (Ryzen 5 2500U, RX Vega 8, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

84% HP ProBook 445 G6 (Ryzen 5 2500U, RX Vega 8, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Ryzen in a business suit. HP's ProBook 445 G6 offers a powerful AMD APU, decent input devices, and a fast NVMe SSD. Unfortunately the display Hewlett Packard selected was very dim.
AMD Ryzen 5 2500U, Vega 8, 14", 1.6 kg
Sascha Mölck, 30 Apr 2019 21:09
The Kirin 985 could bring 5G to the masses. (Image source: FlashFly)

Speed, glorious speed: All upcoming Huawei and Honor flagships will be 5G capable

HiSilicon will include 5G modems in all Kirin 985 SoCs, company representatives in Taiwan have confirmed. Manufacturing will begin in Q3 ready for Huawei's probable announcement of the Mate 30 series in October.
Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2019 20:25
Samsung is another major player in the microLED space. (Source: The Verge)

Foxconn reportedly looks to lock down next-gen iPhone display contracts with forays into microLED

Foxconn's reported directions as regards display technology production have sparked speculation that the iPhones of the future may have microLED displays. This next-gen form of screen is starting to manifest in TVs at this point. However, Foxconn may think it is also the future of smartphone panels.
Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Apr 2019 19:12
MSI GF75 Thin 8RD (i7-8750H, GTX 1050Ti Max-Q) Laptop Review

81% MSI GF75 Thin 8RD (i7-8750H, GTX 1050Ti Max-Q) Laptop Review

Thin is in. "Make it thin and light." This is probably what the engineers at MSI heard when being given the task of creating the MSI GF75 8RD. And the result is: thin and light. But how does the flyweight gamer fare under full load? After all, the MSI GF75 is not made for office work. It is directed at the gaming community. Can the thin MSI keep up with the high demands of gaming or might this design have taken its toll on the laptop's abilities?
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q, 17.3", 2.2 kg
Daniel Puschina, 30 Apr 2019 19:08
Dell announces Precision 3540 and 3541 workstations for business users on a budget

Dell Precision 3540 and 3541 will offer Core i9-9880H options for business users on a tight budget

These affordable Precision laptops will carry a very wide range of processor options from a U-class Core i5-8265U up to an H-class Core i9-9880H. GPU options, however, will be limited to the Quadro P620 and the older Radeon Pro WX 2100. Wi-Fi 6, fingerprint reader, smart card reader, and IR camera are optional extras.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2019 19:00
2019 Dell Latitude 7300 and 7400 laptops now shipping for $1300 USD

2019 Dell Latitude 7300 and 7400 laptops now shipping for $1300 USD

Dell is jumping from the Latitude 7390 and 7490 to the Latitude 7300 and 7400, respectively, for the 2019 refresh. These new models will be slightly thinner than before with Whiskey Lake-U CPUs and vPro in contrast to the Kaby Lake-R SKUs on last year's models.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2019 19:00
2019 Dell Latitude 5400, 5401, 5500, and 5501 now shipping with Wi-Fi 6 and Intel XMM LTE (Source: Dell)

Redesigned Dell Latitude 5400, 5401, 5500, and 5501 now shipping with Wi-Fi 6 and Intel XMM LTE

The updated mid-range business laptops all get Whiskey Lake-U CPUs with H-class Core options on select SKUs. The new chassis designs are lighter and smaller than the last generation Latitude 7390, 7490, and 7590.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2019 19:00
Dell announces Latitude 5300 and 5300 2-in-1 at Dell Technologies World (Source: Dell)

Dell drops the Latitude 5290 series, replaces it with the Latitude 5300 and 5300 2-in-1

The new 13.3-inch Latitude 5300 series will offer a larger screen size than the 12.5-inch Latitude 5290 series while being thinner, lighter, and smaller due to having narrower bezels. It's likely that Dell will put the 5290 series on hold or even discontinue it altogether because of this reason.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2019 19:00
Dell Vostro 13 5390 and Vostro 15 7590 now available sporting thin form factors and GTX 1650 graphics (Source: Dell)

Dell Vostro 13 5390 and Vostro 15 7590 now available sporting thinner form factors and MX250 or GTX 1650 graphics

The business-centric Vostro laptops offer single-sign on fingerprint reader, TPM 2.0, and a wide range of Dell Pro Support protection options. The new laptops themselves borrow the narrow-bezel design features of the XPS 13 and 15 lineup to better appeal to on-the-go business users.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2019 19:00
Dell claims upcoming Latitude 3301 will be "world's smallest and lightest 13-inch essential business laptop" (Source: Dell)

Dell claims upcoming Latitude 3301 will be "world's smallest and lightest 13-inch essential business laptop"

The Latitude 3301 will succeed the Latitude 3000 designed for educational use and undemanding office tasks. The 13.3-inch laptop is joined by larger 14-inch and 15.6-inch models all launching this May.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2019 19:00
JZ Design will personalise your Game Case with a custom print or sticker too, for a price. (Image source: JZ Design)

JZ Design Game Case: The portable PlayStation and Xbox case that has been bought by the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Lionel Messi

The Game Case has proven a hit with professional footballers, F1 drivers and MotoGP riders who like to game when staying away in hotels. The JZ Design Game Case ships worldwide and is available for €699 (~ US$783).
Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2019 18:59
The Meizu 17 may re-use the Zero smartphone design

The Meizu 17 may re-use the Zero smartphone design

Meizu's next major phone release after the 16s may be the 17. A Chinese blog claims to have gotten hold of promotional images that point to 5G for this device. It also now claims that Meizu may apply the design for the failed Zero concept phone to the 17.
Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Apr 2019 18:40
It now seems this OnePlus teaser had multiple meanings. (Source: Twitter)

OnePlus 7 Pro preview confirms 3X optical zoom for the phone

The Verge has reported on access it was allowed to a near-production unit of the upcoming OnePlus 7 Pro. The outlet is in a position to state that one of the phone's main cameras has 3X optical zoom as a result. In other news, IceUniverse has claimed to be able to affirm the notchless, curved nature of the 7 Pro's screen.
Deirdre O Donnell, 30 Apr 2019 18:12
The BIOS 1.10.1 for the XPS 15 9570 is available to download now. (Image source: Dell)

Dell releases new XPS 15 9570 BIOS to address DPC latency issues

The Pigs have flown, Hell hath frozen over. Dell has finally released a new BIOS for the XPS 15 9570 specifically to address the device's DPC latency issues. It would not be an XPS 15 fix without some unintended problems though, right?
Alex Alderson, 30 Apr 2019 17:01
Anki, the company behind cute little robits like Vector has gone out of business. (Source: Anki)

Robotics startup Anki goes under

Anki, the startup which attempted to make robotics mainstream through tiny, but relatively expensive, toys has folded. Based in San Francisco, CEO Boris Sofman broke the news to emotional staff that all 200 have been laid off with just one week of severance pay.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Apr 2019 13:17
A gold logo is found on AMD's Radeon Vega Frontier Edition card. (Image source: AMD)

Updated | New AMD Radeon Vega logos spotted in legal trademark database

Two Radeon Vega logos have been unearthed on the trademarks section of the Justia website. Surprisingly, there is no red present in the two trademark images: One of them is colored blue and the other is monochrome. It’s not known what product AMD might be planning on using the images with, if any.
An image sample from the USPTO and an AMD promo video show the 3D logo connected with the Radeon Pro WX 9100.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Apr 2019 13:15
Google Pixel 3 XL sales could have been hindered by its controversial design which features a large notch. (Source: Google)

High-end Google Pixel 3 phone sales slow ahead of mid-range Pixel 3a model launch

Google has admitted its Pixel 3 line of flagship smartphones isn’t selling well. Although failing to break out unit sales numbers at its Q1 conference call, the company cited unspecified pressures in the premium smartphone market for its poorer than expected sales.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 30 Apr 2019 13:05
The Asus ROG Crosshair VII Hero motherboard will be ready to take on Ryzen 3000. (Image source: Asus)

Asus reveals full list of AM4 motherboards that will get BIOS updates for AMD's upcoming Ryzen 3000 CPUs

Asus has posted a statement detailing which of its motherboards will be compatible with the upcoming next-generation Ryzen 3000 series of processors from AMD. The list covers models from the 300 and 400 series of products, and Asus has added that further motherboards will be included on the list soon.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Apr 2019 12:55
Vaio SX14 (i5-8265U, FHD) Laptop Review

85% Vaio SX14 (i5-8265U, FHD) Laptop Review

The comeback. Vaio is back! After a few years in which the former Sony PC business operated almost solely on the Japanese market, the well known PC brand returns to Western markets. The new Vaio SX14 tries to impress business & office-users with its lightweight, almost bezel-less design and its great port selection. | Update, 30.04.2019
Intel Core i5-8265U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 30 Apr 2019 12:12
The PS5 could be launched in the second half of 2020. (Image source: HobbyConsolas)

Buckets of salt required: Alleged PlayStation 5 spec leak mentions 3.2 GHz Zen 2 CPU and 1.8 GHz/12.9 TF Navi GPU

A new purported leak about the PlayStation 5 has offered up some more detailed information about the key components. Sony already announced that the next-generation console will feature an AMD APU with a 7nm Zen 2 CPU and Navi GPU. But a new leaker claims to have specific clock rates that were apparently obtained from a more recent Sony meeting.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Apr 2019 11:31
The alleged GPD Win Max mock-up has created some consternation. (Image source: Reddit - u/susiv8)

Mock-up of GPD Win Max elicits mixed opinions; rumored specifications published

An image of a mock-up of a GPD Win Max handheld gaming PC has been shared on Reddit, drawing out a mixed response from redditors. The picture shows a printed cut-out that has been placed on top of a Lenovo ThinkPad laptop to give an idea of the Win Max’s dimensions. A list of rumored specifications has also been posted online.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Apr 2019 09:59
The Evercade console will allow gamers to save their progress. (Image source: Evercade)

Evercade releases press renders of cartridge-based handheld console that will offer retro gaming heaven; Atari on board

Interesting renders of a new handheld console have been posted by its manufacturer, Evercade. The device is still in the development phase, although apparently it’s in the later stages as the company has announced it will be available in 2019. The console offers straightforward cartridge-based gaming with retro games and publishers being targeted for inclusion.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Apr 2019 09:06
HP TouchPad: What is dead may never die. (Source: Amazon)

New wine in old bottle: The good ol' HP TouchPad gets a working Android 9 Pie custom ROM

AOSP-based Android 9 Pie ROMs are now available for the eight-year old HP TouchPad thanks to the efforts of the custom ROM community. The HP TouchPad, abandoned soon after release, originally ran webOS but was quickly adopted by enthusiasts who managed to successfully port several Android OS versions to the tablet. While certain functionality such as Bluetooth and Camera are still being worked upon, testers claim that the tablet is able to run the latest Android update just as new.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Apr 2019 07:37
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Gold Edition (Source: AKIBA PC Hotline!)

AMD Ryzen 7 2700X 50th Anniversary Edition and the special edition Radeon VII are finally here

In addition to the anniversary packaging, the Gold Editions of the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X processor and Radeon VII graphics come with coupon codes for free copies of Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 Gold Edition and World War Z. The AMD50 promotional period also brings various special deals — depending on the retailer — and is set to last until early June.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Apr 2019 07:35
MSI becomes official partner of Complexity Gaming eSports team (Source: MSI)

MSI becomes official partner of Complexity Gaming eSports team

Both teams will collaborate in trade shows, tournaments, and other events in the near future. The partnership allows MSI to interact with eSports fans directly and to gain a stronger foothold in the lucrative eSports market.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2019 02:37
Samsung will most likely launch a gaming smartphone together with the PlayGalaxy Link mobile gaming service. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Samsung may launch its PlayGalaxy Link mobile gaming service together with a gaming smartphone

Apple already announced its Apple Arcade gaming service, and Samsung clearly does not want to miss on this big opportunity, as the gaming industry is enticed by streaming services like the Google Stadia. Samsung's upcoming PlayGalaxy Link service should be announced soon, and rumor has it that the Korean giant could also launch a gaming smartphone along with it.
Bogdan Solca, 29 Apr 2019 20:15
Chuwi Hi10 Air (Atom x5-Z8350, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB eMMC) Convertible Review

79% Chuwi Hi10 Air (Atom x5-Z8350, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB eMMC) Convertible Review

Tablet recycling? Chinese devices tend to be cheaper than their more established competitors and are generally catching up on quality too. The Chuwi Hi10 Air is certainly cheap but is basically the same device as the Hi10 Pro, which is almost three years old. Nevertheless, a €200 (~US$223) convertible could still be a bargain and is worth a look regardless, even if some of its components are now a few years old. Read on to find out how the Hi10 Air performs in our tests and how it fares against its competitors.
Intel Atom x5-Z8350, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), 10.1", 1.1 kg
Christian Hintze, 29 Apr 2019 19:37
A revival for the Dell XPS 17 could be on the cards. (Image source: Own)

Leaked Dell roadmap shows concept plans for XPS 15 7500, XPS 17 7700, and the mysterious Dell XPS Dual Screen Maximus

An alleged Dell roadmap showing XPS laptops in shipping, development, and concept stages has been acquired by the Dutch technology website Tweakers. The roadmap is dated from February 2018 and includes concept ideas for computers such as the XPS 15 7500 “Fiorano”, the XPS 17 7700 “Stradale”, and a dual-screen machine with the codename “Maximus”.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Apr 2019 18:38
NAND chip prices are expected to gradually rise over the next quarters, as chip makers are looking to significantly decrease chip production. (Source: Phys.org)

NAND memory oversupply prompts chip makers to significantly cut production

NVMe SSD and mobile storage prices are at an all-time low due to NAND memory oversupplies, and, even though this greatly benefits end users, chip makers are concerned about a possible market crash. In order to avoid such complications, Intel, Micron, SK Hynix, and possibly even Samsung are looking to reduce legacy node production and overall wafer output.
Bogdan Solca, 29 Apr 2019 18:33
The former Massdrop's new logo. (Source: Drop)

Massdrop becomes Drop, announces new range of own-brand products

Massdrop has become increasingly well-known among the tech community as a company that makes or sources products based on the feedback given by its customers. This has released in novel electronics such as the Massdrop x Sennheiser audio range. It has announced a re-brand: it will simply be called Drop in the future.
Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Apr 2019 18:01
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An IdeaPad S540 with GeForce GTX 1650 should be an affordable option for gamers on a budget. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo brings the new supercharger GeForce GTX 1650 to its IdeaPad S540 laptop

Lenovo will be offering its IdeaPad S540 laptop with a new discrete graphics card option in the form of Nvidia’s recently released mobile GeForce GTX 1650. It was previously expected that the S540-15IWL model would come with discrete GPU choices of either a GeForce GTX 1050 or MX250 graphics solution.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Apr 2019 17:33
Xiaomi Redmi 7

77% Xiaomi Redmi 7 Smartphone Review

Mid-range phone at a discount. Redmi = affordable. Offering a good price-to-performance ratio has been Xiaomi's formula of success in the past. The Redmi 7 is no exception: It is available for around $150 and has quite a lot to offer. However, its competition is right on its heels. Find out how the Redmi 7 fares in our review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 632, Adreno 506, 6.26", 180 g
Florian Schmitt, 29 Apr 2019 17:32
Asus VivoBook 14 (i5-8265U, MX230, FHD) Laptop Review

85% Asus VivoBook 14 (i5-8265U, MX230, FHD) Laptop Review

Pascal is pulling out all the stops. The new all-rounder from Asus arms itself with a mid-range graphics card to tackle the multimedia world. The new VivoBook is not only slim and sleek but is also fast. However, the Asus product must admit defeat in certain aspects of the competition.
Intel Core i5-8265U, NVIDIA GeForce MX230, 14", 1.5 kg
Nino Ricchizzi, 29 Apr 2019 17:17
The Royole FlexPai's latest online presale was completed recently in China. (Source: PCMag.com)

Royole offers first 2019 batch of FlexPais for pre-order in China

The Royole FlexPai had been available in China in December 2018, but only in pre-order form. No new units have been offered in subsequent events - until now. The company had reportedly put the flexible phone back on the retail site Tmall in April 2019.
Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Apr 2019 16:03
DisplayMate has given the OnePlus 7 Pro an A+ ranking. (Source: DisplayMate)

OnePlus 7 Pro scores DisplayMate's highest accolade, even prior to its launch

The Pro variant is OnePlus' newest marketing tag, and will be used for the first time to differentiate one variant of the upcoming 7 flagship from another. DisplayMate has announced that it has given this phone its "highest A+" rating. Therefore, the OnePlus 7 Pro now goes into its May 2019 launch under this additional expectation.
Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Apr 2019 14:42
The availability of some Intel chipset tiers may still suffer well into 2019. (Source: IndustryWeek)

Intel CEO says effects of chip shortage likely to persist into 3rd quarter of 2019

Intel's new chief executive officer (CEO), Bob Swan, has conceded that the company's "supply constraints" may still impact on the diversity of the chipsets it offers as this year goes on. Swan has admitted that this will be a "challenge", even in the 3rd quarter of 2019. Then again, he has also committed to never allowing this to affect customers again.
Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Apr 2019 13:59
Oukitel C13 Pro smartphone

75% Oukitel C13 Pro Smartphone Review

A smartphone for 70 Euros? The budget Oukitel smartphone looks very impressive for a device in this price range. But is it really the low-priced smartphone to buy? Our review of the Oukitel C13 Pro answers this question.
Mediatek MT6739, PowerVR GE8100, 6.18", 177 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Apr 2019 12:49
Mario Kart Tour should be coming this summer. (Image source: Shack News)

Nintendo is looking for Android users to be Mario Kart Tour beta testers

Nintendo is currently looking for people to apply to the beta-testing phase of the upcoming mobile game Mario Kart Tour. At the moment, the company is only accepting applications from Android users (although the game is planned for iOS too). The application schedule window is already open, but it is only available to potential testers living in either the US or Japan.
Daniel R Deakin, 29 Apr 2019 11:53
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