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The new GDDR6 memory modules have already won the CES 2018 Innovation Award. (Source: Samsung)

Nvidia Volta GPUs (GTX 2000) to come with Samsung's GDDR6 memory, reaching 16 Gbps transfer rates

Samsung announced that the GDDR6 modules are going to be released in early 2018 with the new nvidia GTX 2000 series, boasting transfer rates increased by almost 50% and reduced energy requirements.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Nov 2017 15:16
Panasonic Eluga I5 Android smartphone with MediaTek MT6737 (Source: Panasonic)

Low-end Panasonic Eluga I5 smartphone hits India

Although the Eluga I4 arrived less than two months ago, the new Eluga I5 is already official. At first sight, it looks like it has almost identical features and about the same price as its predecessor as well.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Nov 2017 14:50
Samsung SM-A530N official support page now available

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2018) shows up on an official support page

Although Samsung still has not confirmed the launch date of the new Galaxy A series, the handset with the SM-A530N model number, also known as the Galaxy A5 (2018), has just received an official support page. Sadly, this page contains no technical details yet.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Nov 2017 12:35
The Envy 17t comes with a 17.3-inch 1080p multitouch IPS display. (Source: HP)

Deal | HP drops the price on the Envy 17t Touch notebook to US$1,299.99

The new Envy 17t touch notebook comes equipped with all the latest mobile tech: the powerful i7-8550U CPU coupled with 16 GB of DDR4-2400 RAM, 1 TB 7200 rpm HDD + 128 GB SSD combo, a gorgeous 17-inch 1080p multitouch IPS display, and even a DVD-writer.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Nov 2017 11:32
NDA ignorance has led to a takedown of the original OnePlus 5T preview pages (Source: ZDNet)

Oops - ZDNet publishes OnePlus 5T hands-on early, claims it didn't know of NDA

The premature unboxing video and pictures confirm the 6-inch 2160 x 1080 AMOLED display alongside new features for the dual rear cameras. The source has since taken down its preview pages at the request of OnePlus.
Allen Ngo, 13 Nov 2017 05:41
MSI GF62VR 7RF (7700HQ, GTX 1060, FHD 60 Hz) Laptop Review

80% MSI GF62VR 7RF (7700HQ, GTX 1060, FHD 60 Hz) Laptop Review

Priced to perform. The MSI GF62VR packs a punch for not a lot of change. However, users will have to deal with a fairly low quality screen and a cheaper plastic build quality. Are these tradeoffs worth the savings?
Intel Core i7-7700HQ, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Sam Medley, 13 Nov 2017 04:40
Schenker Technologies XMG Core 15 (i7-7700HQ, GTX 1060, Full HD) Laptop Review

84% Schenker Technologies XMG Core 15 (i7-7700HQ, GTX 1060, Full HD) Laptop Review

Fast, but hot and hungry. Schenker is using a new case for its Core 15 laptop and they have been keeping quiet about where they got it from. We will review whether the change was worth it and how well this 15-inch piece compares to similarly equipped gaming laptops.
Intel Core i7-7700HQ, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.6 kg
Christian Hintze, 13 Nov 2017 03:48
Eurocom Tornado F5W (Xeon E3-1280 v5, Quadro P5000) Workstation Review

87% Eurocom Tornado F5W (Xeon E3-1280 v5, Quadro P5000) Workstation Review

Zero compromises… Today we evaluate the Tornado F5W, a high-end workstation from Eurocom. Considering that it’s decked out with an Intel Xeon E3-1280 v5 desktop CPU and NVIDIA Quadro P5000 GPU along with an NVMe SSD and 64 GB of RAM, are there any weaknesses to speak of? If so, we’ll find them.
Intel Xeon E3-1280 v5, NVIDIA Quadro P5000, 15.6", 3.1 kg
Steve Schardein, 13 Nov 2017 03:39
NVIDIA Quadro P500 GPU

NVIDIA Quadro P500 GPU

256 Pascal cores @ 1455MHz, 64 Bit GDDR5 @ 5012MHz
Specifications and benchmarks of the NVIDIA Quadro P500 graphics card for professional laptops.
Microsoft Surface Precision Mouse. (Source: Microsoft)

Video shows off the Microsoft Surface Precision Mouse, the company's return to mice with enthusiast features

Pre-orders for the new Microsoft Surface Precision Mouse are now open. The mouse represents Microsoft's return to enthusiast-style mice with adjustable scroll wheel, programmable buttons, and multi-device switching.
Craig Ward, 12 Nov 2017 21:58
Doogee BL5000 Smartphone Review

78% Doogee BL5000 Smartphone Review

High-grade budget smartphone. On paper, the Doogee BL5000 has everything that an entry-level smartphone could ever dream of: a big battery, a high-resolution camera, lots of storage and a reasonably fast processor all at the entry-level price-point of 130 Euros (~$151). But can it also live up to high expectations?
Mediatek MT6750, ARM Mali-T860 MP2, 5.5", 210 g
Florian Schaar, 12 Nov 2017 14:26
Dell Inspiron 17 7773 (i7-8550U, 16 GB, 17" Touch) Convertible Review

84% Dell Inspiron 17 7773 (i7-8550U, 16 GB, 17" Touch) Convertible Review

The convertible in the 17-inch format. Yes, you read right. A convertible in the 17-inch format is an unusual combination. However, anyone who does not want to go without the advantages of a convertible even when working stationary will really like the device. You can find out in this test whether the new update with a faster CPU and GPU can convince us. Unfortunately our complaints are all too familiar.
Intel Core i7-8550U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 17.3", 2.9 kg
Sebastian Bade, 12 Nov 2017 14:26
Fujitsu LifeBook E756 (i7-6600U, HD520) Laptop Review

80% Fujitsu LifeBook E756 (i7-6600U, HD520) Laptop Review

Plenty of ports. The LifeBook E756 is a notebook for business users. In our review, the 15-inch notebook shines with its great maintenance features; however, in other places it has some minor difficulties. What kind of overall impression the device has left on us and how it performs when compared to the competition, you can find out in our review.
Intel Core i7-6600U, HD Graphics 520, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Mike Wobker, 12 Nov 2017 12:12
The A3 (2017). (Source: Fone Arena)

There's a full-screen Samsung compact phone on the cards, and it may just be the S9 Mini

There's a fullscreen compact device coming from Samsung in the near future, with the chance, albeit a slim one, that it will be the S9 Mini. The last Samsung flagship to have a mini version was the S5, so we're keen on seeing how this one goes.
Ricci Rox, 12 Nov 2017 08:32
A Bluetooth bug is affecting 5-inch Pixel 2 owners using Assistant. (Google)

More Google Pixel 2 woes, latest is a Bluetooth bug affecting Assistant

Google's woes with its Pixel 2 smartphones show no signs of abating. The latest drama affects users trying to activate Google Assistant over Bluetooth headphones on the smaller 5-inch Pixel 2.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Nov 2017 08:24
The Galaxy S8. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Details of the Samsung Galaxy S9 revealed

Samsung's latest press release contains a number of new technologies that we expect to be seen on the S9. The most notable of them is the Exynos 9810, Samsung's newest flagship SoC.
Ricci Rox, 12 Nov 2017 08:12
Some iPhone owners are complaining of vertical green lines marring their display. (Source: Phonearena)

Some iPhone Xs suffering from screen freezing, others green lines

Different sets of iPhone X owners are complaining about a couple of issues that have cropped up with their AMOLED displays. One group is complaining about their screens becoming unresponsive in cold conditions while some others are complaining of a green line marring their display.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Nov 2017 06:36
Nintendo Switch portable gaming console. (Source: Nintendo)

Nintendo's next financial year might see 25-30 million new Switch consoles produced

A source speaking to the Wall Street Journal claims that Nintendo is looking to produce 25 to 30 million Switch consoles during their next financial year. Sales in the current fiscal year are expected to surpass lifetime sales of the Wii U.
Craig Ward, 11 Nov 2017 20:29
Lei Jun, Xiaomi CEO.

OPPO and Xiaomi on the way to achieving facial recognition

Xiaomi and OPPO are said to be working on their versions of facial recognition technology that will rival Apple’s Face ID. This comes after MediaTek’s announcement of working with Meizu to do the same. Xiaomi and OPPO will be working in collaboration with Qualcomm, which is, perhaps, a product of the recent deal signed between the parties.
Ricci Rox, 11 Nov 2017 19:12
Qualcomm headquarters, San Diego. (Source: Glassdoor)

Qualcomm signs multi-billion dollar deal with OPPO, Vivo, and Xiaomi

Chinese smartphone giants OPPO, Vivo, and Xiaomi have agreed a US$12 billion deal with Qualcomm, with the deal aimed at giving the American semi-conductor manufacturers an even stronger grip on the market.
Ricci Rox, 11 Nov 2017 19:00
The Intel-AMD MCM seen on an NUC-style motherboard. (Source: Bits and Chips)

First photos of the new Intel-AMD multi-chip module surface

The first images of the new Intel-AMD multi-chip module (MCM) in the wild have surfaced and going by the looks of it, appears to be exactly what ultrabooks and mini-PCs have been longing for all this while.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 11 Nov 2017 09:37
Chinese retailers celebrating 11.11 Singles' Day with smartphone discounts (Source: Coolicool)

Deal | Chinese retailers celebrating 11.11 Singles' Day with smartphone discounts

Cheap smartphones are now even cheaper just for the occasion. The Vernee Mix 2 and LeEco Le Max 2 can be had new for $180 USD and $270 USD, respectively.
Allen Ngo, 11 Nov 2017 04:29
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Fujitsu Lifebook E4 and E5 series. (Source: Fujitsu)

Fujitsu debuts the new E4 and E5 with a focus on legacy business features

Fujitsu have announced their new value orientated Lifebook E4, and a slimmed down refresh of the Lifebook E5. The E-series focuses on affordability and in providing the legacy connections that business users need without carrying a bag full of dongles.
Craig Ward, 10 Nov 2017 23:57
Google Files Go file manager (Source: Google Play)

Google Files Go file manager for Android enters public beta

Although it was scheduled to go public in December, Google's Files Go file manager for Android leaked online earlier this week, so the tech giant decided to speed things up and made the app available via the Google Play store.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2017 23:35
Apple's iPhone 8 flagship family gets a new minor iOS update

Apple fixes the autocorrect bug on iPhones and iPads

The bug that came with iOS 11.1 and simply did not allow some users to type "i" by replacing it with "A" and a Unicode symbol has just been fixed by iOS 11.1.1. This update also takes care of an issue with Siri ("Hey Siri" sometimes not working).
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2017 19:35
Call of Duty: WWII Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Call of Duty: WWII Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Lukewarm Reception. With the previous installments in the series having drifted further and further into the realm of futuristic combat, Call of Duty is returning to its roots with its latest game, WWII. While the gameplay has changed little since the early days, the technology present has made improvements in leaps and bounds. We will test which hardware configurations are needed for the first person shooter game.
Florian Glaser, 10 Nov 2017 15:59
SwiftKey gets Photo Themes (Source: SwiftKey)

SwiftKey announces Photo Themes, teams up with a National Geographic contributing photographer

The SwiftKey virtual keyboard app for both Android and iOS has just received Photo Themes, as well as a gallery of nature images to use with this new feature. These shots were taken and curated by Keith Ladzinski, a top photographer who worked for ABC, Discovery Channel, and National Geographic.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2017 14:45
Garmin and Polar: Testing four fitness trackers

Garmin and Polar: Testing Four Fitness Trackers

We are testing altogether four fitness watches by the manufacturers, Garmin and Polar; the Garmin Forerunner 935, the Garmin Forerunner 35, the Polar M400, and the Polar M200. The tracking qualities of the devices are convincing, and some offer additional functionalities.
Silvio Werner, 10 Nov 2017 12:43
GFXBench listing of the Samsung SM-J337 (Source: GSMArena)

Samsung Galaxy J3 (2018) spotted on GFXbench

The upcoming version of the Samsung Galaxy J3 has been spotted on benchmarking site GFXBench. The device is being listed with the model number SM-J337 and is a refresh to the current Samsung Galaxy J3 (SM-J330F).
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Nov 2017 12:18
The Billion Capture+ features dual 13MP RGB and monochrome cameras. (Source: Gadgets360)

Flipkart's Billion Capture+ smartphone is tailored for the Indian market

Indian e-retailer, Flipkart, has announced its foray into the smartphone business with the launch of the Billion Capture+ smartphone. The new smartphone is tailor-made for the Indian market and features mid-range specs, dual 13MP rear cameras, and unlimited cloud storage for a starting price of ₹10,999 (US$169).
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Nov 2017 10:25
Motorola smartphones making a comeback in the U.S. (Source: Strategy Analytics)

Motorola smartphones making a small comeback in the U.S.

The Lenovo-owned telecommunications company has clawed its way back to the list of top 5 largest smartphone manufacturers through outreach and strong sales of the Moto Z2 Play.
Allen Ngo, 10 Nov 2017 07:35
Google Pixelbook Chromebook Review

86% Google Pixelbook Chromebook Review

The Chromebook poster child. The most expensive Chromebook available is unsurprisingly fast and very versatile. Just be prepared to bring all your USB Type-C adapters along for the trip.
Intel Core i5-7Y57, HD Graphics 615, 12.3", 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 10 Nov 2017 06:39
HP ZBook 14u G4 (7500U, FirePro W4190M) Workstation Review

80% HP ZBook 14u G4 (7500U, FirePro W4190M) Workstation Review

The consumer workstation. The new ZBook 14u encompasses exactly 14 inches and is for those who seek a reliable companion above all else. We are quite fond of the overall package, but the hardware choices leave a lot to be desired.
Intel Core i7-7500U, AMD FirePro W4190M, 14", 1.7 kg
Nino Ricchizzi, 10 Nov 2017 06:22
mophie juice pack for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (Source: mophie)

Mophie intros a battery case for the Galaxy Note 8

The juice pack and the charge force case by mophie target the Galaxy Note 8 phablet, offering wireless charging support and about 3,000 mAh of additional battery capacity for less than US$100.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2017 01:00
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MediaTek headquarters.

MediaTek to take break from flagship SoCs

A MediaTek executive has, in an interview, revealed the company's plans for the future, with the Taiwanese manufacturers set to take a break from manufacturing flagship SoCs for a while, in favor of killer mid-range chipsets.
Ricci Rox, 09 Nov 2017 21:16
Oppo F5 "Selfie Expert" Android phablet now available in India

Selfie-focused Oppo F5 phablet hits India

One month after launching in the Philippines, the 6-inch Oppo F5 Android phablet arrives in India, a very good market for selfie-centric handsets. The most attractive feature of this device is the 20 MP front camera with an AI-assisted beautify mode that promises to deliver amazing selfies.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2017 20:58
HTC headquarters, Hsintien, Taiwan. (Source: News4Europe)

HTC decline continues, records 26% YoY drop in revenue

HTC has released a report on its business side of things for the month of October, with figures pointing towards a palpable decline in revenue over the last year.
Ricci Rox, 09 Nov 2017 20:30
The Mate 10.

Huawei Mate 10 Pro heading to the US under the AT&T umbrella

Huawei concluded talks with AT&T a few months ago, and it looks like the Mate 10 will be the first device to benefit from that partnership. Only the Mate 10 Pro, though, as Huawei, once again, ignores the regular Mate 10 .
Ricci Rox, 09 Nov 2017 19:55
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Android smartphone to get a successor with an 18.5:9 display

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2018) spotted online with an 18.5:9 display

Although all Galaxy A handsets released so far use a touchscreen display with a conventional aspect ratio of 16:9, the screen of the upcoming Galaxy A5 (2018) will use the same 18.5:9 ratio as the Galaxy S8 flagship.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2017 18:05
Ryzen 3 Review: 1200 and 1300X for Desktop PCs

Ryzen 3 Review: 1200 and 1300X for Desktop PCs

With AMD's Ryzen 3, the Zen architecture has trickled down into the entry-level market. Lacking SMT, the affordable CPUs did fairly well in our tests regardless, and are most certainly a viable alternative and worthy of a recommendation for entry-level systems.
Silvio Werner, Klaus Hinum, 09 Nov 2017 17:29
Apple iPhone X smartphone with Face ID technology, Face ID-enabled iPads allegedly coming in 2018

Next year's iPads might feature Face ID

Although the hardware needed to manufacture Face ID-enabled devices is in short supply right now, Apple is expected to speed things up and to add this technology to at least one of the iPad tablets to launch in 2018.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2017 14:20
Samsung Galaxy S8 Burgundy Red variant launches in South Korea November 2017 (Source: Samsung Mobile Korea)

Samsung launches a Burgundy Red Galaxy S8

Not long after introducing the Coral and Deepsea Blue color options for the Galaxy S8 and Note 8, Samsung unleashes a Burgundy Red Galaxy S8 that goes quite well with the colors of the season. Sadly, it can only be acquired in South Korea for now.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2017 11:50
The U11.

Another HTC phone looks to be on the way

HTC is set to launch another device year runs out, with the phone, the "Ocean Harmony" looking to be another mid-ranger. There's been talk of a Snapdragon 652, though, so we're not exactly sure what HTC has planned for this one.
Ricci Rox, 09 Nov 2017 08:02
Supposed Intel-AMD Core i7-8705G benchmarks rival the GTX 1050 (Source: Logok.org)

Supposed Intel-AMD Core i7-8705G benchmarks rival the GTX 1050 in performance

The Intel-AMD Kaby Lake-R and Polaris/Vega combo could potentially outperform the current console generation and the GeForce MX150 based on unconfirmed reports.
Allen Ngo, 09 Nov 2017 05:07
Dell XPS 15 9560 2017 model. (Source: NotebookCheck)

Dell XPS 15: Claims of GTX 1060 with QuadHD+ and 5K screen options but 4K might be gone

A user on Reddit was browsing the XPS 15 section of the Dell Canada website, where they claim to have seen some important specifications such as the inclusion of a GTX 1060 option, QHD+ (touch enabled) and 5K screens, and the apparent absence of 4K.
Craig Ward, 09 Nov 2017 02:21
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Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck. (Source: Sonnet)

Pack a puck: The Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Puck is a portable eGPU solution

Sonnet has released a compact eGPU designed to fit in your bag, ideal for travel, LAN parties, or MacOS High Sierra.
Craig Ward, 08 Nov 2017 22:57
FutureModel NichePhone-S tiny Android phone (Source: Android Community)

Credit card-sized NichePhone-S handset debuts in Japan

This tiny basic smartphone runs Android 4.2 Jelly Bean (yes that is the pre-KitKat Android, no mistake here!) and is powered by the MediaTek MT6752A processor. Priced around US$90, it is scheduled to hit Japan later this week.
Codrut Nistor, 08 Nov 2017 14:55
Apple iPhone X premium flagship (Source: Apple)

Apple now leading the US smartphone market

Although Samsung accounted for almost 34 percent of the US market compared to Apple's about 25 percent share in the second quarter of the year, the Cupertino-based company bounced back in the third quarter and gained the lead thanks to Samsung's declining sales during the given time frame.
Codrut Nistor, 08 Nov 2017 14:10
Saygus V Squared crowdfunded Android smartphone (Source: FCC)

Saygus V Squared surfaces online once again

Back in August, the Saygus team revealed that the long-awaited V Squared flagship had finally reached the FCC. It took "just" a few months to get the agency's certifications, but at least now we know that this phone is not vaporware and should launch soon.
Codrut Nistor, 08 Nov 2017 12:55
Apple's iPhone X costs an estimated US$357.50 to manufacturer, resulting in a gross profit margin of 64 percent. This does not include research and development or marketing costs, of course.

Apple's iPhone X may cost even less to produce than previously thought

Recent teardowns estimate that the iPhone X costs even less than previously thought to manufacturer at around US$357.50. While the iPhone 8 has a gross profit margin of 59 percent, the iPhone X's is 64 percent. Apple CEO Tim Cook has responded by stating that Apple's products are being priced at the "value" they are delivering.
Douglas Black, 08 Nov 2017 07:15
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