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As the name suggests, the Zenbook 3 Deluxe looks to refine the overall Zenbook package with the same sharp design. (Source: ASUS)

Zenbook 3 Deluxe now available from ASUS

Appearing at CES and again at Computex earlier this year, ASUS has begun the sale of the aptly named Zenbook 3 Deluxe. The core i7 version of this ultra-portable device is available for $1,699 direct from ASUS and other online retailers, such as Amazon and Newegg.
Sebastian Eifrid, 21 Jun 2017 00:34
Single-board computers are great for creators of IoT devices or learners who want to experiment with programming. (Source: Digital Trends)

Intel aims to axe their Joule, Galileo, and Edison SoCs for makers

Intel's Galileo, Jules, and Edison single-board computers will come to an end after this year, according to the company's internal documents. It isn't clear what product(s), if any, will replace them.
Douglas Black, 20 Jun 2017 21:46
The ill-fated Samsung Galaxy Note 7. (Source: Samsung)

A Reuters report adds credibility to the Galaxy Note 8's rumored August launch

Summer is about to get a lot hotter with the upcoming launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. The premier phablet is expected to be slightly larger than the Galaxy S8 Plus and feature dual rear cameras.
John Garcia, 20 Jun 2017 21:33
Finding a job could soon be much less complicated with Google for Jobs. (Source: Phandoid)

Now you can find employment with Google for Jobs

Google has announced a new tool called Google for Jobs. Google for Jobs uses an existing Google Cloud API and an AI-driven algorithm to help put jobs from many sites in one place.
Douglas Black, 20 Jun 2017 21:21
Sony Xperia XA Android smartphone gets Nougat update

Sony Xperia XA gets Android Nougat

Not long ago, the Japanese brand released the Nougat firmware update for the Xperia XA Ultra handsets. Now, the time has come for the Xperia XA to get the same treatment, one year since its release with Marshmallow on board.
Codrut Nistor, 20 Jun 2017 21:15
UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro unveiled

UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro unveiled

The UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro have just been unveiled. 6GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, dual rear cameras, Helio P20, 4000mAh battery.
Ricci Rox, 20 Jun 2017 19:53
Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (Xeon, 4K) Workstation Review

89% Lenovo ThinkPad P51 (Xeon, 4K) Workstation Review

More performance and a very good display. Lenovo's ThinkPad P51 is a full-fledged mobile workstation with a 15-inch display, powerful Xeon quad-core processor and a professional graphics card from Nvidia. The 4K screen in particular convinced in the review.
Intel Xeon E3-1505M v6, NVIDIA Quadro M2200, 15.6", 2.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 20 Jun 2017 17:08
Emporio Armani Connected with Android Wear 2.0 coming in September 2017

Emporio Armani Connected with Android Wear 2.0 coming in September

The first Emporio Armani Connected smartwatch to launch with Android Wear 2.0 on board is scheduled to hit the market on September 14. Its predecessor, a hybrid smartwatch, made its debut last fall.
Codrut Nistor, 20 Jun 2017 16:45
New Snapdragon 450 brings 14nm process to the entry-level segment

New Snapdragon 450 brings 14nm process to the entry-level segment

Qualcomm are not willing to have a rest anytime soon, as they prepare for the launch of their new Snapdragon 450 SoC. The processor, manufactured with a 14nm process, is expected to be an underclocked Snapdragon 625.
Ricci Rox, 20 Jun 2017 13:23
Nubia M2 Play launched

Nubia M2 Play launched

Nubia has announced the launch of their new M2 Play, a less powerful variant of their standard Nubia M2. Snapdragon 435, integrated metal body, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, front-mounted fingerprint reader.
Ricci Rox, 20 Jun 2017 13:23
Lenovo Yoga 720-15IKB (7700HQ, FHD, GTX 1050) Laptop Review

82% Lenovo Yoga 720-15IKB (7700HQ, FHD, GTX 1050) Laptop Review

Convertible Powerhouse. The Lenovo Yoga line has long been the leader in the 2-in-1 notebook market. With the redesigned Yoga 720, the Chinese manufacturer looks to expand that dominance. Can the 15-inch model be flexible enough for consumers, or will it snap under pressure?
Intel Core i7-7700HQ, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Mobile, 15.6", 2 kg
Sam Medley, 20 Jun 2017 08:01
With the latest update to Pokemon GO, players will be able to participate in co-op raid battles. (Source: Niantic, Inc.)

Pokemon GO to receive a massive overhaul of its gym battling system

According to the Pokemon GO Team, players can expect "the biggest update to Pokémon GO" to roll out over the coming weeks. The massive update is planned to include an overhaul of the gym battling system in addition to new features like raid battles.
Sebastian Eifrid, 20 Jun 2017 07:40
Source: Debian

Debian 9 "Stretch" now available

The update brings enhanced security features, more accessible debug tools, and updates to over 51,000 software packages throughout the Debian repositories.
Sam Medley, 20 Jun 2017 04:47
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Google looks to take a harder stance against policy violators and online terrorists. (Source: Google)

Google takes a hard line on online terror in its new 4-step plan

In a recent blog post, General Counsel at Google Ken Walker delineated the company's mission to combat terrorism online. While Google already devotes a portion of its enormous resources toward counter-terrorism, the company aims to bolster its efforts with a newly published 4-step plan.
Sebastian Eifrid, 20 Jun 2017 00:00
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2017 (Core i7, OLED) Convertible Review

88% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2017 (Core i7, OLED) Convertible Review

Premium convertible. Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Yoga is clearly in a league of its own - at least as far as the price is concerned. The convertible features high-end components and a very good OLED panel. How the top-of-the-line version of the X1 Yoga with Intel Core i7 CPU compares to its competitors is the subject of our comprehensive review.
Update: Battery runtime and measurements of the WQHD-IPS panel added.
Intel Core i7-7600U, HD Graphics 620, 14", 1.4 kg
Sebastian Bade, 20 Jun 2017 00:00
Samsung Galaxy XCover 4

81% Samsung Galaxy XCover 4 (SM-G390F) Smartphone Review

Robust and stylish? Samsung aims to provide a smartphone that survives in rough environments, but also radiates elegance at the same time. The handset is, in fact, robust and not too bulky. We checked whether its everyday suitability is just as impressive.
Samsung Exynos 7570 Quad, ARM Mali-T720, 5", 172 g
Florian Wimmer, 20 Jun 2017 00:00
The LG G6's new color options are on display in this promotional image. (Source: LG)

The new LG G6+ adds features missing from the standard G6

Sporting more storage, a Hi-Fi DAC, and wireless charging, the G6+ is the definitive version of LG's flagship smartphone. It's made for customers who don't want to compromise on their music experience, and includes a pair of high quality earphones that further reinforce that point.
John Garcia, 19 Jun 2017 23:06
Moto Z2 Androd smartphone leaked image closeup

Moto Z2 hits AnTuTu

This upcoming 5.5-inch handset is expected to arrive on June 27, packing a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, as well as a dual camera setup.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jun 2017 22:25
Amazon website, Amazon acquires Whole Foods marketplace

Amazon acquires Whole Foods

The company that started by selling only non-processed foods back in 1978 as SaferWay and grew to a chain of no less than 431 markets, all located in the US, joins Amazon for $13.7 billion.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jun 2017 19:50
Alleged Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) details on GFXBench as Samsung SM-T835

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2017) leaks online

This slate surfaced on GFXBench under the codename SM-T835 featuring a Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage. An IFA launch might be in the cards, but nothing has been confirmed yet.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jun 2017 15:55
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Apple iPad Pro 10.5 Tablet Review

92% Apple iPad Pro 10.5 Tablet Review

A great tablet, but not a pro. The iPad Pro 10.5 is Apple's second generation of the Pro-series. The screen is definitely the star of the show. It has not only grown in size, but it also offers 120 Hz, HDR and claims coverage of the P3 color space. The tablet is on its way to the top with the A10X SoC, but it will still not be a satisfying notebook replacement.
Apple A10X Fusion, A10X Fusion GPU, 10.5", 469 g
Daniel Schmidt, 18 Jun 2017 00:00
Microsoft Surface Laptop (i5-7200U) Review

85% Microsoft Surface Laptop (i5-7200U) Review

All screen and no substance. The new Surface Laptop sounds and looks more special than it really is. While the unique 3:2 touchscreen is bright, crisp, and colorful for graphic artists, almost everything else fails to impress.
Intel Core i5-7200U, HD Graphics 620, 13.5", 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 19 Jun 2017 08:44
The YotaPhone 3 ("Yota3") is expected to have a similar design as its predecessor (pictured) with a slight performance boost. (Source: YotaPhone)

The YotaPhone 3 aims to refine the concept of an E Ink phone

Specifications for the next iteration of the YotaPhone were disclosed after the China-Russia Expo in Harbin. Insider sources suggest that the device may not be the high-spec flagship device that consumers were expecting.
Sebastian Eifrid, 19 Jun 2017 08:19
WannaCry is estimated to have extracted US$126,000 in Bitcoin from victims. (Source: Gillian Hann/Twitter)

British intelligence claims North Korea is behind WannaCry, though doubts persist

US and British intelligence services believe that they tracked the WannaCry ransomware to North Korea via attributing it to the Lazarus Group, who hacked Sony Pictures in 2014 preceding the release of the comedy film "The Interview".
Douglas Black, 19 Jun 2017 06:22
This year's Nvidia April Fool's joke becomes a reality (Source: Nvidia)

This year's Nvidia April Fool's joke is now a reality

The software may still be a pipe dream, but at least some lucky few will get to own a very cool-looking 64 GB USB thumb drive. Gamers have until the end of this week to register and be included in the drawing.
Allen Ngo, 19 Jun 2017 05:28
Zotac GeForce GT 1030 Review

Zotac GeForce GT 1030 Review

Tiny Pascal spin-off! With the launch of last year´s new Pascal generation, Nvidia stirred up the high-end segment of graphics cards and bit by bit added mid-range and now entry-level products. The Nvidia GeForce GT 1030 by Zotac offers a low-profile PCB and 2 GB of GDDR5 memory. The question this review is about to answer: Is this GPU branded for use in a living-room PC or can it be actually suitable for gaming?
Intel Xeon E5-2680 v4, NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 (Desktop), 32"
Sebastian Bade, 18 Jun 2017 17:39
The Mac Pro certainly does have "Pro" in the name, but it isn't the modular, upgradable desktop that many were waiting for. (Source: Apple)

Opinion: Horizon Machine or not, Apple still only pays lip service to repair service

Apple is being forced to pay lip service to serviceability, but it needs to be pressed further.
Douglas Black, 18 Jun 2017 16:41
Images of UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro released

Images of UMIDIGI Z1 and Z1 Pro released

UMIDIGI are set for the unveiling of their new Z1 and Z1 Pro devices. FHD AMOLED display, 6GB of RAM, dual rear cameras, Helio P20.
Ricci Rox, 17 Jun 2017 23:33
Asus VivoBook Flip 12 TP203NAH (N4200, HD) Laptop Review

79% Asus VivoBook Flip 12 TP203NAH (N4200, HD) Laptop Review

Unremarkable. The Asus convertible has an Apollo Lake processor on board and offers a lot of storage space. The battery life can be called average at best. At a price of almost 500 Euros (~$560), the device is not one of the most affordable models.
Intel Pentium N4200, HD Graphics 505, 11.6", 1.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 17 Jun 2017 21:11
New Sharp device with Snapdragon 660 spotted on Geekbench

New Sharp device with Snapdragon 660 spotted on Geekbench

A new Sharp device, listed as the "Sharp FS8016", surfaced on Geekbench earlier on. Snapdragon 660, 4GB of RAM, Android 7.1.1 Nougat.
Ricci Rox, 17 Jun 2017 21:00
Reading between the lines, Windows 10 S stays fast because it's less susceptible to bloat. (Source: Windows Central)

Is Windows 10 S really faster?

Microsoft has advertised Windows 10 S as faster than regular Windows 10, but the reality is that it just needs less maintenance.
Douglas Black, 17 Jun 2017 17:30
A visual simplification of the big.LITTLE platform delegating tasks to different cores. (Source: MS Power User)

Full Windows 10 on Snapdragon could mean big(.LITTLE) improvements

Windows 10 running on ARM chips won't necessarily mean you'll be trading speed for endurance; ARM's big.LITTLE specialized core technology will mean big improvements in both stamina and performance.
Douglas Black, 17 Jun 2017 16:53
An arist's conceptual render of what a Surface smartphone might look like. (Source: Nasir Aslam)

Microsoft gives an enigmatic promise of what its Surface brand smartphone might be

Microsoft executives have made intriguing promises of what we should expect from the company's upcoming Surface branded smartphone device. More accurately, Microsoft has told us what not to expect from the device: anything but the ordinary.
Sebastian Eifrid, 17 Jun 2017 14:16
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet Gen 2 (i5-7Y54) Tablet Review

86% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet Gen 2 (i5-7Y54) Tablet Review

Evolution, not revolution. The first generation of Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Tablet was decent, but it had its fair share of flaws. A year later, the latest version has seen little more than a chipset refresh with a few component updates. Is that enough to remain competitive?
Intel Core i5-7Y54, HD Graphics 615, 12", 1.1 kg
Steve Schardein, 17 Jun 2017 09:49
Intel Skylake silicon (Source: Apple Insider)

Intel Cannonlake may have to wait until Q2 2018

Intel is taking it slow with the 10 nm fabrication process while smartphone manufacturers continue to flock and invest in even smaller 5 nm chips.
Allen Ngo, 17 Jun 2017 08:31
The G4 Plus isn't as pretty as the Galaxy S8, but it's a lot more durable. (Source: B&H)

Deal: One of the best budget smartphones, the Moto G4 Plus, is on sale for US$149

A mid-range handset with a budget price, the Moto G4 Plus is now on sale for cheaper than ever at US$149 — US$100 off the starting price.
Douglas Black, 17 Jun 2017 07:46
iFixit gives unfavorable review for the Surface Laptop (Source: ifixit.com)

iFixit gives unfavorable review for the Surface Laptop

Want to crack open a Surface Laptop? You'll have to destroy it with a knife first.
Allen Ngo, 17 Jun 2017 06:47
Microsoft's Cortana is now accessible directly from the home screen for Android users. (Source: Microsoft)

Android users can now have Microsoft's Cortana as their default assistant

With the latest update to its Android application, Cortana can now be set to the default search assistant. This means Android users now have the option of replacing Google Assistant, with direct access to Cortana from the home screen.
Sebastian Eifrid, 17 Jun 2017 05:32
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Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition with Ubuntu Linux

Dell now has 7 Ubuntu-driven premium laptops in its portfolio

Next to the seven different laptops with Ubuntu Linux on board, Dell also has a 27-inch all-in-one desktop PC that runs this well-known distro. The Kaby Lake-powered models come with Ubuntu 16.04 LTS, while their Skylake-driven siblings run Ubuntu 14.04 LTS.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Jun 2017 01:15
LeEco in shambles as company closes service center in Shanghai

LeEco in shambles as company closes service center in Shanghai

LeEco is having significant issues after the disaster that was its expansion into the US. New information claims that the company is already shutting down service centers at home in China.
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2017 23:10
It's Atari and it has wood paneling. Everything else is a mystery at this point. (Source: Ataribox)

Ready Player Four: Atari is back in the video game console business

Oh it's true! Atari, grandfather of modern gaming, is back with a brand new gaming console. The Ataribox resembles an updated 2600, but next to nothing is known about its specs or purpose.
John Garcia, 16 Jun 2017 22:32
Is the HTC U11 the company's answer to its recent financial misfortunes? (Source: HTC)

HTC U11 off to a good start, enjoying strong sales

HTC's new phone has not disappointed, selling better than the two previous company flagships and surpassing expected demand. The Taiwanese manufacturer hopes that the handset's popularity, along with the continued success of its Vive VR platform, will reverse its financial fortunes in the coming year.
John Garcia, 16 Jun 2017 21:18
Leagoo T5 - Flagship on a budget

Leagoo T5 - Flagship on a budget

Leagoo's flagship for this year, the T5, may be getting a release soon. 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, dual rear cameras, 3000mAh battery, front-mounted fingerprint reader
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2017 19:48
LG G6 Android flagship gets one extra year of warranty in the US

LG G6 users in the US get one extra year of warranty

To keep its latest flagship relevant in a very competitive market, LG has decided to extend the limited warranty for the G6 to two years. Sadly, the Second Year Promise program is only available in the US.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Jun 2017 18:50
The Vivo's optical fingerprint reader was shown in a leaked video. (Source: WeiBo)

New phone from Vivo may feature a fingerprint reader embedded under the screen

A new phone from Vivo appearing in a leaked video was shown to be unlocked by fingerprint through a sensor embedded within the screen on the device. Rumors suggest that this type of sensor might be appearing in new smartphones soon.
Sebastian Eifrid, 16 Jun 2017 17:10
Meizu Pro 7 unofficial render shows secondary screen on the back

Meizu Pro 7 to feature a secondary display on the back

According to the latest leak, this upcoming handset will have a secondary display similar to the YotaPhone, but one that only covers about one-third of the back panel's surface.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Jun 2017 15:20
The Modern Keyboard features a fingerprint scanner located on a key next to the right Alt. (Source: Microsoft)

Want a fingerprint reader? Microsoft now has a keyboard for that

Microsoft has released a new keyboard with embedded fingerprint scanner and is calling it "The Modern Keyboard". The Modern Keyboard has both wireless and wired functionality but comes at the hefty price of US$129.99.
Douglas Black, 16 Jun 2017 07:50
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Gionee A1 Lite with mega 20MP front-facing camera launched

Gionee A1 Lite with mega 20MP front-facing camera launched

Gionee is pandering to the selfie-obsessed demographic with their new device, the A1 Lite. 13MP rear camera, 20MP selfie shooter, MT6753, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of internal storage, and some rather sizeable bezels.
Ricci Rox, 16 Jun 2017 00:34
Samsung Galaxy S8 Android flagship and Galaxy S8+ get software update on Verizon and T-Mobile early June 2017

Verizon Wireless and T-Mobile update the Galaxy S8 and S8+ flagships

Both carriers offer an update that does not deliver Android 7.1 or Android O, providing Android Pay support, various improvements to Bixby, as well as the monthly security patch instead.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Jun 2017 22:20
Asus Zenfone AR finally goes on sale

Asus Zenfone AR finally goes on sale

Asus are doing a good job of bringing us closer to the future with each device. The Zenfone AR finally went on sale and it's an absolute beauty.
Ricci Rox, 15 Jun 2017 21:46
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