Consequences of Brexit already reaching PC and smartphone manufacturers
Some manufacturers are considering job cuts or simply raising prices of products to pass on the devaluing Pound directly to customers.
Toshiba to expand its business PC efforts across Europe
The manufacturer will commit itself more fully to European businesses in hopes of double-digit growth rates.
Apple falls to fifth place in China
Local manufacturers like Huawei, Vivo, Oppo, and Xiaomi are dominating while Apple continues to face patent infringement issues.
Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T-C8ZW Preview
Play Store apps on Chrome OS... almost. The latest Acer Chromebook convertible will be compatible with Play Store apps upon launch. Our pre-release developer unit, however, has been having some issues. Nonetheless, we can provide our take on the hardware and chassis while Acer continues to patch out bugs.
Intel Celeron N3060, HD Graphics (Braswell), 11.6", 1.2 kg
Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 now up for pre-order in the US
Only the 16 GB variant of this Android slate is now available for pre-order in the US, at a price of $299.99 USD.
New Gear VR could launch with upcoming Galaxy Note 7
Mysterious Samsung device with the model name SM-R323 appears on tracking database just weeks ahead of the planned Galaxy Note 7 launch event.
Samsung sells over 185,000 Gear VR headsets in Germany
The headset retails for about $100 USD and has been nothing but a sales success for the South Korean manufacturer.
Honor 5C Smartphone Review
It's an honor. A superb screen and decent camera wrapped in a metal casing – with a price of under 200 Euros (~$223), the Honor 5C makes a big impression. This review reveals whether the 5.2-inch smartphone is really that great.
HiSilicon Kirin 650, ARM Mali-T830 MP2, 5.2", 156 g
Hugo Barra envisions Xiaomi as a premium smartphone brand
The Chinese manufacturer is losing ground to Huawei, Oppo, and Vivo and is thus looking to offer more premium smartphones to better separate itself from budget manufacturers.
Xiaomi Mi Band 2 Smartband Review
Low-cost tracker. A fitness wristband for roughly 20 Euros (~$22) with OLED panel, heart-rate monitor, IP67 certification and a battery life of over 20 days? The Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi makes it possible. We tested Xiaomi's Mi Band 2 and report how it fares in everyday use.
0.46", 18 g
Possible Google Nexus 2016 design leaked
At least two size options should be coming differing only in internal specifications and dimensions. Unlike the Nexus 5X or 6P, the housing may be made mostly of aluminum.
Samsung Galaxy J2 2016 refresh could carry Smart Glow notification feature
If successful on the entry-level Galaxy J2, Samsung may expand the feature for its mainstream and high-end offerings as well.
Next Apple iPhone could launch with 32 GB of internal storage space
The Wall Street Journal says the next iPhone is just a few months away, but it won't be a huge update from the current iPhone 6s series. Better water resistance, bigger battery life, a thinner chassis, and omission of the audio jack could all be on the table.
More Kaby Lake rumors arise for Surface Book successor
Major hardware revisions for the Surface series not likely to come before 2017.
Lenovo ThinkPad P50 Workstation (Xeon, 4K) Review
Better with 4K? Once again, we review the mobile workstation from Lenovo. This time, however, the ThinkPad P50 is equipped with a Xeon processor and a 4K screen, but the latter does not make sense for every user.
Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5, NVIDIA Quadro M2000M, 15.6", 2.6 kg
Huawei P9 Plus Smartphone Review
Is everything better with the Plus? The new P9 Plus from Huawei is not just a bigger version of the standard P9, the display differs completely from the smaller sibling as well. The Press Touch feature is also reserved for the Plus model.
HiSilicon Kirin 955, ARM Mali-T880 MP4, 5.5", 162 g
How-to guide: PCIe SSD upgrade using the Dell XPS 13 (9350) as an example
Our step-by-step tutorial explains how to upgrade the Dell XPS 13 2016 (9350) quickly and easily with larger and faster PCIe NVMe SSDs. Which ones are compatible? How does an upgrade impact the performance?
Huawei, Oppo, and Vivo to be the three largest smartphone manufacturers in China
Lenovo, Xiaomi, and HTC continue to slip in terms of YoY shipments while LeEco is predicted to experience a fourfold growth rate.
ZTE Nubia N1 with 5000 mAh battery now official
The affordable 5.5-inch Nubia N1 should provide long runtimes with its large capacity battery for 230 Euros. Official SKUs for regions outside of China have not yet been announced.
Windows 7 increases in market share ahead of the Windows 10 anniversary update
A recent survey shows a slight 0.5 percent bump in Windows 7 usage while Linux and MacOS command 2 percent and 5 percent of the desktop market share, respectively.
Samsung denies reports of OLED and LCD business separation
The South Korean manufacturer will not be spinning off its lucrative LCD or OLED display businesses despite a recent Korea Times report claiming otherwise.
57 new external reviews +
Gadgetspeak: Fujistu Stylistic R726, Business News Daily: Acer Aspire R 15 Review: Is It Good for Business?, Digital Trends: Acer Aspire S 13, Digital Trends: Acer Chromebook 14, CNet: Lenovo ThinkPad 13, Digital Trends: HP Spectre, Chip.de: Gemächlicher Schreibtischbolide, Notebookinfo: Schlankes Luxus-Notebook, Chip.de: Asus-Notebook mit solider Ausstattung, Chip.de: Großer Ausstattungskönig, Chip.de: Viel Leistung für wenig Geld, Laptop Media: Acer’s high-end reliable business solution, Laptop Media: ASUS ZenBook Flip UX360 review – focuses on what’s important, Laptop Media: Desktop-like experience on a whole new level, PC Authority: Review: Asus EeeBook E402M Elegant White - the EeeBook ain't'n't dead yet!, Notebookreview.com: The Toughest 2-in-1, PC World: The rugged flagship phone for clumsy fingers, PC Perspective: Where did the bezels go?, Tom's Guide: Samsung Galaxy S7 Active Review: Durable Greatness, Notebookreview.com: Acer Aspire R 15 Review: A Well-Rounded 2-in-1, V3.co.uk: Galaxy S7 vs Galaxy S7 Active head-to-head review, Tech Advisor: Big and beautiful, the Mi Max is a huge amount of smartphone for not a lot of money, Techradar: BQ Aquaris M4.5 review, Tech2.in.com: A road warrior with no competition, 01Net: Test : Spectre x360 15, l'hybride qu'on attend sur le terrain de l'endurance, Mobi France: Test Spectre X360 13 pouces de chez HP – Avis après un mois d’utilisation !, Tuexperto: Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 2016 ya disponible, precio y características, HwT: Test: HP Pavilion Gaming Notebook, Dinside: HP Spectre 13, Teltarif: Sony Xperia X im Test: Keine Innovation, der Z-Serie zu ähnlich, Teltarif: Archos 40 Helium im Test: LTE und Dual-SIM retten es nicht, Teltarif: ZTE Blade V7: Das neue Dual-SIM-Smartphone mit LTE im Test, Teltarif: Wiko Robby im Handy-Test: Dual-SIM-Smartphone ohne LTE, Teltarif: LG Stylus 2: Digitalradio DAB+ mit dem Smartphone im Test, Cyberbloc: Die Modulare Revolution: LG G5 Im Smartphone-Test – Episode 1, Teltarif: LG Stylus 2: Günstiges Phablet mit DAB+ im Test, Zoom: Обзор планшета Huawei T2 10 Pro: нестандартный планшет со вспышкой, Zoom: Обзор компьютера HP Elite x2 1012 G1: ноутбук или планшет?, Teltarif: OnePlus 3 im Test: Fast auf dem Niveau von iPhone und Samsung Galaxy, Dinside: Lenovo Yoga 900S, Teltarif: Moto G4 Plus im Handy-Test: Gelungenes Gesamtpaket, Cyberbloc: Apple Macbook – Das Mini-Macbook Im Test, Cyberbloc: Lenovo Yoga 900-13ISK 2in1-Notebook Im Test, Zoom: Обзор ноутбука Lenovo Y700-17ISK: игровой монстр, Zoom: Обзор нового MacBook: предмет роскоши, Zoom: Обзор планшета iPad Pro 9.7: для серьёзных намерений, Benchmark.pl: Lenovo Y700-15ISK - dobry laptop do gier, Notebook.cz: Test: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon - tenký pracant s dobrou konstrukcí a výkonem v klasickém provedení, 01Net: Test : Acer ChromeBook R11, il séduit par sa conception hybride mi-portable, mi-tablette, Tuexperto: Acer Aspire S13, lo hemos probado, Hispazone: Acer Chromebook R11-CB5, Dinside: Acer Aspire S13, Cyberbloc: Angetestet: Das Asus Vivobook Flip, Benchmark.pl: Acer Aspire One AO1-131 – laptop z głową w chmurach, Notebook.cz: Test: Acer Switch Alpha 12 - elegantní konvertibilní řešení s 3:2 displejem a vodním chlazením, Notebook.cz: Test: Asus GL552VX - herní notebook s tichým chlazením a uživatelsky vyměnitelnými komponenty
More Samsung patents on foldable devices emerge
Concepts could be applied to future foldable Galaxy smartphones and tablets including the supposed "Galaxy X".
Allview P8 eMagic smartphone now available for 170 Euros
The 5.5-inch dual-SIM smartphone will ship with Android 6.0 Marshmallow starting on August 8th.
Samsung's Olympic Games Edition flagships now official
The custom Galaxy S7 Edge flagships were formally introduced yesterday and can be pre-ordered in Germany for roughly $970 USD.
OnePlus European tour kicking off this July 15th in Manchester
The 26-day tour will promote the OnePlus 3 in 13 cities across 7 different countries in Europe starting with Manchester, England.
Apple releases first public beta of iOS 10
This release can be downloaded even by those without a developer account and comes with a new lock screen design, some overhauled apps, and more.
OxygenOS 3.2.1 rolls out
The new firmware is only available for OnePlus 3 at this time and comes with a bunch of improvements and fixes, as well as the latest security patch from Google.
Motorola launches the Moto online store in Australia
The store will go live in a week and will provide quick access to the entire portfolio of Motorola products available in Australia, as well as warranty and support services.
Blackview R7 5.5-inch for just 169.99 USD
The chinese manufacturer Blackview is launching its new 5.5-inch handset called R7. The first known specs look promising and the price of less than 200 USD could make it a bargain.
Lenovo S21e-20 80M4004MGE Subnotebook Review
200 Euros (~$221). How much Windows do you get for this price? This 11-inch device proudly runs Windows 10 Home 64-bit. However, there are certain drawbacks, such as, a bad keyboard and a weak chassis.
Intel Pentium N3540, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 11.6", 1.1 kg
Dell Latitude 15 3570 Notebook Review
Marked down office bargain. Dell introduces a new 15-inch office lineup in the medium price range, and surprised us with a total discount of 30% during the test. Buyers who do not mind a low screen resolution and do not have high expectations from input devices should read this report and quickly grab one if interested.
Intel Core i5-6200U, HD Graphics 520, 15.6", 2.1 kg51 new external reviews +
Laptop Media: A tablet that can actually replace your notebook, Pocket Lint: Affordable phone of the year?, PC World: Thin doesn't have to mean compromise, PC World: 14 hours of battery life highlights this business-class hybrid, Tech Advisor: Dell's new premium Chromebook arrives to take on Google Pixel as best Chromebook, Tech Advisor: No nonsense productivity business laptop, Tech Advisor: Premium laptop portability for business users, PC Mag: HP Spectre 13, PC Mag: Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700, PC Mag: VAIO Z Flip, PC Authority: Review: Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 260, Tech Advisor: An inexpensive hybrid laptop-tablet which skimps on screen quality, Tech Advisor: A great-value budget laptop, Tech Advisor: With a Core i3 processor, this plain-looking laptop is one of the best budget bargains, Notebookreview.com: A 2-in-1 With Lightweight Performance, PC Pro: Is it worth the extra £60?, PC Pro: The best budget smartphone goes large, Tech Advisor: Extra storage, fingerprint scanner and 16Mp camera will tempt some to upgrade, Laptop Media: Affordable smartphone with metal design, Laptop Media: Where mid-range devices shine, Pocket Lint: Plus and minus, PC World: One gimmicky fan can't make up for aging hardware, PC Mag: Lenovo Yoga 900S, Tech Advisor: A mid-range gaming laptop with a GTX 960M that's let down by its screen, Notebookreview.com: Acer Aspire S 13: An Excellent Ultrabook, Laptop Media: A slightly different flagship with many friends, Laptop Media: Worthy successor to an affordable and popular smartphone, Pocket Lint: Taking on the Microsoft Surface Pro, Tech Advisor: A great phone, but no match for the cheaper, totally awesome Galaxy S6, PC Mag: Samsung Galaxy J7, Pocket Lint: The flagship killer we've been waiting for, PC World: Hip, hip Huawei is just a little too stylish for its own good, PC World: Third time's the charm with this supercharged, unlocked flagship, PC Pro: Can it beat the Surface Pro 4?, PC Pro: Brexit forces price rise of £20, PC Perspective: A Denial-of-Surface Attack, PC Mag: OnePlus 3 (Unlocked), Tech Advisor: One of the best value phones, but there won't be another OnePlus X to come, Tech Advisor: Hands-on with the Surface and Galaxy TabPro S rival Windows 10 tablet, Tech Advisor: A truly amazing flagship smartphone for a crazy price, Notebookreview.com: A Standard 2-in-1 Priced Right, Wired Magazine: Review: OnePlus 3, Pocket Lint: Sony in a spin?, Tech Advisor: Good-looking phone with a great camera & battery life, but it's too expensive, PC Perspective: The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2-in-1 Notebook Review, PC Mag: Sony Xperia X, PC Mag: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga, PC Pro: The ultimate business Yoga, PC Pro: Is this the Xperia Z6 in disguise?, Notebookreview.com: Dell XPS 13 2016 Review: An Ultrabook Improvement, Notebookreview.com: Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 460 Review
Intel Kaby Lake may be dropping the Core m5/m7 name
New leaks suggest that the 4.5 W Kaby Lake Y series will have Core m3/i5/i7 SKUs instead of the expected Core m3/m5/m7 SKUs.
Microsoft teasing new Surface devices for 2016 and 2017
Microsoft's on-campus Hall of Fame raises suspicions on at least four new Surface devices yet to be revealed with one coming before the end of 2016.
Microsoft issuing final reminder for free Windows 10 upgrade period
Forget small notification bubbles. The free Windows 10 upgrade period is going out with a bang and with a fullscreen warning for those still running Windows 7 SP1 or 8.1.
Sharp 507SH is a waterproof Android One handset
This 5-inch handset is both water- and dust-proof, uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor, and its battery provides up to three days of regular use.
Walmart Pay hits 4,600 over stores in the US
This free mobile-payment service that was announced back in December 2015 is now available for users of Apple and Android devices, supporting an impressive number of cards.
Samsung introduces world's first removable UFS memory cards
The new UFS cards come with sizes between 32 GB and 256 GB, delivering a significant performance boost compared to the solutions currently available on the market.
Sharp Aquos Mini smartphone coming to Japan
The 4.7-inch smartphone is just slightly bigger than the 4-inch iPhone SE and includes Sharp's signature IGZO display for superior screen quality.
Dell Latitude 12 E7270 Notebook Review
Road warrior. Dell's Latitude 7000 lineup is synonymous with high quality in the business sector. Our in-depth review uncovers whether the latest 12.5-inch model fulfills this claim and whether Dell can outpace the competition.
Intel Core i5-6300U, HD Graphics 520, 12.5", 1.4 kg23 new external reviews +
Laptop Mag: Dell Inspiron 15 7000 2-in-1, Laptop Mag: Acer Aspire R 15, Good Gear Guide: 14 hours of battery life highlights this business-class hybrid, It Pro: Lenovo Moto G4, Gadgetspeak: HP Chromebook 14 G3, HardwareLuxx: ASUS ZenBook Flip UX360CA, Notebookinfo: Kompakter Gamer-Refresh für 2016, Chip.de: Ausstattungsstarkes Gaming-Notebook mit TOP-Display, Engadget: Sony Xperia X, It Pro: Lenovo Moto G4 Plus, Hot Hardware: Razer Blade Stealth, It Pro: Dell Latitude 11, Laptop Mag: Dell Inspiron 13 7000, Laptop Mag: Acer Switch Alpha 12, Digital Trends: Lenovo ThinkPad X1, Computer Shopper: Asus Republic of Gamers Strix GL502VT-DS74, Inside Handy: Stolzer Preis, bescheidenes Design, Laptop Mag: Huawei Matebook, Notebookinfo: Mit AMOLED und Press Touch, Digital Trends: Huawei Matebook, Allround-PC.com: Honor 5C, Netzwelt: Dual-SIM-Smartphone mit Wechsel-Akku , Netzwelt: Günstiger P9 Lite-Klon
Galaxy S7 clone from Elephone to be available for just 90 Euros
The colors may be new, but the design is all too familiar. The smartphone will use MediaTek SoCs to reach more affordable prices.
LG X5 and X Skin launch in South Korea
The two handsets come with modest specs (720p display resolution for 5-inch and 5.5-inch screens, up to 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage) while their prices start around $170 USD.
AT&T Samsung Galaxy S6 Active gets Android Marshmallow
Next to Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, this 1.4 GB update also comes with WiFi calling capabilities, the latest security patches, and more.
HP announces "Device as a Service" program for businesses
The program will launch globally and allow for businesses to pay monthly installments over multi-year periods to stay up to date on almost any HP product.
LG G5 sales are purportedly not meeting expectations
Sales of the G5 are now expected to reach 2.2 million by the end of Q2 2016 down from a previous estimation of 3 million.
BLU Energy XL Android phablet debuts priced at $299.99 USD
This 6-inch phablet has a generous 5000 mAh battery that also allows it to act as a power bank.
MSI GL62 6QF Notebook Review
Problems with the competition. The MSI GL62 is supposed to be an attractively priced entry-level gaming device. Customers get a quad-core processor and a decent Nvidia GPU for 1100 Euros (~$1218). The 15-inch notebook still has a hard time against the rivals due to some money-saving measures. We will find out if you should buy the device.
Intel Core i7-6700HQ, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Lenovo ThinkPad E560 (Core i3, HD) Notebook Review
Enduring worker. Our present model of the ThinkPad E560 is aimed at price-sensitive users. A bit over 500 Euros (~$553) has to be ponied up for the device. The buyer gets a Core i3 processor, long battery life, outstanding keyboard and two Windows operating systems in return.
Intel Core i3-6100U, HD Graphics 520, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Upcoming Xiaomi notebook could look a lot like the MacBook Pro
Leaked image reveals what is pretty much a MacBook Pro with the Xiaomi logo slapped on top. The first Xiaomi notebooks are expected to be announced within the coming months.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga with OLED panel now available
The configuration was originally announced with an April launch date, but is now finally available for about 2569 Euros.
Samsung Galaxy A8 gets Android Marshmallow
This handset launched back in August 2015 with Android 5.1.1 now gets the long-awaited Marshmallow update in India.
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