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The IdeaPad Duet 3 has an 11-inch display and a Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 SoC. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2022 | Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3 Chromebook launched as a laptop replacement with a 2K display

The IdeaPad Duet 3 is one of Lenovo's latest Chromebooks, which it equips with a Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 SoC. The IdeaPad Duet 3 comes with up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage too and will be available in May from €349.

Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 16:25

The MatePad Paper runs HarmonyOS 2 and offers up to 28 days of battery life. (Image source: Huawei)

MWC 2022 | Huawei MatePad Paper: 10.3-inch E Ink tablet launches with HarmonyOS 2, stylus support and nearly a month's battery life

Huawei has introduced the MatePad Paper, a compact tablet that offers excellent battery life and a high-resolution E Ink display. The MatePad Paper costs €499 in the Eurozone with a Huawei M Pencil and a Folio Case.

Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 12:41

The Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) in its two colourways. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2022 | Lenovo Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen): Budget Android tablet released with MediaTek Helio G80 or Snapdragon 680 4G chipsets

Lenovo has refreshed the Tab M10 Plus with a third-generation model. The Tab M10 Plus (3rd Gen) has a 1200p display, up to 6 GB of RAM, expandable storage and a 7,700 mAh battery. The Android 12 tablet will start at €249 and will ...

Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 09:00

The Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5i will launch with matching Folio Cases in two colours. (Image source: Lenovo)

MWC 2022 | Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 5i: Windows-based tablet launches as a Microsoft Surface Pro 8 competitor with a 2.5K display, 16 GB of RAM and up to an Intel Core i7-1255U processor

Lenovo has unveiled the IdeaPad Duet 5i, a 12.35-inch tablet that relies on Intel Alder Lake processors. The Windows-based tablet also has a 2.5K display, a detachable keyboard case and a 50 Wh battery, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2022 09:00

Xiaomi's next slim wireless charger. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi previews next-gen wireless charging accessories with magnetic upgrades and an air-cooled option

Xiaomi already sells some of the highest-end and powerful wireless chargers on the market. Now, it has announced that the next round of these accessories will rival Apple's MagSafe, with increased accuracy and speed. Its new "magn...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Feb 2022 19:03

A developer got Windows 11 running on the Xiaomi Pad 5 (image via ITHome)

Xiaomi Mi Pad 5 joins the list of Android devices that can run Windows 11

Images of a Xiaomi Pad 5 running Windows 11 have emerged online. Apart from a lack of GPU drivers, the operating system seems to be working fine. However, its performance has been slightly affected, as exhibited by its Geekbench s...

Anil Ganti, 27 Feb 2022 03:14

Unisoc is on the rise in the mobile SoC market. (Source: Unisoc)

Unisoc overtakes Samsung in the 2021 fourth-quarter smartphone processor market

The smartphone chipset market has ended 2021 with MediaTek still in the top spot, according to the latest Counterpoint Research report. However, Qualcomm experienced a resurgence to a narrow second place, followed by Apple - and U...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Feb 2022 23:06

The Lenovo Legion Y700 tablet and Legion Y90 smartphone are mainly aimed at gamers. (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo teases upcoming Legion Y700 tablet and Legion Y90 smartphone launches by posting full data sheets but without the prices

Lenovo has revealed the full specifications for the upcoming Legion Y700 tablet and the Legion Y90 smartphone. However, the Chinese OEM has managed to remain tight-lipped about the price tags. There is a lot of interest in the Leg...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Feb 2022 21:37

The OPPO Pad is powered by a Snapdragon 870. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO Pad: OPPO's new tablet joins the Mi Pad 5 Pro in the sub-premium echelons of the tablet market

OPPO has now launched its much-teased tablet, the OPPO Pad. The OPPO Pad makes its debut as a direct competitor to the Mi Pad 5 Pro in China, and slings a Snapdragon 870, 2.5K 120 Hz display, and a starting price tag that converts...

Ricci Rox, 25 Feb 2022 15:59

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 with 32 GB RAM and LTE module costs barely 280 Euros (~$317).

Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 - The new edition of the affordable mid-range tablet

Samsung collects affordable and well-equipped tablets in its Galaxy Tab A series. With the Galaxy Tab A8, this is now expanded by the newest model. The 10.5-inch tablet comes with Android 11, a Full-HD display in the 16:10 format,...

Manuel Masiero, 23 Feb 2022 03:25

The Realme Pad Mini should come in at an attractive price point for budget-conscious buyers. (Image source: Realme/Smartprix - edited)

Realme Pad Mini specs and renderings leak revealing entry-level 8.7-inch Android tablet with 8-core Unisoc Tiger T616 chipset

The Realme Pad Mini has turned up in a couple of promotional renderings along with its full key specifications. It appears the 8.7-inch Android slate will be aimed at the entry-level point of the tablet market, as it sports a Unis...

Daniel R Deakin, 22 Feb 2022 20:37

The Galaxy Tab S8 series. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung releases the Galaxy Tab S8, S8 Plus and S8 Ultra to the Indian market

Samsung has now launched its latest Galaxy Tab S8-series slates in India, its new and extra-large Ultra variant included. They have debuted in a limited range of RAM and storage options in their new market. On the other hand, pre-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Feb 2022 18:55

The OPPO Pad is set for launch. (Source: OPPO via Weibo)

The OPPO Pad finally stars in an official teaser, confirming its imminent launch and companion stylus

OPPO has been linked to the launch of its first ever tablet for some time. Now, the OEM has finally acknowledged the existence of this device, as well as its long-rumored name. The company has also revealed that it has developed a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Feb 2022 18:10

The Lenovo Legion Y700 actually has a silver-gray color scheme. (Image source: Yanshan pai - edited)

Optimistic Lenovo Legion Y700 price tag suggested by leaker as upcoming iPad Mini 6 rival's full specs and first review images emerge

The Lenovo Legion Y700 8.8-inch Android tablet has appeared in a multitude of review and unboxing images as the review embargo for the device is lifted in China. One tech blogger has shared the impressive full specs of the Legion ...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Feb 2022 08:10

The 8 Gen 1 lacks AV1 support. (Source: Qiualcomm)

Rumor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8-series chipsets will not support the AV1 codec until 2023

AV1 is an emerging video codec increasingly adopted by companies in the content-streaming and entertainment space. They range from Samsung to Broadcom - but not Qualcomm, an OEM that has failed to support this form of decoding eve...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Feb 2022 23:08

OPPO's new launch poster. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO hints it is bringing its first-gen Pad, a watch and more to MWC 2022

OPPO's latest Find X5 poster contains a launch date for the upcoming flagship series, and that's not all. It shows one of the smartphones in an arrangement of a number of other devices. One might be the OEM's first-gen tablet, whe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Feb 2022 23:48

The Lenovo Legion Y700 release date seems to be confirmed as February 28, 2022. (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

Lenovo Legion Y700 release date seemingly confirmed as company announces huge product launch event

The Lenovo Legion Y700 release date has seemingly been confirmed in new promotional material published by the Chinese OEM. An upcoming product launch event, which has been penciled in for February 28, is likely to feature not only...

Daniel R Deakin, 16 Feb 2022 21:22

The HiPad Pro has a high-resolution display and a mid-range smartphone SoC. (Image Chuwi)

Chuwi HiPad Pro arrives in Europe for €299 with an introductory bonus

Chuwi has started selling the revised HiPad Pro in Europe. The 2.5K tablet relies on a MediaTek Helio G95 SoC, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Also, it features Android 11 and an LTE modem. The 10.8-inch tablet is 6.9 mm thick,...

Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2022 17:43

Level up your Apple Silicon workflow on Mac with these amazing iPad apps. (Image Source: Apollo, Soor, ONE METEO/ Edited)

Top 3 iPad apps you will absolutely love on your Apple Silicon Mac

Congratulations on getting your new Apple Silicon Mac! Whether you are the kind of user that spends most of your time doomscrolling Reddit, jamming out to your favorite tunes, or constantly glancing at your local weather, these si...

Brahm Shank, 14 Feb 2022 00:47

Most versions of the Galaxy Tab S8 become unavailable to pre-order through Samsung in the US

The freshly-launched Galaxy Tab S8 series has proven so popular that two-thirds of its variants have "sold out" on Samsung.com in the US. Well, not exactly: the OEM has announced that it is "pausing" their pre-order event while it...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Feb 2022 23:01

The Lenovo Legion Y700 will be one of the smallest Android tablets when it launches later this month. (Image source: Weibo)

Lenovo Legion Y700 official trailer lands ahead of February 28 expected launch

Lenovo has published an official trailer for the Legion Y700, its Snapdragon 870-powered Android tablet. The video confirms a few more aspects about the tablet, which is believed to be arriving later this month.

Alex Alderson, 12 Feb 2022 02:46

The 8 Gen 1 might get outdated soon. (Source: Qualcomm)

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus may be here quicker than expected

Flagship smartphones powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC are only now beginning to emerge in earnest. However, its maker Qualcomm seems intent on throwing a spanner in these works, should word of an upcoming refresh calle...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Feb 2022 21:59

The Galaxy Tab S8 in its Book Cover Keyboard case. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms Android 12L update for the Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+ and Tab S8 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+ and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra already offer various software optimisations to make use of their large displays. However, Samsung has now confirmed that Android 12L is planned for the three table...

Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2022 23:58

Some users are irriated by the unfixed jelly scrolling issue of the long-awaited 2021 iPad mini 6 (Image: Apple)

Apple faces class action lawsuit over the jelly scrolling issue on the iPad mini 6

The plaintiff accuses Apple of fraudulent marketing because it continues to sell the 2021 iPad mini 6 without fixing the jelly scrolling issue or disclosing it in its marketing materials.

Enrico Frahn, 10 Feb 2022 20:47

Make your iPad last longer than ever before with these helpful tips! (Image Source: Unsplash)

4 ways you can maximize battery life on your iPad

Whether you are trying to squeeze in the last few minutes of an in-flight movie, or struggling to meet that presentation deadline on time, we could all use a little more battery life on our iPad. Follow the tips on this list to sq...

Brahm Shank, 10 Feb 2022 20:13

EXCITRUS PD100W power bank with 100 W charging and 20800 mAh capacity (Source: EXCTIRUS)

EXCITRUS launches the MagSafe-compatible PD100W power bank

Described as "the ultimate travel and work companion" and less than 500 grams (1.06 pounds) in weight, the EXCITRUS PD100W power bank has a 20,800 mAh Li-ion battery inside and the ability to charge up to four devices simultaneous...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2022 17:20

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the company's largest tablet since the 2016 Galaxy View. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra now official with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, Wi-Fi 6E, 11,200 mAh battery, and more starting from €1,149

At its Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event today, Samsung officially unveiled the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra — the largest Galaxy tablet in recent memory after the Galaxy View, with a 14.6-inch 120 Hz WQXGA+ AMOLED display. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultr...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Feb 2022 16:00

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 and Tab S8+ are now official. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 and Tab S8+ feature Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 12 MP front camera, and enhanced interop with other Galaxy devices but ditch the charger

Samsung, today, unveiled the Galaxy Tab S8 and Galaxy Tab S8+ during its Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event. Samsung is offering upgrades to its tablet range after a year-long gap following the Tab S7 Series in 2020. The new Galaxy Tab S8...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Feb 2022 16:00

The Lenovo Legion Y700 Android gaming tablet will come with a Snapdragon 870 chipset. (Image source: Lenovo - edited)

New Lenovo Legion Y700 power details surface but the compact gaming tablet's release date and price remain hidden

Lenovo has shared some new details about its upcoming compact gaming tablet, the Legion Y700. The Chinese OEM has revealed the battery capacity and fast-charging support specifications for the 8.8-inch slate, and there has also be...

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Feb 2022 20:56

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra will be close to the size of the Surface Book 15". (Image source: Demonix Leaks)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra looks like an oversized Surface Pro in early hands-on video

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra arrives on February 9, Samsung's next premier tablet. Plenty is already known about the 14.6-inch tablet ahead of tomorrow's Galaxy Unpacked event, including that it will feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC. H...

Alex Alderson, 08 Feb 2022 18:34

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is already on display at one electronics store. (Image source: Naver Blog via @Kuma_Sleepy)

First Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra hands-on image shows the extent of the huge tablet's notch and how thin its bezels actually are

Samsung's super-sized tablet is just two days away from being unveiled, but a hands-on image has already surfaced online. While the tablet has a 14.6-inch display, its notch remains recognisable. The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra appears to...

Alex Alderson, 07 Feb 2022 13:34

Part of the new calculator's UI. (Source: Google)

Google's new Calculator for Chrome OS is being touted as ideal for iPads as well

Google has introduced a new calculator app intended for devices such as Chromebooks. However, because it is web-based, it can also be used on iPads and so on. This means the Mountain View giant has beaten Apple to making this ofte...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Feb 2022 22:34

Best Buy has an attractive iPad Air 4 deal for Apple fans hunting for a tablet bargain. (Image source: Apple - edited)

Deal | Speedy Apple iPad Air 4 gets nifty US$100 price cut across all configurations and colors on Best Buy

The excellent Apple iPad Air 4 is currently on offer at Best Buy with US$100 slashed off all configurations and colors of the superlative slate. The 4th generation tablet computer was released in late 2020 and came with Touch ID l...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Feb 2022 21:29

The Pixel Tab, as imagined by LetsGoDigital and Snoreyn. (Image source: LetsGoDigital)

Google Pixel tablet to rely on Android 12L with optimisations for large displays

Google is gearing to release Android 12L, the next version of Android intended for tablets. Based on various leaks, it seems likely that one of the first devices to showcase Android 12L will be the so-called Pixel Tab, which was i...

Alex Alderson, 04 Feb 2022 13:32

The JingPad A1 has an 11-inch AMOLED display with a 2,368 x 1,728-pixel native resolution. (Image source Jingling)

Jingling reduces the JingPad A1 tablet by 45% following bootloader unlock and Android ROM source code publication

The JingPad A1 is available for a hefty discount, with the tablet starting at US$384.45 for a short time. Jingling has also published Android ROM source code for the 11-inch tablet and now allows people to unlock the JingPad A1's ...

Alex Alderson, 03 Feb 2022 17:25

The next iPhone SE could launch in India with three memory configurations. (Image source: AB)

Apple rumoured to be testing a new budget iPad, iPhone SE 5G and iPad Air 5 in India ahead of spring launches

Reportedly, Apple is preparing to release a new cheaper iPad in India, along with the iPhone SE 5G and iPad Air 5. The trio have already been certified for release in Europe too and could debut at Apple's spring event.

Alex Alderson, 02 Feb 2022 13:05

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra with its Book Cover Keyboard case and S Pen. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Leaked promotional materials for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+ and Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra confirm specifications, battery capacities and more

Another extensive leak of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series has landed, showcasing the three tablets once again. The latest leak, provided by Evan Blass, confirms what accessories Samsung will include with the trio, along with thei...

Alex Alderson, 02 Feb 2022 12:12

HBO Max is coming to more regions soon. (Source: Warner Media)

HBO Max expands into 15 new European markets

Warner Media has announced that its streaming service HBO Max is to launch in 15 new markets in early 2022. The countries in question are all located in continental Europe, which may stand ready to access movies such as the new Du...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Feb 2022 22:47

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra with its Book Cover Keyboard case and S Pen. (Image source: @TechInsiderBlog)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 prices, memory configurations and connectivity options leak, as do full specification sheets and Book Cover Keyboard case renders

We are only a week away from Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event, where the company is tipped to announce the Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+ and the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra, among other devices. In the meantime, two leakers have revea...

Alex Alderson, 01 Feb 2022 15:37

iPad Pro pictured with Magic Keyboard (Image Source: Unsplash)

4 gamechanging keyboard shortcuts that every iPad user should know

Ready to level up your iPad workflow? These indispensable keyboard shortcuts will have you navigating iPadOS like a true whiz in no time. We are sharing handy key combos that will have you asking “What’s a computer?” all over agai...

Brahm Shank, 31 Jan 2022 18:49

The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the largest Galaxy Tab to date. (Image source @dohyun854)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series leaked presentation slides and promotional video reveal pen and camera improvements for upcoming flagship tablets

Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event has leaked, with yet more details revealed about the Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8 Plus and the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. The trio will arrive on February 9 alongside the Galaxy S22 series, consisting of ...

Alex Alderson, 30 Jan 2022 00:12

The Smile X has a 1200p and 10.1-inch display. (Image source: Alldocube)

Alldocube Smile X: Budget tablet launched for US$149.99 with a 1200p display, Android 11 and expandable storage

The Alldocube Smile X is an affordable tablet with a 10.1-inch and 1200p display. The tablet also has 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage and a microSD card reader, plus Android 11. The Alldocube Smile X retails for US$149.99 and is ord...

Alex Alderson, 29 Jan 2022 23:52

The Lenovo Tab P12 Pro gets a new Android 12L beta

Android 12L will be the latest OS custom-designed for tablets from Google on its launch. Despite this, its latest beta version for Lenovo's high-end Tab P12 Pro is not rated for many new features. It has an upgraded security patch...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jan 2022 19:07

A potentially crucial part of the Legion Y700. (Source: Lenovo via Weibo)

Legion Y700: Lenovo shows the upcoming gaming tablet's thermal management system off ahead of its launch

Lenovo has hyped its upcoming Legion-brand Android tablet through a potentially important aspect of its design: its cooling solution. The OEM has reassured its fans that the Y700 will be well-covered in this area, devoting much mo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jan 2022 16:28

2015's Google Pixel C was the company's last stab at an Android tablet (Image source: Google)

Google job listing hints that Mountain View could be returning to the tablet business with a potential Pixel C successor to take on future iPads

After going on an Android tablet hiatus since 2015's Pixel C, Google appears keen to return to the tablet space, at least according to a recent job listing for the Senior Engineering Manager role. The listing is for Google's Andro...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 29 Jan 2022 02:30

Austrian Audio PG16 gaming headset (Source: Austrian Audio)

Austrian Audio launches the PG16, its first gaming headset

Compatible with a wide range of devices, the TeamSpeak-certified Austrian Audio PG16 gaming headset features 44 mm high-excursion drivers, a lift-to-mute omnidirectional microphone, easily replaceable earcups, metal hinges, as wel...

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2022 18:28

The Kompanio series gets a new variant. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek unveils the Kompanio 1380, a new platform for tablets and Chromebooks

MediaTek has announced a new addition to its line of chipsets specifically intended for Chromebook laptops and tablets. The Kompanio 1380 is a chipset rated for speeds of up to 3GHz thanks to the presence of high-end ARM cores. It...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jan 2022 19:01

The Realme Pad debuted in September. (Source: Realme)

Realme Pad now confirmed to receive Android 12 after all but it's still not all rosy

Weeks ago, Realme indicated that it would not send out the Android 12 update to its four-month-old tablet, the Realme Pad. It appears that the bad press from that choice has helped change Realme's stance on the matter, although th...

Ricci Rox, 26 Jan 2022 10:37

Next month's Galaxy Unpacked event will be to an 'epic standard', according to Samsung. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked: 'The Epic Standard' promotional material leaks, as do complete Galaxy Tab S8 renders

Evan Blass has revealed more promotional materials for the Galaxy Tab S8 series and next month's Galaxy Unpacked event. Scheduled for February 9, the event will reveal 'The Epic Standard', likely just the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy Tab...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jan 2022 13:51

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