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Sprint-exclusive HTC Bolt Android smartphone gets free headphone adapter

HTC Bolt buyers can get a free headphone adapter

Owners of this Sprint-exclusive handsets can get a free headphone adapter, since it was not included in the retail box so far. Even more, future HTC Bolt batches will come with the USB Type-C to 3.5 mm jack adapter in the box.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2016 20:15
Samsung Chromebook Pro Chrome OS notebook, Lenovo to buy Samsung PC business

Samsung might sell its PC business to Lenovo

Not long after selling its printer business to HP for about $1 billion, it looks like Samsung is now in talks with Lenovo, a giant apparently interested in acquiring its PC business.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2016 18:55
Samsung Gear S3 Classic smartwatch gets new software November 2016

Samsung Gear Fit 2 and Gear S3 get minor software updates

The new software for Samsung's smart wearables only brings minor changes but succeeds in improving the user's experience. The list of new features includes auto pause and indoor set exercises support (Gear Fit 2), as well as speedometer support for the Gear S3 (not confirmed yet).
Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2016 15:20
Microsoft Solitaire Collection now for iOS and Android devices

Microsoft Solitaire Collection hits Android and iOS

Spider, Freecell, Klondike, Pyramid and Tripeaks Solitaire are now available via both Apple's App Store and Google's Play Store.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2016 11:50
Huawei Honor 8 Android smartphone gets Nougat Beta

Huawei Honor 8 gets Android Nougat Beta

Not long after the new Android version for the Huawei Mate 8 surfaced online, the Honor 8 owners who are part of the Nougat beta program receive the new firmware that integrates EMUI 5.0.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Nov 2016 10:51
Google Play Services got updated dropping support for Android Gingerbread and Honeycomb

Android Gingerbread and Honeycomb to lose Google Play Services support

With the update to version 10.2.0, Google Play Services will get minimum API level 14, so it will require at least Android 4.0.1 Ice Cream Sandwich. Unfortunately, this means Gingerbread and Honeycomb will no longer be supported, but this is expected to happen in early 2017.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Nov 2016 16:05
HP Announces new HP EliteBook 705 G4 series of notebooks

HP Announces new HP EliteBook 705 G4 series of notebooks

The business oriented laptops are powered by AMD's 7th generation PRO APUs.
Sam Medley, 22 Nov 2016 19:59
ZTE Axon 7 premium Android smartphone with 6 GB RAM debuts in the US

ZTE Axon 7 with 6 GB RAM hits the US

This limited edition ZTE Axon 7 model features 6 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage, and Force Touch. The other specs are identical to those of the regular Axon 7 - Snapdragon 820, 20 MP main camera, 5.5-inch AMOLED display.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Nov 2016 18:55
OnePlus 3 Android flagship killer to get updates as long as OnePlus 3T

OnePlus 3 to get updated as long as OnePlus 3T

Although OnePlus 3T arrived six months after the original OnePlus 3, both handsets will get the same end of the update life cycle. This way, OnePlus 3 owners will not be left behind those using the more recent 3T handset.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Nov 2016 16:05
LG G5 Android flagship gets Android Nougat update on Sprint

LG G5 on Sprint gets Android Nougat

Not long after the unlocked variant received the update, Sprint unleashes Android Nougat for the LG G5 flagships on its network. The update has 1,275 MB in size and incorporates the November security update, as well as LG’s built-in DPI changer.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Nov 2016 14:35
Qwiklabs online learning platform joins Google Cloud

Google Cloud acquires Qwiklabs

This startup founded in 2012 that offers lab-learning environments joins Google to enhance user training across all products on Google Cloud, including Google Cloud Platform and G Suite.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Nov 2016 12:25
Chase Pay mobile payments system launches in the US November 2016

Chase Pay launches in the US

This new mobile payments service and the companion Android app only work in Starbucks and Best Buy retail locations in the US for now, but Chase Pay has plans to reach other retailers in the future, including Walmart, Shell gas stations, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Nov 2016 10:55
The Airport Extreme has been one of Apple's most popular routers. (Source: Apple)

Apple rumored to stop producing wireless routers

Users of Apple's WiFi routers hoping for a refresh may be out of luck.
Sam Medley, 21 Nov 2016 23:39
Samsung Galaxy S7 lineup not having battery problems

Samsung says the Galaxy S7 lineup is safe

A few incidents involving Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge handset made Samsung step forward with a statement that reassures its customers this lineup of handsets is not affected by the same battery issues that plagued the ill-fated Galaxy Note 7.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2016 15:55
TAG Heuer Connected luxury smartwatch, Intel does not leave the wearables market

Intel lays off most staff, but keeps the wearables business

Not long after insiders familiar with the matter unveiled that Intel is laying off a large number of its New Devices Group employees, the IT giant issued a statement that highlights the company "is in no way stepping back from the wearables business."
Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2016 14:40
Sony Xperia Ear wireless earbuds coming to the US December 13 2016

Sony Xperia Ear coming to the US next month

Although the waterproof Xperia Ear wireless earbuds are already available in European stores, those interested in this accessory who are located in the US should wait a few weeks. The US market is scheduled to get this product on December 13.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2016 10:55
Symantec acquires LifeLock for over $2 billion

Symantec acquires LifeLock

This corporate purchase is worth $2.3 billion and, according to the two companies involved, its target is "to form world’s largest digital safety platform for consumers and families."
Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2016 09:45
Intel Coffee Lake: Hexacore Notebook CPUs available in 2018

Intel Coffee Lake: Hexacore Notebook CPUs available in 2018

For Intel, the step from Single-Core CPUs to Dual-Core based chips was a major step forward in the mainstream area, which also coincided with the end of Netburst. For 2018, Intel plans another big step: The first Hexacore CPUs for laptops.
Benjamin Herzig, 21 Nov 2016 01:01
The grey bar at the top of an iPhone 6 (Plus) indicates a problem with the touch controllers.

iFixit criticizes Apple's iPhone 6 Plus multi-touch repair program

Apple started their worldwide repair program for iPhone 6 Plus users who suffer from the dreaded Touch disease but iFixit calls it too little, too late and states that Apple is not acknowledging issues with the structural stability of the case.
Alexander Fagot, 20 Nov 2016 22:16
$299 for the Apple Book, a catalog of past and present Apple designs inspired comedy and ironic tweets.

The $299 Apple Book: The #AppleBook-Community makes fun of it

Apple released a catalog of past and present Apple product designs, called it Apple Book and sells it for $299. Inspiration for ironic or sarcastic comments on Twitter and for Stephen Colbert to do a short parody for the Late Show.
Alexander Fagot, 20 Nov 2016 20:50
Fujitsu unveils new U series notebooks with Kaby Lake

Fujitsu unveils new U series notebooks with Kaby Lake

The new lightweight Lifebook U7x7 series spans 12.5-inch to 15.6-inch screen sizes designed for mobility without sacrificing full-size ports.
Allen Ngo, 20 Nov 2016 08:09
Dell Latitude 14 Rugged 5414 Notebook Review

88% Dell Latitude 14 Rugged 5414 Notebook Review

Robust. This robust 14-inch laptop from Dell will thrive in harsh conditions. The very bright IPS screen and the whopping 97 Wh battery ensure that this laptop is ready for wherever your work takes you.
Intel Core i5-6300U, AMD Radeon R7 M360, 14", 3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 20 Nov 2016 01:34
The Light Phone is about as simple as a mobile phone can get. (Source: Light)

Light Phone will begin shipping November 30th

After major delays, the crowd funded "anti-smartphone" will finally begin shipping to initial backers at the end of the month.
Sam Medley, 18 Nov 2016 21:52
OnePlus 2 Android smartphone gets CyanogenMod 14.1

CyanogenMod 14.1 hits more devices

This very popular, free community-driven distribution of Android is now compatible with nine additional handsets, including the OnePlus One flagship killer, Nexus 6, Moto G 2015, and OnePlus Two.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Nov 2016 19:45
iPhone assembly lines may soon become a rarity in Asia. (Photo Source: Cult Of Mac)

iPhone manufacturing might be moved to USA

"iPhone: Made in the USA?" Apple may ask iPhone manufacturers to move production to the United States in the future.
Sam Medley, 18 Nov 2016 17:04
Sony Xperia Ear wireless earbuds with personal assistant features now available

Sony Xperia Ear hits the stores

The waterproof Xperia Ear wireless earbuds are finally available in stores. This accessory can recognize voice commands and head movements, also acting as a useful personal assistant.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Nov 2016 12:45
HTC 10 Android flagship to get Nougat update soon

Android 7.0 Nougat coming soon to HTC 10 handsets

HTC has recently introduced the Bolt, also known as HTC 10 Evo, a handset loaded with Android Nougat that is closely related to the HTC 10 flagship. Now, it looks like the Nougat update is ready for the HTC 10.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Nov 2016 11:55
Eurocom: Twitter poll for Black Friday Super Special

Eurocom: Twitter poll for Black Friday Super Special

Black Friday ahead: Eurocom launches a Twitter only Black Friday Super Special where fans can vote for the system they would like to be discounted on Black Friday.
Ronald Matta, 18 Nov 2016 09:31
OnePlus 3 Android smartphone sales now over in Europe and the US

OnePlus 3 sales stopped in the US and Europe

Less than six months after its introduction, the OnePlus 3 flagship is taken out of the US and European markets, leaving room for the OnePlus 3T. Unfortunately, its successor is also more expensive.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Nov 2016 19:30
Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 835 is built on Samsung's 10 nm process and brings some solid improvements. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 835 processor built on Samsung's 10 nm process

The new SoC is the first to be built on Samsung's new, smaller 10 nm FinFET process. This chip should bring faster performance and better energy efficiency.
Sam Medley, 17 Nov 2016 18:22
IntraFace app by FacioMetrics, Facebook acquires FacioMetrics

Facebook acquires FacioMetrics

Thanks to this acquisition, Facebook might soon be able to build facial gesture controls for its app. Right now, Facebook’s Oculus division is already working on using emotions and gestures to change avatars via "VR emoji."
Codrut Nistor, 17 Nov 2016 16:45
Huawei Mate 8 Android phablet to get Android Nougat update soon

Nougat update coming soon to Huawei Mate 8

Although this update is not official yet, someone found it and unleashed it online on the XDA Developers forums. Since this is an unofficial release, it may come with some bugs and it is not suitable for everyone yet.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Nov 2016 14:35
Global notebook shipments to drop 4% in 2016

Global notebook shipments to drop 4% in 2016

Global notebook shipments for 2016 is estimated to decline by 4% compared with the prior year to around 157.9 million units, reports global research firm TrendForce. Laptop shipments will continue to fall next year.
Ronald Matta, 17 Nov 2016 10:57
Samsung hopes to capitalize on messaging tech with its new acquisition. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung acquires NewNet Communication Technologies

The acquisition aims to improve and standardize Samsung's messaging platform and enhance the messaging experience for its customers.
Sam Medley, 16 Nov 2016 23:41
Apple could get into Augmented Reality using smart glasses (Image: Forbes)

Apple: Augmented Reality iPhone extension using smart glasses?

Apple could get into Augmented Reality extensions for their iPhone as early as 2018, reports suggest. Apparently the Cupertino company has ordered near-eye-displays for early experiments with smart glasses.
Alexander Fagot, 16 Nov 2016 22:03
Samsung desktop PC with Harman/Kardon audio, Samsung buys Harman

Samsung acquires Harman

The deal is valued at $8 billion ($112 USD per share in cash) and, once it closes, it enables Samsung to have a significant presence in the automotive electronics market, also giving the South Korean giant access to various audio technologies.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Nov 2016 19:10
Google Play Music relaunch November 2016 with

Google Play Music relaunches

The music streaming service by Google now relies on machine learning to create and curate playlists, also adding offline playing capabilities. Google Play Music also gets an overhauled home screen.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Nov 2016 15:03
Blue Coral Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge hits T-Mobile mid-November 2016

Blue Coral Galaxy S7 Edge coming to T-Mobile this Friday

Right now, AT&T is the only carrier taking pre-orders for the Blue Coral Galaxy S7 Edge. However, a recent leak reveals that T-Mobile will add the new color option to its portfolio on November 18.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Nov 2016 14:15
Apple iPhone 7 und iPhone 7 Plus boost iOS Share in US

Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus boost iOS Share in US

The latest smartphone OS sales data from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech shows a solid 5.2% percentage point US market share increase for iOS during the third quarter of 2016. Best-selling smartphones in the US: iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus.
Ronald Matta, 15 Nov 2016 10:03
Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Blue Coral Android flagship, Samsung's US sales expected to decline

Samsung handset sales in the US might decline

Since it is widely believed that the next US government will increase the tariff on technology products, including smartphones, the future looks grim for Samsung. However, protectionist initiatives would hit LG and other companies as well.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Nov 2016 16:15
Chinese manufacturers keeping smartphone market competitive

Chinese manufacturers keeping smartphone market competitive

While Apple and Samsung collectively control almost one-third of the worldwide smartphone market, competing manufacturers like Huawei, Vivo, and Oppo are still on the rise and inching closer to grabbing a larger share of the pie.
Allen Ngo, 12 Nov 2016 21:50
Affinity Photo, a powerful photo editing tool and alternative to Photoshop, is now available for Windows. (Source: Affinity Photo)

Serif's Affinity Photo app now available for Windows as a beta

Serif's Affinity Photo, named by Apple as the best app for Macs in 2015, was recently made available as a beta for Windows. Could this move encourage creatives to leave Photoshop behind for a cheaper alternative?
Sam Medley, 12 Nov 2016 05:21
Huawei P9 Android flagship - over 9 million units shipped so far

Huawei has sold 9 million P9 flagships

Since its release back in April, this flagship managed to ship 9 million units, mainly in its home market and in Europe. Huawei announced breaking the 6 million P9 units sold back in September.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Nov 2016 21:35
LG V20 Android flagship gets the 2017 CES Innovation Award in the wireless handsets category

CES 2017 | LG gets 21 CES 2017 Innovation Awards

The tech giant has earned awards in no less than 11 highly competitive categories, including wireless handsets, headphones, video displays, portable media players, and computer peripherals.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Nov 2016 15:15
OnePlus 3 Android smartphone gets Nougat beta later this month

OnePlus 3 Nougat beta coming this month

While the first community beta is expected to arrive by the end of this month, an OTA update for all OnePlus 3 handsets is also said to launch by the end of the year. However, delays might still occur.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Nov 2016 13:03
Individual chargers for Apple's new Macbook Pro notebooks don't include the cable required to charge the device. (Source: Apple)

Individual Macbook Pro chargers don't come with a USB-C cable

Macbook Pro users hoping to buy additional chargers for their new device will have to provide their own USB Type-C cables.
Sam Medley, 10 Nov 2016 22:03
Samsung Pay early access goes live in Canada

Samsung Pay early access now live in Canada

Although this service is not officially available yet, Samsung Pay is now available in advance of its formal announcement, but only CIBC customers can use it for the time being.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2016 19:45
Acer TravelMate P249-M-3895 (Core i3) Notebook Review

80% Acer TravelMate P249-M-3895 (Core i3) Notebook Review

Cheap business laptop. Acer offers the TravelMate P249-M for 550 Euros (~$600). This 14-inch notebook is quiet, packs good battery life and it has a three-year warranty. In addition, this TravelMate has keyboard lighting and a free M.2 slot.
Intel Core i3-6100U, HD Graphics 520, 14", 2.1 kg
Sascha Mölck, 09 Nov 2016 17:12
CyanogenMod 14.1 based in Android 7.1 Nougat nightly build now available

CyanogenMod 14.1 rolls out

Not long after hearing that development of 14.0 has been dropped and the next CyanogenMod version would be the Android 7.1 Nougat-based 14.1, the first nightly build becomes available for download.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Nov 2016 13:25
Asus Zenbook UX330UA Notebook Review

85% Asus Zenbook UX330UA Notebook Review

Elegant long-runner. The new Zenbook by Asus inherits the best qualities of the series, such as a superb casing and low weight. Apart from the somewhat mediocre input devices, it does not present many shortcomings especially not in the fantastic battery runtimes.
Intel Core i7-6500U, HD Graphics 520, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Sven Kloevekorn, 08 Nov 2016 07:09
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