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Mar 2, 2016
Eurocom launches Sky X9E VR ready "desktop laptop"
This ultimate machine for gaming and workstation tasks comes with unlocked Skylake processors, up to 64 GB RAM and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 (SLI option also available), as well as a 4K display option.
Motorola Moto G (2nd gen) gets Android Marshmallow
This budget smartphone that launched back in 2014 loaded with KitKat now gets its software up to date by receiving Android Marshmallow-based firmware.
Surface Pro 4 Type Cover with fingerprint sensor coming March 15
The new Type Cover will cost $180 and be compatible with both the Surface Pro 4 and Surface Pro 3.
Mar 1, 2016
Vivo Xplay 5 is now official
The main highlights of this new handset are the dual-edge display and the impressive amount of memory offered by its high-end variant - 6 GB.
iPad Pro 9.7 might feature a 4K video-capable 12 MP camera
The tablet that was expected to be iPad Air 3 will be a new Pro slate, namely iPad Pro 9.7, one of its most interesting specs being the 4K video-capable camera on the back.
Acer refreshes Aspire R13 Convertible with Skylake and USB 3.1 Type-C
The 13-inch convertible will have RAID 0 options alongside Skylake i5-6200U and i7-6500U CPU choices.
Samsung Galaxy TabPro S detachable now available
The 12-inch 2-in-1 convertible starts with a Core m3-6Y30 CPU, 4 GB RAM, 128 GB SSD, and a 2160 x 1440 resolution display for less than 1000 Euros.
Fitbit Blaze now available for purchase
This fitness tracker that was unveiled back at CES is now shipping as previously announced, and those interested can purchase it for $199 USD.
Feb 29, 2016
Multiple Chinese handsets with dual-edge display coming this year
While it is rumored that Vivo, Xiaomi and Huawei will launch handsets with Samsung's dual-edge display later this year, Vivo already teased the Xplay 5 smartphone with such a screen.
Teclast launches four Tbook 2-in-1 tablets
All the four new convertibles use Intel Atom processors, have display sizes between 10.1 and 12.2 inches, and run Windows 10 (one is also dual boot).
Huawei P9 spotted online again
The images leaked this week show a fingerprint reader, confirming the dual camera setup spotted in earlier photos as well.
Sony CEO sees a stagnating smartphone market
The lack of innovation and increasing number of poor performers in the sector are cited as key downfalls in the smartphone world.
Huawei Watch receives Android 6.0 Marshmallow update
The update adds gesture functionality, better music controls, and improved Google Now usability.
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro shows up in the AnTuTU database
This new leak confirms some specs already mentioned by earlier rumors, including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 SoC, 4 GB RAM, and the full HD display.
24K Gold Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge already up for pre-order
UK-based Truly Exquisite already has the custom 24K gold Galaxy S7 flagships up for pre-order starting at more than $2,300 USD.
Samsung Gear S2 gets ceramic bracelet option
The new option is only available in France for now, but other markets should join it soon.
New images of upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab A leak online
Evan Blass released new images of this cheap Android tablet that is expected to come out soon and will apparently retail in the US as Galaxy Tab E 7.0.
Samsung is now fourth largest smartphone processor maker in the world
With around 50 million Exynos chips shipped last year, Samsung follows Qualcomm, Apple, and MediaTek, who are the world's top three smartphone processor makers.
T-Mobile shipping first Galaxy S7 units already
Customers who pre-ordered the new flagships will get their units before they hit the stores, as shipments begin today.
Feb 28, 2016
Xiaomi Mi 5 is ready for the 4G networks in the US
Since no less than 18 LTE bands have been confirmed, this handset should be compatible with all major 4G LTE networks in the US.
Microsoft adds camera, pinning, ink jotting to Office 365 on mobile devices
This month's update focuses on mobile platforms, bringing Box integration on iOS and multiple features for Windows-powered handsets.
Samsung Electronics grabs 38 iF Design awards
Next to its washing machines and other appliances, Samsung received awards for products like the Gear S2 smartwatch, Galaxy S6 & Galaxy S6 Edge handsets, and the Galaxy Note5.
Feb 27, 2016
MWC 2016 | The top 10 talked about brands of this year's Mobile World Congress
More than 400,000 Tweets were analyzed and ranked to identify the hottest topics of MWC 2016.
Apple to launch a new iPad Pro next month
The 12.9-inch iPad Pro currently on the market will get a 9.7-inch sibling on March 21st, while iPad Air 3 will show up at a later date.
HTC One M9 successor will have a powerful camera
HTC CFO Cialin Chang shows excitement over the company's "compelling" camera features on the One M9 flagship successor.
Toshiba cancels WearVue smart glasses
This smart accessory was announced six weeks ago and shipments were expected to begin next week.
Asus handsets will get Marshmallow in Q2
While most other phone makers already updated at least a few handsets to Marshmallow, owners of Asus smartphones will have to wait until June-July to get Android 6.0.
OnePlus fixes OnePlus Camera image corruption issue
During the last month, more OnePlus X owners reported image corruption problems and now this handset gets a patch that fixes the issue.
Samsung rolls out Samsung rolls out February security update for its flagships
As promised, Samsung updates its entire lineup of flagship handsets with this month's Android security update.
MWC 2016 | ZOPO Speed 8 is world's first deca-core Android handset
This 5.5-inch handset uses the MediaTek Helio X20 SoC, features 4 GB of memory, comes loaded with Android 6.0 Marshmallow, and is powered by a 3600 mAh battery.
MWC 2016 | LG Watch Urbane 2 returns later this year
Back in November 2015, LG suddenly cancelled its latest smartwatch, but it looks like the problems will be a thing of the past soon and the Watch Urbane 2 will get back in the second part of 2016,
Feb 26, 2016
Scout Android launcher shuts down
Although it was always well received by its users and has plenty of them, this contextual launcher for Android will be soon shutting down.
Intel Atom x7-powered Onda oBook12 coming next month
This Cherry Trail-powered 12.2-inch Windows 10 convertible features a rotating screen, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage, has a fanless design and promises up to 6 hours of autonomy.
Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro spotted at Bluetooth SIG
This handset is now apparently close to launch, since it got its Bluetooth certification and was also spotted in the GFXBench database.
MWC 2016 | CheetahPhone is now official
This new handset is made by Cubot and features a 5.5-inch full HD display, 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage, comes loaded with Android Marshmallow, and will go on sale next month for roughly $220 USD.
MWC 2016 | General Mobile unveils GM 5 Plus smartphone
Although this handset has mid-range specs, the GM 5 Plus is apparently the most powerful Android One smartphone to date.
Microsoft kills Project Astoria
Many were excited by the idea of having Android apps ported to Windows 10 Mobile, but Microsoft has unfortunately decided to kill this initiative.
Xiaomi Mi 5 has better image stabilization than Apple's iPhone 6S flagships
The new Chinese flagship has left behind its Apple-made counterparts in a 4-axis OIS shake it off challenge, showing amazing photo capabilities.
Wearables market up 172 percent thanks to fitness trackers and the Apple Watch
The global wearables market saw a significant upswing to more than 78 million units shipped as of 2015.
Feb 25, 2016
Microsoft buys Xamarin
This new acquisition aims to help Microsoft improve its developer tools and services, offering deeper integration and seamless mobile app dev experiences.
Huawei and Leica team up to improve smartphone photography
Since the long-rumored P9 did not show up at MWC 2016, this agreement might have the main goal of ensuring that Huawei's next-gen flagship becomes the best choice for mobile photography enthusiasts.
OnePlus 3 coming this summer
Company founder Carl Pei unveiled that OnePlus' next-gen flagship killer will feature a new design and is expected to launch by the end of July.
Samsung intros 256 GB UFS 2.0 embedded memory
The world’s first 256 GB UFS 2.0 embedded memory chip for next-gen high-end smartphones has just entered mass production, only one year after its 128 GB predecessor.
MWC 2016 | Jolla Aqua Fish Sailfish OS smartphone coming in April
Although the Sailfish-powered tablet is dead and its stint in the hardware business is over, Jolla will soon bounce back with a new smartphone powered by its Linux-based mobile operating system.
MWC 2016 | Gionee debuts S8 smartphone
The company has just changed its logo and this handset targets those into mobile photography and videography, using a dedicated video recording chip and sensitive microphones.
Feb 24, 2016
Maingear announces 17.3-inch Nomad VR gaming notebook
The Maingear Nomad series gets refreshed with desktop Skylake and GTX 980 graphics in preparation for VR.
BlackBerry buys Encription
Not long after this acquisition, the company formerly known as RIM plans to build a unit around consulting.
MWC 2016 | Xiaomi Mi 5 now official
This handset comes in three variants, all powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor, with the high-end one featuring 4 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage and a ceramic back.
Fitbit still leads the wearable market
Although they shipped almost twice the amount of wearables compared to the previous year, Fitbit might lose the crown to Xiaomi, whose shipments grew by nearly 10 times during the same period.
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