BlackBerry may leave the handset market in 2017
The company's CEO said they will leave the handset market if their device business does not become profitable in 2016.
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Oct 9, 2015
Qualcomm announces Snapdragon X12, X7, and X5 LTE modems for Windows 10 devices
Qualcomm Snapdragon SoCs are found mostly on Android devices, but the family is now coming to more Windows 10 notebooks, tablets, and convertibles.
Sony acquires SoftKinetic Systems for 3D image sensors
The news comes just a day after announcing spin-offs of some of the company's largest divisions.
MSI WS60 and WT72 workstations now available with Skylake and Xeon CPUs
The latest MSI gaming upgrades are trickling down to the manufacturer's growing workstation lineup.
Dell announces XPS 13 and XPS 15 with "InfinityEdge" and new XPS 12 2-in-1
Dell will launch its updated XPS 13 and XPS 15 with Intel Skylake processors in October 2015. The XPS 15 comes with a new 4K Infinity display and Nvidia GeForce GTX 960M. The XPS 12 2in1 will follow next January.
Samsung Galaxy View spotted at FCC
The gigantic 18.4-inch tablet will likely become a surprise announcement from Samsung in the coming months.
Oct 8, 2015
Microsoft Lumia 950 and Lumia 950 XL are now official
The new smartphones confirm the specs and looks revealed unofficially at the end of last month and will soon hit the market loaded with Windows 10 Mobile.
Toshiba introduces Satellite Click 10 detachable and Radius 12 convertible
The Satellite Click LX0W-C-104 and Radius 12 P20W-C-106 will start at 450 Euros and 1800 Euros, respectively.
Android 5.1 and 5.0 now make up 23.5 percent of active Android smartphones
Almost 1 in 4 Android smartphones that have recently accessed the Play Store are running Lollipop.
Barnes & Noble launches the Galaxy Tab E Nook tablet
This large-screen tablet retails for $249 USD and comes with a special free limited-time content offering.
Microsoft Band 2 is now official
This new fitness band features a curved display, multiple sensors, and works with Windows Phone, Android, as well as iOS handsets.
Sony announces Semiconductor Solutions Corporation
Sony to spin-off key divisions including batteries, semiconductors, and storage manufacturing.
Oct 7, 2015
Samsung beats industry expectations with impressive Q3 2015 sales
The company fights through the crowded smartphone market with even higher profits than initially expected.
HP unveils Star Wars-themed Pavilion 15
The Limited Edition reskinned notebook will start at $699 with pre-installed Star Wars customization features.
Windows 10 for phones coming in December
While the first Lumia phones with Windows 10 Mobile installed will ship in November, the software update for older handsets will come one month later.
Microsoft announces Surface Book
This 13.5-inch notebook is powered by 6th generation Intel Core processors and provides up to 12 hours of battery life, while starting at $1,499 USD.
Surface Pro 4 vs. Surface Pro 3 comparison
We take a look at the differences, big and small, between the new Microsoft Surface Pro 4 and the Microsoft Surface Pro 3.
Samsung allegedly working on its first GPU
The company's first GPU has been delayed and it looks like the first chips to integrate it will not come out for at least another two years.
Huawei to launch Honor Play 5X this week
The new smartphone's specification will be very similar to its predecessor, the Honor Play 4X, with exception of the processor.
Microsoft unveils Surface Pro 4
Surface Pro 3's successor is lighter and faster, coming with a bundled stylus and featuring up to 16 GB of memory, a 1 TB SSD option, as well as various Intel Skylake processors.
HP reveals 15.6-inch Pavilion gaming notebook
The successful gaming Omen series is now making its way down the totem pole to the Pavilion family starting at a lower price of $999.
HP Spectre x360 gets new Silver and Copper colors
The popular HP convertible is as sleek and usable as ever with just a few minor cosmetic and hardware changes.
HP unveils 8-inch Envy Note 8 tablet with 10-inch keyboard
Windows tablets aren't new of course, but this 8-inch 16:10 FHD tablet with stylus and keyboard support is certainly one-of-a-kind from HP.
HP Spectre x2 refresh will have built-in stainless steel stand
The versatile kickstand solves one of the most glaring issues with detachables: A wobbly display with weak hinges.
HP unveils the new 13-inch Envy 2015 notebook
Refreshed series will have a brighter look and an arched lid for improved ergonomics.
HP Stream refresh gets Windows 10 and a thinner, lighter chassis
The new affordable models will focus on Internet connectivity and low internal storage for just under $200 USD. Similar to Chromebooks without the
Microsoft unveils affordable Lumia 550 smartphone
The entry-level 5-inch Lumia will retail for just $140 USD and run Windows 10.
Xiaomi expects to sell 10 million Redmi Note 2 smartphones by end of 2015
The Chinese manufacturer had already sold more than 2 million in its first month and cites its automated production plants for keeping prices low.
Fujitsu expands LifeBook E series with new models
The product line now includes a total of five new models with Intel Skylake: The LifeBook E736, E746, E756, E546, and E556.
Oct 6, 2015
Samsung Mongoose benchmarks leak online
Also known as Exynos M1, this upcoming SoC promises almost 50 percent better multi-core performance when compared to the Apple A9.
Microsoft Lumia 950 XL could feature a removable 3340 mAh battery
In what could be one last leak before the official reveal, both upcoming Lumia devices may feature removable back covers and standard 3440 mAh battery packs.
Smartphones impacting sales of dedicated cameras
New studies are blaming smartphones for the steady decline of the dedicated camera market, especially on the classic point-and-shoot.
Oct 5, 2015
Motorola unveils the list of devices to get Android Marshmallow
The list includes the 2014 Moto X Pure Edition, DROID Turbo, third-gen Moto G, and a few others.
AT&T bound Galaxy Tab 5 8.0 hits FCC
A Samsung tablet model number SM-T377A has passed through the FCC last week and is headed for AT&T.
Samsung's 18-inch tablet specs surface online
It's very likely that the device is the Galaxy View that was teased by Samsung at IFA 2015 in September.
Microsoft acquires Havok
Intel has sold its Irish subsidiary to the Redmond giant, who promises to "continue to work with developers to create great gaming experiences."
First photos taken with Nexus 6P show a fantastic camera
Performance in low-light conditions will reportedly be far superior to the outgoing generation of Nexus smartphones.
Oct 4, 2015
New images of Microsoft Lumia 950 and 950 XL surface online
The upcoming flagship smartphones will carry Windows 10, an iris scanner, and optional accessories for turning the device into a PC.
Oct 3, 2015
Bluboo to launch Xtouch series of smartphones this month
The 5-inch smartphones will carry fingerprint readers, up to 4 GB RAM, and Sony Exmor cameras.
Sony Xperia Z5 Compact now available for 550 Euros
The mainstream device will sport a 4.6-inch display, Snapdragon 810 SoC, and 2 GB RAM.
Stage fright 2.0 presents new vulnerabilities
Even after Google has released a patch to combat the exploit, Stagefright is still an issue.
Oct 2, 2015
Silent Circle Blackphone 2 hits North America
This privacy-centric smartphone can now be purchased in the US for no less than $799 USD, while UK and the rest of the world will get it soon.
Samsung unveils world's first monitor with wireless charging
Charge your smartphone or tablet right on the stand with no USB cables necessary.
LG announces the Watch Urbane 2 smartwatch
This new smart wearable is the first Android Wear device to feature cellular connectivity, offering compatibility with both iOS and Android handsets.
Samsung Gear S2 now available for purchase
One month after its debut at IFA, Samsung's latest smartwatch goes on sale in the United States, Germany, Singapore and Korea.
Oct 1, 2015
AMD launches PRO A-series for commercial notebooks and desktops
The business-centric lineup will include features such as HSA, ARM TrustZone, DMTF, and software specific to Windows 10.
LG G4 Pro phablet surfaces on GFXBench
The 5.7-inch phablet will feature similar hardware specifications as the current LG G4 flagship.
LG unveils the V10 premium smartphone
This new handset features dual front-facing cameras, a secondary display, as well as a design that uses stainless steel and a durable silicone skin to improve durability and to provide great looks.
HTC unveils One M9+ Supreme Camera Edition
This Taiwan-exclusive One M9+ features a 21 MP camera with 3-in-1 fusion focus, dual LED flash, and optical image stabilization.
Google acquires Jibe Mobile
Jibe Mobile joins the Internet search giant to help it bring RCS services to a global audience, so the next natural move is to deploy these services to Android devices.
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