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Feb 2, 2015
Jan 31, 2015
Windows Server Next coming in 2016
Microsoft officials confirmed the delay, also revealing that "a series of high-quality preview releases" will come out during 2015.
Intel officially introduces 5th generation Intel Core vPro processors
Shortly after launching Broadwell-U processors, Intel designated the models from the existing Broadwell lineup that will support the vPro featureset. Besides advanced maintenance and security capabilities, Intel Pro Wireless Display and Wireless Docking are the main highlights.
The Huawei Ascend P8 will be unveiled on April 15th in London
Huawei will officially announce its P8 smartphone in London on April 15, 2015. The smartphone is expected to come with a Full HD display and an octa-core processor.
OnePlus announces OxygenOS, the company's own custom Android ROM
OnePlus announced the name of the custom custom ROM that the company is preparing for the international version of the One: OxygenOS. The Chinese version of the smartphone will receive a specially customized version of the ROM called HydrogenOS (H2 OS).
Samsung profits continued their decline in Q4 2014
Samsung experienced a significant drop in profits in the fourth quarter of 2014. Over the past nine months, profits went down 64 percent for Samsung Mobile.
Google Drive for Linux screenshots leak online
Three years after its launch on the Windows platform, it looks like the official Google Drive client is close to release for Linux, as shown by recently leaked screenshots.
Jan 30, 2015
LG insists that the problems with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 810 are resolved
According to the company, the overheating issues are now fixed and the G Flex 2 smartphone powered by Snapdragon 810 will be released on schedule.
Saygus V2 now on pre-order for $549 USD
This waterproof Android handset comes with IPX7 protection rating, impressive cameras with optical image stabilization, as well as a Full HD 5-inch borderless screen.
Jan 29, 2015
Samsung Galaxy J1 is now official
This low-end Android handset has been unveiled in Malaysia and comes with a dual core processor, 4.3-inch display, 512 MB RAM and 4 GB internal storage.
Xiaomi Redmi 2 gets updated
The budget Android smartphone powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor now has 2 GB of memory and 16 GB of internal storage, twice as much as before.
Fujitsu announces new LifeBook notebooks
Fujitsu recently unveiled a few new Lifebook notebooks. The new models come with features such as a battery life of up 24 hours and a palm vein sensor.
LG announces strong Q4 2014 financial results
LG Electronics, Inc. (LG) recently announced its financial results for Q4 2014, as well as aggregated results for 2014 as a whole. The main takeaways from the report are that the company managed to significantly increase its profit and sales in 2014.
Toshiba unveils new Satellite C70-B and C70D-B Notebooks
Today Toshiba expanded its range of reasonably priced DTR laptops. Two of the new Satellite C70-B models come equipped with the Core i5-5200U, a chip from the Intel's Broadwell generation.
Dell updates its Precision M3800 mobile workstation
The 15.6-inch ultrabook workstation can now be purchased with an Ultra HD screen, a Thunderbolt 2 port and more storage.
Jan 28, 2015
Intel announces DC S3710 and DC S3610 Series SSDs
These two new SSDs for data centers offer increased performance over their predecessors, but also provide reduced power draw and increased reliability.
ZTE unveils Blade S6 4G smartphone
This 5-inch Android Lollipop smartphone offers 4G LTE connectivity and a Sony-made 13 MP made camera for only $250 USD.
Jan 27, 2015
Gigabyte P34W gaming laptop now features NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M graphics
The updated P34W gaming laptop now packs a new graphics card, a mSATA SSD and a generous 2 TB hard drive, as well as a Full HD display with wide viewing angles.
Specifications of Meizu M1 Note mini leaked through GFXBench
The benchmark reveals the smartphone's display size and resolution, SoC model and available communications one day before Meizu's "Connected" event where the device is expected to be introduced.
Microsoft announces Q4 2014 financial results
US-based software giant Microsoft recently issued a report detailing its financial performance during the fourth quarter of 2014. Overall, the company registered better sales due to Surface and Lumia devices. Overall profits declined compared to the same period of 2013.
OnePlus Two release date rumored for Q3 / 2015
A recent report from Forbes unveils new information regarding the OnePlus One successor. The Chinese manufacturer will allegedly launch the OnePlus 2 at some point during the 3rd quarter of 2015.
HTC One M9 Hima surfaces in the Geekbench database
The HTC One M9 Hima was recently spotted in the Geekbench 3 database. According to the benchmark's website, the handset will feature an octa-core Snapdragon 810 chipset and 3GB of RAM.
Jan 26, 2015
Panasonic updates the Toughbook 31 rugged laptop
The rugged flagship now features fifth generation Intel Core processors and up to 18 hours of autonomy using the internal battery, which can be extended to 27 hours with the help of a second battery.
Microsoft to acquire Revolution Analytics
The Redmond giant has reached an agreement to purchase the company behind world’s most popular programming language for statistical computing and predictive analytics, aiming to improve Microsoft data platforms.
Broadwell-powered HP Spectre 13 x360 surfaces on the web
The 13.3-inch convertible will offer a high-resolution screen mounted on a 360-degree hinge.
Jan 23, 2015
HP launches a new education-focused tablet
The Bay Trail powered device comes in Windows and Android flavors sharing the same specifications.
12-inch Apple MacBook Air shown in leaked photos
A new leak shows a detailed view at what's allegedly the display of the upcoming 12-inch MacBook Air. According to the source, this could be the first MacBook that lacks a translucent glowing Apple logo on the back.
Microsoft Windows 10: these are the new features
One Windows for all devices: Microsoft recently unveiled Windows 10, a new version of its operating system that comes with a lot of new features. The highlights are: Cortana as a voice assistant on PCs and tablets, the new Spartan browser, Xbox on Windows 10, and HoloLens.
Windows 8.1 with Bing price scheme leaks online
A document posted on Microsoft's OEM Partner Center reveals the exact prices that the company asks for Windows 8.1 with Bing to be included on tablets. The scheme reveals that tablets based on Intel chipsets receive a $10 discount.
Jan 22, 2015
HP announces Elite x2 1011 G1 convertible
This Broadwell-powered device offers a variety of wireless communications and supports Wacom pen input.
QNAP announces TS-x31+ series Turbo NAS
The new TS-x31+ series uses the dual-core ARM Cortex-A15 processor and 1 GB DDR3 RAM while able to accommodate two or four 2.5-inch drives, thus offering excellent value to small and home office users.
Jan 21, 2015
Microsoft buys Equivio
The Redmond giant plans to use Equivio's technology in Office 365, thus improving the product's current legal and compliance tools.
AMD releases disastrous Q4 2014 earnings report
The last quarter of 2014 spelled financial disaster for AMD. After turning a small profit in 2013, the chip-maker recently reported a loss of 403 million US dollars for 2014, one mainly driven by poor performance during the fourth quarter of the year.
HP Pro Slate 8 & Pro Slate 12 officially announced
HP recently unveiled two new high-end Android tablets, the HP Pro Slate 8 and Pro Slate 12. The two devices are based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chip and are just 8mm thick.
Samsung executive: Galaxy S6 to be unveiled on March 2 at MWC 2015
A top Samsung executive has been quoted today by the South Korean media claiming that the Samsung Galaxy S6 will be unveiled on March 2 in Barcelona at the 2015 edition of the Mobile World Congress.
Jan 20, 2015
Aorus updates its X3 and X3 Plus gaming laptops with GTX 970M graphics
The thin gaming powerhouses from the Gigabyte-owned brand now pack even more graphical performance and still offer customization options such as different screen resolutions and storage.
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge to come with dual curved edges
According to Sammobile, Samsung is working on an "Edge" version of the Galaxy S6 flagship, one which will feature a curved display on both sides. The functionality is expected to be inspired by last year's Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, a phablet with a single curved edge on the right side.
Allview's P6 Energy: 5-inch smartphone with a 5000mAh battery priced at 190 Euro
Allview announced today the AllView P6 Energy, a new affordable smartphone. The dual-SIM handset comes with a very large 5000 mAh battery, a quad-core processor, a 5-inch 720p display, and Android 4.4.2 KitKat.
ZTE Blade V2 officially announced
Chinese smartphone manufacturer ZTE has just unveiled a new mid-range smartphone. The ZTE Blade V2 comes with main features such as 5-inch 720p display, a 13MP primary camera, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor.
Jan 19, 2015
HTC to unveil its first smartwatch on March 1st at MWC 2015 alongside the M9 Hima
HTC recently started handing out invites for a press event scheduled on March 1st at MWC 2015 in Barcelona. The One M9 / Hima flagship smartphone and the company's first smartwatch could be both unveiled at the event.
Samsung SM-J100H price leaked by Russian retailer
A Russian online retailer has leaked the price of the first smartphone in the upcoming J-Series from Samsung. The leak reveals that the entry-level Samsung J1 LTE SM-J100F will cost the equivalent of about $170.
Xiaomi Mi Note: first teardown reveals internal hardware and structure
The Xiaomi Mi Note and Mi Note Pro are the two latest smartphones from the largest Chinese smartphone manufacturer. The design of these handsets has been known to us since last week when they have been officially announced. But what's under the hood?
Jan 18, 2015
Unknown Sony smartphone suspected to be Xperia Z4 receives FCC approval
According to the official documents, the device supports several LTE bands and its firmware is marked with a higher build number than even the Lollipop update for the Xperia Z3.
Jan 17, 2015
Intel announces financial results for 2014, Mobile divison loses $4.21B
Intel - the world's largest semiconductor manufacturer - announced its Q4 2014 financial results. Sales increased 6 percent during 2014, while profit rose 22 percent compared to the previous year. The problem with Intel's financial performance continues to be its mobile chip division.
Jan 16, 2015
Sony Xperia Z4 passes certification in Japan
Though Sony's mobile division keeps reporting losses, their next flagship could be announced in six weeks.
MWC 2015 | HTC One M9 coming March 1
HTC has already sent out invites to a March 1 event in Barcelona and insiders claim the next One flagship will be there, although the "Utopia in progress" tagline can be used to tease virtually anything.
Xiaomi Mi Note and Mi Note Pro officially unveiled
Xiaomi recently announced two new Android phablets, the Mi Note and the Mi Note Pro. The specs include a 5.7-inch display running at 1080p or 1440p, a Snapdragon 801 or 810 chip, and up to 4GB of RAM. Prices start at roughly $370 for the Mi Note and about $530 for the Mi Note Pro.
Jan 15, 2015
Sony closing all its Canadian retail stores
Shortly after a Reuters report concerning the imminent sale of Sony's mobile and TV divisions, the Japanese company announce the closure of all its Canadian retail locations.
YotaPhone 2 could hit the US this spring via T-Mobile
Currently available in Europe for roughly $850 USD, this dual-screen Android smartphone is expected to reach the US via T-Mobile for about $650 USD.
LG unveils ultralight 13Z940 and 14Z950 notebooks
LG Electronics unveiled today two new lightweight notebooks, the 13Z940 and the 14Z950. The two new notebooks are 13.3-inch and 14-inch models respectively, both weigh less than 1 kg, and both come with Full HD displays.
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