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Jan 27, 2014
LG G Pro 2 will arrive in February 2014

LG confirms G Pro 2 premium smartphone

The follower of the Optimus G Pro will arrive soon running Android 4.4 KitKat out of the box, but it will also drop the "Optimus" branding. LG plans to unveil the handset next month.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2014 12:08
Jan 25, 2014
Motorola to sell Moto X for $299 during one-hour promotion

Motorola to sell Moto X for $299 during one-hour promotion

Promotion slashes Moto X price by $100 for one hour on the 27th of January.
Omar Qudsi, 25 Jan 2014 23:42
Jan 24, 2014
Sony re-launches the Xperia Z Ultra as a wifi only tablet

Sony re-launches the Xperia Z Ultra as a wifi only tablet

The phablet become tablet will be significantly less expensive than the original
Craig Munro, 24 Jan 2014 17:53
Jan 23, 2014
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Olympic Games Edition Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics

Samsung introduces Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics-themed Galaxy Note 3

The Galaxy Note 3 Olympic Games Edition comes in a special packaging that includes tickets to skating sessions in the Amsterdam Olympic Stadium, as well as a special flip cover.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Jan 2014 09:44
Jan 22, 2014
iPhone with 4.7- and 5.7-inch displays to arrive this year starting in June

Apple could release 4.7-inch and 5.7-inch iPhone 6 handsets during 2014

The 4.7-inch iPhone 6 may arrive as early as June, followed by a 5.7-inch model that should reach stores just in time for the holiday season.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Jan 2014 20:10
Jan 21, 2014
MSI GX70 Destroyer AMD Richland gaming notebook

MSI GX70/GX60 Destroyer gaming notebook features AMD A10-5750M quad-core APU and R9-M290X graphics

The new gaming machine includes AMD's Eyefinity technology for 3-screen output and comes with a limited Battlefield 4 edition. The game runs on Full HD and Ultra details at over 30 fps.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Jan 2014 10:25
Jan 20, 2014
Intel introduces nine Haswell chips for notebooks and other mobile devices

Intel introduces nine Haswell chips aimed at mobile devices

The new Haswell chips offer clock speeds 100 MHz higher than current models and the Core i7-4860HQ is the only one to feature the HD 5200 Iris Pro IGP.
Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2014 23:28
Sony "Sirius" smartphone could be a Xperia Z1 refresh

Sony "Sirius" smartphone may arrive next month

The handset is also known as Sony D6503 and will come loaded with Android 4.4 KitKat. Its features will include a generous 5.2-inch 1080p display, 3 GB of memory and a 20.7 MP rear camera.
Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2014 18:40
Mozilla's upcoming Firefox OS tablet specs leaked online

Leak shows specs of upcoming Firefox OS tablet

Not available to the public yet, the first Firefox OS-powered tablet has an interesting list of specs which includes a quad-core 1 GHz processor, 2 GB of memory and 16 GB of internal storage.
Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2014 10:05
Jan 16, 2014
The RW-16G1 is Sharp's latest Windows tablet

The RW-16G1 is Sharp's latest Windows tablet

The new tablet has a 15.6-inch qHD display
Craig Munro, 16 Jan 2014 23:51
Jan 15, 2014
Sony launches two new Xperia phones

Sony launches two new Xperia phones

Both the T2 Ultra and the E1 are cheaper models with a little something extra
Craig Munro, 15 Jan 2014 00:57
Jan 14, 2014
AMD Kaveri

AMD reveals Kaveri APU series

Kaveri launch: AMD's new 28 nm APU succeeds the previous Richland architecture with a substantially upgraded integrated GPU. Initial models will be available for desktops only as the A10-7850K and 7700K, but mobile models will soon follow
Till Schönborn/ Allen Ngo, 14 Jan 2014 03:13
Jan 11, 2014
Microsoft Surface 3 to allegedly feature Tegra K1

Microsoft Surface 3 to allegedly feature Tegra K1

The third iteration of Microsoft's Surface tablet could feature the Tegra K1 SoC, which recently bested all competition at CES.
Andreas Müller/Omar Al-Qudsi, 11 Jan 2014 19:30
Jan 9, 2014
Kurio 7x 4G LTE Android tablet for kids

CES 2014 | Kurio reveals the 7x Android tablet for kids

The new slate runs exclusively on 4G LTE Verizon Wireless and features Kurio Genius Internet filtering, a daily updated parental protection system which covers over 450 million websites.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Jan 2014 12:21
Aorus launches the X7 gaming laptop

CES 2014 | Aorus launches the X7 gaming laptop

The X7 promises to be the slimmest and lightest GTX SLI gaming laptop in the world
Craig Munro, 09 Jan 2014 02:19
Jan 8, 2014
Sony Xperia Z1 Compact waterproof Android smartphone

CES 2014 | Sony introduces the Xperia Z1 Compact Android smartphone

Released in Japan as the Xperia Z1f the Xperia Z1 Compact now offers high-end specs in a 4.3-inch form factor to the entire world, as it features a quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor and 2 GB of memory, next to an impressive 20.7 MP camera.
Codrut Nistor, 08 Jan 2014 21:59
Asus reveals the Transformer Book Duet

CES 2014 | Asus reveals the Transformer Book Duet

The TD 300 is a detachable hybrid can switch between Windows 8.1 and Android with the touch of a button
Craig Munro, 08 Jan 2014 00:51
Jan 7, 2014
Sony brings a smaller model to the VAIO Flip convertible line - the Flip 11A

CES 2014 | Sony brings a smaller model to the VAIO Flip convertible line - the Flip 11A

The 11A is the smallest and lightest Flip yet
Craig Munro, 07 Jan 2014 02:39
Samsung shows off the new Galaxy TabPRO and NotePRO line of tablets

CES 2014 | Samsung shows off the new Galaxy TabPRO and NotePRO line of tablets

The new devices bring even greater diversity to Samsung's Android line
Craig Munro, 07 Jan 2014 00:05
Jan 6, 2014
AMD details new low-power Kabini APUs for laptops and tablets

CES 2014 | AMD reveals specs of new Kabini chips for tablets and laptops

The new low-power Kabini SoCs will have DirectX 11 and UVD 3 support, up to 15 W TDP and the first devices using them could be revealed at the Mobile World Congress in late February.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2014 22:56
HP Slate 21 Pro

CES 2014 | HP unveils the Slate 21 Pro, its first Android-powered AiO PC

The 21.5-inch all-in-one has a NVIDIA Tegra 4 processor, 2 GB of memory and 16 GB of internal storage, coming loaded with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and a wide range of business applications.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2014 20:46
ZTE reveals the Grand S II phablet

CES 2014 | ZTE reveals the Grand S II phablet

The new flagship phone features always-on voice recognition
Craig Munro, 06 Jan 2014 18:12
CyberPowerPC Steam Machine gaming machine Steam OS

CES 2014 | CyberPowerPC Steam Machine debuts powered by Valve's Steam OS

The custom notebook and PC maker will produce two Steam Machines, one powered by AMD and the other using a Intel Core i3.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2014 16:35
Alcatel One Touch announces the Idol X+ octa-core flagship smartphone with Android 4.2

CES 2014 | Alcatel One Touch announces the Idol X+ octa-core flagship smartphone

The handset features a MediaTek octa-core processor, 2 GB of memory, 13.1 MP rear camera and sports a 5-inch Full HD IPS touchscreen.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2014 16:27
Seagate Backup Plus Fast 4 TB USB 3.0 external drive

CES 2014 | Seagate unveils the Backup Plus Fast external drive with dual 2 TB drives in RAID 0

The drive is powered by the USB 3.0 bus and Seagate promises transfer speeds as high as 220 MB per second that make the Backup Plus Fast a perfect choice for field photographers or filmmakers.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2014 15:56
HP announces the Pro X2 410 detachable

CES 2014 | HP announces the Pro X2 410 detachable

The new hybrid offers a good selection of connectivity options and a secondary battery
Craig Munro, 06 Jan 2014 15:27
Nvidia Tegra K1

Nvidia: Tegra K1 SoC for smartphones and tablets announced

Almost exactly one year after the Tegra 4, Nvidia introduces the much improved successor. Tegra K1 ("Logan") is not only supposed to be faster, but especially much more frugal compared to its not very successful predecessor. A special highlight is the new GPU based on the Kepler architecture.
Till Schönborn, Klaus Hinum, Andreas Osthoff, 06 Jan 2014 15:00
Seagate Backup Plus Slim second generation

CES 2014 | Seagate launches the second generation of its Backup Plus Slim external storage lineup

The second generation of the Backup Plus Slim external drives is powered by USB 3.0 and the bundled Seagate Dashboard software can easily back up content from mobile phones.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2014 09:59
Lenovo announces two new Flex laptops - the 14D and the 15D

CES 2014 | Lenovo announces two new Flex laptops - the 14D and the 15D

The newest additions to Lenovo's line of "dual-mode laptops" feature AMD processors and graphics
Craig Munro, 06 Jan 2014 01:00
Lenovo launches two new MIIX 2 Windows 8.1 detachables

CES 2014 | Lenovo launches two new MIIX 2 Windows 8.1 detachables

The hybrid devices feature Intel Baytrail Atom and Intel Haswell processors
Craig Munro, 06 Jan 2014 01:00
Lenovo unveils updated X1 Carbon and new ThinkPad 8 tablet

CES 2014 | Lenovo unveils updated X1 Carbon and new ThinkPad 8 tablet

Lenovo takes wraps off improved 14" Ultrabook and a new 8" tablet powered by Windows 8.1 and Intel Bay Trail.
Omar Qudsi, 06 Jan 2014 01:00
Lenovo updates the Yoga line with new Yoga 2 11- and 13-inch models

CES 2014 | Lenovo updates the Yoga line with new Yoga 2 11- and 13-inch models

Lenovo's newest hybrids are thinner and lighter, but still aim to be affordable
Craig Munro, 06 Jan 2014 01:00
Jan 3, 2014
Lenovo launches four new smartphones including the LTE compatible Vibe Z

CES 2014 | Lenovo launches four new smartphones including the LTE compatible Vibe Z

The new handsets range in size from 4.7- to 6-inches
Craig Munro, 03 Jan 2014 14:29
Acer announces a new 7.9-inch Android tablet - the Iconia A1-830 *Updated

CES 2014 | Acer announces a new 7.9-inch Android tablet - the Iconia A1-830 *Updated

The new tablet aims for a premium look and feel without a high price
Craig Munro, 03 Jan 2014 14:00
ASUS VivoTab Note 8 Windows tablet unofficially confirmed by user manual leak

Asus VivoTab Note 8 Windows tablet confirmed by leaked user manual

The user manual of the upcoming Windows 8 tablet is available for download on Asus' site, but the product has not been confirmed by the Taiwanese company yet.
Codrut Nistor, 03 Jan 2014 12:09
Dec 31, 2013
Archos smartwatches will be unveiled at CES 2014

Archos to launch its first smartwatch during CES 2014

The French company is expected to unveil a $50 smartwatch at CES 2014 together with two entire families of "connected self" and "connected home" products.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Dec 2013 13:25
Dec 30, 2013
Samsung Exynos 5250 Chromebook

Samsung could launch new Exynos 5 Octa-powered Chromebooks in 2014

The upcoming Samsung Chromebook could come equipped with a 2,560X1,600 resolution display, 3 GB of memory and the Exynos 5 Octo 5420 processor.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Dec 2013 12:50
Dec 26, 2013
Tegra Note 7 updated with AOHDR and Android 4.3

Tegra Note 7 update brings Android 4.3 and camera enhancements

Update adds improved camera, left-handed stylus support and Android 4.3 to NVIDIA's first tablet.
Omar Qudsi, 26 Dec 2013 21:44
LG G3 could come with fingerprint sensor and smartwatch companion

LG G3 could come with fingerprint sensor and smartwatch companion

Report indicates that LG's upcoming G3 flagship will feature a fingerprint sensor as well as a pair of wearable accessories.
Omar Qudsi, 26 Dec 2013 12:39
Dec 20, 2013
Asus VivoTab Note 8 Windows 8 Bay Trail tablet

First Asus VivoTab Note 8 image leaks online

The new slate will launch soon and will feature Windows 8 while rumors also claim that most specs and features match the Dell Venue 8 Pro, including the price.
Codrut Nistor, 20 Dec 2013 23:58
HP and Google to replace Chromebook 11 power adapters following recall

HP and Google to replace Chromebook 11 power adapters following recall

Google replaces micro-USB power adapters for Chromebook 11 following last week's recall.
Omar Qudsi, 20 Dec 2013 21:44
Dec 19, 2013
The Pebble smartwatch will soon get its own app store

The Pebble app store coming in early 2014

The Pebble SDK 2.0 and the app store for Pebble smartwatch users have been officially announced to arrive in early 2014.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Dec 2013 23:16
Dec 18, 2013
Samsung Galaxy Core Advance smartphone

Samsung Galaxy Core Advance joins the Galaxy smartphone series

The low-end Galaxy Core Advance will become commercially available in early 2014 featuring Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, a 1.2 GHz dual core processor, 1 GB of memory and a 4.7-inch WVGA screen.
Codrut Nistor, 18 Dec 2013 00:58
Dec 17, 2013
LG Gx Android smartphone launches in Korea

LG Gx launches in Korea

The new handset features a 5.5-inch Full HD display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 quad-core processor, 2 GB of memory and, unlike the LG G2, it has the power and volume buttons on the sides.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2013 23:48
HP Slate 21 Pro large Android tablet GFXBench

HP Slate 21 Pro appears on GFXBench

The upcoming large screen Android tablet will target the business market and could be unveiled in early 2014.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2013 23:46
Asus M80T dual-boot tablet specs leak online

Asus M80T dual-boot tablet specs leak online

The alleged specs and pricing of the upcoming 8-inch slate have been revealed by a Hungarian website after discovering the data on a local Asus partner's website.
Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2013 22:56
Dec 16, 2013
Datawind launches the $38 Ubislate tablet in the United States

Datawind launches the $38 Ubislate tablet in the United States

This very cheap slate features a 7-inch touchscreen, 1.2 GHz dual-core processor and comes loaded with Android 4.0.4.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Dec 2013 23:05
Huawei unveils the Honor X3 and Honor 3C smartphones

Huawei unveils the Honor X3 and Honor 3C smartphones

The two budget Android smartphones feature MediaTek processors and will soon hit the Chinese market.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Dec 2013 21:58
Asus PadFone X appears in the AnTuTu database

Asus PadFone X appears in the AnTuTu database

The alleged new high-end PadFone device managed to score over 35,000 points, more than the octa core Samsung Galaxy S4.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Dec 2013 18:57
Dec 14, 2013
Fujitsu Stylistic Q584 waterproof tablet comes to the United States

Fujitsu Stylistic Q584 waterproof tablet comes to the United States

The 10.1-inch slim and light Windows 8.1 tablet is finally available in the United States, after being revealed last month.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Dec 2013 00:02

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