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Lenovo Yoga Chromebook with Intel Core i5 now available for US$699 (Source: Best Buy)

The Lenovo Yoga Chromebook with Intel Core i5 goes on sale for US$699

Unveiled at IFA 2018, the 15.6-inch Lenovo Yoga Chromebook convertible is now finally available for purchase. Sadly, there is a single configuration available for now, which carries a price tag that reads US$699 and features an Intel Core i5 processor, 8 GB of memory, and 128 GB of internal storage space.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Oct 2018 13:10
The Facebook Portal is available in 10.1-inch and 15.6-inch sizes. (Source: Facebook)

Facebook intros new Portal smart hub line powered by Alexa

Facebook has introduced a smart home product it has dubbed Portal. Available in two sizes, the device offers similar functionality to the Amazon Echo Show, but focuses on providing seamless video chatting through its Messenger app.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 09 Oct 2018 03:19
Narrow bezels are coming to the HP Chromebook x360 14 this month (Source: HP)

Narrow bezels are coming to the HP Chromebook x360 14 convertible this month

HP will be integrating some features mainstream consumers have been enjoying these past few years onto its upcoming Chromebook. Namely, the new Chromebook x360 14 will be getting USB Type-C charging and narrow 7.5 mm bezels for improved convenience and portability. Expect a launch in just a couple of weeks for a starting price of $599 USD.
Allen Ngo, 08 Oct 2018 15:00
The Pixel 3 XL is expected to have a large screen - with a notch to match. (Source: Android Authority)

'Pixel 3 XL screen protector' leak may indicate the size that notch is going to be

The Pixel 3 XL is likely to include that most divisive of features: the notch. A new leak, containing a screen protector described as fitting the upcoming Google phone, may give an idea of its extent in real life. This leak also suggests that, otherwise, the Pixel 3 XL's front panel is not much different to that of the 2 XL.
Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Oct 2018 13:16
The Pixel 3 XL in all its glory thanks to an unscrupulous Hong Kong mobile store. (Source: Engagdet)

Pixel 3 XL gets sold early by Hong Kong store

For the second time in a fortnight, Google has had to sit by and watch as one of its brand new devices gets sold in the wild ahead of its official unveiling. While a Chromecast 3 got sold early by accident, an unscrupulous Hong Kong store is cashing in by selling the Pixel 3 XL quite deliberately early.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 07 Oct 2018 03:56
Microsoft is apparently not keen on providing USB Type-C if it requires sacrificing USB Type-A. (Source: Lance Ulanoff via Medium)

Panos Panay justifies the absence of USB Type-C on the new Surface devices

Panos Panay opened up on why the Surface Pro 6 and Surface Laptop 2 lack a USB Type-C port while the Surface Studio 2, Surface Go, and even the Surface Headphones have one such port. Panay insisted that USB Type-C will not be at the expense of the traditional USB Type-A port, which still is the connector of choice for most USB devices today. The Type-C connector will eventually make it into future devices but Microsoft is in no hurry to make it happen.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Oct 2018 13:43
The New Nokia 7.1 integrates premium features like the HDR10 LCD display and the rear dual-camera sporting Zeiss optics. (Source: HMD Global)

Nokia 7.1 premium mid-range smartphone launched with affordable price

HMD Global is bringing premium features like an HDR10 screen and Zeiss optics for the rear dual-cam to its mid-range lineup. The display features the infamous notch, but, other than that, the specs are quite compelling for the affordable price point, as the Nokia 7.1 is powered by the Snapdragon 636 SoC coupled with 3 or 4 GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 32 or 64 GB storage.
Bogdan Solca, 05 Oct 2018 22:49
Asus Zenfone 5 (2018) ZE620KL

85% Asus ZenFone 5 (2018) ZE620KL Smartphone Review

More and more AI. As was the case with some previous generations, for this fifth generation Asus ZenFone, the focus is on the cameras. With AI support for everything possible—even the ringtone—and Corning Gorilla Glass covering both sides, buyers should find themselves holding a high-performance, intelligent and rugged smartphone with a dual camera. Read on to find out what level of performance you can expect of this new ZenFone.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 6.2", 155 g
Mike Wobker, 05 Oct 2018 13:32
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (i7, 4K-HDR, GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q) Laptop Review

87% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (i7, 4K-HDR, GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q) Laptop Review

Business or Multimedia? Lenovo expands it ThinkPad X1-series with a 15.6-inch laptop and competes directly with the popular Dell XPS 15 as well as the Apple MacBook Pro 15. The new flagship is equipped with a high-resolution HDR screen as well as a discreet Nvidia GPU. But is this still a business laptop or rather a full-fledged multimedia device with some business features for consumers?
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 04 Oct 2018 23:30
The iPhone 6S is being rivalled by Apple's newest wearable in some respects. (Source: takealot.com)

Apple Watch 4 found to be just as fast as iPhone 6S, but only for certain metrics

A developer has created an app that can test the 60fps rendering capabilities of the S4 SIP, the processing platform found in the 4th-gen Apple Watch. He has reported that the watch equals the iPhone 6S in this test. The watch also used less than 70% of its processing power while running this app.
Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Oct 2018 19:11
HP Elite x2 1013 G3 (i5-8350U, SSD, 3k) 2-in-1 Review

87% HP Elite x2 1013 G3 (i5-8350U, SSD, 3k) 2-in-1 Review

Complete redesign. Hewlett-Packard's Elite x2 1013 G3 is a 13-inch 2-in-1 equipped with a powerful quad-core CPU, two Thunderbolt 3 ports, a 3:2 3k display, an active stylus, and a keyboard dock.
Intel Core i5-8350U, UHD Graphics 620, 13", 1.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 03 Oct 2018 22:27
The new Surface Pro 6 is now available in black, in addition to the platinum option. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft officially unveils the Surface Pro 6 2-in-1 tablet

The Surface Pro 6 tablet is now available in black, as well as the usual platinum color option. Users can now choose among Intel's i5-8250U and i7-8550U ULV CPUs, 8 or 16 GB of RAM and 128 GB/ 256 GB/ 512 GB/ 1 TB PCIe NVMe storage capacities. The USB-C connector is still missing, but at least Microsoft lowered the prices for the high-end variants.
Bogdan Solca, 03 Oct 2018 19:53
The Surface Studio gets all-new silicon bring much improved graphics performance. (Source: Microsoft)

The Surface Studio gets updated to 7th gen Intel silicon

Microsoft has updated the Surface Studio desktop computer for the first time since it launched in December 2016. Originally shipping with 6th gen Intel Skylake-based silicon, the new Surface Studio 2 has been refreshed with Intel’s 7th gen Kaby Lake chips.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Oct 2018 12:15
Gigaset GS100

72% Gigaset GS100 Smartphone Review

Gigagood? The GS100 is Gigaset’s cheapest smartphone, costing 119 Euros (~$136). The device comes in a choice of bright colors and has a removable battery, but can the GS100 justify its price?
Mediatek MT6739, PowerVR GE8100, 5.5", 174 g
Florian Wimmer, 03 Oct 2018 10:37
US customers will be able to sign up for the All Access monthly subscription plan for Surface PCs. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft launches Surface All Access subscription deals

Fancy one of the new Surface devices from Microsoft, but can’t afford to drop the cash up front? Microsoft’s new All Access subscription plan will let you pay off your new Surface and bundled Office 365 subscription over 24 months.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Oct 2018 03:46
The new Surface Laptop 2 is now officially available in matte black. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 and new Cortana-powered headphones now official

Microsoft has used its Surface event to take the covers off its second-generation Surface Laptop, which, as rumored, comes in a new matte black color. Also joining the Surface range for the first time is a new pair of Bluetooth Surface headphones powered by the Cortana voice assistant.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Oct 2018 02:47
Huawei might have been a bit too overconfident with their claims regarding the supermacy of the Kirin 980. (Source: Pocketnow)

Huawei's Kirin 980 does not beat Apple's A12 Bionic in leaked Geekbench results

The latest Geekbench results come to contradict Huawei's claims from last week. The Kirin 980 is certainly not faster than the A12 Bionic, but it does perform better than Qualcomm's Snapdragon 845. This might just be an early Mate 20 test sample and performance might be better on the final version, we'll just have to wait two more weeks to find out for sure.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Oct 2018 21:48
Pete Lau has revealed a few more details about the 6T. (Source: thehindu.com)

OnePlus CEO interview suggests that the 6T will cost more than the 6

Pete Lau, the CEO of the smartphone maker OnePlus, has been talking about the company's upcoming release in a new interview with CNET. Lau admitted that this phone, the 6T, is going to retail for more than its predecessor. According to him, Screen Unlock is a driving factor in this decision.
Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Oct 2018 19:14
Honor 8X smartphone now official for U.S. market (Source: Honor)

Honor 8X smartphone now official for U.S. market

The Honor 7X is barely one year old and the manufacturer is already preparing to launch its direct successor. If the specifications are anything to go by, then the 6.5-inch Honor 8X is looking to be a huge upgrade. We're hopeful that the company can keep the price just as low as before.
Allen Ngo, 02 Oct 2018 16:00
Sony Xperia XA2 Plus

85% Sony Xperia XA2 Plus Smartphone Review

Smaller bezels, larger display. After the regular XA2 and its more powerful Ultra version, interested buyers can now select from three XA2 models. The design has been updated slightly, now offering smaller bezels as well as a 6-inch display in the 18:9 format. We clarify in our review, what else the Sony XA2 Plus can do.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, Adreno 508, 6", 204 g
Mike Wobker, 02 Oct 2018 00:31
Microsoft Surface Go (Pentium, 64GB eMMC) Tablet Review

83% Microsoft Surface Go (Pentium, 64GB eMMC) Tablet Review

Affordable Surface! Microsoft's Surface Go is a much more affordable tablet than any other previous Surface device. However, it comes at a price: significantly reduced performance. Find out how Microsoft's entry-level tablet fares against its competition.
Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y, UHD Graphics 615, 10", 523 g
Sebastian Bade, 02 Oct 2018 00:02
HP announces Spectre Folio 2-in-1 just a day ahead of Microsoft's Surface event (Source: HP)

HP announces Spectre Folio 2-in-1 just a day ahead of Microsoft's Surface event

Dual-core Amber Lake-Y CPUs will debut on the Spectre Folio convertible when it launches later this month for $1400 USD. Perhaps not by coincidence, the conference was streamed live this morning in the very same city that Microsoft will be holding its Surface press event scheduled for October 2nd.
Allen Ngo, 01 Oct 2018 18:30
The video may have been intended to tease Screen Unlock. (Source: MSN)

OnePlus releases first official teaser video for the 6T

OnePlus has posted a teaser video for its upcoming 6T flagship update on Twitter. This clip, which is the first of its kind, may hint at the in-display fingerprint sensor confirmed to feature in the phone. The video also invites us to "Unlock the Future" with the 6T.
Deirdre O Donnell, 01 Oct 2018 16:56
Xiaomi Pocophone F1 Smartphone Review

82% Xiaomi Pocophone F1 Smartphone Review

Price Cruncher – The Xiaomi Pocophone F1 is a smartphone with flagship hardware, which has a good camera and long battery life but costs less than €350 (~$404). Find out in this review whether Xiaomi’s concept of an affordable flagship works and what cuts have been made to keep the cost down.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6.18", 182 g
Daniel Schmidt, 01 Oct 2018 10:49
Asus VivoBook Flip 14 TP412UA (i5-8250U) Convertible Review

83% Asus VivoBook Flip 14 TP412UA (i5-8250U) Convertible Review

Great for the price. The latest VivoBook convertible gets more right than wrong. Though not a huge upgrade over last year's model in terms of features and internal specifications, its chassis is now sleeker and more visually appealing for its sub $800 price range.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Sep 2018 04:22
A render showing all the leaked color options for the Mate 20 Pro. (Source: gizmochina.com)

Huawei Mate 20 Pro may come with voice-based unlocking

Huawei is now rumored to be integrating a new form of device security, Voice Unlock, into its upcoming flagship, the Mate 20 Pro. This device may also have a 6.9-inch screen, as much as 6GB in RAM and an extra-large battery. However, this leak reinforces the lack of a 3.5mm jack in this device.
Deirdre O Donnell, 29 Sep 2018 17:26
Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition

88% Xiaomi Mi 8 Explorer Edition Smartphone Review

After 6 comes 8. The latest attack on the smartphone elite by Xiaomi is called the Mi 8 Explorer Edition. On paper, the affordable flagship is the total package at a reasonable price. In this review, we will assess the Mi 8 Explorer Edition’s numerous strengths and also the weaknesses that reflect its low price.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6.2", 175 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Sep 2018 13:26
The iPhone XR will hit Apple stores and retailers on October 26, but do not expect it to be too affordable. (Source: Apple)

iPhone XR gets FCC approval, will ship in late October

The FCC has finally approved Apple's iPhone XR, and the smartphone is expected to hit the stores on October 26. Apart from the fast A12 Bionic SoC, the "more affordable" iPhone does not really feature anything that justifies the US$750 price tag. It only has 3 GB of RAM, a 12 MP rear cam and a 7 MP selfie, which in most cases is subpar even for mid-range phones.
Bogdan Solca, 28 Sep 2018 20:11
Apple iPhone XS Smartphone Review

87% Apple iPhone XS Smartphone Review

My preciousss - Apple has stuck with its “S” nomenclature even after its anniversary iPhone and has consequently followed the iPhone X with the iPhone XS. As with previous “S” models, the iPhone XS is more a technical refinement of its predecessor than a fundamental departure. The iPhone XS should do everything better than its predecessor without reinventing itself. Read on for our iPhone XS review and to find out whether the device can match expectations.
Update: Added PWM video.
Apple A12 Bionic, A12 Bionic GPU, 5.8", 177 g
Daniel Schmidt, 28 Sep 2018 10:42
Image source: Professor Layton and the Curious Village

Professor Layton and the Curious Village, a popular puzzler for Nintendo's DS, is now available for Android

The popular Nintendo DS puzzle game Professor Layton and the Curious Village is now available for Android. The port features an HD graphical overhaul and new animated cutscenes while maintaining the addictive puzzle gameplay and excellent soundtrack.
Sam Medley, 28 Sep 2018 06:43
Apple iPhone Xs Max

86% Apple iPhone XS Max Smartphone Review

Maximum. The iPhone XS Max is Apple’s largest and most expensive iPhone yet. However, Apple has not brought as many new features to the party as many would have liked. Find out in our review whether bigger and faster is enough for the iPhone XS Max to take our coveted throne at the top of the smartphone pile. Update: Test completed.
Apple A12 Bionic, A12 Bionic GPU, 6.5", 208 g
Florian Wimmer, 28 Sep 2018 04:05
The hinge system used on the Lenovo prototype is reminiscent of Samsung's early schematics of the Galaxy X. (Source: bang_gogo_ on Twitter)

Lenovo demos foldable phone prototype

Demoed at Lenovo's Tech World event, the foldable phone prototype seems to be very similar to what Samsung could be releasing in November. it has a hinge system in the middle of the display and several segments that facilitate the folding angle. the device is quite responsive, but Lenovo still has to rectify a few issues for the final versions.
Bogdan Solca, 27 Sep 2018 22:05
An official render of the LG V40 ThinQ shows its new triple rear camera array. (Source: LG)

LG teases the V40 ThinQ ahead of its launch, highlights five camera set up

LG has started to take the wraps off its forthcoming V40 ThinQ. In a pre-launch video and media release, the Korean company has confirmed the rumors that it will indeed launch with five cameras in total.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 27 Sep 2018 12:32
The next Windows update is known as Redstone 5...until October, at least. (Source: NeoWin)

Windows 10 October update release may coincide with the Surface event

The next update to Windows 10 may be rolled out in the next month. In fact, some leaks claim that this will commence on the same day on which the new Surface products are to be launched. However, for that to pan out, it leaves Microsoft with a lot of work to do in a very short space of time.
Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Sep 2018 22:57
Huawei MediaPad T5

78% Huawei MediaPad T5 (10.1-inch, LTE) Tablet Review

Full Metal Tablet. Made from high-quality material, Huawei's 10-inch MediaPad T5 is equipped with an FHD display and a powerful quad-core CPU. Find out what you can expect of a tablet that sells for around $230 in our review.
HiSilicon Kirin 659, ARM Mali-T830 MP2, 10.1", 460 g
Mike Wobker, 26 Sep 2018 22:13
The Mate 20 Pro will feature the notorious notch and will get a tri-cam setup on the back. (Source: WinFuture)

Huawei Mate 20 Pro gets leaked renders

The first renders of the Huawei Mate 20 pro reveal a tri-camera setup on the back, but the absence of the usual circular fingerprint sensor could mean that the display itself is housing it now. Speaking of the display, the extra-long notch at the top will most likely not be a strong selling point for this model.
Bogdan Solca, 26 Sep 2018 22:13
The iPhone XS Max (left) is estimated to cost Apple US$443 each in components. (Source: Apple)

iPhone XS Max component costs revealed

If there’s one thing that matches the size of the new iPhone XS Max models from Apple, it is their price. If you want to know how much money of yours the Cupertino giant is sticking straight into its bank account, read on. If you don't, it might be best to look away.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 26 Sep 2018 06:32
Dual-screen Asus Zenbook Pro 15 with ScreenPad now available for $1700 (Source: Asus)

Dual-screen Asus Zenbook Pro 15 is the Apple Touch Bar alternative for $1700

The one-of-a-kind Zenbook Pro 15 integrates a secondary 1080p display right underneath the touchpad called a ScreenPad. For users who wish they could have two screens on a laptop, this is probably the closest you can get. The Core i7 will run you $1700 while the Core i9 version will cost $2300.
Allen Ngo, 25 Sep 2018 02:01
Huawei's Y9 (2019) gets a 6.5-inch notched display and a mid-range Snapdragon 710 SoC. (Source: Heapooh)

Huawei Y9 (2019) specs leaked on TENAA

The Y-series from Huawei will soon include entry-level models as well as mid-range ones like the upcoming Y9 (2019) that just got the green light from TENAA. Powered by a Snapdragon 710 SoC, the new Y9 should come in two variants: 4 GB RAM / 64 GB storage and 6 GB RAM / 128 GB storage. Additionally, it will get a 6.5-inch notched screen, dual camera and fingerprint on the back and a 3,900 mAh battery.
Bogdan Solca, 24 Sep 2018 20:13
ZTE Nubia Z18S dual-display phablet details (Source: TENAA)

Dual-display ZTE Nubia phablet hits TENAA, short hands-on video also available

Although dual-display handsets never managed to take off properly, we keep seeing such designs showing up from time to time. The upcoming 6.26-inch ZTE Nubia Z18S is expected to feature a 5.1-inch secondary color display on the back and premium mid-range specs. Its recent stop at TENAA suggests that the official announcement is near.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Sep 2018 17:20
A concept render of the forthcoming Galaxy A9 Star/Pro. (Source: All About Samsung)

Galaxy A9 Star Pro looks set to sport four rear cameras

Samsung has said it is targeting new features for its mid-range smartphones to help boost flagging sales. The latest example of this is the forthcoming Galaxy A9 Star Pro that is said to sport four rear cameras, twice as many as its current flagship devices.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2018 10:58
CAT S61

77% CAT S61 Smartphone Review

Multi-functional. The robust CAT S61 puts all those who say that there are no innovations in the smartphone market to shame. However, with the built-in thermal-imaging camera, a laser distance measure, and the automatic measure of the indoor air quality, its most important features might be more useful for professional users.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, Adreno 508, 5.2", 250 g
Florian Wimmer, 23 Sep 2018 20:51
Blackview BV5800 Pro Smartphone Smartphone Review

68% Blackview BV5800 Pro Smartphone Smartphone Review

Lame lump - The Chinese manufacturer Blackview sells smartphones at affordable prices that are typically attractive for fans of the outdoors. The quality and craftsmanship of the BV5800 Pro is outstanding, but our previous reviews of Blackview devices have all had a problem or two. Find out in this review whether the BV5800 Pro follows suit or whether Blackview has finally created an issue-free smartphone.
Mediatek MT6739, PowerVR GE8100, 5.5", 222 g
Florian Schaar, 23 Sep 2018 13:16
The new leaked renders suggest that there might be two versions of the Pixelbook 2. (Source: T3)

Google Pixelbook codename Nocturne gets leaked renders

The latest leaked renders of the next gen Pixelbook tablet reveal a 2-in-1 design with a detachable keyboard. The tablet itself appears to feature at least one USB-C connector, thin speakers on each side of the display, a fingerprint sensor and acoustic cancellation microphone array around the edges.
Bogdan Solca, 21 Sep 2018 21:03
OPPO CEO Malhav Sheth presenting the new Realme 2 Pro (Source: Technical Guruji on YouTube)

OPPO Realme 2 Pro pops up on Geekbench

The Realme 2 Pro mid-range smartphone will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 660 SoC coupled with 8 GB RAM and will integrate a dual-cam plus fingerprint sensor on the back. Performance-wise, the Realme 2 Pro is in-line with other Snapdragon-660-powered devices. Full specs and pricing info will be revealed on September 27.
Bogdan Solca, 21 Sep 2018 20:18
The new Amazon Echo Show features a large 10-inch display. (Source: Amazon)

Amazon launches a slew of new Alexa-powered products

Amazon has released a stunning array of new Alexa-powered devices that spans traditional products like its Echo range, through to a new car product and even an Alexa-enabled microwave oven. The new devices highlight the increasing popularity of its digital personal assistant and the company’s plans to make the platform ubiquitous.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Sep 2018 12:24
HP ProBook x360 440 G1 (i5-8250U, 256GB, FHD, Touch) Convertible Review

86% HP ProBook x360 440 G1 (i5-8250U, 256GB, FHD, Touch) Convertible Review

Versatile and suitable for daily use The HP ProBook x360 440 G1 is an affordable 14-inch convertible that HP has designed with professionals and smaller businesses in mind. The x360 440 G1 is a versatile device thanks to its convertible design and long battery life. Find out in this detailed review whether the ProBook x360 440 G1 has any drawbacks and how it fares against its competitors.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.7 kg
Sebastian Bade, 21 Sep 2018 11:16
Image source: 9to5Mac

Code buried in iOS 12.1 heavily implies that new iPads are coming this year

Code discovered in the Setup app for iOS 12.1 references a device called "iPad2018Fall," This, combined with other rumors of upcoming features that make sense for an iPad, all but confirm that new Apple tablets are coming in the next couple of months. This would coincide with Apple's typical release schedule.
Sam Medley, 21 Sep 2018 05:07
Asus ZenFone 5Z Smartphone — Hands-on and First Impressions

85% Asus ZenFone 5Z Smartphone — Hands-on and First Impressions

A Zen of a Phone. After a series of lackluster ZenFone sales, Asus launched the ZenFone 5Z in July this year to appeal to those who value flagship-grade performance at an affordable price. The ZenFone 5Z goes against the reigning flagship-killer champion, the OnePlus 6, and it offers a similar feature set for much less dough. Does the ZenFone 5Z have what it takes to be a worthy contender to the OnePlus 6 or has Asus cut deep corners to reach more pockets? Let's find out.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6.2", 155 g
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 20 Sep 2018 22:05
The Canon PowerShot SX70 HS. (Source: Canon)

Canon's newest PowerShot digital camera adds 65x optical zoom and e-viewfinder

Canon has released the PowerShot SX70 HS compact camera. This new, 4K point-and-shoot has a 20.3MP sensor, an optical zoom of up to 65x and extensive image stabilisation. It also has an electronic viewfinder, which is an OLED panel made up of 2.36 million dots. It is also compatible with RAW recording.
Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Sep 2018 21:06

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