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The Bluesphere charging stand allows for phone use during wireless charging. (Source: hurkins)

A new kind of smartphone stand may solve common wireless charging problem

Wireless charging is becoming increasingly popular with mobile device designers, particularly at the higher end of the market. However, it is associated with a potentially significant problem: the inability to use a phone effectiv...

Deirdre O Donnell, 08 Mar 2019 17:07

Corning doesn't want to miss out with the foldable generation of smartphones. (Source: Nikkei Asian Review)

Corning is working on Gorilla Glass for foldable smartphones but it could take years

It has been reported that Corning is working on flexible glass that will be strong enough to use with foldable phones. Presently, foldable devices rely on plastic polymers because of their flexibility. However, Corning wants to ev...

Daniel R Deakin, 06 Mar 2019 09:54

Energous is a start-up that claims to have developed a truly-wireless charging system. (Source: Energous)

Vivo has set up a collaboration to test out truly wireless charging tech for its phones

A start-up called Energous has announced a collaboration with Vivo. This move could bring Energous' over-the-air charging technology, WattUp 2.0, to the smartphone OEM's devices. Vivo has said that this move could alleviate "batte...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Mar 2019 19:35

A potentiallly critical bug has been found through the use of a Vu Android TV. (Source: NDTV Gadgets)

A Twitter user claims an Android TV allowed access to other users' Google Photos data

An Indian Twitter user has alleged that an Android TV to which he had access allowed him to see all the other accounts linked to the same via the Google Home app. The bug in question also could have let him put their Google Photos...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Mar 2019 17:43

The AirPods 2 device might offer more color options than just white. (Source: Cult of Mac)

Leak claims AirPods 2 and case can be fully charged wirelessly in just 15 minutes

A new leak has claimed that Apple’s next generation of wireless earbuds will incorporate extremely fast charging technology. According to a post on Twitter made by XDA Portal writer Max Weinbach, the Apple AirPods 2 will be able t...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Mar 2019 11:49

The Nikon Z6 is the first DSLR to support the new CFE 2.0 standard. (Source: Engadget)

Sony presents CFExpress memory cards that rival NVMe SSDs for highest read/write speeds

While the CFExpress 2.0 standard promises speeds reaching 4 GB/s, Sony's first cards will be on par with the average NVMe SSDs. The new CFExpress cards are still meant for professional DSLRs and video cams, however, since they sup...

Bogdan Solca, 01 Mar 2019 20:23

Connected LED bulbs can often change color at the tap of a screen. (Source: TechHive)

New Google Home app update adds ability to control the color of smart-home lighting

The Google Home app can act as a one-stop shop for all your smart-home appliance control needs. Its latest update also adds the ability to tune the color of connected bulbs or lamps. This is opposed to the simple on-off switch fou...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Feb 2019 18:56

The new GoPro HERO 7 Dusk White. (Source: GoPro)

The GoPro HERO7 Black now has a limited-edition variant

The HERO7 Black is the top-spec'd SKU of its GoPro camera series. It is now available in a limited-edition alternative finish, Dusk White. This version will be released on March 3, 2019 on gopro.com and selected retailers worldwid...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Feb 2019 17:52

The RAVPower 14mm PD wall charger. (Source: RAVPower)

MWC19 | RAVPower releases its thinnest-ever 45W wall charger with PD

RAVPower, the well-known accessory-maker, has a stand at MWC this year. It showcases a new PD charger, an ultra-thin (14mm) 'wall wart' based on gallium nitride (GaN) technology. RAVPower also has a new wireless charging stand tha...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Feb 2019 20:18

MWC19 | Nubia Alpha: the flexible wrist-phone unveiled at MWC

There is a new alternative to the foldable phone already. Nubia has unveiled the Alpha, a device with a screen that curves along a wide watch-like form factor. This display is 4 inches long, and operates using the Snapdragon 2100 ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 27 Feb 2019 18:30

USB 3.2 brings high speed 20Gbps speeds and a confusing naming scheme. (Source: Google)

USB 3.2 will bring Thunderbolt 2-like speeds to desktops this year

The USB Implementers Forum has announced that the next generation of USB will be called USB 3.2. The new standard is capable of transferring data at 20Gbps, which puts it on a similar level to Intel’s Thunderbolt 2 technology firs...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 27 Feb 2019 11:38

Swatch claims that Samsung has copied its trademarks. (Source: Swatch)

Swatch has filed a legal case against Samsung for trademark infringement

The Swiss watchmaker group Swatch has filed a complaint with US legal authorities to the effect that Samsung has impinged on its trademarks. This is connected to the design of some downloadable watchfaces for Gear-line smartwatche...

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Feb 2019 22:26

The Bixby Studio in Barcelona. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung has opened a Bixby Studio in Barcelona

It seems Samsung is doing more in Barcelona than MWC. The OEM has opened a Bixby Studio in the city's Plaza de Catalunya. This installation gives visitors a sense of what life would be like with Bixby-powered applicances and devic...

Deirdre O Donnell, 26 Feb 2019 16:24

MWC19 | MicroSD cards are getting faster and bigger

Western Digital and Micron both announced 1 TB microSD cards earlier today. At 1 TB, these will be the largest microSD cards upon release later this year. Additionally, the SD Association announced SD Express, a new protocol that ...

Sam Medley, 25 Feb 2019 23:43

The Spigen Cota-enabled Forever Sleeve. (Source: Ossia)

MWC19 | Truly wireless charging is closer than ever thanks to a Spigen/Ossia partnership

The popular case-maker Spigen is collaborating with Ossia, a true-wireless charging pioneer, to bring a phone case that integrates the necessary Cota technology to market. The two groups have brought renders of this product (which...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Feb 2019 19:59

MWC19 | HTC wants to replace your router with its new 5G Hub

HTC has taken the wraps off its 5G Hub. The Taiwanese company claims that this new device can deliver the speed and poiwer of the new radio bands to homes or businesses. It is powered by the Snapdragon 855, as well as Qualcomm's 6...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Feb 2019 19:20

The new Alcatel 3T 10 tablet. (Source: Alcatel)

MWC19 | Alcatel's newest tablet has a stand that is also a full-sized speaker

The TCL subsidiary Alcatel has launched its new 3T 10 tablet at MWC19. This device has a 10-inch screen and runs Android 9.0 (Pie) out of the box. It also comes with a Google Assisant pre-install. The Alcatel 3T 10 is compatible w...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Feb 2019 18:50

The Microsoft HoloLens 2 promises enhanced comfort and more immersive holographic experiences. (Source: Microsoft)

MWC19 | Microsoft HoloLens 2 blurs the line between real and virtual for US$3,500

Microsoft took to stage at MWC 2019 in Barcelona to demo their new HoloLens 2 mixed reality headset. The HoloLens 2 offers 2x the field of view and 3x the comfort of the previous generation while bringing more interactivity and co...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 25 Feb 2019 09:30

LG has announced the V50 ThinQ 5G flagship smartphone.

MWC19 | LG officially reveals the V50 ThinQ 5G and its optional Dual Screen (hands-on photos)

LG has unveiled the V50 ThinQ 5G flagship smartphone. The multimedia-devouring powerhouse is unsurprisingly 5G ready and houses a Snapdragon 855 behind its 6.4-inch QHD+ OLED display. For more enhanced content consumption, there i...

Daniel R Deakin, 25 Feb 2019 08:02

The Microsoft HoloLens 2 is all set to be unveiled at MWC 2019. (Source: WalkingCat on Twitter)

First images of the Microsoft HoloLens 2 leak just hours before launch

The first images of the upcoming Microsoft HoloLens 2 have leaked online just hours before launch. While not much information is known about the new device, we are getting to see that Microsoft has focused on the ergonomics and a ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Feb 2019 15:19

The 'LG V50' alone and in its alleged dual-display case. (Source: SlashLeaks)

Possible LG V50 pictured with 'second-screen' case in new leaks

The LG V series has a history of including secondary displays, which are often built into their large phablet-scale screens. If a new leak is to be believed, this feature has returned to the V50 ThinQ - sort of. It consists of ima...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Feb 2019 14:17

Lioncast LM60: An RGB gaming mouse and a high-resolution optical sensor for US$80

Lioncast is a comparatively new manufacturer, but that has not stopped it from expanding its range of mice. The company has now released the LM60, a wired mouse with RGB lighting and a high-resolution optical sensor. Perhaps unsur...

Alex Alderson, 21 Feb 2019 17:56

The Samsung UBD-M9500 (now discontinued) is the last 4K Blu-ray player from the company. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung joins OPPO in bidding adieu to Blu-ray

Samsung seems to have exited the 4K Blu-ray market in the US citing a niche market and current domination of Sony and Panasonic. Samsung became the second company after OPPO to stop making both 4K and FHD Blu-ray players coming in...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Feb 2019 05:44

Samsung also has new wearables. (Source: Samsung)

New Samsung wearables - the Galaxy Buds, Fit and Watch Active - have been launched

Samsung has released three new types of wearable to go with the Galaxy S10 series in 2019. They are the Galaxy Buds, a possibly improved set of earbuds, the Galaxy Fit, a new activiy tracker, and the Galaxy Watch Active, a new spo...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Feb 2019 23:58

Hands-On: Microsoft Surface Headphones

The Surface Headphones look good, but can they command their premium price tag, and how do they stack up against their wireless on-ear competitors? We put the US$349.99/£329.99 Surface Headphones to the test in this hands-on revie...

Florian Schmitt, 20 Feb 2019 13:41

Logitech to bring back "legendary" Logitech G MX518 gaming mouse

Logitech announced today that it will reboot the classic Logitech G MX518 gaming mouse. Hailed in its day as one of the best gaming mice available, the MX518 is fondly remembered by many for its comfortable shape, fast reporting r...

Sam Medley, 19 Feb 2019 22:57

The Doogee S90 comes with 4 modules: the powerbank, the night vision camera, the walkie-talkie and the game controller. (Source: Doogee)

Doogee launches S90 modular rugged smartphone

The S90 is Doogee's first rugged smartphone that comes with a selection of modules similar to Motorola's mods. These include a high quality night vision camera, a 5,000 mAh powerbank, a walkie-talkie and a game controller. Additio...

Bogdan Solca, 19 Feb 2019 20:06

The world's thinnest wireless charging pad is now up for crowdfunding

PlusUs has introduced its Xpad, a charging pad that measures only 2.2 millimeters in depth. This spec leads the start-up to assert that it is the thinnest product of its kind worldwide. It is available as a reward as part of an In...

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Feb 2019 17:57

A screenshot from the MobileFun video. (Source: IceUniverse)

New leak re-visits Samsung Galaxy S10+'s potential screen-protection issue

A while ago, a series of Tweets from a smartphone case-maker presented the possibility that the Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+'s fingerprint reader placement would make using screen protectors on these phones much more difficult than...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Feb 2019 18:52

Xiaomi may release a smartwatch that has nothing to do with Amazfit or Huami. (Source: Amazfit)

Xiaomi's first own-brand sports watch may be launched via crowdfunding

MyDrivers has reported that Xiaomi intends to announce a crowdfunding project for a new product: a smart sports watch. This device will apparently support real-time GPS tracking, so that a user can generate and maintain maps of th...

Deirdre O Donnell, 18 Feb 2019 17:40

New hire by Apple suggests renewed focus on smart home market

Apple does not quite match up to some other major software companies in terms of smart-home products. It has only one product dedicated to this market: the HomePod. The company may by trying to change this by hiring Sam Jadallah, ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 17 Feb 2019 17:18

TCL could be working on as many as five foldable devices. (Source: TCL/CNET)

TCL may be working on five foldable devices, including a possible smartphone bracelet

A report from CNET mentions that TCL Corporation could be busy working on up to five different foldable devices. It seems two of the devices are tablets, two are smartphones, and one appears to be a combination of a smartphone, sm...

Daniel R Deakin, 17 Feb 2019 04:32

Canon has released its latest full-frame mirrorless EOS-R line camera

Canon has launched a new full-frame mirrorless camera, the EOS RP. Unlike other DSLRs, even those with APS-C, these devices use a sensor equivalent to traditional film (i.e. they measure 36x24mm in total). This confers advantages ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Feb 2019 17:25

Three non-Wear OS-based brands dominated the US smartwatch market in 2018. (Source: Wareable)

Is Wear OS in trouble? About 88% of smartwatches sold in 2018 ran proprietary software

A new report from the NBD Group shows that smartwatch sales in the US increased by 51% from November 2017 to November 2018. Wear OS only accounted for a maximum of 12% of all of these wearables sold. The rest of the sales were tho...

Deirdre O Donnell, 14 Feb 2019 18:41

The Microsoft Surface Pen. (Credit: Neowin)

New Microsoft patent may reduce inadequacies in next-gen Surface Pen

The Surface Pen is Microsoft's answer to the Apple Pencil. It has been described as an effective stylus, albeit one that could produce more accurate digital writing. A new patent may help improve on this with changes to both the P...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 18:27

Huawei Watch GT now available in the US (Source: Amazon)

Huawei's Watch GT is finally available in the US

Released a few months ago, the LiteOS-driven Huawei Watch GT is now finally available for purchase in the US. Listed by Amazon for a regular price of US$199.99, this smart wearable will start shipping on February 19. Its specs and...

Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2019 11:30

The Xiaomi M365 electric scooter. (Source: GearBest)

Update | Security researchers claim to have hacked and remotely controlled Xiaomi electric scooters

The Xiaomi M365 electric scooters is popular with ride-sharing companies such as Bird in the US. They can hire out such vehicles online thanks to the ability to remotely lock rental units as and when they need to. The research gro...

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Feb 2019 19:11

OnLeaks' latest AirPods rumor suggest that the next generation will come in colors beside white. (Source: Colorware)

New Apple AirPod 2 rumors result in 2 possible launch dates in the same day

A new post on the Greek Apple leaks site iPhoneHellas alleges that the second-generation AirPods will launch in March. However, a second tipster, OnLeaks, has also asserted that his sources say they will be released 'in the fall'....

Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Feb 2019 17:36

Some versions of the Dell Hybrid Adapter + Power Bank pose an electric shock hazard. (Source: US CPSC)

Electric shock risk forces Dell to recall Hybrid Adapter + Power Bank accessory for laptops

Dell has had to recall certain versions of its portable charging device, the Hybrid Adapter + Power Bank, because of the risk of electric shock. Apparently, the casing of the black adapter part of the accessory can break, which in...

Daniel R Deakin, 10 Feb 2019 06:07

The original Oculus Rift. (Source: Oculus)

Next-generation Oculus Rift is rumored to have adjustable room lighting and inbuilt tracking sensors

The next Oculus VR headset to be released is rumored to be called the Rift S. The latest leaks on this device suggests that it will come with its own onboard tracking cameras, rather than rely on USB-connected sensors. It may also...

Deirdre O Donnell, 07 Feb 2019 19:29

Reverse wireless charging between the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and the new Galaxy Buds. (Source: Twitter/Roland Quandt)

Major Samsung Galaxy S10 leaks: Live images and reverse wireless chargeable Galaxy Buds

A new set of leaks concerning the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 has appeared, including information and a picture of a brand-new product. There are some live photos of two different Galaxy S10 devices in the hand, and there is an im...

Daniel R Deakin, 07 Feb 2019 06:26

A diagram from the patent for the new kind of S Pen. (Source: Patently Mobile)

Samsung Galaxy Note: New patent hints at inbuilt camera for next-gen S Pen

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9's S Pen gained interesting new Bluetooth capabilities over previous versions of the same stylus last year. Now, the OEM has obtained a patent to pack a whole camera into a version of the same component. T...

Deirdre O Donnell, 06 Feb 2019 17:40

The Gear Sport may be getting a successor soon. (Source: Samsung)

Galaxy Sport: fresh leak suggests new direction for the new Samsung smartwatch

The Samsung Gear Sport may get a successor soon, which is likely to be called the Galaxy Sport. This smartwatch will be the first product to feature Bixby Reminders. A new leak allegedly associated with this wearable shows that it...

Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Feb 2019 17:49

The new Anker PowerLine II USB-C to Lightning cable. (Source: Anker)

Anker has launched its first MFi-certified USB type C cable for iPhones

Anker now has a USB type C-to-Lightning cable with MFi certifcation available for pre-order on its website. This cable is 3 feet in length and has TPE shielding for durability and longevity. Anker claims that it can charge an iPho...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Feb 2019 19:39

The Fitbit Versa in all its original SKUs. (Source: Wired)

Renders for possible new Fitbit Versa SKUs surface online

TechnoBuffalo has posted a range of images showing a device with Fitbit design language, but in colors previously unknown to this brand. They are apparently called Cyan Blue, Silver, Rose Pink and Purple. The renders have led to s...

Deirdre O Donnell, 04 Feb 2019 19:04

Taylor joins Owen, Shan, Grover, and other young gamers in "We All Win" by Microsoft. (Source: YouTube/Microsoft)

Memorable Microsoft Super Bowl commercial for the Xbox Adaptive Controller tops advertising review

Microsoft has been receiving praise for the Xbox Adaptive Controller commercial that was shown this Super Bowl Sunday. The clip, which was called “We All Win,” gives some children with disabilities the opportunity to speak about t...

Daniel R Deakin, 04 Feb 2019 07:05

February could be a good time to think about that new 4K TV in the US. (Source: 4K.com)

February is one of the best times of year to get a new TV in the US: online deals company

RetailMeNot, a company that collates online deals for consumers, has released a report indicating that this month is a good time to buy a new TV, along with some other appliances - second only to the Black Friday weekend, in fact....

Deirdre O Donnell, 02 Feb 2019 17:25

Noctua's new NT-H2 hybrid thermal compound will be available soon. (Source: Noctua)

Noctua introduces second-generation thermal compound NT-H2

The Austrian company Noctua has issued a press release to announce the introduction of the new NT-H2 thermal compound. The award-winning cooler manufacturer claims the second generation of its “enthusiast-grade” paste managed to d...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Jan 2019 23:38

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A new kind of smartphone stand may solve common wireless charging problem

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Corning is working on Gorilla Glass for foldable smartphones but it could take years

Vivo has set up a collaboration to test out truly wireless charging tech for its phones

A Twitter user claims an Android TV allowed access to other users' Google Photos data

Leak claims AirPods 2 and case can be fully charged wirelessly in just 15 minutes

Sony presents CFExpress memory cards that rival NVMe SSDs for highest read/write speeds

New Google Home app update adds ability to control the color of smart-home lighting

The GoPro HERO7 Black now has a limited-edition variant

MWC19 | RAVPower releases its thinnest-ever 45W wall charger with PD

MWC19 | Nubia Alpha: the flexible wrist-phone unveiled at MWC

USB 3.2 will bring Thunderbolt 2-like speeds to desktops this year

Swatch has filed a legal case against Samsung for trademark infringement

Samsung has opened a Bixby Studio in Barcelona

MWC19 | MicroSD cards are getting faster and bigger

MWC19 | Truly wireless charging is closer than ever thanks to a Spigen/Ossia partnership

MWC19 | HTC wants to replace your router with its new 5G Hub

MWC19 | Alcatel's newest tablet has a stand that is also a full-sized speaker

MWC19 | Microsoft HoloLens 2 blurs the line between real and virtual for US$3,500

MWC19 | LG officially reveals the V50 ThinQ 5G and its optional Dual Screen (hands-on photos)

First images of the Microsoft HoloLens 2 leak just hours before launch

Possible LG V50 pictured with 'second-screen' case in new leaks

Lioncast LM60: An RGB gaming mouse and a high-resolution optical sensor for US$80

Samsung joins OPPO in bidding adieu to Blu-ray

New Samsung wearables - the Galaxy Buds, Fit and Watch Active - have been launched

Hands-On: Microsoft Surface Headphones

Logitech to bring back "legendary" Logitech G MX518 gaming mouse

Doogee launches S90 modular rugged smartphone

The world's thinnest wireless charging pad is now up for crowdfunding

New leak re-visits Samsung Galaxy S10+'s potential screen-protection issue

Xiaomi's first own-brand sports watch may be launched via crowdfunding

New hire by Apple suggests renewed focus on smart home market

TCL may be working on five foldable devices, including a possible smartphone bracelet

Canon has released its latest full-frame mirrorless EOS-R line camera

Razer Raiju Mobile Controller Review

Is Wear OS in trouble? About 88% of smartwatches sold in 2018 ran proprietary software

New Microsoft patent may reduce inadequacies in next-gen Surface Pen

Huawei's Watch GT is finally available in the US

Update | Security researchers claim to have hacked and remotely controlled Xiaomi electric scooters

New Apple AirPod 2 rumors result in 2 possible launch dates in the same day

Electric shock risk forces Dell to recall Hybrid Adapter + Power Bank accessory for laptops

Next-generation Oculus Rift is rumored to have adjustable room lighting and inbuilt tracking sensors

Major Samsung Galaxy S10 leaks: Live images and reverse wireless chargeable Galaxy Buds

Samsung Galaxy Note: New patent hints at inbuilt camera for next-gen S Pen

Galaxy Sport: fresh leak suggests new direction for the new Samsung smartwatch

Anker has launched its first MFi-certified USB type C cable for iPhones

Renders for possible new Fitbit Versa SKUs surface online

Memorable Microsoft Super Bowl commercial for the Xbox Adaptive Controller tops advertising review

February is one of the best times of year to get a new TV in the US: online deals company

Noctua introduces second-generation thermal compound NT-H2

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