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May 19, 2019
The Mi Mix 3 was positively received. (Source: Xiaomi)

Incredible Mi Mix 4 leak hints towards a potential Samsung Galaxy Note 10 competitor

A new leak on the Mi Mix 4 has revealed a mouth-watering specifications sheet that would see the Xiaomi flagship compete against traditional flagship giants like the upcoming Huawei Mate 30 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Note 10. Features start with a 2K AMOLED 120 Hz display and get a lot crazier.
Ricci Rox, 19 May 2019 13:39
Set to hit the shores of DxOMark. (Source: Huawei Central)

The Honor 20 Pro is set to storm DxOMark in grand style

Honor will unveil its two new flagships, the Honor 20 and Honor 20 Pro, at an event in London on May 21. The Honor 20 Pro, in particular, is gearing up to be a photography monster, and Honor has enough confidence in it to make it its first device to be evaluated by DxOMark.
Ricci Rox, 19 May 2019 13:38
The Exynos chip headed for the Galaxy S12 will be built on Samsung's breakthrough 3nm GAA fab process. (Source: Samsung)

Minimum 50% battery life boost for Galaxy S12 over S10 thanks to Samsung fab breakthrough

Samsung Semiconductor held its Foundry Forum this week and announced a breakthrough in its fabrication process for making the Exynos chips that power its Galaxy smartphones. The new technique will give the company at least a 12-month lead on the competition in moving to the 3nm process that will result in a 50 percent boost in battery life just in time for the Galaxy S12.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 May 2019 12:50
Pablo Picasso was born in Málaga, Spain in 1881. (Image source: as.com)

Picasso selected as codename for Samsung Galaxy S11; not to be confused with AMD's Zen+ mobile APUs

“Picasso” has been revealed as the research and development codename for Samsung’s Galaxy S11 smartphone. It seems an interesting and appropriate choice by the South Korean manufacturer, which has already selected another world-famous artist to represent its upcoming Galaxy Note 10 device: Da Vinci.
Daniel R Deakin, 19 May 2019 11:16
PCIe Gen4 in the Gigabyte X470 Aorus Gaming Wi-Fi 7 motherboard. (Source: u/mVran on Reddit)

Gigabyte's latest BIOS update enables PCIe 4.0 support on its AMD X470 and B450 motherboards

Gigabyte has released new AGESA microcode updates for its X470 and B450 offerings that seem to enable PCIe Gen4 support in the BIOS. The feature, originally thought to be available only on upcoming AMD X570 motherboards, can enable Gen4 speeds on the nearest PCIe slot connected to the Ryzen 3000 CPU. Other PCIe lanes going to the chipset and M.2 slots will continue to operate at PCIe Gen3 speeds.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 May 2019 11:11
The Samsung Notebook Odyssey has a unique appearance. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung's expensive Notebook Odyssey with i7-8750H and RTX 2060 will likely struggle against dedicated gaming brands

Samsung’s new Notebook Odyssey gaming laptop (NP850XBC-X01US) is now available for pre-order. The somewhat distinctive-looking device features a display that seems to sit precariously on a large central hinge. Featuring an i7-8750H and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 GPU, Samsung is optimistically charging US$1,999.99 for its latest laptop.
Daniel R Deakin, 19 May 2019 10:36
Arduino has launched its new Nano line of compact boards. (Source: Arduino)

Arduino launchs new Nano board range

Open source hardware maker Arduino has launched its new Nano line of computing boards. In all there are four new products that are targeted at compact projects for enthusiasts ranging in price from just US$9.90 through to just US$29.50.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 May 2019 10:17
It looks like the Galaxy Note 10 might be in for a design change. (Image source: PricePony)

Samsung could be upsetting the applecart with radical camera setup changes for the Galaxy Note 10

Leaked information about the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 has offered a surprise in regard to the upcoming device’s camera setups. Although the actual details that have been shared are somewhat vague and even ambiguous, it hasn’t stopped commentators speculating on what the South Korean manufacturer is preparing for its flagship phablet.
Daniel R Deakin, 19 May 2019 09:20
Nura has launched its first adaptive earphones dubbed the NuraLoop. (Source: Nura)

Nura's new learning NuraLoop earphones are up for pre-order

Nura the company behind the critically acclaimed NuraPhone learning headphones has launched its first Bluetooth earphones. The like NuraPhone, the NuraLoop learns and adapts to the way a listener’s ears respond to audio tones to create a customized listening experience.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 May 2019 08:04
Asura M.2 SSDs now available with removable heatsink, RGB lighting, and a 7-year warranty (Source: Asura)

Asura Genesis Xtreme M.2 SSDs now available with removable heatsink, RGB lighting, and a 7-year warranty

The manufacturer is claiming to have the world's first ever M.2 SSD with RGB lights and a modular heatsink to prevent performance throttling. SKUs range from 256 GB up to 2 TB with prices starting at $80 USD.
Allen Ngo, 19 May 2019 06:15
The Mate 20 X now has a 5G variant set to go on sale in Europe next month. (Source: Huawei)

Mate 20 X 5G coming to Europe next month

Huawei has revealed what will be its first 5G smartphone to hit the market. The device is an update of the behemoth Mate 20 X that features the Chinese company’s home-grown Balong 5000 5G chipset.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 19 May 2019 04:46
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80 new external reviews +
Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis] MSI PS63 Modern 8RC-013ES, el portátil ultrabook que tanto esperabas al precio que soñabas, Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis] MSI GS75 Stealth 8SE-066ES, el ultraportátil para juegos definitivo en oferta limitada, Xataka: OPPO Reno 10x Zoom, primeras impresiones: la correcta evolución de las cámaras modulares, Leonardo.it Tech: MSI GS65 Stealth 8SF: ora con GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q, Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis] Lenovo Ideapad 330-15IKBR, un portátil elegante y potente perfecto para la jornada diaria, Leonardo.it Tech: MSI P65 Creator 8RF: pensato per i creativi. La recensione, Frandroid: Test du Dell XPS 13 9380 (2019) : du mieux et du moins bon, Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis] Lenovo Ideapad 330, un potente portátil Core i7 de 17 pulgadas en oferta limitada, Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis + Cupón] UMIDIGI F1 Play, ¡Hazte con lo nuevo de UMIDIGI en esta oferta limitada de GearBest!, Golden Geek: Avis Honor View 20 : le bond en avant, Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis] HP Pavilion 15-cw0001ns, un portátil de 15'' elegante, ligero, potente y económico, Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis] HP Pavilion 14-ce0002ns, un portátil ultrabook Core i5 con gráfica dedicada a precio de oportunidad, Ofertaman: Lenovo Ideapad 330-15ICH (81FK00EGSP). Portátil 15,6" gran relación potencia-precio (699 €), Ofertaman: Acer Aspire 3 A315-41-R84K. Portátil 15,6" con AMD Ryzen 3 2200U, 8 GB RAM y SSD de 256 GB (399 €), Ofertaman: ¡Chollo! HP 250 G6 (4WV09EA). Portátil 15,6" muy barato con SSD y sin Windows 10 (209 €), Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLO! HP Pavilion 14-ce0002ns. Portátil 14,0" equilibrado (639 €), Ofertaman: ¡Chollo! Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-52-78X3. Portátil de 17,3" potente (898 €), Ofertaman: Medion Akoya S4401 (MD 61268). Convertible 14,0" con procesador Intel Core i5-8250U y SSD (539 €), Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLO! Medion Akoya S6445 (30025467). Portátil 15,6" barato muy bien configurado (349 €), Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLO! Medion Erazer P6705 (MD61347). Portátil gaming muy completo (929 €), Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLO! Lenovo Yoga 530-14ARR (81H9001ASP). Convertible 14,0" con AMD Ryzen 5 2500U (599 €), Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLO! Medion Akoya S6445 (30025464). Portátil 15,6" con buen diseño y pantalla FullHD IPS (439 €), Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLAZO Exprés! Lenovo V330-14IKB (81B0004MGE). Portátil 14,0" alemán Intel Core i5-8250U y SSD NVMe 256 GB (426 €), Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLO 05/04! Medion Erazer P6705 (MD61343). Portátil 15,6" muy barato con Intel Core i5-8300H y nVidia GTX 1050 Ti (719 €), Ofertaman: Lenovo Tab P10. Pros y contras (239 €), Ofertaman: Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (i5, 128 GB). Pros y contras (899 €), Xataka: Gigabyte Aero 15-Y9, análisis: nada es corriente en el portátil gaming de 5000 euros con Core i9 y RTX 2080, Hipertextual: Microsoft Surface Pro 6, Hipertextual: Microsoft Surface Laptop 2, Hipertextual: iPad mini (5ta generación), Computerbild: Lenovo Tab P10 im Test: Gut und günstig?, Geektopia: Análisis: BlackBerry KEY2, Geektopia: Análisis: Motorola One, un móvil prémium con Android One, Consumentenbond: Apple iPad Air (2019), Consumentenbond: Apple iPad mini (2019), Lyd og Billede: Test: Motorola moto G7 Plus, Hitech Vesti: Обзор смартфона Nokia 8.1: нефлагман с оттенками флагмана, Top for Phone: Test du Ulefone Armor X2 : dur dure, Everyeye.it: Neffos X9 Recensione: Uno Smartphone Da 6 Pollici Dal Look Classico, Hitech Vesti: Обзор iPad mini 2019: недостающее звено, Helpix: Vivo V15 Pro - Обзор смартфона с выплывающей камерой, DGL.ru: Обзор ZTE Blade A3 2019: что может простенький смартфон дешевле 5000 рублей, Mobil.se: Test av Moto G7 Power – äntligen en smartphone med extrem batteritid, Mobil.se: Test: Motorola Moto G7 - Anonymast av G7:or, Mobil.se: Test: Apple Ipad Mini (2019) – Liten med lite nytt, Ofertaman: Asus UX433FA-A5090T. Ultrabook 14,0" muy compacto (899 €), Meilleurmobile: [ TEST ] Samsung Galaxy S10 : un smartphone qui frôle l’excellence, Smartphone Italia: Recensione Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 by Smartphone Italia, Mi Mundo Gadget: ▷[Análisis] ASUS VivoBook K540LA-XX1453T, un portátil ultrabook, potente y silencioso en oferta limitada, Smartphone Italia: Unboxing Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 by Smartphone Italia, Smartphone Italia: Unboxing Huawei P30 by Smartphone Italia, Pianeta Cellulare: Recensione Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Globale, meglio di Mi 9?, Pianeta Cellulare: Recensione Huawei P30, meno Pro ma più compatto ed economico, Pianeta Cellulare: Huawei P30 Lite, unboxing e confronto con P30 e P30 Pro, Pianeta Cellulare: Recensione Xiaomi Mi 9, il Top di gamma che costa meno, Pianeta Cellulare: Recensione Huawei P30 Pro, il cameraphone da battere, Pianeta Cellulare: Unboxing Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Global e prime impressioni, finalmente un compatto, Hipertextual: Samsung Galaxy A50, Hipertextual: Huawei P30 Pro, Hipertextual: Huawei P30, Computerbild: Asus FX565 im Test: Viel Power, viel Spaß!, Computerbild: VivoBook S13 im Test: Asus zeigt die Schokoladenseite, Leonardo.it Tech: Huawei Matebook 13: l'Ultrabook si fa più potente, CZC: Recenze: Samsung Galaxy A50 – žádné zbytečné kompromisy, Lyd og Billede: Test: Sony Xperia 10 Plus, Frandroid: Test Du Xiaomi Mi 9 Se : Mignon Et Puissant, Frandroid: Test Du Samsung Galaxy A50 : Frustrant Équilibre, Frandroid: Test Du Xiaomi Redmi 7 : Grosses Performances Pour Petit Budget, Frandroid: Prise En Main Du Samsung Galaxy A80 : Un Flagship De Milieu De Gamme, Frandroid: Test Du Samsung Galaxy J6 Plus : Moi, Moche Et Très Lent, Frandroid: Test Du Black Shark 2 : Le Smartphone Qui Se Voulait Nintendo Switch, Frandroid: Test Du Sony Xperia 10 Plus : La Bonne Idée Pour Se Démarquer, Andrea Galeazzi: Recensione HUAWEI P30, Andrea Galeazzi: Recensione GALAXY FOLD lo SMARTPHONE PIEGHEVOLE, Andrea Galeazzi: Recensione XIAOMI Mi9se, Andrea Galeazzi: Recensione HUAWEI MATEBOOK 13, Xataka: Huawei P30 Lite, análisis: la triple cámara llega a uno de los grandes aspirantes a superventas del año, Xataka: Samsung Galaxy Fold, primeras impresiones: la sensación continua de sostener el móvil del futuro aunque quede trabajo por hacer, Xataka: Xiaomi Mi 9 SE, primeras impresiones: grandes prestaciones y un precio ajustado para revolucionar la gama media
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (i5, Low Power FHD) Laptop Review

89% Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (i5, Low Power FHD) Laptop Review

Slimmer, but does that make it better? It is a bit surprising that the ThinkPad T490s gets a new chassis since the manufacturer has already redesigned the model last year. There are more changes, but not all of them are positive. We have reviewed the new ThinkPad T490s with the Low Power 1080p screen.
Intel Core i5-8265U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 19 May 2019 00:02
May 18, 2019
Huawei Y6 2019

79% Huawei Y6 (2019) Smartphone Review

Art in leather. On the company's website, Huawei mostly highlights the new Y6's (2019) display, selfie camera, sound quality and camera quality in low light. Huawei also emphasizes performance – we're dealing with an entry-level model here. Is the Huawei Y6 (2019) able to live up to the expectations it has raised?
Mediatek Helio A22 MT6761, PowerVR GE8300, 6.09", 150 g
Stefan Schomberg, 18 May 2019 22:27
Acer Swift 3 with Core i7-8550U CPU, 256 GB SSD, and narrow bezels is only $550 right now (Image source: Newegg)

Deal | Acer Swift 3 with Core i7-8550U CPU, 256 GB SSD, and narrow bezels is only $550 right now

Acer's newest entry-level 15.6-inch laptop has almost all the modern features of a pricey flagship including USB Type-C, narrow bezels, SD card reader, 1080p display, and an integrated fingerprint reader all for hundreds of dollars less.
Allen Ngo, 18 May 2019 20:04
We're giving away two PC keys for Watch Dogs 2 and Vanquish

We're giving away two PC keys for Watch Dogs 2 and Vanquish

Enter through our Facebook post for a chance to play one of these solid single-player titles. This time, we want to hear what graphics cards you have and what your favorite gaming genres are.
Allen Ngo, 18 May 2019 19:57
The K20 "demon king" mascot hints at a key aspect of the front of this phone. (Source: Weibo)

The Redmi K20 is now touted as the lightest pop-up camera flagship around

Redmi is currently building a vortex of hype for its upcoming Snapdragon 855 flagship. As a result, it has teased its name (the K20) and a few key specs of the phone to keep us interested. One is its pop-up selfie camera, which, as the brand's general manager now insists, will not weigh the phone down.
Deirdre O Donnell, 18 May 2019 19:50
NVIDIA has squeezed 472 GFLOPS of performance into the tiny Jetson Nano Developer Kit. (Image source: NVIDIA)

The NVIDIA Jetson Nano Developer Kit, a powerful SBC smaller than a Raspberry Pi, is now shipping worldwide for US$99

The Jetson Nano Developer Kit is one mighty single-board computer (SBC). The device can churn out up to 472 GFLOPS of performance, despite its compact form factor, thanks to its quad-core CPU and 128 CUDA core GPU performance. The Developer Kit definitely gives other SBCs like the Raspberry Pi a run for their money.
Alex Alderson, 18 May 2019 19:47
Will the U.S. trade escalations impact the MateBook laptop series? Huawei is uncertain

Will the U.S. trade escalations impact the MateBook laptop series? Huawei is uncertain

Huawei's 2019 flagship laptops may never see the light of day in the United States. The company appears to be in a scramble in regard to its product plans for North American audiences. Fortunately, users can still import the international versions of the MateBook 14 or 2019 MateBook X Pro much like with the Mate 20 smartphone series.
Allen Ngo, 18 May 2019 18:48
The Blackview BV9700 Pro. (Source: Blackview)

The Blackview BV9700 Pro attracts over US$100,000 on Indiegogo in 24 hours

The BV9700 Pro is a phone described as "beyond rugged" by its manufacturer, Blackview. This OEM has put its new device on Indiegogo, as part of a campaign in which it was looking for about US$20,000 to help make it. However, its backers have contributed $119,275 - in the first day alone.
Deirdre O Donnell, 18 May 2019 18:43
The Reolink Go wireless security camera. (Source: Reolink)

The Reolink Go wireless 4G LTE security camera is now available worldwide

The Reolink Go is a possibly worthwhile innovation in the security-cam industry: it is a truly stand-alone product that does not require external power or cables of any sort. Therefore, it can be installed so as to surveil anything the user wants. However, its need for 4G connectivity could be a drawback in some circumstances.
Deirdre O Donnell, 18 May 2019 14:57
WeChat Pay is enhancing its operations in Europe. (Source: WeChat)

WeChat's cross-border payments business plans to break into Europe

WeChat claims to have over 1.1 billion users per month, 800 million of who also use WeChat Pay. Now, the company intends to make the use of this aspect of the service easier to use abroad. This involves improving on its existing payments systems in Europe.
Deirdre O Donnell, 18 May 2019 14:20
The Microsoft Surface Pro 6 has a sturdy design. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft to offer new i5-powered Surface Pro 6 and Surface Book 2 models with more RAM

A large electronics retailer has apparently accidentally revealed two new SKUs for Microsoft’s popular Surface range. The models involved are variants of the Surface Pro 6 and Surface Book 2. It appears the Redmond-based tech giant has decided to allow consumers the opportunity to combine i5 processors with a larger amount of RAM.
Daniel R Deakin, 18 May 2019 11:42
CPU? Check. GPU? Check. Supercar? Check. (Image source: PCPartPicker/Shastarocks)

Racy desktop PC build features a Coffee Lake CPU, a Pascal GPU, and a tiny red supercar

It takes a lot of time, effort, and thought to create the perfect PC build. Not only is there a mountain of potential problems to overcome, but selecting a perfect CPU and GPU combination is also of paramount importance. Sometimes, an i5-8600K and GeForce GTX 1080 really need to be combined with a miniature sports car.
Daniel R Deakin, 18 May 2019 10:52
AMD's Epyc 2 Rome chip has been performing epically on SiSoftware. (Image source: El Chapuzas Informático)

SiSoftware record reveals Dell PowerEdge R6515 racing along with a 32-core Rome chip from AMD

An interesting entry in the SiSoftware SANDRA database has been spotted that has shown a presumably upcoming Dell server being tested with one of AMD’s forthcoming Epyc 2 “Rome” chips. It seems the engineering sample and Dell server get along with each other very well, as the qualification record states “excellent performance.”
Daniel R Deakin, 18 May 2019 09:27
The One Mix 2S has a 7-inch Full HD display. (Image source: One-Netbook)

One-Netbook is preparing the One Mix 3S with Core i5-8200Y for release

One-Netbook has another product coming to the market in the form of the One Mix 3S mini laptop. The 8.4-inch computer will be powered by an Intel Core i5-8200Y and pack 16 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSD in its compact frame. According to leaked advertising material, the One Mix 3S will be released on May 21.
Daniel R Deakin, 18 May 2019 08:27
Consumers were left disappointed when their Nexus 6P suffered issues. (Image source: Notebookcheck.net)

Did you buy a Nexus 6P? You could be due compensation from Google and Huawei

Consumers who experienced bootlooping and battery drain issues with their Nexus 6P devices could receive compensation after Huawei and Google agreed to settle class action lawsuit. Although you'll have to hurry - the claim period is limited!
Hugh Baillie-Lane, 18 May 2019 04:52
MSI GE75 Raider 9SG (Core i9-9880H, RTX 2080) Laptop Review

86% MSI GE75 Raider 9SG (Core i9-9880H, RTX 2080) Laptop Review

Core i9-9880H debut. After a poor debut last year with the 8th gen Core i9-8950HK, the 9th gen Core i9-9880H is actually a great buy especially if you value the high number of simultaneous threads available. Gamers will also benefit from the performance increase over a Core i7-8750H albeit just marginally.
Intel Core i9-9880H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile, 17.3", 2.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 18 May 2019 02:20
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Xataka: Samsung Galaxy A50, análisis: por menos de 300 euros Samsung puede luchar en relación calidad/precio, Fredzone: Test De L’Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2, Xataka: Sony Xperia 10 Plus, análisis: el móvil más "cinematográfico" de la gama media, El Androide Libre: Análisis del Xiaomi Mi 9 SE: compacto, potente y muy recomendable, Xataka: Black Shark 2, análisis: este móvil gaming está ya cerca de ser una auténtica consola portátil, Fredzone: Prise En Main Du Redmi 7, Fredzone: Prise En Main Du Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2, El Androide Libre: Primeras impresiones del Xiaomi Mi 9 SE: pequeño pero matón, El Androide Libre: Análisis del Huawei P30 Pro, un excelente móvil que sobresale en fotografía, El Androide Libre: Samsung Galaxy A80: probamos lo más innovador de Samsung, El Androide Libre: Análisis Samsung Galaxy A50: parece un gama alta, pero no lo es, Androidiani: Xiaomi Mi Mix 3, lo slider phone elegante |Recensione, Top for Phone: Test du Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro (transparent) : pour les amoureux de belle mécanique, Top for Phone: Test de l’Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 (ZB631KL) : une très belle autonomie, Top for Phone: Pour le reste, tous les indicateurs sont au vert., Leonardo.it Tech: Samsung Galaxy S10+ Recensione: Lo Schermo Al Comando, Leonardo.it Tech: Huawei P30 Pro Recensione: Autonomia E Fotocamera Ai Massimi Livelli, Panorama: Samsung Galaxy Fold, la nostra prova, Everyeye.it: Black Shark 2 Recensione: Uno Smartphone Completo, Non Solo Per Il Gaming, Everyeye.it: Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Recensione: Il Miglior Smartphone Sotto I 250 Euro, Leonardo.it Tech: Xiaomi Mi 9 Italia: sempre meglio soprattutto con la fotocamera. La recensione, Leonardo.it Tech: Samsung Galaxy S10e: top di gamma vero, veramente piccolo. La recensione, Hitech Vesti: Обзор смартфона Samsung Galaxy A30: породистый, но доступный, Top for Phone: Test du Redmi Note 7 by Xiaomi : un excellent compromis, Hitech Vesti: Обзор смартфона Xiaomi Mi 9: детали имеют значение, Helpix: Huawei Nova 3 - Обзор классического полуфлагмана, Helpix: Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 - Обзор и пляски с бубном, AndroidWorld.nl: Samsung Galaxy A80 eerste indruk: meer dan slechts innovatief, AndroidWorld.nl: Huawei P30 Pro review: verbluffende camera verbleekt de concurrentie, Mobil.se: Test: Xiaomi Redmi 6A - Budget som funkar, Computerhoy: Asus ZenBook 13 (UX333F), análisis y opinión, Mobil.se: Test: Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 - generöst tilltagen, Mobil.se: Samsung Galaxy S10 i test - Den svåra mellanmodellen, Computerhoy: Black Shark 2, análisis y opinión, Computerhoy: Xiaomi Mi 9, análisis y opinión, Computerhoy: Sony Xperia 10, análisis y opinión
Sony's Xperia 1 is the first smartphone with a 4K HDR OLED display. (Source: Sony)

Sony's Xperia 1 goes on sale July 12 for US$949

Arguably the most anticipated Sony flagship smartphone for some time, the Xperia 1 has finally got an official launch date. First revealed in February, the device will officially go on sale from July 12 priced at US$949 and will bring with it the first 4K HDR OLED display on a smartphone with a 21:9 aspect ratio.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 18 May 2019 01:18
May 17, 2019
The latest SanDisk microSD card packs a 1 TB punch. (Source: SanDisk)

SanDisk now shipping its 1TB microSD card

SanDisk’s long-awaited 1 TB microSD is finally available for purchase. The new card has the potential to expand the storage of Samsung’s recent flagship smartphones, for example, to a massive 1.5 TB of total storage. But it will cost you.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 17 May 2019 23:46
ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW (Core i7-9750H, RTX 2070) Laptop Review

81% ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX502GW (Core i7-9750H, RTX 2070) Laptop Review

Powerful yet slim. Ultrathin gaming laptops are currently on trend with the likes of Gigabyte, MSI and Razer leading the way. ASUS has now updated its GX502 series accordingly, but can its thin chassis handle a Core i7-9750H and a GeForce RTX 2070? Read on to find out.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Florian Glaser, 17 May 2019 21:55
A desktop GTX 1650 can be easily installed on a LattePanda Alpha 864s. (Source: DFRobot)

NVIDIA GTX 1650 on a Single Board Computer? It is now possible with the LattePanda Alpha 864s

The LattePanda Alpha 864s comes with a full PCIe x4 M.2 slot that can be used to install entry-level GPUs such as the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 without the requirement of any additional power supply. The GTX 1650 can easily run modern games above 60 fps at low to mid settings giving the LattePanda a big boost in graphics capabilities.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 17 May 2019 21:16
The Nikon Z 7. (Source: Nikon)

Nikon's new software update for the Z7 and Z6 models adds eye-detection autofocus

Nikon announces a new firmware update for the mirrorless Z 7 and Z 6 full-frame cameras. It upgrades the products with eye-detection autofocus (AF) for still-image shooting. The update also enhances the cameras' low-light AF detection range, and adds an auto-exposure tracking capability to their 'burst' modes.
Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2019 20:24
The video also presents red, blue and black Moto Razr variants. (Source: Weibo)

Leaked Moto Razr 2019 video shows detailed folding mechanism

The renders in the video are based on the marketing shots detailing the contents of the Moto Razr 2019 package leaked a few weeks ago. Additionally we get a closer look at the hinge system that uses dual gears to smooth out the screen fold, plus previews of possible red, black and blue color variants.
Bogdan Solca, 17 May 2019 20:20
The Meizu 16Xs is rumored to get a 48 MP main sensor for its rear triple-cam setup. (Source: TENAA)

Meizu 16Xs renders leaked on TENAA

TENAA already added the front and rear renders for the 16Xs, but the specs are not yet in the database. Still word on the street is that the handheld will be powered by the Snapdragon 712 SoC coupled with 6 GB of RAM and up to 128 GB storage, and it will come with a notch-less display plus a triple-cam setup on the back.
Bogdan Solca, 17 May 2019 19:38
Micro- and mini-LEDs may be the future of lighting. (Source: IEEE Spectrum)

The mini- and micro-LED market is set to grow by at least 100% over next 5 years

Micro- and mini-LEDs may make up the next generation of high-end displays after AMOLED. At present, however, they are more of a niche-application product. However, new research indicates that their market will grow to be worth US$6 million in 2024.
Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2019 19:34
In review: Razer Blade 15 and Gigabyte Aero 15 are using the same 240 Hz panels from Sharp

In review: Razer Blade 15 and Gigabyte Aero 15 are using the same 240 Hz panels from Sharp

The increased fluidity and reduction in motion blur are undeniable when compared to a 60 Hz display. Even so, we'd be lying if we said we could definitively recognize a 240 Hz panel from a 144 Hz panel.
Allen Ngo, 17 May 2019 19:30
The GeIL/ASRock EVO SPEAR Phantom Gaming DDR4 memory. (Source: GeIL)

GeIL partners with ASRock to make new EVO SPEAR Phantom Gaming Edition DDR4 memory kits

Golden Emperor International Ltd (GeIL) has released a new DDR4 memory product based on the long DIMM form factor. As it has collaborated with ASRock for its design, this new line of RAM is called the EVO SPEAR Phantom Gaming Edition. They have variants optimized for AMD and non-AMD boards.
Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2019 19:00
Sprint has opened pre-orders for its first 5G devices. (Source: Sprint)

Sprint launches pre-orders for the LG V50 ThinQ and HTC 5G Hub

Today (May 17, 2019), Sprint has begun taking pre-orders for its first 5g devices. They are the LG V50 ThinQ and HTC's 5G hub. These products are only available in certain regional markets, however.
Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2019 18:30
The ToyBrick RK3399 Pro, a Raspberry Pi-sized SBC that outperforms the NVIDIA Jetson Nano (Image source: Rockchip)

The ToyBrick RK3399 Pro, a Raspberry Pi-sized SBC that outperforms the NVIDIA Jetson Nano

The ToyBrick RK3399 Pro is a developer board that is powered by an RK399Pro SoC, which integrates an ARM Mali-T860MP4 GPU and an RK1808 NPU that can achieve up to 3.0 TOPS. The board can dual-boot Android and Linux out of the box and comes with up to 6 GB RAM and 32 GB of eMMC flash storage.
Alex Alderson, 17 May 2019 17:00
A teaser for the Lenovo Z6 Youth Edition. (Source: Weibo)

Lenovo makes the Z6's Pro 5G and Youth Editions official

Lenovo has revealed that its smartphone flagship, the Z6 Pro, has a 5G variant. However, no pricing or availability information for this device has been released. The OEM has also confirmed that the Z6 Youth Edition does indeed exist, and will launch on May 22, 2019.
Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2019 15:37
The Chuwi MiniBook will come in two versions and three colours (Image source: Chuwi)

Save 25% on a Chuwi MiniBook pre-order, the 8.0-inch GPD and One Mix competitor

The Chuwi MiniBook will come in two versions, the most powerful of which will feature an Intel Core m3-8100Y processor, 8 GB LPDRR4 RAM and a 128 GB SSD. Chuwi will reportedly bring the ultra-mobile PC to crowdfunding platform Indiegogo on June 19.
Alex Alderson, 17 May 2019 14:46
MSI has a gaming meteorite up its laptop sleeve. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Exclusive leaked images show MSI GT76(?) laptop dragon baring its gaming fangs

A handful of images of an unknown MSI gaming laptop have been exclusively shared with Notebookcheck. The device in the pictures has a design language that is reminiscent to products in the Taiwanese company’s GT75 lineup. Unfortunately, no concrete details about the impressive-looking notebook were offered.
Daniel R Deakin, 17 May 2019 14:15
The Vivo Y3. (Source: JD.com)

Vivo Y3 released in China

The Vivo Y3 has been launched in China. As projected through its leaks, it is a budget device, albeit one with triple rear cameras and an extra-large battery. The Y3 is available in pink or blue shades for about US$217.
Deirdre O Donnell, 17 May 2019 13:54
Anthem has had a rough ride in the gaming community. (Image source: NDTV Gadgets)

Apparently Anthem's problems are because of the players

It’s been reported that some of the executives at BioWare, the EA-owned game developer, have been blaming Anthem’s issues on the gamers that play it. Great things were expected from the title, but within days of its release in February it was already facing a lukewarm response from critics and complaints about hardware crashes from players.
Daniel R Deakin, 17 May 2019 10:29
AMD set to detail Zen 2 and Navi architectures in August after the Computex and E3 2019 tease (Source: Hot Chips)

AMD set to detail Zen 2 and Navi architectures in August after the Computex and E3 2019 tease

As if the Playstation 5 and XBox rumors haven't been rampant enough, we can expect even more speculation pieces once AMD gives the deep technical dive into both Zen 2 and Navi during the private Hot Chips 2019 conference.
Allen Ngo, 17 May 2019 10:17
Oppo A9X press render (Source: Indiashopps)

Oppo A9X press renders and full specs leak online

Expected to launch on May 21, the upcoming Oppo A9X is similar to the Oppo F11 in both looks and specs. This phablet-sized device with a 6.5-inch display has a 48 + 5 MP main camera setup, MediaTek Helio P70 processor, 6 GB of memory, 128 GB of internal storage, and runs Android 9.0 Pie-based firmware out of the box.
Codrut Nistor, 17 May 2019 10:01
The Hyper Keyboard Pi turns the RPi board into a handheld PC. (Image source: Booth.pm)

Raspberry Pi board morphs into a gaming device with the Hyper Keyboard Pi

An interesting new custom kit has been discovered that can turn a simple-looking Raspberry Pi board into a handheld gaming console with keyboard and game controls. The Hyper Keyboard Pi is currently being sold for ¥6,980 (~US$64), although users will have to purchase the rest of the key components separately.
Daniel R Deakin, 17 May 2019 09:02
The TinyPICO development board offers Bluetooth 4.2 support. (Image source: Crowd Supply)

TinyPICO: The mighty ESP32 development board that's smaller than a thumb

The TinyPICO ESP32 development board has been making some waves at the Crowd Supply website. The developer of the board set a very realistic goal of US$100, although the little product has proved to be a very popular project to back. The current total stands at US$19,156 for a development board that measures just 18 mm x 32 mm.
Daniel R Deakin, 17 May 2019 08:23
Gigabyte Aero 15 Classic-XA (i7-9750H, RTX 2070 Max-Q) Laptop Review

84% Gigabyte Aero 15 Classic-XA (i7-9750H, RTX 2070 Max-Q) Laptop Review

Compact powerhouse. Gigabyte's slim gaming notebook Aero 15 Classic-XA can display current games smoothly on its matte 15.6-inch screen (240 Hz, FHD, IGZO) thanks to its Core i7-9750H processor and GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q GPU. Its other components look promising as well: an NVMe SSD, 16 GB of RAM in dual-channel mode and Thunderbolt 3.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Sascha Mölck, 17 May 2019 08:00
Affected Titan Security Keys have a printed "T1" or "T2" at the bottom (image: Google).

Security flaw found in Google's Titan Security Keys

A flaw discovered in Google's Bluetooth Low Energy Titan Security Keys leaves a hole open for potential attackers. Under certain circumstances and with proper timing, an attacker could potentially hijack the Bluetooth pairing process used by the Titan to log into a user's account. Google has offered to replace affected Titan Security Keys free of charge.
Sam Medley, 17 May 2019 05:32

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