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Feb 14, 2019
Starting with version 4.22 of the Unreal Engine, Epic Games will be adding native support for real-time ray tracing and path tracing. (Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia's RTX 2000 GPUs to get adoption boost via expanded ray tracing support on Unreal Engine 4

Gamers that were rather reticent regarding the adoption of Nvidia's real-time ray tracing technology implemented in the latest RTX 2000-series GPUs may be interested to know that Epic Games is planning to make it easier for game developers to add ray tracing effects to existing and upcoming games with the release of Unreal Engine 4.22.
Bogdan Solca, 14 Feb 2019 16:26
The new sub-based video service will be integrated with Apple's TV box and app. (Source: Apple)

Apple ready to launch Netflix competitor

The new video streaming service will be officialized on March 25 and should be launched by summer. There will be some free content, some Apple-funded shows, the usual selection of movies and shows, plus the possibility to access content providers like Starz. Additionally, Apple is planning to release a sub-based news service.
Bogdan Solca, 14 Feb 2019 16:02
Raspberry Pi 4: The new single-board computer will cost US$35 and could be based on a 28 nm FinFET process (Image source: Symbolbild)

Raspberry Pi 4: The new single-board computer will cost US$35 and could be based on a 28 nm FinFET process

The next version of the popular single-board computers will be manufactured on a more advanced FinFET process, but it won't be any smaller, according to the CEO of the Raspberry Pi Foundation. The Pi 4 will still cost US$35 though.
Alex Alderson, 14 Feb 2019 15:29
Samsung Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 specs sheet (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Specs sheet of Samsung's Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 surfaces online

According to the recently leaked specs sheet, the upcoming Galaxy A50, A30, and A10 all come with a plastic design and Exynos processors, but there are quite a few differences between them as well. Most specs confirm certain previous rumors, such as the in-display fingerprint reader of the Galaxy A50.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Feb 2019 13:01
The Shuttle DH370: A 1.3 litre PC that supports up to 65 W TDP, 8th generation Intel Core processors. (Image source: Shuttle)

The Shuttle DH370: A 1.3 litre PC that supports up to 8th generation Intel Core i7 processors

Shuttle has expanded its range of compact Mini PCs. The DH370 is a barebones PC based on the H370 chipset that can be equipped with up to a hexa-core processor.
Alex Alderson, 14 Feb 2019 12:59
The LG G8 will feature both an OLED panel and new display tech that converts the display into a speaker. (Source: LG)

LG G8 to get OLED display, will double as a speaker as rumored

LG has officially revealed that its next-gen G8 ThinQ will be the first G Series phone to feature an OLED panel. Not only that, but as rumored, the G8 display will also double as a speaker transferring similar technology previously seen in some TVs to the smartphone space.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Feb 2019 09:41
Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y Processor

Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y Processor

Kaby Lake x86 2 cores @ 1700 MHz 14nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y processor / SoC
Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1060 is the most popular GPU among Steam users. (Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 tops Steam's GPU survey while RTX cards and AMD's RX Vega make an appearance

Steam has released the details of its hardware and software survey for January 2019. In terms of PC video card usage, Nvidia absolutely dominates the chart with 74% of users having a GPU from the green team. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the most popular graphics card, while the highest-ranked non-Nvidia product is AMD’s Radeon R7 Graphics in 14th place.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Feb 2019 07:46
Laptops to fall in love with this Valentine's Day

Laptops to fall in love with this Valentine's Day

Love is in the air. Valentine's Day is surely a reason for celebration and togetherness for many around the world. This is also a great time to invest in or gift technology that can enhance your partner's work or play. In this article, we've lined-up some of the best laptops that we think will complement most personalities. These laptops are not just ones that you can gift to the ones you love; they are also ones that you can fall in love with, too.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Feb 2019 07:04
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is a colorful and bright remake of the Game Boy classic. (Source: Nintendo)

Latest Nintendo Direct broadcast features Zelda, Hellblade, Dragon Quest, Fire Emblem, Tetris, and of course Mario

The latest Nintendo Direct broadcast has revealed a treasure trove of games and plans that will keep even the fussiest Nintendo fan content. Among the games featured were Super Mario Maker 2, a battle royale version of Tetris called Tetris 99, and Dragon Quest XI. However, the presentation’s main event was clearly the introduction of the gorgeous-looking The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 Feb 2019 06:02
Asus ZenBook 15 vs. Dell XPS 15: Still not enough to dethrone Dell

Asus ZenBook 15 vs. Dell XPS 15: Still not enough to dethrone the popular 15-inch king

The bestselling Dell XPS laptop manages to be faster, tougher, brighter, and more feature-packed than the new competing Asus ZenBook 15 without running any louder or shorter. In return, the Asus laptop is much lighter and even a bit smaller, but its advantages don't go much deeper.
Allen Ngo, 14 Feb 2019 04:57
Feb 13, 2019
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Zive: HP Spectre x360: Výkon, kterým se odlišíte, El chapuzas Informatico: Review: MSI GE75 Raider 8RF, Jagat Review: Review Laptop Gaming: Dell G7 15 7588 (GTX 1060), Tekno Seyir: Lenovo Legion Y530 MTX Gaming Laptop İnceleme, PC Lab.pl: Asus TUF Gaming FX705GD – laptop gamingowy z certyfikatem MIL-STD-810G., Laptop.bg: Ревю на Dell Inspiron 17 7786 2-in-1 – колко добър може да е един 17-инчов хибрид?, 01Net: Test : Razer Blade Stealth 13, l'ultraportable qui répond à toutes les exigences des créatifs, 01Net: Test : Dell Alienware m15, un très bon portable gamer...si vous supportez son bruit, Giz.ro: Lenovo ThinkPad P72 review – workstation performant cu ecran de 17-inch, Tabletowo: Lenovo Yoga C930 – czy najpiękniejszy oznacza też, że najlepszy? (recenzja), Giz.ro: Lenovo Yoga C930 review – convertibil premium în versiunea 2019, El chapuzas Informatico: Review: Asus ROG Strix SCAR II (GL504GS), Notebook.cz: RECENZE: Acer Swift 5 (SF515-51T) - ultratenký 15,6'' notebook s hmotností pod jeden kilogram, M3 PC för alla: Lenovo Yoga Book C930 – unik laptop med läsplatta som tangentbord, Tekno Seyir: Lenovo V330 İncelemesi ve Hackintosh Deneyimleri, Zoom: Обзор планшета "2-в-1" Lenovo Yoga Book C930: ноутбук без клавиш, Laptop Reviews: Ревю на Acer Aspire 5 (A515-52G) – бюджетно мултимедийно устройство за обикновения потребител, Laptop.bg: Ревю на Lenovo Legion Y730 – премиум Legion Y530, M3 PC för alla: Lenovo Tab P10: En surplatta utan egentligt syfte, Arena IT: Review Motorola One – smartphone mid-range excelent, campion la autonomie, MuyComputer: Razer Phone 2, análisis: potencia gaming en tu bolsillo, Smartphone Italia: Preview Razer Phone 2 by Smartphone Italia, Pianeta Cellulare: Recensione Oppo RX17 Pro, finalmente qualcosa di interessante, Smartphone Italia: Recensione Nokia 7.1 by Smartphone Italia, Computerblog.ro: Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) review, M3 PC för alla: Nokia 8.1 – bantat flaggskepp med många bra kvaliteter, Newesc: Review Convertible Chuwi Hi10 Air, Wiz Blog: Focus: il dibattuto schermo del Samsung Galaxy S9, Tabletowo: Samsung Galaxy A7 2018 – smartfon, który przywrócił mi wiarę w aktualizacje (recenzja), Hipertextual: Samsung Galaxy A9 2018, Hipertextual: Asus ROG Phone, MuyComputer: OnePlus 6T, análisis: fuerza y equilibrio, Tabletowo: Recenzja Alcatel 5V – nieprzyzwoicie dobrego budżetowca, zawstydzającego niejednego droższego smartfona, AndroidWorld.it: Recensione OnePlus 6T McLaren, AndroidWorld.it: Recensione Elephone A5, AndroidWorld.it: Recensione Samsung Galaxy J4+, AndroidWorld.it: Recensione Wiko View 2 Go, AndroidWorld.it: Recensione Chuwi Hi9 Plus, Movil Zona: Análisis Del Samsung Galaxy A9 2018: Prueba A Fondo, Características Y Opinión, Jagat Review: Review Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite: Kualitas Sesuai dengan Harga, M3 PC för alla: Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 – årets första flaggskepp, Teltarif: Honor 10 lite: Premium-Klasse für schmale Budgets im Test, Pianeta Cellulare: Recensione Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite con Android 9 Pie ufficiale, Smartphone Italia: Recensione Huawei Mate 20 Lite by Smartphone Italia, Smartphone Italia: Recensione Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite by Smartphone Italia, Geekbecois: [CES 2019] Huawei MateBook 13 : un concurrent pour le MacBook Air d’Apple, Smartphone Italia: Preview Huawei Mate 20 Pro by Smartphone Italia, Tecno Cino: Huawei Mate 20 Lite: Recensione E Pro Contro Completa, Tecno Cino: Huawei Mate 20: Recensione E Pro&Contro Del Top Di Gamma, Newesc: Review Xiaomi Mi 8 SE, AndroidWorld.it: Recensione Honor 10 Lite, Le monde numerique: Huawei P Smart 2019, Tutto Android: Recensione Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 (Global): quasi perfetto, se amate lo slider, Tutto Android: Recensione HONOR 10 Lite: una conferma destinata a piacere, AndroidWorld.it: Recensione Huawei P Smart 2019: il re della fascia bassa è qui (foto e video), Phonandroid: Test du Honor 10 Lite : tiens, un autre Huawei P Smart 2019 !, Tutto Android: Recensione Huawei P Smart 2019: guardate come luccica, Phonandroid: Prise en main du Honor View 20 : des petits trous toujours des petits trous, 01Net: Test du Honor 10 Lite : une formule classique pour un prix compétitif, Phonandroid: Test du Xiaomi Mi 8 Lite : entre gâchis et frustration, 01Net: Test du Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro : toujours le meilleur des smartphones à 250 euros, Tuexperto: Lg G7 Fit, Lo Hemos Probado
The Facebook group blocks 2 million WhatsApp accounts per month

How WhatsApp discovers spam without reading messages

How can spam messages be detected in end-to-end encryption? WhatsApp uses other tools and can already track 75% automatically using AI. Through this process, two million WhatsApp accounts are blocked per month.
Daniel Puschina, 13 Feb 2019 21:37
Galaxy S8 units may already be receiving their new security update. (Source: Walmart)

Samsung Galaxy S8 series will get new security patch this month, but no major OS updates

Samsung had been rumored to be preparing a February security patch for the Galaxy S8, sparking speculation that it would also come with the official update to Android 9.0 (Pie) for the 2017 flagship. This patch is now reportedly arriving on the devices in question, but it is still based on Oreo. Therefore, fans of this phone still have another month to wait for their major OS upgrade.
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 19:19
Acer Aspire, Chromebook, and Nitro systems are on sale for President's Day (Image source: Newegg)

Acer Aspire, Chromebook, and Nitro systems are on sale for President's Day

Get a 17-inch gaming laptop with GTX 1060 graphics for $920 USD and more from now until the end of next week. The sale spans multiple retail outlets including Newegg, Office Depot, Staples, Walmart, Best Buy, and Target.
Allen Ngo, 13 Feb 2019 19:15
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 Pen and the screen used.
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 18:27
The SilentiumPC Armis AR7X TG RGB (Image source: Silentium PC)

The SilentiumPC Armis AR7X TG RGB: A colourful and feature-packed, yet affordable Midi Tower case

SilentiumPC has announced its latest Midi Tower, the Armis AR7X TG RGB. The case costs around £125 (~ US$161) and includes tempered glass panels along with four Sigma HP Corona RGB 120 mm fans and enough space for up to 420 mm long GPUs.
Alex Alderson, 13 Feb 2019 17:05
The company is planning to refocus all its business strategies for 2019. (Source: Owler)

Activision Blizzard laying off 8% of its personnel, begins refocusing process

The latest layoffs should help the company refocus its strategies. CEO Bobby Kotick admitted that Activision Blizzard underperformed in Q4 2018 and a new business plan needs to be implemented for 2019. Thus, the company will try to focus more on its major franchises and bring in more developers to help with this endeavor.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Feb 2019 16:36
The OPPO F11 Pro will come with a 48 MP main camera and a 32 MP selfie cam. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO F11 Pro with 48 MP camera coming soon

The F11 Pro was recently confirmed in an official teaser video posted on OPPO's Twitter account. The short teaser also mentions the inclusion of a 48 MP main camera. Other rumored specs for OPPO's upcoming flagship include a Snapdragon 855 SoC coupled with 6 GB of RAM and 64 / 128 GB of storage, a 6.5-inch IPS display and a 32 MP selfie cam with pop-up design.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Feb 2019 16:03
Some of the new leaked images associated with the Mi 9. (Source: GizmoChina)

Xiaomi Mi 9 gains 3 discrete new leaks in same day

The Mi 9 is Xiaomi's most likely candidate for the OEM's next flagship. It may improve on its predecessor with triple cameras and a more up-to-date front panel. SlashLeaks has posted not 1 but 3 new pages on this subject today (February 13, 2019).
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 14:42
Samsung may have used the name S10e itself for the first time today. (Source: BGR)

Leak straight from Samsung appears to put Galaxy S10 nomenclature beyond doubt

SamMobile has caught Samsung France posting a page detailing the Galaxy S10 line in full on its own website. It lists SKU names discovered in previous leaks, the novel S10e model name included. However, it made no reference to the alleged 5G version of the imminent flagship.
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 14:02
Google and Apple have come under fire for hosting a certain app in the Middle East. (Source: Search Engine Land)

Apple and Google have been accused of facilitating human rights infringements in Saudi Arabia

The Apple App Store and Google Play Store host an app called Absher in Saudi Arabia. It is an official portal by which users can manage their legal travel-related obligations. However, multiple Middle East experts allege that it is also used to restrict freedom of movement for women in the country.
Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Feb 2019 13:25
What do you think this represents? (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung teases the Galaxy F in a new promotional video

Should we take Samsung so literally? The company has ramped up its "The Future Unfolds" marketing ahead of its Galaxy UNPACKED event next week with a new teaser video and more billboards that point towards the unveiling of the Galaxy F, its rumoured and much speculated about foldable smartphone.
Alex Alderson, 13 Feb 2019 13:21
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 rugged Android tablet hits India February 2019

MIL-STD 810G-certified Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 coming to India tomorrow

Released more than a year ago, the Exynos 7870-powered Galaxy Tab Active 2 is now ready to hit India. This IP68- and MIL-STD 810G-certified rugged Android slate will be launched tomorrow during a special press event. In the US, this tablet retails for US$420 (WiFi only) and US$520 (carrier unlocked LTE).
Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2019 12:28
Sony XA3 Plus/Ultra has leaked out with an incredibly tall 6.5-inch 21:9 display. (Source: WinFuture)

Even taller Sony XA3 Plus leaks out with 6.5-inch wide-screen display

We’ve already seen the leaked Sony Xperia XA3 with its tall 21:9 widescreen 5.9-inch cinema display, but if you thought that was weirdly tall and long, Sony is set to outdo even that. The Xperia XA3 Plus has now leaked out and will be even taller with a 6.5-inch ultra-widescreen display.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Feb 2019 12:02
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 features include continuous heart rate monitoring, built-in GPS, sleep tracking, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2019 11:30
Google also pays companies like Samsung billions of dollars for default search engine status. (Source: Mashable)

Analysts estimate Google paid Apple US$9.5 billion in 2018 for default search engine status

Analysts for the financial services giant Goldman Sachs have estimated that Google paid Apple around US$9.5 billion over the calendar year 2018 to remain the default search engine on iOS-powered devices. Bankers are concerned that Apple, especially its Services division, is relying too heavily on this particular revenue source.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Feb 2019 10:36
The Division 2 open beta official flyer (Source: Ubisoft)

The Division 2 open beta will start on March 1

Those who missed the private beta stage of Ubisoft's upcoming title The Division 2 can join the open beta, which is scheduled to begin on March 1. Sadly, the open beta will only run for three days and the trial will end on March 4. The game will launch on March 15 on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2019 10:10
Owners of qualifying Samsung devices can get between US$150 and US$550 credit. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung offering up to US$550 off a Galaxy S10 smartphone purchase for trade-in reservations

Samsung is offering a decent trade-in deal for those early birds who are willing to make a reservation for a qualifying Galaxy smartphone. The South Korean manufacturer will give up to US$550 in credit, depending on the valuation of your trade-in handset, towards the purchase of “Samsung’s next flagship Galaxy device”. Those who reserve during the qualifying period will also get US$50 of credit for accessories.
Daniel R Deakin, 13 Feb 2019 08:14
Image via Evan Blass (@evleaks)

Evan Blass reveals leaked renders of LG G8 ThinQ, confirming earlier renders from XDA

New renders posted by renowned leaker Evan Blass (@evleaks) on Twitter all but confirm the LG G8 ThinQ's design. These renders match those posted on the XDA Developers forum last month. Sadly, that means the G8 ThinQ will look almost identical to the G7 ThinQ. At least it still has a headphone jack.
Sam Medley, 13 Feb 2019 06:11
Dell Inspiron, XPS, Vostro, and Alienware systems are all on sale for President's Day (Source: Dell)

Dell XPS, Inspiron, Precision, and Alienware systems are all on sale for President's Day

Get the XPS 13 9370 with 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB SSD, and a Core i7-8550U CPU for $1175 USD. Deals will last until early next week in an attempt to clear out older stock and make room for newer models.
Allen Ngo, 13 Feb 2019 06:09
Feb 12, 2019
Image via Sony (w/ edits)

Walmart slashes price on PlayStation Classic down to $40

Despite its critical and commercial failure, the PlayStation Classic may be an attractive retro gaming device, especially given Walmart's latest price cut. The PlayStation Classic can be found at Walmart for a mere $40, 60% less than its original retail price. Additionally, those willing to hack or modify their PlayStation Classic may find the mini-console to be a suitable emulation box.
Sam Medley, 12 Feb 2019 23:57
Nokia 3.1 Plus

81% Nokia 3.1 Plus Smartphone Review

Svelte marathon runner. The Nokia 3.1 Plus claims several days of battery life while at the same time offering a fast and svelte Android One experience on decent hardware. Find out in our review what to expect from the Nokia 3.1 Plus.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762, PowerVR GE8320, 6", 180 g
Mike Wobker, 12 Feb 2019 22:35
LG Q9 One Android handset with Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (Source: LG South Korea)

LG Q9 One unveiled in South Korea

If the "new" LG Q9 One seems to have an outdated processor, the reality might surprise you: this handset is a rebranded LG G7 One, which was unveiled at IFA 2018. The only noticeable difference is that the Q9 One comes loaded with Android 9.0 Pie out of the box (the G7 One arrived with Android 8.1 Oreo onboard).
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 20:55
MSI GL73 8SE (i7-8750H, RTX 2060) Laptop Review

82% MSI GL73 8SE (i7-8750H, RTX 2060) Laptop Review

RTX on a budget. Even the slowest GeForce RTX 2060 laptop can be as fast as a GTX 1070 Max-Q. MSI's entry-level RTX offering can game almost as well as its high-end GE or GT series at the cost of auxiliary features and connectivity options.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 17.3", 2.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 12 Feb 2019 19:44
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 group Zimperium has claimed to be able to hi-jack this mechanism due to vulnerabilities found in Xiaomi's Bluetooth authentication procedure for the M365.
Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Feb 2019 19:11
Nokia 9 PureView at FCC (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Nokia 9 PureView lands at FCC

Previously expected to arrive in the first days of December, the Nokia 9 PureView will probably be unveiled later this month in Barcelona, at HMD Global's official press event that is scheduled to take place before the opening day of MWC 2019. Finally listed by the FCC, this handset will come in single-SIM and dual-SIM variants.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 19:09
Reddit has accepted a sizeable investment from Tencent. (Source: Reddit)

Tencent has invested US$150 million in Reddit

Reddit has just secured a large-scale investment in the form of round D funding to the tune of US$300 million. Tencent - a company whose home nation has blocked the social media platform - has contributed 50% of this figure. The move has sparked speculation that Reddit's new part-ownership may lead to adversity such as increased censorship on the popular website.
Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Feb 2019 18:13
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'. Both reports contain different details on what their maker may release alongside or in conjunction with these wireless earbuds.
Deirdre O Donnell, 12 Feb 2019 17:36
UMIDIGI S3 Pro with MediaTek Helio P70 and 48 MP main camera (Source: UMIDIGI)

UMIDIGI S3 Pro hits Indiegogo at US$269 with 48 MP Sony main camera

Chinese brand UMIDIGI is back with the S3 Pro, a handset that sports a generous 6.3-inch display with waterdrop notch and a main camera setup that combines a 48 MP Sony camera with a 12 MP shooter for bokeh effects. Early Indiegogo backers can get this MediaTek Helio P70-driven phablet for just US$269 and shipments should begin next month.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 17:04
Nubia MWC 2019 teaser, flexible smartphone coming up (Source: Weibo)

MWC 2019 | Nubia teases flexible device in advance of its MWC 2019 unveil

ZTE's sub-brand Nubia came out of the blue with a teaser for a flexible smartphone that will be unveiled at MWC 2019. Unfortunately, the "Flex Your Life" headline doesn't say much. While this can suggest something different than a foldable handset, most major brands are expected to unveil such a device later this month in Barcelona.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 14:13
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 announced as special healthcare edition

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop announced as special healthcare edition

Lenovo has announced the first T series ThinkPad of 2019. The Lenovo ThinkPad T490, the "bread-and-butter" model of the series, has been announced today as a special edition for the healthcare sector.
Benjamin Herzig, 12 Feb 2019 14:07
Huawei Mate 20 Pro Smartphone Review

87% Huawei Mate 20 Pro Smartphone Review

Strong piece - The Huawei Mate 20 Pro’s spec sheet is littered with flagship-level hardware, including the new Kirin 980 SoC, the currently fastest LTE modem in a consumer smartphone, reverse wireless charging and a fingerprint sensor underneath its display. This review will be putting all this new hardware and more through its paces to determine whether the Mate 20 Pro’s technical prowess translates into real-world performance.
Update: Wi-Fi tests with final firmware and information about the Huawei wireless charger added.
HiSilicon Kirin 980, ARM Mali-G76 MP10, 6.3", 189 g
Allen Ngo, Daniel Schmidt, 12 Feb 2019 14:04
Vivo sub-brand iQOO now official, first devices coming soon (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Vivo announces iQOO sub-brand, first devices to launch soon

Most major Chinese smartphone brands also have successful sub-brands: Huawei has Honor, Oppo's Realme is just one year old but already doing great, Xiaomi's POCO is also quite popular, and now the time has come for Vivo to create its own sub-brand. iQOO is now an official brand and the first smartphones to carry its name are expected to arrive pretty soon.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 10:50
Acer Swift 5 SF515-51T (i7-8565U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

87% Acer Swift 5 SF515-51T (i7-8565U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

999 grams. Acer has created a 15.6-inch notebook that is light as a feather and features up-to-date technology: a Whiskey Lake processor, an NVMe SSD and (dual-channel) DDR4 RAM. Of course these features don't come cheap: The device is available for around $1400.
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 999 g
Sascha Mölck, 12 Feb 2019 10:36
The Pixel Visual Core debuted in the Pixel 2 and was Google's first piece of custom silicon. (Source: Google)

Google chip design team bolstered by new Intel, Qualcomm hires

Google is continuing to ramp up its efforts in the custom silicon space. According to Reuters, the company has just added 16 new staff to its “gChips” team based in Bengaluru India with backgrounds working with chip makers include Intel, Qualcomm, Broadcom and Nvidia.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 12 Feb 2019 10:25
Samsung Galaxy A50 FCC listing - connectivity (Source: MySmartPrice News)

Samsung Galaxy A50 hits FCC, 15 W wired fast charging in tow

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy A50 has surfaced at the FCC, and this listing reveals that it will come with the EP-TA200 fast charger, so the handset supports 15 W wired fast charging. The Galaxy A50 apparently features a 6.22-inch display, although some previous rumors suggested that it sports a 6-inch touchscreen.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2019 10:00
Real Galaxy S10+ banner possibly to be used for the upcoming Samsung Unpacked event on February 20. (Source: Twitter/Evan Blass)

Update | Samsung Galaxy S10 series leak roundup: colors, cameras, hardware, prices

Notebookcheck has reported frequently on rumors and leaks surrounding the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 series. There is a considerable amount of excitement about the flagship smartphones from the South Korean manufacturer, and it is easy to forget details about the S10e, S10, and S10+ in all the press activity. This roundup should help give an idea of what to expect from each of the devices.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2019 08:02
New Razer Blade Stealth BIOS update addresses battery charging and electronic noise issues (Source: Razer)

New Blade Stealth having charging issues? Razer says to contact them directly for a BIOS update

Razer has notified us that it has investigated a number of issues impacting a limited number of retail Blade Stealth units. If you're experiencing any of the following, then this new BIOS and EC update should do the trick.
Allen Ngo, 12 Feb 2019 06:39
The Xiaomi "Flex" foldable looks amazing but seems quite wide in smartphone mode. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Expertly created renders of Xiaomi's foldable device are superb but highlight one potential issue

LetsGoDigital has published some fantastic artistic renders of Xiaomi’s upcoming foldable device, which could end up being called the Xiaomi Dual Flex, the Xiaomi MIX Flex, or something completely different. The device in the renders certainly catches the eye with its sophisticated look and somewhat slender profile. But the images also show a facet of the foldable that could end up bothering some users.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2019 06:05
Asus Zenbook 15 UX533FD

86% Asus ZenBook 15 (i7-8565U, GTX1050 Max-Q) Laptop Review

Compact and powerful. Thanks to Intel’s Core i7-8565U and Nvidia’s GTX 1050 Max-Q, the Asus ZenBook 15 packs a lot of performance in a very slim chassis. With a fast SSD and 16 GB of RAM, the Asus notebook does not leave anything to be desired. Read our review to find out if this is truly so.
Intel Core i7-8565U, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Max-Q, 15.6", 1.6 kg
Mike Wobker, 12 Feb 2019 00:19

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