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Feb 13, 2018
LG Vision AI in action (Source: LG Newsroom)

LG reveals upcoming smartphone AI features

In addition to the LG Vision AI and LG Voice AI features, the next-gen LG smartphones will also come with a set of exclusive voice commands for Google Assistant. These technologies will be shown at MWC 2018 starting February 26.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2018 17:06
Asus is rumored to showcase the ROG gaming phone at MWC this year. (Source: NoypiGeeks)

Rumor | Asus is working on a gaming smartphone

The upcoming smartphone could be showcased at MWC 2018 together with the Zenfone 5 family. Being a gaming device, Asus could also opt to release it under the ROG brand.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Feb 2018 16:08
Gigaset GS370 Plus Smartphone review

81% Gigaset GS370 Plus Smartphone review

Wasted potential. With the GS370 Plus, the German communications company Gigaset offers an attractively priced mid-range smartphone with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Weaknesses with the screen, among other things, damage our overall impression of the 5.7-inch device though.
Mediatek MT6750, ARM Mali-T860 MP2, 5.7", 145 g
Marcus Herbrich, 13 Feb 2018 15:28
The i3-8130U is expected to be announced some time in Febaruary. (Source: Intel)

Update: Now Official | Intel i3-8130U mobile CPU specs get leaked

The unannounced i3-8130U will come as an answer to AMD's entry-level Ryzen 2000U series and is said to feature impressive 3.4 GHz turbo frequencies.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Feb 2018 14:07
Verizon HQ in New York

Verizon to start locking phones later this year

The only major US carrier that offered completely unlocked devices decided to change its policy due to theft, so Verizon Wireless customers who get a new phone now have to go through a probationary period that lasts from the purchase date to the activation of the service.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2018 14:05
NUC Kits based on the new Intel 'Gemini Lake' CPUs are now available. (Source: Intel)

Intel 'June Canyon' NUCs with 'Gemini Lake' CPUs now available

Intel has announced the availability of new NUC kits powered by the new 'Gemini Lake' Pentium Silver and Celeron CPUs. The new kits feature improved integrated graphics and offer a fair degree of customization to meet specific end-user requirements.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 13:46
The Zenbook 13 UX331UN is only 0.5-inch thick and weighs 2.5 lbs. (Source: Asus)

Asus launches sub-US$1,000 Zenbook 13 with Intel i5-8250U and GeForce MX150

The affordable ultrabook from Asus is powered by Intel's Kaby Lake-R i5-8250U CPU coupled with 8 GB of LPDDR3 RAM and the GeForce MX150 GPU. It also comes with 8 GB LPDDR3 RAM, a 256 GB SATA3 SSD and 13.3-inch FHD IPS touchscreen.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Feb 2018 13:11
BLU Vivo X phablet (Source: BLU Products)

BLU Vivo One and Vivo X unlocked Android handsets coming soon

Miami-based BLU Products unleashed two new handsets, namely the quad-camera Vivo X and the budget-friendly Vivo One. Just as expected, both run Android Nougat and use MediaTek processors.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2018 12:25
iOS 12 will focus more on polishing the user experience than introduce new features. (Source: MacRumors)

iOS 12 will finally make 'Peace' with customers

Apple is looking to revamp its software development workflow to balance introduction of new features and ironing out existing bugs. The upcoming iOS 12 internally codenamed 'Peace' will be the first result of this strategy.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 11:55
Fujitsu: Battery recall for some Lifebook and Celsius laptops

Fujitsu: Battery recall for some Lifebook and Celsius laptops

The Japanese PC-manufacturer Fujitsu has announced a recall for some laptop batteries used in older Lifebook and Celsius laptops. As in many past cases, fire hazard is the reason for this recall.
Benjamin Herzig, 13 Feb 2018 11:11
Windows Defender ATP will now enable deep security insights for older Windows versions. (Source: Microsoft)

Windows Defender ATP coming to Windows 7 and Windows 8.1

Microsoft has announced support for Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection, a Windows 10 only feature, to Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1. This is to help organizations protect themselves during the transition to Windows 10 from the aforementioned OSs.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 10:46
Micron plans on releasing SSDs equipped with cheaper QLC memory soon. (Source: Micron)

Micron announces its first SSDs with QLC NAND memory

Micron has announced a lineup of enterprise SSDs using QLC NAND memory and will release the drives soon. These will be among the first available solid state drives using the cheaper QLC technology.
Jonathan Maes, 13 Feb 2018 10:30
Samsung will launch a new wireless charging pad alongside the Galaxy S9 and S9+ smartphones. (Source: WinFuture.de)

Leaked manual reveals a new wireless charger for the Samsung Galaxy S9

Samsung has prepared a new wireless charging pad for its upcoming flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+.
Jonathan Maes, 13 Feb 2018 10:29
Windows 10 'Redstone 5' builds start appearing on BuildFeed. (Source: MSPoweruser)

Windows 10 'Redstone 5' starts appearing on BuildFeed

Windows Insiders in the Skip Ahead ring can expect to receive 'Redstone 5' builds shortly. With 'Redstone 4' (RS4) almost ready for rollout in a month, new RS 4 builds will henceforth be released in the 'rs4_release' branch.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 09:28
Google is all set to overhaul the UX in Android P. (Source: XDA Developers)

Android P to get more 'Notch' friendly

Google has started work on the next iteration of the Android OS, Android P. The update is expected to overhaul the Android UI and also bring OS level support for devices that sport an iPhone X-like notch.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 08:31
You can now opt-in to test previews of individual Windows 10 apps. (Source: Windows Central)

Inbox apps in Windows 10 to get their own previews irrespective of Insider status

Microsoft has started testing previews for Windows 10 inbox apps such as Windows Camera, Photos, Alarm and Clock etc. Users can opt in to these previews irrespective of their current Insider status.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 06:46
How to check if your PC is protected from Meltdown and Spectre

How to check if your PC is protected from Meltdown and Spectre

The Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities exposed inherent flaws in hardware and software design, which we've been using for many years. Chip vendors and developers alike are scrambling to quickly release fixes to prevent any damage to customer data. Intel, AMD along with motherboard partners and Microsoft have released security patches over the past month to cover the necessary mitigation. This tutorial will help you in determining whether your PC has received the required mitigation so as to thwart any potential abuse of these vulnerabilities.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Feb 2018 03:08
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62 new external reviews +
NDTV Gadgets: Asus ROG Strix GL503 Scar Edition Review, V3.co.uk: Hands-on review: Asus ZenBook 13, Hardware Zone: ASUS ROG Strix GL503 review - The Scar and Hero editions, Think Digit: ASUS GX501 Zephyrus Gaming Laptop Review, Tech Smart: Asus Zephyrus GX501, Toptenreviews: Lenovo Yoga 920 Review, Techaeris: Lenovo Ideapad 120s review: Low price and as expected Celeron performance, Techspot: Lenovo Yoga 920 2-in-1 Laptop Review, Ubergizmo English: Sony XPERIA X2A Ultra Review: First Impressions, On MSFT: The Lenovo Ideapad Miix 520: An evolution that won’t last long, Hot Hardware: Lenovo Yoga 920 Review: An Elegant, Powerful 2-In-1 Ultrabook, Computer Shopper: Lenovo Ideapad 120s (11-Inch) Review and Ratings, Computer Shopper: Lenovo Ideapad 120s (14-Inch) Review and Ratings, Tech Nave: The Perfect Tablet for College Students - Huawei Mediapad M3 Lite, PC World: Lenovo Ideapad Miix 520 review: A superb Windows tablet with subpar battery life, PC Mag: Razer Blade Stealth (13.3" QHD+, Early 2018), CNet: Less is more for the even-smaller new Dell XPS 13, NDTV Gadgets: Sony Xperia XA2, Xperia XA2 Ultra First Impressions, Lowyat.net: Dell XPS 13 (2018) Hands On: The Next Logical Step, Techradar: Hands on: Dell XPS 13 review, Trusted Reviews: Sony XA2 Ultra hands-on, Tech Advisor: Dell XPS 13 2018 review: Hands-on, Trusted Reviews: Dell XPS 13 (2018) hands-on, GSM Arena: Xperia XA2, XA2 Ultra, L2 hands-on review, Android Authority: Hands-on with Sony’s new mid-rangers: Xperia XA2, XA2 Ultra, and Xperia L2, Laptop Media: Dell Inspiron 17 7773 review – a successor to the Inspiron 17 7779 with a brand new hardware… and price, Techgage: Dell Announces The New XPS 13 In The Run-up To CES 2018, Think Digit: Dell XPS 15 Review, Computer Shopper: HP EliteBook 1040 G4 Review and Ratings, Hardwareheaven: MSI GS43VR – Gaming Laptop Review, Computer Shopper: Dell XPS 13 (Late 2017, Kaby Lake R) Review and Ratings, Overclock3d: MSI GT73VR Titan SLI Gaming Laptop Review, Vortez: MSI GV62 7RC Review, Laptop Mag: Dell XPS 13 9370 (2018) Review, Gogi.in: MSI GE73VR 7RF Raider Pro review – GTX 1070, 120Hz display and per key RGB, It Pro: Lenovo Yoga 920 review: a flipping powerhouse, Good Gear Guide: Lenovo Ideapad Miix 520 review: A superb Windows tablet with subpar battery life, Pocket Lint: Lenovo Yoga 920 review: Design delight with battery-life might, Think Digit: MSI GV62 7RE Review, Reviewed.com: Lenovo IdeaPad 120S Laptop Review, Tech ARP: CES 2018 : The Dell XPS 13 2018 (9370) Revealed!, Gotta Be Mobile: Lenovo Miix 520 Review: Less Money, More Problems, Overclock3d: ASUS Strix GL702Z Ryzen Laptop Review, Techspot: Dell XPS 13 Review, Computer Shopper: Asus ROG Strix GL702ZC Review and Ratings, Good Gear Guide: Dell XPS 13 (8th gen) review: Lives up to the legacy, Gadgets Now: Asus ROG Strix Hero edition review: The working class hero, It Pro: Apple MacBook Air 13in (mid-2017) review: has Apple changed enough to stay on top?, Samsung Galaxy Tab A 2017 Review, T3: Asus ROG Zephyrus (GX501) review, ZDNet.co.kr: Asus Transformer Pro T304UA: A well-priced 12.6-inch Surface Pro clone, Pocket Lint: Dell XPS 13 (2018) initial review: The best new ultraportable to have?, Yugatech: ASUS ZenBook Pro UX550VE Review, KL Gadget Guy: Acer Spin 5 Review: Decent Laptop With Some Issues To Iron Out, Hot Hardware: Dell XPS 13 (9370) 2018 Review: White Spun Glass, Killer Looks And Speed, Kitguru: Acer Predator Triton 700 Gaming Laptop Review (Max-Q GTX 1080), KL Gadget Guy: The Surface Pro 4 (2017) is the premium Windows laptop I can’t recommend, PC World Australia: Dell XPS 13 (8th gen) review: Lives up to the legacy, Laptop Media: Acer Predator Triton 700 review – ultra-portable, ultra-powerful
Sales of Andy Rubin's Essential Phone PH-1 have been underwhelming. (Source: Essential)

Essential Phone sells just 88,000 units in its first 6 months on the market

Andy Rubin's Essential is getting a tough dose of the reality of selling high-end smartphones in a market dominated by Samsung and Apple. New figures from IDC show that the startup has sold fewer than 90,000 handsets since it launched six months ago.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Feb 2018 00:24
Feb 12, 2018
Mi India Xiaomi Mi TV teaser still image (Source: @XiaomiIndia)

Xiaomi Mi TV apparently heading for India

While the Redmi Note 5 is headed for India and expected to arrive on February 14, it looks like the Mi TV is going to be introduced locally on the same day.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 21:15
Cybersecurity firms are analyzing the malicious code known as Olympic Destroyer. (Source: Forbes)

"Olympic Destroyer" virus fails to destroy Olympics

Friday's Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Pyeongchang came under cyber attack from malware known as "Olympic Destroyer." The virus affected Internet and television services used by media representatives but did not cause any major long-term disruption.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2018 20:37
Street Fighter IV Champion Edition for Android pre-registration banner (Source: Capcom Mobile)

Street Fighter IV: Champion Edition coming soon to Android

Quite a while after reaching iOS (July 2017), Street Fighter IV: Champion Edition is finally (almost) ready to launch on Google Android. This mobile game is based on the 2008 title and features 25 playable characters.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 19:25
Amazon Alexa was initially released in 2014. (Source: Digital Trends)

Amazon may be creating AI chips for Alexa

There are rumors that Amazon is in the process of developing new artificial intelligence chips to be used in hardware that features the company's virtual assistant, Alexa. The chips could help reduce response times by utilizing speech recognition software.
Daniel R Deakin, 12 Feb 2018 19:25
Asus ZenFone 5 Lite color options (Source: Evan Blass)

New Asus ZenFone 5 Lite images and details leak online

Not long after the regular ZenFone 5 surfaced online, the Asus ZenFone 5 Lite was spotted in black, white, and red, next to a few technical details. Both handsets are expected to feature a vertical dual camera setup on the back and should be unveiled at MWC 2018.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 17:00
The developers of the Nano coin are suspecting Bitgrail of being untruthful to its customers. (Source: BitGrail)

Italian crypto exchange BitGrail hacked for US$170 million

After CoinCheck and NiceHash, the BitGrail hack is the third major incident in less then 4 months. Of course, the Italian exchange kept most of the funds in a hot wallet, and many other exchanges are probably still doing this, practically inviting hackers to rob them blind.
Bogdan Solca, 12 Feb 2018 16:56
Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro (i7-8550U) Laptop Review

86% Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro (i7-8550U) Laptop Review

The Chinese original. Xiaomi notebooks are still considered a rarity in Europe and have to be imported from Asia. Not having the opportunity of looking at the device beforehand at your trusted local store, plus the additional effort of making warranty claims etc., makes it all the more important to read reviews of imported products before making your final decision. Notebookcheck has therefore decided that after reviewing the Intel Core i5-8250U version, we will now also take a look at the model with the stronger Intel Core i7-8550U. In this review, we have focused mainly on the device's performance and its differences to the other model that we have already tested.
Intel Core i7-8550U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 15.6", 2 kg
Daniel Puschina, Klaus Hinum, 12 Feb 2018 15:52
The benchmark results are promising, but the success also depends on the actual price point of the Ryzen 5 2400G APU. (Source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 5 2400G APU gets leaked 3DMark results

Results place the Ryzen 5 2400G somewhere in between the average Intel UHD Graphics notebook and a GTX 1050 gaming notebook.
Bogdan Solca, 12 Feb 2018 15:13
SquareHome 2 Android launcher with Windows 10 Live Tiles interface (Source: Google Play)

Get Windows 10 Live Tiles on Android thanks to SquareHome 2

Although it has not been updated since last November, SquareHome 2 remains a popular launcher app that is widely regarded as the best solution for those who want Windows 10 Live Tiles on their Android device.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 13:15
KDE Slimbook II (KDE II) notebook (Source: Slimbook)

KDE Slimbook II Linux laptops receive Kaby Lake i5 and i7 processors

The Spanish-made KDE Slimbook II notebook is now available starting around US$855. When compared to the first generation, the list of upgrades includes DDR4 memory, Kaby Lake processors, a 1 TB SSD option, an improved WiFi antenna, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 11:52
HP Spectre x360 13t-ae000 (i7-8550U, 4K UHD) Convertible Review

87% HP Spectre x360 13t-ae000 (i7-8550U, 4K UHD) Convertible Review

Thinner, lighter, better? HP seeks to pack even more power into an even smaller shell with their latest Spectre x360 convertible. But with a quad-core Core i7 CPU, NVMe SSD, and 16 GB of RAM, can the machine take the heat?
Intel Core i7-8550U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Steve Schardein, 12 Feb 2018 10:07
Microsoft Launcher 4.6 Android launcher app (Source: Google Play)

Microsoft Launcher finally gets Cortana support

Microsoft Launcher, the Android app once known as Arrow Launcher, has reached version 4.6 and finally received full Cortana support. This digital assistant can make calls, schedule meetings, change the wallpaper, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Feb 2018 09:48
HTC headquarters, Hsintien, Taiwan. (Source: News4Europe)

HTC's struggles continue as company sees yet another drop in revenue

HTC released its sales numbers for the month of January, with revenue showing a steep decline across the board.
Ricci Rox, 12 Feb 2018 09:00
How to protect critical data from ransomware in Windows 10

How to protect critical data from ransomware in Windows 10

With ransomware on the prowl every other day, it has become all the more important to ensure that critical files are protected from being encrypted or altered. The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update includes a new functionality called Controlled Folder Access that can help prevent modification of critical files and folders by unauthorized software. This tutorial will show you how to enable this functionality to protect both personal and corporate data.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Feb 2018 04:41
Feb 11, 2018
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141 new external reviews +
GSM Arena: Xperia XA2, XA2 Ultra, L2 hands-on review, NDTV Gadgets: Sony Xperia XA2, Xperia XA2 Ultra First Impressions, Tech Nave: Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) unboxing and hands-on video, Computer Shopper: Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite (8-Inch) Review and Ratings, Pocket Lint: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2018) initial review: HDR screen makes for sensational sixth-gen laptop, Tech Nave: ASUS ZenFone Max Plus review - Slim, big battery, 18:9 display value buster all-rounder for the masses, It Pro: Microsoft Surface Book 2 review: Undone by its own ambition, Gadgetguy: Nokia 8 – now with Android 8 (review), NDTV Gadgets: Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) First Impressions, GSM Arena: Nokia 2 review, DxOMark: Nokia 8 review: Nokia’s return to the high-end segment, Lowyat.net: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (2018) Hands On: So, So Close, Unbox: ASUS ZenFone Max Plus M1 Review: Is ASUS’ First 18:9 Phone Worth It?, Zdnet.com: Fujitsu Lifebook U747 review: A 14-inch business workhorse with good connections, Toptenreviews: Microsoft Surface Book 2 (13-inch) review, Tech Nave: Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) & A8+ (2018) review - A set of good premium Samsung selfie smartphones, Gogi.in: Redmi 5 Plus review – 18:9 screen with a under Rs. 13K price tag, available in China, Unbox: ASUS ZenFone Max Plus M1 Unboxing, Initial Review: Is It The New Battery King?, Phone World: Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime Review, Mobygyaan: Xiaomi Redmi 5A Review, Know Your Mobile: Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus Review: A Truly EXCEPTIONAL Phone, Android Authority: Asus ZenFone Max Plus hands-on, The Indian Express: Samsung Galaxy A8+(2018) review: Stunning design, display but can it beat OnePlus 5T?, Android Authority: Red Honor 7X could be the perfect Valentine’s Day gift (Video), Zdnet.com: Honor View 10 review: An affordable flagship to stand alongside the OnePlus 5T, NDTV Gadgets: Honor 9 Lite First Impressions, Yugatech: ASUS Zenfone Max Plus Review, NDTV Gadgets: Honor View 10 Review, Yugatech: Watch: Samsung Galaxy A8 and A8+ Review, CNet: Lenovo's new ThinkPad X1 laptops join HDR and Alexa chorus, Hardware Zone: ASUS ZenFone 4 Max review: Is a big battery enough?, Techniqued: Vivo V7 Review- Ups the Selfie Ante, Soycincau: Samsung Galaxy A8 review: You’re paying for more than what’s “on paper”, Soycincau: Huawei Mate 10 review: Makes you wonder why you pay more for a flagship, Pocket Lint: Huawei Mate 10 Pro review: A true flagship to take on the best of them, Computer Shopper: Huawei MediaPad M3 Lite (10-Inch) Review and Ratings, Pocket Lint: Sony Xperia XA2 initial review: 23 megapixel pics plus super-wide selfies, V3.co.uk: Review: Huawei Mate 10 Pro, Pocket Lint: Samsung Galaxy A8 initial review: The S8 experience for much less, GSM Arena: Huawei Honor 7X review, Pocket Lint: This is the BlackBerry KeyOne Bronze: A dual-SIM BB in a molten bronze-gold finish, Pocket Lint: BlackBerry Motion review: The big boss of business, Phone Arena: Huawei Mate 10 Lite Review, GSM Arena: BlackBerry Motion review, GSM Arena: Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) review, Tom's Guide: Huawei Mate 10 Pro Review: Amazingly Smart Camera, Epic Battery Life, Tom's Guide: Xperia XZ1 Review: This Sony Phone Is Stuck in the Past, CNet: Huawei Mate 10 Lite review:, Techradar: Huawei Mate 10 Pro review, Mobygyaan: Honor 9 Lite First Impressions: Premium design at budget price!, Phone World: Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Review, Gadgets Now: Honor V10 review: The smartphone that has it all, Mobygyaan: Honor 9 Lite Hands-on [Images], Phone World: OPPO F5 Review + Camera & Gaming by Phoneworld, Hardware Zone: Oppo R11s and R11s Plus review: An affordable iPhone X?, Know Your Mobile: Google Pixel 2 XL Review – My New Favourite Android Phone, Tech Advisor: Motorola Moto G5s review, New Atlas: Google Pixelbook review: This is the Chromebook to beat, Know Your Mobile: Google Pixel 2 Review – An iPhone For The Android Space, IT Pro Portal: Google Pixel 2 XL review, Stuff TV: HTC U11+ review, Know Your Mobile: HTC U11 Review: Android Oreo Update Officially Confirmed, T3: Honor View 10 review: a worthy new challenger slugs it out with the OnePlus 5T, Stuff TV: Sony Xperia XA2 hands-on review, NDTV Gadgets: Sony Xperia XZ1 Review, Zdnet.com: HTC U11+ review: 6-inch screen, large battery, good waterproofing, Know Your Mobile: iPhone X Review: Apple Finishes 2017 With Impressive Sales, Gogi.in: Honor 9 Lite review – Impressive smartphone for the price, Mobile Syrup: The HTC U11 Life is a great midrange smartphone facing tough competition, Techniqued: Honor View 10 Review- An Excellent Flagship Experience for the Price, Talk Android: iPhone 8 Plus review: An Android site’s perspective, The Indian Express: Honor 9 Lite review: At Rs 10,999, this is the best budget phone right now, Mobygyaan: Honor View10 Review – Powerful Yet Affordable, Reg Hardware: Apple iPhone X: Two weeks in the life of an anxious user, CNet: Apple iPhone 8 Plus review:, CNet: iPhone 8 review:, Tech Advisor: Razer Phone review, Tech Advisor: Honor View 10 review, Make Use Of: The Razer Phone – There’s a First Time For Everything (Review and Giveaway), Igeekphone: Leagoo S8 Review: A Cheap Alternative Clone of The Samsung Galaxy S8, Tech Advisor: Leagoo T5 smartphone review, Trusted Reviews: Sony Xperia L2 hands-on, Trusted Reviews: Sony Xperia XA2 hands-on, Tech Advisor: Bluboo S1 smartphone review, Unbox: LG V30+ Review: Too Little, Too Late?, Know Your Mobile: LG G6 Review: Now Available For JUST $399.99!!!, Android Central: Honor View 10 review: Shaking up the affordable flagship space, Yugatech: LG V30+ Review, Techradar: LG V30 review, Techradar: Honor View 10 review, PC Mag: LG V30+, Tech Advisor: Samsung Galaxy A8 review: Hands-on, Trusted Reviews: Cat S41, Ausdroid: LG V30+ — Australian Review, Tech PP: Honor 9 Lite Review: Anything But a Budget Lite-weight, Tech Smart: CAT S41 rugged smartphone, Know Your Mobile: OnePlus 5T Review: INSANE Value For Money, Gadget Diary: Honor View 10 Review: Smart Endeavour That Feels Perfect For Its Price, Android Authority: Honor 9 Lite: Hands-on and first impressions, Android Authority: CAT S41 review: Truly a niche device, The Indian Express: Honor View 10 review: At Rs 29,999, this mid-range flagship offers a lot, Gogi.in: OnePlus 5T Lava Red unboxing, First Impression, goes on sale at 12PM today, Gogi.in: Honor 9 Lite Unboxing and first impression, Fone Arena: Honor View 10 Review, Toptenreviews: OnePlus 5T Review, Tech Girl: The Oneplus 5 Smartphone Gets A +1 From Me, Stuff TV: Honor View 10 review, Stuff TV: Samsung Galaxy A8 hands-on review, Tom's Guide: Honor 7X Review: The Next Great Smartphone Value, Think Digit: Huawei Honor 9 Lite 4GB Review, Tech Advisor: OnePlus 5T review, Think Digit: Huawei Honor View 10 Review, Macworld.co.uk: iPhone 8 Plus review, Macworld.co.uk: iPhone X review, Tom's Guide: OnePlus 5T Review: Say Hello to the Phone Bargain of the Year, Macworld.co.uk: iPhone 8 review, Trusted Reviews: Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) Hands-on: A Galaxy S8 Mini in all but name, Trusted Reviews: OnePlus 5T, Trusted Reviews: iPhone 8 Plus, Trusted Reviews: iPhone X, Trusted Reviews: iPhone 8, Tech Nave: Exclusive Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) hands-on pictures and first impression, Tech PP: iPhone 8 Plus Review: Not the bridesmaid to the X, Gadgetspeak: Moto Z2 Play, Reg Hardware: HTC U11 Life: Google tries to tame the midmarket, Make Use Of: Blackview S8 Review: Galaxy Features Without The Astronomical Price (and Giveaway!), Crackberry: Doogee Mix 2 review: A huge screen, four cameras, and a couple of compromises, The Indian Express: Vivo V7 review: Just like the V7 Plus, but with a smaller display, The Indian Express: Oppo F5 review: Better selfies, and a bigger ‘bezel-less’ display, Gadget Diary: Vivo V7 Energetic Blue: Amazing Cameras & Immersive Audio, It Pro: BlackBerry Motion review: Running in place?, Gadget Diary: Vivo V7 Energetic Blue : Perfect Style & Perfect Selfie, It Pro: Samsung Galaxy J5 review, Phone World: Sony Xperia XA1 Plus Review, Tech2.in.com: Sony Xperia XZ1 review: The most disappointing flagship of 2017, PC Authority: Review: Fujitsu LifeBook U937, Think Digit: Apple iPhone X Review
Eurocom Sky X4C (i7-8700K, GTX 1080, Clevo P751TM1-G) Laptop Review

86% Eurocom Sky X4C (i7-8700K, GTX 1080, Clevo P751TM1-G) Laptop Review

Desktop in disguise. Our latest Eurocom system returns the highest PCMark 10 score in our database at 6620 points. Its removable GTX 1080 GPU and LGA 1151 Coffee Lake CPU give the system longer legs than most gaming notebooks.
Intel Core i7-8700K, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile, 15.6", 3.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 11 Feb 2018 22:50
Apple has teamed with LG and Valve to invest in eMagin's OLED microdisplays. (Source: eMagin)

Apple, LG, Valve teaming up for investment in eMagin for VR and AR

Apple has teamed up with LG and Valve to invest in eMagin, a company that has developed industry-leading technology in OLED microdisplays for use in AR and VR headsets. The move is indicative that Apple could be on track to release a headset in the near future.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Feb 2018 22:23
The bezel-free Xiaomi Mix 2s has surfaced in a leak. (Source: Weibo)

Xiaomi Mix 2s leak shows bezels reduced to almost zero

Xiaomi, the smartphone maker that started the recent trend towards bezel-less devices, looks to be the first to get rid of bezels all-together if a new leak is accurate. The new Mix 2s has only the smallest of notches to incorporate a front-facing camera.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Feb 2018 08:54
Prices have skyrocketed as supply dwindles of Nvidia GPUs like the GTX 1080Ti (Source: Nvidia)

Like AMD, Nvidia promises to ramp up GPU production

Nvidia has recorded its highest quarterly revenue as the market for GPUs explodes thanks to both mining and gaming. The company says that in response, it is doing everything it can to increase supply to meet demand.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Feb 2018 07:00
Feb 10, 2018
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Computerbase: Der Laptop für Batman und Darth Vader , HardwareLuxx: Ein schlankes Gaming-Notebook mit Max-Q , HardwareLuxx: Schlankes Oberklasse-Gerät, Netzwelt: Wie sich das "dünnste Notebook der Welt" anfühlt, Chip.de: Der beste Freund zum Surfen, Chip.de: Schickes Convertible mit gutem Display, Chip.de: Mobilitätskönig zum kleinen Preis, Android Mag: Medion Lifetab X10607, Curved: Oma mag's klassisch, Frankfurter Allgemeine: Das haben sie aber schön hinbekommen, HardwareLuxx: Intel-Alternative mit AMD Ryzen 5 2500U, Chip.de: Wie konnte das passieren?, Netzwelt: Gaming-Notebook mit GeForce GTX 1080, PCtipp.ch: Acer Predator Helios 300, Chinahandys.net: Doogee BL12000, Chip.de: Was taugt der Laptop für 249 Euro?, Chinahandys.net: Ulefone T1 Premium, Chinahandys.net: Ulefone Mix 2, Android Mag: Doro Liberto 820, Chip.de: Gute Mobilität, aber dunkles Display und wenig Leistung, Pocket Lint: Die Schreib-Maschine, die man gar nicht bemerkt, Gamestar: Hochwertiges und stabiles 17 Zoll Gaming Notebook, Allround-PC.com: Jumper EZBook 3S, Chinahandys.net: Oukitel K6, Netzwelt: Neues Ultrabook mit 4K-Infinity-Display, Computerbase: Dells Lifestyle-Notebook erweitert Kundenkreis, Chip.de: Akku-Wunder für Office-Nutzer, MobiFlip: HTC U11+ ausprobiert, Netzwelt: Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 Mittelklasse-Tablet für die Baustelle, PC Welt: HTC U11+ starke Performance und gute Features, Chip.de: Gute Leistung und schick - aber schlechtes Display, Chip.de: Top-Kamera, Top-Leistung und trotzdem eine Enttäuschung, Netzwelt: Endlich mal wieder ein ganz normales Top-Smartphone, PCtipp.ch: Motorola Moto X4, Golem: Razer Blade 4K, Android Pit: Größer ist nicht besser, Android Pit: Hübscher, schneller, smarter
Fujitsu PalmSecure. (Source: Fujitsu)

Fujitsu and Microsoft partner to bring palm-vein based authentication to Windows Hello

Fujitsu's PalmSecure authentication sensor technology, built in to their business laptops, is getting full integration with Windows Hello for a contactless login option that doesn't involve facial cameras.
Craig Ward, 10 Feb 2018 23:54
Sarov is where the terrifying Tsar Bomba hydrogen bomb was made. (Source: Gizmodo)

Russian nuclear scientists in Bitcoin mining arrests

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) has detained a group of scientists who attempted to use a supercomputer at a top secret nuclear facility to mine Bitcoin. Security was alerted when the would-be miners tried to connect the computer to the Internet.
Daniel R Deakin, 10 Feb 2018 17:43
Activision Blizzard had net revenue of $6.608 billion in 2016. (Source: King)

Activision nets over $4 billion in microtransactions

Activision Blizzard Inc. has released financial results for 2017 which show over $7 billion in net revenue. A substantial portion of this revenue has been provided by in-game transactions, in part enhanced by the American company's purchase of King.
Daniel R Deakin, 10 Feb 2018 17:37
The Galaxy S9 shown with headphone jack on DeX Pad. (Source: Evan Blass)

Galaxy S9 to keep headphone jack in DeX Pad leak

Samsung's Galaxy S9 has leaked once more courtesy of serial leakster Evan Blass. In addition to getting a good look at the new DeX Pad, the leaked images show the bottom edge of the S9 confirming that it has retained a headphone jack.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 10 Feb 2018 11:26
Linux running on Nintendo Switch due to boot ROM bug (Source: @fail0verflow)

Boot ROM bug allows Nintendo Switch to run Linux

Not long after they revealed a custom boot screen on a Nintendo Switch, a group of hackers calling themselves fail0verflow apparently managed to run a Linux-based operating system on this game console.
Codrut Nistor, 10 Feb 2018 01:48
Feb 9, 2018
VLC 3.0.0 "Vetinari" on Windows 10 (32-bit version)

VLC 3.0 now available with 8K and Chromecast support

The first version of the "Vetinari" branch, VLC 3.0.0 is capable of streaming to Chromecast devices even in non-native formats, also supporting 4K and 8K hardware decoding on a wide range of devices, including Android flagships.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 23:59
Sharp Aquos S3 notch closeup (Source: Slashleaks)

Another iPhone X wannabe: Sharp Aquos S3 leaks online

The Sharp Aquos S3 might look a bit too much like the iPhone X, but its specs are rumored to be far away from the flagship zone. The highlights include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 or 660 processor, at least 4 GB RAM/64 GB internal storage, and Android Nougat.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 22:52
Huawei P20 Lite leaked images (Source: ComputerHoy)

Huawei P20 Lite renders and live images surface online

The Huawei P20 Lite features a vertical dual camera setup on the back and its display makes it look a lot like the iPhone X. If the rumors turn out to be true, it will be unveiled by the end of March.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 21:05
Civilization VI was released in 2016. (Source: wccftech)

Civilization VI: Rise and Fall now available

Time to say goodbye to another huge chunk of your life as the first expansion pack for Civilization VI is released. Civilization VI: Rise and Fall offers enough new and interesting content to satisfy even the most discerning members of the game's legion of fans.
Daniel R Deakin, 09 Feb 2018 19:13
iOS 9 was released in 2015 and is found on millions of devices. (Source: Apple)

Apple in damage-limiting exercise over code leak

Leaked code for the iBoot section of iOS 9 was uploaded to GitHub this week, leading to concerns that the software may have fallen into the wrong hands. Apple has already made maneuvers to try to limit the damage caused, but the company should be worried about such leaks happening in the first place.
Daniel R Deakin, 09 Feb 2018 19:11
Samsung Galaxy S9/Galaxy S9+ leaked images

Samsung Galaxy S9 with Snapdragon 845 onboard hits Geekbench

As it happened so far, the next-gen Galaxy flagship will come with both Snapdragon and Exynos processors onboard, depending on the market. The Geekbench 4.0 test results for the Snapdragon 845-powered variant have just surfaced online and it looks like there is still room for optimizations until the handset's launch.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 18:45
LG V30 Android flagship to get a successor with 256 GB storage and LG Lens camera

LG V30s with 256 GB storage and LG Lens AI camera features could arrive at MWC 2018

With a rumored price of over US$900, the upcoming LG V30s is expected to fit in the same niche of the market as the iPhone X and Note 8 (at least price-wise), while its new camera is rumored to provide AI capabilities similar to Samsung's Bixby Vision camera feature.
Codrut Nistor, 09 Feb 2018 16:46
The new Viper series will replace the existing Hellfire models. (Source: Anandtech)

Patriot demos Viper M.2 NVMe SSDs with impressive read/write speeds

Thanks to the new Phison PS5012-E12 NVMe controller, the upcoming Viper M.2 SSDs will be able to provide almost identical speeds for sequential reads and writes, and will come in capacities ranging from 240 GB to almost 2 TB.
Bogdan Solca, 09 Feb 2018 15:56
Ampere is rumored to be a gaming-optimized version of Volta. (Source: Nvidia)

Rumor | NVIDIA GTX 2000 series powered by Ampere GA104 chips launching this April

Latest rumors claim that current gen Pascal GPUs have already been discontinued and the GTX 2000 family is not powered by Volta chips, but by Ampere ones.
Bogdan Solca, 09 Feb 2018 13:25

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