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Dec 7, 2017
The LG V30. (Source: The Pocket Lint)

LG V30+ set for December 13 Indian debut

The LG V30 looks to be the first device in LG's V series to move away from the content creator-cum-enthusiast demographic. While the device looks incredibly good, issues with its display have marred its success commercially.
Ricci Rox, 07 Dec 2017 23:10
The Mate 9. (Source: TheAndroidGuru)

Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro set for stable Oreo release

The Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro had their Oreo beta testing programs opened a few months ago, so it comes as no surprise that both devices are finally getting stable Oreo rollouts, with the P10 and V9 to follow soon.
Ricci Rox, 07 Dec 2017 23:00
Windows 10 Creators Update start screen

Windows PCs gaining market share worldwide thanks to the education sector

According to Microsoft, "more and more schools are choosing Windows over competitive offerings" in the US while Futuresource's latest quarterly report also revealed a 15 percent growth year-over-year for the global education market.
Codrut Nistor, 07 Dec 2017 22:55
Samsung Headquarters. (Source: Social Barrel)

Samsung has no place in the Chinese smartphone market, data shows

A report by Kanta World Panel has shown the state of the Chinese smartphone market, with figures indicating Huawei's lead, Apple's growth, and Samsung's almost palpable irrelevance.
Ricci Rox, 07 Dec 2017 22:51
Only bass. (Source: Twitter)

HMD executive confirms that current Nokia devices will not get Treble

There was word a while ago that the Nokia 8 would have Treble implemented on the final build of its Oreo update but that is not to be, as company CPO Juho Sarvikas has confirmed the lack of Treble on any Nokia device, much like we saw from OnePlus a while ago.
Ricci Rox, 07 Dec 2017 22:43
Rambus could launch the HBM3 modules as early as 2019. (Source: Rambus)

HBM3 memory expected to feature 4 Gbps transfer rates and GDDR6-like bandwidth

Rambus released some preliminary details about the HBM3 graphics memory modules that are expected to hit the market in 2019, at the earliest. With a transfer rate of around 4 Gbps, the HBM3 modules could double the memory bandwidth, making them faster than the GDDR6 modules included in Nvidia's GTX 2000 GPUs.
Bogdan Solca, 07 Dec 2017 19:12
You can no longer use Bitcoin to buy games on Steam (and with good reason)

You can no longer use Bitcoin to buy games on Steam (and with good reason)

Due to the high volatility and growing transaction fees associated with Bitcoin, Valve is no longer accepting the cryptocurrency as a payment method for purchases made on Steam. This decision sheds some light on the economic ramifications of the rapid growth of a currency.
Sam Medley, 07 Dec 2017 16:16
Dell Vostro 15 5568 (i7-7500U, 940MX) Laptop Review

79% Dell Vostro 15 5568 (i7-7500U, 940MX) Laptop Review

New assets, old shortcomings. We already announced in January that Dell was planning to offer the Vostro 15 5568 with other processors and a dedicated graphics solution. This configuration is now available and we are going to test what this entry-level business laptop with an Intel Core i7-7500U CPU and an Nvidia GeForce 940MX can offer.
Intel Core i7-7500U, NVIDIA GeForce 940MX, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Mike Wobker, 07 Dec 2017 15:31
The front panel can be customized with RGB LEDs. (Source: Shuttle)

Shuttle SZ270R9 mini PC enclosure gets push-button overclocking

The XPC SZ270R9 mini PC enclosure from Shuttle offers versatile customization options combined with easy overclocking functions for gamers who want compact, efficient and silent systems.
Bogdan Solca, 07 Dec 2017 13:14
Microsoft OneDrive 5.1 for Android updated early December 2017

Microsoft OneDrive for Android updated with new looks

Microsoft OneDrive 5.1 for Android comes without the hamburger menu and features tabs at the bottom. A "Free space" option now shows up when the storage is full, advising you to remove those files you no longer need.
Codrut Nistor, 07 Dec 2017 12:20
Qualcomm may not have been Microsoft's only choice for Windows ARM (Image Source: Nvidia)

Qualcomm may not have been Microsoft's only choice for Windows ARM

Microsoft is apparently trying its best to convince the makers of Tegra and Exynos SoCs to invest in Windows ARM. So far, only Qualcomm has heeded the call.
Allen Ngo, 07 Dec 2017 07:53
Dec 6, 2017
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Ofertaman: ¡CHOLLO! HP Stream 14-ax005ns. Portátil 14,0" muy barato (*199 €), Ofertaman: HP Pavilion 15-bc300ns. Portátil 15,6" muy equilibrado (729 €), Ofertaman: Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N-50Q7. Convertbile 13,3" con Intel Core i5 ULV Kaby Lake Refresh (949 €), Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Medion Erazer X7847-MD 60477 ¡No tienes Excusas para no comprarlo!, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP OMEN 15-ce026ns, la nueva apuesta por el gaming de HP baja de precio, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP OMEN 15-ce015ns, la gama HP OMEN vive su mejor momento, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] MSI GL72VR 7RF-632XES una experiencia de Gaming Inmersiva, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] MSI GL62MVR 7RFX-1046XES el Gaming tiene un nuevo Rey, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP Pavilion x360 14-ba029ns, Un Convertible con lo Mejor de los 2 Mundos, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP Notebook 15-bs091ns, ¡ya encontramos tu próximo portátil!, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP OMEN 15-ce012ns -Nos encanta pero NO es para todo el mundo, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP Pavilion Notebook 15-cc508ns, Un Tope de Gama con precio de Gama media, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] LG 15Z970 (Gram), ¡Ya tenemos mejor portátil del año!, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP Pavilion x360 14-ba028ns, un interesante convertible de 14 pulgadas en oferta, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Acer Swift SF314-52-59TW, un Ultrabook que No te puedes Perder, Tweakers: MSI GP62M 7RDX-1263NL (Leopard) Review, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Acer Aspire E5-575G-56X9, un portátil de alto rendimiento a precio competitivo, Tweakers: Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro - Reviews, Tweakers: Asus Chromebook C302CA-GU009 - Reviews, Tweakers: MSI GT73VR 6RE-053NL (Titan) Review, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] HP OMEN 15-ax013ns, un portátil bien equipado para el gaming más exigente, Tweakers: Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-51-71FF - Reviews, RP-Online: Ein Mittelklasse-Handy mit Randlos-Display und Doppelkamera, ChinaMobileMag: Xiaomi Mi Note 3, Tech Stage: Samsung Galaxy Xcover 4 günstiges Outdoor-Handy , Area DVD: Preisgünstiges Dualkamera-Smartphone, Tweakers: HP Spectre x360 13-ae010nd - Reviews, Chinahandys.net: Blackview S8, hifitest.de: Edelkarosse, Heute: Kann dieses Smartphone Filme wie im Kino drehen?, Notebook-Center.ru: Hp Zbook 14U G4 – Работой Обеспечит, HDblog.it: Apple iPhone X: la recensione, hifitest.de: Htc U11 Der Phönix, HDblog.it: RECENSIONE HTC U11 Life, il primo con Android One e Oreo, Product Test: Смартфон Google Pixel 2: Обзор, Ofertaman: HP Pavilion 15-ck001ns. 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Pros y contras (235 €), Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Asus UX490UA-BE064T, Lo que Necesitas saber antes de Comprarlo, Netzwelt: Abgespecktes Mate 10 im Klassik-Look, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Huawei MateBook E, Convertible con panel 2K, 256 GB SSD y ¡a precio incomparable!, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Lenovo Ideapad 320 (-15IKBN), ¡Un portátil que va a por todo!, Inside Handy: Mehr Wein als Wasser, Blick: Chinesen kopieren Microsoft – und das richtig gut, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Lenovo Y520-15IKBN, Por Fin un equipo Bueno, Bonito y Barato, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Asus UX370UA-C4170T, el Convertible Definitivo para los más Exigentes, MobiFlip: OnePlus 5T ausprobiert, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Chuwi SurBook Mini, el clon del Microsoft Surface en oferta limitada en GearBest, ChinaMobileMag: OnePlus 5T, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] UHANS i8, ¡El móvil "todo pantalla" más anticipado del año ya en preventa en GearBest!, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Reseña] Asus UX410UA, la Gama Media tiene un nuevo Campeón, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] Oukitel K5000, deja todo lo que estés haciendo y adquiérelo en esta venta flash de GearBest, Mi Mundo Gadget: [Análisis] UHANS MX, un "todo pantalla" a un precio sin precedentes en GearBest, AndroidPit.it: LG V30 recensione: la potenza incompresa della linea V, AndroidPit.fr: Test du Honor 6C Pro : une petite évolution sans véritable avantage, AndroidPit.fr: Test du Huawei Mate 10 Lite : 349 euros bien dépensés, AndroidPit.it: Xiaomi Mi Note 3 recensione: un Mi6 più grande e meno potente, AndroidPit.it: Amazon Fire HD 10 (2017) recensione: il tablet economico con Alexa a bordo, AndroidPit.it: Huawei Mate 10 Lite recensione: 349 euro ben spesi, AndroidPit.it: OnePlus 5T recensione: migliorato nei punti giusti, AndroidPit.fr: Test du Xiaomi Mi Note 3 : un Mi 6 en plus gros mais en moins puissant, AndroidPit.fr: Test de l'Amazon Fire HD 10 (2017) : la tablette pas chère avec Alexa à l'intérieur, AndroidPit.fr: Test du Moto Z2 Play : plus fin mais plus puissant, Tweakers: Dell XPS 13 met Kaby Lake Refresh, Tweakers: Dell XPS 15 9560-NGG9X - Reviews, Tweakers: Asus VivoBook L200HA-FD0065T - Reviews, AndroidPit.fr: Test du OnePlus 5T : des nouveautés qui sauront vous ravir, Product Test: Ноутбук Dell XPS 15 9560: Обзор, Tweakers: Lenovo Ideapad 520s-14IKB (81BL005RMH) Review, Tweakers: Dell Inspiron 15 7577 (cn57701) Review, Notebook-Center.ru: Fujitsu Lifebook U727 – Крепкое Плечо, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Inspiron 3162: Совсем Не Дилетант, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Xps 13 9360 – Талисман На Удачу, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Latitude 7480: Проверен На Практике, Notebook-Center.ru: Acer Predator Triton 700 – Маскировка Удалась, Notebook-Center.ru: Fujitsu Lifebook A557 – Не Нарушая Правил, Notebook-Center.ru: Fujitsu Lifebook E556: Полная Самоотдача, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo V320 17 – Ноутбук На Твердую «5», Notebook-Center.ru: Acer Aspire F5 573G-71S6: Полезный И Надежный, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Latitude 5289 – Мастер-Класс По Трансформации, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Ideapad 320S 13: Повсюду Вместе, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Thinkpad X270 – Незавидное Положение, HDblog.it: Recensione UMIDIGI S2: display 18:9 e tanta autonomia, HDblog.it: RAZER PHONE ha carattere ed è una scheggia | Recensione, Alt om Data: Doro 8040 [TEST]: Smartphone til (yngre) seniorer, Product Test: Смартфон Oppo F5: Обзор, Product Test: Планшет Chuwi Hi10 Pro: Обзор, Product Test: Ноутбук Lenovo Legion Y520: Обзор, HDblog.it: OnePlus 5T: unboxing e primo contatto, Product Test: Смартфон Xiaomi Redmi Y1: Обзор, HDblog.it: OnePlus 5T: la recensione, Product Test: Смартфон Nokia 2: Обзор, Alt om Data: Sony Xperia XZ1 [TEST]: Gennemført god mobil fra Sony, Product Test: Смартфон OnePlus 5T: Обзор, Product Test: Смартфон Sony Xperia R1 : Обзор
Huawei Nova 2S phablet (Source: IThome)

Huawei Nova 2S coming soon to China

Huawei Nova 2S is expected to debut tomorrow as an improved version of the Nova 2. Its list of unconfirmed specs and features includes the octa-core HiSilicon Kirin 960 processor, dual cameras on both sides, as well as Android Oreo with EMUI 8.0 on top.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Dec 2017 23:59
The camera has been a major advertising focus for Huawei since their partnership with German camera maker, Leica. (Source: Huawei)

Leaked advertising material indicates Huawei P11 might have triple 40 MP rear lens and 5x Hybrid zoom

Huawei has been steadily improving their phone cameras to compete with the best available from the competition. Now four advertising posters have leaked via the portfolio of a creative agency that works with Huawei showing that the PCE series will have a triple rear-lens setup with 40 MP sensors.
Craig Ward, 06 Dec 2017 23:58
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC is now official. (Source: Qualcomm)

UPDATE (specifications) | The Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 has arrived

Qualcomm's second annual Snapdragon Technology Summit is underway, with the presentations of the first day including the announcement of the Snapdragon 845 and confirmation of Samsung Foundry as the manufacturing partner.
Craig Ward, 06 Dec 2017 21:41
Spyware issues in late 2017 - Ethiopia spying on journalists

Commercial spyware is out of control

A fresh report published by The Citizen Lab revealed that Ethiopia, a country where less than 5 percent of the population has access to the internet, conducted a complex global cyber espionage campaign.
Codrut Nistor, 06 Dec 2017 21:10
Grab an Alienware 15 R3 with a GTX 1070 for USD $1450

UPDATE: Sale over | Grab an Alienware 15 R3 with a GTX 1070 for USD $1450

The Nvidia GTX 1070-equipped Alienware 15 R3 is currently on sale at Best Buy for USD $1450, or $350 less than its retail price.
Sam Medley, 06 Dec 2017 20:38
Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKB (i5-7200U, 256 GB SSD) Laptop Review

81% Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKB (i5-7200U, 256 GB SSD) Laptop Review

Weak chest. While the new Intel processors represent the biggest performance boost in years, the Lenovo Yoga 520-14IKB is still equipped with older Kaby Lake processors. You can find out in this extensive test, why the convertible did not receive our final recommendation.
Intel Core i5-7200U, HD Graphics 620, 14", 1.7 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 06 Dec 2017 18:26
Bitcoin could reach US$20,000 by February 2018. (Source: qz.com)

Bitcoin passes US$12,000 mark, could go beyond US$14,000 this week

If experts are right, Bitcoin has entered a parabolic feedback loop that appreciates its value in waves. This could mean that the price of BTC may reach US$14,000 by the end of this week and potentially go as high as US$20,000 by the time miner rewards get halved in February 2018.
Bogdan Solca, 06 Dec 2017 18:26
The Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro.

PSA | Xiaomi issues BIOS fix for slow SSD performance in the Mi Notebook Pro

The Xiaomi Mi Notebook Pro suffered from less than ideal disk read and write speeds despite having a Samsung PM961 SSD onboard. A BIOS update is now available that enables full x4 bandwidth on the NVMe SSD PCIe lanes, leading to increased read/write speeds.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Dec 2017 15:38
The two missing compute units might not have a big peromance impact, but AMD's stealthy move clearly indicates some transparancy issues. (Source: AMD)

AMD stealthily lowers count of compute units on second wave of RX 560 GPUs

Buyers should pay attention to what Radeon RX 560 cards they are purchasing, as AMD was discovered to allow OEMs like Sapphire, Asus and PowerColor market RX 560 versions with 14 compute units instead of 16. These downgraded versions are most likely to be found on Amazon and Newegg.
Bogdan Solca, 06 Dec 2017 14:49
The Asus NovaGo promises more than 20 hours battery life. (Source: Qualcomm)

Updated | Asus announces the NovaGo convertible — the first Windows-on-Snapdragon device with all day long battery life

Asus has announced the NovaGo convertible — the world's first Gigabit LTE laptop powered by the Snapdragon 835 running full Windows 10. The notebook promises always-on connectivity and purportedly offers more than 20 hours of battery life.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Dec 2017 08:21
Dec 5, 2017
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Android Oreo (Go edition) now official (Source: The Keyword)

Android Oreo Go now official, targets low-end devices

Next to Android 8.1 Oreo, Google intros the Go edition, which is a variant of its mobile operating system that comes with a lighter set of Google apps and has been optimized to work on devices with 512 MB to 1 GB of memory.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2017 23:25
The Nokia 3. (Source: Stuff)

Nokia 3 to make jump to Oreo

The Nokia 3 had issues getting the update to Android 7.1.2 Nougat due to its MediaTek heritage. HMD CPO Juho Sarvikas, however, has confirmed that the entry-level device will make the jump directly to Android Oreo, assuaging the fears of users of the device.
Ricci Rox, 05 Dec 2017 22:55
The Mi A1. (Source: Mi)

Xiaomi Mi A1 set to begin beta testing for Oreo update

The Xiaomi Mi A1 was launched under the Android One program, which makes steady software updates a certainty. The device was slated to receive its Oreo update in December and there's a slim chance that deadline may actually be met, as beta testing for Oreo has finally kicked off.
Ricci Rox, 05 Dec 2017 22:44
AMD will soon launch Ryzen SoCs with integrated LTE modems. (Source: Qualcomm)

Always-on LTE connectivity coming soon to a Ryzen-powered laptop near you

AMD announced its partnership with Qualcomm to integrate the latter's X16 LTE modem on Ryzen APUs, thereby, bringing always-on LTE connectivity to high-performance notebooks.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 05 Dec 2017 22:15
The HP Envy x2 promises fast LTE and 20 hours of battery life. (Source: Qualcomm)

The Envy x2 is HP's idea of a detachable notebook with always-on connectivity

HP has taken wraps of the Envy x2, a detachable notebook powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 SoC. The Envy x2 sports a premium finish and comes with the promise of Gigabit LTE and 20 hours of battery life.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 05 Dec 2017 21:35
Amazon Campus - Aerial view

Amazon hits Australia

At the end of a few months full of rumors concerning its expansion, Amazon is finally launching in Australia. While most locals would like to easily access global products, Amazon Australia plans to use on the "buy Australian" approach.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2017 18:45
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Intel Core i5-7500T SoC - Benchmarks and Specs

Kaby Lake x86 4 cores @ 2700 - 3300 MHz 14nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i5-7500T processor (CPU) for desktops and laptops.
Image: BLU Twitter (highlighting added by news editor)

BLU releases software fix for bricked Life One X2 phones, but it may not work for everyone

BLU has released a fix for the phone-bricking OTA update they issued last week. While many users are reporting success, some customers will be left out to dry. Affected users are understandably upset at the latest misstep by BLU.
Sam Medley, 05 Dec 2017 17:03
Honor V10. (Source: WCCTech)

Honor V10 launched globally, goes on sale in January

The Honor V10 has been confirmed, at a launch event in London today, to be available all over the world, including the US, UK, and India. The Honor flagship also comes with an attractive price tag.
Ricci Rox, 05 Dec 2017 16:16
The Honor 7X is the archetypal bang for buck device. (Source: Huawei)

Honor 7X released for American market and it may just be the king of mid-rangers

The Huawei Honor 7X is finally available in the US. It's predecessor, the Honor 6X, was an immensely successful offering, and the 7X looks set to build on that, as it offers excellent specifications at a nigh-unpassable price point.
Ricci Rox, 05 Dec 2017 16:00
The primary use of the palm ID system would be an intuitive way to retrieve a forgotten password. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung could include palm ID system in future Galaxy phones

A recent Samsung patent describes how the palm scanner could help users remember forgotten passwords. The image of the user's palm features embedded incomplete characters that would appear random to other people, but could juggle the phone owner's memory into remembering the correct string.
Bogdan Solca, 05 Dec 2017 15:34
Huawei Mate 10 Pro teardown (Source: iFixIt)

Huawei Mate 10 Pro gets a 4/10 from iFixIt

The teardown of the Huawei 10 Pro by iFixIt revealed that replacing the display involves the removal of almost every component, and fixing the front camera requires switching the whole display, including its frame.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2017 14:55
Samsung 512 GB eUFS chips for mobile devices enter mass production (Source: Samsung)

Samsung begins mass production of first 512 GB eUFS storage solution for mobile devices

The new Samsung 512 GB eUFS embedded memory is about eight times faster than a typical microSD card, providing up to 860 MB/s sequential read speeds and up to 255 MB/s writes.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2017 13:05
The UFS 2.1 memory chips will use Toshiba's 64-layer BICS 3D TLC NAND technology. (Source: Toshiba)

Toshiba announces UFS 2.1 mobile storage chips with up to 900 MB/s sequential read speeds

The new UFS 2.1 storage memory chips integrate Toshiba's 64-layer BICS 3D TLC NAND technology, and will target mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets and standalone VR headsets. Providing sequential read speeds of up to 900 MB/s, sequential write speeds of up to 180 MB/s and improved random read/write performance for the 64 GB memory chip, Toshiba promises even better specs for the higher capacity versions.
Bogdan Solca, 05 Dec 2017 12:23
35W 'Coffee Lake-S' chips are all set for production shortly. (Source: Mydrivers)

Leaked roadmap reveals Intel's 'Cascade Lake-X' HEDT along with new 35W 'Coffee Lake-S' offerings

We might soon see Intel's 35W 'Coffee Lake-S' hit production in Q1 2018 alongside quad-core and dual-core 'Gemini Lake' entry level CPUs. Interestingly, Q4 2018 will see the launch of HEDT 'Cascade Lake-X', the successor to 'Skylake-X'.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 05 Dec 2017 09:41
Get World in Conflict and Assassin's Creed: Black Flag for free this month

Get World in Conflict and Assassin's Creed: Black Flag for free this month

Ubisoft is offering the acclaimed RTS World in Conflict now through December 11th. They will then release Assassin's Creed: Black Flag for free from December 12 through the 18th.
Sam Medley, 05 Dec 2017 06:48
Upcoming CoreBook detachable is Chuwi's answer to the Surface Pro series (Source: Chuwi)

Upcoming CoreBook 2-in-1 is Chuwi's answer to the Surface Pro series

Update: The crowd-funded CoreBook has almost reached its $100K stretch goal with almost a month left to go. Details regarding connectivity options, battery life, price, and availability are still under wraps as the device has not yet entered production.
Allen Ngo, 05 Dec 2017 06:05
Qualcomm purportedly has a wide range of Snapdragon SoCs ready for Windows laptops (Source: Fudzilla)

Qualcomm purportedly has a wide range of Snapdragon SoCs ready for Windows laptops

Windows and ARM have never really taken off together, but that isn't going to stop Qualcomm from trying. Windows notebooks based on unannounced Snapdragon SoCs could make an appearance at CES next month.
Allen Ngo, 05 Dec 2017 04:14
Target Wallet mobile payment system in action (Source: TechCrunch)

Target launches a new mobile payment system

The Target app has just received Wallet, a mobile payment system that only supports the Target REDcard for now, but it will soon gain the ability to add and pay with Target GiftCards as well.
Codrut Nistor, 05 Dec 2017 01:45
Dec 4, 2017
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Samsung Galaxy S9 Android flagship concept (Source: GizBot)

Samsung Galaxy S9 to come with a desktop dock called DeX Pad

A new drop in the ocean of Samsung Galaxy S9-related leaks and speculations reveals that the next-generation desktop dock that we already heard about will be named DeX Pad. Sadly, this new bit of information comes without other details.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 23:25
Wileyfox Pro with Windows 10. (Source: Wileyfox)

Wileyfox's new Windows Phone isn't shipping today like planned

The 'Wileyfox Pro with Windows 10' Windows phone has been delayed by two weeks until the 18th of December.
Craig Ward, 04 Dec 2017 23:20
Lenovo V730 (Source: Roland Quandt)

Lenovo V730 business notebook leaks online

The Lenovo V730 is a 13-inch notebook that has an 8th generation Intel Core processor inside (up to i7, of course) and features a business design that places it between the ThinkPad lineup and the IdeaPad family.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 22:10
Facebook Messenger Kids app for iOS (Source: Facebook)

Facebook Messenger Kids rolls out in the US

The new Facebook Messenger Kids opens up the social network to children aged under 13. This app allows parents to download the app on their child's device, create a profile, and then approve the contacts they are allowed to interact with.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 18:50
Image: Eve

Eve V flash sale going on now

Eve, the maker of the less expensive Surface Pro alternative Eve V, is offering the device in a flash sale open to the public today. Stock is limited, so head over to Eve's site if you want to secure a V of your own.
Sam Medley, 04 Dec 2017 17:51
BLU Life One X3 with MediaTek MT6753 (Source: BLU Products)

BLU Life One X3 silently debuts with a 5,000 mAh battery onboard

While many users with bricked phones are still waiting for an official solution to their problem, BLU Products forgets about the mayhem caused by its latest OTA update and silently intros the Life One X3 mid-ranger.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 17:50
Samsung Secure Wi-Fi VPN service (Source: SamMobile)

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 gets a VPN service with the latest update

Apparently as a response to the recently discovered (and patched) KRACK exploit, Samsung added a VPN service to the Galaxy Note 8. Known as "Secure Wi-Fi," this service encrypts all outgoing traffic to provide safe browsing while connected to unsecured public networks.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 17:07
The upcoming AMD Raven Ridge APUs will include the Vega 11 GPU cores. (Source: AMD)

Upcoming AMD Raven Ridge APUs to feature Vega 11 graphics core

The Vega 11 GPU core will only be featured in upcoming Raven Ridge APUs and will not be released as budget versions of the Vega 56/64 GPUs. These should bring a notable performance boost over the Ryzen 5 2500U chips that integrate Vega 8 cores.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Dec 2017 15:12
Apple Pay Cash now available thanks to iOS 11.2

iOS 11.2 comes with faster wireless charging and Apple Pay Cash

Apple has just released iOS 11.2 with support for faster wireless charging, video camera stabilization, Apple Pay Cash, as well as a fix for the autocorrect bug that has been recently discovered.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2017 14:05
The Cherry MC 4900 is aimed at office and business environments that need extra security. (Source: Cherry)

Cherry outs the MC 4900 optical mouse with fingerprint reader

The MC 4900 mouse is designed to bring extra security to office and business environments through the integrated fingerprint reader. While the mouse has a modest 1375 DPI optical sensor, the fingerprint sensor is among the best capacitive sensing solutions on the market, with 508 DPI resolution, 12 FPS capture speed and AES128 USB encryption.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Dec 2017 13:00

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