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Aug 3, 2017
BlackBerry KEYOne Limited Edition Black debuts in India with improved specs

BlackBerry KEYOne hits India with better specs

While the original KEYOne is built by TCL, the Limited Edition Black that retails in India is built and distributed by Optiemus, also featuring more memory and storage (4 GB and 64 GB vs. 3 GB and 32 GB on the TCL version).
Codrut Nistor, 03 Aug 2017 12:02
IBM Research Exploratory Tape Scientist Mark Lantz explains how 330 TB could fit into the cartridge he is holding. (Source: PC Mag)

IBM fits 330 TB in palm-size cartridge

IBM colaborated with Sony and managed to achieve the highest areal density of 201 gigabits per square inch (Gb/in2) for magnetic tape. The 330 TB cartridge capacity could be doubled every two years.
Bogdan Solca, 03 Aug 2017 11:26
LG K4 (2017) Smartphone Review

80% LG K4 (2017) Smartphone Review

Good for beginners. This phone is really an ideal first smartphone: if you are not accustomed to smartphones, you will have no difficulties navigating through the home screens, switching between two SIM cards or taking notes on the smartphone. Everyone else will probably not be satisfied with the level of the LG K4's hardware.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 MSM8909, Adreno 304, 5", 136 g
Inge Schwabe, 03 Aug 2017 10:08
Aug 2, 2017
A render of the Note 8 with its stylus. (Source: @evleaks | Twitter)

Details about the Galaxy Note 8's specs have been leaked

A list of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8's specs has been leaked ahead of the handset's launch. The leak confirms the use of a Snapdragon 835 or Exynos 8895 processor, depending on region, and the camera setup, amid other details.
John Garcia, 02 Aug 2017 23:27
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Intel Core i7-5960X CPU - Benchmarks and Specs

Haswell-E x86 8 cores @ 3000 - 3500 MHz 22nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i7-5960X processor (CPU) for Desktops.
ASRock confirms that Coffee Lake isn't compatible with 100-series and 200-series motherboards. (Source: Pixabay)

'Coffee Lake' isn't compatible with your current motherboard says ASRock

ASRock has inadvertently confirmed via Twitter that Coffee Lake CPUs will require a new motherboard when replying to a users question regarding whether they will support the new CPUs on one of their existing Z270 motherboards.
Craig Ward, 02 Aug 2017 21:34
Dell Canvas 27 tablet for business with Windows 10

Massive Dell Canvas tablet now up for sale

The Intel Atom-driven, 27-inch Canvas tablet with pen, touch, and dial input support can be purchased starting at US$1,799, but depending on the hardware, software, and services chosen, it can get much more expensive.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Aug 2017 19:51
Asus VivoBook E200HA (x5-Z8350, 32 GB) Subnotebook Review

81% Asus VivoBook E200HA (x5-Z8350, 32 GB) Subnotebook Review

Is affordable actually good? With the Asus VivoBook E200HA-FD0041TS, the manufacturer offers an 11.6-inch subnotebook on the market that is supposed to convince the customer in three different colors. There is also a quad-core processor under the hood. You can find out in our short review, how the little notebook fares in our test.
Intel Atom x5-Z8350, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), 11.6", 976 g
Sebastian Bade, 02 Aug 2017 19:10
Microsoft's Surface Plus program lets buyers pay through installment plans (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft's Surface Plus program lets buyers pay through installment plans

All four Surface devices are eligible so long as users are willing to run through a credit check and agree to a 24-month payment plan with 0 percent APR.
Allen Ngo, 02 Aug 2017 18:54
The recent driver update has stopped Windows Hello from activating facial recognition. (Source: Own)

UPDATE | Newest driver update makes the Surface Pro 4 blind

The latest driver update from Microsoft has stopped Windows Hello from activating the IR camera needed for facial recognition on some Surface Pro 4's. However, the problem with the screen vibration bug might also have been fixed.
Craig Ward, 02 Aug 2017 17:41
Nextbit Robin Android smartphone no loses customer support as of early August 2017

Nextbit Robin support shuts down

Razer will no longer provide customer support for this handset from now on, but software updates will continue to arrive until February 2018, as previously announced.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Aug 2017 17:05
LG Q6 Android smartphone launch details now official

LG Q6 coming to South Korea this week

According to the South Korean tech giant, its first mid-range handset to offer a FullVision display is scheduled to hit the local market this week, while the rest of the world should get it "in the weeks to come."
Codrut Nistor, 02 Aug 2017 14:55
Prevailing bitcoin logo. (Source: bitboy/Wikimedia)

Bitcoin gets forked up and now we have a new currency

A minority group who were unhappy with the block size limitations of Bitcoin and the proposed changes to increase transaction speed have performed a hard fork of the cryptocurrency, creating Bitcoin Cash. The new currency has a faster transaction speed and in theory should offer higher profitability for miners.
Craig Ward, 02 Aug 2017 14:50
The N23 and N24 convertibles integrate a 1366 x 768 pixel IPS touchscreen display with 360-degree hinge. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo's low-cost Windows 10 S convertible notebooks available now

Prices range from US$229 for the N23 and go up to $349 for the N24. The two convertible models are designed for schools and business environments.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Aug 2017 13:16
Intel UHD Graphics 620 GPU Review - Benchmarks and Specs

Intel UHD Graphics 620 GPU Review - Benchmarks and Specs

24 Gen. 9.5 cores @ 300MHz
Specifications and benchmarks of the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 graphics card for Kaby-Lake-Refresh based laptops.
The microphone and speaker could be integrated in the stand. (Source: GSMArena)

Facebook is working on a video chat device

Prototypes of the video chat device include a 13”-15” screen, “smart camera technology” with wide-angle lenses and AI-powered microphones and speakers. Bloomberg informs that the official launch could occur in 2018 and the device could retail for “a few hundred dollars”.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Aug 2017 10:30
For the first time in years, the iPad saw a resurgence — likely due to the new price options and unique 120Hz displays. (Source: ArsTechnica/Andrew Cunningham)

Apple's third quarter results beat expectations, reveal challenges

Apple's third quarter financial reports show strong performance of the iPad and online Services. Meanwhile, revenue in the Greater China region dipped by 10%, highlighting one of the company's future challenges.
Douglas Black, 02 Aug 2017 08:16
The key feature of the M5520 anniversary edition is the dark anodized aluminum upper and lower surfaces. (Source: Dell)

The XPS 9560's brother, the Precision 5520, just got a special new color

Dell is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Precision business workstation line with a cool "limited edition" Precision 5520, sporting new packaging, special wallpapers, and (most importantly) a cool dark anodized aluminum finish.
Douglas Black, 02 Aug 2017 06:06
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2017 20JD0015US (i5-7200U, FHD) Convertible Review

89% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2017 20JD0015US (i5-7200U, FHD) Convertible Review

Less expensive… but still expensive. Today’s ThinkPad X1 Yoga configuration preserves most of the major plusses of our previous review unit while dropping the price nearly in half. Is this the true sweet spot in the convertible PC market?
Intel Core i5-7200U, HD Graphics 620, 14", 1.4 kg
Steve Schardein, 02 Aug 2017 04:15
Aug 1, 2017
Acer TravelMate P449-G2-M (i5-7200U, FHD IPS) Laptop Review

83% Acer TravelMate P449-G2-M (i5-7200U, FHD IPS) Laptop Review

Bread & Butter. These days, notebooks are considered a bulk commodity, and affordable business notebooks are a dime a dozen. Standing out of the crowd is quite tough, particularly if you are competing against established names and brands. Let us find out whether or not Acer stands a chance in the low-end business market against the ProBooks, Latitudes, and ThinkPads of this world with its TravelMate 449, shall we?
Intel Core i5-7200U, HD Graphics 620, 14", 1.8 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 01 Aug 2017 23:27
Windows Mixed Reality Headsets by Acer (left) and HP (right). (Source: Microsoft)

Windows Mixed Reality headsets now available on the Microsoft Store

The Acer and HP Windows Mixed Reality Headsets are now listed on the Microsoft Store for US$299 and US$329 respectively. The requirements listed are much higher than what was originally promised, but since these are targeted at developers, those might only be the specifications for development.
Craig Ward, 01 Aug 2017 22:48
Facebook buys AI startup Ozlo

Facebook acquires AI startup Ozlo

The Californian startup that managed to build a huge knowledge graph and also created the AI technology to use this large amount of data "to understand real-world nuances" is joining Facebook's Messenger team.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Aug 2017 20:25
Nokia 3

78% Nokia 3 Smartphone Review

Welcome back! Nokia re-enters the ring of smartphone manufacturers and adds an entry-level device to the market, the Nokia 3. In our tests we will uncover whether it has to hide behind the good-sounding name or will boost it to new heights.
Mediatek MT6737, ARM Mali-T720, 5", 141 g
Florian Wimmer, 01 Aug 2017 19:18
Intel: Kaby Lake refresh (KBL-R/U) comes without AMD iGPU

Intel: Kaby Lake refresh (KBL-R/U) comes without AMD iGPU

We were able to obtain more specific details regarding AMD GPUs in Intel's CPUs. Insiders have further mentioned four new mobile microprocessors.
Update 8/2/17: Intel is not going to incorporate AMD-GPUs into its mobile microprocessors.
Silvio Werner, J. Simon Leitner, 01 Aug 2017 17:53
HP has created a more toned down version of their Omen VR Backback, aimed at business use (Source: HP)

HP decides that businesses need VR too, announces VR backpack with a Quadro P5200

HP has announced the 'HP Z VR Backpack' designed for virtual reality use in a business environment where red accents and flashing LEDs look out of place. It uses an i7-7820HQ, 32 GB RAM, and a Quadro P5200.
Craig Ward, 01 Aug 2017 17:53
Nokia 8 variants detailed on GFXBench as Nokia 9

Three Nokia 8 variants surface online

The upcoming flagship has been spotted on AnTuTu and GFXBench, although the latter listed the same model numbers as Nokia 9 models. The Nokia 8 is expected to arrive in about two weeks.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Aug 2017 16:35
Alleged image of the Galaxy Note 8. (Source: evleaks/twitter)

Newly leaked image shows what to expect from the Galaxy Note 8

Noted product leaker, Evan Blass, has posted an image of the Galaxy Note 8 on twitter. It shows front, back, and side profile in two colors. The fingerprint scanner is in the same troublesome location as the Galaxy S8, and there appears to be a dedicated Bixby button.
Craig Ward, 01 Aug 2017 15:17
With the 8 MP front camera, users don't have to flip the phone to access the rear camera for great selfie pics. (Source: Micromax)

Micromax's Selfie 2 smartphone comes with an 8MP front flash camera

The Selfie 2 smartphone combines powerful imaging features with an impressive 8 MP front flash camera and a 13 MP Sony IMX135 rear camera for only US$154.
Bogdan Solca, 01 Aug 2017 13:29
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NVIDIA Quadro P5200 Workstation GPU

2560 Pascal cores @ 1316MHz, 256 Bit GDDR5 @ 7216MHz
Specifications and benchmarks of the professional NVIDIA Quadro P5200 graphics card for laptops and mobile workstations.
The launch date of the X4 draws closer. (Source: SmartPrix)

Press render of the Moto X4 reveals its color options

Hype and marketing for the Moto X4 are picking up speed, so there's a chance we may be getting it in the near future. Press renders of the X4 have surfaced, giving us an idea of what colors we'll be getting it in.
Ricci Rox, 01 Aug 2017 12:04
Action Launcher v26 Android launcher app now available for download

Action Launcher v26 now available for download

This new full release of Chris Lacy's popular Android launcher features various Android O elements, such as extended Unread Count support, new "Icons & App Shortcuts" settings, as well as a new widget picker.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Aug 2017 11:15
Acer Switch 3 SW312 (Pentium N4200) Convertible Review

84% Acer Switch 3 SW312 (Pentium N4200) Convertible Review

An elegant convertible! Acer has presented a new convertible in 12-inch format - the Switch 3. Thanks to its versatility, the convertible is supposed to be a great choice both for business and private use. Find out whether Acer reached its goals in our short but detailed review.
Intel Pentium N4200, HD Graphics 505, 12.2", 877 g
Sebastian Bade, 01 Aug 2017 10:53
Nvidia has worked with OEMs like Asus, HP, Powercolor and Razor to provide the external chassis. (Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia is bringing Titan Xp and Quadro external GPU solutions to notebook creative professionals

The Titan Xp solution is intended for gaming as well as demanding appliactions such as Maya and Premier Pro, while the Quadro eGPU mainly focuses on engineering-grade applications and certifications.
Bogdan Solca, 01 Aug 2017 10:42
Apple throwing 2.67 billion Dollars at LG to make more OLED panels (Source: 9to5mac)

Apple throwing 2.67 billion Dollars at LG to make more OLED panels

The Cupertino company wants to secure and diversify its iPhone supply chain by injecting money into more overseas factories.
Allen Ngo, 01 Aug 2017 08:38
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 Pro (x5-Z8350, LTE, 128 GB) Convertible Review

80% Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320 Pro (x5-Z8350, LTE, 128 GB) Convertible Review

Compact convertible! The IdeaPad Miix 320 combines versatile use in the tightest space. An LTE module is also installed and the quad-core CPU is to ensure a decent work speed. Find out in this review how the 10-inch convertible scores in the test.
Intel Atom x5-Z8350, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), 10.1", 1 kg
Sebastian Bade, 01 Aug 2017 07:44
Jul 31, 2017
Verizon-exclusive Moto GamePad accessory now up for pre-order

Moto GamePad pre-orders now live

Although the Moto Z2 Force Edition will hit other major carriers in the US by mid-August, the Moto GamePad accessory is exclusively available via Verizon Wireless, next to the JBL SoundBoost 2 speaker mod in red.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Jul 2017 23:15
Adobe Flash support officially ending in 2020 (Source: Adobe)

Adobe Flash support officially ending in 2020

Adobe will be shifting efforts into promoting HTML5 through its Premiere Pro and Animate software tools while letting its deprecated Flash Player die a slow death.
Allen Ngo, 31 Jul 2017 23:09
The ASUS ROG Strix version of the Vega 64 features a similar visual design to previous strix GPUs. (Source: ASUS)

Asus reveals the first custom designed AMD RX Vega 64

ASUS is the first manufacturer to announce a custom designed AMD RX Vega 64 graphics card. These feature familiar ROG Strix design with a large heatsink and a triple-fan cooler. These custom cards are expected in early September, a few weeks later than the reference designs.
Craig Ward, 31 Jul 2017 22:06
Samsung Galaxy S8 flagship with Alcantara cover, Samsung dominates the Indian smartphone market

Samsung continues to lead the Indian smartphone market

Samsung keeps the first position with a market share of 24.1 percent overall, as well as an impressive 55 percent slice of the premium smartphone pie. Local manufacturers continue to stay out of the top 5.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Jul 2017 21:55
The unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8 is now available in Coral Blue. (Source: Android Central)

Deal | The best deal on the Galaxy S8 is now live — get it now for as low as US$425

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is now available for $150 off the regular price: combine that with Samsung's trade-in program for eligible phones and reap the rewards of the limited period discount.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 31 Jul 2017 21:41
Nokia 3 Android smartphone receives 7.1.1 Nougat software update

Nokia 3 to get Android 7.1.1 by the end of August

On its way to the promised Android O update, this affordable 5-inch Nokia smartphone is scheduled to receive the next minor Nougat refresh in the coming month.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Jul 2017 20:55
HTC U11 Smartphone Review

89% HTC U11 Smartphone Review

Full steam ahead. HTC attempts to mix it up at the top with the new flagship smartphone U11. The company incorporates lots of high tech into an extraordinary case which not only looks different, but also features a unique and pressure-sensitive frame design. Update: HTC rolls out new firmware.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (8998), Adreno 540, 5.5", 169 g
Daniel Schmidt, 31 Jul 2017 18:51
AMD revealed the unique Threadripper packaging last week. (Source: AMD)

AMD has announced the US$549 Ryzen Threadripper 1900X octa-core CPU

The Ryzen Threadripper 1900X is US$50 more expensive than the Ryzen 7 1800X, and even though they have similar specs, the Threadripper CPU is worth the extra cost considering the benefits of the new X399 chipset.
Bogdan Solca, 31 Jul 2017 18:51
MSI updates WS63 workstation with Quadro P4000 graphics

MSI updates WS63 workstation with Max-Q Quadro P4000 graphics

The new WS63 is now available for a starting price of $3100 USD and is one of the first to ship with a Max-Q Quadro P4000 GPU.
Allen Ngo, 31 Jul 2017 18:44
We've seen this somewhere before. (Source: Gizmochina)

The Ulefone T1 can be ordered now for $199.99

The T1, Ulefone's new mid-ranger that supports a number of North American LTE bands, will be available for pre-order starting today. US$199.99 for 6GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, dual rear cameras, and a Helio P25 is quite the compelling buy.
Ricci Rox, 31 Jul 2017 18:10
The wait is finally over. AMD's new Vega based GPUs will soon be available in a store near you. (Source: AnandTech)

AMD Radeon RX Vega now official: $499 for the Vega 64 and $399 for the Vega 56

AMD has finally made the next gen Vega GPUs official with the unveiling of 3 Radeon RX Vega GPUs featuring enhanced features at seemingly competitive price points, with broad availability starting August 14.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 31 Jul 2017 17:34
The Moto Mod system relies on a series of magnets and contact pins to connect onto the back of the Moto Z phones. (Source: Motorola)

Moto Mod compatibility confirmed with future Moto Z-based devices

The Moto Z and accompanying Moto Mod products have been one of the most successful modular smartphone systems to date. Now that the second generation of Moto Z smartphones has arrived, Motorola has announced that they will continue to support their modular ecosystem for a third generation in 2018.
Craig Ward, 31 Jul 2017 17:32
The Cat.18 6CA LTE modem will see mass production towards the end of 2017. (Source: Investopedia)

Samsung readies industry-first 1.2 Gbps downlink LTE mobile modem

With speeds of up to 1.2 Gbps, the new LTE modem allows users to download full-length HD movies in 10 seconds.
Bogdan Solca, 31 Jul 2017 16:55
Sony Xperia L1

79% Sony Xperia L1 Smartphone Review

Solid and good-looking. If you do not consider "solid" as an insult, but instead connect the word with reliability and trustworthiness, then the Sony Xperia L1 might be something for you. It offers solid performance, in the best sense of the word, in many areas. No more and no less.
Mediatek MT6737T, ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 5.5", 180 g
Florian Wimmer, 31 Jul 2017 16:22
Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) Duos Smartphone Review

83% Samsung Galaxy J7 (2017) Duos Smartphone Review

It's not all roses. The Samsung Galaxy J7 is the larger version of the Galaxy J5. It has similar features, but a larger, 5.5-inch display. After the redesign of the entire series, the J7, too, now has a non-removable battery. To find out about other changes, take a look at our detailed review. Update: new firmware with bug fixes released.
Samsung Exynos 7870 Octa, ARM Mali-T830 MP1, 5.5", 181 g
Daniel Schmidt, 31 Jul 2017 13:59

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