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Aug 26, 2016
OnePlus Bullets V2 headphones now official

OnePlus unveils Bullets V2 headphones

Although the price is still unkown, this new accessory promises to deliver excellent value like its $15 USD predecessor.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Aug 2016 10:30
HP FQ3 2016 financial results show dropping profits and revenue

HP FQ3 2016 financial results show dropping profits and revenue

Revenue from the manufacturer's Printing business is down 18 percent YoY while sales of notebooks are up 8 percent.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 26 Aug 2016 08:32
LG X Cam Smartphone Review

82% LG X Cam Smartphone Review

Camera expert. LG's latest product line with an "X" in its name combines mid-range smartphones with handpicked features that are normally found in the smartphone premium range. LG's X Cam stands out with a special "x-tra" in the camera section. Find out whether the camera module's quality is also "x-tra" good.
Mediatek MT6753, ARM Mali-T720 MP4, 5.2", 118.2 g
Marcus Herbrich, 26 Aug 2016 08:27
Garmin Fenix Chronos luxury smartwatch now available starting at $899.99 USD

Garmin launches Fenix Chronos, its first luxury smartwatch

A luxury smartwatch that can also be worn in the gym, the Chronos comes in three variants, priced between $899.99 USD and $1.499,99 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Aug 2016 08:25
Aug 25, 2016
Is now sending your phone number to Facebook: WhatsApp.

WhatsApp: Starts sending some user data to Facebook

Until now, Facebook and its messenger app WhatsApp have been strictly separated. Now the two companies start connecting their users' data.
Florian Wimmer, 25 Aug 2016 21:32
Will your iPhone automatically collect data about thiefs?

Apple: New patent helps you find out who stole your iPhone

Biometric data including photos of the face, finger prints and voice recordings could be collected after your iPhone has been stolen.
Florian Wimmer, 25 Aug 2016 21:20
Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 Android smartphone with MediaTek Helio X20 processor

Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 launches in China

The new handset has a 5.5-inch full HD display, is powered by a MediaTek Helio X20 processor, and starts as low as $135 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Aug 2016 16:55
Samsung SM-W2017 Veyron Android flip-phone on AnTuTu

Samsung Veyron shows up on AnTuTu

The successor of Samsung's SM-W2016 clamshell smartphone has been spotted on AnTuTu sporting a Snapdragon 820, 4 GB RAM, and 64 GB internal storage.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Aug 2016 15:25
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 blown up due to USB Type-C convertor recharging

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 blows up in China

The incident took place while charging the phablet with a micro USB to Type-C converter for the cable and only occurred once so far.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Aug 2016 14:55
Intel: Detailed Kaby Lake road map leaked

Intel: Detailed Kaby Lake Road Map leaked

The expected launch of Intel Kaby Lake dual-core processors seems to be confirmed again. First-gen chips (with DHCP 1.4) should be released in September, chips with the new stepping (and DHCP 2.2 support) in the end of December or the start of January in combination with the quad-core processor from the S- (desktop) and H-series (mobile).
J. Simon Leitner, 25 Aug 2016 13:01
Touch disease is most likely a late effect of Bendgate.

Late bendgate effects: Is Apple ignoring dying touchscreens on the iPhone 6?

iPhone 6 users are complaining about touchscreen problems on their two year old iPhones. Is Apple ignoring a structural problem with their first iPhone 6 design?
Alexander Fagot, 25 Aug 2016 12:19
LG Nexus 5 gets unofficial Android 7.0 Nougat firmware update

Google Nexus 5 gets unofficial Android 7.0 firmware

Although Google decided not to offer Nougat for most existing Nexus devices, Nexus 5 users can already load an early build of Android 7.0 released by an independent developer.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Aug 2016 10:40
Samsung Gear S2 smartwatch now offers iOS compatibility in beta stage

Gear S2 iOS beta program begins

After a long delay, it looks like both the Gear S2 and the Gear Fit 2 are now compatible with iOS devices, at least as part of a beta program.
Codrut Nistor, 25 Aug 2016 09:25
HP Sure View privacy screens coming to the EliteBook 840 and 1040

HP Sure View privacy screens coming to the EliteBook 840 and 1040

The company will be the world's first to incorporate privacy screens with adjustable levels of privacy to thwart passers-by and "visual hackers".
Allen Ngo, 25 Aug 2016 09:25
Everyone who buys a selected Lenovo smartphone will find Microsoft apps on them in the future. (Picture: Lenovo)

Lenovo: Microsoft apps on selected Android devices

Chinese manufacturer Lenovo will install apps like Office, Skype and OneDrive on selected Android devices. Is that something that will make users happy?
Florian Wimmer, 25 Aug 2016 08:55
Samsung and Apple continue to dominate the smartphone market (Source: Canaccord Genuity)

Samsung and Apple continue to dominate the smartphone market

Both manufacturers almost exclusively collect all profits made in the smartphone market with larger profit margins than the rest of the competition.
Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngo, 25 Aug 2016 08:45
By chance, Barbra Streisand got the date for the latest update that might bring Siri to the Mac.

Apple: Barbra Streisand as oracle for updates

Singer and actress Barbra Streisand was annoyed of Siri pronouncing her name wrong. So she just called Apple and asked them to change it. In this call, she obviously got the date for the next system updates.
Florian Wimmer, 25 Aug 2016 08:42
Lenovo  Yoga Tab 3 Plus: New Android Tablet leaked (Source: Winfuture.de)

Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Plus: New Android Tablet leaked

A new Lenovo Tablet leaked before its official announcement. The Yoga Tab 3 Plus is meant to round-off Lenovos line of Yoga Android-tablets. It is positioned in the mid-end market-segment.
Benjamin Herzig, 25 Aug 2016 02:22
Aug 24, 2016
Intel HD Graphics 620

Intel HD Graphics 620

24 Gen. 9.5 Kaby Lake cores @ 300MHz, 64/128 Bit DDR3/DDR4
Specifications and benchmarks of the Intel HD Graphics 620 graphics card for Notebooks.
Amazon Kindle Fire 7 Android tablet might get a successor soon

A new Amazon Fire tablet shows up at FCC

The description of a new tablet that has been spotted earlier this week looks like an unannounced Amazon device might soon hit the market.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Aug 2016 22:55
There are not many new features to see, but there are less bugs in the latest Windows 10.

Windows 10: New Update for Anniversary Edition

New update KB3176934 brings Windows 10 to version 14393.82. New features are non-existant, but there are many bug fixes.
Florian Wimmer, 24 Aug 2016 22:51
Most currently available models from Sony will get Android 7. (Bild: Sony)

Android 7: These devices by Sony, HTC & Lenovo will get an update

Following the release of Android 7, three manufacturers have announced which devices will get an update to Google's latest operating system.
Florian Wimmer, 24 Aug 2016 22:38
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Intel Core i3-7100U Notebook Processor

Kaby Lake x86 2 cores @ 2400 MHz 14nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i3-7100U laptop processor (CPU).
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Intel Core i5 7200U Notebook Processor

Kaby Lake x86 2 cores @ 2500 - 3100 MHz 14nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i5 7200U laptop processor (CPU).
Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge get August security update

Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge get a new security update

The unlocked variants of the two flagship models have just begun to receive this month’s security update all across the United States.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Aug 2016 21:55
Android Nougat statue at Googleplex, Android 7.1 Nougat/MR1 spotted

Android 7.1 Nougat apparently in the works

Android 7.1 was spotted in the Developer Console, and it looks like it might arrive as MR1 - the first Maintenance Release update to the latest major version of Google's mobile operating system.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Aug 2016 19:35
Samsung Pay turns one-year old and nears 100 million transactions

Samsung Pay nearing 100 million transactions

Samsung's digital wallet platform is now one-year old and has about five million users each month.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Aug 2016 13:40
Google is planning regular feature- and security updates starting with Android 7.

Google Android 7: Regular Maintenance Releases planned

Google is planning to release regular Maintenance Releases for Android 7 Nougat starting as early as this fall. According to rumors, this year's Nexus-devices could be announce together with the availability of MR 1.
Alexander Fagot, 24 Aug 2016 13:32
E Fun Nextbook 10.1 Windows 10 convertible tablet with Intel Atom x5-Z8300 processor

E Fun Nextbook 10.1 convertible hits Target

This $180 USD Windows 10 tablet with a detachable keyboard is powered by a Cherry Trail Intel Atom x5 processor, next to 2 GB of memory and 32 GB of internal storage.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Aug 2016 11:40
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Intel Core i7-7500U Notebook Processor

Kaby Lake x86 2 cores @ 2700 - 3500 MHz 14nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the Intel Core i7 7500U laptop processor (CPU).
Samsung Cloud Together Android app now available for download

Samsung Cloud Together now available for download

This app helps its users to manage popular cloud storage services such as Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, and Dropbox.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Aug 2016 10:40
Asus ZenPad 10.0 Z300M-6A039A Tablet Review

83% Asus ZenPad 10.0 Z300M-6A039A Tablet Review

The same, but one size bigger, please. The hardware in Asus' ZenPad 10.0 is largely identical to that of the 8.0-inch version, which convinced us in terms of price-performance. Thus, the total rating will mostly depend on the quality of the main differentiator - namely, the 10-inch display.
MediaTek MT8163 V/B 1.3 GHz, ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 10.1", 503 g
Oliver Moebel, 24 Aug 2016 08:47
Aug 23, 2016
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Samsung Z2 Tizen smartphone with 4G connectivity

Samsung Z2 launches in India

This 4-inch handset is the first Tizen-powered smartphone to feature 4G connectivity and its price in India is less than $70 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Aug 2016 18:55
Intel: Kaby Lake quad-core ULV processors in 2017

Intel: Kaby Lake Quad-Core ULV Processors in 2017

With the rumored launch of the next CPU generation "Kaby Lake" right ahead of us, we should also see quad-core ULV processors from Intel for the first time. There seem to be 15 and 18-Watt models with four cores and Intel HD Graphics GPU.
J. Simon Leitner, 23 Aug 2016 18:27
Xiaomi MIUI 8 Android UI now available for Xiaomi Mi 4i, Redmi Note, and more

Xiaomi launches MIUI 8 Android UI

Although it was introduced back in May with the Mi Max phablet, the new iteration of Xiaomi's Android UI now rolls out to older handsets, including the Redmi Note and the Mi 4i.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Aug 2016 16:25
Samsung Galaxy Tab S Android tablet to get Marshmallow firmware

Samsung Galaxy Tab S will get Android Marshmallow

The two-year-old Galaxy Tab S launched with Android KitKat, then its firmware was updated to Lollipop, and now Samsung has decided to provide a Marshmallow update to its users as well.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Aug 2016 14:35
Is Samsung working on a second hand-smartphone program?

Samsung: Refurbished phones program next year?

Samsung could start selling refurbished high-end-smartphones next year, a Reuters-report suggests. It is unclear whether this program will launch in western markets or be limited to developing countries.
Alexander Fagot, 23 Aug 2016 11:45
Google launches Android 7.0 Nougat with multi-window support and more

Google releases Android 7.0 Nougat

The new Android version packs multi-window capabilities, VR mode, an improved Doze mode, the Vulkan3D graphics API, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Aug 2016 11:30
Asus ROG G752VS Notebook Review

87% Asus ROG G752VS Notebook Review

Desktop replacement! The latest model of the ROG-series is supposed to be a big leap in terms of performance. Thanks to the brand-new and powerful Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 from the new Pascal lineup, the chances are not bad. This article will find out whether this plan works and if Asus can beat the rivals.
Intel Core i7-6820HK, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Mobile, 17.3", 4.5 kg
Sebastian Bade, 23 Aug 2016 11:26
Face Off: Apple MacBook 12 Core m3, Core m5, and Core m7

Face Off: Apple MacBook 12 Core m3, Core m5, and Core m7

Core m3, m5 or the m7? Apple's MacBook 12 is available with different processors. Therefore, many users would want to know which chip they should get. Is the inexpensive Core m3 sufficient, or should you get the faster Core m7? And what are the implications on the heat development as well as the battery runtimes? We will answer all these questions in the following article.
Andreas Osthoff, 23 Aug 2016 11:21
Will Huawei reveal a new sub-brand during IFA this year?

Huawei IFA-Teaser: New Sub-Brand incoming?

Rumors about a new Huawei sub-brand could be revealed during a press event September 1st at 10.30 am CEST, one day before the start of Europe's greatest trade show IFA 2016 in Berlin.
Alexander Fagot, 23 Aug 2016 10:53
Apple iPhone upcoming 5.8-inch high-end AMOLED model to launch in 2017 or 2018

Apple to launch three iPhone models next year

The upcoming iPhone trio is expected to include two LCD-based 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch models, as well as a high-end OLED-based 5.8-inch model.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Aug 2016 09:20
Leaked renders could be the Meizu Pro 7 or Pro 6 Plus

Leaked renders could be the Meizu Pro 7 or Pro 6 Plus

The next Meizu flagship may incorporate rounded Gorilla Glass edges and a dual rear camera setup with an overall design more akin to the Samsung Galaxy Edge series.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 23 Aug 2016 08:12
Andromium Superbook will be a second display for both Windows and Macs

Andromium Superbook will be a second display for both Windows and Macs

The Kickstarter campaign has met its goals to begin producing a notebook shell that can act as external displays for Windows PCs, Macs, and Android devices.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 23 Aug 2016 06:40
Aug 22, 2016
Lifestage: Video first and funny frames. (Picture: Facebook)

Facebook: New app "Lifestage" wants to win over Snapchat users

"Lifestage" is Facebook's attempt to win over younger users who find that Facebook is just not cool enough. The app is mainly designed for high school kids.
Florian Wimmer, 22 Aug 2016 20:20
Don't call it lapotp. The gigantic Sky X9E2 mostly contains desktop components. (Picture: Eurocom)

Eurocom Sky X9E2: Massive gaming notebook with desktop components

Canadian manufacturer Eurocom presents a massive gamine notebook with desktop components wheighing 5,6 kilos and supporting up to 6 TByte of mass memory.
Florian Wimmer, 22 Aug 2016 19:56
Genee corporate logo, Microsoft buys Genee

Microsoft acquires Genee

The two-year-old company behind an artificial-intelligence-powered scheduling service joins the Redmond giant to help improve Office 365.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Aug 2016 18:55
Samsung SM-P580 Android tablet sketch

Samsung SM-P580 tablet spotted online

The leaked sketches show a 10-inch slate with a stylus, while the features revealed include a Samsung Exynos 7870 processor and a microSD slot.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Aug 2016 15:30
Pebble 2 smartwatch spotted online, shipments expected to begin next month

Pebble 2 hits FCC

The first units are expected to ship next month, but the updated Pebble smartwatch has just been spotted at FCC and some official pictures appeared online as well.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Aug 2016 14:30
Samsung LEVEL Active Bluetooth headset available in the US since August 19th, 2016

Samsung LEVEL Active headset now available in the US

This Bluetooth-enabled headset was specially designed for active people engaged in outdoor activities and can be paired with the Samsung Level app.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Aug 2016 11:55

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