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Aug 3, 2016
Upcoming Sony press conference could introduce the Xperia XR smartphone

Upcoming Sony press conference could introduce the Xperia XR smartphone

The recent rumors on the Xperia F8331 are looking more likely now that Sony is expected to kick off this year's IFA trade show in Berlin, Germany.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 03 Aug 2016 08:29
Adoption rate of USB Type-C has been slower than expected

Adoption rate of USB Type-C has been slower than expected

DigiTimes cites higher prices and electric current demands as primary factors holding back the reversible USB port.
Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngo, 03 Aug 2016 07:28
Aug 2, 2016
Android Nougat statue at Googleplex

LG V20 to launch as the first Android Nougat handset

LG has been supporting Android for a long time, and now they plan to become the first company to ship a handset with Nougat by the end of Q3.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Aug 2016 18:55
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Android phablet gets July security patches

T-Mobile updates the Galaxy Note Edge and the Galaxy Note 4

The update has around 300 MB in size and contains the July security patches, as well as various minor tweaks and fixes, as usual.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Aug 2016 16:10
Carrier-free version of Asus ZenPad Z8 tablet is ZenPad 3 8.0

Asus ZenPad 3 8.0 is now official

This apparently new 7.9-inch Android slate is, in fact, the Asus ZenPad Z8 without Verizon Wireless branding.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Aug 2016 13:50
Samsung Galaxy View

71% Samsung Galaxy View Tablet Review

White giant. Thanks to its 18.4-inch screen, the Samsung Galaxy View stands out from the majority of tablets. This does, however, also affect the weight and the size. Where can you use such a tablet and can it convince in terms of technology?
Samsung Exynos 7580 Octa, ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 18.4", 2.7 kg
Andreas Kilian, 02 Aug 2016 08:16
Sony Xperia X Smartphone Review

85% Sony Xperia X Smartphone Review

Ambitious. The Sony Xperia X aims to be a top smartphone and a photo artist in one device. Although the 5-inch Android system brings many features and high performance, is cannot fully meet its high, self-imposed claims.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 MSM8956, Adreno 510, 5", 152 g
Manuel Masiero, 02 Aug 2016 08:11
Apple iPhone 7 earphones could come from Beats

Apple iPhone 7 earphones could come from Beats

According to at least one wholesale supplier, Apple could reveal Lightning and Bluetooth-based earphones and even a next generation "Watch 7" with eSIM options.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 02 Aug 2016 06:33
LG to increase R&D on OLED production

LG to invest more heavily on OLED production

The South Korean manufacturer will throw another 1.75 billion USD in OLED manufacturing.
Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngo, 02 Aug 2016 06:33
Aug 1, 2016
Toshiba Portégé Z20t-C-121 Detachable Review

85% Toshiba Portégé Z20t-C-121 Detachable Review

Business device with stamina. Toshiba primarily did a facelift with the Portégé Z20t-C: The C models come with Skylake processors now and bring a Type-C USB port (USB 3.1 Gen 1). Despite a price north of about 2000 Euros (~$2234), the device is not flawless.
Intel Core m7-6Y75, HD Graphics 515, 12.5", 1.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 01 Aug 2016 21:56
The 10 nm processor will go head-to-head with the Snapdragon 830 next year

MediaTek gives first look at the deca-core Helio X30 SoC

The company's Chief Operating Officer detailed some core specifications of the upcoming flagship Helio X30 SoC including its 10 nm lithography and switch to integrated PowerVR graphics.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 01 Aug 2016 06:24
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42 new external reviews +
PC Authority: Review: the HP Spectre x2 can't beat the Surface Pro 4, Notebookreview.com: VAIO S Review: A Classic Business Laptop, Notebookreview.com: Lenovo ThinkPad P40 Yoga Review: 2-in-1 Workstation, Notebookreview.com: Gigabyte Aero 14 Review, Android Authority: A Spec-Heavy $249 Verizon Tablet, Android Authority: An affordable flagship that is nearly free of compromise, Android Authority: A solid smartphone that offers a lot of bang for your buck, V3.co.uk: Cat S60 review, Android Authority: Possibly showing us the future of smartphones, PC Authority: Review: Huawei Mate 8 - it's big, thin and powerful, PC Authority: Review: Dell's XPS 12 is all over the shop, Notebookreview.com: A High-Value Ultrabook, PC Authority: Review: Dell Chromebook 13 7310, Notebookreview.com: Lenovo ideapad Miix 310 Review: Last of the Atoms, V3.co.uk: Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition review, V3.co.uk: Toshiba Portege Z20t-c review, Kitguru: Dell Chromebook 13 7310 Review, Phandroid: Moto Z Force Droid Review, Phandroid: Moto Z Droid Review, Android Authority: A great smartphone, needing a little refinement, Kitguru: Asus ROG GX700 Watercooled Laptop Review, Notebooks.com: ASUS Chromebook Flip with Android Apps: 2-in-1 Times 2, PC Authority: Review: Asus ROG Strix GL502 Gaming Laptop, PC Authority: Review: Asus' ZenBook UX305CA makes some sacrifices, but still shines, Kitguru: Dell Latitude 13 7370 Ultrabook Review, V3.co.uk: HTC 10 review, V3.co.uk: Cat S60 vs Samsung Galaxy S7 Active head-to-head review, V3.co.uk: Sony Xperia X review, V3.co.uk: Sony Xperia XA review, Android Authority: A solid smartphone that falls short when considering its competition, Android Authority: A worthy successor to the Xperia Z that fails to hit the heights, Android Authority: Moto Z and Moto Z Force hands on, Android Authority: An excellent option for those looking for a sub-$200 phone, Android Authority: One of the best bang for your buck smartphones in 2016, Android Authority: Samsung Galaxy S7 Active hands on, Android Authority: Refined & updated, yet still a compromise, Android Authority: Rugged, durable and made to last, Android Authority: A conditionally great extra-large smartphone, Phandroid: Samsung Galaxy S7 Active Review
UHANS S1 Smartphone Review

82% UHANS S1 Smartphone Review

The beautiful beast. The Chinese smartphone label UHANS advertises its S1 smartphone model with this teaser. And this teaser is dead-on: Besides attractive looks, the entry-level handset proves to be powerful and exceptionally well equipped for this price range.
Mediatek MT6753, ARM Mali-T720 MP4, 5", 153 g
Marcus Herbrich, 01 Aug 2016 01:14
MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Gaming Z 8G Review

MSI GeForce GTX 1070 Gaming Z 8G Review

Quiet beast. - The MSI GTX 1070 is a unique graphics card thanks to its quiet, yet large cooling system and slight overclocking. In our review, we will test the 8 GB GDDR5 Gaming X graphics card.
Intel Core i7-4790K, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (Desktop)
Klaus Hinum, 01 Aug 2016 01:11
Jul 31, 2016
Lenovo confirms no monthly security updates for its Motorola smartphones

Lenovo confirms no monthly security updates for its Motorola smartphones

Releasing monthly Android security updates has proven to be too difficult and inefficient for Lenovo.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 31 Jul 2016 23:17
Face Off: Toshiba Tecra Z40 vs. Acer TravelMate P648 vs. HP EliteBook 840 G3

Face Off: Toshiba Tecra Z40 vs. Acer TravelMate P648 vs. HP EliteBook 840 G3

Business subnotebooks. Lenovo and Dell aren't the only players in the business notebook market. We compare three high-end alternatives retailing for well over $1000 USD each with some notable differences between them.
Allen Ngo, 31 Jul 2016 21:47
Apple shares up 6 percent despite negative quarterly figures

Apple shares up 6 percent despite negative quarterly figures

Investors remain headstrong as Apple's recent Q2 2016 revenue dip was not as bad as analysts were predicting.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 31 Jul 2016 07:13
HP Spectre x360 and Dell XPS 13 star in Microsoft's latest advertisements

HP Spectre x360 and Dell XPS 13 star in Microsoft's latest advertisements

Microsoft is slamming Apple yet again in a series of new ads boasting the popular HP convertible and Dell XPS notebook.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 31 Jul 2016 06:33
Online retailers list the unannounced ZTE Axon 7 Mini

Online retailers list the unannounced ZTE Axon 7 Mini

The 5.2-inch smartphone is expected to retail for 299 Euros according to major online retailers.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 31 Jul 2016 06:10
Lenovo ZUK Z2 Smartphone Review

87% Lenovo ZUK Z2 Smartphone Review

A lot of smartphone for little money. With the second generation of the Z series, ZUK continues where the Z1 model left off: Very good technical specifications at a low purchase price. Only a handful of manufacturers manage a Snapdragon 820, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM for 270 Euros (~$302). Find out in our report where Lenovo's subsidiary brand ZUK had to make cutbacks.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996, Adreno 530, 5", 149 g
Marcus Herbrich, 31 Jul 2016 05:30
Huawei MateBook m5-6Y54 Convertible Review

84% Huawei MateBook m5-6Y54 Convertible Review

Light, but not that mobile. The smartphone-behemoth Huawei releases a Windows convertible - and aims high by targeting business customers in the premium segment. Is the small 2-in-1 a threat to the likes of a Surface Pro 4 or the HP Spectre x2 12?
Intel Core m5-6Y54, HD Graphics 515, 12", 1.2 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 31 Jul 2016 05:27
Jul 30, 2016
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Обзор ноутбука Apple MacBook (2016), Ferra.ru: Обзор планшета Huawei MediaPad T2 10.0 Pro, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Latitude 7370 – Бизнес Будущего, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Latitude 3560: В Рабочем Ритме, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Latitude 3460 – В Рабочем Настроении, Notebook-Center.ru: Dell Latitude 7275 – не все золото, что дорого, Notebook-Center.ru: Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 SM-T585: Искусство Быть Незаменимым, Notebook-Center.ru: Acer Aspire ES1-520 – Умелый Помощник, Notebook-Center.ru: Acer Aspire Switch 10V – Бюджетная Находка, Notebook-Center.ru: Acer Aspire V3-575G – В Поиске Компромисса, Notebook-Center.ru: MSI GT72S 6QE – Пароль «Сокрушитель», Notebook-Center.ru: Msi WS72 6QH: Свободен От Условностей, Notebook-Center.ru: Acer Aspire E5-532 – Ежедневный Советник, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Thinkpad 13 – Действуй Уже Сегодня!, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Tablet – Гибридная Философия, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Ideapad 500-15ISK – С Задатками Лидера, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Ideapad 305: Расчет На Практичность, Notebook-Center.ru: Fujitsu LIFEBOOK S936: как за каменной стеной, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Yoga 710-11 – если друг оказался вдруг, Notebook-Center.ru: Lenovo Yoga 900s – дорогого стоит, Ferra.ru: ASUS ZenBook 3 — первый реальный конкурент MacBook. Первый взгляд на ноутбук и планшеты ASUS на Computex 2016, Ferra.ru: Обзор ноутбука HP Spectre x360 13-4103ur, Notebook-Center.ru: HP Elitebook 755 G3 – Надежный Тыл, Ferra.ru: Обзор игрового ноутбука ASUS ROG GL502VT: только мощь — и никакого дизайна, Notebook-Center.ru: HP Zbook 17 G3: Сможет Все, Notebook-Center.ru: ASUS K501LB – Не Сдавать Позиции!, Notebook-Center.ru: ASUS A553SA: джентльменский набор, Notebook-Center.ru: HP Pro Tablet 608: Деловой Подход, Notebook-Center.ru: HP x2 210 – право на существование, Notebook-Center.ru: HP ProBook 470 G3: ответственный за безопасность, Notebook-Center.ru: ASUS ZenPad 8.0 (Z380M) – желанное приобретение, PurePC: Dell Alienware 17 - Test wydajnego laptopa z GeForce GTX 980M, PurePC: Test laptopa ASUS G752VY - Wydajna bestia z GeForce GTX 980M
MSI is now the largest supplier of gaming notebooks worldwide

MSI is now the largest supplier of gaming notebooks worldwide

MSI and Asus have a combined 34 percent of the gaming notebook market and the sector is expected to grow even further with VR Ready options.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 30 Jul 2016 04:56
Dell Precision mobile workstations now with more power options

Dell Precision mobile workstations now available with more power options

The workstations are characterized by their sleek design, high performance, and attractive displays. Now, buyers can equip new Skylake E3-1545 v5 and E3-1575 v5 CPUs and "SuperSpeed" DDR4 RAM.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 30 Jul 2016 02:55
LG to open new European headquarters in Eschborn, Germany

LG to open new European headquarters in Eschborn, Germany

The South Korean's UK branch will close and transfer to a new building previously owned by Vodafone. No jobs will be lost when the transfer completes come Spring 2017.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 30 Jul 2016 00:00
Jul 29, 2016
Huawei P8 Android smartphone, Huawei plans to open 15,000 retail stores

Huawei to open 15,000 retail stores worldwide

Planning to sell a record 140 million smartphones this year, Huawei is getting ready for world domination and expects to open an impressive number of stores all around the world.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2016 22:35
Asus ROG G701VO-CS74K Xotic PC Edition Notebook Review

84% Asus ROG G701VO-CS74K Xotic PC Edition Notebook Review

A more down-to-Earth GX700. Take away the water cooling capabilities of the GX700 and you're left with a lighter and wholly capable system in the form of a G701. While performance is where we expect it to be for a high-end gaming machine, the system still suffers from many of the same drawbacks as its ROG series siblings.
Intel Core i7-6820HK, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 (Laptop), 17.3", 3.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 29 Jul 2016 20:32
Samsung Z2 (SM-Z200F) smartphone to launch as the first 4G Tizen handset

Samsung Z2 video leaks online

This upcoming handset promises to launch as the first Tizen smartphone with 4G connectivity, but Samsung still has to confirm its release date.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2016 17:55
TCL 950 Android smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 SoC hits TENAA

TCL 950 hits TENAA

Although TCL is the company making Alcatel handsets, the upcoming TCL 950 promises to be more powerful than the Idol 4S flagship.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2016 15:35
Dropbox cloud storage service alternative for Note 7 to launch as Samsung Cloud

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 might launch next to a cloud storage service

Simply dubbed "Samsung Cloud," this service will launch with the next-gen Note phablet as Samsung's competitor to Apple's iCloud or Microsoft's OneDrive.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2016 13:55
Microsoft to cut more jobs in hardware and sales departments

Microsoft to cut more jobs

The additional cuts will hit the hardware and sales departments of the company, affecting almost 3,000 employees.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2016 13:25
Samsung Exynos 8 Octa 8890 successor is already being tested

Samsung allegedly testing a new Exynos processor

The unannounced Exynos 8895 chipset has been spotted on Indian import tracker Zauba, so it is certain that Samsung is working on it.
Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2016 12:30
Dell Inspiron 13 7359-4839 Convertible Review

81% Dell Inspiron 13 7359-4839 Convertible Review

Office acrobat. Dell's Inspiron 13 7000 consumer series has a new member. The most recent convertible in a compact 13-inch size continues the tried casing design and is furnished with the latest Skylake hardware and an SSD. The silver-colored device convinces technically, but its input devices and screen are not completely free of some annoying weaknesses.
Intel Core i7-6500U, HD Graphics 520, 13.3", 1.7 kg
Sven Kloevekorn, 29 Jul 2016 06:45
HP remains number one in EMEA ahead of Lenovo, Dell, and others

HP remains number one in EMEA as of Q2 2016

The increase in business PC sales have not been enough to offset the large falloff of consumer PC sales in the region.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 29 Jul 2016 06:05
Asus to raise prices by as much as 9 percent in the UK

Asus to raise prices by as much as 9 percent in the UK

Starting this October, retail prices of Asus notebooks will go up in the country as a direct response to the British exit.
Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 29 Jul 2016 05:43
Jul 28, 2016
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66 new external reviews +
Expert Reviews: HP Spectre 13 review - the new ultraportable king, Expert Reviews: HP Omen 15 (2016) review, Expert Reviews: Acer Switch Alpha 12 - a keenly-priced Surface Pro 4 rival, NDTV Gadgets: Lenovo Ideapad Y700-15ISK Review, Greenbot: Motorola's beefier Z smartphone is better without its mods, Computerworld.com: Moto Z: Is this the Droid you’ve been looking for?, NDTV Gadgets: LG X screen First Impressions, Expert Reviews: A Surface Pro 4 rival you can count on, Tweaktown: GIGABYTE P37X V5 Gaming Notebook Review, Tweaktown: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Laptop Review, Expert Reviews: A worthy MacBook alternative, Expert Reviews: A 4K gaming monster, Droid-Life: Moto Z Force DROID Review, Droid-Life: Moto Z DROID Review, Expert Reviews: HP EliteBook Folio G1 review - the Windows 10 Macbook replacement?, Greenbot: Motorola Moto Z, Expert Reviews: Still a worthy MacBook rival, Androidcommunity.com: Moto Z Droid, Droid Force Review Part 1: Features in a Nutshell, Greenbot: No longer the best budget smartphones available, NDTV Gadgets: Lenovo Vibe K5 Review, Computerworld.com: Review: The new Moto G/G Plus phones add size, features and cost, Expert Reviews: The one true king?, NDTV Gadgets: Moto G4 Review, NDTV Gadgets: Xiaomi Mi Max Review, Androidbeat: Moto G4 Plus Review: A No-Nonsense Mid-Ranger, Expert Reviews: Moto G4 2016 review - the best budget smartphone ever made, Expert Reviews: Takes aim at the Surface Pro 4, just misses, Expert Reviews: Hot under the collar, NDTV Gadgets: Acer Aspire One Cloudbook 11 Review, NDTV Gadgets: Asus ROG G752VY Review, Expert Reviews: Gigabyte P55W v5 review, Expert Reviews: A gaming behemoth, NDTV Gadgets: Honor 5C Review, Expert Reviews: Dell Inspiron 15 5000 (5668) review, Techtree.com: Next Gen Processor, Computerworld.com: Review: Acer Chromebook 14 for Work aims at corporate IT, Androidbeat: Honor 5c Review, Expert Reviews: A super slim Surface Pro 4 rival, Greenbot: The rugged flagship phone for clumsy fingers, Computerworld.com: Review: The Huawei MateBook has class, but lacks a few features, Expert Reviews: Still can't beat the Moto G, Legit Reviews: Huawei MateBook Review, Droid-Life: OnePlus 3 Review, Expert Reviews: The new S6 with microSD, Androidbeat: OnePlus 3 Review: Finally, the Flagship Killer Is Here, Greenbot: You deserve a lot more phone for $700, Greenbot: Third time's the charm with this supercharged, unlocked flagship, NDTV Gadgets: Sony Xperia X Dual Review, Androidcommunity.com: OnePlus 3 Review: Invite-free flagship takes on Samsung, HTC, and LG, Greenbot: A mid-range device with no clear direction, Zdnet.com: 10 reasons to choose it over a Samsung, LG, HTC, or iPhone, Androidbeat: Sony Xperia X review, Droid-Life: OnePlus 3 Camera Review, Expert Reviews: Sony Xperia XA review, Computerworld.com: Review: OnePlus 3 is a flagship phone for careful spenders, Expert Reviews: The Z6 in all but name, Expert Reviews: Small but beautiful, NDTV Gadgets: HTC 10 Review, NDTV Gadgets: OnePlus 3 Review, NDTV Gadgets: LG G5 Review, NDTV Gadgets: Acer Predator 15 Laptop Review, Expert Reviews: A premium business laptop, Tested: Tested: The HTC 10 Android Smartphone
Samsung SM-G1600 clamshwell design handset shows up at Bluetooth SIG

Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 hits Bluetooth SIG

This upcoming clamshell design Android handset has been spotted at Bluetooth SIG carrying model number SM-G1600.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2016 21:50
Lenovo Air 13 Pro Windows notebook with Skylake processor and GeForce 940MX graphics

Lenovo launches Air 13 Pro notebook in China

This 13-inch machine is powered by an Intel Core i5 6200U processor, next to 4 GB RAM, and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics, all for $750 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2016 19:45
Samsung Gear S3 coming at IFA 2016 featuring a rotary bezel design

IFA 2016 | Samsung Gear S3 to feature a rotary bezel

The latest leak about the next-gen Gear smartwatch confirms its arrival is scheduled to take place in September at IFA and also mentions a rotary bezel design.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2016 18:35
Apple iPhone sales have reached the one billion units mark

Apple has sold one billion iPhone handsets so far

After two straight quarters of declining sale figures, Apple leaves the one billion iPhone units sold barrier behind.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2016 11:25
Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air Windows notebook with Skylake processor starts at $525 USD

Xiaomi unveils Mi Notebook Air Windows notebook

Xiaomi's first notebook runs Windows, is powered by Intel Skylake processors, and starts at just $525 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2016 10:25
Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge get WiFi calling update on AT&T

AT&T updates Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge handsets

The new firmware brings WiFi calling to these two flagships, as well as various minor tweaks, fixes, and security updates.
Codrut Nistor, 28 Jul 2016 08:55
Jul 27, 2016
Nintendo NX gaming tablet/console hybrid with detachable controllers coming soon, pictured is similar Nintendo NX

Nintendo allegedly working on a tablet-console hybrid

This slate, allegedly dubbed Nintendo NX, is expected to launch featuring detachable controllers and an Nvidia Tegra chip.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2016 22:55
Xiaomi Mi 5 Smartphone Review

88% Xiaomi Mi 5 Smartphone Review

Light smartphone heavyweight. The newest flagship model by the Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi proves that it has arrived in the premium smartphone sector. High-end specifications, a generous configuration, weight of just 129 grams, and high-quality glass casing: These clearly challenge established companies at a local street price of just below 300 Euros (~$332).
Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996, Adreno 530, 5.15", 129 g
Marcus Herbrich, 27 Jul 2016 20:03
Xiaomi Redmi Pro Android smartphone launches with three MediaTek-powered variants

Xiaomi launches Redmi Pro Android smartphone

This handset launches in three variants priced between $225 USD and $300 USD, all powered by MediaTek processors and featuring a generous 4050 mAh battery.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2016 19:55
OnePlus 3 flagship killer gets OxygenOS 3.2.2 firmware update

OnePlus 3 gets OxygenOS 3.2.2

This incremental update comes with a few minor tweaks and fixes, including enhanced noise cancellation in video recording and the latest security patches.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2016 18:25
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AMD Radeon R9 Nano - Benchmarks and Specs

4096 GCN 1.2 cores @ 1000MHz, 4096 Bit HBM @ 500MHz
Specifications and benchmarks of the AMD Radeon R9 Nano graphics card for compact Desktops (e.g. Nano-ITX).
HP Spectre x2 12-a001ng Convertible Review

87% HP Spectre x2 12-a001ng Convertible Review

Smaller is better. The m3 version of the Spectre x2 12 offers an LTE modem for 899 Euros (~$990). Does the device offer good performance for the investment or does it throttle the SoC as in the m7 version?
Intel Core m3-6Y30, HD Graphics 515, 12", 1.2 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 27 Jul 2016 09:48
Apple iPhone SE cannibalizing iPhone 6 and 6s sales

Apple iPhone SE cannibalizing iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s sales

Market research company shows that a percentage of users who have upgraded from an older iPhone model to the newer iPhone SE would have considered an iPhone 6 or iPhone 6s instead.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 27 Jul 2016 03:04
Samsung confirms manufacturing defects on early Galaxy S7 Active batches

Samsung confirms manufacturing defects on initial Galaxy S7 Active batches

Early adopters of the rugged Galaxy S7 Active may find that their new smartphones may not be waterproof at all.
Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngo, 27 Jul 2016 01:01
Jul 26, 2016
Intex Aqua Fish Sailfish OS smartphone with Qualcomm Snapdragon 212

Intex Aqua Fish hits the market

This Sailfish OS-powered handset retails for around $80 USD and features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 processor, 2 GB RAM, and 16 GB internal storage.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Jul 2016 11:15
OnePlus 3 in Soft Gold limited edition Android handset now available

Soft Gold OnePlus 3 launches today

According to OnePlus, the new color option "needs to be seen and heard to be properly appreciated."
Codrut Nistor, 26 Jul 2016 10:45
Xiaomi Mi Notebook leaked image and specs, as well as prices

Xiaomi Mi Notebook leaks online

The standard model is expected to have a price tag of $600 USD, packing an Intel Core i5 processor, 8 GB RAM, and a 256 GB SSD.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Jul 2016 09:55

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