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Oct 20, 2015
LG G Vista 2 unveiled

LG G Vista 2 unveiled

The new handset’s most distinguishing feature is the bundled stylus and the dedicated software package that helps fully utilize its potential.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 20 Oct 2015 10:00
Maingear updates Nomad 15 with G-Sync and Skylake

Maingear updates Nomad 15 with G-Sync and Skylake

The 15.6-inch rebranded gaming machine gets the Skylake and desktop CPU treatment starting for $1899.
Allen Ngo, 20 Oct 2015 09:40
Bluboo announces Xtouch smartphone for $179

Bluboo announces Xtouch smartphone for $179

The 5-inch Xtouch X500 is now available sporting a Full HD display, 3 GB RAM, CNC chassis, Dual-SIM, dual-band WiFi, and fingerprint sensor.
Allen Ngo, 20 Oct 2015 03:40
Asus Transformer Book Flip TP500LA Convertible Review

73% Asus Transformer Book Flip TP500LA Convertible Review

Middle-class convertible. The predecessors' displays didn't exactly impress because of their low resolution and subpar brightness. Asus improved the Transformer Book Flip somewhat in that regard, but the new convertible is still decidedly average. We'll explain why in the following review.
Intel Core i5-5200U, HD Graphics 5500, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Manuel Christa, 20 Oct 2015 03:33
Oct 19, 2015
Apple has recently removed hundreds of apps from the App Store

Apple has recently removed hundreds of apps from the App Store

The apps were banned from the store for having the ability to collect personal information from users.
Joseph Lambert, 19 Oct 2015 20:17
Qmadix Motorola Droid Turbo 2 cases

Motorola Droid Turbo 2 spotted online

Verizon Wireless is expected to show the Droid Turbo 2 on October 27, but renders of the device have been already spotted on the website of case manufacturer Qmadix.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Oct 2015 18:02
Oppo R7s Android smartphone is now official

Oppo announces R7s smartphone

This 5.5-inch mid-range premium handset will hit the market next month featuring a metal unibody design. It packs 4 GB of memory and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 SoC.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Oct 2015 17:14
Google Nexus 5X is now available

Google Nexus 5X is now available

The smartphone is available in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, India, Korea and Japan.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 19 Oct 2015 15:32
iPhone 7 may come with Intel's LTE modem chips

iPhone 7 may come with Intel's LTE modem chips

Intel wants to replace Qualcomm as the “default” LTE modem provider for Apple, which would significantly boost the chipmaker's position on the mobile market.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 19 Oct 2015 12:36
Doogee Y200 smartphone to boast f/1.8 rear camera

Doogee Y200 smartphone to boast f/1.8 rear camera

The wide aperture should allow for improved nighttime shots similar to the LG G4.
Allen Ngo, 19 Oct 2015 10:07
Microsoft Surface Book with 1 TB SSD and Core i7 processor coming in January 2016 starting at $3,199 USD

Microsoft Surface Book with 1 TB storage coming next year

The Intel Core i7-powered Surface Book with 1 TB storage capacity has a price over $3,000 USD and will ship in late January 2016.
Codrut Nistor, 19 Oct 2015 07:53
HP announces thinner Chromebook 14 with Celeron CPU

HP announces thinner Chromebook 14 with Celeron CPU

The 14-inch Chromebook will be one of the few with FHD panel options and will come with loads of Google freebies.
Allen Ngo, 19 Oct 2015 07:39
Montblanc and Swarovski accessories now available for Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge+

Montblanc and Swarovski accessories now available for Galaxy Note 5 and S6 Edge+

Samsung announces luxury leather covers with Swarovski crystals for both of its flagship smartphones.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 19 Oct 2015 06:00
Oct 18, 2015
Lenovo Ideapad 100S Notebook Review

78% Lenovo Ideapad 100S Notebook Review

Windows 10 netbook. Lenovo proves that you don't need to have fancy convertibles or detachables to make a good netbook. While a healthy number of features had to be cut, the super-light Ideapad 100S is a bargain for just under $200.
Intel Atom Z3735F, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 11.6", 998 g
Allen Ngo, 18 Oct 2015 18:54
Lenovo unveils Home 900 AIO with GeForce 940A graphics

Lenovo unveils Home 900 AIO with GeForce 940A graphics

The 27-inch all-in-one will include a 1080p display, Core i5-5200U CPU, up to 8 GB RAM, and NFC for $1549.
Allen Ngo, 18 Oct 2015 08:50
Lenovo Yoga 900 will be world's thinnest Intel Core ix convertible with Skylake

Lenovo Yoga 900 will be world's thinnest Intel Core ix convertible with Skylake

The 13.3-inch QHD+ notebook is available now for $1199 with 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD, and Core i7-6500U CPU.
Allen Ngo, 18 Oct 2015 08:43
Samsung Galaxy S7 may include USB Type-C port

Samsung Galaxy S7 may include USB Type-C port

Sources close to Sammobile.com claim that the next generation Galaxy model will carry the new reversible USB standard.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 18 Oct 2015 06:45
Oct 17, 2015
HP 350 G2 L8B05ES Notebook Review

76% HP 350 G2 L8B05ES Notebook Review

Low-cost all-rounder. Although HP's 350 G2 does not excel in any category, it is not disappointing, either. All in all, it is a basic 15.6-inch all-rounder at a good price-performance ratio that should satisfy the needs of most users.
Intel Core i5-5200U, AMD Radeon R5 M240, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 17 Oct 2015 19:35
PC shipments in EMEA down 23 percent for Q3 2015

PC shipments in EMEA down 23 percent for Q3 2015

Latest data from IDC shows just 18.4 million PCs were sold last quarter in the regions.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 17 Oct 2015 04:50
Factory images for Android 6.0 now available for most Nexus devices

Factory images for Android 6.0 now available for most Nexus devices

Owners of the Nexus 5, 6, 7, or 9 can now manually update their Google device to Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 17 Oct 2015 03:38
AMD loses nearly $200 million for Q3 2015

AMD loses nearly $200 million for Q3 2015

AMD experiencing a decline in sales by almost 26 percent compared to the same quarter last year.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 17 Oct 2015 03:01
Oct 16, 2015
Schenker XMG P506 (Clevo P651RE) Notebook Review

82% Schenker XMG P506 (Clevo P651RE) Notebook Review

Hardware update. 2015 is the year of Intel’s brand-new Skylake generation, which not only offers a better performance but also improved power efficiency. The XMG P506 from Schenker Technologies is a surprisingly thin gaming notebook that utilizes all advantages of the modern technology.
Intel Core i7-6700HQ, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M, 15.6", 2.7 kg
Florian Glaser, 16 Oct 2015 20:42
Dell XPS 13 and XPS 15 InfinityEdge with Intel Skylake Overview

Dell XPS 13 and XPS 15 InfinityEdge with Intel Skylake Overview

This autumn Dell introduces four new versions of the XPS 15 with InfinityEdge display as well as seven different configurations of the popular XPS 13. The following article is a commented overview of the available versions. Which configuration is recommended for which scenario?
J. Simon Leitner, 16 Oct 2015 16:07
Latest leak claims final images and specifications on the HTC One A9

Latest leak claims final images and specifications on the HTC One A9

French telecommunications company Orange is already advertising the One A9.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 16 Oct 2015 07:23
Android 6.0 Marshmallow now rolling out for LG G4 owners

Android 6.0 Marshmallow now rolling out for LG G4 owners

G4 users can look forward to the latest version of Android and to being one the first non-Nexus owners to officially carry Marshmallow.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 16 Oct 2015 07:02
Samsung Z3 launches in India for 115 Euros

Samsung Z3 launches in India for 115 Euros

The Tizen-based smartphone carries a 5-inch Super AMOLED 720p display.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 16 Oct 2015 05:53
Oct 15, 2015
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39 new external reviews +
Laptop Mag: Toshiba Chromebook 2, Laptop Mag: Toshiba Tecra Z40t-B, Inside Handy: Samsung Galaxy S5 neo Test, Good Gear Guide: Acer Aspire E5, Computer Shopper: Asus Transformer Book T100HA, Computer Shopper: Acer Aspire E15 Series, Techradar: Acer Aspire E15 review, Trusted Reviews: Amazon Fire HD 8 review, Techradar: Asus Transformer Book T100HA review, Tech2.in.com: Does most things right and lasts long while at it, T3: Sony Xperia Z5 review: would Bond really use this phone?, V3.co.uk: Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ review, Trusted Reviews: Amazon Fire HD 10 review, Trusted Reviews: Asus Transformer Book T100HA review, Fudzilla: Amazon Kindle Fire HD 10 First Look, Wired Magazine: Review: Apple iPhone 6s Plus, Wired Magazine: Review: Apple iPhone 6s, V3.co.uk: iPad Mini 4 review, Trusted Reviews: Samsung Galaxy Note 5 review, V3.co.uk: iPhone 6S review, Trusted Reviews: Huawei Mate S review, Tom's Guide: Motorola Moto X Pure Edition Review, Trusted Reviews: HP Elite x2 1011 G1 review, Tom's Guide: Smaller But Not Better, Techradar: HP Elite x2 1011 review, Tech2.in.com: Mid-range gaming on a wonderfully designed expensive laptop, Tech2.in.com: Water-resistant, good battery; but price could be lower, T3: Sony Xperia Z3+ review: Sony phones in another incremental upgrade to its flagship line, Slashgear: Review: Acer Aspire One Cloudbook Windows 10 laptop, Stuff TV: HP Envy 15 review, Slashgear: Review: Acer Aspire Switch 10 Special Edition — a small hybrid laptop, Stuff TV: Amazon Fire review, Reg Hardware: Mid-spec Nokia Lumi... er, MediaTek slab, PC Pro: You get what you pay for, Notebookreview.com: Toshiba Satellite Fusion 15 Review, Notebooks.com: Acer E15 Review: Slow Hard Drive Hobbles Decent Power, Reg Hardware: Cheap tab, dock combo you can turn up to 11, Slashgear: Review: Dell Chromebook 13 — a premium option for pros, Techradar: Hands on: Dell Chromebook 13 review
HP Pro Tablet 608 G1 Tablet Review

81% HP Pro Tablet 608 G1 Tablet Review

Dockable ecosystem. The HP Pro Tablet 608 G1 is targeted at professional markets but might suit consumers looking for a particular type of ultramobile PC solution. There's an extensive set of specifications and a wide range of accessories.
Intel Atom x5-Z8500, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), 7.9", 360 g
Steve Chippy Paine, 15 Oct 2015 23:02
Asus Transformer Book T100HA Convertible Review

80% Asus Transformer Book T100HA Convertible Review

More than meets the eye? Asus has leveraged the criticism of their T100 Chi to concoct a completely refined successor which corrects nearly all of its issues. Plus, just for kicks, it’s 25% less expensive, too! Is this the Chromebook killer Windows needs?
Intel Atom x5-Z8500, HD Graphics (Cherry Trail), 10.1", 1.1 kg
Steve Schardein, 15 Oct 2015 19:31
Samsung may reduce smartphone shipments

Samsung may reduce smartphone shipments

The company could face its first decline in smartphone shipments this year.
Joseph Lambert, 15 Oct 2015 14:57
Acer Aspire E17 E5-752G-T7WY Notebook Review

77% Acer Aspire E17 E5-752G-T7WY Notebook Review

Stay-at-home. Acer's Aspire E17 E5-752G-W7TY sports one of the newest AMD CPUs from the Carrizo generation. This report discloses how the three-month-old A10-8700P scores, and whether an HD+ screen in a 17-inch device is still compelling.
AMD A10-8700P, Radeon R8 M365DX, 17.3", 2.8 kg
René Kohl, 15 Oct 2015 09:28
Schenker XMG P706 (Clevo P671RG) Notebook Review

83% Schenker XMG P706 (Clevo P671RG) Notebook Review

Gentle evolution. Schenker sends its new XMG P706 into the race with efficient Skylake processors, modern DDR 4 memory and other minor modifications. Otherwise, compared with its precursor, the slim 17-inch device has hardly changed - and that is a good thing.
Intel Core i7-6820HK, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M, 17.3", 3.3 kg
Till Schönborn, 15 Oct 2015 09:06
TrendForce updates list for top 5 smartphone manufacturers as of Q3 2015

TrendForce updates list for top 5 smartphone manufacturers as of Q3 2015

The analytics firm is reporting a significant global sales growth of 9.1 percent for a total of 332 million mobile devices.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 15 Oct 2015 08:09
OnePlus X may finally see a reveal come October 29

OnePlus X may finally see a reveal come October 29

After being spotted at TENAA for wireless certification, the OnePlus X reveal is now closer than ever.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 15 Oct 2015 07:45
Intel experiencing lower sales and profits for Q3 2015

Intel experiencing lower sales and profits for Q3 2015

Lower revenue can be traced back to lower sales for PCs, tablets, and notebooks.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 15 Oct 2015 07:08
Blackberry Priv Pre-register page gives information about the new smartphone

Blackberry Priv Pre-register page gives information about the new smartphone

Some features on the page have already been confirmed, and others have yet to be revealed officially.
Joseph Lambert, 15 Oct 2015 05:29
Oct 14, 2015
ZTE Nubia X8 Android smartphone leaked image shows touch side buttons

New images of ZTE Nubia X8 leak online

These photos show what appears to be touch-sensitive buttons on the side of the flagship that might launch tomorrow.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Oct 2015 20:04
Bluboo reveals Xwatch smartwatch with Android Wear

Bluboo reveals Xwatch smartwatch with Android Wear

Smartwatch to come with built-in altimeter, GPS, barometer, and heart rate sensor.
Allen Ngo, 14 Oct 2015 08:06
Star Wars Battlefront Beta Notebook and PC Benchmarks

Star Wars Battlefront Beta Notebook and PC Benchmarks

Do you have enough force? The new Battlefront game uses your computer screen to encompass you in epic battles between the Empire and the Rebels -- that is, provided your computer is up to the task. What kind of hardware will enable your machine to render the game fluidly? Read our article to find out.
Klaus Hinum, 14 Oct 2015 07:29
Oct 13, 2015
Pepsi-branded smartphones now a reality

Pepsi-branded smartphones now a reality

The ubiquitous soda company is about to launch a 5.5-inch 1080p smartphone in China.
Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2015 21:06
Toshiba unveils DynaPad N72 detachable notebook

Toshiba unveils DynaPad N72 detachable notebook

The 12-inch notebook weighs just 569 grams with a thickness of 6.9 mm for 880 Euros.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2015 20:19
Archos GranitePhone by Sikur privacy focused Android smartphone

GranitePhone by SIKUR now available for purchase

Advertised as "the first smartphone entirely focused on user privacy," this handset can be acquired for $849 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Oct 2015 18:19
Huawei Enjoy 5 Android smartphone launches in China

Huawei Enjoy 5 debuts in China

This 5-inch Android handset has a quad-core MediaTek processor and is powered by a generous 4000 mAh battery, promising up to 24 days standby time.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Oct 2015 15:31
HTC One M8 Google Play Edition to get Android 6.0 update October 2015

HTC One M8 Google Play Edition to receive Android 6.0 Marshmallow later this month

While the ETA of the new firmware has been confirmed by Mo Versi, a delay may still occur if something goes wrong during testing.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Oct 2015 14:07
Huawei Ascend P7 Android smartphone gets Lollipop update

Huawei Ascend P7 gets Android 5.1.1 Lollipop

While owners of recent Huawei handsets are waiting to get Android 6.0 Marshmallow, Ascend P7 users get the 5.1.1 update with EMUI 3.1 included.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Oct 2015 10:25
Toshiba Satellite Radius 14 refresh now available

Toshiba Satellite Radius 14 refresh now available

The Radius 14 series is growing as Toshiba brings in more models starting at just 700 Euros.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2015 04:10
OnePlus partnering with Foxconn to begin smartphone production in India

OnePlus partnering with Foxconn to begin smartphone production in India

OnePlus did not unveil the rumored OnePlus X and instead announced a cooperation with Foxconn with OnePlus CEO of India Vikas Agarwal.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2015 03:43
Leaked images show the HTC One A9 from all angles

Leaked images show the HTC One A9 from all angles

The HTC One A9 "Aero" was rumored to launch as early as September. New pictures purportedly show a dummy model of what the One A9 might look.
Ronald Tiefenthäler/ Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2015 02:37
Oct 12, 2015
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38 new external reviews +
Liliputing: Acer Aspire R11, Laptop Mag: Asus Transformer Book Flip TP200SA, Digital Versus: MSI GT80, It Pro: Sony Xperia Z5, Inside Handy: Druckempfindlicher Zwilling des iPhone 6, Turn On: Die neue S-Klasse aus China, Inside Handy: Größer, besser und vor allem sehr viel teurer, MobiFlip: Apple iPhone 6s, Areamobile: Asus ZenPad S 8.0, It Pro: Samsung Galaxy Note 5, Engadget: iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, AnandTech: The Samsung Galaxy Note5 and Galaxy S6 edge+, Futurezone.at: Muskeltraining für die Finger, Tom's Hardware: Der neue Maßstab in der Mittelklasse?, Tom's Hardware: Große Nummer, großes Smartphone, Chip.de: Das neue Flaggschiff, Chip.de: Oberklasse-Lapotp mit Top-Display, Chip.de: Starker Laptop mit schwachem Display, Chip.de: Scharfer Laptop für zuhause, 01Net: Test : Acer Aspire Switch 11V, le confort d'un portable hybride, l'autonomie en moins, Pocket Lint: Big-battery beauty, Laptop Media: More than just fabulous selfie shots, PC Mag: Amazon Fire HD 10, Tech Advisor: A solid flagship smartphone for a ridiculous price, PC Authority: Review: HP EliteBook Folio 1020, Tech Advisor: What's the best Android phone?, PC Pro: More fabulous than ever, Slashgear: iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus Review, Stuff TV: Sony Xperia Z5 review, Reg Hardware: The pachyderm punch: El Reg takes just-over-a-ton Elephone P8000 to tusk, Reg Hardware: Harder, faster and they'll give you a buzz, Notebookreview.com: Lenovo Z51 Review, Notebookreview.com: Asus Transformer Book Flip TP200SA Review
ZTE Axon mini finally available

ZTE Axon mini finally available

One of the most interesting features is the Force Touch technology that is able to detect how much pressure is applied to the screen and perform different actions accordingly.
Arkadiusz Piasek, 12 Oct 2015 19:05
MSI GT72S 6QE Dominator Pro G Notebook Review

89% MSI GT72S 6QE Dominator Pro G Notebook Review

King of Features. MSI refreshes its gaming laptops with new hardware and exciting features within the framework of the release of Intel's Skylake generation. Read here how the GT72S top model fares against its high-end rivals.
Intel Core i7-6820HK, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980M, 17.3", 3.8 kg
Florian Glaser, 12 Oct 2015 17:05
Acer announces Aspire R 14 convertible for $699

Acer announces Aspire R 14 2-in-1 refresh for $699

The redesign will be thinner, lighter, and shinier than the outgoing model with availability starting before the end of this month.
Allen Ngo, 12 Oct 2015 08:00

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