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Jan 21, 2015
AMD Q4 2014 Financial Results

AMD releases disastrous Q4 2014 earnings report

The last quarter of 2014 spelled financial disaster for AMD. After turning a small profit in 2013, the chip-maker recently reported a loss of 403 million US dollars for 2014, one mainly driven by poor performance during the fourth quarter of the year.
Mihai Andrici, 21 Jan 2015 14:57
HP Slate Pro 12

HP Pro Slate 8 & Pro Slate 12 officially announced

HP recently unveiled two new high-end Android tablets, the HP Pro Slate 8 and Pro Slate 12. The two devices are based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chip and are just 8mm thick.
Mihai Andrici, 21 Jan 2015 14:48
Samsung Galaxy S6 to be unveiled on March 2nd

Samsung executive: Galaxy S6 to be unveiled on March 2 at MWC 2015

A top Samsung executive has been quoted today by the South Korean media claiming that the Samsung Galaxy S6 will be unveiled on March 2 in Barcelona at the 2015 edition of the Mobile World Congress.
Mihai Andrici, 21 Jan 2015 14:47
Schenker XMG U505 (Clevo P751ZM) Notebook Review

88% Schenker XMG U505 (Clevo P751ZM) Notebook Review

Desktop competition. A desktop processor in a 15-inch notebook, can it work? This is the question for the Schenker XMG U505. We review the high-end device with a GeForce GTX 970M and a 65-Watt CPU.
Intel Core i7-4790S, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M, 15.6", 3.5 kg
Florian Glaser, 21 Jan 2015 04:08
Acer Iconia Tab 8 W W1-810-16HN Tablet Review

78% Acer Iconia Tab 8 W W1-810-16HN Tablet Review

Surfboard. Acer's Iconia Tab 8 W is an 8-inch Windows 8.1 tablet available for around 150 Euros (~$169). The tablet features the same hardware as the competition: a bright IPS screen, a Bay Trail processor, 1 GB of working memory, and 32 GB of storage capacity. Does the Iconia have a unique selling point at all?
Intel Atom Z3735G, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 8", 406.3 g
Sascha Mölck, 21 Jan 2015 04:04
Jan 20, 2015
Aorus' most compact gaming laptops switch to Nvidia's Maxwell-based GPU, promising lower temperatures and smoother framerates.

Aorus updates its X3 and X3 Plus gaming laptops with GTX 970M graphics

The thin gaming powerhouses from the Gigabyte-owned brand now pack even more graphical performance and still offer customization options such as different screen resolutions and storage.
Andrey Konstantinov, 20 Jan 2015 16:52
Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge to come with dual curved edges

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge to come with dual curved edges

According to Sammobile, Samsung is working on an "Edge" version of the Galaxy S6 flagship, one which will feature a curved display on both sides. The functionality is expected to be inspired by last year's Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, a phablet with a single curved edge on the right side.
Mihai Andrici, 20 Jan 2015 14:52
Allview P6 Energy

Allview's P6 Energy: 5-inch smartphone with a 5000mAh battery priced at 190 Euro

Allview announced today the AllView P6 Energy, a new affordable smartphone. The dual-SIM handset comes with a very large 5000 mAh battery, a quad-core processor, a 5-inch 720p display, and Android 4.4.2 KitKat.
Mihai Andrici, 20 Jan 2015 14:50
ZTE Blade V2 officially announced

ZTE Blade V2 officially announced

Chinese smartphone manufacturer ZTE has just unveiled a new mid-range smartphone. The ZTE Blade V2 comes with main features such as 5-inch 720p display, a 13MP primary camera, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor.
Mihai Andrici, 20 Jan 2015 14:48
Jan 19, 2015
HTC to unveil its first smartwatch on March 1st at MWC 2015 alongside the M9 Hima

HTC to unveil its first smartwatch on March 1st at MWC 2015 alongside the M9 Hima

HTC recently started handing out invites for a press event scheduled on March 1st at MWC 2015 in Barcelona. The One M9 / Hima flagship smartphone and the company's first smartwatch could be both unveiled at the event.
Mihai Andrici, 19 Jan 2015 22:23
Trekstor SurfTab Wintron 10.1 Tablet Review

77% Trekstor SurfTab Wintron 10.1 Tablet Review

A well-rounded package. The new Trekstor tablet costs 199 Euros (~$225) and offers a full Windows 8.1 tablet experience with a one-year MS Office 365 Personal license. In contrast to most cheap Windows tablets, the Trekstor tablet is equipped with 2 GB of RAM.
Intel Atom Z3735F, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 10.1", 661 g
Sascha Mölck, 19 Jan 2015 21:56
Samsung Galaxy J1 price

Samsung SM-J100H price leaked by Russian retailer

A Russian online retailer has leaked the price of the first smartphone in the upcoming J-Series from Samsung. The leak reveals that the entry-level Samsung J1 LTE SM-J100F will cost the equivalent of about $170.
Mihai Andrici, 19 Jan 2015 18:21
Xiaomi Mi Note Teardown

Xiaomi Mi Note: first teardown reveals internal hardware and structure

The Xiaomi Mi Note and Mi Note Pro are the two latest smartphones from the largest Chinese smartphone manufacturer. The design of these handsets has been known to us since last week when they have been officially announced. But what's under the hood?
Mihai Andrici, 19 Jan 2015 17:13
iBuyPower Chimera CX-9 Notebook Review

83% iBuyPower Chimera CX-9 Notebook Review

Orange is the new black. Is the distinctive design and lucent orange color enough for the Chimera to stand out in the crowded mobile gaming space? We dig deeper to find that this is more than just a flashy chassis.
Intel Core i7-4710HQ, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M, 15.6", 3.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 19 Jan 2015 10:00
Yota Devices YotaPhone 2 Smartphone Review

83% Yota Devices YotaPhone 2 Smartphone Review

Twice as good? Like the first YotaPhone, the successor also features two screens. An AMOLED screen adorns the front, and an additional eInk screen is on the back. The Russian company has completely reworked the design and has also done many things better than in the precursor. However, the temperature development is still a problem.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974, Adreno 330, 5", 144 g
Daniel Schmidt, 19 Jan 2015 06:33
Jan 18, 2015
An LTE-capable smartphone from Sony passes FCC: could it be the Xperia Z4?

Unknown Sony smartphone suspected to be Xperia Z4 receives FCC approval

According to the official documents, the device supports several LTE bands and its firmware is marked with a higher build number than even the Lollipop update for the Xperia Z3.
Andrey Konstantinov, 18 Jan 2015 16:14
Jan 17, 2015
Intel announces financial results for 2014, Mobile divison loses $4.21B

Intel announces financial results for 2014, Mobile divison loses $4.21B

Intel - the world's largest semiconductor manufacturer - announced its Q4 2014 financial results. Sales increased 6 percent during 2014, while profit rose 22 percent compared to the previous year. The problem with Intel's financial performance continues to be its mobile chip division.
Mihai Andrici, 17 Jan 2015 19:16
Jan 16, 2015
Sony Xperia Z4 is expected to show up at MWC 2015

Sony Xperia Z4 passes certification in Japan

Though Sony's mobile division keeps reporting losses, their next flagship could be announced in six weeks.
Andrey Konstantinov, 16 Jan 2015 23:30
HTC One M9 launch event at MWC 2015 in Barcelona

MWC 2015 | HTC One M9 coming March 1

HTC has already sent out invites to a March 1 event in Barcelona and insiders claim the next One flagship will be there, although the "Utopia in progress" tagline can be used to tease virtually anything.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Jan 2015 22:08
Xiaomi Mi Note and Mi Note Pro officially unveiled

Xiaomi Mi Note and Mi Note Pro officially unveiled

Xiaomi recently announced two new Android phablets, the Mi Note and the Mi Note Pro. The specs include a 5.7-inch display running at 1080p or 1440p, a Snapdragon 801 or 810 chip, and up to 4GB of RAM. Prices start at roughly $370 for the Mi Note and about $530 for the Mi Note Pro.
Mihai Andrici, 16 Jan 2015 15:18
Asus Memo Pad 8 ME581CL-1B027A Tablet Review

85% Asus Memo Pad 8 ME581CL-1B027A Tablet Review

New memorandum? Asus wants to make a statement and elevates its 8-inch tablet from the Memo Pad series to the status quo of the class. The Memo Pad 8 ME581Cl represents the top model of this group; its price sits just above $355. It includes an Intel Atom quad-core 64-bit SoC, 2 GB RAM, a bright Full HD IPS display, fast ac-WLAN as well as LTE and NFC. In brief: Here, the mix works.
Intel Atom Z3560, PowerVR G6430, 8", 299 g
Michael Moser, 16 Jan 2015 10:20
Google Nexus 6 (Motorola XT1100-M0E10) Smartphone Review

86% Google Nexus 6 (Motorola XT1100-M0E10) Smartphone Review

You have grown! The Google Nexus 6 is manufactured by Motorola and follows Google's philosophy in terms of size at (almost) 6 inches. Our review reveals whether Google's device, which is not really a bargain anymore, can compete with the iPhone 6 Plus and other phablets.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 APQ8084, Adreno 420, 6", 184 g
Florian Wimmer, 16 Jan 2015 10:13
Jan 15, 2015
All Sony retail stores in Canada are closing

Sony closing all its Canadian retail stores

Shortly after a Reuters report concerning the imminent sale of Sony's mobile and TV divisions, the Japanese company announce the closure of all its Canadian retail locations.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Jan 2015 23:35
YotaPhone 2 Android smartphone with two screens

YotaPhone 2 could hit the US this spring via T-Mobile

Currently available in Europe for roughly $850 USD, this dual-screen Android smartphone is expected to reach the US via T-Mobile for about $650 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Jan 2015 21:42
LG unveils ultralight 13Z940 and 14Z950 notebooks

LG unveils ultralight 13Z940 and 14Z950 notebooks

LG Electronics unveiled today two new lightweight notebooks, the 13Z940 and the 14Z950. The two new notebooks are 13.3-inch and 14-inch models respectively, both weigh less than 1 kg, and both come with Full HD displays.
Mihai Andrici, 15 Jan 2015 21:07
Samsung and BlackBerry are partners but Samsung does not buy BlackBerry

Samsung will not buy BlackBerry

While recent rumors revealed that Samsung wants to take over BlackBerry for no less than $7.5 billion, the later has just issued an official statement that denies such claims.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Jan 2015 11:46
Toshiba Satellite C50D-B-125 Notebook Review

75% Toshiba Satellite C50D-B-125 Notebook Review

Slimmed down. Toshiba is charging about 410 Euros (~$485) for their Satellite C50D-B-125, a simple office computer that runs on an AMD APU. Is the computer worth the cash, when comparable Bay Trail notebooks are available at considerably lower prices?
AMD A4-6210, Radeon R3 (Mullins/Beema), 15.6", 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 15 Jan 2015 06:07
HP Stream 7 5700ng Tablet Review

78% HP Stream 7 5700ng Tablet Review

Windows midget. The display of the HP Stream 7 might only measures 7 inches, but the tablet still sports full-fledged Windows 8.1 with Bing. How useful is Windows considering the smallish display? We'll try to answer this and many other questions in the following review.
Intel Atom Z3735G, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 7", 350 g
Florian Wimmer, 15 Jan 2015 05:58
Jan 14, 2015
Oppo R1C smartphone is now official

Oppo officially announces R1C smartphone

The highlights of the new device are its sapphire glass back panel and a 64-bit SoC.
Andrey Konstantinov, 14 Jan 2015 23:30
Mainstream Windows 7 support ends

Mainstream support for Windows 7 ends

While Windows 7 will no longer get any new Service Pack, minor security patches will be provided until January 14, 2020.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Jan 2015 19:22
Lumia 532

Microsoft unveils cheap Lumia 435 and Lumia 532 smartphones

Hoping to capitalize on its position in emerging markets, today Microsoft announced two new Windows smartphones aimed at the entry-level segment. The new Lumia 435 and Lumia 532 are two of the cheapest smartphones ever launched with Windows.
Mihai Andrici, 14 Jan 2015 18:57
Reuters: Sony looking to sell its mobile and TV divisions

Reuters: Sony looking to sell its mobile and TV divisions

According to a recent Reuters report, Sony officials are now looking to sell the company's mobile and TV divisions. Both are currently losing money for the Japanese firm in markets that are becoming increasingly difficult to participate in.
Mihai Andrici, 14 Jan 2015 18:04
HTC Hima Ace Plus leaked specs include 5.5-inch QHD display

HTC Hima Ace Plus leaked specs include 5.5-inch QHD display

According to a fresh rumor, HTC will release a phablet version of the HTC M9 Hima at some point later in the year. The handset is said to feature a Snapdragon 810 chipset and 5.5-inch display.
Mihai Andrici, 14 Jan 2015 16:22
Apple MacBook Air 12 Mockup

12-inch Apple MacBook Air: release date rumored for Q1 2015

A recent rumor claims that contract manufacturer Quanta has already begun mass-producing the 12-inch Apple MacBook Air. The report also claims that Apple is planning to launch the MacBook Air 12 by the end of the first quarter.
Mihai Andrici, 14 Jan 2015 12:57
Samsung Z1 Tizen smartphone with dual core processor, PLS screen, 3 MP main camera

Samsung finally launches Tizen-powered Z1 smartphone

The first smartphone powered by Samsung's own Tizen OS finally launches in India after multiple delays, packing a 4-inch PLS screen, dual-core processor, 768 MB of memory, 4 GB internal storage and microSD support, all for under $100 USD.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Jan 2015 08:38
i.onik TW Series 1 Tablet Review

77% i.onik TW Series 1 Tablet Review

99 Euros (~$111) tablet. The I.onik Windows 8.1 tablet is available for less than 100 Euros (~$112). Is this a worthy investment?
Intel Atom Z3735G, HD Graphics (Bay Trail), 8", 343 g
Sascha Mölck, 14 Jan 2015 04:05
MSI GS60 2QE Ghost Pro 4K (2QEUi716SR51G) Notebook Review

83% MSI GS60 2QE Ghost Pro 4K (2QEUi716SR51G) Notebook Review

Gold piece for gamers? The MSI GS60 is now available with a 4K display and Maxwell GPU, the current update uses the fast GeForce GTX 970M. Our review will show if everything is gold that glitters at the GS60.
Intel Core i7-4720HQ, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M, 15.6", 2 kg
Florian Wimmer, 14 Jan 2015 04:02
Jan 13, 2015
Sharp Aquos Crystal X addresses the shortcomings of its cheaper sibling

Sharp presents Aquos Crystal X smartphone

As promised earlier, the Japanese manufacturer releases a more advanced smartphone based on the same concept as the budget Aquos Crystal X.
Andrey Konstantinov, 13 Jan 2015 23:49
Xiaomi Mi5 AnTuTu

Xiaomi Mi5 photos and AnTuTu score leak online

The new flagship smartphone from Xiaomi, the Mi5, will be officially unveiled this Thursday. A couple of days before the announcement, several photos of the handset have found their way online, completed by the AnTuTu score obtained by the Mi5.
Mihai Andrici, 13 Jan 2015 23:47
Lenovo Tab 2 A7-10 Android tablet with sub-$100 price

Lenovo Tab 2 A7-10 hits the Indian market priced at only $80 USD

This low-end 7-inch Android slate debuts via Snapdeal and features a quad-core processor, IPS display and WiFi connectivity.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Jan 2015 19:16
OnePlus One premium handset with CyanogenMod

OnePlus One sold close to one million units last year

OnePlus came close to selling one million One smartphones during 2014 and failed to surpass this barrier mainly due to insufficient supply capacity, but OnePlus aims much higher for 2015 - improved customers service, refined operations, more handset models.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Jan 2015 19:08
webOS 2.0 on LG smart TV

HP extends webOS cloud services support by two months

The shutdown of webOS cloud services was scheduled for January 15, but HP decided to maintain support for two extra months, so support is now set to end on March 15.
Codrut Nistor, 13 Jan 2015 10:15
Acer Aspire Switch 11 Pro 128GB HDD Dock Convertible Review

76% Acer Aspire Switch 11 Pro 128GB HDD Dock Convertible Review

Shaky candidate. When a Windows tablet provides sufficient performance, ports, input devices and storage capacity, why would you need a conventional notebook or even a desktop PC? Acer brings the advantages of a laptop to a tablet via keyboard dock including hard drive.
Intel Core i5-4202Y, HD Graphics 4200, 11.6", 1.6 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 13 Jan 2015 08:02
Jan 12, 2015
Samsung Galaxy J1 Android smartphone

Samsung Galaxy J1 images leak online

A rich image gallery showing the Galaxy J1 smartphone hits the Web less than a month after the handset's features made it online.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Jan 2015 23:56
Panasonic Toughpad FZ-R1 mobile POS tablet with 4G LTE, credit card reader, and signature technology

Panasonic announces Toughpad FZ-R1 mobile POS tablet

This device is the world’s first Windows 8.1 slate to integrate a Europay, MasterCard and Visa (EMV) reader for secure payments, offering built-in chip and PIN combined with signature technology for enhanced security.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Jan 2015 23:44
LG G Flex 2

Amazon Germany now taking LG Flex 2 pre-orders at 599 Euro

A few German retailers including Amazon have started taking pre-orders for the LG G Flex 2. The curved smartphone will be priced at 600 Euros when it launches on a currently undisclosed date.
Mihai Andrici, 12 Jan 2015 22:15
Oppo R1C could be presented alongside the Oppo U3 this week

Oppo is planning to launch two new smartphones on Wednesday

64-bit SoCs from Mediatek and Qualcomm will be used as well as 13-megapixel cameras.
Andrey Konstantinov, 12 Jan 2015 20:59
MSI GS30 Shadow Gaming Laptop

CES 2015 | MSI GS30 Shadow gaming notebook officially announced

The MSI GS30 Shadow is a particularly thin and light gaming laptop. With the main goal of portability, the manufactured to decided delegate the high-performance GPU processing required in modern games to an external dock.
Mihai Andrici, 12 Jan 2015 20:48
MSI GE72 and GE62 Apache Gaming Laptops

CES 2015 | MSI unveils GE62 and GE72 Apache gaming laptops

The GE62 and the GE72 are two new additions to the MSI Apache series of gaming laptops. The main highlights are powerful components, illuminated keyboards, and very thin profiles.
Mihai Andrici, 12 Jan 2015 20:03
Polaroid L7 cheap Android tablet

CES 2015 | Polaroid L series Android tablets coming this spring

These two low-end slates begin at $99 and will ship loaded with Android Lollipop starting this spring.
Codrut Nistor, 12 Jan 2015 16:00

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