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The Fitbit Blaze is currently Fitbit's most robust device, but its feature set still falls far behind other smartwatches. (Source: Fitbit)

Fitbit says it will release a new smartwatch later this year

The wearables giant Fitbit has announced that their highly-anticipated smartwatch should be ready in time for the holiday season later this year. The smartwatch was delayed earlier this year, and while there isn't a hint of a specific release date, the device should be ready by Q4.

Sam Medley, 03 Aug 2017 21:22

Edge-to-edge displays are the rave. (Source: Weibo)

Honor Note 9 to come with massive 4600mAh battery

The Honor Note 9 is to the Honor 9 what the Galaxy Note 8 is to the S8: Larger, more powerful, and almost certainly more expensive.

Ricci Rox, 03 Aug 2017 18:57

At top: LG V30; On bottom: LG G6, LG V30, and Samsung Galaxy S8+, respectively. (Source: @UniverseIce | Twitter)

Here is the first full-frontal image of the LG V30

A leaked press render gives us our first look at the front of the LG V30. The image shows off the upcoming handset's slim bezels, its similarity to the LG G6, and most interestingly the omission of the V-series' secondary display.

John Garcia, 03 Aug 2017 18:47

The Pixel was a great device. It had a headphone jack, too. (Source: GSMArena)

Upcoming Pixel smartphones will ditch the headphone jack

The Google Pixel 2 and Pixel XL 2 will be Google's flagships for the year, but new information touting both devices to opt out of headphone jacks has surfaced. Pixel fans won't take kindly to this, for sure.

Ricci Rox, 03 Aug 2017 17:52

Coffee Lake processors are likely to be Socket 1151, but could lack backward compatibility. (Source: VideoCardz)

Coffee Lake product roadmap shows six-core CPU using Socket 1151

Product road map slides for Intel Coffee Lake show a 95 W six-core CPU, and two new motherboard chipsets, Kaby Lake Refresh and Cannon Lake. The slides show Socket 1151, but there may be chipset limitations that stop Coffee Lake from being backward compatible.

Craig Ward, 03 Aug 2017 14:41

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

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

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

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

The W2017 was released in November last year. (Source: GSMArena)

Press renders of the upcoming premium Samsung flip phone released

Press renders of the Samsung clamshell phone have surfaced, lending credence to the idea that we may be closer to launch than previously thought.

Ricci Rox, 31 Jul 2017 11:04

Proper successor to the Surface Book may be coming soon

The recent discounts on the Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 in the UK could mean that the Surface Book 2 is on its way.

Allen Ngo, 30 Jul 2017 01:19

There's not much in the way of live images right now. (Source: DBS Designing)

LG V30 to go on sale in September

The LG V30, LG's main flagship for the year, is expected to go on sale in September, roughly two weeks after its launch in August.

Ricci Rox, 29 Jul 2017 23:24

The G5S Plus features a beautiful aluminum body. (Source: AndroidAuthority)

Pricing details of the Moto G5S and G5S Plus revealed

Pricing details of the upcoming G5S and G5S Plus have surfaced and they're priced right in the middle of the mid-range segment. The G5S Plus costs just a little less than the X4, though, so it's a tough buying decision.

Ricci Rox, 29 Jul 2017 22:32

Sony G8341/Xperia XZ1 specs on Geekbench show Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor

Sony Xperia XZ1 hits Geekbench

The 5.2-inch handset with Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor that surfaced on Geekbench as Sony G8341 is expected to be unveiled as Xperia XZ1 in early September, during the IFA 2017 trade show in Berlin.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2017 14:15

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 to get Android Nougat update soon

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 spotted with Android Nougat on board

This slate that made its debut loaded with Lollipop has just received its WiFi certification running Android 7.0, which is certainly the last major OS upgrade it will get via the official channels.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jul 2017 00:10

Sharp Aquos S2 premium Android smartphone with on-screen fingerprint reader

Sharp Aquos S2 leaks online

This upcoming premium Android handset is expected to offer a 5.5-inch 4K display, a dual-camera setup on the back, an on-screen fingerprint scanner, as well as a high screen-to-body ratio.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jul 2017 19:25

The W2017 reportedly sold for about $2900 USD.

The Samsung W2018 clamshell phone is expected to retail for over $2000

The Samsung W2018 will be Samsung's premium flip phone for the year and while that price tag may seem like a joke gone wrong, there's no doubt that the device itself is an incredible package.

Ricci Rox, 27 Jul 2017 09:56

If rumors are correct, we can expect Coffee Lake to be the first six-core CPUs on Intel's mainstream platform. (Source: Intel)

Specs leaked for upcoming i7-8700K

A progressive series of 'leaks' over the last few days have given us an idea of what to expect from the Coffee Lake i7-8700K. It will be a 6-core CPU operating on the same LGA 1151 socket as Skylake and Kaby Lake, have 12MB of cache, and a potential turbo clock up to 4.7 GHz.

Craig Ward, 26 Jul 2017 23:58

BlackBerry KEYOne Black Edition spotted online

This flagship is currently available only in silver, but a Chinese website has just unveiled the unconfirmed information that a Black Edition is ready to launch locally on August 8.

Codrut Nistor, 26 Jul 2017 21:15

Xiaomi Mi 5X Android smartphone official teaser now live

Xiaomi Mi 5X teaser video surfaces online

The video reveals that this new handset would hit the market in gold, pink, and black. Its list of features includes a fingerprint reader, MIUI 9 software, a 5.5-inch display, and more, all for a price between $250 USD and $400 USD.

Codrut Nistor, 25 Jul 2017 21:00

UPDATE | Nokia 8 with Snapdragon 835 to hit stores on July 31

The Nokia 8 is billed to go on sale on July 31. It's also expected to have a price tag in the region of $675, which isn't a bad deal by any means.

Ricci Rox, 25 Jul 2017 15:38

UMIDIGI Crystal set for August 7 launch

UMIDIGI's new midranger, the Crystal, has been shrouded in mystery but we will finally be getting an official announcement on August 7.

Ricci Rox, 25 Jul 2017 15:32

Snapdragon 836 may make its debut on the Google Pixel 2

Snapdragon 836 may launch first on the Google Pixel 2

The Snapdragon 836 should be a small bump in raw horsepower over the Snapdragon 835 to make it even faster than the North American Galaxy S8 and most other current flagships.

Allen Ngo, 25 Jul 2017 07:33

Images and hands-on video of the Galaxy S8 Active leaked

The S8 Active is likely to be launched within the week but we've already had some of its more intimate details revealed.

Ricci Rox, 23 Jul 2017 14:35

Tech World 2017 | Lenovo boasts foldable tablets, AR headsets, and more at tech show

This year's Tech World has even more prototypes on display from wearable smart glasses to fully autonomous electric vehicles.

Allen Ngo, 23 Jul 2017 08:57

Images of the budget Nokia 2 surface

The Nokia 2 looks to be Nokia's first attempt at entering the extreme budget market space but images and leaked specifications aren't doing a good job of painting it in a good light.

Ricci Rox, 21 Jul 2017 21:07

New Nubia device spotted on Geekbench

A new Nubia mid-ranger has been spotted on Geekbench but we're having a hard time figuring out what SoC is listed. Sources claim it is the Snapdragon 617 but a number of factors make that rather unlikely.

Ricci Rox, 20 Jul 2017 21:26

LG V30/LG-H932PR specs on Geekbench show Snapdragon 835 processor and 4 GB RAM

Possible LG V30 surfaces on Geekbench

The handset that was spotted on Geekbench is known as LGE LG-H932PR, its list of specs including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB RAM, and Android 7.1.2 Nougat. Previous rumors also mentioned a variant with 6 GB RAM, but nothing is official yet.

Codrut Nistor, 20 Jul 2017 15:25

Samsung to supply Apple with 7 nm A12 SoCs for next year's iPhone

Samsung may supply Apple with 7 nm A12 SoCs for next year's iPhone

The South Korean manufacturer has purportedly struck another deal with Apple to provide both OLED panels and A12 SoCs.

Allen Ngo, 20 Jul 2017 07:15

The device we're all waiting for just got a little further away. (Source: The Ledger Gazette)

Microsoft crushes hopes of current Windows Phone users — no full Windows 10 coming to existing handsets

A Microsoft exec has clarified that Windows 10 on ARM will not be coming to any existing Windows phones, as the OS is designed for a "desktop experience" rather than a phone one.

Douglas Black, 19 Jul 2017 05:39

More features of the Ataribox surface

The console will focus on both old and new titles, possibly positioning Atari to capitalize on the retro-fueled success of the NES Classic Edition. New press renders show off some connectivity, but very little is known about the console at this point.

Sam Medley, 18 Jul 2017 23:53

Samsung Galaxy S8 Active may launch by the end of July

An Amazon listing of a screen protector for the S8 Active has touted an August 1 release date, so we have reason to believe that the device will be launched in that period, too.

Ricci Rox, 18 Jul 2017 16:53

Xiaomi 5X may launch on July 26, same date as the Meizu Pro 7

Xiaomi are apparently sending invites out for an event on that date. The Pro 7 will be Meizu's flagship for the year but we still can't confirm what the 5X is supposed to be.

Ricci Rox, 17 Jul 2017 18:55

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) Android smartphone shows up with Nougat on board

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) with Nougat gets its WiFi certification

Unveiled back in January, this 5.5-inch handset launched last week in South Korea with Bixby Home on board, as well as Samsung Pay support. Now, it looks like the US might get it soon as well since the handset has just received its WiFi certification.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jul 2017 15:55

Amazon Anytime messaging service might launch soon

Amazon Anytime messaging service apparently in the works

This app is expected to handle virtually anything that consumers need when it comes to messaging - SMS, video and voice calling, games, photos, stickers, and more. Message encryption is expected to be in the list of features as well.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jul 2017 15:25

Samsung Galaxy C10 leaked image July 2017, dual camera setup clearly visible

Samsung Galaxy C10 spotted with dual cameras

Although many rumors claim that the Galaxy Note 8 would be the first Samsung handset to feature a dual camera setup, it looks like a few mid-rangers with this technology inside are also heading for the market, as shown by the latest Galaxy C10 leaked images that made it online.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jul 2017 13:55

More images of the Meizu Pro 7 surface as its launch date draws closer

The Meizu Pro 7 is set to be launched alongside the Pro 7 Plus on July 26. The standard Pro 7 is powered by MediaTek's Helio X30 flagship SoC, while the Pro 7 Plus houses Samsung's new Exynos 8895.

Ricci Rox, 16 Jul 2017 19:27

Xiaomi's new device may actually be the 5X, not the X1 as previously thought

It would seem that the previously reported Xiaomi X1 is actually the 5X. It retains the $295 price tag, while having a spontaneous downgrade to a Snapdragon 625 in a move that fans of the OEM won't take kindly to.

Ricci Rox, 16 Jul 2017 13:15

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) Android smartphone spotted with Nougat on board

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) with Nougat on board spotted online

This 5.2-inch handset that launched earlier this year with Android Marshmallow on board has just received its WiFi certification with Android 7.0 on board, so the arrival of this software update is imminent.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Jul 2017 23:52

Xiaomi's upcoming X1 to compete with the Oppo R11

$295 for a Snapdragon 660 device that doesn't appear to disappoint in any other aspect is an incredible deal. For context, this device could have passed for a 2016 flagship, easily. It's looking like a must-buy

Ricci Rox, 14 Jul 2017 23:17

What it feels like to look at the inside of a Rift headset. (Source: Oculus)

A much more affordable Oculus VR headset is on its way

Following the success of affordable virtual reality devices such as Samsung's Gear VR, Facebook is working on a new Oculus device. Codenamed Pacific, it is expected to cost hundreds of dollars less than the Rift and be completely standalone.

John Garcia, 14 Jul 2017 19:44

Huawei has big plans with a whole new chip to launch in 2017

Huawei working on a whole new chip

The chip that is supposed to launch later this year allegedly combines CPU, GPU, and AI features and is expected to allow smartphones to be used as car keys for various brands such as BMW, Audi, or Porsche.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Jul 2017 17:10

Don't be fooled, the new Samsung device is almost definitely not the S9

Here, we take a look at the new Samsung device sighted on Geekbench.

Ricci Rox, 14 Jul 2017 11:17

Lenovo TB-X704Y details leaked on GeekBench, launch expected for IFA 2017

Lenovo TB-X704Y hits FCC

Not long after surfacing on GeekBench, this upcoming Lenovo tablet with a 7,000 mAh battery as the only confirmed specification so far has also been spotted at FCC. The official announcement is expected to take place in early September at IFA.

Codrut Nistor, 14 Jul 2017 10:50

Images of the Redmi 5 surface

These devices look quite good but owners of a Redmi Note 4, 4X, or 4 Prime would probably be better served sticking to their devices.

Ricci Rox, 13 Jul 2017 21:07

Mirror mirror on the wall, who's the smallest Galaxy of them all? (Source: CNet)

New Samsung Galaxy variant spotted on Geekbench, could feature the Snapdragon 840

A new Samsung Galaxy variant, purportedly the Galaxy S8 'lite', has hit the Geekbench benchmarks list and interestingly, the device seems to feature an unannounced Snapdragon 840 chipset.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 13 Jul 2017 12:25

Leak reveals all the Snapdragon SoCs coming to Nokia smartphones this year

The Nokia 2 through 9 will sport the spectrum of Qualcomm SoCs from the Snapdragon 212 up to the 835. The lack of a "Nokia 4" is likely due to the unlucky number in many Asian cultures.

Allen Ngo, 13 Jul 2017 09:07

Valve releases a bug fix - for the original Half-Life

The update fixes some crashes and patches a possible security hole in the original Half-Life title. But the question must be asked: does this update confirm Half Life 3? No.

Sam Medley, 12 Jul 2017 21:54

Leaks / Rumors

Fitbit says it will release a new smartwatch later this year

Honor Note 9 to come with massive 4600mAh battery

Here is the first full-frontal image of the LG V30

Upcoming Pixel smartphones will ditch the headphone jack

Coffee Lake product roadmap shows six-core CPU using Socket 1151

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

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

Facebook is working on a video chat device

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

Three Nokia 8 variants surface online

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

Press renders of the upcoming premium Samsung flip phone released

Proper successor to the Surface Book may be coming soon

LG V30 to go on sale in September

Pricing details of the Moto G5S and G5S Plus revealed

Sony Xperia XZ1 hits Geekbench

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 9.7 spotted with Android Nougat on board

Sharp Aquos S2 leaks online

The Samsung W2018 clamshell phone is expected to retail for over $2000

Specs leaked for upcoming i7-8700K

BlackBerry KEYOne Black Edition spotted online

Xiaomi Mi 5X teaser video surfaces online

UPDATE | Nokia 8 with Snapdragon 835 to hit stores on July 31

UMIDIGI Crystal set for August 7 launch

Snapdragon 836 may launch first on the Google Pixel 2

Images and hands-on video of the Galaxy S8 Active leaked

Tech World 2017 | Lenovo boasts foldable tablets, AR headsets, and more at tech show

Images of the budget Nokia 2 surface

New Nubia device spotted on Geekbench

Possible LG V30 surfaces on Geekbench

Samsung may supply Apple with 7 nm A12 SoCs for next year's iPhone

Microsoft crushes hopes of current Windows Phone users — no full Windows 10 coming to existing handsets

More features of the Ataribox surface

Samsung Galaxy S8 Active may launch by the end of July

Xiaomi 5X may launch on July 26, same date as the Meizu Pro 7

Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) with Nougat gets its WiFi certification

Amazon Anytime messaging service apparently in the works

Samsung Galaxy C10 spotted with dual cameras

More images of the Meizu Pro 7 surface as its launch date draws closer

Xiaomi's new device may actually be the 5X, not the X1 as previously thought

Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) with Nougat on board spotted online

Xiaomi's upcoming X1 to compete with the Oppo R11

A much more affordable Oculus VR headset is on its way

Huawei working on a whole new chip

Don't be fooled, the new Samsung device is almost definitely not the S9

Lenovo TB-X704Y hits FCC

Images of the Redmi 5 surface

New Samsung Galaxy variant spotted on Geekbench, could feature the Snapdragon 840

Leak reveals all the Snapdragon SoCs coming to Nokia smartphones this year

Valve releases a bug fix - for the original Half-Life

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