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Google Play Music streaming service could merge with YouTube Music

Google might combine YouTube Music and Google Play Music

Google's two music streaming apps might soon become one, as the company is apparently rethinking its strategy and plans to combine the two products, including the two teams behind them as well.

Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2017 15:40

Lenovo Miix 320 Windows convertible with Intel Atom x5 processor

Lenovo Miix 320 Windows convertible leaks online

This Intel Atom x5-driven 10.1-inch convertible has been recently spotted on a few Lenovo websites, the pages showing it being removed in the meantime. Its official launch is expected to occur by the end of the month.

Codrut Nistor, 13 Feb 2017 09:15

Meizu M5S retail units leak

New shots seemingly confirm previous rumors of an octa-core MediaTek SoC with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage. A low starting price in the 150 to 200 Euro range is likely.

Allen Ngo, 12 Feb 2017 05:29

Even though the information about the iPhone 8 comes from the supply chain, take all information with a grain of salt. (Source: Mac Rumors)

iPhone 8 to feature iris scanner, insider sources say

This latest news confirms a number of features that Apple insiders and users have said will almost certainly be in the next iPhone. Most interestingly, the sources mentioned an iris scanner, a feature that appeared in the Galaxy Note 7 and will appear in the upcoming Samsung flagship devices.

Isaac Brown, 10 Feb 2017 23:09

Samsung Galaxy TabPro S tablet successor coming soon, specs leak online

Samsung Galaxy TabPro S2 specs surface online

The upcoming Galaxy TabPro S successor has been spotted at FCC earlier this week, and the latest leak reveals a Quad HD AMOLED display, a Kaby Lake processor, 4 GB RAM, and 128 GB internal storage.

Codrut Nistor, 10 Feb 2017 22:20

Xiaomi may be making its own line of SoCs, codenamed "Pinecone." (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi may be making its own mobile SoC, codenamed "Pinecone"

Xiaomi may be joining Huawei as the second Chinese smartphone company to manufacture a mobile system-on-a-chip, or SoC.

Sam Medley, 10 Feb 2017 21:24

Ryzen could be priced unbelievably low. (Source: ShopBLT.com)

Prices for AMD's Ryzen CPUs leaked

The pricing, if true, is incredibly aggressive and comes in at under half the cost of what could be the closest competitor from Intel.

Sam Medley, 09 Feb 2017 23:52

Speculators are still debating whether the anniversary iPhone will be called the iPhone 8 or the more dramatic iPhone X. (Source: Fast Company)

Upcoming anniversary iPhone could set buyers back upward of $1000

The new OLED screen that stretches across the entire front of the phone is the primary reason for the price hike, sources say, as it may be costing Apple twice as much as the LCD used in current iPhones.

Isaac Brown, 09 Feb 2017 19:33

Lenovo Moto G5 Plus Android smartphone leaked image

Lenovo Moto G5 Plus spotted online

This upcoming handset is expected to show up at MWC, and its specs are rumored to include a 5.2-inch display, a 12 MP Rapid Focus main camera, NFC connectivity, a fingerprint reader, as well as a TurboPower-compatible 3,000 mAh battery.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2017 21:35

Xiaomi teasing Redmi Note 4X phablet ahead of reveal

Xiaomi teasing Redmi Note 4X smartphone ahead of reveal

The Redmi Note 4X could be set for a February 16th reveal. Previous rumors suggest that the affordable 5.5-inch smartphone will drop Huawei's in-house Helio X20 in favor of the mainstream Snapdragon 653 SoC.

Allen Ngo, 08 Feb 2017 19:44

ZTE Quartz Android Wear smartwatch image leaked by Evan Blass

ZTE Quartz smartwatch might launch soon

The first alleged image of this upcoming wearable was leaked by Evan Blass yesterday and is possible to see it unveiled later today, next to a few other Android Wear 2.0 devices by other brands.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2017 10:30

Samsung Chromebook Plus convertible to offer up to 16 GB RAM

Samsung Chromebook Plus might have up to 16 GB RAM

While the Samsung Chromebook Plus is expected to arrive next week with 4 GB RAM on board, its Pro sibling is scheduled to arrive in April. While it is supposed to feature up to 8 GB RAM, the latest rumors claim the Chromebook Pro might get a 16 GB RAM variant after a while as well.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Feb 2017 09:45

The Lenovo Yoga 720 may have thinner bezels for a smaller footprint. (Source: Notebook Italia)

Lenovo Yoga 720 leaked on Notebook Italia

The leak states that the Lenovo Yoga 720 may have a Kaby Lake CPU and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050.

Sam Medley, 07 Feb 2017 23:16

Samsung Galaxy S8 unofficial render, Bixby/Kestra AI to offer support for up to 8 languages out of the box

Samsung's Bixby to offer support for 7-8 languages at launch

Although this rumor has not been confirmed by Samsung yet, it looks like the virtual assistant expected to arrive with the Galaxy S8 would offer support for up to eight languages out of the box.

Codrut Nistor, 07 Feb 2017 20:19

BlackBerry smartphones could reach India after being manufactured locally

BlackBerry teams up with Optiemus

The exclusive long-term agreement with Optiemus will bring secure BlackBerry Android handsets, software and services to more markets, including India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

Codrut Nistor, 07 Feb 2017 12:10

LG Watch Sport Android Wear smartwatch details on Geekbench

LG Watch Sport hits Geekbench

The upcoming smartwatch has been spotted next to references to Android 7.1.1 Nougat and LTE cellular support, so the Watch Sport will probably launch with Android Wear 2.0 out-of-the-box.

Codrut Nistor, 07 Feb 2017 10:45

Google Play Store might return to China

Insiders familiar with the matter reveal that NetEase, a Chinese company, is on its way to team up with Google. The purpose of this partnership would be to bring back the digital media store operated by the search giant to China.

Codrut Nistor, 07 Feb 2017 09:45

The additional confirmation we need that HTC is not holding back on the hardware for the next HTC flagship. (Source: The Inquirer)

HTC tests 2017 flagship with Snapdragon 835 on Verizon

Since other smartphones can only release their Snapdragon 835 phones after Samsung does, the inclusion of the chipset means that HTC's flagship may hit the market later in the year than the HTC 10 did in 2016.

Isaac Brown, 07 Feb 2017 07:11

A screenshot of the page shows some of the configuration options (DDR4LP was available, but not selected). (Source: Marco Bozzola)

XPS 13 9360 spotted with i7-7560U, Iris graphics

Dell's ever-popular ultrabook was spotted with some upgraded specs on Dell's Italian website before being taken down. A faster CPU/GPU was spotted, as well as DDR4LP RAM and new configuration options.

Douglas Black, 07 Feb 2017 06:59

Samsung may no longer source smartphone batteries from China

The South Korean conglomerate will instead look to local and Japanese manufacturers for all of its upcoming Galaxy S8 battery demands.

Allen Ngo, 06 Feb 2017 23:50

Could Andrasta be the new Cyanogen Inc.? (Source: Andrasta.com)

Cyanogen, Inc. might be renamed to Andrasta

Cyanogen Inc. may be rebranding itself as Andrasta in order to separate future operations from the Cyanogen name.

Sam Medley, 06 Feb 2017 17:40

Samsung Galaxy C5 Pro SM-C501X hits WiFi Alliance and gets WiFi certification

Samsung Galaxy C5 Pro gets its WiFi certification

While the China-exclusive SM-C5010 surfaced in late December, the new Galaxy C5 Pro variant that received its WiFi certification, dubbed SM-C501X, is expected to be available in foreign markets. Sadly, nothing is official yet.

Codrut Nistor, 06 Feb 2017 11:15

Nokia to hold MWC 2017 press conference on February 26th

HMD Global may have a smartphone or two up its sleeve for show at this year's MWC. Rumors are few and far between on what exactly the company has been working on behind curtains.

Allen Ngo, 06 Feb 2017 04:09

More details and leaks suggest higher starting price for the LG G6

Outside from the older Snapdragon 821 SoC, the G6 could also be shipping with a 32-bit quad-DAC module similar to the one used in the V20. New renders point to a 2:1 5.7-inch display and overall smaller dimensions than the LG G5.

Allen Ngo, 05 Feb 2017 20:39

Jawbone has been fairly quiet since the release of the UP3 in September 2015. (Source: Jawbone)

Jawbone seeks exit from retail market to pursue medical businesses

The maker of the UP3 and other fitness wearables has been silent for a long time. Reports are now flying that Jawbone may be exiting the consumer market to focus on more lucrative clinics and medical businesses.

Sam Medley, 05 Feb 2017 06:15

Intel will release a CPU featuring AMD Radeon graphics: Bennett

Hard OCP Editor Kyle Bennett earlier claimed that Intel had signed a licensing agreement with AMD for graphics technology patents back in December. Now Bennett is reporting that we may actually see Intel chips with Radeon GPUs before the end of 2017.

Douglas Black, 05 Feb 2017 04:48

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus renders show design and screen size differences

More unofficial images suggest a screen size ratio closer to 2:1 instead of the expected 16:9 on both the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus.

Allen Ngo, 04 Feb 2017 04:22

Samsung SM-T378 details on WiFi Alliance, possibly a Tab S3 variant

Samsung SM-T378 gets its WiFi certification

The new tablet that surfaced on the website of the WiFi Alliance might be related to the Galaxy Tab S3, but nothing is official yet. No less than four versions of this slate have been certified, so we will most likely see them arise at MWC 2017.

Codrut Nistor, 03 Feb 2017 20:51

Huawei Honor 8 Lite Android smartphone color options

Honor 8 Lite spotted in Finland

Although it still has to be officially unveiled, this 5.2-inch handset has been apparently listed as available for pre-order in Finland, being expected to begin shipping on February 17.

Codrut Nistor, 03 Feb 2017 12:50

Nintendo Switch gaming tablet online access fee to be less than $30 USD per year

Nintendo Switch online access to cost less than $2.5 USD a month

According to Nintendo's president, the online play for the Switch hybrid gaming console does not come for free. However, it is around two times cheaper than Playstation Plus and Xbox Live Gold.

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2017 16:30

Huawei P10 Plus Android smartphone/phablet front render

Huawei P10 and P10 Plus renders show up online

This pair of handsets is powered by HiSilicon Kirin chipsets, also coming with Android Nougat on board. The high-end P10 Plus features up to 8 GB RAM and 256 GB internal storage, as well as a dual-camera setup.

Codrut Nistor, 02 Feb 2017 13:55

Huawei Honor 8 Lite alleged image, launch rumored for March

Alleged Honor 8 Lite images leak online

The unannounced Huawei Honor 8 Lite is expected to show up at MWC, targeting the mid-range sector of the market. This handset would not feature a dual-camera setup or USB Type-C connectivity, claim the rumors.

Codrut Nistor, 01 Feb 2017 16:15

The source, whose identity remains unknown, managed to grab a few shots of what seems to be a LG prototype. (Android Authority)

LG G6 prototype images may have leaked online

These latest images may offer a glimpse at LG's upcoming flagship. Even though it's still encased in a development shell, the phone's screen size combined with the tiny bezel look very appealing.

Isaac Brown, 01 Feb 2017 05:27

Lenovo intends for the device to be budget-friendly and fun for the whole family. (Source: Notebook Italia)

Lenovo Tab3 8 Plus full spec details are out

Though news of this device dates back to last September, we're finally getting more information about Lenovo's next Android tablet. Almost everything you wanted to know about the Tab3 8 Plus is now available online.

Isaac Brown, 01 Feb 2017 04:39

Oppo Find 9 may launch in two variants with Snapdragon SoCs

Talk of Oppo's next flagship smartphone is suggesting very thin bezels and multiple SKUs with different Snapdragon SoCs for a starting price of about 550 Euros.

Allen Ngo, 31 Jan 2017 22:46

LG Watch Style Android smartwatch leaked image

LG Watch Style rumored to retail for $249 USD

The upcoming Watch Style is expected to launch next to the fully-featured Watch Sport next week. Rumored to cost $249 USD and up, this smart wearable will come with interchangeable bands and a few color options.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2017 20:57

Nintendo Switch hybrid console might sell 12 million units in Japan

Nintendo expected to sell 12 million Switch consoles in Japan

A study that appears overly optimistic at this stage shows that almost 11 percent of Japan's population will buy the Nintendo Switch console, which means over 12 million units.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2017 16:30

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 Android tablet hits FCC

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 arrives at FCC

The WiFi only SM-T820 model and the 4G LTE-capable SM-T825 surfaced on FCC, but the launch date of the Galaxy Tab S3 surfaced online. Reports from South Korea reveal that Samsung plans to unveil it on February 26 at MWC.

Codrut Nistor, 31 Jan 2017 15:15

Hexa-core Ryzen CPUs could be unlikely

AMD may be skipping hexa-core processors in favor of watered-down octa-core configurations for the mainstream lineup instead.

Allen Ngo, 31 Jan 2017 04:48

Outlandish screen aside, the phablet isn't that exceptional, but at the very least it'll be another interesting 4K experiment. (Source: Gadget Detected)

Meizu Pro 7 leaks additional renders and specs

1800-nit brightness? 10,000:1 contrast? It all sounds a little out there, but the Meizu Pro 7 might surprise us in the end. The way it implements its 4K screen will be particularly exciting to observe.

Isaac Brown, 31 Jan 2017 04:39

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 Android tablet spotted back in 2016 at TENAA hits GFXBench

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 hits GFXBench

The device that surfaced on GFXBench had Android 7.0 "Samsung Edition" on board, as well as a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor, 3 GB RAM, 32 GB internal storage,and a 9.7-inch multitouch display with 2,048X1,536 pixels.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2017 22:35

Toshiba Encore 2 Write Windows tablet, Windows 10 light version apparently in the works

Microsoft apparently working on a light Windows 10 version

This unconfirmed Windows 10 variant is expected to target lightweight devices similar to the Surface RT. As rumors claim, the new operating system could be the desktop Windows 10 Cloud with CShell modularity.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2017 20:34

Samsung Gear Fit 2 activity tracker to get a successor soon

Samsung Gear Fit Pro might launch soon

Those who do not find the Gear Fit 2 or the Gear S2/Gear S3 suitable for their health/fitness tracking needs might soon get a new smart wearable from Samsung that offers such features, allegedly named Gear Fit Pro.

Codrut Nistor, 29 Jan 2017 18:58

Nokia N1 Android tablet to get an impressive successor by the end of 2017

Nokia's Snapdragon 835-driven flagship rumored to be a tablet

The upcoming tablet is expected to offer the impressive 4K resolution, next to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB internal storage, and Android 7.0 Nougat on top.

Codrut Nistor, 28 Jan 2017 23:40

Sony Xperia Z4 tablet with Android, Sony to debut five new devices soon

Sony could launch five devices next month

One of these five devices could be the Xperia XZ2, a top-of-the-line handset with a 5.5-inch 4K display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, 6 GB RAM, and the new Sony IMX400 sensor powering the main camera.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2017 23:55

Samsung Galaxy TabPro S Windows tablet with detachable keyboard

A new Windows tablet by Samsung gets certified

The upcoming 10-incher might debut as the Galaxy TabPro S2, no less than four different models being expected to hit the market. For now, they have only received the WiFi certifications.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2017 23:25

Google Pixel XL Android smartphone to get a much cheaper sibling

Google might launch a cheaper Pixel handset

The cheaper Google phone is expected to launch later this year and is known as Pixel 2B for now. Sadly, the rumors do not say anything about its specs and features, so it might even hit the market as an Android One device.

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2017 20:25

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is expected to be completely redesigned. (Source: VentureBeat)

Samsung Galaxy S8 rumored to be announced on March 29th, will be redesigned

According to rumors, The Samsung Galaxy S8 will remove the physical home button and feature much larger displays. The phone is expected to be announced on March 29th.

Sam Medley, 27 Jan 2017 18:33

A purported leaked rendering of the S8's final design. (Source: Business Insider)

Samsung gets first dibs on Snapdragon 835 production, others wait until April

Industry sources that Samsung is hording the majority of the Snapdragon 835 SoCs to itself, causing other companies to have to use older, less desirable chipsets. The 835 is Qualcomm's design, but is being made using Samsung's 10nm manufacturing technology.

Douglas Black, 26 Jan 2017 01:17

Unlike the pictured Galaxy S7, the S8 will have a fingerprint scanner on the rear instead. (Source: The Guardian)

Samsung Galaxy S8 may be available for purchase around April 21st

Say goodbye to your bezels. Users are finally getting a potential date on which they may purchase a Galaxy S8, which will have a number of interesting features including the curved “infinity” display from the S7 Edge, a new assistant, and USB Type-C port.

Isaac Brown, 25 Jan 2017 03:05

Leaks / Rumors

Google might combine YouTube Music and Google Play Music

Lenovo Miix 320 Windows convertible leaks online

Meizu M5S retail units leak

iPhone 8 to feature iris scanner, insider sources say

Samsung Galaxy TabPro S2 specs surface online

Xiaomi may be making its own mobile SoC, codenamed "Pinecone"

Prices for AMD's Ryzen CPUs leaked

Upcoming anniversary iPhone could set buyers back upward of $1000

Lenovo Moto G5 Plus spotted online

Xiaomi teasing Redmi Note 4X smartphone ahead of reveal

ZTE Quartz smartwatch might launch soon

Samsung Chromebook Plus might have up to 16 GB RAM

Lenovo Yoga 720 leaked on Notebook Italia

Samsung's Bixby to offer support for 7-8 languages at launch

BlackBerry teams up with Optiemus

LG Watch Sport hits Geekbench

Google Play Store might return to China

HTC tests 2017 flagship with Snapdragon 835 on Verizon

XPS 13 9360 spotted with i7-7560U, Iris graphics

Samsung may no longer source smartphone batteries from China

Cyanogen, Inc. might be renamed to Andrasta

Samsung Galaxy C5 Pro gets its WiFi certification

Nokia to hold MWC 2017 press conference on February 26th

More details and leaks suggest higher starting price for the LG G6

Jawbone seeks exit from retail market to pursue medical businesses

Intel will release a CPU featuring AMD Radeon graphics: Bennett

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus renders show design and screen size differences

Samsung SM-T378 gets its WiFi certification

Honor 8 Lite spotted in Finland

Nintendo Switch online access to cost less than $2.5 USD a month

Huawei P10 and P10 Plus renders show up online

Alleged Honor 8 Lite images leak online

LG G6 prototype images may have leaked online

Lenovo Tab3 8 Plus full spec details are out

Oppo Find 9 may launch in two variants with Snapdragon SoCs

LG Watch Style rumored to retail for $249 USD

Nintendo expected to sell 12 million Switch consoles in Japan

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 arrives at FCC

Hexa-core Ryzen CPUs could be unlikely

Meizu Pro 7 leaks additional renders and specs

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 hits GFXBench

Microsoft apparently working on a light Windows 10 version

Samsung Gear Fit Pro might launch soon

Nokia's Snapdragon 835-driven flagship rumored to be a tablet

Sony could launch five devices next month

A new Windows tablet by Samsung gets certified

Google might launch a cheaper Pixel handset

Samsung Galaxy S8 rumored to be announced on March 29th, will be redesigned

Samsung gets first dibs on Snapdragon 835 production, others wait until April

Samsung Galaxy S8 may be available for purchase around April 21st

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