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An XPS 15 with fingerprint scanner was on display at CES, but it seems that this feature isn't quite ready. (Source: Windows Central)

The XPS 15 9560's fingerprint scanner has gone AWOL (updated with official response from Dell)

The leaked website for the XPS 9560, specs, and CES display model all showed the update to the popular 9550 would sport a fingerprint scanner. The latest information from the company suggests that it does not currently have one, b...

Douglas Black, 14 Jan 2017 04:14

One of Razer's stolen Valerie prototypes was listed on Chinese retail site Taobao. (Source: Liliputing)

Lost and found: Razer's stolen Valerie prototype listed on Chinese retail site

After being reported stolen earlier this week, Razer's triple-display notebook, codenamed Valerie, has made an appearance on Taobao, a Chinese retail website.

Sam Medley, 13 Jan 2017 18:28

Owners of 2016 Macbook Pros should expect more consistent battery life after the update. (Source: Consumer Reports)

Consumer Reports reverses opinion on Macbook Pros after retests

Following Apple's fixes, the consumer watchdog conducted retests on Macbook Pro laptops and concluded that the battery life consistency was much improved. They now recommend the notebook.

Isaac Brown, 13 Jan 2017 14:57

The 2016 MacBook Pros have both faced criticism over sub-par battery life compared to previous models. (Source: Apple)

Safari bug allegedly responsible for poor Consumer Reports MacBook test results

Apple claims that Consumer Reports' tests of the Apple MacBook Pros were spoiled by a bug in Safari. The bug should be fixed in the latest macOS beta, and the publication has agreed to re-run their tests and adjust their verdict i...

Douglas Black, 11 Jan 2017 10:15

Dell advertises "data transfers up to 40Gbps" on the websites of the XPS 15 and 13. (Source: Dell)

(updated) XPS 9350/9550's Thunderbolt 3 may be hardwired at TB2 speeds

Schematics of the XPS 9350 show that its TB3 controller is hardware-limited to speeds half of those advertised. This may affect all notebooks with a single TB3 port, including the XPS 9360, 9550, 9560, M5510, and M5520.

Douglas Black, 03 Jan 2017 08:06

By January 8, nearly all remaining Galaxy Note 7s will be rendered inoperable in the US. (Source: Ron Amadeo/ArsTechnica)

T-Mobile rolling out Note-7-killing update; AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint to follow

T-mobile has begun rolling out firmware designed to effectively brick remaining Samsung Galaxy Note 7s. Verizon and AT&T will roll out the update January 5, while Sprint will wait until January 8.

Douglas Black, 28 Dec 2016 03:26

Both Cyanogen OS and CyanogenMod are dead. The team has produced a fork and named it Lineage.

Cyanogen OS and CyanogenMod are dead: Long live Lineage!

After Cyanogen announced that it will suspend all services by years end, the CyanogenMod team decided to let the Open Source project die as well and continue work under a new fork named Lineage.

Alexander Fagot, 25 Dec 2016 16:55

Apple has taken the position that there is no problem with the battery life of their new MacBooks. (Source: iFixit)

Apple will work with Consumer Reports following lack of recommendation

After Consumer Reports failed to recommend Apple's MacBooks for the first time in the history of the product line, Phil Schiller has tweeted that he is working with the consumer watchdog to find out more about their tests.

Douglas Black, 25 Dec 2016 09:35

You can get a percentage, but no "time remaining" estimate. (Source: 9to5Mac)

Newest macOS preview build removes battery time remaining estimates

The latest MacOS Preview has removed the "time remaining" estimate from the battery menu following complaints about the poor battery life on the new MacBook Pro models.

Douglas Black, 14 Dec 2016 08:15

Samsung will be disabling connectivity and charging from some US and Canadian Note 7's next week. (Source: Ron Amadeo/ArsTechnica)

Remaining active Samsung Note 7 phones may be disabled next week

It seems that some Note 7 owners are still stubbornly holding onto their devices—Samsung is trying to change that by disabling remaining Note 7's throughout next week.

Douglas Black, 09 Dec 2016 03:34

macOS 10.12.2 is said to offer a solution for GPU problems MacBook Pro users have been experiencing.

Apple MacBook Pro: macOS update said to cure GPU problems

MacBook Pro users affected by GPU problems may look forward to the next release of macOS 10.12.2 that are said to offer a software solution for all the various GPU related problems on the new MacBooks.

Alexander Fagot, 08 Dec 2016 20:58

VR and AR products are seeing weaker sales than analysts predicted. (Source: HTCVIVE)

VR and AR: the sales disappointments of 2016

VR/AR sales were expected to pick up strongly in late 2016, yet the opposite has happened. Experts blame an immature ecosystem.

Douglas Black, 06 Dec 2016 06:44

Just one year after it came to market, the Nexus 5X is fit for scrap if it breaks.

Google/LG Nexus 5X: LG offers refund because an essential part is out of stock

The one year old Nexus 5 may be fit for scrap if it suffers from hardware failures because a certain not specified part is out of stock and won't be available anymore. Instead, LG offers a refund, users on reddit report.

Alexander Fagot, 27 Nov 2016 20:47

Android 7.0 Beta for Samsung Galaxy phones breaks Gear VR

Android 7.0 Beta for Samsung Galaxy phones breaks Gear VR

Volunteers that downloaded the Android 7.0 Beta are unable to user their Samsung Gear VRs, as the headset only works on Samsung phones.

Sam Medley, 21 Nov 2016 20:09

$299 for the Apple Book, a catalog of past and present Apple designs inspired comedy and ironic tweets.

The $299 Apple Book: The #AppleBook-Community makes fun of it

Apple released a catalog of past and present Apple product designs, called it Apple Book and sells it for $299. Inspiration for ironic or sarcastic comments on Twitter and for Stephen Colbert to do a short parody for the Late Show...

Alexander Fagot, 20 Nov 2016 20:50

iFixit's teardown shows that repairs will be very difficult. (Source: iFixit)

iFixit's teardown of Macbook Pro 13" with Touch Bar reveals differences, difficulties

The new Macbook Pro 13" with Touch Bar has markedly different internals from its non-Touch Bar brother, including changes that make it horribly difficult to repair.

Sam Medley, 16 Nov 2016 20:28

Some budget Android phones, like the BLU R1 HD, might have data tracking software baked into the firmware. (Source: BLU)

Some lower-end Android phones are sending user data to China

Budget phones typically have compromises for the lower price, but for certain Android devices, user security might be one of those trade-offs.

Sam Medley, 16 Nov 2016 17:23

Individual chargers for Apple's new Macbook Pro notebooks don't include the cable required to charge the device. (Source: Apple)

Individual Macbook Pro chargers don't come with a USB-C cable

Macbook Pro users hoping to buy additional chargers for their new device will have to provide their own USB Type-C cables.

Sam Medley, 10 Nov 2016 22:03

Lenovo Quarterly Numbers: Smartphone-business continues to loose money

Lenovo Quarterly Numbers: Smartphone-business continues to loose money

Lenovo, the world biggest PC manufacturer, has released its newest quarterly numbers. The smartphone business continues to be a major problem for the company, as Lenovo is loosing millions with it. Only the PC business and the sel...

Benjamin Herzig, 05 Nov 2016 01:21

The burning batteries of the Galaxy Note 7 might even cause a delay for the Galaxy S8.

Samsung Galaxy S8: Development delayed due to Galaxy Note 7 disaster

The Wall Street Journal reports, that the development of the Galaxy S8 has been delayed by two weeks because the root cause of the burning batteries in the Galaxy Note 7 has not been identified yet.

Alexander Fagot, 24 Oct 2016 14:40

More and more airline will ban transportation of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7.

Airlines worldwide have started to ban the Samsung Galaxy Note 7

Just one day after the emergency order of the DOT, airlines all over the world released similar statements, effectively banning the Galaxy Note 7 from being transported on any of their planes.

Alexander Fagot, 16 Oct 2016 21:27

The DOT bans all Galaxy Note 7 models from US airplanes starting today.

DOT bans Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from airplanes in the US

Some people might still want to use their Samsung Galaxy Note 7 even though it has officially been recalled and ditched by Samsung. Starting today, the DOT has banned it from being transported on US airplanes.

Alexander Fagot, 15 Oct 2016 19:38

HP: Additional lay-offs until 2019

HP: Additional lay-offs until 2019

One year after the split-up of the company, HP announces additional job-cuts, that will take place over the course of the next three years. The additional lay-offs mean that 14 % of all jobs at HP In. will be cut.

Benjamin Herzig, 14 Oct 2016 15:37

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Desaster: Third quarter profit slashed by a third

Samsung Galaxy Note 7: Third quarter profit slashed by a third

Samsung expects Galaxy Note 7 discontinuation will wipe operating profit over the next six month. Samsung Electronics plans to normalize its mobile business by expanding sales of flagship models such as the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7...

Ronald Matta, 14 Oct 2016 10:00

The grey bar at the top of the screen is one way to tell if your iPhone 6 suffers from "Touch Disease".

Apple iPhone 6 "Touch Disease": More law firms join class action lawsuit

Three lawfirms have joined the class action lawsuit against Apple regarding the "Touch Disease" issues on many iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus-models from 2014.

Alexander Fagot, 12 Oct 2016 18:55

Samsung warns users about using the Galaxy Note 7 and stops worldwide sales.

Sales of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 have been stopped

Samsung issued a statemen, warning users about using the Galaxy Note 7 and asking all retail partners and carriers to stop selling it. This comes just one day after Samsung stopped production of the Galaxy Note 7.

Alexander Fagot, 11 Oct 2016 08:38

Even the new Samsung Galaxy Note 7 units seem to be unfit for general use.

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 units still exploding: Stop using them!

Last week has been a disastrous one for Samsung and its current flagship the Galaxy Note 7. Even the new model that was said to be safe to use, exploded in five cases and caused injuries. Tech magazines recommend to stop using the...

Alexander Fagot, 09 Oct 2016 23:01

The BlackBerry Priv, presumably the last BlackBerry-developed smartphone

BlackBerry: All internal hardware-development ceases

Because of the continuing failure produce any profit, BlackBerry is ceasing all internal hardware-development. All future BlackBerry hardware will be engineered by partners, BlackBerry is going to concentrate on software and secur...

Benjamin Herzig, 28 Sep 2016 14:27

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Recall: Almost 60 percent swapped

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Recall: Almost 60 percent swapped

Samsung says it has got back almost 60 percent of recalled Galaxy Note 7 smartphones sold in Europe so far, suggesting Samsung is making progress in its attempts to echange all faulty Galaxy Note 7 smartphones.

Ronald Matta, 27 Sep 2016 18:38

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Replacement: Many choosing to stick with Note 7

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Replacement: Many choosing to stick with Note 7

On September 2, Samsung announced a global replacement program for the Galaxy Note 7 smartphone due to an battery cell issue. Since then, the company has been working hard to expedite product shipments for the exchange program.

Ronald Matta, 27 Sep 2016 11:22

Is your new iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus making weird noises under heavy load?

Apple iPhone 7: Does yours also make hissing sounds under heavy load?

Early buyers report, that their new iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are making weird hissing sounds when the phone is under heavy load. The sound apparently originates from the back of the phone but not every iPhone 7 seems to suffer f...

Alexander Fagot, 19 Sep 2016 07:52

The haptic engine simulates a key press but only if the home button had skin contact.

Apple iPhone 7: The new Home button needs skin contact

The all new and improved Home button on the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus might be less than perfect on a cold day. It seems like it may need skin contact in order to work, according to a bunch of Twitter posts by early users.

Alexander Fagot, 19 Sep 2016 07:34

Using Apple Plugs, you can upgrade your old iPhone to an iPhone 7.

This is how the internet is making fun of Apple's iPhone 7 and their AirPods

The courage that Apple showed stripping the iPhone from its headphone jack is being put to a test every day now, with artists and comedians all over the world making fun of Apple, the iPhone 7 and their newest wireless earpods, th...

Alexander Fagot, 10 Sep 2016 23:01

Is the Hasselblad lens really that much worse than the onboard camera on the Moto Z?

Lenovo True Zoom-Moto Z-MotoMod: Snazzy Labs hates it!

Just a few hours after Lenovo and Hasselblad unveiled their True Zoom MotoMod for the Moto Z series of smartphones, the first hands on videos appeared all over the internet. One in particular stands out because of its rather harsh...

Alexander Fagot, 01 Sep 2016 15:10

The grey bar at the top and failing touch screens could lead to a class-action lawsuit against Apple.

Apple: iPhone 6 owners sue company because of "Touch Disease"

Apple might need to face a nationwide class-action lawsuit due to its lack of proper response to the "Touch Disease" problem on some of its iPhone 6 models from 2014.

Alexander Fagot, 31 Aug 2016 10:14

Some Kindle users have trouble connecting their device to a PC running Windows 10. (Photo: Amazon)

Windows 10: Amazon Kindle can cause blue screen

With the Anniversary Update, Microsoft has also created some new problems: Amazon's e-reader Kindle is experiencing problems with Windows 10.

Florian Wimmer, 27 Aug 2016 16:16

Touch disease is most likely a late effect of Bendgate.

Late bendgate effects: Is Apple ignoring dying touchscreens on the iPhone 6?

iPhone 6 users are complaining about touchscreen problems on their two year old iPhones. Is Apple ignoring a structural problem with their first iPhone 6 design?

Alexander Fagot, 25 Aug 2016 12:19

Initial Galaxy Note 7 torture tests show difficult serviceability and poorer scratch resistance

Initial Galaxy Note 7 torture tests show difficult serviceability and poorer scratch resistance

First iFixit teardown claims the phablet to be just slightly easier to repair than the Galaxy S7 Edge while informal scratch and drop tests show disadvantages of the new Gorilla Glass 5 case.

Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 22 Aug 2016 03:40

DigiTimes already spelling doom for Xiaomi and Huawei notebooks

DigiTimes already spelling doom for Xiaomi and Huawei notebooks

Shipments and sales forecasts have declined drastically for the Chinese manufacturers according to suppliers close to the Taiwanese source.

Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngo, 03 Aug 2016 09:40

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

Battery report of an affected unit (Source: Kridsada Thanabulpong)

Users claiming battery issues with aging Surface Pro 3 tablets

Some Surface Pro 3 units equipped with internal batteries provided by Simplo appear to be discharging unusually fast. Microsoft has yet to announce anything formal about the user complaints.

Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngore, 24 Jul 2016 09:00

'ThinkPwn' UEFI bug discovered on a wide range of notebooks

'ThinkPwn' UEFI bug discovered on a wide range of notebooks

Lenovo has released a list of affected models, but the bug has been reportedly verified on notebooks and motherboards from other manufacturers as well.

Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngo, 14 Jul 2016 04:57

LG G5 sales are purportedly not meeting expectations

LG G5 sales are purportedly not meeting expectations

Sales of the G5 are now expected to reach 2.2 million by the end of Q2 2016 down from a previous estimation of 3 million.

Benjamin Herzig/ Allen Ngo, 06 Jul 2016 21:41

Microsoft reimburses travel agency for forced Windows 10 update damages

Microsoft reimburses travel agency for forced Windows 10 update damages

California company sues Microsoft for rendering its systems almost inoperable only to be awarded new equipment and lost revenue by the Redmond company to avoid steep court fees.

Alexander Fagot/ Allen Ngo, 01 Jul 2016 02:01

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Android phablet facing Marshmallow update-related problems

Android Marshmallow update causes problems to multiple Galaxy devices

Users of devices like the Galaxy S7 or Galaxy Note 5 cannot access their devices after updating to Marshmallow as both the old passwords and stored fingerprints are not working.

Codrut Nistor, 08 Jun 2016 11:25

Lenovo IdeaPad Y700-15ACZ Notebook Review

74% Lenovo IdeaPad Y700-15ACZ Notebook Review

Badly designed. Even though it might not be the fault of the processor manufacturer, AMD-based notebooks do not have the best reputation. The reviewed model of the new Lenovo Y700 confirms this statement. The alleged gaming notebook is hardly suitable for gaming, although the performance should be sufficient in theory.
AMD FX-8800P | AMD Radeon R9 M385X | 15.60" | 2.7 kg

Sven Kloevekorn, 03 Feb 2016 08:36

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