Acer has introduced Chromebox CX 12, the desktop PC running Chrome OS at the ongoing Computex 2015. The Chromebox CX 12 is the successor to the Chromebox CX1 that was announced last year.
Google Maps now show real time public transit updates
Google is bringing a new update to Maps that will further enhance its public transit information. Maps is getting real time data update for U.K., Netherlands, Budapest, Chicago, San Francisco, and Seattle.
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Asus introduces new Zenfone 2 variants with Snapdragon 615 and 410 SoCs
Asus already has several variants of the Zenfone 2. At the Computex 2015 the company has silently introduced 6-inch Zenfone 2 (ZE600KL), 5-inch Zenfone 2 (ZE500KL) and 5.5-inch Zenfone 2 (ZE550KL) with Qualcomm Snapdragon SoCs instead of Intel SoCs. Even the Zenfone Selfie that was officially announced at the Computex has a Snapdragon 615 processor. Continue reading “Asus introduces new Zenfone 2 variants with Snapdragon 615 and 410 SoCs”
Android M to bring vastly improved SD card support
A pet peeve of practically every Android smartphone user has been the amount of free storage available on the handset. Manufacturers are notorious for stuffing bloatware on devices with already limited storage and then skimping out on the SD card slot as well. The Nexus line set this standard for increased software stability but it looks like Google has taken a proper about-turn on their stand. Continue reading “Android M to bring vastly improved SD card support”
PMA and A4WP wireless charging standards combine to offer a single multi-mode solution
While wireless charging has certainly been of interest to consumers, it hasn’t quite kicked off at the level that was expected by smartphone manufacturers. This is partially because of the range of standards on offer that reduce the chances of future compatibility and also confuse consumers. With the merger of PMA and A4WP, this choice is about to get a lot easier. Continue reading “PMA and A4WP wireless charging standards combine to offer a single multi-mode solution”
Xiaomi Mi 16000mAh Power Bank goes on sale in India on June 9th for Rs. 1399
Xiaomi introduced the Mi 16000mAh Power Bank in India last week along with the 5000mAh Slim Power Bank last week. Xiaomi asked their fans to vote for the power bank that they want first. As expected, the 16000mAh power bank won the voting with 83% votes, so it will go on sale in India on June 9th.
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Acer Liquid Leap Active, Leap Fit and Leap Curve wearables now official
Acer has announced three new wearable devices in its Liquid wearable lineup dubbed the Acer Liquid Leap Active, Leap Fit and Leap Curve. The firm had teased these devices in April. Continue reading “Acer Liquid Leap Active, Leap Fit and Leap Curve wearables now official”
Intel NUC Mini PC Unboxing
Intel demonstrated the “Next Unit of Computing”, or simply called NUC back in 2012 with Sandy Bridge processor. It updated the NUC with Broadwell-U, Intel’s 14 nanometer 5th generation processor at the CES 2015 earlier this year. The NUC is a mini PC in a small square box. It has a processor with graphics, wireless connectivity options such as WiFi, Bluetooth and all the necessary ports to connect a monitor and other peripherals. You just have to insert RAM, 2.5″ or M2.SSD manually, install OS of your choice to start using it. Here we have the unboxing of Intel NUC – NUC5i5RYH with a Intel Core i5 processor.
Videocon VA81M with 7-inch display, Dual SIM, 3G and Voice calling launched for Rs. 4900
Videocon has launched the VA81M, a new 7-inch tablet with dual SIM support and voice calling capabilities. It has a 7-inch ( 1024 x 600 pixels) is powered by a 1.3 GHz dual-core processor and runs on Android 4.4 (Kitkat). It has a 2MP rear camera without flash and a VGA front-facing camera and packs a 3000 mAh battery. Continue reading “Videocon VA81M with 7-inch display, Dual SIM, 3G and Voice calling launched for Rs. 4900”
Asus introduces new Chromebox CN62
Asus has launched a new model of Chromebox at the ongoing Computex 2015. The latest model of the Chrome OS-powered Chromebox PC features the latest 5th generation Intel processors.
Asus Transformer Book Flip TP200 convertible with Windows 10, USB Type-C announced
Asus introduced the Transformer Book Flip TP200, its latest Transformer Book convertible at the Computex 2015 along with the Transformer Book T100HA. It has a 360-degree hinge so that you can flex it easily according to your comfort, a reversible USB 3.1 Type-C port and runs on Windows 10 out of the box. It has a 11.6-inch (1366×768) screen, is powered by a either Intel Pentium or Celeron processor and has a scratch-resistant metallic finish. Continue reading “Asus Transformer Book Flip TP200 convertible with Windows 10, USB Type-C announced”
Android Lollipop now on 12.4% devices, KitKat still tops with 39.2%
This month, Google’s Android platform distribution numbers reveal that the total Lollipop adoption has now reached to 12.4 percent, which is an increase of 2.7 percent from last month’s almost 10 percent overall (9.7 percent). Continue reading “Android Lollipop now on 12.4% devices, KitKat still tops with 39.2%”
Intel unveils smarter conference room solution ‘Unite’ at Computex 2015
Intel at Computex 2015 on Tuesday announced a new cost-effective business solution for smart and connected meeting spaces dubbed Intel Unite. Continue reading “Intel unveils smarter conference room solution ‘Unite’ at Computex 2015”
Adobe acquires 3D tech company Mixamo, will integrate it into Photoshop
Adobe has acquired Mixamo, a 3D graphics company for an undisclosed sum. The company will use Mixamo’s 3D technology into Photoshop and Creative Cloud.
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Panasonic Eluga S Mini with 4.7-inch HD display, 5MP front camera launched for Rs. 8990
Panasonic has launched Eluga S Mini, the company’s latest smartphone in the Eluga series and a smaller version of Eluga S that was launched last year. It has a 4.7-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD IPS display, but other features are similar to the Eluga S, including a a 1.4 GHz True Octa-Core processor, Android 4.4 (KitKat), 8-megapixel rear camera with LED flash and a 5-megapixel front-facing camera. Continue reading “Panasonic Eluga S Mini with 4.7-inch HD display, 5MP front camera launched for Rs. 8990”