Google and Asus launched the second-generation Nexus 7 tablet this month. It’s faster than the original, has a higher resolution display, and sports more memory. It’s better in every way, but one: the price. While the original Nexus 7 sold for $199 and up, the new model costs $229 and up. If you don’t need […]
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HP SlateBook x2 convertible tablet now available for $479
The HP SlateBook x2 is an Android tablet that you can use as a laptop when you connect a keyboard dock. Despite the Android operating system, HP is positioning the SlateBook as a PC rather than a mobile device. But it’s priced like a budget laptop. HP is now selling the SlateBook X2 for $479. […]
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Hardkernel ODROID-XU dev board with Exynos 5 Octa chip on the way
Hardkernel offers a line of development boards that are basically tiny computers with ARM-based processors. Up until now, most of the company’s products have been based on the Samsung Exynos 4412 quad-core processor, but it looks like a new model with a Samsung Exynos 5 octa-core chip could be on the way. Update: Yup, it’s […]
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Samsung caught optimizing its phones to score higher on benchmarks (Updated)
It can be tricky figuring out which mobile device to buy. Some get longer battery life than the competition, while others offer more storage, memory, or special features like hands-free operation. But some folks like to get the model with the fastest processor — and it turns out that may be a little harder to […]
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Marvell introduces ARMADA 1500-mini chip (already in Google’s Chromecast)
Google’s $35 Chromecast device features a Marvell 88DE3005 single core processor, which is a less powerful version of the chip used in most Google TV boxes. But if that model number doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue, now chip maker Marvell is giving the processor a new name. Meet the Marvell Armada 1500-mini. Marvell says […]
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Panasonic introduces an Android-powered home phone
Who says smartphones have to be cellular phones? Not Panasonic. The company has just introduced a home phone with a 3.5 inch touchscreen display an Android 4.0 software. The Panasonic KX-PRX120 has all the basic features of an Android phone, but it’s meant for use around the house — not on the go. Panasonic’s phone is […]
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Rumor: Amazon’s next-gen Kindle Fire tablets to sport speedy Snapdragon 800 chips
Amazon will likely unveil its third-generation Kindle Fire tablets this fall. Last year when the company introduced its second-generation models, Amazon made the move to high-definition screens and faster processors, and it’s likely that’ll happen again this year. Earlier this month BGR reported that Amazon’s newest tablets would each get a significant screen upgrade. Now […]
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BeagleBone GamingCape turns BeagleBone Black into a GameBoy (emulator)
The BeagleBone Black is a $45 device that you can use as a computer, hardware prototyping board, or a number of other projects. It’s kind of like a cross between an Arduino and a Raspberri Pi. And it turns out you can use one as the brains of a pretty awesome handheld gaming console. Max […]
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Samsung Galaxy NX pro camera with Android hits the UK (for about $2000)
Samsung’s Galaxy NX is probably the most impressive camera ever to ship with Android as its operating system. It’s a mirrorless camera that can use interchangeable lenses, features a 20.3MP APS-C CMOS sensor, the ability to record 1080p video or shoot continuous photos at up to 8.6 frames per second. The Galaxy NX also features […]
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Deals of the Day (7-30-2013)
Asus makes some of the thinnest, lightest ultrabooks around — and they tend to have decent specs, to boot. Some of the newest models have full HD displays, solid state drives, and other premium specs. Normally those models sell for $900 and up, but right now there are a few different sales on Asus Zenbook […]