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CTL launches a $349 Chromebook with support for Sprint’s LTE data network

CTL introduced the NL71 line of small, rugged Chromebooks designed for the education space in January, and now they’re up for pre-order from the CTL website with prices starting at $239. Powered by Intel Gemini Lake Refresh processors, the fanless laptops feature drop-resistant cases, water-resistant keyboards, 180-degree hinges, built-in carrying handles, and a choice of […]

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One Mix 3 Yoga mini laptop almost had LTE support (and future versions might)

When One Netbook first announced plans for an 8.4 inch mini laptop in April, the company promised that the One Mix 3 Yoga would have optional support for a 4G LTE module. But by the time the mini laptop started shipping, that feature was gone… mostly. The One Mix 3 Yoga I reviewed in June doesn’t […]

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Microsoft Surface Go with 4G LTE coming Nov 22nd for $679

With a starting price of $399, the Surface Go is currently the smallest, most affordable tablet in Microsoft’s Surface lineup. But that entry-level model has just 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage. Adding beefier specs increases the price: an 8GB/128GB model sells for $549. And now there’s a new $679 configuration with 8GB/128GB and built-in […]

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Sprint (temporarily) removes biggest pain point for always-connected PCs with free data

Microsoft and its PC-making partners really want “Always Connected PCs” to be a thing. That’s the label Microsoft applies to Windows 10 computers with built-in support for 4G LTE and the ability to receive data even when the system is sleeping. In other words, they’re PCs with smartphone-like features including the ability to receive email […]

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Qualcomm’s new LTE modem supports speeds up to 2 Gbps (theoretically)

Qualcomm says its new Snapdragon X24 LTE cat 20 modem will be the world’s first  to support 4G LTE speeds up to 2 Gbps. That’s twice as fast as wired Gigabit internet currently offered by Verizon FiOS, Google Fiber, or Comcast. At least in theory. In practice, you need a lot more than just a […]

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2nd-gen LG Watch Urbane is first Android Wear device with 4G support

Most smartwatches are designed to pair with your smartphone to display notifications, media controls, and other information on your wrist. But a handful (or wristful) of smartwatches have their own cellular modems, allowing you to use them even when your phone isn’t around. Up until now that’s a feature that hasn’t been available for watches […]