Cheaper LTE smartphones on the way thanks to new Snapdragon chip

From PC World: With the introduction of the Snapdragon 210 chipset, Qualcomm is hoping to push down the cost of LTE smartphones even further.

The last 12 months have seen a growing focus on smartphones that cost below US$200. But while these products are becoming increasingly competent, they are...

Microsoft to get rid of Nokia and Windows Phone brands?

From CNET: Microsoft has already made it clear that it's planning to phase out the Nokia name in its mobile products, and a newly leaked internal document confirms just that. The document, which was obtained by tech blog GeeksOnGadgets, reportedly says upcoming Nokia Lumia devices will soon be...

HTC Preps Nexus 9 With Nvidia K1 64-Bit Denver SoC, Android L Onboard

From DailyTech: HTC Corp. (TPE:2498) released its first -- and only second so far -- branded tablet in May 2011, the 7-inch HTC Flyer. At the time it was soon to become America's top smartphone seller. The tablet packed decent hardware, but the weak state of Google Inc.'s (GOOG) Android 2.3...

Intel preannounces next-gen Basis Peak smartwatch

From PC World: We now know the name of the next generation Basis smartwatch from Intel: the Basis Peak.

Intel wearables chief Mike Bell revealed a teaser image of the next-generation fitness band at the Intel Developer Forum on Tuesday, revealing also that it would ship in November.

At CES 2014...

New Marvell chip takes a stab at ultra HD for TVs

From CNET: Marvell added to the push for ultra-high definition as the next big thing in televisions with a beefed-up version of its Armada 1500 chips, which are used in set-top boxes and smart TVs.

The new Armada 1500 Pro 4K is the chipmaker's first in the line to enable ultra HD, also known as 4K...

Apple Announces Its Smartwatch: The $349 Apple Watch

From DailyTech: All the rumors were true — Apple just today announced its smartwatch, simply called the Apple Watch.

The Apple Watch is incredibly customizable in the form of the bands available, and colors. There are six different bands available including various styles and colors of leather...

Apple Announces 4.7 iPhone 6, 5.5 iPhone 6 Plus

From DailyTech: After numerous leaks (as is the case with impending iPhone launches), the iPhone 6 is finally upon us. And as has been widely reported for the past 6 months, there are two versions of the iPhone that will be available and both of which look exactly like the leaked photos (including...

Lenovo, IBM x86 server strategy gets clarity as acquisition looms

From InfoWorld: With Lenovo expected to close its IBM x86 server business acquisition by year end, a glimpse at the combined server product line has emerged.

Once the deal closes, IBM's System X and Flex servers with x86 chips will fill out Lenovo's high-end product line. Meanwhile, Lenovo's...

Dell creates Virtual Smartphone app for Android, iOS phones

From PC World: For years, businesses and employees alike have wrestled with the problem of bringing personal phones into the workplace. Now, Dell's enterprise team has created a Virtual Smartphone app that provides secure calls, texts, and apps for Android and iOS alike.

The Virtual Smartphone app...

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