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Samsung promo video showcases the S Pen of the Galaxy Note 4

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With the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 already under way, the Korean giant released a new promo video starring the phablet. The two-minute long clip focuses on one of the device’s key selling points –its S Pen.

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 features enhanced S Pen. Read more »

Yes, Samsung Gear Live can run Windows 95

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In case you wondered, Samsung Gear Live can boot Microsoft Windows 95. A crafty user managed to install Redmond’s classic desktop OS on the Android Wear smartwatch.

The successful port of Windows 95 was performed using aDosBox. Read more »

HP 10 Plus mid-range Android tablet quietly goes on sale

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HP quietly launched the 10 Plus Android tablet. The 10.1” mid-range slate is already available in the company’s official online store and Amazon for $279.99.

The specs of the Wi-Fi-only HP 10 Plus are in line with its price tag. Read more »

Flipboard is now available for Windows Phone devices

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The popular magazine format app Flipboard is now available for Windows Phone 8.1 devices. The application is currently available to download in the Windows Phone App Store. It will also come pre-loaded on the freshly launched Nokia Lumia 830.

For the time being, Flipboard is available only for Windows Phone smartphones with at least 1GB of RAM. Read more »

Here is Samsung Galaxy Note 4 going through a three-point bending test

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This has been coming for quite some time now. Hot on the heels of the Apple iPhone 6 Plus bending controversy, Samsung released video footage of the Galaxy Note 4 going through the rigors of the now popular three-point bending test, as well as a human weight test.

We already know that the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is built like a tank, so, naturally, its successor has big shoes to fill in. Read more »

Assassins Creed Identity goes official for mobile devices

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Ubisoft took the wraps off Assassin’s Creed Identity for iOS and Android. The latest installment of the popular gaming franchise is currently soft launched on iOS in Australia and New Zealand – worldwide availability is pegged for next year.

Assassin’s Creed Identity offers proper RPG gameplay in Renaissance. Read more »

Next iPad tipped to arrive with gold color option

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According to e a report in Bloomberg, the next iPad model will have a gold color scheme option. Apple’s next full-sized tablet is expected to launch in October.

The upcoming new color scheme is reportedly a move by Apple to boost sales. Read more »

Deck Ultra wireless speaker by Sol Republic and Motorola goes official

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Sol Republic and Motorola announced the Deck Ultra wireless speaker. The audio accessory is a successor to the original Sol Republic Deck speaker that debuted alongside the first Moto X last year.

Compared to its predecessor, the Sol Republic Deck Ultra offers twice as much audio output and battery endurance. Read more »

Pebble gives its smartwatch duo a permanent price cut

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Pebble treated its smartwatch duo to a permanent price reduction. The original Pebble is now priced at $99, while the Pebble Steel costs $199 ($219 with metal band).

In addition to the lower pricing, Pebble introduced new firmware for its wearable devices. Read more »

Oppo is about to introduce a mini VOOC rapid charger

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The Chinese smartphone manufacturer Oppo is about to introduce a mini VOOC rapid charger. The new gadget is likely to debut alongside the Oppo N3 on October 29.

Oppo’s original VOOC charger appeared alongside the Find 7 smartphone. Read more »

HP Stream 11 notebook and Stream 7 tablet with Windows 8.1 go official for $199 and $99

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The previously rumored sub-$200 Windows notebook by HP is now a fact. HP Stream 11 will hit the shelves in November in Orchid Magenta or Horizon Blue with a $199.99 price tag.

HP Stream 11 features Intel Celeron N2840 dual-core CPU with fanless design. Read more »

Adobe Photoshop is coming to Google Chrome OS

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Photoshop is officially coming to Chrome OS. A streaming version of the popular photo editor will be the first Adobe Creative Cloud feature to arrive on Google’s platform.

Photoshop will be available to Adobe education customers with paid Creative Cloud membership. Read more »

Phiaton BT220NC wireless in-ear headphones go official

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The Korean manufacturer of high-end headphones Phiaton took the wraps off the BT220NC wireless in-ear headphones with noise-cancelling tech. The headset will replace the Phiaton PS210BTNC in the company’s product lineup.

Phiaton BT220NC feature large 14.3 audio drivers and active noise cancellation that blocks 95% of ambient background noise. Read more »

Budget-friendly GoPro Hero4 appears in a video review before its debut

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The soon to be revealed GoPro Hero4 got treated to a video review before its official debut. The clip arrived courtesy of the Russian media outlet Rozetked.

The video walkthrough showcases the upcoming budget camera in a dark color scheme. Read more »

A lengthy Samsung Galaxy Note 4 promo video goes live

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Hot on the heels of its recent Galaxy Note 4 commercial, Samsung Mobile USA released another video clip centered on the company’s flagship phablet. The lengthy clip is a departure from the usual promo video format.

The video clip features two friends who try to insert “note” into as many common words as possible (cappuccinote is one coffee-flavored example). Read more »