The application of fingerprint identity technology, aka the TouchID, on the iPhone 5S has people guessing what security features Apple will be implementing for its next smartphone release. This iPhone 6 concept design video suggests a retinal scanner.
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Valve’s SteamOS enters beta, now downloadable
SteamOS—Valve’s invasion into the gamer’s living room—has entered beta phase and is now available for download. The installer of this new Linux-based operating system is close to 1GB in size and can be tested for free.
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Instagram Direct introduces private sharing of photos, videos
Acknowledging that some moments in our lives are meant to be shared just with friends (and not the entire public), Instagram has released a new app feature for private sharing. With Instagram Direct, only a few people you select can access private photos and videos, instead of all your followers.
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O+ 8.16 Review
O+ USA finally took the huge step forward in introducing huge phablets to their avid fans with the release of the O+ 8.16. Check out our full review of this device to know if it’s worth your hard earned money.
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MediaTek to unveil octa-core MT6595 chipset with LTE support in January
With 4G LTE rapidly spreading especially in China and across the globe, MediaTek is planning to officially announce in January a new octa-core chip with 4G connectivity: the MT6595.
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World of Cheese: App Overview and Game Review
Alda Games has released a new game for puzzle junkies: World of Cheese. It’s all about finding that golden food for the mouse, but the deed isn’t easy as it sounds.
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Dell Chromebook 11 is company’s first laptop to run on Chrome OS
The power of Chrome OS is slowly getting recognized by more PC vendors, with Dell being the latest to deliver a new device running on Google’s browser-based operating system. Intended for the education market, the Dell Chromebook 11 is an inexpensive laptop that’s priced just under $300.
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Asus PadFone mini: a 4.3-inch smartphone with a 7-inch tablet station
Asus recently announced the PadFone mini, its latest addition to its unique series of smartphones that come with a companion tablet dock.
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LG G Pad 8.3 Google Play Edition: Android 4.4 KitKat, Snapdragon 600, 1920×1200, $349.99
The first Google Play Edition slate has been unveiled, and it’s the LG G Pad 8.3. As with the “Google-ized” Xperia Z Ultra, this tablet replaces its older Android OS with the new 4.4 KitKat.
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Nokia Lumia 625 Review
Not too long ago, I said that the Nokia Lumia 1020 is one of those few WP8 devices that make sense in purchasing if you can swallow the price. I personally use a Nokia Lumia 620, and while I do like the device, I really could no longer ignore my dislike for small screens (aside […]
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Xperia Z Ultra Google Play Edition: Android KitKat, 6.44-inch Triluminous LCD, Snapdragon 800, $649
Two new devices have been unveiled in the Google Play Store, one of which is the Xperia Z Ultra Google Play Edition. It pretty much bears the design that’s reminiscent of Sony smartphones, but now running a pure Android 4.4 KitKat experience.
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GTA San Andreas Now Available for iOS, Android and WP8 For Next Week [UPDATED]
Rockstar Games have been one of the most ardent supporters of smartphone gaming, having ported many of their high-profile games, like Max Payne and the first two Grand Theft Auto games.
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Viber Out now available worldwide, lets all users call anyone
What once started as a gesture of goodwill to the storm-stricken Filipinos is now available on a global scale. Viber Out, a way for Viber users to call anyone (even those who don’t use the VoIP service), is now enabled for the app’s 200 million users worldwide.
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Cherry Mobile Sonic 2.0: Quad-core, 4.2 Jelly Bean, dual SIM, 4-inch display, Php3,999
Cherry Mobile Sonic 2.0 will be arriving in local stores within the week. For Php3,999, it’s an entry-level Android smartphone with dual-SIM configuration (with dual standby) and quad-core computing on a 4-inch display.
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Acer Aspire Z3-600: portable AIO PC with 21.5-inch full HD display, Windows 8, quad-core Intel processor
The traditional form factors of computers continue to lose their appeal to consumers, hence the need for companies to churn out new devices with modern designs. The Acer Aspire Z3-600, for instance, is a so-called tabletop PC that can act as a desktop but can also be a portable tablet.