Archives For Hardware
Did Microsoft Look at OEM Designs Before Launching Surface?
Analyst Patrick Moorhead claims Microsoft's OEM partners are "enraged" that Microsoft used their inside knowledge of OEM designs to build their new Surface tablet.
How Hardware Missteps Led to the Microsoft Surface (and Why The Tech Needs to be Licensed)
The New York Times describes the "hardware missteps" that led to the new Microsoft Surface. Reinforces my idea that Microsoft should license their Surface technology.
Microsoft Gave Partners a Heads Up on Surface
According to a report from AllThingsD, Microsoft's Surface announcement wasn't a complete surprise for its partners. Steve Ballmer told AllThingsD that Microsoft had tipped off its partners ahead of time, although no time frame was mentioned, so that could have been pho...
Microsoft’s Secret Announcement Succeeds with New Tablets Debuting, But Can it Follow Through?
Well, well, well. You have to give Microsoft credit for attempting to change the game on quite a few fronts. It's secret and mysterious press conference/product debut in Los Angeles has concluded and maybe it is a new beginning for the slow moving, marketing challenged,...
Microsoft Introduces Its Own Tablet Called Surface for both RT and Windows 8
Here's a quick summary post on what Microsoft is announcing today. Those who had their bets on Microsoft announcing that it was going to get into the hardware game and create a branded tablet are winners.
Shipping Now: Apple’s Best Feature on New Hardware
Say what you will about prices, specs, features, etc... the biggest feature Apple makes available is the fact that with much of its new hardware it ships pretty much immediately.
Dual-Screen ASUS Taichi Convertible Tablet Goes Both Ways
Finally a convertible tablet that A) actually converts between slate and laptop modes and B) innovates over all the usual designs - the dual-screen ASUS Taichi.
ASUS 810 and 600 Windows 8 Tablets Debut at Computex
ASUS has shown off Intel-based Windows 8 and ARM-based Windows RT convertibles.
Three New ARMOR Rugged Tablets Deploy, Two Windows and an Android
Rugged tablets are on the march. DRS Technologies is deploying three new models, an update to the Windows 7-based X7, one with the same body running the Android OS, and a good old Windows 7 convertible.
MobileDemand xTablet T7000 Rugged Tablet PC is Gobi 3000 Certified
When it comes to mission critical field work, rugged Tablet PCs capable of running Windows and connecting to mobile networks beat consumer tablets. MobileDemand announced that the rugged xTablet 7000 is Gobi 3000 certified, and capable of connecting to 3G network...
Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Carbon is a Winner
Today Lenovo officially unveiled the X1 Carbon, the world's lightest 14" notebook. Weighing in at three pounds and with a strong dose of creature comforts, the X1 Carbon is the kind of notebook companies that care about their employees should buy. The X1 Carbon is si...
HP Intros EliteBook 2170p, EliteBook Folio for Business Users
HP introduced dozens of new products today including two notebooks built for road warriors. The HP EliteBook 2170p has a small footrprint thanks to an 11.6" display.
Source Claims To Have Seen Apple HDTV With Siri and FaceTime
A source talking to Cult of Mac claims to have seen the rumored Apple HDTV complete with Siri and FaceTime.
LG Windows Phones Put on Hold, For Now
Did you even know that LG Manufactured Windows Phones? When I was checking out the Twitter chatter this morning, I was amazed at the amount of people out there that didn't even realize LG even manufactured a Windows Phone device. I guess most people didn't give Window...
Top 10 iPhone 4S Cases
There are no shortage of iPhone 4S cases and covers, but there are a limited number of awesome iPhone 4S cases. Here are our favorite cases.
LG Lucid Review: Solid 4G LTE Smartphone for First Time Users
The LG Lucid delivers value and performance for first time and budget smartphone buyers in need of a 4G LTE Android phone.
Bulky ASUS Transformer Prime GPS Dongle Pictured
The dongle that will fix the GPS issues on the ASUS Transformer Prime is leaked, uses the keyboard dock connector for better GPS.
Nokia Steps Up Big Time, Admits Trouble and Offers Fix for Lumia 900
As noted yesterday, Nokia Lumia 900 users were experiencing data issues in areas that they should have coverage. There were a couple of temporary fixes posted online to get around these issues.
Intel Studybook Tablet is Ready for Class
The Intel Studybook tablet delivers an e-learning tool to students in over 35 countries with a 7-inch display, rugged frame and educational software.
AT&T Makes Nokia Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II Available For Purchase Online
If you've been waiting for one of the hot new Windows Phone offerings that have been in the works since CES 2012, your wait is over.
Nokia Lumia 900 Ripped Open Already
Every time a new device hits the pavement, there are sites out there that throw one in a blender, rip it open to show the world its innards, and all sorts of other attention-getting tests and processes.
That iPad Battery Indicator Thing is Weird
Most of the controversies about the new iPad (HeatGate, Battery Life, etc...) seem to have become stale news now that days have passed and users are experiencing the device for themselves.
Consumer Reports Does a Back Track on new iPad
I almost expected the headline of this Consumer Reports piece to be, The New iPad is Hot, But Not Like You Think. But that would be too much irony for a Monday morning.
Nokia Lumia 900 or HTC Titan II, Which Will You Buy? [Poll]
Now that we have a date and price for both of AT&T's hot new Windows Phones, the HTC Titan II and the Nokia Lumia 900, which one are you leaning towards? Both phones launch on April 8th and the Titan II will set you back $199.99 on contract, which is not a bad pr...
My Eye Doctor Hates the iPad’s Retina Display
Retina, Retina, Retina. It seems like that's still the one of the big topics about Apple's new iPad. I'm already on record about how I feel about the Retina display.
Smoked by Windows Phone Drama Arises
Over the weekend, there was a bit of drama that took place at a Microsoft Store in Santa Clara. Sahas Katta from Scatter Tech headed down with his Samsung Galaxy Nexus to give the "Take the $1,000 Windows Phone Challenge" a go.
Nokia Lumia 900 News – Sale Date, AT&T Employee Use, & Landing Page
If you are waiting for the Nokia Lumia 900, there are tons of details and rumors popping up. 1st off, Adam posted yesterday that the rumored April 8th date still seems likely.
Consumer Reports States Obvious: new iPad Can Heat Up
Yes, the new iPad runs warmer than the iPad 2. Anyone not know this yet? Well, as expected, Consumer Reports will fill you in if you've had your head in the sand since Friday. CR is out with a report that states what many have already said.
Jaundiced Screens are Here to Stay But Light Leaks on the new iPad Are Not
So, I took a trip to the Apple Store last night to talk about the yellowish tint I've been talking about on the new iPad's Retina display.
NetZero Free 4G (WiMAX) Mobile Broadband Plan vs Verizon, AT&T, Sprint & T-Mobile
NetZero is offering free mobile broadband for a year. Is this deal as good as it looks or should you stick with one of the big 4 carriers?
Thoughts on the new iPad
I've been living with the new iPad since its arrival on Friday. Apple has done it again. But not necessarily in the way you might think I mean.
My new iPad Screen Has Jaundice
The biggest deal about the new iPad is the awesome, outrageous, amazing, beautiful, mesmerizing, pick your adjective, Retina display.
I Am Passionate, But Can’t Use Windows Phone
Two of my friends have faced off recently about Windows Phone with different views so I figured I would chime in as well. Matt Miller, James Kendrick, and I are all friends from the similar background online.
March of the iOS App Updates Begins with Kindle and Evernote
You knew it was coming and it appears it is already beginning. The big feature for the new iPad is the stunning/outrageous/amazing/awesome/astounding/pick your adjective from the early reviews high definition display.
New Apple TVs Arriving a Day Early
Interesting. Apple is known for doing some interesting shuffling with its delivery carriers when it comes to a new product. We've seen all sorts of shenanigans in the past with packages sitting in warehouses just waiting for the official delivery date.
