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VPNs used to be much more of a niche product however times have changed and while VPNs are something users probably should already be using, recently they have become more important than ever. Whether you are someone who is more concerned about protecting your privacy and your valuable data, or just someone looking to break […]

Word on the street has it that Google is preparing to announce a new Chromebook next month during its now-confirmed October 4 event. While exciting for a number of reasons, one of the most obvious is Google’s own Chromebooks normally come sporting a best in class build quality, user experience, and design. Although, they do […]

OnePlus has this week announced that it is making available a number of its core OxygenOS apps through the Google Play Store. The purpose being to allow users to receive updates to these apps in a more timely fashion and certainly quicker than waiting for larger OTA updates to roll out and be received by […]

According to a recent Google+ post sent out by Googler Elliott Hughes, the ‘Check for update’ button now does more than it did before. To be clear, and as Hughes puts it – it now “actually works.” Android device owners who prefer to be first in line to receive an OTA update will be well-versed […]

Google and YouTube could be preparing to launch a new tiered access level to YouTube which is currently being referred to as ‘YouTube Plus’. This information comes by way of a new teardown of the latest version of the YouTube Android app by Android Police, where the teardown has revealed various references to the YouTube […]

This is the DV8219 box from a Chinese company called Shenzhen SDMC Technology Co., Ltd, otherwise known as SDMC for short. What is important to note about this box is that it recently acquired official Android TV certification, and with it now being a certified Android TV box it is one step closer to becoming […]

This week has seen a new mobile phone from Samsung receiving its certification from the National Radio Research Agency (NRRA) based in South Korea. The model number of the device is SM-G888N0 and this is a model number that has been routinely associated with the Samsung Galaxy X – aka Samsung’s foldable phone. As a […]

The ability to trade-in devices to receive credit against the purchase of a new device has now become available through the Google Store. As a result, those looking to part-exchange against the cost of a Pixel or a Pixel XL, can new do so. This is an extension of what was originally announced as a […]

So Google has purchased HTC. Well not really but that is what many had been expecting to happen with speculation on the topic running riot just a matter of days, even hours, ago. Instead, the announcement that did come through seemed tame by comparison. One which did not have the venom many had been expecting, […]

If you are in the market for a new charger, then there has never been more options to consider and at such low prices. Whether you are looking for a wired charger, a wireless charger, or even a solar-powered charger, Tomtop has you covered. Qi Fast Charge Wireless Charging Pad This Qi wireless charger is […]

The OUKITEL C8 and the Xiaomi Redmi 4X are two of the newest smartphones to emerge from their respective manufacturers and in many ways are comparable phones. Resulting in some maybe wondering why one is a better purchase than the other. OUKITEL is now looking to provide some answers to that question by drawing on […]

NVIDIA has now announced the release of a more affordable NVIDIA SHIELD 2017 Android TV player, one which costs $179 to buy. This version of the NVIDIA SHIELD is already available to pre-order directly from NVIDIA and is due to become available through additional retailers soon. At present, NVIDIA expects shipping of initial pre-orders to […]

Google and HTC have entered into a “definitive agreement.” Rumors had been circulating that Google was in the process of preparing to acquire HTC’s mobile business and athough that is not quite what has been announced today, what has been confirmed is not too far from that. Google and HTC have both confirmed by way […]

Fresh details regarding the upcoming Huawei Mate 10 Lite as well as the new images shown above and below have now surfaced online. As a result of the image above which seems to be an official render of the device, some of the clear design aspects can be seen and most notably the inclusion of […]

Along with announcing a new Android One variant of the Moto X4, Google has also now announced the availability of a trade-in program for Project Fi. In short, if you own a Nexus device (or a number of other select devices) and would now like to trade it in and use its value as a […]

The US version of the Moto X4 will be one of the first devices to receive its update to Android P. While Android P is still sometime away (considering Android 8.0 Oreo has only just launched), Google today confirmed the Moto X4 will be one of the first phones in line to receive the update […]

Earlier today during the company’s San Francisco event, Nest introduced a number of new products designed to offer better protection for the home. Of the new products, one of the most interesting was the Nest Hello as in spite of this being just a doorbell, it is also a smart doorbell, and one that comes with […]

As part of a Nest event which took place today in San Francisco, Nest announced the introduction of a new security system for the home, Nest Secure. In addition to that main home-focused security product Nest also announced a new doorbell. Of course with this being a Nest doorbell, it is no ordinary doorbell, but […]

Google has today not only announced that the new Moto X4 is compatible with Google’s Project Fi service, but also that it will soon be available to pre-order through Project Fi priced at $399 and in two colors, Super Black and Sterling Blue. In announcing the upcoming arrival of the Moto X4 Google notes this is […]

Two new renders have now emerged online which are said to be official renders of the upcoming Pixel XL 2. In fact, the information, which comes by way of Droid Life states that these are actually images of the “Pixel 2 XL” – with the suggestion this is how the second-generation Pixel XL will be […]

Google has today announced the launch of a new ‘Startup with Google’ site aimed at providing information and resources to those about to, or in the process of, starting up a business. For the most part, this is more of a centralizing of information and tools into one common place to make it easier for […]

If you are in the market for a new smartphone, then right now there are plenty of deals to be had and on some of the newest handsets to hit the market. For example, Tomtop is now taking pre-orders on a number of new smartphones including the OUKITEL K10000 Max, the DOOGEE S60, and the […]

Choosing the right smartphone case is as important as choosing the right smartphone. As different cases do offer different benefits and employ different design points which can result in a different smartphone experience altogether. For those in the market for a case for the newly-launched Galaxy Note 8, well-known electronics accessories brand Caseology currently has […]

This week Pinterest announced that it now has 200 million people using its service every month. A monthly active user number that Pinterest states is almost 40-percent higher than it was a year ago. Suggesting that the rate of growth of Pinterest is now starting to increase significantly compared to previously years. As part of […]

DeviceAtlas recently released its latest report (Mobile Web Intelligence Report August 2017) detailing the current breakdown of a number of Android smartphone-related hardware characteristics. Such as how the market is currently constructed based on the widespread usage of SoCs, GPUs, RAM, screen size, and more. For reference, the figures listed here are based on device […]

Moto Voice is currently in the process of receiving an update, one which brings with it language support for speakers of UK (or British) English and German. As a result, users in England (or any other country that uses the British version of English) and German will be able to make use of Moto Voice […]

So Apple announced a new version of its Apple TV this week. Apple TV 4K. If the name does not give it away, then to sum up this new box – it is the same Apple TV as before but now with 4K (and HDR) support. Which is fairly revealing in itself. As there are […]

For the asking price, a solid set of sports-focused Bluetooth headphones Finding a solid pair of headphones at an affordable price is more often than not, a tall order. Mpow, is a company who does focus on affordable audio solutions and has already brought to market a number of Bluetooth headphones, speakers, and other audio-related […]

Caseology is a well-known electronic accessories brand and one which offers multiple options for smartphone protection, for all of the top selling smartphone brands and models. Including the Galaxy Note 8 from Samsung. Not only is the Galaxy Note 8 the latest phone from Samsung, but it also happens to be one of the most […]

Billaway has today announced a new partnership with AT&T which looks to offer AT&T mobile customers the opportunity to increase the amount of 4G LTE data available to them. This is being made possible through the launch of a new app now on the Google Play Store, also called Billaway. In short, AT&T customers who […]

If you are in the market for a tech bargain, then it looks like Tomtop has you covered. As the online retailer has now dropped the price on a number of products, ranging from smartphones to a barcode scanning ring. Some of these price drops are part of limited time flash sales, while others can […]

Apple vs Google. iOS vs Android. These are mainstay debate topics within the tech world and for good reason. Apple and Google are after all, two of the biggest tech entities on the planet. iOS and Android are after all, the two biggest mobile operating systems on the planet. In many ways, the only mobile […]

Sprint has today announced that starting from tomorrow (September 14), interested consumers will be able to pick up the Essential PH-1 (also known as the Essential Phone) from its stores, in addition to through the carrier’s website. This will mark the start of a much wider availability of the Essential PH-1, as up until now […]

The Google Pixel and the Pixel XL are good phones. In fact, they are really solid phones. However, that is largely to do with the software experience they offer. This is Android as Google intended, albeit with a few additional tweaks to give the Pixel phones a little more individual character and flavor. Which is […]

This week saw Netflix launch its latest ‘uncarrier’ move by essentially making Netflix free to its users. On the face of it, this is a great deal. However, that is the power of good marketing and something T-Mobile has become highly competent in of late. For example, T-Mobile loves to put-down AT&T and Verizon at […]

GSMA released its North American Mobile Economy 2017 report today highlighting the strength of the US mobile market, and how that strength is likely to not only continue, but strengthen even more going forward. In particular, GSMA notes that 5G expansion is going to occur very quickly in the US. With the report suggesting that […]

AT&T has today announced that customers on any Unlimited Choice plan will soon be able to take advantage of free HBO access at no extra cost. This is a fairly significant move for AT&T as it now sees customers of its lower-tiered unlimited plans able to reap the benefits of a feature that was primary […]

A unknown Sony device sporting a ‘H4233’ model number has now shown up on GFXBench. As per the details provided by the listing, the Sony H4233 is a device that comes equipped with a 6-inch display along with a 1920 x 1080 resolution. Inside, the Sony H4233 is listed as featuring 4GB RAM (listed as […]

Radiius has today launched a new product called ‘Bee’ on Indiegogo. This is yet another device which is designed to assist consumers in paying for goods via a digital device. Although compared to those other solutions, Radiius is positioning Bee as “the world’s smallest, biometrics enabled digital wearable wallet.” Making this a product which could […]

The DOOGEE MIX is a relatively new phone by all accounts, as it did only became available to buy within the last few months. However, DOOGEE has now confirmed that it already has the next-generation device on the way, the DOOGEE MIX 2. While also confirming that like a number of popular smartphones in 2017, […]

When it comes to choosing a smartphone, size often plays a role in the decision-making process. After all, the right smartphone for someone is usually the one which is not too big that it cannot be held, and not too small that it negatively impacts on performance. Although the rugged phone market is no different […]

If you are in need of some new tech products, then it looks like quite a few popular options are now seeing a price drop on Tomtop. As a result, and whether you are looking for a new smartphone, to upgrade your GPU, a power bank, or a new bicycle tracking device, there are some […]

The OUKITEL K3 is not only one of the newest smartphones to come from OUKITEL, but also one designed to offer extensive levels of battery life. After all, the OUKITEL K3 comes loaded with a 6,000 mAh battery. To further highlight just how extensive the battery life on offer with the OUKITEL K3 is, OUKITEL […]

The Meiigoo S8 has now been announced and along with that introduction comes confirmation of the full specs on offer with this smartphone. What is likely to be one of the main points to note is that this is a device that follows in the footsteps of a number of high profile 2017 smartphones by […]

With a new version of Android, comes a new Android Compatibility Definition Document (CDD) and with Android 8.0 (Oreo) having now arrived, so has the latest CDD. As to be expected, there are a number of changes from previous document versions, and one of the most recent to be noted relates directly to the use […]

IDC has now released its latest data findings which look to not only shed light on the current number of AR and VR headsets shipped within the second-quarter of 2017, but also on how the main manufacturers behind the latest AR and VR headset technology compare against each other. In particular, the figures detail that […]

The Huawei Mate 10 and the Mate 10 Pro are expected to be officially unveiled on October 16. However, these phones have been the subject of a number of leaks and rumors already. The latest of which has now arrived via a new report out of VentureBeat, which not only looks to reconfirm the codenames, […]

Here is something you don’t see often. An Android TV-powered TV which comes with a whopping 100-inch screen. Unfortunately, if you are liking the idea of this TV in your home, then there are next-to-no details on when, or even if, this one will become available. In fact, there is a pretty good chance this […]

According to a new rumor developing on Weibo, Huawei is preparing to release a new smartphone which is currently going by the “Rhone” codename. While there is not much to go on here, the one clear suggestion being made is that this smartphone will sport a dual rear camera setup. While that might not seem […]

Ulefone has now confirmed it has a new smartphone in the works, one which is currently being referred to as the ‘Ulefone MIX’. While the details on this new phone are pretty limited at the moment, Ulefone has revealed two specific features which make this a smartphone that is very much on trend in 2017. […]

Urban Armor Gear, otherwise known as UAG, has announced the launch of a new protective case for tablets. What makes this case a little different to other tablet cases, it that this is a case which can be adjusted to accommodate different sized tablets. A feature available due to the tablet’s inclusion of an exoskeleton […]

With IFA 2017 having now come and gone, there has been a few new smartphones announced. Although, these are only smartphones that are confirmed as on their way and not ones that are now available to buy. While some may want to hold out for those new arrivals, for those looking for a smartphone to […]

Spotify announced today that it is now offering students the option to combine its service along with Hulu in one easy-to-manage subscription package. That is not all however, as in addition to paying for both services together, the cost of the package has been significantly reduced compared to what the two services would cost if […]

If you are in the market for some new tech products, Tomtop has you covered. As this online retailer not only offers a wide range of different tech-related devices, but does so with a number of deals and price drops in place. For example, right now savings can be had on a selection of new […]

Soundcast has today announced the introduction of four new audio products, the Soundcast VG10, the VG3, the VG5, and the VGtx. Of the new products the VG10 is the most-notably device, as while there are already DTS Play-Fi-enabled speakers available to buy, as well as a range of portable speakers on the market, Soundcast notes […]

When it comes to smartphone audio, things are changing. Nowadays, and thanks to the influx of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi-enabled speakers, connecting a smartphone to an external audio source has never been easier. No wires needed and thanks to the wealth of streaming and playback options now available, audio source devices (beyond your smartphone) are no […]

When it comes to gaming on mobile, there has always been somewhat of an understanding that the better the phone, the better the gaming experience. While this remains true for the most part, more affordable phones have now started to offer greater spec value for money. Resulting in more affordable phones offering an improved level […]

Tech companies such as Amazon and Google could be liable for increased taxes in European countries in the future. As it seems EU finance ministers are now preparing to reevaluate the current rules that dictate how liable companies are, and the relative rate of taxes owed by those companies, when operating in the EU. This […]

Android 8.0 (Oreo) is now officially here and owners of various Google-affiliated devices are already able to download and install the update. For the rest of the Android world, it will be a matter of waiting for manufacturers and carriers to periodically release the Android Oreo update to their devices. As with any upgrade, Oreo […]

The Elephone S8 is the latest smartphone to come through from Elephone and one that has now become available to pre-order online, and through the likes of GearBest. However, prior to the time when units commence shipping out to those who pre-ordered first, Elephone has released a new video which looks to showcase the unboxing […]