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Deals for June 18: Toshiba Satellite P50 Core i5 “Haswell” Laptop $700

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:31 +0000

Time to upgrade that laptop, smartphone, or other tech toy for something better without spending an arm and a leg? You’ve come to the right place! Our Top Deal of the Day is the Toshiba Satellite P50 Core i5 “Haswell” Laptop for $700. This laptop normally runs for $929.99, so you’re getting quite a nice deal for this powerful machine and it also comes with free shipping! Looking to upgrade your smartphone? Well, AT&T is offering up the LG Optimus G Pro for only $99 on a new two-year contract! This phablet device rocks a 5.5 inch HD display and just about any feature you’d want to see in a high-end smartphone of its kind. Need more great deals? Read on! Top Deal 15.6″ Toshiba Satellite P50-ABT2N22 4th Gen “Haswell” Core i5 Laptop w/8GB RAM, 750GB HDD for $699.99 with free shipping (normally $929.99). Mobile Phones Price drop! LG Optimus G Pro 5.5″ LTE Smartphone [AT&T] for $99.99 with free shipping (contract required, normally $199.99). Google Nexus 4 16GB Smartphone [T-Mobile] for $19.99 and free shipping (no contract, monthly phone payments required) New! Samsung Galaxy S III [Virgin Mobile] for $399.99 with free shipping (no contract required). Laptops 14″ Toshiba Satellite U945-ST4N01 Core i3 ULV Ultrabook w/6GB RAM, 532GB HDD+SSD for $599.99 with free shipping (normally $729.99). 15.6″ Toshiba Satellite C850-BT3N11 Dual-core Laptop w/Win 8, 4GB RAM for $299.99 with $24.99 shipping (normally $499.99 – use coupon code CLRC850). Dell XPS 12 Core i5 Convertible 1080p Touchscreen Tablet w/ Windows 8 for $999.99 with free shipping (normally $1,199.99 – use coupon code KD8T76PX1RR$T1). Tablets Nexus 7 32GB Android 4.2 Tablet for $229 with free shipping (normally $249.99). Electonics and Peripherals Samsung 40″ 120Hz LED Smart TV + $125 Gift Card for $529.99 with free shipping (normally $679.99 without the gift card). Webroot SecureAnywhere Complete 2013 (5 User) for $29.99 with free shipping (normally $79.99). Accessories and Fun Stuff Ends Tonight! Veho Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit for $34.99 with free shipping (normally $79.99). The North Face Men’s Apex Bionic Jacket for $91.99 with free shipping (normally $149). Deals for June 18: Toshiba Satellite P50 Core i5 “Haswell” Laptop $700 originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T19:44:02Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Vine For iOS Updated, Brings New Share Button And Bugfixes

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:30 +0000

Twitter has updated the Vine app for iOS, bringing with it bugfixes and interface improvements. The Vine update adds a share button underneath posts on a users feed, allowing Vine makers to share their video clips easier than ever. Description Vine is the best way to see and share life in motion. Create short, beautiful, looping videos in a simple and fun way for your friends and family to see. Unlimited uploads and free Instantly post videos on Vine, then share to Twitter and Facebook (more coming soon!) Find, follow, and interact with people close to you Explore trending posts, featured hashtags and editor’s picks And so much more What’s New in Version 1.1.3 This update adds a new share button underneath posts on your feed, along with other interface improvements and bug fixes. If you’re not a Vine user yet, head over to the iTunes App store to download Vine for free. [Via: iTunes] Vine For iOS Updated, Brings New Share Button And Bugfixes originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T20:13:55Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Former HTC Execs Start Kazam, A New Phone Manufacturer

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:29 +0000

Two former HTC executives are launching their own smartphone manufacturing company, Kazam, according to a report from CNET. Micheal Coombes, former head of U.K. sales for HTC and James Atkins, former U.K. marketing head for HTC are launching Kazam, and will develop smartphones that offer “stunning design, robust hardware, and intuitive technology, underpinned with improved customer service.” The company will focus on the European market, and plans on offering continuing support for their products after they are purchased. “There is a real opportunity for a new mobile brand to disrupt the status quo. We are passionate about delivering a truly positive mobile experience that doesn’t just stop once you’ve bought the phone.” – James Atkins, chief marketing officer of Kazam The former HTC execs will take the helm of Kazam, with Coombes taking the position of CEO and Atkins serving as chief marketing officer. The company has not announced any carrier markets or when devices will start hitting store shelves, or what kind of specs or mobile OS they will be using. Android is presumed to be the OS of choice, but only time will tell what Kazam has in store. [Via: CNET] Former HTC Execs Start Kazam, A New Phone Manufacturer originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T21:07:43Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Huawei Unveils The Ascend P6, “World’s Slimmest Smartphone”

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:28 +0000

Huawei has unveiled the “world’s slimmest smartphone” today in London, the Ascend P6. The Ascend P6 comes in with a depth of 6.18 mm, and runs on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. The Huawei Ascend P6 comes with a 1.5GHz quad-core processor, a 4.7-inch HD display, a 5MP front-facing camera, an 8MP rear-facing shooter and a 2000 mAh battery. The device also boasts “Magic Touch” technology, which improves screen responsiveness while wearing gloves. The Ascend P6 will be available in black, white and pink colors, alongside matching color cases. The Ascend P6 will start shipping in China in June, followed by Western Europe in July. Press release follows below. Elegant and edgy, the new HUAWEI Ascend P6 is the world’s slimmest smartphone [London, United Kingdom, June 18, 2013]: Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, today unveiled the HUAWEI Ascend P6, the world’s slimmest smartphone measuring 6.18mm. The smartphone features a 1.5GHz quad-core processor and a sleek metallic body. With its 4.7-inch high definition in-cell display, industry-leading 5MP front-facing camera, and outstanding software, the HUAWEI Ascend P6 is the embodiment of elegance with an edge. “The HUAWEI Ascend P6 is a star among smartphones with its industry-leading design, high-quality camera, and intuitive user interface, Huawei’s proprietary Emotion UI,” said Richard Yu, Chief Executive Officer, Huawei Consumer Business Group. “Building on the success of our Ascend P series of fashion smartphones, the HUAWEI Ascend P6 provides unsurpassed technology and a design that is simply stunning.” HUAWEI Ascend P6 is ultra slim at 6.18mm and weighs just about 120g. While it is small enough to slip into the tiniest of pockets or clutch bags, the stylish HUAWEI Ascend P6 is designed to be seen and coveted! It features a 1.5GHz quad-core processor, Android 4.2.2 operating system, 2000mAh battery, 4.7-inch HD in-cell LCD screen technology, and ‘MagicTouch’ for enhanced screen responsiveness even when wearing gloves. As the flagship smartphone of the Huawei Ascend P series, the HUAWEI Ascend P6 embodies a cutting edge design for the fashion conscious. The smartphone’s brushed metallic look with a naturally curved base is both elegant and intuitive. Impossibly beautiful, the Ascend P6 balances fashionable features and user-friendly functions. Perfect for ‘selfies’, the HUAWEI Ascend P6’s industry-leading 5MP front-facing camera and auto facial-enhancing capabilities create model-gorgeous shots you’ll want to share. Its 8MP rear-facing BSI camera with F2.0 aperture and 4cm macro view also enables 1080P full HD video recording and playback. With Huawei’s proprietary IMAGESmart software, the HUAWEI Ascend P6 turns even the most novice photographer into a professional, with contrast and color enhancement, auto scene recognition, object tracing focus, and instant facial beauty support. The HUAWEI Ascend P6 is even more intuitive and able to be customized with Huawei’s Emotion UI. Inspired by people, for device users worldwide, Huawei has gathered input from over 5 million consumers to help us optimize the latest version of Emotion UI. The proprietary user interface includes updates to Uni-Home including enhanced security, Huawei’s Me Widget, MagicTouch, and SmartReading. New to Huawei’s Emotion UI are the panoramic shoot and facial recognition photography functions. Huawei’s unique Automated Discontinuous Reception (ADRX) and Quick Power Control (QPC) battery optimization and power saving technology improves performance by more than 30%, compared with smartphone batteries of equal size. With its multi-screen AirSharing capability, you can connect to a range of devices to boost your productivity at work or play by easily sharing documents or enhance your gaming experience with minimal lag time. The HUAWEI Ascend P6 is available in black, white and pink with matching color cases. It will begin shipping to China from June and to Western Europe from July through Vodafone, Telefonica, Orange, H3G, O2, Carphone Warehouse, TalkTalk, Media Markt & Saturn, TIM and online via Amazon and CDiscount with other markets to follow. [Via: Huawei] Huawei Unveils The Ascend P6, “World’s Slimmest Smartphone” originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T22:01:56Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Will the Droid Rise Again? UPDATED

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:27 +0000

UPDATE: It’s an augmented reality game, check out the video here. The official promotional Twitter account of the Droid line, @DroidLanding, sputtered to life today. It put out its first tweet in nearly 2 years, giving rise to speculation about new Droid devices. The tweet indicates something new coming down the pipeline, but doesn’t say what. Reactivation protocols initiated ::: Systems nearing operational status ::: Stand by for further instructions… — DroidLanding (@DroidLanding) June 18, 2013 @DroidLanding is the Twitter account behind multiple Droid centric teasers, scavenger hunts and contests over the years. But its been dark since tweeting about the Droid RAZR back in November, 2011. The teaser tweet hints at something. But what? Is it a new Droid phone from Verizon? If so, will it be coming from Motorola? Acknowledging that we know little to nothing now, it’s still an interesting line of speculation. The Droid line began back in 2009 with the original Motorola Droid (ah, the old A855), Verizon’s first major competitor to the iPhone and a product of a partnership between Verizon and Google. While lots of phones have had the Droid name, the Motorola Droid phones have generally been on the high-end and a showcase for Motorola, Verizon and Android. With the “X Phone“ appearing to be aimed at the mid range, it seems unlikely to receive Droid branding. So what could this new tweet mean? We’ll just have to “standby for further instructions.” UPDATE: @DroidLanding already has a new tweet out, though it doesn’t offer much more info. Augmented Reality imaging matrix is online ::: Scavenge mode detected… — DroidLanding (@DroidLanding) June 18, 2013 So, is it a complete red herring, or does “augmented reality” have anything to do with anything? Maybe this is just a ploy to sell off Verizon’s remaining Droid DNAs. Or maybe it really is something new. We’ll just have to wait and see. Let us know your theory in the comments! [Via: @DroidLanding] Will the Droid Rise Again? UPDATED originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T22:27:21Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Android Powered Gamestick Console Delayed Until August

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:26 +0000

Playjam’s Gamestick console won’t be available in July, as previously planned. The USB sized console’s has been pushed back until mid August, due to a need to gather more feedback related to the GameStick UI before its wide release. The delay was announced in an update on the Gamestick’s Kickstarter page: As a result we have not yet had the feedback that we wanted prior to finalizing the UI and going ahead with mass production. In the spirit of Kickstarter it would be disingenuous of us to cut out this process and not give those backers the opportunity to comment on and help perfect the UI prior to completion. We have therefore taken the decision to push back the whole project by 1 month to ensure we can fit this process in. We appreciate that this will frustrate backers keen to get their hands on their device but we did not feel it was fair to bypass this step as it was a key pledge and the feedback will be really welcome. We now expect to ship product from China during early August and expect it to be with you by the middle of the month, prior to units launching in retail. Much like the Ouya, the Gamestick was originally crowdfunded with a Kickstarter campaign and aims to dominate your living room with affordable, quality Android gaming. Also like the Ouya, Gamestick has handpicked a slate of games, but has no Google Play support. The console itself is hardly larger than a USB stick, but with a HDMI out on the end to install directly into any HDTV. In that little space, Gamestick’s packed a 1.5-GHz dual-core Amlogic 8726-MXS CPU, a dual-core Mali 400 GPU and 1GB of RAM as well as 8GB of flash memory (expandable with a micro SD card). Its bluetooth controller brings the Wii classic controller to mind. It’s a simple, dual stick controller that looks very clean. As an added bonus, the tiny console actually fits inside the controller for maximum portability [Via: Kickstarter] Android Powered Gamestick Console Delayed Until August originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T22:30:12Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Droid Update -It’s A Game, Not A Phone

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:25 +0000

The speculation is over folks! The new thing hinted at by @droidlanding’s tweets appears to be an augmented reality game. Could the game lead players to further Droid revelations? Check out the latest tweet and a video for Droid Combat below. It’s no revitalized Droid, but it’s something. Incoming ::: Nationwide sightings of 50-ft mechanized wARriors under the command of civilians. http://t.co/ALYkN8Kz4t — DroidLanding (@DroidLanding) June 18, 2013 [Via: @DroidLanding] Droid Update -It’s A Game, Not A Phone originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T22:42:49Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Samsung Galaxy Ring Now Available on Virgin Mobile For $179

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:23 +0000

Virgin Mobile is adding another Samsung Galaxy device to it’s pre-paid mobile network today, announcing the availability of the Samsung Galaxy Ring. The new Galaxy device has a 4-inch display and runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, and is available for purchase off contract for $179.99, giving Virgin Mobile customers a more affordable option to the Galaxy S3. The Galaxy Ring is powered by a 1.4GHz processor and has 4GB of internal storage, 1GB of RAM, a 5MP rear-facing camera, a 1.3MP front facing shooter, and a 1,750mAh battery. The device utilizes Virgin Mobile’s 3G network, and has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. While the Galaxy Ring doesn’t have the most impressive specs, it is an affordable and functional option for Virgin Mobile customers. The device is available for purchase on Virgin Mobile’s website. [Via: Virgin Mobile] Samsung Galaxy Ring Now Available on Virgin Mobile For $179 originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T23:13:40Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

NVIDIA To License Its Kepler GPU Architecture And Visual Computing Patents

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:22 +0000

We knew NVIDIA had some big plans for the mobile market, but the company has announced just how big those plans are to be. NVIDIA will be licensing it’s Kepler GPU architecture and visual computing patents to manufacturers for mobile products. The PC industry has been slowing down a bit with the rapid adoption of smartphones and tablets, and NVIDIA wants in on the action. From NVIDIA’s blog post: “So, our next step is to license our GPU cores and visual computing patent portfolio to device manufacturers to serve the needs of a large piece of the market.” The post also goes on to mention that this isn’t new for the company, as it licensed its GPU core to Sony in the making of the Playstation 3 and that it’s licensed its visual computing patents to Intel, generating over $250 million a year. The company is also very confident that this expansion of its business model is exactly where it should be going: “As the world leader in visual computing technology, we believe we’re uniquely positioned to benefit. We invest more in R&D in this area than any other company in the world – over $1 billion annually and more than $6 billion since our founding. The vast majority of our 8,500 employees are engaged in these efforts, and we have more than 5,500 patents issued and pending – the industry’s best visual computing patent portfolio.” This is a great step forward for the company and we can only imagine what NVIDIA’s customers will be doing with the Kepler GPU architecture and visual computing patents. Be sure to hit up NVIDIA’s blog post to get all the nitty-gritty! NVIDIA To License Its Kepler GPU Architecture And Visual Computing Patents originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-18T23:37:28Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

Rumor: Is This iOS 7 Running On An iPad?

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:21 +0000

Apple has yet to officially release iOS 7 beta on the iPad, which has caused speculation into what the new version of iOS will look like on the device. A new video from a Russian YouTube user Rozetked has released a video today, which shows an iPad running iOS 7 “alpha.” Since Rozetked does not disclose how he got iOS 7 running on the iPad or any other details of the build, we can’t be sure of the video’s authenticity. The video is interesting however, and provides us with a clearer picture of what we may see when Apple officially releases the iOS 7 beta for the iPad. The video shows the Notification Center and Control Center in proportion, and several of the native app icons resemble those of the iPhone iOS 7 beta release. While a release date for iOS 7 on the iPad is still unknown, we will surely be seeing more news of its release in the near future. What are your thoughts on Rozetked’s video? Does it look legit to you? Let us know. [Via: MacRumors , Rozetked] Rumor: Is This iOS 7 Running On An iPad? originally appeared on IntoMobile.com on 2013-06-19T00:11:20Z. FV1gMYsz9b5j

The 4 biggest iOS 7 features Apple showed off at WWDC

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:19 +0000

Apple’s iOS 7 has finally been unveiled, and it’s the most radical change to iOS in years. These are the big new features that you need to know about...

AT&T now makes you wait 24 months for a phone upgrade

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:16 +0000

If you’re one of those people who counts down the days until you can get a new phone on subsidy from AT&T, the wait on your next phone is going to grow to…

It’s no iOS 7: Intel Obsidian UI for Tizen shown off in leaked video

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:08 +0000

Wondering what Intel is contributing to the Tizen project? A user interface codenamed Obsidian, for one thing, and it’s been captured on video. It may also be headed to Intel-powered Android devices in…

What is iTunes Radio? It’s no Spotify-killer

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:06 +0000

Everyone has been waiting for Apple to announce a streaming music service since Pandora, Rdio and Spotify started to take off. The Cupertino crew finally made good on people’s hopes and dreams at…

10 geeky Father’s Day gift ideas for your dad

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:03 +0000

Father’s Day is coming up fast, but there’s still time to get your dad something special. If you get your love of technology and general geekery from him, we’ve got some ideas what…

Nvidia’s Shield launches this month for $349, is it a must-own gaming device?

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:00 +0000

Being able to take top-of-the-line PC games with you on the go sounds like an enticing prospect, but is dropping $349 on a Shield as enticing of a prospect?

iOS 7 looks eerily similar to 2011 Windows Phone

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:38:59 +0000

Apple unveiled iOS 7 a couple of days ago at WWDC 2013, and with it, a striking departure from a design that iOS users have come to know and love (or begrudgingly put…

Apple considering 4.7 and 5.7-inch iPhone models

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:38:56 +0000

With the release of the iPhone 5, Apple took the decision to increase the size of its smartphone’s display, while at the same time retaining the ability to easily hold it in one…

HTC One vs Samsung Galaxy S4: Camera software shootout

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:38:51 +0000

Smartphone cameras have replaced point-and-shoot cameras for most people. Like everything else in the smartphone world, each camera has their own way of doing things, so when the Galaxy S4 and the HTC…

Travelling at 158mph wearing Google Glass

NMT — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:38:51 +0000

It’s not every day you get to hit the speed limiter in a 2013 Mercedes SL 550, so we gave someone brave enough to do it on an open highway Google Glass to…