A Day of Shooting with Panasonic GF6 and G6 in Bali
We didn't get a chance at handling the new Panasonic camera models when the news broke so how could we pass up an offer to spend a day shooting with them? So it's off to Bali this time around for Panasonic's regional digital camera launch and here are the highlights of the trip.
Nokia Lumia 925 is Official: Slimmer Aluminum Body & New Nokia Smart Camera Mode
Nokia has announced their brand new flagship Windows Phone smartphone. The Lumia 925 has an aluminium frame, is slimmer and lighter than the Lumia 920, has the same 8.7MP PureView camera and comes with a new Nokia Smart Camera mode.
New Android Chief Sundar Pichai Talks Plans for Android & Chrome OS
Sundar Pichai has given Wired his first interview ever after taking over Andy Rubin as head of Android. In the interview, Pichai talks briefly about the future of Android and Chrome OS, Facebook Home, Kindle Fire, Samsung and Firefox OS.
Samsung Announces 5G Wireless Technology
Samsung has announced its next-generation 5G wireless mobile technology that is touted to be several hundred times faster than existing 4G networks in terms of data transmission. Currently in testing, Samsung's new 5G technology operates in the millimeter-wave Ka bands for cellular communication.
Nikon Announces 1 Nikkor 32mm f/1.2 Lens for Nikon 1 Mirrorless System
Nikon has announced a 1 Nikkor 32mm f/1.2 lens for the Nikon 1 mirrorless system cameras. It is the fastest Nikon 1 lens to be made available, and it also features Nikon's Nano Crystal coating as well as a Silent Wave motor and manual focus ring.
Nokia's Next Big Thing
On May 14 in London, Nokia detailed where the story of the Lumia product line goes next.
Microsoft Surface Pro - Showcasing the Vision
With a tablet form factor that allows the attachment of a keyboard cover, the Intel Core i5-equipped and Windows 8 Pro-running Surface Pro is Microsoft showing the world how a no compromise device should be made. It even comes with a full HD screen and digital pen support. We find out if it lives up to its promise.
Enermax Announces NAXN Advanced Edition Power Supply Units
Enermax has announced its updated NAXN ADV series of power supply units (PSUs). Building on the strengths of the original NAXN series, the new PSUs are 82PLUS ready, with unique features like flat and flexible cables, and Japanese electrolytic capacitors for reliable power delivery.
AT&T Rumored to be Ditching the HTC First
According to rumors, AT&T will be discontinuing the HTC First flagship Facebook Home phone amidst poor sales and lackluster response from customers.
Play Atari's Classic Breakout in Google Image Search
To celebrate the 37th anniversary of Atari's classic 1976 arcade game, Breakout, Google has added a playable version through an image search easter egg. Just search images for "Atari Breakout". Or you can just click this link!
Google Unifies Gmail, Drive and Google + Storage: 15GB for All
Google is unifying the storage space across its Gmail, Google Drive and Google + products, giving all users access to a combined 15GB of data to use as they wish.
LG Cloud Is Now Available in Singapore
LG Cloud, a cloud storage service that allows users to access their contents (video, music, pictures) through LG Smart TVs, smartphones, and PCs, is now available in Singapore. It comes free with 5GB of storage space.
Targus Launches New Crave II Backpacks and Cases
Targus has just announced their new Crave II series of backpacks and cases for notebooks and tablets. The new products are improved with new features and a slimmer profile for a more compact profile that's more attractive in general.
ASUS Xonar U7 USB Sound Card and Headphone Amplifer to be Available End May
ASUS has just announced that the Xonar U7 USB sound card and headphone amplifier will be available in Singapore at the end of May.
Android has Largest Smart Device Market Share
According a Q1, 2013 report by Canalys, 59.5 percent of all smart devices in the market -- 308.7 million smartphones, tablets and notebooks -- were running Google's Android operating system. Apple was in second place with a 19.3 percent market share and Microsoft had a market share of 18.1, just slightly behind Apple.
Cars Could Soon Have a Standard OS
If the automakers can get behind a unified standard, we could soon be seeing cars with a standard OS that will let us quickly setup our favorite radio stations, GPS and even seat position settings.
New Wacom Wintab Driver Brings Pen Pressure Sensitivity to the Microsoft Surface Pro
Frustrated that your Surface Pro's pen doesn't support pressure sensitivity in apps like Photoshop? We've the answer for you: Head over to Wacom's website now to download the new Windows 8 driver.
Google Games Hinted at in Leaked Google Play Services APK
A leaked Google Play Services (v3.1.36) update file contains codes that hint at a new multi-player social gaming network called Google Games. This new gaming network (expected to be revealed during Google I/O) will be similar to Apple's Game Center for iOS and Microsoft's Xbox Live for Xbox, which includes leaderboards, achievements and more.
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Facebook Home Plummets Down the Google Play Rankings
Facebook Home, Facebook's customized Android launcher app, has not been the overwhelming success CEO Mark Zuckerberg was hoping for. After an initial rush of interest, the app continues to plummet down the Google Play download rankings, showing universal decline in every country.
A HWZ PlayTest Event - Smart AV for Your Home
A well set-up home entertainment system doesn't only perform well, but looks good too. With so many components to consider such as the television set, speakers, amplifier, set-top decks and networking gear, just how do you go about deciding what to get and managing all of them? HardwareZone teamed up with Home & Decor, Mudian, ASUS, Panasonic and Yamaha to conduct a Smart Home AV PlayTest event to help our readers do just that. Find out what took place!
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