Microsoft may have just given everyone their first hint of what the rumoured upcoming Microsoft Surface smartphone could look like. Two images showing people at work using their Surface tablets also show a mysterious Windows Phone 8 smartphone close at hand. The unbranded device features a design reminiscent of that of Microsoft’s tablet. Click for an enlarged version of the […]
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Google Nexus 10 tablet confirmed by Picasa picture?
A picture found on Picasa may have confirmed the existence of Google’s rumoured Nexus 10 tablet. The image reveals little but the EXIF data identifies the device as the Google Nexus 10. It is running software version JVP12 and, based on the picture’s dimensions (2560×1920 pixels), sports a 5MP camera. Click for a larger version with EXIF details Past rumours […]
Acer to launch 7-inch Iconia Tab A110 tablet on October 30th
The 7-inch tablet space got a bit more crowded today. Acer announced that it will launch its newest tablet, the Iconia Tab A110, in both Canada and the U.S. on October 30th. “Today’s consumers are increasingly mobile and want easy and instant access to entertainment at all times,” said Paul Tayar, senior director of product marketing for connected devices, Acer […]
32GB Google Nexus 7 to sell for CA$269.99 in Canada?
Google may not have announced it but the evidence continues to mount that it will soon announce a 32GB variant of its Nexus 7 tablet (a Japanese customer even already has one). Best Buy Canada is the latest retailer to now list it on its website. If the price does not change by the time it is officially announced , […]
Apple sends out October 23rd event invitations
Apple has begun to send out invitations to its next event. As usual, the invitation reveals little but is widely expected to be the event at which Apple will unveil its iPad mini. With the tagline “We’ve got a little more to show you,” it seems like a good bet. The Apple iPad mini has been the topic of rumours […]
Microsoft begins taking Surface with Windows RT pre-orders
After a false start earlier today, Microsoft has now begun taking pre-orders for the upcoming Microsoft Surface with Windows RT. Pre-orders are open in both Canada and the U.S. The Microsoft Surface with Windows RT will be offered in the following configurations: 64GB with Black Touch Cover: US$699 / CA$719 32GB with Black Touch Cover: US$599 / CA$619 32GB without […]
Microsoft Surface pricing revealed
Microsoft briefly revealed pricing for its upcoming Surface tablet earlier today on its Microsoft Store website. The site listed the tablets for pre-order with a delivery date planned for October 26th, the same day they are hitting stores. You can put to rest any hopes you had that prices would start at US$199. Prices start at US$499 for the 32GB […]
LG announces Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update schedule
There is good news for owners of recent LG smartphones and tablets. The Korean manufacturer today provided a rough timeline as to when it will update a number of devices to Google Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. All told, the updates will start in November and run into the first quarter of 2013. Things get started in November with the LG […]