Samsung’s Gigantic Galaxy View Tablet Full Specifications Likely Confirmed Via GFXBench Benchmark

Check out the configuration details of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy View tablet with a whopping 18-inch+ display. GSM Arena

During the IFA 2015 event, Samsung teased a one-of-a-kind tablet called the “Galaxy View.” Upon release, this device will apparently become the “biggest mobile device” built by the South Korean tech giant. However, now, this humongous tablet has silently made a visit to the GFXBench benchmark testing site, revealing key configuration details.

Samsung may be prepping a 12-inch Windows 10 tablet

You may not remember this, but for a while Samsung released some tablets running Windows under the Ativ brand. At one point we thought this would be to Windows devices what the Galaxy brand is to Samsung's Android offerings, but the Korean company hasn't launched an Ativ product in a long while.

Nokia N1 now available to order in the UK and mainland Europe

Initially released only in China and Taiwan, the Nokia N1 can now be bought in Europe. The tablet is available to order via Nokiashop.co.uk, and it looks like customers in the UK can receive it in 48 hours, or - for an extra £5 - in 24 hours. Orders from mainland Europe are also accepted, but only for an extra £15.

The N1 tablet itself costs £219.00 - about $342, or €314. We have to mention that the Nokiashop.co.uk website is not maintained by Nokia, but buy a UK-based company that seems to be an official reseller of the N1.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 will be available in South Korea starting August 11

The Galaxy Tab S2 was announced a couple of weeks ago, and as promised, the company will roll out the high-end tablet in its homeland next week. The Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 and the Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 will be available in South Korea starting August 11 for KRW 599,000 ($513) and KRW 719,000 ($617) respectively. The company will also sell the Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 with a keyboard case for KRW 799,000 ($685) in the country.

Nvidia issues total recall on overheating Shield Tablets

 

Beware, Nvidia Shield tablet owners! The company announced a voluntary recall of Shield tablets sold over the past 12 months over a safety issue. It is reported that the battery inside the tablet can overheat and pose a fire hazard. To prevent folks' hands or houses from burning down, Nvidia is asking users to stop using the recalled tablet and fill a claim for a replacement device.

To understand whether you're eligible for a recall or not, make sure your Shield tablet is updated to the latest software, dated July 1 or newer

AT&T's Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 skips Android 5.0, jumps to Android 5.1.1

The update to Android 5.0 Lollipop for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 units sold in either Wi-Fi-only or LTE-capable unlocked form has been out since May.

And now AT&T has issued a new software release for its version of this tablet, but here's the thing. This isn't Android 5.0, it's actually Android 5.1.1. Right now that's the absolute latest iteration of Google's mobile operating system.

AT&T's Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 thus jumps straight from Android 4.4.2 KitKat (the version it launched with last year) to Android 5.1.1 Lollipop, which is not something that we see happening very often.

Galaxy Tab S2 will be available in Hong Kong starting next week

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, which was made official last week and is already up for pre-order in Europe, will go on sale in Hong Kong on August 4. The device comes in 9.7-inch and 8-inch variants and is available in Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi and LTE configurations.

 

The Wi-Fi version of both 9.7-inch and 8-inch variants is priced at HKD3,888 ($500) and HKD3,088 ($400), respectively, and will be available in black and white color options starting August 4. The gold color model for both will be available in mid-August.

Similarly, the LTE version is priced at HKD4,888 ($630) and HKD4,088 ($527) respectively, and will be available in black and white color options in mid-August, with gold color model going on sale later that month.

Those purchasing the tablet will also get an Expedia discount code valued at HKD150 ($20), extra 100GB cloud storage on Microsoft OneDrive for two years, free 3-month Audible subscription, and free download of 1 book per month from Kindle. There are also many other offers - click the Source link below.

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Alleged press images of Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 make the rounds online

Purported press renders of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 made the rounds online. The images showcase the slate in 8”and 9.7” display variants – down from 8.4” and 10.5” in the first generation of the tablet.

Both versions of the tablet will feature a screen with 4:3 ratio and a resolution with 2048 x 1536 pixels - the same as the one found in the Apple iPad family. The 9.7” Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 will debut with the model number SM-T810, while the 8” variant will carry the SM-T710 moniker.

Specs-wise, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 is expected to pack the same 64-bit Exynos 7420 SoC as the Samsung Galaxy S6, coupled with 3GB. The chipset is among the most powerful solutions currently on the market, thus meaning that the slates won’t lack hardware oomph

Both Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 tablets are said to be just 5.4mm thin. The 9.7” and the 8” models are tipped to weigh 407 grams and 260 grams respectively.

Yesterday, a word got out the Samsung might unveil the Galaxy Tab S2 on July 20. We’ll keep an eye out for an official announcement.

 

Apple won't release a new 9.7-inch iPad Air this year

Apple won't release a new 9.7-inch iPad Air this year

Can the world survive without a new 9.7-inch Apple iPad introduced this year? It might have to if Chinese publication Economic Daily News is right. A reliable source in the past, the Economic Daily News says that Foxconn has received orders for the 12.9-inch Apple iPad Pro, and for the Apple iPad mini 4.

The buzz from Apple's camp is that the tech titan wants the larger iPad Pro to be its flagship slate this year, which could mean that a new Apple iPad Air gets delayed until 2016. Another possible scenario has Apple offering a slightly improved iPad Air this year, similar to what the company did with the Apple iPad mini 3 last year.

Leaked images over the last few months reveal that the iPad Pro should come with four speakers, one near each corner. In addition, a second connector port has been seen on the side of the tablet in some images. This port (possibly a USB Type-C) is in a perfect position to allow the device to be charged while standing up in a dock. A report published earlier this year by the Wall Street Journal said that the iPad Pro would come with a stylus and Apple would offer an optional keyboard and mouse for the product.

Apple is expected to promote the iPad Pro as the perfect tablet for the enterprise and educational markets.

source: EconomicDailyNews (translated) via BGR

12 Best Music Apps

Your smartphone already doubles as a dependable music player right out of the box, and the bevy of audio apps out there make it even better. Whether you want unlimited access to tens of millions of songs or want to turn your device into a dynamic FM radio, there’s no shortage of mobile apps that will get the job done. From Spotify to Shazam, here are our 15 favorite music apps for your smartphone or tablet.

1. iTunes Radio (Free, iOS)

The Toshiba TT301 is a 24-inch 1080p tablet that means business

So you happen to own one of them 12-inch Pro tablets and you think you got yourself a big ol' tab? Meet the Toshiba TT301, a massive 1080p 24-inch screen slate that's quite literally bigger than bigger! Heck, it's basically a TV, although Toshiba prefers to call it a "business tablet".

Apple Holiday Gift Guide 2014: 12 Ideas For The iPad, iPhone And MacBook Pro User Who Has Everything

Find the right holiday gift for the Apple lover who owns just about every device. IBTimes/Luke Villapaz

Chances are the Apple lovers in your life have just about every product from the iPhone to the iPad. But that doesn’t mean shopping for them has to be difficult. From cases to headphones to gloves, there's plenty of accessories and gadgets on the market to make the Apple product experience even better. Here are 12 gift ideas for the Apple owner covering a range of price points to fit any holiday-buying budget:

Tablet, Smartphone And Computer Viewing Shows Surprising Coexistence With Traditional TV

Digital content on tablets, computers and smartphones is booming, but it's not replacing TV just yet.  Reuters

Across the board, all demographics are consuming more digital content on computers and smartphones than ever, but digital content is not yet replacing TV but rather adding to it. As audiences’ media habits become more diverse and complicated, it’s not so much that people are turning their televisions off, as much as they are turning everything else on.

Nexus 9 Problems: HTC Quietly Addresses Design Flaws On The New Google Tablet

Google Nexus 9 by HTC Google

HTC Corp. seems to be quickly resolving some issues early adopters of the Nexus 9 have had with their tablets. The Nexus 9 is HTC’s first tablet since 2011, and while it is intended to be a high-end tablet with a pretty expensive price tag, some owners have reported issues that indicate a flimsy build quality. Prices for the Nexus 9 start at $399.

Google Nexus 9 vs. iPad Air 2: 5 Things Android Needs To Compete Against Apple In Tablets

Can the Nexus 9 compete against the iPad Air 2? Google

The Nexus 9 is a venture into new territory for all involved; it is Google Inc.’s first attempt at a premium tablet and manufacturer HTC Corp.’s first tablet in three years. The slate is now on sale and has received a host of positive reviews; overall pundits agree that the Nexus 9 is a solid tablet, but it's no iPad.

Asus' new ZenFone series will include smartphones that won't use Intel processors

Asus' new ZenFone series will include smartphones that won't use Intel processors

Asus CEO Jerry Shen recently disclosed more details about the second generation of ZenFone handsets. As previously reported, the company will announce its new ZenFones at CES 2015 in early

Android 4.4.4 for Sony Xperia Z2 and Z2 Tablet rolls out

Today, Sony has announced the Android 4.4.4 update for the Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z2 Tablet. The rollout has started already, but as usual it might take a while for the new software to reach your particular device - depending on where you are and if you bought a carrier-customized unit or not.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2015) mentioned on company's site

The last Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 was released over a year ago and it's time for another one. References to a Galaxy Note 10.1 (2015) have appeared on Samsung's official site, specifically that three apps support the tablet.

Sony may launch a 12-inch Xperia tablet to take on the Surface Pro 3 and Samsung's Galaxy Note Pro

Right now, if you want to buy a 12-inch tablet, you really don’t have too many options. Samsung’s Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 and Microsoft’s Surface Pro 3 are the only ones that are worth getting - both being great devices in their own way. But a new 12-inch slate, reportedly made by Sony, might be launched in the coming months.

According to DigiTimes, Sony is planning to introduce its 12-inch tablet in the first quarter of 2015. It’s said that the tablet will come with high-end features and a dedicated stylus

iPad Air 2 benchmark reveals 3-core CPU and 2GB of RAM

iPad Air 2 benchmark reveals 3-core CPU and 2GB of RAM

Apple iPad Air 2 made a trip to the popular Geekbench benchmark and revealed juicy bits about itself. The freshly announced full-size tablet from Cupertino sports 2GB of RAM and rather curious 3-core CPU.