There's been a ton of hype recently around the upcoming MediaTek MT8196 SoC that is set to arrive at some point in a Chromebook Plus model in 2025. We're hoping for sooner rather than later, but there's no real timeline on it just yet. Still, the interest in this chip is for a few very good … [Read more...] about The awesome MediaTek MT8196 will also come with Wi-Fi 7
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Pixel 9a renders leak, confirming the missing camera bar
The Pixel 9a launch is just around the corner, and thanks to a pretty comprehensive leak via Android Headlines, we now have a firm idea of what to expect. As was previously reported, Google is set to unveil the Pixel 9a on March 19th, with a release date slated for March 26th. Rumors about the … [Read more...] about Pixel 9a renders leak, confirming the missing camera bar
It looks like the first MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook will come from Lenovo
There's been some nice buzz around the upcoming MediaTek MT8196 of late, and until we get a Chromebook in our hands with the new, powerful, flagship ARM SoC inside it, we'll continue to dig around for clues and interesting tidbits about the future devices that will house this beast of a … [Read more...] about It looks like the first MediaTek MT8196 Chromebook will come from Lenovo
Yes, the Samsung store offers those sweet carrier deals on the Galaxy S25
We're now right on the doorstep of general availability for the new Samsung Galaxy S25 series of phones. Announced on January 22nd at the latest version of Samsung's Unpacked, the 3 Galaxy S25 phones are leaning heavily into AI at every turn, even calling upon Google's own Gemini to help make these … [Read more...] about Yes, the Samsung store offers those sweet carrier deals on the Galaxy S25
How 3:2 Chromebooks like the Acer Spin 713 could make an epic comeback
You know what we haven't seen in a good, long while? A Chromebook with a 3:2 aspect ratio. A few years ago, this screen layout was a hot commodity, and users seemed to love it. With the web organizing things in a more vertical orientation these days (just look at all the open space on the left … [Read more...] about How 3:2 Chromebooks like the Acer Spin 713 could make an epic comeback
Lenovo quietly released a powerful new Chromebook Plus at BETT 2025
As part of the BETT 2025 announcement flurry from Google, you may have heard that 20+ new ChromeOS devices built for education are on the way this year. That number sounds high, but it is pretty standard for this part of the market as each manufacturer rolls out their classroom-ready lineups for … [Read more...] about Lenovo quietly released a powerful new Chromebook Plus at BETT 2025
Despite setbacks, Samsung is leaning further into foldables with a tri-fold model
While it is clear that the foldable phone market might not be continuing with the explosive growth trends as predicted, Samsung seems determined to keep pushing forward in the space. Rumors are swirling that they are going all-in on foldables for 2025, with a quartet of devices slated to launch, … [Read more...] about Despite setbacks, Samsung is leaning further into foldables with a tri-fold model
Yep, Google is already at work on Pixel 11 and Pixel 10a
It seems like just yesterday we were finally getting our hands on the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro with their first-ever Tensor SoCs inside. And though it wasn't that long ago that we welcomed the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL to the world, we're already eagerly anticipating the Pixel 9a this summer … [Read more...] about Yep, Google is already at work on Pixel 11 and Pixel 10a
Where and when to watch the Samsung Unpacked Galaxy S25 event
It's that time of year again! Samsung's about to drop their latest and greatest new devices, and though there have been plenty of leaks thus far, we're still eagerly awaiting a few surprises from Samsung. The latest version of Unpacked is just around the corner, and the Galaxy S25 series is ready … [Read more...] about Where and when to watch the Samsung Unpacked Galaxy S25 event
For now, it seems MediaTek’s powerful new MT8196 will not be in Chromebook tablets
So, this is a bit of a bummer for sure. If you recall, a few months back I found some evidence that one of the baseboards that will house the powerful MediaTek MT8196 - 'Hylia' - may in fact be built as a tablet. That's exciting stuff, for sure, and the idea of a desktop-class SoC in a detachable … [Read more...] about For now, it seems MediaTek’s powerful new MT8196 will not be in Chromebook tablets
For some reason, I really want Lenovo’s new, smaller Android tablet, and I’m not alone
One of the new pieces of hardware shown off at CES 2025 was Lenovo's new, higher-end, smaller tablet - the Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 3. For all those who still hold Google's Nexus 7 tablets as favorites (perhaps nostalgically), this smaller 8.8-inch tablet from Lenovo likely hits a bit … [Read more...] about For some reason, I really want Lenovo’s new, smaller Android tablet, and I’m not alone
Now the official Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup renders have leaked
Just as I thought we might be close to done with leaks on the Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup, we now have a full set of official renders (via Android Headlines) showcasing the design and colorways of the upcoming flagship phones. While there aren't many surprises, these renders give us a clear, precise … [Read more...] about Now the official Samsung Galaxy S25 lineup renders have leaked
