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Nvidia powers up its most popular smart devices like handsets and tablets. The company seems to work not just in the background but in the forefront of the tech market. Nvidia has recently launched Tegra Note 7, a 7-inch multimedia and gaming tablet. It comes after Nvidia's Shield which was an Android-based tablet.

Nexus 5 already came out. Reports say Google will be releasing the Nexus 10 2 sometime soon. Whereas the market is still busy with these two slates, a KitKat promotional video may have just hinted Nexus 8 coming. New reports about the Nexus 8 say Google intends to compete directly with the iPad Mini 2 with its new slate. Is the market ready for a new Nexus?

Google and Apple may have to compete with another challenger as Archos released its 101 XS 2. As the market fills up with slates for the holidays, which ones should consumers really consider? A look at the specs of offerings from Archos, Google, ASUS and Apple should make it easier for consumers to choose.

Asus, Google and Samsung have all been releasing tablets throughout the year. With Asus’ successful production of the Nexus 7 series, can it stand on its own against big names like Google and Samsung? Google is set to release the second generation Nexus 10 while Samsung has already released its 2014 Samsung Note 10.1. What tablet should give consumers their money’s worth?

Apple just released a firmware update for unresponsive keyboard and trackpad on the late 2013 MacBook Pro with Retina. Nonetheless, the tech giant released another firmware update to address graphics problems on the 15-inch MacBook pro with Retina.

The market has seen a surge in the number of tablets around. Similar to smartphones, tablets have been dominating the market particularly for their portability and functionality. As the holidays rush in, we count down some of the best tablets to hit the market this 2013. They can also give shoppers a good idea what to get special people in their lives.

Apple recently released an update for EFI firmware for the late 2013 13-inch Retina MacBook Pros. The firmware update provides a solution to trackpad and keyboard problems on the device. According to reports, users expressed having problems with a frozen tackpad and keyboard preventing them from working with the device properly.

While reports say laptops may be dead because of the surge of tablet and smartphone sales, this may not be true. As Apple and Sony put out their latest ultrabooks, these companies prove that tablets, smarpthones and smaller portable devices still cannot replace the computing power of such. Likewise, anyone coming across Apple’s Haswell MacBook Pro Retina and MacBook Air, including Sony’s Vaio Pro, will realise that the laptop era is far from over.

Apple already launched a more gesture-friendly iOS 7 so it seems only a matter of time before the tech giant unleashes a series of handsets supporting the interface better. According to recent reports, Apple is working on 4.7and 5.5-inch iPhone 6. There are also sources saying that the company could be working on a pressure-sensitive iPhone 6S.

Another Android player comes to town. Archos just announced last week the latest addition to its Gen11 lineup: the 101 XS 2 Android tablet. The tablet is a refreshed version of the 101 XS released in 2012. The tablet sports a considerably thin design, and despite lacking the necessary top tier features, Archos promises a new and improved tablet. Running on a a quad-core processor clocked at 1.6 GHz with 2 GB RAM, the latest deal does not seem so bad.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 12.2 surfaced once more as reports indicate it hitting the Bluetooth certification process. Whereas months of rumours went by, this recent spotting confirms that Samsung, indeed, has a Galaxy Note 12.2 in the works. The device will reportedly hit stores early 2014. It sports a 2,560 x 1,600px resolution screen and runs on a Snapdragon 800 processor. Can the Korean tech giant deliver another winner tablet?

Tech giants like Google, Apple and Samsung seem to have an affinity for the number 5. Apple and Google already released two of the most popular smartphones today: the Google Nexus 5 and the iPhone 5s. With Samsung reportedly gearing up for a Galaxy S5 release, which 5 should consumers go for?

While iPad Air sports a thinner and smaller frame compared to the full-sized iPad, Apple claims it offers similar battery life as previous generations. This means up to 10 hours of battery life even with video playback or web surfing and up to 9 hours on cellular connection. Various stress tests and reviews reveal that the iPad Air has been living up to that promise. However, for users who feel their iPad Air is not performing as expected, there are certain things they can do to check and fix ba...

Black Friday will soon hit the market, and consumers are getting all hyped up. As one of the biggest sales of the year, Black Friday offers people some of the best and most affordable deals on just about anything. More importantly, it is also a time when people can find great discounts on a variety of tech products. For a limited time and until supplies last, consumers can get up to $600 discount on selected Apple products.

Apple's latest 2013 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display sports a slimmer and thinner profile compared to the previous generation. Despite the number of competitions that have sprung, Apple’s MacBook Pro line remains one of the best ultrabooks around. For shoppers looking for an excellent laptop choice these holidays, there are several reasons why the MacBook Pro makes the cut.

Google just unveiled their Nexus 5 device. According to many sources, the device has proven itself an excellent handset. Those who wish to make the Nexus 5 a friendlier device can do so by rooting it. Chainfire from XDA Developer’s forum shared a successful root process for Google’s latest portable device.

Apple just released two refreshed versions of its iPad series: the iPad Mini 2 and the iPad Air. Both tablets sport Retina displays and run on the latest A7 processors. For first time buyers, it is important to understand how to set up the devices.

Deciding whether to buy an iPad or not can be tough-- what more when there are two iPads out on the market? Apple recently announced two refreshed lines for their slate series: the iPad Mini 2 and the iPad Air. While it may seem logical to buy both to avoid the hassle, it does not make sense to get both in an instant. The following sections offer a guide when buying iPad Mini 2 or iPad Air this holiday season. Just like any product, the right device depends on the user’s needs and their prefere...

Samsung and Apple have been competing largely through their smartphones. Nonetheless, as both companies continue to broaden their tech reach, competition in the laptop arena has also become inevitable. Samsung started venturing into the ultrabook market releasing an updated version of the Series 9 through Samsung ATIV Book 9 Plus. Apple, on other hand, has also just released their latest version of MacBook Pro Retina. Which should consumers go for?

Samsung released Galaxy Note 3’s cousin just recently. The Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 is a full-sized tablet that promises productivity in style. Most people may find the Note 10.1 to be similar with Note 3 but it has its excellent features that can distinguish it from the line. With Google’s second generation Nexus 10 just around the corner, which slate should holiday shoppers go for? A rundown of their specs and capabilities should help make the choice.

Google Docs is a very popular file sharing site. Through Google Drive, people can create, share and monitor documents in real time. It provides ease for users updating in Google Docs. Whereas people best know it to be focused on sharing documents, there are several hidden features which people may find interesting and very useful about this site.

Google has recently unveiled two updates: the Android 4.4 KitKat and the Nexus 5. The latest KitKat showed improved listening assistant and other innovative features. With the release of the Nexus 5, the market is now excited for the release of the Nexus 10. The latest releases from Google may give hints as to what the market can expect from the Nexus 10 2.

Apple now offers two “Air” products: iPad Air and MacBook Air. The MacBook Air series received a Haswell upgrade, while the brand new iPad Air now runs with a custom Apple A7 chipset. With a similar super thin, ultra light and durable finish, both can be a great deal. However, do users really need both or is one better over another? The answer mostly depends on what a user is looking for. Which is which for a certain type of user?

Apple surprised the market when it announced that its OS X 10.9 Mavericks will be free for download. Previously, the tech giant sells the operating system along with its updates. Whereas OS Mavericks did not go through a major overhaul like Windows 8, the OS still offers a range of new functions and features. Some of them may be even more valuable to users than initially given credit for.

Apple CEO Tim Cook may have to rethink about the value of hybrids as market trends continue to shift. Recently, Cook was quoted on his view about Apple’s competitors: "They're trying to make tablets into PCs." What Apple needs to consider is the number of users shifting to tablets compared to traditional computers. Whereas tablets may not be able to replace laptops and desktops completely for their computing capabilities, still, hybrids offer great potential.

It seems the holidays will be a battle of ultrabooks. While tablets and smartphones continue to accumulate sales, ultrabooks seem to have a bright future ahead. Even with portable devices like slates and mobile handsets, laptops or notebooks still offer the best computing capacity. As laptops move to the next level as ultrabooks, tech manufacturers like Apple and Dell are taking advantage of it. How do Dell XPS 12 and late 2013 MacBook Pro Retina par?

Touchless Controls go beyond Moto X and into Nexus 5. Google’s announcement of the Android 4.4 KitKat update also meant seeing the flagship Nexus 5 device. The operating system update do not just feature design tweaks but there are also considerable changes to Search and Now Features.

Google recently held an event in San Franciso revealing the latest update to their Android operating system: the Android 4.4 KitKat. Contrary to countless reports about a marketing ploy, the name does not just stand for limited-edited candy bars or gimmick to gain as much attention – Google brings considerable changes to the table with the KitKat update. What should people expect?

Asus continues to be on a roll. The company has released a multitude of computing devices for the good part of the year but it does not seem satisfied. According to a recent leak, Asus may be developing an Asus Padfone Mini. The Padfone Mini may compete against Apple’s recently announced iPad Mini 2. Can the company go up against the tech giant?