Generally the news coming out an event like Mobile World Congress is buzz-worthy and exciting, filled with cutting edge hardware and software solutions... but leave it to Microsoft to break the mould, and good on them! Some people would argue that if you can't beat 'em, join 'em (speaking specifically about high-end hardware manufacturers like Apple, Samsung, and Huawei), but … [Read more...] about Microsoft Oddly Excited Over Low-End Windows Phones
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Microsoft Introduces Foldable Universal Mobile Keyboard
It isn't very often that Microsoft creates a product that truly turns my head, but their introduction of a foldable keyboard at Mobile World Congress is a definite exception. While most of me wonders why people cling so desperately to the idea of having a physical keyboard for their touch-screen devices, another part has to admit there are occasions when having one would be … [Read more...] about Microsoft Introduces Foldable Universal Mobile Keyboard
Samsung Debuts Design-Focused Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge
After the underwhelming release of the Galaxy S5, Samsung proudly announced their new Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge smartphones at Mobile World Congress this week. Unfortunately for the tech giant, the cheap plastic feel of the S5 overshadowed its diverse and considerable list of features --ultimately reflecting poorly on profits. Taking cues from the highly successful iPhone 6 and 6 … [Read more...] about Samsung Debuts Design-Focused Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge
Huawei Announces MediaPad X2 7-Inch Monster Phablet
On top of being a company whose name is rather fun to say, Huawei joined those making big announcements at Mobile World Congress. During their unveiling of a phablet-style smartphone, we learned that the new MediaPad X2 is a little hard to grip (literally)... with a screen measuring a mere 7-inches (somewhere out there Shaquille O'Neal is delighted that there is finally a phone … [Read more...] about Huawei Announces MediaPad X2 7-Inch Monster Phablet
Sony Replaces VAIO With Ultrathin Xperia Z4 Tablet
Sony has been making a lot of changes lately, not the least of which being the new Xperia Z4 tablet the company announced at the Mobile World Congress this year. Designed to compete with Apple's iPad Air 2, the Xperia Z4 is designed to do a lot more: in light of the VAIO laptop line being discontinued, Sony needs a tablet with the power and persuasion to engage business … [Read more...] about Sony Replaces VAIO With Ultrathin Xperia Z4 Tablet
Asus Transformer Pad 300 Tablet Revealed, Renames Tablet Lineup to Transformer Pads
Asus has just come up with a cheaper alternative for those who cannot afford the Asus Transformer Prime. Named Transformer Pad 300, the tablet is likely to sport a price tag of around $399 for the Wi-Fi only version. The tablet will be available in attractive blue, white, and red color options, while the body is now made of plastic instead of aluminium that made up the … [Read more...] about Asus Transformer Pad 300 Tablet Revealed, Renames Tablet Lineup to Transformer Pads
HTC tipped to launch quad core tablet in February
HTC is all set to launch its answer to the Asus Transformer Prime in the form of a new tablet PC running NVIDIA's latest Tegra 3 processor. As per rumors, the new tablet will be ready for launch at the Mobile World Congress event held in February. This, some believe will give the company a head start against its competitors who may be readying Windows 8 based products as the … [Read more...] about HTC tipped to launch quad core tablet in February
ViewSonic reveals ViewPad 10Pro
Taking things forward with Viewsonic's earlier not so memorable attempt at a Windows 7 and Android dual booting tablet is the latest ViewPad 10 Pro. Things are expected to be much better this time with the new tablet in that its Android 2.2 Froyo that the ViewPad 10 Pro will have on offer along with Windows 7. Certainly a huge advantage over Android 1.6 that the erstwhile … [Read more...] about ViewSonic reveals ViewPad 10Pro
HTC to launch a new 7 inch tablet in March
While we have been always thinking the 'quietly brilliant' HTC has been working on the Flyer tablet running the Android Honeycomb, what came as a surprise is a recent revelation that the Taiwan based manufacturer of smartphones has also been quietly working on a 7 inch tablet device as well. Still more surprise, the yet to be named tablet will be running Android 2.3 … [Read more...] about HTC to launch a new 7 inch tablet in March