Neowin News Feed for: Device

Samsung has possibly revealed some new information regarding its upcoming wearable device

Dreyer Smit — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 11:56:01 +0000

With the recent appearance of a mystery wearable passing through the FCC, Samsung may have just hinted at the upcoming device during a survey sent out to members of its SmartLab program. Read more...

Rumor: Surface Book 2 might not launch at Microsoft's potential spring event

Gurkaran Singh — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 15:34:01 +0000

ZDNet's Mary Jo Foley claims that Microsoft may not be releasing the successor to Surface Book at its upcoming Spring event. However, a new device may be in the works for the Redmond corporation. Read more...

Samsung Galaxy Book Windows 10 tablet to reportedly feature S Pen and Air Command

Muhammad Zaid Tariq — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 05:20:02 +0000

New details of Samsung's Windows 10 tablet, the Galaxy Book, have surfaced online. The device will reportedly include the company's S Pen, Air Command functionality, and LTE connectivity. Read more...

As company diversifies, Facebook opens cutting-edge hardware lab

Vlad Dudau — Thu, 04 Aug 2016 08:20:01 +0000

With more and more of its projects relying on specialized hardware, Facebook has decided to open up a huge development lab for all its research and hardware development needs. Read more...

Google announces 24-inch Acer Chromebase all-in-one video conference system

Usama Jawad — Sat, 02 Apr 2016 13:40:01 +0000

In an effort to increase productivity for enterprise users during professional meetings, Google has launched an all-in-one video conferencing device, the Acer Chromebase. Read more...

Microsoft is downloading Windows 10 to your device, whether you've reserved it or not

Usama Jawad — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 11:23:03 +0000

A report has surfaced claiming that Microsoft will download the files required for Windows 10 on your device, whether you have reserved the free upgrade or not. The company has confirmed this claim. Read more...

Huawei rumored to be working on a dual-edge screen for its next flagship handset

Usama Jawad — Wed, 09 Sep 2015 14:58:01 +0000

A new rumor has emerged, claiming that Huawei could be working on a dual-edge screen for its next flagship device slated for 2016. The display could be manufactured by Samsung itself. Read more...

Gartner: Despite market slowdown, 2.5 billion devices will be sold in 2015

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 11:46:01 +0000

According to the latest Gartner report, the overall market will grow slower than expected this year, but two and a half billion devices, including PCs, smartphones and tablets, will still get sold. Read more...

Large ARM based Windows 10 tablet spotted in benchmarks

Usama Jawad — Tue, 03 Feb 2015 18:06:01 +0000

With the Lumia 2520 and Surface 2 out of the race, rumors of a 10.1 inch tablet running Windows 10 have emerged. The specifications of the said device have also been revealed in benchmarks. Read more...

Three UK confirms that every phone it sells is now unlocked

Andy Weir — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 04:09:42 +0000

Three UK says that every phone it sells, both on contract and PAYG, is now unlocked, rather than being restricted to its network, and existing customers can get their Three handsets unlocked free. Read more...

Microsoft unveils new Windows devices

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 08:38:06 +0000

On stage at Computex, Microsoft showed off a number of recently launched Windows devices as well as some we hadn't seen before. Among these a HP 2-in-1 device and a 7-inch tablet from Toshiba. Read more...

IDC: Some Android OEMs see triple digit growth in Q2, focus shifts on the low-end markets

Vlad Dudau — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 08:50:00 +0000

According to the latest stats from IDC, the high-end smartphone market is clearly dominated by Samsung and Apple; but lots of companies are shifting focus towards the low-end, with a lot of success. Read more...

Nokia Lumia EOS device will have 41 megapixel camera, coming July 9th

Max Slater-Robins — Thu, 23 May 2013 08:09:57 +0000

A new report highlights Nokia plans to release a 41 megapixel Lumia device, which could reportedly be announced as soon as July 9th. Nokia would use the tech from their 808 PureView phone. Read more...

Motorola removes all Android devices from sale in Germany

Andrew Stevenson — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:31:21 +0000

Google's Motorola Mobility has been forced to remove all Android based devices from sale in Germany, thanks to not being able to overturn patent infringement verdicts in the courts. Read more...

Google set to announce Nexus device tomorrow

Owen Williams — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 22:05:03 +0000

Google I/O officially starts tomorrow, and the company is widely expected to release a "Nexus" branded tablet or potentially family of devices. Pictures of the banners have come out which confirm all. Read more...

Exclusive: Microsoft set to launch Windows Phone 7 devices on October 21

Tom Warren — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:15:04 +0000

Microsoft will launch a wide range of Windows Phone 7 devices on October 21, Neowin has learnt. According to sources familiar with the software giants plans, Microsoft will hold several launch events worldwide on October 21... Read more...

Steve Jobs still involved with Apple, working on tablet

Sam Symons — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 21:37:43 +0000

Steve Jobs may be off work at the moment, folks, but that doesn't mean he isn't working. That's right, even after taking a leave of absence from Apple, co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs is still... Read more...

Windows 7: Device Stage overview

Tom Warren — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 21:14:18 +0000

So far, in our Windows 7 Overview series, we have published the following: Windows 7 beta quick review Windows 7: Action Center Overview Windows 7: User Account Control (UAC) Overview... Read more...

HTC Touch HD device revealed

Tom Warren — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:08:38 +0000

Our friends at MoDaCo have the exclusive scoop on a new HTC Touch device heading into stores for Christmas. Little is known about this device at the moment, but from the images we can see... Read more...

HTC Launches "Diamond" Windows Mobile device

Tom Warren — Wed, 07 May 2008 09:00:44 +0000

Yesterday at a press event hosted in London, HTC unveiled its latest Windows Mobile device, the diamond. The device is equipped with a generous 528 MHz processor, 4GB storage inbuilt, HSDPA, FM Radio, 3.2MP camera... Read more...

Microsoft device helps police pluck evidence from cyberscene

James Hall — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:38:07 +0000

Microsoft has developed a small plug-in device that investigators can use to quickly extract forensic data from computers that may have been used in crimes. The COFEE, which stands for Computer Online Forensic Evidence Extractor,... Read more...

Zune Device Diagnostic Tool

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 22:32:59 +0000

The Zune Device Diagnostic Tool compiles data to help Product Support Services diagnose Zune USB and wireless sync connection problems. System RequirementsSupported Operating Systems: Windows Vista; Windows XP Service Pack 2Windows XP users must have... Read more...

Amazon's Kindle device out of stock

Tom Warren — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 11:28:19 +0000

Despite much skepticism--and some downright harsh criticism--on the part of observers about the looks and marketability of Amazon's Kindle electronic book reader, consumers seem to be giving it the thumbs up. The device, which the... Read more...

Device driver updates causing Vista to deactivate

Steven Parker — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 08:37:15 +0000

After weeks of gruelling troubleshooting, I've finally had it confirmed by Microsoft Australia and USA -- something as small as swapping the video card or updating a device driver can trigger a total Vista deactivation.... Read more...

HP Licenses Nanoscale Electronic Device Stamping Technology

Tue, 08 May 2007 22:54:35 +0000

Nanolithosolutions of Carlsbad, California has licensed a technology process from HP Labs called nanoimprint lithography– a method of literally stamping out patterns of wires less than 50 atoms wide on a substrate. NIL technology has... Read more...

Device Controls Laptop Without Keyboard, Mouse

Tue, 01 May 2007 02:41:47 +0000

BT researchers have produced the BT Balance device which makes it easier for disabled people or those working in cramped conditions to control laptop computers without the need of a mouse or keyboard. Employers may... Read more...

Linux Hackers Offer to Create Device Drivers for Free

Daniel Fleshbourne — Thu, 01 Feb 2007 10:48:20 +0000

Ask Linux users what they find most annoying about Linux, and many will complain about device drivers. While the vast majority of PC components and peripherals work with Linux, some don't work at all, and... Read more...

Windows Mobile Device Center Driver for Windows Vista

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 05:51:43 +0000

The Microsoft Windows Mobile Device Center enables data synchronization between Windows Mobile-powered devices and Windows Vista. System RequirementsSupported Operating Systems: Windows Vista; Windows Vista Business; Windows Vista Business N; Windows Vista Enterprise; Windows Vista Home... Read more...

Device drivers backup, restoration and update tool

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 12:42:58 +0000

Driver Magician helps you to back up, restore and update device drivers of your computer. it can also detect unknow devices of your computer. Download: Driver Magician, 3.28 MB, shareware, $29.95 Screenshot:... Read more...

Windows Mobile Device Center Beta 3 for Windows Vista Out

Steven Parker — Sat, 07 Oct 2006 09:08:57 +0000

Thanks again to betax who also let me know that the Mobile Device Center Beta is available for download on Microsoft Downloads. The Microsoft ® Windows Mobile ® Device Center enables data synchronization between Windows... Read more...

Update for Device Sync with Windows Media Player in Windows

Daniel Fleshbourne — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 11:40:46 +0000

Consider the following scenario. You purchase a PlaysForSure-verified device, and you install the device. The device appears to be installed correctly. The device works correctly when you copy content that is ripped from CDs. ... Read more...

Portable wireless hacking device goes on sale

Daniel Fleshbourne — Thu, 17 Aug 2006 09:20:46 +0000

A US company is flogging a wireless handheld hacking device with hundreds of hacks and an automated exploitation system. Silica will go on sale in the United States in October and is made by an... Read more...

Device records smells to play back later

Wed, 05 Jul 2006 12:46:41 +0000

Imagine being able to record a smell and play it back later, just as you can with sounds or images.Engineers at the Tokyo Institute of Technology in Japan are building an odour recorder capable of... Read more...

Windows Mobile Device Center Update for Windows Vista Beta 2

Steven Parker — Fri, 16 Jun 2006 12:57:23 +0000

Tonight, a update to Windows Vista Beta 2's Windows Mobile Device Center has gone up on Windows Update. This update gives the Windows Mobile Device Center full capability of syncing your Windows Mobile Phone or... Read more...

Apple and RIM Could Partner for 'AppleBerry' Device

Tue, 06 Jun 2006 20:15:03 +0000

I'll believe it when I see it, but who knows. Interesting none the less. Is the day near when you will get music on your BlackBerry and e-mail on your iPod? The idea of... Read more...

RIAA Sues XM Radio Over Portable Device

Thu, 18 May 2006 20:04:34 +0000

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The recording industry on Tuesday sued XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc., alleging its Inno device that can store music infringes on copyrights and transforms a passive radio experience into the equivalent... Read more...

Microsoft Tells Device Makers, We'll Foot Your Legal Bills

Fri, 10 Feb 2006 19:37:41 +0000

Amid a legally charged environment for makers of mobile computing devices, Microsoft said Thursday it would expand the protections against intellectual property lawsuits it offers to manufacturers who make devices that run Windows. ... Read more...

Philips Launch Tabletop Entertainment Device

Wed, 04 Jan 2006 14:34:19 +0000

Philips, best know for lightbulbs and electric razors, are launching a 'traditional' boardgame device with some very modern touches - a 30" touch screen LCD, to be precise. Designed... Read more...

Apple picks chips for next gen mobile multimedia device

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 15:40:44 +0000

A British team of chip designers has won one of the most coveted of customers in the chip industry--Apple Computer. SiliconValleyWatcher has learned that Apple has contracted to use the powerful video, image, and music... Read more...

T-Mobile & Microsoft launch first 3G device

Tom Warren — Wed, 02 Feb 2005 18:25:24 +0000

Today, at the T-Mobile International Press Conference in Bonn, Germany, T-Mobile and Microsoft announced the MDA IV - the first Windows Mobile based 3G device. The T-Mobile MDA IV, is just 100... Read more...