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HTC’s One E9+ is its latest phablet with a stunning screen
Just like that, HTC has quietly — well, maybe unintentionally — unveiled its latest phablet on its China website. With some minor differences, the One E9+ is pretty much what we saw on the certification database earlier this month. The biggest selling point of this half metal, half plastic device is perhaps its 5.5-inch Quad HD (534 ppi) display, making it the sharpest screen ever used on an HTC phone. Oddly, though, the website’s spec sheet states a 1080p resolution, which we’ll assume is actually meant for a lesser E9. Likewise with the 2GB of RAM instead of 3GB, as well as the 13-megapixel main camera instead of the 20-megapixel version mentioned on the product page.
If the rest of the specs are correct, we’re looking at a 64-bit, octa-core 2GHz MT6795M chipset from MediaTek, 16GB of internal storage, microSD expansion of up to 128GB, dual Nano SIM slots, a 2,800 mAh battery, an UltraPixel front-facing camera and the trademark BoomSound front-facing stereo speakers. And of course, you also get multi-mode LTE along with 802.11ac WiFi. All of these goodies are tucked into a 7.49mm-thick body. Alas, that’s all we’ve got so far; no price nor date just yet, so stay tuned for more.
Filed under: Cellphones, Mobile, HTC
Via: Engadget Chinese
Source: HTC China
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Keep your Passport by your side with the Seidio Spring Clip Holster
When it comes to carrying around the BlackBerry Passport, I have always been partial to holsters to let me quickly access my device and for maximum screen protection. Rather than throwing it in my bag or shoving it in my jacket pocket it remains secure on my belt while I go about my day. Now while BlackBerry has released a leather swivel holster for the Passport, I prefer one that presents users with a quicker way of getting the device off my belt, without having to fumble when lifting the cover. The Seidio Spring Clip Holster is a solid choice for those who want a durable holster to use on a daily basis. It is designed to keep your device locked down tight with access to all of the ports as well as provide quick-release access when you need to check your messages.
Volvo’s reflective bike paint helps cars spot you at night
Want to feel nervous? Try riding a bike at night alongside a busy road. Even if you’re festooned in lights and reflectors, there’s a real chance that a less-than-attentive driver will smack into you. Volvo may have a better way to keep cars at a distance, however. Its new LifePaint spray is invisible during the day, but reflects car headlights in the evening. You can coat your bike, your clothing or most anything else and provide a heads-up to motorists, who’ll see bright white as they get close. It only lasts for 10 days at a time, but you can wash it off — just don’t ride during a heavy rainstorm and you’ll be fine. The biggest challenge is simply getting some cans for yourself. Volvo is only offering LifePaint in six London- and Kent-area bike shops right now, and availability will depend on how it fares in these test areas.
Filed under: Transportation
Via: The Verge
Native Instruments teases a portable, touch-sensitive DJ deck
Native Instruments has a full-fledged DJ deck and mixer combo, but it can be a big hassle — do you really want to lug a giant controller with you on tour, especially if you already have a preferred mixer? You won’t have to make that sacrifice for much longer, it seems. The company is teasing an upcoming Traktor Kontrol system (likely to be called the Kontrol D2) that is essentially the deck half of the Kontrol S8, complete with a display and touch-sensitive faders, knobs and track controls. In other words, you have a a proper, modern deck (more than a basic controller) that’s both easier to carry on the road and lets you use a different mixer. NI hasn’t said when this machine will ship or what the price will be, but it’s safe to say that it’ll cost less than the $1,299 S8.
Filed under: Peripherals
Source: DJTechTools
Hillary Clinton confirms she wiped her email server
Members of the US House of Representatives hoping to get a look at Hillary Clinton’s personal email server just got a big disappointment. Clinton’s attorney has confirmed to a House committee on Benghazi that, after handing over work-related email to the State Department, the politician both “chose not to keep” personal messages and set a 60-day limit on what the server retains. In short, she effectively wiped it clean. There’s no going back to mail from her Secretary of State days beyond the 30,490 messages on the record, or roughly half of what the server held during the period.
Naturally, both sides are trying to spin the news to suit their own ends. The head of the committee, Rep. Trey Gowdy, is portraying this as an attempt to block anyone from trying to “check behind her analysis” and see if she deleted important conversations. Committee member Rep. Elijah Cummings, meanwhile, calls the server request a “political charade” and wants the on-the-record messages made public as proof that Clinton is squeaky clean. The problem is that there’s no practical way to verify the truth, no matter who’s right — officials have to take it on faith that Clinton followed the letter of the law and delivered all the messages related to her political life.
[Image credit: Win McNamee/Getty Images]
Filed under: Internet
Via: The Hill
Source: House of Representatives (PDF)
ICYMI: March 28, 2015
A lot can happen in a week. Seven days might not seem like much, but it can be an eternity in the tech news cycle. Between Windows news, hardware and software developments and Microsoft’s fast-paced movements throughout the technology landscape, it’s never easy to keep your hand on the pulse of technology. Not to mention everything that’s going on right here at Windows Central!
Every week we’re going to compile the biggest stories into one post, so you never fall behind – In Case You Missed It (ICYMI).
Windows Phone Weekly Digest: March 21, 2015
There’s a lot going on in the world of Windows Phone. So much, in fact, that it is sometimes tough to catch every important story. Device rumors come and go. New apps join the Windows Phone Store, and your favorite app can get a big update with a new look or new features. Therefore, every week we will compile a list of the Windows Phone news that you just shouldn’t miss.
Welcome to the “Windows Phone Weekly Digest.”
Profits almost doubled for ZTE last year
To consumers in the United States, ZTE is not nearly as recognizable as other hardware manufacturers. The company, though, sits behind Apple, Samsung, and LG as the fourth largest smartphone manufacturer in the United States. Its performance around the world has improved so much that the company came close to doubling its profits in 2014. So, yes, ZTE is a company that is alive and well in various markets.
ZTE’s profits rose to $423.4 million last year, up from $219 million in 2013. That is an increase of almost 100%. The company has no plans to stop here and accept its current status. Unlike other Chinese manufacturers (such as Xiaomi), ZTE has committed to North America. ZTE already sells devices in the market but plans to expand its recognition by spending more on marketing. Already having ties with the NBA helps, but ZTE really wants people to know its name.
Hit the break for the full press release.
ZTE Posts 94% Jump in Full-Year Net Profit as 4G Sales Surge
Innovative 4G solutions including Cloud Radio, QCell and UBR made ZTE the fastest-growing provider of 4G solutions in the world in 2014
25 March 2015, Shenzhen, China – ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a major international provider of telecommunications, enterprise and consumer technology solutions for the Mobile Internet, today announced a 94% rise in full-year net profit, as higher sales of 4G network equipment and smartphones lifted the company’s profit margins.
Net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company increased to RMB 2.63 billion (US$423.5 million) in 2014, according to the annual results announcement posted by ZTE Today. Basic earnings per share climbed to RMB 0.77, while revenue rose 8.3% to RMB 81.47 billion.
ZTE proposed a cash dividend of RMB2.0 (including tax) for every 10 shares held, in addition to the issue of 2 bonus shares for every 10 shares by way of capitalization of capital reserve.
ZTE was the fastest-growing provider of 4G solutions globally in 2014, as the introduction of innovative network solutions including Cloud Radio, QCell, UBR and Magic Radio helped the company win business internationally, and consolidated its leadership in China’s 4G market. ZTE is leveraging its strong position in 4G to take the lead in research of 5G technology,becoming the first company in the industry to offer pre5G base stations.
In 2014, ZTE unveiled its new M-ICT strategy to put the company in a better position to harness its capabilities in telecommunications, enterprise ICT and consumer devices to offer customers converged solutions and technology innovations in the era of mobile broadband and Internet of Things.
In cloud computing and IT products, ZTEachieved increased penetration of the financial services market, helped by the company’s industry-leading large data processing platforms and distributed database technologies. ZTE also posted growth in its data center products business.
In ZTE’s Mobile Devices division, the company posted growth in sales of 4G smartphones and 3G mobile phones internationally. ZTE streamlined its product lines in smartphones, and benefited from improved branding, channel distribution and services.
In wireline and optical communications products, ZTE achieved increased market share in the optical transport networks market, maintained industry leadership in PTN, EPON products, and posted growth in access terminals and GPON products.
ZTE posted revenue of RMB 40.89 billion from international operations, accounting for 50.2% of revenue. Operations in China contributed revenue of RMB 40.58 billion.
Looking ahead to 2015, growth in the traditional telecom market is facing a bottleneck, but due to the high growth data services, carriers are also transitioning to Internet services. At the same time all the mobile Internet era will become the main theme of the development of the telecommunications industry, from traditional interpersonal communication, gradually expand to the communication of persons and objects.
In Carriers’ Networks, operators are demanding network optimization solutions to increase capacity, maximize performance and depth of coverage. ZTE is in a strong position to help customers deploy networks with enhanced intelligence and flexibility, through the multidimensional data management and large-enabled platforms. ZTE is committed to helping operators transition to next-generation business models to generate increased business value.
In enterprise ICT, converged solutions combining telecommunications and ICT technologies, cloud computing, big data and high-power wireless charging and other emerging technologies are bringing transformative changes to industries and workplaces. ZTE will pursue opportunities in RCS, cloud services, smart city to help enterprise customers navigate the “Industry 4.0″ or “Industrial Internet” transformation.
In connection with mobile terminals, the next generation of intelligent machines will be more intelligent, flexible, fusion, new generation of voice control technology, artificial intelligence and mobile security will become the Group’s new strategic focus. At the same time, ZTE’s CGO innovation laboratory will be the focus of incubation of emerging technologies including smart voice, artificial intelligence, wireless charging, and distributed power generation, large data platforms and applications, Internet banking, and mobile payments.
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