HTC announces the Taiwan-bound Desire 825 and Desire 830

HTC has announced the Desire 825 and Desire 830, two new smartphones for the international market. Both featuring a 5.5-inch display, the differences here are mainly on the inside. Sure the back of the phones looks slightly different, as does the front, but the components on the inside are what most will really notice.

The Desire 830 features mid-OIS optical anti-shake in the rear-facing camera so you can make sure your pictures are as clear as possible. On the Desire 825 you’ve got the Sensor Hub, which supports a new personalized sports management center. This will let you recognize your movements, gestures and actions to provide an immediate status of personal data.

The Desire 825 is now available for NT $ 7,990 million, and the Desire 830 will go on sale May 6 for NT $ 9,990 million.

Press release:

5.5-inch mid-range series debut new flagship HTC DESIRE

Excellent value for money HTC Desire 830 experience perfect dynamic pictures
HTC Desire 825 value for money to enjoy the ultimate video fun

Taipei, Taiwan (BC May 3, 2016) – the global leader in innovation and design HTC (High Tech Computer Co., Ltd., hereinafter referred to as “HTC”) today (3) announced the launch of its flagship HTC Desire series in order of new members -HTC Desire 830 and HTC Desire 825, to young and lively two-tone design with a large 5.5-inch screen with HTC BoomSound combine Dolby audio stereo sound, easy to have the luxury audio visual. HTC Desire 830 is the flagship for the first time in mid-OIS optical anti-shake with the main camera, clearly happy jumping save each moment, to accompany you to record the history of each youth with a full range of experience.

Global innovation and design of HTC North Asia general manager of leading brands Dongjun Liang said: “HTC launched in April annual flagship HTC 10, shocked the high-end smartphone market, boutique and design fast and smooth user experience with many of the world’s first video, power, fast charge and is equipped with features such as the world’s media and consumer praised and enthusiastically purchased flagship phone the only benchmark. in order to meet the diverse needs of consumers, the launch of HTC Desire series of new machines, continuing HTC Desire series widely consumers reputation and cost-effective, but also to enjoy the best rates for HTC Desire 825 high-quality acoustic moments and HTC Desire 830 optical anti-shake caused by ultra-stable shooting, make a richer product mix intact, to provide consumer who purchase more comprehensive choice. “

HTC Desire 830 with a lively two-tone exterior design with classic hit color elements, fully meet the distinctive style of a favorite of consumers. Equipped with 5.5-inch Full HD high definition big screen and 13 megapixel main camera, and more at the same level for the first time mobile phone equipped with OIS optical anti-shake function, easy to capture happy, exciting and dynamic time, with Zhang Zhangqing neat image clarity record and store memories; additionally equipped with ultra-sensitive camera before UltraPixel camera self-timer, even if dimly lit environment, but also to show the effect of bright, attractive and self-timer.

HTC Desire 825 will be the embodiment of the artist’s canvas back cover, use a specially designed nozzle with a pigment, to create a very personal style splash of color in design. With the most representative HTC BoomSound sound and Dolby Audio sound, the same level phone for the first time in more Hi-Res equipped with high-fidelity sound, can be real show of original music delicate moving. HTC Desire 825 HTC Sensor Hub support new personalized sports management center, a strict management of personal life belongings. HTC Sensor Hub weather will recognize your movements, gestures and actions to provide immediate status of personal data and automatically with a variety of popular fitness app link

HTC Desire 830 suggested retail price of NT $ 9,990 million, offers vanilla and vanilla orange and blue for consumer choice; May 6 stores starting at HTC, HTC online store and Taiwan Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, Far EasTone telecommunications, satellite telecommunications and Taiwan Asia-Pacific stores have started selling. HTC Desire 825 suggested retail price of NT $ 7,990 million, providing satellite color white and gray night for consumers to choose; from May 3 to HTC store, online store, and HTC in Taiwan Chunghwa Telecom started selling exclusive outlets; consumption in accordance with individual needs may choose the most suitable tariff plan, detailed data plan, please contact the respective carriers.

India rejects Apple’s plan to import refurbished iPhones

As iPhone sales start to decline for the first time in 13 years, the company has been looking to emerging markets to make up the slack with first-time buyers. But Cupertino’s plan to boost marketshare in India by importing and selling refurbished iPhones was just met with a firm rejection by the country’s telecommunications ministry.

Despite the global drop in sales, Apple actually sold 56 percent more iPhones in India over the last quarter. While that number looks good on paper, Apple devices still only make up about 2 percent of Indian phone shipments, Bloomberg Technology reports today. By selling refurbished iPhones in India, Apple hoped to reach a wider audience of “price-conscious” consumers without sacrificing the top-tier pricing it commands in other markets.

According to Bloomberg Technology, the world’s most valuable company faced strong opposition from local manufacturers who claimed Apple’s plan would hurt the Indian government’s own Make-in-India program if Apple were allowed to enter their markets with cheap, recycled versions of last year’s iPhones. Meanwhile, Apple has been trying for years to open retail stores in India and believes it can circumvent the government’s locally made mandates by qualifying as a “provider of cutting-edge technology.”

Bowers and Wilkins sells to a tiny home automation startup

Bowers & Wilkins has been cranking out solid audio gear for the better part of three decades, but it’s being acquired by a company that’s only been around since 2014. Eva Automation, a Silicon Valley startup founded by former Facebook CFO (and San Francisco 49ers co-owner) Gideon Yu, is the new owner of the audio brand. Little is known about the company other than its 40-person staff has the somewhat vague mission of “making products that will change how people interact and think about the home.” Although it has been around for two years, Eva Automation hasn’t released any products yet.

The most obvious question is why a trusted name in audio would sell to such a young company. Well, Bowers & Wilkins CEO Joe Atkins hinted at a sale last year before talks with Eva began. Atkins also admitted that the company doesn’t have the know-how to build audio gear that leverages the cloud, despite a range of devices that allow users to play music with features like AirPlay. We’ll have to wait a while to see any new products, as Yu says the first new gear is planned for mid-2017. Perhaps Amazon’s Echo will see some competition next summer.

“We will have much, much more to announce when the time is right about our vision and our products,” Yu explained in a letter announcing the acquisition. “In the meantime, we will continue to work hard on developing a truly special, highly integrated, and easy to use home A/V experience that I know you’ll love.”

Eva Automation’s acquisition of a well-established company is a bit of a reversal in the startup world. Usually it’s the long-running brands nabbing up newcomers, but the opposite is happening here. While financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed, Caledonia Investments did sell its 20 percent stake in Bowers & Wilkins for £24 million cash and £500,000 dividend. With some quick math, that gives you a rough figure of around £122.5 million ($175 million) for the total value.

Atkins will remain CEO of the joint venture with Yu serving as executive chairman. Atkins, who owns 60 percent of Bowers & Wilkins, will maintain “a significant” stake in the company. What’s more, no layoffs are planned, and the current lineup of Bowers & Wilkins audio gear is staying put for now. For reference, B&W has a staff of 1,100, all of which stand to keep their jobs after the deal.

“It will take some explaining,” Atkins told Bloomberg. “I think when the verdict comes back, it will be clear that this is exactly what Bowers & Wilkins should be doing.”

Via: Bloomberg

Source: Eva Automation

Review: Twelve South’s New ‘TimePorter’ is a Handy Travel Storage and Charging Solution for Apple Watch

Earlier this month, Twelve South announced its latest product for the Apple Watch, a travel tote and portable charging stand called the TimePorter. Starting today, Twelve South is launching the $50 TimePorter and has begun accepting orders for the accessory.

Just ahead of the TimePorter’s launch, Twelve South shipped a TimePorter to me so I could share an early hands-on look at the product, which, in a nutshell, is one of the more useful Apple Watch travel accessories that I’ve used.

When it comes to size and design, the TimePorter looks a lot like a standard eyeglasses or sunglasses case, with the same general shape and dimensions. Covered in soft leather in either black or white, the TimePorter measures in at about six inches wide and an inch and a half tall and was comparable in size to some of the sunglasses cases I had on hand.

The size can also potentially be a downside because it is larger than some other stands and travel solutions, but at the size of an eyeglasses case, it’s going to fit comfortably in most bags or backpacks.

At the top of the TimePorter, there’s a cutout to accommodate the Apple Watch charger (you need to provide your own), and dual hinges at the side open it up, again like an eyeglasses case. Inside the TimePorter, there’s a flexible silicone ridge for winding up the cable of the Apple Watch charger while the puck sits on the surface. At the sides, there are holes for the end of the cable that connects to the power adapter for charging purposes.

The inside of the TimePorter is lined in the same soft silicone the cable winder is made out of, so it’s not going to scratch Apple Watch bands or whatever else is placed inside. The TimePorter can hold the full length of the 2m Apple Watch charging cable, or the smaller 1m cable (the smaller cable is in the photos).

Getting the charger inside the TimePorter is simple. There’s a silicone plug at the top that’s popped out (so this can be used as a case without a charger if desired) and the Apple Watch charging puck is placed inside to fit flush with the outside of the case. The cable is routed downwards into a groove and then wrapped tightly around the cable winder so it’s out of the way. When charging, the cable can be unwound slightly so the USB end can be pulled through the end of the TimePorter to plug into an outlet or computer.

The Apple Watch cable and charging puck are securely in place in the TimePorter when wound correctly, but I did notice that the force of opening and closing the case or pressing on the top could cause the charger to be pushed out of place. This isn’t a big deal, but some repositioning will be required here and there.

With the cable wound up, there is ample space in the TimePorter for the power adapter to be fully ensconced inside, plus there’s room for storing additional Apple Watch bands. The power adapter sits at one end and bands fit next to it or under it (I tucked the prongs into one of the silicone slots for more space). There’s also room for other accessories, like a small battery pack, but whether or not a battery pack would fit would depend heavily on its size.

I didn’t have a battery pack small enough on hand, but if you bought a cheap one for the express purpose of charging the Apple Watch, it’d turn the TimePorter into a complete all-in-one charging solution.

The top of the TimePorter serves as a stand for the Apple Watch and it’s surprisingly versatile. Open loop Apple Watch bands can be placed across the top lengthwise or wrapped around the body, while closed loop bands also wrap around the body. When used around the body, the position of the Apple Watch can be changed by opening the hinge of the TimePorter.

Because it can be used in two ways, it’s going to accommodate all Apple Watch bands, including the heavy Link Bracelet which isn’t compatible with all Apple Watch charging solutions on the market.

I have a 38mm Apple Watch with bands in the smallest size, and these smaller bands are not able to take advantage of the TimePorter’s features as well as larger bands. With the Milanese Loop, I was able to fit it around the body of the TimePorter, but I couldn’t open the case very far to adjust the angle. With larger bands, the case can be opened further to angle it towards a bed when sleeping, but this positioning does put the Apple Watch in portrait mode, not landscape mode.

With the Apple Watch Sport band, it wasn’t able to close around the body of the TimePorter so I could really only use it lengthwise, laid across the top of the stand. In this position, I was able to open the lid of the TimePorter to orient my watch into Nightstand mode. It worked well for my 38mm stainless steel Apple Watch with a Sport Band, but because it was only held up with the strength of the magnetic connection between Apple Watch and charger, it was precarious.

Lengthwise positioning with the case open for Nightstand mode likely won’t work for all Apple Watch models, so it’s best to think of the TimePorter as a stand that isn’t going to work with Nightstand mode.

Bottom Line

Twelve South has priced the TimePorter at $49.99, a competitive asking price for an accessory that’s able to hold a power adapter, extra bands, and other Apple Watch odds and ends, in addition to serving as a charging stand.

Most travel solutions for the Apple Watch have been incomplete, offering features like storing the Apple Watch itself or including a built-in battery. Neither of these functions are particularly useful. When we travel, most of us wear our Apple Watches, and the majority of the time, we’re traveling to places where power is available.

Twelve South recognizes that what people need when traveling is a versatile way to charge and a way to store a full charging setup and extra accessories in a convenient package, and that understanding of what’s truly useful when traveling is what makes the TimePorter one of the best Apple Watch travel accessories I’ve seen yet.

Pros:

• Multipurpose with storage space
• Priced affordably
• Multiple viewing angles
• Accommodates all Apple Watch bands

Cons:

• White leather may get dirty
• Stand angles are more limited with smaller Apple Watch bands
• Apple Watch charger sometimes pops out and needs to be realigned
• Doesn’t really support Nightstand mode

The TimePorter can be purchased from the Twelve South website or Amazon.com for $49.99.

Note: Twelve South provided a TimePorter to MacRumors free of charge for the purposes of this review. No other compensation was received.

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Engadget giveaway: Win a ‘Star Wars’ prize pack courtesy of ThinkGeek!

You may still be reeling from the recent sweep of date-related events (Pi day, Alien day, and 420) but the ride’s not over yet. Tomorrow is May the 4th, which is observed by many as a Star Wars “holiday” and may garner a lot of attention this year on the coattails of the recent blockbuster The Force Awakens. To help celebrate, online gadget purveyor ThinkGeek has delved into its large offering of Star Wars gear to help one lucky reader get into the spirit. To kick things off, we have a life-sized BB-8 floor lamp with adjustable LED settings and a stand “so it doesn’t go off adventuring.” To help set the mood throughout the house, we also have a BB-8 table lamp, a Death Star mood light and Bluetooth speaker. To help fly that fan flag when you’re out in public, we also have a Chewbacca messenger bag and three Star Wars beach towels. All you need to do is head to the Rafflecopter widget below for up to three chances at winning.
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YouTube is testing a cleaner Material design

YouTube’s basic design hasn’t changed a lot over the years, but it could get a major cosmetic upgrade soon. Commenters on Reddit’s YouTube forum discovered a new Material look that would bring it in line with the latest version of Chrome OS and Android Marshmallow. It’s hidden in YouTube’s code, but it’s possible to unlock it from the Chrome browser’s developer tools, as shown at the top of the Reddit discussion. As noted, you’ll need to either sign out of your account or try it from Chrome’s incognito mode.

Compared to the current design, the new layout has less text and clutter. Instead, there’s a flatter design focused on icons and images, with more color and white space. For instance, our own Engadget channel has a much larger main logo, and it’s a bit easier to find channels, videos and other content. The player itself, however, remains unchanged. The new feature is obviously meant for internal testing, so there’s no way of telling when, or even if, Google will launch the new design as is. In the meantime, we’ve reached out for more info.

Via: The Verge

Source: Reddit

Famed techno DJ Richie Hawtin reveals his first mixer

The DJ mixer controls and contours all sounds. The slightest twist of a knob or the slide of a fader can change the structure of one sound to make room for another. The instrument, which is at the core of all electronic music performances, has seen a number of iterations in the last decade but has stayed limited in range and functionality. Richie Hawtin, one of the most recognizable DJs on the techno circuit, wants to change the status quo with PLAYdifferently.

Hawtin’s new technology project is the result of a partnership with British product designer Andy Rigby-Jones, who worked on Allen & Heath’s Xone mixer series for well over a decade. And it’s already seen a ton of buzz this year. The company has been teasing a new mixer that’s designed to give greater control and creative options to DJs. I recently caught up with Hawtin in a nightclub in Austin, where I got hands-on with the first model from PLAYdifferently.

Where most existing mixers are limited to four channel mixers, the new model has six stereo channels (plus two send and return channels) for more options. “Turntables, CDJs or computers, all those instruments get put together through a mixer,” says Hawtin. “It’s the heart of it all. We wanted a device where each DJ can choose what to add on.”

But the highlight of the mixer is its flexible EQ. Instead of the fixed frequencies (low, mid and high), PLAYdifferently’s device has low pass and high pass filters and a sweepable EQ for every channel. “You can contour sound but also be scientific and scope sound,” he says. “Why have only three bands of EQ? Let’s have the ability to dial into the frequency that the record needs. It’s a different mentality.”

The mixer, which will be available starting June 30th for about $3,650 (£2,500), requires a different approach to playing. But Hawtin hopes its creative flexibility will outweigh its newness. “You can’t force anything on any one but if an instrument offers a new parameter without compromising the quality of the sound, people will adopt it,” he says. “We’re hoping people will hear and feel the difference.”

The best refrigerator

By Liam McCabe

This post was done in partnership with The Sweethome, a buyer’s guide to the best things for your home. Read the full article here.

We think the best refrigerator for you is most likely the Whirlpool WRF535SMBM—a reliable, affordable, French door fridge that fits a space 36 inches wide. In addition, our 65 hours of research has shown it to be the most common size and style of fridge bought in America today.

How we picked

The two most popular refrigerator styles these days are French door (left) and the classic top freezer (right).

Picking a fridge really boils down to personal taste because most fridges work well. Depending on your budget and the amount of space you have, you’ll have dozens of fridges with different features and styles to choose from. In this guide, we recommend a few refrigerators at the most popular sizes, styles, and price points. Maybe one of them is a good fit for your home.

On the other hand, you might need a narrower or shallower fridge than we recommend, or maybe you just prefer a different style. We know that we can’t account for all the make-or-break factors for every kitchen and every family. If our picks don’t suit you or you just want to double-check our criteria, check out the “How to buy a fridge” section in our full guide.

For the specific models that we recommend, we focused on a handful of the most popular size-style-price combinations, which we gleaned from sales data provided by industry groups and manufacturers, the bestseller lists on retailers’ websites, and anecdotes from salespeople and repair technicians. We only recommend models that are available from multiple national retailers, so you should be able to find any of these in your area most of the time.

Because we don’t have the means to test fridges on our own, we got some hands-on time by checking them out in showrooms in the Boston metro area, including Sears, Lowe’s, Home Depot, and Yale Appliance + Lighting. We also considered certain details from editorial reviews, like notes about noise levels. But we mainly relied on user reviews—thousands of them—for info about reliability and other qualitative aspects of the fridges. We find that user experience, taken comprehensively, often provides the best data.

Best for most: A 36-inch French door fridge

The Whirlpool WRF535SMBM is one of the most affordable French door fridges at the most popular width (36 inches).

The Whirlpool WRF535SMBM’s build is stripped-down but solid; it feels like it can turn in years of steady service without much fuss. (It’s a newish model, so long-term data is unavailable, but it gets superior short-term reliability reviews from owners.) With about 25 cubic feet of full-width, well-distributed capacity, it should hold enough food for a family of six with room left for drinks. Energy Star gives its efficiency a stamp of approval. Noise is not a common complaint among owners, either. No fancy features other than an ice maker in the freezer, but that means fewer parts or features that can break over time. And for what it’s worth, the stainless-look, French door design should keep your kitchen looking fresh and modern for years to come.

A four-door fridge from the future

We like the Samsung RF28HMEDBSR for its versatile center drawer, blue LEDs, and silver trim.

For a big kitchen with a big budget, we’d get the 36-inch-wide Samsung RF28HMEDBSR. That’s because we love the four-door look, which is a newly popular variant on the typical three-door French door design. We also love all its little design flourishes, like blue-tinted LEDs and shelves with silver trim. Sure, the center drawer’s “flex” temperature settings are a little gimmicky, but we’d turn it up to the warmest setting and keep our fancy beers in there. The ice maker is slow and somewhat prone to jamming, but we could live with that.

Do you need to pay this much for a good refrigerator? Hell no—we just like this one. If you’re going to use something every day for the next decade, you should get something you like. You should pick whatever suits your tastes, and you have plenty of great options. Our buying guide can point out the pros and cons with most of the currently popular refrigerator designs and features.

An affordable top freezer

Most top-freezer models are pretty similar, but the GE GTS18GTHWW is among the least likely to have reliability issues.

If you’re on a budget, we recommend the GE GTS18GTHWW. As a 30-inch-wide top freezer that costs less than $600, it is the most basic (in design and price), viable fridge that most people should consider. It has all the same features as similar models, and it’s less likely to have a factory defect or other reliability issues, based on what we’ve learned from user reviews. At 17.5 cubic feet, it holds enough food for a family of four. This is also a solid pick if you’re looking for a second fridge to keep in the basement or garage, or if you need to provide a refrigerator for tenants.

A French door model for 33-inch spaces

The Whirlpool WRF532SMBx is a slimmer 33-inch version of the Whirlpool we recommend above.

For 33-inch spaces, Whirlpool makes the WRF532SMBx (the last character is a “wild card” for different finishes), a model that’s nearly identical to the wider Whirlpool that’s our main pick. The same pros and cons that apply to the WRF535SMBM also apply to this model. One catch: 33-inch fridges aren’t as in demand as 36-inch models, so prices tend to be higher despite the refrigerators being smaller.

A sleek 30-inch (or slimmer) fridge

If your kitchen is small enough that you need a 30-inch fridge, the GE GTS18GTHWW we mentioned above as our affordable top-freezer pick is a good choice.

We looked for a 30-inch model with a more modern look and better features, but nothing at the right price jumped out at us. The French door fridges at this size all cost more than comparable 33- and 36-inch models, which makes the smaller models hard to justify buying. None of the bottom-freezer models felt like they were worth the $400 premium over our budget pick. And sure, you could “go in between” and get a top freezer with a stainless finish, but we’d rather you just save the money.

Of course, none of that should stop you from getting a refrigerator you like. If you’re working with a narrow space and want something more than a boring, cheap top freezer, our buying guide may help you find it.

This guide may have been updated by The Sweethome. To see the current recommendation, please see the latest full guide.

Sony’s Google Cast speakers are ready to put music in any room

Back at CES, Sony announced new multi-room audio gear with a soundbar and two speakers to put music all over your house. Now, a few months after their debut, those devices are ready to handle tunes. As a refresher, the HT-NT5 soundbar features six speakers that are angled upward to better project sound and Sony’s so-called Super Tweeter tech to lend a hand with high-res audio. It’s also Google Cast-friendly, so streaming music, podcasts and more from the likes of Play Music, Spotify and more is a few taps away.

If speakers are what you’re after, the SRS-ZR7 and SRS-ZR5 can handle the multi-room audio duties. The larger SRS-ZR7 houses four speakers tuned to support high-res audio with S-Master HX technology that keeps noise to a minimum. It also offers an HDMI jack so you can connect directly to your TV. Need something a little more compact? The SRS-ZR5 also has an HDMI connection alongside Bluetooth and support for LDAC and NFC pairing. You can use Google Cast to beam audio to both the SRS-ZR7 and SRS-ZR5 and handle any multi-room controls and setup with Sony’s SongPal app. In fact, you can use the company’s mobile software across all three of these devices.

So, how much will these things cost? The soundbar and two speakers are on sale now online and are slated to hit shelves May 15th. As you might expect, the HT-NT5 soundbar is the priciest of the bunch, setting you back $800. The SRS-ZR7 and SRS-ZR5 speakers are priced at $300 and $200, respectively. Of course, you’ll need more than one of these for a proper multi-room setup, but you can group multiple SRS-ZR5s together in the same spot for more robust sound. If you’re looking for more info, take a look at our hands-on from CES for some initial impressions.

Sony also revealed a high-res audio turntable back at CES. Keeping its word on spring availability, the company is shipping that device this month as well. The PS-HX500 is priced at $600 and is up for sale online now. If you’ll recall, this turntable not only spins your vinyl collection, but it also digitizes those records in either DSD (up to 5.6 MHz) or WAV file formats (up to 192 KHz/24-bit). Of course, if you’re looking to take those files with you on the go, you’ll need a gadget that can play them. Sony has debuted new high-res media players over the last year, but you may have to empty your savings account to nab one.

Periscope gets an editor-in-chief to spot its best live streams

Periscope wants to not only help you share live streams, but find the best of them… and it’s willing to try unusual strategies to make that happen. Medium editor Evan Hansen has joined Periscope to become its first editor-in-chief. As he explains to CNN Money, the title isn’t as odd as it sounds at first blush. He’ll initially be “curating [the] best feeds,” making sure that you see the most interesting (and hopefully, relevant) real-time video. Hansen adds that there’s “lots of potential room” to grow, so his role may expand as he settles in.

The move might be crucial to keeping Periscope (and by extension, Twitter) ahead of the curve. Facebook is pushing more and more into the livestreaming realm, and discovery is a big part of that. An editor-in-chief gives Periscope a fighting chance at capturing your attention, and reduces the odds that you’ll drift over to Facebook simply because you’ve run out of exciting feeds to watch.

Via: The Verge

Source: Evan Hansen (Medium), CNN Money