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Dec

Twelve South Launches BookBook and All-New Journal Case for iPhone 7


Twelve South today launched the latest in its line of BookBook cases, this one for the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Like previous editions, the new BookBook includes wallet slots for credit cards and a driver’s license, all housed in a vintage leather-bound case that looks like an old novel. A removable shell protects the iPhone 7 both inside of and out of BookBook, and the case can fold into a stand for the smartphone when viewing videos.

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The company noted that the design for iPhone 7 does have a few differences this time around, including:

  • Upgraded card slot and wallet design to prevent stretching and pilling
  • Dark interior finish to better resist dirt and dust
  • All-new Book spine design to add variety to your library

Additionally, Twelve South is launching “Journal for iPhone,” a new leather-bound wallet case that’s made exclusively for iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. Journal is a more basic leather case that doesn’t have BookBook’s novel aesthetic, but matches that case’s design with credit card slots, a detachable composite shell, and built-in viewing stand.

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Since 2010, Twelve South has curated a library of cases called BookBook. We are pleased to announce today that not only do we have your favorite vintage BookBook available for the iPhone 7, but we are also introducing an all-new edition called Journal. Modernizing the story, Journal is our newest and most luxurious case. Crafted in full-grain leather covering both inside and out, this handsome folio presents a more refined, clean design. Like BookBook, Journal features slots for cards, cash and ID, streamlining your everyday carry in style.

BookBook for iPhone 7 is available for $59.99 in black and brown, while Journal for iPhone is available for $69.99 in black and cognac.

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15
Dec

Apple to Charge $69 to Replace a Lost or Broken AirPod


On its iPhone Service Pricing page, Apple recently updated its repair and replacement costs for AirPods, which went on sale earlier this week.

Apple doesn’t appear to be offering AppleCare+ for AirPods, instead providing a standard one-year warranty that’s available on all Apple products. If the AirPods need service during that one year period, all work will be covered for free.

After the one-year warranty has expired, Apple will charge a $69 fee for out-of-warranty service repairs. Battery service for AirPods that lose battery capacity is free during the one-year warranty period or $49 out of warranty.

If you lose or damage one of the AirPods or the charging case, Apple will charge $69 for a replacement, regardless of whether or not the AirPods are still under warranty. The pricing in Apple’s support document is U.S. pricing, and will vary based on country.

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AirPods first went on sale Tuesday morning with shipment dates as early as December 21, but supplies were quickly exhausted. Within an hour, delivery estimates slipped to December 29, and shortly after that, fell again to four weeks.

AirPods orders placed today in the United States will not ship out for six weeks, arriving to customers towards the end of January. Apple is expected to start offering AirPods in stores starting next week, so customers who did not get a chance to pre-order may still be able to get a set of AirPods.

Apple has said stores will be receiving “regular AirPods shipments,” but supplies are likely to be tight as demand is high.

Priced at $159, AirPods are wire-free Bluetooth-equipped headphones that are able to provide up to five hours of music playback. AirPods use a new Apple-designed W1 chip to quickly switch between devices, and include features like touch-based controls and Siri. AirPods charge via an included charging case and a Lightning cable.
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Dec

‘Super Mario Run’ Launches on App Store for iPhone and iPad


Super Mario Run is now available on the App Store for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, becoming the first official smartphone and tablet game to feature the iconic Nintendo character. The game is a free download with a $10 in-app purchase required to unlock all 24 courses spanning six worlds.

The classic endless runner is designed for one-handed gameplay. Mario runs forward automatically as players tap to jump, collect coins, pounce on Goombas, avoid obstacles, and reach the flagpole at the end of each course before the timer runs out. Ultimately, Mario must rescue Princess Peach from the infamous Bowser.

Mario automatically vaults over small obstacles, including Goombas, while players can tap over enemies to perform a vault jump. As the levels get more difficult, players will be tasked with performing long jumps, walking over blocks that launch Mario in a particular direction, and other challenges.


Mario can jump off walls and perform a number of stylish moves as players aim to collect pink or purple challenge coins along the way. Challenge coins are often placed near ledges or other difficult to reach areas, requiring an element of skill and precision to collect them all.

A challenge mode called Toad Rally allows players to compete with friends or strangers to see who can obtain the highest score. Players must collect coins and perform stylish moves as usual to attract the largest crowd of Toad spectators in order to win. There is no flagpole in this mode, so players keep running until time runs out.

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Toad Rally requires Rally Tickets, which can be acquired in a variety of ways, such as clearing worlds or through bonus games in your own kingdom.

There is also a Kingdom Builder mode, enabling players to create their own kingdom and customize it using coins and toads gathered in Toad Rally, which become part of the kingdom. Placing certain buildings can unlock bonus mini-games and characters such as Luigi, Yoshi, and Toad.

Due to piracy and security concerns, Super Mario Run requires an internet connection to play. iOS devices must be connected to Wi-Fi or a cellular network during gameplay, largely ruling out usage on airplanes or subways. It is also a blow to SIM-less iPhone and iPod touch users when Wi-Fi is unavailable.


Super Mario Run signifies a change in stance for Nintendo, which for years refused to consider releasing its popular franchises such as Mario, Pokémon, and The Legend of Zelda on smartphones and tablets, instead limiting the titles to its own consoles such as the Wii and Nintendo 3DS.

Apple and Nintendo have been aggressively marketing the game since it was unveiled in September, with prominent App Store banners, teaser videos, and an on-stage demo on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Some analysts believe Super Mario Run could top summer phenomenon Pokémon Go in downloads, but not revenue.

Super Mario Run is rolling out now on the App Store in more than 151 countries. The game can also be demoed at Apple retail stores.

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Dec

Portal Home Wi-Fi System review – CNET


The Good The Portal has fast speed and far-reaching Wi-Fi coverage. The system has both a web interface and a mobile app and doesn’t require an account to work.

The Bad The web interface lacks some fairly typical Wi-Fi features and the mobile app is buggy. You can only use the app on a single mobile device. It requires you to change your settings in order for it to be compatible with all 5GHz devices. The system has terrible signal handoff.

The Bottom Line Though fast, the Portal has too many niggling issues that prevent it from being a seamless experience. Go with the Google Wifi or the Netgear Orbi instead.

When I first learned about the Portal a few months ago, it was intended to be a single Wi-Fi router. Now Ignition Design Labs has reintroduced it as a mesh system, meaning you can use a second unit to extend its Wi-Fi network.

While it works fine as a single router, it’s not a well thought-out or well tested mesh Wi-Fi system. And it certainly isn’t worthy of its current price of around $180 for a single unit or $319 for a set of two.

Why should I care about yet another Wi-Fi system?

Good question. What makes the Portal different from the most Wi-Fi routers is a dynamic frequency selection (DFS) mechanism Ignition Design Labs calls FastLanes. The router can use Wi-Fi channels that were previously only available to radar systems to boost speed at peak times (around 6-8 p.m. wherever you live). This means that FastLanes will only benefit those who’ve had speed or connection problems during peak times in the past. I personally didn’t see any improvement at home, but your mileage will vary depending your internet speed and how congested the air space in your neighborhood is.

The real problem with Fastlanes, however, is that not every product is compatible with it. Here’s a short list of those that aren’t and therefore will only connect to the 2.4GHz frequency band of the Portal (FastLanes is only available on the 5GHz band.) Since the the 2.4GHz’s airspace is almost always congested, which is why we need the 5GHz band in the first place, FastLanes will mean extremely slow Wi-Fi for certain devices.

FastLanes is turned on by default. When turned off, the Portal will support all existing devices.

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The Portal system includes two identical units.

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OK, here’s what’s (mostly) good

Simple setup

Setting up the Portal is similar to that of the Google Wifi or the Eero. But you don’t need to create an account with Ignition Design Labs. As with most home routers, the system does not require you to connect to the vendor in order to work.

The Portal mobile app (available for Android and iOS) was buggy, however. I used it on a Pixel XL and the interface would freeze while applying changes or switching from one section to another. Still, it took me just 10 minutes to set up the first router. Basically, all I had to do was pick a name and a password for the Wi-Fi network.

Adding a second unit to create a mesh system took me much longer but most of the time was spent on waiting for the system to be ready. The process itself was still simple and relatively straightforward.

Good performance

Supporting AC2400 Wi-Fi, the Portal performed well both as a single router and a mesh Wi-Fi system. As a single router, it has a top sustained real-world Wi-Fi speed of more than 540 megabits per second. As a Wi-Fi system, when connected to the second unit, the top speed fell to just 244Mbps, due to signal loss. Signal loss is a common phenomenon of Wi-Fi systems, when the “satellite” unit needs to both receive and rebroadcast the Wi-Fi signal from the first router unit at any given time, resulting in some 50 percent efficiency reduction. Dynamic frequency selection (FastLanes) is supposed to mitigate this phenomenal but it doesn’t seem help in the Portal’s case.

The Portal has good range. As a single unit, it could cover about 2,800 square feet of a residential setting with strong a Wi-Fi signal, with two units combined into a mesh network, you now can cover easily around 5,000 square feet or even more.

15
Dec

Denon AH-D7200 Release Date, Price and Specs – CNET


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Denon’s new reference headphone ships in January for $999.

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Denon has a new high-end headphone coming this January — the AH-D7200 — and from its design and specs it seems worth keeping an eye on, if you’re in the market for a $999 headphone. (There’s no word on international pricing but we’ll add it when we get it. It converts to £800 or AU$1,400.)

Designed for “discerning audiophiles,” it’s got a classic reference headphone look with real walnut housings and Denon’s FreeEdge nano-fiber drive units. The earpads use Japanese-developed soft synthetic leather covers that have been designed for maximum comfort, according to Denon.

We’ll let you know how the AH-D7200 sounds and feels and soon as we get our hands on a review sample.

The AH-D7200 at a glance:

  • 50mm FreeEdge Driver Technology made from nano-fiber material
  • Real wood earcups
  • 385 grams (13.6 ounces) excluding cable
  • Ultra high-quality connection with 7N oxygen-free copper cable
  • Earcups are suspended on ergonomically curved, diecast aluminium hangers
  • Headband is finished in real sheepskin leather
  • Memory-foam ear-cushions are trimmed with artificial leather chosen for its softness and durability
  • Fit and side pressure optimized for the widest possible range of head sizes and shapes
  • Price: $999
  • Shipping in January 2017
15
Dec

Best Samsung Tablet


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For the best mix of power and portability, Samsung’s top tablet is the Galaxy Tab S2 8.0.

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Best overall

Galaxy Tab S2 8.0

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Samsung has hit a great balance of size and portability with the Tab S2 8.0, which of course has an 8-inch display. It’s notably bigger than even the biggest phones out there, giving you plenty of screen real estate to work with, but it’s also extremely thin and light so you can use it in one hand if you want. The metal body is simple and strong, and you get a fingerprint sensor below the screen to keep all of your information safe.

On the inside you get a capable processor, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, which is plenty for a Wi-Fi only tablet, and you also get Samsung’s latest Marshmallow software that’s relatively clean and very powerful. It’s all powering a very nice 2048×1536 Super AMOLED display that’s a bit wider than what you may be used to, but it’s actually a good thing — it means the Tab S2 8.0 feels comfortable in both portrait and landscape orientation.

Yes it’s a year old at this point, but Samsung hasn’t made anything better in the last year … and the Tab S2 8.0 is still a very capable tablet, especially if you find it on discount from its original $399 price.

Bottom line: If you like Samsung’s hardware and software, this is the tablet to get.

One more thing: Because it’s a year old, it’s unfortunately still using a Micro-USB charger.

Why the Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 is the best

Android tablets with big screens and high price tags have always been a tough sell, so models with smaller screens and lower prices have hit a nice middle ground overall. Not only are they cheaper, but they’re also easier to use and cover up some of the shortcomings that still exist today in the Android app catalogue.

The Tab S2 8.0 is amazingly thin and light, which makes it perfect for using in portrait mode — even with one hand — for reading, browsing or typing out quick messages and emails. The screen is fantastic, and the slightly unconventional 4:3 aspect ration means it’s still “wide” enough when in portrait mode, while giving you enough room to use side-by-side multi-window apps when in landscape. The battery isn’t huge considering that minimal thickness and weight, but that’s a fine trade-off for a device you’re likely to use casually and let sleep most of the time.

From our full Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 review:

The Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 is thin, light, powerful, has a great screen, and is sprinkled with extra features like a fingerprint sensor, good battery life, a decent rear-facing camera and a solid side-by-side app implementation.

Samsung’s newest software offering, based on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, closely matches that of what’s available on the Galaxy S7 today, which is to say it’ll be familiar to Samsung users while also being powerful and relatively sleek. And because these are Wi-Fi-only, you won’t have any carrier bloatware to deal with.

While it isn’t the biggest tablet out there, the Galaxy Tab S2 offers the best combination of size, portability, features and price that you can get from Samsung.

Best bigger screen

Galaxy Tab S2 9.7

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As the name would lead you to believe, this is the same tablet as our top pick, but with a larger 9.7-inch display that goes toe-to-toe with the iPad. You get the same hardware internals, same great external metal build and fingerprint sensor, but it’s all wrapped around a larger display that can better handle multiple windows.

The larger screen is also better suited for landscape orientation, especially when paired up with a keyboard from either Samsung or one of its partners. The keyboards slickly snap onto the back of the tablet with included snap points, meaning you don’t have to have a big bulky case wrapped around it just to have a keyboard. When you combine the two pieces, you have something approximating a tiny laptop, letting you type and work better than you ever could on a small tablet with a virtual keyboard.

You pay more for the bigger real estate and the keyboard accessories aren’t included, but if you want something bigger then this is your go-to choice from Samsung.

Bottom line: For the same great Tab S2 experience with a bigger screen that can work with a keyboard, the 9.7-inch version is the one to get.

One more thing: Be sure to check out the various keyboard offerings available for the Tab S2 — you don’t have to buy the one from Samsung.

Best for less

Galaxy Tab A 10.1

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We get it, Samsung’s top-end tablets also come with top-end prices. If you don’t want to shell out $500+ for a big Galaxy Tab S2, we wouldn’t blame you for looking at the Galaxy Tab A series instead. If you want the Samsung software and design at a lower price, we recommend the Galaxy Tab A 10.1, which comes in at $299 retail.

So where does it make those savings? Well, a little bit of everywhere. The Galaxy Tab A 10.1 has a lower-resolution 1920×1200 display, a bit lower-end processor, less RAM at 2GB and less storage at 16GB. It also lacks a fingerprint sensor.

But in general, while it doesn’t have the highest-end specs and features, it can still get the job done for someone who wants a big tablet for casual browsing and media reading. The 10.1-inch display will give you more than enough room to run multiple windows at once, though it won’t be as portable as something like the Tab S2 8.0.

Bottom line: To get the best bang for your buck with a big screen, you’ll want the Galaxy Tab A 10.1.

One more thing: Because of the 16GB internal storage, you’ll want to invest a little in a microSD card to expand for media.

Conclusion

If you want a Samsung tablet that’s fast, feature-packed and with a great screen that’s also light and portable, your best option is the Galaxy Tab S2 8.0. You can get a bigger display with the Tab S2 9.7, or save some money with the Tab A 10.1, but the best overall offering is the Tab S2 8.0.

Best overall

Galaxy Tab S2 8.0

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Samsung has hit a great balance of size and portability with the Tab S2 8.0, which of course has an 8-inch display. It’s notably bigger than even the biggest phones out there, giving you plenty of screen real estate to work with, but it’s also extremely thin and light so you can use it in one hand if you want. The metal body is simple and strong, and you get a fingerprint sensor below the screen to keep all of your information safe.

On the inside you get a capable processor, 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, which is plenty for a Wi-Fi only tablet, and you also get Samsung’s latest Marshmallow software that’s relatively clean and very powerful. It’s all powering a very nice 2048×1536 Super AMOLED display that’s a bit wider than what you may be used to, but it’s actually a good thing — it means the Tab S2 8.0 feels comfortable in both portrait and landscape orientation.

Yes it’s a year old at this point, but Samsung hasn’t made anything better in the last year … and the Tab S2 8.0 is still a very capable tablet, especially if you find it on discount from its original $399 price.

Bottom line: If you like Samsung’s hardware and software, this is the tablet to get.

One more thing: Because it’s a year old, it’s unfortunately still using a Micro-USB charger.

15
Dec

Grab the Samsung Gear VR from eBay for just $48


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Get the Gear VR for just $48.

If you’re interested in picking up a Samsung Gear VR, you’ll want to head to eBay. The retailer is selling the VR headset for $48, a $51 discount from its usual retail price of $99. The eBay deal is better than Samsung’s own Black Friday offering, which saw the VR headset on sale for $59.

The headset connects via micro-USB to the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Note 5, S6 edge+, Galaxy S6, and the S6 edge. If you’ve got an eligible device and are yet to make the jump, now’s as good a time as any to get your hands on the Gear VR.

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Samsung Gear VR

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  • Gear VR review
  • The Best games for Samsung Gear VR
  • Inside Samsung’s Gear VR web browser
  • Gear VR vs. Google Cardboard

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15
Dec

Manually flashing the Nougat beta for Galaxy S7? Here’s what you need to know


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Right now you can only download an old beta version of Nougat for the GS7 — and unless you’re in the beta program, you won’t be able to get OTAs.

With the arrival of Android 7.0 Nougat in beta form for the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, many GS7 owners are eager to try out the new software, and with it the updated Samsung Experience 8. After all, there’s a lot of great new stuff to see. But there’s one big limitation right now that may give you pause if you’re thinking about manually flashing one of the leaked ROMs.

If you want over-the-air updates for your Nougat beta, you’ll need to play by Samsung’s rules.

Right now, because Samsung likes to keep its cards close to its chest, only the first beta build — build ZPK1 — has made its way out into the wild. That’s the build with the light-blue (as opposed to white) quick settings, and a crashy Facebook app. None of the subsequent three builds — including the most recent ZPL3 — have leaked. So if you’re flashing any of the leaked GS7 or GS7 edge builds via the ODIN utility, you’re getting an older version.

And that’s kind of a problem, because in order to receive over-the-air beta updates, you need to be a member of Samsung’s Galaxy Beta program. No beta program membership? You’ll be stuck on the first beta, and you’ll need to manually update to the final Nougat build once it’s available, or flash the latest Marshmallow firmware for your phone to downgrade.

The first beta still works relatively well — Facebook crashes notwithstanding — and gives you a decent preview of many of the features we’re expecting to see in the final GS7 Nougat update.

But if you’re looking for a steady path through the GS7 beta program, you’ll need to play by Samsung’s rules.

Android Nougat

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Dec

Jerry’s Favorite Tech of 2016


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2016 Jerry’s Favorite Tech

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Everything we do at Android Central revolves around technology. The phones, the accessories, computers and all the cool gear and toys that work with them are our passions. Besides seeing what makes them tick and helping everyone understand so we all can get the most from them, letting you know what we think is the best is an important goal we all share.

If you need an idea or recommendation of what to buy for that tech lover in your life, here are the things I’ve used throughout 2016 that I think belong on any best-of list!

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Google Pixel

The best of Google, from Google. The Pixel and Pixel XL. The Pixel is the perfect way to keep what’s on the screen as the focus instead of buttons and settings and extras that so many companies add to the experience. Google’s Pixel has the best camera of any phone you can buy, an amazing screen and is in a class by itself when it comes to being responsive. To top it all off, it’s the only phone you can buy that’s up to date with all the features and security Android has to offer.

From $649 Buy Now

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BlackBerry DTEK60

BlackBerry still sells phones, and their latest is one of the best they have ever offered. The DTEK60 might have an odd name, but the powerful processor and attention to detail in the software make it the perfect phone for anyone who is all-in with BlackBerry’s HUB and the way your messages seamlessly integrate along with the people who send them. BlackBerry’s legacy of security makes it a great option for anyone who needs a phone designed for communication.

$499 Buy Now

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ASUS Chromebook Flip

The ASUS Chromebook Flip is not only a great small Chromebook, it is the best Android tablet you can buy today. Everything Chrome has to offer while you’re working or playing online or offline is there, along with the ability to run Android apps. The 10-inch size makes it perfect for anyone who is on-the-go often, and the price makes it perfect for anyone’s first Chromebook.

$259 Buy Now

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Chromecast Audio

Plug it into any pair of speakers on an audio receiver and you can cast your music from most any source using your phone, Chromebook or any computer using the Chrome browser. The Chromecast Audio is easy to use and sounds great.

$35 Buy Now

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Google Wifi

Google Wifi is a great wireless router that will meet the needs of most any household, but its real strength is how easy everything is to set up and use. The Google Wifi app walks you though anything you want to do and the process is seamless and painless. Anyone who wants Wi-Fi that just works in their house will love it.

From $129 Buy Now

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Raspberry Pi

The Raspberry Pi continues to be the go-to product for any budding maker, and the latest version of the kit board is no exception. More powerful than ever, the Raspberry Pi is the perfect introduction to complex ideas like circuit design and programming, and the practical uses make learning both fun and productive.

$39 Buy Now

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Storz & Bickel Crafty

The Crafty is the best portable vaporizer for any herbs or concentrates that you can buy. It’s easy to fill, has a long-lasting battery and provides excellent integration with any Android or iPhone to adjust your settings through it’s own native app.The Crafty is the perfect size, and it’s from the folks who introduced us to the Volcano years ago, so you know the Crafty will last a lifetime.

$339 Buy Now

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Acer Chromebook R13

The Acer R13 is a great Chromebook all around. The 13 inch size is the sweet spot for many users, it’s well-built and looks great and has the power inside to run everything well. Android apps extend the Chrome software and you’ll find your favorite apps and games from Google Play. The moderate price makes the R13 a great way to experience everything a Chromebook has to offer.

$399 Buy Now

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Escort Passport 8500X50

Anyone who spends a lot of time on the road can benefit from a radar detector, and the X band, K band and Ka band Escort X50 Black is one of the best available at any price. The features you need like laser detection and auto sensitivity are there, and the X 50 is easy to program and set up. And at $150, it costs less than the ticket you might get without it.

$150 Buy Now

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BeyerDynamic and FiiO portable audio bundle

A set of 250 OHM BeyerDynamic DT880 headphones and a FiiO Mont Blanc DAC make for a great way to listen to high-res audio from any source. This combo is great for folks looking for premium sound from the phone they like to use, as well as the next phone they buy. It’s also great for listening to music from your computer or any portable media player. Matching the right components is key if you want superior audio, and this bundle takes the guesswork out of the picture.

$279 Buy Now

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Aukey Mechanical Keyboard

As someone who types for a living, a good keyboard is important to me. I was surprised at how much I liked the Aukey Mechanical Keyboard when I first started using it, but I’m not surprised that I’m still using it every day. It’s the best value of any mechanical keyboard I’ve used, and delivers exactly the click and feedback you expect from “stiff” switches. RGB color changing is pretty cool, too.

$60 Buy Now

15
Dec

Win some amazing tech prizes in time for Christmas!


‘Tis the season to be jolly, and at Pocket-lint we’re feeling very jovial indeed. We’ve asked around some of our industry friends to round up some seriously prizes for you to win in the run up to Christmas. They’re not just any prizes either, as only the finest kit will do. We’ve got smartphones, soundbars, headphones and even a whole year of Sky Q for free!

Up for grabs is a Huawei Mate 9 smartphone, one of our favourites of 2016. It has a gorgeous full HD display and a terrific dual camera lens setup. It can yours by answering a very simple question.

If that’s not enough to tempt you, we’ve also managed to secure 30 AliveLabs discovAR 4D colouring books for your child and their whole class! Kids can draw pictures in the books then use an app to watch them transform into 3D and 4D animated objects. They’re very, very cool.

Like the idea of listening to your music without any distraction from outside noise? You’ll want to win a pair of Bose QuietComfort 35s then. Just one simple question separates you from noise isolated bliss.

Do you sometimes struggle with directions when in the car? A sat nav is a must-have in-car gadget. We’ve got one of the finest up for grabs, a TomTom Go 620. It has live traffic information, built-in Wi-Fi for easy updates and quarterly map updates for free.

If a new TV is on your Christmas list this year, we hate to tell you that the sound probably won’t cut the mustard when you settle down to watch a film. Don’t worry though, because the Cambridge TVB2 soundbar can step in to add some extra oomph to your shows and movies.

Sky Q has recently arrived to take the crown for the best TV service in the UK. We’ve teamed up with Sky to offer you the chance to win Sky Q with Ultra HD programmes, Sky Sports and Sky Cinema free for a whole year! You’ll be the envy of all your friends, although you will need to supply your own 4K TV.

Head to our dedicated competitions page now to enter any or all of the competitions to be in with a chance of winning these fantastic prizes.