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This year has been great in terms of phones, especially if we consider just low-cost smartphones . There are devices existing in the market that have the latest mid-range processors, priced affordably. The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 is the most recent example of one such phone. But unfortunately, it costs Rs 11,000 while we are listing phones under Rs 10,000. Moreover, there is a lot to come in the coming days. We were expecting the Moto G6 series to debut under the given budget, but the cheapest it could go is Rs 11,999 with the G6 Play. If you're fine with a phone that offers good value for money and handles mild usage with ease, you can take a look the phones below. They are priced under Rs 10,000 and do everything you expect from a phone at this range. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/E89K7WdCAfkAuURVPb49e.jpg Xiaomi has added the new Redmi 6 Pro smartphone to its sub 10K lineup this time. It's the first Pro smartphone in the segment, and it justifies to the name with some promising specs on paper and reliable real life performance. It gets the notch design, being the first from the company to have the feature, a 4000mAh battery and last years most reliable mid-range chipset Snapdragon 625 with 3/4GB of RAM and a full HD display. For its price, it's a steal. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/z2twvVtdTjkfHvXLvLw6UC.jpg The Redmi Y2 is a big upgrade over its predecessor for sure, but the benchmark at this price is the Redmi Note 5 or the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1. If compared to Redmi Note 5, it's more feature rich and balanced. The ZenFone Max Pro has an advantage of a bigger battery and superior chipset, but if camera is a concern, the Y2 looks like a better fit. Read Redmi Y2 Review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XTjBoyK6nZfixNVRwZMyVW.jpg For just Rs 9,999, the Redmi Note 5 replaces the Note 4 for the top spot. The new phone is an update over its predecessor. It has a 18:9 display with a slightly better camera and software optimizations. The smartphone has everything that one expects from a phone of this range. The Snapdragon 625 with 3GB RAM is good enough sail through intensive usage with a phenomenal full day battery life. Read Redmi Note 5 review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bv8NVi49HNBNL4dYVDeLZZ.jpg Interested in buying a smartphone with a notch but don't want to spend too much? Huawei's Honor brand has a smartphone for you in the form of Honor 9N. The Honor 9N features a 5.84-inch display with Full HD+ resolution and is powered by an octa-core Kirin 659 chipset, paired with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage. Another highlight of the Honor 9N is its dual camera setup on the back - there is a 13MP primary camera along with a 2MP secondary camera. On the front, the phone has a 16MP camera for handling your selfie needs. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jYawxPDSNdf2VpeX2E2Rsg.jpg The Honor 7C offers face unlock, dual rear cameras and a big screen on a serious budget, and that makes it an interesting handset. It's great to see features filter down price tiers, and Honor is leading the charge at the budget end of the market with the 7C. If you're funds are limited, this is a phone that should be worth considering. Read Honor 7C review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d6ZsU3W79ByFbtQfPh6sKM.jpg The Moto E5 is a toned down variant of the Moto E5 Plus. The E5 Plus is a better choice among the two, but it's the E5 that falls under Rs 10,000 price bracket. It's a pretty nice looking phone than most its competitors, and it brings the simplicity of stock Android experience. The Redmi 5 is a better option if power is preference, but the E5 dominates with its solid battery life and better design. Review- Moto E5 Best phones under Rs 15,000 in India for 2018http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/Ojr8wxNuEPE

If you like an audience for your virtual reality antics, then you’ll doubtless be pleased to learn that the Oculus Rift is about to offer all users the ability to livestream to Facebook. Yes, the first update of 2019 for the Oculus Rift– which is available on the public test channel now, and will roll out later in January for everyone – introduces streaming to Facebook Live, assuming that the game or app you are running supports the feature. Your Facebook audience will see exactly what you’re experiencing in virtual reality with a live broadcast. The caveat, as mentioned, is that developers have to opt-in and support the live streaming feature for their apps. Currently, hundreds of apps apparently have support ready to roll, and they include Echo VR, VR Sports Challenge, and Wild West shooter Dead & Buried. If you want to show off to your friends, family, or anyone else who cares to watch, simply head to the Dash Menu when you’re in VR and hit the Livestream to Facebook button. It’s as easy as that. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QQcpB4RJj4YGwdGhFocSRE.jpg Virtual housekeepingOculus is also introducing Public Homes with this update, and as the name suggests, this means you can open your VR Home to visitors by flicking a switch to make it public. Users will be given recommendations of Public Homes they might want to visit, and the idea is to make it easy to find folks who share your interests. And of course you may get some inspiration for how to do-up your own VR space by looking at other people’s homes. Public Homes will arrive with a raft of tools to manage your privacy and give you control over the guest list of visitors, so you can decline a request to look at your space, or indeed disable the public option entirely, should you think better of it down the line. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cicZ8AfTvuhffvmuazQPLE.jpg Furthermore, it’s possible to report any abuse you get from visitors intent on griefing and the like, and you can mute them, too, if necessary. As with Facebook livestreaming, this is still in beta and only available to testers right now, with a broader rollout to the general Oculus Rift population expected later in January. Which is the best VR headset? HTC Vive vs Oculus RiftVia Engadget http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/4Tq2UXtkzmg

How much have TVs really changed in the last few decades? While we’ve seen incredible enhancements in picture quality, pixel density, color gamuts and panel technology over the years, there’s only so much the humble television has been able to change about its shape. Sure, TVs are generally slimmer, wider, and with an average picture quality we could only have dreamed of when flat screen televisions first hit the market. At the end of the day, though, you’re looking at the same old rectangles we had in the 00s and 90s. It’s only now that TV manufacturers have the sophisticated manufacturing to offer something new, and our time at CES 2019, the world’s largest tech expo, has shown us that the air is buzzing with TV revolution. Roll, fold, and click into placeThe TVs of tomorrow are increasingly experimenting with new shapes, sizes, and forms. We were struck by the LG Signature Series OLED R, a rollable television that unfurls out of a box at the touch of a button, offering practical use of space and an innovative form factor far beyond the rest of its OLED TV range. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eHSYywio6QVpA9Rpocbh8W.jpg LG Signature Series OLED R, all rolled out Samsung, meanwhile, has been showing off the latest version of its modular MicroLED panel technology. Consisting of millions of tiny LEDs that can be turned on and off individually, in a detachable lattice of screens that can come apart for a personalized size and shape, this tech offers a whole new way of looking at your television and the ways it can fit into your home. There’s a whopping 219-inch model called The Wall, while a comparatively compact 75-inch version – one you might actually be able to fit into your living room – is branded as The Window. As astronomically large as these sets may seem to some, the modular nature of Samsung's panels will give you a lot of leeway as to the actual size of your television. Why not a 40-inch set when half-watching Youtube videos, and an 75-inch set for big sports matches or 4K films? Samsung's new Wall and Window sizes may not have confirmed release dates, but will likely join the existing 146-inch model in the coming year or so – while LG's rollable OLED is set to hit the market in the second half of 2019. These technologies are imminent, and could truly shake up our expectations of what a television should be. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3C8u4pysCpsAA8SebLrVT5.jpg Samsung's 219-inch The Wall, in all its super-size glory Thank you, nextOf course, it’s easy to dismiss either rollable or modular televisions as a gimmick. Whether or not your TV rolls, folds, or crumbles into little pieces, you’ll be using it for the same thing, in the same way: staring at a box. And use of these new technologies will, for the near future, likely be restricted to those with a lot of cash to burn. In the next decade, though, as flexible screen technologies get progressively cheaper to manufacture, we could well see folding, rolling, and modular screens trickle down into more mid-range, mainstream televisions – just as we’re seeing with the advent of 4K resolution, smart TV platforms, or even QLED panels. And when we get to that stage, there’s no telling how new screen technologies could change the way we watch and interact with our televisions. In the middle of a Netflix episode? Why not break off a square from your television to take on the tube? Or tug a flat TV screen into a curved gaming monitor when it gets to the late hours? Flexible screens and hardware make for flexible use, and it’s only when these new form factors get widespread that we’ll realise just how much potential they could have. Until then, our regular old rectangle will have to do. Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/_EmkfiBv8bQ

New Samsung Galaxy S10 leaks point to big changes for the smartphones in 2019, with a fresh all-screen display and a 'hole punch' front-facing camera embedded in the top right corner of the screen. The rumored Galaxy S10 is shaping up to be a more significant upgrade compared to last year's relatively incremental upgrade from the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S9. You'll be able to tell the difference between this year's phone and last year's handset if all of the leaks so far turn out to be true. Of course, a new look means that the Samsung Galaxy S10 price may be higher, and yet the release date may be right around the corner. With a late February launch and March release date expected, you're going to have to save up your money now. We're keeping our eye on all the Samsung Galaxy S10 leaks and compiling them right here for you, with our expert analysis guiding you to which Galaxy S10 rumors are worth noting, and which ones you can file away under 'never gonna happen.' Update: New rumors reveal the possible sizes of the batteries in the Samsung Galaxy S10 range. Plus, we now have more information about the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite. Current Samsung Galaxy S10 rumors suggest a phone with a bigger screen that might feature a pinhole for the camera instead of a notch, potentially allowing Samsung to all but eliminate bezels. In addition to reducing the top bezel by moving to an in-display pinhole camera, the new phone may boast an in-screen fingerprint scanner. The phone's Snapdragon 855 chipset (expected in the US variant at least) supports ultrasonic fingerprint sensor technology. It also supports more camera, with rumors suggesting anywhere from three to six. Here then, are all the Samsung Galaxy S10 leaks so far. And keep this page bookmarked - we'll be adding to it whenever we hear anything new. We're also expecting to see the bigger Samsung Galaxy S10 PlusCut to the chaseWhat is it? Samsung's next Galaxy S flagshipWhat will it cost? It's sure to be very expensiveWhen is it out? Probably early 2019Samsung Galaxy S10 release dateHottest leaks: Galaxy S10 launch date could be February 20, 2019Expect leaks or hints at either CES or in the lead up to MWC 2019The Samsung Galaxy S10 launch date is is likely to be in early 2019. More specifically we'll probably see it at MWC 2019, which takes place from February 25-28. Not only does more than one leaker claim we'll see it then – or before, on February 20 – but Samsung announced the Galaxy S9 range at MWC 2018, so the 2019 show is the most likely release date. Or, more specifically, the day before is, as Samsung often holds press events just before MWC kicks off. Samsung doesn't always announce its Galaxy S flagships there, but recent models have all been announced in the first few months of the year, so we'd be surprised if we don't see the Samsung Galaxy S10 by the end of March 2019. We're highly unlikely to see it in January at CES 2019 as one rumor claims, as it's simply too early and CES isn't a show where major smartphones tend to get launched. Whenever it does land, it's likely to be sold by EE in the UK, as the network already lets you register for updates on the handset. That said, we'd expect just about all networks to offer the S10. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9JZuefAXXz3RpWitm47XVA.jpg Samsung's next S model will likely land in early 2019 Samsung Galaxy S10 priceHottest leaks: Samsung Galaxy S10 price expected to rise to $779 / £799When the S10 does go on sale it's sure to cost a lot, at least for the higher-end models, the most basic version might be fairly reasonable (if still expensive) though. One price rumor puts the budget Galaxy S10 Lite model at $650-$750 (roughly £500-£585 / AU$900-AU$1,040), while another rumor has the Samsung Galaxy S10 price rise to £799 which will likely be around $779 (around AU$1,400) for the 128GB variant and £999 for 512GB of storage. Samsung Galaxy S10 rangeSamsung Galaxy S10 - the standard Samsung flagshipSamsung Galaxy S10 Plus - a bigger screen and potentially better camerasSamsung Galaxy S10 Lite - a less powerful, smaller, cheaper modelThe Samsung Galaxy S10 is unlikely to arrive alone, with a trio of handsets tipped to launch at the firm's next Unpacked event. While we've become used to seeing a pair of Samsung flagships launch together each year as far back as the Galaxy S6 in 2015, this time around all the Galaxy S10 leaks are pointing towards three phones. There's the standard Samsung Galaxy S10 that's detailed here, along with the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus and a new entry in the Galaxy S10 Lite - a smaller, low resolution and likely lesser powered handsets at a hopefully more affordable price point. But wait - we could even get a fourth Galaxy S10 handsets, as rumors of a big-screened, 5G variant have also begun to crop up. This Samsung 5G prototype phone has a notch... in the cornerSamsung Galaxy S10 design and displayHottest leaks: Three different screen sizesA camera cut-out in the screenA 19:9 aspect ratio and 1440 x 3040 resolutionThe first alleged Samsung Galaxy photo look arrived as we rang in 2019, and it shows a more expansive all-screen display, one that displaces the top bezel in favor of a tiny front-facing camera embedded into the top right side of the screen. This is Samsung's answer to the notch cut out, and you can expect the company to come up with a clever name for this black hole that disrupts its Infinity Display. This leak matches previous case renders which include parts of the phone. You can see them below and will note that there's a cut-out in the top left corner of the screen for a single-lens camera, while on the back there are three cameras. That back looks to be glass and the frame is likely metal. You can also see it alongside the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (which sports a similar design) and the S10 Plus, which adds extra cameras. We've also had a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus, thanks to some leaked renders which you can see below. The renders, which come from a fairly reliable source (@OnLeaks) show a handset with an angular Galaxy Note-like design, but more importantly it has a camera cutout in the screen. This is a new idea for Samsung and it's a bigger cut-out than you might have expected, as it's housing two cameras. However, the bezels around the screen are tiny at least. The back of the Galaxy S10 Plus shown here has a quad-lens camera arranged horizontally and is shown in both black and 'Ice Blue'. Note that originally renders showing a triple-lens camera and larger bezels were leaked, but these were apparently inaccurate. Other details in the images include a 3.5mm headphone port and it looks like the phone has a glass back and a metal frame. Dimensions meanwhile are apparently 157.5 x 75.0 x 7.8mm, rising to 9mm at the camera bump. We may also have now seen photos of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus, which you can see below. Two leaked images both show a handset with two rear cameras, but the color of the camera block and possibly the size of the lenses differs. That might mean only one of these shots is accurate, or we could be looking at the standard Samsung Galaxy S10 in one and the Galaxy S10 Plus in the other. In any case, cameras aside the back is likely to be similar on both handsets and indeed it looks similar in these shots, with slightly curved edges and a likely glass build. Another image (also below) shows the possible front of the S10 Plus, complete with a corner notch. We'd take all of this with a pinch of salt and as this is probably the Plus model it might not be entirely representative of the standard S10, but they're likely to look similar, and according to Samsung's own mobile business chief, DJ Koh, the Samsung Galaxy S10 will have some "very significant" design changes and come in some "amazing" colors. One leak from OnLeaks suggests those colors may be Black, Grey, Blue, Red, Green and Yellow, while in announcing some software Samsung may have hinted that the phone will come in silver, green, black, blue and pink shades and will have a 3.5mm headphone port. Another source meanwhile says the standard S10 and S10 Plus will come in white, black, green and blue, while the Galaxy S10 Lite will additionally come in yellow. Recently we've seen pictures shared by Evan Blass that show the pinhole notch in the center of the screen. You can see the three sizes of display on show for the S10 Lite, the S10, and the S10 Plus too. At this stage it seems no one is really sure where the screen notch is going to be. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zPATE89eutGzih46pCqgHD.jpg Samsung Galaxy S10 leak (credit: @evleaks) Meanwhile, a benchmark for a mystery Samsung phone which could be the S10 points to a 19:9 aspect ratio, which would make it taller than the 18.5:9 Galaxy S9 - benchmarks for the Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy S10 Plus have also surfaced suggesting the 19:9 aspect ratio. Along with that the benchmark suggests a resolution of 1440 x 3040, which would be a slight boost, and there's every chance that to achieve those things Samsung would slim the bezels, fitting a larger, sharper screen into the same size body. One thing the Galaxy S10 might not have though, is a notch, because, as noted by T3, Samsung has taken to Twitter to criticize the notch on the Google Pixel 3 XL, so presumably it won't be going down that route for its next flagship. Having said that, the company has now revealed several new screens, some of which do have notches. And a source claims that the most basic S10 model will have a flat 'Infinity-O' display, which is one of these new screens and has a circular cut-out towards the left edge of the display, rather than a conventional notch. This would be a bit like the hole pictured in the renders above. We've heard similar from another reliable source, saying that at least one model (though in this case it sounds like a higher-end one) will have a "punch hole" style selfie camera cut-out. The image below gives another idea of how that might look. This is from a patent filed by Samsung, though it doesn't have the Galaxy S10 name attached. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/49D9dp7B3BsWa8cTgEDQWA.jpg Could this be how the Galaxy S10 looks? (credit: LetsGoDigital) A pinhole camera of some kind is looking very likely, especially now that Samsung has announced the Galaxy A8S with just such a camera. Though if you're put off by the size of the camera on that phone, don't be - another leak suggests the S10's will be smaller. It's possible - if very unlikely - that Samsung will go further though and launch a phone with no bezels, notch or pinhole camera. Indeed, a leaked screen protector apparently for the Samsung Galaxy S10 shows a design with virtually no bezels, no notch and seemingly no camera cut-out. You can see that below. Since then, the same source has shared another image showing either the same screen protector or a very similar one, as you can see below. Once again, there's no obvious camera cut-out, no notch and basically no bezels. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/h536rcdps8nXDFRaax9eY3.jpg This could be a screen protector for the Galaxy S10. (credit: Ice universe) We've also seen a photo, possibly showing a prototype of the Samsung Galaxy S10 (though notably the source didn't refer to it by name but did say "this may be a design beyond", and 'Beyond' is believed to be the codename of the Galaxy S10). The image, which you can see below, shows a handset with a curved screen and almost no bezel on any edge. There seems to be less bezel in fact than we've seen on any other phone, suggesting the front-facing camera may either pop up or be built into the screen. You can't see much else, but in addition to the power and volume buttons it looks like the Bixby button is making a return - if this photo really is showing the S10 and if nothing changes in the design before launch, which are two big ifs, especially as reputable leaker @OnLeaks has poured cold water on the image, claiming it's fake. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/C2wM3Gx7GhebzCZUcTPQSM.jpg This could be the all-screen Samsung Galaxy S10. (credit: @UniverseIce) When it comes to the screen though it’s worth noting that there’s sure to be more than one size. In fact, this time around there might be three or even four. One of these, apparently codenamed 'Beyond 0', is said to have a 5.8-inch screen which might be flat. That would be the most basic model, but there's also said to be 'Beyond 1', which apparently has a 5.8-inch curved screen, and 'Beyond 2', with a 6.2-inch curved screen. There’s also said to be differences in the three models’ fingerprint scanners and cameras, which we’ll get to in the relevant sections below. All of that has been given more credence thanks to people familiar with the matter speaking to Bloomberg. Those sources also confirmed the company is experimenting with a prototype that loses the 3.5mm headphone jack. However, another source has slightly disagreed on the screen sizes, saying that while the basic 'Lite' model will have a 5.8-inch one, the standard S10 will be 6.1 inches and the S10 Plus will be 6.4. Those sizes have been touted again, with Ice Universe claiming the Samsung Galaxy S10 display will measure 6.11 inches (while the S10 Lite will be 5.75 inches and the S10 Plus will be 6.44 inches). We've additionally heard talk of a possible fourth Galaxy S10 model, which according to reports could have a 6.7-inch screen, along with six cameras total (with the extra rear lens being a Time of Flight one used for judging distances), and support for 5G. One report adds that this model might only land in the US and South Korea. We've heard more about this handset too, with the exact screen size for the Galaxy S10 5G variant said to be a whopping 6.66 inches. Will Samsung Galaxy S10 be a foldable phone?One thing you shouldn't expect is a foldable phone. Not from the flagship Samsung Galaxy S10, at least. The Infinity Flex Display concept Samsung showed off on November 7, 2018 made it clear: the company's foldable phone design is very much that: a concept. Samsung could launch a foldable variant to the Galaxy S10, however, and the long-rumored Samsung Galaxy X is rumored to launch in 2019. Whether it changes its name to bring in more in line with the Galaxy S10 brand remains to be seen, but this is the closest we've ever been to a folding phone. A foldable display is clearly the next big idea for Samsung, but it's starting from scratch with thick bezels, according to the steeped-in-shadow prototype we saw at the Samsung Developers Conference. Samsung Galaxy X: everything we know about the long-rumored folding phoneSamsung Galaxy S10 biometric securityHottest leaks: An in-screen fingerprint scannerAn improved 3D face scannerOne rumor we have seen pop up numerous times is the presence of an in-screen fingerprint scanner. This would go nicely with the all-screen design that's being tipped for the phone, and would see the Galaxy S10 follow in the footsteps of the likes of the OnePlus 6T and Huawei Mate 20 Pro. A report claims that it will use an ultrasonic Qualcomm scanner, and that Samsung has felt pressured to include it due to Vivo and Huawei both having phones with in-screen scanners. Reliable leaker Evan Blass has also spoken of an ultrasonic scanner, and multiple separate sources who spoke to The Bell have said as much too, adding that Samsung will also look to ditch the iris scanning tech in the Galaxy S10 in favor of an improved 3D face scanner - much like the one found on the iPhone X. We've heard a similar thing from South Korean media, but it suggests that we'll only see an in-display fingerprint scanner as the main way of unlocking the Samsung Galaxy S10. Either way, it's likely the iris scanner will be dropped. An earlier rumor also talks about an in-screen scanner, stating that while an in-screen scanner wouldn’t be ready in time for the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, it would be ready by sometime next year, making the Samsung Galaxy S10 a candidate for one. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ftfgCtzzm3FFHwhAjNZR6e.jpg Samsung could be moving the scanner in-screen And we now have an idea of why it took so long to be ready - because reportedly Samsung is using an ultrasonic scanner, rather than an optical one, as while the latter could apparently have been implemented years ago it's said to not be as good. More specifically, Samsung has been rumored to use a third-generation ultrasonic scanner from Qualcomm. This generation has only recently been announced and not yet used on a phone, but it could mean Samsung's in-screen scanner is the best found on any phone. Another recent report has added that while the two top-end Samsung Galaxy S10 models will apparently get an ultrasonic scanner, the most basic model will get an optical one. The difference essentially being that the ultrasonic one can map a 3D picture of your print, making it more accurate than the 2D optical option. That's at odds with another rumor though, which claims that the most basic model (the one codenamed ‘Beyond 0’), will have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner instead of an in-screen one. The other two models (apparently codenamed ‘Beyond 1’ and ‘Beyond 2’) supposedly have in-screen scanners though. But Samsung might go even further and also put the speakers in the screen, as just such a display has been shown off by Samsung Display, according to OLED Info. And the earpiece could go in the screen too, as Samsung is said to be planning a 'sound-emitting display' for use in a phone early next year, having already shown off the tech at an industry expo. All that combined could mean a truly bezel-free look, like the one shown in some of the images above. Samsung Galaxy S10 cameraHottest leaks: A dual, triple or quad-lens rear camera12MP, 13MP and 16MP lensesA dual-lens front-facing cameraAn analyst reckons Samsung is considering a triple-lens camera for the Samsung Galaxy S10, along with a 3D sensor for augmented reality content. Analyst chatter isn’t always that reliable, but it would make sense if Samsung wants to compete with the Huawei P20 Pro and the rumored triple-lens iPhone. It's also a rumor that we've now heard again, with a source claiming that while the most basic model of the Galaxy S10 might have just a single-lens camera and the middle model might have a dual-lens one, the biggest (and most expensive) version of the Samsung Galaxy S10 would have a triple-lens camera. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LQwj4sF9S8Sm6Uw5hPyiUb.jpg Three cameras could be better than two More recently we've heard more details on the possible specs of the triple-lens camera, with it apparently consisting of a 12MP wide-angle lens, a 16MP super wide-angle lens and a 13MP telephoto lens. An even newer report echoes those camera specs, but adds that the 12MP one will be an f/1.5-f/2.4 variable aperture lens , just like the camera on the Samsung Galaxy S9, while the 16MP lens will have an f/1.9 aperture and a 123-degree field of view, and the 13MP lens will have an f/2.4 aperture. Elsewhere, leaker Evan Blass has said to expect a triple-lens camera with one wide-angle lens, one telephoto and one standard lens. Some or all of the S10 models might also have a dual-lens front-facing camera according to one report, which would give the top model five lenses overall. It's not known what the extra front lens would be used for, but it's likely to improve the face unlock feature if nothing else. That's a claim that we've heard again, with sources in South Korea saying that the top-end S10 model will have two front-facing cameras and three rear ones (a 12MP wide-angle lens, a 16MP super wide-angle one and a 13MP telephoto one). They add that the standard S10 will have two on the front and two on the back, and the basic model will have one on the front and one on the back. They also mention a 5G handset with six cameras, which we've heard about before, but it's not clear whether this is an S10 model or something else. Having said that, the renders of the Galaxy S10 Plus above show six lenses, so it might be accurate. In any case, the standard Galaxy S10 is likely to have either two or three lenses. Samsung Galaxy S10 batteryHottest leaks: Standard S10 could have a 3,500mAh batteryS10 Lite could be 3,100mAh, S10 Plus could be 4,000mAhThere's only really been one battery rumor, but it reveals possible sizes for the Samsung Galaxy S10, S10 Plus and S10 Lite. In the image below you can see cases seemingly for the three phones, and along with screen sizes that have been rumored before there are numbers that look like battery sizes. In which case, if they're accurate, the Samsung Galaxy S10 has a 3,500mAh one, the Galaxy S10 Plus has a 4,000mAh one and the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite has a 3,100mAh one. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MyuioVKyme4SMEk4tD5AzK.jpg Credit: @UniverseIce Samsung Galaxy S10 powerHottest leaks: An Exynos 9820 or Snapdragon 855 chipset8GB or 12GB of RAM128GB to 1TB of fast storageWe also have an idea of what might be powering the Samsung Galaxy S10, as Samsung has announced the Exynos 9820, which is likely to power the phone in most regions outside the US. This is an octa-core chipset built on an 8nm process. That makes it smaller than the 10nm Exynos 9810 found in the Galaxy S9 and with that size reduction comes a 10% reduction in power consumption. The Exynos 9820 also offers up to 20% better single core performance, up to 40% better power efficiency, and up to 15% better multi-core performance than the Exynos 9810. Gamers meanwhile should see an even bigger benefit, with the GPU offering up to 40% better performance or up to 35% more power efficiency. The Exynos 9820 also has an integrated NPU (neural processing unit), which allows AI-related tasks to happen up to seven times faster than on the 9810. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nzbsf4buodyC2dauNLk5sQ.jpg It also supports video recording at up to 8K at 30fps, displays of up to 3840 x 2400 or 4096 x 2160, single lens cameras of up to 22MP, or dual-lens ones of up to 16MP. Though don't take that as meaning the S10 will necessarily have those specs. As for mobile data download speeds, those can apparently reach up to 2Gbps, despite this chip seemingly not supporting 5G. Having said that, there is rumored to be a version of the Galaxy S10 that will support 5G, so that will presumably have to use a different chipset. We've now seen an early benchmark seemingly for the S10 Plus powered by the Exynos 9820 and it has a high score, but not as high as we'd have hoped. It beats any current Android handset, but comes in lower than the latest iPhones and lower than a benchmark for the Snapdragon 855. Another benchmark has also now emerged courtesy of AnTuTu, again showing the Exynos chip beaten by the Snapdragon 855. Speaking of which... In the US? Then you'll likely get the recently announced Snapdragon 855. This is a 7nm chipset, which is smaller and likely both more powerful and more efficient than the Snapdragon 845 found in many of 2018’s flagships. It's also smaller than the Exynos 9820. Qualcomm claims it also offers up to twice the performance of another unnamed 7nm chipset, presumably meaning either Apple's one used in the iPhone XS range or Huawei's in the Mate 20 range. The chipset also supports 5G and has a chip dedicated to processing photos and videos. This is called a 'computer vision image signal processor' and it's a world first. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gds3mRFhUKdM86pk8G5L54.jpg An early leaked benchmark for the chipset showed it beating any other smartphone chip for power, including the A12 Bionic in the iPhone XS and the Exynos 9820 benchmark mentioned above. The RAM could also be a big upgrade, as Samsung has announced that it has developed an 8GB RAM chip built on a 10nm process. This, while not confirmed for the Galaxy S10, apparently has a data rate that's 1.5 times as fast as current flagship RAM chips and can also reduce power consumption by up to 30%. One odd report has suggested the phone may sport 12GB of RAM too, that's a claim that we've now heard a second time, but it seems excessive, so we're inclined to believe the above about an 8GB RAM chip. It's also likely to be reserved for the S10 Plus model if it happens at all. Even the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite could have top specs, with a rumor pointing to the same chipset at the rest of the range. That's backed up by a benchmark seemingly showing it with a Snapdragon 855 chip and 6GB of RAM, though the scores are disappointing. However, that could just be down to the software not yet being optimized. Onboard storage could also be faster for the S10, as Samsung is set to start using UFS 3.0 storage in early 2019. This is supposedly two times faster than current phone storage modules and takes up less space, so there's more room for other components. Plus, the minimum size it comes in is 128GB, so if the S10 uses it then all models will have to have at least 128GB of storage. A couple reports even say that there could be up to 1TB of RAM in the phone, which would be far more than any other handset. However, the most basic S10 model might have more basic specs, with one source saying it will come with either a Snapdragon 845 or 855 chipset and a choice of 4GB or 6GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of storage. As for the interface, it's likely that Samsung will use its recently-announced One UI Android overlay. Indeed, exactly that has been rumored. The Samsung Galaxy S10 may well benefit from a boost to its wireless charging speeds, with reports linking the upcoming flagship with wireless Quick Charge 2.0. Samsung Galaxy S10 nameWe’ve also heard talk that Samsung might rename the range, launching the next model as the Samsung Galaxy X rather than the Galaxy S10. That might sound unlikely, but Koh Dong-jin, the head of Samsung's mobile division, has been quoted as saying that "we have been thinking about whether we need to maintain the S moniker or the numbering system" so it's possible. More recently, a leak suggests Samsung may revive the 'Edge' moniker, which may mean this handset actually launches as the Samsung Galaxy S10 Edge. It seems unlikely though, as the 'Edge' screen which the moniker denoted is now ubiquitous across Samsung's flagship range, so it doesn't make sense to add it to the end of the Galaxy S10 name. Samsung Galaxy S10: what we want to seeAs good as the Samsung Galaxy S9 is, it’s also rather too similar to the Samsung Galaxy S8, so we hope Samsung changes things up for the S10. Here’s what we want to see. 1. A new designhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WwcdqDym6asvHr82c9asiR.jpg Samsung's smartphone design is overly familiar at this point The Samsung Galaxy S9 looks almost identical to the Galaxy S8, so it’s high time we got a new design from the South Korean company. Whether that means a notch, a new material or even a foldable phone we’ll leave to Samsung, but we want to see something new. 2. Dual or triple-lens cameras on both modelsWhile the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus has a dual-lens camera, the standard Galaxy S9 only has a single-lens one. For the Galaxy S10 we want both models to have two lenses, or better yet, three. After all, the Huawei P20 Pro has landed with exactly that to stunning effect. Samsung’s been delivering top smartphone cameras for a while now, but this year it has some real competition from Huawei, so for the Galaxy S10 we want to see it take steps to get ahead. The good news is that a triple-lens camera has already been rumored, though it sounds like only the priciest model will get it. 3. An in-screen fingerprint scannerhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ftfgCtzzm3FFHwhAjNZR6e.jpg Rear-facing scanners could soon be a thing of the past on high-end phones In-screen fingerprint scanners have been rumored for various Samsung phones and the Galaxy S10 is no exception, but now that other companies have launched commercially available handsets with them we might finally see Samsung roll one out. Having a scanner in the screen means it doesn’t need to take up space on the front or be awkwardly placed on the back, plus it looks high-tech enough to make owners of other phones jealous. This too has been rumored for the Galaxy S10, so there's a very real chance it will happen. 4. More vibrant photosWhile the overall quality of photos taken by the Samsung Galaxy S9 is very high, some lack vibrancy and a few are also more washed out than we’d have expected or liked. This is especially true when there’s background light, so we’d like the Samsung Galaxy S10 to be able to cope with this better. 5. Improved AR Emojihttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SRyTEnVcsMc7MxwxzQNdBS.jpg AR Emoji could really use some work AR Emoji were one of the more hyped features of the Galaxy S9 range, but they were also one of the least impressive aspects of these phones. There are a few reasons for this. Beyond their inherently gimmicky nature it can also be hard to create one that looks like you, and when recording a video of yourself using the emoji, the camera’s facial recognition isn’t powerful enough to do it justice. While AR Emoji will probably never be an essential feature, if Samsung’s going to keep using them we’d like to see them at least rival Apple’s Animoji next time around. 6. Better battery lifeBattery life is one thing that doesn’t improve with each new phone generation. In fact, sometimes it gets worse. In the case of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus you’re only really looking at a day of life. And while that might generally be okay for anyone who doesn’t mind plugging their phone in every night, it’s worth remembering that the battery will start to wear out over time, so a day of life when you buy the phone means less than a day a year or two on. As such we really want to see improvements to the battery in the Galaxy S10, whether that’s through a larger unit than the frankly small 3,000mAh one in the Galaxy S9, or just through more efficient hardware and software. 7. A totally bezel-free lookWe’ve said already that we want a new design from the Galaxy S10, but what we’d really like is a complete absence of bezels. As in no notch either, just an all-screen front. We’re not expecting this, not least because it would presumably mean building the camera and sensors into the screen, but it’s possible and would surely be less ambitious than a foldable phone, which we might also get from Samsung in 2019. The foldable Samsung Galaxy X could land in 2019http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/RU574DGcL30

The title of cheapest broadband deal has belonged to Onestream for a while now but it looks like Plusnet has stepped up to challenge the title with a brand new online exclusive. This new offer gets you standard ADSL internet with average speeds of 10Mb for just £18.99 a month. Now you might be sitting there thinking there is cheaper broadband options out there but Plusnet has thrown in a little freebie to really push this to the top. This online exclusive also gets you a £75 reward card which brings the overall cost over the 12 months down to the cheapest price, beating out all of its competitors. If you were hoping for something a bit faster, Plusnet also has an online exclusive for its fibre package. For £23.99 a month you get average speeds of 36Mb and a reward card of £50 - a great deal for those who find ADSL speeds a bit too slow. So if you want to get your hands on the cheapest broadband deal scroll down and see all of the details or go to our best broadband deals page if you were hoping for something a little bit different. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg These brilliant broadband deals in full:Today's other best broadband dealsIf you are looking for something with a cheap monthly cost without faffing around with a reward card then Onestream is offering unlimited broadband with average speeds of 11Mb for just £13.99 a month, that's the cheapest broadband deal before cashback or rewards. If you're after cheap fibre broadband then Vodafone is the place to be right now. Its Superfast 1 package is currently just £20 a month, an absolutely brilliant price for fibre. Or if you're willing to spend a bit more, BT is offering a fibre deal package with a freebie to entice you in. For £29.99 a month and a £9.99 upfront fee this BT deal will get you superfast fibre, with speeds of 50Mb and a £100 BT Reward Card. All of today's best broadband deals in one placehttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/ae1Mk8wOKI4

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is rumored to be launching soon alongside the Samsung Galaxy S10 and Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus, and a new benchmark suggests it might live up to its name. A Geekbench listing spotted by GalaxyClub shows a phone with 6GB of RAM and seemingly a Snapdragon 855 chipset (it’s listed as ‘msmnile’, which is believed to be the codename of the Snapdragon 855). Those are high-end specs worthy of a flagship phone and in line with earlier leaks. Yet, the scores tell a different story, with the handset – which is listed as the Samsung SM-G970U but believed to be the S10 Lite – getting a single core score of 1,986 and a multi-core result of 6,266. Those are well below what we’d expect with those specs, roughly matching the benchmark results for the Samsung Galaxy S9. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JUuW4YMYy8JUGBFa9oVrfA.jpg These scores don't match those specs Expect betterThat immediately makes us a bit skeptical of this benchmark. Though it could well be simply that the device isn’t yet optimized, so isn’t getting the sorts of scores it should. In any case, either the listed specs are wrong or – more likely – the scores aren’t representative of what the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite will be capable of at launch. Other than the scores, chipset and RAM, the benchmark also reveals that the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite – or whatever this benchmark is for – runs Android 9 Pie, which is exactly what we’d expect. Hopefully when the phone lands (likely at or around MWC 2019 in late February) it will do better in benchmarks than it has done here. We have a good idea of the S10 Lite's screen and battery sizeVia: BGR http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/oZuINtwc0OU

Having a good laptop is a basic necessity for any individual in 2019. But the only reason for anyone to buy a 13-inch laptop would be its ideal size. While 12-inch is still a size that leaves you squinting, a 15-inch laptop is just too big. The 13-inch laptop fall in a sweet spot, where they are decent for consuming content and fit most backpacks as well. We still love the Dell XPS 13, but it’s not the only ‘right’ choice. We’d get it if you wanted the new MacBook Air, or even the HP Spectre x360. Yeah, the XPS 13 is beautiful, but you don’t have to worry about awkward camera placement on those other laptops. The best 13-inch laptops all excel in different ways. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/46AkJQeyNiw4hahATrfdr9.jpg Dell XPS 13 Its changes are subtle, and yet the Dell XPS 13 is still the best 13-inch laptop you can buy. On the high end, it now offers a 4K display, for a sharper picture across the board. But even if you can’t afford higher tier configurations, the beautiful design, lengthy battery life and even the SD card slot are still there – plus you’ve got a quad-core processor no matter what poison you pick. Better yet, the 13.3-inch display of the XPS 13 has been squeezed into a smaller frame, which explains Dell’s marketing line: ‘the world’s smallest 13-inch laptop.’ Now stew on that, as you admire the Dell XPS 13’s gorgeous, albeit more expensive, Alpine White finish. Read the full review: Dell XPS 13 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bYyxBQ7BP49EbFZ2Hjh7ZR.jpg It’s not as powerful as its 15-inch counterpart, but everything else about the 13.5-inch version of the Surface Book 2 makes for one of the best 13-inch laptops for anyone looking for a mobile workhorse. No matter if you’re a professional or creative, the Microsoft Surface Book 2, with its more compact form factor, rocks an aesthetic that’s just as gorgeous as its predecessor. What’s more, the dynamic fulcrum hinge is even stronger now, which only complements its robust, quad-core processor. Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Book 2 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/72bHDTCLu6WwmXbZ3FdBpP.jpg You wouldn’t expect a Razer laptop to be prettier, thinner and lighter than a MacBook Pro, but this is the world we live in. The Razer Blade Stealth – in its all new gunmetal finish – rocks not only a gorgeous and practical aesthetic with its 400-nit display brightness and full-size USB 3.0 ports, but it also has a few tricks up its sleeve to make it a performance beast. The 8th-generation Kaby Lake R U-series processor makes the Razer Blade Stealth a force to be reckoned with. It doesn’t have the best battery life in the business, but it’s worth the 16 minutes of battery life to have one of the best 13-inch laptops. Read the full review: Razer Blade Stealth http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4bp3UwcZTJXAXNB2PdjUm3.jpg HP Spectre x360 The HP Spectre x360 is the one you introduce to your parents. It’s strikingly well-crafted, boasting a silvery design that makes it every bit as cutting-edge on the outside as it is within. Given the choice between a 7th-generation i5 or i7 Ultrabook-class processor and a 1080p or 4K screen, HP has given plenty of room for customisation. It’s not under powered, nor does its battery life suffer from overcompensation. In fact, in our own video loop test, the HP Spectre x360 lasted a whole 8 hours and 45 minutes. The only real catch is that like a lot of its competitors, the Spectre x360 lacks an SD card slot, opting instead for a pair of USB Type-C ports. Read the full review: HP Spectre x360 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bktdG68XikJj5yh5EP9syQ.jpeg Asus ZenBook Flip UX360 CA Asus extended its ZenBook lineup in September 2016 with its very own UX360 CA. Though it carries similar features as its predecessors, its 2-in-1 flexibility is what makes it stand out. The laptop is powered by a sixth-generation Intel Core M6Y30 processor and 4GB RAM. It's also available with 8GB RAM in the international market, but Indian customers will have to satisfy themselves with a 4GB variant. The laptop’s capabilities of bending backwards that allows users to experience both laptop and tablet form is an added edge. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SygUGjkKS3yJjcUEb6DVF.jpg Lenovo Yoga 910 The Lenovo Yoga 910 is all about second chances. The company reimagined the design with this one, opting in favour of a more pristine outward appearance and a heavy duty Intel Core i7 processor, as well as a 4K display. Lenovo also managed to squeeze in a larger, nearly 14-inch screen into the 13-inch chassis of the Yoga 900. Even with the implementation of USB-C ports, the Lenovo Yoga 910 doesn’t completely neglect USB Type-A, dragging the precious connection standard of the past along with it. Read the full review: Lenovo Yoga 910 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mVomFCvG4yGgPuSfCSteMg.jpg 13-inch MacBook Air The MacBook Pro 2018 feels like the final form of Apple’s pro series laptop since its 2016 redesign. It keeps the thin and light design, but brings a wealth of improvements, both to the hardware within and, more importantly, Apple has vastly improved the Butterfly keyboard – making it quieter and more reliable. So, you no longer have to worry about it breaking cause a piece of dust appeared under the spacebar. So, if you need an ultra-portable workhorse running macOS Mojave and you can justify the cost, the 2018 MacBook Pro won’t let you down. Keep in mind, though, the model without the Touch Bar is still running last year’s hardware. Read the full review: MacBook Pro (13-inch Mid-2018) Want something a little more portable?Check out list of the best tablets in the market. And these are the best tablets that run exclusively on Android.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/7FIbuAbsz7w

Updated: Intel has confirmed that these indeed are the six new desktop chips as well as release date and pricing information for the first F-series CPU. With the launch of AMD's hotly-anticipated Ryzen 3rd Generation processors just around the corner – with AMD's CES 2019 conference on Wednesday, January 9 – Intel has today used its CES event to finally announce it's adding six more 9th-gen Core processors, ranging from Core i3 to Core i9, set to release soon. The new line of processors are as follows: Intel Core i3-9350KF: 4-cores, 4-threads, no integrated graphics, clocked at 4.0GHz to 4.6GHzIntel Core i5-9400: 6-cores, 6-threads, Intel UHD Graphics 630, clocked at 2.9GHz to 4.1GHzIntel Core i5-9400F: 6-cores, 6-threads, no integrated graphics, clocked at 2.9GHz to 4.1GHzIntel Core i5-9600KF: 6-cores, 6-threads, no integrated graphics, clocked at 3.7GHz to 4.1GHzIntel Core i7-9700KF: 8-cores, 8-threads, no integrated graphics, clocked at 3.6GHz to 4.9GHzIntel Core i9-9900KF: 8-cores, 16-threads, no integrated graphics, clocked at 3.6GHz to 5.0GHzThe new processors join the company's three existing 'flagship' 9th-generation desktop chips, which launched in October last year – the Core i5-9600K, i7-9700K and i9-9900K – as well as the 9th-generation X-series for HEDT systems. What's perhaps most intriguing about them is that five of the six new chips are part of a brand new F-series of processors, which have removed (or most likely disabled) the integrated graphics chip that almost every mainstream Intel processor has included up until now. That may be an attempt to reduce costs (as it will allow the chip-maker to sell CPUs with non-functional GPUs) but it will likely also mean these processors run cooler and use less power – and they could be better for overclocking as a result. Somewhat surprisingly, Intel didn't expressly mention the new F-series in detail at its press conference. Getting into the detailsIntel tells us the first of its new F-series chips, the Intel Core i3-9350K, will arrive this month with more rolling out through the second quarter of this year. The chipmaker also told us the recommended customer price (RCP) for the 9th Gen Intel Core processors without processor graphics starts at $173 (about £140, AU$240), which is how much the Intel Core i3-9350K. Without a more traditional Intel Core i3-9350K equipped with integrated graphics to set a benchmark for entry-level pricing for 9th Generation processors, we're not quite sure if these graphics-less CPUs will be more affordable. But, if these new GPU-less processors do come at a reduced price, they may be able to tackle AMD's Ryzen family of processors, which largely offer better bang for buck than their Intel equivalents. With many mid-range and higher-end PCs still coming equipped with a dedicated graphics card, Intel's integrated chips often go to waste, so offering a range of cheaper, GPU-less processors may help Intel win back some of the value-oriented market segment that it's recently been losing to AMD. Want more CES 2019 highlights? TechRadar is hands-on with 8K TVs and foldable, rollable displays, along with new laptops and Alexa-enabled smart gadgets. Check out everything we've seen, live from Las Vegas!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/FW8ZAxSEvzc

The world’s leading manufacturer of consumer drones has announced a brand-new accessory for its latest Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom drones. Called the DJI Smart Controller, it boasts a Full HD (1080p) 5.5-inch display that has a 1,000 candelas per square meter output. That means it’s twice as bright as the average smartphone screen (which you can plug into DJI’s previous controllers) and will let you see anything even in bright sunlight. While the addition of a screen on a drone’s controller has its advantages, it comes at a cost. DJI has slapped a premium price tag of $650 / £579 / AU$1,099 on it, and it's already available to buy on DJI’s own website. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/quwJTzSCMfnRVGaiLUQX4M.jpg Bird’s-eye viewThe Smart Controller uses DJI’s OcySync 2.0 video transmission technology to display a live view of what the drone is seeing on the screen. It’s also able to automatically switch between 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz to ensure you receive a steady feed over long distances – the controller has a range of up to 8km (4.97 miles). It’s also been designed to withstand the elements, being able to function in temperatures ranging from -20 C / -4 F to 40 C / 104 F. On screen you’ll find a customizable Android dashboard that supports the DJI GO 4 app, along with DJI Pilot and other third-party applications, including editing software. With the DJI GO 4 app on board, you’ll be able to live stream your drone’s camera feed to social network platforms via SkyTalk. However, DJI hasn’t clarified which version of Android the controller runs. The controller also supports microSD UHS-I Speed Grade 3 cards up to 128GB, and there's an HDMI port with 4K video output support, a USB type-C port and a USB-A port. All this, though, needs a pretty hefty battery. DJI has packed a 5,000mAh battery under the hood and claims you’ll get 2.5 hours out of each charge. That may or may not be enough, depending on how many extra batteries you carry for your drone. For its high price, though, 2.5 hours does seem a little low. However, it does support QC2.0 quick charging via the USB-C port. Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/KqZu2mfVDB0

With the unveiling of the Xbox One X, the Xbox One S has seen some impressive price drops and bundle deals with Microsoft going all out to pump up the pressure on its rivals. It was already often the cheapest console of the current generation, but with some of these savings on bundles and even Xbox One Controllers, the price seems right. At this point it's probably wiser to buy a bundle and score some wicked Xbox One games along with the unit, as some of them can come in cheaper than the standalone consoles themselves. Looking to buy in the US or UK? You'll want to head on over to our US page or UK page. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/534b82f7f9221c1632bf2b2d9cb8ac77.jpg Xbox One S dealsAt once more elegant and more powerful, the slimmed-down design of the Xbox One S ditches the external power brick and chunky looks of the original Xbox One. More importantly, it comes kitted out with 4K visual support meaning you'll be able to watch specialised Blu-Ray and Netflix content in 4K. To compare Xbox One prices in real time, check out our pick below, or visit our sister site Getprice. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ec69a428c937509584c7105109a1957b.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GaK8vPxBJTJojSKXoXa8ra.jpg The best Xbox One bundle deals this weekhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/m22ofUiWlgA

It's a good time for 2D platformer fans, with New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe set to release at the end of the week for Nintendo Switch, allowing players to experience the classic Wii U game on the move for the first time. However, if you're jonesing for Nintendo's next original platformer, one that's built exclusively for the Switch, you won't have to wait much longer – the big N has announced that Yoshi's Crafted World will arrive on the handheld/home console hybrid on March 29, 2019. Yoshi's Crafted World sees the titular egg-throwing dinosaur explore a crafted world that looks entirely handmade, with beautiful cardboard environments comprised of boxes and other household items. In his quest to retrieve a gem-set stone from the thieving Kamek and Baby Bowser, Yoshi will interact with stages and even flip levels to play them backwards, revealing areas previously unreachable. Along with its release date announcement, Nintendo has also dropped an adorable new story trailer for the game, which you can check out below, along with a release date for Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn, which will be available for Nintendo 3DS from March 9, 2019. Nintendo Switch: the latest news, tips and accessorieshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/HhoKJBrWk_Y

UPDATE: Just in time for Christmas, we have an awesome deal that offers a white Xbox One X console and four great games for only $599! Read on below to find out more. At E3 2017, Microsoft officially unveiled what was formerly known as Project Scorpio — the Xbox One X. This is the full 4K HDR upgrade from Microsoft that fans of the original Xbox One consoles have been waiting for, not to mention newcomers to the platform. This is the place where we answer any questions you may have about what exactly the new Xbox One X is capable of – its specs, price, and release date have all been covered here – and ultimately, whether or not you should buy it. Often, the best place to order your console is from the Microsoft store directly for $649, as most retailers are offering it for that same RRP, but aren't likely to have as much stock as the company's own store. We'll also be keeping track of any deals and bundles that pop up, so be sure to come back and visit every now and then if you're waiting for a bargain — we're sure to have one if there is one to be had. And, of course, if you're wondering what to play on this new beast, we've had a thorough look at the best Xbox One X games available, and which ones will really shine with Microsoft's latest powerhouse. The best Xbox One X bundles:Xbox One X prices are constantly changing from store to store, making it hard to keep up at times. To take the pain out of scoping out the best Xbox One X prices, you should be able to find the best real-time deals listed below, updated live, along with some hand-picked options. Why should I buy an Xbox One X?While not technically a 'next-gen' console, the Xbox One X is still a powerful upgrade over the current Xbox One lineup. To simplify things, it's more aligned with Sony's PS4 Pro than it is anything else. The target audience of both consoles are gamers with a 4K HDR TV who want to squeeze the best graphical performance possible out of their favoured console. For those gamers without a 4K TV, there will be modest performance boosts although it's likely not worth the upgrade if you don't have a 4K HDR TV. We're told that the Xbox One X won't necessarily have any exclusive games released for it, and as far as we know all Xbox One titles will still work with it, so exclusivity and compatbility and reason enough alone to ditch your Xbox One S. The Xbox One X is making bold claims about true native 4K gaming though with its upcoming titles and if you have a 4K TV with High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology, the Xbox One X is ready to seriously impress with the likes of Forza Motorsport 7, Metro: Exodus and Anthem set to be true jaw-droppers in the graphics department. What is the Xbox One X price?Although it's steep, the price conversion from the US didn't hit us nearly as hard as it normally would. The Xbox One X will cost $649 in Australia while the US will pay $499. Where can I order an Xbox One X?As is to be expected, all the usual suspects in the gaming retail business have the console in stock, although each and every one is offering the new Xbox One X for the same price. With that in mind, you may as well order your console from The Microsoft Store for $649 as there's a better chance they'll have a bigger stock allocation, given it's the company's own store. What if I don't care about 4K or want to save money?Well, the good news is that the standard Xbox One S is a fantastic games console and you'll likely be able to get one with a few games for less than $300 over at our Xbox One deals page. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/ypdPkcLyORo

UPDATED: PlayStation fans – now's the time to pick up Sony's PlayStation Classic without paying anywhere near full price! Details below. Sony beat Microsoft to the punch with its new 4K gaming system, the PS4 Pro, and you should definitely grab one. Here you'll find the best prices around on the PlayStation 4 Pro console and any bundle deals available so you can score Sony's excellent 4K system and jump right into the amazing array of PS4 games available at the moment. We've got a dedicated page if you're looking for some excellent prices on the PlayStation VR and PlayStation Camera. Keep this page bookmarked and we'll update it with bundles as they arrive, or scroll further down if you've got any burning questions about the new 4K PS4 Pro. To compare PlayStation 4 Pro prices in real time, check out our pick below, or visit our sister site Getprice. PlayStation Classic dealsThe best PlayStation 4 Pro bundlesWhile Playstation 4 Pro bundles are constantly shifting from store to store, we've listed and ranked the best current options from the major retailers below so you don't have to do the sniffing and scratching yourself. Remember that the value of a bundle will ultimately come down to whether or not you were going to purchase the included game (or games) anyway and while some bundles are obviously better priced than others, you should check to see if that saving is worthwhile. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cTZwswVu2hJnnggAYUyZPb.jpg Need an extra controller on the cheap? Take a look at the best DualShock 4 deals. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cTZwswVu2hJnnggAYUyZPb.jpg What is the PS4 Pro?Although the PS4 Pro isn't a 'next-gen' console necessarily, it is an upgrade of the PS4 and features the coveted 4K and HDR options that we're hearing so much about. The new machine will allow game developers to include 4K options in their games, so expect the like of Uncharted 4, Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, Days Gone, Horizon: Zero Dawn and more to look even better on a 4K TV. HDR, or High Dynamic Range is the other buzzword to be excited about as the PS4 Pro will allow for extra detail to be seen on a range of games and also a wider range of colours not usually displayed by traditional HD TVs. Will my old PS4 games work on PS4 Pro?Yes. While not every game will be patched to take advantage of the new 4K/HDR capabilities, all of your old games will still work. Not only that, but the default upscaling (if you have a 4K TV) will likely see some improvements to the visuals and the boosted console power may give a slight nudge to the frame rates for some smoother play. What else can I watch in 4K/HDR on PS4 Pro?With services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video adopting 4K and HDR, with an ever-growing library entering the services, the PS4 Pro will be excellent as a streaming and media hub for your home theatre. There's also a lot of free 4K content on the YouTube app, and Stan has plenty of 4K although no HDR-compatible content yet. Does the PS4 Pro support 4K Blu-rays?No. The Xbox One S does support them though, so this was a bit of a surprise from Sony. So if you're specifically after a 4K Blu-ray player then head over to the competition, but as many viewers are crossing over to streaming services for their digital viewing, this may prove a wise move from Sony in the long run. Do I need a 4K TV to run a PS4 Pro?You don't NEED a 4K TV, no. The PS4 Pro will still run as per normal on a regular 1080p TV, although you won't get the benefits of upscaling or HDR though. There's a chance you may see a frame-rate boost or a slim amount of extra detail, but we wouldn't expect a massive leap. If your mind is on a 4K TV, then you should probably go with a Pro rather than a Slim as it'll future proof you for a while and, realistically, the price jump is worth the longevity. Be sure to look out for a TV that supports HDR too, in order to take full advantage of the PS4 Pro's capabilities. Will PlayStation VR be better on the PS4 Pro?Maybe. Early reports seem to suggest it will as the PlayStation VR frame-rate is better on PS4 Pro and the resolution gets a bit of a bump too. You don't need a PS4 Pro to use PlayStation VR but this increase in specs may contribute a little to the immersion. Does the PS4 Pro have optical audio support?Yes! Although the optical audio output has been removed from the PS4 Slim, PS4 Pro owners will still be able to use optical connections for their soundbars and sound systems. What are the best games on PS4 Pro?After scrounging through our back catalogue of PS4 games that have received a Pro update patch, we've come up with a feature packed with the games that look the best and have a noticeable difference. Take a look at our extensive list - The best PS4 Pro games. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9d8b11b635025b4f8ea1de3d26c578ec.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/cRB8aXQH3P8

If there’s one major player always notable in its absence at the annual Las Vegas CES tech showcase, it’s Apple. Whether undermining its rivals with billboards, or ignoring the show altogether in favour of its own snazzy events, Apple’s regular decision to sit outside of the tech circus has at best seemed a savvy way of keeping its own product launches free of competitor distraction, and at worst a cynical move to deny the tech extravaganza a full house of top-tier exhibitors. But CES 2019 has been different. Sure, Apple, as per usual, isn’t at Las Vegas. But its presence is being felt thanks to key partnerships in the home entertainment space. Whether you’re buying a Sony TV, an LG set, a Vizio display or a Samsung screen in the coming months, you’ll be picking up a device that’s compatible with Apple’s AirPlay 2 standard, the company’s way of streaming its content from its mobile devices onto your TV. In the case of Samsung, it’s adding its own iTunes app to its smart TV platform, meaning you won’t even need to own an Apple device in order to get its content. This is a rare move from Apple, which is notorious for its ‘walled garden’ approach to its services. In the past, you either buy in wholesale to the Apple lifestyle, or you miss out. As such Apple has ploughed away with its Apple TV set top boxes for many years with only modest success, keeping many of its potential customers from buying into its digital content unless they pop that box under their screens. But there’s a relaxing of that stance here, and it stretches into the next point: AirPlay 2 in these TVs is going to be partnered with HomeKit, Apple’s smart home control system. A trojan horseIn other words, Apple is - by stealth - making a play to not only steal viewing time from competing content services, but giving a huge chunk of the TV viewing community entry to its vision of the connected home, without ever having to walk into an Apple Store. It’s representative of the fact that the times are changing. While iPhone sales continue to be objectively impressive, there’s the sense that the smartphone bubble it’s lorded over for the past decade is, if not about to burst, then certainly shrinking, as Chinese manufacturers like Huawei increasingly chip away at its business. But on the digital sales side, be that through App Store transactions or movie content, business is booming – and these new partnerships will allow the Cupertino company to capitalise on the digital-first content market that we now live in. That’s before considering the long-gestating Apple TV service – not content with provide companies like Netflix lucrative access to its devices, Apple wants a chunk of the TV content and distribution pie itself. It’s a now got its trojan horse to get as many households, and pairs of eyes, in front of that as possible, without having to maintain a TV-focussed hardware division at all if it so chooses. With the launch of the Disney+ streaming service just months away, Apple has sured up its position to meet the threat of the mouse-house head on. As for HomeKit, its falling significantly behind the popularity of Google Assistant for the home and Amazon’s Alexa. The HomePod proved a great hi-fi product, but not a great smart device, and that’s largely down to the continued failings of Siri as a voice assistant. While Apple takes the time to improve both those aspects of its product offering, these TVs will have it primed to strike and slowly improve its wares in front of a live, installed and captive audience. CES still misses Apple. It’s a lost piece short of a full jigsaw puzzle without the company at the show. But Apple has still managed to pull off what the thousands of other exhibitors at the show can only dream of – getting its money-making products into customers’ homes in as seamless and cost-effective a way as possible. Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/hgRaGKlqqo8

With so many great 4K televisions to choose from, making a decision about which one to purchase for your family may very well come down to price. A good cheap 4K TV deal can be hard to refuse, and these days there are more great TVs at even better prices than ever before. If you need a new television and don't want to pay any more than you have to, why not take a look at our curated list of the best cheap 4K TV deals in Australia for January 2019. We've been on the prowl for the best value 4K Ultra HD TVs currently on sale, focusing on sets with huge discounts off the RRP. With so much 4K content currently available to stream on Netflix, Amazon and Stan, now's the perfect time to upgrade to an Ultra HD set. And at these prices, can you even afford not to? Below, you'll find our selection of the best cheap 4K TV deals for the month of January. You better get a move on, though – some of these deals are time sensitive, and may disappear before the end of the month. Now, let's kick off our list with our deal of the month. TechRadar's 4K TV Deal of the MonthCheap 4K TV deals: 55-inch setsCheap 4K TV deals: 65-inch setsCheap 4K TV deals: over 65-inchesThe best deals on our favourite 4K TVsPerhaps you're not after a cheap TV, but simply want a good deal on a top of the line telly. In that case, check out some great deals for our current favourite 4K televisions below. More 4K smart TV dealsThe televisions listed above are but a small selection of the TV deals available online, with loads of sets in various sizes and brands reduced every day. If the TVs above don't suit your needs or fit your price range, you can check out even more cheap 4K TV deals at Getprice. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/sGo0ATyFitk

Hiding in one of the halls at CES 2019 is the Foldimate laundry-folder, and it may just do what smart washing machines have failed to do so far – make cleaning your clothes fun. You manually insert items of clothing into the Foldimate by clipping them in, but that's all you'll need to do. About five seconds later the machine spits them out at the bottom and makes a bell noise when it's complete. The company estimates you can fold a whole load of washing in just five minutes. We saw a demonstration at CES 2019 where a t-shirt was folded in around five seconds. For a t-shirt, you have to clip the two shoulders and the machine does the rest of the work. We only saw t-shirts being folded but the company claims it can also do shirts, trousers and some sizes of towel. A 2019 launch?This isn't the first time we've heard about the Foldimate, but it's the first time the machine has been fully demonstrated at a tech show. That's because you'll hopefully be able to buy one by the end of the year. The Foldimate we saw is still a prototype, but the company is hoping for a "late 2019" launch date. Unfortunately this laundry luxury won't come cheap though, at an eye-watering $980 (about £770, AU$1370). It's not for everyone, but if you're sick of folding your clothes it's difficult to think of a better automatic solution. For those not wanting to drop close to a thousand dollars on this machine, however, you can always take some of the laundry life hacks in the video below: Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/KevzqkEzaKs

A decent battery is the root of any smartphone worth its salt. It ensures that you can get the most out of your phone during any point of the day, without worrying about battery drain. More importantly, it's the underlying factor behind whether or not you can listen to tunes on your device when you're on your way home after a long day at work. Quite a few phones that go all out with their features forget to back it up with a sizeable battery. But, there are still ample options in the market that fall within the mid-range or budget segment. Keep in mind that battery size alone isn't the determining factor for a smartphone's battery life. The phone's chipset and a consumer's usage pattern also have a big part to play. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGqu4KzAKfBs8TJaZhmwWA.jpg Mi Max 2 After receiving a warm response for the existing Redmi phones in India, Xiaomi introduced its plus-sized Mi Max 2, which has a massive 5300mAh battery. As per the company's claim, the battery offers 18 hours of video playback, 57 hours of talk time and over 31 days of standby. Not only is the battery large, but the phone also has a huge 6.44-inch full HD display, which is protected by Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3. Along with its mammoth battery and display, the smartphone offers decent support for day-to-day tasks. In fact, it can be a great smartphone for multimedia enthusiasts with features like the dual speakers. It comes packed in an attractive metal unibody shell, which adds to its premium feel. So, if you are in the market for a phone with big battery and display, the Mi Max 2 can be a good choice. Read the full review: Xiaomi Mi Max 2 review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Z3EjTRpesU8qQVi7s3SvL6.jpg Gionee M7 Power Launched in September 2017, the Gionee M7 Power sports a 6-inch full HD+ FullView IPS display with an aspect ratio of 18:9. The screen is protected by a layer of Gorilla Glass 3 on the top. The highlight of the phone is its 5000mAh battery, which offers tons of power. It is powered by a quad-core Snapdragon 435 chipset, coupled with 4GB of RAM. The 64GB internal storage is expandable to up to 256GB. The phone is available on Amazon in Black and Gold colours. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dqJy3GYTH9nkaiCuxtZ59j.jpg Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro The Redmi Note 5 Pro is an incredible smartphone for its price point. Even after heavy usage through out the day, the battery won't run out in the span of 24 hours. Idle battery life will last for quite a while. The camera performs well, the SoC boosts efficiency and the option for expandable storage make life a lot easier. The phone is currently available on Amazon for Rs 12,999. Read the full review: Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2XL9t3t8654mMod3eWWPjG.jpg Moto E5 Plus It may be the cheapest of the range, but the Moto E5 still packs a sizeable 5.7-inch display with a tall 18:9 aspect ratio display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of storage, 13MP rear camera, microSD slot and a rear facing fingerprint scanner. More to the point, there's a big 4,000mAh battery, along with a stock Android 8.0 Oreo UI, a headphone jack and a 5MP front-facing camera. Not bad for the price, but it's definitely not without compromise. Read the full review: Moto E5 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XzuSxRPd5KQrRLrmy4zbDU.jpg After launching the Srt.phone, India-based Smartron has launched a budget smartphone in the country with a big 5000mAh battery. While the device does not offer powerful hardware, it is good for a secondary device for all-day use priced at Rs. 7,999 on Flipkart. While the device is being offered as a budget device, it does not feel cheap at all. It features a metal body with plastic bands at the top and bottom and features a fingerprint sensor at the rear. Read the full review: Smartron t.Phone P The camera on your smartphone matters more than the battery? Then maybe you should be looking at our list of the best camera phones on a budget!Some people just a need a bigger screen because it make productivity tasks so much easier to execute. Here are the best 4G tablets in the market right now. Don't care about the battery or the camera? If you're looking for a holistic phone that covers all the bases and doesn't compromise on any part of the smartphone experience, then you should be looking at our list of the top 10 smartphones that we've tested.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/3OCH0hKHBdc

The top laptops under Rs. 40000 now often feature a dedicated graphics card for mild gaming on a budget, without compromising on other aspects of the device. The sub 40K is most the most asked price segment when it comes to notebooks. From students to office-goers, everyone can easily get a laptop that does basic day to day tasks with an ease. If it's about the add-ons, many of them offer a dedicated graphic card, or multimedia features or sometimes you may get additional power for intensive tasks. But certainly not enough power to suffice the need of a video editor or a graphic designer for that matter. Still, finding the best laptops among the options available can be a little challenging. There are many configurations available, some with newer processors and some with older ones. Some of the previous generation laptops may also be better than newer ones when you consider the specs-to-price ratio. As always, we’ve tried to make the job of selecting the best laptop under Rs 40,000 easier for you. Note that these prices and deals were available when this article was written. Best laptops for students for under Rs 40,000http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PM5JoRvgTeKYw4mYWqPg3P.jpg HP has several affordable options when it comes to laptops with an integrated graphics card. The HP 15-BE015TU features a 15.6-inch HD backlit LED display, along with the full set of connectivity options. Dual speakers, DTS audio sound and HP’s Truevision HD webcam round up the specs of the laptop. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fGE8FHu3yaS52pZd3PqrUe.jpg The first Dell entrant in this list, the Inspiron 3567 comes with the latest generation of Intel’s Core i5 processor with integrated Intel HD graphics. It looks minimalist and comes with six hours of battery life, which is good compared to other options. The Inspiron 3567 also features a similar 15.6-inch HD display, but comes with half the RAM compared to its competitors at this price. You will have to decide whether you want the latest generation processor or more RAM. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pxpQASECtycQGu7mUjjwnf.jpg Another good laptop from Acer is the Aspire E5-575G. It comes with a 6th gen Core i3 processor, but makes up for it with a dedicated 2GB NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics card. Compared to the E5-575, it is slightly more expensive but having a dedicated graphics card could be worth it if your main goal is to game comfortably. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hq8kgkKNBnTjcT3BbKbk99.jpeg The Dell Inspiron 15 5000 is powered by a seventh generation Intel Core i6 processor coupled with Intel HD Graphics. It features a 15.6-inch full HD display, offering a vivid visual experience to users. It is a powerful device and at this price point, offers excellent value for money to its users. It runs on Linux and sports dual stereo speakers with MaxxAudio Pro support, for a good audio experience. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xW9sZPVvkNZQDSc3fgykN6.jpg The Asus X541UA-XO561T features a 15.6-inch HD display and is powered by a sixth generation Intel core i3 processor with Intel Integrated HD 520 graphics. It is equipped with 4GB of DDR4 RAM, 1TB HDD and runs on Windows 10 Home. Like other affordable laptops, this device from Asus also lacks dedicated graphics and is equipped with Intel HD graphics. Additionally, it offers only 4GB RAM, but considering its price, it is a capable contender in this list. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xWQfRCvCz5m5kxG7MqFMxj.jpg The HP 15-bs145tu features a 15.6-inch full HD display and is powered by an eighth generation Intel core i5 processor with Intel HD 620 graphics. It is equipped with 8GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB HDD and runs on DOS. The laptop is equipped with some good features from HP such as the HP Fast charge that allows you to charge the device to 90% in just 90 minutes and HP Audio that delivers rich bass and provides clear voice. This powerful device is a good option if you are looking for a long term device and are willing to spend around Rs. 40,000. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wdfFxEaWwwvxn65bZoVzW9.jpg Acer has another E5-575 laptop with a newer Core i5 7th generation processor with integrated Intel HD graphics. It also comes with 8GB DDR4 RAM and a full set of connectivity options. Considering its current price, the E5-575 Core i5 is a good machine to consider, compared to the Dell Inspiron 3567. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RhJtsdgNqkNbw9oGERxJKP.jpg The Lenovo Ideapad 310 comes with a 6th gen Intel Core i5 processor and a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce N16V-GMR1 graphics card. A full set of ports for connectivity and a decent design makes the Ideapad 310 another worthy contender in this segment. It also comes with decent battery life, making it a good all-round package under Rs 40,000. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/necU3zJWYASXArukvZiRyR.jpg The Dell Vostro 3468 with 7th Gen Intel Core i5 processor is next in this list. The laptop comes with Window 10 operating system and has a plenty of ports including 1xUSB 2.0, 2xUSB 3.0, 1xHDMI port and 1xVGA port. Weighing 1.96kg, the laptop is lightweight which makes it highly portable for the users. So, apart from getting a good processor, you will have a number of connectivity options and that too with a reasonable price tag. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DCSBao5nVykEZ3xXuumD9C.jpg Falling next very close to under-40k category is the Lenovo Ideapad 320. The laptop has in-built Harman speakers with Dolby Audio which ensure crystal clear sound to the users who like to consume media. Along with superior sound quality, the laptop also offers crisp display with up to full HD IPS resolution. The 7th gen Intel i5 processor is still among the best you would get on a competition, so performance and efficiency is ensured. A 2GB graphic card also lets you play mild games without needing a gaming laptop, but of course, heavy titles might not fit in that system. But overall, it's a highly recommended machine for the price. The best laptops for gaming under Rs 50,000http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/XTnyjbYNxMk

At CES 2019, Lenovo showed off its new line of Yoga convertible laptops that come with a host of improved features, and which the company claims are its smartest computers yet. Now, you might think your existing laptop is pretty smart, but Lenovo has packed these new devices with some interesting artificial intelligence features that tie together facial recognition, biometric authentication and virtual assistants, as well as high quality media playback. According to Lenovo, “these advancements are driven by people’s evolving needs, like wanting security and privacy without sacrificing convenience, or immersive entertainment without compromising on portability.” http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LQncjyjZtd6PEEFTTgQq5T.jpg Yoga S940First off is the new Yoga S940, which is an incredibly slim and light laptop with Contour Glass that wraps around the display. The bezels are incredibly slim around the display, which can be configured to be up to 4K with HDR and Dolby Vision, with Atmos support. It’s built out of aluminium, weighs 2.64 pounds and is just 0.48 inches (12.2mm) thick. It’s powerful, too, with 16GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 1TB of PCIe SSD super-fast storage, as well as an Intel 8th generation Core i7 processor. It also comes with Lenovo Smart Assist features, which include an IR camera for face recognition login, eye tracking content that moves content from the screen to an attached monitor depending on where you’re looking, and software that blocks out background sounds when you’re making voice and video calls. Alexa and Cortana voice assistants are supported, too. The Lenovo Yoga S940 goes on sale May 2019, starting at $1,499 (around £1,200, AU$2,100). Yoga C730The Lenovo Yoga C730 has also been updated, and it comes with a gorgeous new 4K OLED touchscreen display, with a 100% color gamut that makes it a brilliant choice for photographers and digital artists. It also features up to 16GB DDR4 RAM, a 512GB PCIe SSD, built-in JBL speakers and Lenovo’s Active Pen 2 stylus. An 8th generation Intel Core i7 processor powers the laptop. It goes on sale in April 2019 for $1,649.99 (around £1,300, AU$2,300). However, Lenovo’s press materials say it is not on sale in the US. We’ve contacted Lenovo to find out if and when this laptop is coming to the US. Lenovo Yoga A940Lenovo also revealed a 27-inch all-in-one desktop PC aimed at creatives, which offers an alternative to the iMac and Surface Studio 2. It comes with a rotating 4K screen, which is Dolby Vision certified, and it sits on a dual-hinge design that allows you to move the screen to 25-degree angle for drawing on. An AMD Radeon RX 560 graphics card gives plenty of oomph for video editing and rendering (and even a spot of gaming), and it has a 1080p IR camera and optional five Dolby Atmos speakers. It will cost $2,349.99 (around £1,900, AU$3,300) and goes on sale March 2019. Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/wuFCD2ryeKQ

Google Assistant getting smarter in 2019, and we got a chance to demo its new powers at CES 2019, including the ability to translate to a foreign language between two people in real-time. Assistant, now two and a half years old and on nearly one billion devices, is being upgraded in three key ways: on your phone, in the car and at home. More apps, like Google Maps, will now include Assistant functionality, which will make driving safer, according to Google. Here’s how Google Assistant is changing and possibly altering your daily habits, all based on our hands-on demo of the AI software during CES. Google Assistant real-time translationThe biggest highlight of Google’s CES 2019 demo has been real-time translation. Officially dubbed Interpreter Mode, we tested out its ability to translate between two people speaking different languages. It worked for us at the Caesar’s Palace concierge desk, where we spoke English and a Google employee spoke fluent Italian. We didn’t understand anything the person said to us until Google Assistant on a Google Home Hub read loud the English translation seconds later. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/r5KNBajyWrZ36ZaQdC9Qrj.jpg Really, the potential behind this new Assistant mode is immense. It could be a game changer for world travelers who don’t speak the language of the country they’re visiting. It could make foreign traveling more inviting in the future, once it rolls out to more devices. In its current state, Interpreter Mode can translate between 27 languages in real-time and is slated to work through Google Home speakers, like the Google Home Hub and Google Home Mini. It’ll come to more devices and even smartphones in the future, according to the company. New smartphone functionsGoogle Assistant is just getting smartphone on phones. The AI behind the assistant is constantly being improved to better understand what it’s being told. It’s also being supported by more apps, making it easier to complete tasks. What’s that mean for you? For one thing, better dictation, as Google Assistant can automatically handle punctuation on Android and iOS phones. It’s also just getting better at messaging in general, with the ability to read back and reply to all of your messaging notification on Android. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sRMDdhetT9k8piqGv7hwUk.jpg The number of apps supporting messaging from Google Assistant is growing, too. At least for Android, it will work with SMS, WhatsApp, Messenger, Hangouts, Viber, Telegram, Android Messages and more. Google Assistant’s mobile upgrades aren’t limited to messaging either. Improved understanding of context and multi-part questions can let it respond to more complex questions like “How far is the airport from here?” based on your travel plans, or queries as random as “How tall is Khloe Kardashian and her boyfriend?” It’ll be able to figure out who her boyfriend is and recite both of their heights. Frequent travelers and sports fans also get some upgrades. Google Assistant can learn your favorite sports team, and it will soon be able to check into flights for you while also saving and retrieving your boarding pass. United Airlines will be the first to support the automatic check-in, and it’ll work on both Android and iOS. Google Assistant in your carGoogle is also aiming to make your driving experience safer. Beyond the upgrades to messaging with Google Assistant that will make it easier to handle communication while keeping your eyes on the road, Google Assistant will work directly with Google Maps on both Android and iOS. If you don’t have a dedicated Android Auto device built into your car, you’re not out of luck in 2019. You can still just mount up your phone and use that, or take your pick of new auto accessories that will come with Google Assistant built-in. Both Anker and JBL are working on devices to plug right into your car’s lighter port and connect via Bluetooth or auxiliary cable. They provide a link between your phone and your car’s stereo, and they’re microphones will reduce echo, making it easier to give commands to Google Assistant. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eBpPooqiqchz8VsSJEidpk.jpg Those commands will do more for you as well, since you’ll be able get navigation in Google Maps through the assistant as well as sharing your ETA with contacts, searching along your route, and adding new stops. You can also keep your favorite podcasts and music playing as you drive without taking your hands off the wheel or eyes off the road. Your car’s health is even getting some attention from Google Assistant. Verizon’s Hum accessory will gather your vehicle’s diagnostics, which can then be pulled up with just your voice. Google Assistant in your homePerhaps the place Google Assistant is going to make the biggest splash this year is in the home. Internet of Things devices are constantly growing, and Google Assistant is a prime tool for interacting with and controlling many of these devices. At CES 2019, Google has announced Google Assistant Connect, a new platform for IoT device manufacturers to incorporate the assistant into devices easily and affordably. That integration can let you control more devices with Google Assistant without the need to have a Google Home device in every room. Google Assistant Connect will be coming later this year, and it has potential for a wide variety of device types. On the show floor, Google showed off an e-ink that could connect to a smart speaker to provide a daily info, like the weather. Clocks, light bulbs and air conditioners are also on the table. Google suggested telling an air conditioner to run for an hour in a press email, and it mentioned smart C-Life bulbs coming from GE. Philips Hue bulbs will also be getting smarter with support for more advanced controls through Google Assistant. You’ll be able to set up light-based wake-up times and gentle alarms that turn on slowly increase the brightness of bulbs before the sound-based alarm goes off. Lenovo is even working on the Lenovo Smart Clock, which can sit at your bedside, providing all the typical Google Assistant features on a 4-inch display. But, it can also suggest alarms based on your routines and offer a gentle wake-up. That devices should launch in spring. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2PsDDTUdFby2wuiZV9zS6o.jpg Home entertainment isn’t getting left out of the mix either. Google Assistant is integrating into a load of new and existing devices. Sonos One and Sonos Beam speakers will get Google Assistant control for music and podcasts, and earlier Sonos models may get the feature later on. Naturally, TVs will get plenty of Google Assistant support as well. Select TVs from Samsung, Sony, Hisense, Philips, TCL, Skyworth, Xiaomi, Haier, Changhong, JVC and Toshiba will get Google Assistant. This will make it possible to control channels, volume and more with just your voice. And, for those that include far field microphones, there will be less issue with misheard commands. And, these are just the devices we can expect to see in the near term. Google has plans for Google Assistant integration into everything from kitchen appliances and home security to EV chargers and smart shower controls. If you’re interested a tour of sorts showing of the new features and integrations of Google Assistant, you can say, “Hey Google, take me on the Assistant ride,” to your own Google Assistant. Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/JxxMZdQzZX8

In an effort to make its platform more accessible to developers, GitHub has announced that free users will have unlimited access to private repositories. For the first time, developers will be able to use the platform for their private projects and they can even collaborate with up to three users per repository for free. This is great news for developers that want to use private repos when applying for jobs, working on side projects or just to test a new idea in private before releasing it publicly. GitHub's public repositories are still free as well and include unlimited collaborators. New enterprise offeringIn addition to empowering free users, GitHub also announced its new unified product for Enterprise Cloud (formerly GitHub Business Cloud) and Enterprise Server (formerly GitHub Enterprise). GitHub Enterprise will provide organisations with the flexibility to use GitHub in either a cloud or a self-hosted configuration at a one per-seat price. These products can also be securely linked to form a hybrid option using GitHub Connect so that developers can seamlessly work across both environments. In a blog post highlighting the announcement, the company's CEO Nat Friedman explained how GitHub is the best place to code for users of all backgrounds, saying: “Whether you’re a student about to write your first line of code, an enterprise leader with teams around the world, or an open source maintainer, we want GitHub to be the best place for you to code, collaborate, and connect with the global community of developers. Today’s changes are a big investment in the future of GitHub, and we’re excited to see what you build in 2019.” These are the best laptops for programmershttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/EYZoEX28ffs

At CES 2019, Alienware announced the Area-51m, a gaming laptop that doesn't just pack the latest and greatest specs – it's also upgradable. The Alienware Area-51m is the latest flagship gaming laptop from Dell's gaming brand, featuring the new 'Legend' industrial design. Unlike most desktop replacement gaming laptops, the Area-51m has a clean black or white (with a black accent around the back) design. It's not just style, out of the box, the Alienware Area-51m will already be an impressive gaming laptop, with socketed desktop-grade Coffee Lake Refresh processors and Nvidia Turing graphics, that users can upgrade in the future. These processors will top out with the Intel Core i7-9700K and Intel Core i9-9900HK, which are the first eight-core processors to make it to a laptop. These powerful processors will be backed up with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 GPU. It's not clear how the internal GPUs will be upgraded, but the CPU appears to be using a standard Intel processor socket. However, the Alienware Area-51m will be fully compatible with the Alienware Graphics Amplifier, which enables full-speed external graphics from either AMD or Nvidia. You can pack it with up to 2TB of SSD storage and 64GB of RAM, so the sky's the limit when it comes to performance, and all this powerful hardware will be powering a FHD (1,920 x 1,080) 144Hz G-Sync display with Tobii eye tracking technology. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/peBwVPm7HBgCgdy96fohkM.jpg Cool it downNow, when a gaming laptop comes out with desktop-grade components, cooling is obviously going to be a concern. Alienware hopes to address this with its new Advanced Cryo-Tech 2.0 cooling system. This cooling system will draw cool air from the bottom of the laptop, and exhaust the hot air through vents in the back and sides of the laptop. It doesn't end there, though. Backed up with a high voltage driving fan, the system can intelligently discharge heat across several heat pipes. Alienware claims that this setup will keep the desktop-grade components within their thermal limits. Understandably, all of this cooling to come at a cost to the dimensions. The Alienware Area-51m is a hefty device, weighing in at 8.54 pounds (3.87Kg), and measuring 1.7 inches (42mm) at its thickest point. Alienware hasn't disclosed pricing information at the time of writing, but the Alienware Area-51m will be hitting the market on January 21. Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/Pr2PUOzwfaA

IBM has revealed how it wants to bring quantum computing out of the lab and to the masses at CES 2019. Speaking at her keynote this morning, IBM CEO Ginni Rometty revealed the company's next step along its IBM Q quantum computing development process, an entirely new system that it hopes can greatly increase the reach and use of the technology. The new IBM Q System One platform is its first integrated universal quantum computing platform and its "most advanced ever", meaning the technology is finally able to break free from the laboratory to help a wider range of organisations than ever before. Quantum computing for the massesIBM says that the "world first" 20-qubit system is designed to assist commercial and scientific organisations harness the power of quantum computing, highlighting examples such as financial data modelling or optimising global logistics operations. But along with bringing new levels of computing power, IBM's new release also represents a striking transformation in the look of quantum computing. The hardware is contained in a specially designed 9x9 foot glass case built by Goppion, a world-renowned maker of museum glass display cases that is best known for protecting the Mona Lisa in the Louvre. This case is purpose-built to eliminate outside interference and lengthen the lifespan of quantum computing's units of information called qubits so they survive long enough to perform useful calculations without interference from external sound, vibrations, or temperature fluctuations. There's no news on how much the system will cost, but companies and research organisations will be able to pay to use it via IBM's cloud, with Exxon Mobile and CERN among those already signed up. "The IBM Q System One is a major step forward in the commercialisation of quantum computing," said Arvind Krishna, senior vice president of hybrid cloud and director of IBM Research. "This new system is critical in expanding quantum computing beyond the walls of the research lab as we work to develop practical quantum applications for business and science." Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/eUl2Jbt72dY

Now that CES 2019 is here, Dell has announced the Dell XPS 13 for 2019, and it brings long awaited improvements to Dell’s flagship laptop. Dell has managed to craft its smallest laptop camera ever, at 2.25mm – small enough to be integrated into the top bezel of the XPS 13 InfinityEdge display. This finally eliminates one of the longest lasting issues with the Dell XPS lineup, whose webcams were always at an awkward nose-high position. That would be impressive enough on its own, but Dell has kept the same general footprint as last year, managing to shove a 13.3-inch laptop in a 11-inch chassis, weighing just 2.7 pounds (1.2kg), and coming in at just 0.3 inches (7.6mm) at the narrowest point. Dell is also releasing a new Frost color option, as well as remixing last year’s Arctic White color to be brighter and whiter. Maximum style, maximum powerBut those aesthetic changes wouldn’t mean that much if there wasn’t more powerful hardware inside, and Dell is well aware of this. The Dell XPS 2019 will be packing the latest 8th-generation Whiskey Lake processors, with turbo boosts of up to 4.6GHz. With up to 16GB of LPDDR3 memory, and up to a 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160) InfinityEdge touch display, the Dell XPS 13 2019 holds par with its predecessor in these two areas. And, thanks to a starting option with an 8th-generation Intel Core i3 processor, an entry-level model can be had for $899 (about £710, AU$1,270) to start. The Dell XPS 13 2019 is available beginning January 8 with a 4K display in either the silver-on-black and rose gold-on-white color options, with the 4K display option in Frost-on-white and all 1080p options coming in late January. Dell says the aforementioned entry-level model will arrive "after January". http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FpbbqM8a9Y3bpdNKw6ZWAd.jpg There’s a new Inspiron, tooWhile Dell’s XPS lineup traditionally occupies the high-end of the PC space, Dell has also launched two new Inspiron 2-in-1 laptops aimed at the mid-range. The Dell Inspiron 13 7000 and Dell Inspiron 15 7000 2-in-1 Black Edition laptops are convertible laptops with a unique Dell Active Pen stylus garage. This is located in the hinge of the device, so your stylus is always accessible for note-taking or sketching. However, beyond the inclusion of USB Type-C for charging, Dell hasn’t shared any specifics on the hardware inside these new Inspiron devices. We’re sure that Dell will announce the specific hardware closer to release. But, we do know these new Inspiron laptops will feature a new Adaptive Thermal technology that will let the laptop sense when it’s sitting still on a desk or being moved around, automatically adjusting performance to optimize thermals. No price has been announced for either new Inspiron 7000 2-in-1 Black Edition model, but both will be on shelves come May 2019. There will also be a silver, non-Black Edition model without an Active Pen garage, for what we assume will be a lower price. Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/cHBB-knYBTI

CES 2019 is here, and Dell has announced its next-generation budget gaming laptops, the Dell G5 15, G7 15 and G7 17. While Dell has featured the G-series name before, these new gaming laptops are starting to look more and more like their Alienware counterparts. The Dell G7 15 and G5 15 are 15-inch laptops, and come in a Deep Space Black color option with blue accents, and feature ridges around the borders that give it an edgy appearance – and will probably help with cooling. However, users can opt for the Dell G5 15 SE, which has the same specs as the Dell G5 15, but with an Alpine White chassis with the same blue accents. The main difference between these two models is the dimensions. The Dell G5 15 measures in at 0.95 inches (23.7mm) thick, and weighs 6.1 pounds (2.77kg). The Dell G7 15, however is much thinner at 0.78 inches (19.9mm), consequently weighing less at 5.77 pounds (2.62kg). These thin and light chassis are packing the latest Intel Coffee Lake processors, with up to an Intel Core i7-8750HQ hex-core processor and Nvidia Turing graphics up to an RTX 2080. Users will also be able to upgrade the display to a 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160) OLED display for high-detail gaming, or instead opt for a FHD (1,920 x 1,080) panel at 144Hz, perfect for competitive gaming. The Dell G5 15 will start at $999 (about £780, AU$1,400), with the Dell G5 15 SE available as an upgrade option. If you want to get your hands on the thin and light Dell G7 15, however, you're looking at a starting price of $1,099 (about £870, AU$1,550). Both laptops will hit the market on January 21. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x8oCPjC5KFcnf3CrtTrYxJ.jpg Bigger and badderDell didn't just announce two budget-level 15-inch gaming laptops. The manufacturer also showed off the Dell G7 17, packing more powerful hardware behind a bigger chassis. The Dell G7 17 will allow users to opt for an Intel Core i9 processor, dramatically increasing the horsepower. However, the rest of the specs, including the Nvidia Turing graphics remain the same – topping out with the RTX 2080. The Dell G7 17 has the same Deep Space Black color as the 15-inch varieties, and unlike many 17-inch gaming laptops, it isn't that much thicker, either, measuring just .98 inches (25mm) thick and weighing 7.21 pounds (3.27kg). Keep in mind, though, that the 17-inch display version doesn't have a 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160) option, as it's limited to FHD (1,920 x 1,080). However, you can opt for a high refresh rate of 144Hz. The Dell G7 17 will be out on January 21, and will start at $1,379 (about £1,090, AU$1,950). Check out all of TechRadar's CES 2019 coverage. We're live in Las Vegas to bring you all the breaking tech news and launches, plus hands-on reviews of everything from 8K TVs and foldable displays to new phones, laptops and smart home gadgets.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/software-news/~4/70uJ2-Y_aO8