Lenovo’s new Smart Tab M10 2nd Gen is an affordable 10-inch tablet that doubles as a smart display

Lenovo has made a marked commitment to smart displays, even being one of the first manufacturers to roll out a Google Assistant-powered smart display. The concept of a Smart Displays is pretty simple – you connect it to your Google account, and you can access all of the Google Assistant’s features with a constant, visual aid as well. Lenovo is taking that a step further, as at CES 2020, they’ve announced a follow-up to last year’s Smart Tab M10, the Smart Tab M10 FHD+ 2nd Gen that doubles as a smart display. This is made possible through the Google Assistant’s ambient mode, which can be enabled on selected Android devices.

Lenovo says that most tablets when at home are unused for 23 hours a day on average. This means that turning them into a smart display gives them more use, and at a starting cost of $189, the Lenovo Smart Tab M10 2nd Gen might be worth investing in. It comes with a smart charging station that holds the tablet upright while charging it and will turn it into a smart speaker with a screen. It can pick up your voice from across the room as well, with a dual microphone setup and a dedicated signaling chip for processing information from both. The tablet automatically converts into a smart photo frame when not in use.

The tablet is also designed for families, and natively supports multiple accounts and face unlock for each user. There’s also a kids mode, a posture alert, and a bumpy environment alert. When it detects that the user’s posture is poor, it can alert them to that fact. When it detects a bumpy environment, such as a car or a van, it can tell the user to stop using the device.

The Lenovo Smart Tab M10 2nd Gen will be available in North America in 2020, at a starting price of $189.

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Lenovo’s foldable PC, the ThinkPad X1 Fold, launches this year for $2499

Back in May last year, Lenovo first unveiled a preview of the world’s first foldable PC as part of its ThinkPad X1 family. At the time, the company merely showcased the design of the upcoming device featuring a large foldable display with thick bezels on all sides. Later in the year, Mircosoft also followed suit with the Surface Neo — a dual-screen foldable tablet running Windows 10X. But while Microsoft’s Surface Neo is still a long way out, Lenovo has now revealed details of its upcoming foldable laptop at CES 2020.

The foldable laptop, which has been dubbed ThinkPad X1 Fold, features a 13.3-inch foldable pOLED display with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Lenovo aims to reimagine mobile computing with the X1 Fold, offering users a unique chassis built with a combination of lightweight alloys and carbon fiber. Developed in collaboration with Intel, the always-connected ThinkPad X1 Fold will be powered by Intel Core processors with Intel’s Hybrid Technology and it will initially be available with Windows 10 in mid-2020. The company is also planning on offering the device with Windows 10X, much like the Surface Neo, at a later date.

Lenovo claims that the ThinkPad X1 Folio will weigh in at just 1kg, including the leather folio case which has a built-in kickstand to prop up the display. The unique notebook features a multi-link torque hinge mechanism to manage stresses when folded or unfolded. Lenovo had to work through six different hinge designs and more than twenty variations to arrive at this final design. For those of you who aren’t comfortable with the idea of typing on a touch screen, Lenovo will also be releasing an optional Bluetooth Mini Fold keyboard for the device and a ThinkPad X1 Fold Stand to quickly place the device in either portrait or landscape orientation.

The ThinkPad X1 Fold with Windows 10 is expected to be available in mid-2020 with prices starting from $2,499. The company has released no concrete information about the Windows 10X version and it might be available at a later date. The aforementioned ThinkPad X1 Fold Stand will go on sale in the second half of 2020 and the company will reveal its pricing closer to the launch date.

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Possible Sony Xperia 5 Plus leaks with headphone jack, triple cameras, side-mounted fingerprint scanner

Sony has been trying out taller than usual smartphones for the last year or so. Their previous two models, Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 both have very unique aspect ratios of 21:9, which makes both of them very tall. Now, it looks like the company is going to continue with this feature, as new leaks of Sony Xperia 5 Plus shows a display of the same kind. It also shares other characteristic design choices with previous models.

New renders, courtesy of OnLeaks, show a tall 6.6-inch OLED display with very small bezels on top and bottom. Thankfully, these bezels are filled with dual front-facing stereo speakers. OLED displays are something Sony’s previous mid-rangers didn’t have, which makes us think the Xperia 5 Plus is a flagship. At the top, you’ll also see an 8MP selfie camera. Sony also kept the boxy look from the previous two flagships that I’ve mentioned above. As for the new stuff, you’ll see a Time-of-Flight sensor on the back of the phone, inside the triple camera system.

Speaking of features that set the phone apart, the Xperia 5 Plus also has a 3.5mm audio jack on the top frame. The addition of the headphone jack was a surprise for me, as it’s a feature often found in mid-range or budget devices, and this device looks like a flagship. We may have a bigger display to thank for that addition, as it adds a little bit of additional space inside the device frame. Another thing we can see is the side-mounted fingerprint scanner, which means Sony isn’t hopping on the under-display or Face Unlock-only trend just yet.

That’s basically everything we know about this device right now. Keep in mind that the Sony Xperia 5 Plus may not even be the real name of the device. It goes without saying that the release date and price of this device are unknown to us. Though it may be revealed at CES 2020 this week, I still wouldn’t place any bets on it.

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Via: Slashleaks

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[Update: Surprise Beta] ASUS drops plans to update the ZenFone 4 to Android Pie

Update (1/06/20 @ 11:20 ET): After seemingly dropping plans to update the ZenFone 4 to Android Pie, ASUS surprisingly rolls out another beta.

Taiwanese smartphone manufacturer Asus launched the ZenFone 4 back in late 2017, running Android Nougat out of the box. The device was then updated to Android Oreo shortly thereafter. Earlier this year, to the joy of ZenFone 4 owners worldwide, the company rolled out an Android Pie beta update for the device. However, the joy was shortlived, as Asus has now officially dropped plans for the Android Pie update.

As reported by Android Police, the Asus ZenFone 4 won’t be getting an official Android Pie update after all. In a recent post on the company’s ZenTalk forums, the company has revealed that in order to “preserve the system performance and stability of ZenFone 4(ZE554KL), ASUS does not have plans to further upgrade Android 9 (Pie), but will continue to maintain in Android Oreo.” 

Asus further noted that users could still install the last Android Pie beta release on their devices, however, the company would not support the release with routine updates. This news was met with strong criticism from the community, with users vouching to never buy another smartphone from the company.

The ZenFone 4 is the mid-range option in the company’s lineup for 2017. It features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 630 Soc, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and a 5.5-inch FHD display. The device has two cameras on the back (12MP + 8MP wide-angle), and an 8MP selfie shooter. The device is backed by a 3,300mAh battery. The device was launched alongside the ZenFone 4 Pro and the ZenFone 4 Max. As of now, we have no information on the company’s plans to release updates for the other two devices.

Source: Asus | Via: Android Police

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Update: Surprise Beta

After originally dropping plans to send the final Android Pie beta update the ZenFone 4, ASUS released a surprise second Android Pie beta. The changelog is very short, but this was an unexpected update. It does fix an issue that some people had with random noise on phone calls and notification sounds. Download from the support site below.

Build number: WW-16.0620.1910.19

1. Update Google security patch
2. Fixed random audio noise issue on phone call and notification sound

Source: ASUS | Via: Reddit

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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook has a 4K display and 10th Gen Intel Core i5

The market for high-end Chromebooks is a small, yet significant one, yet the major player in this segment seems to be Google itself. Most Chromebooks on the market feature mid to low range specs and affordable pricing, yet the Pixelbook and the Pixelbook Go are two Chrome OS-based devices that carry as much processing power as a high-end Windows laptop. Whether you need that amount of power in your Chromebook is up to everyone’s usage and opinions on this matter, though. Samsung is also planning to enter this market segment with the launch of the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook, so at least you’ll have alternatives to choose from.

The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook is part of Samsung’s new series of Galaxy Book laptops, which have also included the Galaxy Book Flex and the Galaxy Book Ion. Both of these are powered by Windows 10 and offer mostly conventional high-end specifications. The Galaxy Chromebook takes cues from these devices to a Chrome OS perspective. Just like the Galaxy Book Flex, the Galaxy Chromebook features a 360-degree hinge which allows the user to engage with the device both as a tablet and a laptop, something which is further complemented by the laptop’s slim, light profile: at 9.9mm, it is barely any thicker than your current phone with a case. Given how Chrome OS provides Android apps, the tablet experience should work splendidly.

As for the specifications, the device features a 10th generation Intel Core i5 processor with up to 16 GB of LPDDR3 RAM, up to 1 TB of SSD storage, and a 4K AMOLED display. It will set you back $999.99 for the entry model, while pricing for the higher-specced version remains unknown. The device is set to launch during the first quarter of the year.

Galaxy Chromebook
Dimensions		302.6 x 203.2 x 9.9mm
Weight		1.04kg
OS		Chrome OS
Display		13.3” 4K AMOLED Display (3840×2160), Touch Screen
CPU		Intel® 10th generation Core Processor
Graphics		Intel® UHD Graphics
Memory		Up to 16GB (LPDDR3)
Storage		Up to 1TB SSD
WLAN		Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), 802.11 ax 2×2
Camera / Mic		1MP (Front), 8MP (on Keyboard deck) Internal Digital Dual Array Mic + Mono Mic
Audio		Stereo Speakers (2W x 2)
Pen		Built-In Pen
Security		Fingerprint
Keyboard		Backlit
Material		Aluminum
Ports		USB-C (2) | 3.5pi HP/Mic | UFS/MicroSD Combo
Battery		49.2Wh (Typical)

Are you excited about Samsung’s newest Chromebook?

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Source: Samsung

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Climb the Coding Career Ladder with These Computer Science Courses

Anyone with a reasonable level of coding knowledge can find a job in 2020. But to access the vacancies at top companies like Apple and Google, you really need an education in computer science. For those of us who can’t go back to college, the Complete Computer Science Bundle offers 78 hours of hands-on training. It covers all the most important skills, and you can get the bundle now for only $39 at the XDA Developers Depot.

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Aukey debuts Omnia series chargers with up to 100W dual-port PD at CES 2020

Aukey has been in the charger business for a few years now, having carved its own space when it comes to wall chargers, multi-port charging docks, and power banks. At CES 2020, Aukey is launching its new Omnia series of Gallium Nitride-based wall chargers offering up to 100W charging through dual-port USB Power Delivery.

Aukey’s new Omnia series is claimed to be smaller and lighter than most stock chargers. These new Omnia series chargers come with the new OmniaChip ICs built into all five of the chargers that are being shown off. The OmniaChip power IC makes use of Gallium Nitride (GaN) with an aim to increase switching speeds and energy savings. Omnia series chargers also feature Aukey’s Dynamic Detect technology for increasing charging efficiency.

Aukey Omnia 61W PD Wall Charger

This wall charger comes with the model number PA-B2, and has a dimension of 43 x 43 x 30 mm. It accepts AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz input. The single USB Type-C port can output a maximum of 61W through USB Power Delivery 3.0, in DC 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, and 20.3V/3A combinations.

Omnia 65W Dual-port PD Wall Charger

This wall charger comes with the model number PA-B3, and has a dimension of 52 x 52 x 30 mm. It accepts AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz input. The USB Type-C port can output a maximum of 60W through USB Power Delivery 3.0, in DC 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/2.5A, 15V/3A, and 20V/3A combinations. The USB Type-A port can output DC 5V/2.4A. The charger caps out at 65W.

Omnia 65W Dual-port PD Wall Charger

This wall charger comes with the model number PA-B4, and has a dimension of 52 x 52 x 30 mm. It accepts AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz input. The top USB Type-C port can output a maximum of 18W through USB Power Delivery, in 5V/3A, 9V/2A, and 12V/1.5A combinations. The bottom USB Type-C port can output a maximum of 60W through USB Power Delivery in 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, and 20V/3A combinations. The charger caps out at 65W.

Aukey Omnia 100W PD Wall Charger and Dual-port PD Wall Charger

Aukey has not released further information on these two variants, other than their model number and dimension. Based on the naming scheme, we expect the charger to cap out at 100W. The PA-B5 comes with a single USB Type-C port, and is 54 x 54 x 30 mm in size. The PA-B6 comes with two USB Type-C ports, and is 56 x 56 x 30 mm in size.

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The Aukey Omnia series will be available for purchase online and in retail stores in Q2 2020 in black and white color variants.

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