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HP Split X2 and SlateBook x2: Price and Release Now Official

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HP wants to delve deeper into the mobile device market with the introduction of two hybrid laptop/tablet devices running on Windows 8 and Android platform.

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The forthcoming HP Split x2 (Windows icon cool HP Split X2 and SlateBook x2: Price and Release Now Official and SlateBook x2 (Android) have fair amount of specs that could be worth checking out. First is the Windows 8 powered laptop/tablet hybrid, Split x2 that has a 13.3-inch touchscreen panel, 1,366 x 768 resolution, Intel Ivy Bridge Core i3 or i5 CPU option, 2MP webcam and SSD storage. Its detachable keyboard provides additional battery juice aside from an optional 500GB extra HDD space. Other specs include WiDi, microSD/full-SD card expansion, USB 2.0/3.0 ports, HDMI and Beats Audio.

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On the other hand, the Android-powered SlateBook x2 has the latest Jelly Bean OS (4.2.2) inside with a powerful Nvidia Tegra 4 SoC, 10-inch touchscreen panel, 1920 x 1200 resolution, 64GB internal storage, DTS Sound+ Solution, USB port, stereo speakers, SD/microSD readers and a detachable keyboard that provides extra battery life and a multitouch trackpad. There’s also a keyboard shortcut for Google voice search while other pre-loaded apps include Google Now, Gmail, YouTube, Google Drive, Google+ and access to Google Play

The latest x2 devices join HP’s other detachable PC products, Envy x2 and Slate7. Both are scheduled for release on August with the Split x2 priced at $ 800 while the SlateBook x2 at $ 480.

Google Releases Unlocked Galaxy S4, Price Hurts A Bit

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Google is set to release its own version of Samsung’s Galaxy S4 retrofitted with a “stock” version of its Android OS Jelly Bean, not the one modified by the phone company.

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This was announced by Google’s VP of product management for Android Hugo Bara during the company’s ongoing Google I/O developers conference. The device is possessed of an LTE-support for the giant carriers T-Mobile and AT&T and comes in a full unlocked version. Google’s Galaxy S4 will be available in 16GB storage and will receive prompt system updates.

The move to sell its own version of the Galaxy S4 could have been triggered by Google’s experience with Nexus phones offering no compatibility with the 4th-gen LTE network and poor cameras. This could appease Google users and improve the image of Android OS even more. The search giant’s past experience of selling phones without the support of carriers on its online Google Play store proved to be unsuccessful.

Samsung contributed to the success and popularity of Android mobile OS by integrating it to its range of mobile phone products offered in the market. Google is optimistic that its version of the Galaxy S IV will be a huge seller with the modifications and new features introduced. It will be Google’s take on the OS and the phone will go on sale in Google Play starting June 26 for a hefty price of $ 649.

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Google Releases Unlocked Galaxy S4, Price Hurts A Bit

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Google is set to release its own version of Samsung’s Galaxy S4 retrofitted with a “stock” version of its Android OS Jelly Bean, not the one modified by the phone company.

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This was announced by Google’s VP of product management for Android Hugo Bara during the company’s ongoing Google I/O developers conference. The device is possessed of an LTE-support for the giant carriers T-Mobile and AT&T and comes in a full unlocked version. Google’s Galaxy S4 will be available in 16GB storage and will receive prompt system updates.

The move to sell its own version of the Galaxy S4 could have been triggered by Google’s experience with Nexus phones offering no compatibility with the 4th-gen LTE network and poor cameras. This could appease Google users and improve the image of Android OS even more. The search giant’s past experience of selling phones without the support of carriers on its online Google Play store proved to be unsuccessful.

Samsung contributed to the success and popularity of Android mobile OS by integrating it to its range of mobile phone products offered in the market. Google is optimistic that its version of the Galaxy S IV will be a huge seller with the modifications and new features introduced. It will be Google’s take on the OS and the phone will go on sale in Google Play starting June 26 for a hefty price of $ 649.

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iConsole.tv Android Desktop Gets A Preview, Price at $999

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Mobile Media Ventures plans to reinvent gaming and desktop platforms with its prototype iConsole.tv. It is an Android powered rig that is endowed with more powerful hardware capable of running more sophisticated apps which the company sees as the future for personal computing and gaming.

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MMV’s bigwig, Christopher Price, stressed that in the future Android platform would be integrated not only to mobile devices, i.e. smartphones and tablets, but also to TV, desktop computers and servers. The prototype iConsole.tv, Unit 00, is running on a 3.3GHz Intel Ivy Bridge processor, Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, 8GB DDR3 RAM, 2 x 500GB HDD and an integrated Intel HD 4000 for its graphics. Price mentioned that the Unit 00 will only be available for developers.

The iConsole.tv is also equipped with dual HDMI ports and plans to have Connected TV support with ATSC, CableCard and Protected DLNA media gateway. The Unit 00 also has a protected version of Linux which allows users/developers to switch to a more traditional desktop environment. It can also run Steam without any issues.

The prototype proves powerful than current mobile devices by scoring high on AnTuTu benchmarks with 78,044, more than the Galaxy S4. Games and apps run faster on the unit 00 however, playing mobile games on a desktop environment could be challenging especially if you don’t have any touchscreen controls. Price said that there will be a few tweaks MMV needs to implement before Unit 00 could be deployed in the market.

Interested developers can get their hands on the iConsolve.tv kit and developer program for quite a hefty price of $ 999. Final product specifications could also be changed in the future.

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B&O BeoLab 14 Looks Cool Outside, Price Is Not

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Luxury electronics manufacturer Bang & Olufsen (B&O) surprises its patrons with a new creation from its A/V line, the Beolab 14 surround sound speakers.

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The Danish company is famous for introducing stylish and sophisticated consumer electronics ranging from speakers, television sets and telephones. Its latest Beolab 14 sound system comes at either 4.1 or a 5.1 setup that comprises of up to 6 individual speakers with independent amplifiers. Each setup has a robust subwoofer with 280-watt power and 8-inch downward-facing driver capable of delivering bass tones at 26Hz. Each setup will be endowed with satellite speakers; 4 x 2.5-inch speakers for the 4.1 setup (combined with B&O’s TV set acting as a center speaker) and 5 x 2.5-inch speakers for the 5.1 setup (perfect for those who use different HDTV brand and want to have an independent middle speaker).

Each satellite speaker measures 16cm in diameter with stylish aluminum enclosures that doubles as a heat sink. The circular driver of each speaker can be set on stands or wall-mounted depending on user preference. As mentioned, each satellite speaker has individual active amplifier capable of producing 140 watts of power with active and midrange drivers. In addition, it has an onboard Digital Signal Porcessor, Power link connections, A/V multi-connector and Adaptive Bass Linearization.

Interested audiophiles can get the 4.1 setup for a hefty price of $ 3995 while the 5.1 setup will burn a bigger hole in your wallet at $ 4395. Both setups come in black or white and will launch starting next month.