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Reports: Samsung-powered version of Apple A9 is too hot to handle [UPDATED]

There are two versions of Apple’s iPhone 6/6S — one contains a chip from TSMC, one from Samsung. Testing thus far indicates the two are not created equal.

Linksys WRT1900ACS review: The best router for most router enthusiasts

In April 2014, the Linksys WRT1900AC was the fastest 802.11ac router I’d ever tested. And I made a point of including that date in the ‘At a Glance’ part of the review for two reasons: That information is displayed almost … Continue reading

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Microsoft Surface Book vs. Apple MacBook Pro: Which one deserves your dollars?

Microsoft’s new Surface Book is impressive, but can it beat the MacBook Pro at its own game? Let’s take a closer look.

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Light’s L16 is a DSLR-quality camera that fits in your pocket — for a stiff price

On its way to putting a DSLR in your smartphone, Light says it can put one in your pocket if you have $1,700 to spend.

Roku’s HBO Now app arrives, fashionably late

For Roku users, the wait for HBO’s standalone streaming video service is finally over. HBO Now is now starting to appear on all current-generation Roku players. (This generally covers Roku models released after May 2011.) The launch was first confirmed … Continue reading

Sony slashes PlayStation 4′s price to match Xbox One

Sony is doing its part in the console wars by officially dropping the PlayStation 4 price to $350. The new prices go into effect on October 9, with a bundle that includes Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection. Another bundle with Star … Continue reading

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Confirmed: Sony cuts the price of the PS4

Finally, Sony has confirmed that the price of the 500GB PS4 bundles will drop to just $349.99 starting on Friday the 9th. And if you’re interested in a 1TB model, you’ll now only have to pay $429.99.

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ET deals: Dell Optiplex 3020 small form factor quad-core desktop for $529

Need a tiny PC that can still handle a heavy workload? Check out the OptiPlex 3020 small form factor desktop PC from Dell. It’s less than four inches thick, weighs roughly 13 pounds, and it doesn’t compromise on performance. The … Continue reading

Amazon may create a live TV service of its own

Amazon may be at least considering its own live streaming TV service, presumably to fend off a similar effort from Apple. Dan Rayburn, a well-connected TV industry analyst, wrote on his blog that Amazon has quietly asked “multiple content owners” … Continue reading

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Volvo: We’ll take the blame if our self-driving cars crash

Volvo also calls for a single US standard for self-driving cars to spur adoption. Will this make states-righters blanch?