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CES 2016: In pictures: Huawei Watch Jewel and Elegant for women
CES 2016: In pictures: Huawei Watch Jewel and Elegant for women
In an odd move, Huawei launched two dedicated Huawei Watch variants for women at CES 2016 - the Jewel and the Elegant.
The Huawei Watch Jewel features 68, 1.5mm Swarovski crystals round its face, but if that's a bit too flash for your tastes then the Elegant is Huawei's more understated offering with a knurled pattern around its circumference.
Both watches boast rose gold-plated, 316L cold-forged stainless steel bodies, as well as 10 new watch faces with "exclusive feminine designs." Hmm.
Other than the aesthetics, the specs of the new feminine Huawei Watches are the same as the original they're based on. That means they're just a big, and for the more slender of wrists they do look a bit silly. It's as if Huawei hasn't totally thought these through.
There is a kicker though, as the speaker has been enabled in the Jewel and Elegant allowing you to make and receive calls on your wrist. Every woman's dream, right? No? Oh.

Jewel

Huawei Watch Jewel
Huawei Watch Jewel
Huawei Watch Jewel
Huawei Watch Jewel
Huawei Watch Jewel

Elegant

Huawei Watch Elegant
Huawei Watch Elegant
Huawei Watch Elegant
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IBM's Watson gives Pepper bot its smarts
IBM's Watson gives Pepper bot its smarts
Part of the message that's being driven by Intel's anchoring CES 2016 keynote is the use of technology to improve the human condition. Last night, Intel CEO Brian Krzanich showed us how its sensors and computing processors can be used to train athletes, providing a digital coach that knows when and how to motivate you in your practice.
Tonight, IBM CEO Virginia Marie "Ginni" Rometty announced several partnerships that fall in line with Intel's message on smart technologies. Particularly, Rometty announced that Intel's Watson will provide the intelligence to coach athletes, improve healthcare and give robots human potential.
After we connect things to the internet with the Internet of Things (IoT), IBM, like Intel, wants to collect, analyze and use data to create intelligent machines that help us.
Pepper robot

The brains of Pepper

IBM's Watson will provide the cognitive intelligence to power Softbank's Pepper robot. Rometty announced a partnership with Softbank that would place Watson inside Pepper to help it better understand the world around it.
"IBM and SBRH will tap into data and knowledge across the 'Internet of Things' to enable Watson-powered Pepper to make sense of the hidden meaning in data that traditional computers cannot comprehend – including social media, video, images and text," the companies said in a joint statement.
As part of the goal in making Pepper smarter is helping it learn. Watson will help Pepper understand human language and interactions, a move that could turn Pepper into a robotic digital assistant.
Similarly, Intel showed off its vision of an autonomous butler during its keynote yesterday, but Intel relied on its own technologies to showcase intelligence, like the RealSense 3D camera to help the robot navigate and avoid obstacles in the physical world, sensing capabilities with Intel Curie IoT processors and brain power through Intel's Core m7 processors.
Unlike robots on a manufacturing line, the Watson-powered Pepper and Intel's prototype will need to understand and process more complicated interactions. IBM envisions that Pepper could be used at kiosks and in retail settings.
Under Armour

Helping consumers

Moving from Pepper's enterprise home to your home, Rometty announced a partnership with Medtronics and Under Armour.
It costs society $600 billion to keep people affected by diabetes alive, and Watson can help reduce this cost and improve the lives of diabetics.
Through the use of wearables, Medtronics and IBM hopes that it can analyze data and come get ahead of the disease. A patient would wear a wearable that tracks insulin and glucose levels, and that information is sent to a connected iOS or Android app.
Where Watson comes in is with preventative steps to help the patient manage diabetes.
Under Armour is teaming up with IBM to create a fitness coach. A patient's food intake, activity, sleep, heart rate and calories burned will be tracked in UA's Record app, and Watson will collect that data along with nutrition management and local weather condition to analyze a user's training.
Even appliance manufacturer Whirlpool is tapping Watson's cognitive intelligence for its connected home products. Whirlpool wants to analyze consumer usage of appliances in order to develop new features in the future.
IBM's keynote shows that the Internet of Things isn't about connecting every "dumb" thing to the internet to make it "smart," but it's about data. More specifically, it's about collecting the data, analyzing the data and making sense of trends to drive future innovation. It's this cognitive intelligence, delivered by Watson, that could fuel the next wave of the Internet of Things. The first step, getting connected, was the easy part.











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Hands-on review: CES 2016: Casio Smart Outdoor Watch
Hands-on review: CES 2016: Casio Smart Outdoor Watch
Hot on the heels of Tag Heuer another watch maker has turned its hand to an Android Wear wearable, although this time it's Casio - a brand famous for putting calculators, TV remotes and more on our wrists.
What it's created this time is the Casio Smart Outdoor Watch WSD-F10, an absolute mouthful of a name which will set you back a cool $500 (around £350, AU$700) when it goes on sale in April.
That's a touch more expensive than the Huawei Watch ($400), but no where near as pricey as Tag's Connected wearable.
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch review
Front and centre of this rugged wearable is the sizable 1.32-inch, 320 x 300 display which is certainly a presence on the wrist, especially when you include the overly bulky housing it's been clad in.
The screen is circular, but like the Moto 360 series it features the "flat tyre" segment at the base of the display. For whatever reason this chunk wasn't as noticeable as on Moto's watches, and I suspect it has something to with the Smart Outdoor Watch's massive frame.
It fills the wrist, and for those with slimmer forearms the Smart Outdoor Watch just looks ridiculous. A smartwatch for the dainty this is not, but it's not trying to be.
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch review
As the name suggests this is a watch for the outdoors, and Casio's built the Smart Outdoor Watch to US Military Standard, protecting it against drops, shocks and vibrations, plus it's water resistant up to 50 meters.
It is surprisingly lightweight however, so even though you'll still notice it on your wrist thanks to the sheer scale of the Smart Outdoor Watch, it will at least not feel like it's trying to wrench your arm off.
On the right side of the watch you'll find a trio of chunky buttons providing quick access to key apps and tools - handy if you're in the pouring rain and the touchscreen isn't playing ball.
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch review
On the other side is Casio's rather strange proprietary charging socket, which sees the charging cable rather crudely shoved into the side of the watch. There's no dainty pin pad or wireless charging dock in sight here. Still, at least it's not the awful cage from the Samsung Galaxy Gear. Yuk.
The Casio Smart Outdoor Watch runs Android Wear, which means it's compatible with most Android and iOS handsets, allowing your phone notifications to be displayed on your wrist.
There's also the other standard array of features including Google voice commands, the ability to reply to certain messages and access to a variety of apps from the Play Store.
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch review
Casio has gone further than most Android Wear manufacturers though, adding additional features to the WSD-F10 including a compass, barometer and altimeter as it looks to appeal to hikers and those with a love for the outdoors.
There's also a tide graph, perfect for fishing and surfing, while a dedicated cycling mode and velocity metre tracks the speed and distance of your ride. It'll even remind you to drink water, and notify you when the optimum time is to jump in a boat and get your rod out.
There's oddly no heart rate monitor included on the rear of the watch though, so you won't get any BPM readouts.
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch review
The display itself is bright and clear - which is should be considering its size - but it's a little more complex than that. The Casio Smart Outdoor Watch actually features a dual-layer display, compromising of a low-power monochrome LCD and then a colour LCD.
The monochrome layer provides an always on display for the time and date, which is easy to read even in direct sunlight, while the more power intensive colour layer powers up during normal usage.
How this effects battery life is currently not clear, as there appears to be some confusion over just how long the Smart Outdoor Watch will last on a single charge.
I've heard seven hours with everyone on, five days and even a whole month if you only use the monochrome - you'll have to wait for the full review where we'll find out just how long it goes.
Casio Smart Outdoor Watch review

Early verdict

From first look the Casio Smart Outdoor Watch looks pretty cool, especially if you're a fan of the firm's G-Shock series, but as soon as I slapped it to my wrist I was distinctly less impressed.
It's too big, too bulky and manages to make the smartwatch experience rather confusing with it's additional buttons and features.
Perhaps for a small subset of consumers it'll fit the bill, but for most it'll just be a facepalm of a wearable.











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iOS Tips: How to use iPhone's Do Not Disturb feature
iOS Tips: How to use iPhone's Do Not Disturb feature
One of the great things about the iPhone - or smartphones in general - is that it makes it so easy to stay in touch with other people, be it by voice, email, text, or social media. But sometimes all that accessibility can be too much, and you just need a break from it all, like when you're eating or trying to sleep. That's where the iPhone's Do Not Disturb function comes in. Read on and we'll show you how to use the important options of this convenient feature.

Activating Do Not Disturb

Activating Do Not Disturb couldn't be easier - simply slide up from the bottom of the iPhone screen to access the Control Center, then tap the moon icon in the top row. This will silence calls and alerts (including text message notifications) to prevent them from bothering you. Deactivate Do Not Disturb by tapping the icon again. If that's all there was to it, however, then there'd be no need for this article.
Do Not Disturb

Setting Quiet Hours

You can also set Do Not Disturb to be activated automatically at a preset time of day. To do so, go to Settings > Do Not Disturb and activate the Scheduled button. Tap the From and To fields to set the exact "Quiet Hours" during which Do Not Disturb is functioning.
Do Not Disturb

Making Exceptions

Of course, even during the times you have Do Not Disturb activated, there are times when you might not mind being disturbed, like if a friend is calling or there's an emergency. Luckily, Apple has made a contingency for this, too. Within Settings > Do Not Disturb there is an "Allow Calls From" section; tap it to allow calls from everyone, no one, your contacts designated as favorites, or from certain groups. (You can create groups through your iCloud.com account.) In addition, you can ensure that the Repeated Calls switch is on, so if the same person calls within three minutes - as may happen during an emergency situation - their second call will not be silenced.
Do Not Disturb
With these settings configured to your liking, you'll be all set to relax a bit more with your iPhone by your side.











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CES 2016: Samsung made its Chromebook 3 more durable for education
CES 2016: Samsung made its Chromebook 3 more durable for education
After making headlines with its Galaxy TabPro S and Notebook 9 Windows products at CES 2016, Samsung quietly unveiled a new Chromebook. Designed to meet the needs of student and the education market, the Chromebook 3 comes with a reinforced metal body and a spill-resistant keyboard, making it suited for the classroom.
"We're seeing more and more people flocking to Chromebooks as families, students and other consumers seek out easy-to-use, highly portable and affordable laptops as resources for personal use, education and even work," said Gary Riding, Senior Vice President, Mobile Computing at Samsung Electronics America, in a statement.
The Chromebook 3 comes equipped with an Intel Celeron N3050 processor, 16GB of storage and up to 4GB of memory in a durable form factor with an 11.6-inch HD screen. Samsung said that the device is now more comfortable to hold and is "designed for improved grip."

Strong battery life

One of the attractive features of the Chromebook 3 is its battery life. Samsung rated the battery for up to 11 hours of use on a charge.
Even with its more durable frame and long battery life, the Chromebook 3 manages to still be light. The device weighs just 2.53 pounds (1.15kg), and it measures 11.36 x 8.04 x 0.70 inches (28.85 x 20.42 x 1.78cm).
Samsung didn't disclose pricing information, but the company said that the Chromebook 3 will be available in early 2016 at select retailers.
With its more durable build quality, the Chromebook 3 will compete against other education-centric Chrome OS notebooks, like Dell's Chromebook 11 and offerings from Acer and Asus.











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Hands-on review: CES 2016: Asus MX34 curved monitor
Hands-on review: CES 2016: Asus MX34 curved monitor
If you feel like it’s time to broaden your horizons, the Asus MX34 curved monitor just might do the trick. This 34-inch, QHD (3,400 x 1,440 resolution) monitor will dramatically improve the aesthetics of any office or desk space.
The MX34 features a 21:9 aspect ratio, which is phenomenal for viewing widescreen movies, browsing through panoramic photos, or opening several windows side-by-side.
You’ll need an ultra-wide desk to house this ultra-wide display. However, its 2000R curvature will bend about an inch back toward you at the edges, so if you’re sitting close to the screen, you’ll feel surrounded on three sides by content.
Asus MX34

Design

Asus houses the QHD screen in an incredibly thin black bezel that is hardly noticeable, especially when bright colors are emanating from the screen. The bezel is about half-an-inch thin toward the edges of the monitor and gets progressively thicker as you reach the center-back of the panel.
Asus MX34
The side edges are so thin Asus was resolved to place all of the inputs at the bottom base of the display, which is convenient for neat cord storage, but somewhat annoying when trying to plug in peripheral devices. You won’t get much in the way of ports at the bottom; the MX34 features only a DisplayPort 1.2 and an HDMI 2.0 input.
Asus MX34
Connected to the back of the display is a gorgeous silver and black circular base that features a clear glass center that can wirelessly charge any Qi-enabled devices.
Asus MX34

Specs

There’s so much we still don’t know about this monitor. For example: we don’t know its release date or price. More importantly, we don’t really know what’s happening under the hood.
If we base our assumptions on what its predecessor, the Asus MX299Q, looked like, the MX34 will feature about 300 nits of brightness, an 80,000,000:1 contrast ratio and a 5ms response time. The MX299Q was initially listed for $449 (about £449, AU$599) and it’s down about 20% now in all regions.
Unfortunately, this isn’t an apples-to-apples comparison. The MX299 is a flat-panel, 29-inch monitor with a 2,560 x 1,080 resolution screen. The 34-inch, QHD MX34 is a different, and superior beast. Here’s hoping the response time improves a bit over the 5ms mark.
We’ve reached out to Asus for more information. We will update this piece when it becomes available.
Asus MX34

Early verdict

Because we don’t know how much this monitor will cost or what its specs are, it’s difficult to draw any solid preliminary conclusions. What I can tell you for certain is the MX34 curved monitor is absolutely stunning. If you want to improve the appeal of your office, and enhance the experience of viewing content, keep your eyes open for the Asus MX34’s release date.











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CES 2016: Dell gives XPS 13 a graphics upgrade and new gold option
CES 2016: Dell gives XPS 13 a graphics upgrade and new gold option
A year after announcing what is arguably the best, if not one of the best, Windows notebook on the market, Dell is still making tweaks to the wildly popular XPS 13. Dell's aluminum-clad XPS 13 with its Infinity Display will be getting a graphics bump.
Dell will offer a variant of the XPS 13 with Intel Iris graphics, which Dell claims will deliver a 40% boost in graphics performance over the non-Iris counterpart.
Innovations from Dell's premium XPS 13 are trickling to business-class notebooks. For example, Dell announced a premium 30-inch OLED monitor with a 0.1ms refresh rate with miniscule InfinityEdge bezels, a feature borrowed from the XPS 13. And Dell is also bringing this slender bezel innovation to this year's Latitude 13 7000 Series refresh, a business-class notebook that takes its inspiration from the consumer-centric XPS 13.
Dell XPS 13

The XPS 13 is gold for Dell

Not only is the XPS 13 a popular notebook for Dell, but it will soon arrive in yet another color option. If silver aluminum livery isn't posh enough for your taste, then you'll be able to pick up the XPS 13 in a new gold color.
According to The Verge, the gold tone hue will only be applied to the exterior of the notebook, meaning that the keyboard deck, palmrest and trackpad will maintain their black aesthetics. The publication noted that the gold is subtle and not "gaudy."
For some, Dell may have not gone far enough with its Midas touch by not coating the entire notebook in gold. For comparison, the MacBook's gold finish is applied to the laptop's lid, bottom, keyboard, trackpad and palmrest. Only the individual keys of the keyboard are black once you open up Apple's slim notebook.
If gold is your thing, you'll have to pony up for the premium configuration. You'll also get an Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB of memory, 256GB of storage and a QHD+ for the $1,699 asking price.
In addition to the XPS 13, Dell's refreshed XPS 15 is also arriving in early February.
Image credit for gold XPS 13: The Verge











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Hands-on review: CES 2016: Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile
Hands-on review: CES 2016: Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile
The Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile won't be a handset which sweeps the nation, rather it'll likely only appeal to a small subset of consumers. And Alcatel is fine with that.
It's exclusive to T-Mobile, and there are currently over one million customers on the carrier who have a Windows Phone 7 or 8 device - devices which can't be upgraded to Microsoft's latest software, Windows 10 Mobile.
That means there are Windows fans with handsets running old software, which is where the Fierce XL comes in.
Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile
As you may already know, Alcatel already has an Android variant of the phone under the same name out in the US - and the two handsets share a lot of the same specs, and price.
Alcatel's first Windows 10 phone is available to Un-carrier customers with T-Mobile's interest-free financing for $139.99, or $0 down ($5.84/23 months, $5.67 for 24th month).
For that you get a 5.5-inch HD display, 1.1GHz quad-core processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, microSD slot, 8MP rear camera and 2MP front facing camera. That's not a bad line up of specs considering the price point.
Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile
The bright blue model I got hands on with is reminiscent of the Lumia design language, not to mention the iPhone 5C too, and it feels solid in the hand. The shiny plastic offers little in the way of grip, but it's still pretty easy to handle even with its larger screen.
It's a little on the chunky side at 9.6mm thick, but at least the power and volume keys on the right fall nicely under finger. At the end of the day it's a functional design, which is what you want from a budget handset.
The quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM provide a decent slug of power, and I found Windows 10 Mobile to be smooth and responsive with good app load times.
Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile
It's not the perfect amount of power though, as Alcatel has had to drop Microsoft's Continuum functionality from the handset as it doesn't have the grunt to run it.
Continuum is a feature in Windows 10 that allows you to use your phone as a Windows computer when plugged into a monitor or screen using a special dock - but you won't be doing that with the Fierce XL.
I found the 8MP rear camera was pretty good, coping with the questionable lighting at the Alcatel stand, but the 2MP front camera is something to avoid. It's horribly grainy, which will make your selfies suck.
Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile
If the Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile takes your fancy you can pre-order it now, with stock arriving at the start of February.

Early verdict

For those wedded to Microsoft's ecosystem but currently stuck on Windows Phone 7 or 8 the Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile is an affordable way to keep your smartphone in line with your computer and Xbox.
Those who haven't bought into Microsoft's world however will likely find themselves drawn to the Android variant of the handset which can boast a wider range of apps - or to a completely different brand.
The Alcatel Fierce XL with Windows 10 Mobile is only ever going to appeal to a small audience, and while it provides a solid, yet basic experience, for many it doesn't do enough.











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CES 2016: Razer doesn't want you to call its new Nabu a smartwatch
CES 2016: Razer doesn't want you to call its new Nabu a smartwatch
Ready for something more advanced a regular old watch but not ready to jump in with the likes of Apple Watch or Android Wear just yet? PC game-accessory manufacturer Razer thinks it has just what you're looking for. Unveiled today at CES 2016 in Las Vegas, Razer's Nabu Watch is a lower-priced wearable that the manufacturer is calling a "digital watch with smart functions."
Priced starting at $149.99/€179.99 and available now at RazerStore locations and at RazerStore.com, the Nabu Watch is, first and foremost, a digtal sports-style watch with a monochromatic backlit display, automatic time sync, and the traditional timekeeping features you'd expect such as a stopwatch, countdown timer and world clock. In addition, however, the device has a secondary display that's used to display fitness-tracking info and receive notifications about texts, calls, emails and alerts from your smartphone via the Android or iPhone partner app. The Nabu Watch can also wirelessly exchange data (such as Facebook and Twitter info) with other owners of the Nabu Watch or Razer's Nabu or Nabu X fitness bands.
Nabu Watch Forged
Razer is hoping to address the issue of battery life - one of the biggest challenges of the current smartwatch market - by using two batteries in the Nabu Watch. A replaceable coin cell battery powers the main display and promises a year of uninterupted use, while a rechargeable battery for the second screen is designed to run for a week between charges.
Alongside the standard Nabu Watch, Razer has also released the Nabu Watch Forged, which offers the same functionality but with steel buttons and a full black finish, priced at $199.99/€239.99.











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CES 2016: In pictures: gold Nexus 6P
CES 2016: In pictures: gold Nexus 6P
As well unveiling the new Huawei Mate 8, the Chinese firm had a second smartphone announcement during its CES 2016 press conference - the gold Nexus 6P.
We got our hands on the new gold Nexus 6P, which sports the same 5.7-inch QHD display, Snapdragon 810 processor, 3GB of RAM, 12MP rear snapper and speedy fingerprint scanner as the graphite, frost and aluminum variants.
As you can see from our selection of shots below, the gold Nexus 6P has a subtle colouring - rather than in your face bling.
Nexus 6P
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CES 2016: Techradar's 2016 CES Awards – People's Choice Poll
CES 2016: Techradar's 2016 CES Awards – People's Choice Poll
Have you seen all that CES has to offer yet? Do you think you know which product or company should win one of techradar's coveted "Best of CES" awards? Then tell us!
It's time again for the People's Choice Poll for techradar's 2016 CES Awards. This is when you get to speak for what you think is the piece of tech that is most deserving of an award.
And all you have to do is just click around a fun little poll below. Being heard has never been this easy. (Hey, a few clicks beats having to type out your nerdrage on Twitter.)
So, what's it gonna' be? Maybe the paper airplane-like Parrot Disco, or perhaps the new-and-improved HTC Vive Pre. Then again, there's the super neat Sphero Force Band for the BB-8 droid toy, not to mention the crazy cool FFZERO1 concept car from Faraday Future.
Voting starts now and ends at 12:59am PT/ 3:59am ET/ 8:59am GMT, so get your picks in quick!
Without further ado, here's the People's Choice Poll for techrdadar's 2016 CES Awards:











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CES 2016: Intel's Compute Stick gets a powerful Skylake upgrade
CES 2016: Intel's Compute Stick gets a powerful Skylake upgrade
Intel's compact PC-on-a-stick form factor will get even faster this year. Unlike the first generation Intel Compute Stick, Intel debuted a pair of Compute Sticks with its new Core M series processors based on the company's sixth generation Skylake chip architecture. While the Core M processor isn't as fast as the mainstream Core i series, it will offer a performance boost over the old model's Bay Trail-based Atom processor introduced a year ago at CES.
The first model comes with an Intel Core m3 processor and will be priced at $399 (£272, AU$564). The more powerful Core m5 version will be priced at $499 (£341, AU$706), and both versions will ship with Windows 10. The devices will feature 802.11ac Wi-Fi connectivity, 64GB of storage, 4GB of memory and three USB ports for expansion.
Intel hasn't announced a shipping date for either Compute Stick versions.

Upcycle your monitor and make your TV smart

The Compute Stick is essentially a Windows 10 desktop that's packed into the size of an HDMI dongle that's not much bigger than a large USB flash drive. The benefit of the device is that it doesn't take up any desktop space, and the solution is a convenient one for those looking on building a home theater PC (HTPC).
Essentially, plugging the HDMI connector into your existing HDTV will turn your existing television into a smart TV. Similarly, you can upcycle old displays and give it new life with this simple hardware add-on. The device is also easy to transport, allowing you to have a PC setup in a hotel room when you travel if you connect the Compute Stick to your television and add a Bluetooth mouse and keyboard.
In addition to the more powerful and pricier Core M Compute Sticks, Intel also announced a version with an Atom x5 processor. This model will utilize the Atom Z8300 processor and will be equipped with 32GB of storage and 2GB of memory for $159 (£108, AU$225). It will also come with 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support.
Intel's Compute Stick form factor is also adopted by other PC manufacturers, including Lenovo and Asus. Additionally, Asus also released a Chromebit, which utilizes the same form factor but swaps Windows 10 for Chrome OS.











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Apple releases second beta for OS X 10.11.3 El Capitan
Apple releases second beta for OS X 10.11.3 El Capitan
Just three weeks after Apple launched the first beta of OS X 10.11.3 El Capitan, it announced that the second beta is ready for download. OS X 10.11.3 beta 2 is available to developers and public beta testers in Apple's Beta Software Program.
Like the first beta, Apple didn't announce any user-facing changes, and a changelog was not provided. It's unclear if Apple introduced any new features in the second beta, but likely the company is focusing its efforts on under the hood improvements, meaning performance and stability fixes as well as security patches.
The build number for OS X 10.11.3 beta 2 is 15D9c.

OS X 10.11.3 El Capitan

There were multiple glitches in the early release of OS X 10.11.3 El Capitan, and Apple has addressed many of those complaints. Early versions of the operating system contained issues that affected Apple's Mail app, Wi-Fi performance and Bluetooth stability.
The operating system was initially unveiled in September, and Apple made a number of user-facing changes. The company has added new emoji, and OS X El Capitan debuted new Spotlight interactions, a new Mission Control interface and new split-screen multitasking.
If you're a beta tester, you can grab the update from Apple's Mac Store. Developers can log into Apple's portal. If you've installed OS X 10.11.3 beta 2 and notice any changes, please let us know.











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iPhone sales are reportedly on the decline, but why?
iPhone sales are reportedly on the decline, but why?
Apple has had some tough times recently. iPad sales have been down, Apple Watch didn't set the wearable industry on fire, stock prices have been dropping steadily - shares are at the lowest point they've been since October 2014 - and the Wall Street Journal has reported that the company is "scaling back" orders for iPhones, apparently due to lower sales.
According to the WSJ article, the decreased orders from Apple resulted in layoffs at Foxconn, Apple's China-based manufacturing partner, during the typically busy holiday season. Additionally, the article cites Japan's Nikkei newspaper, claiming that Apple is slashing manufacturing of the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus by 30 percent compared to previous expectations.
The drop in expected sales is a far cry from the record-setting launch of Apple's latest smartphones back in September 2015, which saw the company sell more than 13 million units of iPhone 6S and 6S Plus in three days. It's possible that Apple's simply a victim of its own success, with most of its sales this time coming up front instead of spreading out over the following months. Or is the reported sales drop due to stiffer competition? Regardless of the cause, there's no indication at present that Apple is cutting forecasts for the expected release of iPhone 7 this fall.
As is typical, Apple declined to discuss its sales forecasts with the WSJ. The company has, however, chosen to issue a press release touting the recent successes of the App Store over the holidays, which generated $1.1 billion from apps and in-app purchases in the two weeks between December 20 and January 3, including a record-setting $144 million spent on Jan. 1.
Apple's iPhone sales picture should become more clear with its next quarterly earnings call, which is scheduled for January 26.











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CES 2016: BlackBerry Priv confirmed for Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile in 2016
CES 2016: BlackBerry Priv confirmed for Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile in 2016
The BlackBerry Priv will be available from Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile this year, the Canadian firm has confirmed during its media lounge event at CES 2016.
BlackBerry CEO John Chen took to the stage to confirm that AT&T's 60 day exclusivity on the Priv was almost up and that its slider handset would hit the other three major carriers in the country soon.
He wasn't able to give us exact dates on when you'll be able to grab the Priv on your preferred carrier, but T-Mobile's John Legere has confirmed that it'll be landing in their stores on January 26.











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Hands-on review: CES 2016: Dell Latitude 13 7000 (2016)
Hands-on review: CES 2016: Dell Latitude 13 7000 (2016)
In the Ultrabook world it's a race to the bottom for who can make the lightest, thinnest, and smallest notebook of all. Last year, Dell pulled out all the stops with the XPS 13, which jammed a 13-inch screen into an 11-inch frame. Now the Round Rock-based company is hoping to make a splash on the enterprise front with the Latitude 13 7000.
Although we've seen a grow space of fanless, Intel Core M-powered business notebooks, the new Latitude comes as 12.5-inch notebook packing the full power of an Intel Core i7 processor. On top the beefier processing power, thin and light rig also looks promising thanks to its unique Infinity screen, carbon fiber body and $1299 (about £880, AU$1,785) starting price.
Dell Latitude 13 7000 review

Design

Much like Dell's recent enterprise-oriented Chromebook 13, the Latitude 13 features a completely carbon fiber-lined chassis. The material helps make the 12.5-inch laptop lighter than other Ultrabooks and at the same time gives the screen lid an attractive woven-finish look. The surface is also coated in a resin clear coat that's soft to the touch and manages to repel fingerprints fairly well.
Still if you're not a fan of the carbon fiber, Dell also plans to offer the Latitude 13 with a magnesium alloy lid, making it similar to the XPS 13.
Dell Latitude 13 7000 review
The interior is made up of a flat, hard piece of semi-glossy carbon fiber composite. Though it looks like a simple plastic panel, it doesn't feel cheap at all and there's hardly any flex. Still I would have much rather preferred the interior to have the same weaved finish as the screen lid and it would have been a fitting touch since this 7000-series machine is Dell's highest-end Latitude model.
Where this 12.5-inch laptop truly impresses is the keyboard. The keys travel noticeably deeper than those on the XPS 13 and they also produce a satisfying click when pushed down. Each key has also been molded with a fantastic concave curvature for your fingertips to fill. Similarly, the trackpad features actual buttons rather than being a clickable pad – though I wish it were lined with glass rather than being made of a high-grade plastic.
Dell Latitude 13 7000 review
Dell has implemented the magic of its Infinity Display with the latest line of Latitude machines, and like the XPS line before it does an amazing job of shaving down the screen bezels. However, the same tradeoffs are present as the webcam has been moved down to the lower left of the machine.
This positioning of the camera will make your nose hairs ever more visible during web calls and forget about typing while you're on a meeting as it will look like a fleshy tarantula is attacking the keys. Still if you're willing to put up with this small caveat, the shrunken bezels are a treat and they help draw your eyes to the pleasantly colorful and bright display.
Dell Latitude 13 7000 review

Small, but not the smallest

Measuring just 12.22 x 8.47 x 0.74 inches or 310 x 215 x 19mm (W x D x H) and weighing in at 2.77 pounds (1.26kg), the Latitude 13 is one of the lightest business laptops to come out beating even the 2.84 pound (1.28kg) Lenovo Yoga 900 and the 2.96 pound (1.35kg) MacBook Air.
That said, it's not the smallest device around. It has some noticeably generous dimensions that make it bigger than the Yoga 900 and even the 14-inch screen Lenovo X1 Carbon. It's especially noticeable when you place it next to the 11.97 x 7.87 x 0.35 - 0.59 inches (304 x 200 x 9-15mm) XPS 13, which remains as one of the most compact Ultrabooks ever created.
Dell Latitude 13 7000 review
The Latitude 13 is that much larger thanks to its extensive array of ports including three USB 3.0 ports, USB C for docking, SD card, Ethernet, HDMI, mini DisplayPort a slot of a SIM card and an optional smart card reader.
The most interesting addition is this will be the first Latitude to introduce a USB type C port as its docking connector. Using a single cable, users will be able to connect their laptop to a block-shaped dock to push data and power as well as driving two external 4K monitors.
Dell Latitude 13 7000 review

Specifications and pricing

At its core, the Dell Latitude 13 7000 features Skylake Intel Core I-series processors upgradable to a Core i7 chip. Users will also be able to configure their system with up to 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 512GB SSD.
For screen options, the base Latitude 13 comes outfitted with a 1,366 x 768 resolution display at its $1299 (about £880, AU$1,785) base configuration. However, you'll most likely want to bump up to the FHD 1080p or even a QHD+ panel, and there's also a touch display option which throws in a sheet of Corning Gorilla Glass.
Dell has also made two battery options available and you'll be able to customize your 12.5-inch notebook with either a three or four cell battery, the latter of which should last for 10 hours.
Dell Latitude 13 7000 review

Early verdict

The Dell Latitude 13 7000 is a well built and handsome business laptop but it's not breathtaking in any sort of way if you're looking for a machine to sweep you off your feet. While the Lenovo Yoga 900 impresses with its ability to transform, the MacBook with its thinness, the Latitude 13 merely exists. It's not the smallest and just slightly lighter than other Ultrabook options out there.
That said, this 12.5-inch notebook is a solid option complete with excellent keyboard, decent display and competent trackpad. And more power to you if you're looking to update your business' fleet of Dell machines.











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Hands-on review: CES 2016: Dell Latitude 7275
Hands-on review: CES 2016: Dell Latitude 7275
If 2015 was the year of the hybrid laptop, then 2016 will be the year the hybrid laptop became mainstream. With the Microsoft Surface Pro 4, the Apple iPad Pro, the Google Pixel C, the HP Spectre x2 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 700 on the market, there's no shortage of tablets that can latch onto a keyboard to help you stay productive.
With gorgeous business-class devices like the HP Elite x2 1012 hitting the market, even the enterprise is itching to get its hands on lightweight, attractive, powerful and thin 2-in-1s.
Not to be outdone by HP, Dell has introduced the Latitude 7275, a 12.5-inch 2-in-1 that's fantastic in almost every way.
Dell Latitude 7275

Design

The Latitude 7275 (starting at $1,049, about £714, AU$1,465) comes in two parts 1) a sleek, black, magnesium alloy tablet that weighs only 1.61 pounds (0.73kg) and measures just 0.32 inches tall (8.11mm) and 2) its accompanying slim keyboard – which features a fuzzy gray felt design that is delightful to touch and stare at. All in, the Latitude 7275 is about 0.67 inches (17.1mm) tall and 3.1 pounds (1.4kg) heavy.
As a laptop, the Latitude is about 0.17 inches thicker than the HP Elite x2 1012, 0.21 inches thicker than the Surface Pro 4, and 0.28 inches thicker than the iPad Pro. So you're not getting the thinnest 2-in-1 when you purchase this device, but you are getting a hybrid that is within the same weight class as the slimmest of the bunch.
It's also in the same class as these featherweights. The Elite x2 1012 weighs 2.72 pounds (1.23kg) when attached to its keyboard. The Surface Pro 4 weighs 2.37 pounds and the iPad Pro weighs 2.07 pounds when attached to their respective keyboards. So, the Latitude is again just outside of the best-in-class. As a standalone tablet, it is actually 0.24 pounds lighter than the Elite x2 1012 and about 0.08 pounds lighter than the Surface Pro 4. It is, however, 0.04 pounds heavier than the iPad Pro.
Dell Latitude 7275
What separates the Latitude 7275 from the competition is its easy-to-attach magnetized keyboard attachment. With Dell's design, you simply line up 12 small POGO pins and, boom, the tablet slides easily onto the folio. There's no finagling, no jamming and no button-pressing. It's easy as pie.
The folio itself is pretty cool in that it can be adjusted to seat the tablet at anywhere from 100- to 130-degrees. This means you don't need to be sitting at the perfect angle to use the device on your lap – you can simply slide the folio backward or forward to get the exact viewing angle you'd like.
Design and video professionals will be excited to read that – unlike the Elite x2 1012, which only comes with a full HD resolution touchscreen – the Latitude 7275 comes with a UHD, or 4K, touchscreen option.
Dell Latitude 7275

Configurations

Unfortunately, like so many of the Windows-based hybrids that are coming out these days, the Latitude 725 doesn't come with Intel's sixth generate Core i series of processors. This doesn't mean you're left with a junker. Dell lets you customize the tablet with up to Intel's Core M7 Skylake processor, just like the HP Elite.
This processor is perfectly-suited for anyone who doesn't do heavy video editing or graphic design work. In fact, based on benchmarking and anecdotal discussions among techradar staffers, a Core M7 provides a similar performance to the Core i5 processor.
If you absolutely need the top-of-the-line Core i7 processor, the Surface Pro 4 offers Core i7 configurations. As far as the iPad Pro is concerned, there has been a much-heated debate about whether or not Apple's tablet can function under heavy simultaneous workloads. The jury is still out, so the Surface is your safest bet today if you're using this for serious computing.
The Latitude can be configured with storage capacity starting at 128GB and maxing out at 512GB. All configurations come with 4 or 8GB of RAM and an Intel HD Graphics 515 card. This is exactly what you'll find on the Elite x2.
Dell Latitude 7275
Unfortunately, Dell made the Latitude 7275 USB-C-only, so if you want to connect the device to USB 3.0, HDMI or Ethernet, you'll need to carry around a dongle or two, which is disappointing. The hybrid does feature 2 USB-C connectors so you'll be able to plug in a peripheral device while you're charging, which is a nice consolation. It also comes with an SD 4.0 Memory Card Reader and 1 micro SIM card slot for added storage needs.
The standard model of the 1012 comes with the travel keyboard, but no Active Stylus. That's unfortunate considering the Elite x2 comes with its own pen and keyboard. The iPad Pro's Smart Connector is a whopping $169 (£139, AU$269), and the Surface Pro 4 Type Cover is $129 (£85, AU$179). Like Dell, Apple makes you pay for its Stylus, ($99), so if you need the accessories, you should highly consider the Elite x2 1012.
The Latitude offers up to 10 hours of battery life, according to Dell. This is equivalent to the iPad Pro and Elite x2, but it's about 3 hours longer than the Surface Pro 4.

Early verdict

When you consider how similar the Latitude 7275 is designed compared to its rivals, it's hard not to get excited about this device. If it benchmarks well when we run our full review, you'll have a capable, long-lasting, stylish device that presents a nice business-class alternative to the more popular hybrids available.
The Latitude 7275 will likely be labeled a sure-fire competitor for 2016's best 2-in-1, especially if it benchmarks well. Although Dell's price tag is a bit on the high side, the Latitude 7275 is definitely a hybrid laptop you should keep your eye on.
The iPad Pro starts at $799 (£679, AU$1,249), but you're only getting 32GB of storage and you'll still have to buy the optional keyboard. Sure, it's lighter and slimmer, but do you really want to run iOS instead of Windows 10 for everyday productivity?
The entry-level Surface Pro 4 is outfitted almost exactly the same as the Latitude, albeit a bit slimmer and lighter, but you're going to wind up spending almost 1/5th the price of the tablet to add the Type Cover.
Until we can test the Latitude, there's no way of knowing how it will perform in comparison to competing devices. However, given its gorgeous design and its easy-to-use folio, you'll definitely want to play with this device yourself when it hits stores later this year.











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Hands-on review: CES 2016: Dell UP3017Q OLED 4K monitor
Hands-on review: CES 2016: Dell UP3017Q OLED 4K monitor
Want to be the envy of your next office party or PC-gaming session? Let me introduce you to the Dell UP3017Q OLED Monitor. This $4,999 (about £3,350, AU$6,975) 4K, 30-inch monitor is one of the most exciting displays we've ever laid our eyes on.
Built with the same Infinity Display you'll find on Dell notebooks like the XPS 13, this monitor features almost no bezel surrounding the display. This attribute provides you with a cinematic viewing experience, especially when compared to monitors that feature thick black plastic borders surrounding the screen.
Additionally, the monitor itself is as thin as a slice of Katz's pastrami. Seriously, it's less than half an inch thick at the edges of the screen, which is absolutely revolutionary.
Aside from its beauty, the UP3017Q features an astounding spec sheet that makes the eyes and mouth water.
Dell UP3017Q

Specs

The best monitor we've ever reviewed at techradar is the LG 34UC97. This gorgeous workhorse features a response time of 5 milliseconds (ms), a contrast ratio of 1,000 to 1, and a refresh rate capable of drawing 61 images per second (or 61Hz).
The UP3017Q blows these specs out of the water.
The Rolls-Royce of displays is capable of a 0.1ms response time, a contrast ratio of 400,000 to 1, and a refresh rate of 120Hz.
Dell UP3017Q
This isn't really a fair comparison. The LG monitor is 20% the cost of the UP3017Q, and it's fantastic for anyone who has reasonable means and needs a powerful display.
The UP3017Q isn't a reasonable device, it's a luxury item, and its spec sheet reads as such. Seriously, compare it to any of the best monitors on our list. The stats are overwhelming.
Dell UP3017Q

OLED versus LCD

You probably know this from your TV research, but most of the monitors that the average human being can afford are built with LCD, or Liquid Crystal Displays.
OLED, or Organic Light Emitting Diode displays, are superior (and more expensive displays) that provide better contrast ratios, viewing angles and black levels. Unfortunately, along with these benefits come a few flaws as well.
For example: OLEDs typically suffer from more burn-in and shorter lifecycles than their LCD rivals. Dell says it has remedied the shortcomings of OLED panels by introducing a pixel-shifting algorithm that prevents burn-in, and an image sensor that can tell whether or not you're viewing the monitor and turns it off when it's not in use.
We can't verify the veracity of these claims until we run a full set of tests on the monitor, but boy are we looking forward to getting our hands on one.
Dell UP3017Q

A few cool features

The UP3017Q is USB-C compatible. This means you'll be able to plug your laptop or tablet into the monitor to display your small-screen image on the big screen, and while this is happening, your laptop or tablet will be charging. Sweet.
The navigation isn't exactly avant-garde, but it is easy-as-pie to master. Dell provided four physical buttons at the bottom of the panel (brightness, modes, source and screen settings) that you can easily click through to adjust your monitor. As companies experiment with touchscreen monitor settings that cause more trouble than they're worth, Dell opted to leave what ain't broken unbroken.
Dell UP3017Q

A few issues

The UP3017Q isn't a perfect monitor. For example: you can rotate the machine to present a vertical image, but the image won't automatically shift with the hardware. Some Samsung monitors feature software that knows to automatically rotate the image whenever the hardware is adjusted (think of how your iPad image shifts when you rotate the tablet from horizontal to vertical).
Additionally, the monitor's ports only connect underneath the panel. That's because this monitor is so incredibly thin along its sides that most plugs are too wide to slide into the bezel. Those of you who prefer to plug in connectors along the side of your devices will be disappointed by this, especially when you realize you have to crouch down and tilt your head to see which slot is which.
Dell UP3017Q
The monitor features a one-step button-release that lets you easily pop it off of Dell's display mounts. This is a great feature for the IT department, but it's a scary proposition for the home or small office user. Do you have a five-year-old that likes to rouse rabbles? Keep him or her away from this button.
If you display this monitor in the middle of your office (rather than against a wall), you'll be turned off by the long vent line Dell placed at the back of the panel. It looks like an army of ants about to attack your pixels.

Early verdict

Not many people have $4,999 to spend on a monitor. But those who do will absolutely love the look and feel of the UP3017Q.
I can't attest to the device's longevity, or how exact Dell's claims are regarding the image output, until I test the device. But I can tell you that this is a gorgeous monitor that will immediately captivate anyone who walks into your office.
If you find a pile of cash, and you need a 4K monitor, give the Dell UP3017Q your utmost consideration.











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CES 2016: Dell's UltraSharp 30 OLED Monitor promises eye-popping color
CES 2016: Dell's UltraSharp 30 OLED Monitor promises eye-popping color
If you work with video, develop games or require accurate colors for your production workflow, Dell's UltraSharp 30 OLED Monitor will sound like a dream. The 30-inch Ultra HD 4K resolution display comes with drool-worthy specifications, including the use of an OLED panel for true, deep blacks, super fast 0.1ms response time and 100% coverage of the AdobeRGB color space.
If that's not enough to make you salivate, design-conscious users will appreciate the narrow bezel design, which helps to reduce space on your desktop. If you're still tight on desktop space, there is an optional monitor arm, which replaces the monitor stand to free up space on your desk.
The monitor is one of the first to come with support for the USB-C connection, delivering power, video and data on a single cable for machines like Apple's MacBook. There's a lot to love about the UltraSharp 30 OLED Monitor, except one thing: the $4,999 ( £3,390, AU$6,870) price. The UltraSharp 30 OLED will ship at the end of March.
Dell UltraSharp 27 with InfinityEdge

Dell UltraSharp with InfinityEdge

If you don't require the premium features of Dell's larger 30-inch monitor, the 24-inch and 27-inch displays in the UltraSharp family are still attractive options. Both monitors feature slim bezels, and Dell goes as far as naming the screen design the InfinityEdge, a slim bezel technology Dell ported from its Infinity Display on the XPS 13 laptop.
The UltraSharp 27 U2717DA comes with support for 99% of the sRGB color gamut and is factory calibrated. The resolution on the UltraSharp 27 is QHD, so it's not quite as sharp as the UHD resolution on the UltraSharp 30. The display has a 60Hz refresh rate.
The UltraSharp 24 U2417HA maxes out with a full HD resolution panel with 60Hz refresh rates. Like the 27-inch model, it also supports 99% of the sRGB color gamut and is factory calibrated.
Connectivity on both displays is handled through the HDMI 1.4 (MHL 2.0), DP 1.2, mini-DP 1.2, DP-out, USB 3.0 x 4, Audio line-out ports.
The UltraSharp 27 Infinity Edge will be priced at $719 (£489, AU$1,003), while the 24-inch version will be priced at $349 (£237, AU$487). Both models will ship on February 25.

Wireless displays

The UltraSharp 24 Wireless Monitor is more suited for mobile users, featuring Miracast and Bluetooth connectivity options. This allows you to project the content on your smartphone or tablet to the display without a cable. The display maxes out at full HD resolution with a 60 Hz refresh rate, and it also covers 96% of the sRGB color space.
The Dell 23 Wireless Monitor incorporates dual wireless technology. Like the UltraSharp 24 model, you can connect your mobile devices to this display using Miracast and Bluetooth, but the Dell 23 Wireless Monitor adds in wireless charging as well.
Wireless charging is handled through the popular Qi and PMA protocols, making it compatible with a large number of phones on the market that support wireless charging. If you own a Galaxy Note 5 or Galaxy S6 Edge, for example, you can set your phone down on the Dell 23 Wireless Monitor's stand, and your phone will charge as you work.
Dell promises a 178-degree wide viewing angle on the 23-inch full HD panel with 60Hz refresh rate. The display also has dual 3W speakers to keep you entertained at your desk.
The 24-inch wireless display will be available at the end of March starting at $469 (£319, AU$654), while the 23-inch model will start at $429 (£292, AU$598).











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CES 2016: Dell refreshes Latitude 7000 Series with new convertible and Ultrabook
CES 2016: Dell refreshes Latitude 7000 Series with new convertible and Ultrabook
Dell is using CES 2016 to unveil its latest refresh to the Latitude 7000 Series. In addition to the standard notebook form factor for Dell's premium business-class notebook lineup, the company also introduced a slim 13-inch model with extremely narrow bezels and a 2-in-1 convertible.
Dell calls the Latitude 13 7000 Series (E7370) the world's smallest 13-inch business Ultrabook. Constructed of aerospace carbon fiber, the E7370 ($1,299, £885, 1,813) comes with an InfinityEdge display with slim bezels, similar to the XPS 13, and is equipped with a USB-C port, Thunderbolt 3 port and security features like wireless Smart Card reader, fingerprint scanner and encryption software.
For convertible users who demand premium features, a Latitude 12 7000 Series (E7275) 2-in-1 will be available in February starting at $1,049 (£714, AU$1,464). Dell calls this one of the lightest 12.5-inch convertibles available, and the hybrid comes with a 4K display. Additionally, Dell is creating a robust ecosystem of accessories, including a slim backlit keyboard, a premium keyboard and desktop docks.

Dell Latitude 7000 Series notebooks

For fans of the traditional notebook form factor, Dell is also refreshing its premium flagship Latitude 7000 Series. The 7000 Series comes in two variants, a 14-inch E7470 and a 12-inch E7270. Both models will ship with Intel's Skylake processors (up to Core i7) and come with a woven carbon fiber shell. Additionally, you can choose to add WiGig support for a wire-free desktop setup with a Dell WiGig dock.
The Latitude E7270 7000 Series replaces the 12-inch Latitude E7250 7000 Series that we reviewed. This model starts with a 12.5-inch HD display, but you can upgrade to a FHD screen with 360 nits brightness. The 14-inch E7470 starts with a 14-inch HD display, and users can upgrade to a QHD touchscreen panel with 270 nits of brightness. The maximum brightness for the 14-inch model is 300 nits, which comes on the FHD touchscreen configuration.
All models can be configured with up to a 512GB M.2 form factor solid state drive. Dell features TPM, Smart Card reader, NFC Smart Card reader, and optional fingerprint readers on the 7000 Series Latitude notebooks. When at your desk, you can either connect the Latitude to a hub or Dell Wireless Dock for models with WiGig support.
The 12-inch model measures 12.22 x 0.74 x 8.47 inches (310.55 x 18.85 x 215.55mm) and weighs 2.77 pounds (1.26kg). The 14-inch model measures 13.19 x 0.76 x 9.13 inches (334.9 x 19.4 x 232mm) and weighs 3.32 pounds (1.50kg).
The 12- and 14-inch 7000 Series Latitude models will be available starting at $1,079 (£735, AU$1,506) on January 6.
Latitude 5000 Series

Latitude 12 5000 (E5270) Series

If you don't need something as premium as the 12-inch Latitude 12 7000 Series, the 12-inch model in the Latitude 5000 Series will be a more affordable option. Unlike the premium model, which uses an all-carbon fiber shell, the Latitude E5270 in the 5000 series uses carbon fiber reinforced polymers for added durability.
Dell says that the carbon fiber blend is environmentally friendly. The material is composed of recycled carbon fiber that's mixed with plastic.
Configurations for the E5270 include up to an Intel Skylake Core i7 processor, 16GB DDR4 memory and 512GB M.2 form factor PCIe SSD for storage. The base screen starts at a 12.5-inch HD 1366 x 768 resolution, but you can upgrade to a touchscreen full HD panel. WiGig support is optional, and the device comes with 3x USB 3.0, 1x HDMI, 1x VGA, Ethernet, SIM and memory card reader ports.
The E5270 weighs 3.29 pounds (1.49kg) and measures 12.2 x 0.9 x 8.4 inches (310.5 x 22.65 x 214.5mm). This model joins the recently unveiled 14- and 15-inch models of the Latitude 5000 Series.











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