48 hours with the new iPad (2018): our first impressions

When we first heard about the new iPad from Apple, we expected it to be a much cheaper device that would appeal to scholastic equipment buyers. What we got was a device that’s identical in looks to last year’s cheapest iPad,...

Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop with Nvidia GTX 1060 looks to redefine laptop gaming

Xiaomi’s long awaited Mi Mix 2S smartphone is now officially unveiled, but that’s not the only interesting announcement from today’s event. The announcement was followed by a surprise launch of the Mi Gaming Laptop. Yes,...

The new iPad shows we must be getting a new, next-gen iPad Pro soon

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What does Apple’s new SchoolWork and ClassKit mean for the classroom?

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Can the new iPad actually teach a dumb man new things?

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7 things Apple didn’t announce at its New iPad event that we still expect in 2018

Apple's sole focus at today's education event in Chicago was on the new iPad 2018 and the specialized iOS software and accessories it can run. It didn't deviate much. That's okay. It just means there's another Apple event...

New iPad (2018) vs iPad (2017)

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Apple just massively upgraded free iCloud storage from 5GB to 200GB – for schools

Apple is dramatically increasing the free tier of iCloud storage at the same time it's introducing the education-focused New iPad 9.7 – but the plan is aimed at schools. iCloud storage is going from a very limited free 5GB...

New iPad 2018 release date, news, price and features

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Microsoft's Surface USB-C dongle will launch at last – by the end of 2018

If you’ve been holding your breath for Microsoft to finally bring USB-C connectivity to its devices beyond Surface Book 2, hold onto it just a little while longer. The Verge reports that Microsoft promises to release its...

Looks like Sony may release a new tablet

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The first Chrome OS tablet has no keyboard

It wasn’t too long ago that we saw the first touchscreen Chromebook, then the first Chrome OS device with a built-in stylus. Now, Acer has just announced the first web-powered tablet – designed with students in mind. Oddly...

Microsoft Edge browser arrives on iOS and Android tablets

Microsoft Edge, the Windows maker’s web browser, is now available on iOS and Android tablets, giving you one more option for surfing the internet. Detailed on Microsoft's blog, this new release follows a preview program...

Qualcomm Snapdragon on Windows ads butt up against lackluster reviews

The first reviews of Qualcomm and Microsoft's Snapdragon 835-powered laptops and tablets are in, and they're mixed to say the least. So as to stem the tide, Qualcomm has released a series of video advertisements that tout...

New 9.7-inch iPad could be on sale in a few months

It’s been a year since the launch of the 9.7-inch iPad (2017) so a new model is due, and we might be about to get one, with the latest leaks talking about a launch in the third quarter of 2018, so sometime in July – September. That’s...

Apple March 27 Chicago event: what will actually be launched?

Tomorrow's the day for the first Apple launch of 2018, and it'll be kicking off from 8AM PT, 11AM ET and 4PM BST. We'll be at Chicago's Lane Tech College Prep School (which calls itself the school of champions...) where...

New iPad 2018: release date, news and leaks

We're just days away from the first big Apple launch of 2018, and word on the web is that it's going to be another new iPad. But this one is going to be different to the iPads from before, in that it's going to be even cheaper...

Apple’s cheaper MacBook affirmed again, but likely won’t debut next week

If you were hoping to see Apple’s oft-rumored, cheaper 13-inch MacBook 2018 model, then you might want to level your expectations. Apple sources have reportedly told Bloomberg that “it probably won’t be ready in time for...

Apple seems set to announce a new low-cost iPad aimed at students

You probably wouldn't describe Apple products as cheap, and that’s probably part of the reason why iPads and other Apple devices aren’t the dominant devices in education. Apple is seemingly looking to change that, as the...

Slower Nvidia GeForce MX150 GPU reportedly found in some laptops

It seems that buyers of laptops which run with Nvidia’s GeForce MX150 discrete graphics should be aware that there are reportedly two different versions of this GPU, one of which apparently offers considerably less on the...

Here’s how to use Android P features on Android O phones

Google rolled out the Android P Developer Preview earlier in March for all the Pixel models released till date. It's true that we still don't know what the new version of Android will be called, but we now have a list of...

Microsoft is now selling a much cheaper entry-level Surface Book 2

Microsoft has introduced a new entry-level Surface Book 2 to the UK (and some other European territories) which is priced far more affordably than previous models, being pitched at £1,149. Of course, 'affordable' is a relative...

The rugged Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2 is now available in the US

Samsung’s latest rugged tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 2, is coming stateside following its 2017 launch in other regions. Before you get too excited, know that this model in particular puts durability over design...

Surface Pro update improves battery reliability

Microsoft has pushed out a new firmware update for the Surface Pro hybrid and its LTE-toting sibling which improves battery reliability and applies an important security fix. As mentioned, the most interesting tweak ‘improves...

Asus ZenBook Flip S convertible laptop launched in India at Rs 1,30,990

Asus today launched the ZenBook Flip S in India, featuring a 360-degree rotating touchscreen and running on Windows 10. According to the company, the ZenBook Flip S is the world’s thinnest and lightest convertible laptop,...

Best gaming laptops under Rs 50,000 for March 2018

No matter how much you play on our smartphone, tablet or console, nothing really beats gaming on a PC does it? And PC gaming is often better served by a laptop. There are several of these, which offer a great deal of performance...

The best laptops of 2018: Top laptops ranked

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MacBook may get a touchscreen keyboard with haptic feedback keys

Remember a couple of weeks back when a patent emerged showing Apple’s idea for a dual-screen MacBook, which replaces the traditional keyboard base with a second display? Well, a fresh patent throws more light on the possible...

Surface Book 3

Microsoft surprised the world with its first-ever, honest-to-goodness 2-in-1 laptop in late 2015 with the Surface Book, but, now less than a year since its follow-up Surface Book 2, we’re just about salivating over the prospect...

The best tablets you can buy in 2018

Best Tablets of 2018 Tablet launches are becoming more and more scarce with companies preferring 2-in-laptops and hybrids. Despite this, tablets are one of the more versatile options in the market that can suit any environment,...

The best iPad 2018: how to choose the right Apple tablet for you

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Champagne Gold Kindle Oasis provides added glam to Amazon's premium ereader

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Alexa calling and messaging arrives on Fire, Android and iOS tablets

Starting today you can make calls and send messages through Alexa on your Fire, Android or iOS tablet as well as all the Echo devices in your home, making it easier than ever to ditch your landline or even your smartphone...

The best cheap tablets and deals 2018: the top budget options

You don't have to pay hundreds of pounds for a tablet these days, and there are a number of top cheap tablets available. [Update: 2018 will likely bring us an updated fleet of Amazon's low-cost slates, alongside a handful...