Google announces 2nd generation Chromebook Pixel with dual USB-C ports

The age of the luxury ultraportable is definitely upon us. Apple launched its new thnner and lighter Retina MacBook two days ago and now Google has followed suit with its latest Chromebook Pixel.

Starting at US $999, the new Chromebook Pixel features an  all-aluminum body, a 13-inch touchscreen that has a 2560 x 1700 resolution and an aspect ratio of 3:2. Google decided on a proper mobile chip, no leass than an Intel Core i5 Broadwell processor powers this Chromebook which also sports  8GB of RAM, and 32GB of storage space.

Comparing Chromebooks to Apples, the pixel 2 is heavier than the new MacBook at 3.3 pounds but it also offers more in terms of battery life (12-hours), ports (two USB-C ports) and fast charging technology. in terms of design, it looks a whole lot like the Retina MacBook Pro 13.

PowerSkin announces first portable battery solution for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus

With millions of consumers already purchasing the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus there is an immediate need for on-the-go charging solutions for these new devices.  To meet the incredible demand, PowerSkin announced that the company’s popular PoP’n battery packs now includes PoP’n 2 for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, available for only $69.99.

Utilizing state-of-the-art, patented suction adhering technology, the PoP’n 2 suctions onto the back of the iPhone for an easy to hold, seamlessly integrated charging experience. That means no dangling cords or having to awkwardly juggle around two different devices. Featuring a 4000 mAh battery and 2.1 amp charging equipped, the PoP’n 2 charges the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus faster than any other battery pack and the reinforced hard shell plastic helps stabilize and protect the phone.

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New Android Wear update for Moto 360 reportedly improves battery life

Owners of the Moto 360 wearable will be happy to know that a new system update for Android Wear (Build #KGW42R update, bringing Android Wear to version 1.0.1.1448224), supposedly improves overall battery life for the Moto 360. Streamlining processes for the light sensor and bluetooth connectivity, the update aims to fix one of the more dissapointing aspects of what still remains to be the most interesting wearable device under Android Wear. Have you updated yet? Any improvements overall?

Source: Androidpit

Teardowns reveal iPhone 6 and 6 Plus battery capacities

In case you’ve been wondering what batteries are powering the new Apple devices, iFixit and Macotakara have taken a look inside the new iPhones. Macotakara said the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 is powered by a 1,810mAh battery, which isn’t really a big leap from the 5s’s 1,560mAh battery. It was also discovered that the battery is attached to the chassis using adhesive tabs. Previous iPhones were glued into the chassis.

Meanwhile, iFixit found the 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus runs on a 2,915mAh battery, which is a sizable amount. However, you must also consider that it powers a larger display and higher resolution so it definitely needs a bigger battery.

Source: iFixit + Macotakara | Via: Ubergizmo