Toshiba unveils camera module with Lytro-like capabilities

Toshiba announced the company’s efforts to develop a new camera module designed to allow refocusing for smartphone photos. The TCM9518MD module will be built with two 5-megapixel sensors and a dedicated processing chip to take both image and depth information and allow for after image refocusing (much like what the Lytro camera is doing).

The module is up for sampling at the moment, which means manufacturers can order small batches of the module to test for future devices.

 Source: Toshiba

Razer introduces next-gen gaming PC concept

If Razer has its way, then the next-generation of PC gaming machines will be so much easier to assemble. Codenamed Project Christine looks like a futuristic computing rack that is designed to allow gamers to swap modules of CPU, memory, GPU, and the like and have them automatically sync with the system. The modules are going to come with built-in liquid cooling and noise cancellation features and will also be cable-free.

Source: The Verge

Sony tracks your life with the Core

Sony is upping the ante in the wearable tech segment with its recently launched Core tracker. The device is designed to monitor various aspects of your life, such as sleeping schedule, music you listen to, photos you take, the steps you make, etc. The information the Core collects will be presented in a grid format to allow users to examine how they live their lives. The waterproof device will connect to your device through Bluetooth but Sony hasn’t revealed much about the specifics of the device. The tech company plans to release more details at Mobile World Congress.

Source: Engadget

Samsung introduces new TabPro, NotePro lines

Samsung aims to go pro and bridge the mobile and desktop computing link with its new tablet lines. The Galaxy NotePro will be available in 12.2 inches only, while Galaxy TabPro will be available in 12.2 inches, 10.1 inches, and 8.4 inches and they will all run on Android 4.4 KitKat, have 8-megapixel rear and 2-megapixel front cameras, feature 2560 x 1600 pixel display, come under 8mm thick, and come available in Wi-Fi and LTE versions.

The 12.2-inch versions of both lines will have four-pane multitasking window and multiple pop-up window options, where you can even have two instances of the same app open at the same time for comparison. Samsung also debuted a new home screen look called Magazine UX, which allows for user customization and looks similar to LiveTile of Windows. It must be noted though that only the NotePro has S Pen stylus support.

Source: The Verge