First look at the Apple iPad mini 4

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

The new laminated display, which was introduced with iPad Air 2, now makes images pop even more on iPad mini 4 and viewing the display outdoors is way less painful than with previous versions.

The iPad mini 4 has been slimmed down and powered up. Apple's smallest tablet was briefly mentioned during the iPhone 6S, iPad Pro and Apple TV launch event a few weeks ago, but it wasn't even on display at the demo area, this is likely because the focus had to be on the iPad Pro. Apple's littlest iPad now comes up big in terms of key hardware as well as software improvements.

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BlackBerry completes acquisition of AtHoc, secure crisis communications provider

The AtHoc software platform enables people, devices and organizations to exchange critical information in real time during business continuity and life safety operations.

BlackBerry has completed the acquisition of AtHoc, a leading provider of secure, networked crisis communications. AtHoc will operate as a division of BlackBerry. AtHoc’s Chief Executive Officer, Guy Miasnik, will lead the division as part of BlackBerry’s senior leadership team reporting to John Chen, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.  

The AtHoc software platform enables people, devices and organizations to exchange critical information in real time during business continuity and life safety operations. The service offers a argeted, secure alert that will enable companies to distribute confidential data during an emergency situation, and give them the ability to audit the usage. The opportunities to assure a safer, more secure world are endless.

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Toshiba updates its award-winning Chromebook 2 with Intel processors, more RAM and battery life

Toshiba has updated its award-winning Chromebook 2. Now with a new 5th Gen Intel Core i3 or Celeron      processor and up to 4GB of RAM, these two new models deliver better performance with 4GB of RAM and 8 hour battery life.

Both variants feature an all-new LED backlit keyboard for a more seamless experience when web browsing, watching movies, listening to music and getting work done, even in low light environments. Hit jump for more information.

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Review: 2015 Ford Fiesta ST

By Donny Halliwell

Spirited hot hatch with track-ready performance

Do you like zippy handling, back of the seat acceleration, bright orange paint schemes, racing stripes, speeding tickets? You will get all of this and more in the 2015 Ford Fiesta ST. “Believe it or not this is my favourite car in the fleet,” I was told by an obviously enthusiastic rep.  Seconds after starting it up and pulling away spiritedly, of course, it’s clear to me why. Hit jump to read the full review.

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