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Friday
Oct272017

Unboxing the Xbox One X

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

I had a rare opportunity to try the new Xbox One X today. This super console is the most powerful gaming machine ever made. The spec sheet of this console is simply staggering. It has up to 40 per cent more computing power than any other console. It is designed for 4K gaming as well as HDR output on compatible Ultra HD televisions. 

Specs include an 8-core Custom AMD CPU is clocked at 2.3GHz to bring enhanced AI. It has 12 GB of RAM as well as 1 Terabyte of RAM. It is capable of six teraflops of calculation per second (a terfalop is composed of a trillion calculations).  This console will play Xbox One titles (and original Xbox titles as well) with less latency and quicker loading in full 4K and is likely tuned for future VR and AR experiences. 

What's remarkable about the Xbox One is that it is also the smallest console Microsoft has ever made, which is remarkable considering (it does feel dense and powerful, like a dwarf star). Microsoft Canada kindly provided me with an XBox One X review unit. My impressions, based on my unboxing, are that it is similar in size as the Xbox One S but feels more solid and is notably heavier. 

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Thursday
Oct262017

10 Things to know about iPhone X

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Apple's iPhone X is hours away from being made available for pre-order (starting at 12:01 a.m. PDT on October 27!).

This is one of the most anticipated products to come to market in a long time and showcases Apple's vision for the mobile industry going forward. Expected to be in short supply because of overwhelming demand, iPhone X online orders are expected to go briskly. They ship and will be available to in stores on November 3.

 Hit jump to know more about iPhone X.

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Thursday
Oct262017

Review: Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL

Updated on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 9:53AM by Registered CommenterGadjo Cardenas Sevilla

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Google has stepped up its hardware game in 2017. Aside from a S, M and L version of the Google Home smart speaker, it is also fielding an all new premium Pixelbook 2-in-1, an intriguing smart assistant-powered Pixel Buds headset (with real-time translation), and a new Clips A.I. powered camera.

The showstoppers, however, are the updated Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL smartphones which epitomize Google's renewed focus on A.I., machine learning and premium smartphone experiences. Let's dive in.

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Wednesday
Oct252017

Now's your chance to grab the BlackBerry KEYOne for $80 off

The highly regarded BlackBerry KEYOne is on sale for a limited time.

For only 24 hours (starting at 12:00am ET on Oct. 25), the award-winning BlackBerry KEYone is available through select retailers including Amazon.caBlueshop.ca and Staples.caWith this online-only flash sale, Canadians can save $80 off and purchase the device for $649.99. For anyone holding out for this multi-finctional, secure and powerful Android handset, this might be the opportunity to grab one at a discounted price. Check out our review of the BlackBerry KEYOne.