Google introduces 64-bit version of Chrome

Want to squeeze out a bit more juice from your Google Chrome browser and have a 64-bit Windows 7 or 8 machine? Google has just released a 64-bit version of the browser. It promises to boost speeds by up to 25 percent and better security for 64-bit Windows 8 devices. According to the Chromium blog, the Canary and Dev channels of Chrome already have it. The Chromium team even goes so far to suggest that the 64-bit Dev version is more stable than 32-bit Chrome. We would recommend you get it through Dev channel though as Canary is a relatively new build without much internal testing done.

Source: Chromium Blog + Engadget

Microsoft to update Cortana twice a month

Microsoft is making sure its voice assistant stays up-to-date with a twice-per-month update cycle. The Cortana team at Microsoft told Engadget that the company even considers updating more than twice a month for things they consider "timely, urgent or especially badass." But you don't have to worry yourself about these updates. Microsoft intends for the updates to come in through the background to make the experience as seamless and painless as possible.

Samsung debuts 7-inch Galaxy W device in South Korea

We’re not quite sure why the model for the Samsung Galaxy W is holding up the device to his ear. Perhaps, Samsung is trying to market its new 7-inch device as a phone but we’d like to think this screen size has crossed over to tablet territory already. The Galaxy W is known by some as the Galaxy Mega 7.0. It, unfortunately, only has a 720p HD display but it has other good features working for it including a quad-core 1.2GHz processor, 1.5GB RAM, 16GB internal storage with expansion via microSD, and an 8-megapixel rear camera. We’re not sure why Samsung opted to put Android 4.3 Jelly Bean though instead of Android 4.4 KitKat. It also comes with a massive 3500mAh battery. But we think this will just be adequate for the rather large display.

The Galaxy W is available in South Korea for around US$490. We’re not yet sure if or when this device will make its way to our shores though.

Source: Ubergizmo

Sony introduces the Xperia T3, ‘world’s slimmest’ 5.3-inch smartphone

While it is a rather specific category, Sony touts its newest Xperia T3 as the “world’s slimmest 5.3-inch smartphone. Aside from being slim though, the device is said to be made durable thanks to steel frame and matte back cover. This device has a high-resolution HD TriLuminos IPS display, 1.4GHz quad-core processor, 4G connectivity, and a 2500mAh battery. The T3 has an 8-megapixel shooter integrated with Cyber-shot features and HDR for videos.

The T3 will be available globally in July and will come in black, white, and purple. Sony did not say how much the device will cost though.

Source: The Next Web