Monthly Archives: April 2017

Sanus Swiveling TV Base for Playbase review : The perfect playmate for your Playbase

Sanus Swiveling TV Base for Playbase review : The perfect playmate for your Playbase

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This TV stand is terrific whether or not you use it with a Sonos speaker.

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If you’re like lots of people—including me—you’d love to hang your flat-screen TV on the wall. But then you think about relocating the electrical outlet, and dealing with the speakers, and finding a spot for the streaming box, and hiding all the cables, and so on and so forth. So the TV never gets off whatever piece of furniture it’s been resting on. You’re the person Sonos built its new Playbase speaker for, and for whom Sanus built its Swiveling TV Base for Playbase.

The stand is designed to make it look as though your TV is hanging on the wall and floating above either a Sonos Playbar or the new Sonos Playbase. But it neatly avoids all the hassle associated with that endeavor and it allows you to swivel your TV 20 degrees left or right and tilt it up to 5 degrees—actions that only more-expensive wall mounts are capable of. But you don’t need to own a Sonos speaker to appreciate this well-built TV stand.
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AGM X1 Review rugged smartphone : not drown, but froze

AGM X1 Review rugged smartphone : not drown, but froze

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A rugged smartphone is usually a pain. A rugged smartphone from some little-known Chinese factory is doubly painful. That’s why I have not tested such devices for a long time. However, AGM X1 was a pleasant exception to this rule.

AGM X1 Review rugged smartphone: not drown, but froze

AGM representative contacted me and offered to advertise their products. Frankly speaking, before that I had not heard anything about this manufacturer. It is not surprising, because the brand is brand new.

At first I was wary of the devices from these guys. Later I looked at the characteristics, I studied the official website (surprisingly well done) and I was interested in their products. Of course, most liked AGM X1 , because the smartphone is rugged on all fronts, but it does not have sadness inside, but quite a decent “iron”:
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Ford Mustang GT Fastback v Nissan 370Z Coupe comparison

Ford Mustang GT Fastback v Nissan 370Z Coupe comparison

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It’s a good problem to have. You want to buy a new sports car, but you want more poke than either a Mazda MX-5 or Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86 can offer. It can’t be front-wheel drive, and your budget rules out more expensive Euros from the likes of Audi, BMW, or Mercedes-Benz.

So, what are your options? Well, at a smidge under $60k, you could choose one of these two: the reimagined Pony car itself, the Ford Mustang, or the familiar Nissan 370Z. Here we go then… USA versus Japan.

Ford Mustang GT Fastback v Nissan 370Z Coupe comparison

The cars

We all know the Nissan 370Z is far from being the newest kid on the block – it was unveiled at the 2008 Los Angeles motor show. But it’s also the only sports car offered by the Japanese brand, outside of the circa-$200k GT-R.
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https://www.caradvice.com.au/534439/ford-mustang-gt-fastback-v-nissan-370z-coupe-comparison/

HP EliteBook x360 G2 Review

HP EliteBook x360 G2 Review

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Business laptops typically reflect the corporate market they’re built for: They’re inoffensive and just a tad boring. But it doesn’t have to be this way. HP’s new EliteBook x360 G2 is proof that your work laptop should be no less sleek, comfortable or powerful than anything you would use at home. The laptop ($1,249 to start; $1,899 as tested) combines looks, performance (including a U-series Intel Core i7 CPU), a standout keyboard and a wide array of security features in a package that’s so sexy that no one will believe you actually got it from work.

Design

HP’s winning streak with premium design continues with the EliteBook x360 G2, which is the most stunning business machine I’ve ever seen. The silver, aluminum unibody laptop uses the company’s modern logo found only on its top-of-the-line machines. Lifting the lid shows off the 13.3-inch, 1080p touch screen; backlit keyboard; and shiny, diamond cut around the touchpad and fingerprint reader.
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Fujifilm GFX 50S Review

Fujifilm GFX 50S Review

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Introduction

The Fujifilm GFX 50S is a compact system camera with a 51.4 megapixel 43.8mm x 32.9mm medium-format CMOS sensor. The weatherproof GFX 50S features Raw images with 14-bit color depth and 14 stops of dynamic range, ISO range of 50-102400, 1080p video with a frame rate of 30fps, 3fps continuous shooting, contrast-detection autofocus system with 117 points, shutter speeds from 60 minutes to 1/4000th sec using the mechanical focal plane shutter or up to 1/16000 sec via the electronic shutter, a removable 3.69m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder, a 3.2” 2.36m-dot touchscreen LCD with a three-way tilting design, dual UHS-II SD memory card slots, built-in Wi-Fi for remote connection, interval shooting and multiple exposure modes, and a brand new line of GF lenses. The recommended retail price of the Fujifilm GFX 50S is £6199 / $6499 body only.
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https://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/fujifilm_gfx_50s_review

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Project Scorpio vs Xbox One S vs Xbox One: should you make the upgrade?

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If you’re thinking of jumping into the newest generation of Xbox gaming you currently have two points of entry to choose from: the original Xbox One and its more powerful mutation the Xbox One S.

It’s already not an easy choice, but it’s one that will soon become more difficult when Microsoft releases its next piece of hardware, Project Scorpio.

Whether you’re trying to choose which console should be your first step into the latest generation or you’re trying to decide whether to upgrade and to what extend you should do so, we’re here to help by weighing up the features of all three consoles and breaking them down to tell you which is best for your gaming needs.

Project Scorpio vs Xbox One S vs Xbox One: Design

Out of Microsoft’s two currently available consoles, the Xbox One S is definitely the smaller option. It measures 11.6 x 9.0 x 2.5 inches which makes it around 40% smaller than the original Xbox One which measures 17 x 14 x 5 inches. Its smaller size is also helped by the fact that it’s a console that can be lain horizontally or slotted into a tighter space vertically.
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Homtom HT20 Pro Hands-on Review : Tank with a good specifications

Homtom HT20 Pro Hands-on Review : Tank with a good specifications

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I have repeatedly said that protected smartphones have recently become very popular. There are several reasons for that. However, some manufacturers produce their smartphones with the aim to give the product for everyday life – for work, shopping, and you can casually drop the device on the floor and break it.

Homtom HT20 Pro Review: Tank with a good specifications

Other companies operate in a slightly different direction. They create smartphones for travel and outdoor activities. In fact, it is almost the same version of the smartphone, only the manufacturer is positioning it differently.

The smartphone Homtom HT20 Pro, for example, can be used at home, but also it will be interesting for those users who lead an active lifestyle and travel in the mountains, ride a bike, go to the forest for camping and so on. Now let’s review Homtom HT20 Pro and look at its main features.
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Singlecue Gen 2 review

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Voice control is cool, but the future of toggling complex systems of devices — like your home theater or smart home setup — is with gestures. At least, that’s what the developers behind the $150 Singlecue would have you believe. If this device sounds familiar, it’s because we looked at it a few years back — but this is generation two, with a greater focus on overall smart home control.

It turns out, controlling your TV, streaming device, and smart home gadgets with gestures actually feels pretty cool (even if you look ridiculous to everyone else). Singlecue tracks your movements well, but its clunky menu system and lack of customizability seriously hurt its appeal. For now, you’ll want to wait till generation three or four to invest in the Singlecue.

Here’s how the Singlecue works: you set it up by your TV, then using the app, integrate it with devices around your house. I set it up with Alexa, a Vizio TV, an Apple TV streaming device and Philips Hue lights. It also works with a slew of other devices, including Roku, Bose, and Nest devices (you can check out the full list here). After the setup, it tracks your gestures with a camera, and lets you navigate the menus displayed on its screen (which is about 1.5 inches by 2.5 inches).
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https://www.cnet.com/reviews/singlecue-gen-2-review/

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2018 VW Atlas First Drive: A 7-seater SUV to dethrone Explorer

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The 2018 Atlas is long-overdue: VW has needed a proper, 7-seater SUV for some time. More than that, it’s needed a proper, 7-seater SUV that is built with the American market foremost in mind. The Tiguan is too small; the Touareg too expensive: enter the Volkswagen North American Region (NAR) and a big SUV that, while it’ll be sold elsewhere in the world, really has America’s best-selling Ford Explorer in its crosshairs.

In operation for about a year now, VW NAR is basically a self-contained automaker – covering the US, Canada, and Mexico – with the autonomy to make decisions for the region. It’s the team responsible for shaping the 2018 Atlas to American tastes and, courtesy of a $900m investment from VW, will begin production of the SUV in Chattanooga, TN, alongside the Passat. While the Atlas took its initial inspiration from the CrossBlue concept of 2013, from there it grew in size and scope.
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https://www.slashgear.com/2018-vw-atlas-first-drive-a-7-seater-suv-to-dethrone-explorer-06481067/

LG K10 and LG Class Compare Review

LG K10 and LG Class Compare Review

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Both models LG K10 and LG Class have got me to the test almost simultaneously, and use each of them a certain time, I made for myself concluded that the devices are very similar, and should describe them in one review, comparison, and not to write two very similar view.

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LG K10 and LG Class: Appearance, materials, controls, assembly

I like the design of both models, for example, the LG Class austere appearance, slightly rounded edges and used metal shell, while LG K10, on the contrary, has rounded edges and the back cover he made of rubberized textured plastic, thanks to this device is very comfortable to hold in hand.
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Six things to know about Xbox Project Scorpio

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Earlier today, Microsoft revealed the tech behind its next console, codenamed Project Scorpio. The reveal came in the form of a lengthy profile from Eurogamer’s Digital Foundry, and there’s a lot of information to dig through. You should absolutely read through the whole thing if you have the time, but if you don’t, here are six key takeaways from today’s reveal.

1. Project Scorpio will be the most powerful console ever

It might seem like hyperbole to say that, but looking at the specifications for this console, it most certainly isn’t. Project Scorpio represents a significant jump ahead in power over the Xbox One, and it even manages to come out ahead of Sony’s PlayStation 4 Pro. A lot of its power lies in its GPU, which features 40 custom compute cores clocked at 1172MHz. Digital Foundry estimates that Project Scorpio’s CPU will be 30% more powerful than that of the Xbox One, while the GPU will be a jaw-dropping 4.6 times more powerful.
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5 things you need to know about the 2017 Genesis G80

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The 2017 Genesis G80 is part of the newly-minted luxury brand’s one-two punch to shake up the premium segment. Positioned just under the long-wheelbase G90 sedan, the G80 represents an upgrade over last year’s Hyundai Genesis four-door on which it is based.

Genesis is looking to take on the likes of Lexus, Audi, and BMW in terms of attracting customers, and it’s betting big on a mix of high quality automobiles and a high end experience for its owners (including concierge service, lengthy warranties, and eventually it’s own independent dealership system) to lure them in. The G80 is currently the thin end of the company’s brand strategy wedge, but don’t make the mistake of thinking that its position as the most affordable Genesis means any corners have been cut.
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https://www.slashgear.com/5-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-2017-genesis-g80-06481013/

 

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2018 Volkswagen Atlas Review

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As far as SUVs and crossovers go, every manufacturer seems to have an offering that fits exactly what you need in an overgrown people hauler. Some manufacturers have three, while others like Chevy have five, but there’s one mainstream automaker that hasn’t brought their A-game to the SUV market yet, and that automaker is Volkswagen. The brand has its fair share of hatchbacks, but it only has two SUVs – the compact Volkswagen Tiguan and the much larger Volkswagen Touareg. The Volkswagen Atlas was originally expected to slot between the two, however, VW pulled on over on us and actually made the Atlas larger than the Touareg. Finally unveiled on the Santa Monica Pier, the Atlas comes correct with lots of DNA from the CrossBlue Concept, The choice of a four-cylinder or six-cylinder engine, lots of safety features, and seating for seven full-sized Americans.

Up until now, we were unsure if this new SUV would be called the Atlas, as VW has also trademarked the name “Teramont” – one that would go along with VW’s “T” naming structure. Now, we’re thinking it’s likely that the Teramont name will be used in other markets, or could – potentially – be reserved for a model that will slot between the Tiguan.
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https://www.topspeed.com/cars/volkswagen/2018-volkswagen-atlas-ar174787.html

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Amazon Fire TV Stick (2017) preview: Alexa on TV for £40/$60

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Since Amazon launched its own media streaming device, it has successfully refreshed the main set-top-box, adding faster processing, better remote access, 4K Ultra HD support and, in recent times, an all-new user experience. Its Fire TV Stick remained untouched, in the UK at least.

That’s has finally changed, however.

From today, 6 April, Amazon has introduced an updated dongle that includes nigh-on everything above, bar the 4K video streaming. And, like the latest US edition, also adds Alexa support and a voice remote as standard, all for £39.99
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https://www.pocket-lint.com/tv/reviews/amazon/140302-amazon-fire-tv-stick-with-alexa-voice-remote-review-the-best-media-player-under-40

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2017 Toyota Yaris Review

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The 2017 Geneva Auto Show had plenty of supercar action, but the Toyota booth had quite the nice surprise for performance enthusiasts, in the shape of the new Yaris GRMN. Based on the WRC-spec rally car, the GRMN is the Polo GTi and Fiesta ST competitor we’ve been asking about for years, but it wasn’t the only Yaris show in Switzerland. Alongside the performance version, Toyota also displayed the regular Yaris, which just received a mid-cycle update.

Now sporting a revised front fascia with more angular lines and a sportier bumper and larger taillights around back, the Yaris has taken a more aggressive stance against the competition. The fresh design is backed by a revised interior with new technology and an enhanced safety package, while the drivetrain department has news to share too. On top of the new GRMN model with the supercharged 1.8-liter engine and a mild update to the hybrid version, the Yaris also ditched the 1.3-liter unit in favor of a brand-new, 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Powerful yet more efficient, the new unit also makes the Yaris quicker, which is a big plus with so many nippy options on the market right now.
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Creative Outlier Sports review

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Think wireless water-resistant headphones are just another trend like the Atkins diet, the Shake Weight or 8 Minute Abs? Think again. Every audio manufacturer under the sun is throwing all of their weight at the problem and, along the way, have come up with some rock-solid solutions.

Take, for example, the Creative Outlier Sports Wireless Sweatproof In-Ears.

Give these $69 (£59, around AU$90), silicone-tipped earbuds a shot at being your new workout buddy and you might never go to the gym with anything else.

Design

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The Outlier Sports look and feel like a lot of around-the-neck wireless earphones we’ve used in the past. The cord here is a bit on the short side, but considering that too much slack often means more cable noise, it’s all for the best.
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https://www.techradar.com/reviews/creative-outlier-sports

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2017 Honda Rebel 300 Review: First Ride

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Before you begin wondering if you’ve taken your medication this morning, let me preface this review of the new 2017 Honda Rebel 300 with the fact that it will share a lot of thoughts and observations with last week’s review of the Rebel 500 that was introduced simultaneously. These two bikes share everything in common, except for the sewing machine some little old lady left inside the chassis of the 300.

The Rebel 300 is 2017’s closest relative to the classic, approachable, and affordable Rebel 250 that motorcyclists have become familiar with since its debut in 1985. The Rebel is known by many as the bike they learned on, may have even taken that special girl to prom on, but most importantly triggered their passion for bikes. The Rebel 300 carries on the “my-first-bike” torch starting at a very reasonable $4,399 for the base model, and $4,699 with ABS.
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Hands on: MSI WS63 review

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Mobile workstations have now almost caught up with their desktop counterparts when it comes to sheer performance, assuming that you’re ready to pay the premium and live with the restrictions (like battery life and limited expansion capabilities).

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MSI has bucked the trend and produced a laptop with a unique design and a couple of features that set it apart from the rest of the competition. The WS63 (and its alter-ego, the GS63VR) is thin (17.7mm) and light enough (1.8kg) to be classified as an Ultrabook, and yet manages to cram in two drives and a workstation-grade graphics card.

If that wasn’t impressive enough, this is a laptop with a 15.6-inch display; our sample came with a Full HD screen, but there’s a 4K IPS option available as well. Such svelteness comes at a price though – MSI tacitly discourages users from opening the WS63. We counted no less than 14 screws and couldn’t pry open the workstation despite our best (sensible) efforts.
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BT Ultra HD YouView review: 4K entertainment, but in limited supply

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BT was the first television provider in the UK to take a step into the future of entertainment, launching its own Ultra HD 4K service. It started, appropriately, with BT Sport Ultra HD, before expanding into other 4K content from streaming providers, like Netflix.

BT’s Ultra HD offering means you need a new set-top box, the DTR-T4000, but it also needs to you to have the company’s Infinity broadband to complete the package and bring you super-sharp TV.

The Ultra HD service has recently seen an update, bringing a new user interface for BT TV users, as BT looks to remain competitive against Sky Q, Virgin Media and the growing omnipotence of smart TVs.
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https://www.pocket-lint.com/tv/reviews/bt/135287-bt-ultra-hd-youview-review-4k-entertainment-but-in-limited-supply

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2017 Jaguar F-PACE 35t Prestige Review: A crossover with claws

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Jaguar knows how to make a handsome car, and the 2017 F-PACE is no different. The British automaker’s crossover borrows liberally from the design language of the slinky F-TYPE coupe and the imposing XJ sedan, no bad thing in either case, and the result is a striking and aggressive SUV. Still, the styling isn’t the only thing Jaguar poached from the F-TYPE: there’s the engine, too.

You could describe the supercharged 3.0-liter V6 as the F-PACE’s secret weapon in the crossover wars. It may “only” be the 340 horsepower version – the F-PACE S gets the 380 HP upgrade – but, in a class when many rivals make do with a turbocharged four-cylinder, there’s a lot to like about Jaguar’s personality-filled engine. You can’t argue with a healthy 332 lb-ft. of torque, either.

It’s all built atop the same platform as Jaguar used for the XE and XF, though the F-PACE is obviously bigger. At 186.3 inches in length, 76.2 inches wide, and 65.6-inches tall, it effectively sits across two size categories: larger than the Porsche Macan but smaller than the Cayenne. Luckily, it’s priced in line with the smaller crossover competition.
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HP Spectre x360 (13-inch, 2017) review

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Thanks to a first-class execution, the HP Spectre x360 13 is the Mini-Me of its head-turning 15-inch sister. What’s most surprising about it is how little HP had to drop from the design to shrink it into a 2.8-pound (1,286g), slightly larger than letter/A4 sized 2-in-1 laptop, turning the x360 13 into the most compelling 4K convertible in its size class. True, the only other real competitor in that class at the moment is the Lenovo Yoga 910, but it has clear advantages over that and only a few relative drawbacks.

Of course, the first question you have to ask yourself when considering either system would be “do I really want such a small 4K display?” A lot of people don’t notice or just don’t mind the difference between the roughly 200 pixels-per-inch sharpness of 1,920×1,080 with the 13.3-inch display and the 331 PPI of 4K UHD. I do. Interface text is easier to read, and I can really judge photo sharpness. But it comes with two big tradeoffs: battery life and price.
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2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid Review

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Acura first presented the third-generation MDX in production form at the 2013 New York Auto Show, and it went into production just a month later in Lincoln, Alabama. Offered with a 3.5-liter V-6 that makes use of variable cylinder management, and as a FWD vehicle in the U.S. for the first time, the MDX was ready to continue its battle in an overpopulated segment. But, to stay at the top of the food chain, the MDX has to remain as relevant and fresh as possible, which is why Acura gave it a fairly intensive facelift for the 2017 model year. As such, it’s more aggressive than ever and features Acura’s new Precision Grille on the outside while the interior took some minor changes to offer better refinement and space. Now, Acura is bringing an updated MDX Sport Hybrid to the market, and it offers a significant improvement in power over the range-topping, non-hybrid MDX.

To put it simply, the new MDX Hybrid uses the same three-motor setup that is found in the RLX Sport Hybrid and the Acura NSX and pushes the output for this new range-topper over the top with an extra 30 ponies and 40 percent better fuel economy in the city. That’s a pretty big deal for those of you who are concerned with fuel usage, and for those who want just a little extra oomph. The MDX Sport Hybrid is set to hit dealers starting in early April, so let’s take a closer look at it and see what it brings to the table before it gets there.
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Focal Utopia review

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We like a bit of ambition, and Focal has been nothing if not ambitious with these Utopia headphones. While their eye-watering price will get people talking, we think their technology is even more interesting.

Best known for its wide-ranging and talented speakers, this French manufacturer has been plugging away at headphones for a number of years now, without ever making the kind of impact that would get the big players to notice.

Focal’s headphones have been mostly middle market and solid as far as sound is concerned, but nothing in the company’s catalogue prepared us for the arrival of the Utopias.

Focal has never made headphones as pricey as these, or anything that even hinted at so much ability.
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https://www.whathifi.com/focal/utopia/review

 

 

 

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2017 Indian Chieftain Elite And Chieftain Limited Review

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Indian continues to bring the battle to Milwaukee with a pair of new baggers: the 2017 Chieftain Elite and Chieftain Limited – baggers being such a big deal they’ve spawned their own magazines and websites, and why not? They’re a great balance of form and function, combining the ability to cruise the dirty boulevard in style, then hightail it out of town without having to leave all one’s worldly goods behind. We could call them “American Sport Tourers,” really.

What’s new with these two Indians isn’t a lot functionally, but in a world where form is just as important, these two mark a significant departure. If you can’t put your finger on exactly why at first glance, here it is: These are the first modern-era full-sized Indians to do away with the company’s signature valanced front fender.

Removing it encouraged the engineers to come up with a spicy new 19-inch contrast-cut front wheel packing a pair of 300mm floating brake rotors squeezed by four-piston calipers bearing the Indian brand. Beyond that, a color matched headlight bezel and streamlined leather saddle complete a subtly sleeker, more aggressive look (which looks quite a bit more like Harley-Davidson’s best-selling Street Glide).
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Hands on: Sunvell T95P review

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The past decade has seen a number of manufacturers attempt to squeeze a working computer into a plug. Marvell kick-started the trend with the Linux-based SheevaPlug and Quanta almost did it with the Windows-powered Compute Plug.

But we have yet to see one based on Android; until now, that is. Meet the Sunvell T95P, a TV Box that is housed in an enclosure barely bigger than a traditional plug. Available with a US, UK or EU plug, it connects directly to your plug socket and, well, just works.

All three versions cost around £39 (about $50, AU$65) with free shipping at online Chinese retailer Gearbest. Note that this price is exclusive of any taxes that may be levied by HMRC or the courier companies on behalf of the vendor. Want to buy tech from online Chinese retailers? Read this first.
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https://www.techradar.com/reviews/sunvell-t95p

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2017 Audi Q3 – First Impressions

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Long ago, Audi was dominating Rallycross events in a Sport Quattro S1. It helped to brand Quattro as one of the best all-wheel drive systems in the world. Several years later, the A8 garnered popularity with its starring role in The Transporter, while the TT earned the attention of passersby who gave themselves whiplash as they took in the unusual design for the time. Since then, the RS4 and R8 eared themselves a spot on many dream lists across the world and more pedestrian Audis like the A4 were eating into BMW’s sales.

The aforementioned are all cars. Today, things are a bit different over at Audi as it seems the priority is to invest more and more into SUVs. In North America, there are already three in the lineup. A fourth, the Q2, is on sale overseas and is expected to eventually arrive on our shores. Then there’s the Q8 which is expected to be even bigger than the Q7 along with a four-door coupe-like SUV a la BMW X6 that is also expected to join the family.
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Which Sonos speaker is best for you? Play:1, Play:3, Play:5, PlayBar or PlayBase

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Multi-room speaker options are plentiful to say the least, with Denon, Samsung, LG and Bluesound all offering their own solutions. If you are reading this feature however, chances are you have opted for Sonos.

Unlike some of the newer additions to the multi-room speaker sector, Sonos has been kicking around for over a decade and it offers one of the best app platforms out there, with support for many of the big streaming services including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music Unlimited.

There are three speakers within the Sonos multi-room line up, but there is also a soundbar, soundbase and a wireless subwoofer available for the party too. Whether you are planning to put Sonos on your wish list or you are looking to set your home up, let us help you work out which Sonos speaker, or speakers, are right for you.
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https://www.pocket-lint.com/speakers/buyers-guides/sonos/135761-best-sonos-speaker

 

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2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid First Drive: First of the hybrid SUV breed, best of the hybrid SUV breed

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Acura has been on the electrification bandwagon since the slow-selling, current-generation RLX sedan was introduced in 2013, but with this latest effort – the 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid – people are actually going to take notice. Sure, the battery-assisted NSX supercar has gotten more than its fair share of attention, but the loyal folks who drive the premium brand’s sales are far more interested in SUVs and MPGs than they are in lap times and turbochargers.

The seven-passenger MDX has long been a volume leader for Acura, which made it the next natural recipient for the performance-oriented hybrid powertrain that the brand is excited to present as its new identity. It couldn’t have come at a better time, as Acura is facing the most concentrated competitive onslaught it has ever witnessed, with not even its mighty MDX / RDX one-two punch immune to the slings and arrows of an SUV-crazed product push.
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https://www.slashgear.com/2017-acura-mdx-sport-hybrid-first-drive-first-of-the-hybrid-suv-breed-best-of-the-hybrid-suv-breed-04480389/

 

Creative Sound BlasterX Vanguard K08 gaming keyboard review

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There was a time, long ago, when Creative exclusively made sound cards and other audio related tech. Being quite so niche these days isn’t realistic, and they now offer a selection of PC peripherals under their Sound BlasterX branding umbrella.

The new Vanguard K08 gaming keyboard is a classic example of Creative’s mission creep, as it impinges on the well-occupied territory of SteelSeries, Razer, Cougar and Corsair, among others.

These companies are mostly rehashing the Cherry MX range of mechanical switches, a very popular choice for serious gamers.

With the Vanguard K08, Creative has chosen to go down an alternate path and deliver something noticeably different to the discerning gamer.

US pricing for the Vanguard K08 is $139.99 (£159.99, AU$219).
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Palit GeForce GTX 1050 Ti KalmX review – high performance at low price and complete silence

Palit GeForce GTX 1050 Ti KalmX review – high performance at low price and complete silence

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Nowadays, GPUs are becoming more and more powerful, and at the same time require less energy, which in its turn reduces generated heat. This allows manufacturers to replace the heavy, noisy and expensive to produce coolers with more compact and cheaper to produce ones… or with another type of cooling unit – 100% silent. With its 75W of energy consumption, GTX 1050 Ti is the perfect GPU for the so-called passive cooling.

The product, which we will present to you today, is manufactured by the Taiwanese company Palit. Additionally, the GPU is called GeForce GTX 1050 Ti KalmX. Its parameters match those of the actively cooled offer by the same company – GTX 1050 Ti StormX. In this iteration of the budget card, we see a massive unit with two copper pipes, which provide better heat transfer between the chip and the aluminum ribs of the unit.
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