Nikon’s new Coolpix cams won’t steal the show, but they offer boost in features

Nikon introduced two new Coolpix models, the P7800 and S02. Both are updates to existing cameras, but they have enhanced features and performance. Also announced is a new LED lighting accessory.

Android 4.3 coming to the Galaxy S4 and Galaxy S3 in October, says Samsung

During the launch event for the Galaxy Note 3 and Galaxy Gear, Samsung also told owners of the Galaxy S3 and Galaxy S4 smartphones to watch out for an update to Android 4.3 soon.

Qualcomm launches Toq smartwatch with always-on touchscreen, out late 2013

Attention at IFA 2013 may appear to have centered around the Galaxy Gear smartwatch, but another watch has also been given its official debut at the show, and it’s made by a most unlikely manufacturer. It’s called the Toq, and it’s produced by Qualcomm, the company best known for making the Snapdragon processor range.

Xperia Z1 spec and Smart Lens accessories leak ahead of official reveal

With just hours to go before the smartphone is officially announced, another leak has provided us with the final specs for the Sony Xperia Z1, plus a video showing the Smart Lenses in action.

JBL Charge review

The last time we checked out a portable speaker from JBL, the $100 Flip, we were pretty much blown away by the small speaker’s big-league blast of sound. The Flip easily filled our test room with its concise, detailed sound signature, and its exterior design was a refreshing break from the ritual rectangles we’ve grown accustomed to. The only real issue we had with the speaker was its mediocre 6-hour rechargeable battery life.

Surprise! Sony says HDMI 2.0 is just a firmware update away

 

New Sony Reader lets you read a 600 page novel on a 3 minute charge

 

Today is a busy one for Sony, but it hasn’t forgotten its little ebook reader. While unveiling a slew of new phones, cameras, tablets, and other gadgets at the IFA tech show in Berlin, Sony slipped in the latest version of its new E Ink ebook reader.

Google sells out, names next version of Android ‘KitKat’

In a story that would be funnier on April 1, Google has announced that the next version of Android will be called 'KitKat,' taking its name from Nestle's chocolate-covered cracker treat. Android 4.4 KitKat will be co-promoted with Nestle.

Braven 850 review

The Braven 600 stands as one of our all-time favorite portable Bluetooth speakers. Its sound quality is pristine and powerful, and its build quality is second to none. It’s such a great product, that we couldn’t help but want more of it. In fact, since we reviewed it, we’ve secretly held hope that Braven would come out with a super-sized version. You can imagine, then, that we got a little excited when Braven announced its 850 speaker.

Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS review

The Olympus Stylus TG-2 iHS ($380) is the latest flagship in Olympus’ rugged series of cameras, taking over from the TG-1 (in fact, the two cameras are similar in looks, with noticeable difference in body color). Packed into this point-and-shoot are a lot of nice features and performance, but does it live up to its “tough” billing and top the high bar its predecessor set?