Video: HP Split x2 continues evolving the Windows 8 hybrid notebook

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

HP's got no shortage of interesting tablet/notebook hybrid devices and the newly announced HP Split x2 is a 13.3-inch touchscreen tablet that alows a full notebook experience when needed and then easily reverts to a standalone tablet.

Larger than the original x2, the Split x2 might be the best hybrid suited for BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) as it has both the specs of a full-sized notebook but is highly versatile when in tablet form. Coming this Summer, the HP Split x2 pricing in Canada still has to be announced.

HP revamps ProBook line of business focused notebooks for 2013

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Focused on value-pricing with rugged and functional business-oriented features, the ProBook line from HP is seeing a huge refresh with various models across the line.

Announced today were the The ProBook 430, 440, 455 and 470 models which run the gamut in terms of screen-size and features from 13.3-inches to 17.3-inches. Thinner and lighter than their predecessors, the ProBooks feature aluminum construction, spillproof keyboards and enterprise-ready security features such as fingerprint scanners. HP is touting universal design elements across the line and a range of chipsets Starting at $499, the ProBooks, which are ideal for the SMB setting, will ship with 1,366 x 768 matte displays (non-touch) but can emulate the gestures particular to Windows 8 on trackpads. Choice of processors range from Intel's Ivy Bridge chips to lower cost AMD Richland processors.

FileMaker Developer Conference Announced for August 12-15 in San Diego

Exciting news for FileMaker users and developers. The 2013 FileMaker Developer Conference will take place on August 12-15th in San Diego, California.  Covering all things FileMaker for Mac and iOS, interested developers can register by June 18 for an early bird discount.

HTC drops a few visual teasers for tomorrow's launch

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

HTC is doing a real good job at generating some hype and excitement leading into tomorrow's launch event in New York.  From the images above, which were shared on Twitter, @HTC. it seems to be focusing on new camera technology, earlier reported to be a multi-camera Ultrapixel set-up. There's also some hint to improved audio capabilities which are expected given HTC is heavy on the Beats trip. Then there's a foreshadowing of a chiseled metal enclosure. What else are we expecting, a new and improved HTC Sense overlay, a 4.7-inch 1080p HD display, 2GB of RAM and most likely a spanking new mobile processor. All will be revealed tomorrow.