Linksys introduces fastest Smart Wi-Fi router

Linksys has introduced its new top model for its Smart Wi-Fi router line: the Smart Wi-Fi AC1900 (EA6900) router. These extremely fast router can offer speeds of up to 600 Mbps on Wireless-N and up to 1300 Mbps on Wireless-AC. And making use of the latest 802.11ac and beamforming technologies, you get better network range and Wi-Fi speeds.

The Smart Wi-Fi Router is powered by an 800Mhz dual-core processor and features USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet ports. It has three removable dipole antennae for more flexibility. Suggested retail price is at $249.99 and will be available in October.

HP unveils lounge-friendly Envy Recline

HP sets out to redefine your all-in-one PC use with the Envy Recline 23 and 27. With its unique hinge, it can be repositioned to move below the table and closer to your lap for a supposed more natural touch navigation position or be put up right for its more traditional use. Both models feature immersive 10-point Full HD IPS touchscreens and run on fourth generation Intel Core i series processors and NVIDIA graphics. The Envy Recline 27 comes with Near Field Communication (NFC) tech. A Beats Edition of the Envy Recline 23 will also be made available.

The Envy Recline 23 with Core i7 processor, 8GB memory, and two-year limited warranty will go on sale this September for a starting price of $1,349 over at HP Shopping and other configurations will be available at select retail stores late this month starting at $999. The Beats edition with Core i5 processor, 8GB of memory, and two year warranty will be available this November at HP Shopping for $1,249. Configurations carried by select retail stores will start at $1,099 and be available this fall as well. The Envy Recline 27 is available this month at a starting price of $1,399.

Lenovo introduces new multimode devices: Yoga 2 Pro, ThinkPad Yoga, and Flex laptops and desktop

Whether you call them hybrid or multimode, as Lenovo dubs these devices, there are a few new models out from the Chinese brand for those who require different functions from a single device. There’s the Yoga successor, the Yoga 2 Pro; ThinkPad Yoga; Flex 14- and 15-inch laptops; and Flex 20 all-in-one.

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Smart watch war has begun!

While the Sony Smart Watch 2’s debut a few months ago or the Pebble watch should’ve ushered in the trend, it wasn’t until Samsung’s Galaxy Gear entered the smart watch arena that we’re sure the age of smart watches are upon us, even Qualcomm’s putting in its own entry. 

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