Image leak of the HTC One Max

HTC is set to release a big one and it might be called the HTC One Max—or what evLeaks claims to be the name of the “T6” device they just leaked. It certainly is one big device as it is rumored to carry a 5.9-inch 1080p display with a 2.3GHz Snapdragon 800 processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB internal storage, UltraPixel camera, dual-front speakers, and a 3300 mAh battery.

Microsoft swaps points for money on the Xbox

It’s almost here. Your transactions on the Xbox will soon make use of your local currency instead of Microsoft Points. After the next Xbox 360 system update arrives and you redeem a Points card or code or initiate a purchase, Microsoft will place into your account the amount of the currency equal to or greater than the marketplace value of your Points. You can then use these funds to make your purchase from your choice Xbox stores or even the Windows Phone Store on Windows Phone 8.

You can check your current Microsoft Points balance here. If you have more questions about this transition, you can check the Points FAQ page.

Google Play Books adds textbooks for purchase or rent

Google recently announced the availability of digital textbooks on its Google Play Books app that can either be bought or rented. If you opt to rent a book, it will be available to you for six months and you’ll save up to 80% off the regular purchasing price.

Google carries books from some of the well-known publishers including Random House, Pearson, Wiley, McGraw-Hill, and Macmillan Higher Education. The books can be viewed on any Android or iOS device with the Books app or on the Web. 

Translate like a pro with The Translator

If you travel constantly but don’t have a good grasp of the local language, The Translator app might just be what you need. It can turn written and spoken words into any of the available 58 languages and these can be easily sent via SMS, email, Twitter, or Facebook without leaving the app or you can easily copy the text to use it on other applications.

The Translator is available for download for the iPhone and iPad for $1.99.