The Nextbooks 1 through 7 may not have caused much of a ripple in the Android tablet market, but eFun is keeping at it, and has now rolled out its new Nextbook Premium 8 model. There’s still no Honeycomb to be found on this one (just Android 2.3), but you do get a slightly larger 8-inch capacitive screen, as well as a Rockchip RK2918 processor, 4GB of storage, a microSD card slot, and a 2 megapixel front-facing camera — plus Kobo’s eBook Store app preloaded (though there’s no mention of Android Market). Unfortunately, in a season when you can get a Kindle Fire or Lenovo IdeaPad A1 for $200, this one will set you back a comparatively hefty $300 — then again, it does have “Premium” in its name. Press release is after the break. Continue reading eFun announces $300 Nextbook Premium 8 Android tablet eFun announces $300 Nextbook Premium 8 Android tablet originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …3DS gets a Monster Hunter TriG paint job, makes the limited edition love Japan-only
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As Nintendo is wont to do, a new assortment of colorful 3DS handhelds will soon be flooding the market — in Japan. Yes, it’s time once again for that tried-and-true approach of treating gamers in the company’s homeland to special edition packs. This time out, it’s the release of Capcom’s Monster Hunter 3 (Tri) G that’ll ring in the above pictured red-on-white portable, in addition to Ninty’s recently unveiled slide pad add-on . Unfortunately, interested parties’ll have to choose between the 20,800 yen (about $271) game plus console bundle, or merely opt for the hardware-less 6,990 yen (about $91) peripheral and software option — both available on December 10th. If neither of the above has your inner Big N fanboy aflutter, you can always drop 15,000 yen (about $195) on that bland Ice White version slated for October 20th. Speak Japanese? Then hit up the source links below to parse through the official pressers. Continue reading 3DS gets a Monster Hunter TriG paint job, makes the limited edition love Japan-only 3DS gets a Monster Hunter TriG paint job, makes the limited edition love Japan-only originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:23:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Sleek, simple and elegant, the front pages noting Steve Jobs’s death were mostly reminiscent of the man they were memorializing.
Continue reading …In a testament to just how far Steve Jobs’ influence reached, notables from politicians to athletes to technology executives have issued statements on the Apple founder’s passing.
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Welcome to IRL , an ongoing feature where we talk about the gadgets, apps and toys we’re using in real life and take a second look at products that already got the formal review treatment. Now that we’ve gotten all the dirty details on the new iPhone, we Engadget editors have a few precious days to kick back, unwind and futz around on our aging gadgets before Google and Samsung team up to announce a certain something something next week. Until then, Darren’s traveling from Japan to San Francisco and back — most likely with his AirPort Express in tow, Joseph is rooting the snot out of his Nook Color and Brad’s just trying to keep up on podcasts while driving the kiddies around. Continue reading IRL: AirPort Express, Jabra Freeway and rooting the Nook Color IRL: AirPort Express, Jabra Freeway and rooting the Nook Color originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:08:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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As Apple unleashes the iPhone 4S on AT&T, Verizon and now Sprint, the biggest question on everyone’s mind is how much will the phone really cost? As the third US carrier to sell the iPhone, Sprint has confirmed it will offer the device with the same unlimited plans as the other handsets in its lineup — much to the relief of loyal customers hoping to make a belated switch to iOS. But we’re betting those of you willing to swap providers are just a little curious as to how the plans stack up. Fortunately, we’ve crunched the numbers for you, so all you need to do is meet us after the break for that bottom line. Continue reading How much will the iPhone 4S really cost on AT&T, Verizon and Sprint? How much will the iPhone 4S really cost on AT&T, Verizon and Sprint? originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
Continue reading …In the age of multilingual GPS devices, driver seat massages and cruise control navigation, it was only a matter of time before manufacturers developed drowsy driver alerts. That’s right – technology to tell you when you’re in danger in nodding off behind the wheel, bringing you back to full attention through dashboard icons and warning
Continue reading …Digital video game distribution finds brick and mortar camping, moves in for win
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Blame it on the economy, or simply chalk it up to a better way of earning revenue, but physical distributors of new video games are beginning to feel some major heat from the scrappy competition . While this mainstay segment still comprises the bulk of sales with $1.44 billion earned in the previous quarter, the combination of digital purchases, subscriptions, downloadable content, social network and mobile games — along with help from rentals and used purchases — now tops $1.74 billion dollars. This news comes from the NPD Group , and while we’re still scratching our heads at the logic of combining second-hand purchases with electronic distribution, it provides a strong indicator of consumers’ changing tastes and preferences (along with their willingness to spend). Does this industry titan simply need a new console or another Call of Duty to maintain supremacy? Perhaps a modest uptick in GDP? Or does this signal the changing of the guard for our favorite electronic pastime? There’s a full PR after the break, where you’re welcome to fire one off in the comments and let us know your take. [Image courtesy bradleyolin / flickr ] Continue reading Digital video game distribution finds brick and mortar camping, moves in for win Digital video game distribution finds brick and mortar camping, moves in for win originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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There are a lot of in-ear headphones out there these days, from the ones at the checkout line at the grocery store, to the ones that came with your iPod, to ones you’ll need to take out a second mortgage to get your ears on. And most of them will do a decent job of pumping sound into your ears. Shure ‘s SE215 earphones sit at that magical $99 price point — not for everyone, but highly tempting to those committed to splurging a bit to replace those awful ‘buds that arrived with their PMP of choice. So, how do these guys stack up against the immediate competition? Read on to find out what we heard. Continue reading Shure SE215 earphones review Shure SE215 earphones review originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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Steve Jobs was the man most often associated with Apple, but another Steve played a big part in the formation of the company, and Mr. Wozniak has some kind words about his friend and former business partner. Well said, Woz. Steve Wozniak on Steve Jobs originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink
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