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New Android 4.2 tablets from Vodafone: Smart Tab III 10 and Smart Tab III 7
Lenovo ThinkCentre M93z all-in-one PC
Xplore RangerX: Rugged Android tablet
Cube TV kit turns your Android tablet into Android set-top box
Rokform RokBed v3 protective case for Samsung Galaxy S4

New Android 4.2 tablets from Vodafone: Smart Tab III 10 and Smart Tab III 7

Posted: 04 Sep 2013 06:49 AM PDT

You might remember Vodafone Smart Tab II tablets that were introduced in 2012, and if you're a fan of Vodafone's devices, you'll be pleased to hear that Vodafone plans to continue Vodafone Smart Tab line, and they are already working on two new models.

Vodafone Smart Tab III tablets will be produced by Lenovo, and as far as we know, there will be two models available. Smart Tab III 10 comes with 10-inch IPS display with 1280 x 800 pixels resolution, and it will use 1GHz MediaTek processor, although the number of CPU cores remains unknown. Additional features include 3G and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity. On the other hand, Smart Tab III 7 will use same hardware, and only difference is that Smart Tab III 7 will use 7-inch display. Regarding the hardware, both models will use Android 4.2 Jelly Bean right out of the box.

Vodafone Smart Tab III tablets sound like interesting devices, but we have no information regarding the availability or price.

[via Ubergizmo]

Lenovo ThinkCentre M93z all-in-one PC

Posted: 04 Sep 2013 05:22 AM PDT

All-in-one devices are great, especially if you want to save space, and if you're looking for all-in-one computer, you might be interested in latest model that comes from Lenovo.

Lenovo ThinkCentre M93z is a 23-inch all-in-one PC for business users, and it comes with high performance and sleek design. Regarding the hardware, this all-in-one device is powered by 4th gen Intel Core i7 Haswell processor, and it can also be equipped with AMD Redeon HD 1GB graphics card for improved multimedia performance. As for the 23-inch LED-backlit display, it comes with wide viewing angle, anti-glare and optional 10-point multitouch capability. In addition, Lenovo ThinkCentre M93z can be upgraded with SSHD hybrid drive for enhanced storage performance.

Lenovo ThinkCentre M93z is a decent all-in-one PC, and it offers high performance, and regarding the availability, there are touch and non-touch versions available, and they are priced at $1269 and $1029, respectively.

[via iTechNews]

Xplore RangerX: Rugged Android tablet

Posted: 04 Sep 2013 04:54 AM PDT

Xplore is maker of rugged tablets, and this company has announced their first rugged Android tablet, so let's have a closer look at it.

RangerX is a 10-inch rugged tablet, and it comes with IP65 rating for water and dust resistance, and MIL-STD 810G rating, so it can work in harsh conditions. Regarding the hardware, this device is powered by unnamed dual-core Cortex A9 processor, and it runs Android 4.0.4 operating system. RangerX uses 10.1-inch IPS multitouch display and 1366×768 resolution, it has 5 Megapixel camera on the back and a 1.2 Megapixel front-facing camera for video calls. Additional features include GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi 802.11n, RFID and NFC. Regarding the optional features, there's Gigabit Ethernet and HDMI-In connections as well as common access card (CAC).

If you’re looking for durable Android device, Xplore's RangerX is a decent rugged tablet, and as for the price, this device is priced at $1349.

[via iTechNews]

Cube TV kit turns your Android tablet into Android set-top box

Posted: 04 Sep 2013 04:09 AM PDT

Smart TVs are expensive, and turning your HDTV into smart TV with Android HDMI stick isn't the most affordable solution for some people. Luckily for you, today we have a device that could make this process a bit simpler.

If you already have an Android tablet, and you want to use Android on your TV, Cube TV kit might be just what you need. Cube TV kit includes wireless remote control and an adapter, and after you've connected your Android tablet to the HDTV via HDMI or Miracast, you can use the remote to control it remotely. One benefit of using Cube TV kit is that you don't have to purchase another Android device, and all your apps and files will be available to you as well.

Cube TV kit sounds great, especially if you want to use your tablet as an Android set-top box. As for the availability and pricing, no information is available at the moment.

[via Ubergizmo]

Rokform RokBed v3 protective case for Samsung Galaxy S4

Posted: 03 Sep 2013 09:04 AM PDT

Smartphones are fragile devices, and you can ruin them with a single drop, therefore, if you want to protect your smartphone, you might need a protective case, and if you're looking for a protective case for Samsung Galaxy S4, today's model might be just what you need.

Rokform has launched RokBed v3 protective case for Samsung Galaxy S4, and this case is made from high-impact polycarbonate, so it is able to sustain drops. In addition, this case comes with integrated anti-slip grip, so you won't be able to drop it by accident.

We have to mention that RokBed v3 protective case comes with integrated mounting system on the back, and there's also an easy-stick car mount, so you can mount this case on your car's dashboard. In addition, there's Magnet kit as well, so you can easily attach your Samsung Galaxy S4 to magnetic surfaces.