Thursday, 1 September 2016

Xiaomi's new Mi Pay only works with one phone - CNET

The smartphone maker has launched a contactless payment system that supports public transportation and banks, but only in China for now.

Sony's new high-end audio range is nuts (hands-on) - CNET

Sony's Signature Series includes a gold Walkman and a headphone inspired by mathematics. CNET goes hands-on to see if they sound as weird as they look.

In the US, refugees find phones a basic necessity - CNET

For the 85,000 refugees who will resettle in the US this year, mobile phones have become as essential to their daily lives as a safe, clean place to live and a steady job.

Amazon Alexa's new home: Your PC? - CNET

Lenovo reveals it talked to Amazon about using Alexa in its computers, offering a hint on the voice assistant's next big expansion area.

Acer built a massive $5,000-plus gaming laptop because why not? - CNET

The Predator 21x isn't just a flagship product, it's Acer's bid to generate some excitement in a tough PC business.

Star Trek exhibit takes fans on a voyage through the iconic sci-fi universe - CNET

Gawk at Capt. Kirk's chair, scream like you've suffered the wrath of Khan, and get beamed up to the Enterprise at EMP Museum's ode to all things Star Trek.

ZTE shrinks the Axon 7 into the Axon 7 Mini - CNET

The Chinese company touts the audio capabilities of the phone, which is powered by Dolby Atmos stereo technology.