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Xiaomi Mi MIX release date, specs: phone dazzles with premium design, low price
Although Xiaomi still hasn't officially entered the North American consumer market, the consistent influx of premium smartphones, specifically in the Asian market, is rapidly making some noise all over the world. Now the newest offering comes in the form of the Xiaomi Mi MIX.
'Mortal Kombat' reboot release date, news: upcoming film finds its director
While a lot of film adaptations of some of the most popular and best-selling books and novels achieved box office success, the same cannot be said about those films inspired by a video game title. But it is fair to say that such a trend could see some change in the upcoming months with the rumored development of a "Mortal Kombat" film adaptation.
'Watch Dogs 2' patch 1.04 news: first major update does not include multiplayer fix
When Ubisoft finally launched "Watch Dogs 2," players were disappointed to figure out that something was wrong with the multiplayer component, with reports of several game crashes and lags. So it was a natural thing for everyone who bought it to hope that a patch or update will be released soon after in order to fix those errors.
Microsoft Surface Pro 5 release date, specs: hybrid tablet may be announced at Mobile World Congress 2017
The Microsoft Surface Pro, which was first unveiled in 2013, has effectively revolutionized the way consumers are able to use a tablet device, thanks to capabilities and specs that are closely similar to a typical laptop computer. And with the imminent release of the fifth-generation Surface Pro, fans of the 2-in-1 detachable can't help but wonder about what to expect from the upcoming device.
'Underworld: Blood Wars' release date, spoilers: new characters, female director highlight upcoming film
The fifth installment in the popular action horror film franchise, "Underworld" is coming to theatres early next year, with actress Kate Beckinsale reprising her role as the vampire death dealer, Selene. And with so much at stake and a brewing war between the Vampires and Lycans, the sequel to the 2012 film, "Underworld: Awakening" promises more blood.
Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) release date, specs rumors: several appearances confirm smartphone's existence
Even though Samsung is widely known for its lineup of premium and high-end smartphone devices, the company actually makes a lot of money selling low to midrange products as well, including the Galaxy J series. The Samsung Galaxy J3 (2017) recently appeared in benchmarking and certification sites seemingly confirming its existence.
Huawei MediaPad M3 release date, specs: budget tablet made available in the US
Huawei is a popular and very much preferred brand in Asia and some parts of Europe when it comes to smartphones and tablets; but in the United States, it's a different story. But once in a while, the Chinese company throws in a device or two to test the waters. After releasing the 8.4-inch MediaPad M3 tablet in Europe last September, the same device makes its U.S. entrance through online retail giant Amazon.
'Hawaii Five-0' spoilers, cast news: Masi Oka's Dr. Max Bergman to leave show
One of the mainstays of the American police procedural television series, "Hawaii Five-0," will be making his final appearance in the 13th episode of the current season, bringing to an end a stint that started in the very first season of the remake of 1968 original series.
'Prison Break' season 5 air date, spoilers, news: expectations for upcoming miniseries
One of the most highly anticipated television events of next year is the return of Fox's "Prison Break," which is to be re-introduced as a mini-series with the network ordering nine episodes for Michael Scofield's (Wentworth Miller) return. For the past several months, the web has been filled with hundreds of rumors and that's a showcase of how popular the prison-themed drama is, even though it'll be making a return after seven years of hiatus.
'Ni No Kuni 2: Revenant Kingdom' release date, news: gameplay substantially better, new kingdom creation system
The upcoming role-playing video game, "Ni No Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom" was announced in December of last year, officially giving the first game of the would-be franchise, "Ni No Kuni" its sequel after three years. According to the most recent rumors, the new title will be substantially better in all aspects when compared to the original localized version.
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 release date, specs rumors: premium hardware and premium specs including 4K display
Even though Samsung's reputation was badly hurt by the chaos caused by the exploding batteries of its supposedly fancy Galaxy Note 7 phablet, the truth is there's no stopping the South Korean electronics giant in building another device wearing the same Note brand. The next in line is the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, and yes, there will be no exploding batteries this time.
New Orleans Pelicans trade rumors 2016: Boston Celtics would be good fit for Anthony Davis
The New Orleans Pelicans find themselves at the bottom of the Western Conference early in the season, but it's not really that surprising considering how much this franchise has been playing without a decent lineup. The team is bannered by Anthony Davis, a young big man who arguably will become the best player in the league once the LeBron James era ends sooner or later. But as history tells, basketball is not a one-man show.
2017 Volkswagen e-Golf specs, news: car manages 124 miles per charge
German automaker Volkswagen still has a long way to go before it can leave behind the embarrassment and build a better reputation after its diesel emissions controversy, and one way of doing that is taking on a new road to redemption through the investment in all-electric vehicles. After all, it certainly looks like the major automotive companies have gradually joined the bandwagon.
'Luke Cage' season 2 release date, spoilers, news: Luke Cage's stepbrother villain debuts
Of the three Marvel series showcased on Netflix, the one that made the most impact this year is "Luke Cage," which is actually kind of surprising because "Daredevil" and "Jessica Jones" were mostly favored in terms of advertising and hype. But after the first season, the show that stars Mike Colter in the titular role got the best reviews of the three, making it arguably the most intriguing prospect for next year.
Google Nexus 7 release date, specs rumors: launch of device expected 2017
Staying positive is easier said than done, especially when it comes to the hope that the new version of the popular Google Nexus 7 tablet device will finally be released before the end of this year. The sad truth is that there only is barely one month left before 2017 and that would mean that it has been two years without an updated version of arguably Google's most successful offering in this segment.
2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio release date, specs, price: first SUV branded as luxury
Italian car manufacturer Alfa Romeo has always been associated with sports cars and luxury sedans, but that is about to change with the unveiling of the 2018 Stelvio at the recent Los Angeles Auto Show.