Articles by Juan Martinez

Microsoft's phone business is dying, but everything else is booming

By Juan Martinez published 21 July 15

Microsoft's Surface line, its Office busines and even Bing are keeping the company at the top of the technology heap.

Acer Chromebook C740 review

By Juan Martinez published 20 July 15

Acer wants to master the education and budget laptop market. However, the Acer C740 is a bit too basic, even at a low price point.

Samsung continues to top Apple in smartphone sales

By Juan Martinez published 20 July 15

As Apple prepares its next-generation iPhone, Samsung maintains its global sales lead.

PC shipments tank in Europe, Middle East and Asia

By Juan Martinez published 17 July 15

Laptops and desktops are giving way to smartphones, tablets and hybrids, according to recent trend data.

Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 15 review

By Juan Martinez published 13 July 15

Lenovo helped pioneer the hybrid laptop industry. But is the market ready for a 15.6-inch, business-class convertible?

HP unveils a limited edition Windows 10 version of the EliteBook Folio 1020

By Juan Martinez published 13 July 15

HP has upgraded its successful business laptop by including Windows 10 and Bang & Olufsen speakers.

The superlight Asus Zenpad S 8.0 finally arrives on US soil

By Juan Martinez published 10 July 15

The Android-based tablet debuted at Best Buy today. Does it have the gusto to compete with the iPad Mini and Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4?

Salesforce survey states obvious: technology makes sales easier

By Juan Martinez published 9 July 15

Organizations that don't invest in technologies like mobile hardware, applications and wearables are falling behind competitors.

HP Pro Slate 12 review

By Juan Martinez published 6 July 15

Administrative assistants and illustrators will love the HP Pro Slate 12, but does this tablet have any mass appeal?

Lenovo LaVie Z review

By Juan Martinez published 26 June 15

Updated When Lenovo unveiled the LaVie Z in January, it set a record for the lightest laptop on Earth. But is what's under the hood worth your attention?

Most businesses plan to upgrade to Windows 10, but not for the touch features

By Juan Martinez published 24 June 15

Windows 10 will be overwhelmingly popular after it goes live on July 29. But it won't eat into iOS's popularity on tablets and phones.

Acer's Chromebase all-in-one touchscreen desktop is now available

By Juan Martinez published 22 June 15

If you love Chrome, but don't want a laptop, then the Chromebase is right up your alley.

HP's new 8-inch Windows 10 tablet rocks a USB-C port

By Juan Martinez published 18 June 15

HP has upgraded its enterprise tablet lineup with a super slim, 4:3 slate.

Hands on: Toshiba Satellite C review

By Juan Martinez published 18 June 15

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You can probably find a better laptop in its price range, but the Toshiba Satellite C is priced right for the education market.

Hands on: Toshiba Satellite L review

By Juan Martinez published 18 June 15

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If you're hard up for cash, but need a laptop for the upcoming school year, this might be the one for you.

Cortana on Windows 10 Mobile will scan your email for travel notifications

By Juan Martinez published 16 June 15

Microsoft recently unveiled a bunch of updates to Windows 10 Mobile, including a better camera app and a creepier Cortana.

HP has turned Sprout's camera into an incredible 3D scanner

By Juan Martinez published 11 June 15

Want to dust off that 3D printer? Now you can turn any object shorter than 8-inches (20cm) into a full 3D image.

9 things you might not know about the Microsoft Surface Hub

By Juan Martinez published 10 June 15

In Depth Did you know the Surface Hub is the ideal machine for group Pictionary matches? Well, now you do!

Microsoft finally reveals pricing for the 84- and 55-inch Surface Hub

By Juan Martinez published 10 June 15

If you're interested in purchasing a Surface Hub for your office, you'll want to start selling off family members today.

Apple's new Maps features are a victory for small businesses

By Juan Martinez published 8 June 15

WWDC 2015 Apple Maps isn't as good as Google Maps. But those of you who run a business know it's still an incredibly valuable tool.

Acer TravelMate P645 (2015) review

By Juan Martinez published 1 June 15

Acer wants the traveling executive to have plenty of power throughout the day. But they forgot to add the fun.

Google has created the most secure microSD card ever

By Juan Martinez published 29 May 15

Google IO Google dubbed Vault, its new microSD card, a 'safe' for your mobile data.

Lenovo Yoga 3 14 review

By Juan Martinez published 27 May 15

The Lenovo Yoga 3 14 is a versatile laptop that looks good on any desk space. But does it have enough under the hood to compete with other hybrids?

Try 'Office' outside the office with latest Windows 10 Mobile build

By Juan Martinez published 14 May 15

You can now access Windows Store and Office on some Lumias and the HTC One (M8) for Windows.

Lenovo ThinkPad X250 review

By Juan Martinez published 13 May 15

Lenovo has compromised too much to build the ThinkPad X250, which straddles the line between enterprise-class mobile workstations and consumer-friendly Ultrabooks.