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Chromebook Reviews, Specs: Google, Samsung Release Laptop with $249 Price Tag, No Netflix Streaming

Google and Samsung are just the latest of many companies racing to shrink their tablets, computers, and tablet-computers all in the name of portability, relying on cloud-based storage to save space.The tech companies' new laptop, the Chromebook, which Samsung and Google announced Oct. 17, takes this idea to new heights.

Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson Stronger Than Ever With PDA in New Video, Photos; Why Fans Support 'Robsten'

Rumors seem to say that Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart aren't really together, but photos and video show proof that they are.

'Cloud Atlas' Movie: As Risky As 'Inception' says Tom Hanks, Once in a Lifetime Role, Says Halle Berry (Trailer)

Many doubted David Mitchell's complex novel, "Cloud Atlas," could ever be adapted to the screen -- and that includes Mitchell himself.

'Breaking Dawn Part 2' New Video, Photos Show Behind-the-Scene Footage, Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Cast Interviews [SEE NOW]

"Twilight" fans are in high spirits as they get a sneak peek of filming and what their favorite cast members dish about "Breaking Dawn Part 2."

Apple iPad Mini Release Date Soon, Best Buy Preps Insignia Flex Tablet, Price to Compete with Amazon Kindle Fire HD, Google Nexus 7

While many expected Wal-Mart would be the next retail chain to break into the tablet game after the company dropped Amazon's Kindle Fire tablets from its stores, it looks like Best Buy has beaten them to the punch. The electronics giant will release its first tablet, the 9.7-inch Insignia Flex, exclusively through its stores on Nov. 11, according to Reuters.

Windows Phone 8 Features, Release Date: Pricing for T-Mobile Nokia Lumia 810, HTC Phone 8X, Verizon Trouble, Microsoft vs Google Battle

Microsoft will announce their new Windows Phone 8 software at an event on Oct. 29. With all the excitement about Windows 8, new details emerged about pricing and the Windows Phone 8 lineup.

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Movie Casting Madness: Fans Frustrated With Lack of 'Real' News, Losing Interest; E.L. James, Producers to Blame?

Fans are still shouting out who they want to play the lead roles of Anastasia Steele and Christian Grey in the upcoming "Fifty Shades" movie. But to some, all the polls and discussions of "fake" news is getting pretty old.

$99 Google Nexus 7 Tablet Release Date by End of Year, Undercutting Apple IPad Mini, Amazon Kindle Fire Price

Google's Nexus 7 tablet is the bestselling Android tablet ever, according to the Telegraph; so, it should come as no surprise the company is widely expected to be readying a $99 version of the popular device for release by the end of 2012.

'Argo' Ben Affleck May Direct Film Adaption of 'Live by Night' by Dennis Lehane

The author of "Gone, Baby, Gone" may have found his lead actor for the film adaption of "Live by Night."

Sandusky 'Victim 1' Reveals Identity, Horror of Child Sex Abuse in Tell All Book 'Silent No More'

"Victim 1" is no longer a victim. His name is Aaron Fisher, and he's ready to tell his side of the story.

'American Vampires: Their True Bloody History' Author Bob Curran Says Vampires are Everywhere, Real, Alive, Not Like 'Twilight' or 'True Blood'

Have you ever thought vampires were actually living among you, and not just on-screen? According to a new book, these creatures are real and in places where you live and do your daily activities.

'Cyndi Lauper: A Memoir' Reveals Troubled Childhood, Sexual Assault, Abortion, LBGT Support, 'True Colors'

Cyndi Lauper recently published her new book, "Cyndi Lauper: A Memoir," which reveals many aspects of her life including assaults and a troubled childhood.

Johnny Depp Launches New Book Imprint 'Infinitum Nihil;' Will Publish Tell-All Bob Dylan Book

Johnny Depp now has his own imprint in publishing because he doesn't only love to act, but he also loves literature.

James Patterson Already Pursuing Tyler Perry for 'Alex Cross' Sequel, 'Double Crossed' (Trailer)

For a a man that takes his work so seriously, Patterson's latest movie contains an oddball choice for the leading role as detective Alex Cross: Tyler Perry.

Lumia 920 Specs, Release Date, AT&T Details: Nokia Windows Phone 8 Has Higher Demand vs iPhone 5 in Europe

There is no question that Nokia's Lumia 920 is a highly anticipated phone. This shows by AT&T providing the Windows 8 phone exclusively. However, new reports say that the U.S. carrier will only have those rights for six months after the launch.

Forget about Presidential Polls, Lil Wayne's Memoir, 'Gone Til November,' Has a Release Date

We've got a more pressing question than who's winning in the presidential polls right now: Will Lil Wayne win next year's National Book Award?

Microsoft Surface Tablet Specs, Price: Company Defends Low Resolution, Does Google's Nexus 10 Have the Trump Card?

With Microsoft set to unveil its first tablet venture, the Surface, on Oct. 25 the company is finally promoting the device, trying to stoke user excitement. There's one thing Microsoft likely isn't advertising, though: The Surface's inferior resolution.

'Fifty Shades of Grey' Movie Casting: 'Supernatural' Jared Padalecki to Play Christian Grey?

Another contender has been added to long list of stars that could play the sexy 27-year-old billionaire Christian Grey. His name is Jared Padalecki.

Will Google Nexus 10, LG Nexus 4 Smartphone, 32GB Nexus 7 Release Date, Features Overshadow Microsoft's Surface Tablet, Apple's iPad Mini?

As the holiday shopping season creeps closer, all signs point to an overwhelming amount of tablets and smartphones hitting the market in the coming weeks. Apple is widely expected to announce its new 7-inch iPad Mini at an event Oct. 23. Microsoft is anticipated to unveil its first tablet, the Surface, along with Windows 8 on Oct. 25. And Google will release its new Nexus 10 tablet and Nexus 4 smartphone on Oct. 29, if a report from Phandroid is accurate.

Galaxy Note 2 Release Date, Specs, Sprint: Why New HTC J Butterfly Competes vs Samsung With Fast Processor, Waterproof

Samsung's Galaxy Note 2 is coming out in a few days for Sprint, Oct. 25 to be exact. Despite a lot of buzz for the new "phablet," another smartphone is coming to compete: the HTC J Butterfly.

iPad Mini Specs, Price: Release Date Confirmed Nov. 2? Leaked Pics Show Bigger Battery, Will 'Cannibalize' Apple iPad Sales, Says Analyst

Tuesday Oct. 16 Apple sent out press invites to a mysterious event Oct. 23, likely to unveil its new smaller iPad, and if a report today is accurate the company will release the iPad Mini on Nov. 2 in the U.S. and U.K.

'Breaking Dawn Part 2' Cast: 4 'Twilight' Reboot Possibilities Include Wolf Pack, New Vampires, Jacob and Renesmee, But Will it Succeed?

Fans are sad that "Twilight" is coming to an end on Nov. 16. However, they might not have to miss their favorite characters for too long because there are rumors are a reboot coming sooner than later.

Kate Gosselin Fired From Blogging at CouponCabin: Tell All Book Drawing Bad Publicity, ‘Demanding, Abrasive Personality,’ Say Sources

A little lipstick can pretty up a bulldog, but it's still a bulldog. Such is the evolving public perception of Kate Gosselin.

Microsoft Surface Release Date: 'Free' Xbox Music Streaming Service Not As 'Free' As Company Suggests; Can it Out Cool Apple, Amazon, Google Devices?

Microsoft announced a new free music streaming service, Xbox Music, Oct. 16. There's just one big problem: The claim Xbox Music is "free" is a lie.

Hilary Mantel, J.K. Rowling Bash ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ by E.L. James

Not everyone is cozying up to "Fifty Shades." In fact, authors like Hillary Mantel, and J.K. Rowling find the success of the James' novels down right funny.

'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' Movie: New Photos of Cast, Victory Tour Stage; Elizabeth Banks Confirms 'Mockingjay' Details

More exciting news surfaced for the highly anticipated second film in the "Hunger Games" trilogy.

Who Won the Debate, Romney, Obama? Political, Presidential Authors Weigh In (Poll)

After a lackluster performance in the first presidential debate, all eyes were on President Obama last night, looking for him begin a new narrative and go on the offensive, or once again wilt under Romney's bright, confident sound bites. But just who came out the winner?

LG Optimus G Release Date, Review: New Android Smartphone Poses Huge Threat vs Samsung Galaxy S3

There are many new smartphones already out and on its way this holiday season. There are many new smartphones already out and on its way this holiday season.

iPad Mini Release Date, Price Could Spell Trouble for Microsoft Surface Tablets; Apple to Sell 24 Versions?

Apple may be planning to sell the 8GB entry-level model of its new "iPad Mini" for $322, undercutting the starting price for Microsoft's Surface tablet by more than $100.

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