With its 5.6mm body, Umeox X5 steals the “world’s thinnest smartphone” title from Huawei Ascend P6

Just when we’ve told you that Huawei Ascend P6 is the world’s thinnest smartphone in the world a new device appeared to steal that title from the Chinese company. It’s Umeox X5 which will be available in few European countries (including France) during the summer.

However, it’s important to add that this phone isn’t as solidly built as Huawei’s baby, though it’s decent nonetheless. The X5 has a 5.3-inch screen with most likely 720p HD resolution, dual-core processor, 8-megapixel camera on the back and 3-megapixel front-facing camera, while Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean is running the show right from the get-go. And the most important part – it has a 5.6mm-thin body which is 0.5mm thinner than the Huawei Ascend P6.

We’re still not sure how much this phone will cost but if you’re looking for a thin device, we say go for the Ascend P6. It’s much better phone with better software, aluminum body and it comes from a more reputable company that will likely stay in the business for the years to come…

Samsung unveils world’s thinnest Windows tablet

ATIV Tab 3 one of two new tablet devices unveiled by the manufacturer during star studded launch event in London yesterday evening (June 20)

Samsung has added two new tablet devices to its portfolio, unveiling the ATIV Tab 3 and ATIV Q in London’s Earls Court venue last night.

The ATIV Tab 3 (pictured in white) is Samsung’s first tablet to run on Microsoft’s Windows 8 operating system – and is said to be the world’s thinnest at just 8.2mm, and weighing 550g.

The device features a 10.1 inch HD screen (1366×768), 64GB memory, 10 hour battery and comes preloaded with Microsoft’s  Office Home & Student software. 

The ATIV Q, includes the world’s highest resolution screen (3200×1800) and can run on either Windows 8 or the latest Android operating system, Jellybean 4.2.2.

Features include a larger 13.3 inn screen, 13.9mm thick, 1.29HG weight, 128GB memory, up to nine hours battery, and Intel HD Graphics. 

Each devices includes a full QWERTY bluetooth keyboard, which adjusts depending on your needs and usage. Samsung said the devices have been designed to accommodate different user needs, such as the inclusion of a hinge to help recreate the feel of a laptop when typing. There is also a ‘stand mode’ for when watching movies. 

In addition, Samsung has launched a new product called SideSync, which enables users to control their device, including responding to texts and emails and view photos taken from their handset, from their computer.

Both device will be available before the end of the year. Pricing details and launch partners have yet to be confirmed. 

Samsung Electronics VP of IT and mobile division for the UK and Ireland Simon Stanford said: “We’re committed to offering our customers choice and convenience in personal computing, and the convertible nature of both these new tablets delivers the freedom and versatility our customers demand.

“These innovative devices have been designed with busy people in mind, and the adaptability they offer is better suited to busy lives than any tablet on the market.”

The event concluded with a live performance from British female singer Emeli Sandé.