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The Minisforum UM790 Pro with AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS is on sale. It’s the barebone variant that's currently $439.99 on Amazon. Besides featuring a capable Radeon 780M iGPU, the mini PC has USB4 ports, allowing you to get a better gaming performance when hooked to an eGPU.

Shargeek touts the Starship Seer as the ideal on-the-go accessory for the smartphone power user, as it functions as a travel clock as well as a 10,000mAh power bank thanks to its inbuilt status display. Now, the transparent-chic multi-use accessory is seeing its final sale at a 63% discount.

The Nord CE4 is OnePlus' most affordable 2024 smartphone for the international market thus far. Its latest version of OxygenOS 14 has unlocked AI Eraser for its 50MP main cameras. It is rated to leverage the device's on-trend Qualcomm silicon in order to remove unwanted objects from the CE4's photos in a 'smart' manner.

RayNeo has partnered with SEI Robotics to present the Pocket TV: a new way to get Google TV apps and services on the former brand's virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) glasses. The portable device also doubles as a power bank and even external storage for Air- or X-series headsets, and also sports remote control-like buttons.

PVY asserts that its latest e-bike is so stylish and "modern" that it seamlessly hides a second battery in its "lightweight" frame. Its up-to-750W motor is rated to get up to 200 kilometers (~124 miles) of range under certain conditions, and to support effortless acceleration with a torque sensor. The Z20 MAX has been released with an introductory discount on its ~$1,200 price.

While Mercedes beat Tesla in Level 3 autonomous driving approval in the US, FSD is king for actual everyday driving, according to a new test putting it against the Mercedes Driver Assistance service.

Ford is reconsidering its commitment to an all-EV line-up in Europe by 2030, seemingly due to cooling EV demand, likely pushing back electrification to the European Union's 2035 cut-off instead. A company executive also said that it “will not sell at huge losses just to buy compliance,” opting instead to pull ICE sales if EV sales aren't competitive.

Anker is now selling the Power Bank (20K, 87W, Built-in USB-C Cable) at its Amazon storefronts in countries worldwide. The accessory was rumored earlier this year, but it was unclear how much it would cost. Features include an integrated display and two USB ports alongside the USB-C cable.

Thanks to the Galaxy S24 smartphones, Samsung has reportedly enjoyed a strong Q1 2024 in the US with the company gaining market share. On the other hand, Apple, which had the most smartphone market share stateside in Q1 2024, failed to register a YoY increase.

Xiaomi has launched a new smart home gadget, the Smart Door Lock 2 Finger Vein Version. The product builds on the original model, with finger vein imaging offered as a more accurate biometric unlocking tool. Other features include NFC recognition and HyperOS smart home integration.

Tesla's Supercharger team now also has to deal with a lot of cable theft and vandalism. Just the stations' upkeep costs Tesla more than the $500 million it will spend on the expansion of its charging network this year, says Elon Musk.

ASUS has offered another peak at the next ROG Ally. Not arriving as the ROG Ally 2 or ROG Ally 2024, the newer model will feature several changes from the current ROG Ally, including but not limited to a new battery and a re-positioned SD card.

Toshiba has launched a new Mini LED 4K TV in China: the Z700NF. The model is available in sizes ranging from 65-inch to 100-inch, with each display said to have a 144Hz refresh rate. Other features include built-in speakers, a gaming mode, Dolby Vision IQ and IMAX Enhanced support.

Motorola has revealed the fourth generation in its Moto G Stylus series. Available later this month, the Moto G Stylus 5G 2024 offers a modernised design compared to its predecessor, along with an improved display. The new Moto G Stylus also still has an integrated stylus, plus a 50 MP camera that supports OIS.

Xiaomi has revealed a new Wi-Fi 7 router in China: the BE5000. The model features five antennas, with the company claiming it has a particularly high data transfer rate. Support for mesh systems, a game accelerator, and HyperOS Connect for smart home integration are also included.

The ENGWE X20 SE has appeared in product listings online, though the brand has not officially announced it. The supposed new model is listed as having a smaller battery pack than the original X20, making it cheaper. Other features of the folding e-bike include a triple suspension system and 4-inch thick tires.

Officially announced last month, the AOKZOE A2 Ultra got its pricing revealed. The base variant of the gaming handheld with Intel Core Ultra 5 125H is priced at CNY 4,999 (around $692), while the Core Ultra 7 155H model starts at CNY 6,399 (around $886).

The Mix Fold 4 is not only reportedly lighter and waterproof, but also has a supposedly thinner body than the current record holders, the Honor Magic V2 and Vivo X Fold 3, and is expected to be launched in the third quarter of 2024. The Mix Flip is also on the Chinese company's release schedule, and both are likely to have similar camera specs, according to recent leaks.

The Meebook M103 is a new e-reader, or rather a new tablet with an e-ink screen. The model allows for the installation of programs and also comes with a stylus designed for particularly precise input.

The Banana Pi BPI-F3 is a new single-board computer that is now available. The system can be seen as a (strong) alternative to the Raspberry Pi and comes in two model variants.

The iReader Smart X3 Pro is a new and large e-reader or tablet that also comes with a stylus for precise operation, allowing for efficient note taking or detailed sketching.

The BW300 is a new surveillance camera from Xiaomi now available for international buyers. The camera is suitable for outdoor use and comes with a rechargeable battery, allowing for the set up of a completely wireless system.

BenQ has announced three new and unusual monitors, starting with a 28-inch monitor in 3:2 format, which is rarely found in desktop monitors. The 24-inch monitor in 16:10 format and the 32-inch top model also support a dedicated coding mode.

The Apple iPhone and iPad are set to receive numerous AI features in a few months, bringing Apple up to speed with Google and Microsoft. Contrary to expectations, the more advanced functions will not be processed directly on the end device, but rather via an Apple M2 Ultra in Apple's servers.

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa has confirmed some more details about the successor to the Nintendo Switch to Nintendo investors, following the announcement that the next-generation hybrid console is set to be unveiled during the current fiscal year.

With no less than five years in the top spot of the global gaming monitor market, of which it currently holds almost 21 percent, Samsung has also managed to get in control of nearly 35 percent of the global OLED monitor market (based on total revenue) in just one year after entering it with the 34-inch Odyssey OLED G8 (G85SB).

Fujifilm has officially revealed the leaked X-T50 film simulation dial in a new teaser for the May 16 X Summit. Along with the new X-Mount camera, Fujifilm also teased the arrival of a new GFX camera — likely the Fujifilm GFX100S II.

The Philips Screeneo UL5 is a new ultra short throw projector launching soon. The device is said to feature a triple laser light source for up to 550 ANSI lumens brightness and can throw images up to 120 inches (~300 cm) wide. Other features include auto-focus and an Android-based operating system.

Released earlier today, the Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.44 update package brings tweaks for Homeworld 3 and Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut (both not launched yet), as well as one-click optimal settings for Content Warning, Manor Lords, No Rest for the Wicked, Gray Zone Warfare, and Outpost: Infinity Siege.

Arrow Lake, Intel’s answer to AMD’s upcoming Zen 5 CPUs, reportedly brings K, non-K, and F series SKUs like its forerunners. In total, there could be 8 different CPUs in the 125 W and the 65 W TDP departments.

The 9th Generation iPad (2021), which still retains the older body style with the Home button, has been cut by $100, a 24% discount. This is close to its all-time lowest price. The iPad 10 is also available on Amazon at its new price of $349, which matches its lowest price ever.

Initially unveiled at CES 2024, the Minisforum S100 has now been fully unveiled. With a launch price of $189, it brings an Intel N100 from the Alder Lake-N lineup in a chassis that you can fit in your pocket. What’s more interesting is that you can power the PC through the Ethernet port.

The Hisense U6NQ Mini LED 4K TV has been listed at European retailers, revealing the price of the upcoming 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch and 75-inch models. There are sizing and operating system differences compared to the US version of the new TV, the U6N, which was launched earlier this year. 

Samsung has lifted the lid on the Galaxy F55 ahead of its full release. Landing in just over a week, the Galaxy F55 is expected to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, among other mid-range components.

The Razr 40 Ultra is nearing its first anniversary. Unsurprisingly, more evidence of the Motorola Razr 50 Ultra has appeared online, including its alleged launch pricing, colours and memory options.

Sennheiser has expanded its ACCENTUM series with a pair of true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds. Available in three colours and across multiple markets, the ACCENTUM True Wireless has 7 mm dynamic transducers, with support also provided for Bluetooth LC3 and Qualcomm aptX codecs, among other features.

Vivo may be turning to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 once again for one of its next flagships. Reportedly, the device will arrive as the iQOO Neo 9s Pro Plus, possibly shortly after Vivo releases the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 Plus-powered iQOO Neo 9s Pro.

The big Tesla FSD 12.4 update would start rolling out next week, and with it comes a big change in alertness checks. Tesla is also now working on boutique autonomous driving scenarios for the next FSD updates.

Google is rolling out a new update for Pixel devices from the Pixel 5a onwards. Also available for the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet, the new update is said to offer Bluetooth LE audio and camera performance improvements for multiple devices.

Xiaomi is likely still five months away from releasing its Xiaomi 15 and Xiaomi 15 Pro flagships. Nonetheless, various leakers claim to have obtained pre-release information about both devices relating to their designs, displays and cameras.

Realme has joined the likes of Motorola and Xiaomi by presenting its first smartphone powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. Paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 flash storage, the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 also works with a 5,500 mAh battery and 120 W wired charging, as well as a curved 120 Hz AMOLED display that outputs at 2,780 x 1,264 pixels.

It seems that Anbernic has the Powkiddy RGB30 and ZPG A1 Unicorn in its sights. While the company has only recently presented the RG35XX SP, it seems that the Anbernic RG Cube could be on the verge of becoming official, too.

Sony is due to unveil a new set of Xperia smartphones next week. In the meantime, a leaker has detailed the cameras that could underpin the Xperia 1 VI, which bear some similarities with the cheaper Xperia 10 VI.

Epic Games is refreshing its weekly store giveaway. In the last week, the storefront has been offering Cat Quest II and Orcs Must Die! 3 for free. This time, it has decided to reduce Circus Electrique from $19.99 to $0.00, which joins over $100 worth of in-game items for Firestone: Online Idle RPG.

The team behind the first human trial of Elon Musk's Neuralink BCI has shared news about its progress. 'I’m beating my friends in games that as a quadriplegic I should not be beating them in,' says the Prime study participant.

Sharp, a manufacturer that is probably anything but unknown in this country, has unveiled a new smartphone, the Aquos wish4. It is set to launch at a relatively low price and is advertised with a particularly reinforced display, which should also be able to withstand drops.

New Geekbench listings of the Apple M4 have shown up online. Its CPU is remarkably faster than its predecessors in single-core performance and its GPU punches above its weight class, too.

I’m Back GmbH has launched the Yashica – I’m Back micro mirrorless camera on Kickstarter. The camera, also known as MiMi, is smaller than a 3 x 5 inch photo print and will ships in kits that include a mini-lens. A optional C-mount lens adapter enables compatibility with common SLR lenses.

It was recently confirmed that the Asus ROG Ally 2024 will come later this year as a refresh of the popular handheld Windows gaming PC. Now, it seems as though Asus has sneakily teased the ROG Ally 2024 — in black, no less — in a throwaway birthday celebration post on social media.

Minisforum has introduced the AtomMan X7 Ti, a high-end mini PC sporting Intel's Core Ultra 9 processor and a 4-inch touchscreen display. With commendable specifications including a 16-core CPU, 8-core Arc Iris Xe iGPU, and extensive connectivity options including OCUlink for eGPU support, the X7 Ti targets a diverse user base.