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Nov 27
Garmin’s Instinct 2 smartwatch (pictured) is receiving beta version 17.08. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new beta update for older mid-range smartwatches

The Garmin beta version 17.08 update is now rolling out to some of the brand’s smartwatches. It brings a range of improvements and bug fixes to the Instinct 2, Instinct 2X and Instinct Crossover wearables. However, it is worth noting that there appears to be an error in the associated forum post.
Polly Allcock, 27 Nov 2025 16:02
The HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 (model 14-fk0033dx) is equipped with a 5-megapixel webcam with IR and a privacy shutter (Image source: HP)

Deal | HP OmniBook X Flip 14 convertible with Ryzen AI 7 350 and 24 GB RAM discounted below $620

HP's OmniBook X Flip 14 comes with a 14-inch IPS touch panel, an AMD Krackan Point processor, 24 GB of soldered RAM, and a 1 TB SSD. Complementing the package are Wi-Fi 6E support and a USB4 port with DisplayPort 2.1 Alt mode.
Tudor Cibean, 27 Nov 2025 15:59
The 2026 Model Y eligible for a free FSD trial. (Image source: Tesla)

Tesla gives free FSD holiday gift to all but HW3 vehicles

Tesla needs all the self-driving miles it can accumulate in order to make its FSD system better and safer. It has now found a way to urge owners of its newer vehicles that sport a Hardware 4.0 set of computer and cameras to try it.
Daniel Zlatev, 27 Nov 2025 15:36
From left to right (pictured), Garmin Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar, Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Sapphire Solar, Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar, and the Garmin Fenix 7 Pro Sapphire Solar (47 mm). (Image source: Garmin - edited)

Deal | Multiple high-end Garmin Fenix 7 and 7X Pro smartwatches hit lowest-ever prices on Amazon for Black Friday

Garmin’s premium Fenix 7 family is seeing huge price drops on Amazon, with the Fenix 7 Sapphire Solar (Renewed) and three Fenix 7 Pro and 7X Pro models at their lowest recorded prices. You get up to 51% off flagship multisport GPS watches with solar and sapphire options.
Anubhav Sharma, 27 Nov 2025 15:23
Tom's 2015 Tesla Model S 70D has clocked over 121,000 km or 75,000 miles. (Image source: Ludicrous Feed via YouTube)

Tesla Model S retains 88% battery health after 10 years and 75,000 miles on the clock with minimal servicing

Tom, host of the EV-focussed YouTube channel Ludicrous Feed, recently uploaded a video detailing his experience of owning a 2015 Tesla Model S 70D for over a decade. With 75,000 miles, or 121,000 km on the clock, the Model S has managed to retain an impressive 88.1% of its battery capacity.
Sambit Saha, 27 Nov 2025 15:02
The device pictured is said to be the Moto G Power (2026), not the next Moto G Stylus. (Image source: via XpertPick)

Motorola to release new Moto G Power soon with fresh colour options rumoured

Motorola could be replacing the Moto G Power soon with a successor. While a year could separate the pair, the Moto G Power (2026) closely resembles its predecessor following allegedly misplaced recent leaks about a new Moto G Stylus.
Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2025 14:37
The Samsung Galaxy A36 launched in the spring with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chipset and up to 12 GB of RAM. (Image source: Samsung)

Saddled with outdated Samsung Exynos silicon: Galaxy A37 surfaces in early benchmark before rumoured spring 2026 launch

An early sighting of an unreleased Galaxy A series smartphone has appeared. Possibly the Galaxy A37, a benchmark leak indicates that Samsung plans to use an older Exynos chipset last seen almost two years ago.
Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2025 14:22
16-inch Lenovo Legion Pro 7i OLED gaming laptop on desk (Image source: Allen Ngo)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Pro 7i OLED gaming laptop with Core Ultra 9 and RTX 5090 sees huge $1600+ discount

Black Friday has brought one of the more enticing laptop deals on the 16-inch Legion Pro 7i Gen 10. Normally, the combination of this Arrow Lake processor and RTX 5090 sells for well more than $3000. The current discount brings this beefy but potent OLED gaming laptop to $2855.
Adam Corsetti, 27 Nov 2025 14:11
Stable HyperOS 3 update will soon be available for the Xiaomi 13 series. Pictured: Xiaomi 13 with HyperOS 3 cover photo. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi readies Android 16-based stable HyperOS 3 update for two global phones from 2022

The stable HyperOS 3 rollout is progressing at its usual pace, and almost all the global devices from the first batch have received the Android 16 update. Now, the Xiaomi 13 series, which debuted in 2022, has entered internal testing.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Nov 2025 14:04
The Epic Games Store is giving away a single title worth $14.99 this week, logo pictured. (Image source: Epic Games Store)

Deal | Award winner: Epic Games Store free PC giveaway lands with Very Positive Steam rating

The Epic Games Store is now giving away a new game on PC. An award winner for its art style and storytelling, the game also maintains an 80/100 average on Metacritic and a Very Positive Steam rating. Epic Games will be running its latest discount until December 4, after which Universe for Sale will return to $14.99 MSRP.
Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2025 14:02
The Magic 8 Ultra is expected to depart from the Magic 8 Pro in several areas. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Honor Magic 8 Ultra to surpass flagships like iPhone 17 Pro Max, Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Pixel 10 Pro XL with monstrous charging capabilities

The Magic 8 Ultra has been spotted sporting a massive charging upgrade on recent Honor flagships. Easily surpassing the iPhone 17 Pro Max, Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Pixel 10 Pro XL in this regard too, the Magic 8 Ultra is expected to debut after the Xiaomi 17 Ultra but with significantly faster charging than Xiaomi's next flagship as well.
Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2025 13:57
The Clemence Photic MKII features 200 m (20 bar) water resistance (Image source: Clemence)

Clemence launches new Photic MKII dive watch with Miyota 9039 automatic movement

The Photic MKII is the new dive watch from Clemence. It comes with a 38.5 mm 316L steel case, a Miyota 9039 high-beat automatic movement, and 200 meters (20 bar) of water resistance. Plus, the Photic MKII dive watch comes in five dial color options, including moray, shoal, nemo, kraken, and photic gilt.
Abhinav Fating, 27 Nov 2025 13:51
The Haribo Power Bank 20,000 mAh (pictured) is no longer available at Amazon US. (Image source: Trade Korea)

Viral Haribo power banks delisted with CT scan revealing flaw

The Haribo-branded power banks have been pulled from Amazon in the US due to a potential safety issue. These cheap accessories gained popularity earlier this year thanks to their relatively low weight. A recent CT scan of the 20,000 mAh version reveals what the issue could be with these products.
Polly Allcock, 27 Nov 2025 13:23
SmartInk I: iPhone case with an e-ink display (Image source: Reetle)

This pretty affordable iPhone accessory adds a versatile e-ink display

The Reetle SmartInk I is a versatile e-ink display that attaches to the back of an iPhone to provide additional functionality. Besides working as an e-reader, it can also create voice notes and show a wide range of content.
Silvio Werner, 27 Nov 2025 13:19
The leaked Moto G Stylus 2026 doesn't look much different than its predecessor (pictured) (Image source: Motorola)

Live images of 2026 Motorola Moto G Stylus surface with minimal design changes

Motorola is seemingly gearing up to launch the 2026 Moto G Stylus. Ahead of any formal announcement, the live images of the mid-range phone have surfaced, showcasing a familiar design with a flat display and relatively slim bezels. Update: the live images could be of the 2026 Moto G Power instead.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Nov 2025 13:11
Garmin smartwatches offer tools for users with diabetes, like the Dexcom app (pictured). (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin highlights tools to help manage diabetes in new report

A recent Garmin report aims to demonstrate how the brand’s products could be used to help some people manage their diabetes. The company suggests that its smartwatches and smart scales offer a range of tools which could be useful. Plus, it reminds users that it offers integrations with companies like Dexcom and Twin Health.
Polly Allcock, 27 Nov 2025 12:52
The 2025 LG OLED AI B5 smart TV (pictured) could be succeeded by a 2026 B6 model. (Image source: LG)

LG 2026 B6 OLED TV rumored following new certification

Rumors suggest that a 2026 LG B6 OLED TV could be on the way. Model numbers spotted in a recent certification for a version of the B5 TV suggest that the B6 is in the works, backed up by similar filings pointing to 2026 C6 and G6 devices. However, there could be a problem with this naming scheme.
Polly Allcock, 27 Nov 2025 12:46
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is a less-powerful version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. (Image source: Qualcomm)

Renowned leaker confirms chipset powering the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra

Unlike the Edge 60 series, the Edge 70 series will have an ultra model that will be sold as the Motorola Edge 70 Ultra. While there are a lot of unknown details, a renowned leaker has disclosed the chipset that will power the Motorola flagship.
Habeeb Onawole, 27 Nov 2025 12:37
Lightweight but still powerful enough with great battery runtime. (Image Source: Notebookcheck review)

Deal | LG Gram 17-inch laptop with Intel Core Ultra 7 258V and WQXGA touchscreen drops under $1,000

This lightweight 17-incher also packs on-die 32 GB LPDDR5-8533 RAM, 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage, a bright enough 17-inch 2,560 x 1,600 panel with excellent colors, as well as two Thunderbolt 4 ports and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
Bogdan Solca, 27 Nov 2025 12:32
The Citizen Eco-Drive One AQ5010-01A, pictured. (Image source: @plus9time on Instagram)

New Citizen Eco-Drive One watch revealed as a limited-edition offering

Citizen's new limited-edition AQ5010-01A Eco-Drive One has been revealed, with a 4.5mm slim steel case, white dial with gold accents, and a black leather strap. Only 160 units will be made, powered by light-driven tech.
Anubhav Sharma, 27 Nov 2025 12:28
The Asus TUF Gaming A18 in front of a book shelf

A budget laptop for creatives? The Asus TUF Gaming A18 gives it a shot

Despite the TUF label—Asus’ usual branding for the budget tier of its gaming laptops—the TUF Gaming A18 comes with several traits that seem aimed at creative users as well. Does it actually work?
Christian Hintze, 27 Nov 2025 12:17
Image from the game Cyberpunk 2077. (Image source: Steam)

CD Projekt Red has hired 50 new developers, which seems to be good news for The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk 2

CD Projekt Red has recently recruited 50 new developers for several games currently in development. And that seems to be good news for some projects, which may not be delayed.
Alexis Stegmann, 27 Nov 2025 12:15
Ugreen’s 55W Power Bank 10,000 mAh (pictured) has been listed at Amazon in Europe. (Image source: Amazon)

Ugreen rolling out new compact 55W power bank with integrated cable

Ugreen has listed its new 55W Power Bank 10,000 mAh with integrated cable at a retailer in Europe. This compact accessory offers three outputs, with multi-protocol support and AirPyra technology to keep it lightweight. While the model is available to order, it is temporarily out of stock.
Polly Allcock, 27 Nov 2025 12:07
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI gaming laptop weighs 2.3 kg or 5.07 lbs. (Image source: Acer, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Black Friday deal: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S with RTX 5070 Ti, OLED display receives $450 discount

The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S gaming laptop has now received a big discount at Best Buy as part of the retailer's Black Friday 2025 deals. The RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop now comes in under $1,500. This is a great price for a gaming notebook that is powerful and has an excellent OLED display.
Fawad Murtaza, 27 Nov 2025 12:05
The Cuktech 25 Super Bank SE can self charge at 100W. Pictured: a promo picture of the portable charger. (Image source: Cuktech)

Cuktech launches new affordable 120W power bank with built-in cable and display

The Cuktech 25 Super Power Bank SE is now available in China. It was initially introduced in November 2025, and the portable charger features 120W fast charging support, a built-in display, and an integrated cable.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Nov 2025 12:00
Buds 3V: Wireless earphones with long battery life now available via import (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Buds 3V now available worldwide, featuring 12.4 mm drivers

The OnePlus Buds 3V is now also available to consumers outside China via direct import. These wireless earbuds aim to stand out with their long battery life and relatively large drivers.
Silvio Werner, 27 Nov 2025 11:54
The Jonsbo N6 NAS chassis features hot-swap functionality and room for nine 3.5-inch drives. (Image source: Jonsbo)

Jonsbo N6 NAS chassis with room for nine 3.5-inch drives and hot-swap support goes on sale

The recently unveiled Jonsbo N6 NAS chassis is now available for purchase in China. Priced at just under $100, the NAS chassis utilizes the mATX standard and features room for a whopping nine 3.5" drives with hot-swap functionality.
Sambit Saha, 27 Nov 2025 11:12
The Legion Tab Gen 3 has dropped to its lowest price to date on Black Friday. (Image source: Marcus Herbrich / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Lenovo’s powerhouse Android gaming tablet just hit its lowest price for Black Friday

The Legion Tab 3 just hit an all-time low for Black Friday. With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 power and great thermals, it’s built for serious gaming. If you’ve been eyeing a portable powerhouse Android tablet, this is a seriously good deal.
Kristen Spradlin, 27 Nov 2025 09:42
The AIR SNES is a Nike Air Max 90 with a built-in console, sorta. (Image source: Bonzanini Design)

AIR SNES: designer makes sneakers that double as a retro console

Gustavo Bonzanini, a designer, has made a pair of custom Nike sneakers to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Japanese launch of the SNES. The sneakers match the console colors and even house a console that connects to a TV.
Habeeb Onawole, 27 Nov 2025 09:38
The AMD-powered GMKtec K12 mini PC is now 31% off in Amazon's Black Friday sale for Prime members. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Gaming mini PC with 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 APU and OCuLink support gets 31% discount

The GMKtec K12 mini PC is once again available for a record-low price on Amazon Prime, courtesy of the ongoing Black Friday sale. Potential customers who are on the hunt for an AMD-powered mini PC with OCuLink support will likely be quite pleased with the product.
Sambit Saha, 27 Nov 2025 09:31
A promotional image for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's zombies mode (image source: SteamDB)

Steam is issuing refunds for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 to players citing egregious AI use

Steam requires game developers to disclose the use of AI, and it seems Call of Duty may have understated how much of its content was generated by AI-based tools based on user backlash.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 27 Nov 2025 08:29
Kingbull's Black Friday 2025 deals are already live via Kingbull official store (Image source: Kingbull)

Deal | Kingbull Rover 2.0 full-suspension e-bike with 60-mile range gets massive price cut for Black Friday

Kingbull has announced its Black Friday deals for 2025, offering some interesting deals on its recently launched e-bikes, including the Rover 2.0, the Literider 2.0, the Discover 2.0, and more. The Rover 2.0 electric bike features a 750 W brushless Bafang rear hub motor and a 720 Wh Samsung battery.
Abhinav Fating, 27 Nov 2025 08:19
New phones from Infinix (Image source: Infinix)

Infinix: New premium partnership for upcoming phones

Infinix is preparing a high-profile design partnership for its upcoming flagship smartphone series, focused on elevating its premium market position and expanding its global presence within the highly competitive Android smartphone sector.
Daniel Schmidt, 27 Nov 2025 08:00
This game collection will expire on December 17, 2025. Pictured: Steam Deck running Worms Rumble. (Image source: Humble Bundle and Valve - edited)

Deal | New Humble Bundle deal offers 12 Steam Deck-playable tactical games for $1 each

Right ahead of Black Friday, Humble Bundle has added two game bundles, and Worms 30th Anniversary Celebration is one of them. The pack has 12 Steam Deck-playable tactical games that are worth over $180, but they can be purchased for $12.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Nov 2025 07:38
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 has dropped to $1,099 for Black Friday 2025 (Image source: Allen Ngo)

Deal | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon gets huge 47% Black Friday discount

The base configuration of the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 has received a notable price cut for Black Friday, as a well-known electronics retailer offers the sleek 14-inch business laptop for $1,099 instead of $2,099.
Enrico Frahn, 27 Nov 2025 06:34
The Technics EAH-AZ100 Hi-Res TWS earbuds have received their biggest price drop ever at Amazon. (Image source: Technics)

Deal | Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds drop to lowest price ever

The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are designed to reproduce high-resolution music with powerful, immersive sound while canceling out background noise. The earbuds are tuned to allow the natural essence of the music to emerge without excessive coloration.
David Chien, 27 Nov 2025 06:24
The ZBook Fury G1i 18 offers a number of different features than the Dell equivalent despite their similar processor options (Image source: HP)

HP ZBook Fury G1i 18 or Dell Pro Max 18 Plus? More differences than one might expect

The HP offers per-key RGB lighting, dedicated mouse buttons, and more storage options than the Dell. On the other hand, performance-hunters and AI modelers may prefer the Dell for its CAMM2 benefits.
Allen Ngo, 27 Nov 2025 06:16
LYTIA logo (Image Source: Sony)

Sony LYT-901 200MP camera sensor launched for next-gen premium phones

Sony has finally launched the LYT-901, its long-awaited first 200MP mobile sensor, to power upcoming flagship camera phones in 2026. Featuring advanced AI processing and Hybrid Frame-HDR, this large sensor supports 4x high-quality zoom even during 4K video capture, among other virtues.
Jean Leon, 27 Nov 2025 06:05
OnePlus Ace 6T (Image Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Ace 6T launch date confirmed: Debut set for December 3

The wait is over for OnePlus's next performance monster. The OnePlus Ace 6T (global 15R) with its powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip just got an official launch date. Confirmed specs include a massive 8,000+mAh battery and top-tier durability.
Jean Leon, 27 Nov 2025 05:09
Nov 26
A limited edition Steam Deck OLED (Image source: Valve; edited)

Deal | Humble Bundle discounts $269 worth of Steam Deck-compatible games to $15

Humble Bundle has added a new bundle to its current collection — the 15 for $15 Black Friday Bundle. Just as the name suggests, the bundle contains a total of 15 items and costs $15. 14 of the 15 games in this bundle are playable on Steam Deck.
Chibuike Okpara, 26 Nov 2025 23:25
Mockup of Hogwarts Legacy character in GTA 5 (Image source: Warner Bros. Entertainment, Rockstar Games with edits)

Rockstar bans FiveM GTA 5 RP server after owner spent $100,000 creating Harry Potter-like content

With FiveM servers, gamers have plenty of ways to pass the time until the GTA 6 release date. SevenWands was a mystical GTA 5 RP world with a clear connection to Harry Potter games. After Rockstar imposed a ban, its creator claims none of his work infringes on copyrights.
Adam Corsetti, 26 Nov 2025 23:25
Xiaomi 15 Ultra (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 17 Ultra's powerful camera specs leak with a triple-lens setup

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra's camera specs have just leaked, revealing a major design shift. The flagship is tipped to ditch the quad-camera system for a powerful triple-lens setup.
Jean Leon, 26 Nov 2025 22:57
Tim Cook celebrates the market launch of the latest generation of iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods Pro with customers and team members at Apple Fifth Avenue in New York. (Image source: Apple)

End of an era: Apple expected to dethrone Samsung and become global smartphone leader

For a long time, Samsung dominated the global smartphone market. But the winds appear to be shifting, as 2025 is set to be the year in which Samsung's monopoly finally crumbles. Market experts are certain that Apple will dethrone Samsung and claim the crown for itself.
Ronald Matta, 26 Nov 2025 22:07
Anker’s new Nano Charger (pictured) is now available in blue and pink colorways. (Image source: Anker)

Anker releases two new versions of compact 70W 3-port charger

Anker is now selling new versions of the Nano Charger (70W, 3 Ports) in the US and Europe. This means that some users can now choose between four variants, with two new colorful options added to the range. Plus, in Europe, the new blue model is discounted at one retailer.
Polly Allcock, 26 Nov 2025 21:17
Image from the game Mount & Blade: Warband. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Mount & Blade: Warband, a highly acclaimed open world medieval game, is 75% off on Steam

Mount & Blade: Warband is an open world game that immerses you in a ruthless medieval world. And thanks to Black Friday, it is currently available on Steam for less than $5.
Alexis Stegmann, 26 Nov 2025 21:08
The Philips Hue app (pictured) has been updated to version 5.56. (Image source: Philips Hue)

New Philips Hue app update rolling out to smart home device users

Philips Hue has released a new update for its app, version 5.56. This is a relatively minor release, resolving several issues with the software. Users are still waiting on a couple of features, at least one of which is expected to be added to the app before the end of 2025.
Polly Allcock, 26 Nov 2025 20:54
An image of Mars' south polar ice cap (Image source: ESA, DLR, and FU Berlin; edited)

NASA investigates Martian underground lake theory

Since 2018, scientists have thought that what was below the ice cap at Mars’ south pole was an underground lake. But new research using NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) has proven that the underground lake theory is highly unlikely.
Chibuike Okpara, 26 Nov 2025 20:36
Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD (image source: Notebookcheck)

AMD ThinkPad T16 offers comprehensive set of features including Thunderbolt 4

If you are looking at features, the ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD offers pretty much everything you could want. This includes business specific things like a SmartCard reader, but also the support for a 5G WWAN module, modern Wi-Fi 7 connections as well as Thunderbolt 4.
Andreas Osthoff, 26 Nov 2025 20:34
The upcoming Casio G-Shock x Kamen Rider Kuuga watch (pictured) is launching in Japan. (Image source: Artimation, edited)

Limited edition Casio G-Shock collab watch launching soon

The Casio G-Shock x Kamen Rider Kuuga watch has been revealed in Japan, ahead of its upcoming launch. This is a limited edition DW-5600X watch, with a design inspired by the TV series. Features of the digital model include 200 m water resistance, a stopwatch and an alarm.
Polly Allcock, 26 Nov 2025 20:33
Fortnite promotional poster (Image source: Fortnite)

A physical copy of Fortnite has shattered all previous sales records, selling for $42,500, more than triple the previous high

A sealed physical copy of Fortnite has sold for $42,500, setting a new record. The rare copy of the pre-battle royale release is graded a perfect Wata 10 A++.
David Odejide, 26 Nov 2025 20:32

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