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More than 1,290 employees of OpenAI, Anthropic, Google DeepMind and Meta signed the open letter Pacing the Frontier on July 28. They want the US government to help build tools for a verifiable brake on AI development. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, OpenAI chief scientist Jakub Pachocki and Ilya Sutskever are among the signatories.

The Continuous Health Analyzing Ring Module (CHARM) demonstrates how smart rings could monitor glucose, lactate, and other biomarkers through sweat rather than optical sensors. However, significant limitations remain.

Zero is rethinking how a mini PC handles local AI workloads. Rather than relying on the host CPU or integrated graphics to run inference, the company's latest desktops offload that work entirely to a second, independent chip with memory of its own.

The GMKtec EVO-X1 Pro has been launched in the global market, and it's essentially a minor refresh of the non-Pro mini PC from 2024. It equips the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, which has the powerful Radeon 890M. The discounted launch price is $1,599, which can be further taken down with a discount code.

A new Redmi device, suspected to be the Redmi K100 Pro is set to debut tomorrow at ChinaJoy 2026, and its first official teaser image gives an early look at what to expect. While the company hasn't confirmed a name or specs, the silhouette in the promotional render offers some clues about where the design is headed, and how much of it might carry over from a recent predecessor.

Huffy has launched a kids-focused electric bike, the Quantis, in the global market. The e-bike features a 250 W rear hub motor, a 24” hardtail frame, and a 280 Wh (36 V, 7.8 Ah) removable battery. Plus, it has an LCD display that shows essential riding information.

Huawei has confirmed the launch date of its new MatePad Pro in China. The official teaser reveals its design, while an earlier leak suggests several key specifications.

A newly leaked sketch of Lego's rumored 76476 Ministry of Magic set shows a three-level, 3,491-piece build with 14 minifigures. It is expected to arrive soon, alongside pricing concerns and comparisons to Lego's (divisive) 2022 Ministry of Magic set.

The FTC, alongside California and Utah, sued a major US telehealth provider Hims and hers on July 29. They alleged that it shared patients' sensitive health data with advertisers like Meta and Snap despite promising privacy, and made cancelling subscriptions difficult.

The Vivo S2 is expected to revive the brand’s S series in India with a 120Hz curved pOLED display, Dimensity 7360 Turbo chipset, and 7,050mAh battery. Tipped to launch as soon as next week, it may compete with the OnePlus Nord 6 and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro.

A new Xiaomi smartphone, expected to be the Redmi K100 Pro, has appeared on Geekbench. The listing reveals its chipset and initial benchmark results.

Facing outrage over abandoning physical games, Sony had an ally in the God of War creator. Now, David Jaffe has softened his stance, acknowledging the valid concerns of console buyers. He agrees that these gamers rightly anticipated PS5 discs to ship until the PS6 debuts.

Garmin’s new smart band is facing shipping delays of up to eight weeks after demand exceeded expectations and depleted initial stock. On the other hand, the launch has helped lift Garmin’s fitness revenue by 25% boosting investor confidence as the company plans to expand manufacturing capacity.

A key feature of the SuperStation FPGA console is finally available, namely the console mode. This means that the PlayStation-inspired console now sports a polished interface with artwork and an improved UI.

Twelve South has launched its Valet series of stylish charging pads in two sizes. The smaller model can charge up to three devices, including a Qi2-compatible smartphone, while the larger version also provides space for additional items.

Casio has officially unveiled the CRW-H001M-8, a new Ring Watch that doubles as a smart ring with heart rate, blood oxygen, sleep, and body temperature tracking. Despite its tiny size, the wearable also adds Bluetooth connectivity, vibration alerts, and up to six days of battery life.

The Alienware 18 Area-51 is a huge 18-inch gaming notebook with powerful components such as an RTX 5080, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and 32GB DDR5 RAM as well as a 2TB SSD. Amazon has now dropped the price of this laptop to its lowest since March.

A leaked render suggests the Redmi Turbo 6 Max may feature a slimmer, flat-edged design, a Pixel-style camera bar, and a 7-inch 2K display. Rumored specifications include a Dimensity 9500s or 9600s chipset and a massive 10,000mAh battery.

The Xiaomi Pad 8S Pro has surfaced in a new leak revealing some of its specifications. The upcoming tablet is tipped to feature Xiaomi’s next-generation Xring O3 chipset.

Aiphor, the manufacturer of the Bluefox Aura A1 compact smartphone has announced the phone is facing a delay. Apparently, the compact smartphone is waiting to receive an important certification, hence the delay.

Lenovo has released another 14-inch laptop. Available to purchase internationally, the IdeaPad Slim 3 14IWC11 serves as a smaller alternative to the 15-inch model we reviewed only a few days ago. The IdeaPad Slim 3 14IWC11 is said to last over 20 hours on its 60 Wh battery thanks to its Intel Wildcat Lake processors, too.

HP has released a new 14-ich convertible laptop powered by Intel's Panther Lake platform. Available internationally, the OmniBook 5 Flip 2-in-1 also comes with up to 32 GB of RAM, a 68 Wh battery and an optional 16-core processor.

Retroid has begun shipping its new handheld, the Pocket Nova, to buyers. However, for those who are sitting on the fence, now might be the perfect time to purchase the device before it gets a price increase.

Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 uses a new chassis as well as efficient Panther Lake processors. An efficient IPS touchscreen enables impressive battery runtimes while excellent input devices and optional 5G connectivity ensure a great mobile working experience.

A former Rockstar Games artist is also troubled by the region-locked GTA 6. PlayStation account holders have fewer choices for pre-orders and redeeming codes inside physical copies. Mike York thinks government policies are at fault, but the studio could have opted for a PS5 disc.

Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales is an RPG that lets you experience another story taking place in The Witcher universe. But to accomplish your mission, you'll have to explore dangerous areas and survive various threats.

The Galaxy A08 4G has been certified by the FCC, and the certification documents reveal a few details about the device including a key upgrade. However, some features are going to be carried over from its predecessor.

Ugreen has launched the Nexode Pro 300W Charging Station with eight ports, a smart display, and app connectivity. It delivers up to 300 W of total output, including a dedicated 240 W DC port for compatible devices.

A music player that displays CDs against a transparent casing – the Syitren RM1 is designed to be both a work of art and a music player. The CD player is now available for pre-order on Kickstarter for $89.

Humble has added a new bundle to the site called Rage Inducing Difficult Games. It includes 10 Steam Deck-compatible games, such as Ghostrunner, Jump King, Getting Over It, and more.

Pokémon made its breakthrough with 2D games, but Nintendo has never quite succeeded with 3D so far. A fan remake of the first two Pokémon games now transforms the classics Pokémon Red and Blue into 3D games with charming voxel graphics that run natively on Windows PCs and Android smartphones.

The U.S. government under Donald Trump wants to ban the import of new robots. While this ban is primarily aimed at humanoid robots, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has clarified that vacuum and mopping robots, robotic lawn mowers, and transport robots are also affected.

The chassis changes alone make the Laptop 13 Pro so much better than the older Laptop 13.5. Not only does it look more professional, but it feels stronger and of much higher quality.

Lenovo has started selling its new 14-inch and 16-inch ThinkBook laptops with Intel Panther Lake processors in the US. Configurable with up to a Core Ultra 7 355 processor and 32GB of RAM, prices start at $1,229 with an optional touchscreen display.

Sony is reportedly planning to acquire a Japanese lens manufacturer for over $1.2 billion, which would allow the Japanese tech giant to expand its lens portfolio primarily with particularly fast zoom lenses, but also with several prime lenses.

Ahead of its August 5 unveiling, Huawei is teasing the MateBook Pro S with two bold claims: a significant weight advantage over Apple's MacBook Air M5 and a big jump in video playback time thanks to new battery chemistry.

The Flipper Zero undoubtedly popularized pocket hardware hacking, but its tiny directional pad, monochrome screen, and "toy" interface can feel restrictive during serious debugging. ESP32-Bus-Pirate offers a more flexible and substantially cheaper alternative.

Three years after the original model, Ozlo’s Sleepbuds 2 have finally launched. The earbuds have a few upgrades in store, including improved comfort, up to 14 hours of battery life, flexible sleep modes and expanded environmental tracking.

The Colorful Rimbook L1 Plus has been released, and it's a new AMD laptop that comes with a relatively dated APU, the Ryzen 7 7735HS. It has a lightweight chassis and features a 16-inch 120Hz display. The launch price is CNY 5,999, around $886.

Winamp and Deezer have signed a strategic partnership for Winamp to make a comeback, hopefully a successful one this time. The new Winamp Player will bring the customizability back, along with more modern streaming features.

The Google Pixel 11 will be available for pre-order starting August 12. In its latest teaser video, Google is once again inviting viewers to the launch event, highlighting the Pixel Glow RGB LED lighting. The Pixel 11 Pro is being promoted as the "next obvious move" after Google services.

The recently released Samsung S90H is already discounted by $500 on Amazon. With a matte coating, the 55-inch OLED TV outperforms its LG C6 rival in rejecting reflections. Gaming is boosted by low input lag, but the lack of Dolby Vision could scare off movie buffs.

With its foldable 18-inch display, the Huawei MateBook Fold Ultimate Design is one of the most unusual laptops on the market. In a few days, the device will be succeeded by a new model featuring design updates, a brand-new Kirin X90 Plus ARM chip, and a stylus.

The Galaxy S26 FE will be the cheaper alternative to the Galaxy S26, and previous leaks have showcased the tweaked design, as well as faster charging speeds. Now, its pricing, color options, and release date have leaked.

The Sovol M1D is a new 3D printer featuring independent dual toolheads combined with a fast tool-changing mechanism. Depending on the print job, this setup can significantly speed up production times. Given its feature set, the pre-order pricing remains surprisingly competitive.

The first buyers have already received their Steam Machines, but the waiting list is long. Valve has now provided an update on the maximum wait time customers can expect for the console and, on this occasion, released a new version of Proton that adds FSR 4.1 support to the Steam Machine.

AMD has introduced the Radeon RX 9050 as its new entry-level RDNA 4 graphics card for 1080p gaming. The $279 GPU comes with 8 GB of GDDR6 memory, while a separate 4 GB version will only be available in pre-built OEM systems.

Epson has officially launched three premium document scanners under the A3 flatbed lineup, namely, the DS-51000WN, the DS-61000WN, and the DS-71000WN. All three document scanners feature a 4.3-inch LCD screen, smart scanning modes for books and photos, and built-in wireless, Ethernet, and USB connectivity.

Samsung Messages may be gone, but a new third-party app brings back its look and adds RCS support via Google’s platform. It’s not an official Samsung replacement, but it might be the closest thing yet for Galaxy users who don’t want to switch to Google Messages.

Asus has introduced a cheaper ROG NUC 16 configuration powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX. The 3L gaming mini PC undercuts the Core Ultra 9 model by a massive $1,300 while still packing 32GB RAM and a discrete RTX 5060 Laptop GPU.