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The founder of Binance, Changpeng Zhao, has been sentenced to four months in prison for putting profits above the law. The company was found guilty of inadvertently helping fund various criminal activities around the globe. Zhao pleaded guilty on the last day of April and he now has to spend several months in prison in the United States in addition to paying hefty fines.

A noted X leaker says that Intel has changed its naming scheme for its Arrow Lake desktop processors. Unlike previous generation models, K and non-K variants will have different model numbers. For example, the Core i9 14900K and 14900 successors will now be called Core Ultra 9 285K and Core Ultra 9 275, respectively.

A regarded Apple analyst has shared initial expectations for Apple's next 'Ultra' branded smartwatch. Allegedly arriving this autumn, the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is rumoured to be missing out on a redesign that is anticipated to debut with the Watch X.

Tesla is on a major restructuring and cost-cutting spree and, after it scaled down its Supercharger rollout ambitions, it may be time for the big gigacasting production plans to go.

The ThinkPad L13 Yoga Gen 2 was released in early 2021, but thanks to a notable 40% discount at Costco, the 13-inch convertible remains a solid choice for budget-conscious laptop buyers who mostly use office applications.

Statcounter has published its latest report on Windows version market share. While it may sound surprising, even after around nine years of release, Windows 10 currently holds 70.03% of the market share. Windows 11, on the other hand, has seen another drop, from 26.68% in March to 25.65% in April.

Xbox is holding a new “Xbox Games Showcase followed by [REDACTED] Direct” in early June. The presentations are expected to highlight titles including this year’s Call of Duty. Per Xbox, the showcase will include games from Xbox Game Studios, Activision/Blizzard, Bethesda, and 3rd-party partners.

Fresh questions are being asked of the Rabbit R1 following allegations that it is an Android app. The Rabbit R1’s software was shown running on a Google Pixel 6A in a video, though the origins of the launcher APK are unclear. Rabbit’s CEO has responded to defend the R1’s hardware, priced at $199.

Asus officially unveiled the ExpertCenter PN65 back in January this year. The Intel Meteor Lake mini PC later went on sale in China, and now, the computer is available to purchase in the US. It’s the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H variant and is priced at $759.

The Apple AirPods Pro (2nd gen) are discounted by 28% off their retail price on Amazon and Best Buy right now, putting them at their lowest price yet. The AirPods Pro 2 are ranked among the best wireless earphones today (specially for iPhone users) thanks to their stellar ANC, Adaptive Audio and spatial audio with head tracking.

The M19 is a 3.5-inch retro gaming handheld powered by a 3,000 mAh battery and a Rockchip RK3566 chipset. Available for under $55, the M19 has a bizarre control layout that goes against contemporary designs.

Bethesda announced a new update for Starfield. It adds numerous QoL improvements, such as a city map, new ship customization options and added difficulty modifiers. Users in the Steam beta channel can download it now.

The Galaxy F55 has broken cover again prior to its allegedly imminent launch. This time, it is depicted as a version of a smartphone already available in India, albeit one with a rear panel finished in vegan leather rather than glass. It also seems to have what seems to be Samsung's favorite new Qualcomm SoC for the mid-range market.

Amazfit has introduced a new smartwatch that it sells for under $60. Sold as the Amazfit Bip 5 Unity, the smartwatch supports Amazon Alexa natively, has an expansive display and should last for well over a week thanks to its lightweight OS and relatively large battery.

Vivo has augmented its V30 series of mid-range smartphones - just not in India as might be expected. Instead, the line's new SE 5G variant is destined for the Latin American market as its latest "Modern Design" smartphone. Its 120Hz display, attractive textured "Eco-Fiber Leather" finish and up-to-date SoC are contrasts to its budget internals.

According to new reports, the so-called Nintendo Switch 2 could prove more powerful in docked mode than previous rumours suggested. Unsurprisingly, the next-generation console will be unable to maintain its docked performance in handheld mode, though.

Asus launches two new routers within its TUF series. With these, the manufacturer is targeting video gamers. Users should not only benefit from a fast and wireless connection but high-performance wired networks are also supported depending on the model version.

In May, Microsoft is taking it easy with new additions to Xbox Game Pass. There are only four new games until May 14, but they are convincing: an AAA game from 2013, a popular indie title, and a new release that will be included in the gaming subscription right at its launch.

OnePlus has announced a Mother's Day sale with deals such as $70 off its new premium mid-range flagship the 12R. The OEM's first-gen foldable smartphone has an even better discount in North America; meanwhile, the brand is hinting at an intriguing offer on the same device on the European market.

AnTuTu has published its latest performance lists, consisting of the top 10 flagship and mid-range phones that performed the best throughout April. Like last month, the Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 dominates the new flagship list. The first phone on the list with MediaTek Dimensity 9300, on the other hand, has the fifth spot. As for the mid-range list, Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 is still going strong.

OpenELM, the newly-released family of gen AI models from Apple, is now available on Hugging Face. Using a maximum of 3 billion parameters or less, these models are the smallest and most efficient available – optimal for powering generative AI features on the iPhone 16 series.

According to a new report, Google will not be bringing any charging upgrades to its Pixel 7a successor. While the Pixel 8a was rumoured to support up to 27 W wired charging, it is now said to be topping out at 18 W 'fast' wired charging instead.

Google has now entered the launch month for the Pixel 8a, its final Pixel 8 release, before introducing up to four Pixel 9 smartphones this autumn. Reportedly, the Pixel 8a will cost even more than previously expected in Europe, unlike in North America. Google is said to be sweetening the deal with early launch discounts, though.

Vivo has begun teasing the release of the X100s and X100 Ultra, which it refers to as 'upcoming new X series products'. Likely arriving later this month sporting its new 'BlueImage' imaging engine, the pair can already be seen in a leaked render image that also contains a few camera clues about both devices.

The recently launched 55” Hisense U7N Series Mini-LED 4K QLED Google TV is now selling at a reduced price in the US. When it went on sale in mid-April, the new model was retailing for $799.99, a relatively low price for the feature set. The U7N is currently discounted at multiple retailers and comes with a free gift.

The $1 subscription offer for Starlink satellite Internet is available in select states with a monthly fee refund, while SpaceX has found a way to sell Starlink kits on the cheap.

Introduced at the end of January 2024, the AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D is now $20 off on Amazon. However, this discount of just 8 percent is enough to bring the $249 list price down to the lowest level so far, allowing those interested to acquire this 105 W, 8-core, 16-thread desktop chip for just $229.

We recently had a leak on an upcoming Microsoft Xbox gaming handheld from Jez Corden, a reputed source for Xbox-related news. It suggested that the portable console is on track for a 2026 launch. Now, the company is fueling such rumors by sending out surveys asking what gaming handhelds the survey takers are using and whether they would consider buying another in the next five years.

The three-point turning abilities come with the newest Tesla software update, just as shown in the leaked Model 3 Performance test interface. Model Y needn't apply, though.

Philips Hue is pushing software version 1964061010 to the Hue Bridge. The latest update brings improvements to the smart home gadget, including a bug fix for an issue with some smart light connections. The company suggests that the device should receive the software automatically.

After revealing surprisingly strong data center sales in the first quarter, AMD's CEO, Lisa Su, also mentioned that the first Epyc Turin and Ryzen Strix samples are already reaching the company's partners. These Zen 5-based processors are expected to launch in the second half of 2024.

The RoboUP T1200Pro robot lawn mower is now available at Amazon in Germany and is expected to launch in another EU country soon. The model has several upgrades on the older T500P and T1000P devices, including greater lawn area coverage and improved RTK positioning, so you do not need a boundary wire.

Hisense launches new mini-LED TVs on the market. These will impress with extremely high brightness. Although not cheap, the new models are affordable for customers who demand high playback quality and operate a home cinema as a hobby, for example.

Electronic waste has become a growing problem, and researchers at the University of Washington may just have found a solution. The team has showcased new circuit boards that are almost 100% recyclable. These new PCBs (printed circuit boards) are made of vitrimers that turn into a jelly-like substance during recycling.

After being praised by the CEO of XPeng, another local competitor is now giving Tesla's FSD 12 autonomous driving feature high marks.

Los Angeles is launching AI Metro buses to automatically issue parking tickets to cars blocking bus routes. The AI buses are equipped with cameras to automatically identify illegally parked vehicles and will upload incriminating videos for human verification prior to court enforcement.

The Fujifilm X-T50 specifications and price have leaked, and they seem to indicate that Fuji's next “affordable” camera will come with both a substantial hardware upgrade and a significant price increase.

Ubisoft will be releasing Assassin's Creed Mirage for the Apple iPhone 15 Pro, iPad Air and iPad Pro in a few weeks. The game will offer the full scope of the console version and can be tried out free of charge for 90 minutes, after which the full console price will apply.

The Beats Solo 4 are launching as the successor to the hugely popular Beats Solo 3, bringing with them a number of long overdue upgrades such as USB-C connectivity, Spatial Audio with head tracking and support for Google's Find My Device network.

SteelSeries is relaunching the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headphones, giving the headset a white housing and a comfort upgrade. The battery, which can be replaced in seconds, remains a unique selling point, while the company also promises console and PC compatibility.

Apple has presented its most affordable completely wireless earphones to date, the Beats Solo Buds, which are designed to impress with detailed sound. The particularly small charging case and special ventilation openings on the earphones are designed to ensure comfort, both in your pocket and in your ears.

Except the Pura 70 Ultra, Huawei Pura 70 smartphones are almost entirely made up of parts manufactured by Chinese firms according to a teardown analysis of the phones. Huawei’s Chinese supply chain for its flagship P70 series includes firms like OFILM, HNLens Technology, BOE, etc. With the company coming close to achieving full local production, it would be safe to say that Huawei has largely shrugged off the effects of the US sanctions.

MINISFORUM has released a new mini-PC powered by an Intel Alder Lake-H processor. Currently available as a pre-configured machine from $367, the MINISFORUM Venus Series NAB6 Lite shares many features with the more expensive NAB6 and NAB9.

The new Apple Pencil, expected to be launched in the upcoming May 7 event, will feature haptic feedback, according to a report by Mark Gurman. A separate, unconfirmed report also claims that the Apple Pencil will be supported on visionOS 2 with the Vision Pro headset.

The G16 7630 is currently on sale for $1,299 at Dell's official online store as the American PC maker has treated the Core i9-equipped gaming laptop with an RTX 4070 to a spicy discount of $600 or more than 30% relative to MSRP.

NVIDIA's usage of its AD103 GPU now extends beyond the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, GeForce RTX 4080 and GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. Without explanation, the company has begun offering a stripped-back form within some new GeForce RTX 4070 graphics cards.

According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, there is a 'strong possibility' that the upcoming OLED iPad Pro models will make the jump to Apple's M4 chip, skipping the M3 variant. This comes as a surprise to anyone familiar with Apple's usual upgrade cycle, but given the recent heat the company is facing from Qualcomm, a truly powerful M4 chip with enhanced AI capabilities might just be the saving grace that Apple silicon needs.

Xiaomi has launched the updated Redmi G27Q gaming monitor in China. Its pre-order price is CNY 899, around $124. The monitor features an IPS panel with a 2560x1440 pixels resolution, 180 Hz refresh rate, AdaptiveSync, and 8-bit color depth.

According to a new report, Xiaomi has created a fourth Xiaomi 14 series model after the Xiaomi 14, Xiaomi 14 Pro and Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Rather than arriving as the Xiaomi 14 Lite or Xiaomi 14 CIVI, the device is now rumoured to be arriving as the Xiaomi 14 SE instead.

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 9, launched earlier this year, is enjoying a generous $516 discount on the official store. With this deal in place, the gaming laptop with Intel Core i7-14650HX and Nvidia RTX 4060 is currently sitting at $1,313.99, which is a pretty good price.