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Amazon has an intriguing discount for the ROG Strix Scope wireless gaming keyboard (Image: Asus)

Deal | Asus ROG Strix Scope RX TKL wireless gaming keyboard with mechanical switches discounted by 24%

The enthusiast-grade mechanical gaming keyboard from Asus supports two different wireless connectivity options and also features a sturdy build quality thanks to the aluminum alloy construction, which makes the Asus ROG Strix Scope RX TKL an interesting choice for gamers who would like to avoid the more popular brands in the peripheral segment.

Enrico Frahn, 29 Apr 2023 19:41

The BenQ TK860i projector has up to 3,300 lumens brightness. (Image source: BenQ)

New BenQ TK860i and W2710i 4K projectors arrive with HDR-PRO

The BenQ TK860i and W2710i 4K projectors will shortly launch in the EU. The TK860i has up to 3,300 lumens brightness and 98% Rec. 709 color space coverage, while the W2710i has a maximum brightness of 2,220 lumens and supports HDR10+. Both models have a built-in 2.1-channel speaker system and Android TV.

Polly Allcock, 29 Apr 2023 18:26

Honor Pad V8 debuts with new Dimensity 8020 SoC

Honor's latest tablet lacks the top-end 144Hz display refresh rate of its Pro counterpart - however, the Pad V8 does boast a new MediaTek processor for its 2.5K 11-inch screen. It also benefits from a large battery and speakers boosted with DTS:X Ultra technology, yet starts for less than US$300 in China from now.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2023 17:56

The Tecno Camon 20 Pro? (Source: GadgetsLeo)

Camon 20-series Android smartphones and their pointy camera humps surface again in a new pre-launch leak

Tecno is said to have developed a highly distinctive camera hump for its upcoming Camon 20 series of Android smartphones. It is also now said to consist of vanilla and Pro variants as well as the 20 Premier flagship. They may fall into a sub-US$300 bracket on their launch to their initial market, with slight compromises on what is still expected of a good mid-range device in 2023.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2023 17:03

The Z Flip5's supposed cover display upgrade. (Source: Technizo Concept))

Rumor | Samsung will make about 2x more new Galaxy Z Flip units in 2023 compared to 2022

Samsung may be banking on the success of the latest Galaxy Z Flip-series smartphone in 2023, with alleged plans to increase its production by approximately 100% compared to that of the previous generation. This is the latest in a series of leaks hinting that the Z Flip5 will see an upgrade in its fortunes in a number of ways this year.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Apr 2023 16:13

Elon Musk at the Giga Texas Cyber Rodeo (image: Tesla/YT)

High Texas electric car fee bill spells the end of EV road tax subsidies

While the average Texan pays US$71 in annual gas taxes, electric vehicle owners in the Lone Star state will have to shell out US$200 per year if a Texas House bill is ratified by Governor Abbott. This record annual EV levy may be a harbinger of things to come for electric cars that have been exempt from road taxes despite their heavier weight.

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Apr 2023 15:56

The Seagull has 200+ miles of range for $14,000 (image: BYD)

BYD nears Tesla gross profit margin as it launches cheap Seagull mass market EV

Tesla's main competitor BYD reported 400% rise in profits compared to the same quarter last year and a gross margin very near to what Tesla reported for Q1. It just released its first mass market electric vehicle, the US$14,000 BYD Seagull that can go for more than 200 miles on a charge.

Daniel Zlatev, 29 Apr 2023 14:49

The Hisense E7KQ PRO 4K TV has a 144Hz refresh rate for gaming. (Image source: Hisense)

Hisense reveals new E7KQ PRO 4K 144Hz TV

Hisense has unveiled the E7KQ PRO TV on its Spanish website, available in sizes from 55-in to 75-in. The 4K TV has gaming features, including a 144Hz refresh rate, a game bar and HDMI 2.1 ports. Other tools include Anyview wireless screen-casting and integrated 2.1 channel speakers.

Polly Allcock, 29 Apr 2023 13:04

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro wearable is discounted at Amazon US. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro smartwatch now just US$363

At Amazon US, you can buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro smartwatch for US$363, the lowest price at the store since Black Friday. The standard and LTE models are reduced in price, though the LTE model is discounted to US$439. Features of the watch include a blood pressure sensor, GPS and 80-hour battery life.

Polly Allcock, 29 Apr 2023 12:20

Greenlane takes aim at everything from semi trucks to light-duty vehicles. (Image source: Greenlane)

Greenlane EV charging network coming to compete with Tesla Mega Chargers

Daimler Truck North America, BlackRock and NextEra Energy Resources have partnered to create Greenlane, which will develop a charging network to power electric freight vehicles. The joint venture will invest over US$650 million in charging infrastructure along key freight routes. The network will also feature hydrogen refuelling stations.

Julian van der Merwe, 29 Apr 2023 07:44

Kia's EV6 delivers soccer-mom practicality in a mid-life-crisis-dad package. (Image source: Kia)

4 Kia EV6 features that set the sporty elecric SUV apart

The 2023 Kia EV6 is an ode to excess and something of a hit in the electric car community. There are a number of things that make the performance EV stand out in the growing electric SUV segment and make it a surprisingly well-rounded vehicle, especially given its comparatively high US$48,700 price tag.

Julian van der Merwe, 29 Apr 2023 07:33

New information about the Google Tensor G3 has emerged online (image via Google)

Google Tensor G3 alleged specs updated: No Xclipse GPU for the Pixel 8

A new leak has shed light on the Google Tensor G3's alleged specifications. It feature nine CPU cores (1x Cortex-X3, 4x Cortex-A715, 4x Cortex-A510) and an Arm Mali G715-MP8 GPU. It will be manufactured on Samsung's 4LPP node and launch alongside the Pixel 8 series later this year.

Anil Ganti, 29 Apr 2023 05:49

The second Asus ROG Ally variant's price has been revealed (image via Asus)

Asus ROG Ally: AMD Ryzen Z1 variant of the handheld to cost US$599

A new leak has revealed the AMD Ryzen Z1-powered Asus ROG Ally's price. The console will cost US$599 and feature 256 GB of storage along with 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory.

Anil Ganti, 29 Apr 2023 03:57

WD Red Pro NAS HDD WD161KFGX model (Source: Western Digital)

Deal | 16 TB WD Red Pro SATA HDD now 51% off on Amazon

Thanks to a massive 51% discount, the WD Red Pro NAS HDD (model WD161KFGX) is now down to a tempting US$279.99 (US$569.99 list price). This piece of storage hardware has a general rating of 4.6/5 stars after more than 3,500 validated user reviews, of which over 90% are 4-star and 5-star assessments.

Codrut Nistor, 28 Apr 2023 23:49

The 55-inch Sony Bravia A80K OLED TV is back on sale with a US$700 discount on Amazon (Image: Sony)

Deal | Beautiful Sony Bravia A80K OLED TV with 120Hz gets 35% discount on Amazon

The gorgeous 55-inch Bravia A80K from Sony's 2022 Bravia lineup is still one of the better bang-for-the-buck options for OLED TV enthusiasts until the succeeding 2023 models receive significant price cuts.

Enrico Frahn, 28 Apr 2023 22:55

The good-looking RTX 3070 Ti and Core i9-12900H-equipped Dell G15 has gone on sale (Image: Dell)

Deal | Dell G15 gaming laptop with RTX 3070 Ti, Core i9-12900H and 240Hz QHD display on sale for 29% off thanks to coupon code

For a steeply discounted sale price of just above US$1,300, the Dell G15 still delivers a decent bang for the buck compared to many RTX 4000-equipped gaming laptops that have yet to experience noteworthy price drops.

Enrico Frahn, 28 Apr 2023 22:17

Nikon is generating a lot of hype for a new product set to launch on May 10 at 8 AM EST. (Image source: Nikon USA - edited)

Likely Nikon Z8 release date announced in teaser for upcoming online launch event

Just recently, Nikon sneakily posted a countdown timer for an online launch event on a number of its homepages. Speculation and cleverly-hidden details point to the potential launch of the Z8. The full-frame Nikon Z8, pitched as a new model in the company's premium mirrorless lineup, seems set to launch on May 10, 2023.

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Apr 2023 21:59

MG Comet debuts in India as a sub-US$10,000 electric vehicle

MG has continued its foray into the EV space with the Comet, a car that aims to "keep it real" with a build and specs to match its relatively tiny price-tag. The 2-door vehicle supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, but lacks amenities such as fast charging, heated seats or even particularly extensive range.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2023 21:50

The Panasonic Lumix GH5 is but one of a wide variety of powerful Micro Four Thirds cameras available. (Image source: Panasonic/Unsplash - edited)

4 Micro Four Thirds camera advantages that make the system unique

Micro Four Thirds is an interesting concept in a world where every camera manufacturer has its own lens mount that works with a limited lens selection. The collaborative effort between the likes of Panasonic, OM Systems, Blackmagic Design, Leica, and DJI, among others, instead developed a lens mount and sensor ecosystem in an attempt to achieve inter-compatibility and openness that was sorely lacking in the photography world.

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Apr 2023 21:22

The Pixel 7a in two of its four expected launch colours. (Image source: Ramane Business)

Google Pixel 7a: Images of Arctic Blue and Carbon Grey retail units emerge before I/O 2023 launch

Numerous hands-on images of retail Google Pixel 7a units have surfaced online, courtesy of a third-party reseller. The photos show the Pixel 7a in Arctic Blue, a new colour option for the Pixel A-Series, as well as Carbon Grey.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 21:06

The Tinker Board R2.0 and its S R2.0 sibling are virtually unchanged from the original Tinker Board S. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS Tinker Board R2.0: Minor SBC revision lands from US$95 with Rockchip RK3288

The ASUS Tinker Board R2.0 is a budget single-board computer powered by ageing ARM Cortex-A17 CPU cores. The Tinker Board R2.0 is available with and without eMMC flash storage, but only 2 GB of RAM.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 21:03

The AYA NEO AIR Plus is one of two devices set to receive AMD Ryzen 7 7840U upgrades. (Image source: AYA NEO)

AYA NEO to offer AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and other hardware upgrades for existing gaming handhelds

AYA NEO has announced that it intends to upgrade some of its gaming handhelds to the Ryzen 7 7480U, one of AMD's Zen 4 and RDNA 3-based APUs. The company has promised to offer speaker and heat sink upgrades for other models.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 20:56

The AYA NEO SLIDE will eventually arrive with the Ryzen 7 7840U, not the Ryzen 7 6800U. (Image source: AYA NEO)

AYA NEO SLIDE: AMD APU switch to new Ryzen 7 7840U confirmed for GPD Win 4 rival

AYA NEO has confirmed an APU upgrade for the AYA NEO SLIDE, one of its long-awaited gaming handhelds. Now a competitor to the GPD Win 4, the AYA NEO SLIDE may enjoy a healthy performance boost over the GPD Win 4 thanks to its new Zen 4 and RDNA 3-based APU.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 20:51

MIUI 14 is headed to another 16 devices this quarter. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms new MIUI 14 rollout for another 16 devices

Xiaomi has revealed plans to upgrade another 16 devices to MIUI 14. All Xiaomi and Redmi devices, the list includes the Mi 10, as well as newer devices like the Redmi Pad and the Xiaomi Pad 5.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 20:45

The gap between the ideal Cybertruck and the F-150 Lightning isn't as big as you might imagine. (Image source: Ford)

Tesla Cybertruck vs Ford F-150 Lightning - Tesla's apocalyptic pickup faces stiff competition from Ford's EV workhorse

CrossCheck When Tesla announced the CyberTruck all those years ago, it set off an electric pickup revolution. Unfortunately, the US EV maker lost its early-mover advantage by postponing the actual production launch by almost five years. The projected 2023 launch means Tesla will have to compete against the likes of the Ford-F150 — currently the most popular electric pickup truck available.

Julian van der Merwe, 28 Apr 2023 20:08

RedMagic might get into the tablet game. (Source: RedMagic)

RedMagic Gaming Tablet rumored to launch during upcoming major product event

RedMagic has announced that it will hold a press conference in May 2023. The event is thought to introduce the brand's latest gaming accessories, hardware - and a tablet, which would be the first for the performance-focused Nubia subsidiary. It is tipped to launch as an Android device with the same potential for display quality and power as RedMagic's flagship gaming smartphones.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2023 19:42

Anycubic Photon Mono 2 launches as an upgraded 3D resin printer for beginners

Anycubic touts its latest release as an ideal gateway into the "world of 3D resin printing". The Photon Mono 2 has debuted as a "significant" upgrade over its predecessor in terms of the potential detail and size of its final products. Nevertheless, it is rated for a compact footprint and "incredibly user-friendly" experience.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2023 18:55

The Galaxy Watch6 series will see the return of the Galaxy Watch4 Classic's rotating bezel, albeit with a few design tweaks, latter pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Pro tipped to mark return of Galaxy Watch4 Classic design

According to a renowned leaker, Samsung has settled on bringing back the design of the Galaxy Watch4 Classic for the Galaxy Watch6 Pro. However, Samsung is expected to introduce a few design modernisations, including thinner display bezels.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 18:46

An iSteady Pro gimbal for action cameras. (Source: Hohem)

Deal | Get up to US$69 off a new Hohem action camera gimbal

Hohem is currently holding a sale on the motorized gimbals it makes specifically for action cameras such as those of the GoPro HERO Black series or Insta360 ONE R. They include the iSteady Pro4 for the newest of such gadgets, or the older Pro3 on which those with older models like the HERO8 Black can make some savings. Some deals also come as bundles with tripods or other accessories.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Apr 2023 18:12

No 3 nm silicon for consumer-grade Zen 5? (Image Source: AMD)

AMD could entirely skip TSMC's 3 nm node for consumer processors according to leaked roadmap

Industry sources cited by DigiTimes claim that all the upcoming Zen 5 processors would be manufactured on TSMC’s 4 nm nodes, with the sole exception of the 2025 EPYC processors that will feature 3 nm silicon. Zen 6 is expected to jump directly to 2 nm.

Bogdan Solca, 28 Apr 2023 17:56

The Poco F5 in the flesh. (Source: JTG Electronicos)

Poco F5 Pro unboxing video and Poco F5 live images surface ahead of May 9 launch

The Poco F5 series is set to debut globally on May 9. Both the vanilla Poco F5 and the Poco F5 Pro are known quantities, however—essentially being rebadges of sorts of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo and Redmi K60 Pro.

Ricci Rox, 28 Apr 2023 17:43

The Roborock S8 Plus and Roborock S8 Pro Ultra are available in multiple markets. (Image source: Roborock)

Roborock S8 Plus and Roborock S8 Pro Ultra launch as new high-end robot vacuum cleaners

Roborock has finally started selling S8 Plus and S8 Pro Ultra vacuum cleaners, months after introducing the pair at CES 2023. Unsurprisingly, the S8 Pro Ultra has more bells and whistles than the S8 Plus. However, both robot vacuums offer 6,000 Pa of suction power and have auto-empty docks.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 17:29

Excellent price for a business ultrabook (Image Source: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 with Intel i5-1235U, 16 GB LPDDR5-4800 and 512 GB NVMe SSD is 61% off

The 2022 ThinkBook 13x Gen 2 configuration on sale is powered by Intel's Alder Lake i5-1235U CPU coupled with 16 GB LPDDR5-4800 RAM and 512 GB NVMe SSD storage. The included 13.3-inch screen comes with a bright 2560 x 1600 IPS panel and the port selection includes 2x Thunderbolt 4 connectors.

Bogdan Solca, 28 Apr 2023 17:23

Reportedly Garmin will announce a new flagship smartwatch within the next few weeks. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Epix 2 Pro: New leak reveals alleged pricing, launch date and specifications

According to reports, Garmin will soon launch a new flagship smartwatch under the Epix Gen 2 series. Reputedly available in three sizes and several versions, the Epix 2 Pro will also have an optional sapphire crystal display to minimise scratches.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 17:08

The new Model S Plaid carbon ceramic brake kit (image: Tesla)

New Tesla update engages automatic braking at 125 MPH speed and in reverse

Tesla's Automatic Emergency Braking safety system will be working at much greater speeds up to 200 km/h (about 125 miles per hour) with the newest 2023.12.1 update that also brought a much needed fix for the windshield wiper speed. Not only that, but Tesla will also let AEB control the brakes while driving in reverse, too.

Daniel Zlatev, 28 Apr 2023 16:59

Sony is killing it with PS5 sales (image: Sony/YouTube)

PlayStation 5 sales break all records as Sony gears for wider PSVR 2 release

In the first quarter with improved PlayStation 5 retail availability, Sony sold the most of any gaming console in Q1, shipping 6.3 million PS5 units. Sony earned US$8.7 billion in operating income, too, riding on the wings of its gaming and music businesses.

Daniel Zlatev, 28 Apr 2023 16:18

AOKZOE will sell the A1 Pro in two colours. (Image source: AOKZOE)

AOKZOE A1 Pro: New AMD Ryzen 7 7840U gaming handheld gunning for ASUS ROG Ally with US$799 launch price

AOKZOE is preparing to launch the A1 Pro, its ASUS ROG Ally and Steam Deck rival. Starting at US$799, the AOKZOE A1 Pro has an 8-inch display, an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U APU with a Radeon 780M iGPU and up to 64 GB of RAM with 2 TB of storage.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 16:07

The Garmin Fenix 6S - Pro Solar Edition is discounted in the US. (Image source: Garmin)

Deal | Garmin Fenix 6S - Pro Solar Edition now US$470 off

Garmin has reduced the price of its Fenix 6S - Pro Solar Edition smartwatch by US$470 in the US, meaning you can currently buy the gadget for just US$329. Features of the wearable include solar charging for enhanced battery life of up to 10.5 days. You can also use the watch for heart rate monitoring, GPS and training tools.

Polly Allcock, 28 Apr 2023 15:32

The Redmi Smart TV MAX 90-in has a 4K display with a 144Hz refresh rate. (Image source: Xiaomi Youpin)

Redmi Smart TV MAX 90-in 4K 144Hz model now available

A Xiaomi Youpin pre-sale event for the Redmi Smart TV MAX 90-in has launched. The gadget has a 4K display with a 144Hz refresh rate and support for HDR10+. Other features of the device include integrated 30W speakers, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and support for AMD FreeSync Premium.

Polly Allcock, 28 Apr 2023 14:27

The CONNEQT Pulse can measure central blood pressure and provide arterial waveform analysis. (Image source: CONNEQT)

CardieX CONNEQT Pulse heart health monitor now has FDA 510(k) clearance

The CardieX CONNEQT Pulse blood pressure monitor has received FDA 510(k) clearance. The gadget uses patented technology to provide more insights than a traditional device, measuring your central blood pressure and other vascular biomarkers. The gadget is designed for at-home use and can detect signs of hypertension, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's.

Polly Allcock, 28 Apr 2023 14:23

The Pixel 7a is expected to retail for US$499. (Image source: @rquandt - edited)

Leaker reveals exclusive fourth colour option for imminent Google Pixel 7a

According to various reports, Google will release the Pixel 7a in four colours. Now, a new leak has revealed what this mystery colour will look like, which is reminiscent of 'Oh So Orange', a colour option exclusive to the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL.

Alex Alderson, 28 Apr 2023 14:10

The predecessor to the RX 7600, the RX 6600, launched at a starting price of US$330. (Source: Notebookcheck)

AMD Radeon RX 7600 launch and review dates leak: RDNA 3 mid-ranger is reportedly set to appear on store shelves late next month

According to serial leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead, AMD is finally releasing the company’s first budget RDNA 3 GPU, the RX 7600, in late May. Interestingly, Team Red has allegedly set two review dates for the GPU depending upon the price.

Fawad Murtaza, 28 Apr 2023 13:36

Deal | AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D now 27% off alongside a 90-day Amazon Music Unlimited freebie

One year since its release, the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D remains a competitive processor that provides a high level of performance for a great price. The ongoing 27% Amazon discount makes it even more tempting, and the US$325.99 price also brings 90 days of free Amazon Music Unlimited, a deal that only applies to new subscribers.

Codrut Nistor, 28 Apr 2023 09:24

AMD released the first RDNA 3 desktop GPUs in December 2022. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Early RX 7600 XT Navi 33 GPU reportedly offers double-digit performance bump vs RX 6650 XT while consuming less than 200 W

The RDNA 3 Navi 33 GPU is rumored to be featured in the upcoming RX 7600 and RX 7600 XT. According to Tom from Moore’s Law Is Dead, the Navi 33 outperforms the RX 6650 XT by a notable margin, possibly reaching levels offered by the RX 6700 XT. The GPU also reportedly consumes 175 W while doing so.

Fawad Murtaza, 28 Apr 2023 08:47

Redfall's PC system requirements have been revealed ahead of its May 2 launch (image via Arkane)

Redfall PC system requirements unveiled: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080/AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT required for an "Ultra" experience

Arkane has revealed Redfall's PC system requirements. The minimum hardware demanded includes an Intel Core i5-8400/AMD Ryzen 5 1600, AMD Radeon RX 580/Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070, 16 GB RAM and 100 GB of storage space. The game will be playable across all platforms on May 2.

Anil Ganti, 28 Apr 2023 02:23

Only laptop factory in Europe: A look into the Panasonic Toughbook plant in Cardiff

There are not many places in Europe where laptops are still made. One of these few places is the Welsh Cardiff, where the Panasonic Connect factory is located. We were able to take a peek inside the plant.

Benjamin Herzig, 28 Apr 2023 00:34

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