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RedMagic partners with BOE for the 8 Pro screen. (Source: RedMagic)

RedMagic 8 Pro touted to upgrade to 47-hour battery life and 50MP main camera ahead of launch

RedMagic asserts that its upcoming 8 Pro series will emerge as the most "evolved" form of its premium Android gaming smartphone line on December 26, 2022. To this end, the brand is hyping its upcoming flagships with a sneak peek at their second-gen under-display camera screens. They are touted to be joined by improved internal specs, main rear cameras and speakers.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Dec 2022 17:33
Lenovo promises: TrackPoint will always be present on ThinkPads

Lenovo promises: TrackPoint will always be present on ThinkPads

One could think that the TrackPoint is dying out. Dell and HP have buried their pointing stick variants, leaving only Lenovo with its ThinkPads. Now, Lenovo has promised: The TrackPoint will never die, as long as ThinkPads exist.
Benjamin Herzig, 24 Dec 2022 17:17
Noctua NH-D15 air cooler with two NF-A15 fans (Source: Noctua)

Deal | Noctua NH-D15 premium CPU cooler 30% off on Amazon

Released as the successor of the classic NH-D14 air cooler, the Noctua NH-D15 features 6 heatpipes and two NF-A15 140 mm fans with PWM support, also including high-end NT-H1 thermal paste. With a noise level of only 19.2 dB, this premium cooler is now 30% off, down to US$99.95 from a US$142.18 list price.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Dec 2022 13:05
Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 gaming monitor (Source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 gets 28% discount on Amazon

Discounted by 28% down to US$1,653.80 from a list price of US$2,299.99, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is similar to the less expensive Odyssey G9. The main difference between them is that it has HDMI 2.1 inputs and Mini LED backlighting, this providing slightly brighter images with improved local dimming.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Dec 2022 11:39
Final Fantasy VII Remake and Final Fantasy XVI will be PS5 exclusives forever. (Image Source: Square Enix Store)

Sony permanently blocks Final Fantasy VII Remake, Final Fantasy XVI, and two other games from coming to Xbox, Microsoft makes three Bethesda games Xbox and PC exclusive

In a reply to the UK CMA back in October, Microsoft has stated that Sony has permanently blocked popular titles such as Final Fantasy VII Remake (FF7R), Final Fantasy XVI (FFXVI), Bloodborne, and Silent Hill 2 remaster from coming to the Xbox. Microsoft, in turn, will be making three upcoming Bethesda games, likely Starfield, Redfall, and another unknown title, Xbox and PC exclusive.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Dec 2022 11:24
The Vivo X90 does put up a great performance. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo X90 and MediaTek Dimensity 9200 fail to outperform the A16 Bionic in a real-world gaming test

The Dimensity 9200 has only been used on the Vivo X90 so far, and looks to be a home run, especially GPU-wise. The MediaTek chipset outperformed the Apple A16 Bionic in synthetic GPU benchmarks recently, and has now been put through a real-world gaming test.
Ricci Rox, 24 Dec 2022 10:34
Best Buy has a notworthy deal for the good-looking G604 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse (Image: Logitech)

Deal | 65% discount makes Logitech's G604 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse a perfect last-minute Christmas gift for gamers

Thanks to a same-day store pickup option, Best Buy's current deal for the popular Logitech G604 Lightspeed is an excellent last-minute gift for avid gamers who could use a wireless gaming mouse upgrade just in time for Christmas.
Enrico Frahn, 23 Dec 2022 21:25
Wrong pedal crashed this Tesla into an ambulance, not Autopilot (image: SDFD)

Self-driving Tesla ads to be outlawed in California

The proposition that California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed into law will kick in as soon as 2023 rolls in, banning advertising vehicles as self-driving if they still require driver supervision. The upcoming autonomous driving ads ban doesn't explicitly mention Tesla, but it has been crafted in response to DMV's tussle with Elon Musk's automaker.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Dec 2022 20:02
AMD unveiled the Ryzen 9 7950X on August 30. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Ryzen 9 7950X price experiences a massive 19% drop on Amazon

The Ryzen 9 7950X is a 16-core/32-thread CPU built on AMD’s latest Zen 4 architecture. With a base and boost clock of 4.5 GHz and 5.7 GHz respectively, the chip is a beast performer no matter the workload. Amazon is now selling the Ryzen 9 7950X for US$131 off its MSRP.
Fawad Murtaza, 23 Dec 2022 18:48
Patent-based Apple Car render (image: Vanorama)

Apple Car may use LG batteries and EV components

Yet another source is suggesting that LG may become a major Apple Car components supplier, but this time it might be Apple that has approached it. LG has reportedly crafted a working group to entertain Apple's supply request for everything from batteries to the cameras needed for an eventual Apple Car autonomous driving kit.
Daniel Zlatev, 23 Dec 2022 17:54
Asus Chromebook Flip C434 Chrome OS convertible (Source: Asus)

Deal | Asus Chromebook Flip C434 gets massive 52% discount on Amazon

Powered by the Intel Core M3-8100Y processor and equipped with 8 GB of memory and 64 GB of rather slow eMMC storage, the Asus Chromebook Flip C434 also sports a 14-inch FHD touchscreen display. The Amazon list price of US$539.99 is now down by 52%, so those interested can grab this Chrome OS convertible for US$259.99.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Dec 2022 17:15
A new 19.2 kW onboard charger for the Porsche Taycan nearly halves the time to charge the EV's battery to 100%. (Image source: Porsche)

Porsche Taycan onboard charger upgrade almost halves charging times

Porsche has revealed a new 19.2 kW onboard charger for the Taycan, which nearly halves the time to reach full charge. For example, the standard battery will now fully charge in 4.8 rather than 9.5 hours. The part will be an option for new EVs and can also be retrofitted to older models.
23 Dec 2022 13:01
The Zeblaze Vibe 7 Pro smartwatch can last for up to 30 days in standby mode. (Image source: Zeblaze)

Zeblaze Vibe 7 Pro smartwatch with large AMOLED display and 30-day battery life unveiled

The Zeblaze Vibe 7 Pro smartwatch has been listed as “coming soon” on AliExpress. The wearable has a larger 1.43-in (~36 mm) AMOLED display and a range of health features. Plus, you can use the watch to make Bluetooth calls, and the device lasts up to 30 days when in standby mode.
Polly Allcock, 23 Dec 2022 12:58
Samsung Odyssey G9 49-inch curved gaming monitor (Source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung Odyssey G9 drops by 32% on Amazon

With a list price of US$1,399.99, the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G9 gaming monitor comes with a curve that matches that of the human eye and features a 240 Hz refresh rate alongside a 125% sRGB color gamut. Thanks to the ongoing 32% discount, those interested can purchase it from Amazon for US$949.02.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Dec 2022 12:51
MSI Crosshair 15 Rainbow Six: Extraction Edition in review. (Image Source: MSI)

MSI Crosshair 15 R6E in review: Core i7-12700H and RTX 3070 combo augurs well for QHD gaming

Although this is not the fastest Core i7-12700H implementation we've seen, the combination of this processor with an RTX 3070 Laptop GPU impresses in our review of the MSI Crosshair 15 Rainbow Six: Extraction Edition. The laptop also offers a good QHD 165 Hz panel that can come in handy for content creators as well.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Dec 2022 09:54
Intel Meteor Lake will use the LGA 1851 socket. (Source: Intel)

Flagship Meteor Lake 22-core CPU apparently canceled as Intel could market MTL-S towards prospective Core i5/i7 gamers

Intel announced earlier that the 14th gen “Meteor Lake” CPUs will succeed the 13th gen “Raptor Lake” chips in 2023. The architecture will be built using the Intel 4 process with separate CPU, GPU, I/O, and SoC tiles. Now, new information from hardware leaker Moore’s Law is Dead suggests that Team Blue may be having trouble developing flagship MTL-S desktop parts.
Fawad Murtaza, 23 Dec 2022 09:53
Retailers like Amazon and Best Buy are currently selling the 55-inch Sony A80K OLED for its most enticing sale price to date (Image: Sony)

Deal | Gorgeous Sony Bravia A80K OLED TV gets 35% discount and returns to its lowest sale price on Amazon

The popular 55-inch model variant of the Sony Bravia A80K is now back on sale at Amazon, where the beautiful OLED TV can currently be ordered for US$1,298 including free shipping, which results in a considerable US$702 discount in comparison to the original list price.
Enrico Frahn, 22 Dec 2022 22:52
Schenker's latest Vision (15). (Source: Schenker)

Schenker Vision 15 refreshes to an E23 model with Alder Lake silicon

Schenker has announced that the Vision 15 is now available with a CPU upgrade. The thin-and-light laptop still has a 15.6-inch FHD touchscreen, but can now be ordered with an Alder Lake platform. This E23 version also comes with LPDDR5 RAM and Wi-Fi 6E for the first time.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2022 19:50
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G10 30th Anniversary Laptop review: OLED edition with stamina issues

89% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G10 30th Anniversary Laptop review: OLED edition with stamina issues

30 years of the ThinkPad. OLED is no longer new technology, but its introduction in laptops has been delayed. This is especially true of the more conservative notebooks for business customers, such as the ThinkPad series. The 30th Anniversary Edition of the X1 Carbon G10 is a special model that comes with OLED.
Intel Core i7-1260P, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1.2 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 22 Dec 2022 19:39
The "global G53". (Source: SnoopyTech via Twitter)

Motorola Moto G53 tipped to upgrade to an OLED display and a newer chipset for the global market

The Moto G53 is Motorola's latest mid-range 5G smartphone for the Chinese market. Now, according to the latest leaks, it is going international soon, albeit with slightly different specs. They include a display and SoC replacement, although it will still have a 50MP main rear camera and Android 13 out of the box.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2022 18:41
BMW invests in pilot solid-state battery production (image: Solid Power)

Solid-state battery developer inks US$20 million deal with BMW for pilot electrode production

BMW's long-term commitment to the solid-state battery technology research of the US company Solid Power seems to finally be bearing fruit. The two companies will establish a partnership over a pilot solid-state battery cell production in Germany.
Daniel Zlatev, 22 Dec 2022 14:46
OnePlus Buds Z2 TWS ANC earbuds (Source: OnePlus)

Deal | OnePlus Buds Z2 TWS ANC earbuds 50% off on Amazon

Sporting both active noise cancelation and an audio transparency mode like most competing products, the OnePlus Buds Z2 wireless earbuds come with a superior battery life of up to 38 hours (24 hours with ANC turned on). With a list price of US$99.99, the OnePlus Buds Z2 can be acquired now from Amazon for half the price.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Dec 2022 14:20
The RTX 4090 Laptop GPU is configurable between 150 W - 175 W TGP along with a 25 W Dynamic Boost. (Image Source: Nvidia)

Rumor | Nvidia RTX 4090 and RTX 4080 Laptop GPUs rated for 2 GHz+ boost and up to 200 W TGP including Dynamic Boost, RTX 4060 and RTX 4050 up to 95 W or 165 W each

Alleged clock and TGP specifications of Nvidia's upcoming Ada RTX 40 Laptop GPU lineup have now surfaced. The purported specs seem to indicate up to 200 W TGP including Dynamic Boost for the RTX 4090 and RTX 4080 Laptop GPUs with boost clocks well above the 2 GHz mark. GPUs from the RTX 4070 onwards can be configured between 115 W and 140 W (+25 W) TGP with the RTX 4060 and RTX 4050 also slated to be available in 85+10 W options.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 22 Dec 2022 13:59
December Model Y and Model 3 deliveries get $7,500 discount (image: Tesla)

Tesla doubles its Model 3 and Model Y price discount to the full US$7,500 federal subsidy amount

Tesla apparently expects its cars to qualify for the whole of the new EV federal subsidy on January 1, so it is now doubling the credit it was giving to customers who buy its EVs for December delivery. The Treasury postponed its subsidy requirement guidelines for March, and now all made-in-US EVs will reportedly get the full subsidy amount in Q1.
Daniel Zlatev, 22 Dec 2022 10:42
Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet & Fire TV Stick 4K bundle (Source: Amazon)

Deal | Amazon Fire HD 10 Tablet & Fire TV Stick 4K bundle gets 50% discount

Sold as the "Ultimate Entertainment Bundle," the combo that brings together the Fire HD 10 tablet and Fire TV Stick 4K is only available with the 32 GB lockscreen ad-supported tablet in black. However, the 50% discount pushes the price down to a wallet-friendly value of just US$99.39.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Dec 2022 10:26
What does AAS-Ultra do in the Zenbook Pro 16X OLED?

Asus Zenbook Pro 16X OLED reviewed: What does AAS-Ultra bring to the table?

The keyboard of the Zenbook Pro 16X is positioned at a 7° angle, which is intended to provide the device with better cooling. In our review, we examine which advantages and disadvantages result from the laptop's unusual design. In any case, the Zenbook extracts a lot of performance from powerful hardware.
Marc Herter, 22 Dec 2022 10:21
The Asus ROG Phone 6D Ultimate comes in particularly elaborate cylinder-shaped packaging and also includes the optional cooler.

Asus ROG Phone 6D: How is it different to the ROG Phone 6?

Can the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ keep up with the fastest Snapdragon on the market? We answer this question and more in our review of the Asus ROG Phone 6D and 6D Ultimate. Here's a quick summary of what we found.
Florian Schmitt, 22 Dec 2022 09:07
The Galaxy S23 series might launch in a little over six weeks' time, Galaxy S22 Ultra pictured. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Leakers point to earlier than expected launch for Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra

According to new reports, Samsung has settled on a date for its next Galaxy Unpacked event, where it is expected to reveal the Galaxy S23 series. Purportedly, the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra will all arrive as February rolls around, leaving just six weeks until the arrival of Samsung's next-generation flagships.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2022 00:52
The Atari VCS relies on an old AMD Raven Ridge APU. (Image source: Atari)

Atari ceases Atari VCS manufacturing citing losses and over 90% revenue drop

Atari is ceasing production of the Atari VCS, just 18 months into the console's lifespan. With revenues drying up and losses mounting, Atari is looking to third parties for licensing deals to plug the gap.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2022 00:26
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 7 vs. IdeaPad Flex 5 review: Faster processor and better touchscreen

83% Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 7 vs. IdeaPad Flex 5 review: Faster processor and better touchscreen

Core i7-1255U and 1400p IPS. Lenovo's affordable convertible comes with Thunderbolt 4 and above average stats considering the US$1000 retail price. There's one particular change from the IdeaPad Flex 5, however, that has us rolling our eyes.
Intel Core i7-1255U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 21 Dec 2022 22:47
Amazon currently sells the spacious 2TB variant of the Crucial P3 Plus PCIe 4.0 SSD for just US$124.99 (Image: Crucial)

Deal | 2TB Crucial P3 Plus NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD gets massive 34% discount on Amazon

With sequential read speeds of up to 5,000MB/s, the Crucial P3 Plus makes a perfect primary SSD in modern laptops and desktop PCs, especially since the large 2TB version of this quick NVMe PCIe 4.0 drive can now be ordered for just US$124.99 on Amazon.
Enrico Frahn, 21 Dec 2022 22:03
Apple Watch Series 8 long term test - A small upgrade for the showpiece smartwatch

Apple Watch Series 8 long term test - A small upgrade for the showpiece smartwatch

Accident detection included. With the Watch Series 8, Apple only offers few innovations on the hardware side. They are limited to the temperature sensors. The rest are software features that include accident detection and a detailed prediction of the female menstrual cycle. We summarize our experiences in this test.
Apple S8, 1.9", 38.8 g
Daniel Schmidt, Klaus Hinum, 21 Dec 2022 19:56
The 2024 Electra E5 SUV (image: Buick)

EV retooling to cost Buick dealers US$300,000 a pop as new Electra E5 SUV is unveiled

It will cost US$300,000-US$400,000 per dealership to retrofit the lots for electric vehicle sales from their current state, reports Buick. Those dealers who don't accept the GM buyout and prefer to remain independent will have to prepare for the EV era of cars like the Electra E5 that Buick will be bringing to the US in 2024.
Daniel Zlatev, 21 Dec 2022 19:42
SanDisk Extreme 1 TB microSDXC memory card (Source: SanDisk)

Deal | SanDisk Extreme microSD memory cards up to 47% off on Amazon

Available from 32 GB to 1 TB, the SanDisk Extreme family of microSD memory cards is now down by up to 47% on Amazon. This generous discount is applied to the 1 TB version, which can be acquired for US$159.99, down from a list price of US$299.99. The 256 GB and 512 GB capacities also come with discounts over 40%.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Dec 2022 19:04
DualSense Edge comes with swappable joysticks (image: Sony)

New Sony PlayStation 5 DualSense Edge controller battery life tipped prior to release

Sony's expensive answer to the Xbox Elite controller - the upcoming DualSense Edge - costs US$200 and features a rich set of customization options for dedicated gamers, including easy to replace modular joysticks. It will, however, also come with shorter battery life than the regular DualSense that ships with the PlayStation 5.
Daniel Zlatev, 21 Dec 2022 18:25
The Zero Ultra. (Source: Infinix)

Infinix Zero Ultra launches in India as the country's first 180W ThunderCharge smartphone

The Zero Ultra has launched compatible with Infinix' fastest power brick to date, not to mention a 200MP main rear camera. Now, the OEM has announced that the new Android smartphone is bringing its ThunderCharge technology with it to India. It will be made available at a "special launch price" via Flipkart later in December 2022.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Dec 2022 17:49
A Raspberry Pi 5 Model B will not launch until 2024 at the earliest. (Image source: Harrison Broadbent)

Raspberry Pi CEO outlines 'very ginger' approach to introducing Rasberry Pi 5 Model B

Raspberry Pi's CEO has commented on when the company will release a next-generation Raspberry Pi product. According to Eben Upton, no new Raspberry Pi products will be released next year, with the Raspberry Pi 5 Model B shelved until 2024 at the earliest.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2022 17:30
Samsung 12 nm-class DDR5 (Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Samsung unveils industry's first 12 nm-class DDR5 DRAM with speeds up to 7.2 Gbps

Unveiled earlier today and set to enter the mass production stage next year, the industry's first 12 nm-class DDR5 DRAM by Samsung aims to push forward computing, data center, and AI applications. Although not the fastest ones, these chips come with the industry's highest die density, which allows a 20% higher wafer productivity.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Dec 2022 17:22
The new RT3. (Source: Oukitel)

Oukitel RT3 launches as a compact rugged Android tablet with a special launch price

Oukitel's latest rugged tablet has launched just in time for end-of-year celebrations. It has emerged as an even more portable version of its RT1 predecessor, although it debuts with more up-to-date software out of the box. It is now available with a sizeable discount off its listed retail price for a limited time.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Dec 2022 17:01
The ThinkPhone will not be available with Qualcomm's latest flagship silicon. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Motorola ThinkPhone: Leakers reveal more details and high-quality renders

Evan Blass has leaked more renders for the ThinkPhone, a ThinkPad-inspired smartphone that Lenovo will sell through Motorola. The ThinkPhone is expected to be available with up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage too, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2022 16:40
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is rumoured to offer a step up in camera hardware over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi 13 Ultra to launch with periscope camera that 'will shock everyone'

According to new reports, Xiaomi is planning to equip the Xiaomi 13 Ultra with a showstopping periscope camera. Possibly even outperforming the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Galaxy S23 Ultra in this regard, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is also rumoured to contain up masses of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.0 flash storage.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2022 16:27
The 11's cameras in close detail. (Source: OnePlus)

Rumor | OnePlus 11 sweeps past the 1.3 million mark on AnTuTu with high-end RAM and storage specs

AnTuTu Benchmark now claims to have tested a device with a model number previously linked to the OnePlus 11, and to have found that it excels in terms of performance thanks to high-end internals such as the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC. Meanwhile, the OEM is ramping up hype for its updated design through fresh teasers for its upcoming flagship Android smartphone.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Dec 2022 15:44
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G3 Intel reviewed: quiet mobile companion with great performance

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G3 Intel reviewed: quiet mobile companion with great performance

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G3 Intel not only sports a new design with a 16:10 display, but also surprised us with a powerful and efficient Intel Core i5-1235U as well as a fairly quiet fan. The compact Lenovo ThinkPad has become more like the ThinkPad X1 Carbon G10.
Marvin Gollor, 21 Dec 2022 15:24
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G3 Intel review

89% Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G3 Intel laptop review: quiet, efficient and fast

Core i5-1235U showcases its potential The latest ThinkPad T14s G3 has finally received a 16:10 display, a surprisingly powerful Intel Alder Lake-U CPU and faster LPDDR5 RAM as part of a redesign by Lenovo. Furthermore, the 14-inch business-oriented ThinkPad showed modest power consumption and very low emissions during our testing. In this review, we’ll discuss whether all these qualities are enough for the ThinkPad T14s G3 to prevail against AMD-based laptops or Lenovo’s own ThinkPad X1 Carbon G10.
Intel Core i5-1235U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 14", 1.3 kg
Marvin Gollor, 21 Dec 2022 15:22
Alienware AW2521H 24.5-inch 360 Hz gaming monitor (Source: Alienware)

Deal | Alienware AW2521H 24.5-inch 360 Hz gaming monitor now 27% off on Amazon

Packing an IPS panel with an extreme refresh rate of 360 Hz and NVIDIA Reflex Latency Analyzer, 1 ms GtG response time, as well as sRGB 99% color gamut, the 24.5-inch Alienware AW2521H gaming monitor has an MSRP tag that reads US$649.99. Amazon's current list price of US$627.89 is now down to US$457.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Dec 2022 12:58
The iPhone SE 4, or iPhone SE (2023) was expected to resemble an iPhone XR. (Image source: FrontPageTech & Ian Zelbo)

Apple iPhone SE 4: Analyst claims 2024 postponement or cancellation of iPhone SE 2023

According to a new report, Apple has put a next-generation iPhone SE on ice. Potentially postponed until 2024 or cancelled entirely, the iPhone SE 4 or iPhone SE 2023 was thought to mimic the iPhone XR, but with an A15 Bionic chipset instead of the A12 Bionic.
Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2022 12:48
The Samsung The Premiere 4K UST projector is currently discounted in several countries. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung The Premiere 4K UST projector now US$1,000 off

Samsung has discounted The Premiere, an ultra-short throw 4K projector, offering over US$1,000 off the device. The deal is available in various countries, including the US, the UK, Canada and France. The gadget can throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide at up to 2,200 ANSI lumens brightness.
Polly Allcock, 21 Dec 2022 10:36
A Jet Lag Advisor feature has been added to Fenix 7 and Epix smartwatches via Alpha update 11.15. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Alpha version 11.15 for Fenix 7 and Epix smartwatches arrives with Jet Lag Advisor

Garmin has announced that software Alpha version 11.15 is now available to download for various smartwatches such as the Fenix 7 and Epix (Gen 2). The update brings new features like Jet Lag Adviser, which can help you reduce the impact of travel on your body. Plus, the software brings support for Connect IQ System 6.
Polly Allcock, 21 Dec 2022 10:33
Nvidia's upcoming Blackwell RTX 50 lineup could finally make the transition to an MCM architecture. (In pic: Nvidia Grace Hopper H100 CNX)

Rumor | Nvidia Blackwell RTX 50 rumored to offer biggest perf leap in history, company planned GH202 Hopper as contingency in case AMD had faster RDNA 3

Fresh rumors indicate Nvidia wants to retain its leads in consumer graphics with the upcoming Blackwell RTX 50 series. Blackwell is likely to make the transition to a chiplet architecture along with a new denoising accelerator directly built into the RT pipeline. Nvidia apparently also had plans of releasing a consumer version of Hopper just in case AMD beat them to the finish line with RDNA 3.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Dec 2022 10:12
New Nvidia Titan Ada renders have emerged online (image via Moore's Law is Dead)

Cancelled Nvidia Titan Ada graphics card smiles for the camera in leaked renders

Moore's Law is Dead posted what he claims is the cancelled Nvidia Titan graphics card based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. It features a quad-slot cooler design and had two 18-pin power connectors. Currently, Nvidia has no plans to launch the model anytime soon.
Anil Ganti, 21 Dec 2022 09:30
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