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The ROG Flow X16 is a compelling package with Ryzen 6000 APUs and powerful discrete GPUs. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS ROG Flow X16: Convertible gaming laptop launches in Europe from €2,499

ASUS has started selling the ROG Flow X16 in Europe, where it starts at €2,499. Paired with AMD Ryzen 6000 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series GPUs, the ROG Flow X16 also has a Mini LED display that peaks at 1,000 nits in a convertible design. The ROG Flow X16 nearly hits €4,000 in some configurations, though.
Alex Alderson, 25 Jul 2022 14:21
The LG 49WQ95C outputs at 5,120 x 1,440 pixels and 144 Hz. (Image source: LG)

LG 49WQ95C debuts with a 49-inch Nano IPS panel, a 32:9 aspect ratio and a 144 Hz refresh rate

LG has unveiled the 49WQ95C, another monitor that falls under its UltraWide brand. Equipped with a 49-inch Nano IPS panel, the LG 49WQ95C has plenty of connectivity to go with its high resolution and high refresh rate display.
Alex Alderson, 25 Jul 2022 14:17
The LOKMAT APPLLP 2 PRO smartwatch has a 1.6-in HD touchscreen. (Image source: LOKMAT)

LOKMAT APPLLP 2 PRO smartwatch has 1.6-in HD touchscreen and 4G SIM support

The LOKMAT APPLLP 2 PRO smartwatch is available globally from China via AliExpress. The gadget has a 1.6-in HD touchscreen and runs on Android 11. A SIM card slot with support for 4G enables you to make calls and browse the internet. Plus, a built-in camera allows facial recognition and video calling.
Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 14:01
The COLMI C60 smartwatch can measure your heart rate, blood pressure and SpO2 levels. (Image source: COLMI)

COLMI C60 smartwatch launches with 1.9-in screen and blood pressure monitor

The COLMI C60 smartwatch has launched with a 1.9-in screen and 240 x 280 px resolution. The device has various health tracking features, such as heart rate, blood pressure and SpO2 monitors. Plus, you can connect the gadget to your phone to receive notifications and phone calls or use the watch to track your exercise and sleep.
Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 14:00
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The Watch 3 Pro should arrive alongside the MatePad Pro 11. (Image source: Huawei)

New Huawei Watch 3 Pro previewed ahead of July 27 hardware launch event

Huawei has teased a new version of the Watch 3 Pro, which it will launch first in China. Due to be unveiled later this week, the new Watch 3 Pro could take ECGs, as well as offering a new navigation system, among other changes.
Alex Alderson, 25 Jul 2022 13:06
The Smartmi Jya Fjord Air Purifier has a CADR of 450 m³/h (255 cfm). (Image source: Smartmi)

Smartmi Jya Fjord Air Purifier launches in US with 450 m³/h CADR and Apple HomeKit support

The Smartmi Jya Fjord Air Purifier is now available in the US, with a three-stage purification system. The device can clean rooms up to 518 ft² (~54 m²) in size, with a clean air delivery rate (CADR) of 450 m³/h (255 cfm). The gadget is compatible with many smart home systems, including Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa and Google Home.
Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 13:05
The Shell RIDE SR-5B has a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph). (Image source: Shell RIDE)

Shell RIDE SR-5B e-bike has top speed of 28 mph and 50-mile range

The Shell RIDE SR-5B e-bike is coming soon, with a top speed of 28 mph (~45 kph) thanks to a 500 W motor. A 48 V battery provides up to 50 miles (~80 km) of range. The electric bicycle has comfort features, including 27.5-in fat tires and a front suspension fork. Two other e-bikes from the Shell RIDE range are also due to launch, the SR-3B and SR-4B.
Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 12:58
The NIO-Sinopec partnership combines battery swaps and EV charging at gas stations (image: NIO/YouTube)

Beijing will use existing gas stations as EV charging and battery swap centers with energy storage abilities

The current gas station infrastructure in China will be gradually retrofitted to serve electric vehicles as well by 2025, according to the Beijing Municipal Commission of Urban Management's power development plan released last week. Beijing plans to expand its charging infrastructure so every electric car would have a stall or swap station in a 2-mile radius.
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jul 2022 12:49
The Pixel 6a debuted at Google I/O 2022 in May. (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 6a teardown video highlights plastic back and improved repairability

The Pixel 6a will start shipping this week, ahead of which PBKreviews has shared a teardown video on YouTube. While the Pixel 6a looks an awful lot like the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, it seems that Google has learned some lessons with regard to repairability from its recent flagship smartphones.
Alex Alderson, 25 Jul 2022 12:05
A 450 MP smartphone camera could be in the works. (Source: Samsung)

New Samsung trademark hints at potential 450 MP camera sensor

Samsung, last week, filed a new trademark in Korea that provides hints as to the company's plans for an upcoming camera sensor. This sensor could be a 450 MP one, with a post-binning pixel size matching that of the 1-inch Sony IMX989 on the Xiaomi 12S Ultra.
Ricci Rox, 25 Jul 2022 11:39
A DIY solar-powered e-bike can support payloads up to 350 lbs (~159 kg). (Image source: Electrek)

DIY solar-powered e-bike uses 1,500 W controller and 50 W solar panel

A DIY solar-powered e-bike has been demonstrated by an Electrek reader. The pedelec uses the Rad Power Bikes RadWagon 4 electric cargo bike as a base, with an upgraded 1,500 W controller. A 50 W solar panel allows the battery, which usually provides 45 miles (~72 km) of range, to trickle charge on the go.
Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 11:18
The Xiaomi Smart Home Screen 6 has a built-in 2 MP HD camera. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Smart Home Screen 6 launches as cheaper hub with 5.45-in touchscreen and voice commands

The Xiaomi Smart Home Screen 6 is now available to pre-order in China for 349 yuan (~US$52). The hub has a 5.45-in touchscreen with a 960 x 480 px resolution. You can control the gadget and linked smart home devices via an app or Xiao AI voice commands. Plus, the product has a built-in 2 MP HD camera for video calls and facial recognition.
Polly Allcock, 25 Jul 2022 11:06
Magic Dock Superchargers will soon top up other EVs (image: Tesla)

Tesla will open its Supercharger network for other electric cars in 2022 to tap billions in government subsidies with Magic Docks

Tesla has supercharged its government EV charging network subsidy application efforts, already winning millions in a California grant for rural Supercharger infrastructure expansion. The culmination of its efforts to get in on the government's money is a combined Tesla-CCS Supercharger stall called the Magic Dock that may be designed to qualify for taxpayer rebates.
Daniel Zlatev, 25 Jul 2022 10:05
The XMG Pro 17 has a lot of performance in store.

Schenker XMG Pro 17 E22: Graphics performance above all

Big and black - this gaming laptop can only really make an impression when you open it. And this is only marginally due to the RGB keyboard. Instead, it's mainly the hardware that can show what this laptop is capable of.
Mario Petzold, 25 Jul 2022 07:28
The Sense 2 will be Fitbit's next flagship smartwatch. (Image source: 9to5Google)

Fitbit to address divisive Sense and Versa 3 feature with upcoming Sense 2 and Versa 4 smartwatches

Fitbit is preparing to release new smartwatches, with the company set on replacing the Sense and Versa 3. While the Sense 2 and Versa 4 resemble their predecessors, Fitbit has changed how people will interact with the pair. The Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4 should launch later this year.
Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2022 22:27
Arc Battlemage is rumored to be bringing extreme performance with a multi-GPU architecture. (Image Source: Moore's Law is Dead on YouTube)

Intel Arc Alchemist refresh reportedly in the works as next-gen Arc Battlemage supposedly gets delayed

Arc Alchemist is Intel’s first foray into dedicated gaming hardware meant to compete directly with Nvidia and AMD. Rumor has it that Intel might be planning a refresh of the Arc Alchemist GPU lineup for notebooks. The refresh, if true, will be surprising since notebooks with Arc Alchemist dGPUs haven't been on the market for too long.
Fawad Murtaza, 24 Jul 2022 22:15
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra could be one of the first smartphones that receives MIUI 14. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

First MIUI 14 signs based on Android 13 emerge alongside unofficial eligibility list with nearly 125 devices

According to new reports, Xiaomi may not release MIUI 13.5 after all. Instead, the company is now expected to move devices from MIUI 13 directly to MIUI 14. With the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro series some of the first devices to receive internal MIUI 14 builds, Xiaomi is laying the groundwork to upgrade almost 125 devices. Plenty of fan favourites will be left stranded on MIUI 13 though, including the Redmi K20 and Mi 9 series.
Alex Alderson, 24 Jul 2022 21:40
AMD's RDNA2 graphics architecture can also be found in consoles such as the PS5 and Xbox Series X. (Image source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 5 6600H vs Intel Core i5-12600H: New PassMark run leaves Alder Lake part with an edge but Rembrandt has RDNA2 appeal

The AMD Ryzen 5 6600H processor has finally made its way onto PassMark where it has produced synthetic benchmark results that put it into close-quarter confrontation with the Intel Core i5-12600H. However, while the Alder Lake part has to make do with Iris XE Graphics (80 EUs), the Rembrandt chip can boast of having an RDNA2-powered Radeon 660M iGPU.
Daniel R Deakin, 24 Jul 2022 20:53
The Tesla Model Y base model can be ordered for a list price of at least US$65,990 (Image: Tesla)

Elon Musk: Prices for the Model Y and other Tesla vehicles are "frankly at embarrassing levels"

The prices of EVs made by the Texas-based automaker have risen sharply due to the rampant inflation, and they have now hit an embarrassingly high level according to its CEO. Musk therefore hopes that a waning inflation towards the end of the year could pave the way for potential price reductions of popular electric cars like the Tesla Model Y.
Enrico Frahn, 24 Jul 2022 20:33
The Stromer ST7 has a Pinion electronic shifting system and a top speed of 45 kph (~28 mph). (Image source: Stromer)

Stromer ST7 s-pedelec has electronic shifting system and 260 km range

The Stromer ST7 is a speed pedelec with a Pinion electronic shifting system for fast paddle-activated gear changes. The e-bike has a top speed of 45 kph (~28 mph) and up to 260 km (~160 miles) range. You can use Bluetooth to connect your smartphone to the bike, enabling an auto-locking feature and in-app controls.
Polly Allcock, 24 Jul 2022 20:10
The VELLO Bike+ Titanium has a theoretically infinite range thanks to self-charging technology. (Image source: VELLO)

VELLO Bike+ Titanium ultra-lightweight e-bike weighs 9.9 kg with theoretically infinite range

The VELLO Bike+ Titanium is an ultra-lightweight e-bike, weighing just 9.9 kg (~21.8 lbs). The pedelec’s standard model has a top speed of 25 kph (~16 mph), which increases to 40 kph (~25 mph) with a Schlumpf motor. Through self-charging technology, the bicycle theoretically has infinite range; on a single charge, the battery would last for 50 km (~31 miles) without on-the-go charging.
Polly Allcock, 24 Jul 2022 20:07
Apple MacBook Air M2 Entry Review – A very good, but too expensive daily MacBook

92% Apple MacBook Air M2 Entry Review – A very good, but too expensive daily MacBook

The M2 is not as efficient as the M1. After almost two years, the MacBook Air M1 finally gets a successor that is specifically designed for Apple’s own silicon. The new Air with the M2 CPU also comes with a much steeper price, because the entry-level unit with 8 GB RAM and a meager 256 GB SSD starts for $1299. Is the price justified?
Apple M2, M2 8-Core GPU, 13.6", 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 24 Jul 2022 19:49
The Redmi Pad will likely be cheaper than the Xiaomi Pad 5. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Pad: Alleged live image of Xiaomi's first budget tablet surfaces alongside rumors of a MediaTek Kompanio chipset

A new image has now surfaced on Chinese social media pages claiming to depict the upcoming Redmi Pad in the flesh. The tablet shows off a clean design, perhaps with some design inspirations from the Realme Pad X—a tablet it's expected to go up against.
Ricci Rox, 24 Jul 2022 19:20
Zotac ZBOX PI336 pico (Source: Zotac)

Zotac ZBOX PI336 pico review: A pocket PC with Intel Celeron N6211 and 4 GB of RAM

Silent Mini PC! Under the label ZBOX PI336 pico, Zotac markets very compact desktop PCs that can easily fit in your pant pocket. However, the current model based on an Elkhart Lake SOC is not always convincing. Find out in this review with numerous benchmarks what the Zotac ZBOX PI336 pico with the Intel Celeron N6211 is able to do.
Intel Celeron N6211, UHD Graphics (Elkhart Lake 16 EU), 293 g
Sebastian Bade, 24 Jul 2022 18:57
The 12S Ultra on a YouTube rite of passage. (Source: JerryRigEverything)

Xiaomi 12S Ultra is the latest super-flagship Android smartphone to feature on the JerryRigEverything bend-test video series

The 12S Ultra is one of Xiaomi's most distinctive Android flagships to date, not the least because of its new 1-inch main camera sensor. Now, JerryRigEverything host Zach Nelson has put the extra-premium device through the classic battery of YouTube durability tests. Could the new Ultra's design make it more likely to snap in half?
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2022 15:50
Our review of the XMG Pro 15: the RTX 3080 Ti gamer has a lot of good features

Our review of the Schenker XMG Pro 15: The RTX 3080 Ti gamer has a lot of good features

Our review of the XMG Pro 15 with an i7-12700 H and a RTX 3080 Ti is now complete. Schenker advertises the XMG Pro 15 as an all-round laptop for gamers and workstation users with highlights such as a QHD display with great color space coverage, for example. However, some decent features are accompanied by small "but". Perhaps too many.
Christian Hintze, 24 Jul 2022 15:37
The Edge 20 Fusion. (Source: Motorola)

Motorola Edge 30 Fusion is tipped for an imminent debut with leaks via the FCC, 3C and Wi-Fi Alliance

It seems the Motorola Edge 20 Fusion is due a successor. A device, sometimes referenced overtly as a next-gen member of its line, has now registered on the databases of the FCC and 3C regulators, among others. These leaks hint at a considerable charging upgrade in the upcoming 2022 Android smartphone.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2022 14:47
The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop 2 Pro has up to 3,000 Pa suction power. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop 2 Pro launches with 3,000 Pa suction power and Professional Mopping Mode 2.0

The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop 2 Pro has been launched in India. The robot has 3,000 Pa suction power and can clean an area up to 2,000 ft² (186 m²) on a single charge. Professional Mopping Mode 2.0 technology allows the gadget to mop at 10,000 vibrations per minute. Plus, the device is equipped with many sensors to help it avoid obstacles.
Polly Allcock, 24 Jul 2022 14:45
A Nord Buds CE specs teaser. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord Buds CE are set to launch in India at the start of August 2022

OnePlus has recently established the Nord CE sub-series for smartphones - now, the OEM has announced that it is for TWS earbuds too. The first accessories of these types seem to be exclusive to the Indian market, and are to debuted there with relatively large drivers for "Dynamic Bass" thus far.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Jul 2022 13:26
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The Moto X30 Pro is coming with a 200 MP camera. (Source: Motorola)

Moto X30 Pro: World's first 200 MP phone to debut alongside the Moto Razr 2022 on August 2

Motorola has two new devices ready for launch. The Motorola X30 Pro will be its main flagship for the year and will arrive with a 200 MP camera, while the Moto Razr 2022 will be the company's newest take at a clamshell. Both premium devices have now been confirmed to debut on August 2.
Ricci Rox, 24 Jul 2022 10:32
Xgimi Aura

Hands-On Xgimi Aura Projector - Inexpensive laser TV with Android and good features

The Xgimi Aura laser TV could be an interesting solution for those who find a normal TV too boring, or who simply want image diagonals of up to 120 inches at an affordable price. The short-throw projector shows what it can do in our first impression.
Florian Schmitt, 24 Jul 2022 02:11
The BMW iX xDrive50 has received much praise for its 377 miles of real-world range in a recent review (Image: BMW)

BMW iX xDrive50 pummels the Tesla Model X in a real-world range test

With an impressive range of 377 miles per charge in Edmund's real-world range test, the BMW iX xDrive50 easily surpassed its official EPA range and also bested the popular Tesla Model X by a quite significant margin.
Enrico Frahn, 24 Jul 2022 02:01
The Samsung Galaxy S23 series is expected to be launched in January 2023. (Image source: Technizo Concept/Unsplash - edited)

Samsung Galaxy S23 FE incoming as report claims an initial production target of 31 million units across four models

A Samsung Galaxy S23 FE model is apparently going to join the three other smartphones of the S23 range according to a report out of Korea. In addition, it seems Samsung has set an impressive initial production target of 31 million units across the series, with the Galaxy S23 Ultra tipped to replicate the success of the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 Jul 2022 23:34
Nothing Phone (1)

86% Review: Nothing Phone (1) – transparent designer piece at mid-range price

Is (it) cool enough? The former director of OnePlus is once again making a smartphone. This is of course going to make people take notice. The Nothing Phone (1) sets out to do many things differently and already looks quite cool with the LEDs on its rear. But at 500 Euros (£449), is it able to impress us during our review?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, Adreno 642L, 6.55", 193.5 g
Florian Schmitt, 23 Jul 2022 21:27
The W9-3495 boasts 56 cores, 112 threads, and 1.80Ghz clock speed (Image Source: Videocardz)

Impressive Sapphire Rapids Xeon W9-3495 with 56 cores and 112 threads spotted in bootlog: Clocked at 1.8 GHz with AVX instruction support

@InstLatX64 discovered Intel's Xeon W9-3495 workstation CPU in a publicly-available Linux bootlog. The single-socket CPU has 56 cores and a 1.8 GHz clockspeed, along with support for AVX and AMX instructions.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 23 Jul 2022 20:09
Schenker XMG Pro 15 (RTX 3080 Ti) laptop review: The Mike Tyson of all-round laptops

87% Schenker XMG Pro 15 (RTX 3080 Ti) laptop review: The Mike Tyson of all-round laptops

Lots of talent - with ifs and buts. Schenker advertises the new XMG Pro 15 with a powerful RTX 3080 Ti as an all-round talent for gamers and workstation users. Powerful hardware meets a new Clevo case, which is intended to improve on the weaknesses of the predecessor. Whether this succeeds is revealed in our detailed review below.
Intel Core i7-12700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Christian Hintze, 23 Jul 2022 19:16
The modded AirPods case. (Source: Ken Pillonel via YouTube)

Creator of the 'USB type-C iPhone' makes an AirPods case to match

How do you repair the case for your AirPods? You don't, according to Apple customer service representatives allegedly recorded in a new YouTube video posted by Ken Pillonel, an engineer who modified an iPhone X to support USB type-C charging. Now, the same vlogger has worked out how to do the same for a pair of AirPods.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2022 17:31
The Legion 7 Pro Gen 7. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo releases the Legion 5 Pro Gen 7 (AMD) and holds a Legion Tower 5i giveaway in the US market

The Ryzen 6000-powered Legion 5 Pro has landed on Lenovo's US website for the first time. As if to mark this event, the OEM has announced an inaugural Legion Tower 5i giveaway for its Community website. It has a Tiger Lake processor with 12GB of RTX 3060 graphics.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2022 15:34
Samsung would really like it if you went foldable soon. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung says that foldable smartphone shipments grew by over 300% in 2021

Samsung has shot to the top of the market for foldable mobile devices since its initial Galaxy Fold launch in 2019. Now, its president Dr. TM Roh has announced that shipments in this space have grown at least 3x in 2021 compared to 2020. The executive may have also alluded to plans for a slight foldable rebrand to be formally unveiled during the imminent Unpacked 2022 showcase.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2022 14:31
One of the latest HyperSense headsets. (Source: Razer)

Razer announces the 100% acquisition of Interhaptics

Razer has bought all shares of the French company responsible for Interhaptics, described as a "leading development platform" for feedback in gaming, PC and extended-reality (XR) hardware. The move is slated to underpin the former's interest in the overall haptics market, although it could also allow the OEM to improve and leverage its in-house HyperSense technology to compete with similar products such as Sony DualSense going forward.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jul 2022 13:48
The Alpine A110 E-ternité prototype has a top speed of 155 mph (~249 kph). (Image source: Alpine)

Alpine A110 E-ternité prototype EV revealed as convertible with 155 mph top speed

A prototype for the electric Alpine A110 E-ternité was unveiled on the 60th anniversary of the original car. The EV is a convertible with a removable roof, but it is otherwise very similar to the latest production model. The E-ternité has a top speed of 155 mph (~249 kph) and up to 261 miles (~420 km) range. It is unclear how close the prototype is to the upcoming all-electric 2025 Alpine A110.
Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2022 11:42
The Cadillac Celestiq will feature Ultra Cruise driver assistance technology. (Image source: Cadillac)

Cadillac Celestiq EV revealed with Ultra Cruise and Smart Glass roof as rumors suggest it will cost US$300,000

A concept version of the Cadillac Celestiq has been unveiled. The all-electric sedan boasts a range of unusual features, such as a Smart Glass Roof with the ability to have its transparency altered. Ultra Cruise technology will provide driver assistance both in cities and on highways. Plus, rumors suggest that the vehicle will retail for US$300,000.
Polly Allcock, 23 Jul 2022 11:36
Intel is expected to unveil its Raptor Lake series of processors in September 2022 (image via Intel)

Intel Raptor Lake processors' tentaive release date revealed by new leak

Enthusiast Citizen, a well-renowned Bilibili leaker, has stated that Intel will announce its 13th-generation of Raptor Lake processors on September 28. The CPUs will be purchasable on October 17, along with the next-generation Z790 motherboards.
Anil Ganti, 23 Jul 2022 11:15
Motorola Moto G42 smartphone review: OLED lightweight with 700 nits at a bargain price

81% Motorola Moto G42 smartphone review: OLED lightweight with 700 nits at a bargain price

Affordable and good. The Motorola Moto G42 is impossible to beat, at least from the perspective of its mid-range rivals. With its bright OLED panel, a 5,000 mAh battery, and a 50 MP camera, the 6.4-inch smartphone offers a lot of features, but it's available for just under 200 Euros (~$205).
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, Adreno 610, 6.43", 175 g
Manuel Masiero, 23 Jul 2022 10:08
Dell XPS 13 Plus

Dell's new XPS 13 Plus could be a really good laptop, but there are some questionable design decisions

The new Dell XPS 13 Plus is equipped with a fast CPU, but our review revealed some problems and questionable design decisions. This means the laptop is not as good as it could be and Dell might be losing touch with its competitors.
Andreas Osthoff, 23 Jul 2022 08:16
FOPO 12-inch triple monitor extender review: Clunky and more fragile than standalone portable monitors

FOPO 12-inch triple monitor extender review: Clunky and more fragile than standalone portable monitors

Mounting two external displays onto your laptop sounds pretty cool on paper, but it can be a huge hassle in practice. The FOPO monitor extender is bogged down by its own awkward build and extensive cable requirements.
Allen Ngo, 23 Jul 2022 06:43
Intel Core i7-1265U debut: Dell Latitude 13 7330 1 kg laptop review

89% Intel Core i7-1265U debut: Dell Latitude 13 7330 1 kg laptop review

Magnesium, Aluminum, or Carbon fiber options. For most laptop families, OEMs simply offer just one material option such as magnesium alloy or carbon fiber a la the HP Spectre or the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon, respectively. The Latitude 7330 wants to do it all by giving users the option to choose between three different materials.
Intel Core i7-1265U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 13.3", 1 kg
Allen Ngo, 22 Jul 2022 22:30
There are rumors that a Lovelace-Titan collaboration is in the works. (Image source: Carpenter/Nvidia - edited)

Monstrous Titan graphics card with up to 800 W power limit hinted at in leaked Nvidia Lovelace GPU codename

A new Titan graphics card from Nvidia could be incoming, according to a GPU codename shared by a well-known leaker. The GeForce RTX 40 series, or “Lovelace” family, is already expected to feature a powerful RTX 4090 Ti SKU in its lineup, but now it seems Nvidia has something even more special planned for its AD102 chip.
Daniel R Deakin, 22 Jul 2022 21:48
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