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The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the fastest gaming CPU from AMD. (Image source: AMD)

AMD's best gaming CPU gets even better: MSI releases a BIOS utility to get more performance out of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D

MSI has released a beta BIOS update that aims to get extra performance out of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D. The BIOS update brings two new features, a "Kombo Strike" utility and a "Core Offset Voltage" option, on supported motherboards. The update hopes to make AMD's already-great gaming CPU even better.
Fawad Murtaza, 01 Jul 2022 02:39
The Citroën ë-C4 X has a 223-mile (~359 km) range. (Image source: Citroën)

Citroën ë-C4 X all-electric car unveiled with 223 mile range and 100 kW fast charging support

The Citroën ë-C4 X all-electric car has been revealed. The four-door model has up to 223 miles (~359 km) range, with regenerative braking technology and support for 100 kW fast charging. The EV has a top speed of 93 mph (~150 kph) and can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (~100 kph) in 9.5 seconds.
Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2022 21:46
The Xiaomi Book Pro 2022 will feature a 4K OLED display with Dolby Vision support. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Book Pro 2022 to feature a brighter, more vivid and higher resolution display than many other laptops

Xiaomi has confirmed more features about its next laptop, dubbed the Book Pro 2022. While the Xiaomi Book Pro 2022 will resemble the MacBook Air, it will feature an advanced display with a high native resolution and peak brightness, plus excellent colour accuracy. The Xiaomi Book Pro 2022 will arrive alongside other Xiaomi devices, like the Xiaomi 12S Ultra and the Smart Band 7 Pro.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 20:49
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra will be the first smartphone with the Sony IMX989 camera sensor. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi shares Xiaomi 12S series camera samples with Xiaomi 12S Ultra to feature new flagship Sony IMX989 sensor

Xiaomi has confirmed yet more details about the forthcoming Xiaomi 12S series, including the Xiaomi 12S Ultra. Not only has the company shared camera samples from its latest flagship smartphones, but it has published a video concerning its cooperation with Leica.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 20:40
Asus VivoBook S 14X S5402Z review: World's first 14.5-inch 2.8K 120 Hz OLED laptop

84% Asus VivoBook S 14X S5402Z review: World's first 14.5-inch 2.8K 120 Hz OLED laptop

Almost a ZenBook. Despite being "only" a Vivobook, the Vivobook S 14X uses the same 14.5-inch Samsung OLED panel as the Zenbook Pro 14 Duo for a similar viewing experience at a much cheaper price. If you're looking to spend just under $1000 USD on an Ultrabook, then this Asus can offer a lot for the money.
Intel Core i7-12700H, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14.5", 1.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Jun 2022 20:36
The REI Co-op Cycles Generation e electric bikes can assist you at speeds up to 20 mph (~32 kph). (Image source: REI)

REI Co-op Cycles Generation e bike launches as reliable commuter pedelec

The REI Co-op Cycles Generation e bike range has launched with two models, the Generation e1.1 and the Generation e1.2. Both pedelecs are equipped with reliable Bafang motors with a top assistance speed of 20 mph (~32 kph). The e1.2 has up to 50 miles (~80 km) range, with front and rear racks to carry luggage.
Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2022 19:56
The MG4 Electric car has up to 450 km (~280 miles) range. (Image source: MG)

MG4 revealed as ID.3 competitor with 450 km range and 2022 European launch date

The MG4 Electric has been revealed, with a 2022 launch date for Europe. The rear-wheel-drive car has a range of up to 450 km (~280 miles) from a slim battery. The vehicle has a top speed of 160 kph (~99 mph) and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kph (~62 mph) in under eight seconds. The EV is being compared to the Volkswagen ID.3, particularly in size.
Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2022 19:50
The WORK 15 M22. (Source: Schenker)

Schenker refreshes the WORK 15 and 17 laptops with Alder Lake silicon

As the name suggests, Schenker pitches the WORK series of laptops as all-rounders for the office. Its latest 15- and 17-inch variants now have refreshed mid-2022 (M22) models with 12th-gen Intel Core i5 or i7 processors. Therefore, they still have Thunderbolt 4 and up-to-date security features, yet are rated for "significantly" improved performance over their Tiger Lake-H35-based predecessors.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2022 19:31
The OnePlus 10T has the design language of the OnePlus 10 Pro with its wraparound camera housing. (Image source: @OnLeaks & SmartPrix)

OnePlus 10T: Cheaper option in the OnePlus 10 family leaks without Hasselblad branding or an alert slider

The ever-reliable OnLeaks has shared details about the OnePlus 10T, a cheaper alternative to the OnePlus 10 Pro. To be released without Hasselblad branding or an alert slider, the OnePlus 10T is expected to feature a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and an AMOLED display with an LTPO 2.0 backplane for variable refresh rates.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 19:09
A Mate 50 case? (Source: Sudanshu Ambhore via Twitter)

Huawei Mate 50 Pro: a new leak purports to highlight camera-hump design updates for the impending flagship mobile device

Huawei is still tipped to produce successors for the Mate 40 premium phablet series before the end of 2022. A well-known tipster claims to have come across evidence that shows the OEM will be sticking with one of the line's most signature features, a circular rear camera hump, in this generation. However, several changes have allegedly been made in order to bring the 50 Pro into 2022.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2022 18:39
Samsung Galaxy A33 5G review: Better than its predecessor in almost every area

83% Samsung Galaxy A33 5G review: Better than its predecessor in almost every area

Success model. With its Galaxy A33 5G, Samsung has identified and remedied the weaknesses of the Galaxy A32 5G predecessor. With a 90 Hz AMOLED display, a more modern SoC and a waterproof case, the mid-range smartphone even comes dangerously close to matching the Galaxy A53 5G.
Samsung Exynos 1280, ARM Mali-G68 MP4, 6.4", 186 g
Manuel Masiero, 30 Jun 2022 18:37
The lightest model in the BMC Roadmachine AMP e-bike range weighs 11.8 kg (~26.0 lbs). (Image source: BMC)

BMC Roadmachine AMP e-bikes launch with lightest weighing 11.8 kg

The BMC Roadmachine AMP e-bike series has been launched. All the pedelecs are equipped with a lightweight Mahle X20 Ultracompact Sport Hub Drive Unit; the lightest bike in the range weighs 11.8 kg (~26.0 lbs). The motor can assist you at speeds up to 32 kph (~20 mph), and the battery provides up to 140 km (~87 miles) range.
Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2022 18:35
The Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe 15 W supports Apple Watch Series 7 fast-charging at 15 W. (Image source: Belkin)

Belkin BOOSTCHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe upgrade supports fast charging for Apple Watch Series 7

The latest model of the Belkin BOOSTCHARGE PRO 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe has been launched. The gadget supports Apple Watch Series 7 fast charging at the top possible speed, gaining 80% charge in 45 minutes. You can simultaneously charge a compatible smartphone at up to 15 W and AirPods at 5W.
Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2022 18:23
Intel Core i9-13900K is expected to bring a respectable performance bump over Alder Lake counterparts. (Source: Intel)

Intel 'Raptor Lake' Core i9-13900K allegedly sells for US$429 on the Chinese black market

An engineering sample of the yet-unreleased Intel Core i9-13900K 'Raptor Lake' has been sold on the Chinese black market. This is not the first time that engineering samples have found their way into the hands of the general public. The Core i9-13900K sample in question had a price tag of 2850 RMB or US$429.
Fawad Murtaza, 30 Jun 2022 18:20
The Nothing Phone (1) will be available on July 12, but only by invitation. (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (1): Leaked European prices confirm higher starting price than the Google Pixel 6a as general availability date surfaces

It seems that Nothing will maintain its invite-only system for the Phone (1) until October. The same leak has also confirmed that the Nothing Phone (1) will be available in three memory configurations. Also, it turns out that the Nothing Phone (1) will cost more than the Pixel 6a too, despite its reliance on a weaker SoC.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 17:53
ARM unveils its latest CPU products. (Source: ARM)

ARM unveils the Cortex-X3, A715 and A510 Refresh as its latest CPU cores to make mobile devices faster, yet more economical

ARM has made the Cortex-X3 official today. With its up-to-25% performance boost over the X2, It will probably be a marquee core for next-gen flagship mobile SoCs; however, the OEM asserts that the equally new A715 and refreshed A510 have their places right alongside it thanks to their complementary power-efficiency and scalable specs.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Jun 2022 17:47
The build quality of 2022 premium cars dipped the most (image: Tesla)

Tesla cars build quality a rare pandemic bright spot in JD Power survey but one Model S Plaid owner disagrees

Creaky dashboard, panel gaps, rattling interior - one new Model S Plaid buyer begs to disagree with a new J.D. Power 2022 Initial Quality Survey that showed Tesla's build quality actually improved year-on-year. It still sits at the bottom of the new US vehicles quality pile, though.
Daniel Zlatev, 30 Jun 2022 17:19
The DevTerm Kit debuted in 2020 and started shipping in July 2021. (Image source: Clockwork)

DevTerm Kit: Portable computer gains Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 compatibility

Clockwork has started selling an adapter for the DevTerm Kit, allowing it to work with the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4. Retailing for US$19, the adapter gives the CM4 SO-DIMM connectors and also comes with a heatsink and a Wi-Fi gain antenna.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:37
The Fenix 7 series is one of the three smartwatch series that Garmin has updated so far. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin introduces changes and improvements for Epix 2, Fenix 7 and Quatix 7 series smartwatches with Alpha version 9.14

Garmin has brought a raft of new features to several of its latest flagship smartwatches. With Alpha version 9.14, Garmin is testing out multiple changes for the Epix 2, Fenix 7 and Quatix 7 series. However, there are a few known issues, including a possible lag incurred when using Connect IQ widgets.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:33
The Via 15 Pro M22 models feature 1440p screens with 165 Hz refresh rate. (Image Source: Schenker)

Schenker refreshes Via 15 Pro ultrabooks with AMD Ryzen 7 5700U APUs running at 35 W and 1440p displays

Apart from the Ryzen 7 5700U APU that can be set to run at 35 W and an improved display, the new 2022 Via 15 Pro ultrabook features upgradable RAM slots that support up to 64 GB capacities, plus users can upgrade the M.2 SSD storage, as well.
Bogdan Solca, 30 Jun 2022 16:30
Huawei sells the Band 7 globally for €59.99 in four colours. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Band 7 receives June 2022 HarmonyOS 2 software update with various changes and fixes

Huawei has released HarmonyOS 2.0.0.26 to the Band 7, an update that is rolling out now in some markets. Available as an 11 MB download, HarmonyOS 2.0.0.26 brings a few improvements to the Band 7, which Huawei released last month globally.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:29
The AYN LOKI is available in numerous configurations, including the Mini Pro. (Image source: AYN Technologies)

New AYN LOKI Mini Pro configurations announced with Intel Core i3-1215U from US$349

AYN Technologies has presented another two LOKI Mini Pro configurations, one of four models in the AYN LOKI series. Now available with the Intel Core i3-1215U, the LOKI Mini Pro can also be equipped with a larger battery, plus the same 128 GB SSD and 8 GB or 16 GB of RAM.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:27
The Sony Inzone M3 and Inzone M9 are high refresh rate gaming monitors. (Image source: Sony)

Sony Inzone M3 and Inzone M9 gaming monitors announced with PlayStation 5 design elements

Sony has introduced the Inzone M3 and Inzone M9 with high refresh rate panels. Featuring designs that would fit nicely next to a PlayStation 5, the Inzone M3 and Inzone M9 are 27-inch gaming monitors that support DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:23
The IKEA SYMFONISK shelf with wireless charger is now available in Europe. (Image source: IKEA)

IKEA SYMFONISK shelf with wireless charger launches with 18 W output

The IKEA SYMFONISK shelf with wireless charger, revealed earlier this month, has been launched in Europe. The new product is an adapter for the SYMFONISK shelf speaker. The accessory has a wireless charging pad for Qi-compatible devices and an 18 W USB-C port that allows you to charge a second gadget simultaneously.
Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2022 16:22
The Raspberry Pi Pico W and Pico H. (Image source: Raspberry Pi Foundation)

Raspberry Pi Pico W, Pico H and Pico WH introduced with 802.11n Wi-Fi and a new 3-pin debug connector

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has unveiled new Raspberry Pi Pico boards. Starting at US$5 for the Pico H, the Foundation has priced the Pico W and Pico WH at US$6 and US$7, respectively. While the Pico W and Pico H are orderable from today, the Pico WH will not launch until August.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:19
Motorola will have released countless smartphones by the end of this year, Moto G42 pictured. (Image source: Motorola)

Specifications for Motorola 'Devon', 'Tundra', 'Maui' and 'Victoria' smartphones leak ahead of upcoming releases

According to reports, Motorola will launch at least four more smartphones before the end of 2022. Ranging from the budget 'Maui' to the high-end 'Tundra', Motorola's upcoming smartphone will join the likes of the Edge 30 series and recent Moto G series refreshes, which Motorola introduced earlier this year.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:13
The Edge 40 series could offer flagship chipsets all round. (Image source: Motorola)

Details about unreleased Motorola flagship smartphones leak with Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 due

Evan Blass has leaked details of what he believes could be the Edge 40 series. Potentially an Edge 40 Pro and a Moto G300 too, 'Bronco' and 'Canyon' are thought to feature 165 Hz displays and up to 12 GB of RAM. Purportedly, both will rely on flagship chipsets too, but Canyon will be the only of the two with Qualcomm's next-generation Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Alex Alderson, 30 Jun 2022 16:09
Bosswerk claims that its new devices produce up to 30% more solar power than standard generators. (Image source: Bosswerk)

Bosswerk portable solar generator revealed with up to 1.46 kWh capacity and 60 W fast charging ability

Bosswerk has unveiled a range of portable solar generators. The flagship model, the largest of the three, has a 1.46 kWh capacity and peak power of 4,000 W. The device has multiple ports, including USB-A ports, AC outlets and a 60 W fast-charging USB-C port. The Powerstations will be available in mid-July in some European countries.
Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2022 15:50
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5000 WX-series of chips will be offered to OEMs and PC builders. (Image source: AMD - edited)

AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX price of US$6,499 leaves Zen 3 HEDT parts as costly options for DIYers

AMD recently revealed it would make its Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5000 WX-series available for DIY builders at some point in the near future while also announcing that the PRO and non-PRO lines would simply merge into a single PRO line. However, the prohibitive prices of the Threadripper PRO 5995WX, 5975WX, and 5965WX will leave the Zen 3 parts out of many hands.
Daniel R Deakin, 30 Jun 2022 12:59
With its racing design, the realme GT Neo 3 may also be able to convince buyers who don't like playing Genshin Impact all that much.

This phone is a dream for Genshin Impact players

Using a dedicated display chip, the realme GT Neo 3 is able to boost the framerate in certain games. Other innovative features also come into play, but not all of them deliver what they promise.
Florian Schmitt, 30 Jun 2022 10:15
The Xiaomi Band 7 Pro is coming. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Band 7 Pro officially confirmed to debut on July 4 with smartwatch-like design and new features

Xiaomi has now officially confirmed the imminent launch of its next fitness tracker. The Xiaomi Band 7 Pro will debut on July 4 alongside the Xiaomi 12S series, and will ditch the Band 7's design for a more watch-like look, a la Redmi Smart Band Pro.
Ricci Rox, 30 Jun 2022 09:51
Does Google take pleasure in hearing the screams of its victims, or is it just business? (Image source: Google and Pixabay)

Hangouts needed to face the chop but Nexus is one of 4 Google projects that was axed way too soon

It must be difficult to be a Google project, never knowing when the technicolour tech giant will inevitably pull the plug on you like it has for so many of your compatriots. Google's latest victim is the much-maligned Hangouts—which will merge into Google Chat—but let's have a look at some of the more interesting projects Google axed before Hangouts.
Julian van der Merwe, 30 Jun 2022 08:33
MSI HX Series: Ahead of the Curve

MSI 12th gen HX Series Laptops: Ahead of the curve, at the pinnacle of gaming and creation excellence

The Titan is back! MSI is bringing never-before seen desktop-class performance on the move with the new MSI HX Series lineup. This new lineup brings with it several exciting prospects, including the reintroduction of the Titan GT77, a workstation-focused CreatorPro X17, 12th gen Intel Core i9 HX processors, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series and RTX A5500 Laptop GPUs, and more, combined with MSI's innovations such as OverBoost and Cooler Boost. Now, users can finally shun their desktops without having to worry about performance penalties. (Sponsored article)
Adve rtising, 29 Jun 2022 23:59
Steam Deck uses a custom AMD Zen 2 "Van Gogh" APU. (Source: Valve)

Valve promises to ship "more than double the number of Steam Decks" as it finishes sending Q2 reservation emails

Valve's first handheld console, the Steam Deck, has proved to be a runaway success. But amidst the supply crunch of the past two years, there are still a lot of people that wanted to get their hands on one but couldn't. The situation may be changing soon as Valve has now promised to significantly up the production of the Steam Deck.
Fawad Murtaza, 29 Jun 2022 23:15
The AYA NEO NEXT 2 replaces the NEXT, which has only just started shipping. (Image source: AYA NEO)

AYA NEO NEXT 2: New gaming handheld presented with Steam Deck looks and Intel Arc dGPU or AMD Radeon RX 6000 options

AYA NEO has revealed the NEXT 2, a gaming handheld that will be available with Intel and AMD processors. While the latter will feature RDNA 2-based iGPUs, AYA NEO plans to offer the former with dedicated GPU options from the Intel Arc Graphics family. AYA NEO has drawn heavily from the design of the Steam Deck too.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 22:31
The G11. (Source: Nokia)

Update | Nokia G11 Plus will launch with more RAM and Android 12 out of the box

Nokia has already launched the G11 as one of its most affordable Android smartphones of 2022. Now, it is apparent the HMD Global brand plans to release a new Plus version of the same device. They have many specs in common - however, the newer model offers upgrades in terms of its main camera, RAM and software support.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2022 22:25
The Cubot Pocket comes in black, green and red colourways. (Image source: Cubot)

Cubot Pocket: Ultra-small smartphone launches globally with a 4-inch display and Android 11

Cubot has started selling the Pocket, a miniature smartphone running Android 11. Measuring 119 x 58 x 12.5 mm, the Cubot Pocket has a 4-inch display, 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of expandable storage. Cubot sells the Pocket through Amazon and AliExpress in three colours.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 21:26
It appears that Garmin could be preparing to offer blood glucose monitoring in some form or another. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin integrates blood glucose monitoring and swimming aerobic threshold within Connect IQ app

Garmin has updated its Connect IQ app with support for two new major features. Seemingly, Garmin could soon offer blood glucose monitoring on some smartwatches, as well as the option of setting a swimming aerobic threshold.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 21:20
The Pixel 7 may feature the same front-facing camera as the Pixel 7 Pro, pictured. (Image source: Google)

Google Camera app reveals camera details about Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel tablet

Google has released a new version of its camera app, which has now reached version 8.5. While the update contains minor changes, it seems that Google has also added references to the upcoming Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro and next year's Pixel tablet. Surprisingly, the Pixel tablet misses out on some existing Pixel camera features, including the ability to record 4K videos.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 21:13
AMD is planning to launch the RDNA3 GPUs in late 2022. (Image Source: Moore's Law is Dead)

AMD's Radeon RX 7000 GPUs could feature hardware AI processors similar to Nvidia's Tensor cores, as suggested by latest Linux patches

Even though FSR 2.0 is almost as good as Nvidia's DLSS, AMD might be looking to add AI-enabled hardware processing in the upcoming RDNA3 GPUs, as suggested by the addition of Wave Matrix Multiply-Accumulate algorithms in the latest Linux patches for the Radeon RX 7000 GPU series.
Bogdan Solca, 29 Jun 2022 19:49
The upcoming Pocket Reform mini laptop runs on Linux-based operating systems. (Image Source: MNT)

MNT's Pocket Reform modular mini laptop coming soon with ARM-based processor options and a 7-inch display

The Pocket Reform mini laptop is set to integrate a few processor options like the NXP I.MX8M Plus or Raspberry Pi CM4 with ARM cores or even a RISC-V-based model from AMD / Xilinx. It also features a 7-inch 1080p screen and a mechanical keyboard with optical trackball.
Bogdan Solca, 29 Jun 2022 19:29
The Galaxy Z Fold3 arrived with a massive US$1799 MSRP. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy A Fold: Affordable foldable phone touted to arrive for under US$800

Samsung has plans to release its first affordable foldable device in the future. According to word from Korean sources, the foldable is in development and will arrive in 2024 with a price tag equivalent to less than half of the Galaxy Z Fold3's.
Ricci Rox, 29 Jun 2022 18:37
The OPPO Watch. (Source: OPPO)

OPPO Watch 3 and Band 2 color options, model numbers allegedly leak out along with some fitness-tracking specs

OPPO is now tipped to devote its second half of 2022 to the launch of a salvo of new and premium mobile ecosystem devices, the latest upgrades to its flagship smartwatch and fitness tracker series included. They are apparently to be known as the Watch 3 and Band 2 respectively, and may come in a range of colors and possibly keep pace with the market in terms of specs and connectivity.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2022 17:18
The Nothing Phone (1) will be available in two colour options, both with translucent back panels. (Image source: Nothing via @rquandt)

Carl Pei defends Snapdragon 778G+ choice for the Nothing Phone (1) as evidence of second colour option emerges

Nothing CEO Carl Pei has confirmed that the Phone (1) will rely on the Snapdragon 778G+, a chipset that Qualcomm has since replaced with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. Electing to defend the decision as 'the most balanced choice', Pei continues to tease the Nothing Phone (1) on social media. Meanwhile, renders of a second colour option have surfaced online, courtesy of the likes of Roland Quandt.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 17:11
The NUC 12 Enthusiast will launch with Intel's striking RGB emblem. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Serpent Canyon confirmed to be NUC 12 Enthusiast as complete specifications leak with DisplayPort 2.0 but HDMI 2.0b and DDR4 RAM

FanlessTech has provided full specifications for the NUC 12 Enthusiast, which carries the codename 'Serpent Canyon'. Equipped with a Core i5-12500H or Core i7-12700H, the NUC 12 Enthusiast will also be available with up to an Arc A770M GPU. I/O and RAM choices appear to be rather strange though, especially considering the mini-PC's reliance on the new Alder Lake platform.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 16:18
The Pova 3 as an Amazon.in special. (Source: Tecno via Amazon)

Tecno Pova 3 is now officially India's first 7,000mAh/33W Android smartphone

Tecno has finally released the Pova 3 via its store on Amazon.in. The new Android smartphone features the promised FHD+ 90Hz display, powered by an extra-large battery that benefits from a power brick for its top charging speed that comes in the box. It starts at just under US$185 in its new market, although it also comes with discounts of up to 23% right now.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2022 16:14
The Philips 34E1C5600HE has a Windows Hello-compatible webcam, among other features. (Image source: Philips)

Philips 34E1C5600HE: Curved WFH monitor announced with a 1440p resolution and a 100 Hz refresh rate

Philips has introduced the 34E1C5600HE, a monitor designed to be used in a home office. With a 34-inch and 1500R display, the Philips 34E1C5600HE offers a 1440p resolution, a 100 Hz refresh rate and 300 cd/m² of peak brightness. The Philips 34E1C5600HE will be available next month for £479.99 in the UK and €619 in the Eurozone.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 16:13
The Book Pro 2022 will join the Xiaomi 12S series' launch event on July 4. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Book Pro 2022 to launch alongside the Xiaomi 12S series with a wedge-shaped design

Xiaomi has started teasing the release of the Book Pro 2022 on Chinese social media. While the company has provided any specifications yet, the laptop looks an awful lot like Apple's outgoing MacBook Air. Accordingly, the Xiaomi Book Pro 2022 will have a thin chassis and limited ports, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 16:09
Concept renders of the iQOO 10 and iQOO 10 BMW. (Image source: Digital Chat Station & @UniverseIce - edited)

Early renders reveal design for iQOO's first smartphones with a gimbal camera and 200 W fast charging

Renders of various iQOO 10 models have surfaced online, a gaming offshoot of Vivo. Rumoured to debut next month, the iQOO 10 and iQOO 10 Pro will be joined by a BMW version. Reportedly, iQOO will bring the Dimensity 9000+ and Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 to the iQOO 10 series, with the iQOO 10 Pro netting Qualcomm's latest flagship chipset.
Alex Alderson, 29 Jun 2022 16:04
The XCover6 Pro is live. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy XCover6 Pro becomes a series first with 5G support and a 120Hz screen

Samsung has now made the Galaxy XCover6 Pro official. The OEM's latest rugged smartphone is also its most premium, being the first of its line with a 5G-capable SoC, a high-refresh-rate display and a 50MP main camera. Then again, these specs are tipped to make the 6 Pro surprisingly expensive for what is often a standard-issue work phone.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jun 2022 15:23
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