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Garmin has ironed out a lot of bugs with the Epix 2's latest software update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Epix 2 series receives copious bug fixes and a few new features with latest software update

Garmin is rolling out system software 8.37 to the Epix 2, a smartwatch series introduced in January. System software 8.37 brings some new features to the Epix 2 series, but Garmin has focussed on addressing various bugs, including an inability to remove Connect IQ apps via a paired smartphone.
Alex Alderson, 17 Jun 2022 12:32
The Garmin Venu SQ may be on its way out, nearly two years after its release. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Venu SQ 2 and Venu SQ 2 Music outlined in FCC certifications

Two FCC certifications suggest that Garmin is close to releasing Venu SQ and Venu SQ Music successors. While the pair will feature 205 mAh batteries, only the Venu SQ 2 Music will feature Wi-Fi connectivity.
Alex Alderson, 17 Jun 2022 12:27
Silicon Motion AZW 256G M.228 220426 C SATA 3 SSD Benchmarks

Silicon Motion AZW 256G M.228 220426 C SATA 3 SSD Benchmarks

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The Poco F4 will debut on June 23 globally. (Source: Poco)

Xiaomi Poco F4 and Poco X4 GT officially slated for June 23 global launch as the Poco F4's display gets hyped

Xiaomi sub-brand Poco has now confirmed the official launch date of its next smartphone, the Poco F4. The Poco F4 will be joined by the Poco X4 GT at the launch event, with that phone expected to be a rebranded Redmi Note 11T Pro for the global market.
Ricci Rox, 17 Jun 2022 10:07
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ITL6 in review: Quiet, affordable office notebook

79% Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14ITL6 in review: Quiet, affordable office notebook

Tiger. Lenovo's 14-incher has a Tiger Lake processor on board, hardly warms up, and generally works quietly. Windows 10 Home in S mode serves as the operating system (an upgrade to Windows 11 is possible). The purchase price is below 300 Euros.
Intel Celeron 6305, UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs, 14", 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 17 Jun 2022 09:19
Sony and FromSoftware are yet to officially confirm Bloodborne 2 (image via YouTube)

Talented 3D artist brings Bloodborne 2 to life in stunning Unreal Engine 5 concept trailer

YouTuber Enfant Terrible has harnessed the power of Unreal Engine 5 to envision what Bloodborne 2 could look like. The concept trailer perfectly encapsulates the Victorian-era aesthetic of Yharnam and other locations which could be featured in the game.
Anil Ganti, 17 Jun 2022 08:16
Dell Inspiron 16 7620 2-in-1 convertible review: Mylar and aluminum chassis

86% Dell Inspiron 16 7620 2-in-1 convertible review: Mylar and aluminum chassis

Like a 16-inch tablet. Though still rare, 16-inch convertible laptops are becoming more common nowadays. The Inspiron 16 7620 2-in-1 is one of the more affordable ones in its category and it even sports the latest 12th gen Intel CPUs and GeForce MX GPUs to be as fast or faster than most other convertibles.
Intel Core i7-1260P, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 16", 2.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 17 Jun 2022 02:26
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One of Meizu's last Android flagships. (Source: Meizu)

Geely completes its acquisition of former Chinese smartphone heavyweight Meizu

The smart/electric car conglomerate Geely has now acquired a major share in the OEM Meizu, thus cementing rumors that the owner of Volvo, Polestar and other brands has an interest in smartphones as well. The merger may prove a lifeline for Meizu, which has fallen far behind others such as Xiaomi and OPPO as of late.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jun 2022 22:41
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra fan-made concept device features considerably curvy sides. (Image source: @technizoconcept - edited)

Curvy Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra concept glitters in gold in new fan-made renderings

Some more Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra fan-made concept renderings, including a video clip, have been produced by the same creator who recently featured the expected flagship smartphone dressed in white. This time around, the Galaxy S23 Ultra gets to glitter in gold with its curved display, but the reintroduction of a camera bump isn’t as golden as the overall look.
Daniel R Deakin, 16 Jun 2022 22:01
The POCO C40 will be available in three colours and two memory configurations. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi presents POCO C40 globally with MIUI 13 based on Android 11 and a 6.71-inch display

Xiaomi has unveiled the POCO C40 outside Vietnam, where it will go on sale tomorrow. The POCO C40 relies on an 11 nm SoC from JLQ Technology, plus a 6,000 mAh battery with up to 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage. Xiaomi ships the POCO C40 with Android 11 and a low wattage charger, though.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 19:11
Samsung Pass will have a new location soon. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung merges its Pay and Pass apps into a new Wallet interface

Samsung has announced that its new Wallet app has been set up to replace and subsume its existing Pass and Pay apps. The merge should offer a user a kind of one-stop-shop for their travel cards, some IDs and records as well as their payment methods and cryptos. Its roll-out has started in South Korea, although it is also expected to hit markets such as the US and Germany soon thereafter.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jun 2022 19:00
The Motorola Razr 3 is anticipated to feature high-resolution cameras, including a 32 MP front-facing sensor. (Image source: @evleaks)

Motorola Razr 3: More details about next-generation foldable smartphone leak

@OnLeaks has shared more details about the Motorola Razr 3, a foldable smartphone expected to rely on Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset. Reputedly, Motorola will price the Razr 3 more competitively than the Razr 5G, but not by enough of a margin to be price competitive against Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip3.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 18:30
The X80 series may have 1 more launch in it. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo X80 Pro Plus is tipped to launch with the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and triple 50MP rear cameras

Vivo has already launched vanilla and Pro variants of the X80 series in 2022. Now, the latest leaks suggest the brand has been keeping its best specs in reserve for an impending Pro Plus SKU. They include more high-res cameras - including a possibly brand-new one from Samsung - and the new top-end Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 processor.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jun 2022 18:27
The AUN ET50S has a 1.3:1 throw ratio. (Image source: AUN via AliExpress)

AUN ET50S projector released with 150-in image and Android OS

The AUN ET50S projector is now available via AliExpress. The gadget has a 1.3:1 throw ratio for images up to 150-in wide. An LED light source generates an HD image with up to 6,000 ANSI lm brightness. Android 9 OS is used in the device, and you can connect to it via Apple AirPlay and other screen casting methods.
Polly Allcock, 16 Jun 2022 17:20
The G9 SUV can take advantage of XPeng's 480kW charging tech (image: XPeng Motors)

The new 480kW fast chargers will 'disrupt' EV uptake as owners won't need a gas car for longer trips, says XPeng CEO

XPeng is preparing to line up major highways with the company's groundbreaking 480kW chargers that can top up its electric vehicles to 80% in just 12 minutes. The electric carmaker's CEO is now predicting that the 'disruptive' fast charging technology will increase electric vehicle uptake significantly, as families will no longer have to maintain two cars.
Daniel Zlatev, 16 Jun 2022 16:52
The Xperia 1 IV is relatively modular once you remove its glued-down back panel. (Image source: WekiHome)

Sony Xperia 1 IV teardown video offers a look inside new flagship smartphone

WekiHome has shared the first teardown video of the Sony Xperia 1 IV. Thankfully, Sony continues to make its Xperia 1 series smartphones repairable, even if it glues down the large 5,000 mAh battery in the Xperia 1 IV.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 15:19
Graphics card prices have finally dropped to reasonable levels (image via own)

Nvidia and AMD graphics cards are now more affordable than ever thanks to the crypto market crash

Some Nvidia and AMD graphics cards can now be purchased at below MSRP on Newegg. The average prices for many used cards has gone down on eBay as well, according to research done by Tom's Hardware.
Anil Ganti, 16 Jun 2022 15:15
The Garmin Fenix 7 series arrived at the start of the year alongside Epix 2 smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin rolls out new software update to Fenix 7 series with numerous bug fixes

Garmin is issuing software version 8.37 for the Fenix 7 series. Rolling out gradually to smartwatches globally, software version 8.37 contains various changes, including several bug fixes.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 15:14
The Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic are still the only smartwatches running Wear OS 3. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung releases June 2022 update to the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic

Samsung has begun rolling out the June 2022 security patch to the Galaxy Watch4 series. Available as R8xxFXXU1FVE1, the update should be available globally through the Galaxy Wearable app or on your Galaxy Watch4 or Galaxy Watch4 Classic itself.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 15:12
The Amazfit Band 7 could resemble the Redmi Smart Band Pro, pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Amazfit Band 7: Initial leaks draw comparisons to the Redmi Smart Band Pro but with GPS support and a larger battery

It seems that the Amazfit Band 7 is on the cards, potentially alongside the GTR 4 series. According to early leaks, the Amazfit Band 7 will look like the Redmi Smart Band Pro, albeit with a larger battery than Xiaomi's fitness tracker and even GPS support.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 15:09
The M2 impresses most in the graphics department. (Image Source: 9to5Mac)

Leaked Apple M2 benchmarks reveal promising multi-core gains and impressive GPU performance

Even though the single-core gains are modest, the M2 still beats the M1 Pro and the i7-12800H. On the multi-core side, the M2 is 16% faster than the M1, but what really impresses is the 67% improvement in the graphics department.
Bogdan Solca, 16 Jun 2022 14:30
The Kia EV6 GT will debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this month. (Image source: Kia)

Kia EV6 GT all-electric car with 577 bhp will debut this month

Kia has announced that it will showcase the EV6 GT all-electric vehicle later this month at the Goodwood Festival of speed. The car has 577 bhp, a top speed of 162 mph (~260 kph) and can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph (~100 kph) in 3.5 seconds. You currently can pre-order the car in the UK with deliveries starting this December.
Polly Allcock, 16 Jun 2022 13:40
The SwitchBot lock can turn your existing locks into smart locks. (Image source: SwitchBot)

SwitchBot Lock can transform regular locks into smart locks with NFC reader

The SwitchBot Lock has been revealed, enabling you to turn your regular locks into smart locks. There are multiple ways to unlock the gadget, including via an app, voice commands, an NFC tag or your fingerprint; some additional SwitchBot products are required to access all unlocking methods. The battery-powered device will go on sale on June 20th for US$99.99.
Polly Allcock, 16 Jun 2022 13:31
Apple's reasoning behind Stage Manager exclusivity does not add up. (Image source: Apple)

iPadOS 16: Stage Manager works without memory swap on the iPad Air 5 as switch for 'Legacy Devices' discovered in beta files

Confusion about Stage Manager continues to grow as people dig into the first iPadOS 16 beta. While Apple claims it was unhappy with Stage Manager performance on anything other than Apple M1 hardware, it has left a toggle to enable the feature on older iPads. It turns out that the entry-level iPad Air 5 does not meet the requirements to run Stage Manager though, despite officially supporting the multitasking feature.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 13:30
The MECOOL KP1 is relatively lightweight and compact for a traditional projector. (Image source: MECOOL)

MECOOL KP1: 1080p projector with Android 11 on Android TV support launches for US$349

MECOOL has started selling the KP1, a 1080p projector that can create up to 240-inch images. Sold with the MECOOL KD5 streaming stick, the MECOOL KP1 runs Android 11 on Android TV with access to the Google Play Store.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 13:15
Currently, there is confusion about what specifications the 14.1-inch iPad will feature. (Image source: Jeremy Bezanger)

Apple iPad 'Pro' 14.1 may not launch with ProMotion or Mini LED display

According to new reports, Apple is preparing to release a larger iPad without two major display features that it offers with the current iPad Pro 12.9. Instead, the 14.1-inch iPad would appear to be more like a larger iPad Air than a third iPad Pro.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 13:11
The Xiaomi 13 series could debut in China, likely only in China. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Early Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro builds signify mid-Q4 2022 release

Seemingly, Xiaomi is preparing to release its next-generation flagship smartphone series less than a year after the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro debuted. Expected to be the Xiaomi 13 and Xiaomi 13 Pro, Xiaomi has already started testing the pair internally.
Alex Alderson, 16 Jun 2022 13:05
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro 14IAP laptop review: Affordable subnotebook with 12 cores and 2.8K display

88% Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro 14IAP laptop review: Affordable subnotebook with 12 cores and 2.8K display

Alder Lake P with 50 watts. Lenovo offers an interesting and affordable subnotebook with the Yoga Slim 7i Pro in the 14IAP configuration, which comes equipped with a twelve-core Intel Core i5-1240P and a 2.8K display. In our review, it displays various strengths, but also cuts back in the wrong place.
Intel Core i5-1240P, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 14", 1.3 kg
Marcus Schwarten, 16 Jun 2022 12:25
The Xiaomi Mijia Sleeping Wake-up Light is now crowdfunding on the Xiaomi mall platform. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mijia Sleeping Wake-up Light launches with 198 LEDs

Xiaomi is crowdfunding via its mall platform in China for the Mijia Sleeping Wake-up Light. The gadget can help get you to sleep and wake you up naturally using light and sound. The gadget has 198 LEDs, delivering a light temperature range of 1800 to 4000 K. You can control the device using built-in buttons or the Mijia app.
Polly Allcock, 16 Jun 2022 12:21
Toyota could release a production bZ4X GR Sport electric SUV. (Image source: Toyota)

Toyota bZ4X GR Sport electric performance SUV could be on the way

The chief engineer of the bZ4X, Daisuke Ido, has revived rumors that Toyota could release a GR Sport performance version of the electric SUV. The company showed a bZ4X GR Sport concept earlier this year; now, Ido suggests that the company is discussing a production model. The standard bZ4X launched in the UK earlier this month with a 150 kW drivetrain.
Polly Allcock, 16 Jun 2022 12:11
The Model 3 notched yet another 2022 price bump (image: Tesla)

The Model 3 LR now costs $57,990 in the US as Tesla does another EV price increase round of up to $6,000

While the outrageous delivery times for a new Tesla are getting shorter, the prices of its cars across the board are getting higher. Tesla just did another round of price increases, ranging from US$2,000 for the Model Y Performance version, to the whopping $6,000 more for the Long Range Model X.
Daniel Zlatev, 16 Jun 2022 11:19
Sony is planning to launch the PS5 Pro controller later this month (image via Unsplash)

Sony's upcoming PS5 Pro controller slated to offer a plethora of hardware and software customization options

Sony is planning to launch an entirely new PS5 Pro controller for professional gamers. It will include hot-swappable thumbsticks, D-pads, trigger stops and paddles. The controller could be unveiled later this month.
Anil Ganti, 16 Jun 2022 08:10
Apple Mac Studio 2022 M1 Max and Studio Display in review: The perfect combination for content creators?

Apple Mac Studio 2022 M1 Max and Studio Display in review: The perfect combination for content creators?

Apple's M1 Max in a desktop computer. With the Mac Studio, Apple offers a desktop computer for content creators that's now also based on Apple's in-house M1 CPUs. We review the version with the M1 Max, and at the same time, we take a look at the new Studio Display with its 5K resolution.
Apple M1 Max, M1 Max 32-Core GPU, 2.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 16 Jun 2022 07:18
Press F to pay respects to the Samsung Galaxy S22 FE (image via own)

New report reaffirms Samsung Galaxy S22 FE cancellation rumours

Samsung might not launch the Galaxy S22 FE this year. Sammobile has heard from its sources that the smartphone has been shelved, debunking earlier rumours about it running a Dimensity 9000 SoC.
Anil Ganti, 16 Jun 2022 06:37
2022 Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 2-in-1 with 2400p OLED and 12th gen Core i7-1260P now shipping for $1330 USD (Source: Lenovo)

Deal | 2022 Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 2-in-1 with 2400p OLED and 12th gen Core i7-1260P now shipping for $1330 USD

The fully-loaded configuration comes with 16 GB of LPDDR5 RAM, 512 GB of PCIe4 x4 storage, and the newest Intel 12th gen Core P-series CPU to be satisfy even most multimedia power users.
Allen Ngo, 16 Jun 2022 05:09
The Sony Bravia X90K mid-range TV does not always perform better than its popular predecessor (Image: Sony)

Review finds that the Bravia X90K is another downgrade in Sony's 2022 TV lineup

As a successor to the affordable and therefore very popular X90J, Sony's brand-new Bravia X90K unfortunately features one noticeable downgrade which results in worse picture quality in some scenes, even though the 4K HDR TV can get quite a bit brighter than last year's model.
Enrico Frahn, 16 Jun 2022 01:00
Our first Core i7-1255U benchmarks show it holds up well even against the more power-hungry Core i7-1260P

Our first Core i7-1255U benchmarks are in. Now let's see how they compare to the Core i7-1260P

The Core i7-1260P is about 20 percent faster than the Core i7-1255U, but it also consumes about 20 percent more power in the process. More significant gains can be observed in terms of graphics performance as the integrated Iris Xe benefits more from the higher power envelope and faster DDR5 RAM.
Allen Ngo, 15 Jun 2022 22:36
KFA2 GeForce RTX 3080 SG 12GB (Source: KFA2)

KFA2 GeForce RTX 3080 SG 12GB Desktop Graphics Card Review: A Better RTX 3080 thanks to more VRAM and more Shaders?

More than just more VRAM! Nvidia's GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB is yet another high-end graphics card supposed to succeed the GeForce RTX 3080. It is Nvidia's response to repeated requests for more VRAM, and we take a closer look at this latest RTX incarnation with now 12 GB of VRAM by reviewing a model made by KFA2.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 15 Jun 2022 21:52
The new Bip 3 Pro. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Bip 3 and 3 Pro become official from just US$60

Amazfit has just officially announced the Bip 3 series as its latest new wearables. The 3 and 3 Pro have very similar specs, which include a 1.69-inch display, blood-oxygen measurements, 14 days of estimated battery life and ~60 workout modes. Then again, the Pro is the only one with GPS.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jun 2022 19:49
The Sennheiser Momentum 3 Wireless launched for US$399.95 in December 2019. (Image source: Sennheiser)

Momentum 4 Wireless: Sennheiser teases next-generation Momentum over-ear headphones with up to 60 hours of battery life

Sennheiser has offered a few hints about the Momentum 4 Wireless, a successor to the ageing Momentum 3 Wireless. The Momentum 4 Wireless will be available from August 2022 with up to 60 hours of battery life and 42 mm drivers. Sennheiser has overhauled the design of its premium headphones too, among other changes.
Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2022 19:37
The DJI RS 3 series starts at US$549 and rises to US$1,099 for the RS 3 Pro Combo. (Image source: DJI)

DJI announces new RS 3 and RS 3 Pro camera gimbals with Transmission video transmitter in tow

DJI has introduced the RS 3 series and the Transmission, a video transmitter that will begin shipping in September. In comparison, the RS 3 and RS 3 Pro will be available within the next few weeks, with the RS 3 set to arrive before the RS 3 Pro.
Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2022 19:17
Microsoft finally buries Internet Explorer today

Microsoft finally buries Internet Explorer today

Today, Microsoft has stopped providing support for its once-dominant web browser. However, this is not surprising since the 27-year-old Internet Explorer has been in control of less than one percent of the browser market for a while and its replacement, namely Microsoft Edge, has been around for 7 years already.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Jun 2022 18:59
A new player steps in the OLED TV arena. (Image Source: Chosun Biz)

BOE will soon join LG and Samsung in producing OLED panels for various TV brands

LG needs to get used to the idea that it is not the sole OLED panel manufacturer, but this is good news for end users. This year's LG OLED TV models feature lower prices thanks to Samsung's new QD-OLED competition. Prices could continue to fall by next year when BOE is expected to launch its own OLED panels.
Bogdan Solca, 15 Jun 2022 18:46
Apple could differentiate MacBook Air models with M2 and M2 Pro SoC options for the 15-inch version. (Image source: Apple)

MacBook Air 15: Apple rumoured to bring M2 and M2 Pro chipsets to 2023-bound laptop

According to a renowned Apple analyst, Apple could be planning to release M2 and M2 Pro-powered versions of a 15-inch MacBook Air. The larger version of the new MacBook Air is not expected to arrive until April 2023 at the earliest, though.
Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2022 18:46
The XCover 5. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung upgrades the Galaxy XCover 5 to One UI 4.1 based on Android 12

Samsung has finally updated its most current rugged smartphone, the Galaxy XCover 5, to Android 12. Its new firmware confers One UI 4.1 on the 2021 device, its new Material You-inspired system color-schemes included. The new major software upgrade is also rated to improve security on the XCover 5.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jun 2022 18:25
The iGame G-One Plus gaming AIO from Colorful appears to feature a 27-inch screen. (Image Source: Videocardz)

Colorful teases all-in-one gaming PC with Intel i7-12700H processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 dGPU

Only the mobile-grade CPU and dGPU have been revealed thus far, and the pictures provided with the teaser also point to a 27-inch screen. The port selection also features a USB-C connector that could be Thunderbolt4-compatible.
Bogdan Solca, 15 Jun 2022 18:17
The Galaxy S21 FE 4G would be a strange inclusion in the Galaxy S21 series. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE 4G rumoured to launch with an SoC downgrade as smartphone appears on support website

Samsung is on the verge of releasing another Galaxy S21 FE variant, also known by its SM-G900B2/DS model number. While the Galaxy S21 FE 5G launched with a Snapdragon 888, the Galaxy S21 FE 4G may arrive with the lowly Snapdragon 720G instead.
Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2022 18:12
Nreal will release a Steam beta at the end of the month. (Image source: Nreal)

Nreal announces Steam games beta including DiRT Rally and Halo series

Nreal has announced that it will launch a Steam beta later this month for the Nreal Light and Nreal Air glasses. Not all Steam games will be supported, though DiRT Rally and the Halo series have been named as AAA titles available. The company has also revealed plans for AR Jam, a hackathon offering over US$100,000 in prizes.
Polly Allcock, 15 Jun 2022 17:47
War Thunder 2.17 "Danger Zone" update now available (Source: Own)

War Thunder 2.17 "Danger Zone" comes with rewind for replays and a lot of new military hardware

Labeled 2.17 and called "Danger Zone," the latest update for War Thunder brings the legendary F-14A Tomcat jet, an Israeli helicopter tech tree, the first Chinese helo, napalm bombs, two new locations, as well as the rewind functionality for replays. The patch also comes with a long list of bug fixes and tweaks.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Jun 2022 17:47
The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2022 Edition) ships with a few improvements over its predecessor, including Android 12. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2022 Edition) launches with Android 12, a healthy performance boost and a free keyboard case for pre-orders

Samsung has presented the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2022 Edition) in Europe, where it starts at €379. The mid-range tablet ships with One UI 4.1 based on Android 12, while pre-orders include a free Targus keyboard case. The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2022 Edition) should deliver noticeable performance improvements compared to the original model, too.
Alex Alderson, 15 Jun 2022 17:10
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