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The Aqara D100 Zigbee smart door lock is compatible with Apple HomeKit. (Image source: Aqara)

Aqara D100 Zigbee smart door lock with HomeKit support launches

The Aqara D100 Zigbee smart door lock is now available in Singapore, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates (UAE). The device is compatible with Apple HomeKit, allowing you to unlock the door with Home Key or Siri voice commands. Alternatively, you can use the gadget’s built-in fingerprint scanner or NFC reader.
Polly Allcock, 20 May 2022 13:50
The Outdoor Element Roku TV has an anti-glare screen so you can view it in bright sunlight. (Image source: Roku)

Outdoor Element Roku TV launches with 4K display and anti-glare screen

The Outdoor Element Roku TV is now available in the US. The device is optimized to tackle the elements, with an anti-glare screen and IP55 weather protection rating. The TV has a 4K display and supports HDR10. Plus, the built-in Roku platform enables you to watch cable and use streaming services.
Polly Allcock, 20 May 2022 13:47
The Ryzen Edition will likely resemble its Intel counterpart, pictured. (Image source: Xiaomi)

RedmiBook Pro 14 2022: Xiaomi teases new AMD Ryzen Edition ahead of May 24 announcement with Ryzen 6000 H-series APUs

Xiaomi has dropped a teaser for the next version of the RedmiBook Pro 14 2022. Already available with Intel Alder Lake processors, Xiaomi is now giving the 14-inch laptop an AMD Ryzen refresh. This year's AMD Ryzen Edition will launch with H-series APUs too, upgrading the RedmiBook Pro 14 from Lucienne U-based APUs.
Alex Alderson, 20 May 2022 13:17
The Galaxy Z Flip4 will resemble its predecessor but with a larger cover display. (Image source: @OnLeaks & 91mobiles)

Latest Galaxy Z Flip4 leak points to a battery life boon for Samsung's next-generation foldable

It seems that the Galaxy Z Flip4 will offer significantly better battery life than its predecessor. Not only will Samsung's next-generation foldable rely on the more efficient Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 platform, but the CCC in China also appears to have confirmed a notable uplift in battery capacity from the Galaxy Z Flip3.
Alex Alderson, 20 May 2022 13:10
The Huawei 2022 Smart Screen V Pro mini LED TVs support VRR and ALLM. (Image source: Huawei via JD Mall)

Huawei 2022 Smart Screen V Pro mini LED TVs launch with VRR and ALLM

The Huawei 2022 Smart Screen V Pro mini LED TVs are now available in China. The devices have a 4K display with support for variable refresh rate (VRR) and auto low latency mode (ALLM). A speaker system built into the gadget has been co-designed with Devialet, designed for a home cinema experience. The TV runs on HarmonyOS with support for voice commands.
Polly Allcock, 20 May 2022 13:03
After an update, users have complained about fast-draining batteries in Garmin Fenix 6 smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Fenix 6 models develop battery health issues following update

A battery-related problem with Garmin Fenix 6 smartwatches has been reported. Users claim that their batteries are draining at ~2% an hour, significantly reducing the wearable's lifetime. The issue was discovered following a recent firmware update. Garmin has since issued a new update though this does not resolve the problem; it is purely for diagnosis.
Polly Allcock, 20 May 2022 12:56
The Poco X4 Pro was a Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G rebadge. (Source: Poco)

Poco X4 GT: Performance-focused smartphone details leak with a Dimensity 8100 in tow

A new leak has now revealed tentative details of one of Poco's next devices, the Poco X4 GT. The Poco X4 GT will be a performance-centric phone as is usual with the company's "GT" models, and will offer excellent performance thanks to a MediaTek Dimensity 8100.
Ricci Rox, 20 May 2022 12:53
Xiaomi has teased the Band 7 in multiple colours. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Band 7: Official teasers finally confirm release date with specifications also disclosed

Xiaomi has lifted the lid on the Band 7, potentially to be sold as the Smart Band 7 outside China. Not only has Xiaomi revealed what the Band 7 looks like, but it has also confirmed the fitness tracker's launch date and several features.
Alex Alderson, 20 May 2022 11:55
Concept designs of the Afon device show the blood glucose monitor as an easily portable and integrable sensor. (Image source: Afon/Iterate - edited)

Afon teases its non-invasive blood glucose monitor again while sharing recent crucial steps toward its finger-stick elimination goal

Afon is back teasing its promised portable and non-invasive blood glucose monitor. The Wales-based firm has already offered a glimpse at its device and has now shared details about further steps it has taken to make its blood sugar measurement sensor a reality. Afon claims that it is “on the verge of a major breakthrough in the management of diabetes”.
Daniel R Deakin, 20 May 2022 11:07
The reported Bip 3 Pro could have the same features as the Bip U Pro (above). (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Bip 3 and Bip 3 Pro health smartwatches leak in Zepp app source code

Two possible new Amazfit smartwatches have been discovered, the Bip 3 and the Bip 3 Pro. AndoirdTR found the devices in the source code of the Zepp app, which also suggests that the Bip 3 Pro will have the same functionality as the Bip U Pro. These features would include blood-oxygen-level measurement and 24/7 heart rate monitoring.
Polly Allcock, 20 May 2022 10:31
The Withings ScanWatch Horizon is now available in the US. (Image source: Withings)

Withings ScanWatch Horizon with medical-grade SpO2 sensor launches in the US

The Withings ScanWatch Horizon has launched in the US for US$499.95. The device builds on the ScanWatch, with a more elegant design. A rotating stainless steel bezel doubles as an ECG monitor, plus the gadget has a medical-grade SpO2 sensor. Health tracking features such as activity and sleep monitoring are also available on the watch.
Polly Allcock, 20 May 2022 10:13
Lenovo currently sells its popular 14-inch convertible ThinkPad X1 Yoga at a considerable discount on eBay (Image: Lenovo)

Deal: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 6 goes on sale for US$899

The sixth generation of Lenovo's premium 14-inch convertible is one of the more versatile machines in the prestigious ThinkPad series of laptops. Thanks to a new deal, prospective buyers can now save some hard-earned money on the baseline configuration of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga.
Enrico Frahn, 20 May 2022 01:54
HP Victus 16 review: Affordable gaming laptop with AMD CPU and Nvidia GPU

82% HP Victus 16 review: Affordable gaming laptop with AMD CPU and Nvidia GPU

For penny pinchers. In the most affordable version of the Victus 16, HP combines a Ryzen 5 5600H with a GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, which promises plenty of performance for the 144-Hz FHD display. If it only wasn't for the mediocre image quality…
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU, 16.1", 2.4 kg
Florian Glaser, 20 May 2022 01:20
Doogee S98 Pro rugged phone coming June 6 (Source: Doogee)

Doogee's upcoming S98 Pro goes up for pre-order, launch date set on June 6

Just as promised, the MediaTek Helio G96-powered Doogee S98 Pro rugged handset will launch in June. The accurate date is June 6, and those interested can already place their orders and take advantage of an excellent early bird discount that takes the regular price of US$439.99 down to just US$299.99.
Codrut Nistor, 20 May 2022 00:38
SkyDoesMinecraft has put his popular YouTube channel up for sale for a steep asking price of US$900,000 (Image: Minecraft)

Troubled YouTuber puts US$900,000 price tag on his Minecraft channel with 11 million subscribers

The popular gaming-focused content creator Adam Dahlberg, also known as SkyDoesMinecraft, has tried to part with his immensely popular YouTube channel after his former girlfriend accused him of abusive behavior a couple of months ago. However, these allegations have not stopped him from seeking a massive payout of almost US$1 million.
Enrico Frahn, 19 May 2022 23:41
Robinhood is planning to launch a "web3" crypto wallet. (Source: Robinhood)

Robinhood plans to launch a non-custodial crypto wallet for web3 before 2023

After launching a custodial crypto wallet in April, Robinhood has announced that it is developing a non-custodial crypto wallet, calling it a "web3 wallet that will allow customers to have total control of their crypto." Robinhood will be launching the beta this summer.
Fawad Murtaza, 19 May 2022 22:53
The new AORUS 17X comes in two flavours, both with the Core i9-12900HX. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte AORUS 17X: 17.3-inch gaming laptop announced with Intel Core i9-12900HX and RTX 3070 Ti or RTX 3080 Ti combinations

Gigabyte has refreshed the AORUS 17X, a 17.3-inch gaming laptop now powered by the Intel Core i9-12900HX. Also, the AORUS 17X is available with NVIDIA's RTX 3070 Ti or RTX 3080 Ti, both powered by a 99 Wh battery.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 22:51
The Xiaomi Band 7 is expected to debut in June. (Image source: Denis Cherkashin)

Xiaomi Band 7: Price of NFC model and design leaks ahead of anticipated June release

It appears that Xiaomi is close to announcing the Band 7, its next-generation fitness tracker that will replace the Mi Band 6. Not only has the design of the Xiaomi Band 7 leaked, but so has the price of its NFC variant.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 22:35
High-end Zen 4 motherboards incoming. (Image Source: PHG.ru)

AMD rumored to announce Zen 4 X670 Extreme chipset at Computex next week

The high-end X670 Extreme chipset is supposed to be featured on the most expensive AM5 motherboards, and AMD is apparently forcing PCIe 5.0-only support for GPU and storage on these models. The X670 models, on the other hand, could feature either PCie 4.0 or PCIe 5.0, while the budget B650 solutions would be limited to PCIe 4.0.
Bogdan Solca, 19 May 2022 22:22
A new HarmonyOS software update has been issued for the Huawei Watch GT 3 smartwatch (Image: Huawei)

New Huawei Watch GT 3 HarmonyOS software update introduces iOS wallet and respiratory health feature

Among other changes, the new firmware update for the Huawei Watch GT 3 includes an intriguing feature that allows the smartwatch to detect lung infections by utilizing its integrated blood oxygen sensor.
Enrico Frahn, 19 May 2022 22:13
The Moto G42 will have a 4G modem and an OLED display. (Image source: @yabhishekhd)

Motorola Moto G42: Official marketing renders and details emerge of upcoming budget smartphone

Motorola is preparing to bring the Moto G42 to market, another Moto G series refresh for 2022. Not only have marketing renders of the device leaked, but so have a few specifications. The Moto G42 will slot in below the Moto G52 and the upcoming Moto G62, but above the Moto G22.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 20:53
Honor teases the 70 series. (Source: Honor via Weibo)

Honor 70 design and camera specs leak in the course of the new smartphone series' launch announcement

Honor has now acknowledged rumors pointing to the launch of a 70, if not a 70 Pro, through the medium of a new video posted to Weibo. The clip hints at some advantages over their predecessors, not the least of which is what seems to be a whole new rear camera in at least 1 variant. Some design upgrades and a launch date also feature in this new official leak.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 May 2022 19:21
The Avata is one of four DJI products expected to arrive before the end of 2022. (Image source: @OstiaLV)

DJI Avata, DJI RS3 and DJI Inspire 3 release windows emerge as leaked hands-on photos also surface

According to reports, DJI is preparing to release Avata and Inspire 3 drones, along with the RS3 gimbal. Not only have hands-on photos of the Avata and RS3 leaked, but release windows for all three products have emerged too.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 18:18
The new S15. (Source: Vivo)

Vivo S15 and S15 Pro launch as new mid-range smartphones with 120Hz AMOLED displays, customized silicon and more

The Vivo S15 Pro has launched as the latest Dimensity 8100-powered smartphone with an additional discrete graphics co-processor; however, the base S15 might steal some attention for itself with a Snapdragon 870 platform with "enhancements" exclusive to its OEM. Then again, the Pro model also has the same customized 50MP main shooter as the X70 Pro. Both phones have launched with Android 12 out of the box and start at about US$400 in China.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 May 2022 18:14
The Moto G71s follows the Moto G71, just four months after Motorola released the latter. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola Moto G71s: 120 Hz AMOLED and Snapdragon 695 5G wielding smartphone launches in China

Motorola has introduced the Moto G71s, seemingly another version of the Moto G82. With a Snapdragon 695 5G chipset and a 120 Hz AMOLED display, the Moto G71s packs plenty of decent features for its CNY 1,699 (~US$250) price tag.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 17:52
The Nord Buds complement the Nord 2T and Nord CE 2 Lite in Europe. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord Buds arrive in Europe for €49 with Black Slate and White Marble colour options

OnePlus has introduced the Nord Buds in Europe, where the earbuds retail for €49. Available in two colours, the Nord Buds features 12.4 mm titanium drivers, up to 37 hours of battery life and support Bluetooth 5.2. The OnePlus Nord Buds are pre-orderable today from OnePlus directly.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 17:48
The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite ships in two colour options, both for €299 with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite: Mid-range smartphone introduced in Europe for €299 with Android 12 and a Snapdragon 695 5G chipset

OnePlus has announced the Nord CE 2 Lite for European markets. Launching for €299, the Nord CE 2 Lite has a 120 Hz display, a 64 MP primary camera and a 5,000 mAh battery, among other features. The OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite will be orderable from today and comes in two colour options.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 17:36
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U and Radeon 680M bring decent performance gains provided there's enough TDP headroom. (Image via AMD/Asus with edits)

First AMD Ryzen 7 6800U benchmarks: Closer to Core i7-1260P in multi-core, Radeon 680M impresses in synthetics but lags in gaming

We have with us the first benchmarks of AMD's latest Ryzen 6800U APU from an Asus ZenBook S 13 OLED laptop. We see that the Ryzen 6800U offers decent improvements in multi-core over a Ryzen 7 5800U but loses out to the Core i7-1260P in single-core. The biggest advantage, however, is with the Radeon 680M iGPU that can ably compete with the likes of a GTX 1650 Max-Q in some tests, though it might require some upscaling impetus in gaming.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 May 2022 17:33
The Sony LinkBuds S comes in three colour options. (Image source: Sony)

Sony LinkBuds S: 4.8 g earbuds launch for US$199 with ANC, Hi-Res Audio, LDAC and multipoint audio

Sony has introduced the LinkBuds S, available in three colours for US$199. While the LinkBuds S fall under the same series as the original LinkBuds, Sony's latest earbuds are much closer to the WF-1000XM4. The LinkBuds support ANC, Hi-Res Audio and the LDAC codec, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 17:28
The OnePlus Nord 2T runs Android 12 and starts at €399 with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus Nord 2T: €399 smartphone unveiled with a 90 Hz AMOLED display, a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 chipset and 80 W SUPERVOOC charging

OnePlus has introduced the Nord 2T, a mid-range smartphone that builds on the Nord 2. While the Nord 2T retains many of its predecessor's features, OnePlus has added a few new elements. The OnePlus Nord 2T is pre-orderable today from OnePlus, starting at €399 in Europe.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 17:20
The Watch D is one of the first smartwatches that can monitor blood pressure levels without requiring a separate device. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch D: Smartwatch with blood pressure measurement capabilities and ECG analysis is coming to Europe

Huawei has announced that it will sell the Watch D in Europe. To be released for €449, the Watch D can monitor blood pressure levels, take ECGs and provides up to 7 days of battery life.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 15:18
HP Envy x360 15.6-inch 2-in-1 aims to enhance remote collaboration. (Image Source: HP)

HP Envy x360 15.6 now available in Alder Lake-P and Barcelo-U variants with 5 MP webcam for enhanced remote collaboration

HP is offering an upgraded Envy x360 15.6-inch convertible in both Intel Alder Lake-P and AMD Barcelo-U options. The Intel variant offers a few extra goodies like optional QHD 120 Hz display and Thunderbolt 4 connectivity while the AMD variant makes do with up to an FHD OLED option. HP says that it has focused on collaborative features such as a 5 MP webcam and the HP Palette suite.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 May 2022 14:11
The high-end HP Envy 16 business laptop is now official (image via HP)

HP Envy 16 announced with Intel Alder Lake processors, Arc 370M GPU, UHD+ 16:10 OLED touchscreen, and more

The HP Envy 16 business laptop is now official with 12th-generation Intel Alder Lake processors, Nvidia/Intel GPUs, 32 GB of DDR5 RAM, Wi-Fi 6E, and a 83 Wh battery. Worldwide sales start on May 9 starting at US$1,399.
Anil Ganti, 19 May 2022 14:00
The HP Spectre x360 16 is now available for purchase (image via HP)

HP Spectre x360 16 now official with new hardware from Intel and an OLED panel

HP has unveiled the HP Spectre x360 two-in-one laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-12700H/Core i7-1280p, Intel Arc 370M GPU, 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, 2 TB storage and a UHD+ touch-enabled 4K panel. Prices start at US$1,650.
Anil Ganti, 19 May 2022 14:00
The new Spectre x360 13 comes in three colour options. (Image source: HP)

HP Spectre x360 13: 2022 refresh announced with Intel Alder Lake processors and a 3K OLED display

HP has refreshed the Spectre x360 13, a 3:2 convertible laptop now powered by Intel Alder Lake processors. While only 15 W parts, the new Spectre x360 has a 66 Wh battery and an optional 3K OLED display. This year's Spectre x360 13 is orderable from today in the US, where it retails for US$1,249.99.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 14:00
The new Envy x360 13 comes with a choice of two colours. (Image source: HP)

HP Envy x360 13 upgraded to Intel Alder Lake processors with an optional 2.8K OLED display

HP has introduced an Intel Alder Lake upgrade for the Envy x360 13, which also has a 16:10 display. Available with a Core i5-1230U or Core i7-1250U, the new HP Envy X360 13 starts at US$849.99 and has an optional 2.8K OLED display.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 14:00
HP will only offer the Envy 17 (2022) in a Natural Silver finish. (Image source: HP)

HP Envy 17: 2022 refresh arrives with 28 W Intel Alder Lake processors from US$1,099.99

HP has unleashed a new version of the Envy 17, now available with up to a Core i7-1260P processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 GPU. This year's HP Envy 17 starts at US$1,099.99 in the US and is orderable from today.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 14:00
Framework Laptop 12th gen Core i7-1280P, Core i7-1260P, and Core i5-1240P are finally here (Source: Framework)

Framework Laptop 12th gen Core i7-1280P, Core i7-1260P, and Core i5-1240P are finally here

Want Intel's fancy new 12th gen processor without throwing away the rest of your laptop? This is the Framework Laptop's chance to shine by enticing both existing owners to upgrade and new owners to jump aboard.
Allen Ngo, 19 May 2022 13:58
Intel has produced a series of high-powered Alder Lake-HX laptop chips for mobile gamers and workstations. (Image source: Intel)

Juice-guzzling Intel Core i9-12950HX becomes the latest Alder Lake laptop CPU to head PassMark's single-thread performance chart

The Intel Core i9-12950HX has gone straight to the top of PassMark’s CPU single-thread performance chart for laptop processors. The power-hungry Alder Lake-HX chip managed to break the 4,000-point barrier, leaving the i9-12900H in second position. The i9-12950HX is capable of reaching a clock rate of 5.0 GHz.
Daniel R Deakin, 19 May 2022 13:00
The Anker 563 USB-C Docking Station has ten different ports. (Image source: Anker)

Anker 563 USB-C Docking Station designed for M1 MacBooks launches

Anker has launched the 563 USB-C Docking Station, a 10-in-1 device designed for M1 MacBooks. The gadget has two HDMI ports and a DisplayPort, enabling you to connect to three monitors simultaneously. A 100 W Power Delivery port allows you to fast charge a laptop via USB-C, and you can charge a phone concurrently via a 30 W USB-C port.
Polly Allcock, 19 May 2022 12:08
Asus Zenbook 14 Flip OLED reviewed

Ryzen 7 5800H & 90 Hz OLED: Asus Zenbook Flip 14 OLED in review

We tried out the Asus Zenbook 14 Flip OLED and we were not only thrilled by the performance, but also by the excellent OLED panel, which is equipped with 90 Hz and 3K resolution. But what other advantages and disadvantages does the convertible conceal?
Patrick Schüdzig, 19 May 2022 11:54
The Redmi Note 11T series will debut on May 24. (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Note 11T Pro details leak as Xiaomi confirms lineup for May 24 launch

Xiaomi has now officially confirmed the Redmi Note 11T series for a May 24 launch in China. The company has revealed details of the range-topping Redmi Note 11T Pro+, and an image on Weibo also appears to leak some specs of the Redmi Note 11T Pro.
Ricci Rox, 19 May 2022 11:35
The SCOTT Addict eRIDE Ultimate Bike weighs just 10.75 kg (~23.7 lbs). (Image source: SCOTT)

SCOTT Addict eRIDE bike weighs 10.75 kg with a 25 kph maximum assisted speed

SCOTT has launched a new range of Addict eRIDE bikes. The lightest of these weighs just 10.75 kg (~23.7 lbs) and has a top assisted speed of 25 kph (~16 mph). A 460 Wh battery allows a 120 km (~75 miles) range, and the e-bike’s design based on the SCOTT Addict RC road bike.
Polly Allcock, 19 May 2022 11:34
The GeForce GTX 1630 is supposedly Nvidia's upcoming ultra-affordable desktop graphics card (image via Unsplash)

Updated | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1630 reportedly in the works with a TU117 GPU, GDDR6 memory and a sub US$200 price tag

Nvidia is said to be working on a new low-end desktop graphics card called the GeForce GTX 1630. It is said to be a GeForce GTX 1050 Ti successor and aims to compete with AMD's Radeon RX 6500 XT and Radeon 6400. Update 19/05/2022: The full GeForce GTX 1630 spec sheet has been revealed.
Anil Ganti, 19 May 2022 11:10
The alleged RTX 4090 Founders Edition body showing one of its two large fans. (Image source: Chiphell)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Founders Edition design surfaces two months before anticipated launch

Photos of the upcoming RTX 4090 Founders Edition have emerged, highlighting similarities with the RTX 3090 Ti. Seemingly, NVIDIA will retain the dual-axial fan design from RTX 30 series Founders Edition cards, albeit with a larger baseplate and more fins than the equivalent RTX 3090 Ti.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 11:00
Getac S410 Gen 4 laptop review: Simple changes with huge upgrades

82% Getac S410 Gen 4 laptop review: Simple changes with huge upgrades

Excellent CPU and GPU performance. Intel's Tiger Lake-U series has done wonders for consumer laptops and so it's great to finally see the same options available on rugged models designed for enterprise or industrial use.
Intel Core i7-1185G7, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 3.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 19 May 2022 10:59
The Watch Series 8 is now rumoured to receive a redesigned chassis, as well as a flat display. (Image source: Jon Prosser & Ian Zelbo)

Apple Watch Series 8: New render images emerge in what could also be the Apple Watch Extreme Edition

A typically well-informed leaker has shared renders of this year's Apple Watch refreshes. Billed as the Watch Series 8 and the Watch Extreme Edition, the pair are expected to arrive with flat chassis and flat displays, both significant changes for the Apple Watch Series that were expected to debut with the Watch Series 7.
Alex Alderson, 19 May 2022 10:45
AMD's Ryzen 7000 "Raphael" Zen 4-based desktop processors will use the AM5 socket. (Image source: AMD - edited)

24-core AMD Ryzen 9 7950X spearheads alleged Raphael SKU price leak with Zen 4 preparing for Raptor Lake face-off

A supposed AMD Ryzen 7000 “Raphael” price list has surfaced on Weibo, which also offers some scant details about the SKU designations and even core/thread count for the top-end part. Apparently, the Ryzen 9 7950X will have 24 cores, cost well over the equivalent of US$900, and it will be ready to bring Zen 4 power to Intel Raptor Lake’s doorstep.
Daniel R Deakin, 19 May 2022 10:27
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus already betters the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. (Source: Counterpoint Research)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus makes first Geekbench visit with the Galaxy Z Flip4

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus has now made its first solid visit to Geekbench ahead of its grand debut tomorrow. The flagship chipset rides on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and posts numbers better than the SoC it replaces, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.
Ricci Rox, 19 May 2022 08:34
MSI Katana GF76 test: RTX 3070 Ti for less than 2000 Euros (~$2084)

MSI Katana GF76 test: RTX 3070 Ti for less than 2000 Euros (~$2084)

The 17-inch MSI Katana GF76 12U is available with almost all the available RTX graphics cards up to the RTX 3070 Ti, while being listed as one of the most affordable gaming laptops in almost all the configurations. We tested it to find out what the affordable gamer is worth.
Christian Hintze, 19 May 2022 04:26
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