Samsung is rumored to launch a new version of the Galaxy Tab A8 before the end of 2021. Now, it has allegedly leaked onto Geekbench with specs to match the cost-effective looks of the potential tablet's most up-to-date renders. Should they prove accurate, it seems the slate derives its processing power from an unusual source.

The AMD Ryzen 7 5800X processor has hit a sub-US$300 price tag at one retailer, hot on the heels of Alder Lake’s release. Micro Center has listed the 8-core Zen 3 chip for US$299.99, which is a huge reduction from the MSRP of US$449.99. Other popular Vermeer SKUs like the Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 9 5950X have also been discounted.

GoPro claims to have closed the third quarter of 2021 (3Q2021) with US$317 million in sales, or 13% more year-on-year (YoY). New subscription-based strategies are also still working out for the action-cam brand, with over 100% growth YoY in numbers and takings. However, cameras such as the HERO9 Black still drive the company's continuing success.

DDR5 is the next-gen standard that is now emerging with the promise of ultra-fast DRAM to match equally cutting-edge platforms such as Alder Lake. Those 12th-gen Intel processors are currently rated to handle speeds of up to 6,666MHz (or DDR5-6666). Now, G.SKILL claims to have developed the next step in this evolution: DDR5-7000.

Vonmählen aims to solve the problem of having left the charging cable that has suddenly become vital at home while travelling or commuting with the High Six. It is a miniature, foldable cable that can become interchangeable between USB type-C, other forms of USB and the Lightning connector at one end, and has a keychain case to keep it handy at all times.

Congress finally passed the new infrastructure bill with its provisions to tax cryptocurrency transactions essentially unchanged. Pending IRS and Treasury Department guidance, any digital asset class deal above US$10,000 may now have to be reported by the exchanges for tax purposes.

The new MacBook Pro 14 was impressive in our comprehensive review and it is certainly one of the best compact multimedia laptops you can currently get. But is the additional price over the MacBook Pro 13 or the MacBook Air justified for everyday scenarios?

The Google Pixel 6 series has launched with Android 12, the latest version of Google’s popular operating system onboard. However, you’d never know that the Pixel 6 was powered by Android looking at Google’s website.

AMD could be looking to introduce a Zen 4D contemporary to Zen 4 Raphael that would focus more on multi-core performance even if it means reduced single-core gains. Zen 4D is slated to launch with Bergamo EPYC parts but are likely to be available on the desktop or even consoles such as the PS5 Pro. In 2023, AMD is expected to launch a hybrid solution with up to eight Zen 5 performance cores and 16 Zen 4D efficiency cores on the AM5 platform.

The Hystou F9 has brought back Intel Kaby Lake-G processors. The mini-PC is available in numerous configurations and can drive four external monitors across using DisplayPort and HDMI.

Ducati is a classic name in motorbikes; however, it also now makes electric scooters. The latest of these is rated for up to 515 watts (W) of power, and, thus, speeds of up to 25 kilometers per hour (or 15.5 miles per hour). The OEM also claims that the Pro-III is its "most technically advanced scooter" it has produced, with NFC-powered security features and USB charging for smartphones.

Konami has released version 0.9.1 of eFootball 2022, the first patch for the much-maligned game. While version 0.9.1 introduces numerous fixes, it contains no new features. Konami expected to add features next week with version 1.0.0, but it has delayed the update until spring 2022.

Shortly after confirming that one expired Microsoft digital certificate lead to various problems with Windows 11 apps such as the Snipping Tool, Touch Keyboard, Voice Typing, Emoji Panel, Getting started and Tips, as well as other areas, the company issued an out-of-band update to iron them out.

OnePlus is bringing another limited edition product to market, having recently released a Harry Potter-themed smartwatch. The smartphone is likely a Pac-Man branded OnePlus Nord 2, albeit one that may have a Snapdragon 778G SoC instead of the Dimensity 1200 found in the original version.

GPD has brought the Pocket 3 to crowdfunding website Indiegogo. The mini-laptop is available in two configurations, both featuring an 8-inch IPS display, PCIe M.2 storage and pen input. The Pocket 3 will start shipping in January 2022.

The Pixel 6 Pro is Google's most convincing flagship smartphone for years. Does this also make it the Mountain View giant's most durable Android device of years? The YouTuber Zach Nelson puts the new device through his famous JerryRigEverything series of tests.

Three cryptocurrencies, three different market trends. Just in time for the weekend, we summarize what has happened on the crypto market over the last five days, with a particular focus on Bitcoin, Ethereum and the Shiba Inu Coin.

We test the latest PCIe4 x4 NVMe drive from Kingston which promises sequential read and write rates of 7000 MB/s each. Unfortunately, real-world numbers can't quite reach those highs.

The German automaker Volkswagen continues to aggressively expand its lineup of all-electric cars with the official announcement of the new VW ID.5 and ID.5 GTX, which may very well be the company's most stylish electric SUVs yet.

Amazon has announced its Smart Air Quality Monitor that alerts people when it detects harmful particles, such as carbon monoxide and dust. The device is compatible with Alexa Routines, which allow the monitor to trigger other smart devices that can improve your air quality.

The manufacturer has quietly redesigned the entire motherboard while keeping the overall chassis nearly identical. The changes are mostly for the better.

Motorola has stealthily launched a new Moto E-series smartphone in 2 European countries. The new E30 is one of the very few of its line to offer a 90Hz display, alongside triple rear cameras and Android 11 Go. It does so set at a price of under US$120 in its new markets.

For now, the i5-12600K is the value king, but, if you can wait for the i5-12400F releasing in two months, you could get roughly the same performance for sub-US$200.

Hands-on photos of Samsung's next premier smartphone have leaked, confirming that the Galaxy Note series is returning under a different name. Accordingly, the Galaxy S22 Ultra has a built-in S Pen, flat edges and a curved display.

OPPO is projected to launch 7th-gen Reno smartphones by the end of 2021. Now, a well-known Weibo tipster purports to outline how much each variant will cost on their allegedly imminent launch. Meanwhile, more potential details of what might be their flagship-grade counterpart have trickled out.

The Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Cine are finally here after numerous leaks. Compared to the Mavic 2 Pro, the drones offer several improvements, including longer flight times and better camera hardware. The Mavic 3 and Mavic 3 Pro will be compliant with the EU's incoming drone regulations, too.

Xiaomi has presented Loop LiquidCool Technology, a next-generation cooling solution for flagship smartphones. Apparently, the technology builds on vapour chambers and should provide marked improvements in cooling performance.

Xiaomi has certified two new smartphones with the EEC, days after comparable models appeared at Chinese regulatory bodies. Only one is expected to be a flagship smartphone in the true sense of the word, with the other utilising the Snapdragon 870 SoC, instead.

The Google Pixel Fold has leaked again, this time with camera specifications and a possible launch date. Google's first foldable smartphone is expected to debut Android 12L, a version of Android 12 optimised for large-screen devices. Unfortunately, the Pixel Fold may share more details with the Pixel 5 than the Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro.

Farmers have employed IoT sensors, designed by smaXtec, to monitor the well-being of their farm animals. The data produced by these sensors can save farmers money by detecting illnesses as well as decreasing their workload. These devices utilize AT&T's global network and are used in many countries across the world.

With the Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus, Xiaomi has finally brought 120 W wired charging to its mid-range smartphones series. The Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus also features a 108 MP camera and a 120 Hz OLED display, which can now be seen in detail thanks to two teardown videos.

Samsung will introduce three new tablets in a few months, with the company expected to reveal the Galaxy Tab S8, the Galaxy Tab S8+ and the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. Apparently, the two top models will feature OLED displays, and they will enter mass production at the end of January 2022.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 898 has shown up on Geekbench. It fares a lot better this time around, with single and multi-core scores of 1,300 and 3,900, respectively. While this is better than the Snapdragon 888's score, it still falls flat against Apple's A15 Bionic.

The first company to obtain a permit for, then build a 3D-printed house in the US, now plans the world's largest 3D-printed neighborhood in Austin, TX.

Tesla has issued a recall for more than 11,700 cars. The recall follows a faulty software update that Tesla rolled out to its Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta program. After the update, users reported unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brakes and false forward-collision warnings.

AMD has increased its overall PC processor usage share in the October Steam hardware and software survey. Team Red has enjoyed constant gains against Intel throughout most of 2020. However, Alder Lake, and especially the Intel Core i5-12600K, could help Team Blue finally reverse that trend.

Google and Samsung have had a long history of collaborating on Android devices. Arguably, every Galaxy phone released has had some level of collaboration between the two. However, the Galaxy Nexus S was the first deeper collaboration between them while the Google Pixel 6 series is the most recent. How do they compare 11 years apart?

After recently unveiling the first MacBook Pros with mini-LED displays, Apple is reportedly already developing next-generation panels. Supposedly, Apple will combine two OLED panels to achieve extreme brightness and durability, but they will not be ready for market under the middle of the decade at the earliest.

The benefits of a 108 MP camera should be even better on the Galaxy S22 Ultra, Samsung's next flagship smartphone. A known leaker has outlined that the extent of the device's display curvature, too.

120 watts (W) is the highest rate at which a smartphone can charge in 2021. The latest word is that there are 2 devices in development capable of breaking this barrier that will launch the following year. They could thus go from 0 to 100% in 10 minutes or less thanks to their alleged upgrade.

Apple's iPhones all but dominated their market in the US in the third quarter of 2020 with a share of just under 40%. Now, they have maintained their #1 spot in the same quarter of 2021 (3Q2021), having grown their cut to just over 40%. Meanwhile, LG's absence this year has led to an increased presence for OnePlus and Motorola.

Asus refreshed its premium Android gaming smartphones of 2021 with the enhanced Snapdragon 888 Plus processor. Now, the resulting ROG Phone 5S series for the European market has been launched. It offers up to 18GB of RAM in a 6.78-inch display form factor with an innovative Matrix secondary display.

According to new rumours, Samsung Display is currently supplying 8.3-inch panels to Apple for a new iPad mini. While IPS like the iPad mini 6, these panels are also 120 Hz, which could minimise the current tablet's 'jelly scrolling' problem.