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The Galaxy A22 will feature MediaTek's Dimenstiy 700 SoC. (Image source: OnLeaks)

Samsung Galaxy A22 appears on Geekbench with a MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset and 6 GB of RAM

According to Geekbench, Samsung has equipped its next budget smartphone with a Dimensity 700 SoC from MediaTek. The Galaxy A22 will also have 6 GB of RAM, a 6.5-inch display and three rear-facing cameras.
Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2021 13:33
Xiaomi is well underway with its MIUI 12.5 rollout now. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases MIUI 12.5 to seven more devices

Xiaomi is yet to start rolling out MIUI 12.5 globally, but it has issued its latest OS to seven more devices in China. Following on from the Mi 11, now the Mi 11 Ultra, Mi 11 Pro, Mi 11, Mi 10 Ultra, Mi 10 Pro, Mi 10 and even the Mi 9 SE are eligible for an MIUI 12.5 stable update.
Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2021 13:20
The RTX 3080 Ti will use the GA102-225 GPU, RTX 3080 pictured. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti specifications and ETH mining performance leaked

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti's specifications and ETH mining performance have leaked, just a day after a report detailed the card's price and anti-mining measures yesterday. Apparently, NVIDIA has chosen the GA102-225 GPU, which can achieve up to 118.9 MH/s under the right conditions.
Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2021 12:36
The Garmin Venu 2 and 2S are targeted at fitness enthusiasts. (Image: Garmin)

Garmin Venu 2 and 2S health-focused smartwatches deliver more features for the same starting price as the original

Garmin has released the Venu 2 and Venu 2S GPS smartwatches with a range of improvements over the original. Both are compatible with Android smartphones and iPhones, and now come in 40 mm and 45 mm sizes, replacing the previous single 43 mm-sized model.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 23 Apr 2021 12:35
An alleged Apple prototype of an iPhone 13 mini confirms CAD renders that have leaked. (Image source: Weibo)

Alleged iPhone 13 mini prototype leaks with a revised camera design

CAD renders of Apple's next iPhones may have already appeared, but so has a prototype showing the iPhone 13 mini's camera design. The design will probably reflect the iPhone 13's too, which shows that Apple has switched to a diagonal arrangement, for some reason.
Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2021 12:27
The new iPad Pro models have the same M1 chip and up to 16 GB of RAM as the new iMac. (Image: Apple)

Joswiak: Apple has no plans to merge iOS and macOS, coy about bringing Mac apps to iOS

One aspect of the Apple iPad Pro launch that caught the eye is Apple’s use of the M1 chip in the new 11-inch and 12.9-inch models. Naturally, this got tongues wagging about whether Apple was planning on bringing Mac apps to the iPad or whether, in fact, it is planning on merging the two operating systems. Apple’s Greg Joswiak says the answer is a firm ‘No’ to the latter.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 23 Apr 2021 11:41
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Huawei Blog: Groß und überraschend gut, PCtipp.ch: Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Fold faltbar und innovativ, PocketPC: Der schnellste, kleinste Gaming-Laptop der Welt?, Area DVD: Huawei P40 Performantes Topmodell für rund 500 Euro?, Allround-PC.com: Oppo Find X3 Pro das Top-Smartphone mit Mikroskopkamera, Tech Stage: Neuer Mittelklasse-König mit 108 Megapixel für 300 Euro, Curved: Das 120-Hz-Handy für Spar- und Foto-Fans, Nextpit Germany: Ein Blickfang rockt die Benchmarks, Chinahandys.net: Realme 7i, Manila Shaker: Nokia C1 Plus – A Cheap Backup Phone in 2021?, T3: LG Gram 17 review (2021): a super-light laptop for premium portability, Laptop Media: HP 250 G8 review – thinner bezels and a smaller body but a familiar story overall, Neowin: Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook Enterprise review: A ThinkPad with Chrome OS, NDTV Gadgets: MSI Prestige 14 Evo Review: Portability, But at What Cost?, Igeekphone: Huawei Mate X2 Review: Improved Folding Technology, Dual OLED Display, WinFuture: Schnelles Gaming-Notebook, Netzwelt: Convertible mit fantastischem OLED-Display, HardwareLuxx: Das Gamer-Ultrabook mit neuer Hardware, Spiegel Online: Carbon Mobile 1 MK II Zu schön, um gut zu sein, Tech Stage: Oppo Find X3 Neo Sehr schick und brutal schnell für 800 Euro, Stadt-bremerhaven: Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro, Netzwelt: So gut ist Samsungs neues Mittelklasse, PC Welt: Surface Laptop Go das preisgünstigste Notebook des Herstellers, The Indian Express: Lenovo Yoga 7i review: Impressive design meets powerful performance, The Indian Express: Dell XPS 17 (9700) review: A powerful machine for professionals, Hexus: Review: Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 (9301), Tech Nave: The MSI GE76 Raider may be your best companion for gaming & working from home, here's why, Laptop Media: HP 250 G8 - disassembly and upgrade options, Manila Shaker: Nokia C1 Plus Review - A Cheap Backup Phone in 2021?, Neowin: Lenovo ThinkPad P17 unboxing and first impressions, WinFuture: Weniger eigen, Klon von Samsungs Fold-Familie, Computerbase: Federleichtes Convertible mit Spezialgarantie, Chinahandys.net: Vivo IQOO 7, Chinahandys.net: Umidigi A9 Pro
Offers a good performance but only a short battery life: The Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 G2: Affordable office laptop with Tiger Lake CPU

Lenovo offers numerous laptops that are suitable for office operation. With the second generation of the ThinkBook 15, there is now also an affordable Tiger Lake laptop.
Mike Wobker, 23 Apr 2021 00:42
The new Q3 Pro. (Source: Realme)

The Realme Q3 Pro launches with a new 5G processor for just under US$280

Realme has launched the Q3 Pro as the brand's first ever phone with the new Dimensity 1100 SoC. It is joined by the vanilla Q3, powered by the Snapdragon 750G, and the Q3i, which has an older Dimensity 700 chipset. The latter starts at just 1000 yuan (~US$154).
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Apr 2021 23:34
The latest S21 FE renders. (Source: Samsung)

New Samsung Galaxy S21 FE renders show a range of colors and an up-to-date design

Samsung is expected to launch a Galaxy S21 Fan Edition (or FE) later in 2021. This rumor is illustrated in new renders that suggest this putative affordable flagship variant will come with a rear panel much like that of the pre-existing S21 and may come in up to 5 different colors.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Apr 2021 22:40
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Smartphone Review - Another chapter in a success story

83% Samsung Galaxy A52 5G Smartphone Review - Another chapter in a success story

More premium. The Galaxy A52 5G is an updated version of one of the most successful Samsung smartphones. It comes with a price hike, which puts it above the 400-Euro (~$480) mark for the first time. Read our review to learn why it is still worth every cent.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G, Adreno 619, 6.5", 189 g
Daniel Schmidt, 22 Apr 2021 22:12
The RedMagic Watch. (Source: Nubia)

The first-gen RedMagic Watch is now available internationally

The RedMagic Watch is one of the latest options on the global wearables market. It has a 1.39-inch AMOLED display, a blood-oxygen sensor and 24-hour heart-rate monitoring. It also now has a US$99 price-tag on the brand's international website.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Apr 2021 22:05
Oppo could be working on an in-house object tracker to rival Airtags

Oppo reportedly working on its own version of Airtags

Following Samsung and Apple's footsteps, Oppo seems to be working on object trackers. Leaked images from Weibo show that it packs a USB Type-C port for some reason. An ultra-wideband chip is thrown in, too.
Anil Ganti, 22 Apr 2021 20:19
The Oppo Reno5 A will launch in at least two colours. (Image source: Evan Blass)

Oppo Reno5 A leaks as a budget entry in the Reno5 series

Oppo is planning to release another Reno5 smartphone, this time a budget 'A' model. The Reno5 A will have a large display, a 64 MP primary camera and a capacitive fingerprint scanner, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2021 19:47
The Apple M1 SoC in the new iPad Pro is going to be a tough challenger for a Snapdragon 888-powered rival tablet. (Image source: Apple/Qualcomm - edited)

M1 iPad Pro vs Snapdragon 888 Tab S8: Apple's new tablet can potentially destroy the future Samsung slate in synthetic benchmark testing

Potential synthetic benchmark scores for the 2021 iPad Pro with M1 Apple Silicon have been produced based on Cupertino’s claims of 50% faster CPU and 40% faster graphics. Such is the likely performance strength of the M1 iPad Pro that it could blast the future Snapdragon 888-powered Samsung Tab S8 out of the water.
Daniel R Deakin, 22 Apr 2021 18:31
DLSS is finally available for CoD: Warzone. (Image Source: RTX Tyrial on Youtube)

Call of Duty: Warzone finally gets Nvidia DLSS support, up to 70% improved framerates in 4K

DLSS support is also added to the Modern Warfare campaign and multiplayer and single player modes from Black Ops Cold War Zombies. CoD: Warzone Season 3 also brings bug fixes, new events with new unlockable weapons and balance patches for existing weapons.
Bogdan Solca, 22 Apr 2021 17:52
Apple is reportedly planning to bring back much of the I/O from older MacBook Pros with the J314 and J316. (Image source: MacRumors)

Apple MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16 details revealed in leaked schematics

Leaked schematics have seemingly confirmed details about Apple's upcoming 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pros. The pair will mark the return of MagSafe for MacBooks, along with the HDMI port and a full-sized SD card slot. The Touch Bar has made way as part of a revised keyboard layout, though.
Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2021 17:38
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy A22 in July 2021. (Image source: OnLeaks)

Samsung Galaxy A22 renders reveal what the company's cheapest 5G smartphone will look like

Rumour has it that Samsung plans to release the Galaxy A22 for just US$180, which would make it the company's cheapest 5G smartphone. Now, OnLeaks has revealed how the Galaxy A22 looks, complete with a 360° video.
Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2021 15:45
Nvidia is expected to launch the RTX 3080 Ti cards in May. (Image Source: iVadim on Youtube)

New leak reveals Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti pricing, anti-mining measures should help keep prices closer to MSRP

cannot really stop scalpers, especially if the initial RTX 3080 Ti stocks will be limited and remain so for some time due to the global chip shortages, but it can at least implement better anti-mining measures. The new cards are supposed to integrate GA102-202 / GA102-302 chips recognized only by new drivers that automatically half the hashing rate.
Bogdan Solca, 22 Apr 2021 13:52
The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 supports some innovative features, including Audio Retransmission Plus. (Image source: Bowers & Wilkins)

Bowers & Wilkins makes big promises with the PI7, its latest pair of TWS earbuds; PI5 available as a cheaper alternative

The Bowers & Wilkins PI7 should be a true alternative to the AirPods Pro, with 9.2 mm drivers, Qualcomm aptX Adaptive support and the ability to maintain a 24-bit/48 kHz connection. The PI7 supports wireless charging and Audio Retransmission Plus through its charging case too, which will allow you to use the earbuds with devices that do not support Bluetooth audio. Alternatively, Bowers & Wilkins has also released the less flashy PI5, but these still cost £199/€249/US$249.
Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2021 13:10
The new OnePlus Gaming Triggers are targeted at Battle Royale gamers. (Image: OnePlus)

New OnePlus Gaming Triggers aim to give Battle Royale gamers a edge

OnePlus has launched a surprise gaming accessory compatible with both Android smartphones and iPhones. The new Gaming Triggers have been designed to give a more tactile experience, and an advantage, when playing Battle Royale-style multiplayer mobile games.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Apr 2021 13:01
MSI Summit E13 Flip EVO.

MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo: Perfection in every detail for your business success

Aiming for the Summit. MSI, a leader in gaming and business notebooks, is now focusing on business convertibles with high-end specifications. The result of this approach is the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo. In this article, we take a look at the Summit E13 Flip Evo and see how it can help accelerate your business productivity. (Sponsored article.)
Adverti cle, 22 Apr 2021 11:20
MIUI 12.1.5 on Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro details April 2021 update (Source: Own)

Android 11-based MIUI 12.1.5 hits the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro and most bugs are now gone

After a buggy update from Android 10 to Android 11, the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro finally gets things right. The MIUI 12.1.5 update that includes last month's security patch feels snappier and some of the most annoying issues of its predecessor (fingerprint scanner response, overall lag) are now history.
Codrut Nistor, 22 Apr 2021 10:40
The forthcoming Google Pixel 5a 5G will be powered by the Snapdragon 765G. (Image: Google)

Google Pixel 5a 5G set for the same Snapdragon 765G SoC found in the Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G

Google’s forthcoming Pixel 5a 5G looks set to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. This is the same mid-range SoC found in its current flagship, the Pixel 5 and would mark a significant upgrade for this product line.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Apr 2021 06:08
Acer FA100 M.2 NVMe SSD Benchmarked

Acer FA100 M.2 NVMe SSD Benchmarked

New Acer storage solution. Acer and BIWIN will make available several memory and SSD products to audiences in the United States and China. The first will be the FA100 M.2 PCIe 3 x4 2280 NVMe SSD that promises to be six times faster than the standard SATA SSD.
Allen Ngo, 22 Apr 2021 06:08
Eve claims that its Spectrum gaming monitor now supports HDMI 2.1. (Image via Eve)

Eve shows off HDMI 2.1 working on Spectrum monitor in new video, gives update on Spectrum testing and development

In a new video posted earlier today, Eve claims that HDMI 2.1 on its Spectrum gaming monitor is now working. The video shows Spectrum connected to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090 via an HDMI cable and running at 3840x2160 at 144 Hz, which is only possible on HDMI 2.1. The video noticeably does not show content or gaming at this resolution on Spectrum, and it should be noted that the video is limited to 1920x1080 at 30 Hz, making verification impossible. While many are skeptical of this achievement, it may be that Spectrum now supports HDMI 2.1.
Sam Medley, 22 Apr 2021 05:59
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Nextpit Germany: Samsung Galaxy A32 5G Solide Mittelklasse mit 4 Jahren Update-Garantie, PocketPC: Verbesserungen im Detail, Hasselblad-Kamera überzeugt, Allround-PC.com: Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Seoul, wir haben ein Problem, Heute: Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro Tiefer Preis, hohe Leistung, Curved: Xiaomi Mi 11 Film-Regisseur für die Hosentasche , Nextpit Germany: Motorola Moto G10 Der Preis-Leistungs-König wurde gestürzt, Neowin: HP Envy 14 unboxing and first impressions, Laptop Media: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 - disassembly and upgrade options, WinFuture: Sehr leicht trotz großen Displays, Chinahandys.net: F150 B2021, Techaeris: LG gram for business review: A super-light business laptop with plenty of screen, Laptop Media: Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 review – full Tiger Lake power with surprisingly bad iGPU performance, T3: Acer Chromebook 311 review: Basic but bombproof computing, PC Mag: Asus VivoBook 11 (L203), Techradar: HP Spectre x360 (2021) review, PC Mag: HP Spectre x360 13 (2021), Business Standard: Samsung Galaxy F62 review: Worthy all-round 4G smartphone in Indian context, NDTV Gadgets: Samsung Galaxy F62 Review: End of the Line for the Galaxy M51?, Sam Mobile: Samsung Galaxy F62 review: Another knockout mid-range Galaxy smartphone, Phone Arena: Samsung Galaxy A72 5G preview, Exhibit.tech: Samsung F62 Review: Shoots Fast And Lasts Longer, The Indian Express: Samsung Galaxy F62 review: A superb smartphone for the price, The Indian Express: Motorola Moto E7 Power review: Acceptable performance at budget price, The Indian Express: Samsung Galaxy F62 review: A superb smartphone for the price, Exhibit.tech: Moto E7 Power review: Power on a budget, Tech PP: Samsung Galaxy F62 Review: A Heavyweight in the Mid-Segment!, NDTV Gadgets: Moto E7 Power First Impressions: Focusing on the Basics, India Today: Motorola Moto E7 Power review: Decent entry-level device, The Times of India: Samsung Galaxy F62 first impressions: A little bit of everything, Think Digit: Samsung Galaxy F62 Review, NDTV Gadgets: Samsung Galaxy F62 First Impressions, Phone Arena: Samsung Galaxy A52 5G preview, Laptop Mag: HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 hands-on review, CNet: CES 2021: Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 i laptop has a useful E Ink display on its lid, Ultrabook Review: 2021 Lenovo Legion Slim 7 updated to Ryzen 9 5000 and RTX 3000 hardware, T3: Acer Nitro 5 review (AN517-51-77QV): a gaming laptop for the rest of us, Igeekphone: Motorola Edge S Review: Snapdragon 870, Mid-Range Killer?, Techradar: HP ZBook Studio G7 review, PC Mag: Asus ROG Zephyrus S15, Laptop Ninja: Acer Aspire 5 A515-55-56VK 15.6-Inch, Laptop Media: Dell Latitude 14 5411 review – a reasonably well-performing business notebook, Laptop Media: Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 review – brings performance to the table, but lacks in other areas, T3: Acer Chromebook 315 review: should you buy this budget Chromebook?, T3: HP Pavilion 14 review: is this popular mid-range laptop a good buy?, Ultrabook Review: Chuwi HeroLook Pro+ – lightweight sub $300 budget laptop with 13″ 3K screen, Android Guys: Lenovo Smart Tab M10 HD (2nd Gen) review, Phone World: Vivo Y51s Review- A Stylish Phone with Amazing Specs
Alienware m17 R4

The new Alienware m17 R4 suffers under its fast hardware

The Alienware m17 R4 is a high-end gaming laptop in a class of its own. The 17-incher achieves top rates in terms of graphics performance in the test, but it also has to struggle with extremely high temperatures.
Marius Schell, 22 Apr 2021 00:24
All of Fitbit's current devices, bar the Ace 3, now support stress management. (Image source: Fitbit)

Fitbit brings its stress management feature set to all its fitness trackers and smartwatches

Fitbit has announced that all current fitness tracker and smartwatches now support stress management. Previously, Fitbit reserved the functionality for the Luxe and the Sense.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 23:21
The 8 Pro. (Source: OnePlus)

Deal | Grab a OnePlus 8 Pro for US$599

OnePlus is holding a Spring sale event on its US webstore from April 21 (today) to 27, 2021. It involves a limited-time offer on the 8 Pro, the OEM's 2020 flagship smartphone. It can be had for as little as US$599 during this promotion.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2021 23:19
A new version of the Galaxy S20 FE is coming. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung makes a new version of the Galaxy S20 FE 4G official

The popular Fan Edition (FE) variant of the Galaxy S20 series launched with 2 versions: one that is 4G-only with the Exynos 990 SoC and one with 5G and the Snapdragon 865. However, Samsung has now revealed that it will release the latter in 4G-only flavor. It might make a good deal for some consumers.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2021 22:35
Apple's XDR technology stands for "Extreme Dynamic Range" and could be part of future MacBook Pro Mini LED panels. (Image source: Apple - edited)

Chances of Apple M1X-powered MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16 laptops receiving Mini LED screens increased by M1 iPad Pro reveal

The revelation of the 2021 Apple iPad Pro with Mini LED screen has apparently increased the chances of a MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16 being fitted with similar panel technology. The 2021 MacBook Pro laptops could star with XDR displays, potential Apple M1X Silicon, and feature the popular MagSafe charging cable.
Daniel R Deakin, 21 Apr 2021 20:20
Lenovo Tab P11 Pro tablet review: The 11.5-inch premium tablet also positions itself as a laptop replacement

86% Lenovo Tab P11 Pro tablet review: The 11.5-inch premium tablet also positions itself as a laptop replacement

Striving to meet professional demands. An 11.5-inch OLED panel with Dolby Vision, four Dolby Atmos speakers, and a metal chassis - the Lenovo Tab P11 Pro targets high-end tablets like the Apple iPad Pro 11. On top of that, it aims to be a laptop replacement. A Windows-like mode is even available for this. We take a closer look at the all-rounder here.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G, Adreno 618, 11.5", 485 g
Manuel Masiero, 21 Apr 2021 20:15
The Gigabyte G24F and M28U look similar, but only the latter has HDMI 2.1 ports. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte launches the G24F and M28U gaming monitors with high-refresh-rates, low response times and plenty of ports

The Gigabyte G24F and M28U are two new high-refresh-rate gaming monitors. The pair have low response times and USB hubs too, although only the M28U possesses HDMI 2.1 ports and a KVM switch.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 18:20
Oppo promises 'Super Performance' with the K9. (Image source: Oppo)

Oppo reveals the K9 with 'Super Performance' and a 64 MP camera

Oppo has revealed the K9, a smartphone it claims will deliver 'Super Performance'. The Oppo K9 will launch on May 6 with a 64 MP primary camera and a slim design.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 18:11
The Ultenic U10 is a budget, yet versatile, cordless vacuum. (Image source: Ultenic)

Ultenic U10: Cordless vacuum with up 23,000 Pa of suction power launches for US$189

The Ultenic U10 enters a saturated market, but the company hopes to set its vacuum apart with its 'infrared dust detection technology', HEPA Filtration System and its 23,000 Pa of suction power. The U10 retails for US$189, but Ultenic is currently selling it for just US$149. The Ultenic U10 is available in the UK and the Eurozone, too.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 16:00
Neither the Samsung Odyssey G9 2021 nor the Acer EI491CRG9 are DisplayHDR 2000 certified. (Image source: Samsung)

VESA rebukes Acer and Samsung's claims of producing DisplayHDR 2000 certified monitors

Acer and Samsung may claim to have produced DisplayHDR 2000 certified monitors, but VESA thinks otherwise. In fact, VESA has not even created a DisplayHDR 2000 tier and believes that both companies are acting deceptively.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 15:57
The Redmi K40 Gaming Edition will launch on April 27. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi confirms MediaTek Dimensity 1200 for the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition and a gamer-focused design ahead of April 27 launch

Xiaomi has confirmed that the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition will feature a MediaTek Dimensity 1200, an SoC that should compete with the Snapdragon 870 in the Redmi K40. The Redmi K40 Gaming Edition will have some exclusive features though, including several shoulder buttons and a lighting array on its camera housing.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 15:53
The Galaxy Watch 3 and Galaxy Watch 4 will probably look similar, Watch 3 pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 battery information detailed in new leak

A report from South Korea has provided new information about the battery capacity of Samsung's next flagship smartwatches. Apparently, Samsung will release the Galaxy Watch 4 in 41 mm and 45 mm sizes, just as it did with last year's Galaxy Watch 3.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 14:55
The 'chin' of the new iMac contains the Apple M1 chip and logic board. (Image: @fiyin/Apple)

New iMac innards revealed by engineer showing the 'chin' to contain the M1 logic board

The all-new Apple iMac has launched in multiple colors as had been expected. However, instead of being an all-screen device as some had predicted, it includes the trademark iMac ‘chin’ of old. Now, an Apple engineer has revealed the innards of the new iMac showing that this part of the design hides the M1 processor and logic board.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Apr 2021 14:23
Discord has ended its Microsoft merger talks. (Source: Discord)

Discord drops its acquisition talks with Microsoft

The impending spectre of a Discord that had merged with Microsoft is now off the table, as the chat-service company has now reportedly lost interest in striking such a deal with the Redmond giant. According to the latest rumors, it has now re-visited the prospect of an initial public offering (IPO) instead.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2021 14:01
The Legion Phone Duel 2. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo now offers an extended warranty for its 2021 Legion gaming phone

The Legion Phone Duel 2 (or 2 Pro) launched with one of the most innovative and landscape-oriented designs of any Android device in 2021 thus far. Unfortunately, this also made it one of the most fragile phones this year. The OEM has started to respond to customer concerns with extended warranties.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Apr 2021 13:53
AMD is paving the way to complete cross-platform support for the RDNA2 FidelityFX suite. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD enables certain RDNA2 FidelityFX features on Xbox Series X/S, nothing for PS5 yet

Game developers can now add image quality and graphics performance enhancing features like Contrast Adaptive Sharpening (CAS), Variable Shading, and ray-traced shadow Denoising for the Xbox Series X/S. AMD's plan to transform the entire FidelityFX suite into a cross-platform standard seems to be working well, although there is no word yet for any PS5 support.
Bogdan Solca, 21 Apr 2021 13:51
The Sony WH-1000XMA is now available in a limited edition Silent White color. (Image: Sony)

Sony rolls out its popular WH-1000XM4 in a new limited edition white color

Sony has announced a new limited edition white model of its popular WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling headphones. The new model is available for pre-order now and will be released in June.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 21 Apr 2021 13:41
Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2

88% Lenovo Legion Phone Duel 2 smartphone review - Active cooling for fast gaming

Better gamble. Only a few months after our review of the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel, the successor is already available and it sounds like a real upgrade: More power, more gaming features, active cooling, new design. So, a real feast for gamers?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G, Adreno 660, 6.92", 259 g
Florian Schmitt, 21 Apr 2021 11:46
The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini are now available in a purple color option. (Image Source: Apple)

Apple iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini signal the onset of spring with a new purple color option, pre-orders begin this Friday

Apple has introduced a new purple color variant of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini. The specifications of the devices remain the same as before, but Apple said that it has ensured that the frame and back panel are perfectly color-matched. The new purple variant of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini will be available from April 30 with pre-orders starting this Friday.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Apr 2021 10:53
UGREEN Apple accessories discounted until mid-May (Source: UGREEN)

Deal | UGREEN cuts prices of Apple accessories by 20 percent

The discount code for use in the UGREEN official store cuts the prices of eligible products by 20 percent and will be valid until mid-May. The list of discounted accessories includes chargers, power banks, USB hubs, adapters, cables, the recently released HiTune T2 low latency TWS earbuds, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 21 Apr 2021 10:49
AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 21.4.1 update is now live. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin Edition 21.4.1 brings a host of new functionality and quality-of-life upgrades but with a few caveats

AMD has updated its Radeon Software Adrenalin Edition to version 21.4.1 bringing a host of new features and enhancements. The new version offers an updated AMD Link service that can now stream to Windows 10 PCs in addition to mobile devices, ability to customize the install type, Ryzen CPU stats, color deficiency correction, Microsoft PlayReady AV1 decode, and Crash Defender.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Apr 2021 09:05
You will need more than just another CR2032 battery when replacing the CMOS on a PlayStation 5. (Image source: Charles Sims)

The PlayStation 5 requires a functional CMOS battery to work properly, but Sony has also made the 3V cell a mission to replace

It is now clear that the PlayStation 4 will become e-waste if its CMOS battery dies and Sony disables PSN access. However, a new analysis shows that the same applies to the PlayStation 5, for some inexplicable reason.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 01:02
The ZM09, a smartwatch that can also measure body temperature. (Image source: Bakeey)

ZM09: A budget smartwatch that is IP68 certified and that can measure body temperature

The Bakeey ZM09 is a new and affordable smartwatch that retails for just US$25.99. However, the smartwatch is IP68 certified, has a large touchscreen and even a temperature sensor.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 00:49
Future Huawei smartwatches may be able to measure blood sugar, blood pressure and take ECGs. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei is looking to bring ECG, non-invasive blood sugar and blood pressure capabilities to future Watch GT smartwatches

Huawei's Director Xu Wenwei has announced that the company is developing several noteworthy health features for future smartwatches. Apparently, Huawei is testing background blood sugar and blood pressure monitors, along with sensors that can take ECGs without having an app open.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2021 00:43
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