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The new Gx1 Pro is the first mini laptop to feature an FHD touchscreen. (Image Source: One-Netbook)

One-Netbook upgrades the Gx1 Pro portable console/laptop with Tiger Lake Core i7-1160G7 CPUs and 7-inch FHD screen

The latest iteration of the Gx1 Pro portable console that doubles as a mini laptop is the first to include an FHD touchscreen. It also gets a CPU upgrade with the Tiger Lake i7-1160G7 quad-core that integrates a 96 EU Xe iGPU, plus it comes with two detachable controllers and two Thunderbolt 4 connectors.

Bogdan Solca, 02 Dec 2020 15:01

NVIDIA has let slip that there will be at least one more RTX 3060 card. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA sets expectations for more RTX 3060 cards as it publishes RTX 3060 Ti performance benchmarks

The RTX 3060 Ti is only the start of the RTX 3060 family, according to NVIDIA. Announced via a blog post, NVIDIA is expected to bring at least the RTX 3060 and RTX 3060 mobile to market from early next year. The company has also published its official benchmark results for the RTX 3060 Ti, which compares the cards against the RTX 2060 SUPER and RTX 2080 SUPER.

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2020 14:46

The Realme 'Race' will be released internationally. (Image source: GSMArena)

Realme 'Race' announced with Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 888 as design and specifications leak

Realme has announced its next flagship smartphone. Codename 'Race', the device will debut with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888 chipset. Realme is quiet on details about the Race, but the design and some specifications have already leaked.

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2020 00:47

The latest OS upgrade for the Nintendo Switch brings multiple changes. (Image source: Andrew Te)

The Nintendo Switch receives new features with V11.0.0 OS update

The Nintendo Switch has received one of its biggest updates yet thanks to V11.0.0. Not only does the update improve the stability of the console, but it adds several new features, including the ability to transfer screenshots to a smartphone and a new Switch Online app.

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2020 00:42

The Fall 2020 update has finally arrived for more Wear OS smartwatches. (Image source: SlashGear)

Google begins rolling out the Wear OS H-MR2 update to more smartwatches

The Wear OS H-MR2 update is now receiving a wider rollout, rolling its release on the Suunto 7 in September. H-MR2 continues to be based on Android 9.0 Pie, but it promises improved battery life and better performance among other changes. You may need to check manually for the update on your smartwatch, though.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 21:36

Microsoft may distribute more features via Windows Experience Packs. (Image source: Clint Patterson)

Microsoft releases initial Windows 10 Feature Experience Pack with two new features

Windows 10 has received a major update with new features biannually in recent years. Microsoft plans to change this approach though, and will introduce some new features via what it calls Feature Experience Packs. The first is now being rolled out to insiders and contains a few changes.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 21:32

Mobvoi unleashes the TicWatch Pro 3 Cellular/LTE on the European market

The TicWatch Pro 3 4G/LTE is a 2020 dual-display smartwatch with standalone cellular connectivity. It is now on sale in Europe, although it is only usable through 1 carrier in the UK, Spain and Germany thus far. It is available on Amazon in these countries from now.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Dec 2020 21:31

The Mi 11 will succeed the Mi 10. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi announces the Mi 11 ahead of tipped January launch; to feature the new Snapdragon 888

Xiaomi has now officially announced its next-gen flagship phone, Mi 11. While details of the device remain unknown, the company confirmed that it will be powered by the all-new Snapdragon 888—Qualcomm's most powerful chipset yet. Launch is rumored for January 2021.

Ricci Rox, 01 Dec 2020 21:02

With its midrange P Smart 2021 smartphone, Huawei bets on a processor that was manufactured by a Chinese partner for the first time.

Huawei remains far behind its competitors: Kirin 710A not competitive in the test

With its first Chinese-manufactured SoC, Huawei did not prove to be competitive - at least not in the price range targeted by the Chinese manufacturer. Even the 230 Euros (~$275) recommended retail price for the P Smart 2021 are much too high for what you get. The potential of the chipset corresponds more to the current entry-level smartphones, and this dilemma may not change in the foreseeable future...

Marcus Herbrich, 01 Dec 2020 20:57

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 for students and home users down to just $499 this week to be its cheapest ever

Deal | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 for students and home users down to just $499 USD this week to be its cheapest ever

The laptop sports a sleek and smooth aluminum design that looks and feels way better than any HP Pavilion or Dell Inspiron for the same price.

Allen Ngo, 01 Dec 2020 20:44

Lenovo debuts the Legion 5 in India. (Source: Twitter)

Lenovo releases the Legion 5 with a Ryzen 5 4600H processor to the Indian market

The Legion 5 (AMD) has Renoir-based processors and an up to 144 hertz (Hz) FHD display. It is now on the OEM's Indian-division webstore, although not in its top Ryzen 7 4800H-powered SKU. It goes for a price translating to ~US$1408, although a coupon brings this price down by about $400.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Dec 2020 20:36

Custom RTX 3060 Ti cards will be way above NVIDIA's MSRP at launch. (Image source: NVIDIA)

Leaked prices suggest that custom NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti will be absurdly expensive

NVIDIA claims that the new GeForce RTX 3060 Ti will cost US$399, but leaked prices suggest that custom cards will be nowhere near that level. Instead, custom cards are expected to launch tomorrow for 20% to 66% higher than NVIDIA's MSRP.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 20:08

The Eve V 2021 uses Intel's Tiger Lake platform. (Image source: Eve Devices)

The Eve V 2021 goes up for pre-order with a high starting price and a long lead time

Eve has finally made the successor to the Eve V available. However, the 2-in-1 effectively starts at US$1,449 with a keyboard and pen, and it will not begin shipping until Q3 2021 at the earliest. The Eve V 2021 packs some impressive specifications though, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a choice of Tiger Lake-U series processors.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 19:49

Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer will be standalone and might take at least a year to be ready as of early December 2020

Cyberpunk 2077 multiplayer confirmed to arrive as a standalone product

When talking about what we considered to be the multiplayer mode in Cyberpunk 2077, CD Projekt CEO revealed during an investor call that it is "a separate dedicated production" that is considered to be "a standalone product" although its price/free availability for those who buy the game remains uncertain.

Codrut Nistor, 01 Dec 2020 19:17

The Amazfit Pop Pro offers plenty of connectivity for its low price. (Image source: Huami)

Huami Amazfit Pop Pro released for ~US$60 with GPS, a SpO2 sensor and up to nine days of battery life

The Amazfit Pop Pro offers almost an unbelievable amount of smartwatch for about US$60. Despite its relatively low price, the Pop Pro has a GPS module, a SpO2 sensor, 5 ATM waterproofing, NFC and up to nine days of battery life.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 18:26

The Amazfit GTS 2 mini retails for CNY 699 (~US$106). (Image source: Huami)

Huami Amazfit GTS 2 mini arrives with a large AMOLED screen and a minimal design

The Amazfit GTS 2 mini builds on the GTS 2, albeit by being a cheaper and smaller alternative to Huami's recent smartwatch. The feature set has been shrunk compared to the Amazfit GTS 2, as has the size of the display and watch body.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 18:24

The Melomania Touch will be available from January 1 in multiple countries. (Image source: Cambridge Audio)

Cambridge Audio launches new Melomania Touch earbuds with up to 50 hours battery life

Cambridge Audio's second crack at TWS earbuds is here, and the company has packed in plenty of features despite their compact size. The Melomania Touch has up to 50 hours battery life, Qualcomm aptX support, touch controls, a transparency mode and a High Performance Audio Mode that apparently offers 'hi-fi grade amplification technology'.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 17:47

Update | Eve Devices confirms that its upcoming launch is for the V 2020

Earlier, Eve Devices had hinted that its next product event would be for its long-hyped second-gen convertible PC, the V 2020. Now, the OEM has confirmed that this is the case. It has also teased the device with some specs and pre-order details.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Dec 2020 16:28

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 will power flagship smartphones in 2021

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 launched with integrated X60 5G modem, better NPU, faster ISP, and more

Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 888 SoC is finally here. It comes with a new integrated 5G modem that supports both sub-6GHz and mmWave networks and an ISP that is up to 35% faster than its predecessor. The chipset is likely to make its debut alongside the Xiaomi Mi 11 series soon.

Anil Satyanarayana, 01 Dec 2020 16:25

The gaming market may stay quite healthy until at least 2025. (Source: Sony)

The gaming market is now estimated to be worth over US$256 billion by 2025

The latest market research reports on gaming worldwide indicate that this space has grown to about US$159 billion in 2020. Furthermore, this value is thought to grow to US$256.97 billion over the next 5 years. This may be influenced by factors that include cloud gaming, the rise of e-sports and the increased importance of in-place entertainments.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Dec 2020 16:13

A render of the Galaxy S21 series, according to Ice Universe. (Image source: Ice Universe)

Samsung tipped to give the Galaxy S series a price cut for next year's S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra

Samsung is planning to drop the price of its Galaxy S series, according to reports from South Korea. The price cut will be effective across the Galaxy S series, with the S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra set to be US$100-US$150 cheaper than their predecessors. The reduction would mean that the Galaxy S21 series would start at US$850-US$899, rather than US$999.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 15:34

The Zepp Z retails for US$349, but it is also available in the UK and the Eurozone. (Image source: Huami)

Zepp Z: Huami has also released an ECG and NFC version of its new smartwatch

Huami only unveiled the Zepp Z in the middle of November, but it turns out that there is a second version of it. The second model includes an ECG monitor and an NFC module, which were both missing from the Zepp Z that Huami announced internationally.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 15:28

Sharkoon TG5 RGB Silent PCGH Edition ATX case (Source: Sharkoon)

Sharkoon intros the TG5 RGB Silent PCGH Edition ATX case

Sharkoon's latest case, namely the TG5 RGB Silent PCGH Edition, comes with damping mats on the top and side panel, as well as special fans designed to keep things as quiet as possible by running at only 800 RPM. The manufacturer's suggested price for this ATX case is 89.90 Euros (roughly US$108).

Codrut Nistor, 01 Dec 2020 15:14

The NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti takes on the RTX 2080 Super for US$300 less. (Image Source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA announces the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti for US$399 — More performance than the RTX 2080 Super for US$300 less and 50 W lower TGP

NVIDIA has announced the first GPU in the RTX 3060 family, the RTX 3060 Ti for US$399. The RTX 3060 Ti effectively replaces the RTX 2060 Super but is slated to offer more performance than the RTX 2080 Super at lower power draws. The RTX 3060 Ti will be available as a Founders Edition card from NVIDIA and as custom AiB cards from December 2 worldwide.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 01 Dec 2020 15:12

AMD SAM is now available on select Intel motherboards from Asus. (Image Source: AMD)

Asus implements Resizable BAR (aka AMD SAM) support on Intel Z490, H470 and B460 motherboards

Asus is already offering public beta BIOS versions supporting the Resizable BAR feature on most of its Intel Z490, H470 and B460 motherboards, while the BIOS versions supporting AMD's SAM for older X470 and B450 models is still restricted to private testers.

Bogdan Solca, 01 Dec 2020 15:02

ZTE launches a Blade 20 Pro 5G with the Snapdragon 765G processor

The Blade 20 Pro 5G is ZTE's latest smartphone. It is this OEM's take on the mid-range Snapdragon 765G-based device, having a waterdrop-notched-display and a 4000mAh battery. It also has a quad rear camera with a 64MP main sensor.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Dec 2020 14:58

Apple's claims about its iPhones may not be entirely water-tight. (Source: Apple)

Apple is slapped with a ~US$12 million fine by Italian authorities

The Italian market-competition watchdog has reportedly fined Apple to the tune of €10 million, or nearly US$12 million. This action has resulted from what the body apparently views as “aggressive and misleading” advertising relating to iPhones and their water-resistant properties. This content may have been insufficient in its clarity in a way that may pose a risk to customer warranties.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Dec 2020 14:31

The RTX 3060 Ti will reputedly launch this week. (Image source: Videocardz)

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti posts strong performances in CUDA, OpenCL and Vulkan benchmarks

The release of the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is right around the corner, and the upcoming GA104 is already flexing its muscles in CUDA, OpenCL and Vulkan benchmarks. The RTX 3060 Ti comfortably beats out the RTX 2080 SUPER across the three tests and is a match for the AMD Radeon RX 6800. The RTX 3060 Ti is not far off the RTX 3070, either.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 12:51

Raspberry Pi has launched a new Case Fan accessory for its popular SBC. (Image: Raspberry Pi)

Raspberry Pi launches official case fan accessory

Raspberry Pi has launched a case fan for its popular Raspberry Pi 4 single-board computer. The new fan kit works with the official Raspberry Pi case accessory and giving current and future owners an upgrade path should they choose to get into more intensive processing tasks.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 01 Dec 2020 10:06

It appears a third different type of fan was shown in the official PS5 teardown video. (Image source: Sony)

PlayStation 5 fan lottery leaves some gamers with a noisier console than others while Sony may have used an even quieter fan for PS5 review units

Multiple PlayStation 5 teardowns by Les Numériques have revealed that Sony may have fitted up to three different fans into its new console, with differing results in regard to noise. Some gamers will end up stuck with the “noisier” fan, and it is even possible that PS5 review units were equipped with the quietest fan out of the three.

Daniel R Deakin, 01 Dec 2020 09:36

The RX 6700 XT could hit significantly higher clocks than Big Navi cards like the RX 6800 (Image source: AMD)

Leaked AIB BIOSes indicate that AMD RX 6700 XT could hit a whopping 3 GHz when overclocked

A set of AIB BIOSes accessed by Igorslab indicate that board partner Radeon RX 6700 XT could leverage the 7nm process to hit significantly higher clocks than existing Big Navi cards, meaning near-3 GHz overclocks on air cooling could become a reality.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 01 Dec 2020 09:11

The Mi A3 will likely be the last of its line. (Source: AndroidPit)

New updates arrive for the Mi A3 and Mi Mix 3 5G

Xiaomi is sending out the November security patch to its lineup and the update has now been received by owners of the Mi Mix 3 5G and Mi A3. For the Mix 3 5G, the update is going out to the European version of the device. For the Mi A3, however, it's been sent out to both the European and Global models.

Ricci Rox, 01 Dec 2020 08:10

HP Pavilion Gaming 15 with AMD Ryzen 5 and GeForce GTX 1650 graphics is now more affordable than ever at just $450 USD (Source: Best Buy)

Deal | Get a GeForce GTX 1650 laptop for just $450 in this HP Pavilion Gaming 15 sale

RAM and storage may be low, but the performance-per-dollar for this deal is insane no matter how you spin it. $450 for a decent 1080p gaming laptop will appeal to a lot of budget and casual gamers.

Allen Ngo, 01 Dec 2020 01:23

The Galaxy Z Fold2 is among the most costly of flagships. (Source: Samsung)

The Galaxy Z Fold3 will cost roughly as much as the Z Fold2: new leak

The Galaxy Z Fold2 is Samsung's second-gen foldable flagship mobile device that launched for close to US$2,000. Now, a well-regarded leaker asserts that this will not change much with its next generation in 2021. This is particularly off-putting as its series is reportedly intended to replace the Galaxy Notes in the fullness of time.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Dec 2020 00:51

This is the first EEA update for the Redmi Note 8. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 bags an unusual MIUI 12 update

Xiaomi has published a rather odd update for the Redmi Note 8. The update is another Android 10 and MIUI 12-based build for the device, but it is a debut update for the European branch of MIUI. It is unclear why Xiaomi has established a new branch of MIUI for the Redmi Note 8, but it has published download links for the inaugural build.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 00:35

V11.0.14.0.QDLMIXM should be reaching handsets over the next few days. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite picks up a new update

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite has netted another update, this time one with the November 2020 security patch. V11.0.14.0.QDLMIXM is rolling out as an OTA for the Mi A2 Lite now.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2020 00:29

The Galaxy A32 5G looks more refined than the current model. (Image source: Steve Hemmerstoffer)

Galaxy A32 5G leaked: Samsung gives its midrange smartphone a new design and 5G connectivity

A successor to the Galaxy A31 is already underway, called the Galaxy A32 5G. Samsung has given the entry-level Galaxy A handset a makeover while retaining the good selection of I/O that the Galaxy A31 offers, too.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 23:43

The Xbox Series S can now run PlayStation 2 games, and performance is fairly good. (Image via Microsoft and Sony w/ edits)

Emulation developers show off PlayStation 2 games running on Xbox Series S

LibRetro, the developers behind the popular Retro Arch emulator, have added a PS2 core based on the PCSX2 emulator. This core was recently added to the UWP version of Retro Arch, which can be loaded onto the Xbox Series S. While performance isn't perfect, many titles run smoothly with minimal problems.

Sam Medley, 30 Nov 2020 23:36

The Amazfit Bip U Pro launched in India in October. (Image source: Huami)

Amazfit Bip U Pro to reach Europe with a SpO2 sensor and GPS for €70

Huami plans to bring the Amazfit Bip U Pro to Europe, and for only about €70. The Bip U Pro has a 1.43-inch display, a SpO2 sensor and GPS, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 23:06

The Teclast M30 Pro retails for US$189.99. (Image source: Teclast)

M30 Pro: An FHD tablet with LTE and a MediaTek Helio P60 chipset for US$189.99

The M30 Pro is a budget tablet by Teclast that has plenty going for it. Priced at US$189.99, the M30 Pro ships with Android 10, supports dual-LTE connectivity and has a 7,500 mAh battery. Teclast has included 4 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and an octa-core processor, too.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 23:03

The Cubot C3 has a rather strange design. (Image source: Cubot)

Cubot C3: New smartwatch with a rugged design and a double crown presented for US$50

Cubot has unveiled the C3, its latest smartwatch. Not only does the C3 have a rugged design, but it has a unique dual crown system. The Cubot C3 has a 1.3-inch display and is 5 ATM water-resistant, too.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 22:58

Huawei has dropped support for multiple smartphones as of EMUI 11. (Image source: Huawei)

The EMUI 11 stable update is already arriving on some handsets ahead of schedule

Huawei has started rolling out stable EMUI 11 updates to some handsets, only a week after it announced its global upgrade plans. The stable update has arrived ahead of schedule too, which is always good to see.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 22:53

A render of how the OnePlus 9 Pro could look. (Image source: ConceptCreator & LetsGoDigital)

OnePlus 9E: A new entry into the high-end OnePlus range billed to land alongside the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro next year

OnePlus apparently wants to further expand its flagship smartphone from range with a third model. A new report claims that this device is the OnePlus 9E, and it will arrive simultaneously with the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro. Apparently, the OnePlus 9E will be more premium than the current OnePlus Nord series.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 20:37

Huawei launched the Watch GT 2e in April. (Image source; Huawei)

Huawei Watch GT 2e dropped by almost 40% seven months after its launch

Huawei has heavily discounted the Watch GT 2e, just over seven month after it launched the smartwatch in April. The Watch GT 2e can now be purchased for under £100, a saving of over £60. The offer is available on multiple colours and comes with two Huawei Mini Speakers if bought from Huawei directly.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 20:28

Only five Xperia smartphones will be upgraded to Android 11. (Image source: Sony)

Sony announces Android 11 upgrade plans: Only the Xperia 1 II will receive OS upgrade before 2021

Sony has announced its plans to release Android 11 to its Xperia smartphones. Only five devices appear to be eligible for the OS upgrade, from the Xperia 5 to the Xperia 1 II and the Xperia 10 II thrown in for good measure. The rollout will begin from next month, but only for the Xperia 1 II. All other devices must wait until 2021 for Android 11.

Alex Alderson, 30 Nov 2020 20:25

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