Robotaxi's Cybertruck looks are only skin deep but it sports the largest screen on a Tesla
The Tesla Robotaxi range specifications, battery capacity, build material, and interior display size are slowly being revealed one by one.
First sign of Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G surfaces with global release planned
Xiaomi has just released the Redmi Note 14 series in three variants. However, the company will soon expand the series with 4G variants, including a Redmi Note 14 Pro 4G whose specifications have also surfaced online.
Apple slyly announces new iPad Mini variant with an A17 Pro and a storage upgrade
Apple has stealthily dropped a new iPad Mini variant, complete with Apple Intelligence and a new A17 Pro SoC. Everything else, including its screen, cameras and asking price remain the same as its last-gen counterpart.
Chuwi Hi10 Max convertible in review - An affordable alternative to the Surface Pro with Intel CPU
3K IPS display. Chuwi has released the new Hi10 Max, a low-cost tablet with an IPS screen, an Intel processor, and Windows 11 Home. For a total of US$319, the package also includes a stylus and an attachable backlit keyboard. However, you shouldn't have overly high expectations regarding performance and battery life.
Intel Processor N100, UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N), 12.96", 768 g
The Xbox Series X All-Digital edition is now available to buy, but Amazon's got a better offer on the disc version
Microsoft has begun selling a disc-less but cheaper version of the Xbox Series X. It comes in a different color but packs the same features as the standard version. However, Amazon has renewed units of the regular Xbox Series X in excellent condition for the same price.
ASRock Z890 Taichi reveals RAM speed gap: Arrow Lake K-series hits 9066 MHz, non-K capped at 7200 MHz
ASRock's Z890 Taichi motherboard reveals an intriguing RAM speed disparity for Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake CPUs. K-series processors' RAM speeds can reach 9066 MHz, while non-K variants are limited to 7200 MHz.
Ayn Odin 2 Portal: Handheld console listed on Indiegogo with 7-inch OLED screen
Ayn Technologies has shown off its new handheld console: The Odin 2 Portal. Its notable specs include a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC, a 7-inch OLED screen and Hall-effect joysticks. Information about its price and availability will be revealed later.
Garmin Fenix 7 smartwatch gets new beta update with sleep tracking bug fix
Garmin has announced beta version 19.24 for the Fenix 7, Epix 2, Ensuro 2, Quatix 7 and MARQ Gen 2 smartwatches. The update fixes a bug relating to sleep tracking, which was reported by users of a couple of models. This is the second beta release in the 19.xx testing cycle, also updating the GPS, Wireless and Sensor Hub.
Huawei's new Watch D2 smartwatch receives first firmware update
Huawei is releasing an update for the recently launched Watch D2. Firmware version 5.0.0.156(C00M01) is the first release for the blood pressure smartwatch and appears to be rolling out globally. However, reports indicate at least two variants of the software, though they seem to bring the same improvements to the wearable.
Amazfit releases update with new features for T-Rex 3 smartwatch
A new software update, version 3.2.6.4, is on the way to the Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch. This release brings two new workout-focused tools to the recently launched wearable. Plus, there are optimizations for the Hyrox race activity and the watch’s automatic screen-locking logic.
Honor just launched two new entry-level smartphones with MediaTek chipsets
Honor has unveiled its latest X5b and X5b Plus smartphones. The company’s new entry-level smartphones come with a Helio G36 chipset, a 5,200mAh battery, an LCD panel, a 5MP selfie shooter, and much more. Both smartphones are available in Flowing Black and Flowing Blue colorways.
Firefox 131.0.3 patches several issues, including system crashes for Avast and AVG users
Released yesterday, the third point update for Firefox 131 follows last week's critical security update, which addressed a critical flaw. Now, Firefox 131.0.3 comes to fix no less than five problems, including a crash that occurred when AVG and Avast Windows users visited certain websites.
Xiaomi 15 to launch with larger battery and Snapdragon 8 Elite to rival Vivo X200 Pro Mini and other compact flagships
Vivo has managed to pack a lot into the new X200 Pro Mini. However, it seems that Xiaomi is also preparing to do the same with the Xiaomi 15, which should officially arrive later this month with quite a few upgrades over last year's Xiaomi 14.
Potential PC emulation spotted at Nintendo's new Japan museum
Nintendo’s strict stance on emulation has come under scrutiny after a video revealed potential use of PC-based emulation in its newly opened museum.
Air 3S: New DJI drone now official with upgraded cameras and improved obstacle detection
The Air 3S is DJI's latest consumer drone. Arriving before the rumoured release of the Mavic 4, the DJI Air 3S sports a new 50 MP and 1-inch type camera, improved dynamic range and a LiDAR sensor for better obstacle detection.
Chinese quantum breakthrough could potentially challenge AES-256 encryption
(Update: The previous news suggested an imminent risk to widely used cryptographic algorithms, including RSA and AES, from quantum attacks. However, updated information reveals that the breakthrough primarily affects specific lightweight SPN-based encryption algorithms and does not imply immediate risk to RSA or AES, as initially reported)
iPhone 16 Pro Max falls behind Chinese Android flagships in DxOMark's new camera test
DxOMark has shared a new camera analysis of the iPhone 16 Pro Max. From the results, the benchmarking firm says Apple's flagship can't "catch up" with the Chinese flagship phones when it comes to periscope telephoto performance.
New Xiaomi Watch H1 E blood pressure wearable arrives
Xiaomi has recently launched the Watch H1 E in China, which is now available to purchase online. The new wearable is similar to the original H1 model, though it is cheaper. You can use the watch to take blood pressure measurements with medical certification from a Chinese agency.
Deal | RTX 4060-equipped MSI Cyborg 14 with 100% sRGB display drops to record-low price after solid 27% discount
The 2024 MSI Cyborg 14 is now enjoying a massive 27% discount. The discount brings the machine to an enticing price, since the laptop packs a capable RTX 4060 laptop GPU, a Core i7-13620H CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage.
RG CubeXX: Anbernic confirms full specs of new 1:1 retro gaming handheld before impending release
Anbernic has now revealed full specifications for the RG CubeXX. Arriving only a few days after the device's official announcement, the specifications confirm that the RG CubeXX will be a less performant version of the RG Cube that should be much cheaper as a result.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 Processor - Benchmarks and Specs
Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) x86 12 cores @ 2000 - 5100 MHz 4nm
Benchmarks, information, and specifications for the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 chip
Windows 11 update causes chaos for Western Digital SSD users
Windows 11's latest update (24H2) is causing serious issues for users with certain Western Digital NVMe SSDs, resulting in frequent blue screen crashes. The problem stems from changes in memory allocation for I/O caching. A workaround exists, but it may impact performance.
Rare's Everwild is reportedly finally on track after serious setbacks including complete reboot
First announced in 2019, Rare has been suspiciously quiet regarding Everwild over the years. Granted, the game did get a new trailer in 2020 but the trailer focused mainly on the visuals and didn't reveal anything about the gameplay. A new rumor now claims that Everwild is coming along nicely.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D tipped for an October 25 launch
A new leak says AMD plans to unveil its first Zen 5 X3D CPU soon. This time, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D will be the first to show up and come with a hefty price tag.
Vivo X200 and X200 Pro launch with Dimensity 9400, Zeiss cameras, and large batteries
The Vivo X200 series has officially launched in China. It brings the very first smartphones with the Dimensity 9400, MediaTek's next-gen 3 nm chip. They also have a Zeiss triple camera setup on the rear, large batteries, and a flagship screen.
Open source AI video generator Pyramid Flow now available online
Hailing from China, Pyramid Flow is an open-source AI model capable of creating virtual hi-resolution (768p) videos. According to the team behind it, this model can generate a five-second 384p video in less than a minute. The MIT License covers Pyramid Flow, which underwent training on open-source datasets.
Samsung to decide Exynos 2500's fate in the coming days
A South Korean media outlet reports Samsung will decide if it will power the Galaxy S25 series with an Exynos 2500 in the coming days. If not, the SoC is expected to debut alongside the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 later next year.
Huawei Nova 13 and Nova 13 Pro officially announced as new mid-range smartphones
Huawei has officially announced the Nova 13 series. The lineup is available for pre-order in China, and the launch is set for October 22. Huawei is also expected to share more information about HarmonyOS NEXT on the same date.
Increasing AI demand forces tech companies to retreat from using the most eco-friendly power sources to power data centers
Rapid growth in AI demand has forced tech companies to retreat from more eco-friendly power sources like solar and turn to nuclear power plants to power the latest generative AI. Cooling massive AI data centers has also driven up water usage.
🎙️ OpinionFujifilm X-M5 is the compact, beginner-friendly X-T30 replacement the overpriced X-T50 should have been
CheckMag Fujifilm divided its community earlier this year when it launched the X-T50, with many calling it overpriced, and others criticising it for failing to adequately appeal to either beginners or experienced hobbyists. The Fujifilm X-M5 looks to be a massive course correction, offering everything a beginner mirrorless camera should at an affordable price.
Update | Messy Work Louder Nomad [E] $350 mechanical keyboard launch highlights Kickstarter pitfalls
Work Louder, the company behind premium-priced mechanical keyboards and creator-specific peripherals has come under fire for poor build quality and lacklustre quality control after the release of the first customer batch of its first proper mechanical keyboard. To add insult to injury, the company also seemingly outright refuses to issue refunds to customers who no longer want their orders fulfilled after hearing the negative feedback. Update: Work Louder's CEO issued a response regarding the Nomad [E] launch.
Unannounced Death Note game by Bandai Namco for PS5 and PS4 gets official rating in Taiwan
Taiwan’s game rating board has revealed an upcoming Death Note game, rated for both PS5 and PS4. Published by Bandai Namco, it is expected to be titled Death Note: Killer Within and will feature dark, violent themes.
Samsung's One UI for TV begins rolling out ahead of schedule
Not long after it revealed its plans to unify all its software under the One UI umbrella, an update that brings One UI has begun rolling out to some Samsung smart TVs. The underlying OS is still Tizen but there are now some design similarities with One UI on mobile.
DJI Air 3S final pricing hinted at in new leak with combo options up to €1,599 ($1,744)
A new leak reveals DJI Air 3S pricing ahead of its launch, starting at €1,099 (~$1,198) for the base package and up to €1,599 (~$1,744) with the RC2 controller. The drone reportedly features dual cameras, 4K video, and LiDAR obstacle detection.
Leaker reveals probable look at Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Special Edition and Samsung W25
A typically reliable leaker has shared what appears to be the first image of Samsung's long-awaited 'Special Edition' Galaxy Z Fold. Currently believed to be the Galaxy Z Fold6 Special Edition, the ultra-premium foldable should have a less noticeable display crease than the regular Galaxy Z Fold6 while also being thinner to boot.
Xiaomi Smart Water Dispenser (Hot and Cold) on the way
The Xiaomi Smart Water Dispenser (Hot and Cold) has appeared in a listing on the brand’s global website. The device can be controlled via an accompanying app or using the built-in LCD, with users able to adjust the temperature and volume of water dispensed. Other features include an integrated light and child lock.
Apple analyst discusses state of Apple Vision VR headset plans with smart glasses and AirPods with cameras also rumoured
According to a reliable Apple analyst, Apple has plenty of new mixed virtual reality and mixed reality headsets lined up for release by the middle of the decade. Allegedly, the company still hopes to introduce its first pair of smart glasses and even AirPods with built-in cameras.
New stronger Anker USB-C to USB-C braided cable appears
A new Anker USB-C to USB-C cable has been spotted at Amazon. The accessory has a braided nylon outer and is said to have a longer life expectancy than its predecessor. Anker has yet to officially announce the product, leaving some details, such as the pricing, unclear.
Decathlon announces new Rockrider E-EXPL 900 electric mountain bike
The Decathlon Rockrider E-EXPL 900, a new smaller electric mountain bike, was revealed at Roc d’Azur 2024. The 26” model is designed for kids, with a Mahle motor at the rear and up to 100 km (~62 miles) of assistance range. Other features of the relatively lightweight model include RockShox suspension and Hutchinson tires.
Decoding Denuvo's impact: How DRM shields early game revenue by up to 20 percent
A recent study from the University of North Carolina reveals that Denuvo DRM cracks can reduce PC game revenues by 20 percent when broken early after release. However, after 12 weeks, the impact on sales is minimal, suggesting publishers could benefit from short-term DRM use.
Model 3 Performance range test disappoints as LR RWD clocks 386 miles on a charge
Regardless of whether they carry Panasonic, LG, or LFP cells, most refreshed Tesla Model 3 versions performed admirably in a new highway range testing.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra camera and launch details tipped by prominent leaker
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra will be one of the brand's premium smartphones featuring the next-gen Snapdragon 8 series SoC. It's now tipped to launch within the first quarter of 2025 and will reportedly feature an upgraded periscope telephoto sensor compared to its predecessor.
Vivo X200 Pro Mini brings flagship specs, Zeiss triple camera, and large battery in compact form factor
The Vivo X200 Pro Mini is now official in China. It's one of the smallest flagship phones with next-gen flagship specs. This 6.31-inch smartphone also brings a Zeiss triple camera setup on the rear and a relatively large 5,700 mAh battery.
DreamPunk 2.1 mod pushes Cyberpunk 2077's visuals to gorgeous ultra-realistic levels with 8K res and Path Tracing
NextGen Dreams has showcased Cyberpunk 2077 in stunning 8K res with the DreamPunk 2.1 mod, upgrading the game's visuals with path tracing, improved lighting, and ultra-realistic effects.
Older Teslas with FSD HW3 computers can also be used as Robotaxis
The Robotaxi will come with Tesla's next generation Hardware 5.0 or AI5 self-driving platform, but older Teslas can enjoy its abilities, too.
Next-gen BOE display of OnePlus 13 to be officially showcased soon
The OnePlus 13 will launch soon with the next-gen Snapdragon 8 series SoC. It will also come with the BOE X2 display, which is said to bring many improvements over the X1 screen. This panel will be officially detailed on October 15, 2024, which is tomorrow.
Prominent leaker shares DJI Air 3S drone teaser video one day before official launch
DJI's Air 3S launches on October 15, with a final teaser video showcasing its dual-camera system yet again. Past leaks have hinted at 50 MP primary and 48 MP telephoto lenses, 4K video, 45-minute flight time, and LiDAR obstacle detection - with the expected pricing to be $1,492.
MINISFORUM reveals higher than expected pricing for new EliteMini AI370 mini-PC
MINISFORUM has confirmed launch pricing for its first AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370-powered mini-PC. Unfortunately, it turns out that the EliteMini AI370 will cost an awful lot more than earlier EliteMini systems with AMD Ryzen APUs.
Cuktech launches Anker MagGo magnetic wireless power bank competitor
The Cuktech CP122M has been officially launched in China. It's a competitor to the Anker MagGo 622 but with a slightly different design. The magnetic wireless power bank costs CNY 129, approximately $18.
Oppo Pad 3 Pro flagship Android tablet gets listed ahead of October 24 launch date
An official listing has revealed key details and images of the Oppo Pad 3 Pro. The upcoming tablet will launch alongside the Find X8 series and will have a few features that set it apart from the OnePlus Pad 2.
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